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TOSHIBA 2000 Portable Personal Computer User`s Manual

1. LaL 2 v aoni Figure 5 2 The numeric keypad overlay Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on While using the overlay you can temporarily access the normal keyboard without turning off the overlay 1 Hold Fn and press any other key All keys will operate as if the overlay were off 2 Type uppercase characters by holding Fn Shift and pressing a character key 3 Release Fn to continue using the overlay 5 8 Genera ting ASCII characters Temporarily using overlay overlay off While using the normal keyboard you can temporarily use the keypad overlay without turning it on 1 Press and hold down Fn 2 Check the keyboard indicators Pressing Fn turns on the most recently used overlay If the Numeric mode indicator lights you can use the overlay for numeric entry If the Arrow mode indicator lights you can use the overlay for cursor and page control 3 Release Fn to return to normal keyboard operation Temporarily changing modes If the computer is in Numeric mode you can switch temporarily to Arrow mode by pressing a shift key If the computer is in Arrow mode you can switch temporarily to Numeric mode by pressing a shift key Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation But you can generate these characters using their ASCII codes With the overlay on 1 Holddown Alt 2
2. Figure 4 11 Connecting the internal modem CAUTION Do not pull on the cable or move the computer while the cable is connected NOTE If you use a storage device such as a CD ROM drive or HDD connected to a 16 bit PC card modem speed might be slow or communi cation might be interrupted 4 13 SoIsvg ONILVH3adO OPERATING Basics User s Manual Disconnecting To disconnect the internal modem cable follow the steps below 1 Pinch the lever on the connector in the telephone jack and pull out the connector 2 Disconnect the cable from the computer in the same manner 3 In the same way pull the cable s other connector out of the computer Cleaning the computer To help ensure long trouble free operation keep the computer free of dust and use care with liquids around the computer Becareful not to spill liquids into the computer If the computer does get wet turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry completely before you turn it on again Clean the computer using a slightly damp with water cloth You can use glass cleaner on the display Spray a small amount of cleaner on a soft clean cloth and wipe the screen gently with the cloth CAUTION Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any part of it Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer Moving the computer The computer is designed for rugged durability However a few si
3. 9 Xlanaday ApPeENDIx C User s Manual amp Dn amp F amp CO The state of the carrier from the remote modem is ignored DCD circuit is always on amp C1 DCD turns on when the remote modem s carrier signal is detected and off when the carrier signal is not detected default Result Codes OK n 0 1 ERROR Otherwise DTR control This command interprets how the modem responds to the state of the DTR signal and changes to the DTR signal amp DO Ignore The modem ignores the true status of DTR and treats it as always on This should only be used if your communica tion software does not provide DTR to the modem amp D1 If the DTR signal is not detected while in on line data mode the modem enters command mode issues an OK result code and remains connected amp D2 If the DTR signal is not detected while in on line data mode the modem disconnects default amp D3 Reset on the on to off DTR transition Result Codes OK n 0 1 2 3 ERROR Otherwise Load factory settings This command loads the configuration stored and programmed at the factory This operation replaces all of the command options and the S register settings in the active configuration with factory values amp F Recall factory setting as active configuration Appendix G amp Gn amp Kn amp Pn amp Tn V 22bis guard tone control This command determines which guard tone if any to transmit while transmitting in the high ba
4. A high resolution external monitor connected to the computer can display up to 1600 horizontal and 1200 vertical pixels and up to 64K colors The display controller also controls the video mode which uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum number of colors that can be displayed on screen Software written for a given video mode will run on any computer that supports the mode The computer s display controller supports all VGA and SVGA modes the most widely used industry standards B 1 g XlaNaddy User s Manual Video modes The computer supports video modes defined in the table below If your application offers a selection of mode numbers that do not match the numbers on the table select a mode based on mode type resolution character matrix number of colors een 21d refresh rates Also consider the following points If your software supports both graphics and text modes the screen display may appear to operate faster using a text mode The LCD s highest graphics resolution is 1024 horizontal x 768 vertical lines Ifaresolution greater than the display s physical capacity is selected the display driver renders a virtual display Appenpix B Table Video modes Video Type Resolution Character LCD CRT Scanning mode matrix colors colors frequency pels Vertical 40 x 25 16 of 256K 16 of 256K Characters 80x 25 8x8 16 of 256K 16 of 256K Characters
5. Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 11 5 5 2 and 1 Mbit s Frequency Channel Selection 2 4GHz Roaming over multiple channels Card Power Management Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on the 128 bit RC4 encryption algorithm as defined in the IEEE 802 11 standard on wireless LANs gt Wake up on LAN does not function on a wireless LAN Wireless communication switch You can enable or disable wireless LAN function with the on off switch No transmissions are sent or received when the switch is off Slide the switch to the right to turn it on and to the left to turn it off CAUTION Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals Check the LED It will stop glowing when the wireless communication function is off Wireless communication LED The LED indicates the status of the wireless communication functions LED status Indication LED off Wireless communication switch is set to off Automatic power down because of overheating Power malfunction LED glows Wireless communication switch is on Wireless LAN is turned on by an application 4 5 SoISvg NILYYIdO OPERATING Basics User s Manual If you used the Task Tray icon to disable W LAN restart the computer or follow the procedures below to enable the system to recognize W LAN Open or click the following Start Setup Control Panel System Device Manager and Renew LAN L
6. If you are using Windows 2000 click Start and click Shut Down From the Shut Down menu select Shut Down 3 8 Turning off the power 4 Turn off the power to any peripheral devices CAUTION Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge Hibernation mode The hibernation feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk when the computer is turned off The next time the computer is turned on the previous state is restored The hibernation feature does not save the status of peripheral devices CAUTIONS 1 While entering hibernation mode the computer saves the contents of memory to the HDD Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Disk indicator to go out 2 Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in hibernation mode Data will be lost Benefits of hibernation The hibernation feature provides the following benefits Saves data to the hard disk when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery NOTE For the computer to shut down in hibernation mode the hiberna tion feature must be enabled in two places in TOSHIBA Power Saver the Hibernate window and the Battery Alarm item of the Alarm window Otherwise the computer will shut down in Standby mode If battery power becomes depleted data saved in Standby will be lost Youcan re
7. This command repeats the last command string entered Do not precede this command with an AT prefix or conclude it by pressing Enter C 1 9 XlaNaday ApPENDIX C User s Manual A Bn Dn C2 Answer command This command instructs the modem to go off hook and answer an incoming call Communication standard setting This command determines the communication standard CCITT or Bell Bo Selects CCITT V 22 mode when the modem is at 1200 bps B1 Selects Bell 212A when the modem is at 1200 bps default B15 Selects V 21 when the modem is at 300 bps B16 Selects Bell 103J when the modem is at 300 bps default Result Codes OK n 0 1 15 16 ERROR Otherwise Dial This command instructs the modem to dial a telephone number Enter n the telephone number and any modifiers after the ATD command Any digit or symbol 0 9 A B C D may be dialed as touch tone digits Characters such as spaces hyphens and parentheses do not count They are ignored by the modem but you may want to include them to make the number and modifiers easier to read The following may be used as phone number modifiers P Pulse dialing T Touch tone dialing default Pause during dialing Pause for time specified in Register S8 before processing the next character in the dial string WwW Wait for dial tone Modem waits for a second dial tone before processing the dial string Wait for quiet answer Wait for five seconds o
8. 11 12 Insert the HDD pack into the slot Secure the HDD pack cover with two screws Install the Battery Pack Removing the internal modem To remove the internal modem Save your data quit Windows and turn off the power Disconnect the AC Adaptor and any other peripheral devices Turn the computer upside down and remove the Battery Pack Remove two screws securing the HDD pack cover and remove the HDD pack Remove fifteen screws one screw has a rubber cover Do not remove the screws securing the memory module Remove the bottom cover You can check the PPT label at this point Remove two screws securing the modem and remove it Disconnect the modem cable Secure fifteen screws Insert the HDD pack into the slot Secure the HDD pack cover with two screws Install the Battery Pack The internal modem is approved by Japan Approvals Institute for Telecommu nications Equipment H 2 ures A00 0940JP Appendix Parts Numbers The computer configuration and parts numbers printed on a label on the bottom of the computer indicate the CPU LCD memory HDD and communication devices T N APPENDIX Configurations The following table shows the computer configuration indicated on a label Shaded areas indicate abbreviations used on the label The explanations are to the left of the shading Abbreviations are not limited to those in this chart They may change without notice 750 aD
9. 40 x 25 8x 14 16 of 256K 16 of 256K Characters 80 x 25 8x 14 16 of 256K 16 of 256K Characters 40 x 25 8 9 x 16 16 of 256K 16 of 256K Characters 80 x 25 8 9 x 16 16 of 256K 16 of 256K Characters 320 x 200 8x8 4 of 256K 4 of 256K Pels 640 x 200 8x8 2 of 256K 2 of 256K Pels 80 x 25 8 9 x 14 Mono Mono Characters 80 x 25 8 9 x 16 Mono Mono Characters Appendix B Video mode Table Video modes continued Resolution 320 x 200 Pels 640 x 200 Pels 640 x 350 Pels 640 x 350 Pels 640 x 480 Pels 640 x 480 Pels 320 x 200 Pels 640 x 480 Pels 800 x 600 Pels 1024 x 768 Pels 1280 x 1024 Pels 1600 x 1200 Pels Character matrix pels 16 of 256K 16 of 256K Mono 16 of 256K 2 of 256K 16 of 256K 256 of 256K 256 of 256K 256 of 256K 256 of 256K 256 of 256K 256 of 256K CRT Scanning colors frequency Vertical 16 of 256K 16 of 256K Mono 16 of 256K 2 of 256K 16 of 256K 256 of 256K 256 of 256K 256 of 256K 256 of 256K 256 of 256K 256 of 256K g XlaNaddy Appenpix B User s Manual Table Video Resolution mode 640 x 480 Pels 800 x 600 Pels 1024 x 768 Pels 1280 x 1024 Pels 1600 x 1200 Pels 640 x 480 Pels 800 x 600 Pels 1024 x 768 Pels B 4 Video modes continued Character matrix pels LCD colors 64K of 64K 64K of 64K 64K of 64K 64K of 64
10. Disabled Disables the USB FDD Legacy Emulation LAN Wake up on LAN This features lets the computer s power be turned on when it receives a wake up signal from the LAN Enabled Enables Wake up on LAN Disabled Disables Wake up on LAN Default CAUTION Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled NOTE Wake up on LAN does not work without the AC adaptor Leave it connected if you are using this feature Built in LAN Enabled Enables built in LAN functions Default Disabled Disables built in LAN functions Supervisor password Refer to the readme file of the Supervisor Password Utility for instructions on setting the Supervisor Password The path to the readme file is C Program Files TOSHIBA Windows Utilities SVPWTool In the SVPWTool directory open the readme htm file 7 9 SaHOMSsVq any dNLaS MH User s Manual Chapter 8 Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer s capabilities and its versatility The following optional devices are available from your TOSHIBA dealer Cards memory PC cards SD cards Memory expansion Power devices Battery Pack High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack Universal AC Adaptor Battery Charger Peripheral devices USBFDDKit SlimPortReplicator External monitor Other Security lock 8 1 s333 q IWNOILdO Optionat Devices User s Manual PC cards The compute
11. The system might be busy If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass wait for it to resume its normal shape and try again to move it Make sure the mouse is properly connected to the USB port Try changing the double click speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as instructed and click OK Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the speed as instructed and click OK The mouse might be dirty Refer to your mouse documentations for instructions on cleaning If problems persist contact your dealer Hardware and system checklist PC card Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Problem Procedure PC card Reseat the PC card to make sure it is firmly error occurs connected Make sure the connection between the external device and the card is firm Check the card s documentation If problems persist contact your dealer SD card Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Problem Procedure SD card Reseat the SD card to make sure it is firmly error occurs connected Check the card s documentation If problems persist contact your dealer 9 13 SNILOOHS318NO L TROUBLESHOOTING User s Manual Monitor Refer also to Chapter 8 Op
12. signaling the computer that what follows are commands used with peripheral devices such as printers and modems 2 A means of aborting the task currently in progress escape guard time A time before and after an escape code is sent to the modem which distinguishes between escapes that are part of the transmit ted data and escapes that are in tended as a command to the modem execute To interpret and execute an instruction Extended Capability Port Anindustry standard that provides a data buffer switchable forward and reverse data transmission and run length encoding RLE support F fast infrared An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps file A collection of related informa tion a file can contain data programs or both firmware A set of instructions built into the hardware which controls and directs a microprocessor s activities fixed disk See hard disk hotkey floppy disk See diskette floppy disk drive FDD Anelectrome chanical device that reads and writes to floppy disks See also diskette Fn esse A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hotkeys folder An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders format The process of readying a blank disk for its first use Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the d
13. CAUTION The Battery Pack is a lithium ion polymer battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements The main battery recharges the RTC batteries The main battery maintains the state of the computer when you enable standby mode CAUTION Do not remove the Battery Pack 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 The computer could also hang up at power on if it shut down automatically in standby mode because of a low battery In either of the above cases the standby configuration will not be saved 6 5 POWER AND Power Up Mopes User s Manual 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 To ensure that the Battery Pack maintains its maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the Battery Pack is fully discharged Refer to Extending battery life in this chapter for procedures If the computer is continuously operated on AC power either through an AC adaptor or a docking station for an extended period more than a month the bat
14. If you disconnect the monitor before you turn the computer off be sure to press Fn F5 to switch to the internal display Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details on using hotkeys to change the display setting NOTE If you set Simultaneous for the computer s display you mus set the computer s display resolution to the same as that of the external monitor or other device such as a projector Security lock A security lock enables you to anchor your computer to a desk or other heavy object to help prevent unauthorized removal of the computer t Attach one end of a cable to the desk and the other end to the security lock slot on the left side of the computer Figure 8 11 Security lock 8 13 SA9INAQ IWNOILdO User s Manual Chapter 9 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for durability However should problems occur following the procedures in this chapter can help to determine the cause All readers should become familiar with this chapter Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring Problem solving process Resolving problems will be much easier if you observe the following guidelines Stop immediately when you recognize a problem exists Further action may result in data loss or damage You may destroy valuable problem related information that can help solve the problem Observe what is happening Write down what the system is doing and what a
15. User s Manual Table 6 1 Power conditions continued AC 2nd battery e Operates LED 2nd battery green adaptor fully e LED 2nd battery green DCINgreen connected charged DCINgreen 2nd battery e Operates e Quick charge partially e Quick charge LED 2nd battery orange charged e LED 2nd battery orange DCINgreen or no charge DCINgreen No e Operates e Nocharge 2nd battery e Nocharge LED 2nd battery off installed e LED 2nd battery off DCINgreen DCINgreen AC Mainbattery Operates adaptor charge is e LED Main battery off not above low DC IN off connected battery trigger point Mainbattery Operates charge is e LED Main battery below low flashes orange battery DC IN off trigger point Mainbattery Computergoes charge is into resume mode exhausted and shuts down 8 Nomain e No operation battery e LED Main battery off installed DC IN off 6 2 Power conditions Table 6 1 Power conditions continued AG 2nd battery e Operates adaptor charge e LED 2nd battery off not is above DC IN off connected low battery trigger point 2nd battery Operates charge e LED 2nd battery is below flash orange low battery DC IN off trigger point 2nd battery Computer goes charge is into resume mode exhausted and shuts down No e Nooperation 5 2nd battery e LED 2nd battery off is installed DC IN off NOTE 2nd battery indicator refers to the Secondary battery indicator when a secon
16. Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code 3 Release Alt and the ASCII character appears on the display screen With the overlay off 1 Hold Alt Fn 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code 3 Release Alt Fn and the ASCII character appears on the display screen 5 9 auvOsAay SHI User s Manual 5 10 Power and Power Up Modes Chapter 6 SAqOWN df 4aMmod ANY 43MOd The computer s power resources include the AC adaptor and internal batteries This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and changing batteries tips for saving battery power and power up modes Power conditions The computer s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by the power conditions whether an AC adaptor is connected whether a battery is installed and what the charge level is for the battery AC adaptor connected Main battery fully charged Main battery partially charged or no charge No mainbattery installed Power on Table 6 1 Power conditions Power off no operation LED Main battery green DCINgreen Operates LED Main battery green DCINgreen e Quick charge e LED Main battery orange DCINgreen Operates Quick charge LED Main battery orange DCINgreen e Nocharge e LED Main battery off DCINgreen Operates Nocharge LED Main battery off DCINgreen 6 1 POWER AND Power Up Mopes
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18. Battery Recovery CD ROM 3 13 S Screen See Display ScrLock Fn F12 See Soft keys SDcard 1 5 indicator 2 2 installing 8 5 location of slot 2 2 problems 9 13 removing 8 6 Security lock 1 10 attaching 8 13 location 2 2 Self Test See Problems Sensor switch 2 6 Slim Port Replicator 1 10 8 11 Soft keys 5 2 cursor control mode 5 3 Enter 5 3 numeric mode 5 3 right Alt key 5 3 right Ctrl key 5 3 ScrLock 5 3 Sound system 1 5 drivers 1 9 headphone 1 4 2 3 microphone 1 4 2 3 problems 9 14 speaker 2 5 Standby 1 7 System auto off 1 7 Index 4 T TOSHIBA Console button 1 5 2 6 TOSHIBA Console 1 9 TOSHIBA Controls 1 9 TOSHIBA Power Saver 1 8 Touch Pad 1 4 2 6 control buttons 2 6 4 1 problems 9 11 using 4 1 Troubleshooting See Problems U Utilities list 1 8 USB 1 4 location 2 4 problems 9 15 USB FDD Kit 1 10 8 11 connecting 4 3 disconnecting 4 4 problems 9 10 using 4 2 V Video modes Appendix B VideoRAM 1 3 Ww Windows XP Professional setup 3 8 Windows 2000 setup 3 8 Wireless communication indicator 2 8 4 5 switch 2 3 4 5 Wireless LAN 1 5 problems 9 17 using 4 5
19. Configuration This option lets you set the device configuration All Devices BIOS sets all devices Setup by OS Operating system sets devices that it can control Default Display This tab lets you customize your computer s display settings for either the internal LCD screen or for an external monitor Power On Display Lets you set the display to be used when the computer is booted Auto Selected Selects an external monitor if one is connected Other wise it selects the internal LCD Default Simultaneous Selects both the internal LCD and external monitor for simultaneous display CPU Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode This option lets you choose from the following settings Dynamically Switchable CPU power consumption and clock speed automatic switching function is enabled When the computer is in use CPU operation is automatically switched when necessary Default Always High CPU power consumption and clock speed automatic switching function is disabled The CPU always runs at its fastest speed Always Low CPU power consumption and clock speed automatic switching function is disabled The CPU always runs at low power consumption and low speed HW Setup Boot Priority Boot Priority Options This option sets the priority for booting the computer Select from the following settings HDD gt FDD gt CD ROM gt LAN FDD gt HDD gt CD ROM gt LAN HDD gt CD ROM gt LAN gt FDD FD
20. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub Disconnecting cable To disconnect the LAN cable follow the steps below 1 Pinch the lever on the connector in the computer and pull out the connector 2 Disconnect the cable from the LAN hub in the same manner Check with your LAN administrator before disconnecting from the hub 4 7 User s Manual Network Device Switch This application is used to select one network device on your system and to prevent inconsistent routing table problems on TCP IP networks Using the switch To select a network device follow the steps below 1 In Windows XP click start point to All Programs click Network Device Switch Left click the Network Device Switch icon on the Task bar to display a device menu v Intel R PRO 100 VE Network Connection Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card Disable all devices jie 11 40 4M Figure 4 5 Sample of a network device menu left click 2 Click the network device you want to enable A check will appear beside the enabled devices Devices without checks are disabled Auto Switch menu Right click the Network Device Switch icon to diaplay the Auto Switch menu Auto Switch Disabled Help Exit K ja 11 41 AM Figure 4 6 Auto Switch menu right click 4 8 LAN Auto Switch When Auto Switch is selected this application automatically enables the wi
21. Port Replicator 2 You must connect the High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack and an AC adaptor to the Slim Port Replicator to charge the High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer and Slim Port Replicator The computer supports VGA and Super VGA video modes To connect a monitor follow the steps below CAUTION If an external monitor is connected to the computer do not connect the Slim Port Replicator First disconnect the external monitor from the computer then connect the Slim Port Replicator and use its external monitor port NOTE The Resume feature can be used with an external monitor Simply enable Resume and the computer will maintain the data as it is displayed on the external monitor 1 Connect the monitor to the external monitor port 2 Turn the monitor s power on When you turn on the power the computer automatically recognizes the monitor and determines whether it is color or monochrome You can use the HW Setup to select between Auto Selected and Simultaneous displays Refer to Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords 8 12 Security lock If you have selected Simultaneous under the Display options of HW Setup both the external monitor and the internal LCD will be active when you turn on the computer If Auto Selectediis selected only the external monitor will be active To change the display settings press Fn F5
22. Seat the cover and secure it with two screws NOTE Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver Figure 8 9 Seating the cover 8 8 Memory expansion When you turn the computer on it should automatically recognize the total memory capacity Use the HW Setup program to verify that the added memory is recognized If it is not recognized check the module s connection NOTE When you view the memory display the total amount will be reduced by 16 MB which is used for VRAM Removing memory module To remove the memory module make sure the computer is in boot mode then 1 Dam FW Turn the computer off and remove all cables connected to the computer CAUTION 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 Turn the computer upside down and remove the Battery Pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Remove two screws securing the memory module cover Lift off the cover Remove one screw Fit two slender objects such as tweezers under the memory module on
23. Start point to Programs point to TOSHIBA Internal Modem and click Region Select Utility Using the internal modem 2 The Region Selection icon will appear in the Windows Task Bar Figure 4 7 The Region Selection icon Windows XP LA 1614 Figure 4 8 The Region Selection icon Windows 2000 3 Click the icon with the primary mouse button to display a list of regions that the modem supports A sub menu for telephony location information will also be displayed A check will appear next to the currently selected region and telephony location 4 Select a region from the region menu or a telephony location from the sub menu e When you click a region it becomes the modem s region selection and the New Location for telephony will be set automatically e When you select a telephony location the corresponding region is automati cally selected and it becomes the modem s current region setting Properties menu Click the icon with the secondary mouse button to display the following menu Setting Modem Selection About Exit Dialing Properties 12 00 AM Figure 4 9 The menu list Windows XP User s Manual Setting Modem Selection About Exit Dialing Properties Figure 4 10 The menu list Windows 2000 Setting You can enable or disable the following settings AutoRun Mode Region Select Utility starts automatically when you start up the operating system Open the Dialing Propertie
24. battery is being charged CAUTION Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or the optional TOSHIBA Battery charger to charge the Battery Pack Do not attempt to charge the Battery Pack with any other charger Time The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a dis charged battery Charging time hours Battery type Power on Power off Main Battery Pack 2 0 to 4 0 or longer 2 0 Secondary Battery Pack 3 0 to 8 0 or longer 3 0 RTC battery 8 0 Doesn t charge Battery charging notice The battery may not charge right away under the following conditions The battery is extremely hot or cold If the battery is extremely hot it might not charge at all Also to ensure the battery charges to its full capacity charge the battery at room temperature of 10 to 30 C 50 to 88 F The battery is nearly completely discharged Leave the AC adaptor connected for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging 6 8 Care and use of the Battery Pack The Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease in battery operating time when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions The battery has not been used for a long time The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time A cool battery is installed ina warm computer In such case follow the steps below 1 Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power on un
25. computer Underside Underside Figure 2 5 shows the underside of the computer Make sure the display is closed before turning over your computer DOCKING Docking Memory mopuLe DockinG HOLES PORT COVER HOLE e T m Ss O BATERY cD SPEAKER 2 2 LOCK oo o 7 _ 2 E 5 Battery f D 2 ii i C gt l Q S S Q F EI i Figure 2 5 The underside of the computer Dockingport Use this port to connect an optional Slim Port Replicator or High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack CAUTION Keep foreign objects out of the docking port A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry Dockingholes These holes ensure a proper connection between the computer and an optional High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack Expansion Use this socket to install a memory module to increase memory socket your computer s memory by 256 MB Refer to the Memory fa expansion section in Chapter 8 Optional Devices Battery Pack The Battery Pack powers the computer when the AC adaptor is not connected The Batteries section in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes describes how to access the Battery Pack Battery Packs can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer to extend the computer s battery operating time 2 5 User s Manual Battery lock A sliding lock prevents inadvertent release of the Battery Om Pack L b gt Speaker The speaker emits sound generated by your software as well as au
26. computer functions 5 1 auvOsAay 3H THE KEYBOARD User s Manual F1 F12 function keys The function keys not to be confused with Fn are the 12 keys at the top of your keyboard These keys are dark gray but function differently from the other dark gray keys HIE ICIIEICI JIC IC I a e kam 2 8 0 vo ad EJ F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed Used in combination with the Fn key keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer See the section Soft keys Fn key combinations in this chapter The function executed by individual keys depends on the software you are using Soft keys Fn key combinations The Fn function is unique to TOSHIBA computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys Soft keys are key combinations that enable disable or configure specific features NOTE Some software may disable or interfere with soft key operations Soft key settings are not restored by the Resume feature Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard Hq A TEA A A b 9 E Serr a ag aC CaA aa Ea Figure 5 1 A 101 key enhanced keyboard layout Soft keys Fn key combinations The keyboard is designed to provide all the features of the 101 key enhanced keyboard shown in figure 5 1 The 101 102 key enhanced keyboard has a numeric keypad and scroll lock key It
27. 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 to send any message via a telephone fax machine 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 other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business other entity or individual In order to program this information into your fax modem you should complete the setup of your fax software before sending messages Instructions for IC CS 03 certified equipment 1 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 shoul
28. diskette drive connector out of the USB port Diskette care Handle your diskettes with care The following simple precautions will increase the lifetime of your diskettes and protect the data you store on them 1 Store your diskettes in the container they came in to protect them and keep them clean If a diskette is dirty do not use cleaning fluid Clean it with a soft damp cloth 2 Do not slide back the diskette s protective metal covering or touch the diskette s magnetic surface Fingerprints may prevent the diskette drive from reading data from the diskette 3 Data may be lost if the diskette is twisted bent or exposed to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold Do not place heavy objects on your diskettes Do not eat smoke or use erasers near your diskettes Foreign particles inside the diskette s jacket can damage the magnetic surface 6 Magnetic energy can destroy the data on your diskettes Keep your diskettes away from speakers radios television sets and other sources of magnetic fields 4 4 Wireless communications Wireless communications The computer s wireless communication function support wireless LAN This section applies only to models with Wireless LAN functions Wireless LAN The wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum radio technology that complies with IEEE 802 11 wireless LAN standard Revision B It supports the following features
29. each side of the connector and pry up to disconnect the module 8 9 s333 q IWNOILdO OpTIONAL Devices User s Manual 7 Grasp the memory module by the sides and lift it out CAUTION Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems Figure 8 10 Removing the memory module 8 Seat the cover and secure it with two screws Battery Pack You can increase the portability of the computer with Battery Packs PA3154U If you re away from an AC power source you can replace a low battery with a fully charged one See Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack You can install an optional High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack in the computer A High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack PA3155U is seated in a base that fits beneath the computer It provides about twice the power and operating time as the standard Battery Pack Refer to the High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack Information Sheet Universal AC Adaptor If you frequently transport the computer between different sites such as your home and office purchasing an AC adaptor for each location will reduce the weight and bulk of your carrying load PA3153U Slim Port Replicator Battery Charger The battery charger PA3091U lets you charge a High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack PA3155U outside the computer USB FDD Kit The 3 1 2 external diskette drive module can be connected to
30. icon or entering text the icon s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the type face you see to the left Display ABC Names of Windows or icons or text generated by the computer that appears on its display screen is presented in the type face you see to the left Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention Each type of message is identified as shown below CAUTION Pay attention A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment NOTE Please read A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of your equipment xxi User s Manual xxii General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability However certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual Stress injury Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety amp Comfort It contains information on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists than can be caused by extensive keyboard use Chapter 3 Getting Started also includes information on work space design posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress Heat injury Avoid prolonged p
31. ing two points of a circuit K K Taken from the Greek word kilo meaning 1000 often used as equiva lent to 1024 or 2 raised to the 10th power See also byte and kilobyte KB See kilobyte keyboard An input device containing switches that are activated by manu ally pressing marked keys Each keystroke activates a switch that transmits a specific code to the computer For each key the transmit ted code is in turn representative of the ASCID character marked on the key monitor kilobyte KB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 bytes See also byte and megabyte L level 2 cache See cache Light Emitting Diode LED A semiconductor device that emits light when a current is applied Liquid Crystal Display LCD Liquid crystal sealed between two sheets of glass coated with transparent con ducting material The viewing side coating is etched into character forming segments with leads that extend to the edge of the glass Applying a voltage between the glass sheets darkens the liquid crystal to provide contrast to lighted portions of the display LSI Large Scale Integration 1 A technology that allows the inclusion of up to 100 000 simple logic gates on a single chip 2 An integrated circuit that uses the large scale integration main board See motherboard megabyte MB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes See also kilobyte megahertz A unit of wave frequency that equals 1
32. longer be according to specifications Table F 3 Power Characteristic Doze Mode 45mA Receive Mode 250mA Transmit Mode 350mA Power Supply 3 3V F 15 APPENDIX F User s Manual Compatibility Network Operating System Host Operating System Media Access Protocol Data Rate Table F 4 Networking Characteristics E JEEE 802 11 Standard for Wireless LANS DSSS Em Wi Fi Wireless Fidelity certified by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance WECA Microsoft Windows Networking Microsoft Windows NT v4 0 NDIS4Miniport Driver Microsoft Windows 98 Me 2000 NDIS5Miniport Driver Microsoft Windows XP NDISS5 1 Miniport Driver CSMA CA Collision Avoidance with Acknowledgment ACK m High 11 Mb s E Medium 5 5 Mb s E Standard 2 Mb s E Low 1 Mb s The cards use an automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism Radio characteristics Radio characteristics of Wireless LAN cards may vary according to Country region where the product was purchased Type of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations Although Wireless LAN networking products have been designed for operation in the license free 2 4 GHz band local radio regulations may impose limitations on the use of Wireless communication equipment NOTE Refer to the flyer Information to the User for regulatory informa tion that may apply in your country region F 16 Appendix F Table F 5 Radio c
33. million cycles per second See also hertz menu A software interface that displays a list of options on the screen Also called a screen microprocessor A hardware compo nent contained in a single integrated circuit that carries out instructions Also called the central processing unit CPU one of the main parts of the computer mode A method of operation for example the boot mode or the resume mode modem Derived from modulator demodulator a device that converts modulates digital data for transmis sion over telephone lines and then converts modulated data demodu lates to digital format where received monitor A device that uses rows and columns of pixels to display alphanu meric characters or graphic images See CRT Glossary 9 AYVSSO1 GLOSSARY motherboard motherboard A name sometimes used to refer to the main printed circuit board in processing equipment It usually contains integrated circuits that perform the processor s basic functions and provides connectors for adding other boards that perform special functions Sometimes called a main board N non system disk A formatted diskette floppy disk you can use to store programs and data but you cannot use to start the computer See system disk nonvolatilememory Memory usually read only ROM that is capable of permanently storing information Turning the computer s power off does not alter data stored in nonvola
34. mode It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection Redial Up to two redial attempts can be made If more than two redial attempts are made the modem will return Black Listed If you are experiencing problems with the Black Listed code set the interval between redials at one minute or longer Japan s Telecommunications Business Law permits up to two redials on analogue telephones but the redials must be made within a total of three minutes The internal modem is approved by Japan Approvals Institute for Telecommunica tions Equipment Gress A00 0940JP Pursuant to FCC CFR 47 Part 68 When you are ready to install or use the modem call your local telephone company and give them the following information The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem The registration number that is located on the device The FCC registration number of the modem will be found on either the device which is to be installed or if already installed on the bottom of the computer outside of the main system label The Ringer Equivalence Number REN of the modem which can vary For the REN of your modem refer to your modem label The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOCRIJLIC Type of service Your modem is designed to be used on standard device telephone lines Connec tion to telephone company provided coin service central office implemented s
35. off until the its interior reaches room temperature even though the DC IN indicator stops blinking If the computer has reached room temperature and still does not start or if it starts but shuts down quickly contact your dealer Computer shuts down Indicates a problem with the heat dispersal and its DC IN indicator system Please contact your dealer is flashing green AC power If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connected check the DC IN indicator Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for more information Problem Procedure AC adaptor doesn t Check the connections Make sure the cord is power the computer firmly connected to the computer and a power DC IN indicator does outlet not glow green SNILOOHS318NOH L TROUBLESHOOTING User s Manual Battery Check the condition of the cord and terminals If the cord is frayed or damaged replace it If the terminals are soiled wipe them with cotton or a clean cloth If the AC adaptor still does not power the com puter contact your dealer If you suspect a problem with the battery check the DC IN indicator as well as the Main battery and Secondary battery indicators For information on indicators and battery operation see Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Problem Procedure Battery doesn t power the computer Battery doesn t charge when the AC adaptor is attached Main battery or Secondary batter
36. power It is also the fastest way to get started because the Battery Pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz For details on using the AC adaptor to charge the Battery Pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes CAUTION Use only the AC adaptor that came with the computer or an equivalent optional adaptor Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case 3 5 User s Manual 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor Figure 3 3 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor 2 Connect the AC adaptor s DC output plug to the DC IN port on the back of the computer Figure 3 4 Connecting the adaptor to the computer 3 Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet The Battery and DC IN indicator on the front of the computer should glow 3 6 Turning on the power Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power NOTE After you turn on the power for the first time do not turn it off until you have set up the operating system OS and the OS has started up 1 If the external diskette drive is connected make sure it is empty If a diskette is in the drive press the eject button and remove the diskette 2 Open the display panel 3 Press and hold the button for two or three seconds Figur
37. read only memory RTC real time clock SCSI small computer system interface SIO serial input output SVGA super video graphics adaptor TFT thin film transistor UART universal asynchronous receiver transmitter USB Universal Serial Bus Glossary 1 AYVSSO1K GLOSSARY adaptor Abbreviations continued VESA Video Electronic Standards Association VGA video graphics array VRT voltage reduction technology A adaptor A device that provides an interface between two dissimilar electronic devices For example the AC adaptor modifies the power from a wall outlet for use by the computer This term also refers to the add in circuit cards that control external devices such as video monitors and magnetic tape devices allocate To assign a space or function for a specific task alphanumeric Keyboard characters including letters numbers and other symbols such as punctuation marks or mathematical symbols alternating current AC Electric current that reverses its direction of flow at regular intervals analog signal A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to are an analog of the value to be transmit ted Voice communications are analog signals Glossary 2 ANSI American National Standards Institute An organization established to adopt and define standards for a variety of technical disciplines For example ANSI defined the ASCII standard
38. that determine how a number of functions of the internal modem operate For example how many times to let the telephone ring before the modem answers and how long to wait before it hangs up if a connec tion fails You can also customize certain AT commands such as the escape sequence and command line termination The contents of the registers are changed automatically when you modify corresponding settings in your communication software If you choose however you can display and edit the contents of the registers manually when the modem is in command mode If the value is out of the acceptable range then an error is generated This chapter describes the settings for each S register S register values The format for displaying the value of an S register is ATSn where n is the register number After you type in the register press Enter The format for modifying the value of an S register is ATSn r where n is the register number and r is the new register value After you type in the register and its new value press Enter NOTE Some registers vary from one country region to another D 1 qd XlaNaday Appenpix D User s Manual SO S1 S2 S3 D 2 Auto answer ring number This register determines the number of rings the modem will count before automatically answering a call Enter 0 zero if you do not want the modem to automatically answer at all When disabled the modem can only answer with an ATA comma
39. usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge How long the charge lasts in a battery depends on gt How you configure the computer for example whether you enable battery power saving options The computer provides a battery save mode to con serve battery power This mode has the following options e Processing speed e Display auto off e HDD auto off e System auto off e LCD Brightness How often and how long you use the hard disk and the diskette drive How much charge the battery contained to begin with How you use optional devices such as a PC card to which the battery supplies power Enabling Resume mode conserves battery power if you are frequently turning the computer off and on Where you store your programs and data Closing the display when you are not using the keyboard saves power Operating time decreases at low temperatures The condition of the battery terminals Make sure the battery terminals stay clean by wiping them with a clean dry cloth before installing the Battery Pack Retaining data with power off When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries the batteries retain data for the following approximate time periods Battery pack 1600mAh 2 days Resume mode 25 days Boot mode RTC battery 1month 6 10 Replacing the Battery Pack Extending battery life Tomaximize the life of your Battery Pack Atleast once a month disco
40. 1 Low volume Same as LO L2 Medium volume default L3 High volume Result Codes OK n 0 1 2 3 ERROR Otherwise Monitor speaker mode This command turns the speaker on or off Mo The speaker is off M1 The speaker is on until the modem detects the carrier signal default M2 The speaker is always on when modem is off hook M3 Speaker is on until the carrier is detected except when dialing Result Codes OK n 0 1 2 3 ERROR Otherwise Modulation handshake This command controls whether or not the local modem performs a negotiated handshake at connection time with the remote modem when the communication speed of the two modems is different NO When originating or answering this is for handshake only at the communication standard specified by S37 and the ATB command N1 When originating or answering begin the handshake at the communication standard specified by S37 and the ATB command default During handshake a lower transmission speed may be selected Appendix G Result Codes OK n 0 1 ERROR Otherwise On Return on line to data mode o0 Instructs the modem to exit on line command mode and return to data mode see AT escape sequence 01 This command issues a retrain before returning to on line data mode 03 This command issues a rate renegotiation before returning to on line data mode Result Codes OK n 0 1 3 ERROR Otherwise P Select pulse dialing This command configures the modem f
41. 12 TFT XGA_ 12TX 256MB 256M 20G 20 Modem LAN Modem LAN Wireless LAN M L WL Figures indicate the CPU operating speed in megahertz For example P750 means Ultra Low Voltage Mobile Intel Pentium III processor 750 MHz M jenueyy 49SfN Glossary The terms in this glossary cover the topics discussed in this manual Alternate naming is included for reference Abbreviations AC alternating current ANSI American National Standards Institute APM advanced power manager ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS basic input output system CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor CPU central processing unit CRT cathode ray tube DAA Data Access Arrangement DC direct current DDC display data channel DMA direct memory access DOS disk operating system DVI Digital Visual Interface ECP extended capabilities port EGA enhanced graphics adaptor FDD floppy disk drive FIR fast infrared HDD hard disk drive IDE integrated drive electronics T O input output IrDA Infrared Data Association IRQ interrupt request KB kilobyte LCD liquid crystal display LED light emitting diode LSI large scale integration MDA monochrome display adaptor MS DOS Microsoft Disk Operating System OCR optical character recognition reader PCB printed circuit board PCI peripheral component intercon nect RAM random access memory RGB red green and blue ROM
42. 3 0amperes Network control unit NCU Type of NCU Type of line Type of dialing Control command Monitor function AA Telephone line analog only Pulse Tone AT commands EIA 578 commands Computer s speaker Communication specifications Communication system Communication protocol Communication speed Error correcting Data compression A 2 Data Full duplex Fax Half duplex Data ITU T Rec V 21 V 22 V 22bis V 32 Former CCITT V 32bis V 34 V 90 Bell 103 212A Fax ITU T Rec V 17 V 29 V 27ter Former CCITT V 21 ch2 Data transmission and reception 300 1200 2400 4800 7200 9600 12000 14400 16800 19200 21600 24000 26400 28800 3 1200 33600 bps Data reception only with V 90 28000 29333 30666 32000 33333 34666 36000 37333 38666 40000 41333 42666 44000 45333 46666 48000 49333 50666 52000 53333 54666 56000 bps Fax 2400 4800 7200 9600 12000 14400 bps MNP class 4 and ITU T V 42 MNP class 5 and ITU T V 42bis Appendix B Display Controller and Modes Display controller The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular pels on or off The controller is an advanced Video Graphics Array VGA that provides Super VGA SVGA and Extended Graphics Array XGA support for the internal LCD and external monitors The displays up to 1024 x 768 XGA The controller also supports simultaneous display on the internal LCD and on an external monitor
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44. AN circuits support Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 1OBASE T and Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 1 OOBASE Tx This section describes how to connect disconnect to a LAN CAUTION Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled NOTE Wake up on LAN does not work without the AC adaptor Leave it connected if you are using this feature LAN cable types CAUTION The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN Logging onto a LAN using the computer s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation Check with your LAN administrator regarding set up procedures If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 1 OOBASE TX be sure to connect with a CATS cable You cannot use a CAT3 cable If you are using Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 1 OBASE T you can connect with either a CATS or a CAT3 Connecting cable To connect the LAN cable follow the steps below CAUTION Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable The AC adaptor must remain connected during LAN use If you discon nect the AC Adaptor while the computer is accessing a LAN the system may hang up 1 Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer 4 6 LAN 2 Plug one end of the cable into the LAN s jack Press gently until you hear the latch click into place Figure 4 4 Connecting the LAN cable 3
45. D gt CD ROM gt LAN gt HDD CD ROM gt LAN gt HDD gt FDD CD ROM gt LAN gt FDD gt HDD The computer looks for bootable files in the following order HDD diskette drive CD ROM and LAN Default The computer looks for bootable files in the following order diskette drive HDD CD ROM and LAN The computer looks for bootable files in the following order HDD CD ROM LAN and diskette drive The computer looks for bootable files in the following order diskette drive CD ROM LAN and HDD The computer looks for bootable files in the following order CD ROM LAN HDD diskette drive The computer looks for bootable files in the following order CD ROM LAN diskette drive and HDD You can override the settings and manually select a boot device by pressing one of the following keys while the computer is booting U Selects the USB diskette drive N Selects the Network 1 Selects the primary HDD P Selects the PC card HDD Cc Selects the CD ROM This procedure does not affect the settings The CD ROM is available only with the optional CD ROM drive 7 7 SaHOMSSVq any dNLaS MH HW Setup AND Passworps User s Manual NOTES 1 PC card HDD boot is supported only by the PC card slot on the computer Support is guaranteed only for TOSHIBA PC card HDDs When you assign a PC card HDD top priority PC is not displayed However the PC card HDD takes the position of HD
46. D in the Boot Priority Options list above Power on Boot Select When this option is enabled you can change the boot drive during start up To change the boot drive follow the steps below 1 Hold down F12 and boot the computer 2 The following menu will be displayed with the following icons Built in HDD CD ROM FDD Network LAN PCA ATA card boot NOTE A bar will appear only under the selected device 3 Use the left right cursor keys to highlight the boot device you want and press Enter NOTES 1 2 3 USB If a supervisor password is set the menu above does not appear when you use the user password to start the computer The selection method above does not change the boot priority settings in HW Setup Ifyou press a key other than one of those above or if the selected device is not installed the system will boot according to the current setting in HW Setup USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation Use this option to enable or disable USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation If your operating system does not support USB you can still use a USB mouse and keyboard by setting the USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation item to Enabled 7 8 Supervisor password Enabled Enables the USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation Default Disabled Disables the USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation USB FDD Legacy Emulation Use this option to enable or disable USB FDD Legacy Emulation Enabled Enables the USB FDD Legacy Emulation Default
47. H3adQ User s Manual Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 101 102 key enhanced keyboard By pressing some keys in combination all the 101 102 key keyboard functions can be executed on the computer The number of keys on your keyboard depends on which country region s key board layout your computer is configured with Keyboards for numerous languages are available There are five types of keys typewriter keys keypad overlay function keys soft keys and cursor control keys Typewriter keys The typewriter keys produce the upper and lowercase letters numbers punctua tion marks and special symbols that appear on the screen There are some differences however between using a typewriter and using a computer keyboard Letters and numbers produced in computer text vary in width Spaces which are created by a space character may also vary depending on line justifica tion and other factors The lowercase el and the number one are not interchangeable on computers as they are on a typewriter The uppercase O oh and the 0 zero are not interchangeable The Caps Lock function key locks only the alphabetic characters in upper case while the shift lock on a typewriter places all keys in the shifted position The Shift keys the Tab key and the BkSp backspace key perform the same function as their typewriter counterparts but also have special
48. K 64K of 64K 16M of 16M 16M of 16M 16M of 16M 64K of 64K 64K of 64K 64K of 64K 64K of 64K 64K of 64K 16M of 16M 16M of 16M 16M of 16M Scanning frequency Vertical Appendix C AT Commands In most cases you will not need to type AT commands manually However there might be some occasions when you will need to do so This chapter describes AT commands for data mode Fax and voice commands are taken care of by application software The format for entering AT commands is ATXn where X is the AT command and n is the specific value for that command After you type in the command press Enter Any command issued is acknowledged with a response in either text or numeric values known as result codes All commands and command values accepted by the modem are described in this section any entry other than those listed results in an error Escape sequence The escape sequence allows the modem to exit data mode and enter on line command mode While in on line command mode you can communicate directly to your modem using AT commands Once you finish you can return to data mode using the ATO command A pause the length of which is set by Escape Guard Time S12 must be completed after an escape sequence is entered This pause prevents the modem from interpreting the escape sequence as data The value of the escape sequence character may be changed using register S2 A Repeat last command
49. Power Management To extend the battery life of mobile Wireless devices Interference Robustness Can be activated in exceptional cases when trouble shooting slow performance of a Wireless LAN network that could be related to in band interference from devices such as microwave ovens RTS CTS Medium This parameter can be activated e Ifthe density of Wireless LAN stations and access points is very low e As aresult of poor network performance due to excessive frame collisions at the access points F 13 User s Manual Admin window You can set the following parameters in the Admin window Edit Configuration Office Work Figure F 9 Admin parameters Distance between Depending on the number of access points in a Wireless access points LAN network this parameter controls the network perfor mance MAC address Can be activated in exceptional cases when troubleshoot ing slow performance of the Wireless LAN network that could be related to in band interference from devices such as microwave ovens F 14 Appendix F Card specifications Table F 2 Physical specifications J Xianaddy Form Factor Mini PCITypelllA Dimensions Weight Temperature and Humidity Operation 0to55C Maximum humidity 95 Transit 20 to 70C 15 to 95 no condensation Storage 10 to 60C 10 to 90 no condensation Although the card may still operate in the range of 20 to 70 C operation outside the range of 0 to 55 C may no
50. TOSHIBA 2000 Portable Personal Computer User s Manual Copyright 2002 by TOSHIBA Corporation All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the informa tion contained herein TOSHIBA 2000 Portable Personal Computer User s Manual First edition January 2002 Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA 2000 Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual s production However succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual Trademarks Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual FCC information Product Name Port g 2000 Model number PP200 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 de
51. To enable LAN functions clear the Control device power management checkbox Unless this checkbox is cleared you will not be able to use LAN functions even if you enable them with the Network Device Switch Refer to Power Saver utility help files for details The Super Long Life power saving scheme is not selected as a default Using the internal modem If you purchased a computer model with a preinstalled internal modem read this section for directions on connecting the modem Refer to the online help files for the internal modem and for details on operation of your modem and modem software NOTE The internal modem does not support the voice functions All data and fax functions are supported CAUTIONS 1 In case of a lightning storm unplug the modem cable from the telephone jack 2 Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line A digital line will damage the modem Region selection Telecommunication regulations vary from one region to another so you will need to make sure the internal modem s settings are correct for the region in which it will be used 1 a In Windows XP click start point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA Internal Modem and click Region Select Utility NOTE Do not use the Country Region Select function in the Modem setup utility in the Control Panel if the function is available If you change the Country Region in the Control Panel the change may not take effect b In Windows 2000 click
52. a disk and copies it to the computer s memory It also writes data from memory to the disk To accomplish these tasks the unit physically rotates the disk at high speed past a read write head Glossary 5 AYVSSO1 GLOSSARY disk storage disk storage Storing data on magnetic disk Data is arranged on concentric tracks much like a phonograph record diskette A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data used on a microcomputer Also called floppy disk display A CRT plasma screen LCD or other image producing device used to view computer output documentation The set of manual and or other instructions written for the users of a computer system or applica tion Computer system documentation typically includes procedural and tutorial information as well as system functions DOS Disk operating system See operating system driver A software program generally part of the operating system that controls a specific piece of hardware frequently a peripheral device such as a printer or mouse E echo To send back a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device You can display the information on the screen or output it to the printer or both When a computer receives back data it transmitted to a CRT or other peripheral device and then retransmits the data to printer the printer is said to echo the CRT Glossary 6 erase See delete escape 1 A code ASCII code 27
53. aea aaia D 1 Appendix E VO a e E 1 Appendix F WitelesSs LAN cccssssoccsetecicrcdesansocdesssevcessetdensdacoceueven seesdeseacccsdacncocscasaweceess F 1 Appendix G AC Power Cord and Connectors 2 2sssssceeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeceeeessseneess G 1 Appendix H Internal Modem Guide ssceeeeecescecssesssnseeneeeeeeseeseececesseneees H 1 Appendix Parts Numbers o5 di ciscccecidceics cetsccccaadccnddeucdeveucdeandcccteesaesGc cacsdecsacsweaseeeeaud l 1 xvii Glossary Index xviii Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA 2000 computer This powerful lightweight notebook computer is designed to provide years of reliable high performance computing This manual tells how to set up and begin using your 2000 computer It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer basic operations and care using optional devices and troubleshooting If you are a new user of computers or if you re new to portable computing first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer s features components and accessory devices Then read Getting Started for step by step instructions on setting up your computer If you are an experienced computer user please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organized then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages Be sure to look over the Special feature
54. also has additional Enter Ctrl and Alt keys to the right of the main keyboard Since the keyboard is smaller and has fewer keys some of the enhanced keyboard functions must be simulated using two keys instead of one on the larger keyboard Your software may require you to use keys that the keyboard does not have Pressing the Fn key and one of the following keys simulates the enhanced keyboard s functions H ak Press Fn F10 or Fn F11 to access the integrated keypad When activated the keys with white markings on the bottom edge become numeric keypad keys Fn F11 or cursor control keys Fn F10 Refer to the Keypad overlay section in this chapter for more information on how to operate these keys The power on default for both settings is off He Press Fn F12 ScrLock to lock the cursor on a specific line The power on default is off Press Fn Enter to simulate Enter on the enhanced keyboard s numeric keypad E gt z Fn Ctrl m A m 5 Press Fn Ctrl to simulate the enhanced keyboard s right Ctrl key 9 J 5 Press Fn Alt to simulate the enhanced keyboard s right Alt key 5 3 THE KEYBOARD User s Manual Hotkeys Hotkeys Fn another key let you enable or disable certain features of the computers H e Sound mute Pressing Fn Esc in a Windows environment turns sound on or off When you press these hotkeys the current setting will be displ
55. and other information processing requirements antistatic A material used to prevent the buildup of static electricity application A group of programs that together are used for a specific task such as accounting financial planning spreadsheets word process ing and games etc ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange ASCII code is a set of 256 binary codes that represent the most commonly used letters numbers and symbols async Short for asynchronous asynchronous Lacking regular time relationship As applied to computer communications asynchronous refers to the method of transmitting data that does not require a steady stream of bits to be transmitted at regular time intervals AUTOEXEC BAT A batch file that executes a series of MS DOS com mands and programs each time you start the computer cache memory backup A duplicate copy of files kept as a Spare in case the original is destroyed batch file A file that can be executed from the system prompt containing a sequence of operating system com mands or executable files See also AUTOEXEC BAT binary The base two number system composed of zeros and ones off or on used by most digital computers The right most digit of a binary number has a value of 1 the next a value of 2 then 4 8 16 and so on For example the binary number 101 has a value of 5 See also ASCII BIOS Basic Input Output System The firmware that contr
56. are available Memory expansion Battery Pack High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack Universal AC Adaptor USBFDD Kit Battery Charger Security lock Slim Port Replicator One memory expansion slot is available for installing a 256 MB memory module The modules are SD Random Access Memory SD RAM An Battery Pack PA3154U can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer The Battery Pack is identical to the one that came with your computer Use it as a spare or replace ment This Battery Pack PA3155U increases your computer s operating time when a main Battery Pack is also installed If you use your computer at more than one site it may be convenient to purchase an additional Universal AC Adaptor for each site so you will not have to carry the adaptor with you A3 1 2 diskette drive accommodates 1 44 megabyte or 720 kilobyte diskettes It connects to a USB port Win dows XP does not support 720 kilobyte diskettes The Battery Charger lets you charge extra batteries outside the computer A slot is available to attach a security cable to the com puter to deter theft The Slim Port Replicator provides the following an external monitor port four USB ports a port for charging a High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack a LAN jack and a DC IN socket Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of your computer Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer Front wit
57. ayed as an icon J a Volume decrease Press Fn 1 to decrease the sound volume After you press this hotkey an icon showing the new setting will be displayed for two seconds Aa Volume increase Press Fn 2 to increase the sound volume After you press this hotkey an icon showing the new setting will be displayed for two seconds H a Instant security Press Fn F1 to lock the keyboard and blank the screen to prevent others from accessing your data To restore the screen and original settings press any key or move the AccuPoint II When a dialog box appears enter the screensaver password and click OK If no password is set the screen will be restored when you press any key 5 4 Soft keys Fn key combinations Aa Power save mode Pressing Fn F2 changes the power save mode If you press Fn F2 the Power Save Mode is displayed in a dialog box Continue holding down Fn and press F2 again to change the setting You can also change this setting through the Plugged in or Running on batteries item of the Power Saver Properties window in Power Saver HAU G Standby When you press Fn F3 the computer can enter Standby To avoid entering Standby unexpectedly a dialog box appears for verification However if you check the checkbox in the dialog box it will not appear from the next time HA e Hibernation When you press Fn F4 the computer can enter Hibernation To avoid entering Hibernation unexpectedly a dia
58. ble OK RING NO CARRIER ERROR NODIALTONE CONNECT lt RATE gt X3 Disable Enable OK RING NO CARRIER ERROR BUSY CONNECT lt RATE gt BLACKLISTED X4 default Enable Enable OK RING NO CARRIER ERROR NODIALTONE BUSY CONNECT lt RATE gt DELAYED BLACKLISTED REORDER WARBLE CALL WAITING DETECTED Appendix C X5 Enable Enable OK RING NO CARRIER ERROR NODIALTONE BUSY CONNECT lt RATE gt RRING NO BONGTONE DELAYED BLACKLISTED REORDER WARBLE CALL WAITING DETECTED Dial tone detect Disabled The modem dials a call regardless of whether it detects a dial tone Enabled The modem dials only upon detection of a dial tone and disconnects the call if the dial tone is not detected within 10 seconds Busy tone detect Disabled The modem ignores any busy tones it receives Enabled The modem monitors for busy tones Result Codes OK n 0 1 2 3 4 5 ERROR Otherwise Zn Recall stored profile The modem performs a soft reset and restores recalls the configura tion profile according to the parameter supplied If no parameter is specified zero is assumed Either Z0 or Z1 restores the profile Result Codes OK n 0 1 ERROR Otherwise amp Cn Data Carrier Detect DCD control Data Carrier Detect is a signal from the modem to the computer indicating that a carrier signal is being received from a remote modem DCD normally turns off when the modem no longer detects the carrier signal C 7
59. bold unless the LAN Administrator selected a different channel when configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point device F 18 Appendix G AC Power Cord and Connectors gt E The power cord s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international as AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country region in z which it is used All cords must meet the following specifications O Length Minimum 2 meters Wire size Minimum0 75 mm Current rating Minimum 2 5 amperes Voltagerating 125 or250 VAC depending on country region s power standards Certification agencies U S and Canada UL listed and CSA certified No 18 AWG Type SVT or SPT 2 two conductor Europe Austria OVE Italy IMQ Belgium CEBEC The Netherlands KEMA Denmark DEMKO Norway NEMKO Finland SETI Sweden SEMKO France UTE Switzerland SEV Germany VDE United Kingdom BSI Australia AS Japan DENANHO In Europe power cords must be VDE type HO5VVH2 F and two conductor For the United States and Canada plug configuration must be a 2 15P 250 V or 1 15P 125 V as designated in the U S National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part II G 1 User s Manual The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U S A and Canada the United Kingdom Australia and Europe USA and Canada United Kingdom APPENDIX G 2o UL ap
60. ce S A 7 Rue Amp re B P 131 92804 Puteaux Cedex Netherlands TOSHIBA Information Systems Benelux B V Rivium Boulevard 412909 LK Capelle a d IJssel Spain TOS HIBA Information Systems ESPANA Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa Planta Escalera A 28830 Madrid United Kingdom TOSHIBA Information Systems U K Ltd TOSHIBA Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge Surrey KT15 2UL 9 19 SNILOOHS318NO L User s Manual 9 20 Appendix A Y XIGNaddy Specifications This appendix summarizes the computer s technical specifications Physical Dimensions Size With TFT display 289 w x229 d x 14 9 19 1 h millimeters does notinclude the thicker part of the bottom of the computer Weight Hard disk Memory Display Kilograms 20GB 256MB 12 XGA TFT 1 19kgtypical Weight will vary depending on whether the computer has Wireless LAN capability Environmental Requirements Ambient Relative Conditions temperature humidity Operating 5 C 41 F to35 C 95 F 20 to 80 Nonoperating 20 C 4 F to65 C 149 F 10 to 90 ThermalGradient 20 C perhourmaximum Wet bulb temperature 26 Cmaximum Conditions Altitude fromsea level Operating 60to3 000 meters Nonoperating 60to 10 000 meters maximum Power Requirements AC adaptor 100 240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz cycles per second A 1 APPENDIX A User s Manual Computer 15VDC Built in Modem
61. compat ible functions Special port for connecting an optional Slim Port Replicator or High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack Two Universal Serial Bus USB enables chain connection of a number of USB equipped devices to one port on your computer Features Slots PC card SD card Multimedia Sound System A PC card slot accommodates One 5 mm Type II Refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices for details The SD card slot accommodates SD cards Refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices for details Windows Sound System compatible sound system provides internal speaker as well as jacks for an external microphone and headphone Communications Modem Wireless LAN TOSHIBA Console button Internet button An internal modem provides capability for data and fax communication It supports V 90 Refer to Appendix E The speed of data transfer and fax depends on analog tele phone line conditions It has a modem jack for connecting to a telephone line It is preinstalled as a standard device in some markets The computer is equipped with a LAN card that supports Ethernet LAN 10 Mbit s 1OBASE T and Fast Ethernet LAN 100 Mbit s IOOBASE Tx Itis preinstalled as a standard device in some markets In some markets the computer is equipped with a Wireless LAN mini PCI card that is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802 11 Standard Revision B I
62. connected to an electric outlet Make sure the outlet is supplying power by plugging in an appliance Make sure there is no obstruction blocking communication between the computer and the target device If problems persist contact your dealer Hardware and system checklist Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation Touch Pad Problem Procedure On screen pointer The system might be busy If the pointer is does not respond to shaped as an hourglass wait for it to resume Pad operation its normal shape and try again to move it Double tapping Try changing the double click speed setting in does not work the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as instructed and click OK The mouse pointer Try changing the speed setting in the mouse moves too fast or control utility too slow 1 Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the speed as instructed and click OK If problems persist contact your dealer SNILOOHS318NO L TROUBLESHOOTING User s Manual USB mouse Problem Procedure On screen pointer does not respond to cPad operation Double tapping does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow The mouse pointer moves erractically
63. connecting to an Enterprise Network Although your Wireless LAN card will work fine in most network environments with the Basic Parameters you may wish to explore the advanced parameters options as displayed in the Wireless LAN card s Edit Configuration window You can set advanced parameters only if your computer is connected to an existing network Consult your LAN administrator for details Encryption window The encryption tab enables you to define the encryption keys that your Wireless LAN card should use to Decrypt Wireless messages received via its Wireless interface Encrypt data that will be transmitted via the Wireless interface CAUTION Encryption needs to be the same for all Wireless LAN stations amp Edit Configuration Office Work 27 xi Basic Encryption Advanced Admin Adapter M Enable Data Security Encrypt data transmission using Key 1 X TI r Encryption Keys Key Use Alphanumeric Character Use Hexadecimal 0 9 af Kev 4 Kep 1 fi 2345 Key 2 abcde Key 3 fi 234567890123 Key 4 JABCDEF1 234561 Cancel Apply Help Figure F 7 Encryption window F 12 Appendix F You can identify up to four different key values to decrypt Wireless data and select one of these keys to encrypt Wireless data transmissions Advanced window Use this window to set advanced parameters Edit Configuration Office Work Figure F 8 Advanced window Card
64. ctions you performed immediately before the problem occurred If you have a printer attached print a copy of the screen using PrtSc The questions and procedures offered in this chapter are meant as a guide they are not definitive problem solving techniques Many problems can be solved simply but a few may require help from your dealer If you find you need to consult your dealer or others be prepared to describe the problem in as much detail as possible Preliminary checklist Consider the simplest solution first The items in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer This includes your printer and any other external device you are using Before you attach an external device turn the computer off When you turn the computer back on it recognizes the new device Make sure all options are set properly in the setup program Check all cables Are they correctly and firmly attached Loose cables can cause signal errors Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins 9 1 SNILOOHS318NO L TROUBLESHOOTING User s Manual Check that your diskette is correctly inserted and that the diskette s write protect tab is correctly set Make notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log This will help you describe your problems to your dealer I
65. d 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 connec tions 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 them selves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment s Ringer Equivalence Number REN and an explanation notice similar to the following The Ringer Equivalence Number REN of the modem which can vary For the REN of your modem refer to your modem s label 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 termina tion 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
66. d keys for numeric input when the Numeric mode indicator lights green Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard AC adaptor The AC adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to the computer It can automatically adjust to any voltage from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz enabling you to use the computer in almost any region To recharge the battery simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source and the computer See Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for details Figure 2 10 The AC adaptor CAUTION Use only the AC adaptor that came with the computer or an equivalent optional adaptor Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case 2 10 Chapter 3 Getting Started This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer It covers the following topics o o Setting up your work space for your health and safety NOTE Be sure also to read Instruction Manual for Safety amp Comfort This guide which is included with the computer explains product liability Opening the display Connecting the AC adaptor Turning on the power Windows XP Professional 2000 setup Turning off the power Restarting the computer Restoring the Windows system If you are a new user follow the steps in each section of this chapter as you prepare to opera
67. d suggests courses of action if the computer doesn t seem to be working properly The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of acronyms used in the text The Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe identify and highlight terms and operating procedures Abbreviations On first appearance and whenever necessary for clarity abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition For example Read Only Memory ROM Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary Icons Icons identify ports dials and other parts of your computer The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard For example Enter identifies the Enter key XX Conventions Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign For example Ctrl C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same time press C If three keys are used hold down the first two and at the same time press the third ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an
68. dary battery is installed When the secondary battery is not charging 2 When the main battery is not charging 3 Tf a main battery and a secondary battery are installed the computer does not enter Resume mode until the charge in both batteries is exhausted 4 When no secondary battery is installed 5 When no main battery is installed NOTE When batteries are charged the main battery is charged first When it is fully charged the secondary battery is charged 6 3 GNV Y3MOd SAqOWN df 4aMod POWER AND Power Up Mopbes User s Manual Power indicators The Main battery Secondary battery DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator panel alert you to the computer s operating capability and battery charge status Battery indicators Check the Main battery indicator to determine the status of the main battery and the Secondary battery indicator to determine the status of the secondary battery The following indicator lights indicate the battery status Flashing orange Orange Green No light The battery charge is low The AC adaptor must be connected to recharge the battery Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and charging the battery Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is fully charged Under any other conditions the indicator does not light NOTE If the battery becomes too hot while it is being charged the charge will stop and the battery indicator will g
69. difier in seconds S7 is not associated with the W dial modifier Range 1 255 Default 50 Units seconds Comma pause time This register sets the time in seconds that the modem must pause when it encounters a comma in the dial command string In some countries regions S8 will set both wait before dialing and comma pause time Range 0 255 Default 2 Units seconds DTMF dialing speed This register determines the dialing speed which is prefixed for each country region Range 50 255 Default 95 Units 001 seconds Escape guard time This register sets the value in 20 millisecond increments for the required pause after the escape sequence Range 0 255 Default 50 Units 02 seconds Appendix D S37 Dial line rate S37 0 default maximum modem speed 37 1 reserved S 37 2 1200 75 bps 37 3 300 bps 37 4 reserved S37 5 1200 bps S37 6 2400 bps S37 7 4800 bps S37 8 7200 bps S 37 9 9600 bps S37 10 12000 bps S 37 11 14400 bps S 37 12 16800 bps 37 13 19200 bps S 37 14 21600 bps S 37 15 24000 bps S37 16 26400 bps S37 17 28800 bps S 37 18 31200 bps S 37 19 33600 bps D 5 Appenpix D User s Manual AT command set result codes The following table shows the result codes The result code summary Result Code Numeric Description OK 0 Command executed CONNECT 1 Modem connected to line RING 2 A ring signal has been detected NOCARRIER 3 Modem lost carrier signal or does not de
70. dio alarms such as low battery condition generated by the system Front with the display open Figure 2 6 shows the front of the computer with the display open To open the display push the display latch on the front of the computer and lift the display up Position the display at a comfortable viewing angle THE GRAND Tovr INTERNET BUTTON DISPLAY SCREEN TOSHIBA ConsoLe BUTTON DISPLAY HINGE DisPLAY HINGE SENSOR SWITCH PoweR BUTTON Figure 2 6 The front with the display open 2 6 Front with the display open Display screen Display hinge Power button Internet button tD TOSHIBA Console button o t Touch pad Touch pad control buttons Sensor switch The full color LCD displays high contrast text and graphics and is compatible with the industry standard Video Graphics Array VGA The LCD consists of up to 1024 x 768 pixels or dots The computer has a Thin Film Transistor TFT display Refer to Appendix B When the computer operates on power through the AC adaptor the display screen s image will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power The lower brightness level is intended to save battery power The display hinge holds the display screen at easy to view angles HNO GNVH IHL Press the power button to turn the computer s power on and off Press this button to launch an Internet browser If the computer s power is off you can pr
71. does not exceed 5 3 The standard connecting arrangement telephone jack type for this equipment is jack type s USOC RJLIC The IC registration number of the modem is shown below Canada 1353 11026A Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand Modem warning notice for Australia Modems connected to the Australian telecoms network must have a valid Austel permit This modem has been designed to specifically configure to ensure compli ance with Austel standards when the country region selection is set to Australia The use of other country region setting while the modem is attached to the Australian PSTN would result in you modem being operated in a non compliant manner To verify that the country region is correctly set enter the command ATI which displays the currently active setting To set the country region permanently to Australia enter the following command sequence AT TE 1 ATS133 1 AT amp F AT amp W AT TE 0 ATZ Failure to set the modem to the Australia country region setting as shown above will result in the modem being operated in a non compliant manner Consequently there would be no permit in force for this equipment and the Telecoms Act 1991 prescribes a penalty of 12 000 for the connection of non permitted equipment Notes for use of this device in New Zealand The grant of a Telepermit for a device in no way indicates Telecom acceptance of responsibility for the correct operation of that device under a
72. e Install the dummy card whenever you remove the PC card EJECT BUTTON Figure 8 1 Removing the dummy card 4 Insert the PC card When the card is almost fully seated you will feel some resistance Press gently to ensure a firm connection but do not force the card into position PC carb Figure 8 2 Inserting the PC card 5 Check the configuration in the HW Setup window to make sure it is appropri ate for your card 8 3 User s Manual Removing a PC card To remove the PC card follow the steps below 1 Push the eject button and release it to extend the button 2 Press the extended eject button to pop the card out slightly 3 Grasp the card and pull it out EJECT BUTTON Figure 8 3 Removing the PC card 4 Insert the dummy card Press gently to ensure a firm connection but do not force the card into position Do not leave the PC card slot empty Figure 8 4 Inserting the dummy card 8 4 SD cards SD cards The computer is equipped with an SD card slot that can accommodate Secure Digital flash memory cards with capacities of 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB and 128 MB SD cards let you easily transfer data from devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants that use SD card flash memory The cards have a high level of security and copy protection features The slot cannot accommodate MultiMedia cards CAUTION Keep foreign objects out of the SD card slot A pin or similar objec
73. e 3 5 Turning on the power 3 7 GETTING STARTED User s Manual Windows XP Professional 2000 setup When you first turn on the power the computer s initial screen is the Microsoft Windows XP Professional Startup Screen Logo Follow the on screen directions If you ordered Windows 2000 the operating system is not preinstalled Follow the steps below to install the Windows 2000 and TOSHIBA utilities 1 Turn on the computer load the Product Recovery CD ROM in the drive and turn off the power 2 Hold down the C key and turn on the power When In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA appears release the C key 3 Follow the on screen instructions NOTE You can get the Product key from a seal on the bottom of the computer Windows 2000 only Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of the following modes Shut down Boot Hibernation or Standby mode Shut Down mode Boot mode When you turn off the power in Shut Down mode no data is saved and the computer will boot to the operating system s main screen 1 If you have entered data save it to the hard disk or to a diskette 2 Make sure all disk activity has stopped then remove any CDs or diskette CAUTION Make sure the Disk is off If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed you can lose data or damage the disk 3 If you are using Windows XP click start then click Turn off computer From the Turn off computer menu select Turn off
74. e also Battery Pack charging 6 8 extending life 6 11 indicator 2 8 6 4 lock 2 6 6 12 monitoring capacity 6 9 real time clock 1 4 6 6 safety precautions 6 7 save mode 1 7 types 6 5 Battery Charger 1 10 8 11 Battery Pack 1 4 1 10 6 5 8 10 High Capacity 2nd 1 10 8 10 location 2 5 replacing 6 11 Boot priority 7 7 C Cache memory CPU cache 1 3 Level 2 cache 1 3 Charger See Battery Charger Cleaning the computer 4 14 Cooling 1 8 4 15 D E DCIN indicator 2 8 6 4 Disk indicator 2 8 Diskette care 4 4 Display 1 3 2 6 See also Video modes and Monitor external automatic power off 1 6 controller 1 3 Appendix B driver 1 9 hinge 2 6 opening 3 5 selection See Hot keys Documentation list 1 2 E Environment 3 2 Equipment checklist 1 1 Equipment setup general conditions 3 2 placement 3 2 Ergonomics lighting 3 4 seating and posture 3 3 work habits 3 4 Expansion memory See Memory expansion X3QN F Fn 1 volume decrease 5 4 Fn 2 volume increase 5 4 Fn Alt enhanced keyboard simula tion 5 3 Fn Ctrl enhanced keyboard simula tion 5 3 Fn Enter 5 3 Index 1 INDEX User s Manual Fn Esc sound mute 5 4 Fn esse 1 8 Fn F1 instant security 5 4 Fn F2 power save mode 5 5 Fn F3 standby 5 5 Fn F4 hibernation 5 5 Fn F5 display selection 5 5 Fn F6 display brightness 5 6 Fn F7 display brightness 5 6 Fn F10 arrow mode 5 3 5 7 Fn F11 numer
75. eca Ea i MODEM JACK Modem jack amp CAUTIONS 1 THE GRAND Tovr LAN jack gt LANindicator Universal Serial Bus port gt External monitor port DC IN 15V DC IN 15V oC 2 4 LANJjack USB PorTS DC IN 15V Figure 2 4 The computer s back side In areas where an internal modem is installed as standard equipment there is a modem jack that lets you use a modular cable to connect the modem directly to a tele phone line The modem is not supported in some marketing regions In case of a lightning storm unplug the modem cable from the telephone jack Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line A digital line will damage the modem This jack lets you connect to a LAN The adaptor has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T and Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE Tx This indicator glows green when the computer is accessing the LAN The Universal Serial Bus USB port enables chain connection of a number of USB equipped devices to one port on your computer For example you might connect a USB HUB to the computer then connect a keyboard to the USB HUB and a mouse to the keyboard This 15 pin port lets you connect an external monitor The AC adaptor connects to this socket Use only the model of AC adaptor that comes with the computer Using the wrong adaptor can damage your
76. ed and orange means being charged Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes The Secondary battery indicator shows the condition of the charge of an optional High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack Green means fully charged and orange means being charged Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Indicators Disk The Disk indicator glows green when the computer is accessing a disk drive Wireless The Wireless communication indicator lights when the communication Wireless LAN function is turned on This indicator is used C only models with Wireless LAN functions The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and the CapsLockindicator HNO aNY459 IHL When the F10 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you control the cursor When the F11 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you enter numbers NUMERIC MODE ARROW MODE Figure 2 8 Keypad overlay indicators When the CapsLock indicator glows the keyboard is in all caps mode Caps Lock Figure 2 9 CapsLock indicator 2 9 THE GRAND Tovr User s Manual Keyboard indicator CapsLock This indicator glows green when the alphabet keys are locked in uppercase Arrow mode When the Arrow mode indicator lights green you can P use the keypad overlay white labeled keys as cursor gt keys Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard Numeric mode You can use the keypad overlay white labele
77. eless communication SWITCH seseiirsseisiuinreninidn anaia 4 5 Wireless communication LED aessssssesssrrseseserneeensnnnesserennenennnnnenseeenn 4 5 LAN ia a a E a aa aa ES 4 6 LAN Cable YDES cia a TS 4 6 COMNMECTING CADIS sss sc teeccsecveasactedennines denne aaea EE ETE NEEE LAR 4 6 Disconnecting Cable esera 4 7 Network Device SWITCH wiscssssecessivees ditches iceieidleysaictiiatichavanieaieewdeen ties 4 8 Super Long Life SCHEME eceeceeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeesaaeeseceeeeeeneees 4 10 Using the internal modem ccceceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseenes 4 10 REGION SCIOCTION sessirnir annen an AEE AAEE 4 10 Properties Monissa inkaa nEs K ERE EERENS 4 11 COMME CHING eannan in E EE Ea 4 13 DISCOMMOCKING esras AE EERE E 4 14 xiv Cleaning the computer cccescccesseeeeeeteeeeeeeeeseeseeeeeeneeeeesseeeeeeeees 4 14 Moving the computer cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesseeneseeeeeseneees 4 14 Heat dispersal ccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeesneeeseeeeesseeeeseeeeeeseeees 4 15 Chapter 5 The Keyboard Typewriter KOYS cccssceseeeeensseeeeeeeeensneeeeeeesensneeeeeeeseesseeeeeeeseesseeeeeeeees 5 1 F171 F12 FUNCTION KCYS 200 ccc ceceeee cece eeeeeee eee eeeeneeeseeeeseneeseeeeesneneseeeeesees 5 2 Soft keys Fn key combinations ccceeeeeeeteeeeeeeeeeseteeeeneeeeeeneeeeeees 5 2 Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard cccceeeeeeeneeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeaaes
78. er volume Glossary 7 AYWSSO1K GLOSSARY HW Setup HW Setup A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various hardware components icon A small graphic image displayed on the screen or in the indicator panel In Windows an icon represents an object that the user can manipulate infrared port A cableless communi cations capable of using infrared signals to send serial data input The data or instructions you provide to a computer communication device or other peripheral device from the keyboard or external or internal storage devices The data sent or output by the sending computer is input for the receiving computer instruction Statements or commands that specify how to perform a particu lar task interface 1 Hardware and or software components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another 2 To physically connect one system or device to another to exchange information 3 The point of contact between user the computer and the program for example the keyboard or amenu Glossary 8 interrupt request A signal that gives a component access to the processor T O Input output Refers to accep tance and transfer of data to and from acomputer TO devices Equipment used to communicate with the computer and transfer data to and from it jumper A small clip or wire that allows you to change the hardware characteristics by electrically connect
79. ery Pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a new one The life of the Battery Pack is generally about 500 recharges If the Battery indicator flashes orange shortly after fully recharging the battery the Battery Pack needs to be replaced You might also replace a discharged Battery Pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source This section explains how to remove and install Battery Packs SAQOWN df 4aMod GNV Y3MOd POWER AND Power Up Mopes User s Manual Removing the Battery Pack To replace a discharged Battery Pack follow the steps below CAUTION When handling Battery Packs be careful not to short circuit the terminals Also do not drop hit or otherwise apply impact do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the Battery Pack Save your work Turn the computer s power off Make sure the Power indicator is off Remove all cables connected to the computer Turn the computer upside down with the back of the computer facing you Slide the battery lock to free the Battery Pack for removal DU FF WN Fit your finger into the indentation next to the Battery Pack and lift it out CAUTION For environmental reasons do not throw away a spent Battery Pack Please return spent Battery Packs to your TOSHIBA dealer BATTERY LOCK INDENTATION Figure 6 1 Removing the Battery Pack 6 12 Replacing the Battery Pack In
80. es simultaneous display on the internal LCD and on an external computer monitor To enable this function use the Display Properties dialogue box A broad range of audio controls are possible through the ALi sound driver including Software Synthesize Mic volume and Power management Click Control Panel and click the ALi sound setup icon to adjust power manage ment settings For other sound settings use the Windows Device Manager Multimedia panel or volume control dial This preinstalled driver makes the computer LAN ready for a computer running Windows 2000 To make LAN settings click Start point to Settings click Control Panel and double click the Network icon TOSHIBA Accessibility This utility lets you make the Fn key sticky that is you Hotkey utility TOSHIBA Controls TOSHIBA Console can press it once release it and they press an F number key The Fn key remains active until another key is pressed This utility lets you display or hide a confirmation message when you press Fn F3 or Fn F4 Use this utility to customize TOSHIBA Console button settings TOSHIBA Console is a graphical user interface that provides easy access to help and services It is the default function launched by the TOSHIBA Console button 1 9 NOILONGOULN INTRODUCTION User s Manual Options You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use The following options
81. esides in external memory Glossary 3 AYYSS019 GLOSSARY capacity capacity The amount of data that can be stored on a magnetic storage device such as a diskette floppy disk or hard disk It is usually described in terms of kilobytes KB where one KB 1024 bytes and megabytes MB where one MB 1024KB card Synonym for board See board CardBus An industry standard bus for 32 bit PC Cards CD ROM A Compact Disk Read Only Memory is a high capacity disk that can be read from but not written to The CD ROM drive uses a laser rather than magnetic heads to read data from the disk character Any letter number punctuation mark or symbol used by the computer Also synonymous with byte chassis The frame containing the computer chip A small semiconductor contain ing computer logic and circuitry for processing memory input output functions and controlling other chips CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor An electronic circuit fabricated on a silicon wafer that requires very little power Integrated circuits implemented inCMOS technology can be tightly packaged and are highly reliable cold start Starting a computer that is currently off turning on the power Glossary 4 commands Instructions you enter at the terminal keyboard that direct the actions of the computer or its periph eral devices communications The means by which a computer transmits and receives data
82. ess this button to turn on the computer s power and launch the browser automati cally in one step Press this button to launch an application automatically The default is TOSHIBA Console A Touch pad located in the center of the palm rest is used to control the on screen pointer Refer to the Using the Touch pad section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Control buttons below the Touch pad let you select menu items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the on screen pointer This switch shuts down the computer when you close the cover and the panel power on off feature is enabled 2 7 THE GRAND Toul User s Manual Indicators Figure 2 7 shows the indicators which light when various computer operations are in progress 2 8 WIRELESS COMMUNICATION Man SECONDARY Disk BATTERY BATTERY Figure 2 7 The power source system indicators Power source system indicators DCIN Power Main battery Secondary battery T The DC IN indicator glows green when DC power is supplied from the AC power adaptor If the adaptor s output voltage is abnormal or if the power supply malfunc tions this indicator flashes orange The Power indicator glows green when the computer is on If you turn off the computer in Resume mode this indicator blinks orange one second on two seconds off while the computer shuts down The Main battery indicator shows the condition of the charge Green means fully charg
83. etwork PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries regions the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance Network Compatibility Statement This product is designed to work with and is compatible with the following networks It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional require ments conditional inEG 201 121 Germany ATAAB ANO005 AN006 AN007 AN009 ANO10and DE03 04 05 08 09 12 14 17 Greece ATAAB ANO005 AN006andGRO1 02 03 04 Portugal ATAAB AN001 005 006 007 01 1 and P03 04 08 10 Spain ATAAB AN005 007 012 and ESO1 Switzerland ATAAB AN002 All other countries regions ATAAB AN003 004 Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details The hookflash timed break register recall function is subject to separate national type approvals It has not been tested for conformity to national type regulations and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific function on specific national networks can be given Japan regulations Region selection If you are using the computer in Japan technical regulations described in the Telecommunications Business Law require that you select the Japan region
84. f a problem recurs the log will help you identify the problem faster Analyzing the problem Sometimes the system gives clues that can help you identify why it is malfunction ing Keep the following questions in mind Which part of the system is not operating properly keyboard diskette drives hard disk drive printer display Each device produces different symptoms Is the operating system configuration set properly Check the configuration options What appears on the display screen Does it display any messages or random characters Print a copy of the screen if you have a printer attached Look up the messages in the software and operating system documentation Check that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached Loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent signals Do any icons light Which ones What color are they Do they stay on or blink Write down what you see Do you hear any beeps How many Are they long or short Are they high pitched or low Is the computer making any unusual noises Write down what you hear Record your observations so you can describe them to your dealer 9 2 Software The problems may be caused by your software or diskette If you cannot load a software package the media usually a diskette may be damaged or the program might be corrupted Try loading another copy of the software If an error message appears while you are using a software package check the so
85. f silence after dialing the number If silence is not detected the modem sends a NO ANSWER result code back to the caller Hook flash Causes the modem to go on hook for 0 5 seconds and then return to off hook Appendix G En Hn Return to command mode Causes the modem to return to command mode after dialing a number without disconnecting the call S n Dial a telephone number previously stored using the amp Zn X command See amp Zn X command for more information The range is 0 3 Echo command This command controls whether or not the characters entered from your computer keyboard are displayed on your monitor echoed while the modem is in command mode E0 Disables echo to the computer E1 Enables echo to the computer default Result Codes OK n 0 1 ERROR Otherwise Hook control This command instructs the modem to go on hook to disconnect a call or off hook to make the phone line busy HO Modem goes on hook default H1 Modem goes off hook Result Codes OK n 0 1 ERROR Otherwise Request ID information This command displays product information about the modem 10 Returns modem identity string and driver version number 13 Same as l0 19 Returns region ID in English Result Codes OK n 0 3 9 ERROR Otherwise C 3 9 XlaNaday ApPENDIX C User s Manual Ln Mn Nn Monitor speaker volume This command sets speaker volume to low medium or high LO Low volume L
86. ftware documentation These documents usually include a problem solving section or a summary of error messages Next check any error messages in the OS documentation Hardware and system checklist Hardware Ifyou cannot find a software problem check your hard ware First run through the items in the preliminary checklist above If you still cannot correct the problem try to identify the source The next section provides checklists for individual components and peripherals Hardware and system checklist This section discusses problems caused by your computer s hardware or attached peripherals Basic problems may occur in the following areas System start up Pointing device Self test PCcard Power SDcard Password Monitor Keyboard Sound system LCDpanel USB Hard disk drive Modem Diskette drive LAN Infrared port Wireless LAN System start up When the computer does not start properly check the following items SelfTest Power Sources SNILOOHS318NO L Power on Password 9 3 TROUBLESHOOTING User s Manual Self test When the computer starts up the self test will be run automatically and the following willbe displayed In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA This message remains on the screen for a few seconds If the self test is successful the computer tries to load the operating system Depending on how the Boot Priority is set in the HW Setup program the co
87. g Taking proper care of it will help ensure longer operating time on battery power as well as a longer life for your Battery Pack Follow the instructions in this section carefully to ensure safe operation and maximum performance Safety precautions 1 Turn off the computer s power immediately and disconnect the power cord from the power socket if the Battery Pack produces an odor overheats or changes color or shape while it is being used or charged Carefully remove Battery Pack from the computer the 2 Be very careful not to short circuit the Battery Pack Contacting both terminals with a metal object can cause injury fire or damage to the Battery Pack 3 Do not overcharge reverse charge mutilate or disassemble the Battery Pack Any one of those actions could release toxic materials hydrogen and or oxygen or other electrolytic substances or cause an increase in the Battery Pack s surface temperature 4 Do not expose the Battery Pack to fire the Battery Pack could explode 5 Battery Packs contain toxic substances Do not dispose of them with ordinary trash Dispose of Battery Packs only in accordance with local ordinances Always cover the metal terminals with insulating tape to avoid short circuits 6 Ifthe Battery Pack has leaked or been vented it should be replaced immedi ately Use protective gloves when handling a damaged Battery Pack 7 When it becomes necessary to replace the Battery Pack it mu
88. ghtly higher than your hips If necessary use a foot rest to raise the level of your knees to ease pressure on the back of your thighs Adjust the back of your chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine Sitstraight so that your knees hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you work Do not slump forward or lean back too far 3 3 G3LYVLS ONILLAL GETTING STARTED User s Manual Lighting Proper lighting can improve legibility of the display and reduce eye strain Position the computer so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen Use tinted windows shades or other screen to eliminate sun glare Avoid placing the computer in front of bright light that could shine directly in your eyes Ifpossible use soft indirect lighting in your computer work area Use a lamp to illuminate your documents or desk but be sure to position the lamp so that it does not reflect off the display or shine in your eyes Work habits A key to avoiding discomfort or injury from repetitive strain is to vary your activi ties If possible schedule a variety of tasks into your work day If you must spend long periods at the computer finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency Sit ina relaxed posture Good positioning of your chair and equipment as described earlier can reduce tension in your shoulders or neck and ease back strain Va
89. h the display closed Figure 2 1 shows the computer s front with its display panel in the closed position POWER SOURCE SYSTEM INDICATORS DISPLAY LATCH Figure 2 1 Front of the computer with display closed Display latch This latch secures the LCD panel in its closed position Push the latch to open the display Power source LEDs let you monitor the status of various computer systemindicators functions Details are given in the Indicators section 2 1 HNO GNVH IHL THE GRAND Toul User s Manual Left side Figure 2 2 shows the computer s left side SECURITY LOCK SLOT SD carp INDICATOR FAN VENT SD carp sLOT Figure 2 2 The left side of the computer Security lock A security cable attaches to this slot The optional security slot cable anchors your computer to a desk or other large object coc to deter theft Fan vent Provides air flow for the fan CAUTION Be careful not to block the fan vent Also be careful to keep foreign objects out of the vents A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry SD card slot This slot lets you transfer data from the device to your P computer CAUTION Keep foreign objects out of the SD card slot A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry SD card indicator This indicator glows green when the computer is accessing the SD card Slot 2 2 Right side Right side Figure 2 3 shows the compute
90. haracteristics R F Frequency Band 2 4GHz 2400 2483 5 MHz Modulation Technique Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum E CCK for High amp Medium Transmit Rate DQPSK for Standard Transmit Rate E DBPSK for Low Transmit Rate Spreading 11 chip Barker Sequence Bit Error Rate BER Better than 10 Nominal Output Power 15dBm Transmit Rate High Medium Standard Low Speed Speed Speed Speed 11 Mb s 5 5Mb s 2 Mb s 1Mb s Receiver Sensitivity 83dBm 87 dBm 91dBm_ 94 dBm Delay Spread 65 ns 225 ns 400 ns 500 ns at FER of lt 1 The range of the Wireless signal is related to the Transmit Rate of the Wireless communication Communications at lower Transmit range may travel longer distances NOTE The range values listed in Table F 5 are typical distances as measured at the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN laboratories These values provide rule of thumb guides They may vary according to the actual radio conditions at the location where the Wireless LAN product is installed The range of your Wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high density materials Range is also affected by obstacles in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal Table F 5 lists the typical ranges when used indoors in office environments such as the following In Open Office environments where antennas can see each other i e there are no physical obstructions between them InSem
91. he power button and hold it down for five seconds then turn the power on again 3 11 G3LYVLS ONILLAL User s Manual If you carry the computer on board an aircraft or into a hospital be sure to shut down the computer in hibernation mode or in shutdown mode to avoid radio signalinterference Benefits of standby The standby feature provides the following benefits Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does hiberna tion Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System Standby feature You can use the panel power off feature Executing standby GETTING STARTED You can enter standby mode in one of three ways 1 In Windows XP click Start click Turn Off Computer and click Stand by In Windows 2000 click Start click Shut Down select Stand by and click OK Close the display panel This feature must be enabled Refer to the System Power Mode item in Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel In Windows XP click Performance and Maintenance and click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon In Windows 2000 double click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon Press the power button This feature must be enabled Refer to the System Power Mode item in Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel In Windows XP click Performance and Maintenance and click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon In W
92. he touch pad The touch pad could be damaged 4 1 SoIsvg ONILVH3adO OPERATING Basics User s Manual For some functions you can tap the touch pad instead of pressing a control button Click Tap the touch pad once Double click Tap the touch pad twice Drag and drop 1 Hold down the left control button and move the cursor to drag the item you want to move 2 Lift your finger to drop the item where you want it Scroll Vertical Move your finger up or down the right edge of the touch pad Horizontal Move your finger left or right along the bottom edge of the touch pad Using the USB FDD Kit A3 1 2 external diskette drive module connects to the USB port NOTE The USB FDD Kit is an option with some models Z EJECT BUTTON USB CONNECTOR DISK IN USE INDICATOR Figure 4 2 The 3 1 2 USB FDD Kit Ejectbutton When a diskette is fully seated in the drive the eject button pops out To remove a diskette push in the eject button and the diskette pops out partially for easy removal Disketteslot Insert diskettes in this slot Disk In Use This indicator lights when the diskette is being Indicator accessed 4 2 Using the USB FDD Kit CAUTION Check the Disk In Use indicator when you use the diskette drive Do not press the eject button disconnect a drive cable or turn off the computer while the light is glowing Doing so could destroy data and damage the diskette or the drive NOTES 1 The exte
93. hone See sound system microphone Microprocessor See Processor Modem 1 5 4 10 connecting 4 13 disconnecting 4 14 jack location 2 4 problems 9 15 properties menu 4 11 region selection 4 10 Monitor external 8 12 See also Video modes and Ports problems 9 14 Moving the computer 4 14 N Numeric keypad See Keypad overlay O Operating system See Windows Overlay See Keypad overlay P Panel power on off See Power Password poweron 1 7 starting the computer with 6 14 supervisor 1 8 7 9 user 7 4 PC card 1 5 installing 8 2 location of slots 2 3 problems 9 13 removing 8 4 Ports DCIN 15V 2 4 docking 2 5 external monitor 1 4 2 4 headphone See Sound system infrared 1 4 2 3 LAN 2 4 microphone See Sound system modem 2 4 USB 1 4 2 4 Power auto power on 1 7 button location 2 6 indicator 2 8 6 5 panel power on off 1 7 restarting 3 13 turning off 3 8 turning on 3 7 system auto off 1 7 Powercord 1 4 2 10 Problems analyzing symptoms 9 2 diskette drive 9 10 hard disk drive 9 9 hardware and system checklist 9 3 infrared port 9 10 keyboard 9 8 LAN 9 17 LCD panel 9 8 modem 9 15 monitor external 9 14 password 9 7 PC card 9 13 power 9 4 preliminary checklist 9 1 SDcard 9 13 self test 9 4 sound system 9 14 support from TOSHIBA 9 18 system start up 9 3 Touch Pad 9 11 USB 9 15 Index 3 X3QN INDEX User s Manual USB mouse 9 12 Wireless LAN 9 17 Processor 1 3 R Real time clock battery See
94. hysical contact with the computer If the computer is used for long periods its surface can become very warm While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest for example your skin might suffer low heat injury Also if the AC adaptor has been used for a long time avoid prolonged physical contact with the AC adaptor It can become very warm Pressure or impact damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer components or otherwise cause malfunctions PC card overheating Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use Overheating of a PC card can result in errors or instability in the PC card operation Also be careful when you remove a PC card that has been used for a long time xxiii User s Manual xxiv Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checklist and it identifies the computer s features options and accessories CAUTION Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer Save the box and packing materials for future use Check to make sure you have all the following items PORTEGE2000Portable Perso
95. i open Office environments where work space is divided by shoulder height hollow wall elements antennas are at desktop level F 17 J Xianaddy APPENDIX F User s Manual In Closed Office environments work space is separated by floor to ceiling solid walls Supported frequency sub bands Subject to the radio regulations that apply in your country region your Wireless LAN card may support a different set of 2 4 GHz channels see Table F 6 Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for information about the radio regulations that apply in your country region Table F 6 Wireless IEEE 802 11 Channels Sets Frequency Range 2400 2483 5 MHz Channel ID 1 2412 2417 2422 2427 2432 2437 2442 2447 2452 2457 2462 AOANDO HRW PD Factory set default channels When installing Wireless LAN cards the channel configuration is managed as follows For Wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN Infrastructure the Wire less LAN card will automatically start operation at the channel identified by the Wireless LAN Access Point When roaming between different access points the station can dynamically switch to another channel if required For Wireless LAN cards installed in Wireless clients operating in a peer to peer mode the card will use the default channel 10 Ina Wireless LAN Access Point the Wireless LAN card will use the factory set default channel printed in
96. ic mode 5 3 5 8 Fn F12 ScrLock 5 3 Fn Sticky key 5 6 Function Keys 5 2 H Hard disk drive 1 3 automatic power off 1 6 problems 9 9 Hibernation 1 7 5 5 Hotkeys 1 6 5 4 display brightness 5 6 display selection 5 5 hibernation 5 5 instant security 5 4 power save mode 5 5 standby 5 5 sticky key utility 5 6 volume decrease 5 4 volume increase 5 4 HW Setup 1 8 accessing 7 1 Boot Priority 7 7 CPU 7 6 Device Config 7 6 Display 7 6 General 7 4 LAN 7 9 Password 7 4 USB 7 8 window 7 2 7 3 Index 2 Indicators 2 8 6 4 Infrared port See also Ports problems 9 10 Instant security See Hot keys Interfaces See Ports Internet button 1 5 2 6 K Keyboard 1 4 5 1 emulating enhanced keyboard 5 2 Fl F12 function keys 5 2 problems 9 8 Typewriter keys 5 1 Keypad overlay 1 6 5 7 arrow mode 5 7 numeric mode 5 8 temporarily changing modes 5 9 temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on 5 8 temporarily using overlay overlay off 5 9 turning on 5 7 Windows special keys 5 7 L LAN See also Wireless LAN 1 5 cable types 4 6 connecting 4 6 disconnecting 4 7 indicator 2 4 jack location 2 4 Network Device Switch 4 8 problems 9 17 Super Long Life scheme 4 10 using 4 6 LCD See Display Video modes and Monitor external Level 2 cache See Cache memory Lock security See Security lock Index Main battery See Battery Pack Memory 1 3 expansion 1 10 8 6 installing 8 7 removing 8 9 slots 1 3 Microp
97. imum comfort and readability Built in Graphics controller 12 1 XGA TFT 1024 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels up to 16 M colors A 128 bit graphics controller maximizes display performance Refer to Appendix B for more information 1 3 NOILLONGOULN INTRODUCTION User s Manual Keyboard Built in Touch pad Built in Power Battery Pack RTC battery AC adaptor Ports Headphone Microphone Infrared External monitor Docking Universal Serial Bus 1 4 84 keys or 85 keys compatible with IBM enhanced keyboard embedded numeric overlay dedicated cursor H and R keys control A touch pad and control buttons in the palm rest enable control of the on screen pointer and scrolling of windows The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium ion polymer Battery Pack The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock RTC and calendar The universal AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low It comes with a detachable power cord Because it is universal it can receive arange of AC voltage between 100 and 240 volts Enables connection of a stereo headphone Enables connection of a monaural microphone This infrared port is compatible with Infrared Data Association IrDA 1 1 Fast InfraRed FIR standards It enables cableless 4 Mbps data transfer with IrDA 1 1 compatible external devices 15 pin analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B
98. indows 2000 double click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon When you turn the power back on you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer NOTES 1 When the computer is shut down in standby mode the power indicator glows orange 2 Ifyou are operating the computer on battery power you can lengthen the operating time by shutting down in hibernation mode Standby mode consumes more power Restoring the Windows system Standby limitations Standby will not function under the following conditions Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise Restarting the computer Certain conditions require that you restart the computer system For example if You change certain computer settings An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands There are two ways to restart the computer system 1 Ifyou are using Windows XP click start then click Turn off computer From the Turn off computer menu select Restart If you are using Windows 2000 click Start and click Shut Down From the Shut Down menu select Restart 2 Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds Wait 10 to 15 seconds then turn the power on again by pressing the power button Restoring the Windows system If preinstalled files are damaged use the Product Recovery CD ROM to restore them To restore the operating system and a
99. ing of charac ters used to identify a specific user The computer provides various levels of password protection such as user supervisor and eject pel The smallest area of the display that can be addressed by software Equal in size to a pixel or group of pixels See pixel peripheral componentinterconnect An industry standard 32 bit bus peripheral device An I O device that is external to the central processor and or main memory such as a printer or a mouse pixel A picture element The smallest dot that can be made on a display or printer Also called a pel plug and play A capability with Windows that enables the system to automatically recognize connections of external devices and make the neces sary configurations in the computer port The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers printed circuit board PCB A hardware component of a processor to which integrated circuits and other components are attached The board itself is typically flat and rectangular and constructed of fiberglass to form the attachment surface program A set of instructions a computer can execute that enables it to achieve a desired result See also application prompt A message the computer provides indicating it is ready for or requires information or an action from you R Radio frequency interference RFT shield A metal shield enclosing the p
100. ing off the power section in Chapter 3 CAUTION 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 Remove all cables connected to the computer Turn the computer upside down and remove the Battery Pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Remove two screws securing the memory module cover Lift off the cover NOTE Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver Figure 8 7 Removing the cover 8 7 s333 q IWNOILdO User s Manual 6 Align the connector on the memory module with the computer s connector and carefully press the module above the connector to ensure a solid connec tion CAUTIONS 1 Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems 2 Press only the area above the connector Do not press on the ICs 7 Secure it with one screw that came with the memory module CAUTION Use only the screw that came with the memory module Figure 8 8 Inserting the memory module 8
101. ir The correct settings for use with this modem in New Zealand are as follows ATB0 CCITT operation AT amp G2 1800 Hz guard tone AT amp P1 Decadic dialing make break ratio 33 67 ATSO 0 not auto answer ATS10 less than 150 loss of carrier to hangup delay factory default of 15 recommended ATS11 90 DTMF dialing on off duration 90 ms ATX2 Dial tone detect but not U S A call progress detect When used in the Auto Answer mode the SO register must be set with a value of 3 or 4 This ensures a aperson calling your modem will hear a short burst of ringing before the modem answers This confirms that the call has been successfully switched through the network b caller identification information which occurs between the first and second ring cadences is not destroyed The preferred method of dialing is to use DTMF tones ATDT as this is faster and more reliable than pulse decadic dialing If for some reason you must use decadic dialing your communications program must be set up to record numbers using the following translation table as this modem does not implement the New Zealand Reverse Dialing standard Number to be dialed 0123456789 Number to program into computer 0987654321 Note that where DTMF dialing is used the numbers should be entered normally The transmit level from this device is set at a fixed level and because of this there may be circumstances where the performance is les
102. is supported the stored profiles are displayed as well amp V View profiles Store current configuration Saves the current active configuration profile including S Regis ters The current configuration comprises a list of storable parameters illustrated in the amp V command These settings are restored to the active configuration upon receiving a ZN command or at power up Refer to the amp V command amp W Stores the current configuration amp Zn x Store telephone number C 10 This command is used to store up to four dialing strings in the modem s nonvolatile memory for later dialing The format for the command is amp Zn stored number where n is the location 0 3 to which the number should be written The dial string may contain up to 34 characters The ATDS n command dials using the string stored in location n Result codes OK n 0 1 2 3 ERROR Otherwise Appendix G Nn Qn Error control mode selection This command determines the type of error control used by the modem when sending or receiving data NO Buffer mode No error control N1 Direct mode N2 MNP or disconnect mode The modem attempts to connect using MNP2 4 error control procedures If this fails the modem disconnects This is also known as MNP reliable mode N3 V 42 MNP or buffered default The modem attempts to connect in V 42 error control mode If this fails it attempts to connect in MNP mode If this fails i
103. isk function keys The keys labeled F1 through F12 that tell the computer to perform certain functions G gigabyte GB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 megabytes See also megabyte GND Ground AnRS 232C signal used in the exchange of data between a computer and serial device graphics The use of drawings pictures or other images such as charts or graphs to present informa tion H hard disk A non removable disk usually referred to as drive C The factory installs this disk and only a trained engineer can remove it for servicing Also called fixed disk hard disk drive HDD Anelectro mechanical device that reads and writes a hard disk See also hard disk hardware The physical electronic and mechanical components of a computer system typically the computer itself external disk drives etc See also software and firmware hertz A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second hexadecimal The base 16 numbering system composed of the digits 0 through 9 and the letters A B C D E and F host computer The computer that controls regulates and transmits information to a device or another computer hot dock undock Connecting or disconnecting a device to or from the computer while the computer s power is turned on hotkey The computer s feature in which certain keys in combination with the extended function key Fn can be used to set system parameters such as speak
104. its s 82 CONNECT 56000 EC Connection at 56000 bits s 100 CONNECT 28000 EC Connection at 28000 bits s 101 CONNECT 29333 EC Connection at 29333 bits s 102 CONNECT 30666 EC Connection at 30666 bits s 103 CONNECT 33333 EC Connection at 33333 bits s 104 CONNECT 34666 EC Connection at 34666 bits s 105 CONNECT 37333 EC Connection at 37333 bits s 106 CONNECT 38666 EC Connection at 38666 bits s 107 CONNECT 41333 EC Connection at 41333 bits s 108 CONNECT 42666 EC Connection at 42666 bits s 109 CONNECT 45333 EC Connection at 45333 bits s 110 CONNECT 46666 EC Connection at 46666 bits s 111 CONNECT 49333 EC Connection at 49333 bits s 112 CONNECT 50666 EC Connection at 50666 bits s 113 CONNECT 53333 EC Connection at 53333 bits s 114 CONNECT 54666 EC Connection at 54666 bits s EC stands for the Error Control method which appears only when the extended result codes configuration option is enabled EC is replaced by one of the following symbols depending on the error control method used V42bis V 42 error control and V 42bis data compression V42 V 42errorcontrolonly NoEC No error control protocol E 2 Appendix E AT Command V90 V 90 Dial Line Rate V90 sets the maximum V 90 downstream that the modem attempts to connect V90 0 V 90disabled V90 1 V 90 enabled automatic speed selection maximum modem speed default User s Manual E 4 Appendix F Wireless LAN This document is intended to help you ge
105. lepermit label may also be shown on the packaging of the product and in the sales literature as required in PTC 100 The charge for a Telepermit assessment is 337 50 An additional charge of 337 50 is payable where an assessment is based on reports against non Telecom New Zealand Specifications 112 50 is charged for each variation when submitted at the same time as the original An invoice for NZ1237 50 will be sent under separate cover Table of Contents Preface Manali contents lt sis ee faces ccscncecsee te pataia nananana anenai aaia aaan xix CONVENTIONS o i502 5s ee boo wee de ceed eaesuceseenvedelsnedecnsiete lend a a e aAa anaE aana XX Abbreviations cc ceeecccceceseeeceeceaseeeeeceeseeececauseseeeceuaeeeeesauseseeetanaeseeeeaa XX ICONS acts cs tuaate stawien E a E E XX ROS ac siedeentnnsac dee ails clea thscnnnsdeece ooectevnsniaqevusad ta qld densienehalydazsntanet dacetereaved XX Key OPGrallOn seniii tel ete deals xxi Display wcsssicacecccttsuetecztia tas ctecaesalatecedecbelieetedetiuel EAE Xxi Messages ociera a n ceeds coe Side ded pee tone cnepeetieb EAA xxi General Precautions Stress INjU y sce ceccccecveseeceecectererseccerentessenceteecstcncetedevscntdeeabecedsttertenee xxiii Heat JULY sern xxiii Pressure or impact damage ssssssnssesununnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnmnnn nna xxiii PC card overheating sccceseeceesseeeeeeeeeesseaeeenseeeeeseeeeeeseeeeeneeeeeees xxiii Chapter 1 Introd
106. line When the echo com mand is enabled the modem echoes back to the local DTE the back space character an ASCII space character and a second backspace character This means a total of three characters are transmitted each time the modem processes the backspace character Range 0 127 ASCH decimal Default 8 backspace Units ASCH Wait before dialing This register sets the length of time in seconds that the modem must wait pause after going off hook before dialing the first digit of the telephone number The modem always pauses for a minimum of two seconds even if the value of S6 is less that two seconds The wait for dial tone call progress feature W dial modifier in the dial string will override the value in register S6 This operation however may be affected by some ATX options according to country region restric tions In some countries regions S6 will set dial tone detect time Range 3 255 Default 3 Units seconds D 3 q XlaNaday Appenpix D User s Manual S7 S8 S11 S12 D 4 Connection completion time out This register sets the time in seconds that the modem must wait before hanging up because carrier is not detected The timer is started when the modem finishes dialing originate or goes off hook an swer In originate mode the timer is reset upon detection of an answer tone if allowed by county restriction The timer also specifies the wait for silence time for the dial mo
107. ll operating conditions In particular the higher speeds at which this modem is capable of operating depend on a specific network implementation which is only one of many ways of delivering high quality voice telephony to customers Failure to operate should not be reported as a fault to Telecom In addition to satisfactory line conditions a modem can only work properly if a itis compatible with the modem at the other end of the call and b the application using the modem is compatible with the application at the other end of the call e g accessing the Internet requires suitable software in addition to a modem This equipment shall not be used in any manner which could constitute a nuisance to other Telecom customers Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s PTC Specifications are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this modem The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom Specifications a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation and b The equipment shall go on hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next c Automatic calls to different numbers shall be not less than 5 seconds apart Immediately disconnect this equipment should it become physically damaged and arrange for its disposal or repa
108. ll preinstalled software follow the steps below CAUTION When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost 1 Load the Product Recovery CD ROM in the drive and turn off the computer s power 2 Hold down the C key and turn on the power When In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA appears release the C key 3 Follow the on screen instructions 3 13 GALYVLS ONILLAY User s Manual Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the Touch Pad the external diskette drive the wireless communication LAN and the internal modem It also provides tips on caring for your computer and on heat dispersal Using the Touch Pad To use the Touch Pad simply press and move your finger tip across it in the direction you want the on screen pointer to go QS JN WA Y VW Wy GN AVX vy Y id V is VAV OES NW y v ToucH Pap ToucH Pap CONTROL BUTTONS Figure 4 1 Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons Two buttons below the keyboard are used like the buttons on a mouse pointer Press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics desig nated by the pointer Press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using CAUTION Do not press on the touch pad too hard or press a sharp object such as a ball point pen against t
109. log box appears for verification However if you check the checkbox in the dialog box it will not appear from the next time a gia Display selection Press Fn F5 to change the active display device When you press these hot keys a dialog box appears Only selectable devices will be displayed Hold down Fn and press F5 again to change the device When you release Fn and F5 the selected device will change If you hold down the keys for three seconds the selection will return to LCD 5 5 auvOgAay SHI THE KEYBOARD User s Manual Display Brightness Pressing Fn F6 decreases the display brightness in increments When you press these hotkeys the current setting will be displayed for two seconds by an icon You can also change this setting through the Monitor brightness item of the Power Save Mode window in Power Saver Display Brightness Pressing Fn F7 increases the display brightness in increments When you press these hotkeys the current setting will be displayed for two seconds by a pop up icon You can also change this setting through the Monitor brightness item of the Power Save Mode window in Power Saver NOTE You cannot change the display brightness for about 18 seconds after the LCD turns on To protect display quality the brightness level is set at the maximum value Fn Sticky key You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the Fn key sticky that is you can press it once release i
110. m it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first Before contacting TOSHIBA try the following Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation for software and peripheral devices Ifa problem occurs when you are running software applications consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions Call the software company s technical support for assistance Consult the dealer you purchased your computer and or software from They are your best sources for current information and support Where to write If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related write to TOSHIBA at the nearest location listed on the below Outside of Europe Australia Singapore TOSHIBA Australia Pty Ltd TOSHIBA Singapore Pte Ltd Information Systems Division 438B Alexandra Road 06 01 84 92 Talavera Road Alexandra Technopark North Ryde N S W 2113 Singapore 119968 Sydney United States of America Canada TOSHIBA America Information TOSHIBA of Canada Ltd Systems Inc 191 McNabb Street 9740 Irvine Boulevard Markham Ontario Irvine California92618 L3R8H2 USA TOSHIBA Support InEurope Germany amp Austria The Rest of Europe TOSHIBA Europe L E GmbH TOSHIBA Europe L E GmbH Gesch ftsbereich Gesch ftsbereich Deutschland sterreich Deutschland sterreich Hammfelddamm8 Hammfelddamm8 D 41460 Neuss Germany D 41460 Neuss Germany France TOSHIBA Syst ms Fran
111. me value Figure F 5 Edit Configuration window peer to peer 6 Inthe field Network Name define the name of the Wireless network to which you want to connect 66 66 99 The Network Name can be any alphanumeric string in the range of a to z A to Z and 0 to 9 with a maximum of 32 characters case sensitive F 7 APPENDIX F User s Manual e If there is already a peer to peer group with this name available your computer will automatically connect to this workgroup e If there is not yet such a group available your computer will automatically start one with this name 7 Click OK to confirm and return to the Add Edit Configuration Profile window 8 Click OK again to finish Working with Wireless and Windows This chapter provides general information about Using your Wireless LAN card Using the Client Manager View Wireless link quality View modify Wireless LAN card settings Using your Wireless LAN card Radio antennas The radio and antennas of your Wireless LAN card perform best in an open environment with as few obstacles as possible To achieve the maximum range for Wireless communications do not cover the top panel and with objects such as books or thick stacks of paper View other computers When multiple Wireless LAN stations are up and running in your Wireless network you can use the procedure described below to display the other computers on the net
112. mple precautions taken when moving the computer will help ensure trouble free operation Make sure all disk activity has ended before moving the computer Check the Disk indicator on the computer and the indicator on any external disk drive Ifadiskette is in the external disk drive remove it Disconnect the AC adaptor and all other peripherals before moving the computer Turn off the power to the computer Close the display Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or back where the interface ports are located Close all port covers Use the carrying case when transporting the computer 4 14 Heat dispersal Heat dispersal To protect from overheating the CPU has an internal temperature sensor If the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered You can select whether to control the CPU temperature by turning on the fan first then if necessary lowering the CPU speed Or by lowering the CPU speed first then if necessary turning on the fan Use the Fan item of the Power Save Mode window in TOSHIBA Power Saver When the CPU temperature falls to a normal range the fan is turned off and the CPU operation returns to standard speed NOTE If the CPU temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting the system automatically shuts down to prevent damage Data in memory will be lost 4 15 solsvg ONILV
113. mputer tries to load first from drive A then from drive C or first from drive C then from drive A If any of the following conditions are present the self test failed The computer stops and does not proceed to display information or messages A beep sounds and after a few seconds no new messages appear Random characters appear on the screen and the system does not function normally The screen displays an error message Turn off the computer and check all cable connections If the test fails again contact your dealer Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC adaptor the Battery Pack is the primary power source However your computer has a number of other power resources including intelligent power supply and Real Time Clock battery These resources are interrelated and any one could affect apparent power problems This section provides check lists for AC adaptor and the main battery If you cannot resolve a problem after following them the cause could lie with another power resource In such case contact your dealer 9 4 Hardware and system checklist Overheating power down If the computer s internal temperature becomes too high the computer will automati cally enter Hibernation or Resume mode and shut down Problem Procedure Computer shuts down Leave the computer off until the DC IN indicator and DC IN indicator stops blinking blinks orange NOTE It is recommended to leave the computer
114. nal Computer Universal AC Adaptor and power cord Modular cable The computer is configured with one of three sets of preinstalled software manual packages and auxiliary media depending on your choice of operating system Windows XP is the Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system Windows 2000 is the Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional operating system Windows XP The following software is preinstalled e Microsoft Windows XP Professional e TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Driver TOSHIBA Software Modem Driver TOSHIBA SD card Driver TOSHIBA Utilities TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility for Display Devices TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Moblile Extention 1 1 NOILONGOHLN INTRODUCTION User s Manual TOSHIBA Common Modules TOSHIBA Controls TOSHIBA Console TOSHIBA Client Manager TOSHIBA Network Device Switch SPANworks 2000 Professional TOSHIBA Skins for Windows Media Player Online manual Documentation e 2000 Portable Personal Computer User s Manual e Microsoft Windows XP Professional manual package e Instruction Manual for Safety amp Comfort e End User License Agreement e International Limited Warranty ILW Instruction This instruction is included only with computers sold in ILW supported areas Product Recovery CD ROM contains TOSHIBA Management Console which is not preinstalled Windows 2000 Service Pack 2 Use the Product Recovery CD ROM to install the following sof
115. nd Range 0 255 Default 0 Units rings Ring counter This register is read only The value of S1 is incremented with each ring If no ring occurs over a six second interval this register is cleared Range 0 225 Default 0 Units rings AT escape character user defined This register determines the ASCII values used for an escape se quence The default is the character The escape sequence allows the modem to exit data mode and enter command mode when on line Values greater than 127 disable the escape sequence Range 0 255 ASCH decimal Default 43 Units ASCH Command line termination character user defined This register determines the ASCII values as the carriage return character This character is used to end command lines and result codes Range 0 127 ASCII decimal Default 13 carriage return Units ASCH Appendix D S4 S5 S6 Response formatting character user defined This register determines the ASCII value used as the line feed charac ter The modem uses a line feed character in command mode when it responds to the computer Range 0 127 ASCH decimal Default 10 line feed Units ASCH Command line editing character user defined This register sets the character recognized as a backspace and pertains to asynchronous only The modem will not recognize the backspace character if it is set to a value that is greater than 32 ASCII This character can be used to edit a command
116. nd answer mode This command is only used in V 22 and V 22bis mode This option is not used in North America and is for international use only amp GO Guard tone disabled default amp G1 Sets guard tone to 550 Hz amp G2 Sets guard tone to 1800 Hz Result Codes OK n 0 1 2 ERROR Otherwise Local flow control selection amp KO Disable flow control amp K3 Enable CTS RTS flow control default amp K4 Enable XON XOFF flow control Result Codes OK n 0 3 4 ERROR Otherwise Select Pulse Dial Make Break Ratio WW amp PO Selects 39 61 make break ratio at 10 pulses per second amp P1 Selects 33 67 make break ratio at 10 pulses per second amp P2 Selects 33 67 make break ratio at 20 pulses per second Result Codes OK n 0 1 2 ERROR Otherwise Self test commands These tests can help to isolate problems if you experience periodic data loss or random errors C 9 9 Xlanaday ApPENDIX C User s Manual amp V amp W amp T0 Abort Stops any test in progress amp T1 Local analog loop This test verifies modem operation as well as the connection between the modem and computer Any data entered at the local DTE is modulated then demodulated and returned to the local DTE To work properly the modem must be off line Result Codes OK n 0 CONNECT n 1 ERROR Otherwise Display Current Configuration This command displays the current configuration of the modem If nonvolatile memory
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118. ng speed Battery optimized Lowers the CPU processing speed first then if necessary turns on the fan This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them For details on operations refer to each utility s online manual help files or readme files TOSHIBA Power Saver To access this power savings management program in HW Setup Fn esse Supervisor Password Utility for Windows 1 8 Windows 2000 open the Control Panel and double click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon In Windows XP open the Control Panel click Performance and Maintenance and click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon This program lets you customize your hardware settings according to the way you work with your computer and the peripherals you use To start the utility in Windows 2000 open the Control Panel and double click the TOSHIBA HW Setup icon In Windows XP open the Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and click the TOSHIBA HW Setup icon This Windows program lets you define your own short cut keys to quickly launch applications and speed your work in Windows To start the utility click the Windows Start button point to Programs Windows XP only point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA Utilities and click Fn esse This utility for Windows lets you register a Supervisor Password which restricts access to HW Setup Display Driver for Windows Sound drivers LAN drivers Utilities The display driver enabl
119. nnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the Battery Pack fully discharges Before doing so follow the steps below 1 Turn off the computer s power 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor 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 LED flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery go to step 4 4 Connect the AC adaptor to the computer and the power cord to a power outlet The DC IN LED should glow green and the Battery LED should glow orange to indicate that the Battery Pack is being charged If the DC IN indicator does not glow power is not being supplied Check the connections for the AC adaptor and power cord 5 Charge the Battery Pack until the Battery LED glows green Ifyou have extra Battery Packs rotate their use Ifyou will not be using the system for an extended period more than one month remove the Battery Pack Disconnect the AC adaptor when the battery is fully charged Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours disconnect the AC adaptor Store spare Battery Packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Replacing the Battery Pack When the Batt
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121. ns that your Wireless hardware will communicate with other vendors IEEE 802 11 compliant Wireless LAN products THE STANDARD Fully compatible with any other Wireless LAN system based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS radio technology that complies with the TEEE 802 11 standard on Wireless LANs Revision B Wireless LAN cards The Wireless LAN card supports the following Wireless LAN features Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 11 5 5 2 and 1 Mbit s Frequency Channel Selection 2 4GHz Roaming over multiple channels Card Power Management Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on the 128 bit RC4 encryption algorithm gt Basic settings for enterprise networks NOTE For Windows XP refer to the operating system help files for procedures on connecting to an Enterprise Network If you wish to connect to an Enterprise Network use the Add Edit Configuration Profile windowto 1 Click the Start button from the Windows task bar 2 Click Settings and then Control Panel 3 Inthe Control Panel window double click the Wireless Network icon 4 Select to connect to an Access Point F 5 User s Manual 5 Set the correct Network Name Add Edit Configuration Profile 21x e Ofcewok esr Figure F 4 Edit Configuration window 6 Inthe field Network Name define the name of the Wireless network to which you want to connect Yo
122. nsumption settings in Power Saver utility Consider using a power saving mode Password Problem Procedure Cannotenter Refer to the Password section in password Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords SNILOOHS318NO L TROUBLESHOOTING User s Manual Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration For more informa tion refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard Problem Procedure Some letter keys produce numbers Output to screen is garbled LCD panel Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not selected Press Fn F10 and try typing again Make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard Remapping involves reassigning the meaning of each key See your software s documentation If you are still unable to use the keyboard consult your dealer Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer s setup Refer to Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords for more information Problem No display Problems above remain unresolved orother problems occur 9 8 Procedure Press hotkeys Fn F5 to change the display priority to make sure it is not set for an external monitor Refer to your software s documentation to determine if the software is causing the difficulty Run the diagnostic test Contact your dealer if the problems continue Hardware and system checklist Hard disk drive Problem Procedure Computer does not Check if a diskette is in
123. nt Manager icon is displayed in the System Tray on your Windows task bar at the right side on the bottom of your screen indicating that the Client Manager programs is running Click the icon once with your left mouse button to retrieve a more detailed status overview Click the icon once with your right mouse button to display a menu with more options F 9 J Xlanaddy APPENDIX F User s Manual View Wireless link quality You can use Client Manager icon on the Windows task bar to verify the link quality of your network connection An overview of all possible icons is given in Table1 When the Client Manager icon is not indicating excellent or good radio connection act as described in Table F 1 Icon E EBE BE BEE F 10 Table F 1 Client Manager Icon Description Excellent radio connection Good radio connection Marginal radio connection The radio signal is weak Move closer to the Wireless LAN Access Point Poor radio connection The radio signal is very weak Save your files and move closer to the Wireless LAN Access Point No radio connection because e Looking for initial connection or e You have moved out of range of the network Peer to Peer network connection Color Green Green Yellow Red Red Blank Appendix F View modify Wireless LAN card settings If you would like to view or modify Wireless LAN parameters for example because you would like to connect to ano
124. o out When the battery s temperature falls to a normal range charge will resume This event occurs regardless of whether the power to the computer is on or off DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected Green Flashing orange No light 6 4 Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and supplying proper power to the computer Indicates a problem with the power supply Plug the AC adaptor into another outlet If it still does not operate properly see your dealer Under any other conditions the indicator does not light Battery types Power indicator Check the Power indicator to determine the power status Green Indicates power is being supplied to the computer and the computer is turned on sado df 4aMmod ANY 43MOd Blinkingorange Indicates the power was turned off while the computer was in Resume mode The indicator turns on for one second and turns off for two seconds No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light Battery types The computer has three types of batteries Battery Packs main and secondary option RealTimeClock RTC battery Main battery When the AC power cord is not connected the computer s main power source is a removable lithium ion polymer Battery Pack also referred to in this manual as the main battery You can purchase Battery Packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source
125. ols data flow within the computer See also firm ware bit Derived from binary digit the basic unit of information used by the computer It is either zero or one Eight bits is one byte See also byte board A circuit board An internal card containing electronic components called chips which perform a specific function or increase the capabilities of the system boot Short for bootstrap A program that starts or restarts the computer The program reads instructions from a storage device into the computer s memory bps Bits per second Typically used to describe the data transmission speed of a modem buffer The portion of the computer s memory where data is temporarily stored Buffers often compensate for differences in the rate of flow from one device to another bus An interface for transmission of signals data or electric power byte The representation of a single character A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit also the smallest addressable unit within the system C cache memory High speed memory which stores data that increases processor speed and data transfer rate When the CPU reads data from main memory it stores a copy of this data in cache memory The next time the CPU needs that same data it looks for it in the cache memory rather than the main memory which saves time The computer has two cache levels Level one is incorporated into the processor and level two r
126. on Glossary 12 soft key Key combinations that emulate keys on the IBM keyboard change some configuration options stop program execution and access the numeric keypad overlay software The set of programs procedures and related documentation associated with a computer system Specifically refers to computer programs that direct and control the computer system s activities See also hardware stop bit One or more bits of a byte that follow the transmitted character or group codes in asynchronous serial communications subpixel Three elements one red one green and blue RGB that make up a pixel on the color LCD The computer sets subpixels indepen dently each may emit a different degree of brightness See also pixel synchronous Having a constant time interval between successive bits characters or events system disk A disk that has been formatted with an operating system For MS DOS the operating system is contained in two hidden files and the COMMAND COM file You can boot a computer using a system disk Also called an operating system disk write protection T terminal A typewriter like keyboard and CRT display screen connected to the computer for data input output TFT A color LCD technology that applies individual transistors to each pixel enabling fine display control and excellent screen legibility TOSHIBA Power Saver A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various p
127. ons application You can also use the AT N command Refer to the online help files for Appendix C AT Com mands In data transmission make sure the parity bit and stop bit settings correspond with those of the remote computer Check the flow control and communication protocol Check the rings before auto answer setting in your communications application You can also use the ATSO command Refer to the online help files for Appendix D S registers If problems persist contact your dealer Hardware and system checklist LAN Problem Procedure Cannot access LAN Check for a firm cable connection between the LAN jack and the LAN HUB If problems persist consult your LAN administra tor Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not restore LAN access consult your LAN adminis trator For more information on wireless communication refer to Chapter 4 Operat ing Basics Problem Procedure Cannot access Make sure the computer s wireless Wireless LAN communication switch is set to on If problems persist consult your LAN administra tor 9 17 SNILOOHS318NO0 L TROUBLESHOOTING User s Manual TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer you may need to contact TOSHIBA for addi tional technical assistance Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating syste
128. or control only NoEC No error control protocol 2 In some countries regions these result codes may not appear D 7 User s Manual D 8 Appendix E V 90 The TOSHIBA internal modem uses V 90 technology The modem is capable of downstream speeds of 56Kbps kilobits per second when connected to an Internet service provider that supports V 90 As with any modem the actual throughput speed of data transfer depends on analog telephone line conditions which can vary considerably Therefore many users will experience throughput in the range of 32 44K bps under normal telephone line conditions Upstream data flows at the V 34 rate NOTE V 90 rates can be achieved only when one V 90 capable modem is connected to another The TOSHIBA Internal modem will select automatically V 34 if the remote modem lacks V 90 capability or if a combination of network and or phone line conditions prevent V 90 connection V 90 mode Function Transmission speed Data V 90 From 56K maximum to 28Kbps minimum Reception only E 1 J Xlanaday ApPENDIX User s Manual Table E 1 Result codes for a V 90 connection No Result code Description 70 CONNECT 32000 EC Connection at 32000 bits s 72 CONNECT 36000 EC Connection at 36000 bits s 74 CONNECT 40000 EC Connection at 40000 bits s 76 CONNECT 44000 EC Connection at 44000 bits s 78 CONNECT 48000 EC Connection at 48000 bits s 80 CONNECT 52000 EC Connection at 52000 b
129. or pulse non touch tone dialing Dialed digits are pulsed until a T command or dial modifier is received Tone dial is the default setting Qn Result code control Result codes are informational messages sent from the modem and displayed on your monitor Basic result codes are OK CONNECT RING NO CARRIER and ERROR The ATQ command allows the user to turn result codes on or off Qo Enables modem to send result codes to the computer de fault Q1 Disables modem from sending result codes to the computer Result Codes OK n 0 1 ERROR Otherwise C 5 9 XlaNaddy ApPeENDIx C User s Manual Vn Xn Select tone dialing This command instructs the modem to send DTMF tones while dialing Dialed digits are tone dialed until a Pcommand or dial modifier is received This is the default setting DCE response format This command controls whether result codes including call progress and negotiation progress messages are displayed as words or their numeric equivalents vo Displays result codes as digits V1 Displays result codes as text default Result Codes OK n 0 1 ERROR Otherwise Result code selection call progress monitoring This command selects which result codes will be used by the modem Command Dialtone Busysignal Supported Result detect detect Code XO Disable Disable OK CONNECT RING NO CARRIER ERROR x1 Disable Disable OK RING NO CARRIER ERROR CONNECT lt RATE gt x2 Enable Disa
130. os Version wax ooox OK Cancel Apply Figure 7 2 HW setup window Windows 2000 There are also three buttons OK Cancel and Apply OK Accepts your changes and closes the HW Setup window Cancel Closes the window without accepting your changes Apply Accepts all your changes without closing the HW Setup window 7 3 HW Setup AnD Passworps User s Manual General This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons Default and About Default Return all HW Setup values to the factory settings About Display the HW Setup version Setup This field displays BIOS Version and date Password User Password This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on Not Registered Change or remove the password Default Registered Set the password A dialogue box will appear to let you set the password To enter a user password 1 Select Registered to display the following prompt Enter Password 2 Enter a password of up to 10 characters The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks For example if you enter a password consisting of four characters the display is shown as Enter Password NOTE If you click the OK button before entering the password Not registered will appear on the display 3 Click the OK button The following message appears allowing you to verify the password Verify Password 7 4 HW Setup 4 If character st
131. ower saving functions Touch pad A pointing device inte grated into the TOSHIBA computer palmrest TTL Transistor transistor logic A logic circuit design that uses switching transistors for gates and storage U Universal Serial Bus This serial interface lets you communicate with several devices connected in a chain to a single port on the computer V VGA Video graphics array is an industry standard video adaptor that lets you run any popular software volatilememory Random access memory RAM that stores informa tion as long as the computer is connected to a power source W Warm dock undock Connecting or disconnecting a device to or from the computer while the computer is suspended warm start Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off window A portion of the screen that can display its own application or document Often used to mean a Microsoft Windows window Wireless LAN A short range radio technology designed to simplify wireless communication with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802 11 Standard Revision B write protection A method for protecting a diskette floppy disk from accidental erasure Glossary 13 AYVSSO18 Glossary 14 Index A AC adaptor 1 4 2 10 DCIN 15V port 2 4 connecting 3 6 universal 1 10 8 10 ASCII characters 5 9 Auto power on See Power Battery Se
132. pment The modular cable that comes with the computer must be used to connect a modem Connect the end of the modular cable with the core to the computer FCC conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Contact Address TOSHIBA America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine California926 18 1697 Telephone 949 583 3000 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that the product PP200 conforms to the following Standards Supplementary Information The product complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and or the R amp TTE Directive 1999 05 EEC This product is carrying the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives Responsible for CE Marking is TOSHIBA Europe Hammfelddamm 8 41460 Neuss Germany VCCI Class B Information CORB HRMLBRESERESAERAMMBS VCCI ORF LED VIABRKNZECT COMBI RERA CHATS EAMELTWETA CORBAIUAPTLEYV VSI LT MASHOoe VMSe5 SHOT CEMHVET FRR II HED TIELUY RY RUALTRSL Modem warning notice Conformity Statement The equipment has been approved to Commission Decision CTR21 for pan European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone N
133. power button and When close the lid 6 Click the OK button 3 10 Turning off the power Data save in hibernation mode When you turn off the power in hibernation mode the computer takes a moment to save current memory data to the hard disk During this time the Disk indicator will light After you turn off the computer and memory is saved to the hard disk turn off the power to any peripheral devices CAUTION Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge Standby mode In standby mode the power remains on but the CPU and all other devices are in sleep mode Standby precautions Before entering Standby mode be sure to save your data Donot install or remove a memory module while the computer is in standby mode The computer or the module could be damaged Observe the following precautions regarding standby mode e Donot remove the memory module e Do not remove the Battery Pack Either action could cause the computer to hang up the next time you turn it on The computer could also hang up at power on if it shut down automati cally in standby mode because of a low battery In any 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 t
134. proved BS approved CSA approved Australia Europe AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency Appendix H Internal Modem Guide This appendix describes how to install and the remove the internal modem CAUTIONS 1 Do not remove the base cover except to remove or install the internal modem or to check the PTT label 2 Do not disassemble the computer beyond the steps described in this instruction or touch any components not specifically described 3 Always remove the Battery Pack and disconnect the AC Adaptor before removing the base cover 4 Be careful not to drop any screws or other foreign matter into the computer Metal or other foreign matter can damage the computer Installing the internal modem NOTE The internal modem is preinstalled The following is for informa tion only To install the modem board follow the steps below 1 Save your data quit Windows and turn off the power Disconnect the AC Adaptor and any other peripheral devices Turn the computer upside down and remove the Battery Pack Remove two screws securing the HDD pack cover and remove the HDD pack A w Remove fifteen screws one screw has a rubber cover Do not remove the screws securing the memory module Remove the bottom cover Connect the modem cable Install the modem and secure it with two screws eo we ND Seat the bottom cover and secure fifteen screws H 1 H XIgNaddy APPENDIX H User s Manual 10
135. r s right side WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SWITCH PC carD SLOT HEADPHONE JACK MICROPHONE JACK Figure 2 3 The right side of the computer Wireless communication p of on Headphone jack Microphone jack Infrared port PC card slot AC SESS INFRARED PORT HNO GNVHE IHL Slide this switch to the right to turn on Wireless LAN Slide it to the left to turn off the functions This switch is only on models with Wireless LAN functions A standard 3 5 mm mini headphone jack enables connec tion of a stereo headphone 16 ohm minimum or other device for audio output When you connect headphones the internal speaker is automatically disabled A standard 3 5 mm mini microphone jack enables connec tion of a monaural microphone or other device for audio input This infrared port is compatible with Infrared Data Associa tion IrDA 1 1 standards It enables cableless 4 Mbps 1 152 Mbps 115 2 kbps 57 6 kbps 38 4 kbps 19 2 kbps or 9 6 kbps data transfer with IrDA 1 1 compatible external devices A PC card slot can accommodate one 5 mm PC card Type II The slot supports 16 bit PC cards and CardBus PC cards CAUTION Keep foreign objects out of the PC card slot A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry 2 3 User s Manual Back side Figure 2 4 shows the computer s back side LAN INDICATOR EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT eu
136. r is equipped with a PC card expansion slot that can accommodate one 5 mm Type II card Any PC card that meets industry standards manufactured by TOSHIBA or other vendor can be installed The slots support 16 bit PC cards including PC card 16 s multifunction card and CardBus PC cards CardBus supports the new standard of 32 bit PC cards The bus provides superior performance for the greater demands of multimedia data transmission Installing a PC card A PC card slot on the right side of the computer accommodates one 5 mm PC card Type T You can install any industry standard PC card such as a SCSI adaptor or flash memory card A dummy card is installed to protect the slot Windows allows hot installation of PC cards which means you can install a card while the computer s power is on NOTES 1 Do not install a PC card while the computer is in standby or hibernation mode Some cards might not work properly 2 An HDD or CD ROM connected to a 16 bit PC card might affect the performance of the computer s sound system and data transmission including slower transmission speeds and dialing errors To install the PC card follow the steps below 1 A dummy card is installed in the computer when it is shipped To eject the dummy push the eject button and release it to extend the button 2 Press the extended eject button to pop the card out slightly 8 2 PC cards 3 Pull the dummy card out and store it in a safe plac
137. r providing quick and easy data security This feature turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the panel is opened You can specify the setting in the When I close the lid item of the System Power Mode window in Power Saver This feature lets you set a time and date for the computer to turn on automatically The feature is useful for receiving remote communications while you are asleep or away You can specify the setting in Scheduled Tasks If you have to interrupt your work you can turn off the power without exiting from your software Data is maintained in the computer s main memory When you turn on the power again you can continue working right where you left off This feature lets you turn off the power without exiting from your software The contents of main memory is saved to the hard disk when you turn on the power again you can continue working right where you left off NOILONGOULN INTRODUCTION User s Manual Heat dispersal Utilities To protect from overheating the CPU has an internal temperature sensor If the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered Use the Fan item of the Power Save Modes window in Power Saver Maximum Turns on fan first then if necessary Performance lowers CPU processing speed Performance Uses a combination of fan and lowering the CPU processi
138. reless LAN device when you disconnect the LAN cable This feature works only if a wired LAN device is currently enabled and the LAN uses TCP IP protocol Disabled Click Disabled to disable or enable this program s features Help Click Help to display a readme file Exit Click Exit to quit the program NOTES 1 If you change the network device you might need to log onto the network again 2 Log on as the administrator If the Control device power management checkbox in the Device Settings window of Power Saver is enabled the following four events will trigger a change in settings made in the Device Setting window of the Power Saver utility The change will occur regardless of the Network Device Switch setting To avoid these automatic changes clear the Control device power management checkbox in the Power Saver utility For details refer to the Power Saver utility s help files 1 You start the computer on battery power 2 You start the computer with the AC adapter connected and disconnect the AC adapter during operation 3 You change the Power Saver settings 4 The computer resumes operation in suspend or hibernation mode 4 9 Solsvg ONILVH3adO OPERATING Basics User s Manual Super Long Life scheme The Super Long Life mode is a scheme of the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility It is designed to maximize battery operating time In the default setting wired and wireless LAN functions are disabled
139. rings match the password is registered and the display changes to Registered If they do not match the following message appears You must repeat from step 1 Entry Error To delete a user password 1 Select Not Registered to display the following prompt Enter Password 2 Enter the currently registered password The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks Enter Password NOTE If you click the OK button before entering the password Reg istered will appear on the display 3 Click the OK button If the character string you enter matches the registered password the password option is reset and the display changes to Not registered If they do not match the following message appears You must repeat step 1 Incorrect Password NOTE If you enter the password incorrectly three times the screen will display Sorry access denied Powering off your machine then powering it back on again are required to regain access You will not be able to access the password option in the HW Setup In this case you must turn the power off and back on to retry the procedure 4 Follow the same procedures described in the earlier section How to set the password to set a new user password Refer to the Supervisor password section later in this chapter for details on setting the supervisor password 7 5 SaHOMSSVq any dNLaS MH HW Setup AnD Passworps User s Manual Device Config Device
140. rinted circuit boards of the printer or computer to prevent radio and TV interference All computer equipment generates radio frequency signals The FCC regulates the amount of signals a computing device can allow past its shielding A Class A device is sufficient for office use Class B provides a more stringent classifica tion for home equipment use TOSHIBA portable computers comply with Class B computing device regulations Glossary 11 AYVSSO1K GLOSSARY Random Access Memory RAM Random Access Memory RAM High speed memory within the computer circuitry that can be read or written to restart Resetting a computer without turning it off also called warm boot or soft reset To restart the com puter press Ctrl Alt Del while the computer is on See also boot RGB Red green and blue A device that uses three input signals each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color red green and blue or port for using such a device See also CRT RJ11 A modular telephone jack ROM Read Only Memory A nonvolatile memory chip manufac tured to contain information that controls the computer s basic opera tion You cannot access or change information stored in ROM S SCSI Small Computer System Interface is an industry standard interface for connection of a variety of peripheral devices SIO Serial Input Output The electronic methodology used in serial data transmissi
141. rnal diskette drive should be placed on a flat horizontal surface when in use Do not set the drive on an incline greater than 20 while it is operating 2 Do not set anything on top of the diskette drive 3 Ifyou need to boot the computer from the diskette drive or if you use an OS that does not support USB you must set the USB FDD Legacy Emulation feature in HW Setup to Enabled Refer to the USB section in Chapter 7 Connecting 3 1 2 diskette drive To connect the drive plug the diskette drive connector into a USB port Refer to Figure4 3 NOTE Make sure the connector is right side up and properly aligned with the socket Do not try to force the connection doing so can damage the connecting pins Figure 4 3 Connecting the diskette drive to the computer 4 3 soisvg ONILVH3dQ OPERATING Basics User s Manual NOTE If you connect the diskette drive after turning on the computer it will take about 10 seconds for the computer to recognize the drive Do not disconnect and reconnect before 10 seconds has elapsed Disconnecting 3 1 2 diskette drive When you have finished using the diskette drive follow the procedures below to disconnect it 1 Wait for the indicator light to go out to make sure all diskette activity has stopped CAUTION If you disconnect the diskette drive or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the drive you may lose data or damage the diskette or the drive 2 Pull the
142. ry your posture frequently Occasionally stand up and stretch or exercise briefly Exercise and stretch your wrists and hands a number of times during the day Frequently look away from the computer and focus your eyes on a distant object for several seconds for example 30 seconds every 15 minutes Take frequent short breaks instead of one or two long breaks for example two or three minutes every half hour Have your eyes examined regularly and visit a doctor promptly if you suspect you might be suffering from a repetitive strain injury A number of books are available on ergonomics and repetitive strain injury or repetitive stress syndrome For more information on these topics or for pointers on exercises for such stress points as hands and wrists please check with your library or book vendor Also refer to the computer s Instruction Manual for Safety amp Comfort 3 4 Connecting the AC adaptor Opening the display The display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing 1 Push down the display latch on the front of the computer to unlatch the display panel 2 Lift the panel up and adjust it to the best viewing angle for you NOTE When you open the display hold it with both hands and lift up slowly G3LYVLS ONILLAL Figure 3 2 Opening the display panel Connecting the AC adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC
143. s dialog box after selecting region The dialing properties dialog box will be displayed automatically after you select the region Location list for region selection A submenu appears displaying location information for telephony Open dialog box if the modem and Telephony Current Location region code do not match A warning dialog box is displayed if current settings for region code and telephony location are incorrect Modem Selection If the computer cannot recognize the internal modem a dialog box is displayed Select the COM port for your modem to use Dialing Properties Select this item to display the dialing properties 4 12 Using the internal modem CAUTION If you are using the computer in Japan technical regulations described in the Telecommunications Business Law require that you select Japan region mode It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection Connecting To connect the internal modem cable follow the steps below WARNING The modular cable that comes with the computer must be used to connect a modem Connect the end of the modular cable with the core to the computer CAUTIONS 1 Incase of a lightning storm unplug the modem cable from the telephone jack 2 Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line A digital line will damage the modem 1 Plug one end of the modular cable into the modem jack 2 Plug the other end of the modular cable into a telephone jack
144. s section of the Introduction to learn about features that are uncommon or unique to the computers and carefully read HW Setup and Passwords If you are going to install PC cards or connect external devices such as a monitor be sure to read Chapter 8 Optional Devices Manual contents This manual is composed of nine chapters nine appendixes a glossary and an index Chapter 1 Introduction is an overview of the computer s features capabilities and options Chapter 2 The Grand Tour identifies the components of the computer and briefly explains how they function Chapter 3 Getting Started provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work area Chapter 4 Operating Basics includes instructions on using the following devices Touch Pad external diskette drive wireless communication features LAN and internal modem Chapter 5 The Keyboard describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hotkeys xix User s Manual Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes gives details on the computer s power resources and battery save modes Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program It also tells how to set a password Chapter 8 Optional Devices describes the optional hardware available Chapter 9 Troubleshooting provides helpful information on how to perform some diagnostic tests an
145. s than optimal Before reporting such occurrences as faults please check the line with a standard Telepermitted telephone and only report a fault if the phone performance is impaired Itis recommended that this equipment be disconnected from the Telecom line during electrical storms When relocating the equipment always disconnect the Telecom line connec tion before the power connection and reconnect the power first This equipment may not be compatible with Telecom Distinctive Alert ca dences and services such as FaxAbility NOTETHATFAULTCALLOUTSCAUSEDBY ANY OF THEABOVE CAUSESMAYINCURA CHARGEFROM TELECOM General conditions As required by PTC 100 please ensure that this office is advised of any changes to the specifications of these products which might affect compliance with the relevant PTC Specifications The grant of this Telepermit is specific to the above products with the marketing description as stated on the Telepermit label artwork The Telepermit may not be assigned to other parties or other products without Telecom approval A Telepermit artwork for each device is included from which you may prepare any number of Telepermit labels subject to the general instructions on format size and colour on the attached sheet The Telepermit label must be displayed on the product at all times as proof to purchasers and service personnel that the product is able to be legitimately connected to the Telecom network The Te
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147. signed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa tion This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interfer ence will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help WARNING Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non compliant peripher als or peripherals not recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer s external monitor port USB 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 equi
148. sources such as electric heaters Do not use the computer near liquids or corrosive chemicals Do not place the computer near objects that create strong magnetic fields e g stereo speakers Do not operate the computer in close proximity to a mobile phone Placement of computer Position the computer and peripheral devices to provide comfort and safety Set the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance The display should be no higher than eye level to avoid eye strain 3 2 Setting up your work space Place the computer so that it is directly in front of you when you work and make sure you have adequate space to easily operate other devices Allow adequate space behind the computer to let you freely adjust the display The display should be angled to reduce glare and maximize visibility Ifyou use a paper holder set it at about the same height and distance as the computer Seating and posture The height of your chair in relation to the computer and keyboard as well as the support it gives your body are primary factors in reducing work strain Refer to the following tips and to figure 3 1 BELOW EYE LEVEL 90 ANGLES Foot REST Figure 3 1 Posture and positioning of the computer Place your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed Your knees should be sli
149. st be replaced only by an identical Battery Pack from the same manufacturer 8 Do not expose the Battery Pack terminals to any metal object other than the computer contacts Wrap it or place it in a plastic bag when transporting it 9 When you install the Battery Pack you should hear a click when it is seated properly 10 Charge the Battery Pack only in the computer or in a Battery Pack charger designated as an approved option 11 Reverse polarity should be avoided with all Battery Packs The Battery Pack is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse polarity 6 7 SAqOWN df 4aMod GNV Y3MOd POWER AND Power Up Mobes User s Manual Charging the batteries When the power in the Battery Pack becomes low the Battery indicator flashes orange indicating that only a few minutes of battery power remain If you continue to use the computer while the Battery indicator flashes the computer enables Resume mode so you don t lose data and automatically turns off You must recharge a Battery Pack when it becomes discharged NOTE The main Battery Pack should be charged only in the computer A High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack can be charged either by the com puter or by an optional Battery Charger Procedures To recharge a Battery Pack while it is installed in the computer connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN socket and plug the other end into a working outlet The Battery indicator glows orange when the
150. stalling the Battery Pack To install a Battery Pack follow the steps below CAUTION The Battery Pack is a lithium ion polymer battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements 1 Be sure the computer s power is off and all cables are disconnected 2 Insert the Battery Pack Battery Pack Figure 6 2 Installing the Battery Pack 3 Secure the battery lock 6 13 SAGOW df 4aMod GNV Y3MOd POWER AND Power Up Mopes User s Manual Starting the computer by password If you registered a password as supervisor or user you must enter it to start the computer To start up the computer with the password follow these steps 1 Turn on the power as described in Chapter 3 Getting Started and the following message appears Password 2 Enter the password 3 Press Enter The computer displays the message below while it starts up Valid password entered system is now starting up If you enter the password incorrectly a buzzer sounds NOTE If you enter the password incorrectly three times in a row the computer shuts off In this case you must turn the computer back on to retry password entry 6 14 Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords This chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and how to set pas
151. structions CRT Cathode Ray Tube A vacuum tube in which beams projected on a fluorescent screen producing luminous spots An example is the television set cursor A small blinking rectangle or line that indicates the current position on the display screen D data Information that is factual measurable or statistical that a computer can process store or retrieve data access arrangement Circuitry that isolates a modem or other device from telephone lines data bits A data communications parameter controlling the number of bits binary digits used to make up a byte If data bits 7 the computer can generate 128 unique characters If data bits 8 the computer can generate 256 unique characters DC Direct Current Electric current that flows in one direction This type of power is usually supplied by batteries default The parameter value automatically selected by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions Also called a preset value delete To remove data from a disk or other data storage device Synony mous with erase device driver A program that controls communication between a specific peripheral device and the computer The CONFIG SYS file contains device drivers that MS DOS loads when you turn the computer on dialog box A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information disk drive The device that randomly accesses information on
152. swords HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup lets you configure settings for display CPU boot priority USB LAN general password and device config NOTE If the supervisor password is set access to the TOSHIBA HW Setup program can be prevented when the user password is used to log on to the computer Refer to the Supervisor password readme file for details on enabling disabling access to HW Setup The path to the readme file is C ProgramFiles TOSHIBA Windows Utilities SVPWTool In the SVPWTool directory open the readme htm file Accessing HW Setup If you are using Windows XP click start click Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and select TOSHIBA HW Setup to run HW Setup If you are using Windows 2000 click Start point to Settings click Control Panel and select TOSHIBA HW Setup to run HW Setup 7 1 SaHOMssVq any dNLaS MH User s Manual HW Setup window The HW Setup window contains the following tabs display CPU boot priority USB LAN general password device config TOSHIBA HWSetup Display CPU BootPriorty USB LAN General Password Device Config TOSHIBA HW Setup program allows you to configure your computer Setup BIOS Version 0 200 s00 s000 Figure 7 1 HW setup window Windows XP 7 2 HW Setup Display CPU BootPriorty USB LAN General Password Device Config TOSHIBA HW Setup program allows you to configure your computer Setup
153. t and they press an F number key 5 6 Keypad overlay Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows one activates the Start menu and the other has the same function as the secondary mouse button This key activates the Windows Start menu This key has the same function as the secondary mouse button Keypad overlay Your computer s keyboard does not have an independent numeric keypad but its numeric keypad overlay functions like one The keys in the center of the keyboard with white letters make up the numeric keypad overlay The overlay provides the same functions as the numeric keypad on the 101 102 key enhanced keyboard in figure 5 2 Turning on the overlays The numeric keypad overlay can be used for numeric data input or cursor and page control Arrow mode E To turn on the Arrow mode press Fn F10 The Arrow mode indicator lights Now try cursor and page control using the keys shown in figure 5 2 Press Fn F10 again to turn off the overlay x 7 ow Oo gt Es re 5 7 THE KEYBOARD User s Manual Numeric mode To turn on the Numeric mode press Fn F11 The Numeric mode indicator lights Now try numeric data entry using the keys in figure 5 2 Press Fn F11 again to turn off the overlay el Th ed p e fi ol el ed e ay ia z EIEEE 0 J JORIS EAE Eo MRO tr Eee SEITE EE i a TECCUTE SET E TET aaamsE
154. t connects in buffer mode and continues operation This is also known as V 42 MNP auto reliable mode same as amp Q5 N4 V 42 or disconnect The modem attempts to connect in V 42 error control mode If this fails the modem disconnects N5 V 42 MNP or buffered same as N3 N7 V 42 MNP or buffered same as N3 Result Codes OK n 0 1 2 3 4 5 7 ERROR Otherwise Local flow control selection Qo0 Disable flow control Q1 XON XOFF software flow control Q3 CTS RTS to DTE default Result Codes OK n 0 1 3 ERROR Otherwise C 11 95 XlaNaday AppeENDIx C User s Manual Vn B Cn C 12 Protocol result code VO Disable protocol result code appended to DCE speed V1 Enable protocol result code appended to DCE speed default Result Codes OK n 0 1 ERROR Otherwise View numbers in blacklist If blacklisting is in effect this command displays the numbers for which the last call attempted in the past two hours failed The ERROR result code appears in regions that do not require blacklisting Data compression control This command determines the operation of V 42bis and MNP class 5 data compression On line changes do not take effect until a discon nect occurs first C0 V 42bis MNP 5 disabled No data compression A3 V 42bis MNP 5 enabled Data compression enabled default Result Codes OK n 0 3 ERROR Otherwise Appendix D S registers S registers contain the settings
155. t can damage the computer s circuitry Installing an SD card To install an SD card follow the steps below 1 Insert the SD card 2 Press gently to ensure a firm connection SD carp Figure 8 5 Inserting an SD card CAUTION Make sure the SD card is oriented properly before you insert it 8 5 s3913 IWNOILdO Optionat Devices User s Manual Removing an SD card To remove an SD card follow the steps below 1 a In Windows XP open the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and disable the SD card b In Windows 2000 open the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on the system tray and disable the SD card 2 Push in the card and release it to pop the card out slightly 3 Grasp the card and remove it N Nee SS eS IKA ENIE g Ns J SD carp SD CARD INDICATOR Figure 8 6 Removing an SD card CAUTION Make sure the SD card indicator is out before you remove the card or turn off the computer s power If you remove the card or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the card you may lose data or damage the card Memory expansion You can install additional memory in the computer s memory module to increase the amount of RAM CAUTION Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA 8 6 Memory expansion Installing memory module To install a memory module make sure the computer is in boot mode then 1 Turn the computer off in boot mode Refer to the Turn
156. t supports data transfer up to 11 Mbit s It has Frequency Channel Selection 2 4 GHz and allows roaming over multiple channels Press this button to launch an application automatically In Windows XP 2000 the default is TOSHIBA Console Use the TOSHIBA Control to associate an application to this button Press this button to launch an Internet browser See Chapter 2 Grand Tour for details 1 5 NOLLONGOULN INTRODUCTION User s Manual Security Security lock slot Connects an optional security lock to anchor the computer to a desk or other large object Software Operating System One of the following operating systems are available Windows XP 2000 Refer to the preinstalled software section at the front of this chapter TOSHIBA Utilities A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled to make your computer more convenient to use Refer to the Utilities section in this chapter Plugand Play When you connect an external device to the computer or when you install a component Plug and Play capability enables the system to recognize the connection and make the necessary configurations automatically Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use Hotkeys Key combinations let you quickly modify the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system configuration program Keypad overla
157. t your Wireless LAN network up and running witha minimum of parameters About TOSHIBA Wireless solution The Wireless LAN card Kit enables you to Connect your computer to a peer to peer workgroup of Wireless computing devices Connect your computer to a Local Area Network LAN Infrastructure that includes Wireless LAN Access Points or other IEEE802 11 compliant LAN systems Expand the capabilities of your Wireless LAN Access Points to support Wireless devices that have been equipped with Wireless LAN card NOTE The internal Wireless LAN card can t be used with the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN PC card User s Manual u Peer to peer workgroup 2 The peer to peer workgroup configuration enables you to quickly set up a small amp Wireless workgroup where the workgroup participants can exchange files using lt features such as Files and Printer Sharing as supported by Microsoft Networking Figure F 1 Peer to peer Wireless workgroup You can use this option to set up a temporary or ad hoc network in environment where no access points are available for example in Small Office Home Office SOHO environments As long as the stations are within range of one another this is the easiest and least expensive way to set up a Wireless network Appendix F Enterprise networking Network Name Figure F 2 Stand alone Wireless LAN With the Wireless LAN Access Points you can connect to a corporate Local Area Ne
158. te your computer NOTE All users should be sure to carefully read the sections Windows XP Professional 2000 setup which describe actions to take when you turn on the power for the first time 3 1 G3LYVLS 9NLLIY GETTING STARTED User s Manual Setting up your work space Establishing a comfortable work site is important for you and your computer A poor work environment or stressful work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands wrists or other joints Proper ambient conditions should also be maintained for the computer s operation This section discusses the following topics General conditions Placement of the computer and peripheral devices Seating and posture Lighting Work habits gt General conditions In general if you are comfortable so is your computer but read the following to make sure your work site provides a proper environment Make sure there is adequate space around the computer for proper ventilation Make sure the AC power cord connects to an outlet that is close to the computer and easily accessible The temperature should be 5 to 35 degrees Centigrade 41 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit and the relative humidity should be 20 to 80 percent Avoid areas where rapid or extreme changes in temperature or humidity may occur Keep the computer free of dust moisture and exposure to direct sunlight Keep the computer away from heat
159. tect carrier signal or does not detect answer tone ERROR 4 Invalid command CONNECT 1200 EC 1 5 Connection at 1200 bps NODIAL TONE 6 No dial tone detected BUSY 7 Busy signal detected NO ANSWER 8 No quiet answer CONNECT 2400 EC 1 10 Connection at 2400 bps CONNECT 4800 EC 1 11 Connection at 4800 bps CONNECT 9600 EC 1 12 Connection at 9600 bps CONNECT 14400 EC 1 13 Connection at 14400 bps CONNECT 19200 EC 1 14 Connection at 19200 bps CONNECT 7200 EC 1 24 Connection at 7200 bps CONNECT 12000 EC 1 25 Connection at 12000 bps CONNECT 16800 EC 1 86 Connection at 16800 bps CONNECT 300EC 1 40 Connection at 300 bps CONNECT21600EC 1 55 Connection at 21600 bps CONNECT 24000 EC 1 56 Connection at 24000 bps CONNECT 26400 EC 1 57 Connection at 26400 bps CONNECT28800EC 1 58 Connection at 28800 bps CONNECT31200EC 1 59 Connection at 31200 bps CONNECT 33600 EC 1 ol Connection at 33600 bps D 6 Appendix D Result Code Numeric Description DELAYED 2 88 Delay is in effect for the dialed number BLACKLISTED 2 89 Dialed number is blacklisted BLACKLIST FULL 2 90 Blacklistis full 1 EC only appears when the Extended Result Codes configuration option is enabled EC is replaced by one of the following symbols depending upon the error control method used V 42bis V 42 error control and V 42bis data compression V 42 V 42 error control only MNP 5 MNP class 4 error control and MNP class 5 data compression MNP 4 MNP class 4 err
160. tery may fail to retain a charge It may not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery and the Battery LED may not indicate a low battery condition Secondary battery option An optional High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack can be increase your battery operating time Note the caution on Resume mode in the previous section Main battery CAUTION The secondary Battery Pack is a lithium ion battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements Real time clock battery The Real Time Clock RTC battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calendar It also maintains the system configuration If the RTC battery becomes completely discharged the system loses this data and the real time clock and calendar stop working The following message appears when you turn on the power x Bad RTC battery Check system Then press F1 key CAUTION The computer s RTC battery is a lithium ion battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative The battery can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations 6 6 Care and use of the Battery Pack Care and use of the Battery Pack The Battery Pack is a vital component of portable computin
161. the USB port For details on connecting the 3 1 2 external diskette drive module refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Slim Port Replicator In addition to the ports available on the computer the Slim Port Replicator provides an external monitor port four USB ports a port for charging a High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack a LAN jack and a DC IN socket The Slim Port Replicator connects directly to the docking interface on the bottom of the computer The AC adaptor connects the Slim Port Replicator to a power source CAUTION The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN Logging onto a LAN using the computer s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation Check with your LAN administrator regarding set up procedures Ports The following ports and accessories are available on the Slim Port Replicator OneRJ45 LAN jack External monitor port DCIN socket Universal Serial Bus four ports o Port to charge a High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack s333 q IWNOILdO OpTIONAL Devices User s Manual High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack To charge a High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack follow the steps below 1 Connect the computer to the Slim Port Replicator 2 Connect the dedicated cable to the Slim Port Replicator and to a High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack 3 Connect an AC Adaptor to the Slim Port Replicator NOTES 1 You cannot use a High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack to power a Slim
162. the diskette drive If a boot from hard disk diskette is inserted remove it and reboot drive There may be a problem with your operating system files Refer to your OS documentation Slow performance Your files may be fragmented Run SCANDISK and defragmenter to check the condition of your files and disk Refer to your OS documen tation or online HELP for information on running SCANDISK and the defragmenter As a last resort reformat the hard disk Then reload the operating system and other files If problems persist contact your dealer 9 9 SNILOOHS318NO L TROUBLESHOOTING User s Manual Diskette drive For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operaing Basics Problem Procedure Drive does not operate Some programs run correctly but others do not You cannot access the external 3 1 2 diskette drive Infrared port There may be a faulty cable connection Check the connection to the computer and to the drive The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software needs Try another diskette If you can access the diskette the original diskette not the drive is probably causing the problem If problems persist contact your dealer Refer also to the documentation for your IrDA compatible device and related software Problem Infrared devices do not work as expected Procedure Check that the device is
163. ther network or type of network proceed as follows 1 Right click on the Client Manager icon on the Windows task bar 2 From the menu select Configuration Profile see Figure F 6 and select Add Edit Profile to add a new profile or to modify an existing profile One of the existing profiles if present to select a profile without viewing or modifying the settings After you selecting another profile the card will use the new profile to connect to the Wireless network Other e Wireless Help Peer to peer Launch Client Manager Add Edit Profile Configuration Profile gt Disable Radio Figure F 6 Edit Wireless Configuration Settings If your Client Manager icon is not visible you have to start the Client Man ager program again 1 Click Start from the Windows task bar 2 Select Programs and then select the TOSHIBA Wireless Solution workgroup 3 Next select Client Manager to start the Client Manager program Alternatively you can to change the card configuration via the Control Panel 1 Click Start from the Windows task bar 2 Click Settings and then click Control Panel 3 IntheControl Panel window double click the Wireless Network icon 4 Ifyou select new parameters click e the OK button to confirm your changes or e the Cancel button to ignore them APPENDIX F User s Manual Advanced configurations NOTE For Windows XP refer to the operating system help files for procedures on
164. til the power automatically shuts off 2 Plug in the AC adaptor 3 Charge the battery until the Battery indicator glows green Repeat the steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity NOTE Leaving the AC adaptor connected will shorten battery life At least once a month run the computer on battery power until the battery is fully discharged then recharge the battery Monitoring battery capacity Remaining battery power can be monitored in the Power Save Modes window in Power Saver of Windows NOTES 1 Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time The com puter needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and to calculate the remaining operating time based on the current power consumption rate and remaining battery capacity The actual remaining operating time may differ slightly from the calculated time 2 With repeated discharges and recharges the battery s capacity will gradually decrease Therefore an often used older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged In this case TOSHIBA Power Saver will indicate a 100 charge for both the old and new battery but the displayed estimated time remaining will be shorter for the older battery 6 9 SAqOWN df 4aMod GNV Y3MOd POWER AND Power Up Mopes User s Manual Maximizing battery operating time A battery s
165. tilememory numeric keypad overlay A feature that allows you to use certain keys on the keyboard to perform numeric entry or to control cursor and page movement Glossary 10 O OCR Optical Character Recognition reader A technique or device that uses laser or visible light to identify characters and input them into a storage device OCR wand A device that reads using an optical device hand written or machine printed symbols into a computer See also OCR online state A functional state of a peripheral device when itis ready to receive or transmit data operating system A group of programs that controls the basic operation of a computer Operating system functions include interpreting programs creating data files and controlling the transmission and receipt input output of data to and from memory and peripheral devices output The results of a computer operation Output commonly indicates data 1 printed on paper 2 displayed at a terminal 3 sent through the serial port of internal modem or 4 stored on some magnetic media Radio frequency interference RFI shield P parity 1 The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values inte gers both of which are either on or off odd or even Oor 1 2 In serial communications an error detection bit that is added to a group of data bits making the sum of the bits even or odd Parity can be set to none odd or even password A unique str
166. tional Devices and to your monitor s documentation Problem Monitor does not turnon No display Display error occurs Sound system Procedure Make sure that the external monitor s power switch is on Confirm that the external monitor s power cable is plugged into a working power outlet Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press hotkeys Fn F5 to change the display priority and make sure it is not set for the internal display Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is attached firmly If problems persist contact your dealer Refer also to documentation for your audio devices Problem Procedure No sound is heard Adjust the volume control dial Check the software volume settings Make sure the headphone connection is secure If problems persist contact your dealer Hardware and system checklist USB Refer also to your USB device s documentation Problem Procedure USB device does not work Modem Refer to the online help files for Appendix C and D Problem Communication software can t initialize modem You can hear a dial tone but can t make a Call Check for a firm cable connection between the USB ports on the computer and the USB device Make sure the USB device drivers are properly installed Refer to your Windows documentation for information on checking the drivers If you are
167. to and from another computer or device compatibility 1 The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another computer without modifying the data or the media upon which it is being trans ferred 2 the ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component components Elements or parts of a system which make up the whole system computer program A set of instruc tions written for a computer that enable it to achieve a desired result computer system A combination of hardware software firmware and peripheral components assembled to process data into useful information configuration The specific compo nents in your system such as the terminal printer and disk drives and the settings that define how your system works You use the HW Setup program to control your system configuration disk drive control keys A key or sequence of keys you enter from the keyboard to initiate a particular function within a program controller Built in hardware and software that controls the functions of a specific internal or peripheral device e g keyboard controller co processor A circuit built into the processor that is dedicated to intensive math calculations CPS Characters per second Typi cally used to indicate the transmission speed of a printer CPU Central processing unit The portion of the computer that interprets and executes in
168. turn to your previous working environment immediately when you turn on the computer Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System hibernate feature You can use the panel power off feature 3 9 G3LYVLS ONILLAL GETTING STARTED User s Manual Starting Hibernation To enter Hibernation mode follow the steps below Windows XP Click Start Select Turn Off Computer Open the Turn Off Computer dialog box Hibernate is not displayed Press the Shift key The Standby item will change to Hibernate vm A WN Select Hibernate Windows 2000 1 Click Start and click Shut Down 2 InShut Down Windows select Hibernate and click the OK button The computer will also enter Hibernate mode automatically when you Press the power button Close the lid First however make the appropriate settings according to the steps below Windows XP 2000 1 In Windows XP open the Control Panel click Performance and Maintenance and click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon In Windows 2000 open the Control Panel and double click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon 2 Select the Hibernate window select the Enable Hibernate support check box and click the Apply button Select the Power Save Modes window 4 Double click Power Save Mode and open the System Power Mode window 5 Enable the desired Hibernation settings for When press the
169. tware Refer to the Windows XP Professional 2000 setup section in Chapter 3 Getting Started e Microsoft Windows 2000 e The same preinstalled software that is supplied with Windows XP Profes sional Documentation e Microsoft Windows 2000 manual package e The same documentation that is supplied with Windows XP Professional If any of the items are missing or damaged contact your dealer immediately 1 2 Features Features The computer uses TOSHIBA s advanced Large Scale Integration LSD Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor CMOS technology extensively to provide compact size minimum weight low power usage and high reliability This computer incorporates the following features and benefits Processor Built in Memory Built in Slots Level 2 cache VideoRAM Disks Built in Display Ultra Low Voltage Mobile Intel Pentium III processor 750 MHz M with Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technol ogy incorporates a math coprocessor and 32 KB cache 256 MB of memory is installed on the main board A 256 MB memory module can be installed in the memory slot fora maximum of 512 MB system memory A512 KB level 2 cache is provided to maximize perfor mance 16 MB of RAM is provided for video display occupied from system memory Hard disk 20 billion bytes 18 62 GB The computer s LCD panel supports high resolution video graphics The screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for max
170. twork LAN infrastructure to have Wireless access to all network facilities LAN Infrastructures may either be Stand alone Wireless LANs as pictured in Figure F 2 F 3 User s Manual Wireless network infrastructures connected to an existing Ethernet network as pictured in Figure F 3 Network Name Figure F 3 LAN Infrastructure Easy configuration The Wireless LAN card functions like any standard wired Ethernet card except it gives you the freedom of Wireless connections Where an Ethernet card requires a cable connection to a hub and or patch panel the cable physically limits the location of the wired connection Expanding or re designing your network is easy A Wireless LAN allows you connect your computer to a Local Area Network LAN from anywhere within the Wireless coverage area NOTE The Wireless LAN card is a radio product Refer to the flyer Information to the User for regulatory information that may apply in your country region Wireless LAN card features The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN mini PCI card is a Wireless network card that fits into amini PCI Type HIA slot F 4 Appendix F A Wireless LAN card types m The Wireless LAN card is a Wireless network card that complies with the IEEE 802 11 standard on Wireless LANs Revision B The Wireless LAN card supports x data rates up to 11 Mbit s an Wi Fi Wireless Fidelity certified by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance WECA This mea
171. u can either use The value ANY To connect to any Wireless LAN network in the vicinity of your computer e An exact value to connect to a specific network Consult your LAN administrator for the value that applies to your network The Network Name can be any alphanumeric string in the range of a to z A to Z and 0 to 9 with a maximum of 32 characters 7 Click OK to confirm and return to the Add Edit Configuration Profile window 8 Click OK again to finish Appendix F Basic settings for peer to peer workgroups NOTE For Windows XP refer to the operating system help files for procedures on connecting to an Enterprise Network If you wish to connect to a peer to peer workgroup use the Add Edit Configuration Profile window to 1 Click the Start button from the Windows task bar 2 Click on Settings and then on Control Panel 3 Inthe Control Panel window double click the Wireless Network icon 4 Select to connect to a peer to peer workgroup 5 Set the correct Network Name and Encryption Key amp Add Edit Configuration Profile 24 x m Select Profile Off Site workgroup Access Point z C Peer to Peer Group s Edit Configuration Off Site workgroup 21 x 2 Basic Adapter Network Name IF T Enable Data Security E tion Key Pmmnrrnnnnenneaaanarcnnnne To connect to a Peer to Peer workgroup all workgroup participants should use the same Network Na
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173. using an operating system that does not support USB you can still use a USB mouse and or USB keyboard If these devices do not work make sure the USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation item in HW Setup is set to Enabled If problems persist contact your dealer Procedure SNILOOHS318NOH L Make sure the computer s internal modem settings are correct Refer to Modem Properties in the Control Panel If the call is going through a PBX machine make sure the communication application s tone dial detection feature is disabled You can also use the ATX command Refer to the online help files for Appendix C AT Commands 9 15 TROUBLESHOOTING User s Manual You place a call but a connection can t be made After making a call you can t hear a ring Communication is cut off unexpectedly A CONNECT display is quickly replaced by NO CARRIER Character display becomes garbled duringa communication You cannot receive an incoming call Make sure the settings are correct in your communications application Make sure the tone or pulse selection in your communications application is set correctly You can also use the ATD command Refer to the online help files for Appendix C AT Com mands The computer will automatically cut off communication when connection with the carrier is not successful for a set time interval Try lengthening this time interval Check the error control setting in your communicati
174. work 1 Start Windows Explorer 2 Scroll down the list of files and folders to find the item Network Neigh borhood 3 Double click the Network Neighborhood item to display all stations in your Microsoft Networking Group 4 To display other workgroups in the network environment double click the Entire Network icon Appendix F If you cannot find other Wireless LAN networked computers verify whether the other Wireless LAN computers are Powered up and logged onto the network Configured to operate with identical Microsoft Network settings concerning e Networking Protocol e Wireless Network Name e Workgroup Name To view or modify the Station Name or Workgroup of your computer proceed as follows 1 Click Start on the Windows task bar 2 Click Settings and then click Control Panel 3 Inthe Control Panel window double click the Network icon 4 Inthe Network Settings window select the Identification tab You can verify and change the Station Name or Workgroup parameters NOTE You have to restart your computer before changes to the Network Settings will be effected To verify the radio connection with other stations refer to View Wireless Link Quality Using the Client Manager If you installed the Wireless LAN Client Manager you can use the Client Manager to Verify the quality of your Wireless connection to the network View Modify the configuration settings of your Wireless LAN card The Clie
175. y indicator does not glow orange 9 6 The battery may be discharged Connect the AC adaptor to charge the battery If the battery is completely discharged it will not begin charging immediately Wait a few minutes If the battery still does not charge make sure the outlet is supplying power Test it by plugging in an appliance Check whether the battery is hot or cold to the touch If the battery is too hot or too cold it will not charge properly Let it reach room tempera ture Unplug the AC adaptor and remove the battery to make sure the terminals are clean If necessary wipe them with a soft dry cloth dipped in alcohol Connect the AC adaptor and replace the battery Make sure it is securely seated Hardware and system checklist Battery doesn t power the computer as long as expected Check the Battery indicator If it does not glow let the computer charge the battery for at least 20 minutes If the Battery indicator glows after 20 minutes let the battery continue to charge at least another 20 minutes before turning on the com puter If the indicator still does not glow the battery may be at the end of its operating life Replace it If you do not think the battery is at the end of its operating life see your dealer If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery the battery might not charge to its full potential Fully discharge the battery then try to charge it again Check the power co
176. y Gray keys with gray lettering make up the keypad overlay which lets you use the keyboard for ten key operations or cursor control Display automatic This feature automatically cuts off power to the internal poweroff display when there is no keyboard input for a time specified Power is restored when any key is pressed You can specify the time in the Turn off monitor item of the Power Save Mode window in Power Saver HDDautomatic This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk poweroff drive when it is not accessed for a time specified Power is restored when the hard disk is accessed You can specify the time in the Turn off hard disks item of the Power Save Mode window in Power Saver 1 6 Special features System automatic power off Battery save mode Power on password Instant security Panel power on off Auto power on Standby Hibernation This feature automatically turns off power to the system when there is no input for a time specified You can specify the time in the System standby or System hibernate item of the System Power Mode window in Power Saver This feature lets you save battery power You can specify the Power Save Mode in the Running on batteries item of the Power Save Modes window in Power Saver Two levels of password security are available supervisor and user This feature prevents unauthorized access to your computer A hotkey function blanks the screen and disables the compute
177. ystems is prohibited Connection to party lines service is subject to state tariffs If you have any questions about your telephone line such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it the telephone company will provide this informa tion upon request 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 any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly you should immedi ately remove it from your telephone line as it may cause harm to the telephone network If the telephone company notes a problem they may temporarily discon tinue service When practical they will notify you in advance of this disconnection If advance notice is not feasible you will be notified as soon as possible When you are notified you will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem they should be performed by TOSHIBA Corporation or an authorized representative of TOSHIBA Corporation Disconnection If you should ever

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