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1. keys will turn the power of the optical media drive on Furthermore it is possible to set it to turn the power of the optical media drive on and eject the tray at the same time Loading discs To load CD DVDs follow the steps below and refer to the following figures 1 When the computer s power is on press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly Pressing the eject button User s Manual 4 7 Operating Basics 2 Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully opened Disc tray Pulling the disc tray open 3 Lay the CD DVD label side up in the disc tray Laser lens Inserting a CD DVD e When the disc tray is fully opened the edge of the computer will extend T slightly over the CD DVD tray Therefore you will need to turn the CD DVD at an angle when you place it in the disc tray After seating the CD DVD however make sure it lies flat as shown in figure 4 8 E Donot touch a laser lens and its circumference portion Doing so could cause misalignment W Prevent foreign objects from entering the drive Check the surface of the disc tray especially the area behind the front edge of the disc tray to make sure there are no such objects before closing the drive 4 8 User s Manual Operating Basics 4 Press gently at the center of the CD DVD until you feel it click into place The CD DVD should lie below the top of the spindle flush with the spindle base 5 Push the c
2. Problem Character display becomes garbled during a communication You cannot receive an incoming call LAN Problem Cannot access LAN Wake up on LAN does not work Wireless LAN Procedure In data transmission make sure the parity bit and stop bit settings correspond with those of the remote computer Check the flow control and communication protocol Check the rings before auto answer setting in your communications application You can also use the ATSO command If problems persist contact your dealer Procedure Check for a firm cable connection between the LAN jack and the LAN HUB Make sure the AC adaptor is connected The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off If problems persist consult your LAN administrator If the following procedures do not restore LAN access consult your LAN administrator For more information on wireless communication refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Cannot access Wireless LAN Procedure Make sure the computer s wireless communication switch is set to on If problems persist contact your LAN administrator 9 20 User s Manual Troubleshooting Bluetooth For more information on wireless communication refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure Cannot access Make sure the computer s wireless Bluetooth device communication switch is set to on Make sure the Bluetooth Manager is runni
3. The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software needs Try another floppy disk If you can access the floppy disk the original floppy disk not the drive is probably causing the problem If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 13 Troubleshooting SD card Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Problem SD card error occurs You cannot write to an SD memory card You cannot read a file PC card Procedure Reseat the SD card to make sure it is firmly connected Check the card s documentation Make sure the card is not write protected Make sure the target file is on the SD memory card inserted in the slot If problems persist contact your dealer Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Problem PC card error occurs ExpressCard Procedure Reseat the PC card to make sure it is firmly connected Make sure the connection between the external device and the card is firm Check the card s documentation If problems persist contact your dealer Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Problem ExpressCard error occurs Procedure Reseat the ExpressCard to make sure it is firmly connected Make sure the connection between the external device and the card is firm Check the card s documentation If problems persist contact your dealer 9 14 User s Manual
4. W The computer stops and does not proceed to display information or messages except the TOSHIBA logo W Random characters appear on the screen and the system does not function normally Wi The screen displays an error message Turn off the computer and check all cable connections If the test fails again contact your dealer Power AN When the computer is not plugged into an AC outlet the battery pack is the primary power source However your computer has a number of other power resources including intelligent power supply Real Time Clock battery These resources are interrelated and any one could affect apparent power problems This section provides checklists for AC power and the battery If you cannot resolve a problem after following them the cause could lie with another power resource In such case contact your dealer Overheating power down If the computer s internal temperature becomes too high the computer will automatically enter Hibernation or Standby 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 It is recommended to leave the computer off until the its interior reaches room temperature even though the DC IN indicator stops blinking 9 4 User s Manual Troubleshooting If the computer has reached room temperature and still does not start or if it starts but shuts down quickly contact
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6. 9x16 Table1 Video modes VGA Colors 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 4 of 256K 2 of 256K Mono Mono Scanning frequency Vertical Hz 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 B 2 User s Manual Display Controller and Modes Table1 Video modes VGA continued Video Type Resolution Character Colors Scanning mode matrix frequency pels Vertical Hz D VGA 320 x 200 8x8 16 of 256K 70 Grph Pels E VGA 640 x 200 8x8 16 of 256K 70 Grph Pels F VGA 640 x 350 8x14 Mono 70 Grph Pels 10 VGA 640 x 350 8 x 14 16 of 256K 70 Grph Pels 11 VGA 640 x 480 8 x 16 2 of 256K 60 Grph Pels 12 VGA 640 x 480 8 x 16 16 of 256K 60 Grph Pels 13 VGA 320 x 200 8x8 256 of 256K 70 Grph Pels User s Manual B 3 Display Controller and Modes Resolution 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024 Virtual with LCD only 1600 x 1200 Virtual with LCD only 1920 x 1440 Virtual with LCD only 2048 x 1536 Virtual with LCD only Table 2 Video modes XGA model LCD colors 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K CRT colors 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K Vertical frequency Hz 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 60 75 Only External Monitor can
7. Flashing orange Indicates a problem with the power supply Plug the AC adaptor into another power outlet If it still does not operate properly contact your dealer No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light 6 4 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes 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 Blinking orange Indicates power is being supplied to the computer while the computer is in Standby mode The indicator turns on for one second and off for two seconds No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light Battery types The computer has three types of batteries E Battery pack Wi 2nd battery pack option W Real Time Clock RTC battery Battery pack When the AC adaptor is not connected the computer s main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack also referred to in this manual as the main battery You can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source Before you remove the battery pack set the computer to Hibernation mode or save your data and shut down the computer Do not change the battery pack while the AC adaptor is connected JN W The battery pack is a lithium ion battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as require
8. Maximum Performance Performance Battery optimized Turns on the fan first then if necessary lowers the CPU processing speed Uses a combination of the fan and lowering the CPU processing speed Lowers the CPU processing speed first then if necessary turns on the fan When the CPU temperature falls to a normal range the fan is turned off and the CPU operation returns to standard speed 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 User s Manual 4 33 Operating Basics 4 34 User s Manual TECRA M3 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 keyboard layout your computer is configured with Keyboards for numerous languages are available There are six types of keys typewriter keys function keys soft keys Hot keys Windows special keys and keypad overlay Typewriter keys The typewriter keys produce the upper and lower case letters numbers punctuation marks and special symbols that appear on the screen There are some differences however between using a typewriter and using a computer keyboard E Letters and numbers pro
9. Modem jack Modular cable Telephone jack Connecting the internal modem Do not pull on the cable or move the computer while the cable is connected 4 26 User s Manual Operating Basics F If you use a storage device such as an optical drive or HDD connected to a 16 bit PC card you might experience the following modem problems W Modem speed is slow or communication is interrupted B Skips may occur in sound Disconnecting To disconnect the internal modular 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 s modem jack in the same manner Wireless communications The computer s wireless communication function supports both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices Wireless LAN and Bluetooth are provided with some models Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with IEEE802 11 Wireless LAN standard Revision A B or G and Turbo Mode E Theoretical maximum speed 54Mbps IEEE802 11a 802 119 Wi Theoretical maximum speed 11Mbps IEEE802 11b E Theoretical maximum speed 108Mbps Turbo Mode Atheros 11a b g combo type Frequency Channel Selection Revision A Turbo Mode 5 GHz Revision B G 2 4 GHz Roaming over multiple channels Card Power Management
10. This option sets the priority for booting the computer Select from the following settings HDD gt FDD CD ROM gt LAN FDD HDD CD ROM gt LAN HDD gt CD ROM LAN gt FDD FDD gt CD ROM LAN gt HDD CD ROM gt LAN HDD gt FDD CD ROM gt LAN FDD gt HDD The computer looks for bootable files in the following order HDD floppy disk drive 1 CD ROM and LAN Default The computer looks for bootable files in the following order floppy disk drive 1 HDD CD ROM and LAN The computer looks for bootable files in the following order HDD CD ROM LAN and floppy disk drive The computer looks for bootable files in the following order floppy disk drive 1 CD ROM LAN and HDD The computer looks for bootable files in the following order CD ROM 2 LAN HDD floppy disk drive t The computer looks for bootable files in the following order CD ROM 2 LAN floppy disk drive t 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 N 1 2 C Selects the USB floppy disk drive Selects the Network Selects the primary HDD Selects the secondary HDD Selects the CD ROM 2 FDD is looked for when the boot disk is contained in external FDD When SD memory card is set as the boot disk external FDD is looked for first Next SD memory card is looked for 2 n this compu
11. Troubleshooting Infrared port Refer also to the documentation for your IrDA compatible device and related software Problem Infrared devices do not work as expected Procedure Make sure there is no obstruction blocking communication between the computer and the target device If problems persist contact your dealer TOSHIBA Dual 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 AccuPoint Problem Either the Touch Pad or the AccuPoint does not work On screen pointer does not respond to Pad operation The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow Procedure Check the Device Select settings Click start click Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and select Mouse icon Open the Mouse Properties and click Dual Pointing Device tab Then click the Detail Setting button and click the Device Select tab Check that the Touch Pad is not selected Pressing Fn F9 to enables TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device The system might be busy If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass wait for it to resume its normal shape and try again to move it Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Click start click Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and select Mouse icon 2 Click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the speed as instructed and click OK User s Manual Troubleshoot
12. User s Manual 4 17 Operating Basics Data Verification To verify that data is written or rewritten correctly follow the steps below before you write or rewrite a Data CD DVD 1 2 3 Click the Options button N on the RecordNow Console to open the Options panels Select the Data in the left side menu Mark the Verify data written to the disc after burning check box in the Data Options Click the OK button DLA for TOSHIBA Note the following limitations when you use DLA Video This software supports only rewritable discs DVD RW DVD RW and CD RW It does not support DVD R DVD R and CD R discs that are not rewritable DLA does not support formatting a DVD RAM disc and writing to it They are performed by DVD RAM Driver Software If DLA Format menu may appear when inserting a DVD RAM disc into the drive and right clicking the drive icon in Windows Explorer please use DVDForm to format this disc You can run DVDForm by clicking the start button on the taskbar to display the start menu and then selecting All Programs DVD RAM DVD RAM Driver and DVDForm sequentially Do not use any discs that have been formatted with packet writing software other than DLA Similarly do not use any discs that have been formatted with DLA with any packet writing software other than DLA When using a disc you are not familiar with format it by selecting Full Format before using it Do not us
13. which is based on three separate technologies of Intel Pentium M Intel PRO Wireless Network Connection and Intel 915 Chipset Family Intel 915 Chipset Family is a model by whom Intel Pentium M processor is installed Memory Slots 256 512 or 1 024 MB memory modules can be installed in the two memory slots for a maximum of 2 048 MB system memory Video RAM Part of system memory is used for Video RAM 64 or 128 MB of RAM is provided for video display Power Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium ion battery pack RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock RTC and calendar User s Manual 1 3 Introduction AC adaptor Disks Hard disk drive USB floppy disk drive optional The AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low It comes with a detachable power cord It encloses 2 pin or 3 pin plug type Because it is universal it can receive a range of AC voltage from 100 to 240 volts however the output current varies among different models Using the wrong model can damage your computer Refer to the AC adaptor section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour Available in four sizes W 40 0 billion bytes 37 26 GB W 60 0 billion bytes 55 89 GB W 80 0 billion bytes 74 53 GB W 100 0 billion bytes 93 16 GB Other hard disk drives may be introduced Accommodates either 3 1 2 1 44 megabyte or 720 kilobyte floppy
14. If you want to lock the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor set the Slim Select Bay lock screw in the hole for the lock position The lock screw is inserted in the unlock position at the time of purchasing Slim Select Bay Lock screw Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor ZB Inserting the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor 4 6 User s Manual Operating Basics Using optical media drives The text and illustrations in this section refer primarily to the optional media drive However operation is the same for other optical drive in the Slim Select Bay The full size drive provides high performance execution of CD DVD ROM based programs You can run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CD DVDs without an adaptor An ATAPI interface controller is used for CD DVD ROM operation When the computer is accessing a CD DVD ROM an indicator on the drive glows and the Slim Select Bay indicator glows Use the WinDVD application to view DVD Video discs If you have a DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive refer also to the Writing CDs on DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive section for precautions on writing to CDs If you have a DVD R RW drive refer also to the Writing CD DVDs on DVD R RW drive DVD Dual drive section for precautions on writing to CDs If you have a DVD Super Multi drive refer also to the Writing CD DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive section for precautions on writing to CDs T When the power of the optical media drive is off pressing the Fn Tab
15. 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 Troubleshooting Preliminary checklist Consider the simplest solution first The items in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer This includes your printer and any other external device you are using Before you attach an external device turn the computer off When you turn the computer back on it recognizes the new device Make sure all options are set properly in the setup program Check all cables Are they correctly and firmly attached Loose cables can cause signal errors Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins Check that your floppy disk or CD DVD ROM is correctly inserted and that the floppy disk s write protect tab is correctly set Make notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log This will help you describe your problems to your dealer If a problem recurs the log will help you identify the problem faster Analyzing the problem Sometimes the system gives clues that can help you identify why it is malfunctioning Keep the following questions in mind Which part of the system is not operating properly keyboard floppy disk dr
16. Power and Power Up Modes Use only the AC adaptor supplied as an accessory Other AC adaptors have different voltage and terminal polarities and use of them may produce heat and smoke or even result in fire or rupture 3 4 User s Manual Getting Started N E Use only the AC adaptor supplied with your computer or an equivalent adaptor that is compatible Use of any incompatible adaptor could damage your computer TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor W The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region the product is bought and should not be used outside this region For use in other regions please buy power cords that conform to safety rules and regulations in the particular region Wi Do not use a 3 pin to 2 pin conversion plug W When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User s Manual Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adaptor DC output plug could hold an electrical change and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched As a general safety precaution avoid touching any metal parts 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor 3 pin plug The Universal AC Adaptor and power cord bundled with this product may differ depending on the product
17. Special features for details on settings Do not put a magnetic object close to the switch The computer will automatically enter Hibernation mode and shut down even if the Panel Power Off features is disabled 2 10 User s Manual The Grand Tour System indicators SD card Sw P Q 1 C3 Q LEDs next to icons light when various computer operations are in progress b d Q p DC IN Power Battery Slimi B Wireless communication System indicators SD card The SD card indicator glows green when the computer is accessing the SD card slot DC IN The DC IN indicator glows in green when DC power is supplied from the AC power adaptor If the adaptor s output voltage is abnormal or if the power supply malfunctions this indicator flashes orange Power The Power indicator glows in green when the computer is on If you select Standby from Shut Down Windows this indicator blinking orange one second on two seconds off while the computer shuts down Battery The Battery indicator shows the condition of the battery s charge Green indicates full charge orange indicates battery charging and flashing orange indicates a low battery charge Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes HDD The HDD indicator glows green when the computer is accessing the built in hard disk Slim Select Bay The Slim Select Bay indicator glows in green when the computer is accessing a DVD ROM drive DVD ROM amp CD R RW
18. USB connector Connecting the USB floppy disk drive 7 If you connect the USB floppy disk 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 USB floppy disk drive When you have finished using the USB floppy disk drive follow the procedures below to disconnect it 1 Wait for the indicator light to go out to make sure all floppy disk activity has stopped JN If you disconnect the USB floppy disk drive or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the drive you may lose data or damage the floppy disk or the drive 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar 3 Click floppy disk drive that you want remove 4 Pull the USB floppy disk drive s USB connector out of the computer s USB port 4 4 User s Manual Operating Basics Changing Slim Select Bay modules A i This section explains how to change modules in the Slim Select Bay The illustrations show replacement of the optical media drive with the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor Therefore the text refers to those modules However the procedures are the same for any of the modules DVD ROM drive DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive DVD R RW drive DVD Super Multi drive HDD adaptor Slim Select Bay 2nd battery pack with separate tray Wi To avoid injury do not put your hand into the Slim Select Bay slot W B
19. computer Also synonymous with byte chassis The frame containing the computer chip A small semiconductor containing computer logic and circuitry for processing memory input output functions and controlling other chips CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor An electronic circuit fabricated on a silicon wafer that requires very little power Integrated circuits implemented in CMOS technology can be tightly packaged and are highly reliable cold start Starting a computer that is currently off turning on the power COM COM2 COM3 and COM4 The names assigned to the serial and communication ports commands Instructions you enter at the terminal keyboard that direct the actions of the computer or its peripheral devices communications The means by which a computer transmits and receives data to and from another computer or device See parallel interface serial interface Glossary 4 User s Manual Glossary compatibility 1 The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another computer without modifying the data or the media upon which it is being transferred 2 the ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component components Elements or parts of a system which make up the whole system computer program A set of instructions written for a computer that enable it to achieve a desired result computer system A combination of hardware
20. i i HDD Priority Options If more than one HDD is installed in the computer this option lets you set the priority for HDD detection If the first detected HDD has a boot command the system will boot from the HDD Built in HDD gt The computer will look for the Built in HDD first 2nd HDD Default next the 2nd HDD and then the HDD Default 2nd HDD The computer will look for the 2nd HDD first next Built in HDD the Built in HDD and then the HDD E ifa boot command is not found on the first detected HDD the system will not boot from the other HDD It will search the next device in the boot priority for a boot command B Some modules may not be displayed Network Boot Protocol This feature sets the protocol to remotely boot from the network PXE Sets PXE as the protocol Default RPL Sets RPL as the protocol Keyboard External Keyboard Fn key Use this option to set a key combination on an external keyboard to emulate the Fn key on the computer s internal keyboard Setting an Fn key equivalent will let you use Hot keys by pressing the set combination instead of the Fn key PS 2 keyboard only Disabled No Fn key equivalent Default Fn Equivalent Left Ctrl Left Alt Right Ctrl Right Alt Left Alt Left Shift Right Alt Right Shift Left Alt Caps Lock If you select Left Ctrl Left Alt or Right Ctrl Right Alt for this option you cannot use the selected keys to reboot the computer in combination
21. power of the optical media drive on or eject the disc tray A dialog box is displayed when this hotkey is pressed To choose between the functions press the Tab key while holding down the Fn key The chosen function is executed when the Fn Tab keys are released aga TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce To reduce the icon size on the desktop or the application window press the 1 key while holding down the Fn key aga TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge To enlarge the icon size on the desktop or the application window press the 2 key while holding down the Fn key Fn Sticky key You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the Fn key sticky that is you can press it once release it and then press an F number key To start the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility click start point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Utilities and click Accessibility 5 6 User s Manual The Keyboard Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows Windows logo key activates the start menu and the other the application key has the same function as the secondary mouse button A H This key activates the Windows start menu 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
22. 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 Glossary 2 User s Manual Glossary analog signal A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to are an analog of the value to be transmitted Voice communications are analog signals 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 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 processing and games ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange ASCII code is a set of 256 binary codes that represent the most commonly used letters numbers and symbols async Short for asynchronous asynchronous Lacking regular time relationship As applied to computer communications asynchronous refers to the method of transmitting data that does n
23. unless the computer is connected to an AC power source Data in memory will be lost If you carry the computer on board an aircraft or into a hospital be sure to shut down the computer in hibernation mode or in shutdown mode to avoid radio signal interference Benefits of standby The standby feature provides the following benefits Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does hibernation 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 3 10 User s Manual Getting Started 1 Executing standby You can also enable Standby by pressing Fn F3 See Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details You can enter standby mode in one of three ways 1 Click start click Turn Off Computer and click Stand By 2 Close the computer s LCD display panel This feature must be enabled Refer to the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel Open Performance and Maintenance and open TOSHIBA Power Saver 3 Press the power button This feature must be enabled Refer to the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel Open Performance and Maintenance and open TOSHIBA Power Saver When you turn the power back on you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer W When the computer is shut d
24. 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1400 x 1050 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1600 x 1200 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual with LCD 75 only 85 100 1920 x 1440 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual with LCD 75 only 85 2048 x 1536 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual with LCD 75 only Only External Monitor can perform change of Vertical frequency Hz WN Noise may appear if the screen is displayed in high resolution mode on a simultaneous display or multi monitor display while running 3D applications during DVD playback or so on Reduce the resolution until the screen is displayed properly in such cases User s Manual B 9 Display Controller and Modes B 10 User s Manual TECRA M3 Appendix C Wireless LAN Card Specifications Form Factor Mini PCI Type III Compatibility BW IEEE 802 11 Standard for Wireless LANS W Wi Fi Wireless Fidelity certified by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance Network Operating Wi Microsoft Windows Networking System Media Access B CSMA CA Collision Avoidance with Acknowledgment ACK Protocol Data Rate W Theoretical maximum speed 54Mbps IEEE802 11a IEEE802 11g 11b g 11a b g combo type W Theoretical maximum speed 11Mbps IEEE802 11b B Theoretical maximum speed 108Mbps Turbo Mode Atheros11a b g combo type Radio Characteristics Radio Characteristics of Wireless LAN Cards may vary according to E Country region where
25. DVDs 1 Store your CD DVDs in the container they came in to protect them and keep them clean Do not bend the CD DVD Do not write on apply a sticker to or otherwise mar the surface of the CD DVD that contains data Hold the CD DVD by its outside edge or the edge on the center hole Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the drive from properly reading data Do not expose to direct sunlight extreme heat or cold Do not place heavy objects on your CD DVDs If your CD DVDs become dusty or dirty wipe them with a clean dry cloth Wipe from the center out do not wipe in a circular direction around the CD DVD If necessary use a cloth dampened in water or a neutral cleaner Do not use benzine thinner or similar cleaner Floppy disks 1 Store your floppy disks in the container they came in to protect them and keep them clean If a floppy disk is dirty do not use cleaning fluid Clean it with a soft damp cloth Do not slide back the floppy disk s protective metal covering or touch the floppy disk s magnetic surface Fingerprints may prevent the floppy disk drive from reading data from the floppy disk Data may be lost if the floppy disk is twisted bent or exposed to direct sunlight extreme heat or cold Do not place heavy objects on your floppy disks Do not eat smoke or use erasers near your floppy disks Foreign particles inside the floppy disk s jacket can damage the magnetic surface Magnetic energy
26. E Inthe Computer Systems page open the Support amp Downloads menu and choose the Stolen Units Database option Your entries are used to track your computer at our service points User s Manual If your computer is stolen TOSHIBA Theft Registration Send to Fax number Country stolen Machine type e g Satellite A50 Model number e g PSA5O YXT Serial number e g 12345678G Date stolen Owner s details Last name first name Company Street Postal Code City Country Phone Fax TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Technical Service and Support Leibnizstr 2 93055 Regensburg Germany 49 0 941 7807 921 LLEETLEELETETETTI ATT Year Month Day F 2 User s Manual TECRA M3 Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual Alternate naming is included for reference Abbreviations AC alternating current AGP accelerated graphics port ANSI American National Standards Institute APM advanced power manager ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS basic input output system CD ROM Compact Disc Read Only Memory CD RW Compact Disc ReWritable CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor CPU central processing unit CRT cathode ray tube DC direct current DDC display data channel DMA direct memory access DOS disk operating system DVD digital versatile disc DVD R Digital Versatile Disc Recordable DVD RAM Dig
27. EXE ea ee DEVE RE E EUR UE e 8 13 Pain M TT 8 13 AC adaptor iier maya dor f a o mene ra s aa ed dod d ca ane i aa ac 8 13 Battery charger 0 cece eee eee eens 8 14 Hard disk drive pack 1 0 0 0c ce eee n nnn 8 14 Removing the HDD pack 0 0 eee n 8 14 Installingithe HDD pack cieie nede penis eem heya ha whe ead 8 15 User s Manual xi Table of Contents Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor Black 0 0 0 e eee eee 8 16 USB floppy disk drive ccc 6 esac bee e c dees eee CR S ee nd n 8 17 External monitor 2 44c cece eee era eee ev REX ARR REA ee Oe ee 8 17 jM 8 18 Using the TOSHIBA Assist button lille 8 18 Changing the resolution 0 0 0 III 8 19 Displaying movies on a TV or CRT 1 cece nnn 8 19 LINK IEEET394 aici ae occa ewenge aide a aer dee es 8 20 Precautlons cecs bad coke beee l4 pel hea seer bie Dr d AERE ERSLDEE 8 20 GONNECCUNG see defer te gad DR ER ER DN Erg aus uf EAS ead oe ERR 8 21 Bisconnecting 22a cede tee heed nra UR Rhee E a E E E du 8 21 Advanced Port Replicator Ill 0 0020 ee 8 22 Parallel printer 600000 ened ended RR See awed ed eee ees 8 23 Security lock ois dens a ees ao nca ree aera Mura nine SOROR e Led 8 24 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Problem solving procesS 022 20 eee cece eese 9 1 Preliminary checklist 0 0 000 000 cee 9 2 Analyzing the problem 00 000 c cette ee 9 2 Hardware and system checklist
28. Fn Ctrl enhanced keyboard simulation 5 3 Fn Enter 5 3 Fn Esc sound mute 5 3 Fn F1 instant security 5 4 Fn F10 Arrow mode 5 3 Fn F11 Numeric mode 5 3 Fn F12 ScrLock 5 3 Fn F2 power save mode 5 4 Fn F5 display selection 5 5 Fn F6 display brightness 5 5 Fn F7 display brightness 5 5 Fn F8 wireless setting 5 5 Fn F9 Dual Pointing Device 5 6 Fn space LCD screen resolutin selection 5 6 Fn Tab Optical media drive power icon 5 6 Function keys 5 2 G Graphics controller 1 6 Hard disk drive 1 4 1 17 automatic power off 1 11 installing 8 15 removing 8 14 HDD indicator 2 11 Heat dispersal 1 12 4 33 Hibernation 1 13 5 4 High capacity battery 1 17 6 6 Hot keys 1 11 display brightness decrease 5 5 display brightness increase 5 5 display selection 5 5 instant security 5 4 power save mode 5 4 sound mute 5 3 standby 5 4 wireless setting 5 5 HW Setup 1 14 accessing 7 1 boot priority 7 3 CPU 7 6 device config 7 7 display 7 2 general 7 2 keyboard 7 5 LAN 7 6 parallel printer 7 7 USB 7 8 window 7 1 Index 2 User s Manual Index l i LINK 1 7 2 3 8 20 connecting 8 21 disconnecting 8 21 precautions 8 20 problems 9 19 Indicators 2 11 6 4 Infrared port 1 7 location 2 1 problems 9 15 K Keyboard 1 6 5 1 emulating enhanced keyboard 5 2 Fn Sticky key 5 6 Function keys F1 F12 5 2 hot keys 5 3 problems 9 7 typewriter keys 5 1
29. However the Windows Desktop appears on a display device that you used last time to shut down your computer if the display device exists when you turn on the power To change the display settings press Fn F5 If you disconnect the external monitor before you turn the computer s power off be sure to press Fn F5 to switch to the internal display Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details on using hot keys to change the display setting TV You can connect a television set to the Video out jack on the computer Follow the steps below Using the TOSHIBA Assist button 1 Connect the TV adaptor cable s S Video plug to the Video out jack on the computer TV adaptor cable Connecting the S Video cable to the Video out jack 2 Connect the TV adaptor cable s S Video plug to the Video out jack on the TV 3 Press the TOSHIBA Assist button You can use the hot keys Fn F5 to change the display device Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard To use TV OUT function by TOSHIBA Assist button it is necessary to change the settings of TOSHIBA Assist button in advance To open TOSHIBA Controls properties click Start click Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware select TOSHIBA Controls and set TV OUT to TOSHIBA Assist button on Button tab 8 18 User s Manual Optional Devices JI If a television is connected to the computer set the TV type in Display Prop
30. 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 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 Disabled Disables the USB FDD Legacy Emulation 7 8 User s Manual TECRA M3 Chapter 8 Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer s capabilities and its versatility This chapter describes connection or installation of the following devices which are available from your TOSHIBA dealer Cards memory B PC card B ExpressCard WB SD card B Memory expansion Power devices E Battery pack B Slim Select Bay 2nd battery pack B AC adaptor E Battery charger Peripheral devices Hard disk drive pack Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor Black USB floppy disk drive External monitor TV Displaying movies on a TV or CRT i LINK IEEE1394 Advanced Port Replicator Ill Parallel printer Other B Security lock User s Manual Optional Devices PC card The computer is equipped with a PC card slot that can accommodate a Type Il card Any PC card that meets industry standards manufactured by TO
31. Operation is subject to the following two conditions BW This device may not cause harmful interference and BW This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Note that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the authorization to operate this equipment Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized In order to comply with FCC radio frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna which are located on top of LCD distance of 20 cm Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information The Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless it is advised to use the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA in such a manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized The model with embedded Wireless LAN module PA3171U 1MPC Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs CJ6PA3171WL CJ6UPA3232BT The model with e
32. R at maximum 24 speed CD RW at maximum 10 speed DVD R and DVD R at maximum 8 speed DVD RW and DVD RW at maximum 4 speed DVD RAM at maximum 3 speed This drive supports the following formats in addition to DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive B DVD R B DVD RW B DVD R B DVD RW B DVD RAM Some models are equipped with a full size DVD R RW drive module that lets you record data to rewritable CD DVDs as well as run either 12cm 4 72 or 8cm 3 15 CD DVDs without using an adaptor It reads DVD ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD ROMs at maximum 24 speed It writes CD R and CD RW at up to 24 speed DVD R and DVD R at maximum 8 speed DVD RW and DVD RW at maximum 4 speed This drive supports the following formats in addition to DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive B DVD R B DVD RW User s Manual 1 5 Introduction Display The computer s LCD display panel supports high resolution video graphics The LCD screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort and readability Built in Graphics controller Keyboard Built in 14 1 TFT LCD screen 16 M colors with one of the following resolutions W XGA 1024 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels B SXGA 1400 horizontal x 1050 vertical pixels Graphics controller maximizes display performance Refer to Display Controller and Modes section in Appendix B for more information 85 keys or 86 keys compatible with IBM enhanced keyboard embedded numeric over
33. T Rec V 21 V 22 V 22bis V 32 Former CCITT IN 32bis V 34 V 90 Bell 103 212A Fax ITU T Rec V 17 V 29 V 27ter Former CCITT IN 21 ch2 Data transmission and reception 300 1200 2400 4800 7200 9600 12000 14400 16800 19200 21600 24000 26400 28800 31200 33600 bps Data reception only with V 90 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 A 2 User s Manual Specifications Transmitting level Receiving level Input output impedance Error correcting Data compression Power supply 10 dBm 10 to 40 dBm 600 ohms 30 MNP class 4 and ITU T V 42 MNP class 5 and ITU T V 42bis 3 3V supplied by computer User s Manual A 3 Specifications A 4 User s Manual TECRA M3 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 display controller supports VGA SVGA and XGA mods at internal LCD display panel SXGA model supports SXGA and SXGA in addition to VGA SVGA and XGA modes W 14 1 XGA 1024 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels E 14 1 SXGA 1400 horizontal x 1050 vertical pixels Because of the LCD s increased resolution lines may appear broken in DOS mode pue A high resolution external monitor connected to the com
34. Wait a few minutes If the battery still does not charge make sure the outlet of the AC adaptor 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 temperature Unplug the AC adaptor and remove the battery to make sure the terminals are clean If necessary wipe them with a soft dry cloth dipped in alcohol Connect the AC adaptor and replace the battery Make sure it is securely seated Check the Battery indicator If it does not glow 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 computer If the indicator still does not glow the battery may be at the end of its operating life Replace it If you do not think the battery is at the end of its operating life see your dealer 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 consumption settings in TOSHIBA Power Saver utility Consider using a power saving mode 9 6 User s Manual Troubleshooting Real Time Clock Problem The following message is Displayed on the LCD screen RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent Pre
35. Windows special keys 5 7 Keypad overlay 1 11 5 7 Arrow mode 5 7 Numeric mode 5 7 temporarily using normal key board overlay on 5 8 temporarily using overlay overlay off 5 8 turning on the overlays 5 7 L LAN 1 8 4 30 cable types 4 30 connecting 4 31 disconnecting 4 31 jack 2 5 LAN active indicator 2 6 Link indicator 2 5 problems 9 20 Media care 4 22 CD DVDs 4 22 floppy disks 4 22 SD card 8 7 Memory 1 3 expansion 1 17 8 7 installing 8 8 problems 9 17 removing 8 11 Modem 1 8 4 24 connecting 4 26 disconnecting 4 27 jack 2 5 problems 9 19 properties menu 4 25 region selection 4 24 Monitor external 1 6 2 4 8 17 problems 9 18 Moving the computer 4 32 NVIDIA Rotation Settings 1 16 P Password power on 1 11 problems 9 7 starting the computer by 6 17 supervisor 6 17 user 6 15 PC card 1 7 8 2 inserting 8 2 location of slot 2 2 problems 9 14 removing 8 3 Ports Docking interface 1 7 external monitor 1 6 i LINK 1 7 infrared 1 7 Parallel 1 6 USB 1 6 User s Manual Index 3 Index Power button location 2 8 conditions 6 1 hibernation mode 3 8 indicators 6 4 panel on off 1 12 6 18 problems 9 4 shut down mode boot mode 3 8 standby mode 3 10 system auto off 6 18 turning off 3 8 turning on 3 7 Power up modes 6 18 Printer parallel 7 7 8 23 Problems AC power 9 5 Analyzing symptoms 9 2 Battery 9 5 Bluetooth 9 21 Dual Pointing Device 9 15 DVD Multi drive 9 12 DVD Super Multi
36. a time specified You can specify the time and select either System Standby or System hibernation in the System standby and System item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver A ten key pad is integrated into the keyboard Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard for instructions on using the keypad overlay Two levels of password security supervisor and user are available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer A hot key function blanks the LCD screen and disables the computer providing data security User s Manual Introduction Intelligent power supply Battery save mode Panel power on off Low battery automatic hibernation Heat dispersal A microprocessor in the computer s intelligent power supply detects the battery s charge and calculates the remaining battery capacity It also protects electronic components from abnormal conditions such as voltage overload from an AC adaptor You can monitor remaining battery capacity Use the Battery remaining item in TOSHIBA Power Saver This feature lets you save battery power You can specify the Power Save Mode in the Profile item in TOSHIBA Power Saver This feature turns power to the computer off when the computer s LCD display panel is closed and turns it back on when the computer s LCD display panel is opened You can specify the setting in the When I close the lid item of the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power
37. bring magnetic objects close to the computer Be careful of objects such as stereo speakers that produce strong magnetic fields during operation Also be careful with metal objects such as bracelets which can be inadvertently magnetized Do not operate the computer in close proximity to a mobile phone Leave ample ventilation room for the fan Do not block the vents Placement of the 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 LCD display panel should be no higher than eye level to avoid eyestrain 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 LCD display panel The LCD display panel should be angled to reduce glare and maximize visibility If you use a paper holder set it at about the same height and distance as the computer 3 2 User s Manual Getting Started Seating and posture The height of your chair in relation to the computer and keyboard as well as the support it gives your body are primary factors in reducing work strain Refer to the following tips Below eye level 90 angles Foot rest Mte J J gd gg Posture and positioning of the computer Place your chair so that th
38. but it must be formatted correctly If an unformatted card or one with an incompatible format is inserted you will be prompted to format it with a tool named TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format To start the format tool point to or click the following items start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt SD Memory Card Format When you format an SD Memory card all data will be deleted Be sure to save data on the card to other media before you format the card 6 16 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes B Disable button Click this button to invalidate the token You cannot revalidate old tokens but you can use the same SD cards to create new tokens After using the token created for authentication do not leave it inserted in the SD card slot ensure that the token is removed from the slot and stored in a safe location If the token is left in the slot there is a danger of theft or a third party using it for authentication and operating the user s computer resulting in extraction modification or deletion of data when the user is not at their desk Supervisor password If you set a supervisor password some functions might be restricted when a user logs on with the user password To set a supervisor password execute the file TOSPU EXE The file is located at C Program Files Toshiba Windows Utilities SVPWTool1 TOSPU EXE This utility lets you do the following Wi Register delete or change the supervi
39. but others do not Procedure Make sure the drive s disc tray is securely closed Press gently until it clicks into place Check whether the drive power is on If the power is off click on the optical media drive icon in the task tray and turn on the power Open the disc tray and make sure the CD DVD is properly seated It should lie flat with the label facing up A foreign object in the disc tray could block laser light from reading the CD DVD Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the CD DVD is dirty If it is wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Refer to the Media care section in Chapter 4 for details on cleaning The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software s needs Check the CD DVD s documentation Check the type of CD DVD you are using The drive supports DVD ROM DVD ROM DVD Video CD ROM CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA Addressing Method 2 Recordable CD CD R CD RW Check the region code on the DVD It must match that on the DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive Region codes are listed in the Optical media drives section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour 9 10 User s Manual Troubleshooting Problem Cannot write correctly Procedure If you have trouble w
40. change the resolution between 800 x 600 and 1024 x 768 pixels With SXGA between 800 x 600 and 1400 x 1050 pixels Refer to Display Controller and Modes section in Appendix B When the computer operates on the AC adaptor the LCD 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 speakers emit sound generated by your software as well as audio alarms such as low battery condition generated by the system Control buttons below the Touch Pad let you select menu items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the on screen pointer 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 keyboard let you select menu items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the on screen pointer Refer to the Using the AccuPoint section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics A pointer control device located in the center of the keyboard is used to control the on screen pointer Refer to the Using the AccuPoint section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics User s Manual 2 9 The Grand Tour TOSHIBA Presentation button gp TOSHIBA Assist button Power button LCD Sensor switch Press this button to change internal display simultaneous display or multi monitor display The default setting is
41. drive DVD Super Multi drive and DVD R RW drive or Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor in the Slim Select Bay When the secondary battery is in the Slim Select Bay the Slim Select Bay indicator glows as follows green fully charged orange charging the battery User s Manual 2 11 The Grand Tour communication when the Bluetooth and wireless LAN functions are turned on Some models are equipped with a Wireless communication y Wireless The Wireless communication indicator glows Keyboard indicators The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and the Caps Lock indicator When the Arrow mode indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you control the cursor When the Numeric mode indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you enter numbers When the Caps Lock indicator glows the keyboard is in all caps mode Caps Lock indicator Caps Lock indicator Caps Lock This indicator glows green when the alphabet keys are locked in uppercase Arrow mode indicator Numeric mode indicator Keypad overlay indicators 2 12 User s Manual The Grand Tour Arrow mode When the Arrow mode indicator lights green et gt you can use the keypad overlay gray labeled keys as cursor keys Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard Numeric mode You can use the keypad overlay gray labeled EH keys for numeric input when the Numeric mode indicator lights green Refer to th
42. drive 9 12 DVD R RW drive DVD Dual drive 9 11 DVD ROM drive 9 9 DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive 9 10 ExpressCard 9 14 External monitor 9 18 Hard disk drive 9 8 Hardware and system checklist 9 3 i LINK 9 19 Infrared port 9 15 Internal LCD display panel 9 8 Keyboard 9 7 LAN 9 20 Memory expansion 9 17 Modem 9 19 mouse USB 9 16 Overheating power down 9 4 Password 9 7 PC card 9 14 Power 9 4 SD card 9 14 Self test 9 4 Sound system 9 18 support from TOSHIBA 9 22 System start up 9 3 Touch Pad AccuPoint 9 15 USB 9 17 USB floppy disk drive 9 13 Wireless LAN 9 20 Processor 1 3 RecordNow 1 15 4 17 Recovery Media 3 12 Restarting the computer 3 11 S SD card 1 7 8 5 care 8 7 indicator 2 11 inserting 8 5 location of slot 2 2 problems 9 14 removing 8 6 Security lock 1 17 attaching 8 24 location 2 2 Slim Select Bay 2 4 2nd battery pack 1 18 8 12 changing modules 4 5 HDD adaptor Black 8 16 indicator 2 11 location of slot 2 4 modules 1 10 options 1 18 Soft keys enhanced keyboard 5 2 Enter 5 3 right Ctrl key 5 3 ScrLock 5 3 Sound System 4 23 headphone jack 1 7 2 4 microphone 4 23 microphone jack 1 7 2 4 mute hot keys 5 3 problems 9 18 speakers 2 9 volume control 2 1 Index 4 User s Manual Index Standby 1 13 setting 3 10 System automatic 1 11 T TOSHIBA Assist 1 15 TOSHIBA Assist button 1 11 TOSHIBA Controls 1 14 TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device utility 1 15 TOSHIBA Mic Effec
43. formats SD memory card by SD standard format Use this utility to set the read speed for CDs It is ineffective for DVDs You can set up one of the modes Normal Mode can read data early and Quiet Mode can lessen noise User s Manual Introduction Options You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use The following options are available Memory expansion Battery pack High capacity battery pack AC adaptor Battery charger Security lock USB floppy disk Kit Advanced Port Replicator Ill Hard disk drive A 256 512 or 1 024 MB memory module PC2 4200 can easily be installed in the computer An additional battery pack can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer Use it as a spare or replacement An additional battery pack can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer Use it as a spare or replacement If you use your computer at more than one site frequently it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor for each site so you will not have to carry the adaptor with you The battery charger lets you charge extra batteries outside the computer A slot is available to attach a security cable to the computer to deter theft USB floppy disk drive accommodates 1 44 megabyte or 720 kilobyte floppy disk It connects to a USB port You cannot format 720 kilobyte floppy disks on Windows XP but you can use previously formatted disks Th
44. have extra battery packs rotate their use If you will not be using the system for an extended period more than one month remove the battery pack Disconnect the AC 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 6 12 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes Replacing the battery pack When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a new one If the Battery indicator or Slim Select Bay indicator if a Slim Select Bay 2nd battery pack is installed 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 the battery pack For the details about removing installing the Slim Select Bay 2nd battery pack refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Removing the battery pack To replace a discharged battery pack follow the steps below f a oe O Po When handling battery packs do not 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 Do not remove th
45. information which is included with each software This Bluetooth Stack is based on Bluetooth Version 1 1 1 2 specification TOSHIBA cannot confirm all compatibility among any PC products and or other electronic devices using Bluetooth other than TOSHIBA mobile PCs Release Notes related to the Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA 1 Install On Windows2000 or Windows XP Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA does not need signature 2 Fax application software Regarding FAX application software there are some software that you cannot use on this Bluetooth Stack 3 Multi User On Windows XP Multi user does not supported When you use Bluetooth you might not use Bluetooth another logon user Product Support The latest information regarding Operating System support Language Support or available upgrades can be found on our web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or www pcsupport toshiba com in the United States Wireless communication switch AN You can enable or disable Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions 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 E Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals Check the indicator It will stop glowing when the wireless communication function is off W Turn the computer off when you enter an airplane a
46. kilo meaning 1000 often used as equivalent 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 manually pressing marked keys Each keystroke activates a switch that transmits a specific code to the computer For each key the transmitted code is in turn representative of the ASCII character marked on the key kilobyte KB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 bytes See also byte and megabyte L 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 conducting material The viewing side coating is etched into character forming segments with leads that extend to the edge of the glass Applying a voltage between the glass sheets alters the brightness of the liquid crystal LSI Large Scale Integration 1 A technology that allows the inclusion of up to 100 000 simple logic gates on a single chip 2 An integrated circuit that uses 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 million cycles per second See also hertz menu A software interface that displays a list of options on the screen Also called a screen
47. memory card If you format the SD card again be sure to format it with the utility of TOSHIBA SD memory card format not in the format defined as the Windows standard format In order to run TOSHIBA SD memory card format click start point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Utilities and click SD memory card Format TOSHIBA SD memory card format does not format the protected area of SD memory card When you format all area of the SD memory card including the protected area use the application that responds to the copy protection system Inserting an SD card To insert an SD card follow the steps below 1 Insert an SD card in the SD card slot User s Manual 8 5 Optional Devices 2 Press gently to ensure a firm connection SD card slot SD card Inserting an SD card 7 AN v Make sure the SD card is oriented properly before you insert it Removing an SD card To remove an SD card follow the steps below 1 Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar 2 Point to SD card and click 3 Push in the SD card and release it to pop the card out slightly 4 Grasp the SD card and remove it SD card slot Removing an SD card W Make sure the SD card indicator is out before you remove the SD 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 E Do not remove an SD card wh
48. pomis pinea did eee ee 4 2 Replacing the Capris iia eren rec obe E a E wah Pane v eee ind a 4 3 viii User s Manual Table of Contents Using the USB floppy disk drive optional elles 4 4 Connecting USB floppy disk drive llle 4 4 Disconnecting USB floppy disk drive llli 4 4 Changing Slim Select Bay modules 0 00 cee eee eee eens 4 5 Removing a module 0 0 0 tte eee 4 5 Inserting a module e252 bese ee dees eek e RE aes 4 6 Using optical media drives 0 0 eee III 4 7 Loading dISCS lene RR eee ey bleed bebe rhe hd RED EIL bE hel 4 7 REMOVING GISCS saura wa da Peek EE ea eRe eS ee ee ead 4 9 How to remove CD DVD when the disk tray will notopen 4 10 Writing CDs on DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive 0 00 cee eee eee 4 10 Before writing or rewriting 0 0 0 c cect 4 11 When writing or rewriting s 2l II 4 12 Writing CD DVDs on DVD R RW drive DVD Dual drive 4 12 Writing CD DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive essel 4 12 Important message DVD R RW drive eee 4 12 Important message DVD Super Multi drive anana sanaaa anaa 4 13 Disclaimer DVD R RW drive sss 4 13 Disclaimer DVD Super Multi drive llle 4 13 Before writing or rewriting liliis 4 14 When writing or rewriting 0 0 RII 4 16 RecordNow Basic for TOSHIBA 0 0 0 cece ae 4 17 Data Verificati
49. rewrite success rates CD R TAIYO YUDEN CO LTD MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd Hitachi Maxell Ltd CD RW Multi Speed and High Speed MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd CD RW Ultra Speed MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION DVD R DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2 0 TAIYO YUDEN CO LTD Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd DVD R MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd DVD RW DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for Version 1 1 or version 1 2 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION DVD RW MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd DVD RAM DVD Specifications for DVD RAM Disc for Version 2 0 or Version 2 1 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd Hitachi Maxell Ltd 4 14 User s Manual Operating Basics i This drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 8 speed DVD R DVD R 4 speed DVD RW DVD RW 3 speed DVD RAM Wi If the disc is poor in quality dirty or damaged writing or rewriting errors may occur Be careful to check the disc for dirt or damage before you use it E The actual number of rewrites to CD RW DVD RW DVD RW or DVD RAM is affected by the quality of the disc and the way it is used E There are two types of DVD R discs authoring and general use discs Do not use authoring discs Only general use discs can be written to by a computer drive Wi You can
50. 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 When the computer does not start properly check the following items B Self Test B Power Sources E Power on Password W System start up W PC card E Self test B ExpressCard E Power E Infrared port B Password Wi Dual Pointing device W Keyboard E USB Wi Internal LCD display panel B Memory expansion E Hard disk drive B Sound system B DVD ROM drive E External monitor B DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive E i LINK IEEE1394 B DVD R RW drive B Modem DVD Dual drive E LAN B DVD Super Multi drive B Wireless LAN E USB floppy disk drive H Bluetooth W SD card E Printer B TV output signal User s Manual 9 3 Troubleshooting Self test When the computer starts up the self test will be run automatically and the following will be displayed D 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 TOSHIBA HW Setup program If any of the following conditions are present the self test failed
51. the keyboard with gray 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 the figure below Turning on the overlays The numeric keypad overlay can be used for numeric data input or cursor and page control Arrow mode To turn on the Arrow mode press Fn F10 The Arrow mode indicator lights Now try cursor and page control using the keys shown in the figure below Press Fn F10 again to turn off the overlay 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 the figure below Press Fn F11 again to turn off the overlay User s Manual 5 7 The Keyboard amp Bix B 7 8 Home 7 Q t BYU Pp 9 4 CI om E E a F EET 1 ECT f rrrrrtr di Yer eT ne cs cd cs 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 2 3 Hold Fn and press any other key All keys will operate as if the overlay were off Type upper case characters by holding Fn Shift and pressing a character key Release Fn to continue using the overlay Temporarily using overlay overl
52. the simultaneous display on LCD and CRT with resolution of 1024 x 768 When you press this button twice the display mode returns to single display on LCD only Setting of multi monitor display in Windows XP computer changes its display mode to the multi monitor display on LCD and CRT You can also return to single display by pressing this button twice The setting of TOSHIBA Presentation button can be changed through the properties of TOSHIBA Controls Display mode is changed to the multi monitor display by selecting Different Image Windows XP only or to the simultaneous display on internal and external display by selecting Same Image Press this button to launch the program automatically In power off stand by or hibernation mode press this button to start the computer and launch the program You can select the function on TOSHIBA Controls properties The default is TOSHIBA Assist Press the power button to turn the computer s power on and off This switch senses when the computer s LCD display panel is closed or opened and activates the Panel Power Off On feature When you close the LCD display panel the computer enters Hibernation mode and shuts down When you open the computer s LCD display panel the computer starts in Hibernation mode Use the TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility to enable or disable this feature The default is enabled Refer to the TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility and Panel Power Off On items in Chapter 1
53. to either CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM discs The following applications for writing are preinstalled RecordNow and DLA licensed by Sonic Solutions Important message DVD R RW drive Before you write or rewrite to CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW disc read and follow all setup and operating instructions in this section If you fail to do so the DVD R RW drive may not function properly and you may fail to write or rewrite lose data or incur other damage 4 12 User s Manual Operating Basics Important message DVD Super Multi drive Before you write or rewrite to CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM disc read and follow all setup and operating instructions in this section If you fail to do so the DVD Super Multi drive may not function properly and you may fail to write or rewrite lose data or incur other damage Disclaimer DVD R RW drive TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following B Damage to any CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product W Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product or for any business profit loss or business interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the recorded contents W Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or software Given the technological limitations of current optical disc writing drive
54. with the Del key For example if you select Left Ctrl Left Alt you must use Right Ctrl Right Alt and Del to reboot the computer Left Ctrl Left Alt and Del cannot be used User s Manual 7 5 HW Setup T Wake up on Keyboard When this feature is enabled and the computer is in Standby mode you can turn on the computer by pressing any key It is effective only for the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in standby mode Enabled Enables the Wake up on Keyboard Disabled Disables the Wake up on Keyboard Default CPU This function lets you set the CPU operating mode It is displayed in Pentium M model only Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode This option lets you choose from the following settings Dynamically CPU power consumption and clock speed Switchable 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 LAN Wake up on LAN This feature lets the computer s power be turned on when it receives a wake up signal from the LAN Enabled Enables Wake up on LAN Disabled Disables Wake up on LAN Default Do not install or remove an op
55. your dealer Computer shuts down Indicates a problem with the heat dispersal and its DC IN indicator system Please contact your dealer is flashing in 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 9 2 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 computer contact your dealer Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery check the DC IN indicator as well as the Battery indicator For information on indicators and battery operation see Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Problem Procedure Battery doesn t power The battery may be discharged Connect the AC the computer adaptor to charge the battery User s Manual 9 5 Troubleshooting Problem Battery doesn t charge when the AC adaptor is attached Battery or Slim Select bay indicator does not glow in orange Battery doesn t power the computer as long as expected Procedure If the battery is completely discharged it will not begin charging immediately
56. 2 pin conversion plug W The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region the product is bought and should not be used outside this region For use in other regions please buy power cords that conform to safety rules and regulations in the particular region User s Manual 2 17 The Grand Tour WN Use only the AC adaptor that came with the computer or an equivalent optional adaptor Use of any other adaptors could damage your computer TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case Use only the AC adaptor supplied as an accessory Other AC adaptors have different voltage and terminal polarities and use of them may produce heat and smoke or even result in fire or rupture 2 18 User s Manual TECRA M3 Chapter 3 Getting Started This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer It covers the following topics E Setting up your work space for your health and safety Be sure also to read the Safety Instruction Manual This guide which is included with the computer explains product liability pmi o B Connecting the AC adaptor Opening the display Turning on the power Starting up for the first time Turning off the power Restarting the computer Restoring the preinstalled software i All users should be sure to read the section Starting up for the first time Setting up your work space Establishing a comfortable work s
57. 3 General el Le ieee be cre EE beaded Q4 FOE RES AIL EIS D 3 European Union EU and EFTA 1 ee eh D 3 Canada Industry Canada IC 0 0 eee D 3 Caution FCC Interference Statement llle D 4 Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation 2 5 D 4 UCEIDMEMCEEEc LTLDEMURLTERETTT D 5 Using Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA equipment in Japan D 6 Device Authorization lisse Ih D 7 Approved Countries Regions for use Bluetooth wireless technology D 8 Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors Certification agencies 0c enne E 1 Appendix F If your computer is stolen Glossary Index User s Manual xiii Table of Contents xiv User s Manual TECRA M3 Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TECRA M3 computer This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability including multimedia devices and it is designed to provide years of reliable high performance computing This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TECRA M3 computer It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer basic operations and care using optional devices and troubleshooting If you are a new user of computers or if you re new to portable computing first read over the ntroduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer s features components and accessory devices Then re
58. 80 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual with LCD 75 only 85 100 1600 x 1200 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual with LCD 75 only 85 100 1920 x 1440 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual with LCD 75 only 85 2048 x 1536 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual with LCD 75 only Only External Monitor can perform change of Vertical frequency Hz WN Noise may appear if the screen is displayed in high resolution mode on a simultaneous display or multi monitor display while running 3D applications during DVD playback or so on Reduce the resolution until the screen is displayed properly in such cases B 6 User s Manual Display Controller and Modes Resolution 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024 1400 x 1050 1600 x 1200 Virtual with LCD only 1920 x 1440 Virtual with LCD only 2048 x 1536 Virtual with LCD only Table 3 Video modes SXGA model LCD colors 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K CRT colors 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K 256 256K Vertical frequency Hz 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 60 75 Only External Monitor can perform change of Vertical frequency Hz AN No
59. A portable computers using these cards Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or http www pc support global toshiba com in the United States for more information m When you use Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA close to 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors If you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA always change the frequency move your computer to the area outside of the interference range of 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices 40 meters 43 74 yards or more or stop transmitting from your computer Please contact TOSHIBA PC product Support on Web site http www toshiba europe com computers int bluetooth htm in Europe or http www pc support global toshiba com in the United States for more information m Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection If you should experience any such problem immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or http www pc support global toshiba com in th
60. A 1 1 compatible external devices The PC card slot accommodates a Type ll card The ExpressCard slot accommodates an ExpressCard This slot lets you easily transfer data from devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants that use SD card flash memory Refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Windows sound system compatible sound System provides internal speakers and a microphone as well as jacks for an external microphone and headphones The video out jack lets you transfer video data to external devices Data output depends on the type of device connected to the S Video cable A 3 5 mm mini headphone jack enables connection of stereo headphones A 3 5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a three conductor mini jack for monaural microphone input 1 7 Introduction Communications Modem LAN Bluetooth An internal modem provides capability for data and fax communication It supports V 90 V 92 The speed of data transfer and fax depends on analog telephone line conditions It has a modem jack for connecting to a telephone line Both of V 90 and V 92 are supported only in USA Canada UK France Germany and Australia Only V 90 is available in other regions The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX and Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 megabits per second 1000BASE T Some compute
61. Atheros Super AG technology Atheros module type Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on the 152 bit encryption algorithm Atheros module type Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on the 128 bit encryption algorithm Intel module type E Advanced Encryption Standard AES data encryption based on 256 bit encryption algorithm Atheros module type User s Manual 4 27 Operating Basics J W The numerical values for display are the theoretical maximums for Wireless LAN standards The actual values may differ W The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations The Transmit Rate xx Mbit s is the theoretical maximum speed under the IEEE802 11 a b g standard The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed To use the Atheros SuperAG function your client and access point must support the corresponding feature Performance of these functions may vary depending on the format of data transmitted Security E Be sure to enable WEP encryption function Otherwise your computer will allow the illegal access by outsider through Wireless LAN to cause illegal intrusion eavesdropping and loss or destruction of stored data TOSHIBA strongly recommend t
62. 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 User s Manual HW Setup J 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 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 use the display to be used when the computer is booted This setting is only available on Standard VGA mode and not available on Windows Desktop Auto Selected Selects an external monitor if one is connected Otherwise it selects the internal LCD Default LCD Analog RGB Selects both the internal LCD and external monitor for simultaneous display If the connected external monitor does not support the SVGA mode selecting the LCD Analog RGB mode will not display the screen on that monitor At Windows start up the screen is displayed on the external monitor if it was connected at the time of the previous power off and is found at the start up Otherwise the screen is displayed on the internal LCD 7 2 User s Manual HW Setup Boot Priority Boot Priority Options
63. Card Format CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer This utility let you rotate the desktop by 0 and 180 easily It can rotate by clicking the icon ina taskbar or pressing Ctrl Shft R Ina multi monitor setup the display that contains the cursor is effective This utility lets you set a password that restricts access to the computer A broad range of audio controls are available through the ADI sound driver including Software Synthesize Mic Volume Noise Reduction and Audio Power Management Click start click Control Panel and click SoundMAX icon to change the Mic Noise Reduction settings and the Power Management settings If you are viewing the Control Panel in Category View click on Switch to Classic View For other sound settings use the Windows Device Manager Multimedia Panel or Volume Dial This utility lets you make the Fn key sticky that is you can press it once release it and they press an F number key The Fn key remains active until another key is pressed DLA Drive Letter Access is the packet writing software which provides the function which writes files and or folders to DVD RW CD RW and DVD RW discs via a drive letter like a floppy disk or other removable disks This utility has the change of a display device and the function to change display resolution Press Fn F5 to change the active display device Press Fn Space keys to change the display resolution This utility has the function which
64. Carefully observe the following advisories Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in moderate or minor injury or property damage Note Provides important information Danger 1 Never try to dispose of the battery pack by burning or expose it toa heating device such as a microwave oven The battery pack could explode and cause bodily injury 2 Never try to disassemble repair or otherwise tamper with a battery pack The battery pack will overheat and ignite Leakage of caustic alkaline solution or other electrolytic substances will cause fire or injury possibly resulting in death or serious injury 3 Never short circuit the battery pack by contacting the terminals with a metal object A short circuit can cause fire or otherwise damage the battery pack and possibly cause injury To avoid accidental short circuit always wrap the battery pack in plastic and cover the terminals with electrical tape when storing or disposing of the battery pack 4 Never puncture the battery pack with a nail or other sharp object Never strike it with a hammer or other object Never step on it 5 Never try to charge the battery pack in
65. EE K EE E PR Reba pak ee ea ek 1 1 SOMWANC 1 rr dep dla AA Sa SERRE PE Ee oe Dyes IUE RE a Reyes 1 2 Documentation and Backup Media 0000s cece eee eee 1 2 Features i352 Tm 1 3 Special features 6 ssc eee eed we Se eee os Be eee ea ee eed ea ee ea ER 1 11 ENIM EMI 1 14 jpuDL IMEEM 1 17 Chapter 2 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed 000 cece eee eee eee 2 1 Left side niue Estee ES des Sg tired canola Geer a des 2 2 Right Side prace eue REIR a od RR eee te ee eee ide Rx ee i Tan 2 4 Back Sid teats ead age b nari uai RE RAE REA Lu ex E RE EE Rs 2 5 Underside sser use c rr ERR IRR el ee ee ee eee dele a ed RU IER RAE 2 6 User s Manual Table of Contents Front with the display open 00 22 eee eee 2 8 System indicators occ swag cece lh sem ee Pee ee E TREE RE EIS 2 11 Keyboard indicators emet Re eee ete ea nn ee ee RT RUE Pe 2 12 USB floppy disk drive optional 0 0 0 cece eee 2 13 Optical media drives 2222 cae eee eee el awe ee eee 2 14 Region codes for DVD drives and media 0 2 00 00 e eee eee 2 14 Writable discs unrolee ae eee ete e uae eee ERR Res 2 14 p xDD 2 15 DVDS ulslLilesseA amp bbedarc desdbde be cqperbpren Deb LECLEPBGREM d amp 2 15 Foma CPP 2 15 DVD ROM dive cce coa eiew pee Rui dete Deed eee teehee ede es 2 15 DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive 0 teens 2 15 DVD Super Multi dive seroso pbe beer d nb bon hhh end daw b
66. IEEE1394 This port enables high speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video cameras infrared port A cableless communications port 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 particular task interface 1 Hardware and or software components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another 2 To physically connect one system or device to another to exchange information 3 The point of contact between user the computer and the program for example the keyboard or a menu interrupt request A signal that gives a component access to the processor l O Input output Refers to acceptance and transfer of data to and from a computer I O devices Equipment used to communicate with the computer and transfer data to and from it IrDA 1 1 An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps Glossary 8 User s Manual Glossary J jumper A small clip or wire that allows you to change the hardware characteristics by electrically connecting two points of a circuit K K Taken from the Greek word
67. MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd The following special media recommend the next manufacturers Multi Speed and High Speed CD RW MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd Ultra Speed CD RW MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION TOSHIBA has confirmed the operation of CD R and CD RW media of the manufacturers above Operation of other media cannot be guaranteed Wi The actual number of rewrites to CD RW is affected by the quality of the disc and the way it is used E Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you write or rewrite E Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software E Do notrun software such as a screen saver which can put a heavy load on the CPU E Operate the computer at full power Do not use power saving features E Do not write while virus check software is running Wait for it to finish then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background B Do not use hard disk utilities including those intended to enhance HDD access speed They may cause unstable operation and damage data E Write from the computer s HDD to the CD Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device W Writing with software other than Sonic RecordNow has not been confirmed Therefore operation with other software cannot be guaranteed User s Manual 4 11 Operating Basics When writing or rewrit
68. Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar 2 Point to ExpressCard and click 3 Press the ExpressCard eject button to extend it T If the ExpressCard is not inserted all the way the eject button may not pop T out Be sure to push the ExpressCard firmly and press the eject button again 4 Press the extended eject button to pop the card out slightly ExpressCard ExpressCard eject button Removing the ExpressCard 8 4 User s Manual Optional Devices SD card The computer is equipped with an SD card slot that can accommodate Secure Digital flash memory cards with various memory capacities 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 Multi Media cards JN Keep foreign objects out of the SD card slot A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry F SD memory cards comply with SDMI Secure Digital Music Initiative which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music For this reason you cannot copy or playback protected material on another computer or other device You may not use the reproduction of any copyrighted material except for your personal enjoyment Formatting an SD memory card SD memory cards are sold with format in conformity to the Standards of SD
69. Operates e Quick charge Charge LED 2nd battery orange LED 2nd battery DC IN green orange DC IN green Operates No charge No charge LED 2nd Battery off LED 2nd battery off DC IN green DC IN green Operates LED Battery off DC IN off Operates LED Battery flashes orange DC IN off Computer shuts down No operation LED Battery off DC IN off 6 2 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes Table 6 1 Power conditions continued Power on Power off no operation AC 2nd battery Operates adaptor charge is above ED 2nd battery off not low battery DC IN off connected trigger point 2nd battery Operates charge is below ED 2nd battery low battery flashes orange trigger point DC IN off 2nd battery Computer shuts down charge is exhausted No 2nd battery No operation is installed LED 2nd battery off DC IN off 2nd battery indicator refers to the Slim Select Bay indicator when a 2l FREE j secondary battery is installed 1 When the 2nd battery is not charging 2 When the main battery is not charging 3 For the computer to shut down in hibernation mode the hibernation feature must be enabled in two places in TOSHIBA Power Saver the Hibernate window and the Battery Alarm item of the Alarm window If a main battery and a 2nd battery are installed the computer does not shut down until the charge in both batteries is exhausted 4 When n
70. RESM 9 21 Printer cadauer eA o RR CERE EX S ERA ROO Dee d e eee dese ds 9 21 TV outputsignal lllsiisssslssell ln 9 22 TOSHIBA support iiser ru RR RR RR RR E ade eee eee eee eee awed 9 22 Betore you call eine oa aod Sarees 2b SSE aw a GE EE Rd EAE awe 9 22 Where to writes serc deese dieed eee ob Bd eee be Pee ae 9 22 Appendix A Specifications Physical Dimensions 1265 idere RR Er REIR Feed ewe ee REOR ee un A 1 Environmental Requirements 0000 000 e ee eee cee eee A 1 Built in Modem clem I e erie bebe bere hb kp yd aep eger ees A 2 Appendix B Display Controller and Modes Display controlen s emer Ra E ne ker cue ike cuis apa ee ala a em a enr B 1 Mideo modes 2 nre prenne told ante ca eran ide ierra bsc ap xe eros shed iens B 1 Appendix C Wireless LAN Card Specifications 00 cee C 1 Radio Characteristics lseeieeeeeeeee n nnn C 1 Supported Frequency Sub bands 0 c cee eee C 2 Wireless IEEE 802 11 Channels Sets Revision B and G C 2 Wireless IEEE 802 11 Channels Sets Revision A 0 00 2 eee eee C 3 Wireless Channels Sets Turbo Mode 0 0 e eee eee eee eee C 4 Wireless Channels Sets Turbo Mode 0 0 e eee eee eee C 4 Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health LL ssu D 3 Regulatory statements 00 nunnana D
71. SHIBA or other vendor can be installed The slot supports 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 Inserting a PC card T The PC card slot is located on the left side of the computer Windows hot install feature lets you insert PC cards while the computer s power is on Do not insert a PC card while the computer is in standby or hibernation mode Some cards might not work properly To insert a PC card follow the steps below Press the PC card eject button to extend it Press the extended eject button to pop the Dummy card out slightly Grasp the Dummy card and draw it out Insert a PC card in the PC card slot Press gently to ensure a firm connection arRWNS gt PC card slot Inserting the PC card 6 After inserting the PC card refer to the PC card s documentation and check the configuration in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your PC card 8 2 User s Manual Optional Devices Removing a PC card i i To remove the PC card follow the steps below 1 Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar 2 Point to PC card and click 3 Press the PC card eject button to extend it If the PC card is not inserted all the way the eject button may not pop out Be sure to push the PC card firml
72. Saver When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cannot be continued the system automatically enters Hibernation and shuts down You can specify the setting in the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver 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 Cooling Method item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver B Maximum Turns on fan first then if Performance necessary lowers CPU processing speed B Performance Uses a combination of fan and lowering the CPU processing speed Wi Battery optimized Lowers the CPU processing speed first then if necessary turns on the Cooling Method User s Manual Introduction Optical media drive power icon Hibernation Standby Use this to turn the power of the optical media drive on or off Clicking on the optical media drive icon on the taskbar will turn the power of the optical media drive on or off If the optical media drive power is off the disc tray will not open even if the eject button is pushed The power of the optical media drive can be turned on using the optical media drive icon This feature lets you turn off the power without exiting from your software The contents of main memory are saved to the hard disk when you turn on the power again you can continue working
73. T terminal A typewriter like keyboard and CRT display screen connected to the computer for data input output TFT display A liquid crystal display LCD made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active matrix technology with thin film transistor TFT to drive each cell Touch Pad A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest 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 volatile memory Random access memory RAM that stores information as long as power is supplied to the computer W warm start Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off window A portion of the screen that can display its own application document or dialog box Often used to mean a Microsoft Windows window Wireless LAN Local Area Network LAN through wireless communication write protection A method for protecting a floppy disk from accidental erasure User s Manual Glossary 13 Glossary Glossary 14 User s Manual A AC adaptor 1 4 2 17 additional 1 17 8 13 connecting 3 4 DC IN 15V jack 2 6 Advanced Port Replicator III 1 17 8 22 ASCII characters 5 9 Battery 2
74. TECRA M3 TOSHIBA TECRA M3 Portable Personal Computer User s Manual User s Manual Copyright 2005 by TOSHIBA Corporation All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein TOSHIBA TECRA M3 Portable Personal Computer User s Manual First edition January 2005 Copyright authority for music movies computer programs data bases and other intellectual property covered by copyright laws belongs to the author or to the copyright owner Copyrighted material can be reproduced only for personal use or use within the home Any other use beyond that stipulated above including conversion to digital format alteration transfer of copied material and distribution on a network without the permission of the copyright owner is a violation of copyright or author s rights and is subject to civil damages or criminal action Please comply with copyright laws in making any reproduction from this manual Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA TECRA M3 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 dir
75. 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 pack is installed and what the charge level is for the battery Table 6 1 Power conditions Power on Power off no operation AC Main Battery Operates No charge adaptor fully charged No charge LED Battery green connected LED Battery green DC IN green DC IN green Main Battery Operates e Quick charge Palin Charge LED Battery orange ae las LED Battery orange DC IN green DC IN green No Main battery Operates No charge installed No charge LED Battery off LED Battery off DC IN green DC IN green User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes AC 2nd battery fully adaptor charged connected 2nd Battery partially charged or no charge No 2nd battery installed AC Main battery adaptor charge is above not low battery connected trigger point Main battery charge is below low battery trigger point Main battery charge is exhausted No main battery installed Table 6 1 Power conditions continued Power on Power off no operation Operates No charge No charge LED 2nd battery green LED 2nd Battery green DC IN green DC IN green
76. ad Getting Started for step by step instructions on setting up your computer If you are an experienced computer user please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organized then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages Be sure to look over the Special features section of the Introduction to learn about features that are uncommon or unique to the computers and carefully read HW Setup 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 the following nine chapters six appendixes a glossary and an index Chapter 1 ntroduction is an overview of the computer s features capabilities and options Chapter 2 The Grand Tour identifies the components of the computer and briefly explains how they function Chapter 3 Getting Started provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work area User s Manual Preface Chapter 4 Operating Basics includes instructions on using the following devices TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device USB floppy disk drive Slim Select Bay modules optical media drives sound system modem Wireless communication features LAN It also provides tips on care of the computer floppy disks and CD DVDs Chapter 5 The Keyboard describes special keyboard functions including the k
77. ake sure it is empty If a floppy disk is in the drive press the eject button and remove the floppy disk 1 Open the computer s LCD display panel 2 Press and hold the computer s power button for two or three seconds Power button Z Turning on the power Starting up for the first time When you first turn on the power the computer s initial screen is the Microsoft Windows XP Startup Screen Logo Follow the on screen directions for each screen During setup you can click the Back button to return to the previous screen Be sure to read the Windows End User License Agreement display carefully 1 Be sure to read the License Agreement carefully User s Manual 3 7 Getting Started 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 A AN 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 floppy disk 2 Make sure all disk disc activity has stopped then remove the CD DVDs or floppy disk Make sure the HDD Slim Select Bay and Slim Select Bay s module indicators are off If you turn off the power while a disk disc is being accessed you can lose data or damage the disk disc 3 Click start then click Turn Off Computer From the Turn Off Computer menu se
78. al monitor Press hotkeys Fn F5 to change the display Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard If problems persist contact your dealer E If you turn the computer off in Standby mode while the display is on TV the j computer will select either the internal LCD or an external computer CRT as the display device TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional technical assistance Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first Before contacting TOSHIBA try the following W Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation for software and peripheral devices E ifa problem occurs when you are running software applications consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions Call the software company s technical support for assistance W 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 location listed in the accompanying warranty booklet or visit www toshiba europe com on the Internet 9 22 User s Manual TECRA M3 Appendix A Specifications This ap
79. ansport or carry the computer HDD pack cover One screw secures the HDD cover screw Slim Select Bay See the Right side section in this chapter for details Slim Select Bay lock One screw secures the Slim Select Bay lock screw User s Manual 2 7 The Grand Tour Front with the display open This section shows the computer with the LCD display panel open Refer to the appropriate illustration for details To open the display slide the display latch on the front of the LCD display panel and lift up Position the LCD display panel at a comfortable viewing angle Display hinge Microphone LCD Sensor switch Not shown LCD screen Stereo speaker Right AccuPoint Stereo speaker Left Touch Pad Power button TOSHIBA Assist Button TOSHIBA Presentation Button AccuPoint control Buttons Touch Pad control buttons The front of the computer with the LCD panel open Display hinge The display hinge holds the LCD display panel at easy to view angles Microphone A built in microphone lets you record sound into your applications Refer to the Using the microphone section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics 2 8 User s Manual The Grand Tour LCD screen Stereo speakers Touch Pad control buttons Touch Pad AccuPoint control buttons AccuPoint The LCD screen displays high contrast text and graphics The available resolution depends on the model With XGA you can
80. any manner other than that described in the user s manual Never connect the battery pack toa plug socket or to an automobile s cigarette lighter socket It may rupture or ignite 6 Use only the battery pack supplied with the computer or other device or a battery pack approved by the computer or device s manufacturer Battery packs have different voltages and terminal polarities Use of an improper battery could cause smoke fire or rupture of the battery pack 7 Never subject a battery pack to heat such as storage near a heat source Exposure to heat can cause the battery pack to ignite explode or leak caustic liquid and cause death or serious injury It could also fail or malfunction causing data loss 8 Never expose the battery pack to abnormal shock vibration or pressure The battery pack s internal protective device will fail causing it to overheat explode ignite or leak caustic liquids possibly resulting in death or serious injury 9 Never let a battery pack become wet A wet battery pack will overheat ignite or rupture possibly resulting in death or serious injury User s Manual 6 7 Power and Power Up Modes Warning 1 Never allow caustic electrolyte fluid leaked from a battery pack to contact your eyes skin or clothing If caustic electrolyte fluid should contact your eyes immediately wash your eyes with large amounts of running water and seek medical attention to help prevent eye damage If el
81. as been tested to and found to conform with the additional requirements conditional in EG 201 121 Germany ATAAB ANO005 AN006 AN007 AN009 ANO010 and DE03 04 05 08 09 12 14 17 Greece ATAAB ANO005 ANO006 and GR01 02 03 04 Portugal ATAAB ANO01 005 006 007 011 and P03 04 08 10 Spain ATAAB ANO05 007 012 and ESO1 Switzerland ATAAB ANOO2 All other countries regions ATAAB ANO003 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 User s Manual User s Manual Description on Laser specification The optical disk drive such as CD ROM drive DVD ROM drive DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive DVD Super Multi drive and DVD R RW drive that is used in this computer is equipped with laser The classification label with the following sentence is affixed to the surface of the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT The drive with the above label is certified by the manufacturer that the drive complies with the requirement for laser product on the date of manufacturing pursuant to article 21 o
82. authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Taiwan Article 14 Unless approved for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery any company trader or user shall not change the frequency increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications In event that any interference is found the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery User s Manual D 5 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Using Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400 2 483 5 MHz for second generation low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low power radio station 1 Sticker Please put the following sticker on compute
83. ay off While using the normal keyboard you can temporarily use the keypad overlay without turning it on 1 2 3 Press and hold down Fn 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 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 5 8 User s Manual The Keyboard Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation But you can generate these characters using their ASCII codes With the overlay on 1 Hold down Alt 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code 3 Release Alt and the ASCII character appears on the display screen With the overlay off 1 Hold down Alt Fn 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code 3 Release Alt Fn and the ASCII character appears on the display screen User s Manual 5 9 The Keyboard 5 10 User s Manual TECRA M3 Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes The computer s power resources include the AC adaptor battery pack and internal batteries
84. be recorded more than once Formats The drives support the following formats B CD ROM W DVD Video B DVD ROM E CD Text E CD DA BW CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 W Photo CD single multi session Hm Enhanced CD CD EXTRA BW CD ROM XA Mode 2 W Addressing Method 2 Form1 Form2 DVD ROM drive i The full size DVD ROM drive module lets you run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CD DVDs without using an adaptor The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge DVD read 8 speed maximum CD read 24 speed maximum DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive J The full size DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive module lets you record data to rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CD DVDs without using an adaptor The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge DVD read 8 speed maximum CD read 24 speed maximum CD R write 24 speed maximum CD RW write 24 speed maximum high speed media User s Manual The Grand Tour DVD Super Multi drive The full size DVD Super Multi drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD DVDs as well as run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CD DVDs without using an adaptor The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer pio edge DVD read 8 speed maximum DVD R write 8 speed maximum DVD RW write 4 speed maximum DVD R write 8 speed maximum DVD RW write 4 speed maxim
85. by TOSHIBA 00 0 cece eee eee 4 29 Wireless communication switch 0 0 0 0 cc te eae 4 29 Wireless communication Indicator sssaaa aeea 4 30 LAN 25 au RR Veen ten ERO RR EE ERU Rx PER eed Ri ea ee E ea 4 30 LAN cable tyD6S c see pr RR ERR RR Bee eee eee Rp Rer wee a ps 4 30 Connecting LAN cable lssleeeee eens 4 31 Disconnecting LAN cable 0 0 cece III 4 31 Cleaning the computer lsliueleueleeeeelee enne 4 32 Moving the computer 20 22 cece ne 4 32 Heat dispersal eulx Geneve eee wows ae Rug 4 33 Chapter 5 The Keyboard Typewriter Keys ie ee waded eae ee ee keer es ERREUR RAE RARE RR TS 5 1 Function keys F1 P42 ence Soa etek eee aeai tear Rare ea ences 5 2 Soft keys Fn key combinations 0 00 c cee eee nnn 5 2 Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard illlilllleilllsllln 5 2 Hotk ys ure zu Rr AREE AINE E RETE EE RENE RR RARE n Run 5 3 A SUCKY KEY PI D UPUEEPITITT 5 6 Windows special keys 2002 eee eee 5 7 Keypad overlay 2 2 2 eae oe wee Wee be Stee aimee DG ERU A EUER 5 7 Turning on the overlayS 0 00 ccc cect n 5 7 Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on 200000ee ee eee 5 8 Temporarily using overlay overlay off llli 5 8 Temporarily changing modes 000 e eee teens 5 8 Generating ASCII characters iles nnne 5 9 Chapter 6 Power and Po
86. c tray and make sure the CD DVD is properly seated It should lie flat with the label facing up 9 12 User s Manual Troubleshooting Some CD DVDs run correctly but others do not A foreign object in the disc tray could block laser light from reading the CD DVD Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the CD DVD is dirty If it is wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Refer to the Media care section in Chapter 4 for details on cleaning The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software s needs Check the CD DVD s documentation Check the type of CD DVD you are using The drive supports DVD ROM DVD ROM DVD Video CD ROM CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA Addressing Method 2 Check the region code on the DVD It must match that on the DVD Super Multi drive Region codes are listed in the Optical media drives section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour USB floppy disk drive For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Drive does not operate Some programs run correctly but others do not You cannot access the external 3 1 2 floppy disk drive Procedure There may be a faulty cable connection Check the connection to the computer and to the drive
87. cal digital devices Wi Please verify your disc after recording important data W DVD R R RW disc cannot be written in VR format W WinDVD Creator cannot export to DVD Audio VideoCD miniDVD format B WinDVD Creator can write DVD RAM RW in VR format but the disc may only play on your computer W When writing to DVD disc WinDVD Creator requires 2GB or more over disk space every one hour of video W When you make a fully recorded DVD the chapter sequence may not play correctly 3 About Disc Manager W WinDVD Creator can edit one play list on a disc W WinDVD Creator might show a different a thumbnail than you previously set in CE Consumer Electronics DVD RAM recorder W Using the Disc Manager you can edit DVD VR format on DVD RAM DVD VR format on DVD RW and DVD Video format on DVD RW 4 Aboutrecorded DVDs W Some DVD ROM drives for personal computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD R R RW RW RAM discs W When playing your recorded disc on your computer please use the WinDVD software application W f you use an over used rewritable disc the full formatting might be locked Please use a brand new disc User s Manual 4 21 Operating Basics Media care This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD DVDs and floppy disks Handle your media with care The following simple precautions will increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on them CD
88. can destroy the data on your floppy disks Keep your floppy disks away from speakers radios television sets and other sources of magnetic fields 4 22 User s Manual Operating Basics Sound System Using the microphone Your computer has a built in microphone that can be used to record monaural sounds into your applications It can also be used to issue voice commands to applications that support such functions Since your computer has a built in microphone and speaker howling may be heard under certain conditions Howling occurs when sound from the speaker is picked up in the microphone and amplified back to the speaker which amplifies it again to the microphone This howling occurs repeatedly and causes a very loud high pitched noise It is a common phenomenon that occurs in any sound system when the microphone input is output to the speaker throughput and the speaker volume is too loud or too close to the microphone You can control throughput by adjusting the volume of your speaker or through the Mute function To adjust the volume or activate Mute click start point to All Programs point to Accessories point to Entertainment and click Volume Control In the Volume Control panel you can use the slide bars to adjust the volume level or click Mute at the bottom of the panel SoundMAX control panel The SoundMAX control panel lets you control additional functions for the Microphone Enhancement and Audio Pow
89. ccessing a CD DVD an indicator on the drive glows For information on loading and unloading discs refer to the Using optical media drives section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Region codes for DVD drives and media DVD ROM DVD ROM amp CD R RW DVD Super Multi DVD R RW drives and media are manufactured according to the specifications of six marketing regions When you purchase DVD Video make sure it matches your drive otherwise it will not play properly Code 1 2 Writable discs Region Canada United States Japan Europe South Africa Middle East Southeast Asia East Asia Australia New Zealand Pacific Islands Central America South America Caribbean Russia Indian Subcontinent Africa North Korea Mongolia China This section describes the types of writable CD DVD discs Check the specifications for your drive to for the type of discs it can write Use RecordNow to write compact discs Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics 2 14 User s Manual The Grand Tour CDs Wi CD R discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed Bi CD RW discs can be recorded more than once Use either 1 2 or 4 multi speed CD RW discs or high speed 4 to 10 speed discs The write speed of the ultra speed CD RW discs is maximum 24 speed DVDs B DVD R and DVD R discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed E DVD RW DVD RW and DVD RAM discs can
90. click 3 Disconnect the cable from the computer then from the i LINK device 1 Refer also to the documentation that came with your i LINK device User s Manual 8 21 Optional Devices Advanced Port Replicator Ill In addition to the ports available on the computer the Advanced Port Replicator Ill provides serial port and separate ports for PS 2 mouse and PS 2 keyboard The Advanced Port Replicator connects directly to the docking interface on the underside of the computer The AC adaptor connects the Advanced Port Replicator to a power source 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 E You must connect the AC adaptor before you connect to an Advanced Port Replicator III W When an Advanced Port Replicator Ill is connected to the computer you can not use the following computer s ports Modem jack LAN jack DC IN 15V jack Parallel port External monitor port i LINK IEEE 1394 port Video out jack The following ports and accessories are available on the Advanced Port Replicator III B RJ45 LAN jack RJ11 Modem jack External monitor port Parallel port Serial port PS 2 mouse port PS 2 keyboard port DC IN 15V jack Security lock slot Audio line in line out jacks Universal Serial Bus 2 0 port four i LINK IEEE 1394 p
91. compatible there will be a long beep followed by two short beeps and after a pause 1 second a long beep followed by four short beeps In this case shut down the power and remove the incompatible module s Be sure to install memory module to slot A The computer does not boot when slot A is vacant Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten screws Use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads Installing memory module There are slots for two memory modules one over the other The procedures are the same for installing either module 1 Setthe computer to boot mode and turn the computer s power off Make sure the Power indicator is off Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 Getting Started 2 Remove AC adaptor and all cables connected to the computer 3 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack Refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for details 8 8 User s Manual Optional Devices 4 One screw in the position which removed the battery pack is removed Screw Removing one screw 5 Return to your computer to the upright position 6 Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to the right and open the LCD display panel 7 Slip your finger under a notch at the end of the keyboard brace and lift up to release latches and remove the keyboard brace Remove a keyboard brace after surel
92. ctronic accessories including the supplied power adapter the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 99 5 EEC in case of implemented telecommunication accessories and the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC for the supplied power adapter This product and the supplied accessories are designed to observe the related EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility and safety standards However TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if accessories or cables not manufactured distributed by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented To avoid EMC problems in general the following advice should be observed W Only CE marked accessories should be connected implemented W Only best shielded cables should be connected Modem warning notice Conformity Statement The equipment has been approved to Commission Decision CTR21 for pan European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries regions the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance User s Manual User s Manual Network Compatibility Statement This product is designed to work with and is compatible with the following networks It h
93. d by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements W Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode Data is stored in RAM so if the computer loses power it will be lost When the computer is powered off in Standby mode and the AC adaptor is not connected the main battery pack and optional 2nd battery pack supply power to maintain data and program in memory If the battery pack s is completely discharged Standby mode does not function and the computer loses all data in memory User s Manual 6 5 Power and Power Up Modes 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 through an AC adaptor for an extended period more than a month the battery may fail to retain a charge It may not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery and the Battery indicator may not indicate a low battery condition 2nd battery pack option An optional 2nd battery pack can be installed in the Slim Select Bay to increase your battery operating time Note the caution on Standby mode in the previous section Battery pack The 2nd battery pack is a lithium ion battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of D
94. dNow You cannot back up a CD ROM or CD R RW to DVD R RW or DVD R RW using the Exact Copy function of RecordNow You cannot back up DVD ROM DVD Video or DVD R RW or DVD R RW to CD R RW using the Exact Copy function of RecordNow RecordNow cannot record in packet format You might not be able to use the Exact Copy function of RecordNow to back up a DVD R RW or DVD R RW disc that was made with other software on a different DVD R RW or DVD R RW recorder If you add data to a DVD R and DVD R disc that you have already recorded to you might not be able to read the added data under some circumstances It cannot be read in 16 bit operating systems such as Windows 98SE and Windows Me In Windows NT4 you will need Service Pack 6 or later to read added data In Windows 2000 you will need Service Pack 2 or later to read it Some DVD ROM and DVD ROM amp CD R RW drives cannot read added data regardless of the operating system RecordNow does not support recording to DVD RAM discs To record to a DVD RAM use Explorer or other utility When you back up a DVD disc be sure the source drive supports recording to DVD R RW or DVD R RW discs If the source drive does not support recording to DVD R RW or DVD R RW discs it might not be backed up correctly When you back up a DVD R DVD RW DVD R or DVD RW be sure to use the same type of disc You cannot partially delete any data written to a CD RW DVD RW or DVD RW disc
95. disks It connects to a USB port Computers in this series are configured with an optical media drive installed in the Slim Select Bay The available optical media drives are described below DVD ROM drive Some models are equipped with a full size DVD ROM drive module that lets you run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CDs or 12cm 4 72 DVDs without using an adaptor It runs DVD ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD ROMs at maximum 24 speed The drive supports the following formats m DVD ROM BW DVD Video E CD DA W CD Text W Photo CD single multi session B CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 mM CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 W Enhanced CD CD EXTRA B Addressing Method 2 User s Manual Introduction DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive DVD Super Multi drive DVD R RW drive DVD Dual drive Some models are equipped with a full size DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive module that lets you run CD DVDs without using an adaptor It reads DVD ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD ROMs at maximum 24 speed It writes CD R at maximum 24 speed and CD RW at maximum 24 speed For reading this drive supports the same formats as the DVD ROM drive B CD R B CD RW Some models are equipped with a full size DVD Super Multi drive module that lets you record data to rewritable CD DVDs as well as run either 12cm 4 72 or 8cm 3 15 CD DVDs without using an adaptor It reads DVD ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD ROMs at maximum 24 speed It writes CD
96. duced in computer text vary in width Spaces which are created by a space character may also vary depending on line justification and other factors E The lowercase el and the number 1 one are not interchangeable on computers as they are on a typewriter Wi The uppercase O oh and the 0 zero are not interchangeable B The Caps Lock function key locks only the alphabetic characters in uppercase while the shift lock on a typewriter places all keys in the shifted position W The Shift keys the Tab key and the BkSp backspace key perform the same function as their typewriter counterparts but also have special computer functions User s Manual The Keyboard Function keys F1 F12 The function keys not to be confused with Fn are the 12 keys at the top of your keyboard These keys function differently from other keys FA e E ut E 5 Y JE e Jr E e a e om 3 B O vo ad Mi 2 2 EJ 8 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 Refer to 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 combination
97. e Advanced Port Replicator IIl provides the ports available on the computer in addition to separate PS 2 mouse and PS 2 keyboard ports a digital visual interface DVI port i LINK IEEE 1394 port line in jack and line out jack External monitor port Universal Serial Bus port USB2 0 x 4 LAN jack Modem jack Serial port Parallel port You can increase your computer s data storage capacity with additional hard disk drives They are available in the following sizes Wi 40 billion bytes 37 26 GB Mi 60 billion bytes 55 89 GB Mi 80 billion bytes 74 53 GB Wi 100 billion bytes 93 16 GB User s Manual Introduction Wireless LAN Kit Bluetooth Kit This option enables wireless LAN functions in computers that do not have wireless preinstalled It is installed by dealers only This option enables Bluetooth wireless communications in computers that do not have Bluetooth preinstalled It is installed by dealers only Slim Select Bay options The following modules can be installed in the Slim Select Bay All other modules are options CD ROM DVD ROM DVD ROM amp CD R RW DVD Super Multi DVD R tRW DVD Dual drive Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor Black Hard disk drive Slim Select Bay 2nd battery pack Refer to the Features section for details Refer to the Features section for details Refer to the Features section for details Refer to the Features section for details Refer to the Features sectio
98. e Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard USB floppy disk drive optional The optional USB floppy disk drive accommodates 1 44 megabyte or 720 kilobyte floppy disks It connects to the USB port USB connector Disk In Use Indicator Floppy disk slot Eject button USB floppy disk drive USB connector Insert this connector to the USB port of your computer Disk In Use Indicator This indicator lights when the floppy disk is being accessed Floppy disk slot Insert a floppy disk in this slot Eject button When a floppy disk is fully seated in the drive the eject button pops out To remove a floppy disk push in the eject button and the floppy disk pops out partially for removal JN Check the Disk In Use indicator when you use the USB floppy disk drive Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the light is glowing Doing so could destroy data and damage the floppy disk or the drive User s Manual 2 13 The Grand Tour 1 W The USB floppy disk 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 Wi Do not set anything on top of the floppy disk drive Optical media drives One of the following optical media drives is installed in the computer DVD ROM DVD ROM amp CD R RW DVD Super Multi and DVD R RW drives An ATAPI interface controller is used for CD DVD ROM operation When the computer is a
99. e LCD panel in its closed position Slide the latch to open the display Volume control Use this dial to adjust the volume of the stereo e speakers and the stereo headphones User s Manual The Grand Tour e Infrared port This infrared port is compatible with Infrared Data p Association IrDA 1 1 standards It enables cableless 4 Mbps 1 15 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 Wireless Slide this switch to the left to turn off Wireless ij communication LAN and Bluetooth functions Slide it to the right off On to turn on the functions switch F Some models are equipped with a Wireless communication N Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals Check the wireless communication indicator It will stop glowing when the wireless communication function is off Left side The following figure shows the computer s left side Cooling vents Security lock slot ExpressCard slot Parallel port ExpressCard PC card slot eject button NUI m INN T QD qm qm qm PC card eject i LINK IEEE1394 port SD card slot button The left side of the computer is used to connect a parallel printer or other parallel device This port supports Extended Capabilities Port ECP standard Parallel port This Centronics compatible 25 pin parallel port Cooling vents Cooling vents help CPU keep from overheati
100. e United States for more information D 2 User s Manual Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health The products with Bluetooth wireless technology like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Bluetooth wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include B Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board of airplanes or B In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization o
101. e battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode Data is stored in RAM so if the computer loses power it will be lost In Hibernation mode data will be lost if you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the HDD indicator to go out Do not touch the battery release latch while holding the computer Or you may get injured by the dropped battery pack by unintentional release of the battery release latch Save your work Turn the computer s power off Make sure the Power indicator is off Remove all cables connected to the computer Close the LCD display panel and turn the computer upside down Slide the battery lock to unlock position qw Move it completely to the left User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes 6 Slide and hold the battery release latch 2 to disengage the battery pack then remove the battery pack Battery release latch Battery pack Battery lock pla Releasing the battery pack 7 Return your computer to the upright position For environmental reasons do not throw away a spent battery pack Please return spent battery packs to your TOSHIBA dealer Installing the battery pack To install a battery pack follow the steps below JN W The battery pack is a lithium ion battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use onl
102. e 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 slightly higher than your hips If necessary use a foot rest to raise the level of your knees to ease pressure on the back of your thighs Adjust the back of your chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine Sit straight so that your knees hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you work Do not slump forward or lean back too far Lighting Proper lighting can improve legibility of the LCD screen and reduce eyestrain Position the computer so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the LCD 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 If possible use soft indirect lighting in your computer work area Use a lamp to illuminate your documents or desk but be sure to position the lamp so that it does not reflect off the LCD screen or shine in your eyes User s Manual 3 3 Getting Started Work habits A key to avoiding discomfort or injury from repetitive strain is to vary your activities If possible schedule a variety of tasks into your workday If you must spend long periods at the computer finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency E Sit in a relaxed posture G
103. e the Cut amp Paste function for files and folders A file or folder that has been cut may be lost if writing fails due to an error on the disc When writing the Setup files for the program to a disc formatted by DLA and starting Setup from this disc an error may occur In this case please copy them to your hard disk and then run Setup As for InterVideo WinDVD Creator Platinum Only the model that can be written in to DVD is attached 4 18 User s Manual Operating Basics When using WinDVD Creator Platinum You can record video back to your digital camcorder via i LINK IEEE1394 using WinDVD Creator Platinum However there is a case where its playback sound is choppy 1 ONOaAk WN 9 Click start and select the Control Panel Click the Performance and Maintenance icon in the Control Panel Click the System icon in the Performance and Maintenance window Click the Advanced tab in the System Properties window Click the Settings icon in the Performance section Click the Advanced tab in the Performance Options window Click the Change icon in the virtual memory section Select the Custom size button in the Virtual Memory window Specify much higher values for Initial size and Maximum size 10 Click the Set button in the Virtual Memory window 11 Click the OK button in the Virtual Memory window How to make a DVD Video Simplified steps for making a DVD Video from video data captured from a DV Camcord
104. e using this feature LAN cable types The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN Logging onto a LAN using the computer s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation Check with your LAN administrator regarding set up procedures If you are using Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 megabits per second 1000BASE T be sure to connect with a CAT5E cable or higher You cannot use a CAT3 or CAT5 cable If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher You cannot use a CAT3 cable If you are using Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T you can connect with a CAT3 or higher 4 30 User s Manual Operating Basics Connecting LAN cable To connect the LAN cable follow the steps below W Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable The AC adaptor must remain connected during LAN use If you disconnect the AC Adaptor while the computer is accessing a LAN the system may hang up E Do not connect any other cable to the LAN jack except the LAN cable Otherwise malfunctions or damage may occur Wi Do not connect any power supplying device to the LAN cable that is connected to the LAN jack Otherwise malfunctions or damage may occur 1 Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer 2 Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack Press gently until you hear the latc
105. ectly or indirectly from errors omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual Graphics processor performance may vary considerably from specifications due to design configuration Trademarks IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation Intel Intel SpeedStep Pentium and Centrino are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Sonic RecordNow is registered trademarks of Sonic Solutions Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license i LINK is trademark and registered trademark of Sony Corporation InterVideo and WinDVD are registered trademarks of the InterVideo Inc WinDVD Creator is trademark of the InterVideo Inc Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual User s Manual User s Manual EU Declaration of Conformity This product is carrying the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives Responsible for CE Marking is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 41460 Neuss Germany The complete and official EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on TOSHIBAS s web site http epps toshiba teg com on the Internet Working environment This product was designed to fulfill the EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility requi
106. ectrolyte fluid should contact your skin immediately wash it under running water to prevent rash If it contacts your clothes promptly remove them to prevent the fluid from contacting your skin or eyes Immediately turn off the power disconnect the AC adaptor and remove the battery if any of the following events are observed in the battery pack offensive or unusual odor excessive heat discoloration or deformation Never use the computer again until it has been checked by a TOSHIBA service provider It might generate smoke or fire or the battery pack might rupture Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack Improper installation could generate smoke or fire or cause the battery pack to rupture Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children It can cause injury Caution 1 Never continue to use a battery pack after its recharging capacity has become impaired or after the display of a warning message indicating that the battery pack s power is exhausted Continued use of an exhausted or impaired battery pack could cause the loss of data Never dispose of battery packs with normal trash Bring them to your TOSHIBA dealer or to another recycling center to save resources and prevent environmental damage Cover the terminals with electrical tape to prevent short circuits which could cause the battery pack to ignite or rupture Use only battery packs recomme
107. ed Ree e Es 2 16 DVD R RW drive DVD Dual drive 0 0 BA 2 16 AC adaptor zs e PE rer HP eden a sole eee a du 2 17 Chapter 3 Getting Started Setting up your workspace sseeeeeee n n nnn 3 1 General conditions leeieeleee n 3 2 Placement of the computer 2 00 00 c cee eee eee 3 2 Seating and posture lilliieeeee ae 3 3 Lighting eere ee a ee E ERN ORE Ae Sale PE E Peu eg ah d d us 3 3 Work Habits s pr RUE degebat ee rr E EFE Bw 3 4 Connecting the AC adaptor 0 000 eee 3 4 Opening the display 200 cece eee 3 6 Turning on the DOWer iuslssu rer lex RI Rr me ee eee RUE eee RAE RU 3 7 Starting up for the firsttime llllleeeeee I 3 7 Turning off the pOWGF i cc ice ses rr ahh n Rx nb ERR RR ERR 3 8 Shut Down mode Boot mode 0 cece e 3 8 Hibernation mode ssiscle lee desde RR E 3E RR eb REG Re 3 8 Standby MOd rssi pneri nant padan napi A e EDES EEEE Da 3 10 Restarting the computer 2 000 3 11 Restoring the preinstalled software 00 00 cece eee eee eee 3 12 Restoring the complete system 0 0 0 eee 3 12 Restoring TOSHIBA utilities and drivers eee 3 12 Chapter 4 Operating Basics TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device 0 cece 4 1 Using the TouchPad css meee DER RE sy Bere 1e go dd ERR ee sd 4 1 Using he AccuPolnt 3222 22 bee Rl eee QD eee E Edo dt ode d 4 2 AccuPoint precautions s re esiin
108. ed a 6 18 Windows utilities sc sinere t Rm RE a ewe Pare ee ee beets 6 18 glo e I CR 6 18 Panel power on off oie lucri or Rr rr Er a o a a A a 6 18 System Auto Off 1 coved eee el Rh eae eR ere ghe a i S i on 6 18 Chapter 7 HW Setup Accessing HW Setup 00 eee eee eee eee eee n n nnn 7 1 HW Setup windOW u che I I aa ee tenes vee RUE eee ee dee wee a 7 1 Chapter 8 Optional Devices PC card decos araea te eee ee eee eee 8 2 Inserting a PC card esegue RE eee a a eer a d e ER i RR 8 2 Removing a PC Cafar sss or Rose 9 e pk eu Re idad ru b Peels 8 3 ExpressCard oii edie ee ead eee Bae eae eae 8 3 Inserting an ExpressCard 5 0 60 cece eee eee 8 3 Removing an ExpressCard 0 0 ccc cette 8 4 SD Card us aha aay aia a oce doe ao re nu tna iiu do opa RA CR de UR aba lam QR 06 Ax E ea ana 8 5 Formatting an SD memory card 0 0 cee ete 8 5 lnserting an SD Card x i iussa eR kn neds ee Rae nage Dee Sob date en Les ROS XR 8 5 Removing an SD G rd isce ioca ee sie e re Rh ee 8 6 SDcard Gare 2a i xke seq quede ER POR E Ee qIEEE wae ee EE 8 7 Creation ofa DOOUdISkKe i 2 25234 29 RISE erre uu PRESE ERE RES 8 7 Memory expansion sesseeee e Rh nh 8 7 Installing memory module ssslseee IIIA 8 8 Removing memory module 0 0 cece eh 8 11 Battery pack seeeeeeeeeeeeee e nh hm hh 8 12 Slim Select Bay 2nd battery pack 0 cece eee 8 12 Insertlng iesu ieee reek duce EE eR RUE
109. ed to make sure the internal modem s settings are correct for the region in which it will be used 4 24 User s Manual Operating Basics T To select a region follow the steps below 1 Click start point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Networking and click Modem Region Select 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 2 The Region Selection icon will appear in the Windows Task Bar 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 W When you click a region it becomes the modem s region selection and the New Location for telephony will be set automatically W When you select a telephony location the corresponding region is automatically selected and it becomes the modem s current region setting Properties menu Click the icon with the secondary mouse button to display properties menu on the screen Setting You can enable or disable the following settings AutoRun Mode The Region Select utility starts automatically when you start up the operating sy
110. efer also to documentation for your audio devices Problem No sound is heard Annoying sound is heard External monitor Procedure Adjust the volume control dial Check the software volume settings Make sure the headphone connection is secure If problems persist contact your dealer Check Windows Device Manager Make sure the sound function is enabled and that settings for I O address Interrupt level and DMA are correct for your software and do not conflict with other hardware devices that you may have connected to the computer You may be experiencing feedback Refer to Using the microphone in Chapter 4 Operating Basics If problems persist contact your dealer Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices and to your monitor s documentation Problem Monitor does not turn on No display Display error occurs 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 hot keys Fn F5 to change the display priority and make sure it is not set for the internal LCD Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is attached firmly If problems persist contact your dealer 9 18 User s Manual Troubleshooting i LINK IEEE1394 Problem i LINK device does not function Modem Prob
111. efore removing or inserting a second battery pack turn off the computer s power The TOSHIBA Mobile Extension is preinstalled to support hot swapping under Windows Refer to Chapter 1 Introduction for information on using this utility to change modules while the computer s power is on Removing a module AN Remove the optical media drive as described below 1 You can confirm that the disks are not operating with indicators If all indicators are off it means that no disks are operating currently 2 Turn the computer upside down Wait for all disk indicators to go out before you turn over the computer and do not lay the computer down gently Shock can damage the HDD or other components 3 Remove the lock screw near the icon securing the Slim Select Bay 4 Make sure the screw in the Slim Select Bay lock is set in the hole for the unlock position 5 Slide the Slim Select Bay latch to the unlock position User s Manual 4 5 Operating Basics 6 Grasp the optical media drive and slide it out The optical media drive and other Slim Select Bay modules can become hot with use Be careful when removing the module Lock screw Slim Select Bay latch Optical media drive O 4 Removing the optical media drive Inserting a module Insert the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor as described below 1 Insert the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor in the computer as shown below and press until the ejector clicks 2
112. el contrary to AccuPoint operation or an error message may appear if Wi You touch the AccuPoint during power up Wi You apply constant soft pressure during power up E There is a sudden temperature change E Strong stress is applied to the AccuPoint If an error message appears reboot the computer If an error message does not appear wait a moment for the pointer to stop then continue operation 4 2 User s Manual Operating Basics Replacing the cap The AccuPoint cap is an expendable item that should be replaced after prolonged use One spare AccuPoint cap is supplied with the computer 1 To remove the AccuPoint cap firmly pinch the cap and pull it straight up Removing the AccuPoint cap 2 Position a new cap on the peg and press it into place Y The peg is square so be careful to align the cap s square hole with the peg User s Manual 4 3 Operating Basics Using the USB floppy disk drive optional An optional USB floppy disk drive connects to any of the computer s USB ports It accommodates 1 44 megabyte or 720 kilobyte floppy disks Refer to Chapter 2 The Grand Tour for more information Connecting USB floppy disk drive To connect the drive plug the floppy disk drive s USB connector into a computer s USB port 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 USB port
113. enter of the disc tray to close it Press gently until it locks into place JN If the CD DVD is not seated properly when the disc tray is closed the CD DVD might be damaged Also the disc tray might not open fully when you press the eject button Closing the DVD ROM disc tray Removing discs To remove the CD DVD follow the steps below Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the media drive Wait for the Slim Select Bay indicator to go out before you open the disc tray Also if the CD DVD is spinning when you open the disc tray wait for it to stop before you remove it 1 To pop the disc tray partially open press the eject button Gently pull the disc tray out until it is fully opened When the disc tray pops open slightly wait a moment to make sure the CD DVD has stopped spinning before pulling the disc tray fully open 2 The CD DVD extends slightly over the sides of the disc tray so you can hold it Hold the CD DVD gently and lift it out Removing a CD DVD 3 Push the center of the disc tray to close it Press gently until it locks into place User s Manual 4 9 Operating Basics How to remove CD DVD when the disk tray will not open Pressing the eject button will not open the disc tray when the computer power is off If the power is off you can open the disc tray by inserting a slender object about 15 mm such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole just to the right of
114. er 1 2 7 8 Click start All Programs InterVideo WinDVD Creator2 InterVideo WinDVD Creator to launch WinDVD Creator Click Capture button then capture the video data from the DV Camcorder via IEEE1394 Click Edit button then drag the video clips from Video Library tab to the edit track Click Make Movie button in the top bar Double Click the Right arrow button icon in the center of right side Put a blank DVD R R disc or an erased DVD RW RW disc in the drive Click start to record to the disc When recording is finished the tray opens How to learn more about InterVideo WinDVD Creator Please refer to the on line Help for additional InterVideo WinDVD Creator information User s Manual 4 19 Operating Basics Important information for use Note the following limitations when you write video DVD 1 Editing digital video Log in with Administrator rights to use WinDVD Creator Make sure that your computer is running on AC power when using WinDVD Creator Operate the computer at Full Power Do not use power saving features While you are editing DVD you can display previews However if another application is running the preview might not display properly WinDVD Creator cannot show video on the external monitor when in simultaneous mode WinDVD Creator cannot edit or play copy protected content Do not change display settings while using WinDVD Creator Do not ente
115. er 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor and all external cables connected to the computer 3 Remove the main battery and optional secondary battery when it is used 4 Turn the computer upside down and remove one screw securing the HDD cover 5 A small row of ridges mark latches securing the cover Press on these ridges until you hear a click 6 Press on the arrows and lift the cover up and out to remove it ws Screw Figure 8 15 Removing the HDD pack cover 7 Raise the HDD s plastic tab pinch it and slide the HDD pack to disconnect from the connector Be sure to slide the HDD pack first and confirm that the HDD pack has disconnected 8 14 User s Manual Optional Devices 8 Lift the HDD pack and remove it Plastic tab Removing the HDD pack Installing the HDD pack To install the HDD pack follow the steps below 1 Place the HDD into the space for HDD Slide the HDD to connect to the connector 2 Fold over the plastic tab so that it goes into the HDD space Press the HDD to ensure a firm connection Installing the HDD pack 3 Seat the cover and press down until the latches click into place 4 Secure the cover with a screw 5 Return your computer to the upright position User s Manual 8 15 Optional Devices Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor Black You can increase your computer s data storage capacity by installing an additional 40 0 billion bytes 37 26 GB 60 0 billio
116. er Video out jack Plug an S Video cable into this jack for video out S gt The S Video cable carries video signal connect the modem directly to a telephone line E n case of a lightning storm unplug the modular cable from the telephone jack W Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line A digital line will damage the modem Modem jack The modem jack lets you use a modular cable to LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN The adaptor T has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX and Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 megabits per second 1000BASE T The LAN has two indicators Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics for details WN E Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN jack It could cause damage or malfunction E Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply It could cause damage or malfunction Link indicator This indicator glows green when the computer is green connected to a LAN and the LAN is functioning properly User s Manual 2 5 The Grand Tour LAN active indicator This indicator glows orange when data is being orange exchanged between the computer and the LAN oco DCIN 15V jack The AC adaptor connects to this jack Use only cago the model of AC adaptor that comes with the computer Using the wrong adaptor can damage your computer Underside The following figure shows the
117. er Management To launch the SoundMAX Control Panel follow the steps below 1 Click start and click Control Panel 2 If you are viewing the Control Panel in Category View click on Switch to Classic View 3 Double click the SoundMAX icon The Microphone Setup allows you to optimize the microphone input settings for your particular configuration Choose Standard Microphone if you have an ordinary desktop microphone Choose Headset if you have a wearable microphone that is positioned directly in front of your mouth You can launch the Setup Wizard from the Control Panel to help you to automatically set proper microphone input volumes and ensure that your voice input s are working correctly As you speak into the microphone the Sound Meter indicates the audio signal that your PC is receiving The Noise Reduction enhancement helps to eliminate ambient noise from the voice input signal to provide a clean and clear signal to applications This feature can be used with any microphone The audio controller can be powered down when the audio function is idle To enable the Audio Power Management follow the steps below 1 Click the Power Management tab 2 Select the Normal Power Savings in the Power Mode pull down list User s Manual 4 23 Operating Basics i i If the No Power Savings is selected the audio controller always runs If you want to a more effect for the power management you can select another mode the H
118. erating system however reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB 1024 x 1024 x 1024 1 073 741 824 bytes and therefore may show less storage capacity Available storage capacity will also be less if the product includes one or more pre installed operating systems such as Microsoft Operating System and or pre installed software applications or media content Actual formatted capacity may vary Non applicable Icons Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product series Your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis unless you have selected all those features User s Manual xxi General Precautions xxii User s Manual TECRA M3 Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checklist and it identifies the computer s features options and accessories N 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 Hardware Check to make sure you have all the following items B TECRA M3 Portable Personal Computer Wi AC adaptor and power cord 2 pin plug or 3 pin plug B Spare AccuPoint pointing device cap B Modular cable for m
119. erties Follow the steps below a Click start and click Control Panel b Double click the Display icon to open the Display Properties window c Click the Settings tab and click the Advanced button d Click the GeForce Go 6600 TE 64M 6200 TE 128M tab click Device Settings and click Select TV format e Select Advanced and select TV Settings in the TV Settings window f Selectthe Signal format box and select the format that your TV supports Changing the resolution If you want to change the resolution follow the steps below 1 Open Display properties and select the Settings tab 2 Select Advanced 3 Select the Adapter tab then select List all modes 4 Select a resolution from the menu Displaying movies on a TV or CRT This section describes how to set up your system to display movies simultaneously on your computer s internal LCD and on an external TV or CRT monitor Follow the steps below 1 Open the Control Panel and click Appearance and Themes 2 Click Display 3 Select the Settings tab and click Advanced button 4 Select the GeForce Go 6600 TE 64M 6200 TE 128M tab a Click the GeForce Go 6600 TE 64M 6200 TE 128M button b Click Full Screen Video in the small menu c From the Full screen device drop down menu select Primary display or Secondary display to enable movie display on an external TV or CRT monitor Primary Device Movies will be displayed full screen on the computer s internal LCD a
120. es J J Time The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a discharged battery Charging time hours Battery type Power on Power off High capacity battery pack 8800mAh about 9 to 21 5 about 4 5 Battery pack 4700mAh about 5 5 to 13 0 about 3 0 2nd battery pack 3600mAh about 4 0 to 9 5 about 3 0 RTC battery 8 0 Doesn t charge The charging time when the computer is on is affected by ambient temperature the temperature of the computer and how you use the computer If you make heavy use of external devices for example the battery might scarcely charge at all during operation Refer also to the section Maximizing battery operating time Battery charging notice The battery may not charge right away under the following conditions Wi The battery is extremely hot or cold If the battery is extremely hot it might not charge at all To ensure the battery charges to its full capacity charge the battery at room temperature of 10 to 30 C 50 to 88 F Wi The battery is nearly completely discharged Leave the AC adaptor connected for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging The Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease in battery operating time when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions Wi The battery has not been used for a long time Wi The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time W A cool battery is installed i
121. ess Fn Enter to simulate Enter on the enhanced keyboard s numeric keypad Press Fn Ctrl to simulate the enhanced keyboard s right Ctrl key Hot keys Hot keys Fn a function or Esc key let you enable or disable certain features of the computers H S Sound mute Pressing Fn Esc in a Windows environment turns sound on or off When you press these hot keys the current setting will change and be displayed as an icon User s Manual 5 3 The Keyboard ea Instant security Press Fn F1 to blank the screen to prevent others from accessing your data To restore the screen and original settings press any key or press the Dual Pointing Device If a screensaver password is registered a dialog box will appear Enter the screensaver password and click OK If no password is set the screen will be restored when you press any key or press the Dual Pointing Device on Power save mode Pressing Fn F2 changes the power save mode If you press Fn F2 in a Windows environment the settings dialog box for the Power Save Mode similar to the one below is displayed Continue holding down Fn and release and press F2 again to toggle between the settings Release both Fn and F2 to put the new setting into effect You can also change this setting through the Profile options in TOSHIBA Power Saver Standby When you press Fn F3 the computer enters the Standby mode Before entering Standby a dialog box appears a
122. ets Turbo Mode Frequency Range Channel ID 6 Wireless Channels Sets Turbo Mode Frequency Range Channel ID 42 50 58 152 160 2400 2483 5 MHz 2437 5150 5850 MHz 5210 5250 5290 5760 5800 5580 5600 5620 5640 5660 5680 5700 5745 5765 5785 5805 5825 Note US only 3 Note US only 3 US only 3 US only 3 US only 3 US only 3 3 These channels are available to Atheros A B G combo type only Available Areas US USA CANADA only C 4 User s Manual TECRA M3 Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum FHSS radio technology and is compliant to m Bluetooth Specification Ver 1 2 as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group B Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by The Bluetooth Special interest Group User s Manual Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability m Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology and TOSHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth products with all computers and or equipment using Bluetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA portable computers Always use Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more up to a total of seven TOSHIB
123. eypad overlay and hot keys Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes gives details on the computer s power resources and battery save modes and how to set a password Chapter 7 HW Setup explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program Chapter 8 Optional Devices describes the optional hardware available Chapter 9 Troubleshooting provides helpful information on how to perform some diagnostic tests and suggests courses of action if the computer doesn t seem to be working properly The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of acronyms used in the text The ndex quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe identify and highlight terms and operating procedures Abbreviations On first appearance and whenever necessary for clarity abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition For example Read Only Memory ROM Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary Icons Icons identify ports dials and other parts of your computer The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard For example Enter iden
124. f Code of Federal Regulations by the United States of America Department of Health amp Human Services Food and Drug Administration In other countries the drive is certified to comply with the requirement pursuant to IEC 825 and EN60825 on class 1 laser product This computer is equipped with the optical drive in the following list according to the model Manufacturer Type TEAC CD 224EC HITACHI LG GDR 8082N TSST SD C2612 MATSUSHITA UJDA760 TEAC DW 224EB Pioneer DVR K14 MATSUSHITA UJ 820 MATSUSHITA UJ 830 vi User s Manual TECRA M3 Table of Contents Preface Manual contents hus Ghee Gis a aS a ee ee Genel Beal Se teed xv Conventions deci eue uu REX xQ ag DES ed eme ER E M hU S Cela Gn xvi Abbreviations i one erred i a aaa ar d mera aep ae Bleachers umi darin e Es xvi ICONS PP xvi CYPRI C CPC M xvi Key operation lt oc ceres aicra orris pet odid eE 4d RR yX esPLa red exei xvii Displays aiee a E a a r a a a a a a a xvii Messages egere REE ede EE eee EEEE E Duet E dine E eE xvii General Precautions Stress INUN esnin scum deed Re RICE e aa ERI ROUES Se E Pa E Parr eh eda eke xix uice c TT xix Pressure or impact damage llli ses XX PC card overheating 0 0000 ccc tees XX Mobile phones s 5 05 2 Scand t tigeri eiiD ieee E E eke qae FU Rs E Xx Becr EMIT XX Chapter 1 Introduction Equipment checklist oben LE E eR Rees den Ok ie ac 1 1 Hardware sesso ee ba eae eek
125. for information about the radio regulations that apply in the countries regions Wireless IEEE 802 11 Channels Sets Revision B and G Frequency Range Channel ID 1 2412 2 2417 3 2422 4 2427 5 2432 6 2437 7 2442 8 2447 9 2452 2400 2483 5 MHz C 2 User s Manual Wireless LAN 10 11 12 13 2457 1 2462 2467 2472 1 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 Wireless 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 that operating in a peer to peer mode the card will use the default channel 10 In a Wireless LAN Access Point the Wireless LAN card will use the factory set default channel printed in bold unless the LAN Administrator selected a different channel when configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point device Wireless IEEE 802 11 Channels Sets Revision A Frequency Range 5150 5850 MHz Channel ID 36 5180 40 5200 44 5220 48 5240 52 5260 56 5280 60 5300 64 5320 100 5500 104 5520 108 5540 112 5560 User s Manual C 3 Wireless LAN 116 120 124 128 132 136 140 149 153 157 161 165 Wireless Channels S
126. g 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 Dual Pointing Device Pointing device consisting of AccuPoint and Touch Pad Both of these device can function together or separately See AccuPoint and Touch Pad DVD R R R A Digital Versatile Disc Recordable disk can be written once and read many times The DVD R drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD RAM A Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory is a high capacity high performance disc that lets you store large volumes of data The DVD ROM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD ROM A Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacity high performance disc suitable for play back of video and other high density files The DVD ROM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD RW RW RW A Digital Versatile Disc ReWritable disc can be rewritten many times 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 erase See delete Glossary 6 User s Manual Glossary escape 1 A code ASCII code 27 signaling the com
127. ghtness level is always set at the maximum value for about 18 seconds when the internal LCD screen turns on After 18 seconds the brightness level will appear at the Power Save Mode setting or you can change it manually W LCD screen clarity increases with the brightness level As Wireless setting If your computer has both Bluetooth and wireless LAN functions you can press Fn F8 to select which type of wireless communication you want to use When you press these hot keys a dialog box will appear Continue holding down Fn and press F8 to change the setting If wireless communication is turned off Disabled Wireless Communication Switch will be displayed If no wireless communication device is installed no dialog box will appear User s Manual 5 5 The Keyboard t e Dual Pointing Device Pressing Fn F9 in a windows environment enables or disables the Dual Pointing Device function When you press these hot keys the current setting will change and be displayed as an icon Space Fn LCD screen resolution selection Press Fn Space keys to change the display resolution Each time when you press these hot keys the LCD screen resolution changes as follows The available resolution depends on the model With XGA you can change the resolution between 800 x 600 and 1024 x 768 pixels With SXGA between 800 x 600 and 1400 x 1050 pixels Bie Optical media drive power icon Press the Fn Tab keys to turn the
128. h click into place LAN connector LAN jack Connecting the LAN cable 3 Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub When the computer is exchanging data with the LAN the LAN Active I indicator glows orange When the computer is connected to a LAN hub but is not exchanging data the Link indicator glows green Disconnecting LAN cable To disconnect the LAN cable follow the steps below Make sure the LAN Active indicator orange LED is out before you disconnect the computer from the LAN 1 Pinch the lever on the connector in the computer s LAN jack and pull out the connector 2 Disconnect the cable from the LAN hub in the same manner Check with your LAN administrator before disconnecting from the hub User s Manual 4 31 Operating Basics Cleaning the computer To help ensure long trouble free operation keep the computer free of dust and use care with liquids around the computer Be careful not to spill liquids into the computer If the computer does get wet turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry completely before you turn it on again Clean the computer using a slightly damp with water cloth You can use glass cleaner on the LCD display screen Spray a small amount of cleaner on a soft clean cloth and wipe the screen gently with the cloth Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid r
129. he 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 Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge User s Manual 3 9 Getting Started Standby mode 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 pauio When the AC adaptor is connected the computer will go into Standby mode according to the settings in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility To restore operation from Standby mode press the power button or press any key The latter action works only if Wake up on Keyboard is enabled in HW Setup If the computer automatically enters Standby mode while a network application is active the application might not be restored when the computer wakes up from Standby To prevent the computer from automatically entering Standby mode disable Standby in TOSHIBA Power Saver That action however will nullify the computer s Energy Star compliance Before entering Standby mode be sure to save your data Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in standby mode The computer or the module could be damaged Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in standby mode
130. he computer s right side Headphone jack Microphone jack Slim Select Bay OS E USB ports External monitor port The right side of the computer Headphone jack A 3 5 mm mini headphone jack enables connection of stereo headphones Microphone jack A 3 5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a three conductor mini jack for monaural microphone input Universal Serial Bus Two Universal Serial Bus ports are on the right USB 2 0 ports side The ports comply with the USB 2 0 standard which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1 1 standard The ports also support USB 1 1 2 N Keep foreign objects out of the USB connectors A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry Operation of all functions of all USB devices has not been confirmed Some functions might not execute properly pmi o Slim Select Bay A DVD ROM drive DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive DVD R RW drive DVD Super Multi drive Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor or Slim Select Bay 2nd battery pack can be installed in the Slim Select Bay External monitor This external monitor port lets you connect an C port external video display 2 4 User s Manual The Grand Tour Back side The following figure shows the computer s back side Video out jack Modem jack LAN active indicator orange DC IN 15V jack LAN jack Link indicator green The back side of the comput
131. he customer to enable the WEP function B TOSHIBA is not liable for the eavesdropping of data due to the use of Wireless LAN and the damage thereof Bluetooth wireless technology Bluetooth wireless technology eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as desktop computers printers and mobile phones You cannot use the built in Bluetooth functions and an optional Bluetooth SD card 2 simultaneously Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features Worldwide operation The Bluetooth radio transmitter and receiver operate in the 2 4 GHz band which is license free and compatible with radio systems in most countries in the world Radio links You can easily establish links between two or more devices The link is maintained even if the devices are not within line of sight Security Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security E Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible to falsify the origin of a message E Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy 4 28 User s Manual Operating Basics Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA i Please note that this software is specifically designed for the following operating systems E Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional B Microsoft Windows XP Detailed information regarding the use with these operating systems is listed below Please refer also to the electronic
132. ications A communications technique that uses as few as two interconnecting wires to send bits one after another serial interface Refers to a type of information exchange that transmits information sequentially one bit at a time Contrast Parallel interface SIO Serial Input Output The electronic methodology used in serial data transmission 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 independently 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 Glossary 12 User s Manual Glossary
133. ield enclosing the printed circuit boards of the printer or computer to prevent radio and TV interference All computer equipment generates radio frequency signals The FCC regulates the amount of signals a computing device can allow past its shielding A Class A device is sufficient for office use Class B provides a more stringent classification for home equipment use TOSHIBA portable computers comply with Class B computing device regulations Random Access Memory RAM High speed memory within the computer circuitry that can be read or written to User s Manual Glossary 11 Glossary restart Resetting a computer without turning it off also called warm boot or soft reset See also boot RGB Red green and blue A device that uses three input signals each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color red green and blue or port for using such a device See also CRT RJ11 A modular telephone jack RJ45 A modular LAN jack ROM Read Only Memory A nonvolatile memory chip manufactured to contain information that controls the computer s basic operation You cannot access or change information stored in ROM S SCSI Small Computer System Interface is an industry standard interface for connection of a variety of peripheral devices SD card Secure Digital cards are flash memory widely used in a variety of digital devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants serial commun
134. igh Power Savings which can save the power than the Normal Power Savings To select it follow the steps below 1 Click the Power Management tab 2 Select the High Power Savings in the Power Mode pull down list 3 Input a time in Power Save Delay Seconds If the High Power Saving is selected you need to play an audio file once before you use a microphone or play an audio CD by the analog CD audio Mic Effect Modem m ZX TOSHIBA Mic Effect provides you with a hands free environment for holding mutual communication via the Internet Protocol or Local Area Network If you wish to communicate with someone on your computer you can use a messenger application However with such an application you would hear your own voice returning to you as echo during the communication if you did not use a headset system or headphone TOSHIBA Mic Effect will reduce these echoes generated on your computer Form more information on using the TOSHIBA Mic Effect refer to its help This section describes how to connect and disconnect the internal modem to and from a telephone jack The internal modem does not support voice functions All data and fax functions are supported E ncase of a lightning storm unplug the modular cable from the telephone jack W 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 ne
135. ile the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode The computer could become unstable or data in the SD card could be lost 8 6 User s Manual Optional Devices SD card care Set the write protect switch to the lock position if you do not want to record data 1 2 3 T 8 Do not write to an SD card if the battery power is low Low power could affect writing accuracy Do not remove an SD card while read write is in progress The SD card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way Do not try to force the SD card into the SD card slot Do not leave an SD card partially inserted in the slot Press the SD card until you hear it click into place Do not twist or bend SD cards Do not expose SD cards to liquids or store in humid areas or lay media close to containers of liquid After using an SD card return it to its case Do not touch the metal part or expose it to liquids or let it get dirty Creation of a boot disk In TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility a boot disk can be created with SD memory card Refer to the Utilities of Chapter 1 Introduction for details Memory expansion This computer is equipped with two memory module sockets beneath the keyboard You can increase the amount of RAM by installing an additional memory or replacing default memories with additional memories This section describes how to install and remove a memory module i W Place a mat beneath the computer to preve
136. ils 3 Follow steps 4 through 8 in Installing memory module to access the memory module User s Manual 8 11 Optional Devices 4 Push the latches to the outside to release the memory module A spring will force one end of the memory module up 5 Grasp the sides of the module and pull it out then replace the insulator If you use the computer for a long time the memory modules and the circuits locating close to the memory modules will become hot In this case let them cool to room temperature before you replace them Or you will get burnt if you touch any of them Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems Removing the memory module Rotate the keyboard back into place and secure the keyboard brace as described in the previous section Turn the computer upside down and install the battery pack Return your computer to the upside position Battery pack You can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs If you re away from an AC power source and your battery runs low you can replace it with a freshly charged battery Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Slim Select Bay 2nd battery pack You can insert a 2nd battery pack in the computer s Slim Select Bay The battery comes with an adaptor For details on using the adaptor follow the steps below For details on inserting modules in
137. in data for the following approximate time periods Retention time Battery type State and Retention Time High capacity battery pack 8800mAh about 11 days Standby mode about 80 days Boot mode Battery pack 4700mAh about 6 days Standby mode about 40 days Boot mode 2nd battery pack 3600mAh about 4 days about 30 days RTC battery 30 days Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack At least once a month disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges Before doing so follow the steps below 1 Turn off the computer s power 2 Disconnect the AC 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 indicator 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 indicator should glow green and the Battery indicator 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 indicator glows green If you
138. ing Problem Double tapping Touch Pad or double clicking AccuPoint does not work USB mouse Problem On screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation Double clicking does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow The mouse pointer moves erratically Procedure Try changing the double click speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Click start click Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and select Mouse icon 2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as instructed and click OK If problems persist contact your dealer Procedure The system might be busy If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass wait for it to resume its normal shape and try again to move it Make sure the mouse is properly connected to the USB port Try changing the double click speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Click start click Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and select Mouse icon 2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as instructed and click OK Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Click start click Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and select Mouse icon 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 U
139. ing Note the following when you write or rewrite a CD R or CD RW W Always copy data from the HDD to the CD Do not use cut and paste The original data will be lost if there is a write error Wi Do not perform any of the following actions W Change users in the Windows XP operating system W Operate the computer for any other function including use of a mouse or Touch Pad closing opening the LCD panel W Start a communication application such as a modem Apply impact or vibration to the computer Wi Install remove or connect external devices including the following PC card ExpressCard SD card USB devices external monitor i LINK devices optical digital devices W Open the optical media drive W Remove the optical media drive from the Slim Select Bay If the media is poor in quality dirty or damaged writing or rewriting errors may occur W Setthe computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such as airplanes trains or cars Do not use an unstable surface such as a stand W Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer Writing CD DVDs on DVD R RW drive DVD Dual drive You can use the DVD R RW drive to write data to either CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW discs The following applications for writing are preinstalled RecordNow and DLA licensed by Sonic Solutions Writing CD DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive You can use the DVD Super Multi drive to write data
140. ise may appear if the screen is displayed in high resolution mode on a simultaneous display or multi monitor display while running 3D applications during DVD playback or so on Reduce the resolution until the screen is displayed properly in such cases User s Manual B 7 Display Controller and Modes Table 3 Video modes SXGA model continued Resolution LCD CRT Vertical colors colors frequency Hz 640 x 480 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1400 x 1050 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1600 x 1200 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 Virtual with LCD 75 only 85 100 1920 x 1440 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 Virtual with LCD 75 only 85 2048 x 1536 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 Virtual with LCD 75 only Only External Monitor can perform change of Vertical frequency Hz WN Noise may appear if the screen is displayed in high resolution mode on a simultaneous display or multi monitor display while running 3D applications during DVD playback or so on Reduce the resolution until the screen is displayed properly in such cases B 8 User s Manual Display Controller and Modes Table 3 Video modes SXGA model continued Resolution LCD CRT Vertical colors colors frequency Hz 640 x 480 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 16M
141. isplays the basic information on PC and the test of built in devices can also be performed To start TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool click start point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Utilities and click PC Diagnostic Tool This utility enables hot insertion of Slim Select Bay modules that is you can remove insert Slim Select Bay modules while the computer is on To activate this utility select TOSHIBA Mobile Extension from TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy control of communication devices and network connections TOSHIBA ConfigFree also allows you to find communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks To start ConfigFree click start point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Networking and click ConfigFree This utility has the following functions To disable enable TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device with Fn F9 keys To customize the functions of TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device easily This utility provides you with a hands free environment for holding mutual communication via the Internet Protocol or Local Area Network Refer to the Sound System section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics for details User s Manual Introduction NVIDIA Rotation Settings TOSHIBA Password Utility Sound driver TOSHIBA Accessibility DLA for TOSHIBA TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility for Display Devices TOSHIBA SD Memory
142. ispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements Real Time Clock RTC battery AN 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 eS RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent Press F1 key to set Date Time You can change the setting of RTC by pressing F1 key Refer to Chapter 9 Troubleshooting for the detail The computer s RTC battery is a Ni MH 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 Care and use of the battery pack The battery pack is a vital component of portable computing Taking proper care of it will help ensure longer operating time on battery power as well as a longer life for your battery pack Follow the instructions in this section carefully to ensure safe operation and maximum performance 6 6 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes Safety precautions Mishandling of battery packs can cause death serious injury or property damage
143. ital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory DVD ROM Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory DVD RW Digital Versatile Disc ReWritable ECP extended capabilities port FDD floppy disk drive FIR fast infrared HDD hard disk drive IDE integrated drive electronics IO input output User s Manual Glossary 1 Glossary IrDA Infrared Data Association IRQ interrupt request KB kilobyte LCD liquid crystal display LED light emitting diode LSI large scale integration MB megabyte MS DOS Microsoft Disk Operating System OCR optical character recognition reader PCB printed circuit board PCI peripheral component interconnect RAM random access memory RGB red green and blue ROM read only memory RTC real time clock SCSI small computer system interface SIO serial input output SXGA super extended graphics array plus TFT thin film transistor UART universal asynchronous receiver transmitter USB Universal Serial Bus UXGA ultra extended graphics array VESA Video Electronic Standards Association VGA video graphics array VRT voltage reduction technology WXGA wide extended graphics array XGA extended graphics array A AccuPoint A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer keyboard 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
144. ite 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 B General conditions Placement of the computer Seating and posture Lighting Work habits User s Manual Getting Started General conditions In general if you are comfortable so is your computer but read the following to make sure your work site provides a proper environment Make sure there is adequate space around the computer for proper ventilation Make sure the AC power cord connects to an outlet that is close to the computer and easily accessible The temperature should be 5 to 35 degrees Centigrade 41 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit and the relative humidity should be 20 to 80 percent Avoid areas where rapid or extreme changes in temperature or humidity may occur Keep the computer free of dust moisture and exposure to direct sunlight Keep the computer away from heat sources such as electric heaters Do not use the computer near liquids or corrosive chemicals Do not place the computer near objects that create strong magnetic fields e g stereo speakers Some computers in the computer including data storage media can be damaged by magnets Do not place the computer near magnetic objects or
145. ives hard disk drive optical media drive 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 If you have a printer attached print a copy of the screen using PrtSc Look up the messages in the software and operating system documentation Check that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached Loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent signals Do any indicators light Which ones What color are they Do they stay on or blink Write down what you see Do you hear any beeps How many Are they long or short Are they high pitched or low Is the computer making any unusual noises Write down what you hear Record your observations so you can describe them to your dealer 9 2 User s Manual Troubleshooting Software Hardware The problems may be caused by your software or disk If you cannot load a software package the media may be damaged or the program might be corrupted Try loading another copy of the software If an error message appears while you are using a software package check the software documentation These documents usually include a problem solving section or a summary of error messages Next check any error messages in the OS documentation If you cannot find a software problem check your hardware First run through
146. lay dedicated cursor control ay and keys Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device Built in Touch Pad Built in AccuPoint Ports Parallel External monitor Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 A Touch Pad and control buttons in the palm rest enable control of the on screen pointer and scrolling of windows This pointer control stick located in the center of the keyboard provides convenient control of the cursor Parallel printer or other parallel device ECP compatible Analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B compatible functions The computer has two Universal Serial Bus ports that comply with the USB 2 0 standard which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1 1 standard The ports also support USB 1 1 1 6 User s Manual Introduction Docking interface i LINK IEEE1394 Infrared Slots PC card ExpressCard SD card Multimedia Sound system Video out jack S Video Headphone jack Microphone jack This port enables connection of an optional Advanced Port Replicator Ill described in the Options section This port enables high speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video cameras The serial infrared port is compatible with Infrared Data Association 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 IrD
147. lect Turn Off 4 Turn off the power to any peripheral devices Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge Hibernation mode A pmi o 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 B Save your data While entering hibernation mode the computer saves the contents of memory to the HDD However for safety sake it is best to save your data manually Wi Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the HDD indicator to go out E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in hibernation mode Data will be lost Benefits of hibernation The hibernation feature provides the following benefits W Saves data to the hard disk when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery For the computer to shut down in hibernation mode the hibernation feature must be enabled in two places the Hibernate tab in Power Options and Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Otherwise the computer will shut down in Standby mode If battery power becomes depleted data saved in Standby mode will be lost 3 8 User s Manual Getting Started 1 Wi You can return to your pre
148. lem Communication software can t initialize modem You can hear a dial tone but can t make a call 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 Procedure Make sure the cable is securely connected to the computer and to the device Make sure the device s power is turned on Reinstall the drivers Open the Windows Control Panel and double click the Add Hardware icon Follow the on screen directions Restart Windows If problems persist contact your dealer Procedure Make sure the computer s internal modem settings are correct Refer to Phone and 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 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 The computer will automatically cut off communication when connection with the carrier is not successful for a set time interval Try lengthening this time interval Check the error control setting in your communications application You can also use the AT N command User s Manual 9 19 Troubleshooting
149. ll the computer to perform certain functions G gigabyte GB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 megabytes See also megabyte graphics Drawings pictures or other images such as charts or graphs to present information hard disk A non removable disk usually referred to as drive C The factory installs this disk and only a trained engineer can remove it for servicing Also called fixed disk hard disk drive HDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes a hard disk See also hard disk User s Manual Glossary 7 Glossary 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 key The computer s feature in which certain keys in combination with the extended function key Fn can be used to set system parameters such as speaker volume 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 i LINK
150. lot and gently insert the module into the slot Io E o Slot B 6 talling the memory module 12 The keyboard cable is pressed down with Metal brace and one screw secures the metal brace 13 Insert tabs on the front of the keyboard into corresponding notches on the computer and seat the keyboard WN When seating the keyboard be sure to fit the flexible printed circuit board under the palm rest if the flat cable was pulled out while you were removing the keyboard 14 Two screws secure the keyboard AN Be sure to use all two screws removed in step 8 Make sure no screw was dropped into the computer Make sure all foreign matter such as the tape applied in step 11 is removed 15 Set the keyboard brace into its groove and press down to secure the latches 16 Install the battery pack Refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for details 17 Turn the power on and make sure the added memory is recognized Click start click Control Panel click Performance and Maintenance and select the System icon Open System Properties window and click General tab Removing memory module To remove the memory module make sure the computer is in boot mode then 1 Turn the computer off and remove all cables connected to the computer 2 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack Refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for deta
151. mbedded Wireless LAN module PA3272U 1MPC Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs CJGUPA3272WLP CJ6UPA3232BT The model with embedded Wireless LAN module PA3231U 1MPC Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs CJ6UPA3231WL CJ6UPA3232BT The model with embedded Wireless LAN module e PA3233U 1MPC Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs CJ6UPA3233WL CJ6UPA3232BT D 4 User s Manual Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability 1 The model with embedded Wireless LAN module PA3234U 1MPC Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs CUJGUPA3234WL CJ6UPA3232BT The model with embedded Wireless LAN module PA3297U 1MPC Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs CJGUPA3297WL CJ6UPA3232BT The model with embedded Wireless LAN module PA3299U 1MPC Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs CJGUPA3299WLP CJ6UPA3232BT The model with embedded Wireless LAN module PA3362U 1MPC Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs CJGUPA3362WL CJ6UPA3232BT The model with embedded Wireless LAN module PA3373U 1MPC Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs CJGUPA3373WL CJ6UPA3232BT The model with embedded Wireless LAN module PA3374U 1MPC Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs CJGUPA3374WL CJ6UPA3232BT The model with embedded Wireless LAN module PA3375 1MPC Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs CJGUPA3375WL CJ6UPA3232BT Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties
152. microprocessor A hardware component contained in a single integrated circuit that carries out instructions Also called the central processing unit CPU one of the main parts of the computer User s Manual Glossary 9 Glossary mode A method of operation for example the boot mode standby mode or the hibernation mode modem Derived from modulator demodulator a device that converts modulates digital data for transmission over telephone lines and then converts modulated data demodulates to digital format where received monitor A device that uses rows and columns of pixels to display alphanumeric characters or graphic images See also CRT 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 MP3 An audio compression standard that enables high quality transmission and real time playback of sound files non system disk A formatted floppy disk you can use to store programs and data but you cannot use to start the computer See system disk nonvolatile memory Memory usually read only ROM that is capable of permanently storing information Turning the computer s power off does not alter data stored in nonvolatile memory numeric keypad overlay A feature that allow
153. model Depending on the model a 2 pin plug or 3 pin plug set of the above may be bundled User s Manual 3 5 Getting Started 2 Connect the AC adaptor s DC output plug to the DC IN 15V jack on the back of the computer DC IN 15V jack Connecting the adaptor to the computer 3 Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet The Battery and DC IN indicators on the front of the computer should glow Opening the display The computer s LCD display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing 1 Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to the right 2 While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body is not raised lift the panel slowly Adjust the angle of the panel to provide optimal clarity N Use reasonable care when opening and closing the LCD display panel Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer LCD display panel Display latch SE Opening the LCD display panel 3 6 User s Manual Getting Started Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power The Power button LED indicates the status Refer to the Power indicators section in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes j E After you turn on the power for the first time do not turn it off until you have set up the operating system Refer to the section Starting up for the first time E fthe USB floppy disk drive is connected m
154. mputer floppy disks and CD DVDs TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device The computer is equipped with a dual point system a Touch Pad and an AccuPoint pointing stick Using the Touch Pad To use the Touch Pad simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you want the on screen pointer to go Touch Pad Touch Pad control buttons AccuPoint AccuPoint Control Buttons Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons User s Manual Operating Basics Two buttons below the Touch Pad are used like the buttons on a mouse pointer Press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer Press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using You can also tap the Touch Pad to perform functions similar to those of the left button Click Tap once Double click Tap twice Drag and drop Tap to select the material you want to move Leave your finger on the Touch Pad after the second tap and move the material Using the AccuPoint To use the AccuPoint simply push it with your finger tip in the direction you want to move the on screen pointer Two buttons above the Touch Pad work in the same way with the AccuPoint as they do with the Touch Pad Refer to the Using the Touch Pad section for details AccuPoint precautions Certain conditions can affect the on screen pointer when using AccuPoint For example the pointer may trav
155. mputer and optional Advanced Port Replicator III to a desk or other heavy object to help prevent unauthorized removal of the computer or Advanced Port Replicator III The computer has a security lock slot on the left side Attach one end of a cable to a desk and the other end to the security lock slot 1 Turn the computer so the left side faces you 2 Align the holes for the security lock and attach the lock Security lock slot Security lock 8 24 User s Manual TECRA M3 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Problem User s Manual 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 solving process Resolving problems will be much easier if you observe the following guidelines E Stop immediately when you recognize a problem exists Further action may result in data loss or damage You may destroy valuable problem related information that can help solve the problem E Observe what is happening Write down what the system is doing and what actions you performed immediately before the problem occurred If you have a printer attached print a copy of the screen using PrtSc The questions and procedures offered in this chapter are meant as a guide they are not definitive problem solving techniques
156. n a warm computer In such case follow the steps below 1 Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power on until the power automatically shuts off 2 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 15V jack of the computer and the AC adaptor into power outlet 3 Charge the battery until the Battery indicator glows green Repeat these steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity 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 6 10 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes Monitoring battery capacity i Remaining battery power can be monitored in TOSHIBA Power Saver W Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time The computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity 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 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 batter
157. n bytes 55 89 GB 80 0 billion bytes 74 53 GB and 100 0 billion bytes 93 16 GB hard disk drive in the Slim Select Bay To install an HDD in the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor follow the steps below 1 Slide the lock to the unlock position and open the lid Lock Opening the lid 2 Insert the HDD in the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor and push forward to ensure a firm connection Inserting the HDD 8 16 User s Manual Optional Devices 3 Close the lid and slide the lock to the lock position Figure 8 20 Closing the lid For details on inserting the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor in the computer s Slim Select Bay slot refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics USB floppy disk drive The USB floppy disk drive module can be connected to the USB port For details on connecting the USB floppy disk drive module refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer The computer supports VGA and Super VGA video modes To connect a monitor follow the steps below 1 Turn the computer s power off External monitor port Connecting the monitor cable to the external monitor port 3 Turn the monitor s power on 4 Turn the computer s power on When you turn on the power the computer automatically recognizes the monitor and determines whether it is color or monochrome User s Manual 8 17 Optional Devices
158. n for details An adaptor lets you install an optional HDD described in Chapter 8 Optional Devices You can increase your computer s data storage capacity with an additional 40 billion bytes 37 26 GB 60 billion bytes 55 89 GB 80 billion bytes 74 53 GB and 100 billion bytes 93 16 GB hard disk drive in the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor The secondary battery increases your computer s battery power and operating time when a main battery is also installed User s Manual TECRA M3 Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of your computer Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product series Your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis unless you have selected all those features pio Front with the display closed The following figure shows the computer s front with its LCD display panel in the closed position System indicators Infrared port Display latch Wirele s communication switch Volume control Front of the computer with LCD display panel closed System LEDs let you monitor the status of various indicators computer functions Details are given in the System indicators section Display latch This latch secures th
159. nd 6 6 charging 6 9 extending life 6 12 indicator 2 11 6 4 location 2 6 monitoring capacity 6 11 real time clock 1 3 6 6 safety precautions 6 7 save mode 1 12 types 6 5 Battery charger 1 17 8 14 Battery pack 1 3 2 6 additional 8 12 replacing 6 13 Bluetooth 1 8 4 28 problems 9 21 TOSHIBA Stack 1 14 Boot Priority 7 3 C CD ROM drive location 2 4 using 4 7 Cleaning the computer 4 32 Cooling vents 2 2 DC IN indicator 2 11 6 4 Display 1 6 2 9 automatic power off 1 11 brightness decrease 5 5 brightness increase 5 5 controller 1 6 B 1 hinge 2 8 opening 3 6 DLA for TOSHIBA 1 16 4 18 Docking interface 1 7 2 7 Documentation list 1 2 Dual Pointing Device 1 6 1 15 AccuPoint 1 6 2 9 AccuPoint control buttons 2 9 problems 9 15 Touch Pad 1 6 2 9 Touch Pad control buttons 2 9 Touch Pad location 2 8 using 4 1 DVD Super Multi drive 1 5 location 2 4 problems 9 12 using 4 7 writing 4 12 Index DVD R RW drive DVD Dual drive 1 5 location 2 4 problems 9 11 using 4 7 writing 4 12 DVD ROM drive 1 4 location 2 4 problems 9 9 using 4 7 DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive 1 5 location 2 4 problems 9 10 using 4 7 writing 4 10 Environment 3 1 Equipment checklist 1 1 Equipment setup general conditions 3 2 placement 3 2 Ergonomics lighting 3 3 seating and posture 3 3 work habits 3 4 ExpressCard 1 7 8 3 inserting 8 3 location of slot 2 2 problems 9 14 removing 8 4 F Floppy disk care 4 22
160. nd check the carrier s regulations before you use a computer on board User s Manual 4 29 Operating Basics Wireless communication Indicator LAN A 1 The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless communication functions Indicator status Indication Indicator off Wireless communication switch is set to off Automatic power down because of overheating Power malfunction Indicator glows Wireless communication switch is on Wireless LAN or Bluetooth is turned on by an application If you used the Task Bar 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 Control Panel System Hardware Device Manager Network adapters Intel PRO Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter or Intel PRO Wireless 2200BG 2915ABG Network Connection or Atheros AR5004G AR5004X Wireless Network Adapter and enable The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX and Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 megabits per second 1000BASE T Some models are equipped with a Gigabit Ethernet LAN This section describes how to connect disconnect to a LAN Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off Leave the AC adaptor connected whil
161. nd in a window on the TV or CRT monitor Secondary Device Movies will be displayed full screen on the TV or CRT monitor and in a window on the computer s internal LCD Disable Movies will not be displayed on a TV or CRT monitor User s Manual 8 19 Optional Devices al Even if the above does not set up there are some as which the movies is simultaneously displayed depending on the type of the movies d Click OK e Click OKin the Display Properties screen i LINK IEEE1394 i LINK IEEE1394 is used for high speed data transfer for a range of compatible devices such as Digital video cameras Hard disk drives MO drives CD RW drives F i LINK uses a four pin connector which does not carry electric current External devices will need their own power supply Precautions Make a back up of your data before transferring it to the computer There is a possibility that the original data will be damaged There is a particular risk that some frames will be deleted in the case of digital video transfer TOSHIBA assumes no liability for such loss of data Do not transfer data in areas where static electricity is easily generated or in areas subjected to electronic noise Data can be destroyed If you are transferring data through an IEEE 1394 hub do not connect or disconnect other devices from the hub during data transfer There is a likelihood that data will be damaged Connect all devices to the hub before you
162. nded by TOSHIBA as replacements Always make sure the battery pack is installed correctly and securely Otherwise a battery pack could fall out and possibly cause injury Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius Otherwise the electrolyte solution might leak battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened Be sure to monitor the remaining battery power If the battery pack and real time clock battery discharge completely Standby and Suspend will not function and data in memory will be lost Also the computer might register an incorrect time and date In this case connect the AC adaptor to recharge the batteries Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adaptor Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Suspend or Standby mode Data will be lost 6 8 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes Note 1 Never remove the battery pack while the Wake up on LAN function is enabled Data will be lost Before you remove a battery pack disable the Wake up on LAN function 2 To ensure the battery pack maintains maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power once a week until the battery pack is fully discharged Refer to the section Extending battery life in this chapter for procedures If the computer is continuously operated on AC power for an extended period more
163. ng JN Do not block the cooling vents Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter the cooling vents If pins or similar objects are inserted into the computer the computer s circuitry may be damaged 2 2 User s Manual The Grand Tour acc s400 IEEE1394 EX A Sp ub Security lock slot i LINK IEEE1394 port ExpressCard slot ExpressCard eject button PC card slot PC card eject button A security cable attaches to this slot The optional security cable anchors your computer to a desk or other large object to deter theft Connect an external device such as a digital video camera to this port for high speed data transfer The ExpressCard slot can accommodate an ExpressCard This is a button for taking out an ExpressCard from the ExpressCard slot The PC card slot can accommodate a Type II card The slot supports 16 bit PC cards and CardBus PC cards This is a button for taking out a PC card from the PC card slot Keep foreign objects out of the ExpressCard slot and PC card slot A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry SD card slot SD cards are used in a wide variety of external devices This slot lets you transfer data from the device to your computer Keep foreign objects out of the SD card slot A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry User s Manual 2 3 The Grand Tour Right side The following figure shows t
164. ng and the power to the Bluetooth device is turned on Make sure no optional Bluetooth PC card and Bluetooth SD card are installed in the computer The built in Bluetooth function and an optional Bluetooth PC card cannot operate simultaneously If problems persist contact your dealer Printer Refer also to the Parallel printer sections in Chapter 8 Optional Devices and to the troubleshooting and other relevant sections in your printer and software documentation Problem Procedure Printer does not turn on Check that the printer is connected to an electric outlet Make sure the outlet is supplying power by plugging in an appliance Computer printer do not Make sure the printer is turned on and is online communicate ready to use Inspect the cable connecting the printer to the computer for damage Make sure it is securely connected A parallel printer connects to the parallel port Make sure the port is configured correctly Refer to Chapter 7 HW Setup Make sure your software is configured to recognize the printer Check your printer and software documentation Printer error Check your printer documentation If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 21 Troubleshooting TV output signal Problem Display on TV is poor No display Procedure Make sure the TV type is correct for your area NTSC US JAPAN PAL Europe Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the extern
165. ng the following PC card ExpressCard SD card USB devices external monitor i LINK devices optical digital devices W Use the Audio Video control button to reproduce music or voice W Open the optical media drive W Remove the optical media drive from the Slim Select Bay Do not use shut down log off and standby hibernation while writing or rewriting Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into standby hibernation Writing is completed if you can open the DVD ROM amp CD R RW or DVD Super Multi drive tray Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such as airplanes trains or cars Do not use an unstable surface such as a stand Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer Always copy data from the HDD to the DVD RAM Do not use cut and paste The original data will be lost if there is a write error 4 16 User s Manual Operating Basics RecordNow Basic for TOSHIBA Note the following limitations when you use RecordNow DVD Video cannot be created using RecordNow DVD Audio cannot be created using RecordNow You cannot use RecordNow s Audio CD for Car or Home CD Player function to record music to the DVD R RW or DVD R RW disc Do not use the Exact Copy function of RecordNow to copy DVD Video and DVD ROM with copyright protection DVD RAM disc cannot be backed up with the Exact Copy function of Recor
166. nt making a scratch on the lid when replacing the memory module Avoid the mat that generates static electricity W When you remove a memory please do not touch other portions of a computer User s Manual 8 7 Optional Devices A J W Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA E Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following conditions You can damage the computer and the module Also data will be lost a The computer is turned on b The computer was shut down using the Standby mode or Hibernation mode c Wake up on LAN is enabled E Be careful not to let screws or other foreign matter fall into the computer It could cause malfunction or electric shock W Expansion memory is a precision electronic component that may be fatally damaged by static electricity Since human body has slight static electricity be sure to discharge static electricity from your body before installing an expansion memory module To discharge your body s static electricity simply touch any metal close to you with bare hands If you install a memory module that is not compatible with the computer beep will sound when you turn on the power If the memory module is installed in slot A there will be a long beep 1 second followed by two short beeps 0 5 second each If the memory module is in slot B there will be a long beep followed by four short beeps If the both memory modules in slot A and slot B are in
167. nterface and functions Click start point to All Programs point to InterVideo WinDVD then click InterVideo WinDVD Bluetooth TOSHIBA This software enables communication between Stack remote Bluetooth devices J Bluetooth cannot be used in models that do not have a Bluetooth module installed TOSHIBA SD The TOSHIBA SD memory boot utility is a utility Memory Boot Utility which can create SD memory card to a boot disk You can boot TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility from the menu bar as follows Click start point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Utilities and click SD Memory Boot Utility TOSHIBA Zooming This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the Utility icon size on the desktop or the application window 1 14 User s Manual Introduction RecordNow Basic for TOSHIBA TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Mobile Extension TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device utility TOSHIBA Mic Effect You can create CD DVDs in several formats including audio CDs that can be played ona standard stereo CD player and data CD DVDs to store the files and folders on your hard disk drive This software can be used on a model with DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive DVD Super Multi drive and DVD R RW drive TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that provides easy access to help and services It is the default function launched by the TOSHIBA Assist button TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool d
168. o 2nd battery is installed 5 When no main battery is installed LT When batteries are charged the main battery is charged first When it is I fully charged the 2nd battery is charged User s Manual 6 3 Power and Power Up Modes Power indicators As shown in the above table the Battery Slim Select Bay DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer s operating capability and battery charge status Battery indicators Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the main battery and the Slim Select Bay indicator to determine the status of the 2nd battery The following indicator lights indicate the battery status Flashing orange The battery charge is low The AC adaptor must be connected to recharge the battery Orange Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and charging the battery Green Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is fully charged No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light 3 If the battery pack becomes too hot while it is being charged the charge will stop and the Battery indicator will go out When the battery pack s temperature falls to a normal range charge will resume This occurs whether the computer s power is on or off DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected Green Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and supplying proper power to the computer
169. o close all other software programs except the writing software Wi Do notrun software such as a screen saver which can put a heavy load on the CPU E Operate the computer in the full power mode Do not use power saving features E Do not write while virus check software is running Wait for it to finish and then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background User s Manual Operating Basics Do not use hard disk utilities including those intended to enhance HDD access speed They may cause unstable operation and data damage CD RW Ultra Speed media is not available If used data may be lost or damaged Write from the computer s HDD to the CD DVD Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device Writing with software other than RecordNow and InterVideo WinDVD Creator Platinum are not recommended When writing or rewriting Please observe consider the following when you write or rewrite to a CD R RW DVD R RW RAM or DVD R RW disc Do not perform any of the following actions when writing or rewriting W Change users in the Windows XP operating system W Operate the computer for any other function including using a mouse or Touch Pad or closing opening the LCD panel W Start a communication application such as a modem Apply impact or vibration to the computer E Install remove or connect external devices includi
170. oad the Recovery Media in the optional optical media drive and turn off the computer s power Hold down the F12 key and turn on the power When In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA appears release the F12 key Use the left or right cursor key to select the CD ROM icon in the display menu For details refer to the Boot Priority section in Chapter 7 HW Setup Follow the on screen instructions If your computer came with additional software installed this software can not be recovered from the Product Recovery disk Re install these applications e g Works Suite DVD Player Games etc separately from other media Restoring TOSHIBA utilities and drivers If Windows is working properly individual drivers or applications can be separately restored The TOSHIBA Tools amp Utilities folder C TOOLSCD contains drivers and applications which are included with your computer system If your system drivers or applications have become damaged in some way you can reinstall most of the components from this folder Create a copy of this folder to an external media for more convenience 3 12 User s Manual TECRA M3 Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Devices USB floppy disk drive optional changing Slim Select Bay modules optical media drives Sound System Modem Wireless communication features and LAN It also provides tips on caring for your co
171. odem optional User s Manual Introduction Software Microsoft Windows XP Professional E The following software is preinstalled Microsoft Windows XP Professional Microsoft Internet Explorer TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility DVD Video Player TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device utility TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Mobile Extension TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Controls TOSHIBA Mic Effect TOSHIBA Password Utility Online manual Documentation and Backup Media TECRA MS Portable Personal Computer User s Manual TECRA MS Quickstart Safety Instruction Manual Warranty information Product Recovery DVD ROM If any of the items are missing or damaged contact your dealer immediately User s Manual Introduction Features The computer uses TOSHIBA s advanced Large Scale Integration LSI Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor CMOS technology extensively to provide compact size minimum weight low power usage and high reliability This computer incorporates the following features and benefits Processor Built in The computer is equipped with an Intel processor Intel Pentium M processor which incorporates a 32KB level 1 cache memory and a 1MB level 2 cache memory It also supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology Other processors may be introduced 1 Some models of the computers carry Intel Centrino technology
172. of complex modeling software such as high end computer aided design applications W use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously W use of computer in area with low air pressure high altitude gt 1 000 meters or 73 280 feet above sea level W use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5 C to 30 C 41 F to 86 F or gt 25 C 77 F at high altitude all temperature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model please refer to appendix A or visit www pcsupport toshiba com on the Internet for details XX User s Manual General Precautions CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design configuration Under some conditions your computer product may automatically shut down This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions To avoid risk of lost data always make back up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external storage medium For optimum performance use your computer product only under recommended conditions Read additional restrictions under Environmental Conditions in your PC documentation Copy Protection Copy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media HDD Drive Capacity 1 Gigabyte GB means 1000 x 1000 x 1000 1 000 000 000 bytes using powers of 10 The computer op
173. on s 0 lise I iiaa 4 18 DLA for TOSHIBA 0 tenet eae 4 18 MIDI MEDI oat a O een nh eaen eee Ree ae 4 18 When using WinDVD Creator Platinum sls 4 19 How to make a DVD Video 1 tenes 4 19 How to learn more about InterVideo WinDVD Creator 4 19 Important information for use i i 4 20 Media Care ii cad bende eee We et y Rx rer hx OR RR RO Rr ea ee ee oe 4 22 GDIDVDS teet a rax e ele Rik nc aleve Gaede aren erat ES 4 22 Floppy dISKS 2iiecstemeemc ke 9 ne bed he Oba bh ye hha bade RISE Xs 4 22 Sound System 5so le ade Pe eae E ER ERA EE REESE E XE 4 23 Using the microphone sslsssesee I I ei ei 4 23 SoundMAX control panel liislsllseeellls sen 4 23 Mic Effect 22 2500 eb eed eEIA RE bape ded pue epe ds 4 24 LuDI MERE EUNTEM 4 24 Region selection 0 ninda ra E EE EE ne 4 24 Properties menu 1 anaana 4 25 Settinig sc oe dada ien n a tet bare a E GEL ECL RED 4 25 Modem Selection aiec eke ee ee eee ee rm eet em ee oe eee 4 26 Dialing Properties cce xe tbe hentia ER hee Ae eee 4 26 splen m 4 26 Disconnecting ee eredero drer ae hrs 4 27 User s Manual ix Table of Contents Wireless communications 0 00 cece RR RII n 4 27 Wireless LAN escarsa dium rn bead Gees deeds AGE OReeE dd 4 27 Bluetooth wireless technology 0 00 0c eee eee ee 4 28 Bluetooth Stack for Windows
174. ood positioning of your chair and equipment as described earlier can reduce tension in your shoulders or neck and ease back strain Wi Vary your posture frequently Occasionally stand up and stretch or exercise briefly E Exercise and stretch your wrists and hands a number of times during the day W Frequently look away from the computer and focus your eyes on a distant object for several seconds for example 30 seconds every 15 minutes E Take frequent short breaks instead of one or two long breaks for example two or three minutes every half hour E 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 Safety Instruction Manual Connecting the AC adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power It is also the fastest way to get started because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz For details on using the AC adaptor to charge the battery pack refer to Chapter 6
175. ort DVI port This port is not supported by the computer 8 22 User s Manual Optional Devices Parallel printer You can connect any standard Centronics compatible parallel printer to your computer All you need is an IBM PC parallel printer cable Your dealer can supply one or you can purchase one at most computer stores The cable s connectors are designed so that it is impossible for you to connect them incorrectly To connect a printer follow these steps 1 Turn off the computer s power 2 Connect the cable into the Advanced Port Replicator III s parallel port 3 Tighten the screws that fasten the connector to the Advanced Port Replicator III s parallel port 4 Connect the other connecter of the cable into the printer s parallel connector Fasten the connector to the printer with the clips on the parallel port Turn on the printer s power Turn on the computer s power Start the HW Setup program Refer to Chapter 7 HW Setup Select the Parallel Printer tab from the TOSHIBA HW Setup window 10 Set the Parallel Port Mode and press OK 11 Choose Reboot for the change to take effect 12 Select the printer in Windows Add Print Wizard To access the Add Print Wizard utility click start click Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and select the Add Printer o 0129020 User s Manual 8 23 Optional Devices Security lock Security locks enable you to anchor your co
176. ot require a steady stream of bits to be transmitted at regular time intervals 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 commands or executable files 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 a so ASCII BIOS Basic Input Output System The firmware that controls data flow within the computer See also firmware bit Derived from binary digit the basic unit of information used by the computer It is either zero or one 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 User s Manual Glossa
177. own in standby mode the power indicator blinking orange E fyou are operating the computer on battery power you can lengthen the operating time by shutting down in hibernation mode Standby mode consumes more power Standby limitations Standby will not function under the following conditions W Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down B Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise Restarting the computer Certain conditions require that you reset the system For example if M You change certain computer settings Wi An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands There are three ways to reset the computer system 1 Click start then click Turn off computer From the Turn off computer menu select Restart 2 Press Ctrl Alt Del to display the Windows Task Manager then select Shut Down and Restart 3 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 User s Manual 3 11 Getting Started Restoring the preinstalled software Restoring the complete system To restore the operating system and all preinstalled software follow the steps below Note When sound is muted by the Fn Esc key turn it on before starting to restore When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost 1 2 L
178. pendix summarizes the computer s technical specifications Physical Dimensions Weight typical 2 26 kilograms configured with 14 1 XGA 256MB RAM 40GB HDD DVD ROM drive modem LAN 100M Bit Wireless LAN no Bluetooth antenna 6cell battery pack Weight will vary with other configurations Above weights are measured at a specific criteria They are not guaranteed as the maximum weight of the actual product Size 314 w x 260 d x 31 5 34 9 h millimeters not including parts that extend beyond the main body Environmental Requirements Conditions Ambient temperature Relative humidity Operating 5 C 41 F to 35 C 95 F 20 to 80 Non operating 20 C 4 F to 65 C 149 F 10 to 95 Thermal Gradient 20 C per hour maximum Wet bulb 26 C maximum temperature Conditions Altitude from sea level Operating 60 to 3 000 meters Non operating 60 to 10 000 meters maximum User s Manual Specifications Power Requirements AC adaptor Computer Built in Modem 100 240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz cycles per second 15 VDC 5 0 amperes 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 Data Full duplex Fax Half duplex Data ITU
179. perform change of Vertical frequency Hz WN Noise may appear if the screen is displayed in high resolution mode on a simultaneous display or multi monitor display while running 3D applications during DVD playback or so on Reduce the resolution until the screen is displayed properly in such cases B 4 User s Manual Display Controller and Modes Table 2 Video modes XGA model continued Resolution 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024 Virtual with LCD only 1600 x 1200 Virtual with LCD only 1920 x 1440 Virtual with LCD only 2048 x 1536 Virtual with LCD only Only External Monitor can perform change of Vertical frequency Hz LCD colors 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K CRT colors 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K 64K Vertical frequency Hz 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 60 75 JN Noise may appear if the screen is displayed in high resolution mode on a 5 simultaneous display or multi monitor display while running 3D applications during DVD playback or so on Reduce the resolution until the screen is displayed properly in such cases User s Manual B 5 Display Controller and Modes Table 2 Video modes XGA model continued Resolution LCD CRT Vertical colors colors frequency Hz 640 x 4
180. position when purchased User s Manual Introduction Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use TOSHIBA Assist button TOSHIBA Presentation button Hot keys Display automatic power off HDD automatic power off System automatic Standby Hibernation Keypad overlay Power on password Instant security Press this button to launch an application automatically The default is TOSHIBA Assist Press this button to change internal display external display simultaneous display or multi monitor display Key combinations let you quickly change the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system configuration program This feature automatically cuts off power to the computer s LCD display panel 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 Monitor power off item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk 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 HDD power off item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver This feature automatically shuts down the system in standby mode or Hibernation mode when there is no input or hardware access for
181. puter can display up to 2048 horizontal and 1536 vertical pixels at up to 16M colors The display controller also controls the video mode which uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum 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 Super VGA modes the most widely used industry standards Video modes The computer supports video modes defined in the tables 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 and refresh rates Also if your software supports both graphics and text modes the screen display may appear to operate faster using a text mode User s Manual Display Controller and Modes Video mode 0 1 2 3 0 1 2 3 0 1 2 3 4 5 7 Type VGA Text VGA Text VGA Text VGA Text VGA Text VGA Text VGA Grph VGA Grph VGA Text VGA Text Resolution 40 x 25 Characters 80 x 25 Characters 40 x 25 Characters 80 x 25 Characters 40 x 25 Characters 80 x 25 Characters 320 x 200 Pels 640 x 200 Pels 80 x 25 Characters 80 x 25 Characters Character matrix pels 8x 8 8x14 8x14 9x16 9 x 16 8x8 9x14
182. puter that what follows are commands used with peripheral devices such as printers and modems 2 Ameans 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 transmitted data and escapes that are intended as a command to the modem execute To interpret and execute an instruction Extended Capability Port An industry 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 information 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 floppy disk A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data floppy disk drive FDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy disks Fn esse A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hot keys folder An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders format The process of readying a blank disk for its first use Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the disk function keys The keys labeled F1 through F12 that te
183. r environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment Regulatory statements General This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country region where the product is sold In addition the product complies with the following European Union EU and EFTA This equipment complies with the R amp TTE directive 1999 5 EC and has been provided with the CE mark accordingly Canada Industry Canada IC This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device User s Manual D 3 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability L utilisation de ce dispositif est autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 I utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique recu m me si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met IC 248H DPA3232B Caution FCC Interference Statement This device complies with part15 of the FCC rules
184. r incorporating this product In the frequency bandwidth of this equipment industrial device scientific device medical device like microwave oven licensed premises radio station and non licensed specified low power radio station for mobile object identification system RF ID that is used in product line of factories Other Radio Stations are used Please make sure before using this equipment that no Other Radio Stations are used in the neighborhood In case that RF interference occurs to Other Radio Stations from this equipment please change promptly the frequency for use place to use or stop emitting Radio Please contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have a problem such as interference from this equipment to Other Radio Stations 2 Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment 0 2 2 4FH1 4 1 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHz 2 FH This equipment uses FH SS modulation 3 1 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10 m 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems D 6 User s Manual Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability 3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Friday 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 13 1100 Direct Dial 03 3457 5916 FAX 03 5444 9450 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Confo
185. r standby hibernation mode while using WinDVD Creator Do not operate WinDVD Creator immediately after turning on the computer Please wait until all Disc Drive activity has stopped When recording to a DV Camcorder to ensure you capture all of your data let the camcorder record for a few seconds before you begin recording your actual data CD recorder JPEG functions DVD Audio mini DVD and Video CD functions are not supported in this version While recording video to DVD or tape please close all other programs Do not run software like a screen saver because it can put a heavy load on the CPU Do not run communication applications like a modem or a LAN 4 20 User s Manual Operating Basics 2 Before recording the video to DVD W When you record to DVD disc please use only discs recommended by the Drive manufacturer W Do not set the working drive to a slow device like a USB 1 1 hard disk drive or it will fail to write DVD W Do not perform any of the following actions Operate the computer for any other function including using a mouse or Touch Pad or closing opening the LCD panel Bump or cause vibration to the computer Use the Mode control button and Audio Video control button to reproduce music or voice Open the optical media drive Install remove or connect external devices including the following PC card ExpressCard SD card USB devices external monitor i LINK devices opti
186. re 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 Mobile phones Use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system Computer operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30 cm be maintained between the computer and a mobile phone in use Disclaimers LCD Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen CPU Central Processing Unit CPU Performance Disclaimer CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the following conditions W use of certain external peripheral products E use of battery power instead of AC power W use of certain multimedia computer generated graphics or video applications W use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections W use
187. rements for residential commercial and light industry environments The following environments are not approved W Industrial Environments e g enivronments with a mains voltage gt 380V In the following environments the use of this product can be restricted W Medical Environments This product is not certified as a medical product according to the Medical Product Directive 93 42 EEC W Vehicle Environments Please read the operator s manual of the vehicle manufacturer for further restrictions of use E Aircraft Environments Please follow the advices of the flight personnel regarding restrictions of use Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working environments that are not approved or the use is restricted are not the responsibility of TOSHIBA Corporation The consequences of the use of this product in those working environments may be E Interference with other devices or machines in the nearby surrounding area Malfunction of or data loss from this product caused by disturbances generated by other devices or machines in the nearby surrounding area Furthermore for general safety reaons the use of this product in environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted User s Manual iii User s Manual CE compliance This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives notably Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89 336 EEC for the notebook and the ele
188. right where you left off Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 Getting Started for details 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 User s Manual Introduction Utilities 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 txt files TOSHIBA Power To access this power savings management Saver program click start click Control Panel click Performance and Maintenance and select the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon HW Setup This program lets you customize your hardware settings according to the way you work with your computer and the peripherals you use To start the utility To access this utility click start click Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and select the TOSHIBA HWSetup icon TOSHIBA Controls This utility have a section to let you do the following E Buttons Assign applications or functions to the TOSHIBA Presentation button default setting is the simultaneous display on LCD and CRT with resolution of 1024 x 768 and to the TOSHIBA Assist button default setting is the TOSHIBA Assist DVD Video Player The DVD Video Player is used to play DVD Video It has an on screen i
189. riting make sure you are observing the following precautions B Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA W Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing W Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording W Do notrun or start other software during writing E Do not jar the computer during writing W Do not connect disconnect external devices or install remove internal cards during writing If problems persist contact your dealer DVDZR RW drive DVD Dual drive For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem You cannot access a CD DVD in the drive Some CD DVDs run correctly but others do not Procedure Make sure the drive s disc tray is securely closed Press gently until it clicks into place Check whether the drive power is on If the power is off click on the optical media drive icon in the task tray and turn on the power Open the disc tray and make sure the CD DVD is properly seated It should lie flat with the label facing up A foreign object in the disc tray could block laser light from reading the CD DVD Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the CD DVD is dirty If it is wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Refer to the Media care section in Chapter 4 for details on cleaning The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem Make sure the hardware configuration matches your
190. rmance Procedure Press hotkeys Fn F5 to change the display priority to make sure it is not set for an external monitor They might have come from contact with the keyboard Touch Pad Try wiping the LCD screen gently with a clean dry cloth If markings remain use LCD screen cleaner Be sure to let the LCD screen dry before closing it Refer to your software s documentation to determine if the software is causing the difficulty Contact your dealer if the problems continue Procedure Check if a floppy disk is in the floppy disk drive or a CD ROM is in the optical media drive Remove any floppy disk and or CD ROM and check Boot priority Refer to the Boot Priority section in Chapter 7 HW Setup There may be a problem with your operating system files Refer to your OS documentation Your files may be fragmented Run Disk Defragmenter to check the condition of your files and disk Refer to your OS documentation or online HELP for information on running the Disk Defragmenter As a last resort reformat the hard disk Then reload the operating system and other files If problems persist contact your dealer 9 8 User s Manual Troubleshooting DVD ROM drive For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem You cannot access a CD DVD in the drive Some CD DVDs run correctly but others do not Procedure Make sure the drive s disc tray is securely closed Press gently un
191. rmity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business of Japan The Name of the radio equipment EYXF2CS TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number 001NYDA1507 JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT Approval Number D04 0411001 The following restrictions apply Do not disassemble or modify the device Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device User s Manual D 7 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Approved Countries Regions for use Bluetooth wireless technology AN Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Australia Austria Canada Denmark Germany Iceland Japan Luxembourg New Zealand Norway Switzerland UK Greece Italy Portugal Spain Belgium Finland Ireland Netherlands Sweden USA France Liechtenstein Countries regions that have approved Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA D 8 User s Manual TECRA M3 Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the co
192. rs After a password is set you will be prompted to enter it when you start the computer After you set the password a dialog box will be displayed asking whether you want to save it to a floppy disk or other media If you forget the password you can open the password file on another computer Be sure to keep the media in a safe place When entering the character string to register the password enter from the keyboard character by character and do not enter as ASCII code or copy and paste the character string In addition ensure that the registered password is correct by outputting the character string to the password file Delete button Click this button to delete a registered password Before you can delete a password you must first enter the current password correctly or insert a proper token Change button Click this button to change a registered password Before you can change a password you must first enter the current password correctly or insert a proper token Owner String text box You can use this box to associate text with the password After you enter text click Apply or OK At the time of a startup of a computer this text is displayed when you can ask for the input of a password User Token field E Create button You can use an SD card token instead of entering the password After you have registered a password insert an SD card in SD card slot and click Create You can use an SD card of any capacity
193. rs in this series are equipped with Bluetooth functions Bluetooth wireless technology eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as computers and printers Bluetooth provides fast reliable and secure wireless communication in a small space 1 8 User s Manual Introduction JI Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with a Wireless LAN mini PCI card that is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802 11 Standard Revision A B or G and Turbo Mode E Theoretical maximum speed 54Mbps IEEE802 11a 802 119 E Theoretical maximum speed 11Mbps IEEE802 11b Wi Theoretical maximum speed 108Mbps Turbo Mode Atheros 11a b g combo type W Frequency Channel Selection 5 GHz Revision A 2 4 GHz Revision B G B Roaming over multiple channels B Card Power Management B6 Atheros Super AG technology Atheros module type W Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on 152 bit encryption algorithm Atheros module type B Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on 128 bit encryption algorithm Intel module type W Advanced Encryption Standard AES data encryption based on 256 bit encryption algorithm Atheros module type The numerical values for display are the theoretical maximums for Wireless LAN standards The act
194. ry 3 Glossary 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 resides in external memory capacity The amount of data that can be stored on a magnetic storage device such as a floppy disk or hard disk It is usually described in terms of kilobytes KB where one KB 1024 bytes and megabytes MB where one MB 1024 KB card Synonym for board See board CardBus An industry standard bus for 32 bit PC cards CD ROM A Compact Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacity disc that can be read from but not written to The CD ROM drive uses a laser rather than magnetic heads to read data from the disc CD R A Compact Disc Recordable disc can be written once and read many times See also CD ROM CD RW A Compact Disc ReWritable disc can be rewritten many times See also CD ROM character Any letter number punctuation mark or symbol used by the
195. s you may experience unexpected writing or rewriting errors due to disc quality or problems with hardware devices Also it is a good idea to make two or more copies of important data in case of undesired change or loss of the recorded contents Disclaimer DVD Super Multi drive TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following E Damage to any CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product E Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product or for any business profit loss or business interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the recorded contents W Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or software Given the technological limitations of current optical disc writing drives you may experience unexpected writing or rewriting errors due to disc quality or problems with hardware devices Also it is a good idea to make two or more copies of important data in case of undesired change or loss of the recorded contents User s Manual 4 13 Operating Basics Before writing or rewriting W Based on TOSHIBA s limited compatibility testing we suggest the following manufacturers of CD R RW and DVD R R RW RW RAM disc However in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation quality or performance of any disc Disc quality can affect write or
196. s 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 Safety Instruction Manual 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 Wi Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer If the computer is used for long periods its surface can become very warm While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time 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 E ifthe computer has been used for a long time avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the I O ports It can become hot Wi The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use This condition does not indicate a malfunction If you need to transport the AC adaptor disconnect it and let it cool before moving it E Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat The material could be damaged User s Manual General Precautions Pressu
197. s that enable disable or configure specific features F Some software may disable or interfere with soft key operations Soft key settings are not restored by the Standby feature Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard A CIE coeca CETA gt 3 Ape A 101 key enhanced keyboard layout The keyboard is designed to provide all the features of the 101 key enhanced keyboard shown in the figure above The 101 102 key enhanced keyboard has a numeric keypad and scroll lock key It also has additional Enter and Ctrl 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 5 2 User s Manual The Keyboard 3 ENCEA Eun Press Fn F10 or Fn F11 to access the integrated keypad When activated the keys with gray 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 Ec Press Fn F12 ScrLock to lock the cursor on a specific line The power on default is off eI e Pr
198. s you to use certain keys on the keyboard to perform numeric entry or to control cursor and page movement 0 OCR Optical Character Recognition reader A technique or device that uses laser or visible light to identify characters and input them into a storage device online state A functional state of a peripheral device when it is ready to receive or transmit data 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 Glossary 10 User s Manual Glossary P parallel interface Refers to a type of information exchange that transmits information one byte 8 bits at a time See also serial interface parity 1 The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values integers both of which are either on or off odd or even 0 or 1 2 In serial communications an error detection bit that is added to a group of data bits making the sum of the bits even or odd Parity can be set to none odd or even password A unique string of characters used to identify a specific user The compu
199. ser s Manual Troubleshooting USB Refer also to your USB device s documentation Problem Procedure USB device does not Check for a firm cable connection between the work USB ports on the computer and the USB device Make sure the USB device drivers are properly installed Refer to your Windows XP documentation for information on checking the drivers If you are using an operating system that does not support USB you can still use a USB mouse and or USB keyboard If these devices do not work make sure the USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation item in HW Setup is set to Enabled If problems persist contact your dealer Memory expansion Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices for information on installing memory modules Problem Procedure Beep sounds Make sure the memory module installed in the Two beeps a dash memory slot is compatible with the computer and a dot for a If an incompatible module has been installed defective memory follow the steps below module in slot A 1 Turn off the computer Three beeps a dash Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripheral and two dots for slot B devices When both beeps X 3 Remove the battery pack sound both memories in slot A and B are 4 Remove the memory module defective 5 Install the battery and or connect the AC adaptor 6 Turn on the power If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 17 Troubleshooting Sound system R
200. sking for your confirmation This dialog box will not be displayed in the future when you click the check box in it le Hibernation When you press Fn F4 the computer enters the Hibernation mode Before entering Hibernation a dialog box appears asking for your confirmation This dialog box will not be displayed in the future when you click the check box in it 5 4 User s Manual The Keyboard 1 i au 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 these hot keys for five seconds the selection will return to the internal LCD age Internal LCD screen Brightness Pressing Fn F6 decreases the LCD screen brightness in decrements When you press these hot keys the current setting will be displayed for two seconds by an icon You can also change this setting through the Screen brightness item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver ea Internal LCD screen Brightness Pressing Fn F7 increases the LCD screen brightness in increments When you press these hot keys the current setting will be displayed for two seconds by a pop up icon You can also change this setting through the Screen brightness item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver W The bri
201. software firmware and peripheral components assembled to process data into useful information configuration The specific components in your system such as the terminal printer and disk drives and the settings that define how your system works You use the HW Setup program to control your system configuration control keys A key or sequence of keys you enter from the keyboard to initiate a particular function within a program controller Built in hardware and software that controls the functions of a specific internal or peripheral device e g keyboard controller co processor A circuit built into the processor that is dedicated to intensive math calculations CPS Characters Per Second Typically used to indicate the transmission speed of a printer CPU Central Processing Unit The portion of the computer that interprets and executes instructions CRT Cathode Ray Tube A vacuum tube in which beams projected on a fluorescent screen producing luminous spots An example is the television set cursor A small blinking rectangle or line that indicates the current position on the display screen data Information that is factual measurable or statistical that a computer can process store or retrieve data bits A data communications parameter controlling the number of bits binary digits used to make up a byte If data bits 7 the computer can generate 128 unique characters If data bits 8 the computer can genera
202. software s needs Check the CD DVD s documentation User s Manual 9 11 Troubleshooting Cannot write correctly DVD Super Multi drive Check the type of CD DVD you are using The drive supports DVD ROM DVD ROM DVD Video DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW CD ROM CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA Addressing Method 2 Check the region code on the DVD It must match that on the DVD R RW drive Region codes are listed in the Optical media drives section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour If you have trouble writing make sure you are observing the following precautions W Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA E Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing W Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording E Donotrun or start other software during writing W Do notjar the computer during writing W Do not connect disconnect external devices or install remove internal cards during writing If problems persist contact your dealer For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem You cannot access a CD DVD in the drive Procedure Make sure the drive s disc tray is securely closed Press gently until it clicks into place Check whether the drive power is on If the power is off click on the optical media drive icon in the task tray and turn on the power Open the dis
203. sor password E Create or invalidate a supervisor password token This function in the TOSHIBA Password Utility lets you invalidate only supervisor tokens or all tokens including user and supervisor tokens E Specify restrictions for general users Starting the computer by password If you registered a password there are two ways to start the computer Wi Insert an SD card token before you turn on the computer The computer will start normally without displaying a password prompt E Enter the password manually The password is necessary only if the computer was shut down in boot mode It is not needed in Standby mode To enter a password manually follow these steps 1 Turn on the power as described in Chapter 3 Getting Started The following message will appear in the LCD eS Password 2 Enter the Password 3 Press Enter 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 User s Manual 6 17 Power and Power Up Modes Power up modes The computer has the following power up modes W Boot Computer shuts down without saving data Always save your work before you turn the computer off in boot mode B Hibernation Data in memory is saved to the hard disk B Standby Data is maintained in the computer s memory Refer also to the sections Turning on the power and Turning off the power in Chap
204. ss F1 key to set Date Time Password Problem Cannot enter password Keyboard Procedure The battery for RTC is wearing Set the date and time in BIOS setup with the following steps 1 Press F1 key BIOS setup will boot up 2 Set the date in System Date 3 Set the time in System Time 4 Press End key Confirmation message will appear 5 Press Y key BIOS setup will terminate and the computer will be rebooted Procedure Refer to the TOSHIBA Password Utility section in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration For more information refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard Problem Some letter keys produce numbers Output to screen is garbled Procedure Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not selected Press Fn F10 and try typing again Make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard Remapping involves reassigning the meaning of each key See your software s documentation If you are still unable to use the keyboard consult your dealer 9 7 Troubleshooting Internal LCD display panel Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer s setup Refer to Chapter 7 HW Setup for more information Problem No display Markings appear on the LCD screen Problems above remain unresolved or other problems occur Hard disk drive Problem Computer does not boot from hard disk drive Slow perfo
205. stem Open the Dialing Properties dialog box after selecting region The dialing properties dialog box will be displayed automatically after you select the region Location list for region selection A submenu appears displaying location information for telephony Open dialog box if the modem and Telephony Current Location region code do not match A warning dialog box is displayed if current settings for region code and telephony location are incorrect User s Manual 4 25 Operating Basics Modem Selection If the computer cannot recognize the internal modem a dialog box is displayed Select the COM port for your modem to use Dialing Properties Select this item to display the dialing properties If you are using the computer in Japan the Telecommunications Business Law requires that you select Japan region mode It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection Connecting To connect the modular cable follow the steps below 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 JN E ncase of a lightning storm unplug the modular cable from the telephone jack E 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 computer s modem jack 2 Plug the other end of the modular cable into a telephone jack
206. t 1 15 TOSHIBA Mobile Extension 1 15 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool 1 15 TOSHIBA Power Saver 1 14 TOSHIBA Presentation button 1 11 TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility 1 14 TOSHIBA Theft Registration F 2 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 1 14 TV 8 18 U USB 1 6 location 2 4 problems 9 17 USB floppy disk drive 1 4 problems 9 13 using 4 4 V Video modes B 1 Video RAM 1 3 Volume control 2 1 Ww Wireless communication 4 27 indicator 2 12 4 30 switch 1 10 2 2 4 29 Wireless LAN 1 9 4 27 problems 9 20 User s Manual Index 5 Index Index 6 User s Manual
207. te 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 User s Manual Glossary 5 Glossary delete To remove data from a disk or other data storage device Synonymous 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 a disk and copies it to the computer s memory It also writes data from memory to the disk To accomplish these tasks the unit physically rotates the disk at high speed past a read write head disk storage Storing data on magnetic disk Data is arranged on concentric tracks much like a phonograph record display A CRT LCD or other image producing device used to view computer output documentation The set of manuals and or other instructions written for the users of a computer system or application Computer system documentation typically includes procedural and tutorial information as well as system functions DOS Disk Operating System See operatin
208. ter CD ROM refers to the Slim Select Bay optical media drive User s Manual 7 3 HW Setup 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 Slim Select Bay HDD CD ROM FDD or SD memory card Network LAN boot 1 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 1 W fa supervisor password is set only it is the following B The menu above appear when you use the user password to start the computer able to run HW Setup B The menu above does not appear when you use the user password to start the computer unable to run HW Setup E fthe supervisor and user password are set it is the following B The menu above appear when you use the supervisor and user password to start the computer able to run HW Setup B The menu above does not appear when you use the user password to start the computer unable to run HW Setup B The menu above appear when you use the supervisor password to start the computer unable to run HW Setup W The selection method above does not change the boot priority settings in HW Setup E fyou 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 7 4 User s Manual HW Setup
209. ter 3 Getting Started Windows utilities You can specify the setting in TOSHIBA Power Saver Hot keys You can use hot keys Fn F3 to enter Standby mode and Fn F4 to enter Hibernation Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details Panel power on off You can set up your computer so that power turns off automatically when you close the computer s LCD display panel When you open the computer s LCD display panel power turns on in Standby or Hibernation mode but not in boot mode F If the panel power off function is enabled and you use Shut down Windows do not close the computer s LCD display panel until the shut down function is completed System Auto Off This feature turns the system off automatically if it is not used for a set duration The system shuts down in Standby mode or Hibernation mode in Windows 6 18 User s Manual TECRA M3 Chapter 7 HW Setup This chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer TOSHIBA HW Setup lets you configure settings for General Display Boot Priority Keyboard CPU LAN Device Config Parallel Printer and USB Accessing HW Setup To run HW Setup click start click Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and select TOSHIBA HWSetup HW Setup window The HW Setup window contains the following tabs General Display Boot Priority Keyboard CPU LAN Device Config Parallel Printer and USB There are also three buttons OK
210. ter 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 component interconnect 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 necessary configurations in the computer port The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers Power Saver Utility A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various power saving functions 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 Radio frequency interference RFI shield A metal sh
211. than a week the battery might fail to retain a charge It might not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery pack and the Battery indicator might not indicate a low battery condition 3 After the battery pack is charged avoid leaving the AC adaptor connected and the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time Continuing to charge a fully charged battery pack can damage the battery Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low the Battery indicator 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 Hibernation mode so you don t lose data and automatically turns off T The computer enters Hibernate mode only if Hibernation is enabled in two places the Hibernate tab in Power Options and Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged Procedures To recharge a battery pack while it is installed in the computer connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 15V jack and plug the other end into a working outlet The Battery indicator glows orange when the battery is being charged JN Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or the optional TOSHIBA Battery charger to charge the battery pack Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger User s Manual 6 9 Power and Power Up Mod
212. the Slim Select Bay refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics 8 12 User s Manual Optional Devices Inserting To install the 2nd battery pack in the adaptor follow the steps below 1 Fit the side of the 2nd battery pack opposite the connector into the adaptor 2 Lay the battery into the adaptor The latch should close automatically to secure the 2nd battery pack Inserting the 2nd battery pack in the adaptor Removing To remove the 2nd battery from the adaptor follow the steps below 1 Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow shown below 2 Push the 2nd battery pack up from the bottom and lift it out Latch Removing the 2nd battery pack from the adaptor 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 User s Manual 8 13 Optional Devices Battery charger The battery charger provides a convenient way to charge battery packs without requiring the use of your computer The battery charger holds up to two battery packs lithium ion Hard disk drive pack An extra HDD expands the flexibility of your system and lets you carry your data without carrying the computer 1 Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver Removing the HDD pack To remove the HDD pack follow the steps below 1 Setthe computer to boot mode and turn off the pow
213. the eject button Eject hole Manual release with the eject hole Turn off the power before you use the eject hole If the CD DVD is spinning when you open the disc tray the CD DVD could fly off the spindle and cause injury Writing CDs on DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive Depending on the type of drive installed you may be able to write CDs The DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive lets you write as well as read CD ROMs Observe the precautions in this section to ensure the best performance for writing CDs For information on loading and unloading CDs refer to the Using optical media drives section F E CD R discs can be written to only once CD RW discs can be rewritten many times W When the power of the optical media drive is off the disc tray will not open even if the eject button is pushed Use the optical media drive power icon to turn the power of the optical media drive on Refer to Chapter 1 Special features E Do not turn off the power of the optical media drive while the computer is accessing the drive If you turn off the power you may lose data 4 10 User s Manual Operating Basics Before writing or rewriting Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite the data E We recommend the following manufacturers of CD R and CD RW media Media quality can affect write or rewrite success rates CD R TAIYO YUDEN CO LTD MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd Hitachi Maxell Ltd CD RW
214. the product was purchased E Type of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been designed for operation in the license free 2 4GHz and 5GHz band local radio regulations may impose a number of limitations to the use of wireless communication equipment Refer to the sheet Information to the User for regulatory information that I may apply in your country region User s Manual Wireless LAN Supported Frequency Sub bands R F Frequency W Band 5GHz 5150 5850 MHz Revision A Turbo Mode E Band 2 4GHz 2400 2483 5 MHz Revision B G Turbo Mode Modulation E DSSS CCK DSSS DQPSK DSSS DBPSK Technique Revision B B OFDM BPSK OFDM QPSK OFDM 16QAM OFDM 64QAM Revision A G Turbo Mode The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of the wireless communication Communications at lower transmit range may travel larger distances E The range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high density materials B Range is also impacted due to obstacles in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal Subject to the radio regulations that apply in the countries regions your Wireless LAN card may support a different set of 5 GHz 2 4 GHz channels Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office
215. tifies the Enter key xvi User s Manual Preface 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 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 D Names of windows or icons or text generated by OA ABC 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 JN Pay attention A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment F Please read A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of j your equipment Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions User s Manual xvii Preface xviii User s Manual TECRA M3 General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety minimize strain and withstand the rigor
216. til it clicks into place Check whether the drive power is on If the power is off click on the optical media drive icon in the task tray and turn on the power Open the disc tray and make sure the CD DVD is properly seated It should lie flat with the label facing up A foreign object in the disc tray could block laser light from reading the CD DVD Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the CD DVD is dirty If it is wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Refer to the Media care section in Chapter 4 for details on cleaning The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software s needs Check the CD DVD s documentation Check the type of CD DVD you are using The drive supports DVD ROM DVD ROM DVD Video CD ROM CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA Addressing Method 2 Check the region code on the DVD It must match that on the DVD ROM drive Region codes are listed in the Optical media drives section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 9 Troubleshooting DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem You cannot access a CD DVD in the drive Some CD DVDs run correctly
217. tional memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature 7 6 User s Manual HW Setup Built in LAN This feature enables or disables the Built in LAN Enabled Enables Built in LAN functions Default Disabled Disables Built in LAN functions Device Config Device 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 PCI Express Link ASPM This feature lets you set the PCI Express power saving configuration Enabled Enables power saving when the PCI Express device is not being used Disabled Disables power saving for performance Auto Power saving is enabled when the battery power supply is used and the PCI Express device is not being used Default Parallel Printer Some models are equipped with Parallel Printer tab This tab lets you set the Parallel Port Mode Use the Windows Device Manager to make settings for the Parallel port Parallel Port Mode The options in this tab are ECP and Standard Bi directional ECP Sets the port type to Extended Capabilities Port ECP For most printers the port should be set to EcP Default Standard This setting should be used with some other Bi directional parallel devices User s Manual 7 7 HW Setup USB USB
218. try to prevent it from being stolen You are the owner of a valuable technical device which may be highly attractive to thieves so please do not leave it unattended in a public place To further help protect against theft security cables can be bought for use with your notebook when it is being used at home or in the office Make a note of your computer s machine type model number and serial number and put it in a safe place You will find this information on the underside of your notebook Please also keep the receipt of the computer you purchased pmi o Should your computer be stolen however we ll help you try to find it Before contacting TOSHIBA please prepare the following information which is necessary to uniquely identify your computer Wi n which country was your computer stolen B What type of machine do you have B What was the model number PA number B What was the serial number 8 digits B When wasit stolen i e date B What is your address phone and fax number To register the theft on paper please follow these procedures E Fillin the TOSHIBA Theft Registration form or a copy of it below Wi Attach a copy of your receipt showing where your computer was purchased Wi Either fax or send the receipt and registration form to the address below To register the theft online please follow these procedures E Visit www toshiba europe com on the Internet In the product area choose Computer Systems
219. turn on the computer s power You may not use any copyrighted video or music data copied from a video camera except for your personal enjoyment If you connect disconnect an i LINK device to from another i LINK device that is currently exchanging data with the computer data frames might be dropped Make sure data transfer has ended or turn off the computer before you W Connect disconnect an i LINK device to from the computer W Connect disconnect an i LINK device to from another i LINK device that is connected to the computer 8 20 User s Manual Optional Devices Connecting 1 Make sure the connectors are properly aligned and plug the i LINK IEEE1394 cable into the computer i LINK IEEE1394 connector i LINK IEEE1394 port Connecting the i LINK IEEE1394 cable into the computer 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the device Note the following when you use i LINK E You may need to install drivers for your i LINK devices E Notall i LINK devices have been tested Therefore compatibility with all i LINK devices cannot be guaranteed W Some devices might not support standby or automatic off functions W Do not connect or disconnect an i LINK device while it is using an application or when the computer is automatically shutting it down to save power Data might be destroyed Disconnecting 1 Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar 2 Point to i LINK IEEE1394 device and
220. ual values may differ The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations The Transmit Rate xx Mbit s is the theoretical maximum speed under the IEEE802 11 a b g standard The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed To use the Atheros SuperAG function your client and access point must support the corresponding feature Performance of these functions may vary depending on the format of data transmitted User s Manual 1 9 Introduction Wireless communication switch Slim Select Bay Modules Security Security lock slot Slim Select Bay lock This switch turns the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions on and off Slim Select Bay is a single drive bay that accommodates a CD ROM drive DVD ROM drive DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive DVD Super Multi drive DVD R RW drive secondary hard disk drive or secondary battery pack The TOSHIBA Mobile Extension enables hot insertion of modules when you are using a plug and play operating system Connects an optional security lock to anchor the computer to a desk or other large object Slim Select Bay module can be secured by Slim Select Bay lock fixed with a lock screw in the lock position The lock screw is inserted in the unlock
221. um DVD RAM write 3speed maximum CD read 24 speed maximum CD R write 24 speed maximum CD RW write 10 speed maximum Ultra speed media DVD R iRW drive DVD Dual drive The full size DVD R RW drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD DVDs as well as run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CD DVDs without using an adaptor The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer pmi o edge DVD read 8 speed maximum DVD R write 8 speed maximum DVD RW write 4 speed maximum DVD R write 8 speed maximum DVD RW write 4 speed maximum CD read 24 speed maximum CD R write 24 speed maximum CD RW write 24 speed maximum high speed media 2 16 User s Manual The Grand Tour AC adaptor J The AC adaptor can automatically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz enabling you to use this computer in almost any country region And the adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to this computer To recharge the battery simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source and the computer Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for details The AC adaptor 3 pin plug W The Universal AC Adaptor and power cord bundled with this product may differ depending on the product model Depending on the model a 2 pin plug or 3 pin plug set of the above may be bundled Wi Do not use a 3 pin to
222. un into any part of it Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer Moving the computer The computer is designed for rugged durability However a few simple precautions taken when moving the computer will help ensure trouble free operation Make sure all disk activity has ended before moving the computer Check the HDD and Slim Select Bay indicators on the computer If a CD DVD is in the drives remove it Also make sure the disc tray is securely closed Turn off the power to the computer Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer Close the LCD display panel Do not pick up the computer by its panel Close all port covers Use the carrying case when transporting the computer When carrying your computer be sure to hold it securely so that it does not fall or hit anything Do not carry your computer by holding protruded portions 4 32 User s Manual Operating Basics Heat dispersal J 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 Cooling Method item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver
223. underside of the computer Make sure the display is closed before turning over your computer Battery pack Notches Battery lock Battery release latch Slim Select Bay lock Docking sj Interface Slim Select Bay lock screw i O 00000 0000 n Slim Select Bay O 00000 HDD pack cover x screw The underside of the computer ry Battery lock Slide this lock to release the battery pack for oe removal Battery pack The battery pack powers the computer when the AC adaptor is not connected For detailed information on the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Notches Notches on the computer engage hooks on the Advanced Port Replicator III to hold the connection securely 2 6 User s Manual The Grand Tour Battery release latch Slide and hold this latch to release the battery pack for removal For detailed information on removing the battery packs refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Docking interface This port enables connection of an optional Advanced Port Replicator IIl described in Chapter 8 Optional Devices Keep foreign objects out of the docking interface port A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry A plastic shutter protects the connector Slim Select Bay lock Slide the lock to release or secure the Slim Select Bay module Be sure to lock the Slim Select Bay lock before you tr
224. untry region in which it is used All cords must meet the following specifications Length Minimum 2 meters Wire size Minimum 0 75 mm Current rating Minimum 2 5 amperes Voltage rating 125 or 250 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 Australia AS Japan DENANHO Europe Austria OVE Italy IMQ Belgium CEBEC The Netherlands KEMA Denmark DEMKO Norway NEMKO Finland FIMKO Sweden SEMKO France LCIE Switzerland SEV Germany VDE United Kingdom BSI In Europe two conductors power cord must be VDE type HO5VVH2 F or HO3VVH2 F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type HO5VV F User s Manual AC Power Cord and Connectors For the United States and Canada two pin plug configuration must be a 2 15P 250V or 1 15P 125V and three pin plug configuration must be 6 15P 250V or 5 15P 125V as designated in the U S National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part Il The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U S A and Canada the United Kingdom Australia and Europe USA United Kingdom UL approved BS approved Australia Europe AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency Canada CSA approved E 2 User s Manual TECRA M3 Appendix F If your computer is stolen Always take care of your computer and
225. use DVD RAM discs that can be removed from a cartridge and DVD RAM discs designed without a cartridge You cannot use a disc with a 4 7 GB single sided capacity or 9 4 GB double sided capacity W Other DVD ROM drives for computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD R RW or DVD R RW discs Wi Data written to a CD R DVD R DVD R disc cannot be deleted either in whole or in part E Data deleted erased from a CD RW DVD RW DVD RW and DVD RAM disc cannot be recovered Check the content of the disc carefully before you delete it If multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected be careful not to delete data from the wrong drive E n writing to a DVD R RW DVD R RW or DVD RAM disc some disc space is required for file management so you may not be able to write the full capacity of the disc E Since the disc is based on the DVD standard it might be filled with dummy data if the written data is less than about 1 GB Even if you write only a small amount of data it might take time to fill in the dummy data B DVD RAM formatted by FAT32 cannot be read in Windows 2000 without DVD RAM Driver Software B When multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected be careful not to write to the wrong drive E Be sure to connect the AC adaptor before you write or rewrite Wi Before you enter standby hibernation mode be sure to finish DVD RAM writing Writing is finished if you can eject DVD RAM media E Be sure t
226. vious working environment immediately when you turn on the computer E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System hibernate feature mM You can use the panel power off feature Starting Hibernation You can also enable Hibernation by pressing Fn F4 Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details To enter Hibernation mode follow the steps below 1 Click start 2 Select Turn Off Computer 3 Open the Turn Off Computer dialog box Hibernate is not displayed 4 Press the Shift key The Standby item will change to Hibernate 5 Select the Hibernate Automatic Hibernation The computer will enter Hibernate mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid First however make the appropriate settings according to the steps below 1 Click start and open the Control Panel 2 Open Performance and Maintenance and open Power Options 3 Select the Hibernate window in the Power Options Properties select the Enable hibernation check box and click the Apply button 4 Open TOSHIBA Power Saver 5 Select the Setup Action window 6 Enable the desired Hibernation settings for When I press the power button and When I close the lid T Click the OK button 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 t
227. wer Up Modes Power conditions sleseeeeeeee e n hh hn 6 1 Power indicators 0 0 cece eee eee n hh hm hn 6 4 Battery indICators ssp dee EOS X Ph eee xe eee ele ee ele es 6 4 DC IN INDICATOR PE ET 6 4 PowertlfidICatOr suu e cose eae ed nde eee de wb de ee A meee A eal ROAD 6 5 Battery types ici saec tonne eb chard oth de abe ad gs Dee A A dee onda 6 5 Batten pack ies ce Se heey bates ead sor D CR RR eae awed dee me HRS 6 5 2nd battery pack option 0 0 eee 6 6 Real Time Clock RTC battery 0 0 0 eee eee 6 6 Care and use of the battery pack 2200 eee 6 6 Safety precautions sick eu se PR ee ae RD hee dee se alee Pea a a ede wee 6 7 Charging the batteries oye a eed ee aoe ena 6 9 Monitoring battery capacity 0 eae 6 11 Maximizing battery operating time 0 0 0 0 eee 6 11 x User s Manual Table of Contents Retaining data with power off 0 2 e ee eae 6 12 Extending battery life 2 eae 6 12 Replacing the battery pack 00 0c eee eee 6 13 Removing the battery pack 0 0 0 cect eae 6 13 Installing the battery pack 0 00 cee 6 14 TOSHIBA Password Utility llle 6 15 Userpassword 262 00 pees a eem x pua ede HEP n Ue E Re Ro dee unos 6 15 Supervisor password n sasaa 00 ccc ttt tees 6 17 Starting the computer by password 0 2 0 c eect ee 6 17 Power up modes ise sce as ee ie Se SE ee ee ad Se
228. y but the displayed estimated time remaining will be shorter for the older battery Maximizing battery operating time A battery s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge How long the charge lasts in a battery depends on How you configure the computer for example whether you enable battery power saving options The computer provides a battery save mode which can be set in TOSHIBA Power Saver to conserve battery power This mode has the following options CPU Processing speed Screen brightness Cooling Method System standby System Hibernation Monitor Power off W HDD Power off How often and how long you use the hard disk optical disc and the floppy disk 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 Standby mode conserves battery power if you are frequently turning the computer off and on Where you store your programs and data Closing the LCD display panel when you are not using the keyboard saves power Operating time decreases at low temperatures The condition of the battery terminals Make sure the battery terminals stay clean by wiping them with a clean dry cloth before installing the battery pack User s Manual 6 11 Power and Power Up Modes Retaining data with power off When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries the batteries reta
229. y and press the eject button again 4 Press the extended eject button to pop the card out slightly 5 Grasp the PC card and draw it out PC card Removing the PC card When you do not use a PC card please be sure to insert a Dummy card ExpressCard The computer is equipped with an ExpressCard slot that can accommodate a Type Il card Any ExpressCard that meets industry standards manufactured by TOSHIBA or other vendor can be installed The slot supports hot plug connection This slot utilizes the PCI Express interface that supports the reading and writing of data at data rates bus specification for PC of 2 5 Gbps theoretical value each Inserting an ExpressCard T The ExpressCard slot is located on the left side of the computer Windows hot install feature lets you insert ExpressCard while the computer s power is on Do not insert an ExpressCard while the computer is in standby or hibernation mode Some cards might not work properly To insert an ExpressCard follow the steps below 1 Insert an ExpressCard in the ExpressCard card slot User s Manual 8 3 Optional Devices 2 Press gently to ensure a firm connection Inserting the ExpressCard 3 After inserting the ExpressCard refer to the ExpressCard s documentation and check the configuration in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard To remove the ExpressCard follow the steps below 1
230. y batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements W Do not touch the battery release latch while holding the computer Or you may get injured by the dropped battery pack by unintentional release of the battery release latch 1 Turn the computer s power off 2 Disconnect all cables connected to the computer 3 Close the LCD display panel and turn the computer upside down 4 Insert the battery pack 6 14 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes 5 Secure the battery pack lock Check the battery lock 2 was changed to the lock position 31 oN Battery lock Battery pack Securing the battery cover 6 Return your computer to the upright position TOSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two levels of password security User and Supervisor Passwords set in TOSHIBA Password Utility are different from the J Windows password User password To start the utility point to or click the following items start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Password Utility The user password dialog box contains two main fields User Password and User Token User authentication may be required to validate user rights when using TOSHIBA Password Utility to delete or change passwords or create tokens etc User s Manual 6 15 Power and Power Up Modes User Password field Set button Click this button to register a password of up to 50 characte
231. y performing step 4 If step 4 is not T performed there is a possibility of damaging a keyboard brace 8 Remove two screws securing the keyboard keyboard brace N Removing the keyboard brace and removing two screws Y Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver User s Manual 8 9 Optional Devices 9 Lift up the back of the keyboard rotate it toward you and lay in face down on the palm rest JN W When you move the keyboard forward do not touch the keys Doing so could cause misalignment Hold the keyboard by the sides and lay it gently on the palm rest W The keyboard is connected to the computer by a ribbon cable Be careful not to apply tension to this cable when you lift up the keyboard Do not try to disconnect this cable A Rotate the keyboard 10 One screw of Metal brace which is pressing down the keyboard cable is removed Metal brace is removed Screw Removing the metal brace JN Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems F The slot A is reserved for main memory Use the slot B for expanded L memory If only one card is installed use the slot A 8 10 User s Manual Optional Devices 11 Fit the memory module s connectors into the socket at about a 45 degree angle and push the module down until latches on either side snap into place Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory s

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