Satellite® M30X/M35X
Series User’s Guide
If you need assistance:
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Toshiba Global Support Centre
Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777
Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273
For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on
page 155 in this guide.
PMAD00020011
08/04
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Critical Applications
The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.”
“Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications,
connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear
facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to
injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS
DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE
OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL
APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A
CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME
FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.
FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information”
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
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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 noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not
recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV
reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and
the computer's parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port®, i.LINK®
port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment
not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Contact:
Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Blvd.
Irvine, CA 92618-1697
(949) 583-3000
Industry Canada requirement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
FCC requirements
The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to
internal modems.
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this
equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration
number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested,
the information must be provided to the telephone company.
The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the
USOC RJ11C.
A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and
telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and
requirements adopted by the ACTA. It is designed to be connected to a
compatible modular jack that is also compliant.
The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a
telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not
ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of
RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that
may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local
telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this
product is part of the product identifier that has the format
US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by the ## are the REN without a
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decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is
separately shown on the label.
Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public
utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for
information.
Telephone Company Procedures
The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can.
In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in
their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes might affect your
service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will give you
notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain
uninterrupted service.
If Problems Arise
If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company
will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be
required. But if advanced notice is not practical, the telephone company will
notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to
file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty
information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information
Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support
Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at
(949) 859-4273. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the
telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the
problem is resolved.
Disconnection
If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its
present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change.
Fax Branding
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any
person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to
send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or
bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date
and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other
individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending
machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number
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provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges
exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.)
In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax
software instructions installed on this computer.
Alarm Equipment
If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone
line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm
equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment,
consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.
Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment
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NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.
This certification means that the equipment meets certain
telecommunications network protective, operational and safety
requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment
Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not
guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to
be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The
equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.
The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions
may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative
designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to
this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the
equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground
connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water
pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be
particularly important in rural areas.
Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves,
but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or
electrician, as appropriate.
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The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar
to the following:
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device can be found on the
label affixed to your computer.
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NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each
terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of
terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination
on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to
the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the
devices does not exceed 5.
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The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this
equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.
Wireless Interoperability
The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be
interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence
Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:
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The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B/G), as defined
and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
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The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) certification as defined by the Wi-Fi Alliance.
The “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED” logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Bluetooth™ and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio
frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth™
and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience
a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network
connection.
If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your
Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN device.
Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-
europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or
http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more
information.
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to
5.25 GHz frequency range.
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Wireless LAN and your Health
Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency
electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices
however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless
devices like for example mobile phones.
Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio
frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless
LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect
the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels
and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive
research literature.
In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted
by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the
organization. These situations may for example include:
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Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes, or
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or
services is perceived or identified as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a
specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for
authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment.
Regulatory Information
The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user
documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the
following radio frequency and safety standards.
Canada – Industry Canada (IC)
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located
or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada
limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from
Health Canada’s Web site www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. The RF device shall not be
co-located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this
device.
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Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1)
il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prêt à
accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est
susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.
The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the
Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be
operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding.
Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to
licensing.
Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet
d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres
afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal. Si le matriel (ou son antenne
d'emission) est installe a l'exterieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence.
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to
5.25 GHz frequency range. Industry Canada requires this product to be used
indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for
harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.
High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35
GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause
interference with and/or damage this device.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
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This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE
Directive 1999/5/EC with essential test suites as per standards:
EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment
ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment
ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment.
English:
Hereby, TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company, declares
that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
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Finnish:
Dutch:
Valmistaja TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company
vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin
1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden
ehtojen mukainen.
Hierbij verklaart TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat
het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële
eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat deze
Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige
relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.
French:
Par la présente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company
déclare que l'appareil Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences
essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/
CE.
Par la présente, TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company
déclare que ce Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences
essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999/5/CE qui lui
sont applicables.
Swedish:
Härmed intygar TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company att
denna Radio LAN device står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga
egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av
direktiv 1999/5/EG.
Danish:
Undertegnede TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company
erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radio LAN device overholder de
væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF
German:
Hiermit erklärt TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company, dass
sich dieser/diese/dieses Radio LAN device in Übereinstimmung mit den
grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften
der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet". (BMWi)
Hiermit erklärt TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company die
Übereinstimmung des Gerätes Radio LAN device mit den
grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten
Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG. (Wien)
Greek:
Italian:
Con la presente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company
dichiara che questo Radio LAN device è conforme ai requisiti essenziali
ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
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Spanish:
Por medio de la presente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network
Company declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos
esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la
Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Portuguese:
TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company declara que este
Radio LAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras
disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
USA – Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a
Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired
operation.
TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by
unauthorized modification of the devices included with this TOSHIBA Wireless
LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and
equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA.
The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification,
substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far
below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA
Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential
for human contact during normal operation is minimized. In normal operating
configuration, the LCD in the upright position, the distance between the antenna
and the user should not be less than 20 cm. The antenna(s) used for this
transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter. Antenna(s) used in 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency band
must be integral antenna which provide no access to the end user.
Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes
with those products for additional information.
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Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to
5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for
frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful
interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.
High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz
and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference
with and/or damage this device.
The above Caution information applies to products that operate with an
802.11a device.
NOTE
Taiwan
Article 14
Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency
electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the
frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the
original design.
Article 17
Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect
the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In event that
any interference is found, the use of such electric machinery shall be
stopped immediately, and reusing of such products can be resumed until
no interference occurs after improvement.
The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio
communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and
regulations.
Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference
from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio
emission electric machinery.
Using this Equipment in Japan
In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz for second
generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment
overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and
specified low-power radio station).
1. Sticker
Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.
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2. Indication
The indication shown below appears on this equipment.
(3)
(1) (2)
2.4DSOF4
(4)
1
2
2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.
DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation.
OF: This equipment uses OFDM modulation.
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4
The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m.
This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from
2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz.
It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems.
3. TOSHIBA Direct PC
Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100
Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916
Fax: 03-5444-9450
Device Authorization
This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the
Technical Conditions Compliance Approval, and it belongs to the device class of
radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station
stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan.
The Name of the radio equipment: refer to the equipment label provided on the
computer
JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT
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Approval Number: D01-1128JP
TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018,
03GZDA0017
The following restrictions apply:
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Do not disassemble or modify the device.
Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.
5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only
Radio approvals for wireless devices
The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in
your computer.
NOTE
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros
AR5BMB-43/44 Mini PCI Wireless network adapter
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the
following table.
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following
table.
This device works on passive scan only.
NOTE
A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode.
802.11b (2.4 GHz)
Australia
Canada
Austria
Denmark
Germany
Italy
Belgium
Finland
France
Greece
Ireland
Liechtenstein
New Zealand
Sweden
Luxembourg
Norway
Netherlands
Portugal
UK
Switzerland
USA
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Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in
European Community Countries
België/
Belgique:
For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than
300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to
IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public
grounds over more than 300m. For registration and license please
contact IBPT/BIPT.
Voor privé-gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand
kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig; voor gebruik
over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig.
Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT.
Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, au-
dessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour
une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un
enregistrement auprès de I’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et
licences, veuillez contacter I’IBPT.
Deutschland:
France:
License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for
procedure to follow.
Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht
genehmigungspflichtig.Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise
abstimmen.
Restricted frequency band: only channels 1 to 7 (2400 MHz and 2454
MHz respectively) may be used outdoors in France. Please contact
A.R.T. (http://www.art-telecom.fr) for applicable procedures to follow.
Bande de fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 1- 7 (2400 et 2454 MHz
respectivement) doivent être utilisés endroits extérieur en France. Vous
pouvez contacter I’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommuniations
(http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre.
Italia:
License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not
allowed.
E’necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso interno.
Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire.
Nederland:
License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for
procedure to follow.
Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op
met verkoper voor juiste procedure.
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802.11a (5 GHz)
Australia
Canada
Austria
Denmark
Germany
Italy
Belgium
Finland
France
Greece
Ireland
Liechtenstein
New Zealand
Sweden
Luxembourg
Norway
Netherlands
Portugal
UK
Switzerland
USA
Turbo Mode (5 GHz)
Canada
USA
Europe - Restrictions for use of 5 GHz Frequencies in
European Community Countries
European Community
Countries
5150-5250 MHz 5250-5350 MHz
Channels: 36, 40, 44, Channels: 52, 56, 60, Channels: 100, 104, 108, 112,
5470-5725 MHz
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64
116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140
Indoor Only
Indoor Only
Indoor/Outdoor
Austria
O
O
x
x
x
Belgium, France,
O
Switzerland/Lichtenstein
Denmark, Finland,
Germany, Greece,
Ireland, Italy,
O
O
O
Luxembourg,
Netherlands, Norway,
Portugal, Sweden, UK
Iceland, Spain
O
O
O
O: allowed ×: forbidden
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To remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for Wireless
LAN operation, the above 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz channel limitations apply.
The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current channel of
operation. If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies as
listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that
location and consult he local technical support staff responsible for the
wireless network.
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The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any
European Community country.
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This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the
5 GHz bands in the European Community. Ad-hoc mode provides a direct
communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access
Point.
This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and
activated a radar detection feature required for European Community
operation in the 5 GHz bands. This device will operate under the control of
the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied by any
radar system in the area. The presence of nearby radar operation may result
in temporary interruption of operation of this device. The Access Point’s
radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free
of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible
for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly
configured for European Community operation.
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X
Mini PCI Wireless network adapter
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the
following table.
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following
table.
This device works on passive scan only.
NOTE
A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode.
802.11b (2.4 GHz)
Australia
Canada
Austria
Denmark
Germany
Italy
Belgium
Finland
France
Greece
Ireland
Liechtenstein
New Zealand
Sweden
Luxembourg
Norway
Netherlands
Portugal
UK
Switzerland
USA
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802.11a (5 GHz)
Australia
Canada
Austria
Denmark
Germany
Italy
Belgium
Finland
France
Greece
Ireland
Liechtenstein
New Zealand
Sweden
Luxembourg
Norway
Netherlands
Portugal
UK
Switzerland
USA
Turbo Mode (5 GHz)
Canada
USA
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/
Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the
following table.
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following
table.
Argentina
Belgium
Chile
Australia
Brazil
Austria
Canada
Denmark
Germany
Ireland
Finland
France
Greece
Iceland
Japan
Italy
Liechtenstein
Netherlands
Peru
Luxembourg
New Zealand
Portugal
Sweden
Uruguay
Mexico
Norway
Singapore
Switzerland
USA
Spain
UK
Venezuela
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Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI
Wireless LAN Card
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the
following table.
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following
table.
Australia
Canada
France
Austria
Belgium
Finland
Denmark
Germany
Iceland
Greece
Hong Kong
Italy
Ireland
Japan
Liechtenstein
Netherlands
Philippines
Spain
Luxembourg
New Zealand
Portugal
Sweden
Malaysia
Norway
Singapore
Switzerland
USA
Thailand
UK
Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability
Bluetooth™ Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any
product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping
Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:
❖
Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special
Interest Group.
❖
Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by The
Bluetooth Special interest Group.
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Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology, and TOSHIBA
has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth™ products with all PCs and/
or equipment using Bluetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA
portable computers.
Always use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless
networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable
computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support
on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in
Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for
more information.
When you use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA close to 2.4 GHz Wireless
LAN devices, Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors. If
you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth™ cards from
TOSHIBA, always change the frequency, move your PC to the area outside of
the interference range of 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices (40 meters/
43.74 yards or more) or stop transmitting from your PC. Please contact
TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/
computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://
www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more
information.
Bluetooth™ and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio
frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth™
and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience
a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network
connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off
either one of your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC
product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/
bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the
United States for more information.
Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health
The products with Bluetooth wireless technology, like other radio devices, emit
radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices
with Bluetooth wireless technology however is far much less than the
electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile
phones.
Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the
guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations,
TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers.
These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific
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community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists
who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
In some situations or environments, the use of Bluetooth wireless technology
may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives
of the organization. These situations may for example include:
❖
Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board of
airplanes, or
❖
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or
services is perceived or identified as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a
specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for
authorization to use the device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to
turning on the equipment.
Regulatory statements
This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country/
region where the product is sold. In addition, the product complies with the
following:
European Union (EU) and EFTA
This equipment complies with the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and has been
provided with the CE mark accordingly.
Canada — Industry Canada (IC)
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.”
L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1)
il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prét à
accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est
susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.
The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the
Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
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Caution: FCC Interference Statement
This device complies with part15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
❖
❖
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Note that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved
by the manufacturer may void the authorization to operate this equipment.
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
The radiated output power of the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below
the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth™ Card
from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human
contact during normal operation is minimized.
In order to comply with FCC radio-frequency radiation exposure guidelines for
an uncontrolled environment, the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA has to be
operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna which are located on top
of LCD distance of 20 cm.
Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes
with those products for additional information.
The Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency
exposure limits.
Nevertheless, it is advised to use the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA in such a
manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized.
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.
NOTE
Taiwan
Article 14
Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency
electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the
frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the
original design.
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Article 17
Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect
the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In event that
any interference is found, the use of such electric machinery shall be
stopped immediately, and reusing of such products can be resumed until
no interference occurs after improvement.
The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio
communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and
regulations.
Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference
from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio
emission electric machinery.
Using this equipment in Japan
In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz for second
generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment
overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and
specified low-power radio station).
1. Sticker
Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.
2. Indication
The indication shown below appears on this equipment.
(3)
(1) (2)
2.4FH1
(4)
1
2
2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.
FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation.
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3
4
The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m.
This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to
2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object
identification systems.
3. TOSHIBA Direct PC
Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100
Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916
Fax: 03-5444-9450
Device Authorization
This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification, and it
belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication
system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan.
The Name of the radio equipment: EYXF2CS
TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER
Approval Number: 01NYDA1305
The following restrictions apply:
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❖
Do not disassemble or modify the device.
Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.
DVD-ROM, multi-function drive safety instructions
The DVD-ROM and multi-function drives employ a laser system. To ensure
proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain
for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an
authorized service location.
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those
specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
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Location of the required label
(Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may
vary.)
This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the user’s guide carefully and keep it
for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your
nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser
beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified in the owner’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Copyright
This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all
rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any
form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is
assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
©2004 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Export Administration Regulation
This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S.
Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the approval of the
U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export, directly or indirectly,
in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations is prohibited.
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Notice
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any
product specifications, is subject to change without notice.
TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA
INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO
WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO
ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY
FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY
FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR
OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES
BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT
SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES,
WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE,
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR
ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE
THEREOF.
Trademarks
Satellite and Noteworthy are registered trademarks, FreedomWare and
SmartMedia are trademarks, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/
or Toshiba Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries.
DirectX, Active Desktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wireless Alliance.
Dolby - Manufactured by Toshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories/ Dolby
and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc.
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
cooling fan..................................................47
Setting up your computer .......................................47
Setting up your software...................................48
Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........49
Adding external devices ....................................49
Connecting to a power source ................................50
Charging the main battery.......................................53
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Checking total memory.....................................63
Adjusting the quality of the external display......72
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................ 77
Computing tips .......................................................77
Using the keyboard.................................................79
Character keys ..................................................79
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys.........................................80
Function keys....................................................80
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Playing CDs using Auto-Run.............................97
Powering down the computer...............................100
Using the Turn off computer or Shut down
command..................................................100
Shutting down more quickly ...........................101
Using Hibernation Mode .................................103
Using Standby Mode.......................................107
Toshiba’s online resources ...................................110
Removing the battery from the computer .......122
Exploring the desktop ...........................................129
Finding your way around the desktop .............130
Setting up for communications.............................133
Connecting the modem to a telephone line.....135
Connecting your computer to a network ........136
An overview of using the Internet .........................139
The Internet ....................................................139
The World Wide Web .....................................139
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Using the i.LINK® port ..........................................146
PC Card supporting software..........................147
Removing Memory Stick or Memory Stick
PRO media................................................151
Inserting an SD™ Card....................................151
Removing an SD™ Card..................................152
Inserting an xD-Picture Card™........................152
Removing an xD-Picture Card™......................153
Inserting a SmartMedia Card™ .......................153
Removing a SmartMedia Card™ .....................154
Modem problems............................................179
Develop good computing habits ...........................179
If you need further assistance...............................181
Before you call ................................................181
Contacting Toshiba .........................................182
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites .........................183
Toshiba’s worldwide offices..................................183
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Stand by mode......................................................189
Display modes ......................................................191
Search for Wireless Devices ...........................200
Profile Settings ...............................................202
Quick Connect.................................................204
Using the Automatic Switch..................................207
Semi-Automatic Switch Feature............................208
Glossary....................................................................................209
Index..........................................................................................224
Introduction
Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia
computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your
access to information can accompany you wherever you go.
Your system comes with either the Microsoft® Windows® XP
Home or Windows XP Professional operating system. Your
operating system offers exciting features and easy Internet
access.
This guide contains information about your operating system
and how it functions with your Toshiba computer. For
specific information on the software, see the Microsoft
booklet that shipped with your computer.
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Introduction
This guide
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The product specifications and configuration information are
NOTE
designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not
have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. For
more detailed information about the features and
specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba's
While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication
to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein,
product specifications, configurations, prices, system/
component/options availability are all subject to change
without notice. For the most up-to-date product information
about your computer, or to stay current with the various
computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba’s Web
This guide
This guide introduces the computer’s features. You can:
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❖
Read the entire guide from beginning to end.
Skim through and stop when a topic interests you.
Use the table of contents and index to find specific
information.
If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook
computer before, read through the first couple of chapters to
familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and
how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you
most.
Introduction
Safety icons
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Safety icons
This manual contains safety instructions that must be
observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result
in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of
data. These safety cautions have been classified according to
the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these
instructions as follows:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
Provides important information.
NOTE
Introduction
Other documentation
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Other icons used
Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational
information:
TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical information
about the computer.
HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.
DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used
in the text.
Other documentation
Your computer comes with the following documentation:
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❖
This electronic user’s guide.
Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on
your computer or that are available for installation on
your Recovery media (if applicable to your system).
❖
❖
For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at
The Microsoft® Windows® operating system
documentation which explains the features of the
operating system.
Introduction
Service options
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Service options
Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to
complement its limited warranty. To stay current on the most
recent software and hardware options for your computer, and
for other product information, be sure to regularly check the
If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If
Something Goes Wrong” on page 155.
Chapter 1
Getting Started
This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes
how to connect components, and explains what to do the first
time you use your notebook computer.
Selecting a place to work
Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a
variety of circumstances and locations.
Creating a computer-friendly environment
Place the computer on a flat surface which is large enough for
the computer and any other items you need to use, such as a
printer. Leave enough space around the computer and other
equipment to provide adequate ventilation and prevent
overheating.
To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect
your work area from:
❖
Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.
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Getting Started
Selecting a place to work
41
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❖
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.
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❖
Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.
Liquids and corrosive chemicals.
If you spill liquid into the computer, turn it off, unplug it from
the AC power source, and let it dry out completely before
turning it on again.
If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back
on, contact your network administrator. If your computer still
does not operate, refer to “If you need further assistance” on
page 181 for additional technical assistance.
Keeping yourself comfortable
Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as
people spend more time using their computers. With a little
care and proper use of the equipment, you can work
comfortably throughout the day.
Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in
discomfort and possible injury. If your hands, wrists, and/or
arms bother you while typing, stop using the computer and
rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a physician.
This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress
injuries. For more information, consult books on ergonomics,
repetitive-strain injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome.
Getting Started
Selecting a place to work
42
Placement of the computer
Proper placement of the computer and external devices is
important to avoid stress-related injuries.
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Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable
height and distance. You should be able to type without
twisting your torso or neck, and look at the screen
without slouching.
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If you are using an external monitor, the top of the
display should be no higher than eye level.
If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height
and distance as the screen.
Seating and posture
When using your computer, maintain good posture with your
body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly. Proper
seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain. Some
people find a backless chair more comfortable than a
conventional chair. Whichever type you choose, use the
following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum
computing comfort.
Below eye level
Approximately
90° angles
Footrest
Correct posture and positioning of the computer
Getting Started
Selecting a place to work
43
Whichever type you choose, use the following guidelines to
adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort.
❖
Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly
below the level of your elbow. You should be able to type
comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your
forearms parallel to the floor.
If you are using a conventional chair:
❖
Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If
necessary, use a footrest to raise the level of your knees
and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs.
❖
Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower
curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide
extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are
available at many office supply stores.
❖
Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips, and
elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you
work. Do not slump forward or lean back too far.
Lighting
Proper lighting can improve the visibility of the display and
reduce eyestrain.
❖
Position the display panel or external monitor so that
sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the
screen. Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare.
❖
❖
Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that
could shine directly in your eyes.
If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer
work area.
Getting Started
Selecting a place to work
44
Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV
device. We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your
LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your
eyes.
Arms and wrists
❖
Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your wrists. Keep
them in a relaxed, neutral position while typing.
❖
Exercise your hands, wrists, and arms to improve
circulation.
Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in
discomfort and possible injury. If your hands, wrists, and/or
arms bother you while typing, stop using the computer and
rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a physician.
Work habits
The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to
vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks
into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine
can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.
❖
Take frequent breaks to change position, stretch your
muscles, and relieve your eyes. A break of two or three
minutes every half hour is more effective than a long
break after several hours.
❖
❖
Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods.
Intersperse such activities with other tasks.
Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long
periods can cause eyestrain. Look away from the
Getting Started
Selecting a place to work
45
computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant
object for at least 30 seconds.
Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV
device. We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your
LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your
eyes.
Other precautions
Your computer is designed to optimize safety, minimize
strain, and withstand the rigors of portability. However, you
should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk
of personal injury or damage to the computer.
❖
Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside of
the computer.
If the computer is used for long periods, its case can
become very warm. While the temperature may not feel
too hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with
the computer for a long time (if you rest the computer on
your lap, for example), your skin might suffer low-heat
injury.
Never apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to
sharp impacts. Excessive pressure or impact can damage
computer components or otherwise cause your computer to
malfunction.
Getting Started
Selecting a place to work
46
Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two
cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is
used extensively. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors
or instability in the PC Card operation.
Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for
lengthy periods of time.
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Avoid spilling liquids into the computer’s keyboard.
If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard, turn
off the computer immediately. Leave the computer turned
off overnight to let it dry out before you use it again.
Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a
drive is active.
Turning off the computer while it is reading from or
writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.
Keep the computer and disks away from objects that
generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo
speakers.
Information on disks is stored magnetically. Placing a
magnet too close to a disk can erase important files.
❖
Scan all new files for viruses.
This precaution is especially important for files you
receive via email or download from the Internet.
Occasionally, even new programs you buy from a
supplier may contain a computer virus. You will need a
special program to check for viruses. Ask your dealer to
help you.
Getting Started
Setting up your computer
47
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan
Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the
CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling
fan may be located on the bottom of the computer.
To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the air
intake on the cooling fan is not blocked. The fan draws in air
by creating a vacuum. If the fan is blocked, it could cause the
CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer
to shut down. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper,
plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can block the air
intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Do not use the
computer on surfaces with objects that can be drawn in by the
cooling fan.
NOTE
Setting up your computer
TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all set up steps up to
“Setting up your software” on page 48 before adding external
or internal components to your computer. These components
include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer,
memory, and PC cards.
Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery
that needs to be charged before you can use it.
To use external power or to charge the battery, you must
attach the AC adapter. See “Connecting to a power source”
on page 50 for more information.
Getting Started
Setting up your computer
48
Setting up your software
The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard
guides you through steps to set up your software.
1
From the welcome screen, click Next to enter the Setup
Wizard.
2
3
Confirm acceptance of Microsoft’s End User License
Agreement and click Next.
Enter the computer name and description and click Next
or Skip.
The computer will pause for a moment while checking
for an internet connection, and you will see the screen
“Checking your internet connectivity.”
A window will display the message: “How will this
computer connect to the internet?” The system displays
three selections: Telephone modem, Digital subscriber
line (DSL) or cable, or Local Area Network (LAN).
4
Click Skip to exit the process or Next to continue.
To register online, your computer must be connected to the
Internet via a voice-grade telephone line or a Local-Area-
Network (LAN).
NOTE
A window displays asking if you wish to register with
Toshiba and Microsoft.
5
Click Yes to register, or No to exit the process.
If you click No, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the
Register with Toshiba icon on the desktop.
NOTE
6
If you selected Yes in step 5, enter your personal
information in the registration window.
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Setting up your computer
49
A window displays the message, “Who will use this
computer?”
7
8
Enter your name and click Next to complete the process.
A window displays the message, “Thank you.”
Click Finish to continue.
Your computer restarts automatically.
Registering your computer with Toshiba
Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows
Toshiba to send Customer periodic updates, announcements,
and special offers applicable to the product. Product
registration can be completed during the initial start up
process of your computer. If you opt not to register at that
time, you can either double-click the icon on your desktop or
diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty.
Adding external devices
page 48.
NOTE
Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to:
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(optional)” on page 58)
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Connect a mouse (see “Using a mouse” on page 63)
Connect a local printer (see “Connecting a local printer”
on page 64)
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Connect an external diskette drive (see “Connecting an
optional external diskette drive” on page 69)
Getting Started
Connecting to a power source
50
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Install PC Cards (see “Using PC Cards” on page 147)
Connecting to a power source
Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power
cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live
electrical outlet, or to charge the computer’s battery.
AC adapter
Power cord/cable
AC adapter cord
Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter
Hold the power cord/cable by its plug when you connect/
disconnect it. Do NOT pull the cable itself. Doing so may
damage the power cord/cable and result in a short circuit or
electric shock.
When you connect the AC adapter to the computer, always
follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User’s
Manual. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical
outlet should be the last step; otherwise the adapter DC output
plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical
shock or minor bodily injury when touched. As a general
safety precaution, avoid touching any metal parts.
Getting Started
Connecting to a power source
51
Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an
equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of any incompatible
adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no
liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible
adapter.
To connect AC power to the computer:
1
Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adapter.
Sample connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adapter
Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a
chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
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2
Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC-IN on the back of
the computer.
Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer
3
Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet.
The AC power indicator glows when the computer is
connected to an external power source.
The battery light:
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❖
❖
Glows amber while the battery is being charged.
Glows green when the battery is fully charged.
Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an external
power source. For information on determining battery
power, see “Monitoring battery power” on page 116.
Damaged power cords/cables can cause fire or electric shock.
Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or
apply heat to the power cord/cable.
If the power cord/cable becomes damaged or the plug
overheats, discontinue use. There is a risk of electric
shock.
Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands.
Doing so may cause an electric shock.
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Charging the main battery
To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live wall
outlet. It takes several hours to charge the battery with the
computer off. It takes much longer to charge the battery while
the computer is on. For more information on battery use, see
“Running the computer on battery power” on page 111.
Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the
computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours
at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can
damage the battery.
TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the
power provided by the AC adapter to run applications,
features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot
occur. Your computer’s Power Management utility can be used
to select a power level setting that reduces the power required
for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge.
Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the
applications, power management settings, and features used.
NOTE
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Using the computer for the first time
Opening the display panel
Slide the display latch to the right and lift the display panel.
Sample opening the display panel
To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond
the point where it moves easily.
Never lift or move the computer using the display panel.
Small bright dots may appear on your TFT display when you
turn on your computer. Your display contains an extremely
large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is
manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small
bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic
characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.
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.
NOTE
Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery
power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of
the screen.
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Your computer’s features and specifications
Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all
possible configurations for an entire product Series. Your
selected model may not have all the features and
specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches
shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all
those features.
Below are examples of some of the many possible icons that
may come on your computer:
Sample system icons
This information applies to all the features and icons
described in this guide.
Turning on the power
1
Check that any drives on the computer are empty.
2
Turn on the computer by pressing and releasing the
power button located on the top of the keyboard.
When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn
off the power again until the operating system has loaded
completely.
NOTE
The hard disk drive indicator flashes to indicate that the hard
disk drive is currently in use.
Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use.
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Using the TouchPad™
The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in
front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to
move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move
your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you would like
to move the cursor:
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❖
❖
❖
To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your
finger forward on the TouchPad.
To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your
finger toward yourself.
To move the cursor to the right side of the page, slide
your finger across the TouchPad from left to right.
To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to
left.
Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display
screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means
having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad
in the preferred direction.
NOTE
Once you have positioned your cursor, you can either click by
double-tapping the TouchPad or pressing the control buttons.
Scrolling with the TouchPad™
There are two active regions on the TouchPad that allow you
to scroll as you would with any wheel device on a mouse or
trackball.
To scroll vertically, run your finger up or down along the right
edge of the TouchPad. To scroll horizontally, run your finger
along the bottom edge of the TouchPad.
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Using the Scroll button
For applicable systems, the scroll button, located between the
primary and secondary control buttons on the TouchPad, is
used for rapid viewing of pages on the screen.
Using the Control buttons
When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move
the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary
(left-hand) button. To double-click, press the primary button
twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually
corresponds to the left mouse button.
The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on
the program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right
mouse button. Check your program’s documentation to find
whether it uses the right mouse button.
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
The TouchPad is enabled by default. To change the enable/
disable TouchPad setting:
1
Click Start, Control Panel.
The Control Panel window appears.
Click Printers and Other Hardware.
Click Mouse or press the Fn + F9 hot keys.
The Mouse Properties window appears.
Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab.
The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears.
Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate.
Click Apply.
2
3
4
5
6
7
Click OK.
The Mouse Properties window closes.
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8
9
Close the Printers and Other Hardware window.
Close the Control Panel window.
The Fn + F9 shortcut can be used to enable or disable the
TouchPad (see “Hot Keys” on page 185).
NOTE
Installing additional memory (optional)
Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the
computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a
memory module while the computer is in Stand by or
Hibernation mode, data will be lost.
Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of
today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the
computer’s memory if you use complex software or process
large amounts of data.
Additional memory comes in various capacities (to stay
current on the most recent software and hardware options for
your computer, and for other product information, be sure to
regularly check the Toshiba Web site at
system may have both slots occupied.
If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules
become hot. If this happens, let the modules cool to room
temperature before you replace them.
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You need a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver to install a
memory module.
Phillips no. 1 screwdriver that is in good condition.
Slot B. You can install one or two memory modules.
If you are adding memory after you have started to use the
computer, begin at step 1, otherwise skip to step 2.
1
Turn off the computer via the Start menu.
See “Using the Turn off computer or Shut down command”
on page 100.
The operating system turns off the computer.
2
3
Unplug and remove any cables connected to the
computer.
Close the display panel and turn the computer upside
down to locate the expansion memory module slot cover.
Expansion memory
module slot cover
Sample base of a Satellite M30X/M35X series computer
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4
Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the
screw that secures the expansion memory module slot
cover, then remove the expansion memory module slot
cover.
Sample removing the expansion module memory slot cover
5
Put the screw and cover in a safe place so that you can
retrieve them later.
Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you
handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to
discharge any static electricity you may have built up.
To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to
touch its gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the
computer).
6
7
Remove the memory module from its antistatic
packaging.
Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold
connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the
socket.
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8
Gently put the memory module connector down at an
angle and press down until the clips snap into place.
Do not force the memory module into position. The
memory module should be level when secured in place.
Sample inserting the memory module
Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on
the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause
memory access problems.
9
Replace the expansion memory module slot cover.
10 Replace the screw and tighten it.
11 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you
removed.
12 Turn on the computer.
To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the
memory, click Start, Control Panel and click
Performance and Maintenance. Click System to view
the recognized memory.
13 If the computer does not recognize the memory module,
shut down the computer, remove the expansion memory
module slot cover, and make sure the memory module is
seated properly, as described in step 8.
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Removing a memory module
1
Follow steps 1 through 6 in “Installing additional memory
(optional)” on page 58.
Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer
turned on. You can damage the computer and the device.
Do not remove the memory module while the computer
is in Standby mode. The computer could hang up the
next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost.
In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration
will not be saved.
The following message appears when you turn on the
power:
Warning: Resume Failure
Press Any Key To Continue
If the computer hangs up when you turn it on, perform the
following: Press the power button and hold it down for five
seconds, then turn the power on again.
2
Gently push the memory module locks outward until the
memory module pops up.
Sample removing the memory module
Using an external keyboard
3
4
Gently pull the memory module diagonally to pull it out
of the slot.
Complete the procedure by following steps 10 through 12
in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 58.
Checking total memory
When you add or remove memory, you can check that the
computer has recognized the change. To do this:
1
2
3
4
Click Start, then click Control Panel.
Click Performance and Maintenance.
The General tab view automatically appears and shows
total memory.
If the computer does not recognize the memory
configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot
cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly,
as described in step 10 of “Installing additional memory
(optional)” on page 58.
Using an external keyboard
If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to
your computer. The computer’s USB port supports any USB-
compatible keyboard.
Using a mouse
You may want to use a mouse instead of the TouchPad, the
computer’s built-in pointing device.
To connect a USB mouse, plug the mouse cable into one of
the USB ports.
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Connecting a local printer
Before you can connect a printer, you need a suitable USB
printer cable, which may have been provided with your
printer. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or
electronics store.
Your printer documentation may require you to install the
printer software before physically connecting the printer to
your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed
by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function
correctly.
Never connect the printer cable while the computer’s power is
on. Doing so may damage the printer, the computer, or both.
Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow
the manufacturer’s instructions when connecting a local
printer.
NOTE
NOTE
You must supply the proper printer cable. If one did not come
with your printer, you may purchase one from an electronics or
computer store.
If your printer is ECP- or IEEE-compliant, make sure your
printer cable is an IEEE 1284 cable.
These instructions assume you have a USB printer. Consult
the document that came with your printer to verify the
connection type.
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To connect a USB printer:
1
Plug the USB connector into one of the USB ports on your
computer
2
Plug the printer’s power cable into a live AC outlet.
Connecting a Parallel Printer
To connect a parallel printer:
Connecting the parallel printer cable while the computer is on
may damage the printer, the computer, or both.
1
Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer’s
parallel port.
To the computer
To the printer
Sample identifying the ends of a parallel printer cable
2
Plug the printer’s power cable into a live AC outlet.
See your printer documentation for additional configuration
steps.
Setting up your printer
If you started your computer with a printer connected and
turned on, it may have been detected automatically (Plug and
Play). If this is not the case, then you must install the printer
driver for the model of printer that is connected to your
computer. You install the printer driver either by following
the instructions indicated in your printer manual, or by using
the operating system Add Printer Wizard.
If you plan to set up a printer later, click Cancel.
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Using the Add Printer Wizard
To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other
Hardware.
2
Select Printers and Faxes.
The Printers and Faxes window appears.
Sample Printers and Faxes window
3
Click Add Printer.
The Add Printer Wizard starts.
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Sample Add Printer Wizard
4
Click Next.
The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, the
operating system recognizes it automatically. You can ignore
the remainder of this section. See your printer manual.
5
If the printer you are setting up:
❖
Is not connected to a network, select Local printer
attached to this computer.
If you select Local printer, check “Automatically detect and
install my Plug and Play printer.”
❖
Is connected to a network, select Network printer, or a
printer attached to another computer.
6
Click Next.
The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to select your printer.
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7
8
From the list of manufacturers and printers, select your
printer, then click Next.
Select the port settings according to the instructions in
your printer’s documentation and the port to which your
printer is connected, then click Next.
The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to enter a printer name.
Enter a name for your printer.
9
HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure the
name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference.
10 To set up the printer to be the default printer for the
operating system, click Yes.
11 Click Next.
The operating system prompts you to print a test page.
12 If your printer is connected and turned on, click Next.
To complete the setup procedure without printing a test page,
click No, then click Next.
13 Click Finish.
You are now ready to print.
Depending on your program, you may see various messages
indicating the status of your print job.
TECHNICAL NOTE: Some printers require a specific
installation process. In this case, the Windows® XP operating
system Add Printer Wizard will display an error message. If
this happens, refer to your printer installation guide for further
instructions.
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Connecting an optional external diskette drive
Some operations, such as creating a password service
diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-
inch diskettes.
Sample optional external USB diskette drive
To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect
the cable to one of the USB ports.
Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive
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Connecting external display devices
Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you
can also connect an external display device to the available
video port:
❖
An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor)
port.
❖
A television or video display device via the S-video port.
Before connecting an external monitor or video projector,
configure your computer for the type of device you are
connecting. To do this, refer to the documentation for your
operating system and devices.
Connecting an external monitor or projector
You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your
computer if you need a larger screen. To do this:
1
Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB (monitor) port
on the left side of the computer.
2
Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical
outlet.
3
4
Turn on the external device.
Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by
configuring the Display Properties settings.
Connecting to the S-video port
Video cables are not included with your computer. To connect
a device to the video-out port, you will need to purchase an S-
video cable.
NOTE
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To connect the device:
1
Connect one end of the video cable to the external video
device.
Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the
2
Connect the other end of the video cable to the S-video
port on the back of the computer.
3
4
Turn on the external video device.
Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by setting the
Display Properties settings. For more information, see
“Directing the display output when you turn on the
computer” on page 71.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If you are connecting to a television, you
may need to change the display properties. Most televisions
use or support an 800 x 600 standard resolution.
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
Once you have connected an external display device, you can
choose to use the internal display only, the external device
only, or both simultaneously. The quickest way to change the
display output settings is to use the display hot key (Fn + F5):
1
2
Press Fn and F5 simultaneously.
While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the
setting you want takes effect.
This hot key cycles through the settings in the following
order:
❖
❖
❖
Built-in display only
Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously
External monitor only
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❖
❖
TV
TV and LCD
3
Release the Fn key.
TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using
the Display Properties Box.
click the Advanced button, select Display Device, select the
applicable Monitor type, click Apply or OK.
For more information on switching the display output, see
“Directing the display output when you turn on the
computer” on page 71.
Adjusting the quality of the external display
To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or
other video display device), you may need to adjust the video
settings. See the video device documentation for additional
configuration steps.
TECHNICAL NOTE: In order to use one of the simultaneous
modes, you must set the resolution of the internal display
panel to match the resolution of the external display device.
The external display device must support a resolution of 640 X
480 or higher.
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Turning off the computer
It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not
using it for a while.
If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the
computer plugged into a power source (even though the
computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. With the
computer off, it may take up to three hours to recharge the
main battery.
When you power down the computer, you have three options
to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernate and
Standby. Each option has its advantages.
❖
❖
❖
Use the Turn Off command if you are using the
Windows® XP Home or Windows® XP Professional
operating system when not connected to a domain server.
Use the Shut down command if you are using the
Windows® XP Professional operating system and
connected to a domain server.
If you have work in progress and are not connected to a
network, use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate
commands to save your system settings to memory so
that, when you turn on the computer again, you will
automatically return to where you left off.
❖
To leave the computer off for a longer period, you can use
the Windows® Turn Off command when not connected to
a domain server or the Shut down when connected to a
domain server instead.
Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so
may damage the media in use and result in loss of data.
For more information, see “Powering down the computer” on
page 100.
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Closing the display panel
When you are finished, shut the computer down and close the
display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer.
If you close the computer while it is still on, these actions will
occur:
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❖
❖
If you have the LCD power-saver feature set, the LCD
panel will automatically turn off until you open it again.
If you have the audible warning set, the computer will
beep to notify you that it is still on.
If you have an action feature set, the computer will
perform either: Nothing, Standby, Hibernate, or Turn Off.
Caring for your computer
This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your
computer, and explains how to fit an antitheft lock. For
information about taking care of your computer’s battery, see
“Running the computer on battery power” on page 111.
Cleaning the computer
To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel
and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your
Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning
products.
Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s
keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Never spray
cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or caustic
chemical products to clean the computer.
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Moving the computer
Before moving your computer, even across the room, make
sure all disk activity has ended (the disk activity lights stop
glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected.
Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back
(where the ports are located).
Although your notebook computer is built to withstand
reasonable shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case
for long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your
Toshiba dealer (To stay current on the most recent software
and hardware options for your computer, and for other
product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba
Using a computer lock
You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such
as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an
optional PORT-Noteworthy® computer lock cable.
Sample PORT-Noteworthy® computer lock cable
To secure the computer:
1
Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy
object.
Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable
off the object.
2
Pass the locking end through the loop.
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3
Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot,
then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it.
The computer is now securely locked to deter computer theft.
Sample locking the computer
Chapter 2
Learning the Basics
This chapter lists some computing tips and provides
important information about basic features.
Computing tips
❖
Save your work frequently.
Your work temporarily stays in the computer’s memory
until you save it to the disk. You will lose all unsaved
work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must
restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge
while you are working. Your computer can be configured
to warn you when the battery is running low. See “Power
management” on page 112.
HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature which
you can turn on. This feature saves your file to the hard disk at
preset intervals. See your software documentation for details.
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78
❖
Back up your files to storage media on a regular basis.
Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe
place.
If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data
on it unless you have a separate backup copy.
❖
❖
Use Error-Checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to
conserve disk space and help your computer perform at
its optimal level. Consult your Windows® XP operating
system documentation for more information on these and
other utilities.
Scan all new files for viruses.
This precaution is especially important for files you receive
via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. Take
frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and
eyestrain.
❖
❖
Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light
indicates a drive is active.
Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to
a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.
Before turning off the computer, use the Turn off
computer command or Standby command. See
“Powering down the computer” on page 100 to learn
more about Standby.
The operating system records information, such as your
desktop setup, during its shut down procedure. If you do not
let the operating system shut down normally, details such as
new icon positions may be lost.
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Using the keyboard
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Using the keyboard
Keyboard
Character keys
Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a
typewriter, except that:
❖
❖
❖
❖
The spacebar creates a space character instead of just
passing over an area of the page.
The lowercase l (el) and the number 1 are not
interchangeable.
The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not
interchangeable.
The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper
case — the number and symbol keys are not affected.
The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel
illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key.
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Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys
Ctrl
Fn
Alt
.
Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys
The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the
program you are using. For more information, see your
program documentation.
Function keys
The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are the
12 keys at the top of the keyboard.
Function keys
F1 through F12 are called function keys because they run
programmed functions when you press them. Used in
combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons
run specific functions on the computer.
Windows® special keys
Application key
Windows logo key
Windows® special keys
The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions
in the operating system:
❖
❖
The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu.
The Application key has the same function as the
secondary TouchPad control button (or secondary mouse
button).
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Overlay keys
Keyboard overlay keys
The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of them
form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you
enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using
the ten-key keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard.
Using the numeric keypad overlay
The keys with the numbers on their right front are the
numeric overlay keys.
To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press Fn and F11
simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard
indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on.
You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic
characters while the numeric overlay is on. To do so:
❖
For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the
letters.
❖
For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while
you type the letters.
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To use the cursor control overlay when the numeric overlay is
on, press and hold down Shift while you use the cursor control
keys. To return to the numeric overlay, release Shift.
To turn off the numeric keypad overlay, hold down the Fn key
and press F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard
indicator panel goes out.
Using the cursor control overlay
The keys with the gray arrows and symbols on their left front
are the cursor control overlay keys.
To turn on the cursor control overlay, press Fn and F10
simultaneously. The cursor control mode light on the
keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control
overlay is on.
To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on:
❖
For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the
letters.
❖
For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while
you type the letters.
To use the numeric keypad overlay when the cursor control
overlay is on, hold down Shift while you use the numeric
overlay keys. To return to the cursor control overlay, release
Shift.
To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key
and press F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the
keyboard indicator panel goes out.
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Starting a program
83
Starting a program
The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name
of the file that contains the information you want to work on.
To find the file, use My Computer or Windows Explorer.
If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options:
❖
❖
❖
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Double-click the icon for the program on your desktop
Use the Start menu
Use Windows Explorer to locate the program file
Use the Run dialog box
Starting a program from the Start menu
When you install a program, the operating system usually
puts an icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program
that has an icon in the All Programs menu, follow these steps,
which use the Windows® WordPad program as an example:
1
Click Start, then point to All Programs.
The Windows® XP operating system displays the All
Programs menu, which lists programs and program groups. If
your program is listed, go to step 3, otherwise, continue with
step 2.
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3
Point to the program group, in this example, Accessories.
The Accessories menu displays.
Click the program, in this example, WordPad.
WordPad opens.
To close the program, click the Close button in the
upper-right corner of the program’s window.
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Starting a program from Windows® Explorer
If a program is not listed in the Programs menu, you can start
it from Windows® Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a
view of your computer’s contents as a hierarchy or “tree.”
You can easily see the content of each drive and folder on
your computer. To use this method, you should know the file
name and location of the program’s executable file (this file
ends with .exe).
This example opens WordPad using its file name,
wordpad.exe.
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2
3
4
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Click Start, then point to All Programs.
Click Accessories.
Click Windows Explorer.
Click My Computer to expand the window.
In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, double-
click the folder containing the program, in this case
Program Files.
Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files
folder on the right side of the window. The left side of the
window shows all the folders contained within the Program
Files folder.
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In the left part of the window, click Windows NT.
Click Accessories.
Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories
folder on the right side of the window.
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In the right part of the window, double-click WordPad.
WordPad opens.
To close the program, click the Close button in the
upper-right corner of the program’s window.
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Starting a program from the Run dialog box
This example uses the Run command to start WordPad:
1
Click Start, then click Run.
The Run dialog box appears.
Sample Run dialog box
In the Run dialog box:
2
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If you know the program’s location, type the command
line. For a program in the Windows® folder, type just the
program name. Otherwise, type the full file path. For
example, to access WordPad, type:
c:\Program Files\WindowsNT\Accessories\Wordpad, then click
OK.
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If you do not know the location, click Browse....
In the Browse dialog box, enter the file name (for
example, wordpad.exe) and select the drive to search.
When the operating system has found the file, click
Open.
HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to the
right of the text box and select the command line from the
drop-down list.
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Saving your work
Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard
disk drive.
Always save your data even when you are using the Stand by. If
your battery fully discharges, your information will be lost.
Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery
is running low, see “Power management” on page 112.
Saving files
1
On the File menu of your Windows® program, click Save.
If you are working with a document that already has a file
name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new
document, your program displays a Save As dialog box.
Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document
and to give it a file name.
Sample Save As dialog box
2
Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to
be stored.
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3
Type a file name, then click Save.
HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently
working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the
new file a different name.
The Windows® XP operating system supports file names of
up to 255 characters; the names can include spaces. Some
applications still require MS-DOS® file names.
File names
If you plan to share your files with a computer using a pre-
Windows® 95 version of the Windows® operating system, the
file name must be no more than eight characters long.
Typically the file name also has an extension, consisting of a
period and up to three additional characters.
You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus
these characters: _ ^ $ ~ ! # % & { } ( ) @ and ‘. MS-DOS®
file names are not case-sensitive and must not contain spaces.
Using a file extension
Most programs assign an extension to the file name that
identifies the file as being created in the program with a
particular format. For example, Microsoft® Word saves files
with a .doc extension. Any file name with an extension of
“.doc” is assumed to be a Microsoft® Word file. Creating your
own extension is usually unwise, since the program is
unlikely to recognize an unusual extension and may refuse to
handle your file correctly.
Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at
regular intervals. Check your programs’ documentation to see
whether they have an automatic save feature.
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To save:
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A file you are updating, open the program’s File menu
and click Save.
❖
A new file, choose Save As from the File menu, type a
name for the file, and click OK.
HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently
working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the
Printing your work
Verify that the Windows® XP operating system is set up for
your printer as described in “Setting up your printer” on
page 65.
TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the printer the first
time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are
changing printers, you will need to set up the operating system
to run with the additional printer(s).
To print a file:
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2
If your printer is not on, turn it on now.
In the File menu of your program, click Print.
The program displays a Print dialog box.
Click OK to print.
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Backing up your files
Backing up your files means copying individual files to
media, such as CDs, or copying entire sections of your hard
disk to another device, such as a tape drive.
For those systems with a writable CD-ROM drive or DVD-
ROM multi-function drive, you may back up file to a writable
disc as follows:
1
To back up to a CD or other media, insert the media into
the appropriate drive.
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3
4
Click Start, then click My Computer.
Click the drive that contains the file you want to copy.
Double-click the folder that contains the file, then click
the file you want to copy.
HINT: You can use the Ctrl or Shift keys to select more than
one file.
5
Click File, then click Send To and select the drive from
the list.
Restoring your work
To restore information from your backup media to your hard
disk, use the Restore page in the backup program. Look in the
online Help or your operating system documentation for
information on restoring files.
TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program
prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on
the hard disk. Make sure the backup version is the one you
want before overwriting the existing file.
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Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive
Optical storage has become the preferred medium for
software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs)
provide a significant increase in data storage and support
features that are not available on any other video platform.
These features include wide-screen movies, multiple
language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera
angles, and interactive menus.
For these reasons, your computer may come with a DVD-
ROM or multi-function drive.
TECHNICAL NOTE: Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is
set to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. If you play a
DVD disc from another region, the drive will automatically
change to play in the format of the other region. The drive will
allow you to change regions four times. On the fourth change,
the region will be “locked in.” That is, the drive will only play
DVDs from that last region. Note that changing from region 1
to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes.
For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you
play DVDs while running the computer on AC power.
NOTE
You use CD-ROMs to load and run software, and to access
reference material such as catalogs, as well as listen to music.
A special feature allows you to play audio CDs even when the
computer is turned off.
Drive components and control buttons
The DVD-ROM or multi-function drive resides on the left
side of the computer. The CD/DVD control buttons are
located to the left of the keyboard and can be accessed when
the display panel is open.
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DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components
Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive may look like this:
Eject button
Manual eject hole
Sample DVD-ROM or multi-function drive
Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the
drive-in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could
damage the disc or the drive.
The eject button requires power to operate. The manual eject
button does not require power.
Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil
lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Instead,
use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip.
HINT: When the computer is off and the DVD-ROM or multi-
function drive is on, press the stop/eject control button on the
left side of the keyboard to eject a disc.
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CD/DVD control and Music CD buttons
The control buttons to the left of the keyboard let you to play
audio CDs when the computer is off. You can also use them
to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is on.
Music light
Music CD button
Play/pause button
Stop/eject button
Next track button
Previous track button
Sample CD/DVD control buttons
The Music CD button activates the Media Player on your
computer, and allows you to play music CDs when the
computer is turned off.
If you wish to play a music CD while the computer is off:
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2
Press the Music CD button.
When the Music light turns on, you may then insert a
music CD into the DVD-ROM or multifunction drive.
If a CD is already in the drive, you may begin to play it using
the play/pause button.
3
Use the CD/DVD control buttons to control the CD as
with any typical CD player.
The play/pause button starts playing the disc or makes it
pause if currently playing.
The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing.
You can eject a disc by pressing the stop/eject button twice.
Use this method to eject a disc when the computer is turned
off and after the Music CD button has been pressed.
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The next track button skips to the following track on the
disc.
The previous track button returns to the preceding track on
the disc.
Inserting a disc
Before playing an audio CD, turn the volume down. Playing
the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your
ears. To turn the volume down, use the Volume Control switch
or access the Volume Control program (click Start, All
Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control).
1
If the computer is turned on, press the eject button on the
DVD-ROM or multi-function drive.
The disc tray partially opens.
2
3
Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open.
Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and
free of dust.
Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the disc.
Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc
incorrectly, you could lose data.
4
Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label
facing up.
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Sample inserting a disc
Be careful not to touch the drive’s lens (located underneath the
drive’s spindle) or the area around it. Doing so could cause the
drive to malfunction.
5
Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it
locks into place.
Spindle
Disc
Correct position
Incorrect position
Incorrect position
Sample positioning the disc on the spindle
Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle. If
you position the disc incorrectly, it can jam the disc tray.
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Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the
tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked.
Playing an audio CD
Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray.
The computer automatically detects a disc in the drive and
opens the Audio CD window. To play an audio CD select the
Play Audio CD using Windows Media® Player option and
click OK.
Sample Audio CD window
The Windows Media Player window appears.
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Rewind
Play
Fast forward
Stop
Volume control
Previous track
Next track
Mute
Sample Windows Media® Player screen
The Windows Media Player control panel works much like an
ordinary compact disc player:
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To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/Pause button
on the CD Player control panel.
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To stop the CD, click the Stop button.
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Playing CDs using Auto-Run
If you insert a CD into the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive
and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your
disk, try launching the CD manually. To do this, follow these
steps:
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2
Open the Start menu and select My Computer.
Click the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive icon.
The disk drive will run the CD.
If your disk does not run using this method, try using an
application that is associated with the media on the disk. For
example, if it is a music CD, open Windows® Media Player
and point it to play the CD. For other types of media, use the
associated software to open the files on the disk.
Creating a CD
Your computer may come with a multi-function drive that
allows you to:
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Play pre-recorded DVDs
Play pre-recorded CDs
Read and write data (depending on your system
configuration) and music files to CD-Recordable (CD-R)
and CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) discs; and read DVD-R/-
RW or DVD RAM discs.
Copy protection technology included in certain media may
prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media.
NOTE
For details on how to use the software, please refer to the
respective Online Help menus.
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Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD
CDs and DVDs contain files just like the hard disk. CDs are
often used to install software or store files that require lots of
space, such as photographs and large presentation files. You
can use Explorer or My Computer to view the contents of any
CD or DVD.
Removing a disc with the computer on
Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the
drive-in-use light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disk
or the drive.
1
Locate and press the eject button.
The disc tray partially opens.
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3
Grasp the sides of the disc tray and pull it fully open.
Remove the disc from the disc tray and place it in its
protective cover.
If the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray, wait for the
disc to stop before removing it.
4
Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the
tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked.
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Removing a disc with the computer off
1
Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into
the manual eject button access hole.
Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil
lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.
2
3
Pull the tray fully open, remove the disc and place it in its
protective cover.
Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the
tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked.
Caring for CD or DVD discs
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Store your discs in their original containers to protect
them from scratches and keep them clean.
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Never bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it.
Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the
surface of a compact disc can prevent the drive from
reading the data properly.
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Avoid exposing discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or
cold.
To clean a disc, wipe it from the center outwards (not in a
circle) with a clean, dry cloth. If necessary, moisten the
cloth with water or a neutral cleaner (not benzine or
rubbing alcohol). Let the disc dry completely before
inserting it in the drive.
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Powering down the computer
Pushing the power button before shutting down the Windows®
operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make
sure the system indicator panel’s disk light and the drive-in-
use light are off. If you turn off the power while a disk is being
accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk and/or drive.
When you power down the computer, you have three options
to choose from: Turn Off, Stand By, and Hibernation.
You can set the computer to turn on automatically at a time
you designate. This option is helpful for transferring files by
modem at night. You can set the computer to turn on and send
or receive the files while you are asleep. This option is called
Auto Power On.
TECHNICAL NOTES: Before using any of these options to
power down your computer, save your files and make sure the
disk activity lights are off.
If you change your mind and decide to continue working after
all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again.
Using the Turn off computer or Shut down command
For the Windows® XP Home operating system, follow these
steps to shut down the computer:
1
Click Start, select Turn off computer.
The Turn off computer dialog box appears.
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Sample Turn off computer dialog box
2
Click Turn Off.
The computer shuts down completely.
For the Windows® XP Professional operating system, follow
these steps to shut down the computer:
1
Click the Start button, then Shut down.
The Shut Down Windows dialog box appears.
Select Shut down from the drop-down list.
Click OK.
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3
The computer shuts down completely.
Holding the Shift key while the Turn Off computer Windows
dialog box is open, changes the Stand By button to hibernate.
For more information about setting up hibernation “Using
Hibernation Mode” on page 103 and “Using Hibernation” on
page 104.
NOTE
Shutting down more quickly
You can also turn off the computer by pressing the power
button or closing the display panel.
To use either of these methods, you first need to turn on the
feature in the Toshiba Power Management Utility.
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1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
3
Click the Toshiba Power Management icon.
The Power Options Properties dialog box appears.
Click the Advanced tab, and select the options you want.
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When I close the lid of my portable computer
Set this option to Power Off to have the computer shut
down when you close the display panel.
❖
When I press the power button on my computer
Set this option to Power Off to have the computer shut
down when you press the power button.
Sample Toshiba Power Management Advanced tab
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5
Click Apply.
Click OK, then close the Control Panel.
Starting again after Turn Off
To start the computer up again, press and release the power
button. The on/off light turns on.
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Using Hibernation Mode
The Hibernation command shuts the computer down
completely, but it first saves the current state of the computer
to the hard disk. Since Hibernation mode does not require
power to maintain the saved information, the system settings
are retained indefinitely. Restoring information from the hard
disk takes longer than restoring it from memory. When you
start up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the
operating system, and then returns to the state in which you
left it.
Factors when choosing Hibernation mode:
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While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery
power.
Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk,
no data is lost if the battery discharges.
Restarting from Hibernation mode uses less time and
battery power than restarting from Turn Off.
Restarting from Hibernation mode uses a little more time
information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead
of memory.
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When starting up again, the computer returns to the state
in which you left it, including all open programs and files
you were using.
For more information about the Hibernation command, see
“Using Hibernation” on page 104. For information about
going into Hibernation mode more quickly, see “Going into
Hibernation mode more quickly” on page 105.
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Configuring your computer for Hibernation
1
Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then
Performance and Maintenance.
2
3
4
Click the Toshiba Power Management icon.
Click the Setup Action tab.
Select Hibernation for the options you want.
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When I press the power button
Set this option to Hibernate so that the computer will go
into Hibernation mode when you press the power button.
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When I close the lid
Set this option to Hibernate so that the computer will go
into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel.
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6
Click Apply.
Click OK.
The computer is now set to automatically enter into
Hibernation when your option settings occur.
Once the computer is configured, place the computer into
Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or
closing the display panel, depending on the hibernation
options selected.
Using Hibernation
Follow these steps to power down the computer using
Hibernation:
1
Click Start, select Turn off computer.
The Turn off computer dialog box appears.
Hold down the Shift key.
2
The Stand by option changes to the Hibernation option.
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Sample Turn off computer dialog box
Click Hibernate.
3
The computer saves the mode of the system, including all
open programs and files, to the hard disk, and then powers
down completely.
Going into Hibernation mode more quickly
You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode by
pressing the power button or closing the display panel.
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
3
Click the Toshiba Power Management icon.
Click the Advanced tab, and select the options you want.
❖
When I press the power button
Set this option to Hibernation for the computer to go
into Hibernation mode when you press the power button.
❖
When I close the lid
Set this option to Hibernation for the computer to go
into Hibernation mode when you close the display
panel.
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Sample Toshiba Power Management Advanced tab
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5
Click Apply.
Click OK, then close the Control Panel.
Starting again from Hibernation mode
To start the computer from Hibernation mode, press and
release the power button. The computer returns to the screen
you were using.
If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the
display panel, you can start it again by opening the display
panel.
If your computer is running on batteries, you cannot start it
again by opening the display panel. To turn the system back
on, press the Power button.
NOTE
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Using Standby Mode
Standby mode places the computer into a power-saving
mode. Standby holds the current state of the computer in
memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can
continue working from where you left off.
Factors to consider when choosing Standby:
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While in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery
power. The battery will eventually discharge in Stand by
mode. If the battery discharges, your data will be lost if
you do not save your work before entering Standby
mode.
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Restarting from Standby mode uses less time and battery
power than restarting from Turn Off or Hibernation
mode.
When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode
in which you left it, including all open programs and files
you were using.
If you power down using the Standby and the battery
discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save
your work first.
To power down the computer using the Standby command,
click Start, Turn off computer, and select Stand By.
Sample Turn off computer Windows dialog box
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If you hold down the Shift key, Stand By becomes Hibernate in
the Turn off computer dialog box. To enter hibernation mode,
you must hold down the Shift key while you select Hibernate.
NOTE
The computer saves the status of all open programs and files,
turns off the display, and enters into a low-power mode. The
on/off light blinks amber, indicating the machine is in
Standby mode.
Using Standby
Follow these steps to power down the computer using the
Stand by:
1
Click Start, select Turn off computer.
The Turn off computer box appears.
Click Stand By.
2
Sample Turn off computer dialog box
The computer saves the status of all open programs and files
to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power
mode. The on/off light blinks to indicate the machine is in
Stand by mode.
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If you power down using the Stand by and the battery
discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save
your work first.
Going into Standby mode more quickly
You can also configure the computer to enter into Standby
mode by either pressing the power button or closing the
display panel. You can also specify an amount of time after
which the computer automatically enters into Standby mode.
To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in
Toshiba’s Power Management utility.
1
Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then
Performance and Maintenance.
2
3
4
Click the Toshiba Power Management icon.
Click the Setup Action tab.
Select Stand by for the options you want.
❖
When I press the power button
Set this option to Standby to put the computer into
Standby mode when you press the power button.
❖
When I close the lid
Set this option to Standby to put the computer into
Standby mode when you close the display panel.
5
6
Click Apply.
Click OK.
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Starting again from Standby mode
To restart the computer from Standby mode, press the power
button until the on/off light changes to green. The computer
returns to the screen you were previously using.
If you place the computer in Standby mode by closing the
display panel, you can start it again by opening the display
panel.
Toshiba’s online resources
Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can
connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba
products, give help with technical questions, and keep you up
to date with future upgrades. For more information, see
“Contacting Toshiba” on page 182.
Chapter 3
Mobile Computing
This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while
traveling.
Toshiba’s energy-saver design
Your computer enters a low-power standby mode when it is
not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money
in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance
its energy efficiency.
Many of these energy-saving features have been set by
Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active,
allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy
efficiency, so that you can use it for longer periods while
traveling.
Running the computer on battery power
The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
high-capacity battery that provides power when you are away
from an AC outlet. You can recharge it many times.
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Battery Notice
Battery life may vary depending on applications, power
management settings and features utilized. Recharge time
varies depending on usage. The battery may not charge while
the computer is consuming full power.
After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to
perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced.
This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery
pack, see your accessories information that shipped with your
hardware options for your computer, and for other product
information, regularly check the Toshiba Web site at
To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity,
operate the computer on battery power at least once a month
until the battery is fully discharged. Please see “Maximizing
battery life” on page 126 for procedures. If the computer is
continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC
adapter or a docking station (if applicable to your system), for
an extended period (more than a month) the battery may fail
to retain a charge. This may shorten the life of the battery, and
the battery light may not indicate a low-battery condition.
For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that you
play DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery
power.
NOTE
Power management
Your computer ships with the power management options
preset to a configuration that will provide the most stable
operating environment and optimum system performance for
both AC power and battery modes.
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Changes to these settings may result in system performance
or stability issues. Users who are not completely familiar with
the power management component of the system should use
the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes,
contact Toshiba’s Global Support Centre.
Using additional batteries
If you spend a lot of time traveling and need to work for
many hours without an AC power source, you may want to
carry additional charged batteries with you. You can then
replace a discharged battery and continue working.
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.
NOTE
Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery
power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of
the screen.
Charging the batteries
Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications,
power management settings, and features used.
NOTE
The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to
power the computer.
To charge the battery, plug the computer into a live wall
outlet. It takes several hours to charge the battery with the
computer off. It takes much longer to charge the battery while
the computer is on.
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Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a
week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of
the battery.
Use only battery chargers designed to work with your
notebook computer. You can order a Toshiba battery charger
Charging the main battery
To charge the battery, plug the computer into a live wall
outlet. It takes several hours to charge the battery with the
computer off. It takes much longer to charge the battery while
the computer is on.
TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the
power provided by the AC adapter to run applications,
features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot
occur. Your computer’s Power Management utility can be used
to select a power level setting that reduces the power required
for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge.
The battery may not start charging immediately if:
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The battery is extremely hot or cold.
To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait
until it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees
Fahrenheit, 10 to 26 degrees Celsius).
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The battery is almost completely discharged.
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Leave the power connected, and the battery should begin
charging after a few minutes.
HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, we recommend that
you operate your computer on battery power until the battery
discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and
helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity.
Charging the RTC battery
Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery.
The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS
memory used to store your computer’s configuration settings.
When fully charged it maintains this information for up to a
month when the computer is powered off.
The RTC battery may have become completely discharged
while your computer was shipped, resulting in the following
error message during startup:
BAD RTC BATTERY
BAD CHECKSUM (CMOS)
CHECK SYSTEM
The above error message may vary by computer model.
NOTE
The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned
off even when the AC adapter is charging the computer.
If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar
may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working.
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It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it
charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the
real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time
and date or stop working.
NOTE
When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is
completely discharged, a warning prompts you to reset the
real-time clock.
The computer can be used while the RTC battery is being
charged, although the charging status of the RTC battery
cannot be monitored.
Monitoring battery power
The battery light indicates the battery’s current charge. The
indicator light:
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Green indicates the AC adapter has fully charged the
battery.
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Amber indicates the AC adapter is charging the battery.
Off indicates that the computer is not connected to AC
power.
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Flashing amber indicates that the computer is using
battery power, and the battery’s charge is running low.
HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ) with the
on/off light ( ). When the on/off light flashes amber, it
®
indicates that the system is suspended (using Windows XP
Standby command).
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Determining remaining battery power
Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before
trying to monitor the remaining battery power. The computer
needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capacity and
perform its calculations.
NOTE
1
2
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
Click the Toshiba Power Management icon.
The current power source and battery power remaining
section displays the current charge state of the battery. The
value displays as a percentage of remaining battery charge.
3
Click the Battery Power Meter tab.
Sample Toshiba Power Management Battery Power Meter tab
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TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at
low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if
you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based
on your current rate of power use and other factors such as the
age of the battery.
What to do when the battery runs low
When the battery runs low you can:
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Plug the computer into an external power source and
recharge the battery.
Put the computer in Hibernate mode and replace the
battery with a charged spare.
Save your work and turn off the computer.
If you do not manage to do any of these things before the
battery completely runs out of power, the computer
automatically enters Hibernate mode and turns itself off.
Hibernate mode keeps track of where you were so, when you
turn on the power again, you can continue where you left off.
The computer stores the information on what you were doing
until the battery runs out of power. If you have Hibernate
mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the details of
your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting
down.
Setting battery alarms
Your computer can be configured to warn you when the
battery is running low.
You can set multiple alarms. Each alarm can be set to alert
you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power
has been reached. You can set how the warning occurs: sound
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an alarm, display a message, both, or none. You can also set
the computer to enter Standby mode or Hibernate mode or to
completely power down when the alarm goes off.
To set an alarm:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
3
Click the Toshiba Power Management icon.
Click the Alarm tab and set the alarm, as desired.
Sample Toshiba Power Management Alarm tab
Conserving battery power
How long a fully charged battery lasts when you are using the
computer depends on a number of factors, such as:
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How the computer is configured
How much you use the display panel instead of an
external monitor
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How much you use the hard disk and other drives
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Whether you use any optional devices to which the
battery supplies power, such as a PC Card
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Where you are working—since operating time decreases
at low temperatures
There are various ways in which you can conserve power and
extend the operating time of your battery:
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Enable Standby or Hibernation, which saves power when
you turn off the computer and turn it back on again.
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Use Toshiba’s power-saving options.
These power-saving options control the way in which the
computer is configured. By using them, you can greatly
increase the length of time you can use the computer before
you need to recharge the battery.
Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage
modes.
Power profiles in Windows XP
In Windows® XP, you can choose from predefined power
profile or select your own combination of power management
options. The following steps describe this procedure.
If you try to use the power management feature in Windows, a
message tells you to close the Microsoft power options and
use the Toshiba Power Management instead.
NOTE
1
Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then
Performance and Maintenance.
2
3
Click on the Toshiba Power Management icon.
Select an appropriate profile for your work environment,
or create your own custom profile.
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Using a hot key to set the power profile
You may use a hot key to set the power profile.
To set the power profile:
1
Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the power profile
pop-up window.
Sample Power Profile mode pop-up window
2
While continuing to press Fn, press F2 until you select the
desired power profile.
The power profile options are: Full Power, High Power,
Normal, DVD Playback, Presentation, and Long Life.
3
Release the Fn key.
The pop-up window disappears. You are now in the selected
mode.
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Changing the main battery
When your battery power is running low, you have two
options—connect the computer to an AC power source or
install a charged battery.
When handling a battery, be careful not to drop it or short-
circuit its terminals. Also, do not drop, hit or otherwise impact
the battery. Do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist
or bend the battery pack.
Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in
Standby mode. Data in memory will be lost.
If your battery discharges fully, your information will be lost.
Be sure to save your work often.
Removing the battery from the computer
1
Save your work.
2
Turn off the computer via the Start menu or place it in
Hibernate mode according to the instructions in “Using
Hibernation” on page 104.
3
4
Remove all cables connected to the computer.
Close the display panel and turn the computer upside
down with the front side of the computer facing you.
5
Slide the battery lock toward the back of the system to
unlock the battery pack.
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Sample unlocking the battery
Push and hold the battery release latch.
6
Sample releasing the battery
7
While still holding the release latch in the open position
gently lift the battery pack out of the computer.
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Sample removing the battery
If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective
advice in “Disposing of used batteries safely” on page 127.
Inserting the battery into the computer
Assuming you just removed the battery pack (see “Removing
the battery from the computer” on page 122):
1
Place the battery pack in the battery compartment.
If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the
battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do
not force the battery into position.
2
3
4
5
Ensure the battery release latch clicks into place.
Slide the battery release lock to the locked position.
Turn the computer right side up.
Reconnect the cables and turn on the computer.
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The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install
it with reverse polarity.
Sample inserting battery
When you replace your battery, slide the battery lock towards
you to lock the battery pack.
NOTE
Taking care of your battery
The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your
battery and prolong its life.
Safety precautions
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If the battery pack produces an odor, overheats or
changes color or shape while it is being used or charged,
turn off the computer’s power immediately and
disconnect the power cord from the power socket.
Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer.
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Do not try to disassemble a battery pack.
Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery.
Overcharging will shorten its life, and reverse charging
could damage it.
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Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with
another metal object. Short-circuiting the battery can
cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery
or the computer.
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Do not incinerate a spent battery, as this could cause it to
explode and release toxic materials.
If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately.
Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery.
To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that
Reverse Polarity should be avoided with all batteries. The
main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in
reverse polarity.
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Charge the battery pack only in the computer.
When you install the battery pack, you should hear a
click when it is inserted properly.
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Do not expose the battery pack to fire. The battery pack
could explode.
Maximizing battery life
To maximize the life of your battery pack:
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At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a
power source and operate it on battery power until the
battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the
steps below:
1
2
Turn off the computer’s power.
Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on the computer’s
power. If it does not turn on, go to step 4.
3
Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes.
If the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating
time, continue operating until the battery pack is fully
discharged. If the battery light flashes or there is some
other warning to indicate a low battery, go to step 4.
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4
5
Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power
cord to a power outlet. The DC-IN or AC power-light
should glow green, and the battery should glow amber to
indicate that the battery pack is being charged. If the DC-
IN or AC power-light indicator does not glow, power is
not being supplied. Check the connections for the AC
adapter and power cord.
Charge the battery pack until the battery glows green.
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If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use.
If you will not be using the system for an extended
period, more than one month, remove the battery pack.
❖
Disconnect the AC adapter when the battery is fully
charged. Overcharging makes the battery hot and
shortens life.
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If you are not going to use the computer for more than
eight hours, disconnect the AC adapter.
Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct
sunlight.
Disposing of used batteries safely
The life of a battery pack should last for years. When the
battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes
amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery.
You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged.
The computer’s main battery is a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery,
which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled, or
disposed of. Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only
irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as
required by local ordinances or regulations.
Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba.
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After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability
to hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under
federal, state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of
old batteries by placing them in the trash.
Please be kind to our shared environment. Check with your
recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly. If
you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call
Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777.
Traveling tips
The environmental precautions listed in “Selecting a place to
work” on page 40, also apply while traveling.
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Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place
where it could get wet or covered in dust.
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Always travel with the computer in a carrying case.
Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the
computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for
manuals, power cables, and compact discs. Contact your
authorized Toshiba representative for more information.
TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required
to pass your notebook through airport security equipment. The
X-ray equipment will not harm your computer.
Chapter 4
Exploring Your Options
In this chapter, you will explore other features of your
notebook computer.
In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features
of your Satellite® Series notebook computer.
Exploring the desktop
The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in
the Windows® XP Home or XP Professional operating
system. You use its features to start programs, find
documents, set up system components, and perform most
other computing tasks.
HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear
slightly different from the screens displayed by your system.
The differences are not significant and do not indicate any
change in the functionality of your system.
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Finding your way around the desktop
Your computer’s desktop includes several standard features:
icons, Start button, taskbar, system tray, and background
pattern.
Icons
Taskbar
Start button
System tray
Sample Windows® XP operating system desktop
Icons
An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be
quickly activated by double-clicking the icon.
You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or
program by dragging the element’s icon from its location in a
window to the desktop area.
The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include:
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Recycle Bin — Holds files you have deleted. You may be
able to retrieve these files until you empty the Recycle Bin.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If you delete a file from a diskette, it does
not go into the Recycle Bin. For more information on the
Recycle Bin, see Windows online Help.
Internet Explorer — The Microsoft® browser that provides
access to the Internet.
If you place the cursor over an icon, a popup description of the
file contents appears.
NOTE
Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your
configuration. See Windows® XP online help for more
specific information on each icon and how to use it.
Start button
You use the Start button to:
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Start programs
Access Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system
update information
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Open documents
Adjust system settings
Find files
Access Windows® Help
Run programs
Suspend system activity and shut down the computer
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Taskbar
Each time you open a program, a button associated with that
program appears on the taskbar. With some programs, a
button appears on the taskbar for each document or window
you open. You can use these buttons to quickly switch
between the programs or windows.
To make a program or window the currently active one, click
the associated taskbar button.
You can personalize the taskbar to include not only shortcut
icons but also your favorite Internet URL addresses.
DEFINITION: URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, which
is the address that defines the route to a file on the Web or any
other Internet facility. Generically, it is known as the Web site
address.
System tray
The System tray displays icons of tasks or programs that run
continuously in the background. To learn more about each
task, position the cursor over the icon for a few moments and
a short description of the task appears.
Typical tasks in the System tray are Current time, Power
usage mode, Mouse properties, and speaker volume.
To activate a specific task, double-click the appropriate
System tray icon.
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Setting up for communications
Your computer comes with a built-in modem that can be
connected to a standard voice-grade telephone line.
The modem allows you to:
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Access the Internet.
Communicate with your office’s local area network
(LAN), or a larger corporate wide area network (WAN).
For specific information about connecting to a LAN or WAN,
consult your network administrator.
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Send a fax directly from your computer.
To connect to the Internet, use an online service, or
communicate across telephone lines with another computer,
you need:
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A modem (one comes with your computer)
A telephone line
A browser or communications program
An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if
you plan to use the Internet
To stay current on the most recent software and hardware
options for your computer, and for other product information,
be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at
NOTE
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Determining the COM port
Your modem is connected to one of the computer’s COM
(communications) ports. The default setting for the modem is
COM3.
The following procedure is intended to support you if you
need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the
default settings.
If you are having trouble connecting through the modem, you
may need to determine the current COM port name and
possibly change it.
To find out which port your modem is connected to in the
operating system:
1
Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other
Hardware.
2
3
4
Click Phone and Modem options.
The Phone and Modem options window appears.
Click the Modems tab.
A location box appears.
5
6
7
In the Attached To field, the COM port is specified.
Make a note of the COM port number.
To verify that the modem is set up properly, double-click
the COM port to which your modem is connected.
The Modem AMR Properties box appears.
8
9
In the device status area, the computer should indicate
whether the modem is working properly.
If the modem is not working properly, click
Troubleshooting and follow the instructions.
10 Click OK to close the properties box, then the Phone and
Modem options box.
11 Close the Control Panel.
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Connecting the modem to a telephone line
Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to
connect it to a telephone line. Your computer’s built-in
modem port provides an RJ-11 jack, allowing you to connect
the modem to a standard voice-grade telephone line.
1
Plug one end of a telephone cable (purchased separately)
into the modem port on the back of the computer.
Sample connecting the telephone cable to the modem port
Connect the other end to the RJ-11 wall jack.
2
Sample connecting to a wall jack
The modem is designed for use with a standard analog
telephone line. Do not connect the modem to a digital
telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem.
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Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect
to an online service or the Internet.
Connecting your computer to a network
You can connect your computer to a network to increase its
capabilities and functionality using one of its communication
ports.
Accessing a network
To access a network:
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At the office, connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 jack
on your computer. For specific information about
connecting to the network, consult your network
administrator.
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While you are at home or traveling, you may need a dial-
up connection. Ask your network administrator for the
telephone number of the network.
Setting up the connection
To set up an office connection, consult your network
administrator for network settings and additional
considerations.
To use a dial-up connection, have your network administrator
configure your computer for the network and supply you with
the telephone number for the dial-up connection. To set up
the network connection, use the Dial-Up Networking Wizard:
1
2
3
Click Start and point to All Programs.
Point to Accessories, then to Communications.
Click Network Setup Wizard or Network
Connections.
4
Enter the phone number of your network connection and
let the program dial the number.
The computer connects with the network.
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Using the Ethernet LAN Port
When your computer starts, Windows attempts to contact a
minutes as it waits for a reply. To avoid this delay, you can
reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port.
TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also use ConfigFree to
reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port. For procedures,
see “Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer” on
page 195.
To disable the LAN port:
1
Click Start, click Control Panel, then Performance and
Maintenance.
2
Click the System icon, then click the Hardware tab, and
then click the Device Manager button.
3
4
5
6
Select the appropriate network adapter.
Click Actions.
Select the Properties icon.
Select the Do not use this device (disable) option from
the Device usage drop-down.
7
Click OK.
Your LAN port is now disabled.
To enable the Ethernet LAN port, repeat steps one through
four. Select the Use this device (enable) check box, and click
OK.
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Using Wireless LAN Connectivity
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.
NOTE
Your system may come with an optional wireless LAN
module. This is a technology that expands wireless
communication beyond networking equipment, and can
connect many different kinds of electronic devices without
the need for cables.
For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer
to your wireless networking device documentation or your
network administrator.
To use your wireless communication, flip the wireless
antenna on/off switch to the On position.
Using the Wi-Fi® Wireless LAN Mini PCI module
Your computer may have an integrated Wi-Fi Wireless LAN
Mini PCI module. It is recommended that you do not remove
the module from your computer. For assistance, contact a
Toshiba Wireless Authorized Service Partner.
For systems equipped with Wi-Fi, flip the wireless on/off
switch to the On position.
To enable a wireless device, use the Fn + F8 hot key (refer to
“Enabling a wireless device” on page 192 for more
information).
NOTE
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An overview of using the Internet
The following sections give a quick introduction to the
Internet and some of its exciting features, under these
headings:
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The Internet
The World Wide Web
Internet Service Providers
Connecting to the Internet
Surfing the Internet
Internet features
Uploading and downloading files from the Internet
The Internet
The Internet is an association of thousands of networks and
millions of computers around the world connected by
communications lines. They all work together to share
information.
The World Wide Web
The World Wide Web (or “Web”) is a subset of the Internet—
a collection of interlinked documents (located on computers
connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific
Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP).
The World Wide Web offers information as text, images,
audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world.
Special programs called Web browsers are specifically
designed to work with HTTP. They make it easier to connect
to a particular network address and send and receive
information.
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Internet Service Providers
To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people
and businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP). An ISP
is a company that has the equipment and the
telecommunication lines necessary to maintain an Internet
connection.
You can connect to the Internet by using a telephone and
modem or through other higher-speed communication
methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and
satellite links.
Connecting to the Internet
To connect to the Internet, you need:
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A modem and telephone line, or a LAN connection
A Web browser
An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account
The Microsoft® Web browser Internet Explorer is
automatically configured on your system so that when you
first start it, it guides you through signing up for a new ISP
account, or assists you in setting up your computer to work
with your existing ISP.
Once you have established an ISP account, you can connect
to the Internet.
1
2
Connect your computer’s modem to a telephone line.
Start your Web browser. Have your modem dial the ISP’s
telephone number, and establish a connection with the
ISP’s computer.
If you are using your computer at the office, then you
probably connect to the Internet through your company’s
network. See your network administrator about connecting to
the Internet.
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Surfing the Internet
Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a
home page, for example, your ISP’s home page on the
Internet or your company’s Web site home page.
To visit a desired Web site, type the Web address. The Web
address, or Uniform Resource Locator (URL), is a unique
identifier for that computer system linked to the Internet. Web
addresses can also appear within a Web page’s text, and are
known as links. Clicking a link automatically transfers your
Web browser to that site.
You can also use a Search Engine, a Web site specifically
designed to help you look for information.
Internet features
The Internet offers many types of communication tools to
help you perform many tasks.
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Internet email
To send and receive your own email, you need a mailbox on
the Web or an email address.
If you have an account with an ISP, you can probably set up
an email address at the same time you sign up for the service.
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Internet chat rooms
A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people
with similar interests and ideas communicate in real-time,
one-on-one or in groups, by typing messages which are
instantly viewed by others on their computer screens.
Internet news groups
A news group is similar to a chat room, but instead of using a
dedicated site to converse about a specialized subject with
others in real-time, it uses a Web site as a clearinghouse where
all the messages are placed, like a gigantic bulletin board.
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Online shopping
Many Web sites offer products and services for sale.
Uploading and downloading files from the Internet
Transferring files from one computer to another is termed
uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on
the Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site on the
Web to your computer).
There are several ways to upload or download data. It can be
as simple as attaching a file or document to an email, or you
can use the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) features of your Web
browser to transfer large amounts of data.
Exploring video features
Your computer’s video features provide the viewing of
presentations or DVD movies on the computer screen.
TECHNICAL NOTE: Video CD playback capability is not
enabled on all systems.
HINT: There are no menus for Video CD 1.0 titles.
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Changing the display properties setting
1
Right-click anywhere on your desktop and select Properties.
The Display Properties dialog box appears.
Sample Display Properties dialog box
2
3
Click the Settings tab.
Slide the Screen area slider bar toward Less until the
setting reads 800 x 600, then click Apply.
The screen blinks momentarily while the settings are adjusted.
The Monitor Settings window appears and asks if you want to
keep the settings.
4
5
Click Yes.
To change the settings back, repeat steps 2 through 4.
Display settings hot key
Using the Fn + F5 keys, you can set your system’s display to
view DVD movies or presentations on an external device. For
more information, see “Display modes” on page 191.
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Exploring audio features
You can use your computer to record sounds using an
external microphone. You can play .wav sound files or audio
CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones or external
speakers.
Recording sounds
You can make audio recordings and save them as .wav files
by connecting an external microphone or other sound source
to the microphone jack and using the Sound Recorder feature
in the operating system.
DEFINITION: A .wav (pronounced “wave”) file is a format for
storing sound in files.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If you record MP3 files, you will only be
able to play them on a device capable of playing MP3 files.
Using a microphone
1
Connect an external microphone to the computer.
2
Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories,
Entertainment, then click Sound Recorder.
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Positioning
bar
Record
Stop
Play
Skip forward
Skip backward
Sample Sound Recorder screen
3
Click the Record button and speak normally into the
microphone.
You can only record 60 seconds at a time.
NOTE
4
5
6
When you have finished recording, click the Stop button.
To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button.
To save the file, select Save from the File menu.
Adjusting recording settings
The better the quality of the recording, the more disk space
the sound file requires. Experiment to find a balance that fits
your needs.
1
Open Sound Recorder, if necessary (click Start, point to All
Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, then click Sound
Recorder).
2
3
In the Sound Recorder window, click Edit, then click
Audio Properties.
In the Audio Properties dialog box, adjust the Recording
Volume and Preferred device.
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4
Click OK.
Your new settings take effect the next time you record.
Using external speakers or headphones
Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system
with internal speakers. Instead of using the internal speakers,
you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo
speakers.
Before playing an audio CD, turn the volume down. Playing
the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your
ears. To turn the volume down, use the Volume Control switch
or access the Volume Control program (click Start, All
Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control).
TECHNICAL NOTE: Use amplified speakers that require an
external power source. Other types of speakers will be
inadequate to produce sound from the computer.
To play back sound files through external speakers or
headphones:
1
2
Locate the headphone jack on the right side of the computer.
Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the
headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack.
The headphone jack requires a 16-ohm stereo mini-jack.
Using the i.LINK® port
®
The i.LINK port on the right side of the computer provides
an extremely fast data transfer rate.
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Using PC Cards
Using PC Cards
PC Cards expand your computer’s capabilities and
usefulness. You can purchase additional PC Cards from your
dealer. Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA (Personal
Computer Memory Card International Association) standard.
Your computer has one PC Card slot and supports Type II PC
Cards.
Check the documentation that came with the PC Card to see
if it conforms to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard, or later. Other
cards may work with your computer, but are likely to be
much more difficult to set up and use.
PC Card supporting software
PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software — a set
of programs that acts as a translator between the PC Card and
the computer, and that makes hot swapping (switching cards
while the computer is on) possible.
The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services
for your PC Card. Even if your PC Card comes with its own
version of Card and Socket Services, you should use the files
included in the operating system.
Inserting a PC Card
Use caution when lifting or turning your computer. Failure to
do so may result in damage to components, such as cables,
attached to your computer, or to the computer itself.
NOTE
Before you insert a PC Card, refer to the documentation that
comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before
you insert it.
To insert a PC Card:
1
Turn off the computer.
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You may also hot swap a PC Card. Stop the PC Card by
clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System
tray. After the Safe to Remove Hardware message appears, it
is safe to remove the PC Card.
2
Align the card connectors with an available PC Card slot
and carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into
place.
Sample inserting a PC Card
To avoid damaging the PC Card or the computer, do not force
the card into the PC Card slot.
Removing a PC Card
1
Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware
icon on the System tray.
After the Safe to Remove Hardware message appears, it is
safe to remove the PC Card.
2
3
To remove the PC Card, press the eject button once.
Remove the PC Card and store it properly.
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Using PC Cards
Sample removing a PC Card
Hot swapping
One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can
replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on.
This is called “hot swapping.”
Hot swapping precautions
Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, to avoid data
loss never remove a card while it is in use. For example:
❖
accessing it.
❖
Never remove a network card while you are connected to
a network.
Before removing a PC Card, stop it by clicking the Safely
Card” on page 148.
Never swap modules when the computer is in Hibernation or
Standby mode. This is known as “warm swapping” and is not
supported with this computer For more information on
Hibernation and Standby modes, see “Using Hibernation
Mode” on page 103 and “Using Standby Mode” on page 107
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Using the Bridge Media slot
Your computer is equipped with a Bridge Media Slot, which
supports the use of Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO
media, Secure DigitalTM (SDTM) Cards, SmartMedia™, or
xD-Picture Cards. This media can be used with a variety of
digital products: digital music players, cellular phones,
PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc.
Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media. To
copy data from one media to another, use the drag-and-drop
feature of Windows.
NOTE
Inserting Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media
1
Turn the Memory Stick so that the notched corner faces the
back of the computer and the arrow is face up.
2
Push the media into the slot until it locks in place.
Sample inserting Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media
Do not remove Memory Stick media while data is being written
or read. Even when the message “copying...” in the windows
disappears, writing to the media might still be in progress and
your data could be destroyed. Wait for the indicator light to go
out.
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Removing Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media
1
Right-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the
System tray. After the media is stopped, it is safe to remove.
2
Grasp the card and pull it straight out.
Inserting an SD™ Card
1
Turn the card so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down.
2
Push the card into the slot until it locks in place.
Sample inserting an SD Card
™
Do not touch the SD connector (metal area). You could
expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy
data.
™
Do not remove an SD Card while data is being written or read.
Even when the message “copying...” in the windows
disappears, writing to the card might still be in progress and
your data could be destroyed. Wait for the indicator light to go
out.
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Removing an SD™Card
1
2
Right-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the
System tray. After the card is stopped, it is safe to remove.
Grasp the card and pull it straight out.
Inserting an xD-Picture Card™
1
Turn the card so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down.
2
Push the card into the slot until it locks in place.
Sample inserting an xD-Picture Card
™
Do not touch the xD-Picture Card connector (metal area). You
could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can
destroy data.
™
Do not remove an xD-Picture Card while data is being written
or read. Even when the message “copying...” in the windows
disappears, writing to the card might still be in progress and
your data could be destroyed. Wait for the indicator light to go
out.
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Removing an xD-Picture Card™
1
Right-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the
System tray. After the card is stopped, it is safe to remove.
2
Grasp the card and pull it straight out.
Inserting a SmartMedia Card™
1
Turn the card so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down.
2
Push the card into the slot until it locks in place.
Sample inserting an Smart Media Card
™
Do not touch the Smart Media Card connector (metal area).
You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which
can destroy data.
™
Do not remove a Smart Media Card while data is being
written or read. Even when the message “copying...” in the
windows disappears, writing to the card might still be in
progress and your data could be destroyed. Wait for the
indicator light to go out.
Chapter 5
If Something Goes
Wrong
Some problems you may encounter when using your
notebook computer are relatively easy to identify and solve.
Others may require help from your dealer or the manufacturer
of a software program.
This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by
yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to
encounter.
If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on
Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter.
Problems that are easy to fix
Your program stops responding.
If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all
operations, chances are the program has stopped responding.
You can exit the failed program without shutting down the
operating system or closing other programs.
To close a program that has stopped responding in the
Windows® XP operating system:
1
Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously.
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2
3
The Windows Task Manager appears.
Click the Applications tab.
If a program has stopped responding, the words “not
responding” appear beside its name in the list.
Sample Windows Task Manager Applications tab
4
Select the program you want to close, then click End
Task.
Closing the failed program should allow you to continue
working. If it does not, continue with step 3.
5
6
Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting
the program name, then End Task.
Select the Shut Down menu, then click Turn Off.
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Sample Windows Task Manager Shutdown menu, Turn Off
option
The computer shuts down.
Your program performs an illegal operation.
If you receive the message, “Your program has performed an illegal
operation,” you should record the details of the message and
consult the software manufacturer.
To record the details:
1
Click the Details button and select the text the operating
system displays.
The Details button displays information that the software
manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem.
2
3
4
5
Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the
clipboard.
Open Notepad (click Start, point to All Programs, then
point to Accessories and click Notepad).
Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into
Notepad.
Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing
what you were doing when you received the message.
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6
Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software
manufacturer.
Problems when you turn on the computer
These problems may occur when you turn on the power.
The computer will not start.
Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cord/cable
properly or installed a charged battery.
Press and hold down the power button for a few seconds.
If you are using the AC adapter, check that the wall outlet is
working by plugging in another device, such as a lamp.
The computer starts but, when you press a key, nothing
happens.
You are probably in Standby mode and have a software or
returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system.
To clear the condition, press the power button until it turns off
the computer.
Clearing the condition may get the computer running, but it
will not solve a resource conflict. Read the documentation
that came with the conflicting device and “Resolving a
hardware conflict” on page 161.
message.
The computer was placed in Standby mode and the battery
has discharged. Data stored in the computer’s memory has
been lost. Press Enter to continue booting.
To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live
wall outlet for several hours. For more information, see
“Power and the batteries” on page 166.
The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message.
Press any key. If this does not resolve then problem, press Ctrl,
Alt, and Del to restart the computer.
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The Windows® operating system is not
working
Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way
the operating system responds to your work routine, you can
easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly.
For example:
❖
The operating system fails to start after the Starting
Windows XP message appears.
❖
❖
The operating system takes a long time to start.
The operating system responds differently from the
normal routine.
❖
The screen does not look right.
Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur
when you change the system in some way such as installing a
new program or adding a device.
If you experience any of these problems, use the options in
the Startup menu to fix the problem.
Using Startup options to fix problems
If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to
change your system’s configuration or verify the startup
procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in
the Startup menu.
To open the Startup menu:
1
2
Restart your computer.
Press F8 when your computer starts.
The Windows® Advanced Options menu displays these
options:
❖
❖
Safe Mode
Safe Mode (with Networking)
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❖
❖
❖
❖
Safe Mode (with Command Prompt)
Enable Boot Logging
Enable VGA Mode
Last known good configuration (your most recent
settings that worked)
❖
Directory services restore mode (Windows® domain
controllers only)
❖
❖
Debugging Mode
Disable Automatic Restart on System Failure
Start Windows® normally
Reboot
❖
❖
❖
Return to OS Choices Menu
For detailed information, refer to your operating system’s
documentation.
TECHNICAL NOTE: If your computer is connected to a
network, the Startup menu may display different versions of
Safe mode.
Internet problems
My Internet connection is very slow.
Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf
the Internet. They include: modem speed, time of day (when
everyone else is surfing, your access can be slow) and
popularity of the site. If accessing a particular site is very
slow, try later.
My browser cannot find the URL address I typed in.
Make sure you separated the domain names of the address
with the forward slash (/). Check the spelling of each name
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and the syntax of the address carefully. A single incorrect
letter or missed character, comma instead of period (“dot”) or
other mistake makes it impossible for your browser to locate
the site.
My browser cannot find a site I bookmarked.
The World Wide Web is constantly changing. A site you
bookmarked yesterday may not be available today or its
server may be down for temporary repair. Try again later.
The Windows® XP operating system can help you
If the operating system has started properly, but you still have
a problem using your computer, the online Help can assist
you in troubleshooting the problem.
To access Windows® XP Help and Support:
1
2
Click Start, then click Help and Support.
The Help and Support window appears.
Then do one or both of the following:
❖
In the search field, type in the topic of the problem with
which you need help and follow the on-screen
instructions.
❖
Click a problem you would like help with from the
listings and follow the on-screen instructions.
Resolving a hardware conflict
If you receive an error message telling you there is a device
driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using
Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem
first.
For help on hardware conflicts:
1
2
Click Start, then click Help and Support.
Click the Hardware link in the window.
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A list of category links appear.
3
Click the Fixing a hardware problem or other
appropriate link.
4
Choose from specific topics and follow the steps.
If there is still a problem, the operating system should display
a message that explains what the conflict is.
A plan of action
The smooth operation of the system depends on the
interaction of all devices, programs, and features. If the
system or one of its attached devices is not working,
resolving the problem can be time-consuming and frustrating.
The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to
work together is to add and set up one device at a time. After
you add each device, test it to make sure it and all previously
connected devices work.
The device most recently connected to the system is the one
most likely to be causing a hardware conflict.
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own
Computer components need resources to accomplish a task.
A device, such as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to
the computer’s Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a
direct channel to the computer’s memory to store information
as it works. These channels of communication are commonly
referred to as system resources.
Interrupt Request Channel
The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request (IRQ)
because it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests
some of the processor’s time.
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Direct Memory Access
Similarly, the data required by the device is stored in a
specific place or address in memory called the Direct
Memory Access (DMA). The DMA provides a dedicated
channel for adapter cards to bypass the microprocessor and
access memory directly. If two or more devices use the same
DMA, the data required by one device overwrites the data
required by the other. That may cause a hardware conflict.
Plug and Play
With Plug and Play and the Windows® XP operating system,
avoiding hardware conflicts is easy. Plug and Play is a
computer standard that helps the system BIOS (basic input/
output system) and the operating system to automatically
assign resources to Plug and Play-compliant devices. In
theory, if every device connected to the computer is Plug and
Play-compliant, no two devices will compete for the same
system resources. Simply plug in the device and turn on your
system to accommodate the new device.
If you install an older (legacy) device that the operating
system cannot recognize, the operating system may have
difficulty assigning resources to it. As a result, a hardware
conflict can occur. To see what resources the operating
system has assigned to the device, see “Checking device
properties” on page 165.
Resolving conflicts
There are three things you can do to resolve hardware
conflicts:
❖
Disable the device.
For an older device, remove it from the computer.
❖
Disable another system component and use its resources
for the new device.
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❖
Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not
conflict. Refer to the device’s documentation for
instructions about changing settings on the device.
Fixing a problem with Device Manager
Device Manager provides a way to check and change the
configuration of a device.
Changing the default settings using Device Manager can
cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable.
Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users
who understand configuration parameters and the
ramifications of changing them.
Disabling or enabling a device
1
Click Start, click the My Computer icon with the secondary
button, then click Properties.
The System Properties dialog box appears.
Click the Hardware tab.
2
3
4
5
Click the Device Manager button.
Select the specific device from the device category.
To enable a device, look for an icon of a monitor with a
strike mark through a circle on the front located on the far
right of the toolbar. When you mouse over the small icon,
the status of Disabled displays.
To disable a device, look for an icon of a monitor with a blue
check mark on it located on the far right of the toolbar. When
you mouse over the small icon, the status of Enabled displays.
6
7
Click the icon.
You are given the option of disabling or enabling the device.
Click yes or no, whichever is appropriate.
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Checking device properties
Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a
device. Properties include the name of the manufacturer, the
type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources
assigned to the device.
To check a device’s properties:
1
2
Click Start.
Click My Computer with the secondary button, then
click Properties.
The System Properties dialog box appears.
Click the Hardware tab.
3
4
5
Click the Device Manager button.
To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device
type.
6
To view the properties, double-click the device.
The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog
box, which provides an array of tabs. They include:
❖
❖
❖
The General tab, which provides basic information about
the device.
The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to the
monitor, DVD-ROM, and other power-using functions.
The Drivers tab, which displays the drivers being used by
the device.
A Troubleshooting button is also present.
Click troubleshooting.
7
A Help and Support window for that device appears.
For more information about Device Manager, refer to
Windows® XP online help.
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Memory problems
Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause
errors that seem to be device-related. It is worthwhile
checking for these first:
1
2
3
Turn off the computer via the Start menu.
Remove the memory module.
Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions
in “Using the computer for the first time” on page 54, and
making sure it is seated properly.
4
5
Check for the error again.
If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely
and check for the error again.
If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the
memory module may be faulty. If the error recurs without
the memory module installed, the error is not caused by
the memory module.
TECHICAL NOTE: You must have a least one memory module
installed for the computer to work.
Toshiba recommends using only memory modules approved
by Toshiba.
NOTE
Power and the batteries
Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and
power cord/cable or from the system batteries (main battery
and optional secondary battery). Power problems are
interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cord/
cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the
batteries.
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Here are some typical problems and how to solve them:
The AC power light does not come on when you plug in
the AC adapter and power cord/cable.
Make sure the AC adapter and power cord/cable are firmly
plugged into both the wall outlet and the computer.
If the AC power light still does not come on, check that the
wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other
appliance.
The AC adapter and power cord/cable work correctly,
but the battery will not charge.
The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming
full power. Try turning off the computer.
The main battery may not be inserted correctly in the
computer. Turn off the computer, remove and replace the
battery.
The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly. If
you think this is the probable cause, let the battery reach
room temperature and try again.
If the battery has completely discharged, it will not begin
charging immediately. Leave the AC adapter and power cord/
cable connected, wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is
charging.
If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes, let the
computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20
minutes before you turn on the computer.
If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes, the battery
may have reached the end of its useful life. Try replacing it.
The battery appears not to power the computer for as
long as it usually does.
If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, it may
not charge fully. Let the battery discharge completely, then
try charging it again.
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Check the power options using the Toshiba Power
Card or memory module, that takes its power from the
battery? Is your software using the hard disk more? Is the
display power set to turn off automatically? Was the battery
fully charged to begin with? All these conditions affect how
long the charge lasts.
For more information on maximizing battery power, see
“Charging the batteries” on page 113.
Keyboard problems
If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens,
the problem may be related to the keyboard itself.
The keyboard produces unexpected characters.
A keypad overlay may be on. If the numeric keypad or cursor
control light is on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off
the cursor control light or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to
turn off the numeric keypad light.
If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off,
make sure the software you are using is not remapping the
keyboard. Refer to the software’s documentation and check
that the program does not assign different meanings to any of
the keys.
You have connected an external keyboard and the
operating system displays one or more keyboard error
messages.
If you have a second keyboard, try it. If it works, the first
keyboard may be defective or incompatible with your
computer.
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Display problems
Here are some typical display problems and their solutions:
The display is blank.
Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to
activate the screen.
You may have activated the instant password feature by
pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you have registered a
password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter.
If no password is registered, press Enter. The screen reactivates
and allows you to continue working.
If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display
priority is not set for an external monitor. To do this, press Fn
and F5 simultaneously (once). If this does not correct the
problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the
display priority to its previous setting.
If you are using an external monitor:
❖
❖
Check that the monitor is turned on.
Check that the monitor’s power cable is firmly plugged
into a working power outlet.
❖
❖
❖
Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to
the computer is firmly attached.
Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the
external monitor.
Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display
priority is not set for the built-in screen.
The screen does not look right.
You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area
of the desktop with the secondary control button, then
clicking Properties. This opens the Display Properties dialog
box. The Appearance tab of this dialog box allows you to
choose the colors for the screen. The Settings tab allows you
to choose the screen resolution.
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The built-in screen flickers.
Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen
produces colors. To reduce the amount of flickering, try using
fewer colors.
To change the number of colors displayed:
1
2
3
Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button.
Click Properties, and then the Settings tab.
Choose a lower quality color option and click OK.
For more information, see Windows® Help.
A message tells you that there is a problem with your
display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or
the current settings do not work with your hardware.
Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by
the computer’s internal display.
To change the display properties:
1
Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button.
The Display Properties window appears.
Click Properties, then click the Settings tab.
Adjust the screen resolution and/or color quality.
Click OK.
2
3
4
The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external
display device does not work.
Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at
resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not
support this resolution will only work in Internal/External
mode.
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Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you
turn on your computer.
Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film
transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision
technology. The small bright dots that appear on your display
are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing
technology.
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.
NOTE
Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery
power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of
the screen.
Disk drive problems
Problems with the hard disk usually show up as an inability to
access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes a disk problem
may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in
them. Typical disk problems are:
You are having trouble accessing a disk, or one or more
files appear to be missing.
Make sure you are identifying the drive by its correct name
(for example, C:).
Error-checking
Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories, files and
NT file system (NTFS) on the disk and repairs any damage it
finds:
To run Error-checking:
1
2
Click Start, then click My Computer.
Right-click the drive you want to check.
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The drive’s properties box appears.
Click on Properties.
3
4
5
Click the Tools tab.
Click the Check now button.
The Check Disk box appears (for example, Check Disk C).
You can choose one or both options:
6
❖
❖
❖
Automatically fix file system errors
Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors
Click Start.
Error-checking runs the test.
Your hard disk seems very slow.
If you have been using your computer for some time, your
files may have become fragmented. Run Disk Defragmenter.
To do this, click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories,
System Tools, and click Disk Defragmenter.
Your data files are damaged or corrupted.
Refer to your software documentation for file recovery
procedures. Many software packages automatically create
backup files.
You may also be able to recover lost data using utility
software, which is available from your dealer.
Some programs run correctly but others do not.
This is probably a configuration problem. If a program does
not run properly, refer to its documentation and check that the
hardware configuration meets its needs.
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DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems
You cannot access a disc in the drive.
Make sure the drive tray has closed properly. Press gently
until it clicks into place.
Open the drive tray and remove the disc. Make sure the drive
tray is clean. Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the
laser beam.
Examine the disc to see whether it is dirty. If necessary, wipe
it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner.
Replace the disc in the tray. Make sure it is lying flat, label
side uppermost. Press the disc down until it locks on the
spindle. Close the drive tray carefully, making sure it has shut
completely.
You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does
not slide out.
Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and
turned on. The modular bay drive eject mechanism requires
power to operate.
To remove a disc without turning on the computer, use a
narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the
manual eject button. This button is in the small hole next to
the disc eject button on the right side of the computer.
Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil
lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.
Pull the tray fully open, remove the disc and place it in its
Some discs run correctly, but others do not.
If the problem is with an application CD-ROM, refer to the
software’s documentation and check that the hardware
configuration meets the program’s needs.
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The color of the materials used to make the disc can affect its
reliability. Silver-colored CD-ROMs are the most reliable,
followed by gold-colored CD-ROM. Green-colored CD-
ROMs are the least reliable.
Sound system problems
You do not hear any sound from the computer.
Adjust the volume control.
If you are using external headphones or speakers, check that
they are securely connected to your computer.
The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise.
This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. It
occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is
fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. Adjust
the volume control.
Changing the settings for the Record Monitor feature in the
Recording Control Utility (default Off), or the Mute feature
in the Mixer Utility (default Enabled), may cause feedback.
Revert to the default settings.
PC Card problems
PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of
devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory,
or a pager.
Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup
of new cards. If you are having trouble getting one or more of
these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter
may apply. Verify with the PC Card documentation that it is
compatible with Windows® XP.
Resource conflicts can cause problems when using PC Cards.
See “Resolving a hardware conflict” on page 161.
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Card Information Structure
When you insert a PC Card into a slot, the computer attempts
to determine the type of card and the resources it requires by
reading its Card Information Structure (CIS). Sometimes the
CIS contains enough information for you to use the card
immediately.
Other cards must be set up before you can use them. Use the
Windows® XP PC Card (PCMCIA) Wizard to set up the card.
Refer to your Microsoft® documentation for more
information, or refer to the documentation that came with the
PC Card.
Some card manufacturers use special software called
enablers to support their cards. Enablers result in
nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when
installing the PC Card.
If your system does not have built-in drivers for your PC Card
and the card did not come with an operating system driver, it
may not work under the operating system. Contact the
manufacturer of the PC Card for information about using the
card under the operating system.
PC Card checklist
❖
Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot.
See “Inserting a PC Card” on page 147 for how to insert
PC Cards.
❖
❖
Make sure all cables are securely connected.
Make sure the computer is loading only one version of
Card and Socket Services.
❖
Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality
control. If another PCMCIA-equipped computer is
available, try the card in that machine. If the card
malfunctions again, it may be defective.
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Resolving PC Card problems
Here are some common problems and their solutions:
The slots appear to be dead. PC Cards that used to work
no longer work.
Check the PC Card status:
1
2
Click Start.
Click My Computer icon with the secondary button,
then click Properties.
The System Properties dialog box appears.
Click the Hardware tab.
3
4
5
Click the Device Manager button.
Double-click the category listed as PCMCIA adapter.
The operating system displays your PC Card’s Properties
dialog box, which contains information about your PC Card
configuration and status.
The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a
PC Card.
The problem may be caused by an I/O (input/output) conflict
between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the
system. Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its
own I/O base address. See “Fixing a problem with Device
Manager” on page 164 for more information.
Since all PC Cards share the same socket, each card is not
required to have its own address.
Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting
another without turning the computer off) fails.
Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card:
1
Click the PC Card icon in the system tray.
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2
3
Click Stop xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your PC
Card.
The operating system displays a message that you may safely
remove the card.
Remove the card from the slot.
Never swap modules when the computer is in Hibernation or
Standby mode. This is known as “warm swapping” and is not
supported with this computer For more information on
Hibernation and Standby modes, see “Using Hibernation
Mode” on page 103 and “Using Standby Mode” on page 107
The system does not recognize your PC Card or
PCMCIA socket controller.
1
Make sure the computer is not in Standby mode. For more
information, see “Using Standby Mode” on page 107.
2
3
4
Turn off the computer.
Connect the AC adapter and power cord/cable.
Keep the computer plugged in for about three hours with
the power turned off.
The problem may also be caused by a conflict with any
additional memory in your system.
Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can
correct many problems. For more information, see “Inserting
a PC Card” on page 147.
A PC Card error occurs.
Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected.
If the card is attached to an external device, check that the
connection is secure.
Refer to the card’s documentation, which should contain a
troubleshooting section.
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Printer problems
This section lists some of the most common printer problems:
The printer will not print.
Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet,
turned on and ready (on line).
Check that the printer has plenty of paper. Some printers will
not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of
paper left in the tray.
Make sure the USB printer cable is firmly attached to the
computer and the printer.
Run the printer’s self-test to check for any problem with the
printer itself.
Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers, as shown
in “Setting up your printer” on page 65.
You may have connected the printer while the computer is on.
Disable Standby mode, turn off the computer, and turn off the
printer. Turn the printer back on, make sure it is on line, then
turn the computer back on.
Try printing another file. For example, you could create and
attempt to print a short test file using Notepad. If a Notepad
file prints correctly, the problem may be in your original file.
If you cannot resolve the problem, contact the printer’s
manufacturer.
The printer will not print what you see on the screen.
Many programs display information on the screen differently
from the way they print it. See if your program has a print
preview mode. This mode lets you see your work exactly as it
will print. Contact the software manufacturer for more
information.
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Modem problems
This section lists common modem problems:
The modem will not receive or transmit properly.
Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is
firmly connected to the computer’s modem port and the
telephone line jack.
Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and
software are referring to the same COM port. See
“Determining the COM port” on page 134.
Check the communications parameters (baud rate, parity, data
length and stop bits) specified in the communications
program. It should be set up to transmit at 300, 1200, 2400,
4800, 9600, 14400, 28800, 33600 bps (bits per second) or
higher. Refer to the program’s documentation and the modem
manual for information on how to change these settings.
The modem is on, set up properly and still will not
transmit or receive data.
Make sure the line has a dial tone. Connect a telephone
handset to the line to check this.
The other system may be busy or off line. Try making a test
transmission to someone else.
Develop good computing habits
Make sure you are prepared.
Save your work frequently.
You can never predict when your computer will lock, forcing
you to close a program and lose unsaved changes. Many
software programs build in an automatic backup, but you
should not rely solely on this feature. Save your work! See
“Computing tips” on page 77 for instructions.
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On a regular basis, back up the information stored on
your hard disk.
Here are some ways you can do this:
❖
❖
Copy files to a CD or other media, following the steps in
“Saving your work” on page 86.
Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized
software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape.
Some people use a combination of these methods, backing up
all files to tape weekly and copying critical files to media,
such as a CD, on a daily basis.
If you have installed your own programs, you should back up
these programs as well as your data files. If something goes
wrong that requires you to reformat your hard disk and start
again, reloading all your programs and data files from a
backup source will save time.
Read the user’s guides.
It is very difficult to provide a fail-safe set of steps you can
follow every time you experience a problem with the
computer. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you
learn about how the computer and its software work together.
Get familiar with all the user’s guides provided with your
computer, as well as the manuals that come with the
programs and devices you purchase.
Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of self-
help books you can use to supplement the information in the
manuals.
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If you need further assistance
If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and
are still having problems, you may need additional technical
assistance. This section contains the steps to take to ask for
help.
Before you call
Since some problems may be related to the operating system
or the program you are using, it is important to investigate
other sources of assistance first.
Try the following before contacting Toshiba:
❖
Review the troubleshooting information in your
Windows® XP documentation.
❖
If the problem occurs while you are running a program,
consult the program’s documentation for troubleshooting
suggestions. Contact the software company’s technical
support group for their assistance.
❖
Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your
computer and/or program. Your dealer is your best source
for current information.
Detailed system specifications are available at
www.ts.toshiba.com by selecting your particular product and
model number, clicking GO, and then clicking the Detailed
Specs link from the menu on the left, or just refer to the
computer documentation shipped with your product.
For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United
States, call: (800) 457-7777.
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Contacting Toshiba
If you still need help and suspect that the problem is
hardware-related, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help
you. You can access Toshiba on the Internet using any
Internet browser by typing support.toshiba.com
Toshiba voice contact
Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have:
❖
❖
Your computer’s serial number.
The computer and any optional devices related to the
problem.
❖
❖
❖
❖
Backup copies of your Windows operating system and all
other preloaded software on your choice of media.
Name and version of the program involved in the
problem along with its installation media.
Information about what you were doing when the
problem occurred.
Exact error messages and when they occurred.
For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support
Centre:
Within the United States at (800) 457-7777
Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273
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Other Toshiba Internet Web sites
Worldwide Toshiba corporate
site
Marketing and product
information in the USA
Canada
Europe
Japan
Mexico and all of Latin
America
Toshiba’s worldwide offices
Australia
Canada
Toshiba (Australia) Pty. Limited
84-92 Talavera Road
North Ryde NSW 2113
Sydney
Toshiba Canada Ltd.
191 McNabb Street
Markham, Ontario
L3R - 8H2
Australia
Canada
France
Germany
Toshiba Systèmes (France) S.A.
7, Rue Ampère; B. P. 131
92800 Puteaux Cédex
France
Toshiba Europe GmbH
Leibnizstraße 2
D-93055 Regensburg
Germany
Italy
Japan
Centro Direzionale Colleoni
Palazzo Perseo
Via Paracelso 10
20041, Agrate Brianza
Milano, Italy
Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO
1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome
Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8001
Japan
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Latin America and Caribbean
Mexico
Toshiba America Information
Systems
9740 Irvine Blvd.
Irvine, California 92618
USA
Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V.
Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso
Col. Lomas de Chapultepec.
CP 11000 Mexico, DF.
800-457-7777 (within the US)
949-859-4273 (outside of the US -
this call may incur long-distance
charges)
Spain
United Kingdom
Toshiba Information Systems
(España) S.A.
Toshiba Information Systems
(U.K) Ltd.
Parque Empresarial San Fernando
Edificio Europa, 1a Planta
Escalera A
Toshiba Court
Weybridge Business Park
Addlestone Road
28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de
Henares
Weybridge, Surrey KT15 2UL
United Kingdom
Spain
United States
Toshiba America Information
Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Boulevard
Irvine, California 92618
United States
The Rest of Europe
Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH
Hammfelddamm 8
D-4-1460 Neuss
Germany
For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide
Appendix A
Hot Keys
Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the
Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a
legend on or above the key indicating the option or feature the
key controls.
Volume Mute
Fn +
This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your
computer.
When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come
from the speakers or headphones.
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Hot Keys
Instant password security
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Instant password security
F1
Fn +
This hot key blanks the display.
Without a password
The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and
activates instant security. Using the pointing device or any
key will make the display’s content reappear, if no password
is set for the current user.
With a password
The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and
activates instant security.
If you set a blank screen saver, pressing the Fn + F1 key
combination to activate instant security will cause the screen
to go blank. Using the pointing device or any key will make
the display’s content reappear. The Windows® operating
system log-on screen will appear, prompting you for a
password. After typing in the password for the current user,
press Enter.
To activate the password feature:
1
2
3
Click Start, Control Panel.
Click Appearances and Themes.
Click one of the following:
❖
❖
Choose a screen saver in the “Pick a task” section.
Display in the “or pick a Control Panel icon” section.
The Display Properties window appears.
4
If you clicked Choose a screen saver, the Screen Saver
tab has already been selected. If it isn’t selected, click the
Screen Saver tab.
5
6
Click the On resume, password protected check box.
Click OK.
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Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged
When the battery is not fully charged (even if the computer is
operating on AC power) your display may reappear
automatically after a short time. To protect your desktop, you
must set up a screen saver with a password before activating
the password feature.
To set up a password with a screen saver, go to Windows XP
Help for instructions:
1
2
3
4
Click Start, Help and Support.
In the Search field, type password screen saver.
Press Enter.
Click the Protect your files with a screen saver
password link located under the suggested topics.
Follow the steps listed in the Windows help to set up your
password-protected screen saver.
To ensure the password protection is activated after pressing
Fn + F1 (to activate instant security), wait ten seconds before
walking away from the computer.
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Power usage mode
Fn +
This hot key displays the power usage pop-up window
and cycles through the battery save modes.
The power usage modes in the operating system under
battery power are:
Long Life, Normal, and High Power; DVD Playback,
Presentation and Super Long Life
Sample power usage modes
The power usage mode in the Windows®operating
system under AC power is Full Power only.
The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba
Power Management utility.
Hot Keys
Stand by mode
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Stand by mode
Fn +
This hot key puts the computer into Stand by mode.
❖
A message box is displayed by default
to confirm that the computer is going
into Stand by mode. This message box
can be set so it doesn’t display.
Sample Stand by confirmation box
❖
For more information about Stand by
mode, please see “Using Standby
Mode” on page 107.
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Hibernation mode
Fn +
This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode.
❖
If Hibernation mode is enabled (the
default) a message box is displayed by
default to confirm the computer is
going into Hibernation mode. The
message box can be set so it doesn’t
display.
Sample Hibernation confirmation box
❖
If Hibernation mode is disabled, this
hot key will not respond. For more
information on Hibernation mode, see
“Using Hibernation” on page 104.
Hot Keys
Display modes
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Display modes
Fn +
This hot key cycles through the power-on display options.
The display modes are:
❖
❖
Built-in display panel only
Built-in display panel and external
monitor simultaneously
❖
❖
External monitor only
Built-in display panel and external
video device simultaneously
❖
External video device only
Sample display options window
In order to use a simultaneous mode, you must set the
resolution of the internal display panel to match the
resolution of the external display device.
Hot Keys
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Enabling a wireless device
Fn +
This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless
devices in your computer.
The wireless mode is:
Wi-Fi enabled—This enables the Wi-Fi antenna
Sample enabling a wireless device
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
Fn +
This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad.
To use the TouchPad, see “Disabling or enabling the
TouchPad” on page 57.
Sample disable and enable TouchPad
windows
Hot Keys
Keyboard hot keys
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Keyboard hot keys
F10
Fn +
and off.
This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on
This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and
This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and
F11
Fn +
off.
F12
Fn +
off.
For more information, see “Overlay keys” on page 81.
Appendix B
Power Cord/Cable
Connectors
Your notebook computer features a universal power supply
you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of
the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts
of the world.
USA and Canada
United Kingdom
UL approved
CSA approved
BS approved
Australia
Europe
VDA approved
NEMKO approved
AS approved
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Appendix C
Using ConfigFree™ with
your Toshiba Computer
ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control
communication devices and network connections.
ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems
and create profiles for easy switching between locations and
communication networks.
The ConfigFree utilities include the following:
❖
Connectivity Doctor—The Connectivity Doctor utility is
used to analyze network connections and fix networking
information, see “Connectivity Doctor” on page 197.
❖
Search for Wireless Devices—The Search for Wireless
devices used in the neighborhood, and displays
information about them on a virtual map. For more
information, see “Search for Wireless Devices” on
page 200.
❖
Profile Settings—The Profiles utility lets you switch
between network configurations. For more information,
see “Profile Settings” on page 202.
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Getting Started
This section contains information about the ConfigFree main
screen, and how to start and setup ConfigFree.
For more detailed information on setting up and using
ConfigFree, see the Help File included in the application.
Starting ConfigFree
To start ConfigFree, be sure the computer has a wired or
wireless connection. Then perform any of the following
steps:
❖
(Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start
button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA,
Networking, ConfigFree.
❖
❖
Double-click the ConfigFree icon
on the taskbar.
Press the Toshiba Console button (if applicable to your
system) to open the Toshiba Console, and then click the
ConfigFree icon.
❖
Click the ConfigFree icon
click the desired utility.
on the taskbar, and then
If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree
icon on the taskbar is displayed with an “X.”
NOTE
When you start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree
Launcher displays on your computer desktop. You can then
click the appropriate icon on the Launcher to start the desired
ConfigFree utilities.
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ConfigFree Utilities
Wireless LAN
Bluetooth
Connectivity Doctor
Profiles
Sample ConfigFree Launcher
ConfigFree Utilities
Connectivity Doctor
The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network
connections and fix network-connection problems. Using
Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network
information by simply moving the mouse pointer.
The Connectivity Doctor works with the following network
devices:
❖
❖
❖
Wired and wireless network devices
Routers, hubs, and bridges
Access points
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Sample Connectivity Doctor screen
Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network
device icon displays information about the device, such as its
IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address. A wireless
network device also shows information such as the network
SSID and the device’s Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) key
settings.
Sample viewing device information
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ConfigFree Utilities
If a problem, or potential problem, is detected, a triangle
containing an exclamation point appears in the Connectivity
Doctor screen and an orange frame describes the relevant
location. You can then view a possible cause and solution for
the problem by clicking the exclamation point.
For example, if the connection to a wireless network cannot
be established because the wireless communication switch is
turned off, an exclamation point appears next to the wireless
communication switch. Clicking the exclamation point
displays a description of the problem and a solution.
The following checkboxes and buttons are provided on the
Connectivity Doctor screen:
Stay on the task When checked, the ConfigFree icon resides in
tray
the system tray.
Options
Log
Displays ConfigFree setting screen.
Lets you create a diagnostic log, view a history of
log files, or delete the history. Log files are saved
as CFhtmlxxxxx.htm, where xxxxx is the creation
date and time. They reside in the folder:
C;\Documents and Settings\username\Local
Settings\Temp
About
Help
Displays the version of Connectivity Doctor.
Displays online help.
Close
Closes the Connectivity Doctor screen.
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Search for Wireless Devices
The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless
LAN devices and Bluetooth devices currently used in the
neighborhood, and displays information about them on a
virtual map.
To search for wireless devices:
1
2
Click the
icon in the system tray.
Click Search for Wireless Devices.
A virtual map appears with a graphical representation of the
wireless devices that have been detected.
Search for Wireless Devices can also be started from the
ConfigFree Launcher.
NOTE
For Wi-Fi networks, the intensity of a signal is displayed in
five levels or “bands.” The signal from the connected access
point is displayed in the bands surrounding the PC icon at the
center of the map. Placing the pointer over the displayed
“point of light” shows detailed information about the wireless
device.
The wireless device shown near the center of the map is not
necessarily near your notebook computer. If a wireless device
located a distance away also has a strong signal, it appears
near the center of the map as well.
NOTE
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ConfigFree Utilities
Sample viewing Wi-Fi devices
The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices
that are detected. As with the Wi-Fi screen, moving the
mouse pointer over a device icon displays information about
the device.
Sample viewing Bluetooth devices
You can connect to devices shown on the Bluetooth map:
1
Click the icon of a Bluetooth device.
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2
Click your own computer at the center of the map.
3
Configured devices are automatically connected. Devices
not yet configured launch the Add New Connection
Wizard, where you can configure and connect to the
device.
Profile Settings
The Profile Settings utility lets you save network settings in
“profiles.” ConfigFree profiles are useful for easily switching
network settings and devices.You can switch network settings
simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings.
If you visit a client company occasionally, for example, you
can set up a profile to match that environment and connect to
the network. Similarly, users who access networks in the
office and at home can set up profiles to handle these
networking environments.
A profile contains the currently configured network settings
on the computer, as well as information about any network
devices. The following settings can be saved (or “captured”)
in a profile:
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Internet settings — includes LAN settings (proxy server
settings) and the address of a home page that opens
automatically when Internet Explorer starts.
Devices — lets you enable or disable settings of wired
and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set
the power status of Bluetooth antennas.
TCP/IP settings — includes DHCP, IP address, subnet
mask, default gateway, DNS server, and WINS server
settings.
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Personal firewall settings for Internet connections.
Dial-up connection settings for the default connection.
File and printer sharing settings.
Printer settings for the default printer.
To create a profile:
1
2
3
4
Click the
icon in the system tray.
Move the pointer to Profile.
Click Add. The Add Profile screen appears.
Select Capture and click OK. The Add Profile screen
appears.
5
6
7
8
Enter the name of the profile you want to create.
Enter any optional comments, if desired.
Click Change Icon and select an icon for this profile.
Under Captured Items, select the items you want to
capture for this profile.
9
If connecting with a wireless network, select the desired
Auto Switch Settings. (These options are unavailable if
wireless devices have been disabled.)
10 Under Execute this program after switching, click the
Browse button and select the program, file, or Web site
URL that is to start after switching to this profile.
For example to have Internet Explorer start in Windows XP
after switching profiles, type:
C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\IEXPLORE.EXE
11 Click OK.
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Sample Add Profile screen
The online help provides real-world examples of setting up
profiles for different networking environments.
NOTE
After you set up one or more profiles, you can check their
settings and fine-tune them as necessary. Profiles can also be
imported and exported. This feature is useful when
transferring profile settings to other computers. For more
information about modifying, importing, and exporting
profiles, refer to the online help.
Quick Connect
The Quick Connect feature switches the Wireless LAN
connection to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector. Once
the projector utility is installed, launching the Quick Connect
utility automatically opens the Wireless Data Projector
Application. There you can configure how you would like to
use the projector.
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To connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector:
1
2
Click the
icon in the system tray.
Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector
(DPJ), then click Connect.
Launching Quick Connect prevents you from using the
network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the
wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad hoc. If you are
connected to an access point, the connection is broken and re-
established later.
To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and
change them if necessary:
1
2
Click the
icon in the system tray.
Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector
(DPJ), then click Settings. The Quick Connect
properties dialog box appears.
3
4
Complete the settings. Refer to the online help if
necessary.
Click OK.
The default connection setting is for Ad hoc mode, therefore, if
the setting on the Toshiba Wireless Projector is in
Infrastructure mode, it will not connect, however; you can
change the settings to Infrastructure mode to match the
settings on the projector.
NOTE
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Sample Projector icon when connected with Quick Connect
If the wireless mode for the wireless setting is set for 5 GHz
(802.11a), Quick Connect changes this mode to 2.4 GHz
(802.11b) and then connects to the projector.
The wireless LAN configuration returns to the settings that
were last used before the Quick Connect function was started:
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If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed.
If you select Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ) from the
ConfigFree tray menu (this disconnects the wireless LAN
connection).
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If you select a profile from the ConfigFree tray menu or
when you disable a wireless device.
If you close ConfigFree.
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Using the Automatic Switch
The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to
automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered on.
This feature is particularly useful if you want your computer
to automatically switch from the network configuration you
use in your office to the one you use at home.
The Auto Switch feature contains options for automatically
switching between wired and wireless devices. With these
options, the computer automatically switches to a wireless
LAN network when the cable of the wired LAN network is
removed from the computer. When the cable is reconnected,
the connection to the wired LAN is re-established.
To use the Automatic Switch feature:
1
2
3
4
Right-click the
icon in the system tray.
Click Auto Switch. The Auto Switch dialog box appears.
Check Enable Wireless when cable disconnect occurs.
Click OK.
If your computer is connected to multiple wireless LAN
devices, the Auto Switch (SSID) feature is disabled. To enable
this feature, only one wireless LAN device can be used.
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Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
The Semi-Automatic feature alerts you when the computer
connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile,
When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a
notification window appears. You can then click this window
to connect using the settings specified in the profile.
To use the Semi-Automatic Switch feature:
1
2
3
4
Right-click the
icon in the system tray.
Click Auto Switch. The Auto Switch dialog box appears.
Select the Auto Switch (SSID) tab.
Select the profile to be automatically selected when the
SSID is detected, then click Add. The profile is moved to
the List of target SSIDs and profiles.
5
6
7
8
Repeat the previous step for each additional profile you
want to select.
Select Automatically switch profiles when connected
to this SSID.
Check Automatically switch profile when connected to
this SSID.
Click OK.
The computer is now configured to use the Semi-Automatic
Switch feature. When the computer connects to an SSID in a
profile, a display notification window appears. You can then
click Switch on the window to switch profiles. You can also
set the option for having the switch be automatic without the
need for a notification.
Several profiles can be defined for a single SSID. In this case,
several notification windows are displayed. By clicking these
windows, you can switch to the profile for that location.
NOTE
Glossary
TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary
may not be available on your computer.
Acronyms
The following acronyms may appear in this user’s guide.
AC
alternating current
basic input/output system
bits per second
BIOS
bps
CD
compact disc
CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory
CD-RW
CMOS
COM1
COM2
CPU
compact disc rewrite memory
complementary metal-oxide semiconductor
communications port 1 (serial port)
communications port 2 (serial port)
central processing unit
DC
direct current
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DMA
direct memory access
dual inline memory module
disk operating system
dots per inch
DIMM
DOS
DPI
DSTN
DVD
dual supertwist nematic
digital versatile (or video) disc
DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory
ECP
EPROM
FAT
enhanced capabilities port
erasable programmable read-only memory
file allocation table
FCC
FIR
Federal Communications Commission
fast infrared
GB
gigabyte
HDD
HTML
IEEE
I/O
hard disk drive
Hypertext Markup Language
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
input/output
IRQ
ISP
interrupt request
Internet service provider
kilobyte
KB
LAN
LCD
LPT1
LSI
local area network
liquid crystal display
line printer port 1 (parallel port)
large-scale integration
megabyte
MB
MIDI
NTFS
PC
Musical Instrument Digital Interface
NT file system
personal computer
PCI
Peripheral Component Interconnect
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PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International
Association
RAM
RFI
random access memory
radio frequency interference
read-only memory
ROM
RTC
real-time clock
SCSI
SDRAM
SRAM
SVGA
TFT
small computer system interface
synchronous dynamic random access memory
static random access memory
super video graphics adapter
thin film transistor
USB
universal serial bus
URL
uniform resource locator
wide area network
WAN
www
World Wide Web
Terms
The following terms may appear in this user’s guide.
active-matrix display — A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an
array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also
known as a “TFT display,” in its simplest form there is one thin film
transistor (TFT) for each cell. This type of display works well with
notebook computers because of its shallow depth and high-quality
color. Active-matrix displays are viewable from wider angles than
most passive-matrix displays.
A
adapter — A device that provides a compatible connection between two
units. For example, the computer’s internal display adapter receives
information from the software and translates it into images on the
screen. An adapter can take a number of forms, from a
microprocessor to a simple connector. An intelligent adapter (one
that is capable of doing some processing) may also be called a
controller.
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alternating current (AC) — The type of power usually supplied to
residential and commercial wall outlets. AC reverses its direction at
regular intervals. Compare direct current (DC).
application — A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a
specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets,
and database management systems. See also program.
backup — A copy of a file, usually on a removable disk, kept in case the
B
original file is lost or damaged.
basic input/output system (BIOS) — See BIOS.
baud rate — The speed at which a communication device, such as a
printer or modem, transmits information. Baud rate is the number of
signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as bits per
second). See also bits per second.
BIOS (basic input/output system) — Basic instructions, stored in read-
only memory (ROM), containing the information the computer
needs in order to check hardware and load the operating system
when you start up the computer.
bit: — Short for “binary digit.” A bit is the smallest unit of information
used by a computer. A group of eight bits is a byte. See also byte.
bits per second (bps) — A way of measuring the speed at which
information is passed between two devices. The basic measure used
in modem communications, bps is similar, but not identical, to the
baud rate. See also baud rate.
boot — To start the computer. The term “boot” originates from bootstrap
program (as in “pulling itself up by its bootstraps”), a program that
loads and initializes the operating system. See also reboot.
boot disk — See system disk.
boot priority (startup sequence) — The order in which the computer
accesses its disk drives to locate the startup files. Under the default
startup sequence, the computer looks for the startup files in the
diskette drive before checking the hard disk.
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bus — An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit
(CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter,
disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows
from one device to another. See also bus speed, frontside bus.
bus speed — The speed at which the central processing unit (CPU)
communicates with the other parts of the computer.
byte — A sequence of eight bits. A byte is the smallest addressable unit
of data. See also bit, gigabyte, kilobyte, megabyte.
cache — A section of very fast memory in which frequently used
information is duplicated for quick access. Accessing data from
cache is faster than accessing it from the computer’s main memory.
See also CPU cache, L1 cache, L2 cache.
C
CD — An individual compact disc. See also CD-ROM.
CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) — A form of high-
capacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for
reading data. See also CD. Compare DVD-ROM.
central processing unit (CPU) — The chip that functions as the “brain”
of the computer. It takes information from outside sources, such as
memory or keyboard input, processes the information, and sends the
results to another device that uses the information.
character — Any letter, number, or symbol you can use on the
computer. Some characters are non-printing characters, such as a
paragraph break in a word-processing program. A character
occupies one byte of computer storage.
chip — A small piece of silicon containing computer logic and circuits
for processing, memory, input/output, and/or control functions.
Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards.
click — To press and release the TouchPad control button or mouse
button without moving the cursor or mouse. In the Windows®
operating system, this refers to the left mouse button or primary
TouchPad control button, unless otherwise stated. See also double-
click.
color palette — A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that
can be displayed on the screen at a particular time.
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compatibility — The extent to which computers, programs, or devices
can work together harmoniously, using the same commands,
formats, or language as another.
configuration — (1) The collection of components that make up a single
computer system. (2) How parts of the system are set up (that is,
configured).
controller — A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer
to a peripheral device and vice versa. For example, disk drives,
monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers.
CPU — See central processing unit (CPU).
CPU cache — A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU
and the computer’s main memory that temporarily stores data and
instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs.
See also cache, L1 cache, L2 cache.
cursor — A symbol that indicates the current position on the screen. The
shape of the cursor varies, depending on the program you’re using
and what you’re doing.
default — The setting selected by a program when the user does not
D
specify an alternative setting.
device — A component attached to the computer. Devices may be
external (outside the computer’s case) or internal (inside the
computer’s case). Printers, disk drives, and modems are examples of
devices.
device driver — A program (called a “driver”) that permits a computer
to communicate with a device.
dialog box — An on-screen window displayed by the operating system
or a program giving a direction or requesting input from the user.
direct current (DC) — The type of power usually supplied by batteries.
DC flows in one direction. Compare alternating current (AC).
direct memory access (DMA) — A dedicated channel, bypassing the
CPU, that enables direct data transfer between memory and a
device.
directory — See folder.
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disable — To turn a computer option off. See also enable.
disc — A round, flat piece of metal, designed to be read from and written
to by optical (laser) technology, and used in the production of optical
discs, such as CDs and DVDs. Compare disk.
disk — A round, flat piece of material that can be magnetically
influenced to hold information in digital form, and used in the
production of magnetic disks, such as diskettes and hard disks.
Compare disc. See also diskette, hard disk.
disk drive — The device that reads and writes information and programs
on a diskette or hard disk. It rotates the disk at high speed past one or
more read/write heads.
diskette — A thin, flexible disk in a protective jacket that stores
magnetically encoded data. Diskettes can be removed from the
computer and come in two sizes: 5.25-inch and 3.5-inch. Your
computer uses 3.5-inch diskettes. See also double-density diskette,
high-density diskette.
document — Any file created with an application and, if saved to disk,
given a name by which it can be retrieved. See also file.
double-click — To press the TouchPad control button or mouse button
rapidly twice without moving the cursor or mouse. In the Windows®
operating system, this refers to the primary TouchPad control button
or left mouse button, unless otherwise stated.
download — (1) In communications, to receive a file from another
computer through a modem or network. (2) To send font data from
the computer to a printer. See also upload.
drag — To hold down the TouchPad control button or mouse button
while moving the cursor to drag a selected object. In the Windows®
operating system, this refers to the primary TouchPad control button
or left mouse button, unless otherwise stated.
driver — See device driver.
DVD — An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVD-
ROM.
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DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) — A
very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading
data. Each DVD-ROM can hold as much data as several CD-ROMs.
Compare CD-ROM.
emulation — A technique in which a device or program imitates another
E
F
device or program.
enable — To turn on a computer option. See also disable.
executable file — A computer program that is ready to run. Application
programs and batch files are examples of executable files. Names of
executable files usually end with a .bat or .exe extension.
extension — See file extension.
external device — See device.
file — A collection of related information, saved on disk with a unique
name. A file may be a program, information used by a program, or a
document. See also document.
file allocation table (FAT) — The section of a disk that keeps track of
the location of files stored on the disk.
file name — A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a
particular folder. It consists of two parts: the actual name and the file
name extension. See also file extension.
file extension — The three characters following the period (pronounced
“dot”) at the end of a file name. The extension indicates the type of
file. Examples are .exe for program files and .hlp for help files. See
also file name.
folder — Also called directory. A container for organizing files saved to
a disk. A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical image (icon)
of a file folder. A folder can contain files and other folders.
format — (verb) To prepare a blank disk for use with the computer’s
operating system. Formatting creates a structure on the disk so the
operating system can write information to the disk or read
information from it.
frontside bus — The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the
computer’s main memory. Also called “system bus.” See also bus.
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function keys — The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on
the keyboard. Their function is determined by the operating system
and/or individual programs.
gigabyte (GB) — A unit of data equal to 1,073,741,824 bytes (1024 x
G
H
1024 x 1024 bytes). See also byte.
ground — A conductor to which all components of an electric circuit are
connected. It has a potential of zero (0) volts, is connected to the
earth, and is the point of reference for voltages in the circuit.
hard disk — A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that
can be magnetically coded with data. Hard disks hold much more
information than diskettes and are used for long-term storage of
programs and data. The primary (or only) hard disk in a computer is
usually fixed, but some computers have secondary hard disks that
are removable. By default, the hard disk is referred to as drive C.
hardware — The physical components of a computer system. Compare
software.
Hibernate — A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves
to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open
files and programs, when you turn the computer off. When you turn
on the computer again, your work is returned to the same state it was
when the computer was turned off. See also Standby, Suspend.
high-density diskette — A 3.5-inch diskette that holds 1.44 MB of data.
See also diskette.
hot key — (1) A feature in which certain keys in combination with the Fn
key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the
battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a
memory resident program.
hot swapping — The ability to add or remove devices from a computer
while the computer is running and have the operating system
automatically recognize the change.
icon — A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function,
I
file, or program.
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interlaced — A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which only
every other line of pixels is refreshed. Interlaced monitors take two
passes to create a complete screen image. Compare non-interlaced.
internal device — See device.
Internet — The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that
provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services.
See also World Wide Web.
keyboard shortcut — A key or combination of keys that you use to
perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the
TouchPad.
K
L
kilobyte (KB) — A unit of data equal to 1024 bytes. See also byte.
L1 (level one) cache — Memory cache built into the processor to help
improve processing speed. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache.
L2 (level two) cache — Memory cache installed on the motherboard to
help improve processing speed. It is slower than L1 cache and faster
than main memory. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache.
LAN (local area network) — A group of computers or other devices
dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a
communications link that enables any device to interact with any
other on the network.
liquid crystal display (LCD) — A type of display that uses a liquid
substance between two transparent electrode panels. When an
electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in the
liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing
through it. A filter over the electrodes permits only non-polarized
light to pass to the surface of the display, creating light and dark
pixels.
load — To move information from a storage device (such as a hard disk)
into memory for processing.
local area network — See LAN.
logical drive — A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating
system as a separate disk drive. A system’s logical drives may differ
from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may
be partitioned into two or more logical drives.
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megabyte (MB) — A unit of data equal to 1,048,576 bytes (1024 x 1024
M
bytes). See also bytes.
memory — Typically refers to the computer’s main memory, where
programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed.
Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily, such as RAM, or
it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently, such as ROM. A
computer’s main memory is RAM. See RAM, ROM.
microprocessor — See central processing unit (CPU).
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) — A standard for
connecting musical instruments, synthesizers, and computers. The
MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a form
computers can use, and vice versa.
modem — Short for “modulator/demodulator.” A device that converts
information from digital to analog and back to digital, enabling
information to pass back and forth between digital computers and
analog telephone lines.
motherboard — The main circuit board in the computer. It contains the
processor, memory, and other primary components.
MS-DOS prompt — See system prompt.
multi-function drive — A DVD drive that can read and write to CD and
DVD media.
multimedia — A combination of two or more media, such as sound,
animation, and video in a computer program or presentation.
Musical Instrument Digital Interface — See MIDI.
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.
N
non-interlaced — A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which
each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans
across and down the screen. Compare interlaced.
non-system disk — A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be
used to start the computer. Compare system disk.
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NT file system (NTFS) — An advanced file system designed for use
specifically with the Windows NT operating system.
online — Available through the computer. Online may refer to
information being read from your own computer’s hard disk, such
as online documentation or online help, or to information coming
from another company on a company network or the Internet.
O
operating system — A set of programs that controls how the computer
works. Examples of operating systems are Windows® 98 Second
Edition and Windows® 2000 operating systems.
palette — See color palette.
P
parallel — Processes that occur simultaneously. In communications, it
means the transmission of more than one bit of information at a
time. On your computer, the parallel port provides a parallel
communications interface between the computer and an appropriate
device. Most modern printers are parallel. Compare serial.
password — A unique string of characters entered by a user to verify his
or her identity to the computer or the network.
PC Card — A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to increase the
capabilities of notebook computers. PC Cards provide functions
such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter,
sound card, or SCSI adapter.
peripheral — Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that is attached
to the computer and controlled by the computer’s CPU.
pixel — Short for “picture element.” The smallest dot that can be
produced on a screen or printer.
Plug and Play — Generally, refers to the computer’s ability to
automatically configure itself to work with peripheral devices.
When capitalized, refers to a standard that, when followed by a
device manufacturer, allows a PC to configure itself automatically to
work with the device.
pointing device — Any device, such as the TouchPad or a mouse, that
enables you to move the cursor on the screen.
port — A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for
connection to a network or a peripheral device.
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processor — See central processing unit (CPU).
program — A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer.
The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating
system, application, and utility. See also operating system,
application, utility.
properties — The attributes of an object or device. For example, the
properties of a file include the file’s type, size, and creation date.
RAM (random access memory) — Volatile memory that can be
written to as well as read. By volatile, we mean that information in
RAM is lost when you turn off your computer. This type of memory is
used for your computer’s main memory. See also memory. Compare
ROM.
R
random access memory — See RAM.
read-only memory — See ROM.
reboot — See boot, restart.
removable disk — A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A
diskette is one example of a removable disk.
resolution — A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be
produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer,
resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi). For a screen, it is
expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and
vertically.
restart — Synonymous with reboot. To reset the computer by reloading
the operating system without turning the computer off. See also
boot.
RJ-11 — A modular connector used on most U.S. telephone systems
and direct-connect modems. The RJ-11 connector is a 6-wire
connector.
RJ-45 — A connector used to attach computers to LANS (local area
networks) and to link ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network)
devices to NT-1 (Network Terminator devices). Also called.
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ROM (read-only memory) — Non-volatile memory that can be read
but not written to. By non-volatile, we mean that information in
ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. This
type of memory is used to store your computer’s BIOS, which is
essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See
also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM.
select — To highlight or otherwise specify text, data, or graphics with the
S
intent to perform some operation on it.
serial — Processes that occur one at a time. In communications, it means
the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single
channel. On your computer, the serial port provides a serial interface
between the computer and an appropriate device. Compare parallel.
shortcut — See keyboard shortcut.
software — See program. Compare hardware.
Standby — A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows
you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications
and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer
on again.
Suspend — A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows
you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications
and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer
on again.
system disk — A diskette that contains the operating system files needed
to start the computer. Any diskette can be formatted as a system
disk. A system disk is also called a “bootable disk” or a “startup
disk.” Compare non-system disk.
system prompt — The symbol (in the MS-DOS® operating system,
generally a drive letter followed by a “greater than” sign) indicating
where users are to enter commands.
TFT display — See active-matrix display.
T
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universal serial bus (USB) 2.0— A serial bus that supports a data
transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 million bits per second). USB
can connect up to 127 peripheral devices through a single all-
purpose USB port. USB allows hot swapping of peripherals. See
also bus, hot swapping, serial.
U
upload — To send a file to another computer through a modem or
network. See also download.
USB — See universal serial bus (USB).
utility — A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused
operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to
computer system management.
Web — See World Wide Web.
VW
Wi-Fi — A trademarked term used by the Wireless Capability Ethernet
Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for
the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using
wireless communication components.
World Wide Web (www) — The worldwide network of Web sites
linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from
site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting the site.
See also Internet.
Index
AC power light 52
audio features 144
Auto-Run 97
buttons
CD Player 96
A
DVD-ROM or multi-function
drive eject 91
avoiding injury 41
C
B
battery
caring for 125
changing 122
charge not lasting 167
charging 73, 113, 114
conserving power 119
disposal 127
installing 122
light 52
not charging 167
power usage hot key 121
power usage mode 188
removing 122
playing using Auto-Run 97
CD and DVDs
caring for 99
CDs
problem solving 173
channels
DMA 163
IRQ 162
charging
main battery 113, 114
checking device properties 165
cleaning
Bridge Media slot 150
button
start 131
224
225
CD or DVDs 99
computer 74
click 57
comfort
chair 43
conserving battery power 119
Contents
CDs 98
DVDs 98
lighting 43
work habits 44
commands
powering down 100
communications
critical applications 3
network connection 136
system resources 162
desktop
compact discs
Device Manager 164
inserting 93
problem solving 173
removing 98
computer
cleaning 74
lock 75
moving 75
non-system disk or disk error
message 158
keyboard 63
placement 42
Disk Defragmenter 172
disk drive
precautions 45
protection 40
running on battery power 111
setting up 47, 59
turning off 101, 105, 108
turning on 55
a disk 171
running slow 172
diskette drive
warning
message 158
work area 40
resume
failure
computing tips 77
connecting
connecting 69
external, connecting 69
diskettes
external speakers 146
mouse 63
copying files to 89
display
power cord/cable 52
USB mouse 63
connection
doesn’t look normal/flickers
169
226
external monitor not working
non-system disk or disk error
170
latch 54
problem with display settings/
screen is blank 169
settings
not
display device
working with hardware
external 70
display output settings 71
display panel
closing 74
opening 54
Display settings
expansion memory slot 60
hot key 143
display, external
adjusting 72
mouse 63
disposal information 27
disposing of used batteries 127
DMA (Direct Memory Access) 163
double-click 57
external diskette drive
DVD-ROM or multi-function drive
eject button 91
not working 170
external speakers 146
inserting discs 93
F
DVD-ROM or multifunction drive
can’t access disc 173
control buttons 92
inserting a disc 93
removing 98
formity Information” 3
file names 87
removing a disc 98
E
files
energy saving features 111
environmental considerations 41,
42
backing up 78, 89
printing 88
ergonomics
restoring 89
lighting 43
posture 42
saving 77, 86
function keys 80
seating guidelines 43
work habits 44
error messages
H
hard disk drive
light 55
device driver conflict 161
general hardware problem 161
hardware conflicts 161
227
resolving 163
Help 161
Hibernate
restarting 106
overview 139
using 104
Hibernation mode 73, 100
configuring 104
uploading and downloading
files 142
hot key
URL address not found 161
ISPs 140
display modes 191
display settings 143
power usage mode 188
Stand by mode 189
volume mute 185
wireless mode 192
hot key power usage mode 121
hot keys
J
instant password 186
keyboard functions 193
hot swapping 147
precautions 149
keyboard
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 80
function keys 80
I
i.LINK 146
hot keys 193
FCC 3
numeric keypad overlay 81
overlay keys 81
icon 130
desktop 130
internet explorer 131
moving to desktop 130
recycle bin 131
safety 37
keyboard, external 63
keyboard, PS/2-compatible
63
Industry Canada requirement 4
inserting
CDs and DVDs 93
PC Cards 147
installing
main battery 122
mouse 63
Internal/External mode 170
Internet
L
LCD power-saver 74
lights
AC power 52
battery 52
hard disk drive 55
bookmarked site not found 161
228
networking
wireless 136
M
main battery
changing 122
removing 122
memory
P
password
instant 186
PC Card
Card and Socket Services 147
checklist 175
expansion slots 59
problem solving 166
removing 62
removing expansion slot cover
60
CIS
(Card
Information
Structure) 175
computer stops working 176
errors 177
inserting 147
modem default 134
not recognized 177
problem solving 174, 176
memory module
inserting 60
removing 63
Memory Stick
inserting 150
removing 151
modem
determining COM port 134
problem solving 179
resetting port to default settings
134
using 147
PCMCIA (Personal Computer
Plug and Play 163
port
upgrading 134
module
Wi-Fi Mini PC 138
monitor 70
connecting 70
not working 169
mouse
Ethernet LAN 137
power
connecting 63
installing 63
serial 63
cable connectors 194
computer will not start 158
cord/cable 52
moving the computer 75
problem solving 166
taking care of your battery 125
power down options
Turn Off 101, 105, 108
Power Management
powering down 100
power usage mode 120
N
network
accessing 136
dial-up connection 136
Dial-Up Networking Wizard
136
229
hot key 121
powering down
using Standby 107
powering off 100
precautions 45
hardware conflict caused by
legacy device 163
Help 161
primary button 57
printer
Add Printer Wizard 65
problem solving 178
printing a file 88
Internet bookmarked site not
Internet connection is slow 160
keyboard
problem solving
AC power 167
not responding 158
keyboard produces unexpected
modem not receiving or
battery charge doesn’t last 167
battery not charging 167
can’t access disc 173
changing display properties
170
checking device properties 165
compact discs not running
correctly 173
computer hangs when PC Card
inserted 176
computer will not power up 158
contacting Toshiba 181, 182
corrupted/damaged data files
172
Device Manager 164
disabling a device 164
disk drive is slow 172
display is blank 169
DVD-ROM or multifunction
drive
checklist 175
error occurs 177
not recognized 177
Plug and Play 163
printer 178
program not responding 155
program not working properly
172
drive tray doesn’t eject 173
external display not working
170
screen does not look right/
flickers 169
external keyboard not working
168
system resources 162
Touchpad
external monitor 169
faulty memory 166
not responding 158
trouble prevention 179
230
URL address not found 161
using Startup options 159
warning resume failure 158
Windows XP not working 159
scroll button 57
SD Card
inserting 151
programs
removing 152
not running correctly 172
starting 83
security
projector 70
connecting 70
protection of stored data 2
fitting a computer lock cable 75
setting up
printer 65
shut down 73
R
recharging
main battery 113, 114
recording
adjusting quality 145
sounds 144
Recovery media 38
recycle bin icon 131
removing
Stand by mode
CDs and DVDs 98
main battery 122
PC Cards 148
Standby 100
low battery 118
using 108
Run dialog box 85
Windows Start menu 83
starting up the computer
from Standby 110
Startup menu
restarting from Hibernate 106
restarting from Turn Off 102
RJ-11 jack 135
Run dialog box 85
running the computer on battery
power 111
S
safety
computer 128
disposing of batteries 127
icons 37
saving your work 86
ScanDisk 171
screen
problem solving 159
stored data protection 2
S-video
blank 169
doesn’t look normal/flickers
external display 70
231
system tray 132
limited warranty 39
Wi-Fi
Windows Standby 73
Windows Start menu 83
Windows XP
T
taskbar 132
television
adjusting display 72
Toshiba
Forum 182
Internet Web sites 183
online services 182
traveling tips 128
Turn Off
restarting from 102
Help 161
Windows XP Professional taskbar
132
Windows® XP Professional desk-
using 105, 108
turning computer on/off 55, 101,
105, 108
turning off the computer 100
Wizards
U
Universal Resource Locator (URL)
132
USB mouse
Add Printer 65
connecting 63
using
Dial-Up Networking Wizard
Hibernate 104
PC Cards 147
Standby 108
Windows PC Card 175
X
using a file extension 87
removing 153, 154
V
video features
exploring 142
video projector
adjusting display 72
video-out
S-video 70
volume mute hot key 185
W
warranty
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