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1. Sample inserting the charged battery 12 Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity CAUTION f the battery does not slide into the slot easily move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again Do not force the battery into position 10 Reset the battery release lock to the locked position 11 Turn the computer right side up 12 Reconnect any cables 13 Restart the computer Taking care of your battery The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life Safety precautions gt If the battery pack produces an odor overheats or changes color or shape while it is being used or charged turn off the computer s power immediately and disconnect the power cord from the power socket Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer Do not try to disassemble a battery pack Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery Overcharging will shorten its life and reverse charging could damage it Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object Short circuiting the battery can cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery or the computer Do not incinerate a spent battery as this could cause it to explode and release toxic materials Mobile Computing 1 29 Taking care of your battery
2. DEFINITION Hot swapping is the ability to change PC Cards while the computer is on LA a Expansion Options 1 4 Using PC Cards Inserting a PC Card Before inserting a PC Card read the documentation that came with the card to see if it has any special requirements mA HINT The operating system provides the Card and Socket amp Services software for your PC Card Even if your PC Card comes with its own version of Card and Socket Services you should use the files included in the operating system To install a PC Card 1 Locate the PC Card slot on your computer Inserting a PC Card into the slot Insert the PC Card in the slot When the card is almost all the way into the slot push firmly but gently to ensure a good connection with the computer do not force the card into position Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time remember not to remove a card while it is in use Otherwise you could lose valuable information For example Never remove a hard disk card or CD ROM drive card while the system is accessing the card Expansion Options Using PC Cards Never remove a network card while you are connected to the network Never remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices connected to it are operating DEFINITION SCSI is an acronym for Small Computer Systems AY Interface A single SCSI PC Card enables you to connect several SC
3. Connecting a mouse or a printer For information on attaching a mouse or a printer see Connecting a mouse on page 73 or Connecting a printer on page 74 Using Slim SelectBay modules The Slim SelectBay gives you additional flexibility By inserting and removing Slim SelectBay modules you can configure your computer for the task at hand without having to carry unnecessary components with you when you travel For example any one of several modules can be used in the Slim SelectBay DVD ROM drive This drive can also be used as a standard CD ROM drive CD R RW drive Multi function drive DVD Multi drive gt gt gt HINT Items from this list that did not come with your computer can be purchased separately See the accessories information packaged with your system or visit Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com lt i Expansion Options 1 39 Using Slim SelectBay modules Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay CAUTION Use caution when lifting or turning your computer Failure to do so may result in damage to components such as cables attached to your computer or to the computer itself Turn off the computer You may also hot swap a module in the Slim SelectBay Stop the module by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the module is stopped it is safe to remove Turn the computer upside down and locate
4. This device may not cause harmful interference and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Note that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the authorization to operate this equipment Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized In order to comply with FCC radio frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna 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 NOTE Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 23 Taiwan Article 17 Unless app
5. Is unlit when the battery has discharged the battery is not charging or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet Flashing amber means the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC Adapter D 4 Getting Started Using the main battery NOTE fthe AC power light flashes amber during charging either the main battery is malfunctioning or it is not receiving input from the AC power supply Disconnect the AC cable and remove the main battery pack see Changing the main battery on page 125 for information on replacing the main battery Using the main battery Your computer came with its main battery already installed Before using the main battery to power the computer you must first charge it To charge the main battery leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for at least six hours with the computer turned off After that the main battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer TECHNICAL NOTE The RTC battery does not charge while the L computer is turned off even when AC power is attached The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on For more information about installing or removing the main battery see Changing the main battery on page 125 Getting Started bb Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time For information on connecting device
6. See World Wide Web Wi Fi A trademarked term by the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components World Wide Web www The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting the site See also Internet Index Numerics 101 key keyboard 88 A AC adapter 51 AC power connecting adapter 52 power light 57 accessories devices 138 docking solutions 133 PORT Noteworthy computer lock cable 84 adding memory 58 audio WAV digital wave files 158 features 156 playing 97 Backup or Restore Wizard 95 battery changing 125 charge does not last 195 charge indicator light 53 121 charging 51 conserving power 123 disposal 130 indicator light 57 low charge 122 monitoring power 53 121 not charging 194 power usage mode 124 216 real time clock RTC 117 remaining power 121 removing 125 127 unlocking 126 button power 64 buttons CD Player 98 control 78 primary control 78 secondary control 78 C CD Player control panel 98 CDs inserting 100 202 253 e problem solving 202 channels DMA 190 IRQ 190 checking device properties 192 cleaning the computer 83 click 78 COM port 154 command Turn Off 103 communications network connectio
7. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help NOTE Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer s parallel port monitor port USB port PS 2 port i LINK port and
8. 2 Restore Partition 2 of HOD without changing current partition size al Restore Image to Partition with user specified size Sample TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen Recovering the original factory image recommended GAUTION Recovering a hard disk drive to its factory default setting deletes all partitions on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost Be sure to save your work first 1 Press 1 on the keyboard to recover your hard disk drive to its original factory setting A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery Getting Started 6 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities process Be sure you have saved your work before proceeding 2 Click Yes to begin the recovery Once complete a message displays that the HDD has been recovered 3 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer Recovering the C partition of the HDD without changing the current partition size GAUTION Recovering the C drive to its factory default setting reformats your drive and your information on the recovered drive will be lost Be sure to Save your work first If you have created other partitions for example a D drive those partitions and any information on them will not be affected and remain intact To recover only your C drive 1 Press 2 on the keyboard when the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays A confirmation message appears reminding
9. Charging batteries TECHNICAL NOTE When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to run applications features and devices the recharging of the battery cannot occur Your computer s Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge The main battery light CI glows amber while the battery is being charged and glows green when it is fully charged The battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions gt The battery is extremely hot or cold To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity wait until it reaches room temperature The battery is almost completely discharged Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes Once the battery is fully charged we recommend that you operate your computer on battery power until the battery discharges completely Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real time clock RTC battery The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store your computer s configuration settings When fully charged it maintains this information for up to a month when the computer is powered off 1 2 Mobile Computing Charging batte
10. Ifa battery is leaking or damaged replace it immediately Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery To replace the main battery use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse polarity Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery charger designated as an approved option When you install the battery pack you should hear a click when it is seated properly Do not expose the battery pack to fire The battery pack could explode Maximizing 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 adapter and turn on the computer s power If it does not turn on go to step 4 3 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes If the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged If the battery light flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery go to step 4 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cord to a power outlet The DC IN or AC power light
11. TECHNICAL NOTE To avoid losing any data save your files and then either completely shut down your computer or put it f into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer 1 Save your work 2 Power off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in Using Hibernation on page 108 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down with the front of the computer facing you 1 2 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5 Ifthe battery release lock is in the locked position slide it toward the unlocked position Sample battery release lock 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery 00000000000000000000 Sample battery release latch Mobile Computing 1 21 Changing the main battery Pull the discharged battery out from the back of the computer Sample removing the discharged battery AWARNING l the battery is leaking or its case is cracked put on protective gloves to handle it and discard it immediately following the advice in Disposing of used batteries on page 130 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks 00000000000000000009
12. 242 sn compatibility The extent to which computers programs or devices can work together harmoniously using the same commands formats or language as each other configuration 1 The collection of components that make up a single computer system 2 How parts of the system are set up that is configured controller A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa For example disk drives monitors keyboards and printers all require controllers CPU See central processing unit CPU CPU cache A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs See also cache LI cache L2 cache cursor A symbol that indicates the current position on the screen The shape of the cursor varies depending on the program you re using and what you re doing D default The setting selected by a program when you do not specify an alternative setting device A component attached to the computer Devices may be external outside the computer s case or internal inside the computer s case Printers disk drives and modems are examples of devices device driver A program called a driver that permits a computer to communicate with a device dialog box An on screen window displayed by the operating syste
13. If you set a blank screen saver pressing the Fn F1 key combination to activate instant security will cause the screen to go blank Using the pointing device or any key will make the display s content reappear The Windows operating system log on screen will appear prompting you for a password After typing in the password for the current user press Enter To activate the password feature 1 Click Start Control Panel 2 Click Appearances and Themes 3 Click one of the following Choose a screen saver in the Pick a task section Display in the or pick a Control Panel icon section The Display Properties window appears 4 Ifyou clicked Choose a screen saver the Screen Saver tab has already been selected If it isn t selected click the Screen Saver tab 9 Click the On resume password protected check box we 245 Password security 6 Click OK Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged When the battery is not fully charged even 1f the computer is operating on AC power your display may reappear automatically after a short time To protect your desktop you must set up a screen saver with a password before activating the password feature To set up a password with a screen saver go to Windows XP help for instructions 1 Click Start Help and Support 2 Inthe Search field type password screen saver 3 Press Enter 4 Click the Protect your files with a screen saver passwo
14. The TOSHIBA Button Controls allow you to enable or disable the Toshiba Assist and Internet buttons and the programs associated with them Those buttons are located just above the function keys at the top of the keyboard To access these controls 1 Inthe Toshiba Assist window click TOSHIBA Button Controls The TOSHIBA Controls Properties window appears 1 0 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Controls Properties Select a Program o TOSHIBA Assist button TOSHIBA Assist frd TOSHIBA Presentation button Same Image 1024x768 Restore Defaults Sample TOSHIBA Controls Properties window 2 3 4 5 Check the boxes for the Toshiba Assist button and or the Internet button Click the selected button Under Select a Program make the desired selections Click Apply then click OK TOSHIBA Power Saver The TOSHIBA Power Saver utility enhances your computer s power management capabilities It controls the computer s Power Save profiles which is a series of settings for power management In the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties dialog box you can choose which profile to use change settings for each profile or create your own custom profiles Toshiba Utilities 1 11 TOSHIBA Power Saver To access Power Saver Properties 1 Open the Start menu click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon The TOSHIBA Power Sa
15. s ability to automatically configure itself to work with peripheral devices When capitalized refers to a standard that when followed by a device manufacturer allows a PC to configure itself automatically to work with the device own 249 pointing device Any device such as the TouchPad or a mouse that enables you to move the cursor on the screen port A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device processor See central processing unit CPU program A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer The general classes of programs also called software are operating system application and utility See also operating system application utility properties The attributes of an object or device For example the properties of a file include the file s type size and creation date RAM random access memory Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read By volatile we mean that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer This type of memory is used for your computer s main memory See also memory Compare ROM random access memory See RAM read only memory See ROM reboot See boot restart removable disk A disk that can be removed from a disk drive A diskette is one example of a removable disk resolution A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer
16. 1 5 8 Enhancing Productivity Using audio features Recording sounds An external microphone may be used with other software to record audio sounds and save them as digital audio WAV files on disk A DEFINITION A WAV pronounced wave file is one of the ZI formats for storing sound in files a Va You may also record sounds as WAV files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack TECHNICAL NOTE If you record MP3 files you will only be able to play them on a device capable of playing MP3 files Using a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer 2 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder 4 Sound Sound Recorder E File Edit Effects Help Position Length Positioning 0 00 sec 0 00 sec bar _ Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward Sample Sound Recorder screen Enhancing Productivity 1 DO Using audio features 3 Click the Record button and speak normally into the microphone NOTE You can only record 60 seconds at a time a 4 When you have finished recording click the Stop button P 5 To hear what you just recorded click the Play button 6 To save the file select Save from the File menu NOTE The microphone on your computer might be set to Mute To check this click Start point to All Programs Accessories Enterta
17. 4 Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer Getting Started 69 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media If you need to recover your computer to it s default factory state you can re build the system using your Hard Drive Recovery Utilities To recover your hard disk drive using the utilities burned to CDs or DVDs refer to Creating Recovery CDs DVDs on page 64 Insert the first recovery CD or DVD into your CD DVD drive and power on the computer When the computer powers on the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility Please select the recovery method 1 al Restore Original Factory Image Recommended Advanced User Options Only al Restore Partition of HOD without changing current partition size al Restore Image to C Partition with user specified size Sample TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen Recovering the original factory image recommended CAUTION Recovering a hard disk drive to its factory default setting deletes all partitions on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost Be sure to save your work first 1 Press 1 on the keyboard to recover your hard disk drive to its original factory setting A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery process Be sure you have saved your work before proceeding 170 Getting Started Hard Dr
18. A activity lights are off If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again Turn Off or Shut down command The Turn Off or Shut down commands power off the computer The Windows XP Professional operating system uses Turn Off if you are not connected to a Windows network server domain server It uses Shut down if you are connected to a Windows network server domain server Factors to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down No power is used while the computer is turned off This is the most efficient mode if you will be away from your computer for an extended time Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power When starting up again the system does not automatically open the programs and files you were previously using Restart command Restart is the same as Turn Off or Shut down but automatically powers up the computer Use it when you need to reload the operating system for example to activate changes to system settings 1 0 4 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Hibernation command The Hibernation command powers off the computer but it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk Since Hibernation does not require power to maintain the saved information the system settings are retained indefinitely Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer
19. Fn F4 i pushed Cancel Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Puta check mark next to the desired option 3 Click OK 1 66 Toshiba Utilities Mobile Extension Service Configuration Mobile Extension Service Configuration To adjust the settings for the optional Advanced Port Replicator II use the TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Configuration utility To use the TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Configuration 1 Click Start then Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance 2 Click TOSHIBA Mobile Extension The TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Configuration dialog box appears 3 Under the Mobile Extension Service tab you can select behaviors to enable or disable such as Warm Undock Service and Notification Messages by checking or unchecking the appropriate box TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Cl Ce ae Te _ Mobile Extension Service Display Change Service Select the behaviors you want Warm Undock Service Eject PC and Sleep Service Sleep Mode Standby v Check WakeON Device C Parallel Port Check Notify Message Setting Show undock complete message Show message when AC has been disconnected Sample TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service tab options Toshiba Utilities 1 6 TOSHIBA Assist 4 Under the Display Change Service tab you can set the default display configuration you wish to use when docking the system to the optional Advanced Port Replicator III
20. Norway Portugal Sweden UK mds O OPO O allowed x forbidden To remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for Wireless LAN operation the above 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz channel limitations apply The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current channel of operation If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies as listed above the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country o 1 This device must not be operated in ad hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in the European Community Ad hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and activated a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5 GHz bands This device will operate under the control of the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied by any radar system in the area The presence of nearby radar operation may result in temporary interruption of operation of this device The Access Point s radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for
21. TOSHIBA Mobile Extension a le ae Canin Mobile Extension Service Display Change Service Select the behaviors you want C Display Change Service Sample Display Change Service tab options For more information about expansion devices see Using an expansion device on page 133 TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings To access the control panel 1 Click Start then click All Programs 2 Point to TOSHIBA Assist then click the resulting Toshiba Assist selection The TOSHIBA Assist window appears 1 68 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Taom connect pour commuter bo rebah mone sasiy eee Sample TOSHIBA Assist window The TOSHIBA Assist offers four categories of features Connect Secure Protect amp Fix Optimize Customizing Your Computer The features available in this category are Power Management Mouse Hotkey assignment for detailed information see Fn esse on page 161 Toshiba Hardware Settings Toshiba Button Control ConfigFree CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer Toshiba Utilities 1 69 TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Application Installer Network The Network category features Connectivity Doctor Security The features available in this category are Supervisor password User password TOSHIBA Button Controls
22. device Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you save network settings in profiles ConfigFree profiles are useful for easily switching network settings and devices You can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings If you visit a client company occasionally for example you can set up a profile to match that environment and connect to the network Similarly users who access networks in the office and at home can set up profiles to handle these networking environments A profile contains the currently configured network settings on the computer as well as information about any network devices The following settings can be saved or capture in a profile Internet settings includes LAN settings proxy server settings and the address of a home page that opens automatically when Internet Explorer starts Devices lets you enable or disable settings of wired and wireless network devices infrared devices and set the power status of Bluetooth antennas TCP IP settings includes DHCP IP address subnet mask default gateway DNS server and WINS server settings gt Personal firewall settings for Internet connections Dial up connection settings for the default connection File and printer sharing settings Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 23 ConfigFree Utilities Printer settings for the defaul
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24. safely remove the card Remove the card from the slot The system does not recognize your PC Card Refer to the PC Card documentation lf Something Goes Wrong 205 Resolving a hardware conflict Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can correct many problems A PC Card error occurs Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected If the card is attached to an external device check that the connection 1s secure Refer to the card s documentation which should contain a troubleshooting section Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems The printer will not print Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet turned on and ready online Check that the printer has plenty of paper Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in the tray Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer Run the printer s self test to check for any problem with the printer itself Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in Connecting a printer on page 74 or as shown in the instructions that came with your printer You may have connected the printer while the computer is on Disable Stand By mode turn off the computer and turn off the printer Turn the printer back on make sure it is on line then turn the computer back on Try printing anot
25. using 143 security 169 258 setting hard disk drive passwords 175 setting up computer 49 printer 75 Shut down using 105 Shut down command 103 simultaneous screens 137 Slim Port Replicator 133 Slim SelectBay modules 138 removing module 139 sound problem solving 202 sound system connecting external speakers 1577 speakers connecting external speakers 1577 Standby command 104 111 Standby mode 104 hot key 217 stored data protection 2 System Setup 185 7 taskbar customizing 147 toolbars displaying in a window 152 Toshiba registering computer 50 worldwide offices 211 Toshiba Accessories information 39 40 58 TOSHIBA Button Controls 169 TOSHIBA Console 167 Toshiba Hardware Setup 172 TouchPad using 77 78 traveling tips 131 Turn Off using 105 Turn Off command 103 106 Turn Off methods 106 turning computer on off 56 turning off the computer 81 U Uniform Resource Locator URL 147 Universal Serial Bus USB port 134 URL Uniform Resource Locator 147 USB diskette drive 94 port connection 94 USB compatible diskette drive connecting 135 keyboard 136 connecting 136 mouse connecting 73 printer connecting 74 User password 175 using a file extension 93 utilities Fn esse 161 Hotkey utility 165 V volume control 156 W Web sites 209 Support Online 189 Wi Fi wireless networking 155 Windows Millennium Edition Help 189 Windows XP 259 e Help 188 Help and Support 188 problem solv
26. when you exit the program You do not have to restart your system before they become default settings TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool To access it In the Toshiba Assist double click the Toshiba Hardware icon 1 TOSHIBA HWSetup CPU Boot Priority Keyboard USB LAN General Device Config Parallel Printer Display wa TOSHIBA HW Setup program allows you to configure your computer Setup BIOS Version 1 02 01 19 2005 Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs for the following Choose the desired tab and accompanying options Display Allows you to change various default settings for the built in LCD display Toshiba Utilities 1 13 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup CPU Allows you to set the CPU Frequency Mode to one of Dynamically Switchable Always High or Always Low Boot Priority Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button then quickly pressing the F12 key or the right or left arrow keys Select the boot device by pressing the right or left arrow keys then pressing the Enter key NOTE _ oince the system is a quick booting system you must press the arrow keys immediately after pressing the power button USB A
27. 2 1 Keyboard hot keys F8 Fn F10 __ Fn Fn Spacebar This hot key informs you when the Wireless antenna on off switch is in the off position No message appears when the Wi Fi antenna on off switch is in the on position This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off This hot key switches screen or video modes Appendix B Power Gord Cable Connectors Your computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord cable connectors for various parts of the world USA and Canada United Kingdom 0 UL approved CSA approved BS approved Australia Europe CY 0 VDA approved AS approved NEMKO approved 222 Appendix C Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks The ConfigFree utilities include the following Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor utility is used to analyze network connections and fix networking problems with your notebook computer For more information see Connectivity Doctor on page 225 Search fo
28. A virtual map appears with a graphical representation of the wireless devices that have been detected NOTE Search for Wireless Devices can also be started from the ConfigFree Launcher For Wi Fi networks the intensity of a signal is displayed in five levels or bands The signal from the connected access point is displayed in the bands surrounding the PC icon at the center of the map Placing the pointer over the displayed point of light shows detailed information about the wireless device NOTE The wireless device shown near the center of the map Is not necessarily near your notebook computer If a wireless device located a distance away also has a strong signal it appears near the center of the map as well Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 229 ConfigFree Utilities Sample viewing Wi Fi devices The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices that are detected As with the Wi Fi screen moving the mouse pointer over a device icon displays information about the device Sample viewing Bluetooth devices You can connect to devices shown on the Bluetooth map 230 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Click the icon of a Bluetooth device Click your own computer at the center of the map Configured devices are automatically connected Devices not yet configured launch the Add New Connection Wizard where you can configure and connect to the
29. Basics 1 0 Using Turn Off or Shut down Current power sourcelAL power Battery iemareng 100 Standby Lite Time 67 r 7 Lite under Hibemation Time 27 days amp anus See When press the power buiton Shat down When clone the bd A Hbamaie Prompt for patswoed whan computer resumes from standby w CO Enasbe Disable R ri Hy Low battery alarm F Cica battery alarm D 10 i Notification method ES Mesage Message Achon alte alarm Mr No acon Hiemate Run program m Omable Disable Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 5 Select the options you want from the drop down lists When I press the power button Set this option to Shutdown if you want the computer to turn off when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Shutdown if you want the computer to turn off when you close the display panel Click Apply Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window then close the Control Panel 1 08 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down To start the computer up again press and release the power button the on off light changes to green Using Hibernation Enabling the Hibernation command Hibernation is a default setting If it should become disabled you can enable it as follows 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Click Pe
30. E LEE EEE al am A Keyboard overlay keys The keys with numbers and symbols on them form the numeric and cursor overlay This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10 key keypad on a full size keyboard Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys To turn the numeric overlay on press Fn and F11 simultaneously The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on To turn off the numeric overlay hold down the Fn key and press F11 again The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out Using the overlay for cursor control To turn the cursor control overlay on press Fn and F10 simultaneously The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on Learning the Basics 01 Saving your work To turn off the cursor control overlay hold down the Fn key and press F10 again The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out Saving your work Before you turn off the computer save your
31. Internet Explorer For more information about changing your desktop style enter desktop in the Help and Support Index Choosing a style To select desktop and browsing style options 1 Open the Start menu and select My Computer 2 Select the Tools menu then click Folder Options The Folder Options dialog box appears 1 50 Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop Folder Options General View File Types Se RLSM lc Tasks Show common tasks in folders Browse folders Open each folder in the same window Open each folder in its own window Click items as follows Single click to open an item point to select Double click to open an item single click to select Restore Defaults Sample Folder Options dialog box 3 Click the preferred options 4 Click Apply then OK Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop you can also display a Web page in an individual window If you subscribe to the Web page it can be automatically updated on a regular basis For example using this Web integration feature you can monitor weather game scores stock prices or headlines all in the window of your choice Enhancing Productivity 1 D Personalizing your desktop Customizing window toolbars You can display one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window As you browse the operating system detects the kind of information prese
32. PC Card checklist 203 CIS Card Information Structure 203 errors 205 hot swapping 140 installing 141 modem default 154 not recognized 204 problem solving 202 203 removing 142 slot 140 PC Card slot 140 playing audio 97 port external diskette drive 94 ports expansion 134 LAN 133 RGB monitor 133 Universal Serial Bus 134 power computer will not start 184 connecting cable to AC Adapter 51 energy saving features 115 Power Saver settings 171 preset usage modes 123 problem solving 194 turning on the power 56 power button 64 power cable connectors 222 power off guidelines 81 power source connecting 51 power usage modes changing 124 preset 123 powering down the computer 102 111 options 102 precautions 46 primary control button 78 printer connecting 74 problem solving 205 206 setting up 75 printing a file 93 problem solving AC power 194 accessing disk drives 185 battery charge does not last 195 battery not charging 194 cannot access DVD ROM or multi function drive 201 cannot insert diskette in drive 200 cannot read a diskette 200 changing display properties 197 checking device properties 192 compact discs not running correctly 202 computer will not power up 184 contacting Toshiba 208 209 corrupted damaged data files 200 257 e Device Manager 191 disabling a device 191 192 disk drive is slow 199 display is blank 196 DVD ROM multi function drive tray does not eject 201 external di
33. Power Saver icon Click the Setup Action tab Configure the Alarm settings to suit your needs Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors such as How the computer is configured How much you use the display panel instead of an external monitor How much you use the hard disk and other drives Whether you use any optional devices to which the battery supplies power Where you are working since operating time decreases at low temperatures Toshiba s power saving options greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before having to recharge the main battery Toshiba has combined these options into several preset power usage modes 1 2 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Setting a power usage mode 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Click Performance and Maintenance Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears J TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties a gt Curent power source AC power Battery remaining 100 ma Standby Life Time hours m Life under Hibemation Time 27 days Profile Setup Items Setup for Effective Use A L Screen brightness Xk Level 8 High Power CPU control method Oduto Hold Normal CPU process speed Level 7 DVD Playback Cooling Method Maximum Performance Setu
34. Start then click All Programs point to Accessories and System Tools and click Disk Defragmenter 200 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Your data files are damaged or corrupted Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures Many software packages automatically create backup files You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software which is available from your dealer Some programs run correctly but others do not This is probably a configuration problem If a program does not run properly refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs A diskette will not go into the external diskette drive You may already have a diskette in the drive Make sure the drive is empty You may be inserting the diskette incorrectly Hold the diskette with the hub side facing down and insert it so that the metal head window cover goes into the drive first The metal cover or a loose label may be obstructing the path into the drive Carefully inspect the diskette If the metal cover is loose replace the diskette If the label is loose replace the label and try inserting the diskette again The computer displays the Non system disk or disk error message If you are starting the computer from a diskette the diskette in the drive does not have the files necessary to start the computer Replace it with a bootable diskette The drive cannot re
35. at preset intervals See your software documentation for details OV 36 Learning the Basics Computing tips Back up your files to disks or other removable storage media on a regular basis Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place If your hard disk suddenly fails you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy Use Error checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and improve performance Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette email or download from the Internet Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive motion injuries and eyestrain Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk the drive or both Before turning off the computer use the Turn off computer command or Standby command See Powering down the computer on page 102 to learn more about Standby NOTE The operating system records information such as your desktop setup during its shutdown procedure If you do not let the operating system shut down details such as new icon positions may be lost Learning the Basics S Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer s keyboard contains character keys control keys function keys and special Windows keys p
36. begin charging immediately Leave the AC adapter and power cord cable connected wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is charging If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes let the computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20 minutes before you turn on the computer lf Something Goes Wrong 1 O5 Resolving a hardware conflict If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes the battery may have reached the end of its useful life Try replacing it The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery it may not charge fully Let the battery discharge completely then try charging it again Check the power options using the Power Management utility Have you added a device such as a PC Card or memory module that takes its power from the battery Is your software using the hard disk more Is the display power set to turn off automatically Was the battery fully charged to begin with All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts After a period of time the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced This is normal for all batteries To purchase a new battery pack see your accessories information or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information regularly check the Toshiba Web site at accesso
37. cache and faster than main memory See also cache CPU cache LI cache LAN local area network A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with any other on the network liquid crystal display LCD A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels When an electric current passes through the electrodes the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it A filter over the electrodes permits only non polarized light to pass to the surface of the display creating light and dark pixels load To move information from a storage device such as a hard disk into memory for processing Glossary 2 4f local area network See LAN logical drive A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive A system s logical drives may differ from its physical drives For example a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives megabyte MB A unit of data equal to 1 048 576 bytes 1024 x 1024 bytes See also bytes memory Typically refers to the computer s main memory where programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily such as RAM or it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently such as
38. connection to the wired LAN 1s re established To use the Automatic Switch feature 1 Right click the icon in the system tray 2 Click Auto Switch The Auto Switch dialog box appears 3 Check Enable Wireless when cable disconnect occurs Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 235 Semi Automatic Switch Feature 4 Click OK NOTE If your computer is connected to multiple wireless LAN devices the Auto Switch SSID feature is disabled To enable this feature only one wireless LAN device can be used Semi Automatic Switch Feature The Semi Automatic feature alerts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier SSID stored in a profile When the computer connects to the designated SSID a notification window appears You can then click this window to connect using the settings specified in the profile To use the Semi Automatic Switch feature 1 Z 3 4 Right click the icon in the system tray Click Auto Switch The Auto Switch dialog box appears Select the Auto Switch SSID tab Select the profile to be automatically selected when the SSID is detected then click Add The profile is moved to the List of target SSIDs and profiles Repeat the previous step for each additional profile you want to select Select Automatically switch profiles when connected to this SSID Check Automatically switch profile when connected to this SSID Click OK 236 Using ConfigFree with
39. double click To press a TouchPad control button or mouse button rapidly twice In the Windows operating system this refers to the left TouchPad control button or mouse button unless otherwise stated double density diskette A 3 5 inch diskette that can hold up to 720 KB of information half the capacity of a high density diskette See also diskette high density diskette download 1 In communications to receive a file from another computer through a modem or network 2 To send font data from the computer to a printer See also upload drag To hold down a TouchPad control button or mouse button while moving the cursor to drag a selected object In the Windows operating system this refers to the left TouchPad control button or mouse button unless otherwise stated driver See device driver 244 oo DVD An individual digital versatile or video disc See also DVD ROM DVD ROM digital versatile or video disc read only memory A very high capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data Each DVD ROM can hold as much data as several CD ROMs Compare CD ROM F emulation A technique in which a device or program imitates another device or program enable To turn on a computer option See also disable executable file A computer program that is ready to run Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files Names of executable files usually en
40. for more information Card Information Structure When you insert a PC Card into a slot the computer attempts to determine the type of card and the resources it requires by reading its Card Information Structure CIS Sometimes the lf Something Goes Wrong 203 Resolving a hardware conflict CIS contains enough information for you to use the card immediately Other cards must be set up before you can use them Use the Windows XP PC Card PCMCIA Wizard to set up the card Refer to your Microsoft documentation for more information or refer to the documentation that came with the PC Card Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to support their cards Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing the PC Card If your system does not have built in drivers for your PC Card and the card did not come with an operating system driver it may not work under the operating system Contact the manufacturer of the PC Card for information about using the card under the operating system PC Card checklist Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot See Using PC Cards on page 140 for information about how to insert PC Cards Make sure all cables are securely connected Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control If another PCMCIA equipped computer is available try the card in that machine If the card malfunctions again it m
41. i LINK port In addition to high speed the i LINK port also supports isochronous data the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real time such as video devices As with USB ports the i LINK port supports both Plug and Play automatic configuration and hot swapping the ability to connect and disconnect devices while the computer is on Chapter 5 Enhancing Productivity In this chapter you will explore other features of your notebook computer Windows XP special features The Windows XP Professional operating system offers you several new features and enhancements including New system file protection A system restore function allowing you to rollback the system to its previous mode An improved help center support automation and automatic Windows operating system update Wizards to simplify setting up your home network Ability to share one Internet connection among multiple PCs An automatic discovery feature that allows your computer to detect new and intelligent devices 146 Enhancing Productivity 1 4f Personalizing your desktop Personalizing your desktop Your desktop is your virtual workspace This section explains how to customize its features for the way you like to work You can customize the following aspects of the desktop Taskbar which resources to display for quick access Web cont
42. microphone jack Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Contact either o Toshiba s Support Website at pcsupport toshiba com Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre Within the United States at 800 457 7777 Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 Industry Canada requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conform a la norme NMB 003 du Canada FCC requirements The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47 Part 68 and refers to internal modems This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains among other information the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number REN for this equipment If requested the information must be provided to the telephone company The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ1 1C A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network mus
43. mouse button Disabling or enabling the TouchPad The TouchPad is enabled by default To change the enable disable TouchPad setting 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware Getting Started 19 Using the Toshiba Assist button 3 Click the Mouse icon The Mouse Properties window appears 4 Click the TouchPAD ON OFF tab The TouchPAD ON OFF tab view window appears 5 Select Disable or Enable whichever is appropriate 6 Click Apply 7 Click OK The Mouse Properties window closes 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window 9 Close the Control Panel window NOTE The Fn F9 shortcut can be used to enable or disable the TouchPad see Hot Keys on page 213 Using the Toshiba Assist button o The Toshiba Assist button the left hand button located to the left of the keyboard activates the Toshiba Assist This gives you quick access to some common functions You can change the function of this button so that it performs other operations if you desire 80 Getting Started Using the Toshiba Assist button t TOSHIBA Assist 2 A B ConfigFree Atheros Client Toshiba Connectiv Utility Applicati You can connect your computer to network more easily Sample TOSHIBA Assist screen To reprogram the TOSHIBA Assist button 1 Click Start then Control Panel then Printer
44. place to work Arms and wrists Avoid bending arching or twisting your wrists Keep them in a relaxed neutral position while typing Exercise your hands wrists and arms to improve circulation AWARNING Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in discomfort and possible injury If your hands wrists and or arms bother you while typing stop using the computer and rest If the discomfort persists consult a physician Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities If possible schedule a variety of tasks into your working day Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency Take frequent breaks to change position stretch your muscles and relieve your eyes A break of two or three minutes every half hour is more effective than a long break after several hours Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods Intersperse such activities with other tasks Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods can cause eyestrain Look away from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least thirty seconds A CAUTION Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes 46 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Other precau
45. than restoring it from memory When you start up again the computer runs a self test loads the operating system and then returns to the state in which you left it Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation While in Hibernation mode the computer uses no battery power Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk no data is lost if the battery discharges while the computer is in Hibernation mode When starting up again this choice uses less time and battery power than the Turn Off or Shut down option But it uses a little more time and battery power to start up than the Standby option because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of from memory gt On restarting the computer returns to the state in which you left it and opens all the programs and files you were using Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a power saving mode Standby stores the current state of the computer in memory so that when you restart the computer you can continue working from where you left off Factors to consider when choosing Standby While in Standby mode the computer uses some battery power If your computer is left in Standby mode for an extended period your computer could lose data Learning the Basics 1 05 Using Turn Off or Shut down When starting up again this choice uses less time and battery power than either Turn Off Shut down or Hibernatio
46. the Play Pause button on the CD Player control panel To stop the CD click the Stop button A CAUTION Before using headphones to listen to an audio CD turn the volume dial down Playing the CD with the volume set too high could damage your ears Playing DVDs If you are using a DVD ROM drive or multi function drive you can watch DVD movies using the InterVideo WinDVD application Using Windows Explorer browse to the C Toshiba WinDVD folder and double click the Setup exe file Learning the Basics Q Playing DVDs CO TECHNICAL NOTE Your DVD ROM or multi function drive is set to play region 1 North America DVD ROMSs If you play a DVD disc from another region the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other region The drive will allow you to change regions four times On the fourth change the region will be locked in That is the drive will only play DVDs from that last region Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes NOTE For optimum DVD performance it is recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on AC power In addition your computer s Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level setting for DVD playback Inserting a disc CAUTION Before playing an audio CD turn the volume down Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your ears To turn the volume down ac
47. the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas Caution Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment s Ringer Equivalence Number REN and an explanation notice similar to the following The Ringer Equivalence Number REN of this device can be found on the label affixed to your computer NOTICE The Ringer Equivalence Number REN assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5 3 The standard connect
48. the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters amp and Typically a file name also has an extension consisting of a period and up to three additional characters n a MS DOS file names are not case sensitive and must not contain spaces Learning the Basics 93 Printing your work Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format For example Microsoft Word saves files with a doc extension Any file name with an extension of doc is assumed to be a Microsoft Word file Creating your own extension is usually unwise since the program is unlikely to recognize a strange extension and may refuse to handle your file correctly HINT By default the Windows XP operating system does not show file extensions For information on showing or hiding file extensions see your Windows XP online help Printing your work Verify that the Windows XP operating system is set up for your printer as described in Connecting a printer on page 74 Va To print a file TECHNICAL NOTE You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it If you use more than one printer or are changing printers you will need to set up the operating system to run with the additional printer s 1 If your printer is not on turn it on now 2 Open the File menu of your
49. to create the Recovery Media prior to deleting the Hard Drive recovery partition Click on the OK button to continue with the process of deleting the Hard Drive recovery partition Otherwise please click on the Cancel button cone Sample Delete Hard Disk Recovery Utility screen 2 Click OK to continue 3 When the following warning screen displays click OK to confirm After the Delete Hard Disk Recovery Utility has completed it assigns the appropriate drive letter for example E drive for the extra space and formats the drive Bi Delete Hard Disk Recovery Utility Are you sure that you want to delete the Hard Disk Recovery Partition Sample Delete Hard Disk Recovery Utility confirmation screen Getting Started 13 Connecting a mouse Installing drivers and applications The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer To reinstall drivers and applications 1 nan AeA U N Double click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on the Windows desktop You can also launch the application by clicking Start All Programs then Hard Disk Recovery Utilities Click Next Click the item s you want to install Click Install Follow the on screen prompts to complete the installation process Connecting a mouse You may want to use a USB compatible mouse instead of the TouchPad the computer s bui
50. use light stops glowing and all external peripheral cables are disconnected CAUTION Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back where the ports are located Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional PORT Noteworthy computer lock cable Sample PORT Noteworthy computer lock cable To secure the computer 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object Pass the locking end through the loop W 3 _ Insert the cable s locking end into the security lock slot on your computer then engage the locking device The computer is now securely locked Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter lists computing tips and provides important information about the system s basic features Computing tips Save your work frequently Your work stays in the computer s temporary memory until you save it to the disk If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect or your battery runs out of charge while you are working you will lose all work since you last saved See Saving your work on page 91 for further information HINT Some programs have an automatic save feature which you can turn on This feature saves your file to the hard disk
51. user passwords in System Setup 1 Click Start then click Shutdown and click OK The computer shuts down Hold down the Esc key and press and hold the power button until the on off light on the system indicator panel illuminates green for approximately one second When the following message appears on the screen Check system Then press F1 key press F1 The System Setup screen appears Press H to move to tte HDD PASSWORD section on the screen Press the spacebar to select Master User password mode Toshiba Utilities 1 19 Hard disk drive passwords Press the down arrow key to move to the Master Password section You must register a Master Password first Press the spacebar then type a password of 1 to 16 characters and press Enter You may use any combination of letters and numbers in your password When System Setup prompts you to verify the password type it again and press Enter If the two passwords match System Setup displays Registered for both User and Master passwords If the two passwords do not match an error message appears Repeat steps 6 and 7 to enter the password again Press End to save the change When System Setup prompts you to confirm your change Press Y Changing the master and user passwords in System Setup To change the master and user passwords in System Setup 1 Click Start then click Shutdown and click OK The computer shuts down Hold down the Esc key a
52. your finger forward on the TouchPad To move the cursor to the bottom of the page drag your finger toward yourself To move the cursor to the right side of the page slide your finger across the TouchPad from left to right 8 Getting Started Using the TouchPad To move it to the left side slide your finger from right to left NOTE Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad in the preferred direction Once you ve positioned your cursor you can double tap the TouchPad or click the buttons to open a program or file or to get information about an icon Primary and secondary control buttons When you want to click or choose an item use the TouchPad to move the pointer cursor to the item Once the pointer cursor is positioned you can double tap the TouchPad or click the buttons to open a program or file or to get information about an icon The control buttons are adjacent to the TouchPad and are used like the buttons on a mouse The primary control button is the left one and corresponds to the left mouse button To double click press the primary button twice in rapid succession The function of the secondary button depends on the program you are using It usually corresponds to the right mouse button Check your program s documentation to find whether it uses the secondary
53. F Protection of Stored Data For your important data please make periodic back up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures alteration or loss of the data IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is not designed for any critical applications Critical applications means life support systems medical applications 3 connections to implanted medical devices commercial transportation nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage ACCORDINGLY TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION YOU AND NOT TOSHIBA ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information
54. O NIS sorse ee 164 Hotkey utility 2 165 Mobile Extension Service Configuration 166 TOSHIBA ASSISt oc ccc cece eccceseeseseesesteeesenenens 167 Customizing Your Computer 168 NetWork ceetecatees toeceecectestaseataasectaesateantonneeencse 169 DC CUE snc asisesteaseccustiann ceasnaeedescetetesusedesaoenieesos 169 TOSHIBA Button Controls ienen 169 TOSHIBA Power SaV f ene 170 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 172 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility een 174 Hard disk drive passwords 175 setting a hard disk drive user only password in System Setup sen 176 Deleting or changing a hard disk drive user only password in System Setup 177 setting a hard disk drive master and user password in System Setup 178 3 4 Contents Changing the master and user passwords in System SetU reanna 179 Deleting the hard disk drive master and user passwords in the System Setup 180 Chapter 7 If Something Goes Wrong 6 182 Problems that are easy to fiX ccc 182 Problems when you turn on the computer 184 The Windows operating system is not working 186 Using Startup options to fix problems 186 Internet problems sereen 188 The Windows XP operating system can MEID VOU an 188 Resolving a hardware conflict 189 A plan of action ccce 189 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own 190 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 191 Memory problems ccce 193 Power and the
55. OF THE FOREGOING TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES WHETHER BASED ON TORT CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF Trademarks Port g and Noteworthy are registered trademarks FreedomWare and SmartMedia are trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc and or Toshiba Corporation 2 Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries DirectX Active Desktop DirectShow and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation Wi Fi is a registered trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance Dolby Manufactured by Toshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics Inc All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Computer disposal information This product contains mercury Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental consideration
56. OM oen teem eseesnantaeesedccnts 93 Connecting an optional external diskette drive 94 Backing Up yOuUr WOFk ccccccccccrerrrn 95 Restoring your WOTK eesssesssrrrserrrrreserrrrrrreerens 96 Backing up your files cern 96 Restoring your WOTK sesser 97 Pe VIG AUGI ses canctess tecoscenteiessdaantrentazavasseustececeatanee 97 Plavno DVDS cerren 98 Inserting a CISC ceee 99 Removing a disc with the computer on 100 Removing a disc with the computer off 101 Caring for CDs and DVDS eee eee 101 Powering down the computet ccccceeeee 102 Turn Off or Shut down command 103 Restart command eccerre 103 Hibernation command isssccccsccccecerern 104 Standby COMMANA seeren 104 Using Turn Off or Shut down eee eee 105 Turning off more Quickly ccce 106 starting again after Turn Off or Shut down 108 Using Hibernation cecene 108 Enabling the Hibernation comman4d 108 Going into Hibernation Mode secese 109 Contents 37 Going into Hibernation mode more quickly 110 Starting again from Hibernation 000 110 Using StandDy acccorsnccsactenscasencanasqnceaancanesennennsaece 111 Going into Standby mode more quickly 112 Starting again from Standby ee 114 Chapter 3 Mobile Computing 115 Toshiba s energy Saver design ccceeeeeeeeeeees 115 Running the computer on battery power 115 Battery Notice 0 ccc cssssssseeees
57. OTE You may attach the optional external USB L diskette drive while the computer is on or off If you attempt to access the drive when it is not attached to the computer you will receive an error message To attach the optional external USB diskette drive cable to a USB port on either the computer or the optional Advanced Port Replicator II gently push the connector into the USB port 1 36 Expansion Options Using an external keyboard Attaching the optional diskette drive cable to one of the computer s USB ports Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a standard keyboard you can attach one to a USB port on the computer or on the optional Advanced Port Replicator III provided the keyboard is USB compatible Connecting a keyboard You can connect a USB keyboard while the computer is on To connect the keyboard to the computer or the optional Advanced Port Replicator HI gently push the keyboard cable into the USB port Using an external monitor If you prefer to use an external monitor you can attach one to your computer s RGB monitor port or to the RGB monitor port on the optional Advanced Port Replicator III Connecting the monitor 1 If you are connecting the monitor to your computer or to the optional Advanced Port Replicator III and the Expansion Options 1 3 Using an external monitor replicator is connected to your computer turn off the computer Note Make sure the c
58. ROM A computer s main memory is RAM See RAM ROM microprocessor See central processing unit CPU MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface A standard for connecting musical instruments synthesizers and computers The MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a form computers can use and vice versa modem Short for modulator demodulator A device that converts information from digital to analog and back to digital enabling information to pass back and forth between digital computers and analog telephone lines motherboard The main circuit board in the computer It contains the processor memory and other primary components MS DOS prompt See system prompt multimedia A combination of two or more media such as sound animation and video in a computer program or presentation multi function drive A DVD drive that can read and write to CD and DVD media Musical Instrument Digital Interface See MIDI network A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices such as printers with other users and to exchange electronic mail 248 om non interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen Compare interlaced non system disk A disk for storing prog
59. Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue lf the computer hangs up when you turn it on perform the following Press the power button and hold it down for at least ten seconds then turn the power on again 4 Ifthe computer is on click Start Turn off computer The Turn off computer window appears 5 Click Turn Off The operating system turns off the computer 6 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer including the AC adapter cord cable 7 Remove the battery see Removing the battery from the computer on page 125 8 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory slot cover to the memory slot 60 Getting Started Adding memory optional Memory Slot cover 00000000000 LJ 000000000000 00 00000000000000000000 Base of the computer 9 Loosen the screw that secures the memory slot cover then remove the memory slot cover 00000000000000000000 aN e Loosening the memory slot cover screw 10 Place the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later Getting Started 61 Removing a memory module static electricity can damage the memory module Before you handle the module touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up To avoid damaging the me
60. SI devices to your computer at the same time Before removing a PC Card stop it by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray Removing a PC Card 1 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray PC Card eject button PC Card eject button 2 Press the PC Card eject button once to extend it then press it again to remove the card The PC Card pops out about an inch as T LA Removing the PC Card from the slot Expansion Options 1 43 Using a Secure Digital SD card 3 Grasp the edges of the PC Card and carefully slide it out of the slot Using a Secure Digital SD card Your computer supports the use of an SD media card Inserting an SD card Important Do not use the Copy Disk function for SD cards In order to copy data from one SD card to another use the following procedure 1 Format the target SD card in the same format as the source SD card 2 Insert the source SD card 3 Create a temporary folder on the hard disk drive 4 Copy the contents of the source SD card into the temporary folder you created in step 3 5 Remove the source SD card 6 Insert the target SD card created in step 1 7 Copy the file contents from the temporary folder to the target SD card 8 Ejec
61. TE You must have a least one memory module installed for the computer to work 1 Q 4 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cord cable or from the system batteries main battery and real time clock RTC battery Power problems are interrelated For example a faulty AC adapter or power cord cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries Here are some typical problems and how to solve them The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adapter and power cord cable Make sure the AC adapter and power cord cable are firmly plugged into both the wall outlet and the computer If the AC power light still does not come on check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance The AC adapter and power cord cable work correctly but the battery will not charge The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power Try turning off the computer The main battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer Turn off the computer remove the battery clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth if necessary and replace the battery The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly If you think this is the probable cause let the battery reach room temperature and try again If the battery has completely discharged it will not
62. TOSHIBA Portege 5100 Series User s Guide If you need assistance Toshiba s Support Website pcsupport toshiba com Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States 800 457 7777 Calling from outside the United States 949 859 4273 For more information see If Something Goes Wrong on page 182 in this guide PMAD00035011 02 05 NO WARNING Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Model Port g 100 Series ReWritable CD DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and or DVD drive s among the most advanced data storage technologies available As with any new technology you must read and follow all set up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and or manuals enclosed If you fail to do so this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS PROFITS PROGRAMS DATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREO
63. Web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or pcsupport toshiba com in the United States for more information Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health The products with Bluetooth wireless technology like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature 2 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 gt Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board airplanes or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the
64. Windows program and click Print The program displays a Print dialog box Q 4 Learning the Basics Connecting an optional external diskette drive General Dptions Select Printer Ro gt Add Printer Fax Printer Status Ready C Print to file Location Comment Find Printer Page Range all Number of copies 1 3 Pages q Enter either a single page number or a single page range For example 5 12 Sample Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters For example the range of pages and number of copies to print 4 Click Print Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations such as creating a password service diskette require a diskette drive designed for use with 3 5 inch diskettes Sample optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive connect the cable to one of the USB ports Learning the Basics O5 Backing up your work Backing up your work To back up several files at one time use the Backup or Restore Wizard You can choose the files and the type of backup you want to perform 1 Connect the backup device to your computer as shown in the manufacturer s instructions 2 Click Start All Programs Accessories System Tools Backup The Backup or Restore Wizard window appears Backup or Restore Wizard Welcome to the Backup or Restore Wizard This wizard helps you back up or restore the files and se
65. YDA1305 The following restrictions apply Do not disassemble or modify the device Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device 20 DVD ROM multi function drive safety instructions yWyVfeya 9 The DVD ROM and multi function drives employ a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Never attempt to disassemble adjust or repair a CD DVD drive CD RW drive Multi drive or any other optical drive You could damage the drive You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards resulting in serious injury Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider if any repair or adjustment is required Location of the required label Sample shown below Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary Product is certified by the manufacturer to comply with DHHS rules 21 CFR sub chaper J applicable at the date of manufacture MANUFACTURED Toshiba Corporation 1 1 Shibaura 1 Chome Minato Ku Tokyo 105 0061 Japan CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 TNA This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASSER KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUCT To use this model properly read the user s guide carefully and keep it for your future reference Never attempt to disassemble adjust or repair a CD DVD drive CD RW driv
66. a live wall outlet for several hours For more information see Power and the batteries on page 194 The computer displays the Non system disk or disk error message Make sure there is no diskette in the diskette drive If there is one remove it and press any key to continue If pressing any 1 86 lf Something Goes Wrong The Windows operating system is not workin p 8 SY 8 key does not work press Cirl Alt and Del to restart the computer For more information see The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the external diskette drive on page 185 The Windows operating system is not working Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly For example The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears gt The operating system takes a long time to start gt The operating system responds differently from the normal routine gt The screen does not look right Problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device If you experience any of these problems use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly you may have to change your system s c
67. able in 802 11a and Turbo Mode 802 11b 2 4 GHz Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA 19 Europe Restrictions for use of 2 4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT BIPT is required Registration to IBPT BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m For registration and license please contact IBPT BIPT Voor priv gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT IBPT nodig voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT IBPT nodig Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT Dans le cas d une utilisation priv e l ext rieur d un b timent au dessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est n cessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m Pour une distance sup rieure 300m un enregistrement aupr s de I IBPT est requise Pour les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter l IBPT Deutschland License required for outdoor installations Check with reseller for procedure to follow Anmeldung im Outdoor Bereich notwendig aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig Bitte mit H
68. ad a diskette Try another diskette If you can access the second diskette the first diskette not the drive is probably causing the problem Run Error checking on the faulty diskette for instructions see Disk drive problems on page 198 lf Something Goes Wrong 201 Resolving a hardware conflict DVD ROM or multi function drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive Make sure the drive tray has closed properly Press gently until it clicks into place Open the drive tray and remove the disc Make sure the drive tray is clean Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the laser beam Examine the disc to see whether it is dirty If necessary wipe it with a clean damp cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Replace the disc in the tray Make sure it is lying flat label side uppermost Press the disc down until it locks on the spindle Close the drive tray carefully making sure it has shut completely If you are trying to play a DVD movie it may not play because the DVD region does not match the DVD player region For more information see Playing DVDs on page 98 You press the disc eject button but the drive tray does not slide out Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on The DVD ROM or multi function drive eject mechanism requires power to operate To remove a disc without turning on the computer use a narrow object such as a straightened paper clip t
69. ata written to the disc after burning Sample Recovery Disc Creator screen 3 Select the items you want to copy by clicking the checkbox next to the item s Name recovery files applications original bundled drivers and applications or both the recovery files and applications Click Burn Insert the first CD or DVD into your computer s CD DVD writable drive when prompted 6 Follow the on screen prompts for completing the copy process For more information on using the Recovery media you have created with the preceding steps see Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media on page 69 66 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of recovering your system using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory set default or recovering just your C drive and leaving other partitions for example a D drive intact or changing the size of your C drive and then recovering it To recover your hard disk drive using the utilities stored on your computer s HDD 1 Make sure the computer is turned off 2 Press and hold the 0 zero key on your keyboard while powering on the computer When the computer powers on the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays TOSHIBA HOOD Recovery Utility Please select the recovery method Ct il Restore Original Factory Image Recommended Advanced User Options Only
70. atrix displays are viewable from wider angles than most passive matrix displays adapter A device that provides a compatible connection between two units For example the computer s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen An adapter can take a number of forms from a microprocessor to a simple connector An intelligent adapter one that is capable of doing some processing may also be called a controller 240 om alternating current AC The type of power usually supplied to residential and commercial wall outlets AC reverses its direction at regular intervals Compare direct current DC application A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type Applications include word processors spreadsheets and database management systems See also program F backup A copy of a file usually on a removable disk kept in case the original file is lost or damaged basic input output system BIOS See BIOS baud rate The speed at which a communication device such as a printer or modem transmits information Baud rate is the number of signal changes per second not necessarily the same as bits per second See also bits per second BIOS basic input output system Basic instructions stored in read only memory ROM containing the information the computer needs in order to check hardware and load the operating system w
71. attery runs low When the main battery runs low you can Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery Put the computer in Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare Connect the computer to the optional high capacity battery Save your work and turn off the computer If you do not manage to do any of these things before the main battery completely runs out of power the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off Hibernation mode keeps track of where you were so when you turn on the power again you can continue where you left off The computer stores information on what you were doing until the main battery runs out of power If you have Hibernation mode enabled the default the computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting down Mobile Computing 1 23 Monitoring main battery power Setting battery alarms You can set two alarms Each alarm can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power has been reached You can set how the warning occurs sound an alarm display a message both or none You can also set the computer to enter Standby mode or Hibernation mode or to completely power down when the alarm goes off To change the default alarm settings 1 Click Start then Control Panel and then Performance and Maintenance Click the TOSHIBA
72. ause undesired operation TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized In normal operating configuration the LCD in the upright position the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20 cm The antenna s used for this transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Antenna s used in 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency band must be integral antenna which provide no access to the end user Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information 12 Caution Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC r
73. ay be defective Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions The slots appear to be dead PC Cards that used to work no longer work Check the PC Card status 1 Click Start 204 NN on A U If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Click My Computer icon with the secondary button then click Properties The System Properties dialog box appears Click the Hardware tab Click the Device Manager button Double click the PCMCIA adapter Double click the appropriate PC Card The operating system displays your PC Card s Properties dialog box which contains information about your PC Card configuration and status The computer stops working hangs when you insert a PC Card The problem may be caused by an I O input output conflict between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the system Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I O base address See Fixing a problem with Device Manager on page 191 for more information Since all PC Cards share the same socket each card is not required to have its own address Hot swapping removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off fails Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card 1 2 3 Double click the PC Card icon on the taskbar Click Safely remove xxxx where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card The operating system displays a message that you may
74. ba com Marketing and product information in the USA www toshiba ca Canada www toshiba Europe com Europe www toshiba co jp index htm Japan http servicio toshiba com Mexico and all of Latin America lf Something Goes Wrong Toshiba s worldwide offices 211 Toshiba s worldwide offices Australia Toshiba Australia Pty Limited 84 92 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia France Toshiba Syst mes France S A 7 Rue Ampere B P 131 92800 Puteaux C dex France Italy Centro Direzionale Colleoni Palazzo Perseo Via Paracelso 10 20041 Agrate Brianza Milano Italy Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd Irvine California 92618 USA 800 457 7777 within the US 949 859 4273 outside of the US this call may incur long distance charges Canada Toshiba Canada Ltd 191 McNabb Street Markham Ontario L3R 8H2 Canada Germany Toshiba Europe GmbH LeibnizstraBbe 2 D 93055 Regensburg Germany Japan Toshiba Corporation PCO IO 1 1 Shibaura 1 Chome Minato Ku Tokyo 105 8001 Japan Mexico Toshiba de M xico S A de C V Sierra Candela No 111 6to Piso Col Lomas de Chapultepec CP 11000 Mexico DE 21 2 lf Something Goes Wrong Toshiba s worldwide offices Spain United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems Toshiba Information Systems Espa a S A U K Ltd Parque Empresarial San Fernando Toshiba Court Edific
75. batteries ccceeeceseeees 194 Keyboard problems cccccessseeeeeeseeeees 195 Display problems nccc 196 Disk drive PrODlEMS csccccccceen 198 DVD ROM or multi function drive problems 201 Sound system problems c 202 PC Card problemMS ccnn 202 Printer problems nccc 205 Modem problemMS ncceeeneen 206 Develop good computing habits ee 207 If you need further assistance 208 Before you contact Toshiba 208 Contacting Toshiba nn 209 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 Toshiba s worldwide offices ccceseeeeeeeen 211 Appendix A Hot KEyS ceecee 213 Contents 3 D Volume Mute 213 Volume Control ocece ostete aceteteienecateeaetetateunensctonins 213 Password security ccce 214 Without a password cscs 214 With a password cccccscccnencrrern 214 Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged ccce 215 Power USAGE mode ccce 216 Standby MOE cece cecscceeeecesseeeeseeeseeeeeeeneeees 217 Hibernation mode ccccecceccececessseeesesseeeeeesseees 218 LB TEST 6 WY 28 MOOS dane ee er er 219 Display brightness ccecsseeeeseesseeeeeseesseeees 219 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 220 Zooming applications In Out s 220 Keyboard Not KeyS ou ceccccesceseesssseesessseeeeeeseees 221 Appendix B Power Cord Cable Connectors 222 USA and Canada uu cece ese eece essen eeeeeen 222 United Kingdom eccess 222 AUST A e ee ee 222 EUO ca
76. cess the Volume Control program click Start All Programs Accessories Entertainment Volume Control or use the volume control dial 1 If the computer is turned on press the eject button on the DVD ROM or multi function drive The disc tray partially opens To avoid damaging a disc or losing data check that the disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray 1 00 Learning the Basics Playing DVDs 2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open 3 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of dust Handle discs carefully Avoid touching the surface of the disc Grasp it by its center hole and edge If you handle the disc incorrectly you could lose data 4 Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label facing up Be careful not to touch the drive s lens located underneath the drive s spindle or the area around it Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction 5 Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it locks into place eaution Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle If you position the disc incorrectly it can jam the disc tray 6 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked Removing a disc with the computer on eaAuTion Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive in use light is glowing Doing so could damage th
77. computer 5 Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received the message and how the error can be reproduced 6 Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power The computer will not start Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cord cable properly or installed a charged battery Press and hold down the power button for at least 10 seconds If you are using the AC adapter check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another device such as a lamp Verify that the computer is on by looking at the on off indicator If the indicator is glowing the computer is on If you are using an AC adapter verify that the computer is receiving power from the external power source by looking at the AC power light If the indicator is glowing the computer is connected to a live external power source The computer starts but when you press a key nothing happens Verify that the active program accepts text input Try clicking your mouse on an area where you can type text and try typing again Your computer may be in Stand By mode and have a software or resource conflict When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system To clear the condition press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously Clearing the condition ma
78. creen you were previously using Learning the Basics 1 1 1 Using Standby Using Standby If you are not connected to a Windows network server domain server power down the computer using the Standby command as follows 1 Click Start Turn off computer The Turn off computer window appears Turn off oe 2 Stand By Turn Off Restart Cancel lt _ __ _ __ _ _ _ _ Sample Turn off computer window with Stand By option 2 Click Stand By The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory turns off the display and goes into a low power mode The on off light blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode If you are connected to a Windows network server domain server power down the computer using the Standby command as follows 1 Click the Start button then select Shut down The Shut Down window appears 2 Select Stand by from the drop down list of options 3 Click OK The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory turns off the display and goes into a low power 1 1 2 Learning the Basics Using Standby mode The on off light blinks amber to indicate the machine is in Stand by mode NOTE f you power down using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully your information will be lost Be sure to save your work often Going into Standby mode more quickly You can also put the compute
79. d click New Connection Wizard Click Next Select Set up an advanced connection Click Next Select Connect directly to another computer NA On BB U Choose the appropriate role for your computer Guest Host Follow the on screen instructions Using audio features Your computer is equipped with speakers The computer plays sounds through the internal speaker It uses the sound settings in your operating system To adjust the volume click the speaker icon in the system tray Enhancing Productivity 1 5 Using audio features Using external speakers or headphones Instead of using the internal speaker you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers WARNING Before using headphones to listen to an audio CD turn the volume dial down Playing the CD with the volume set too high could damage your ears z TECHNICAL NOTE Use amplified speakers that require an external power source Other types of speakers will be A inadequate to produce sound from the computer To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones 1 Locate the headphone jack on the computer 2 Using any necessary adapters plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack To adjust the volume For external speakers use the volume controls on each speaker For headphones use the Fn 1 volume decrease and Fn 2 volume increase key combinations
80. d with a bat or exe extension expansion device A device that connects to a computer to expand its capabilities Other names for an expansion device are port expander port replicator docking station or network adapter extension See file extension external device See device E file A collection of related information saved on disk with a unique name A file may be a program information used by a program or a document See also document file allocation table FAT The section of a disk that keeps track of the location of files stored on the disk file name A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a particular folder It consists of two parts the actual name and the file name extension See also file extension file extension The three characters following the period pronounced dot at the end of a file name The extension indicates the type of file Examples are exe for program files and hlp for help files See also file name folder Also called directory A container for organizing files saved to a disk A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical image icon of a file folder A folder can contain files and other folders own 245 format verb To prepare a blank disk for use with the computer s operating system Formatting creates a structure on the disk so that the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it fro
81. device in bereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet BMW1 Hiermit erkl rt TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company die bereinstimmung des Ger tes Radio LAN device mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG Wien WIE THH IAFOYZA TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company AHAGNED OTI Radio LAN device 2YMMOPE NET AI IPOE TIZ OYIKAEZ AILSITHIES EAI TI AONE SAETIRED MATASE THE OWHTLAS 1999 SER 11 Con la presente TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company dichiara che questo Radio LAN device conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999 5 CE Por medio de la presente TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999 5 CE TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company declara que este Radio LAN device est conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposi es da Directiva 1999 5 CE USA Federal Communications Commission FCC This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference that may c
82. displays on your computer desktop You can then click the appropriate icon on the Launcher to start the desired ConfigFree utilities Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 22 5 ConfigFree Utilities Wireless LAN Bluetooth Connectivity Doctor Profiles Sample ConfigFree Launcher ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network connection problems Using Connectivity Doctor you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer The Connectivity Doctor works with the following network devices gt Wired and wireless network devices Routers hubs and bridges gt Access points 220 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Fat Syn es tank gy iim occ ama Hae Sample Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device such as its IP address subnet mask and MAC address A wireless network device also shows information such as the network SSID and the device s Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP key settings Se Stay on the back hay Sample viewing device information Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 221 ConfigFree Utilities If a problem or potential problem is detected a triangle containing an exclamation point appears in the Connectivit
83. duct This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards Canada Industry Canada IC This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada CAUTION The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s Web site www hc sc gc ca rpb The RF device shall not be co located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this device 9 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device L utilisation de ce dispositif est autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique re u 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 To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoo
84. e D 8 Getting Started Adding memory optional Adding memory optional Que HINT To purchase additional memory modules see the f accessories information packaged with your system or visit A I accessories toshiba com Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today s popular applications You may want to increase the computer s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data Additional memory comes in various capacities to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com Installing a memory module One slot is available for adding a memory module You will need a standard Phillips no O screwdriver for this procedure To avoid damaging the computer s screws use a standard Phillips no 0 screwdriver that is in good condition Getting Started DO Adding memory optional eAuTION YO Not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on You may damage the computer the module or both Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Stand By mode The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost In either of the above cases the Stand By configuration will not be saved The following message appears when you turn on the power from Stand By mode Warning
85. e Multi drive or any other optical drive You could damage the drive You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards resulting in serious injury Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider if any repair or adjustment is required 20 Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems Inc with all rights reserved Under the copyright laws this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba No patent liability is assumed however with respect to the use of the information contained herein 2005 by Toshiba America Information Systems Inc All rights reserved Export Administration Regulation This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U S Export Administration Regulations and may be subject to the approval of the U S Department of Commerce prior to export Any export directly or indirectly in contravention of the U S Export Administration Regulations is prohibited Notice The information contained in this manual including but not limited to any product specifications is subject to change without notice TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS INC TOSHIBA PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY
86. e Fn key you can simulate these separate keys as follows Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on the right side of the enhanced keyboard Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to simulate the Enter key on the numeric pad of the enhanced keyboard Ctrl Fn and Alt keys Ctrl Fn cl Ctrl Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl Fn and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using For more information see your program documentation Learning the Basics 89 Using the keyboard Function keys Function keys The function keys not to be confused with the Fn key are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard They are called function keys because they run programmed functions determined by the application you are using For more information see your program documentation Hot keys When used in combination with the Fn key function keys marked with icons run programmed functions specific to your computer For more information see Hot Keys on page 213 Windows special keys Start key ai Application key Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions The Start key opens the Start menu The Application key has the same function as the secondary or right mouse control button 90 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys fad CE EE E YET Pera J fap
87. e disk or the drive Learning the Basics 1 0 Playing DVDs 1 Locate and press the eject button The disc tray partially opens 2 Grasp the sides of the disc tray and pull it fully open 3 Remove the disc from the disc tray and place it in its protective cover If the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray wait for the disc to stop before removing It 4 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked Removing a disc with the computer off 1 Insert a slender object such as a straightened paper clip into the manual eject button access hole Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it 2 Pull the tray fully open remove the disc and place it in its protective cover 3 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked Caring for CDs and DVDs Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it Do not apply a label to or otherwise mar the surface of a disc 1 02 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Hold a disc by its outside edge Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the DVD ROM drive or multi function drive from reading the data properly Do not expose discs to d
88. e keyboard appears Fn esse E x Assignments Options Help ab Aala SREP Oo Z XCVBN A Sample Fn esse keyboard 1 62 Toshiba Utilities Fn esse The keys are color coded as follows Available keys are white Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn esse keyboard in the selected color Unavailable keys do not appear Assigning a key to a program or document There are two ways to assign a key to open a program or document Drag and drop Use the keyboard or pointing device The method most often used is drag and drop Using drag and drop To assign a key to a program or document 1 Start both Fn esse and Windows Explorer or the program supporting drag and drop 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn esse keyboard and Explorer at the same time 3 In the Explorer window highlight the program or document file you wish to assign to a key 4 Click and hold the primary button as you drag the highlighted item from Explorer to the key on the Fn esse keyboard you want to assign to it 5 Release the primary button Fn esse displays the Add Edit Command dialog box with the Description Command Line and Working Directory fields automatically completed 6 Click OK to close the Add Edit Command dialog box with your key assignment in place O Toshiba Utilities 1 63 Fn esse The program or document is now associated with the ke
89. e modem Your computer comes with an integrated modem Before you can communicate using the modem you need to connect it to a standard voice grade telephone line 1 Locate the modem port on the back of your computer 2 Plug one end of a telephone cable purchased separately into the modem port on the back of the computer Connecting the telephone cable to the modem port 3 Connect the other end of the telephone cable to the RJ11 wall jack of a standard voice grade telephone line a Ze Connecting to a wall jack Getting Started T Connecting other external devices The modem is designed for use with a standard analog aay telephone line Never connect the modem to a digital telephone line A digital line will damage the modem For more information on using a modem see Setting up for communications on page 153 Connecting other external devices For more information on attaching the optional Advanced Port Replicator III an external monitor and other external USB compatible devices such as a keyboard and diskette drive see the Expansion Options chapter on page 132 Using the TouchPad The TouchPad the small smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you d like to move the cursor o To move the cursor to the top of the page push
90. e printer and then connect the other end to one of the computer s USB ports 3 Plug the printer s power cable into a live electrical outlet Getting Started 15 Connecting a printer See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps or see Setting up a printer on page 75 Setting up a printer Y TECHNICAL NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process Refer to your printer installation guide for f instructions If you have a printer follow these steps to set it up for the first time You only need to set up the printer once 1 Click Start Printers and Faxes The Printers and Faxes window appears 2 Click Add a Printer The Add Printer Wizard appears Add Printer Wizard Welcome to the Add Printer Wizard This wizard helps you install a printer or make printer connections i If you have a Plug and Play printer that connects through a USB port or any other hot pluggable port such as IEEE 1394 infrared and so on you do not need to use this wizard Click Cancel to close the wizard and then plug the printer s cable into your computer or point the printer toward your computer s infrared port and turn the printer on Windows will automatically install the printer for you To continue click Next Cancel Sample Add Printer Wizard 3 Follow the on screen instructions to set up your printer 16 Getting Started Connecting the modem Connecting th
91. econd generation low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low power radio station 1 Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product 13 The frequency bandwidth of this equipment may operate within the same range as industrial devices scientific devices medical devices microwave ovens licensed radio stations and non licensed specified low power radio stations for mobile object identification systems RFID used in factory production lines Other Radio Stations Before using this equipment ensure that it does not interfere with any of the equipment listed above N If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations promptly change the frequency being used change the location of use or turn off the source of emissions 3 Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations 2 Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment 1 2 3 2 4DSOF4 is ee 4 1 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHz 2 DS This equipment uses DS SS modulation OF This equipment uses OFDM modulation 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m EE GS E This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz It is possible to avoid the band o
92. ent interface what information from the Internet to always display Desktop style how windows are displayed and how to browse folders and files Toolbars what information appears at the top of each window Customizing the taskbar As you work the taskbar changes to reflect what you are doing Its icons provide shortcuts to programs documents files folders system features and components Open applications also have Forward and Backward buttons to allow navigation through folders documents and Web sites For example you can personalize the taskbar to include Quick Launch icons and also your favorite URL addresses or local folders and programs A DEFINITION URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator which is the address that defines the route to a file on the Web or any other Internet facility Generically it is known as the World Wide Web site address Having a list of favorite URLs handy saves time Using it bypasses the need for you to launch your browser first To customize your taskbar settings point to an empty space in the taskbar and click the secondary button Then click Properties 148 Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop Bringing the world to your desktop With the Windows XP operating system you can set up your desktop with complete World Wide Web integration at a single click Adding components to the Web content interface 1 Point to an empty space on the d
93. equires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 GHz to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 GHz to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device NOTE The above Caution information applies to products that operate with an 802 11a device Taiwan 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 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications In event that any interference is found the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery Using this Equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz for s
94. er rights under this limited Warranty NOTE To register online you must be connected to the Internet via your computer s modem and a voice grade telephone line or by a Local Area Network Getting Started D Adding external devices Adding external devices NOTE Before adding external devices Toshiba recommends setting up your software See Setting up your software on page 49 After starting your computer for the first time you may want Add more memory see Adding memory optional on page 58 Connect a mouse see Connecting a mouse on page 73 Connect a full size keyboard see Connecting a keyboard on page 136 Connect an external monitor see Using an external monitor on page 136 Connect a local printer see Connecting a printer on page 74 Install PC Cards see Using PC Cards on page 140 Connecting the AC adapter Your computer requires power to operate Use the power cord cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet or to charge the computer s battery To connect AC power to the computer 1 Connect the power cord cable to the AC adapter 5 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter gt 5B e Sy IRh Sample power cord cable and AC adapter AWARNING Hold the power cord cable by its plug when you connect disconnect it Do NOT pull the cable itself Doing so may damage the power co
95. errupt Request Channel The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request IRQ because it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests some of the processor s time Direct Memory Access Similarly the data required by the device is stored in a specific place or address in memory called the Direct Memory Access DMA The DMA provides a dedicated channel for adapter cards to bypass the microprocessor and access memory directly If two or more devices use the same DMA the data required by one device overwrites the data required by the other causing a hardware conflict Resolving conflicts There are several things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer Disable the device For an older device remove it from the computer Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device see Fixing a problem with Device Manager on page 191 lf Something Goes Wrong 1 OF Resolving a hardware conflict Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict Refer to the device s documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device CAUTION Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable Device Manager is a confi
96. esktop and click the secondary button Click on Properties The Display Properties window appears Click the Desktop tab Click the Customize Desktop button Click the Web tab The operating system displays a list of items to add to the desktop To view additional components click New The New Desktop Item dialog box appears To browse the Gallery for more components to add click Visit Gallery In order to browse an active Internet connection must be established To select some other Web site type the address of the Web site you want or click Browse to locate it You can configure the Web content interface in several other ways For further information see your operating system documentation or access Windows Help by clicking Start Help and Support Enhancing Productivity 1 49 Personalizing your desktop Changing desktop and browsing style The operating system enables you to customize the way you view your desktop and browse the files and folders on your local computer or network file server You can specify that Items that normally require a double click will open with a single click Folders will open in their own window instead of in the same window Folders are accompanied by a list of common tasks instead of being displayed alone The options you choose determine how you browse in the operating system regardless of whether you start from the desktop My Computer Windows Explorer or
97. ess the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you close the display panel When the system standby time has passed Set this option to Standby if you want the computer to automatically go into Standby mode when you haven t used it for a specified amount of time You can set the System standby time on the Power Save Mode tab 6 Click Apply 1 1 4 Learning the Basics Using Standby Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window then close the Control Panel Starting again from Standby Use these instructions to restart the computer when you enter Standby mode by closing the display panel When using AC power open the display panel When using battery power open the display panel and press the power button until the on off light changes to green The computer returns to the screen you were previously using Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling Toshiba s energy saver design Your computer enters a low power standby mode when it is not being used thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency Many of these energy saving features have been set by Toshiba We recommend you leave these features active allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficie
98. ess you have selected all those features This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer sz W Sample system icons Turning on the power 1 Make sure any external devices such as the AC adapter if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power are properly connected and ready 2 Check to ensure that any disk drives are empty Getting Started 5 Using the computer for the first time Turning on the power D 3 Press and hold the power button in until the on off light on the system indicator panel glows green about one second HINT After turning on the computer for the first time do not turn off the power again until the operating system has completely loaded B The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to an external power source m The main battery light Glows amber while the main battery is being charged AC adapter connected Glows green when the main battery is fully charged amp Is unlit when the battery has discharged the battery is not charging or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet C The hard disk drive light flashes to indicate that the hard disk drive is in use CAUTION Never turn off the computer while any of the drives are in us
99. f mobile object identification systems 3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Friday 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 13 1100 Direct Dial 03 3457 5916 Fax 03 5444 9450 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan The Name of the radio equipment refer to the equipment label provided on the computer JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT Approval Number D01 1128JP TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number O3NY A0018 03GZDA0017 The following restrictions apply Do not disassemble or modify the device Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device 5 17 GHz to 5 23 GHz for indoor use only Radio approvals for wireless devices NOTE The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer Approved Countries Regions for use for the Atheros AR5BMB 43 44 Mini PCI Wireless network adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table CAUTION Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table NOTE This device works on passive scan only A peer to peer mode is not avail
100. g 101 DVD ROM multi function drive drive tray will not open 201 problems 201 troubleshooting 192 E environment computer friendly 41 ergonomics 42 43 45 error Messages device driver conflict 189 general hardware problem 189 non system disk or disk error 186 200 problem with display settings current settings not working with hardware 197 program has performed an illegal operation 183 warning resume failure 185 Error checking 199 Ethernet LAN Port disabling 155 using 155 expansion capability 133 expansion memory slot 60 external diskette drive 94 135 keyboard 136 monitor connecting 136 external monitor not working 198 F FAT File Allocation Table 199 FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information 3 FCC requirements 4 features 85 file extensions 93 file names 92 files WAV 158 backing up 86 96 printing 93 restoring 96 97 saving 91 Fn key assigning functions 162 Fn esse 161 assigning keys 162 change remove key assignments 164 drag and drop 162 keyboard 161 starting 161 using keyboard or pointing device 163 viewing key assignments 164 folders displaying information 152 H hard disk drive light 57 Master password 175 passwords 175 User password 175 hardware conflicts 189 resolving 190 headphones 157 Help Windows XP 188 Hibernation command 104 enabling 108 Hibernation mode 104 255 methods 110 112 hot key display brightness 219 display modes 219 Hibe
101. ge the Colors option and click OK For more information see Windows Help A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer s internal display To change the display properties 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button The Display Properties window appears Click Properties then click the Settings tab Adjust the screen resolution and or color quality 4 Click OK 1 08 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal External mode and not simultaneous mode Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer Your display contains an extremely large number of thin film transistors TFT and is manufactured using high precision technology The small bright dots that appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology NOTE 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 techno
102. guration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of changing them Disabling a device 1 Open the Start menu click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance Click the Administrative Tools icon Double click Computer Management and then click Device Manager 4 Select the specific device from the device category To expand a device category double click the category 5 Ihn the toolbar look to the far right for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front This is the disable feature 6 Click the icon You are given the option of disabling the device 7 Click Yes to disable the device or No to cancel 192 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a device Properties include the name of the manufacturer the type of device the drivers installed and the system resources assigned to the device To check a device s properties 1 2 Open the Start menu then click Control Panel Click Performance and Maintenance and then Administrative Tools Double click Computer Management and then click Device Manager To view the device s installed double click the device type To view the properties double click the device The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog box which provides an array of tabs They may i
103. he line to check this The other system may be busy or off line Try making a test transmission to someone else lf Something Goes Wrong 20 Develop good computing habits Develop good computing habits Make sure you are prepared Save your work frequently You can never predict when your computer will lock forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes Many software programs build in an automatic backup but you should not rely solely on this feature Save your work See Computing tips on page 85 for instructions On a regular basis back up the information stored on your hard disk Here are some ways you can do this Copy files to CD DVD or diskette following the steps in Saving your work on page 91 Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape Some people use a combination of these methods backing up all files to tape weekly and copying critical files to the media of their choice on a daily basis If you have installed your own programs you should back up these programs as well as your data files If something goes wrong that requires you to reformat your hard disk and start again reloading all your programs and data files from a backup source will save time Read the user s guides It is very difficult to provide a fail safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer Your abil
104. hen you start up the computer bit Short for binary digit A bit is the smallest unit of information used by a computer A group of eight bits is a byte See also byte bits per second bps A way of measuring the speed at which information is passed between two devices The basic measure used in modem communications bps is similar but not identical to the baud rate See also baud rate boot To start the computer The term boot originates from bootstrap program as in pulling itself up by its bootstraps a program that loads and initializes the operating system See also reboot boot disk See system disk boot priority startup sequence The order in which the computer accesses its disk drives to locate the startup files Under the default startup sequence the computer looks for the startup files in the diskette drive before checking the hard disk oman 24 bus An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit CPU with other parts of the computer such as the video adapter disk drives and ports It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another See also bus speed frontside bus bus speed The speed at which the central processing unit CPU communicates with the other parts of the computer byte A sequence of eight bits A byte is the smallest addressable unit of data See also bit gigabyte kilobyte megabyte cache A section of ve
105. her file For example you could create and attempt to print a short test file using Notepad If a Notepad file prints correctly the problem may be in your original file 206 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If you cannot resolve the problem contact the printer s manufacturer The printer will not print what you see on the screen Many programs display information on the screen differently from the way they print it See if your program has a print preview mode This mode lets you see your work exactly as it will print Contact the software manufacturer for more information Modem problems This section lists common modem problems The modem will not receive or transmit properly Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the computer s modem port and the telephone line jack Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the same COM port Check the communications parameters baud rate parity data length and stop bits specified in the communications program It should be set up to transmit at 300 1200 2400 4800 9600 14400 28800 33600 bps bits per second or higher Refer to the program s documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings The modem is on set up properly and still will not transmit or receive data Make sure the line has a dial tone Connect a telephone handset to t
106. hese passwords protect your primary and secondary hard disks as follows Setting a hard disk drive user password prevents an unauthorized user from accessing your hard disk even if it is removed and installed on another computer This password does not encrypt data on the hard disk Setting a hard disk drive master password lets you bypass the hard disk drive user password and access your hard disk in case you forget the hard disk drive user password If you choose to set a hard disk drive master password you should set it before you set a hard disk drive user password HINT The hard disk drive shipped with your computer may not support the master password feature When you attempt to set master password protection your computer may alert you that this feature is not supported by your drive If this happens and you want to establish a master password for your hard disk contact your network administrator for instructions 1 6 Toshiba Utilities Hard disk drive passwords Setting a hard disk drive user only password in System Setup CAUTION you choose to set a hard disk drive user password we strongly recommend that you set a hard disk drive master password as well If you set a hard disk drive user password and later forget the password YOU WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO ACCESS YOUR HARD DISK AGAIN unless you ve set a hard disk drive master password Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may
107. ing 186 special features 146 wireless interoperability 7 wireless networking 155 wizards Add Printer 75 Backup or Restore 95
108. ing a vacuum If the fan is blocked it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to shut down Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper plastic wrappers or other similar materials can block the air intake preventing air from reaching the CPU Do not use the computer on surfaces with objects that can be drawn in by the cooling fan NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer Getting Started 49 Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE You must complete all setup steps up to y Setting up your software on page 49 before adding external f or internal components to your computer These components include but are not limited to a mouse keyboard printer memory and PC cards Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use it To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter See Connecting the AC adapter on page 51 To register your computer online or to sign up for an Internet account you must connect the built in modem to a telephone line See Connecting the modem on page 76 Setting up your software NOTE The names of windows displayed and the order in which windows appear may vary according to your software setup choices The first time you turn on your computer the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to
109. ing arrangement telephone jack type for this equipment is jack type s USOC RJ1 1C Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS radio technology and is compliant to The IEEE 802 11 Standard on Wireless LANs Revision A B G as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers The Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi certification as defined by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance CAUTION Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection If you should experience any such problem immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site htto Avww toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or ocsupport toshiba com in the United States for more information CAUTION This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency range O Wireless LAN and your Health Wireless LAN products like other radio devices emit radio freque
110. ing the built in screen make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor To do this hold the Fn key and press F5 twice A window with display choices pops up Hold the Fn key and press F5 twice again to advance through the display options If you are using an external monitor Check that the monitor is turned on Check that the monitor s power cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built in screen lf Something Goes Wrong 1 O Resolving a hardware conflict The screen does not look right You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button then clicking Properties This opens the Display Properties dialog box The Appearance tab of this dialog box allows you to choose the colors for the screen The Settings tab allows you to choose the screen resolution The built in screen flickers Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen produces colors To reduce the amount of flickering try using fewer colors To change the number of colors displayed 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button 2 Click Properties and then the Settings tab 3 Chan
111. inment and then click Volume Control Chapter 6 Toshiba Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs Together these allow you to ascertain certain system details set additional options or change default options These utilities are described in this chapter Fn esse Hotkey utility Mobile Extension Service Configuration TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Button Controls TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 160 Toshiba Utilities O Fn esse 1 1 Fn esse The operating system shortcuts and Toshiba s Fn esse program provide quick ways to open programs documents and folders from within any program without using the Start menu This section describes how to use the Fn esse program to quickly access your programs and files With Fn esse you can assign an Fn key combination to Open a Windows program Open a file in its associated Windows program Display a customized folder of Windows programs and or files from which to choose Fn esse also has several keys known as hot keys that perform preassigned operations For more information see Hot Keys on page 213 You cannot assign any key that is associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay Starting Fn esse To access Fn esse Click Start All Programs Toshiba Utilities and Fn esse The Fn ess
112. io Europa la Planta Weybridge Business Park Escalera A Addlestone Road 28831 Madrid San Fernando de Weybridge Surrey KT15 2UL Henares United Kingdom Spain United States The Rest of Europe Toshiba America Information Toshiba Europe I E GmbH Systems Inc Hammfelddamm 8 9740 Irvine Boulevard D 4 1460 Neuss Irvine California 92618 Germany United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations please visit www toshiba co jp index htm Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that when pressed in combination with the Fn key turn system functions on and off Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls Volume Mute Fn EM This hot key enables disables volume mute on your computer When volume mute is enabled no sound will come from the speakers or headphones Volume Control Fn l This hot key decreases the volume coming from your computer Pn This hot key increases the volume coming from your computer 213 21 4 Hot Keys Password security Password security F1 Fn D This hot key blanks the display Without a password The Fn F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security Using the pointing device or any key will make the display s content reappear if no password is set for the current user With a password The Fn F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security
113. ion CO Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information z TECHNICAL NOTE This icon highlights technical information L about the computer E G A DEFINITION This icon indicates the definition of a term used Z J in the text Li HINT This icon denotes helpful hints and tips Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation gt An electronic version of the user s guide gt It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system For accessory information visit Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com 40 Introduction Service options Service options Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement its limited warranty To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site pcsupport toshiba com If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba see If Something Goes Wrong on page 182 Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably summarizes how to connect components and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations Creating a computer friendly en
114. irect sunlight or extreme heat or cold To clean a disc that is dirty wipe it with a clean dry cloth The most efficient method to clean it is to start from the center of the disc and wipe toward the outward edge not in a circle If necessary moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner not benzine or rubbing alcohol Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive Z TECHNICAL NOTE If you record MP3 files you will only be L able to play them on a device capable of playing MP3 files Powering down the computer NOTE Pushing the power button before shutting down the Windows operating system could cause you to lose your work Make sure the system indicator panel s disk light and the drive in use light are off If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed you may lose data or damage the disk and or drive When you power down the computer you have a number of options to choose from Turn Off or Shut down which power off the computer Hibernation which saves the current operating state to the hard disk and powers off the computer Learning the Basics 03 Powering down the computer Standby which saves the current operating state to memory and enters a low power mode Restart which restarts the computer Each option has its advantages TECHNICAL NOTE Before using any of these options to power down your computer save your files and make sure the disk
115. ireless technology other than TOSHIBA portable computers Always use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more up to a total of seven TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site htto www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or pcsupport toshiba com in the United States for more information When you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA close to 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors If you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA always change the frequency move your PC to the area outside of the interference range of 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices 40 meters 43 74 yards or more or stop transmitting from your PC Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or pcsupport toshiba com in the United States for more information Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection If you should experience any such problem immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN Please contact Toshiba PC product support on
116. it is still on See TOSHIBA Hardware Setup on page 172 gt If you have an action feature set the computer will perform that action Nothing Standby Hibernate For more information see TOSHIBA Power Saver on page 170 Getting Started 83 Caring for your computer Different ways to turn the computer on and off Pressing the power button is not the only way to turn on and off the computer Alternatives include Using Hot Key combinations Opening and closing the display panel For more information see Using Hibernation on page 108 and Using Standby on page 111 Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer For information about taking care of your computer s main battery see Safety precautions on page 128 Cleaning the computer CAUTION Keep liquids including cleaning fluid out of the computer s keyboard speaker grille and other openings Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer To keep your computer clean gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth Ask your network administrator for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products 8 4 Getting Started Caring for your computer Moving the computer Before moving your computer even across the room make sure all disk activity has ended the drive in
117. ity to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together Get familiar with all the user s guides provided with your computer as well as the manuals that come with the programs and devices you purchase 208 lf Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of self help books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals lf you need further assistance If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and are still having problems you may need additional technical assistance This section contains the steps to take to ask for help Before you contact Toshiba Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first Try the following before contacting Toshiba Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation Ifthe problem occurs while you are running a program consult the program s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions Contact the software company s technical support group for their assistance Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and or program Your dealer is your best source for current information Detailed system specifications are available at www ts toshiba com by selecting your particular product and model number clicki
118. ive Recovery Utilities 2 Click Yes to begin the recovery process Once complete a message displays that the HDD has been recovered 3 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer Recovering the C partition of the HDD only CAUTION Recovering the C drive to its factory default setting reformats your drive and your information on the recovered drive will be lost Be sure to Save your work first If you have created other partitions for example a D drive those partitions and any information on them will not be affected and remain intact To recover only your C drive 1 Press 2 on the keyboard when the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays A confirmation message appears reminding you that all information on the C drive will be lost during the recovery process Be sure you have saved your work before proceeding 2 Click Yes to begin the restoration Once complete a message displays that the HDD has been recovered 3 Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer Recovering the entire HDD without the HDD Recovery Area This option recovers your C drive without creating the HDD Recovery Utilities partition This will increase the size of your C drive Getting Started 11 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities GAUTION Recovering your C drive to its factory default state without the recovery partition reformats all partitions on the HDD for example if you created a D drive it wi
119. kette A 3 5 inch diskette that holds 1 44 MB of data See also diskette hot key 1 A feature in which certain keys in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters such as the battery save mode 2 A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program 246 om hot swapping The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change icon A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function file or program interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which only every other line of pixels is refreshed Interlaced monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image Compare non interlaced internal device See device Internet The decentralized world wide network of computers that provides electronic mail the World Wide Web and other services See also World Wide Web K keyboard shortcut A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the TouchPad kilobyte KB A unit of data equal to 1024 bytes See also byte L L1 level one cache Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed See also cache CPU cache L2 cache L2 level two cache Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed It is slower than L1
120. lick OK The computer shuts down Hold down the Esc key and press and hold the power button until the on off light on the system indicator panel illuminates green for approximately one second When the following message appears on the screen Check system Then press F1 key press F1 The System Setup screen appears Press H to move to the HDD PASSWORD section on the screen Press the spacebar then type in your user password and press Enter If you want to change the password input the new password When System Setup prompts you to verify the password type it again and press Enter If the two passwords match System Setup displays Registered If the two passwords do not match an error 1 8 Toshiba Utilities Hard disk drive passwords message appears Repeat steps 5 and 6 to enter the password again If you want to delete the user password leave the space blank and press Enter twice System Setup displays Not Registered Press End to save the change When System Setup prompts you to confirm your change Press Y Setting a hard disk drive master and user password in System Setup eAUTION Make sure you choose a hard disk drive master password you can remember easily If you set a hard disk drive user password and later forget the password or lose your password diskette you will need to enter the hard disk drive master password in order to access your hard disk To register master and
121. ll be deleted during the recovery process and your information will be lost Be sure to Save your work first To recover your C drive without the recovery partition 1 3 Press 3 on the keyboard when the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays A confirmation message appears reminding you that all partitions will be reformatted and all data will be lost during the recovery process Be sure you have saved your work before proceeding Click Yes to begin the restoration Once complete a message displays that the HDD has been recovered Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer Checking the HDD operating status After restoring your hard disk drive you can check its status as follows 1 nan amp UO N Click Start and then click Control Panel Double click the Administrative Tools icon Double click the Computer Management icon Click Disk Management Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen 2 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility You can delete the HDD recovery partition without losing your data 1 Click Start All Programs Hard Disk Recovery Utilities then Delete Hard Disk Recovery Partition When the computer powers on the Delete Hard Disk Recovery Utility warning screen displays Delete Hard Disk Recovery Utility WARNING Please use Recovery Disc Creator
122. llows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation LAN Lets you enable or disable the Wake on LAN feature and also enable or disable the built in LAN General Allows you to view current BIOS version or to change certain settings back to their default values Device Config Shows the Device configuration options Parallel Printer Allows you to configure the parallel port default settings Keyboard lets you enable or disable wake on keyboard 1 T 4 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you to zoom in and zoom out of applications as well as the icons for Microsoft Internet Explorer Microsoft Office Windows Media Player and Adobe Reader To access the utility click Start All Programs Toshiba Utilities and then TOSHIBA Zooming Utility The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility screen appears EA TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties Settings Select one of following settings to zoom application windows in and out All Programs Custom Select applications to zoom in and out Options Show Zooming Utility icon on the System Tray C Save positions of icons on the desktop i Cancel Sample TOSHIBA Zooming Utility screen Toshiba Utilities 1 15 Hard disk drive passwords Hard disk drive passwords Your computer comes with a System Setup utility that lets you set two types of hard disk drive passwords user and master T
123. logy screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them Typical disk problems are You are having trouble accessing a disk or one or more files appear to be missing Make sure you are identifying the drive by its correct name A or C lf Something Goes Wrong 1 QO Resolving a hardware conflict Error checking Run Error checking which analyzes the directories files and File Allocation Table FAT on the disk and repairs any damage it finds To run Error checking 1 Click Start then click My Computer 2 Right click the drive you want to check and select Properties from the menu The drive s properties box appears NOTE This feature is not available for CD DVD drives 3 Click the Tools tab 4 Click the Check now button The Check Disk All Apps box appears 5 You can choose one or both options Automatically fix file system errors Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors 6 Click Start Error checking runs the test Your hard disk seems very slow If you have been using your computer for some time your files may have become fragmented Run Disk Defragmenter To do this click
124. lows green when the main battery is fully charged Is unlit when the battery has discharged the battery is not charging or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet Flashing amber means the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC Adapter Determining remaining battery power NOTE A Ww N m Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power The computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and perform its calculations Click Start then click Control Panel Click Performance and Maintenance Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon The Power Saver Properties window appears The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left side of the dialog box With repeated discharges and recharges the battery s capacity gradually decreases A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power TECHNICAL NOTE The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery Va a What to do when the main b
125. lt in pointing device To connect the mouse to your computer or the optional Advanced Port Replicator III plug its cable into one of the USB ports You can connect it while the computer is on The operating system automatically detects the mouse The mouse and TouchPad can be used at the same time T 4 Getting Started Connecting a printer Connecting a printer CAUTION Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer If you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer the printer may not function correctly NOTE Read the documentation that came with your printer Follow the manufacturer s instructions when connecting a local printer You can connect a USB compatible printer to your computer To determine if the printer is USB compatible check its documentation If it is USB compatible you can connect the printer while the computer is on To make the connection you need a suitable USB cable which may come with your printer Otherwise you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store Va To connect a printer to your computer or the optional Advanced Port Replicator III TECHNICAL NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions n 1 Ifthe computer is on turn it off 2 Connect the printer cable to th
126. m or a program giving a direction to or requesting input from the user direct current DC The type of power usually supplied by batteries DC flows in one direction Compare alternating current AC direct memory access DMA A dedicated channel bypassing the CPU that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device directory See folder own 243 disable To turn a computer option off See also enable disc A round flat piece of metal designed to be read from and written to by optical laser technology and used in the production of optical discs such as CDs and DVDs Compare disk disk A round flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form and used in the production of magnetic disks such as diskettes and hard disks Compare disc See also diskette hard disk disk drive The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette or hard disk It rotates the disk at high speed past one or more read write heads diskette A thin flexible disk in a protective jacket that stores magnetically encoded data Diskettes can be removed from the computer and come in two sizes 5 25 inch and 3 5 inch Your computer uses 3 5 inch diskettes See also double density diskette high density diskette document Any file created with an application and if saved to disk given a name by which it can be retrieved See also file
127. main battery module Loosen the screw that secures the memory slot cover then remove the memory slot cover Place the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later Pull the clips away from the memory module The memory module pops partially out of the slot Carefully remove the module from the slot Getting Started 63 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Removing the memory module GAUTION DO not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems 7 Seat the cover and secure it with the screw TECHNICAL NOTE You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work Z Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Your computer has been configured with a hard disk partition to allow you to recover your hard disk drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities NOTE It is strongly recommended that you create recovery CDs DVDs before using your system For more information on creating Recovery media see Creating Recovery CDs DVDs on page 64 64 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Using the HDD Recovery you can Create Hard Drive Recovery CDs or DVDs using a writable drive Recover your hard disk drive to the factory set default Recover just your C drive leaving any other partitions you may have created intact for exam
128. mory module be careful not to touch its pin connector on the side you insert into the computer 11 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging 12 Insert the memory module in the slot and gently press it down into place The clips on either side of the module will click to secure the module Inserting the memory module 13 Seat the memory slot cover and secure it with the screw 14 When you turn the computer on it should automatically recognize the total memory capacity Removing a memory module To remove the memory module 1 Turn the computer off and remove all cables connected to the computer including the AC adapter cable Getting Started Removing a memory module CAUTION DO nottry to remove a memory module with the computer turned on You can damage the computer and the device Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in standby mode The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost In either of the above cases the Standby configuration will not be saved The following message appears when you turn on the power Warning Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up when you turn it on perform the following Press the power button and hold it down for at least ten seconds then turn the power on again Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down and remove the
129. ms bother you while typing stop using the computer and rest If the discomfort persists consult a physician This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries For more information consult books on ergonomics repetitive strain injury and repetitive stress syndrome Getting Started Selecting a place to work Placement of the computer 43 Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress related injuries gt Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance You should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck and look at the screen without slouching If you are using an external monitor the top of the screen should be no higher than eye level gt and distance as the screen Seating and posture When using your computer maintain good posture with body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly Proper If you use a paper holder set it at about the same height your seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair Whichever type you choose use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort Below eye level SS Approximately 90 angles Correct posture and positioning of the computer 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Position your chair
130. n On restarting the computer returns to the state in which you left it and opens all the programs and files you were using NOTE _ f you power down using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully your information will be lost Be sure to save your work often Using Turn Off or Shut down If you are not connected to a Windows network server domain server power off the computer as follows To turn off the computer 1 Click Start Turn off computer The Turn off computer window appears Turn off computer Q Stand By Turn Off Restart Cancel Sample Turn off computer window 1 06 Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down 2 Click Turn Off The computer turns itself off If you are connected to a Windows network server domain server power off the computer as follows 1 Click the Start button then Shut down The Shut Down window appears Select Shut down from the drop down list Click OK The computer shuts down completely Turning off more quickly In addition to the method described above you can turn off the computer by pressing the power button To use this method you first need to turn on the feature in TOSHIBA Power Saver 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Click Performance and Maintenance Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears 4 Click on the Setup Action tab Learning the
131. n 155 system resources 190 compact discs inserting 100 problem solving 202 removing 100 computer customizing 168 lock 84 non system disk or disk error message 186 not accessing disk drives 185 running on battery power 115 setting up 49 warning resume failure message 185 computing tips 85 configuring hard drive passwords 175 connecting printer 74 138 USB compatible keyboard 136 monitor 136 mouse 73 138 control buttons 78 critical applications 2 customizing taskbar 147 D desktop browsing style 149 changing styles 149 personalizing 147 Device Manager 191 checking properties 192 disabling a device 191 192 digital audio WAV files 158 Disk Defragmenter 199 disk drive corrupted damaged data files 200 missing files trouble accessing a disk 198 running slow 199 diskette drive 94 attaching external USB 135 cannot insert a diskette 200 cannot read a diskette 200 external 94 display does not look normal flickers 197 external monitor not working 198 screen is blank 196 display options built in display only 137 external monitor only 137 simultaneous viewing 137 display panel closing 82 opening 55 displaying folder information 152 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 130 DMA Direct Memory Access 190 double click 78 DVD ROM drive removing a disc 101 DVD ROM or multi function drive cannot access disc 201 m 254 inserting discs 100 DVD ROM or multifunction drive inserting a disc 99 removin
132. nclude gt The Resource tab which lists resources assigned to the monitor DVD ROM multi function drive diskette disk drive and other power using functions This tab does not appear if the device is not using resources gt The Driver tab which displays the drivers being used by the device The tabs that appear in the dialog box vary from one device to another A Troubleshooting button is also present lf Something Goes Wrong 1 93 Resolving a hardware conflict 6 Click Troubleshoot A Help and Support window for that device appears For more information about Device Manager refer to Windows XP online help Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device related It is worthwhile checking for these first 1 2 Click Start then click Turn off computer Click Turn Off The operating system shuts down and turns off the computer automatically Remove the memory module Reinstall the memory module following the instructions in Adding memory optional on page 58 and making sure it is seated properly Check for the error again If the error recurs remove the memory module entirely and check for the error again If removing the memory module eliminates the error the memory module may be faulty If the error recurs without the memory module installed the error is not caused by the memory module Z TECHNICAL NO
133. ncy electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment Regulatory Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the pro
134. ncy so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium Ion Li Ion high capacity battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet You can recharge it many times 115 1 1 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Battery life may vary depending on applications power management settings and features utilized Recharge time varies depending on usage The battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full power After a period of time the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced This is normal for all batteries To purchase a new battery pack see your accessories information or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information regularly check the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery is fully discharged Please see Maximizing battery life on page 129 for procedures If the computer is continuously operated on AC power either through an AC adapter or a docking station if applicable to your system for an extended period more than a month the battery may fail to retain a charge This may shorten the life of the batter
135. nd press and hold the power button until the on off light on the system indicator panel illuminates green for approximately one second When the following message appears on the screen Check system Then press F1 key press F1 The System Setup screen appears Press H to move to tte HDD PASSWORD section on the screen Use the up and down arrow keys to select the password you wish to change Press the spacebar then enter the appropriate password and press Enter 1 80 Toshiba Utilities Hard disk drive passwords 6 If you want to change your password input the new password 7 When System Setup prompts you to verify the password type it again and press Enter If the two passwords match System Setup displays Registered Note that you can only change not delete the user password if a master password is registered 8 Press End to save the change 9 When System Setup prompts you to confirm your change Press Y Deleting the hard disk drive master and user passwords in the System Setup HINT You must delete the hard disk drive master password before you can delete the hard disk drive user password To delete the master and user passwords in System Setup 1 Click Start then click Shutdown and click OK The computer shuts down 2 Hold down the Esc key and press and hold the power button until the on off light on the system indicator panel illuminates green for approximately one second When
136. nding 1 Press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously once The Windows Task Manager window appears 182 lf Something Goes Wrong 1 83 Problems that are easy to fix 2 Click the Applications tab If a program has stopped responding the words not responding appear beside its name in the list 3 Select the program you want to close then click End Task Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working If it does not continue with step 4 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name then End Task 5 Click Start Turn off computer The Turn off computer window appears 6 Click Turn off The computer turns off Your program performs an illegal operation If you receive the message Your program has performed an illegal operation you should wait to see if it happens again If it does record the details of the message and consult the software manufacturer To record the details 1 Click the Details button and select the text the operating system displays The Details button displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the clipboard 3 Open Notepad click Start point to All Programs then point to Accessories and click Notepad 4 Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into Notepad 1 8 4 lf Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the
137. ndividual window as a Web page 1 Open the Start menu and select My Computer Open the folder you want to view as a Web page 2 3 Inthe Tools menu select Folder Options 4 In the Tasks section click the button for Show common tasks in folders Un Click Apply then OK Enhancing Productivity 53 Setting up for communications fe Edt Yew Favores Jods tep asiress F Contral Panel p Control Paned Pick a category Ge Svetch to Classic view F Te Appearance amd Thermes Printers and Other Hardware Nebeork amd inbert Conmecblons F leer Accounts g 3 9 Add or Qemove Prmyrares alia Language and Regional i Sounds Sprech and dud Deres fooessinhty Optroms P Performance and Maintenance Sample Control Panel window as a Web page The addition of the name of the folder and instructions for how to use the folder on the left give the window the appearance of a Web page Setting up for communications In order to connect to the Internet use an online service or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer you need A modem one comes with your computer A telephone line A browser or communications program An Internet Service Provider ISP or online service if you plan to use the Internet 1 D 4 Enhancing Productivity Setting up for communications Determining the COM port Your modem is connected to one of the computer s COM communications p
138. ng GO and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left or just refer to the computer documentation shipped with your product For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States call 800 457 7777 lf Something Goes Wrong 209 If you need further assistance Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware related Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you Toshiba s Technical Support Website For technical support or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport toshiba com Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba make sure you have Your computer s serial number The computer and any optional devices related to the problem The Recovery media that came with your system Name and version of the program involved in the problem along with its installation media Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support call the Toshiba Global Support Centre Within the United States at 800 457 7777 Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 21 0 lf Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site computers toshi
139. nges necessary to maintain uninterrupted service If Problems Arise If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required But if advanced notice is not practical the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible Also you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary If trouble is experienced with this equipment for repair or limited warranty information please contact Toshiba Corporation Toshiba America Information Systems Inc or an authorized representative of Toshiba or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at 800 457 7777 or Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved Disconnection If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line please call the telephone company and let them know of this change Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device including Fax machines to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the date and time it is sent and an ide
140. non licensed specified low power radio stations for mobile object identification systems RFID used in factory production lines Other Radio Stations Before using this equipment ensure that it does not interfere with any of the equipment listed above _ MN If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations promptly change the frequency being used change the location of use or turn off the source of emissions w Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations 24 2 Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment 1 2 3 2 4FH1 CIT 4 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHz FH This equipment uses FH SS modulation The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m CG N This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems 3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Friday 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 13 1100 Direct Dial 03 3457 5916 Fax 03 5444 9450 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan The Name of the radio equipment EY XF2CS TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number 01 N
141. nted in the window and automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and menus You can also add these toolbars to the taskbar Address bar Standard buttons Sample toolbar locations The elements you can add to the top of the window are Toolbar element Description Standard buttons Displays buttons for commonly used commands such as copying pasting deleting items changing views and browsing backward and forward 1 5 Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop Toolbar element Address Bar Links Description Opens Web pages programs folders or documents By default the address bar shows your current location and whether it is a folder or a Web page You can browse to another location by typing an address a URL a path or even a pro gram name If you start typing a previously typed address the AutoComplete feature fin ishes the address for you Displays buttons to Web sites Displaying a toolbar in a window 1 Open the Start menu and select My Computer 2 On the View menu point to Toolbars then click the name of the toolbar you want to display The toolbar appears below the menu bar of the current window Displaying information about each folder In addition to displaying the contents of each window you might find it helpful to have the operating system display the name of the folder and brief information about how to use the folder This means displaying an i
142. ntification of the business or other entity or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business other entity or individual The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long distance transmission charges In order to program this information into your fax transmission refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment consult your telephone company or a qualified installer Instructions for IC CS 03 Certified Equipment 1 NOTICE The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document s The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with
143. ntside bus The primary pathway bus between the CPU and the computer s main memory Also called system bus See also bus function keys The keys labeled F1 through F12 typically located on the keyboard Their function is determined by the operating system and or individual programs gigabyte GB A unit of data equal to 1 073 741 824 bytes 1024 x 1024 x 1024 bytes See also byte ground A conductor to which all components of an electric circuit are connected It has a potential of zero 0 volts is connected to the earth and is the point of reference for voltages in the circuit hard disk A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can be magnetically coded with data Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are used for long term storage of programs and data The primary or only hard disk in a computer is usually fixed but some computers have secondary hard disks that are removable By default the primary hard disk is referred to as drive C hardware The physical components of a computer system Compare software Hibernation A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work including all open files and programs when you turn the computer off When you turn on the computer again your work is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off See also Standby Suspend high density dis
144. o press the manual eject button This button is in the small hole next to the disc eject button on the right side of the computer Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it 202 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Some discs run correctly but others do not If the problem is with an application CD ROM refer to the software s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program s needs sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer Adjust the volume control Press Fn Esc to see if Volume Mute is enabled If you are using external headphones or speakers check that they are securely connected to your computer The computer emits a loud high pitched noise This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud Adjust the volume control PC Card problems PC Cards PCMCIA compatible include many types of devices such as a removable hard disk additional memory or a pager Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards If you are having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together several sections in this chapter may apply Resource conflicts can cause problems when using PC Cards See Using PC Cards on page 140
145. obile Computing 1 31 Traveling tips After repeated use the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them Under federal state and local laws it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash Please be kind to our shared environment Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere call Toshiba at 800 457 7777 Traveling tips The environmental precautions listed in Selecting a place to work on page 41 also apply while traveling Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or covered in dust Always travel with the computer in a carrying case Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals power cords cables and compact discs Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information TECHNICAL NOTE When traveling by air you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment The X ray equipment will not harm your computer Chapter 4 Expansion Options Your computer is designed to work in your office as well as on the road This chapter explains how to set up several optional external devices so that your notebook can provide all the convenience of a t
146. oblem try using Windows Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first For help on hardware conflicts 1 Click Start then click Help and Support 2 Click the Hardware link in the window s left pane A list of category links appears 3 Click the Fixing a hardware problem link 4 Choose from specific topics and follow the steps If there is still a problem the operating system should display a message that explains the conflict A plan of action The smooth operation of the system depends on the interaction of all devices programs and features If the system or one of its attached devices is not working resolving the problem can be time consuming and frustrating The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to work together is to add and set up one device at a time After you add each device test it to make sure it and all previously connected devices work The device most recently connected to the system is the one most likely to be causing a hardware conflict 1 90 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Computer components need resources to accomplish a task A device such as a disk drive or a modem needs a channel to the computer s Central Processing Unit CPU It also needs a direct channel to the computer s memory to store information as it works These channels of communication are commonly referred to as system resources Int
147. occur to you your organization or others as a result of the inability to access the hard drive To register a user only password in System Setup 1 Click Start then click Shutdown and click OK The computer shuts down Hold down the Esc key and press and hold the power button until the on off light on the system indicator panel illuminates green for approximately one second When the following message appears on the screen Check system Then press F1 key press F1 The System Setup screen appears Press H to move to the HDD PASSWORD section on the screen Press the spacebar to select User Only password mode Press the down arrow key to move to the User Password section Press the spacebar then type a password of 1 to 16 characters and press Enter You may use any combination of letters and numbers in your password Toshiba Utilities 1 T Hard disk drive passwords 7 When System Setup prompts you to verify the password type it again and press Enter If the two passwords match System Setup displays Registered If the two passwords do not match an error message appears Repeat steps 6 and 7 to enter the password again Press End to save the change When System Setup prompts you to confirm your change Press Y Deleting or changing a hard disk drive user only password in System Setup To delete or change a user only password in System Setup 1 Click Start then click Shutdown and c
148. odules ccceeeeee 138 Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay 139 Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay 140 Using PC CardScan 140 Hot swapping PC Cards ccce 140 Inserting a PC Card ne 141 Removing a PC Card nenn 142 Using a Secure Digital SD Card eee 143 Inserting an SD Card nccc 143 Removing an SD Card nccc 144 Using the i LINK port oaeiae 145 Chapter 5 Enhancing Productivity 146 Windows XP special features 0 cceeeee 146 Personalizing your desktop ccnn 147 Customizing the taskbar eee 147 Bringing the world to your desktop 148 Changing desktop and browsing style 149 Personalizing individual windows 6 150 Customizing window toolbars 151 Displaying information about each folder 152 setting up for COmMMuNICATIONS cece 153 Contents 33 Determining the COM port ee 154 Using the Ethernet LAN Port 155 Accessing a LAN eicere 155 Setting up a direct cable connection 156 Using audio features cecce 156 Using external speakers or headphones 157 Recording SOUNCS ccceeeecesseeeesereeeens 158 Using a MICrophone ceee 158 Chapter 6 Toshiba Utilities nas 160 FDO sareren en ateeeteeteeeeeeees erie 161 Starting FN SSE ereere 161 Assigning a key to a program or document 162 Viewing existing key assignments 164 Changing or removing existing key aS SON
149. ograms and documents If you are unsure how to do this refer to your operating system documentation Click OK to associate the folder with the key you just selected To open a popup list showing the items in that folder press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any Windows program Viewing existing key assignments To view the existing key assignments choose Assignments from the Fn esse keyboard Fn esse displays the Function Key Assignments dialog box This box lists all the key assignments and the program or document to which each key is assigned To view items in a popup list click the Expand popup lists check box Changing or removing existing key assignments 1 Inthe Fn esse keyboard click the key you wish to change with the secondary button Fn esse displays the Assignment Type dialog box 2 To change the key assignment click Direct or Popup and continue as if you were creating a new assignment 3 To remove the key assignment click Clear Toshiba Utilities 1 65 Hotkey utility Hotkey utility The hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you use the hot key combination for Standby Fn F3 and Hibernation Fn F4 To activate the utility 1 Click Start All Programs Toshiba Utilities and then click Hotkey utility The Hotkey window appears Toshiba Hotkey r Display a Standby confirmation message if Fn F3 is pushed r Display a Hibernation confirmation message if
150. omputer and have immediate access to all the devices For more information see the accessories information package that comes with the device or visit accessories toshiba com Optional Advanced Port Replicator Ill The optional Advanced Port Replicator II enhances your mobility because it provides ports that enable you to connect to many expansion devices The replicator provides more USB ports than the computer enabling you to use more USB compatible devices at the same time If you use the optional Advanced Port Replicator HI the only other computer port you can use at the same time 1s the modem port This is because attaching the replicator makes every port except the modem port inaccessible Back of the optional Advanced Port Replicator Ill The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area network using a 10 100 Ethernet link The RGB monitor port lets you connect an external monitor For more information see Using an external monitor on page 136 1 3 4 Expansion Options Using the optional Advanced Port Replicator III a gt oc Use the Universal Serial Bus USB ports to connect the optional external USB diskette drive or other USB peripherals You can connect the AC adapter to the DC IN jack on the optional Advanced Port Replicator HI Use the Universal Serial Bus USB ports to connect the optional external USB diskette drive or other USB peripherals Using the optional Advanced Po
151. omputer is off before you attach the monitor Connecting a monitor with the computer s power on may damage the monitor the computer or both 2 Connect the monitor s video cable to the RGB monitor port on the computer or the optional Advanced Port Replicator III 3 Connect the monitor s power cable to a power source 4 Turn on the external monitor 5 Turn on the computer The computer will use the external monitor and disable the built in display panel If your external monitor can display high resolution video modes greater than 800 x 600 you can take advantage of this feature by changing the video mode in Display Properties in the Control Panel Using both screens simultaneously You can view information on the computer s built in display and an external monitor simultaneously The size of the display image on each screen depends upon the video mode To send information to both the built in display panel and the external monitor 1 Press Fn and F5 simultaneously 2 While holding down Fn press F5 repeatedly pausing between each press until you get the desired setting This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order built in display only external monitor only and simultaneous display 1 38 Expansion Options Connecting a mouse or a printer 3 Release the Fn key yas HINT Simultaneous mode works only with external monitors cH that support 800 x 600 resolution and higher KY
152. onfiguration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem To do this use the options in the Startup menu To open the Startup menu 1 Restart your computer 2 Press F8 when your computer starts and before Windows starts loading lf Something Goes Wrong 1 S The Windows operating system is not working The Windows Advanced Options menu displays these options Safe Mode Safe Mode with Networking gt gt Sd Safe Mode with Command Prompt Enable Boot Logging Enable VGA Mode Last known good configuration your most recent settings that worked Directory Services Restore Mode Windows domain controllers only Debugging Mode Start Windows normally Reboot Return to OS Choices menu See your Windows documentation for further explanation TECHNICAL NOTE If your computer is connected to a network the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode Z 1 88 lf Something Goes Wrong The Windows operating system is not workin p 8 SY 8 Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet They include modem speed telephone line conditions time of day when everyone else is surfing your access can be slow and popularity of the site If accessing a particular site is very slow try later My browser cannot find the URL add
153. or displayed on a screen For a printer resolution is expressed in dots per inch dpi For a screen it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically restart Synonymous with reboot To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the computer off See also boot RJ11 A modular connector used on most U S telephone systems and direct connect modems The RJ11 connector is a 6 wire connector 250 ROM read only memory Non volatile memory that can be read but not written to By non volatile we mean that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power This type of memory is used to store your computer s BIOS which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up See also BIOS memory Compare RAM S select To highlight or otherwise specify text data or graphics with the intent to perform some operation on it serial Processes that occur one at a time In communications it means the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single channel Most computers have a serial port which provides a serial interface between the computer and a single device and or a USB port which provides a high speed connection to multiple devices See Universal Serial Bus USB Compare parallel shortcut See keyboard shortcut software See program Compare hardware Standby A feature of some Windows opera
154. orts The default setting for the modem is COM3 The following procedure is intended to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings If you re having trouble connecting through the modem you may need to determine the current COM port name and possibly change it To find out which port your modem is connected to in the operating system 1 Click Start click Control Panel then Printers and Other Hardware The Control Panel opens 2 Click Phone and Modem options The Phone and Modem options window appears 3 Click the Modems tab A location box appears 4 Make a note of the COM port number shown in the Attached to field 5 To verify that the modem is set up properly double click the COM port to which your modem is connected The Toshiba Software Modem Properties box appears In the device status area the computer should indicate whether the modem is working properly 6 If the modem isn t working properly click Troubleshooting and follow the instructions 7 Click OK to close the Properties box then the Phone and Modem options box 8 Close the Control Panel Enhancing Productivity 1 DD Setting up for communications Using the Ethernet LAN Port If your operating system is Windows XP Professional you can connect your computer to a Local Area Network LAN at work or from a remote location When your computer starts the Windows operating system at
155. p for Effective Not in Use Presentation Monitor Power OFF L 30 minutes Long Life HDD Power OFF amp T 30 minutes Copy of Full Power System standby C1 System hibernation F as HDs TEET Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window By changing the options that appear in the Power Saver Properties dialog box and clicking OK you can reconfigure that function You may choose a power saving management strategy to best suit your computing needs If you are running on batteries and the programs that you are using do not require a lot of system resources you may experience longer work sessions by enabling the Normal setting Any options that you change become the active settings when you exit the program You do not have to restart your system before they become active settings Mobile Computing 1 25 Changing the main battery Using a hot key to select the power usage mode 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the power usage pop up window 2 While continuing to press Fn press F2 until you select the desired power usage mode 3 Release the Fn key The computer is now in the selected mode Changing the main battery A CAUTION When handling battery packs do not drop or knock them Also be careful not to damage the casing or short circuit the terminals When your main battery has run out of power you have two options plug in the AC Adapter or install a fresh main battery
156. ple a D drive Recover your hard disk drive to the factory set default state without the HDD Recovery partition Delete your hard disk drive recovery partition without the risk of losing your data Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with your computer Creating Recovery CDs DVDs Copying the Hard Drive Recovery Utilities to CD or DVD gives you the ability to recover your hard disk drive and reclaim additional hard disk space used to store the Hard Drive Recovery Utilities on your computer NOTE The system will prompt you to insert the appropriate number of CDs or DVDs to copy the Hard Drive Recovery Utilities If your optical disk drive is not writable contact TOSHIBA Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system To create recovery CDs DVDs B 1 Double click the Recovery Disc Creator icon on the Windows desktop You can also launch the application by clicking Start All Programs then Hard Disk Recovery Utilities 2 Select CD DVD or All Files to create Recovery media on both CDs and DVDs Getting Started 65 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Recovery Disc Creator Type CD ODVD O Al Files Name Type Progress TOSHIBA Recovery CD1 cD Z TOSHIBA Recovery CD2 cD TOSHIBA Recovery CD3 cD TOSHIBA Recovery CD4 cD M TOSHIBA Recovery CD5 cD TOSHIBA Applications and Drivers CD 1 2 CD TOSHIBA Applications and Drivers CD 2 2 cD Progress C Verify d
157. porting and exporting profiles refer to the online help Quick Connect The Quick Connect feature switches the Wireless LAN connection to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector Once the projector utility is installed launching the Quick Connect utility automatically opens the Wireless Data Projector Application There you can configure how you would like to use the projector To connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector 1 Click the icon in the system tray 2 Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector DPJ then click Connect Launching Quick Connect prevents you from using the network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 233 ConfigFree Utilities wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad hoc If you are connected to an access point the connection is broken and re established later To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary 1 Click the icon in the system tray 2 Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector DPJ then click Settings The Quick Connect properties dialog box appears 3 Complete the settings Refer to the online help if necessary 4 Click OK NOTE The default connection setting is for Ad hoc mode therefore if the setting on the Toshiba Wireless Projector is in Infrastructure mode it will not connect however you can change the settings to Infrastructure mode to ma
158. r Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices used in the neighborhood and displays information about them on a virtual map For more information see Search for Wireless Devices on page 227 Profile Settings The Profiles utility lets you switch between network configurations For more information see Profile Settings on page 230 223 29 4 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen and how to start and setup ConfigFree For more detailed information on setting up and using ConfigFree see the Help File included in the application Starting ConfigFree To start ConfigFree be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection Then perform any of the following Steps Microsoft Windows XP or 2000 Click the Start button and select All Programs TOSHIBA Networking ConfigFree Double click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar Press the Toshiba Assist button if applicable to your system to open the Toshiba Assist and then click the ConfigFree icon Click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar and then click the desired utility NOTE lf your computer is not connected to a network the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar is displayed with an X When you start a search for wireless devices ConfigFree Launcher
159. r into Standby mode in three ways By pressing the hot key combination Fn F3 PS By pressing the power button By closing the display panel To put the computer into Standby mode when you press the power button or close the display panel you must preset the mode 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears 4 Click on the Setup Action tab Learning the Basics 1 1 3 Using Standby TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties 2 leg a gt Curent power source AC power Battery remaining 100 Standby Life Time 67 hours Life under Hibernation Time 27 days Setup Items Manual Setup When press the power button Shut down When close the lid N Hibernate Prompt for password when A computer resumes from standby O En be Disable Setup Alarm ave ae Low battery alarm Critical battery alarm Alarm level O g a 10 2 Notification method ES Message Message Action after alarm f No action w Hibernate m m Run program Disable iv Disable 32 Copy x Delete Setup Options Create New Profile Sample Full Power Properties window 5 Select Standby for the options you want When I press the power button Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you pr
160. r permanent damage to the PC Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the PC to an authorized service center Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk the drive or both Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields such as large stereo speakers Information on disks is stored magnetically Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files Handle discs carefully Avoid touching the surface of the disc Grasp it by its center hole and edge If you handle the disc incorrectly you could damage the disc and possibly lose data 4 8 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet Occasionally even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus You need a special program to check for viruses Ask your dealer to help you Important information on your computer s cooling fan Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer The cooling fan may be located on the bottom of the computer CAUTION T0 prevent possible overheating of the CPU make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is not blocked The fan draws in air by creat
161. raditional desktop computer To order additional devices and accessories see the accessories information provided with your computer or visit accessories toshiba com Using your computer at the office By connecting an external full size keyboard an external monitor a mouse and a printer you can work with your computer as if it were a standard office model You can connect a monitor and USB compatible devices such as the keyboard mouse and printer directly to the computer or to the optional Advanced Port Replicator III For information on connecting a mouse and a printer see the Getting Started chapter on page 41 If you want to connect your computer to the office network you can use the LAN port or your wireless LAN Wi Fi capability 132 Expansion Options 1 33 Using an expansion device Using an expansion device The expansion port is used to connect your computer to an expansion device This is an excellent investment if you are using your computer both in and out of the office When you return to your desk you can then connect to your network print reports from your computer or use a mouse instead of the TouchPad Connecting cables for each of these devices every time you return to the office is time consuming and inconvenient With an expansion device you can leave external devices connected while you are using your computer away from your desk When you return you can quickly connect your c
162. rams and data that cannot be used to start the computer Compare system disk 0 online Available through the computer Online may refer to information being read from your own computer s hard disk such as online documentation or online help or to information coming from another company on a company network or the Internet operating system A set of programs that controls how the computer works Examples of operating systems are the Windows XP Professional and Windows 2000 operating systems P palette See color palette parallel Processes that occur simultaneously In communications it means the transmission of more than one bit of information at a time On some computers a parallel port provides a parallel communications interface between the computer and an appropriate device Compare serial password A unique string of characters which you enter to verify your identity to the computer or the network PC Card A credit card sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers PC Cards provide functions such as modem fax modem hard disk drive network adapter sound card or SCSI adapter peripheral Any device such as a printer or joystick that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer s CPU pixel Short for picture element The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer Plug and Play Generally refers to the computer
163. rd cable and result in a short circuit or electric shock When you connect the AC adapter to the computer always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User s Guide Connecting the power cord cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adapter DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched As a general Safety precaution avoid touching any metal parts A CAUTION Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible Use of any incompatible adapter could damage your computer Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC IN on the rear of the computer Getting Started 53 Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cord cable to a live electrical outlet WARNING Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling D gt The AC power light on the indicator panel glows green The computer s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery s current charge Glows amber while the main battery is being charged AC adapter connected Glows green when the main battery is fully charged
164. rd link located under the suggested topics Follow the steps listed in the Windows help to set up your password protected screen saver To ensure the password protection is activated after pressing Fn F1 to activate instant security wait ten seconds before walking away from the computer 21 O Hot Keys Power usage mode Power usage mode Fn C e This hot key displays the power usage pop up win dow and cycles through the battery save modes gaa High Power Sample power usage modes The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility For more information see TOSHIBA Power Saver on page 170 PD sirios 21 Standby mode F3 Fn This hot key puts the computer into Standby mode A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Standby mode You can choose not to display this message box Do vou with to switch the machine to standby Do not show this message in the future Sample Standby confirmation box For more information about Standby mode please see Using Standby on page 111 21 8 Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode F4 Fn This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode If Hibernation mode is enabled the default a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode You can choose not to display this message box Do vou wish
165. ress I typed in Make sure you separated the domain names of the address with the forward slash Check the spelling of each name and the syntax of the address carefully A single incorrect letter or missed character comma instead of period dot or other mistake makes it impossible for your browser to locate the site My browser cannot find a site I bookmarked The World Wide Web is constantly changing A site you bookmarked yesterday may not be available today or its server may be down for temporary repair Try again later The Windows XP operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly but you still have a problem using your computer the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem To access Windows XP Help and Support 1 Click Start then click Help and Support The Help and Support window appears 2 Then do one or both of the following o In the search field type the topic of the problem with which you need help and follow the on screen instructions lf Something Goes Wrong 1 89 Resolving a hardware conflict Click a problem about which you would like help from the listings and follow the on screen instructions You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu or by going to pesupport toshiba com Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware pr
166. rformance and Maintenance Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears 4 Click on the Setup Action tab Seen eR ee ee a TL JA TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties 10 i Standby Lite Time GT Fouts Life under Hibematon Tame at daya Manual Setua ahin press the powa buthor Chul down iy When Il clone the id FaN Hbense H Prompt hor pacsevoed viar computer resumes hom standby Gar C Enable Citable Setup Alam Th 7 T A E Low bie alaen Fe Critical batery alam ens A 10 Mohicshon method ES Kessege T Message Acton aller alarm al No action De Hiema Run pogam pm Disable e Disable Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window Learning the Basics 09 Using Hibernation 5 Select the options you want from the drop down lists When I press the power button Set this option to Shutdown if you want the computer to turn off when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Shutdown if you want the computer to turn off when you close the display panel Click Apply Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window then close the Control Panel Going into Hibernation mode If you are not connected to a Windows network server domain server power off the computer using the Hibernation command as follows 1 Click Start Turn off computer The Turn off computer
167. ries The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer was shipped resulting in the following error message during startup BAD RTC BATTERY BAD CHECKSUM CMOS CHECK SYSTEM NOTE The above error message may vary by computer model The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even when the AC adapter is charging the computer The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on If the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working To recharge the RTC battery plug the computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on If the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged a warning prompts you to reset the real time clock The computer can be used while the RTC battery is being charged although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored Mobile Computing 1 21 Monitoring main battery power Monitoring main battery power q_ The computer s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery s current charge Glows amber while the main battery is being charged AC adapter connected G
168. ries toshiba com Keyboard problems If when you type strange things happen or nothing happens the problem may be related to the keyboard itself The keyboard produces unexpected characters A keypad overlay may be on If the numeric keypad or cursor control light is on press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off the numeric keypad light If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard Refer to the software s documentation and check that the program does not assign different meanings to any of the keys 1 96 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages If you have a second keyboard try it If it works the first keyboard may be defective or incompatible with your computer Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions The display is blank Display Auto Off may have gone into effect Press any key to activate the screen You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously If you have registered a password press the Enter key type the password and press Enter If no password is registered press Enter The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working If you are us
169. rmany Greece Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg Mexico Netherlands New Zealand Norway Peru Portugal Singapore Spain Sweden Switzerland UK Uruguay USA Venezuela 19 Approved Countries Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table CAUTION Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hong Kong Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg Malaysia Netherlands New Zealand Norway Philippines Portugal Singapore Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand UK USA Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum FHSS radio technology and is compliant to Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group 20 CAUTION Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology and TOSHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth products with all PCs and or equipment using Bluetooth w
170. rnation mode 218 instant password security 214 keyboard 220 keyboard overlays 221 password security 214 power usage mode 216 Stand By mode 217 Standby mode 217 volume control 213 volume mute 213 hot keys 214 power usage modes 125 hot swapping 140 precautions 141 Hotkey utility 165 Industry Canada requirement 4 inserting CDs and DVDs 100 installing memory module 58 Internal External mode 198 Internet bookmarked site not found 188 slow connection 188 URL address not found 188 IRQ Interrupt Request 190 J jacks headphone 157 speaker 157 K keyboard character keys 87 connecting external USB 136 Ctrl Fn and Alt keys 88 external 136 Fn esse 161 function keys 89 hot keys 221 layout 87 not working 184 196 numeric overlay 90 unexpected characters 195 keyboard full size 88 L LCD panel closing 82 lighting 44 main battery removing 125 Master password 175 memory installing additional 58 problem solving 193 removing expansion slot cover 60 memory cards Secure Digital 144 microphone using 158 Microsoft Support Online Web site 189 modem determining COM port 154 problem solving 206 resetting port to default settings 154 upgrading 154 modes Hibernation 104 Standby 104 256 monitor not working 196 moving the computer 84 network 169 accessing 155 Dial Up Networking Wizard 155 0 optional additional equipment memory modules 58 Noteworthy computer lock cable 84 pP
171. roved 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 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications In event that any interference is found the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery Using this equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz for second generation low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low power radio station 1 Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product The frequency bandwidth of this equipment may operate within the same range as Industrial devices scientific devices medical devices microwave ovens licensed radio stations and
172. roviding all the functionality of a full size keyboard Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter except that The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page The lowercase el and the number 1 are not interchangeable The uppercase O oh and the number 0 are not interchangeable _ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to uppercase the number and symbol keys are not affected The light on the Caps Lock key glows when you press the Caps Lock key OO Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Making your keyboard emulate a full size keyboard Although your computer s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full size keyboard it has fewer keys A standard full size keyboard has two Enter Ctrl and Alt keys editing keys cursor positioning keys and a numeric keypad Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full size keyboard Your computer s keyboard has only one Enter and one Ctrl key Most of the time this does not matter However some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full sized keyboard Using th
173. rre 222 Getting Started 2 224 Starting ConfigFree cenn 224 ConfigFree Utilities ce eeceseessseeeeeeeens 225 Connectivity Doctor ccenn 225 Search for Wireless Devices csc 221 Profile Settings ocon 230 Quick Connect 232 Using the Automatic Switch ee 234 Semi Automatic Switch Feature 230 CTO TSSSt a rr 23 Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia computers With your new Toshiba notebook computer your access to information can accompany you wherever you go You will find that the Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system is already installed on your computer It offers exciting features and easy Internet access 30 Introduction 3 This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model please visit Toshiba s Web site at pcsupport toshiba com While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein product specifications configurations prices and system component options availability are all subject to change without notice For the most up to date product information about your computer or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options
174. rs is subject to licensing Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d une licence il doit etre utilize a l interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal Si le matriel ou son antenne d emission est installe a l exterieur il doit faire l objet d une licence CAUTION This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency range Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 GHz to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 GHz to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device Europe EU Declaration of Conformity C This device complies with the essential requirements of the R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC with essential test suites as per standards EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment 10 Hereby TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company declares that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Valmistaja TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company vakuuttaa
175. rt Replicator Ill The optional Advanced Port Replicator III connects to the expansion port on the bottom of the computer When the port replicator is attached and the power is on a small light illuminates Attaching the optional Advanced Port Replicator Ill to the computer 1 Make sure the computer is turned off 2 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer including the AC adapter cord cable Locate the expansion port on the bottom of the computer Holding the computer firmly connect the expansion port on the bottom of the computer to the connection port on top of the optional Advanced Port Replicator HI by pressing straight down 5 Connect the replicator to a power source Expansion Options 1 3 D Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive The optional external USB diskette drive allows you to use diskettes and is useful for installing software on the hard disk exchanging information with other systems and making backup copies of the files stored on your hard disk You can attach the optional external USB diskette drive to one of the USB ports on the back of the computer or to any of the USB ports on the optional Advanced Port Replicator III You can also attach it while the computer is on USB connector Eject button Diskette slot Diskette in use light Optional external USB diskette drive and connector cable z TECHNICAL N
176. ry fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer s main memory See also CPU cache LI cache L2 cache CD An individual compact disc See also CD ROM CD ROM compact disc read only memory A form of high capacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data See also CD Compare DVD ROM central processing unit CPU The chip that functions as the brain of the computer It takes information from outside sources such as memory or keyboard input processes the information and sends the results to another device that uses the information character Any letter number or symbol you can use on the computer Some characters are non printing characters such as a paragraph break in a word processing program A character occupies one byte of computer storage chip A small piece of silicon containing computer logic and circuits for processing memory input output and or control functions Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards click To press and release a TouchPad control button or mouse button In the Windows operating system this refers to the left mouse button or TouchPad control button unless otherwise stated See also double click color palette A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time
177. s For disposal reuse or recycling information please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www eiae org Contents Introduction ooo iii cccceceesseeeeesceessseeeeeeesseseesneeens 36 This guide cs coecarseeectetes ereiciceioncepstaciiaccmscetvacyaientactedtn 3 SaO eee nen en ne 38 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 39 Service options wicctiusintucenrctesssiateruesctiwevteuedeeiarnen 40 Chapter 1 Getting Started enna 41 selecting a place tO WOFK uu cece eceeseeeeeseeeeenees 41 Creating a computer friendly environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable eee 42 Other Precautions serere 46 Important information on your computer s cooling fan ccce 48 Setting Up your COMPUTED sacer 49 Setting up your SO WaAre eneen 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba 50 Adding external devices ccce 5 Connecting the AC adapter 51 Using the main battery 54 Contents 29 Using the computer for the first time 55 Opening the display panel 55 Your computer s features and specifications 56 Turning ON the POWES eccere 06 Adding memory optional cceceeeeeesseeeeees 98 Installing a memory module seene 08 Removing a memory Module 61 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities ose 63 Creating Recovery CDs DVDs eceeeee 64 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition 0 0 ccsesssseeeesessseeees 66 Hard Di
178. s and Other Hardware 2 Select Toshiba Controls This displays the Toshiba Controls Properties dialog box 3 Select the box under the TOSHIBA Assist button section to bring up the available options There are six options available when assigning a function to the TOSHIBA Assist button TOSHIBA Assist Starts your Internet browser Internet Explorer Starts your email Outlook Express Directs the display to a TV through the S video port Getting Started ST Powering off the computer Disables the button Starts a custom program 4 Select the option to which you wish to assign the TOSHIBA Assist button To assign a custom program choose Select your program and enter the appropriate information for the program or select Browse to find the program 5S Click OK twice when finished Customizing your computer s settings There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details You may also wish to customize your power usage settings For more information see Changing the main battery on page 125 There are additional custom settings you can choose See Toshiba Utilities on page 160 Powering off the computer It s a good idea to power off your computer when you are not using it for a while If you are using the computer for the first time leave the computer plugged in
179. s see Setting up your computer on page 49 Opening the display panel Press the display panel latch and lift the display panel LO POSS P eS On g i D gt k fo Q Opening the display panel CAUTION 10 avoid damaging the display panel do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily Never lift or move the computer using the display panel Small bright dots may appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer Your display contains an extremely large number of thin film transistors TFTs and is manufactured using high precision technology Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology 56 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time NOTE 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 screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen Your computer s features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series Your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis unl
180. set up your software 1 From the welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft s End User License Agreement and click Next 3 Select the appropriate option from the Help protect your computer screen and click Next 00 Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Enter the computer name and description and click Next or Skip Select how your computer will connect to the internet and click Next The computer will pause for a moment while checking for an internet connection A window will display the message An Internet connection could not be chosen NOTE If you are connecting your computer to a network consult your system administrator before you choose your computer name and network settings Follow the remaining screen prompts to complete the setup process Once you click the final screen your computer restarts automatically Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended and allows Toshiba to send the Customer periodic updates announcements and special offers applicable to the product Product registration can be completed during the initial start up process of your computer If you opt not to register at that time you can either double click the icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba web site at www register toshiba com Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Custom
181. should glow green and the battery light should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is 1 3 Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries being charged If the DC IN or AC power light indicator does not glow power is not being supplied Check the connections for the AC adapter and power cord 5 Charge the battery pack until the battery light glows green If you have extra battery packs rotate their use If you will not be using the system for an extended period more than one month remove the battery pack Disconnect the AC adapter when the battery is fully charged Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours disconnect the AC adapter Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack should last for years depending on use When the battery pack needs replacing the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged wanes Ne computer s main battery is a Lithium lon Li lon battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible it may be illegal Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba M
182. sk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media ccce 69 Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility 12 Installing drivers and applications 13 CONNECTING A MOUSE aneren 73 CONNECTING a printer lce 74 Connecting the Modem seeen 76 Connecting other external devices cc ee 77 Using the TouchPad ccce Tf Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 18 Using the Toshiba Assist button 19 Customizing your computer s settings 81 Powering off the computer cee eeeeseeeseees 8 Closing the display panel accenn 82 Different ways to turn the computer on 00 e ee ee E 83 Caring for your COMPUTET eee eee eeeee seers 83 Cleaning the computer eeens 83 Moving the COMPUTEL cccceeeeeeesseeeeeeees 64 Using a computer lOCK accen 84 30 Contents Chapter 2 Learning the Basics cceeeeeeeee 89 Computing tips scotserzes totersiencaleeeecetassieeeeeonstaianatones tess 85 Using the keyboard ccccccccesseeeeseseeeeeeseeeeens 87 Character keys ccccccccccscsssssseessssseeeessseeeeess 87 Making your keyboard emulate a full size keyboard enn 88 Ctrl Fn and Alt keyS eenen 88 Function OWS ec excosccinccepsecacecncteasacanonmenmetereorastes 89 Windows special KeyS cccceceeeceeeeeeereen 89 Overlay KOYS ccceccccsecccsseescsseeseseeeseseeeseneeens 90 SAVING YOU WOKK c eee eee eccceeseeeeecseeeeeeeeeeenens 91 P DUNO VOUT W
183. so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor If you are using a conventional chair Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips If necessary use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower curve of your spine If necessary use a cushion to provide extra back support Lower back support cushions are available at many office supply stores Sit with your back straight so that your knees hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you work Avoid slumping forward or leaning back too far Lighting Proper lighting can improve the visibility of the display and reduce eyestrain gt gt Position the display panel or external monitor so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that could shine directly in your eyes If possible use soft indirect lighting in your computer work area A cGAUTION Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes Getting Started 4p Selecting a
184. splay not working 198 external keyboard not working 196 external monitor 196 faulty memory 193 hardware conflict 189 190 high pitched noise 202 illegal operation 183 Internet bookmarked site not found 188 Internet connection is slow 188 keyboard not responding 184 keyboard produces unexpected characters 195 missing files trouble accessing a disk 198 modem not receiving or transmitting 206 no sound 202 non system disk or disk error 186 200 PC Card 202 checklist 203 error occurs 205 not recognized 204 slots appear dead 203 power and batteries 194 printer 205 206 program not responding 182 program not working properly 200 screen does not look right flickers 197 system resources 190 trouble prevention 207 URL address not found 188 warning resume failure 185 Windows won t start 185 Windows XP not working 186 programs not running correctly 200 protection of stored data 2 R real time clock RTC battery 117 recording sounds 158 registering computer 50 remaining battery power 121 removing CDs and DVDs 100 main battery 125 Restart command 103 restoring work 96 RGB monitor port 133 RJ11 modem jack connecting telephone cable 76 running the computer on battery power 115 S safety computer 131 disposing of batteries 130 precautions 46 saving files 91 screen blank 196 does not look normal flickers 197 secondary control button 78 Secure Digital card 144 inserting 143 removing 144
185. ssssseeeneeens 116 Power management 117 Using additional batteries 0 0 118 Charging batteries 118 Charging the main battery ee 118 Charging the RIC battery eee 119 Monitoring main battery power 121 Determining remaining battery power 121 What to do when the main battery runs low 122 Setting battery alarms 123 Conserving battery pOWer cece 123 setting a power usage Mode 124 Changing the main battery accens 125 Removing the battery from the computer 125 Taking care of your battery 128 Safety precautions occ eececeeeeseeeeeseeeeens 128 Maximizing battery life 129 Disposing of used batteries 0 0 0 cee eeeeeeeees 130 TMA GING UD scaesnceccttacescereccessacceccssees teat aaceseceta 131 Chapter 4 Expansion Options eee 132 Using your computer at the office 132 Using an expansion device 133 Optional Advanced Port Replicator III wo 133 32 Contents Back of the optional Advanced Port PRC DIGANOT IU ieee 133 Using the optional Advanced Port Replicator III 134 Attaching the optional Advanced Port Replicator III to the computer 134 Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive aaccess 135 Using an external keyboard 136 Connecting a keyboard ceceeceeeeeeeeeeees 136 Using an external MONItOM cceeeceeeeeeeeneees 136 Connecting the MONiItOr eee 136 Connecting a mouse or a printer 138 Using Slim SelectBay M
186. t ten ett Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sit koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen Hierbij verklaart TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company dat het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essenti le eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999 5 EG Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essenti le eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999 5 EC Par la pr sente TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company d clare que l appareil Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999 5 CE Par la pr sente TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company d clare que ce Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999 5 CE qui lui sont applicables H rmed intygar TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company att denna Radio LAN device star I verensstimmelse med de v sentliga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta best mmelser som framg r av direktiv 1999 5 EG Undertegnede TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company erkl rer herved at f lgende udstyr Radio LAN device overholder de v sentlige krav og vrige relevante krav 1 direktiv 1999 5 EF Hiermit erkl rt TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company dass sich dieser diese dieses Radio LAN
187. t comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call In most but not all areas the sum of RENs should not exceed five 5 0 To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line as determined by the total RENS contact the local telephone company For products approved after July 23 2001 the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US AAAEQ HFTXXXX The digits represented by the are the REN without a decimal point e g 03 is a REN of 0 3 For earlier products the REN is separately shown on the label D Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs Contact the state public utility commission public service commission or corporation commission for information Telephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can In order to do this it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment operations or procedures If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment the telephone company will give you notice in writing to allow you to make any cha
188. t printer To create a profile 1 A U N GO Nl A A 10 11 i Click the icon in the system tray Move the pointer to Profile Click Add The Add Profile screen appears Select Capture and click OK The Add Profile screen appears Enter the name of the profile you want to create Enter any optional comments if desired Click Change Icon and select an icon for this profile Under Captured Items select the items you want to capture for this profile If connecting with a wireless network select the desired Auto Switch Settings These options are unavailable if wireless devices have been disabled Under Execute this program after switching click the Browse button and select the program file or Web site URL that is to start after switching to this profile For example to have Internet Explorer start in Windows XP after switching profiles type C Program Files Internet Explorer IEXPLORE EXE Click OK 230 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities add Profite El Cancel Sample Add Profile screen NOTE The online help provides real world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments After you set up one or more profiles you can check their settings and fine tune them as necessary Profiles can also be imported and exported This feature is useful when transferring profile settings to other computers For more information about modifying im
189. t the target SD card NOTE MMC cards multimedia cards do not work in this slot Locate the SD card slot on the left side of the computer 144 Expansion Options Using a Secure Digital SD card 1 Turn the card so that the contacts metal areas are face down Secure Digital SD card slot 2 Push the card into the slot until it locks in place Removing an SD card 1 Click Start then My Computer 2 Right click the SD drive s icon and select Eject from the pop up menu 3 Press the card inward to release it The card pops out slightly 4 Lift the left side of the computer grasp the card and pull it straight out Another method for removing an SD memory card is as follows 1 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray Click Safely Remove SD Memory Card Drive Drive D When the message displays that it is safe to remove hardware press the card inward to release it The card pops out slightly Lift the left side of the computer grasp the card and pull it straight out Expansion Options 1 A5 Using the i LINK port Using the i LINK port The i LINK port on the rear of the computer provides an extremely fast data transfer rate You can connect up to 63 external devices to the
190. tal versatile or video disc read only memory enhanced capabilities port erasable programmable read only memory file allocation table Federal Communications Commission fast infrared gigabyte hard disk drive Hypertext Markup Language Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers input output interrupt request Internet service provider kilobyte local area network liquid crystal display line printer port parallel port large scale integration megabyte Musical Instrument Digital Interface personal computer Peripheral Component Interconnect Personal Computer Memory Card International Association say 239 RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference ROM read only memory RTC real time clock SCSI small computer system interface SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SRAM static random access memory SVGA super video graphics adapter TFT thin film transistor USB universal serial bus URL uniform resource locator WAN wide area network www World Wide Web Terms A The following terms may appear in this user s guide active matrix display A liquid crystal display LCD made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active matrix technology Also known as a TFT display in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor TFT for each cell This type of display works well with notebook computers because of its shallow depth and high quality color Active m
191. tch the settings on the projector Star on the teak tray Coon reste TOG About Fe cece oe Sample Projector icon when connected with Quick Connect 23 4 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch If the wireless mode for the wireless setting is set for 5 GHz 802 1 1a Quick Connect changes this mode to 2 4 GHz 802 11b and then connects to the projector The wireless LAN configuration returns to the settings that were last used before the Quick Connect function was started If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed If you select Toshiba Wireless Projector DPJ from the ConfigFree tray menu this disconnects the wireless LAN connection If you select a profile from the ConfigFree tray menu or when you disable a wireless device If you close ConfigFree Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered on This feature is particularly useful if you want your computer to automatically switch from the network configuration you use in your office to the one you use at home The Auto Switch feature contains options for automatically switching between wired and wireless devices With these options the computer automatically switches to a wireless LAN network when the cable of the wired LAN network is removed from the computer When the cable is reconnected the
192. tempts to contact a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP server If the computer is not connected to a network it may pause a few minutes as it waits for a reply To avoid this delay you can configure the Windows operating system to disable the LAN port To disable the LAN port 1 Click Start and then click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click the System icon and select the Hardware tab then select the Device Manager button 4 Select Network Adapters then select the specific Network Adapter Secondary click the Adapter and click Disable Click Yes to confirm disabling the network card Your LAN port is now disabled Accessing a LAN To access a LAN At the office you can connect the network Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on your computer Your computer may be equipped for wireless communications If so see the next section on Exchanging data with another computer From home or while on the road yov ll need a dial up connection Ask your network administrator for the telephone number to access the network 1 56 Enhancing Productivity Using audio features Setting up a direct cable connection NOTE _ oestablish a direct cable connection you will need to purchase a Data Transfer Direct Connect cable which is sold separately To establish a direct cable connection with another computer 1 Click Start All Programs 2 Point to Accessories Communications an
193. the Slim SelectBay module Slide the Slim SelectBay latch toward the back of the computer While holding the latch slide the module out of the computer Sliding the module out 1 A Expansion Options Using PC Cards Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay To install a module into the Slim SelectBay slide the module all the way into the Slim SelectBay Using PC Cards PC Cards are credit card sized expansion cards that greatly increase the capabilities of your computer Some PC Cards combine several functions Multi function cards allow you to get the most out of your PC Card slot You may insert one Type I card or one Type II card into the computer s PC Card slot This slot contains a spacekeeper insert to keep dust and dirt out of the computer If you are not using a PC Card leave the insert in place If you are using a PC Card remove the insert and keep it in a safe place for future use Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association standard Va Hot swapping PC Cards One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on This is called hot swapping TECHNICAL NOTE For PCMCIA compatible PC Cards check the package to make sure they conform to the PCMCIA 2 1 standard or later Other cards may work with your computer but they are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use
194. the following message appears on the screen Check system Then press F1 key press F1 The System Setup screen appears 3 Press H to move to the HDD PASSWORD section on the screen 4 Select the Master Password using the down arrow key Press the spacebar then enter the master password and press Enter Toshiba Utilities 1 BT Hard disk drive passwords If you want to delete the master password leave the space blank and press Enter twice System Setup displays Not Registered The user password will also display as Not Registered Press End to save the change When System Setup prompts you to confirm your change Press Y Chapter 7 if Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your computer are relatively easy to identify and solve Others may require help from your dealer or the manufacturer of the software program This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter If all else fails contact Toshiba You will find information on Toshiba s support services at the end of this chapter Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit the failed program without shutting down the operating system or closing other programs To close a program that has stopped respo
195. the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device s are properly configured for European Community operation Approved Countries Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless network adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table CAUTION Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table NOTE This device works on passive scan only A peer to peer mode is not available in 802 11a and Turbo Mode 802 11b 2 4 GHz Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA 802 1 1a 5 GHz Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA Turbo Mode 5 GHz Canada USA Approved Countries Regions for use for the Intel PRO Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table CAUTION Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Chile Denmark Finland France Ge
196. thin that range will be highlighted To select non consecutive files hold down the Ctrl key and click the individual files you want to select Learning the Basics O Playing audio 5 Right click select File then click Send To 6 Click the icon for the destination device Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk use the Restore page in the backup program Look in the online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files Playing audio Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray The computer automatically detects a disc in the drive and opens the Audio CD window To play an audio CD select the Play Audio CD using Windows Media Player option and click OK Audio CD F Windows can perform the same action each time you insert a disk or connect a device with this kind of file A Music CD What do you want Windows to do Copy music from CD i Lb Wino Mache Piao Play enn a using V4 ws Media Player Ey Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer Take no action C Always do the selected action Sample Audio CD window The Windows Media Player window appears 98 Learning the Basics Playing DVDs Ta Tae 0700 p Sample Windows Media Player screen The Windows Media Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player To play the CD or to pause click
197. ting systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again Suspend A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again system disk A diskette that contains the operating system files needed to start the computer Any diskette can be formatted as a system disk A system disk is also called a bootable disk or a startup disk Compare non system disk system prompt The symbol in the MS DOS operating system generally a drive letter followed by a greater than sign indicating where you enter commands T TFT display See active matrix display mee 05 universal serial bus USB USB is a serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps 480 million bits per second USB can connect up to 127 peripheral devices through a single all purpose USB port USB allows hot swapping of peripherals See also bus hot swapping serial upload To send a file to another computer through a modem or network See also download USB See universal serial bus USB utility A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem Utilities are often related to computer system management Web
198. tions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use and to withstand the rigors of travel You should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or surface of the computer If the computer is used for long periods its case can become very warm You should avoid prolonged physical contact with the case to prevent skin irritation A CAUTION 0Me PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long period CAUTION Never apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or otherwise cause your computer to malfunction Getting Started 4f Selecting a place to work AWARNING Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your PC and never expose the PC to rain water seawater or moisture Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire resulting in damage or serious injury If any of these eventualities should accidentally occur immediately 1 Turn off the PC 2 Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and PC 3 Remove the battery pack Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury o
199. to a power source even though the computer is off to fully charge the main battery With the computer off it may take up to six hours to charge the main battery Guidelines for powering off the computer o If you have work in progress and aren t connected to a network use the Hibernate command to save your system settings to the hard disk so that when you turn on the computer again you automatically return to where you left off 82 Getting Started Powering off the computer To leave the computer off for a longer period power down the computer The Windows XP Professional operating system uses the Shut down command to power down the computer if you are connected to a Windows network server domain server or the Turn Off command if you are not When the hard disk drive light on the system indicator panel is on do not turn off the power Doing so may damage your hard disk For more information see Powering off the computer on page 81 CAUTION Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data Closing the display panel When you are finished using the computer power off and close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer If you close the display panel while the computer is still on one of these actions will occur If you have the audible warning set the computer will beep to notify you that
200. to switch the machine to hibernation Do not show this message in the future Sample Hibernation confirmation box If Hibernation mode is disabled this hot key will not respond For more information on Hibernation mode see Using Hibernation on page 108 wee 219 Display modes Display modes Fn a0 This hot key cycles through the power on display options The display modes are Built in display panel only Built in display panel and external monitor simultaneously External monitor only Sample display options window In order to use a simultaneous mode you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device Display brightness Fn A This hot key decreases the screen brightness Fn a This hot key increases the screen brightness 2 20 Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn fE wre This hot key enables disables the TouchPad To use the TouchPad see Disabling or enabling the TouchPad on page 78 Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Zooming applications in out Fn fe N This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom in For more information see TOSHIBA Zooming Utility on page 174 Fn rh This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom out For more information see TOSHIBA Zooming Utility on page 174 secs 2
201. ttings on your Computer IF You prefer you can switch to Advanced Mode to change the settings used for backup or restore This option i recommended for advanced users only To continue click Next Sample Backup or Restore Wizard window 3 Follow the on screen instructions 96 Learning the Basics Restoring your work Restoring your work You can also use the Backup or Restore Wizard to restore information from your backup media to your hard disk TECHNICAL NOTE When restoring files the backup program Yn L prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on 4 the hard disk Make sure the backup version is the one you want before overwriting the existing file Backing up your files Backing up your files means copying individual files to media such as a writeable CD Or you can copy entire sections of your hard disk to another device such as a tape drive or to your network partition To back up to a writeable CD optional diskette drive or other media 1 Insert the media into the appropriate drive 2 Click Start then click My Computer 3 Double click the drive that contains the file you want to copy 4 Double click the folder that contains the file then click the file you want to copy HINT You can use the Ctrl or Shift keys to select more than one file To select multiple consecutive files hold down the Shift key and click the first and then the last file all files wi
202. use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment Regulatory statements This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country region where the product is sold In addition the product complies with the following European Union EU and EFTA This equipment complies with the R 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 L utilisation de ce dispositif est autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t a accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique re u 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 22 Caution FCC Interference Statement This device complies with part15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions
203. ver Properties dialog box appears WB TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties 2 X a gt Curent power source AC power Battery remaining Standby Life Time 67 hours Life under Hibernation Time Profile Setup for Effective Use rA L Screen brightness Xk Level 8 High Power CPU control method fa O auto Hold Normal CPU process speed Level 7 DVD Playback Cooling Method Maximum Performance Setup for Effective Not in Use Presentation Monitor Power OFF l 30 minutes Long Life HDD Power OFF SB 30 minutes Copy of Full Power System standby i System hibernation al IE Delete lt Long Life High Performance gt Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window You may also access the Power Saver Properties by pressing the TOSHIBA Assist button 1 Press the TOSHIBA Assist above the left side of the keyboard The TOSHIBA Assist screen appears 2 Click Optimize and click the Power Management icon By changing the options that appear in the Power Saver Properties dialog box and clicking OK you can reconfigure that function 1 12 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup You may choose a power saving management strategy to best suit your computing needs If you are running on batteries and the programs that you are using do not require a lot of system resources you may experience longer work sessions by enabling the Normal or Long Life settings Any options that you change become the default settings
204. vironment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation Otherwise they may overheat To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from Dust moisture and direct sunlight 4 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field such as stereo speakers other than speakers that are connected to the computer or speakerphones Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters Extreme heat cold or humidity Liquids and corrosive chemicals A CAUTION lf you spill liquid into the computer turn it off unplug it from the AC power source and let it dry out completely before turning it on again If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on contact your Toshiba service representative or your network administrator Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers With a little care and proper use of the equipment you can work comfortably throughout the day Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in discomfort and possible injury If your hands wrists and or ar
205. visit Toshiba s Web Site at pcsupport toshiba com This guide This guide introduces the computer s features You can Read the entire guide from beginning to end Skim through and stop when a topic interests you Use the table of contents and the index to find specific information If you are new to computers or have not used a notebook computer before read through the first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on After that seek out whatever interests you most 3 8 Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries damage to your equipment or loss of data These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk and the icons highlight these instructions as follows y Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Ndicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NOTE Provides important information Introduction 3 Other documentat
206. will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes Leaution Changes to these settings may result in system performance or Stability issues Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration For assistance with setup changes contact Toshiba s Global Support Centre 1 1 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Using additional batteries If you spend a lot of time traveling and need to work for many hours without an AC power source you may want to carry additional charged batteries with you You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working Charging batteries NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications power management settings and features used The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer GAUTION Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in your computer plug the computer into a live electrical outlet The battery charges whether the computer is on or off Mobile Computing 1 1 Q
207. window appears Turn off computer amp l 7 I se rt Hibernate Turn Off Sample Turn off computer window with shift key held down to show Hibernate option 2 Hold down the shift key and click Hibernate Hibernate only appears when the shift key is pressed 1 1 0 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation The computer saves the state of the system including all open programs and files to the hard disk and then powers down completely If you are connected to a Windows network server domain server follow these steps to power down the computer using Hibernation 1 Click Start then Shut Down The Shut Down window appears 2 Select Hibernate from the drop down list of options 3 Click OK The computer saves the state of the system including all open programs and files to the hard disk and then powers down completely Going into Hibernation mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode in three ways By pressing the hotkey combination Fn F4 By pressing the power button By closing the display panel Starting again from Hibernation Use these instructions to restart the computer when you enter Hibernation mode by closing the display panel When using AC power open the display panel gt gt When using battery power open the display panel and press the power button until the on off light changes to green The computer returns to the s
208. work on the hard disk drive or a diskette CAUTION Always save your data even when you are using Stand by mode If your battery fully discharges your information will be lost Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low see Setting battery alarms on page 123 Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals Check your program s documentation to see if it has an automatic save feature Saving files 1 On the File menu of your Windows program click Save If you are working with a document that already has a file name this is all you need to do If you created a new document your program displays a Save As dialog box Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name 92 Learning the Basics Saving your work Document bey Mebvacdl Gre m jF Fich Test Formal ATF Sample Save As dialog box 2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored 3 Type a file name then click Save Se HINT To make another copy of the file you are currently working with choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name File names The Windows XP operating system supports long file names which can contain up to 255 characters and can include spaces Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more than eight characters You may use all
209. y Doctor screen and an orange frame describes the relevant location You can then view a possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking the exclamation point For example if the connection to a wireless network cannot be established because the wireless communication switch is turned off an exclamation point appears next to the wireless communication switch Clicking the exclamation point displays a description of the problem and a solution The following checkboxes and buttons are provided on the Connectivity Doctor screen Stay on the When checked the ConfigFree icon resides task tray in the system tray Options Displays ConfigFree setting screen Log Lets you create a diagnostic log view a history of log files or delete the history Log files are saved as CFhtmlxxxxx htm where xxxxx is the creation date and time They reside in the folder C Documents and Settings usemame Local Settings Temp About Displays the version of Connectivity Doctor Help Displays online help Close Closes the Connectivity Doctor screen Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN devices and Bluetooth devices currently used in the neighborhood and displays information about them on a virtual map 29 8 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities To search for wireless devices 1 Click the icon in the system tray 2 Click Search for Wireless Devices
210. y and the battery light may not indicate a low battery condition NOTE For optimum DVD performance Toshiba recommends that you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery power NOTE 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 screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen Mobile Computing 1 1 Running the computer on battery power In addition to the main battery you may also have a second battery installed in the Slim SelectBay If you travel and need to work for many hours without an AC power source you may purchase a battery module for use in the computer s Slim SelectBay or carry additional charged battery packs with you The computer also has an internal real time clock RTC battery The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date information It maintains this information for up to a month while the computer is turned off I TECHNICAL NOTE The RTC battery does not charge while the L computer is turned off even when AC power is attached The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on Power management Your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that
211. y you just selected To open the program or document press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any Windows program Using the keyboard or pointing device To assign a key to open a program or document 1 2 Start Fn esse Perform one of the following Using the keyboard press and hold the Fn key then press the desired assignment key Using the pointing device move the cursor over the desired key and press the secondary button The Assignment Type dialog box appears HINT If you are making a direct key assignment complete step 3 If you are making a popup assignment complete step 4 To make a direct key assignment select Direct to display the Add Edit Command dialog box then complete these Steps Enter the Description Command Line and Working Directory for the new Fn esse key assignment or click the Browse button to specify this information Click OK To make a popup assignment select Popup to display the Application Explorer dialog box then complete these Steps Select the desired folder The left side of the Application Explorer window displays the folders in the Programs menu The right side lists the programs 1 O 4 Toshiba Utilities Fn esse and documents in the folder These are the items that appear in the popup list To create a popup list with items from various folders or to pick only a few items from a folder create a new folder containing only the desired pr
212. y get the computer running but it will not solve a resource conflict Read both the lf Something Goes Wrong 1 85 Problems when you turn on the computer documentation that came with the conflicting device and Resolving a hardware conflict on page 189 The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the external diskette drive Your computer normally loads the operating system from the hard disk If you have a hard disk problem you will not be able to start the computer Insert a system diskette into the external diskette drive and press F12 when the machine starts and then use the arrow keys to select the boot up device For more information see Hard Drive Recovery Utilities on page 63 The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message The computer was placed in Stand By mode and the battery has discharged Data stored in the computer s memory has been lost However data stored in the computer s hard drive may not be affected Always save your data even when you are using the Stand By If your battery fully discharges information that has not been saved will be lost Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low For more information see Setting battery alarms on page 123 If you are running on battery power it is recommended that you do not leave the computer in Stand By mode for long periods of time To charge the battery leave the computer plugged into
213. you that all information on the C drive will be lost during the recovery process Be sure you have saved your work before proceeding 2 Click Yes to begin the restoration Once complete a message displays that the HDD has been recovered 3 Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer 68 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Recovering the C partition with a user specified size GAUTION Resizing and recovering your C drive to its factory default setting reformats all partitions on the HDD for example if you created a D drive it will be deleted during the recovery process and your information will be lost Be sure to save your work first To resize and recover your C drive 1 Press 3 on the keyboard when the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays A confirmation message appears reminding you that all partitions will be reformatted and all information will be lost during the recovery process Be sure you have saved your work before proceeding 2 Click Yes to begin the restoration and to specify the size of the C drive Press the Left Right Arrow keys to increase decrease the C drive size by GB Press the Up Down Arrow keys to increase decrease the C drive size by 5 GB NOTE The size of the C drive will display on the progress bar as you make your selections 3 Click Enter to begin the restoration Once complete a message displays that the HDD has been recovered
214. your Toshiba Computer Semi Automatic Switch Feature The computer is now configured to use the Semi Automatic Switch feature When the computer connects to an SSID ina profile a display notification window appears You can then click Switch on the window to switch profiles You can also set the option for having the switch be automatic without the need for a notification NOTE several profiles can be defined for a single SSID In this case several notification windows are displayed By clicking these windows you can switch to the profile for that location Glossary Acronyms TECHNICAL NOTE Some features defined in this glossary L may not be available on your computer The following acronyms may appear in this user s guide AC BIOS bps CD CD ROM CD RW CMOS COMI COM2 CPU DC alternating current basic input output system bits per second compact disc compact disc read only memory compact disc rewritable memory complementary metal oxide semiconductor communications port 1 serial port communications port 2 serial port central processing unit direct current 23 DMA DIMM DOS DPI DSTN DVD DVD ROM ECP EPROM FAT FCC FIR GB HDD HTML IEEE VO IRQ ISP KB LAN LCD LPT1 LSI MB MIDI PC PCI PCMCIA 238 9 direct memory access dual inline memory module disk operating system dots per inch dual supertwist nematic digital versatile or video disc digi

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