TOSHIBA
Satellite A40 Series
Portable Personal Computer
User???s Manual
Copyright
?? 2003 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the informa- tion contained herein.
TOSHIBA Satellite A40 Series Portable Personal Computer User???s Manual
FirsteditionDecember2003
Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA Satellite A40 Series Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual???s production. However, succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual.
Trademarks
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i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
TruSurround XT, TruBass, Dialog Clarity, SRS and
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TruSurround XT technology is in corporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual.
FCC information
Product Name : Satellite A40
Model number : PSA40
FCC notice "Declaration of Conformity Information"
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa- tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer- ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
???Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
???Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
???Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
???Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING: Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-compliant peripher- als or peripherals not recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer???s external monitor port, USB port, parallel port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user???s authority to operate the equipment. The modular cable that comes with the computer must be used to connect a modem.
FCC conditions
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.This device may not cause harmful interference.
2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Contact
Address: TOSHIBAAmericaInformationSystems,Inc.
9740IrvineBoulevard
Irvine,California92618-1697
Telephone: (949)583-3000
EUDeclarationofConformity
TOSHIBA declares, that the product: PSA40* conforms to the following Standards:
SupplementaryInformation: ???The product complies with the requirements of the LowVoltageDirective73/23/EEC,theEMCDirective 89/336/EECand/ortheR&TTEDirective1999/05/ EEC.???
This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directives.ResponsibleforCE-MarkingisTOSHIBAEurope,Hammfelddamm8, 41460Neuss,Germany.
VCCI Class B Information
Modem warning notice
Conformity Statement
The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision ???CTR21???] for pan- European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).
However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.
In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.
Network Compatibility Statement
This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional require- mentsconditionalinEG201121.
All other countries/regions ATAABAN003,004
Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network, please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details.
The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate national type approvals. It has not been tested for conformity to national type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific function on specific national networks can be given.
Japan regulations
Region selection
If you are using the computer in Japan, technical regulations described in the Telecommunications Business Law require that you select the Japan region mode. It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection.
Redial
Up to two redial attempts can be made. If more than two redial attempts are made, the modem will return Black Listed. If you are experiencing problems with the Black Listed code, set the interval between redials at one minute or longer.
Japan???s Telecommunications Business Law permits up to two redials on analogue telephones, but the redials must be made within a total of three minutes.
The internal modem is approved by Japan Approvals Institute for Telecommunica- tions Equipment.
A02-0604JP
Pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68:
When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give them the following information:
???The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem
???The registration number that is located on the device
The FCC registration number of the modem will be found on either the device which is to be installed, or, if already installed, on the bottom of the computer outside of the main system label.
???The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the modem, which can vary. For the REN of your modem, refer to your modem???s label.
The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOCRJ11C.
Type of service
Your modem is designed to be used on standard-device telephone lines. Connec- tion to telephone company-provided coin service (central office implemented systems) is prohibited. Connection to party lines service is subject to state tariffs. If you have any questions about your telephone line, such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it, the telephone company will provide this informa- tion upon request.
Telephone company procedures
The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment, operations, or procedures. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will give you notice in writing to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service.
If problems arise
If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immedi- ately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may temporarily discon- tinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of this disconnection. If advance notice is not feasible, you will be notified as soon as possible. When you are notified, you will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by TOSHIBA Corporation or an authorized representative of TOSHIBA Corporation.
Disconnection
If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change.
Fax branding
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity or individual. In order to program this information into your fax modem, you should complete the setup of your fax software before sending messages.
Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment
1The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user???s satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.
The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connec- tions of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.
CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections them- selves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
2The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment???s Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar to the following:
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the modem, which can vary. For the REN of your modem, refer to your modem???s label.
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termina- tion on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.
3The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this equipment is jacktype(s):USOC RJ11C.
The IC registration number of the modem is shown below.
Canada:1353A-L4AINT
Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand
Modem warning notice for Australia
Modems connected to the Australian telecoms network must have a valid Austel permit. This modem has been designed to specifically configure to ensure compli- ance with Austel standards when the country/region selection is set to Australia. The use of other country/region setting while the modem is attached to the Australian PSTN would result in you modem being operated in a non-compliant manner. To verify that the country/region is correctly set, enter the command ATI which displays the currently active setting.
To set the country/region permanently to Australia, enter the following command sequence:
AT%TE=1
ATS133=1
AT&F
AT&W
AT%TE=0
ATZ
Failure to set the modem to the Australia country/region setting as shown above will result in the modem being operated in a non-compliant manner. Consequently, there would be no permit in force for this equipment and the Telecoms Act 1991 prescribes a penalty of $12,000 for the connection of non-permitted equipment.
Notes for use of this device in New Zealand
???The grant of a Telepermit for a device in no way indicates Telecom acceptance of responsibility for the correct operation of that device under all operating conditions. In particular the higher speeds at which this modem is capable of operating depend on a specific network implementation which is only one of many ways of delivering high quality voice telephony to customers. Failure to operate should not be reported as a fault to Telecom.
???In addition to satisfactory line conditions a modem can only work properly if:
???This equipment shall not be used in any manner which could constitute a nuisance to other Telecom customers.
???Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom???s PTC Specifications are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this modem. The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliancewithTelecomSpecifications:
???Immediately disconnect this equipment should it become physically damaged, and arrange for its disposal or repair.
???The correct settings for use with this modem in New Zealand are as follows: ATB0(CCITToperation)
AT&G2(1800Hzguardtone)
AT&P1(Decadicdialingmake-breakratio=33%/67%) ATS0=0 (not auto answer)
ATS10=less than 150 (loss of carrier to hangup delay, factory default of 15 recommended)
ATS11=90(DTMFdialingon/offduration=90ms)
ATX2 (Dial tone detect, but not (U.S.A.) call progress detect)
???When used in the Auto Answer mode, the S0 register must be set with a value of 3 or 4. This ensures:
(a)a person calling your modem will hear a short burst of ringing before the modem answers. This confirms that the call has been successfully switched through the network.
(b)caller identification information (which occurs between the first and second ring cadences) is not destroyed.
???The preferred method of dialing is to use DTMF tones (ATDT...) as this is faster and more reliable than pulse (decadic) dialing. If for some reason you must use decadic dialing, your communications program must be set up to record numbers using the following translation table as this modem does not implement the New Zealand ???Reverse Dialing??? standard.
Number to be dialed: 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Number to program into computer: 0 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Note that where DTMF dialing is used, the numbers should be entered normally.
???The transmit level from this device is set at a fixed level and because of this there may be circumstances where the performance is less than optimal. Before reporting such occurrences as faults, please check the line with a standard Telepermitted telephone, and only report a fault if the phone performance is impaired.
???It is recommended that this equipment be disconnected from the Telecom line during electrical storms.
???When relocating the equipment, always disconnect the Telecom line connec- tion before the power connection, and reconnect the power first.
???This equipment may not be compatible with Telecom Distinctive Alert ca- dences and services such as FaxAbility.
NOTE THAT FAULT CALLOUTS CAUSED BY ANY OF THE ABOVE
CAUSESMAYINCURACHARGEFROMTELECOM
General conditions
As required by PTC 100, please ensure that this office is advised of any changes to the specifications of these products which might affect compliance with the relevant PTCSpecifications.
The grant of this Telepermit is specific to the above products with the marketing description as stated on the Telepermit label artwork. The Telepermit may not be assigned to other parties or other products without Telecom approval.
A Telepermit artwork for each device is included from which you may prepare any number of Telepermit labels subject to the general instructions on format, size and colour on the attached sheet.
The Telepermit label must be displayed on the product at all times as proof to purchasers and service personnel that the product is able to be legitimately connected to the Telecom network.
The Telepermit label may also be shown on the packaging of the product and in the sales literature, as required in PTC 100.
The charge for a Telepermit assessment is $337.50. An additional charge of $337.50 is payable where an assessment is based on reports against non-Telecom New Zealand Specifications. $112.50 is charged for each variation when submitted at the same time as the original.
An invoice for $NZ1237.50 will be sent under separate cover.
Optical disc drive safety instructions
NOTE: Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this section.
TEAC
CD-RW/DVD-ROM DW-224E
CAUTIONS: 1. The CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
2.Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
3.To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Location of the required label
CERTIFICATION:THIS
PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH
DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER
1, SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE
ATDATEOFMANUFACTURE.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
TEACCORPORATION 3-7-3 NAKA-CHO,
MUSASHINO-SHI
TOKYO,JAPAN
DVD Multi DV-W22E
CAUTIONS: 1. The DVD Multi drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an autho- rized service location.
2.Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
3.To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Location of the required label
CERTIFICATION: THIS
PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH
DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER
1, SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE
ATDATEOFMANUFACTURE.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
TEACCORPORATION 3-7-3 NAKA-CHO,
MUSASHINO-SHI
TOKYO,JAPAN
TOSHIBA
DVD-ROM SD-C2612
CAUTIONS: 1. The DVD-ROM drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an autho- rized service location.
2.Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
3.To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Location of the required label
PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE
MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY
WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT
THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE.
MANUFACTURED:
TOSHIBA CORPORATION 1-1, SHIBAURA 1-CHOME MINATO-KU, TOKYO 105-8001,
JAPAN
DVD-R/-RW SD-R6112
CAUTIONS: 1. The DVD-R/-RW drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an autho- rized service location.
2.Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
3.To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Location of the required label
PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE
MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY
WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT
THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE.
MANUFACTURED:
TOSHIBA CORPORATION 1-1, SHIBAURA 1-CHOME MINATO-KU, TOKYO 105-8001,
JAPAN
CD-RW/DVD-ROM SD-R2412
CAUTIONS: 1. The CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
2.Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
3.To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Location of the required label
PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE
MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY
WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT
THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE.
MANUFACTURED:
TOSHIBA CORPORATION 1-1, SHIBAURA 1-CHOME MINATO-KU, TOKYO 105-8001,
JAPAN
HITACHI
DVD-ROM GDR-8082N
CAUTIONS: 1. The DVD-ROM drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an autho- rized service location.
2.Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
3.To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Location of the required label
PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE
MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY
WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT
THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE.
MANUFACTURED:
TOSHIBA CORPORATION 1-1, SHIBAURA 1-CHOME MINATO-KU, TOKYO 105-8001,
JAPAN
DVD??RW GWA-4040N
CAUTIONS: 1. The DVD??RW drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an autho- rized service location.
2.Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
3.To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Location of the required label
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH
DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER
J APPLICABLE AT DATE OF MANU-
FACTURE.
MANUFACTURED:
Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc. 26-5, TORANOMON 1-CHOME, MINATO-KU, TOKYO, 105-0001
JAPAN
Pioneer
DVD??RW DVR-K12D
CAUTIONS: 1. The DVD??RW drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an autho- rized service location.
2.Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
3.To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Location of the required label
MFD.
SER.NO.
CERTIFICATION
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH 21
CFR 1040. 10 AND 1040. 11 EXCEPT
FOR DEVIATIONS PURSUANT TO
LASER NOTICE NO.50.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
PIONEER CORPORATION.
4-1, MEGURO 1-CHOME, MEGURO- KU, TOKYO, 153-8854, JAPAN
Panasonic
DVD Multi UJ-811B
CAUTIONS: 1. The DVD Multi drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an autho- rized service location.
2.Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
3.To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Location of the required label
SERIAL NO.
MANUFACTURED:
COMPLIESWITHFDARADIATION
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.
1-62, 4-Chome Minoshima, Hakata-Ku
Fukuoka,Japan
CD-RW/DVD-ROM UJDA750
CAUTIONS: 1. The CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
2.Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
3.To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.CD-RW/DVD-ROM UJDA750
Location of the required label
COMPLIESWITHFDARADIATION
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J.
MANUFACTURED:
Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.
1-62, 4-Chome Minoshima, Hakata-Ku
Fukuoka,Japan
International precautions
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1
PRODUKT
TO EN60825
ADVERSEL: USYNLIG
LASERSTR??LING VED ??BNING,
N??R SIKKERHEDSAF-BRYDER
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UNDG?? UDS??TTELSE FOR
STR??LING
CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a ???CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.??? To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest ???AUTHORIZED service station.??? To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
VORSICHT: Dieses Ger??t enth??lt ein Laser-System und ist als
???LASERSCHUTZKLASSE1PRODUKT??? klassifiziert. F??r den richtigen Gebrauch dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die Bedienungsanleitung sorgf??ltig durch und bewahren diese bitte als Referenz auf. Falls Probleme mit diesem Modell auftreten, benachrichtigen Sie bitte die n??chste ???autorisierte Service-Vertretung???. Um einen direkten Kontakt mit dem Laserstrahl zu vermeiden darf das Ger??t nicht ge??ffnet werden.
ADVARSEL: Denne m??rking er anbragt udvendigt p?? apparatet og indikerer, at apparatet arbejder med laserstr??ler af klasse 1, hviket betyder, at der anvendes laserstrlier af svageste klasse, og at man ikke p?? apparatets yderside kan bilve udsat for utilladellg kraftig str??ling.
APPARATET BOR KUN ??BNES AF
FAGFOLKMEDS??RLIGTKENDSKABTIL
APPARATERMEDLASERSTR??LER!
Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne advarselsm??kning, som advarer imod at foretage s??danne indgreb i apparatet, at man kan komme til at uds??tte sig for laserstr??ling.
OBS! Apparaten inneh??ller laserkomponent som avger laserstr??ining ??verstigande gr??nsen f??r laserklass 1.
VAROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sis??lt???? laserdiodin, joka l??het???? n??kym??t??nt?? silmilie vaarallista lasers??teily??.
CAUTION:USEOFCONTROLSOR
ADJUSTMENTSORPERFORMANCEOF
PROCEDURESOTHERTHANTHOSE
SPECIFIEDINTHEOWNER???SMANUAL
MAYRESULTINHAZARDOUSRADIATION
EXPOSURE.
VORSICHT:DIEVERWENDUNGVON
ANDERENSTEURUNGENODER
EINSTELLUNGENODERDAS
DURCHF??HRENVONANDEREN
VORG??NGENALSINDER
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNGBESCHRIEBEN
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HABEN.
Table of Contents
Preface
General Precautions
Chapter 1 Introduction
xxv
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Chapter 3 Getting Started
Chapter 4 Operating Basics
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes
Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords
Chapter 8 Optional Devices
xxix
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
xxx
Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Satellite A40 computer. This powerful, notebook computer is designed to provide years of reliable, high- performancecomputing.
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TOSHIBA Satellite A40 computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.
If you are a new user of computers or if you???re new to portable computing, first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer???s features, components and accessory devices. Then read Getting Started for step-by-step instructions on setting up your computer.
If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organized, and then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to look over the Special features section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are uncommon or unique to the computers and carefully read HW Setup and Passwords. If you are going to install PC cards or connect external devices such as a monitor, be sure to read Chapter 8,
Optional Devices.
Manual contents
This manual is composed of nine chapters, nine appendixes, a glossary, and an index.
Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer???s features, capabilities, and options.
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer and briefly explains how they function.
Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work area.
Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes tips on care of the computer and on using the Touch Pad, the optical media drive, external diskette drive, Wireless LAN, LAN and internalmodem.
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hotkeys.
xxxiii
Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer???s power resources and battery save modes.
Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords, explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program. It also tells how to set a password.
Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.
Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to perform some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the computer doesn???t seem to be working properly.
The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer.
The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of acronyms used in the text.
The Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual.
Conventions
This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight terms and operating procedures.
Abbreviations
On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary.
Icons
Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on.
Keys
The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard. For example, Enter identifies the Enter key.
Conventions
Key operation
Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign (+). For example, Ctrl + C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at the same time press the third.
ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text, the icon???s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the type face you see to the left.
Display
ABC Names of Windows?? or icons or text generated by the computer that appears on its display screen is presented in the type face you see to the left.
Messages
Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below.
CAUTION: Pay attention! A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment.
NOTE: Please read. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of your equipment.
General Precautions
TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury, damage to the computer or impaired performance.
Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual.
Stress injury
Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. It contains information on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists than can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3, Getting Started, also includes information on work space design, posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress.
Heat injury
???Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time (if you rest the computer on your lap, or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, for example) your skin might suffer low-heat injury.
???If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.
???The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use. This condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the AC adaptor, disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
???Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat. The material could be damaged.
Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact. Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer components or otherwise cause malfunctions.
PC card overheating
Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC card can result in errors or instability in the PC card operation. Also be careful when you remove a PC card that has been used for a long time.
Mobile phone
Use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system. Computer operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30 cm be maintained between the computer and a mobile phone in use.
Central Processing Unit ("CPU") Performance
Disclaimer
CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the followingconditions:
???Use of certain peripheral products
???Use of battery power instead of AC power
???Use of certain multimedia games or videos with special effects
???Use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections
???Use of complex modeling software, such as high end computer aided design applications
???Use of the computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude > 1,000 meters or > 3,280 feet above sea level)
???Use of the computer at temperatures outside the range of 5??C to 30??C (41??F to 86??F) or > 25??C (77??F) at high altitude (all temperature references are approxi- mate).
Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically shut down. This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions. To avoid risk of lost data, always make back-up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external storage medium. For optimum performance, use your computer product only under recommended conditions. Read additional restrictions in bundled documents. Contact TOSHIBA Service and Support for more information.
Stress injury
The cautions on use of a Satellite A40 series computer.
1. Cleaning of the dust accumulated on the cooling vent of the computer.
CAUTION: When you use your computer in a dusty area, the dusts accumulate on a cooling vent at the under side of your computer. The accumulated dusts cause insufficient heat dissipation. Clean the dusts off with vacuum cleaner.
2. Cooling vent at the underside of the computer.
COOLING VENT
CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the cooling fan???s air intake is not blocked. The fan draws in air by creating a vacuum. If the fan is blocked, it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance levelor 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.
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Open the keyboard brace
CAUTION: Memory module and the work of the replacement of the internal modem etc. detach keyboard brace, bases such as speakers and Power buttons become baring. Never touch substrates such as speakers and Power buttons of baring. It causes the breakdown when touching.
SPEAKERS OF BARING
POWER OF BARING
Open the keyboard brace
Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the computer???s features, options and accessories.
CAUTION: Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not prein- stalled by TOSHIBA.
Equipment checklist
Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packing materials for future use.
Hardware
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
???Satellite A40 Series Portable Personal Computer
???Universal AC adaptor and power cord
???USB diskette drive (Provided with some models)
???Modular cable
Software
Windows XP Home Edition/Professional
???The following software is preinstalled:
???Microsoft?? Windows XP Home Edition/Professional
???Modemdriver
???Display Drivers for Windows
???TOSHIBAUtilities
???Wireless LAN driver (Can be used only for Wireless LAN models)
???Sound Driver for Windows
???DVDVideoPlayer
???LANDrivers
???ALPSPointingdeviceDriver
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???TOSHIBAPowerSaver
???TOSHIBAConsole
???Onlinemanual
???TOSHIBAConfigFree
???TOSHIBA Touch and Launch
???TOSHIBAPCDiagroticTool
???Documentation:
???Satellite A40 User's Manual
???Microsoft Windows XP manual package
???Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort
???End User License Agreement
???ProductRecoveryDVD-ROM
Features
The computer uses TOSHIBA???s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI), Comple- mentary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage, and high reliability. This computer incorporates the following features and benefits:
Processor
Disks
Hard disk drive
USB diskette drive
DVD-ROMdrive
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive
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Because it is universal, it can receive a range of AC voltage from 100 to 240 volts; however, the output current varies among different models. Using the wrong model can damage your computer. See the AC adaptor section in Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.
Available in four sizes.
???7.94GB(30.0billionbytes)
???37.26GB(40.0billionbytes)
???55.88GB(60.0billionbytes)
???74.53GB(80.0billionbytes)
Accommodateseither31/2"1.44-megabyteor720-kilobyte diskettes. It connects to a USB port.
(Provided with some models)
Somemodelsareequippedwithafull-size,DVD-ROM drive module that lets you run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15")CDsor12cm(4.72")DVDswithoutusingan adaptor. It runs DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD- ROMs at maximum 24 speed. The drive supports the followingformats:
???PhotoCD???(single/multi-session)
???CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
???CD-ROMXAMode2(Form1,Form2)
???EnhancedCD(CD-EXTRA)
???CD-G(AudioCDonly)
???Addressing Method 2
Somemodelsareequippedwithafull-size,CD-RW/DVD- ROM drive module that lets you run CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It reads DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to 24 speed and CD-RW at up to 10 speed. For reading, this drive supports the same formats as the DVD-ROM drive.
???PhotoCD???(single/multi-session)
???CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
Features
???CD-ROMXAMode2(Form1,Form2)
???EnhancedCD(CD-EXTRA)
???CD-G(AudioCDonly)
???Addressing Method 2
DVD-R/-RWdrive Somemodelsareequippedwithafull-sizeDVD-R/-RW drive module that lets you record data to rewritable CD/ DVDsaswellasruneither12cm(4.72")or8cm(3.15")
CDs/12cm(4.72") DVDs without using an adaptor. It reads DVD-ROMsatmaximum8speedandCD-ROMsat maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to 16 speed, CD- RW at up to 10 speed, DVD-R and DVD-RW at single speed. This drive supports the same formats as the DVD- ROMdrive.
???PhotoCD???(single/multi-session)
???CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
???CD-ROMXAMode2(Form1,Form2)
???EnhancedCD(CD-EXTRA)
???CD-G(AudioCDonly)
???Addressing Method 2
DVD Multi drive Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD Multi drive module that lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as wellasruneither12cm(4.72")or8cm(3.15")CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. An ATAPI interface controller is used for CD/DVD-ROM operation. The drive reads DVDsatmaximum8speedandCDsatmaximum24speed. Itwrites DVD-RWatmaximumsinglespeed,DVD-Rand DVD-RAMatmaximum2speed,CD-Ratmaximum16 speed, and CD-RW at maximum 8 speed (High-speed media). The drive supports the following formats:
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??? PhotoCD(single/multi-session)
??? CD-ROMMode1,Mode2
??? CD-ROMXAMode2(Form1,Form2)
??? EnhancedCD(CD-EXTRA)
??? CD-G(Audio CD only)???Addressing Method 2
Display
The computer???s LCD panel supports high-resolution video graphics. The screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort and readability.
Built-in 14.1"XGATFTscreenor15.0"XGA/SXGA+TFTscreen, 16 M colors, with one of the following resolutions:
???XGA,1024horizontal??768verticalpixels
???SXGA+,1400horizontal??1050verticalpixels
Graphicscontroller Graphicscontrollermaximizesdisplayperformance.Refer
to Appendix B for more information.
Keyboard
Built-in 85 keys or 86 keys, compatible with IBM enhanced keyboard, embedded numeric overlay, dedicated cursor
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Communications
???Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9 and 6 Mbit/s. (Revision A and G, Revision B/G, A/B/G combo type)
???Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 11, 5.5, 2 and 1 Mbit/s. (Revision B)
???Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 108, 96, 72, 48, 36, 24, 18 and 12 Mbit/s. (Turbo Mode, Revision A/B/G combo type)
???FrequencyChannelSelection(5GHz:RevisionA/2.4GHz: RevisionB/G)
???Roaming over multiple channels
???Card Power Management
???Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption, based on 152bitencryptionalgorithm.(RevisionB/G,A/B/Gcombo type). Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption, based on128bitencryptionalgorithm.(RevisionBonlytype).
???Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) data encryption, based on256bitencryptionalgorithm.(RevisionB/G,A/B/Gcombo type)
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Special features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use.
Utilities
This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For details on operations, refer to each utility???s online manual, help files or readme.txt files.
TOSHIBAPowerSaver To access this power savings management program, click the Control Panel and select the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon.
Options
You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use. The following options are available:
Memory expansion 256or512MBmemorymodule(PC2700,DDR)caneasily
Chapter 2
The Grand Tour
This chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer.
Front with the display closed
Figure 2-1 shows the computer???s front with its display panel in the closed position.
DISPLAY LATCH
SYSTEM INDICATORS
Figure 2-1 Front of the computer with display closed
Display latch This latch secures the LCD panel in its closed position. Slide the latch to open the display.
System LEDs let you monitor the status of various computer indicators functions. Details are given in the Indicators section.
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Left side
Figure 2-2 shows the computer???s left side.
* Some models are not equipped with a SD card slot or a i.LINK (IEEE1394) port.
Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer
LAN active This indicator glows orange when data is being exchanged indicator (orange) between the computer and the LAN.
Link indicator This indicator glows green when the computer is connect- (green) ed to a LAN and the LAN is functioning properly.
LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor has
built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T) and Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-Tx). The LAN has two indicators. See Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for details.
CAUTIONS: 1. Do not connect cables other than LAN, otherwise it causes a failure or damage.
2.Do not connect equipment which supplies electric power, otherwise it causes a failure or damage.
Universal Two Universal Serial Bus ports are on the left side. Serial Bus The port comply with the USB 2.0 standard, which
(USB 2.0) ports enables data transfer speed 40 times faster than the USB 
1.1 standard. (The ports also support USB 1.1.)
Also two ports are on the back side.
CAUTION: Keep foreign objects out of the USB connectors. A pin or similar object can damage the computer???s circuitry.
Right side
NOTE: Operation of all functions of all USB devices has not been confirmed. Some functions might not execute properly.
i.LINK(IEEE1394) Connect an external device, such as a digital video camera port to this port for high-speed data transfer. You must connect
the AC adaptor when you use i.LINK.
PC card slot A PC card slot can accommodate one 5 mm Type II card.
CAUTION: Keep foreign objects out of the PC card slot. A pin or similar object can damage the computer???s circuitry.
SD card indicator This indicator glows green when the computer is accessing the SD card Slot.
SD card slot This slot lets you transfer data from the device to your 
computer.
CAUTION: Keep foreign objects out of the SD card slot. A pin or similar object can damage the computer???s circuitry.
Right side
Figure 2-3 shows the computer???s right side.
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION
Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer
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Fixed Optical The computer is configured with a full-size optical media media drive drive module that lets you run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") disks without using an adaptor. Refer to the Fixed
Optical media drive section in this chapter for technical specifications on each drive and to Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for information on using the drive and caring for disks.
The following drives are available:
???DVD-ROMdrive
???CD-RW/DVD-ROMdrive
???DVD-R/-RWdrive
???DVDMultidrive
???DVD??RWdrive
Modem jack In areas where an internal modem is installed as standard equipment, there is a modem jack that lets you use a modular cable to connect the modem directly to a tele- phone line.
CAUTIONS: 1. In case of a lightning storm, unplug the modem cable from the telephone jack.
2.Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem.
Volume control Use this dial to adjust the volume of the stereo speakers or the stereo headphones.
Wireless Slide this switch toward the left of the computer to turn communication off Wireless LAN function. Slide it toward the right of
switch the computer to turn on the functions (Wireless LAN modelonly).
CAUTION: Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals. Check the wireless communication indicator. It will stop glowing when the wireless communication function is off.
Wireless This indicator glows orange when Wireless LAN function communication is on (Wireless LAN model only.)
Indicator
Back side
Microphone jack A standard 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables connec- tion of a monaural microphone or other device for audio input. When you connect an external microphone, the internal microphone is automatically disabled.
Headphone jack A standard 3.5 mm mini headphone jack enables connec- tion of a stereo headphone (16 ohm minimum) or other device for audio output. When you connect headphones, the internal speakers are automatically disabled.
CD/DVD-in-use This indicator glows green when the computer is indicator accessing a diskette in the diskette drive or a disk in the
DVD-ROM, CD-RW/DVD-ROM, DVD-R/-RW,DVDMulti orDVD??RWdrive.
Back side
Figure 2-4 shows the computer???s back side.
USB PORTSCOOLING VENTS
EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT
Figure 2-4 The back side of the computer
Parallel port This Centronics-compatible, 25-pin parallel port that is used 
to connect a parallel printer or other parallel device. This port supports Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) standard.
External monitor This 15-pin port lets you connect an external monitor. port
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CAUTIONS: 1. Keep foreign objects out of the USB connectors. A pin or similar object can damage the computer???s circuitry.
2.The Security Lock Slot is between Cooling Vent. After using this computer, the Security Lock Slot is hot because of the exhaust heat from the Cooling Vent. There is a possibility of getting burnt when the Security Lock Slot is touched at this time. Therefore, be careful enough work after it is confirmed that heat is cold enough after the computer is used.
NOTE: Operation of all functions of all USB devices has not been confirmed. Some functions might not execute properly.
DC IN 15V The AC adaptor connects to this socket. Use only the model of AC adaptor that comes with the computer. Using
DC IN 15V the wrong adaptor can damage your computer.
Coolingvents These vents provide an outlet for air pulled through the computer by the fan.
CAUTION: Be careful not to block the cooling vents. Also be careful to keep foreign objects out of them. A pin or similar object can damage the computer???s circuitry.
Underside
Underside
Figure 2-5 shows the underside of the computer. Make sure the display is closed before turning over your computer.
BATTERY PACK
Battery safety lock Switch this safety lock to make the battery release latch slide freely or locked. For detailed information, refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.
Battery pack The battery pack powers the computer when the AC adaptor is not connected. For detailed information on the battery pack, refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.
Memory module This cover protects two memory module sockets
cover One or two modules are preinstalled. Refer to the Memory expansion section in Chapter 8, Optional Devices.
Fan vent Provides air flow for the fan.
* Audio/Video control buttons are provided with some models.
NOTE: If Random is selected in TOSHIBA Media Player, selecting Next or Previous advances to a random selection.
Power button Press the power button to turn the computer???s power on and off.
Touch Pad A Touch Pad located slightly in the left from the center of the palm rest is used to control the on-screen pointer. Refer to the Using the Touch Pad section in Chapter 4, Operat- ing Basics.
Touch Pad Control buttons close to the Touch Pad let you select controlbuttons menu items or manipulate text and graphics designated by
the on-screen pointer.
Sensorswitch This switch shuts down the computer when you close the cover and the panel power on/off feature is enabled.
System indicators
DC IN 15V POWER BATTERY BUILT-INHDD
Figure 2-7 System indicators
DC IN 15V The DC IN 15V indicator glows green when DC power is supplied from the AC power adaptor. If the adaptor???s output voltage is abnormal or if the power supply malfunc- tions, this indicator flashes orange.
Power The Power indicator glows green when the computer is on. If you select Standby from Shut Down Windows, this indicator flashes orange (one second on, two seconds off) while the computer shuts down.
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Battery The Battery indicator shows the condition of the
battery???s charge: Green indicates full charge, orange
indicates battery charging and flashing orange indicates a low battery charge. Refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power- Up Modes.
Built-inHDD The Built-in HDD indicator glows green when the computer is accessing the hard disk.
Keyboard indicators
The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and the CapsLockindicator.
When the F10 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you control the cursor. When the F11 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you enter numbers.
ARROW MODE
INDICATOR
NUMERIC MODE
INDICATOR
Figure 2-8 Keypad overlay indicators
Arrow mode When the Arrow mode indicator lights green, you can use the keypad overlay (gray labeled keys) as cursor keys.
Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The
Keyboard.
Numeric mode You can use the keypad overlay (gray labeled keys) for numeric input when the Numeric mode indicator lights
green. Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard.
USB diskette drive
When the CapsLock indicator glows the keyboard is in all-caps mode.
CAPSLOCK INDICATOR
Figure 2-9 CapsLock indicator
CapsLock This indicator glows green when the alphabet keys are locked in uppercase.
USB diskette drive
A 3 1/2" diskette drive accommodates 1.44-megabyte or 720-kilobyte diskettes. It connects to the USB port.
DISK-IN-USE
INDICATOR
Figure 2-10 USB diskette drive
Disk-In-Use This indicator lights when the diskette is being accessed.
Indicator
Disketteslot Insert a diskette in this slot.
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Ejectbutton When a diskette is fully seated in the drive, the eject button pops out. To remove a diskette, push in the eject button and the diskette pops out partially for removal.
CAUTION: Check the Disk-In-Use indicator when you use the diskette drive. Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the light is glowing. Doing so could destroy data and damage the diskette or the drive.
NOTES: 1. The external diskette drive should be placed on a flat, horizontal surface when in use. Do not set the drive on an incline greater than 20o while it is operating.
2. Do not set anything on top of the diskette drive.
Fixed optical media drive
One of the following optical media drives is installed in the computer: CD-RW/DVD- ROMdrive,DVDMultidrive,DVD-ROMdrive,DVD-R/-RWdrive,DVD??RWdrive. An ATAPI interface controller is used for CD/DVD-ROM operation. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows.
Region codes for DVD drives and media
CD-RW/DVD-ROM,DVDMulti,DVD-ROM,DVD-R/-RW, DVD??RWdriveand media are manufactured according to the specifications of six marketing regions. When you purchase DVD-Video, make sure it matches your drive, otherwise it will not play properly.
Code Region
1Canada, United States
2Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East
3Southeast Asia, East Asia
4Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America,SouthAmerica,Caribbean
5Russia, Indian Subcontinent, Africa, North Korea, Mongolia
6China
Fixed optical media drive
DVDs
???DVD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed.
???DVD??R, DVD+RW and DVD-RAM discs can be recorded more than once.
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The full- size DVD-ROM drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor.
NOTE: The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge.
DVD read 8speed(maximum)
CD read 24speed(maximum)
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive
The full-size CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive module lets you record data to rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor.
NOTE: The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge.
DVD read 8speed(maximum)
CD read 24speed(maximum)
CD-R write 24speed(maximum)
CD-RW write 10speed(maximum,high-speedmedia)
DVD-R/-RW drive
The full- size DVD-R/-RW drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor.
NOTE: The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge.
Fixed optical media drive
DVD Multi drive
The full-size DVD Multi drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor.
NOTE: The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge.
DVD??RW drive (DVD Dual drive)
The full- size DVD??RW drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor.
NOTE: The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge.
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AC adaptor
The AC adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to the computer. It can automatically adjust to any voltage from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz, enabling you to use the computer in almost any country/region.
To recharge the battery, simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source and the computer. See Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for details.
Figure 2-11 The AC adaptor
CAUTION: Use only the AC adaptor that came with the computer or an equivalent optional adaptor. Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case.
WARNING: Use only the AC adaptor supplied as an accessory. Other AC adaptors have different voltage and terminal polarities and use of them may produce heat and smoke or even result in fine or rupture.
Chapter 3
Getting Started
Chapter 3
Getting Started
This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer. It covers the following topics:
???Setting up your work space ??? for your health and safety
NOTE: Be sure also to read Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. This guide, which is included with the computer, explains product liability.
??? Restoring the preinstalled software from the Product Recovery DVD-ROM
If you are a new user, follow the steps in each section of this chapter as you prepare to operate your computer.
NOTE: All users should be sure to carefully read the section Starting up for the first time, which describe actions to take when you turn on the power for the first time.
Setting up your work space
Establishing a comfortable work site is important for you and your computer. A poor work environment or stressful work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. Proper ambient conditions should also be maintained for the computer???s operation. This section discusses the following topics:
???General conditions
???Placement of the computer
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??? Seating and posture ??? Lighting
??? Work habits
General conditions
In general, if you are comfortable, so is your computer, but read the following to make sure your work site provides a proper environment.
Placement of the computer
Position the computer and peripheral devices to provide comfort and safety.
??? Set the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance. The display should be no higher than eye level to avoid eye strain.
??? Place the computer so that it is directly in front of you when you work and make sure you have adequate space to easily operate other devices.
Setting up your work space
???Allow adequate space behind the computer to let you freely adjust the display. The display should be angled to reduce glare and maximize visibility.
???If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height and distance as the computer.
Seating and posture
The height of your chair in relation to the computer and keyboard as well as the support it gives your body are primary factors in reducing work strain. Refer to the following tips and to figure 3-1.
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GETTING
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Figure 3-1 Posture and positioning of the computer
???Place your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow. You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed.
???Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If necessary, use a foot rest to raise the level of your knees to ease pressure on the back of your thighs.
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???Adjust the back of your chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine.
???Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you work. Do not slump forward or lean back too far.
Lighting
Proper lighting can improve legibility of the display and reduce eye strain.
???Position the computer so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Use tinted windows, shades or other screen to eliminate sun glare.
???Avoid placing the computer in front of bright light that could shine directly in your eyes.
???If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer work area. Use a lamp to illuminate your documents or desk, but be sure to position the lamp so that it does not reflect off the display or shine in your eyes.
Work habits
A key to avoiding discomfort or injury from repetitive strain is to vary your activi- ties. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your work day. If you must spend long periods at the computer, finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.
???Sit in a relaxed posture. Good positioning of your chair and equipment as described earlier can reduce tension in your shoulders or neck and ease back strain.
???Vary your posture frequently.
???Occasionally stand up and stretch or exercise briefly.
???Exercise and stretch your wrists and hands a number of times during the day.
???Frequently, look away from the computer and focus your eyes on a distant object for several seconds, for example 30 seconds every 15 minutes.
???Take frequent short breaks instead of one or two long breaks, for example, two or three minutes every half hour.
???Have your eyes examined regularly and visit a doctor promptly, if you suspect you might be suffering from a repetitive strain injury.
Connecting the AC adaptor
A number of books are available on ergonomics and repetitive strain injury or repetitive stress syndrome. For more information on these topics or for pointers on exercises for such stress points as hands and wrists, please check with your library or book vendor. Also refer to the computer???s Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort.
Connecting the AC adaptor
Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power. It is also the fastest way to get started, because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power.
The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz. For details on using the AC adaptor to charge the battery pack, refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.
WARNING: Use only the AC adaptor supplied as an accessory. Other AC adaptors have different voltage and terminal polarities and use of them may produce heat and smoke or even result in fine or rupture.
CAUTIONS: 1. Use only the AC adaptor supplied with your computer or an equivalent adaptor that is compaible. Use of any incompatible adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor.
2.When you connect the AC adaptor to
the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User???s Manual. Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adaptor DC output plug could hold an electrical change and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any metal parts.
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1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.
Figure 3-2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor
2.Connect the AC adaptor???s DC output plug to the DC IN 15V input port on the back of the computer.
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Figure 3-3 Connecting the adaptor to the computer
3.Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet. The Battery and DC IN 15V indicators on the front of the computer should glow.
Opening the display
The display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing.
1.Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to the right to unlatch the display panel.
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2. Lift the display panel up and adjust it to the best viewing angle for you.
CAUTION: Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel. Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer.
NOTE: When you open the display, hold it with both hands and lift up slowly.
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GETTING
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Figure 3-4 Opening the display panel
Turning on the power
This section describes how to turn on the power.
NOTE: After you turn on the power for the first time, do not turn it off until you have set up the operating system. Refer to the section Starting up for the first time in this chapter.
1.If the external diskette drive is connected, make sure it is empty. If a diskette is in the drive, press the eject button and remove the diskette.
2.Open the display.
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3. Press and hold the computer???s power button for two or three seconds.
POWER BUTTON
Figure 3-5 Turning on the power
Starting up for the first time
When you first turn on the power, the computer???s initial screen is the Microsoft Windows XP Startup Screen Logo. Follow the on-screen directions for each screen. During setup, you can click the Back button to return to the previous screen.
Be sure to read the Windows End User License Agreement display carefully.
NOTE: Be sure to read the License Agreement carefully.
Turning off the power
The power can be turned off in one of the following modes: Shut down (Boot), Hibernation or Standby mode.
Shut Down mode (Boot mode)
When you turn off the power in Shut Down mode no data is saved and the computer will boot to the operating system???s main screen.
1.If you have entered data, save it to the hard disk or to a diskette.
2.Make sure all disk (disc) activity has stopped, then remove the CD/DVDs or diskette.
CAUTION: Make sure the Built-in HDD and CD/DVD-in-use indicators are off. If you turn off the power while a disk (disc) is being accessed, you can lose data or damage the disk (disc).
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3.Click start then click Turn Off Computer. From the Turn Off Com- puter menu select Turn Off.
4.Turn off the power to any peripheral devices.
CAUTION: Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately. Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge.
Hibernation mode
The hibernation feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk when the computer is turned off. The next time the computer is turned on, the previous state is restored. The hibernation feature does not save the status of peripheral devices.
CAUTIONS: 1. Save your data. While entering hibernation mode, the computer saves the contents of memory to the HDD. However, for safety sake, it is best to save your data manually.
2.Data will be lost if you remove the battery or discon- nect the AC adaptor before the save is completed. Wait for the Built-IN HDD indicator to go out.
3.Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in hibernation mode. Data will be lost.
Benefits of hibernation
The hibernation feature provides the following benefits:
???Saves data to the hard disk when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery.
NOTE: For the computer to shut down in hibernation mode, the hiberna-
tion feature must be enabled in two places : the hibernate tab in Power Options and Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver. Otherwise, the computer will shut down in Standby mode. If battery power becomes depleted, data saved in Standby will be lost.
???You can return to your previous working environment immediately when you turn on the computer.
???Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System hibernate feature.
???You can use the panel power off feature.
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Starting Hibernation
NOTE: You can also enable Hibernation by pressing Fn + F4. See Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.
To enter Hibernation mode, follow the steps below.
1.ClickStart.
2.Select Turn Off Computer.
3.Open the Turn Off Computer dialog box. Hibernate is not displayed.
4.Press the Shift key. The Standby item will change to Hibernate.
5.Select Hibernate.
Automatic Hibernation
The computer will enter Hibernate mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid. First, however, make the appropriate settings according to the steps below.
1.Open the Control Panel.
2.Open Performance and Maintenance and open Power Options.
3.Select the Hibernate window, in Power Option property select the Enable Hibernation check box and click the Apply button.
4.Open TOSHIBA Power Saver.
5.Select the Setup Action window.
6.Enable the desired Hibernation settings for When I press the power button and When I close the lid.
7.Click the OK button.
Turning off the power
Data save in hibernation mode
When you turn off the power in hibernation mode, the computer takes a moment to save current memory data to the hard disk. During this time, the Built-IN HDD indicatorwilllight.
After you turn off the computer and memory is saved to the hard disk, turn off the power to any peripheral devices.
CAUTION: Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately. Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge.
Standby mode
If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn off the power without exiting from your software. Data is maintained in the computer???s main memory. When you turn on the power again, you can continue working right where you left off.
NOTES: 1. When the AC adaptor is connected, the computer will go into Standby mode according to the settings in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility.
2.To restore operation from Standby mode, press the power button or press any key. The latter action works only if Wake-up on Keyboard is enabled in HW Setup.
3.If the computer automatically enters Standby mode while a network application is active, the application might not be restored when the computer wakes up from Standby.
4.To prevent the computer from automatically entering Standby mode, disable Standby in TOSHIBA Power Saver. That action, however, will nullify the computer???s Energy Star compliance.
CAUTIONS: 1. Before entering Standby mode, be sure to save your data.
2.Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in standby mode. The computer or the module could be damaged.
3.Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in standby mode (unless the computer is connected to an AC power source). Data in memory will be lost.
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4.If you carry the computer on board an aircraft or into a hospital, be sure to shut down the computer in hiberna- tion mode or in shutdown mode to avoid radio signal interference.
Benefits of standby
The standby feature provides the following benefits:
???Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does hiberna- tion.
???Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System Standby feature.
???You can use the panel power off feature.
Executing standby
NOTE: You can also enable Standby by pressing Fn + F3. See Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.
You can enter standby mode in one of three ways:
1.Clickstart,clickTurnOffComputerandclickStandby.
2.Close the display panel. This feature must be enabled. Refer to the Setup Action tab in Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel.
Open Performance and Maintenance and open TOSHIBA Power Saver.
3.Press the power button. This feature must be enabled. Refer to the Setup Action tab in Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel.
Open Performance and Maintenance and open TOSHIBA Power Saver.
When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer.
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NOTES: 1. When the computer is shut down in standby mode, the power indicator flashes orange.
2.If you are operating the computer on battery power, you can lengthen the operating time by shutting down in hibernation mode. Standby mode consumes more power.
Standby limitations
Standby will not function under the following conditions:
???Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down.
???Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise.
Restarting the computer
Certain conditions require that you reset the system. For example, if:
???You change certain computer settings.
???An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands.
There are three ways to reset the computer system:
1.Click start then click Turn off computer. From the Turn off com- puter menu select Restart.
2.Press Ctrl + Alt + Del to display the Windows Task Manager, and then select Shutdown and Restart.
3.Select Restart from the Turn Off Computer window in the start menu.
4.Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds. Wait 10 to 15 seconds, and then turn the power on again by pressing the power button.
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Restoring the preinstalled software from the Product Recovery DVD-ROM
If preinstalled files are damaged, use the Product Recovery DVD-ROM to restore them. To restore the operating system and all preinstalled software, follow the steps below.
Chapter 4
Operating Basics
Chapter 4
Operating Basics
This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the Touch Pad, the external diskette drive, optical media drives, Audio/video controls, Sound System, the internal modem, the wireless communication and LAN. It also provides tips on caring for your computer and on heat dispersal.
Using the Touch Pad
To use the Touch Pad, simply touch and move your finger tip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go.
TOUCH PAD
CONTROL
BUTTONS
TOUCH PAD
Figure 4-1 Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons
Two buttons below the keyboard are used like the buttons on a mouse pointer. Press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics desig- nated by the pointer. Press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using.
CAUTION: Do not press on the Touch Pad too hard or press a sharp object such as a ball point pen against the Touch Pad. The Touch Pad could be damaged.
For some functions, you can tap the Touch Pad instead of pressing a control button.
Click Tap the Touch Pad once Double-click Tap the Touch Pad twice
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Drag and drop 1. Hold down the left control button and move the cursor to drag the item you want to move.
2. Lift your finger to drop the item where you want it.
Scroll Vertical: Move your finger up or down the right edge of the Touch Pad.
Horizontal: Move your finger left or right along the bottom edge of the Touch Pad.
Using the USB diskette drive
A 3 1/2" diskette drive connects to the computer???s USB port. It accommodates 1.44- megabyte or 720-kilobyte diskettes. Refer to Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, for more information.
Connecting 3 1/2" diskette drive
To connect the drive, plug the diskette drive connector into a USB port. Refer to Figure4-2.
CAUTION: Make sure the connector is back side up and properly aligned with the socket. Do not try to force the connection, doing so can damage the connecting pins.
USB PORT
Figure 4-2 Connecting the USB diskette drive
NOTE: If you connect the diskette drive after turning on the computer, it will take about 10 seconds for the computer to recognize the drive. Do not disconnect and reconnect before 10 seconds has elapsed.
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Disconnecting 3 1/2" diskette drive
When you have finished using the diskette drive, follow the procedures below to disconnect it:
1.Wait for the indicator light to go out to make sure all diskette activity has stopped.
CAUTION: If you disconnect the diskette drive or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the drive you may lose data or damage the diskette or the drive.
2.Click the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar.
3.ClickDiskettedrive.
4.Pull the diskette drive connector out of the USB port.
Using optical media drives
The illustrations in this section might differ slightly from your drive, but operation is the same for all optical media drives. The full-size drive provides high-performance execution of CD/DVD-ROM-based programs. You can run either 12 cm (4.72") or
8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without an adaptor. An ATAPI interface controller is used for CD/DVD-ROM operation. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows.
NOTE: Use the WinDVD 4 application to view DVD-Video discs.
If you have a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, refer also to the Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive section for precautions on writing to CDs.
If you have a DVD Multi drive, refer also to the Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Multi drive section for precautions on writing to CDs.
If you have a DVD-R/-RW, refer also to the Writing CD/DVDs on DVD-R/-RW drive section for precautions on writing to CDs.
If you have a DVD??RW drive, refer also to the Writing CD/DVDs on DVD??RWdrive section for precautions on writing to CDs.
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Loading discs
To load CD/DVDs, follow the steps below and refer to figures 4-3 to 4-7.
1. a. When the power is on, press the eject button to open the drawer slightly.
EJECT BUTTON
Figure 4-3 Pressing the eject button
b.Pressing the eject button will not open the drawer when the drive???s power is off. If the power is off, you can open the drawer by inserting a slender object (about 15 mm) such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole just to the left of the eject button.
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Diameter 1.0mm
Figure 4-4 Manual release with the eject hole
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2. Pinch the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened.
Figure 4-5 Pulling the drawer open
3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the drawer.
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Figure 4-6 Inserting a CD/DVD
NOTE: When the drawer is fully opened, the edge of the computer will extend slightly over the CD/DVD tray. Therefore, you will need to turn the CD/DVD at an angle when you place it in the tray. After seating the CD/DVD, however, make sure it lies flat, as shown in figure 4-6.
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CAUTIONS: 1. Do not touch the laser lens. Doing so could cause misalignment.
2.Do not keep foreign matter from entering the drive. Check the back edge of the tray to make sure it carries no debris before closing the drive.
4.Press gently at the center of the CD/DVD until you feel it click into place. The CD/DVD should lie below the top of the spindle, flush with the spindle base.
5.Push the center of the drawer to close it. Press gently until it locks into place.
CAUTION: If the CD/DVD is not seated properly when the drawer is closed, the CD/DVD might be damaged. Also, the drawer might not open fully when you press the eject button.
Figure 4-7 Closing the CD/DVD drawer
Removing discs
To remove the CD/DVD, follow the steps below and refer to figure 4-8.
CAUTION: Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the optical media drive. Wait for the CD/DVD-in-use indicator to go out before you open the drawer. Also, if the CD/DVD is spinning when you open the drawer, wait for it to stop before you remove it.
1.To pop the drawer partially open, press the eject button. Gently pull the drawer out until it is fully opened.
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CAUTIONS: 1. When the drawer pops open slightly, wait a moment to make sure the CD/DVD has stopped spinning before pulling the drawer fully open.
2.Turn off the power before you use the eject hole. If the CD/DVD is spinning when you open the drawer, the CD/DVD could fly off the spindle and cause injury.
2.The CD/DVD extends slightly over the sides of the drawer so you can grasp it. Hold the CD/DVD gently and lift it out.
Figure 4-8 Removing a CD/DVD
3. Push the center of the drawer to close it. Press gently until it locks into place.
Audio/Video controls
This section describes how to use the audio/video control buttons.
Next and Previous buttons
A single button on a rocker controls the Next and Previous functions. Press on the icon to select the desired function.
Previous Press the
icon to advances to the previous track, chapter or data.
NOTE: If Random is selected in TOSHIBA Media Player, selecting Next or Previous advances to a random selection.
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Play/Pause and Stop buttons
A single button on a rocker controls the Play/Pause and Stop functions. Press on the icon to select the desired function.
Controls for CD/DVD and Digital Audio
CD/DVD control
Os is running and you press Play/Pause.
If an audio CD is in the opticalmedia drive,TOSHIBA Media Player starts and CD audio play begins. If a DVD is in the optical media drive, the DVD Video player starts and DVD Video play begins.
Digital Audio control
TOSHIBA Media Player starts and Digital Audio Data play begins.
Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive
Depending on the type of drive installed, you may be able to write CDs. The CD- RW/DVD-ROM drive lets you write as well as read CD-ROMs. Observe the precautions in this section to ensure the best performance for writing CDs. For information on loading and unloading CDs refer to the Using optical media drives section.
NOTE: CD-R discs can be written to only once. CD-RW discs can be rewritten many times.
Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive
Before writing or rewriting
Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite the data.
???We recommend the following manufacturers of CD-R and CD-RW media. Media quality can affect write or rewrite success rates.
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Writing CD/DVDs on DVD??RW drive (DVD Dual drive)
You can use the DVD??RW drive to write data to either CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RWdiscs.
The following applications for writing are supplied on CD-ROM:
Drag???n Drop CD+DVD, licensed by Easy Systems Japan Ltd., and DigiOn Inc., InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum, which is a product of InterVideo, Inc.
Important message
BeforeyouwriteorrewritetoCD-R/RWorDVD-R/-RW/+R/+RWdisc, read and follow all setup and operating instructions in this section.
If you fail to do so, the DVD??RW drive may not function properly, and you may fail to write or rewrite, lose data or incur other damage.
Disclaimer
TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following:
??? Damage to any CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product.
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Writing CD/DVDs on DVD-R/-RW drive
You can use the DVD-R/-RW drive to write data to either CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-RW discs. The following applications for writing are supplied on CD-ROM:
Drag???n Drop CD+DVD, licensed by Easy Systems Japan Ltd., and DigiOn Inc., InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum, which is a product of InterVideo, Inc.
Important message
Before you write or rewrite to CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-RW disc, read and follow all set-up and operating instructions in this section. If you fail to do so, the DVD-R/- RW drive may not function properly, and you may fail to write or rewrite, lose data or incur other damage.
NOTE: Also refer to the disc-writing instructions in the next section, Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Multi drive.
Disclaimer
TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following:
???Damage to any CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-RW disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product.
???Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-RW disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product, or for any business profit loss or business interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the recorded contents.
???Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or software.
Given the technological limitations of current optical disc writing drives, you may experience unexpected writing or rewriting errors due to disc quality or problems with hardware devices. Also, it is a good idea to make two or more copies of important data, in case of undesired change or loss of the recorded contents.
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Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Multi drive
You can use the DVD Multi drive to write data to either CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-RW/- RAM discs. The following applications for writing are supplied on CD-ROM: Drag???n Drop CD+DVD, licensed by Easy Systems Japan Ltd., and DigiOn Inc., InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum, which is a product of InterVideo, Inc.
Important message
Before you write or rewrite to CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-RW/-RAM disc, read and follow all set-up and operating instructions in this section. If you fail to do so, the DVD Multi drive may not function properly, and you may fail to write or rewrite, lose data or incur other damage.
Disclaimer
TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following:
???Damage to any CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-RW/-RAM disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product.
???Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-RW/- RAM disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product, or for any business profit loss or business interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the recorded contents.
???Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or software.
Given the technological limitations of current optical disc writing drives, you may experience unexpected writing or rewriting errors due to disc quality or problems with hardware devices. Also, it is a good idea to make two or more copies of important data, in case of undesired change or loss of the recorded contents.
Before writing or rewriting
Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite data.
???Based on TOSHIBA???s limited compatibility testing, we suggest the following manufacturers of CD-R/RW and DVD-R/-RW/-RAM disc. However, in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation, quality or performance of any disc. Disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates.
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CD-R: TAIYOYUDENCO.,LTD.
MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION
RICOH Co., Ltd.
Hitachi Maxell Ltd.
CD-RW: MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION
RICOH Co., Ltd.
DVD-R: DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for Gen- eral Version 2.0
TAIYOYUDENCO.,LTD.
PIONEERVIDEOCORPORATION
MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION
DVD-RW: DVD Specifications for Re-recordable Disc for
Version 1.0 or Version 1.1
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
TDK Corporation
DVD+R: MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION
RICOH Co., Ltd.
DVD+RW: MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION
RICOH Co., Ltd.
*DVD-RAM: DVD Specifications for DVD-RAM Disc for Version 2.0 or Version 2.1
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
*Only DVD Multi drive can use DVD-RAM.
???If the disc is poor in quality, dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may occur. Be careful to check the disc for dirt or dama ge before you use it.
???The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW or DVD-RW/-RAM is affected by the quality of the disc and the way it is used.
???There are two types of DVD-R: authoring and general use discs. Do not use authoring discs. Only general use discs can be written to by a computer drive.
???You can use DVD-RAM discs that can be removed from a cartridge and DVD- RAM discs designed without a cartridge. You cannot use a disc with a 2.6 GB single-sided capacity or 5.2 GB double-sided capacity.
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??? Other DVD-ROM drives for computers or other DVD players may not be able
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???Write from the computer's HDD to the CD/DVD. Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device.
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Data verification
To verify that data is written or rewritten correctly, follow the steps below before youwriteorrewriteaDataCD/DVD.
1.Right-click Data BOX and select Options to display the DATA DISC Optionwindow.
2.Mark the Record and Verify check box and select Byte compare.
3.Click the OK button.
The ???Record and Verify??? function automatically checks whether data has been correctly recorded onto a CD/DVD. ???Byte compare??? compares the original data file with the data recorded on the CD/DVD and checks that the data completely matches.
Media care
This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD/DVDs and diskettes.
Handle your media with care. The following simple precautions will increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on them:
CD/DVDs
1.Store your CD/DVDs in the container they came in to protect them and keep themclean.
2.Do not bend the CD/DVD.
3.Do not write on, apply a sticker to, or otherwise mar the surface of the CD/DVD that contains data.
4.Hold the CD/DVD by its outside edge or the edge on the center hole. Finger- prints on the surface can prevent the drive from properly reading data.
5.Do not expose to direct sunlight, extreme heat or cold. Do not place heavy objects on your CD/DVDs.
6.If your CD/DVDs become dusty or dirty, wipe them with a clean dry cloth. Wipe from the center out, do not wipe in a circular direction around the CD/ DVD. If necessary, use a cloth dampened in water or a neutral cleaner. Do not use benzine, thinner or similar cleaner.
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Diskettes
1.Store your diskettes in the container they came in to protect them and keep them clean. If a diskette is dirty, do not use cleaning fluid. Clean it with a soft damp cloth.
2.Do not slide back the diskette???s protective metal covering or touch the diskette???s magnetic surface. Fingerprints may prevent the diskette drive from reading data from the diskette.
3.Data may be lost if the diskette is twisted; bent; or exposed to direct sunlight, extreme heat or cold.
4.Do not place heavy objects on your diskettes.
5.Do not eat, smoke, or use erasers near your diskettes. Foreign particles inside the diskette???s jacket can damage the magnetic surface.
6.Magnetic energy can destroy data on diskettes. Keep your diskettes away from speakers, radios, television sets and other sources of magnetic fields.
Sound System
This section describes audio controls including sound levels and power manage- ment.
Volume control
The Volume Control utility lets you control the audio volume in Windows for both playback and recording.
???To launch Volume Control for playback, click Start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, point to Entertainment and click Volume Control.
???To launch Recording Control, click Options, point to Properties, choose
Recordingand click OK.
???To view details of the Volume Control, click Help on the Volume Control.
Microphone level
The change the microphone gain, follow the steps below if you connect an external microphone to a microphone jack.
NOTE: You need to purchase an optional external microphone if you would like to use the microphone functions.
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1.Click Start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, point to Enter- tain ment and click Volume Control.
2.Click Properties, check the Microphone checkbox and click OK.
3.ClickOptionsandselectAdvancedControls.
4.ClickAdvanced.
5.Check the MIC Boost checkbox and click Close.
SoundMAX Control Panel
The SoundMAX control panel lets you control additional functions for the Microphone Enhancement and Audio Power Management. To launch the SoundMAX Control Panel, follow the steps below.
1.Click Start and click Control Panel.
2.If you are viewing the Control Panel in Category View, click on Switch to Classic View.
3.Double-click the SoundMAXicon.
Microphone Enhancements
The Microphone Setup allows you to optimize the microphone input settings for your particular configuration. Choose Standard Microphone if you have an ordinary desktop microphone. Choose Headset if you have a wearable micro- phone that is positioned directly in front of your mouth.
You can launch the Setup Wizard from the Control Panel to help you to automati- cally set proper microphone input volumes and ensure that your voice input(s) are working correctly. As you speak into the microphone, the Sound Meter indicates the audio signal that your PC is receiving.
The Noise Reduction enhancement helps to eliminate ambient noise from the voice input signal to provide a clean and clear signal to applications. This feature can be used with any microphone.
Power management
The audio controller can be powered down when the audio function is idle. To enable the Audio Power Management, follow the steps below.
1.Clicked the Power Management tab.
2.Select the Normal Power Savings in the Power Mode pull-down list.
NOTE: If the No Power Savings is selected, the audio controller always 4-18 runs.
Modem
If you want to a more effect for the power management, you can select another mode, the High Power Savings which can save the power than the Normal Power Savings. To select it, follow the steps below.
1.Clicked the Power Management tab.
2.Select the High Power Savings in the Power Mode pull-down list.
3.Input a time in Power Save Delay (Seconds).
NOTE: If the High Power Saving is selected, you need to play an audio file once before you use a microphone or play an audio CD by the analog CD audio.
Modem
This section describes how to connect and disconnect the internal modem to and from a telephone jack.
NOTE: The internal modem does not support voice functions. All data and fax functions are supported.
CAUTIONS: 1. In case of a lightning storm, unplug the modem cable from the telephone jack.
2.Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem.
Region selection
Telecommunication regulations vary from one region to another, so you will need to make sure the internal modem???s settings are correct for the region in which it will be used.
To select a region, follow the steps below.
1.Click start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA point to Network- ing and click Modem Region Select.
NOTE: Do not use the Country/Region Select function in the Modem setup utility in the Control Panel if the function is available. If you change the Country/Region in the Control Panel, the change may not take effect.
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2. The Region Selection icon will appear in the Windows Task Bar.
Figure 4-9 The Region Selection icon
3.Click the icon with the primary mouse button to display a list of regions that the modem supports. A sub menu for telephony location information will also be displayed. A check will appear next to the currently selected region and telephony location.
4.Select a region from the region menu or a telephony location from the sub- menu.
???When you click a region it becomes the modem???s region selection, and the New Location for telephony will be set automatically.
???When you select a telephony location, the corresponding region is automati- cally selected and it becomes the modem???s current region setting.
Properties menu
Click the icon with the secondary mouse button to display the following menu on the screen.
Figure 4-10 The menu list
Modem
Setting
You can enable or disable the following settings:
AutoRun Mode
The Region Select utility starts automatically when you start up the operating system.
Open the Dialing Properties dialog box after selecting region.
The dialing properties dialog box will be displayed automatically after you select the region.
Location list for region selection.
A submenu appears displaying location information for telephony.
Open dialog box, if the modem and Telephony Current Location region code do not match.
A warning dialog box is displayed if current settings for region code and telephony location are incorrect.
Modem Selection
If the computer cannot recognize the internal modem, a dialog box is displayed. Select the COM port for your modem to use.
Dialing Properties
Select this item to display the dialing properties.
CAUTION: If you are using the computer in Japan, the Telecommunica- tions Business Law requires that you select Japan region mode. It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection.
Connecting
To connect the internal modem cable, follow the steps below.
WARNING: The modular cable that comes with the computer must be used to connect a modem. Connect the end of the modular cable with the core to the computer.
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CAUTIONS: 1. In case of a lightning storm, unplug the modem cable from the telephone jack.
2.Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem.
1.Plug one end of the modular cable into the modem jack.
2.Plug the other end of the modular cable into a telephone jack.
Figure 4-11 Connecting the internal modem
CAUTION: Do not pull on the cable or move the computer while the cable is connected.
NOTE: If you use a storage device such as an optical media drive or HDD connected to a 16-bit PC card, modem speed might be slow or communication might be interrupted.
Disconnecting
To disconnect the internal modem cable, follow the steps below.
1.Pinch the lever on the connector in the telephone jack and pull out the connector.
2.Disconnect the cable from the computer in the same manner.
3.In the same way, pull the cable???s other connector out of the computer.
Wireless LAN
The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Se- quence Spread Spectrum /Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with IEEE802.11 wireless LAN standard
(Revision A, B or G) and Turbo Mode.
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???Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9 and 6Mbit/s. (Revision A and G, Revision B/G, A/B/G combo type)
???Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 11, 5.5, 2 and 1Mbit/s. (Revision B)
???Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 108, 96.72, 48, 36, 24, 18 and 12Mbit/s. (Turbo Mode, Revision A/B/G combo type)
???Frequency Channel Selection (Revision A/Turbo Mode:5GHz, Revision B/G: 2.4GHz)
???Roaming over multiple channels
???Card Power Management
???Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption, based on the 152 bit encryption algorithm.(Revision B/G, A/B/G combo type) Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption, based on the 128 bit encryption algorithm.(Revision B only type)
???Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) data encryption, based on 256bit encryption algorithm.(Revision B/G, A/B/G combo type)
NOTE: Wake-up on LAN does not function on a Wireless LAN.
Security
1.Be sure to enable WEP (encryption) function. Otherwise your computer will allow the illegal access by outsider through Wireless LAN to cause illegal intrusion, eavesdropping, and loss or destruction of stored data. TOSHIBA strongly recommend the customer to enable the WEP function.
2.TOSHIBA is not liable for the eavesdropping of data due to the use of Wireless LAN and the damage thereof.
Wireless communication switch
You can enable or disable Wireless LAN function, with the on/off switch. No transmission is sent or received when the switch is off. Slide the switch toward the right of the computer to turn it on and toward the left of the computer to turn it off.
CAUTION: Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals. Check the Wireless communication indicator. It will stop glowing when the wireless communication function is off.
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Wireless communication Indicator
The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless communi- cation functions.
If you used the Task Bar to disable W-LAN, restart the computer or follow the procedures below to enable the system to recognize W-LAN. Open or click the following: start, Control Panel, System, Hardware Device Manager,
Network adapters, TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card or Atheros AR5001X+ Wireless Network Adapter and enable.
LAN
LAN circuits support Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T) and Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX). This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN.
LAN cable types
CAUTION: The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN. Logging onto a LAN using the computer???s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation. Check with your LAN administrator regarding set-up procedures.
If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX), be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable. You cannot use a CAT3 cable.
If you are using Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), you can connect with either a CAT5 or a CAT3.
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Connecting LAN cable
To connect the LAN cable, follow the steps below.
CAUTIONS: 1. Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable. The AC adaptor must remain connected during LAN use. If you disconnect the AC Adaptor while the computer is accessing a LAN, the system may hang up.
2.Do not connect any other cable to the LAN's jack except the LAN cable. Otherwise, malfunctions or damage may occur.
3.Do not connect any power supplying device to the LAN cable that is connected to the LAN's jack. Otherwise, malfunctions or damage may occur.
1.Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer.
2.Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place.
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Figure 4-12 Connecting the LAN cable
3.Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector. Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub.
NOTE: When the computer is exchanging data with the LAN, the LAN Active indicator glows orange. When the computer is connected to a LAN hub but is not exchanging data, the Link indicator glows green.
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Disconnecting LAN cable
To disconnect the LAN cable, follow the steps below.
CAUTION: Make sure the LAN Active indicator (orange LED) is out before you disconnect the computer from the LAN.
1.Pinch the lever on the connector in the computer???s LAN jack and pull out the connector.
2.Disconnect the cable from the LAN hub in the same manner. Check with your LAN administrator before disconnecting from the hub.
Cleaning the computer
To help ensure long, trouble-free operation, keep the computer free of dust and use care with liquids around the computer.
???Be careful not to spill liquids into the computer. If the computer does get wet, turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry completely before you turn it on again.
???Clean the computer using a slightly damp (with water) cloth. You can use glass cleaner on the display. Spray a small amount of cleaner on a soft, clean cloth and wipe the screen gently with the cloth.
CAUTION: Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any part of it. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer.
???Remove the dust from the cooling vents on the Left side of the computer regularly with vacuum cleaner. Refer to the Left side section in Chapter 2, The GrandTour.
Moving the computer
The computer is designed for rugged durability. However, a few simple precautions taken when moving the computer will help ensure trouble-free operation.
???Make sure all disk activity has ended before moving the computer. Check the Built-in HDD indicator on the computer and the indicator on any external disk drive.
???If a diskette is in the external disk drive, remove it.
Heat dispersal
???If a CD/DVD is in the drive, remove it. Also make sure the drawer is securely closed.
???Turn off the power to the computer.
???Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer.
???Close the display. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel.
???Close all port covers.
???Use the carrying case when transporting the computer.
Heat dispersal
To protect from overheating, the CPU has an internal temperature sensor. If the computer???s internal temperature rises to a certain level, the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered. You can select whether to control the CPU temperature by turning on the fan first, then if necessary, lowering the CPU speed. Or, by lowering the CPU speed first, then if necessary, turning on the fan. Use the Cooling Method item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Maximum Turn on the fan first, then if necessary, lower the CPU Performance processing speed.
Performance Use a combination of the fan and lowering the CPU processing speed.
Battery optimized Lower the CPU processing speed first, then if necessary turn on the fan.
When the CPU temperature falls to a normal range, the fan is turned off and the CPU operation returns to standard speed.
NOTE: If the CPU temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting, the system automatically shuts down to prevent damage. Data in memory will be lost.
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Chapter 5
The Keyboard
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The Keyboard
The computer???s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 101/102-key enhanced keyboard. By pressing some keys in combination, all the 101/102-key keyboard functions can be executed on the computer.
The number of keys on your keyboard depends on which country/region???s key- board layout your computer is configured with. Keyboards for numerous languages are available.
There are five types of keys: typewriter keys, keypad overlay, function keys, soft keys and cursor control keys.
Typewriter keys
The typewriter keys, produce the upper- and lower-case letters, numbers, punctua- tion marks, and special symbols that appear on the screen.
There are some differences, however, between using a typewriter and using a computer keyboard:
???Letters and numbers produced in computer text vary in width. Spaces, which are created by a ???space character,??? may also vary depending on line justifica- tion and other factors.
???The lowercase l (el) and the number 1 (one) are not interchangeable on computers as they are on a typewriter.
???The uppercase O (oh) and the 0 (zero) are not interchangeable.
???The Caps Lock function key locks only the alphabetic characters in upper- case while the shift lock on a typewriter places all keys in the shifted position.
???The Shift keys, the Tab key, and the BkSp (backspace) key perform the same function as their typewriter counterparts but also have special computer functions.
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F1 ??? F12 function keys
The function keys, not to be confused with Fn, are the 12 keys at the top of your keyboard. These keys function differently from other keys.
F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the Fn key, keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer. See the section, Soft keys: Fn key combinations, in this chapter. The function executed by individual keys depends on the software you are using.
Soft keys: Fn key combinations
The Fn (function) is unique to TOSHIBA computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys. Soft keys are key combinations that enable, disable or configure specific features.
NOTE: Some software may disable or interfere with soft-key operations. Soft-key settings are not restored by the Standby feature.
Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard
Enter
Figure 5-1 A 101-key enhanced keyboard layout
Soft keys: Fn key combinations
The keyboard is designed to provide all the features of the 101-key enhanced keyboard, shown in figure 5-1. The 101/102-key enhanced keyboard has a numeric keypad and scroll lock key. It also has additional Enter and Ctrl keys to the right of the main keyboard. Since the keyboard of a portable computer is smaller and has fewer keys, some of the enhanced keyboard functions must be simulated using two keys instead of one on the larger keyboard.
Your software may require you to use keys that the keyboard does not have. Pressing the Fn key and one of the following keys simulates the enhanced keyboard???s functions.
Press Fn + F10 or Fn + F11 to access the integrated keypad. When activated, the keys with gray markings on the bottom edge become numeric keypad keys (Fn + F11) or cursor control keys (Fn + F10). Refer to the Keypad overlay section in this chapter for more information on how to operate these keys. The power on default for both settings is off.
Press Fn + F12 (ScrLock) to lock the cursor on a specific line. The power on default is off.
Press Fn + Enter to simulate Enter on the enhanced keyboard???s numeric keypad.
Press Fn + Ctrl to simulate the enhanced keyboard???s right Ctrl key.
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Hot keys
Hot keys (Fn + a function or Esc key) let you enable or disable certain features of the computers.
Sound mute: Pressing Fn + Esc in a Windows environment turns sound on or off. When you press these hot keys, the current setting will change and be displayed as an icon.
Instant security: Press Fn + F1 to blank the screen to prevent others from accessing your data. To restore the screen and original settings, press any key or press the Touch Pad. If a screensaver password is registered, a dialog box will appear. Enter the screensaver password and click OK. If no password is set, the screen will be restored when you press any key or press the Touch Pad.
Power save mode: Pressing Fn + F2 changes the power save mode.
If you press Fn + F2 in a Windows environment, the Power Save Mode is displayed in a dialog box similar to the one below. Continue holding down Fn and press F2 again to change the setting. You can also change this setting through the Profile iteminPowerSaver.
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Standby: When you press Fn + F3, the computer enters Standby. To avoid entering Standby unexpectedly, a dialog box appears for verification. However, if you select the check box, it will not appear in the future.
Hibernation: When you press Fn + F4, the computer enters Hibernation. To avoid entering Hibernation unexpectedly, a dialog box appears for verification. However, if you select the check box, it will not appear in the future.
Display selection: Press Fn + F5 to change the active display device. When you press these hot keys, a dialog box appears. Only selectable devices will be dis- played. Hold down Fn and press F5 again to change the device. When you release Fn and F5, the selected device will change. If you hold down these hot keys for five seconds the selection will return to LCD.
LCD Display Brightness: Pressing Fn + F6 decreases the display brightness in decrements. When you press these hot keys, the current setting will be displayed for two seconds by an icon. You can also change this setting through the Screen brightness item of the Basic Setup tab in Power Saver.
LCD Display Brightness: Pressing Fn + F7 increases the display brightness in increments. When you press these hot keys, the current setting will be displayed for two seconds by a pop-up icon. You can also change this setting through the
Screen brightness item of the Basic Setup tab in Power Saver. NOTE: Display clarity increases with the brightness level.
Wireless setting: If your computer has wireless LAN functions, you can press Fn + F8 to select which type of wireless communication you want to use. When you press these hot keys, a dialog box will appear. Continue holding down Fn and press F8 to change the setting. If wireless communication is turned off, Disabled Wireless Communication Switch will be displayed.
NOTE: If no wireless communication device is installed, no dialog box will appear.
Touch Pad: Pressing Fn + F9 in a windows environment enables or disables the Touch Pad function. When you press these hot keys, the current setting will change and be displayed as an icon.
Fn Sticky key
You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the Fn key sticky, that is, you can press it once, release it, and then press an ???F number??? key. To start the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility, click start, point to All Programs, point to
TOSHIBA, point to Utilitiesand click Accessibility.
Windows special keys
Windows special keys
The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows : one activates the start menu and the other has the same function as the secondary mouse button.
This key activates the Windows start menu.
This key has the same function as the secondary mouse button.
Keypad overlay
Your computer???s keyboard does not have an independent numeric keypad, but its numeric keypad overlay functions like one.
The keys in the center of the keyboard with gray letters make up the numeric keypad overlay. The overlay provides the same functions as the numeric keypad on the 101/102-key enhanced keyboard in figure 5-2.
Turning on the overlays
The numeric keypad overlay can be used for numeric data input or cursor and page control.
Arrow mode
To turn on the Arrow mode, press Fn + F10. The Arrow mode F10 indicator lights. Now try cursor and page control using the keys shown in figure 5-2. Press Fn + F10 again to turn off the overlay.
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To turn on the Numeric mode, press Fn + F11. The Numeric mode F11 indicator lights. Now try numeric data entry using the keys in figure 5-2. Press Fn + F11 again to turn off the overlay.
Figure 5-2 The numeric keypad overlay
Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on)
While using the overlay, you can temporarily access the normal keyboard without turning off the overlay:
1.Hold Fn and press any other key. All keys will operate as if the overlay were off.
2.Type upper-case characters by holding Fn + Shift and pressing a character key.
3.Release Fn to continue using the overlay.
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Temporarily using overlay (overlay off)
While using the normal keyboard, you can temporarily use the keypad overlay without turning it on:
1.Press and hold down Fn.
2.Check the keyboard indicators. Pressing Fn turns on the most recently used overlay. If the Numeric mode indicator lights, you can use the overlay for numeric entry. If the Arrow mode indicator lights, you can use the overlay for cursor and page control.
3.Release Fn to return to normal keyboard operation.
Temporarily changing modes
If the computer is in Numeric mode, you can switch temporarily to Arrow mode by pressing a shift key.
If the computer is in Arrow mode, you can switch temporarily to Numeric mode by pressing a shift key.
Generating ASCII characters
Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation. But, you can generate these characters using their ASCII codes.
With the overlay on:
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Power and Power-Up Modes
Chapter 6
Power and Power-Up Modes
The computer???s power resources include the AC adaptor and internal batteries. This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and changing batteries, tips for saving battery power, and power up modes.
Power conditions
The computer???s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by the power conditions: whether an AC adaptor is connected, whether a battery is installed and what the charge level is for the battery.
Table 6-1 Power conditions
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Power indicators
As shown in the above table, the Battery, DC IN 15V and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer???s operating capability and battery charge status.
Battery indicators
Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery pack. The following indicator lights indicate the battery status:
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NOTE: If the battery becomes too hot while it is being charged, the charge will stop and the battery indicator will go out. When the battery???s temperature falls to a normal range, charge will resume. This occurs whether the computer???s power is on or off.
DC IN 15V indicator
Check the DC IN 15V indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected:
Power indicator
Check the Power indicator to determine the power status:
Battery types
The computer has two types of batteries:
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???RealTimeClock(RTC)battery
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Battery pack
When the AC adaptor is not connected, the computer???s main power source is a removable lithium-ion battery pack, also referred to in this manual as the battery pack. You can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source.
Before you remove the battery pack, set the computer to Hibernation mode or save your data and shut down the computer. Do not change the battery pack while the AC adaptor is connected.
CAUTIONS: 1. The battery pack is a lithium-ion battery, which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recom- mended by TOSHIBA as replacements.
2.Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode. Data is stored in RAM, so if the computer loses power it will be lost. When the com- puter is powered off in Standby mode, and the univer- sal AC adaptor is not connected, the battery pack supplies power to maintain data and program in memory. If the battery pack is completely discharged, Standby mode does not function and the computer loses all data in memory.
To ensure that the battery pack maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery pack is fully discharged. Refer to Extending battery life in this chapter for procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power through an AC adaptor for an extended period, more than a month, the battery may fail to retain a charge. It may not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery and the Battery indicator may not indicate a low-battery condition.
Real Time Clock battery
The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calendar. It also maintains the system configuration.
If the RTC battery becomes completely discharged, the system loses this data and the real time clock and calendar stop working. The following message appears when you turn on the power:
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**** RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent ****
Press [F1] key to set Date/Time.
CAUTION: The computer???s RTC battery is a nickel metal hydride battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative. The battery can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
NOTE: You can change the setting of RTC by pressing F1 key. Refer to Chapter 9, Troubleshooting for the detail.
Care and use of the battery pack
The battery pack is a vital component of portable computing. Taking proper care of it will help ensure longer operating time on battery power as well as a longer life for your battery pack. Follow the instructions in this section carefully to ensure safe operationandmaximumperformance.
Safety precautions
Mishandling of batteries can cause death, serious injury or property damage. Carefully observe the following advisories:
Danger: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which could result in death or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.
Warning: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in death or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.
Caution: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor injury or property damage.
Note: Provides important information.
Danger
1.Never try to dispose of the battery pack by burning or expose it to a heating device such as a microwave oven. The battery pack could explode and cause bodilyinjury.
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2.Never try to disassemble, repair or otherwise tamper with a battery pack. The battery pack will overheat and ignite. Leakage of caustic alkaline solution or other electrolytic substances will cause fire or injury, possibly resulting in death or serious injury.
3.Never short-circuit the battery pack by contacting the terminals with a metal object. A short-circuit can cause fire or otherwise damage the battery pack and possibly cause injury. To avoid accidental short-circuit, always wrap the battery pack in plastic and cover the terminals with electrical tape when storing or disposing of the battery pack.
4.Never puncture the battery pack with a nail or other sharp object. Never strike it with a hammer or other object. Never step on it.
5.Never try to charge the battery pack in any manner other than that described in the user???s manual. Never connect the battery pack to a plug socket or to a automobile???s cigarette lighter socket. It may rupture or ignite.
6.Use only the battery pack supplied with the computer or other device or an battery pack approved by the computer or device???s manufacturer. Battery packs have different voltages and terminal polarities. Use of an improper battery could cause smoke, fire or rupture of the battery pack.
7.Never subject a battery pack to heat, such as storage near a heat source. Exposure to heat can cause the battery pack to ignite, explode or leak caustic liquid and cause death or serious injury. It could also fail or malfunction causing data loss.
8.Never expose the battery pack to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. The battery pack???s internal protective device will fail, causing it to overheat, explode, ignite or leak caustic liquids possibly resulting in death or serious injury.
9.Never let a battery pack become wet. A wet battery pack will overheat, ignite or rupture possibly resulting in death or serious injury.
Warning
1.Never allow caustic electrolyte fluid leaked from a battery pack to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. If caustic electrolyte fluid should contact your eyes, immediately wash your eyes with large amounts of running water and seek medical attention, to help prevent eye damage. If electrolyte fluid should contact your skin, immediately wash it under running water to prevent rash. If it contacts your clothes, promptly remove them to prevent the fluid from contacting your skin or eyes.
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2.Immediately turn off the power, disconnect the universal AC adaptor and remove the battery if any of the following events are observed in the battery pack: offensive or unusual odor, excessive heat, discoloration or deformation. Never use the computer again until it has been checked by a TOSHIBA service provider. It might generate smoke or fire, or the battery pack might rupture.
3.Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack. Improper installation could generate smoke or fire, or cause the battery pack to rupture.
4.Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children. It can cause injury.
Caution
1.Never continue to use a battery pack after its recharging capacity has become impaired, or after the display of a warning message indicating that the battery pack???s power is exhausted. Continued use of an exhausted or impaired battery pack could cause the loss of data.
2.Never dispose of battery packs with normal trash. Bring them to your TOSHIBA dealer or to another recycling center to save resources and prevent environmental damage. Cover the terminals with electrical tape to prevent short-circuits, which could cause the battery pack to ignite or rupture.
3.Use only battery packs recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements.
4.Always make sure the battery pack is installed correctly and securely. Otherwise, a battery pack could fall out and possibly cause injury.
5.Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius. Otherwise, the electrolyte solution might leak, battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened.
6.Be sure to monitor the remaining battery power. If the battery pack and real time clock battery discharge completely, Standby and Suspend will not function and data in memory will be lost. Also, the computer might register an incorrect time and date. In this case, connect the universal AC adaptor to recharge the batteries.
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7.Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adaptor. Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Suspend or Standby mode. Data will be lost.
Note
1.Never remove the battery pack while the Wake-up on LAN function is enabled. Data will be lost. Before you remove a battery pack, disable the Wake-up on LAN function.
2.To ensure the battery pack maintains maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power once a week until the battery pack is fully discharged. Refer to the section Extending battery life in this chapter for procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power for an extended period, more than a week, the battery might fail to retain a charge. It might not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery pack and the Battery indicator might not indicate a low-battery condition.
3.After the battery pack is charged, avoid leaving the AC adaptor connected and the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully-charged battery pack can damage the battery.
Charging the batteries
When the power in the battery pack becomes low, the Battery indicator flashes orange indicating that only a few minutes of battery power remain. If you continue to use the computer while the Battery indicator flashes, the computer enables Hibernation mode (so you don???t lose data) and automatically turns off.
NOTE: The computer enters Hibernate mode only if Hibernation is
enabled in two places : the Hibernate tab in Power Options and Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged.
Procedures
To recharge a battery pack while it is installed in the computer, connect the univer- sal AC adaptor to the DC IN 15V socket and plug the other end into a working outlet.
The Battery indicator glows orange when the battery is being charged.
CAUTION: Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or the optional TOSHIBA Battery charger to charge the battery pack. Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger.
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Time
The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a dis- charged battery.
NOTES: 1. The charging time when the computer is on is affected by ambient temperature, the temperature of the computer and how you use the computer. If you make heavy use of external devices, for example, the battery might scarcely charge at all during operation. Refer also to the section Maximizing battery operating time.
2.The charge time of a battery changes with the apparatus composition and the situation of operation of a personal computer, or the specifications of AC adaptor.
Battery charging notice
The battery may not charge right away under the following conditions:
???The battery is extremely hot or cold. If the battery is extremely hot, it might not charge at all. To ensure the battery charges to its full capacity, charge the battery at room temperature of 10?? to 30??C (50?? to 88??F).
???The battery is nearly completely discharged. Leave the universal AC adaptor connected for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging.
The Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease in battery operating time when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions:
???The battery has not been used for a long time.
???The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time.
???A cool battery is installed in a warm computer.
In such case, follow the steps below.
1.Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power on until the power automatically shuts off.
2.Plug in the AC adaptor.
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3. Charge the battery until the Battery indicator glows green.
Repeat these steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity.
NOTE: Leaving the AC adaptor connected will shorten battery life. At least once a month, run the computer on battery power until the battery is fully discharged, then recharge the battery.
Monitoring battery capacity
Remaining battery power can be monitored in Power Saver.
NOTES: 1. Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time. The com- puter needs this time to check the battery???s remaining capacity and to calculate the remaining operating time, based on the current power consumption rate and remaining battery capacity. The actual remaining operating time may differ slightly from the calculated time.
2.With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery???s capacity will gradually decrease. Therefore, an often used, older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged. In this case, TOSHIBA Power Saver will indicate a 100% charge for both the old and new battery, but the displayed estimated time remaining will be shorter for the older battery.
Maximizing battery operating time
A battery???s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge.
How long the charge lasts in a battery depends on:
???How you configure the computer, for example, whether you enable battery- power saving options. The computer provides a battery save mode, which can be set in TOSHIBA Power Saver, to conserve battery power. This mode has the following options:
???CPU Precessing speed
???Screen brightness
???System standby
???System Hibernation
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???Monitor Power off
???HDDPoweroff
???How often and how long you use the hard disk and the diskette drive.
???How much charge the battery contained to begin with.
???How you use optional devices, such as a PC card, to which the battery supplies power.
???Enabling Standby mode conserves battery power if you are frequently turning the computer off and on.
???Where you store your programs and data.
???Closing the display when you are not using the keyboard saves power.
???Operating time decreases at low temperatures.
???The condition of the battery terminals. Make sure the battery terminals stay clean by wiping them with a clean dry cloth before installing the battery pack.
Retaining data with power off
When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries retain data for the following approximate time periods:
Extending battery life
To maximize the life of your battery pack:
???At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps below.
1.Turn off the computer???s power.
2.Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the computer???s power. If it does not turn on go to step 4.
3.Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes. If the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time, continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged. If the Battery indicator flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to step 4.
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4.Connect the AC adaptor to the computer and the power cord to a power outlet. The DC IN 15V indicator should glow green, and the Battery indicator should glow orange to indicate that the battery pack is being charged. If the DC IN 15V indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied. Check the connections for the AC adaptor and power cord.
5.Charge the battery pack until the Battery indicator glows green.
???If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use.
???If you will not be using the system for an extended period, more than one month, remove the battery pack.
???Disconnect the AC adaptor when the battery is fully charged. Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life.
???If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adaptor.
???Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.
Replacing the battery pack
When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a new one. The life of the battery pack is generally about 500 recharges. If the Battery indicator flashes orange shortly after fully recharging the battery, the battery pack needs to be replaced.
You might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source. This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack.
Removing the battery pack
To replace a discharged battery, follow the steps below.
CAUTIONS: 1. When handling battery packs, be careful not to short circuit the terminals. Also do not drop, hit or other- wise apply impact; do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack.
2.Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode. Data is stored in RAM, so if the computer loses power it will be lost.
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3.In Hibernation mode, data will be lost if you remove the battery and disconnect the universal AC adaptor before the save is completed. Wait for the Built-in HDD indicator to go out.
4.Do not touch the latch while holding the computer. Or you may get injured by the dropped battery by unintentional release of the latch.
1.Save your work.
2.Turn the computer???s power off. Make sure the Power indicator is off.
3.Remove all cables connected to the computer.
4.Turn the computer upside down.
5.Slide the battery release latch to free the battery pack for removal after switching the battery safety lock into unlock position (direction opposite to the battery), then slide out the battery pack.
BATTERY
SAFETY LOCK
BATTERY
RELEASE LATCH
Figure 6-1 Releasing the battery pack
CAUTION: For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent battery pack. Please return spent battery packs to your TOSHIBA dealer.
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Installing the battery pack
To install a battery, follow the steps below.
CAUTIONS: 1. The battery pack is a lithium-ion battery, which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recom- mended by TOSHIBA as replacements.
2.Do not touch the latch while holding the computer. Or you may get injured by the dropped battery by unintentional release of the latch.
1.Turn the computer???s power off.
2.Disconnect all cables connected to the computer.
3.Insert the battery pack.
4.Secure the battery pack lock. Switch the battery safety lock into lock position.(direction toward the battery)
BATTERYPACK
BATTERY
RELEASE LATCH
Figure 6-2 Securing the battery pack
Starting the computer by password
Starting the computer by password
To start up the computer with the user password, follow these steps:
1.Turn on the power as described in Chapter 3, Getting Started. The following message appears:
Password =
NOTE: At this point, the hotkeys Fn + F1 to F5 do not work. They will function after you enter the password.
2.Enter the password.
3.Press Enter.
NOTE: If you enter the password incorrectly three times in a row, the computer shuts off. In this case, you must turn the computer back on to retry password entry.
Power-up modes
The computer has the following power-up modes:
???Boot: Computer shuts down without saving data. Always save your work before you turn the computer off in boot mode.
???Hibernation: Data in memory is saved to the hard disk.
???Standby: Data is maintained in the computer???s main memory.
NOTE: Refer also to the sections Turning on the power and Turning off the power in Chapter 3, Getting Started.
Windows utilities
You can specify the setting in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Hot keys
You can use hot keys Fn + F3 to enter Standby mode and Fn + F4 to enter Hibernation. See Chapter 5, The Keyboard for details.
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Panel power on/off
You can set up your computer so that power turns off automatically when you close the display panel. When you open the panel, power turns on in Standby or Hibernation mode but not in boot mode.
NOTE: If the panel power off function is enabled and you use Shut down Windows, do not close the display until the shut down function is completed.
System Auto Off
This feature turns the system off automatically if it is not used for a set duration. The system shuts down in Standby mode or Hibernation mode in Windows.
Chapter 7
HW Setup and Passwords
Chapter 7
HW Setup and Passwords
This chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and how to set passwords.
HW Setup
TOSHIBA HW Setup lets you configure settings for Display, CPU, Boot Priority, Keyboard,USB,LAN,General,Password,DeviceConfigandParallel/Printer.
NOTE: If the supervisor password is set, access to the TOSHIBA HW Setup program can be prevented when the user password is used to log on to the computer. Some models are not equipped with Parallel/Printer tab and/or CPU tab.
Accessing HW Setup
To run HW Setup, click start, click Control Panel, click Printers and other Hardware and select TOSHIBA HW Setup.
HW Setup window
The HW Setup window contains the following tabs: General, Password, Device Config, Parallel/Printer,Display,CPU,BootPriority,Keyboard,USB and LAN.
NOTE: Some models are not equipped with Parallel/Printer and/or CPU tabs.
There are also three buttons: OK, Cancel and Apply.
OK Accepts your changes and closes the HW Setup window. Cancel Closes the window without accepting your changes.
Apply Accepts all your changes without closing the HW Setup window.
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General
This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons: Default and
About.
Default Return all HW Setup values to the factory settings. About Display the HW Setup version.
Setup
This field displays BIOS Version and date.
Password
User Password
This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on. Not Registered Change or remove the password. (Default)
Registered Set the password. A dialogue box will appear to let you set the password.
To enter a user password:
1. Select Registered to display the following prompt:
Enter Password:
2.Enter a password of up to 10 characters. (You cannot use the following characters: - ^ @ [ ] ; : , . / space.) The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks. For example, if you enter a password consisting of four characters, the display is shown as:
Enter Password: ****
NOTE: If you click the OK button before entering the password, Not registered will appear on the display.
3.Click the OK button. The following message appears, allowing you to verify the password.
Verify Password:
4.If character strings match, the password is registered and the display changes to:
The password was registered
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If they do not match, the following message appears. You must repeat from step 1.
Entry Error!!!
To delete a user password:
1.Select Not Registered to display the following prompt:
Enter Password:
2.Enter the currently registered password. The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks.
Enter Password: ****
NOTE: If you click the OK button before entering the password, Reg- istered will appear on the display.
3.Click the OK button. If the character string you enter matches the registered password, the password option is reset and the display changes to:
The password was deleted
If they do not match, the following message appears. You must repeat step 1.
Incorrect Password
NOTE: If you enter the password incorrectly three times, the screen will display:
Sorry, access denied!!! Powering off your machine then powering it back on again are required to regain access.
You will not be able to access the password option in the HW Setup. In this case you must turn the power off and back on to retry the procedure.
4.Follow the same procedures described in the earlier section, How to set the password, to set a new user password.
Refer to the Supervisor password section later in this chapter for details on setting the supervisor password.
Key FD
After you set a password, you can create a Key FD (diskette). If you forget the user password, the Key FD lets you bypass the password function.
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NOTE: It is a good idea to create more than one Key FD in case a Key FD is damaged or lost.
To create a Key FD follow the steps below.
1.Turn off the computer???s power.
2.Connect the diskette drive to a USB port on the computer.
3.Set a diskette???s write-protect tab to the write enable position and insert the diskette in the drive.
NOTE: All data on the diskette will be destroyed.
4.Turn on the computer???s power. Password= will be displayed on the LCD.
5.Enter the password.
6.Press the Tab key.
Insert FD Ready (Y/N) will be displayed on the LCD. 7. Press Y.
Remove FD press key will be displayed on the LCD. 8. Remove the diskette and press any key.
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Device Configuration
This option lets you set the device configuration. All Devices BIOS sets all devices.
Setup by OS Operating system sets devices that it can control. (Default)
Parallel/Printer
Some models are equipped with Parallel/Printer tab. This tab lets you set the Parallel Port Mode. Use the Windows Device Manager to make settings for the Parallel port.
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The options in this tab are ECP and Standard Bi-directional.
ECP Sets the port type to Extended Capabilities Port (ECP). For most printers, the port should be set to ECP. (Default)
Standard This setting should be used with some other parallel
Bi-directional devices.
Display
This tab lets you customize your computer???s display settings for either the internal LCD screen or for an external monitor.
Power On Display
Lets you use the display to be used when the computer is booted. (This setting is only available on Standard VGA mode and not available on Windows Desktop)
Auto-Selected Selects an external monitor if one is connected. Other- wise, it selects the internal LCD. (Default)
LCD + Analog RGB Selects both the internal LCD and external monitor for simultaneous display.
CPU
Celeron models are not equipped with CPU tab.
This function lets you set the CPU operating mode.
Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode
This option lets you choose from the following settings: Dynamically CPU power consumption and clock speed
Switchable automatic switching function is enabled. When the computer is in use, CPU operation is automatically switched when necessary. (Default)
Always High CPU power consumption and clock speed automatic switching function is disabled. The CPU always runs at its fastest speed.
Always Low CPU power consumption and clock speed automatic switching function is disabled. The CPU always runs at low power consumption and low speed.
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HT Technology
This tab is available only on the models with the CPU that supports Hyper- Threading Technology (HTT). You can enable or disable the HTT feature (includ- ing control for PM when enabling it) using this tab.
Enabled with PM* Select this option to enable the HTT feature with PM activated.
Enabled without PM* Select this option to enable the HTT feature with PM deactivated.
Disabled Select this option to disable the HTT feature.
* PM is Power Management???s abbreviation.
NOTE: This tab appears only on the models with the CPU that supports the HTT feature. The options on this tab will not change to their default settings even if you press the Default button on the General tab. Also note that the Dynamically Switchable setting in the Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode option is not available when the Enabled without PM option is selected on this tab.
Boot Priority
Boot Priority Options
This option sets the priority for booting the computer. Select from the following settings:
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CD-ROM ???> LAN ???> FDD ???> HDD The computer looks for bootable files in thefollowingorder:CD-ROM,LAN, diskette drive and HDD.
You can override the settings and manually select a boot device by pressing one of the following keys while the computer is booting:
CSelectstheCD-ROM*.
*In this computer, CD-ROM refers to the Fixed optical media drive.
NOTES: 1. PC card HDD boot is supported only by slot 0 on the computer. Support is guaranteed only for TOSHIBA PC cardHDDs.
2.When you assign a PC card HDD top priority, ???PC??? is not displayed. However, the PC card HDD takes the position of HDD in the Boot Priority Options list above.
To change the boot drive, follow the steps below.
1.Hold down F12 and boot the computer.
2.The following menu will be displayed with the following icons: Built-in HDD, CD-ROM,FDD,Network(LAN),PC(ATA)cardboot.
NOTE: A bar will appear only under the selected device.
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3.Use the left/right cursor keys to highlight the boot device you want and press
Enter.
NOTES: 1. If a supervisor password is set, the menu above does not appear when you use the user password to start the computer.
2.The selection method above does not change the boot priority settings in HW Setup.
3.If you press a key other than one of those above or if the selected device is not installed, the system will boot according to the current setting in HW Setup.
4.Support of PC (ATA) card boot is guaranteed only for TOSHIBAPCcardHDDs.
5.A PC (ATA) card takes the position of HDD in the Boot Priority Options list.
HDD Priority Options
If more than one HDD is installed in the computer, this option lets you set the priority for HDD detection. If the first detected HDD has a boot command, the system will boot from the HDD.
Built-in HDD ???> PC Card (Default)
HDDs are searched for a boot command in the following order: the built-in HDD, and the PC card. (Default)
PC Card ???> Built-in HDD
HDDs are searched for a boot command in the following order: the built-in HDD and the PC card.
NOTE: If a boot command is not found on the first detected HDD, the system will not boot from the other HDD. It will search the next device in the boot priority for a boot command.
Network Boot Protocol
This feature sets the protocol to remotely boot from the network.
[PXE] Sets PXE as the protocol. (Default) [RPL] Sets RPL as the protocol.
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NOTE: The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off. Leave the universal AC adaptor connected while using this feature.
Keyboard
Wake-up on Keyboard
When this feature is enabled and the computer is in Standby mode, you can turn on the computer by pressing any key. It is effective only for the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in standby mode.
Enabled Enables the Wake-up on Keyboard. Disabled Disables the Wake-up on Keyboard. (Default)
USB
USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation
Use this option to enable or disable USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation. If your operating system does not support USB, you can still use a USB mouse and keyboard by setting the USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation item to
Enabled.
Enabled Enables the USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation. (Default) Disabled Disables the USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation.
USB-FDD Legacy Emulation
Use this option to enable or disable USB-FDD Legacy Emulation.
Enabled Enables the USB-FDD Legacy Emulation. (Default) Disabled Disables the USB-FDD Legacy Emulation.
LAN
Built-in LAN
This feature enables or disables the Built-in LAN.
Enabled Enables Built-in LAN functions. (Default) Disabled Disables Built-in LAN functions.
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Supervisor password
Refer to the readme file of the Supervisor Password Utility for instructions on setting the Supervisor Password.
The path to the readme file is C:\Program Files\TOSHIBA\Windows Utilities\SVPWTool. In the SVPWTool directory, open the readme.htm file.
Chapter 8
Optional Devices
Chapter 8
Optional Devices
Optional devices can expand the computer???s capabilities and its versatility. This chapter describes connection or installation of the following devices, which are available from your TOSHIBA dealer:
Cards/memory
???PC cards
???SD cards
???Memory expansion
Power devices
???Battery pack
???Universal AC adaptor
Peripheral devices
???USB diskette drive
???Externalmonitor
???Parallelprinter
???i.LINK(IEEE1394)
Other
???Security lock
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PC cards
The computer is equipped with a PC card expansion slot that can accommodate one 5 mm Type II card. Any PC card that meets industry standards (manufactured by TOSHIBA or other vendor) can be installed. The slot supports 16-bit PC cards, including PC card 16???s multifunction card and CardBus PC cards.
CardBus supports the new standard of 32-bit PC cards. The bus provides superior performance for the greater demands of multimedia data transmission.
Inserting a PC card
The PC card connector is located on the left side of the computer.
Windows??? hot-install feature lets you install a PC card while the computer???s power is on.
NOTES: 1. Do not install a PC card while the computer is in standby or hibernation mode. Some cards might not work properly.
2.An HDD or CD-ROM connected to a 16-bit PC card, might affect the performance of the computer???s sound system and data transmission, including slower transmission speeds and dialing errors.
To install a PC card, follow the steps below.
1.Insert the PC card.
2.Press gently to ensure a firm connection.
PC CARD
Figure 8-1 Inserting the PC card
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3.Check the configuration in the HW Setup window to make sure it is appropri- ate for your card.
After installing the card, refer to the card???s documentation and check the configura- tion in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your card.
Removing a PC card
To remove the PC card, follow the steps below.
1.Click the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar.
2.Click PCcard.
3.Press the PC card eject button to extend it.
4.Press the extended eject button to pop the card out slightly.
5.Pinch the PC card and remove it.
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EJECT BUTTON
Figure 8-2 Removing the PC card
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SD cards
The computer is equipped with an SD card slot that can accommodate Secure Digital flash memory cards with various memory capacities. SD cards let you easily transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants, that use SD card flash-memory. The cards have a high level of security and copy protection features. The slot cannot accommodate Multi Media cards.
CAUTION: Keep foreign objects out of the SD card slot. A pin or similar object can damage the computer???s circuitry.
NOTE: SD memory cards comply with SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music. For this reason, you cannot copy or playback protected material on another computer or other device. You may not use the reproduction of any copyrighted material except for your personal enjoyment.
Formatting an SD card
SD memory cards are sold with format in conformity to the Standards of SD memory card. If you format the SD card again, be sure to format it with the utility of TOSHIBA SD memory card format, not in the format defined as the Windows standard format.
In order to run TOSHIBA SD memory card format, click windows start button, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to Utilities and click SD memory card Format.
TOSHIBA SD memory card format does not format the protected area of SD memory card. When you format all area of the SD memory card including the protected area, use the application that responds to the copy protection system.Installing an SD card
To install an SD card, follow the steps below.
1. Insert the SD card.
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2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection.
SD CARD
Figure 8-3 Inserting an SD card
CAUTION: Make sure the SD card is oriented properly before you insert it.
Removing an SD card
To remove an SD card, follow the steps below.
1.Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and disable the SD card.
2.Push in the card and release it to pop the card out slightly.
3.Grasp the card and remove it.
SD CARD INDICATOR
SD CARD
Figure 8-4 Removing an SD card
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CAUTIONS: 1. Make sure the SD card indicator is out before you remove the card or turn off the computer???s power. If you remove the card or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the card you may lose data or damage the card.
2.Do not remove an SD card while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode. The computer could become unstable or data in the SD card could be lost.
SD card care
NOTE:Please use an SDIO card*1 which is supported in the SD slot of this machine.If you use an SDIO card which is not supported in the SD slot of this machine, the system may become unstable.
*1: As of September, 2003, An SDIO card which is supported in the SD slot of this machine is not on sale.
Memory expansion
This computer is equipped with two memory module sockets beneath the keyboard. You can increase the amount of RAM by installing an additional memory or replacing default memories with additional memories. This section describes how to install and remove a memory module.
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CAUTIONS: 1. Refer to General Precautions for the attention when keyboard brace is removed.
2.Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA.
3.Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following conditions. You can damage the computer and the module. Also, data will be lost.
a.The computer is turned on.
b.The computer was shut down using the Stand by mode or Hibernation mode.
NOTES: 1. Place a mat beneath the computer to prevent making a scratch on the lid when replacing the memory module. Avoid the mat that generates static electricity.
2.Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten screws. Use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads.
Installing memory module
To install a memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then:
1.Turn the computer off in boot mode. Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3, Getting Started.
2.Remove all cables connected to the computer.
3.Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.)
4.Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to the right and open the display panel.
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5. Insert a thin object under the rim of the keyboard brace and lift out the brace.
Figure 8-5 Removing the keybord brace
6.Remove two screws securing the keyboard and one screw securing the metal brace. Lift off the metal brace.
NOTE: Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver.
7.Lift up the back of the keyboard, rotate it toward you and lay in face down on the palm rest.
CAUTIONS: 1. When you move the keyboard forward, do not touch the keys. Doing so could cause misalignment. Hold the keyboard by the sides and lay it gently on the palm rest.
2.The keyboard is connected to the computer by a ribbon cable. Be careful not to apply tension to this cable when you lift up the keyboard. Do not try to disconnect this cable.
Figure 8-6 Removing three screws and one metal brace, and rotate the keyboard
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8.Lift into the left the insulation sheet covering the memory module and secure the sheet with tape to keep it out of your way.
CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems.
NOTE: The slot A is reserved for main memory. Use the slot B for expanded memory. If only one card is installed, use the slot A.
Figure 8-7 Lifting into the left the insulation sheet.
9.Insert a new module in the socket and push it down so it lies flat and is secured by two latches on either side.
Figure 8-8 Installing the memory module.
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10.Seat the insulation sheet to cover the module.
NOTE: Be sure to check that the insulation sheet is returned to the original position to cover the memory module.
11.Insert tabs on the front of the keyboard into corresponding notches on the computer and seat the keyboard.
CAUTION: When seating the keyboard, be sure to fit the flexible printed circuit board under the palm rest if the flat cable was pulled out while you were removing the keyboard.
12. Two screws secure the keyboard and one screw secures the metal brace.
CAUTION: Be sure to use all two screws removed in step 6. Make sure no screw was dropped into the computer. Make sure all foreign matter, such as the tape applied in step 9 is removed.
13.Seat the keyboard brace and press to secure latches.
14.Install the battery pack. Refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, for details.
15.Turn the power on and make sure the added memory is recognized. Open System Properties in the Control Panel and click the General tab.
Removing memory module
To remove the memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then:
1.Turn the computer off and remove all cables connected to the computer.
2.Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.)
3.Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to the right and open the display panel.
4.Follow steps 5 through 8 in Installing memory module to access the memory module.
5.Push the latches to the outside to release the module. A spring will force one end of the module up.
6.Grasp the sides of the module and pull it out, then replace the insulator.
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CAUTIONS: 1. If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules and the circuits locating close to the memory modules will become hot. In this case, let them cool to room temperature before you replace them. Or you will get burnt if you touch any of them.
2.Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems.
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Figure 8-9 Removing the memory module
7.Rotate the keyboard back into place and secure the keyboard brace as described in the previous section.
8.Turn the computer upside down and replace the battery pack.
Battery pack
You can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs. If you???re away from an AC power source and your battery runs low, you can replace it with a freshly charged battery. Refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.
Universal AC adaptor
If you frequently transport the computer between different sites such as your home and office, purchasing an AC adaptor for each location will reduce the weight and bulk of your carrying load.
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USB diskette drive
The 3 1/2" external diskette drive module can be connected to the USB port. For details on connecting the 3 1/2" external diskette drive module, refer to Chapter 4,
Operating Basics.
External monitor
An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer. The computer supports VGA and Super VGA video modes. To connect a monitor, follow the steps below.
1.Turn the computer off.
2.Connect the monitor to the external monitor port.
3.Turn the monitor???s power on.
4.Turn the computer on.
When you turn on the power, the Windows Bootup screen (Windows Logo) appears on the display device that is set as the power on Display in HW Setup (Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords for more information).
However, the Windows Desktop appears on a display device that you used last time to shut down your PC, if the display device exists when you turn on the power.
To change the display settings, press Fn + F5. If you disconnect the monitor before you turn the computer off, be sure to press Fn + F5 to switch to the internal display. Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details on using hot keys to change the display setting.
Parallel printer
You can connect any standard Centronics-compatible parallel printer to your computer. All you need is an IBM PC??? parallel printer cable. Your dealer can supply one or you can purchase one at most computer stores.
The cable???s connectors are designed so that it is impossible for you to connect them incorrectly. To connect a printer, follow these steps:
1.Turn off the computer.
2.Insert one end of the cable into the computer???s parallel port.
3.Tighten the screws that fasten the cable connector to the computer???s parallel port.
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4.Insert the other end of the cable into the printer???s parallel connector.
5.Fasten the connector to the printer with the clips on the parallel port.
6.Turn on the printer.
7.Turn on the computer.
8.Start the HW Setup program. Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords.
9.Select the Parallel/Printer tab from the TOSHIBA HW Setup window.
10.Set the Parallel Port Mode and press OK.
11.Choose Reboot for the change to take effect.
12.Select the printer in Windows Add Print Wizard. To access the Add Print Wizard utility, click Start, point to Settings, click Printers and double click the Add Printer icon.
i.LINK (IEEE1394)
i.LINK (IEEE1394) is used for high-speed data transfer for a range of compatible devices such as
???Digital video cameras
???Hard disk drives
???MO drives
???CD-RW drives
NOTE: i.LINK uses a four-pin connector, which does not carry electric current. External devices will need their own power supply.
Precautions
???Make a back-up of your data before transferring it to the computer. There is a possibility that the original data will be damaged. There is a particular risk that some frames will be deleted in the case of digital video transfer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for such loss of data.
???Do not transfer data in areas where static electricity is easily generated or in areas subjected to electronic noise. Data can be destroyed.
???If you are transferring data through an IEEE1394 hub, do not connect or disconnect other devices from the hub during data transfer. There is a likeli- hood that data will be damaged. Connect all devices to the hub before you turn on the computer???s power.
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???You may not use any copyrighted video or music data copied from a video camera except for your personal enjoyment.
???If you connect/disconnect an i.LINK device to/from another i.LINK device that is currently exchanging data with the computer, data frames might be dropped.
???Make sure data transfer has ended or turn off the computer, before you:
???Connect/disconnect an i.LINK device to/from the computer.
???Connect/disconnect an i.LINK device to/from another i.LINK device that is connected to the computer.
Connecting
1.Make sure the connectors are properly aligned and plug the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable into the computer.
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Figure 8-10 Connecting the i.LINK cable
2. Plug the other end of the cable into the device. Note the following when you use i.LINK:
???You may need to install drivers for your i.LINK devices.
???Not all i.LINK devices have been tested, therefore, compatibility with all i.LINK devices cannot be guaranteed.
???Use S100, S200 or S400 cables no longer than three meters.
???Some devices might not support standby or automatic off functions.
???Do not connect or disconnect an i.LINK device while it is using an application or when the computer is automatically shutting it down to save power. Data might be destroyed.
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Disconnecting
1.Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar.
2.Point to i.LINK (IEEE1394) device and click.
3.Disconnect the cable from the computer then from the i.LINK device.
NOTE: Refer also to the documentation that came with your i.LINK device.
Security lock
A security lock enables you to anchor your computer to a desk or other heavy object to help prevent unauthorized removal of the computer.
Attach one end of a cable to the desk and the other end to the security lock slot on the back side of the computer.
CAUTION: The Security Lock Slot is between Cooling Vent. After using this computer, the Security Lock Slot is hot because of the exhaust heat from the Cooling Vent. There is a possibility of getting burnt when the Security Lock Slot is touched at this time. Therefore, be careful enough work after it is confirmed that heat is cold enough after the computer is used.
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Chapter 9
Troubleshooting
Chapter 9
Troubleshooting
TOSHIBA designed the computer for durability. However, should problems occur, following the procedures in this chapter can help to determine the cause.
All readers should become familiar with this chapter. Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring.
Problem solving process
Resolving problems will be much easier if you observe the following guidelines:
???Stop immediately when you recognize a problem exists. Further action may result in data loss or damage. You may destroy valuable problem-related information that can help solve the problem.
???Observe what is happening. Write down what the system is doing and what actions you performed immediately before the problem occurred. If you have a printer attached, print a copy of the screen using PrtSc SysReq.
The questions and procedures offered in this chapter are meant as a guide, they are not definitive problem solving techniques. Many problems can be solved simply, but a few may require help from your dealer. If you find you need to consult your dealer or others, be prepared to describe the problem in as much detail as possible.
Preliminary checklist
Consider the simplest solution first. The items in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem.
???Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer. This includes your printer and any other external device you are using.
???Before you attach an external device, turn the computer off. When you turn the computer back on it recognizes the new device.
???Make sure all options are set properly in the setup program.
???Check all cables. Are they correctly and firmly attached? Loose cables can cause signal errors.
???Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins.
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???Check that your diskette or CD/DVD-ROM is correctly inserted and that the diskette???s write protect tab is correctly set.
Make notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log. This will help you describe your problems to your dealer. If a problem recurs, the log will help you identify the problem faster.
Analyzing the problem
Sometimes the system gives clues that can help you identify why it is malfunction- ing. Keep the following questions in mind:
???Which part of the system is not operating properly: keyboard, diskette drives, hard disk drive, optical media drive, display. Each device produces different symptoms.
???Is the operating system configuration set properly? Check the configuration options.
???What appears on the display screen? Does it display any messages or random characters? Print a copy of the screen if you have a printer attached. Look up the messages in the software and operating system documentation. Check that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached. Loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent signals.
???Do any indicators light? Which ones? What color are they? Do they stay on or blink? Write down what you see.
???Do you hear any beeps? How many? Are they long or short? Are they high pitched or low? Is the computer making any unusual noises? Write down what you hear.
Record your observations so you can describe them to your dealer.
Software The problems may be caused by your software or disk (disc). If you cannot load a software package, the media may be damaged or the program might be corrupted. Try loading another copy of the software.
If an error message appears while you are using a software package, check the software documentation. These documents usually include a problem solving section or a summary of error messages.
Next, check any error messages in the OS documentation.
Hardware and system checklist
Hardware If you cannot find a software problem, check your hardware. First run through the items in the preliminary checklist above. If you still cannot correct the problem, try to identify the source. The next section provides checklists for individual components and peripherals.
Hardware and system checklist
This section discusses problems caused by your computer???s hardware or attached peripherals. Basic problems may occur in the following areas:
???System start-up
???Self test
???Power
???Battery
???Password
???Keyboard
???LCDpanel
???Hard disk drive
???DVD-ROMdrive
???CD-RW/DVD-ROMdrive
???DVD-R/-RWdrive
???DVDMultidrive
???DVD??RWdrive (DVDDualdrive)
???Diskette drive
System start-up
???PC card
???SD card
???Pointing device
???USB
???Memory expansion
???Sound System
???Monitor
???Modem
???Standby/Hibernation
???LAN
???Wireless LAN
???i.LINK(IEEE1394)
???RealTimeClock
???Printer
When the computer does not start properly, check the following items:
???Self Test
???Power Sources
???Power-on Password
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Self test
When the computer starts up, the self test will be run automatically, and the followingwillbedisplayed:
In Touch with Tomorrow
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This message remains on the screen for a few seconds.
If the self test is successful, the computer tries to load the operating system, depending on how the Boot Priority is set in the TOSHIBA HW Setup program.
If any of the following conditions are present, the self test failed:
???The computer stops and does not proceed to display information or messages except the TOSHIBA logo.
???Random characters appear on the screen, and the system does not function normally.
???The screen displays an error message.
Turn off the computer and check all cable connections as well as PC card and memory module connections. If the test fails again, contact your dealer.
Power
When the computer is not plugged into an AC outlet, the battery pack is the primary power source. However, your computer has a number of other power resources, including intelligent power supply, Real Time Clock battery. These resources are interrelated and any one could affect apparent power problems. This section provides check lists for AC power and the battery. If you cannot resolve a problem after following them, the cause could lie with another power resource. In such case, contact your dealer.
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Overheating power down
If the computer???s internal temperature becomes too high, the computer will automati- cally enter Hibernation or Resume mode and shut down.
AC power
If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connected, check the DC IN 15V indicator. Refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for more information.
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Check the condition of the cord and terminals. If the cord is frayed or damaged, replace it. If the terminals are soiled, wipe them with cotton or a clean cloth.
If the AC adaptor still does not power the com- puter, contact your dealer.
Battery
If you suspect a problem with the battery, check the DC IN 15V indicator as well as the Battery indicator. For information on indicator and battery operation see Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.
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Keyboard
Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more informa- tion refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard and Chapter7, HW Setup and Passwords.
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PRESS FROM THE UPSIDE
PROJECTING PART
SPRING
PROJECTING PART
???Follow the steps below when a plastic spring is out of place together with a key- top.
1. Remove the plastic spring from the key-top.
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2. Attach the plastic spring to the keyboard with its flat face downward after confirming the direction.
FLAT FACE DOWNWARD
3. Press from the upside until you hear a click after replacing the key-top to the right position.
LCD panel
Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer???s setup. Refer to Chapter 7,
HW Setup and Passwords for more information.
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DVD-ROM drive
For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
EXTRA),CD-G(AudioCDonly),
Addressing Method 2
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Check the region code on the DVD. It must match that on the DVD-ROM drive. Region codes are listed in the Optical media section in Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive
For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
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CD-ROM: CD-DA,CD-Text,PhotoCD??? (single/multi-session),CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2, CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2), Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA),CD-G(AudioCDonly), Addressing Method 2
Recordable: CD-R,CD-RW
CD
Check the region code on the DVD. It must match that on the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive. Region codes are listed in the Optical media section in Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.
Cannot write correctly If you have trouble writing, make sure you are observing the following precautions:
???Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA.
???Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing.
???Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording.
???Do not run or start other software during writing.
???Do not jar the computer during writing.
???Do not connect/ disconnect external devices or install/remove internal cards during writing.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
DVD-R/-RW drive
For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
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observing the following precautions:
??? Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA.
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???Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing.
???Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording.
???Do not run or start other software during writing.
???Do not jar the computer during writing.
???Do not connect/ disconnect external devices or install/remove internal cards during writing.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
DVD Multi drive
For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
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DVD??RW drive (DVD Dual drive)
For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
Hardware and system checklist
Check the region code on the DVD. It must match that on the DVD??RW drive. Region codes are listed in the Optical media section in Chapter 2, TheGrandTour.
Cannot write correctly If you have trouble writing, make sure you are observing the following precautions:
???Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA.
???Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing.
???Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording.
???Do not run or start other software during writing.
???Do not jar the computer during writing.
???Do not connect/ disconnect external devices or install/removeinternalcardsduringwriting.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
Diskette drive
For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
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Pointing device
If you are using a USB mouse, also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation.
Touch Pad
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
USB
Refer also to your USB device???s documentation.
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Memory expansion
Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for information on installing memory modules.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
Sound System
Refer also to documentation for your audio devices.
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Monitor
Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, and to your monitor???s documentation.
Modem
Refer to Appendix C and D.
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Standby/Hibernation
LAN
Wireless LAN
If the following procedures do not restore LAN access, consult your LAN adminis- trator. For more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operat- ing Basics.
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Real Time Clock
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Printer
Refer also to the Parallel printer sections in Chapter 8, Optional Devices, and to the troubleshooting and other relevant sections in your printer and software documentation.
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TOSHIBA support
If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to contact TOSHIBA for addi- tional technical assistance.
Before you call
Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Before contacting TOSHIBA,trythefollowing:
???Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation for software and peripheral devices.
???If a problem occurs when you are running software applications, consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Call the software company???s technical support for assistance.
???Consult the dealer you purchased your computer and/or software from. They are your best sources for current information and support.
Where to write
If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related, write to TOSHIBA at the nearest location listed below:
OutsideofEurope
Australia
TOSHIBAAustraliaPty.Ltd. Information Systems Division 84-92TalaveraRoad
North Ryde N.S.W. 2113 Sydney
Canada
TOSHIBAofCanadaLtd. 191 McNabb Street, Markham,Ontario L3R8H2
China
TOSHIBAComputerSystems
(Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Bldg.33,No.351,JinzangRoad,
Pudong New Area,
Shanghai,
P.R.China201206
Singapore
TOSHIBA Singapore Pte. Ltd. 438BAlexandraRoad#06-01 Alexandra Technopark Singapore119968
UnitedStatesofAmerica
TOSHIBAAmericaInformation Systems, Inc.
9740IrvineBoulevard Irvine,California92618
USA
InEurope
Germany&Austria
TOSHIBAEurope(I.E.)GmbH
Gesch??ftsbereich,
Deutschland-??sterreich
Hammfelddamm8,
D-41460Neuss,Germany
France
TOSHIBA Syst??ms France S.A. 7,RueAmp??reB.P.131,
92804PuteauxCedex
Netherlands
TOSHIBAInformationSystems, BeneluxB.V.
RiviumBoulevard
412909LKCapellea/dIJssel
Spain
TOSHIBAInformationSystems,
ESPA??A
Parque Empresarial San Fernando
EdificioEuropa,la Planta,
EscaleraA28830Madrid
UnitedKingdom
TOSHIBAInformationSystems(U.K.)
Ltd.
TOSHIBACourt
Weybridge Business Park
Addlestone Road
Weybridge,SurreyKT152UL
TheRestofEurope
TOSHIBAEurope(I.E.)GmbH
Gesch??ftsbereich,
Deutschland-??sterreich
Hammfelddamm8,
D-41460Neuss,Germany
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This appendix summarizes the computer???s technical specifications.
Physical Dimensions
Environmental Requirements
Power Requirements
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Networkcontrolunit(NCU)
Communicationspecifications
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Display Controller and
Modes
Display controller
The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular pels on or off.
The controller is an advanced Video Graphics Array (VGA) that provides Extended Graphics Array (XGA) and Super Extended Graphics Array Plus (SXGA+) support for the internal LCD and external monitors. The 15.0" TFT LCD panel displays up to 1024horizontaland768verticalpixelsand1400horizontaland1050verticalpixels.
A high-resolution external monitor connected to the computer can display up to 2048 horizontal and 1536 vertical pixcels at 16M colors
The display controller also controls the video mode, which uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum number of colors that can be displayed on screen.
Software written for a given video mode will run on any computer that supports the mode.
The computer???s display controller supports all VGA and SVGA modes, the most widely used industry standards.
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Video modes
The computer supports video modes defined in the tables below. If your application offers a selection of mode numbers that do not match the numbers on the table, select a mode based on mode type, resolution, character matrix, number of colors and refresh rates. Also, if your software supports both graphics and text modes, the screen display may appear to operate faster using a text mode.
Table1 Video modes (VGA)
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Table 2 Video modes (XGA)
CAUTION: Some SVGA modes are not supported at LCD+CRT simulta- neous mode and LCD+CRT Multi Monitor mode.
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CAUTION: Some SVGA modes are not supported at LCD+CRT simulta- neous mode and LCD+CRT Multi Monitor mode.
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Table 3 Video modes (Super XGA+)
CAUTION: Some SVGA modes are not supported at LCD+CRT simulta- neous mode and LCD+CRT Multi Monitor mode.
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Table 3 Video modes (Super XGA+) continued
CAUTION: Some SVGA modes are not supported at LCD+CRT simulta- neous mode and LCD+CRT Multi Monitor mode.
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CAUTION: Some SVGA modes are not supported at LCD+CRT simulta- neous mode and LCD+CRT Multi Monitor mode.
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Display Settings
1. You cannot move from the [Settings] tab of [Display Properties] to the multi-monitor when you are using the display of the computer and an external CRT display at the same time.
FigureB-1 Display Properties
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??? The way to move to multi-monitor
a. Press [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [F12] keys to make
[Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Prope...]
displayed.(SeeFigureB-2)
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2.Some reproduced DVD picture may not be displayed when the display of the computer and a CRT display are used at the same. Reduce the resolution, use the display of the computer only, use the CRT display only or set display device inthemulti-monitor,thenplayDVD.
Figure B-3 WinDVD 4.0
b.The following sub-panel is displayed, then click the circled part shown in figure B-5.
Figure B-4 WinDVD 4.0 Sub-panel
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c.The following [Set up] screen is displayed, then remove the check of
[Use Hardware Decode Acceleration]
(The check of [Use Hardware Color Acceleration] is removedautomatically).
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Figure B-5 Setup
d. Click [OK] button(The [Set up] tab closes automatically).
4.The DVD video overlay is not displayed when the display mode of CRT display is set to high resolution and hifh refresh rate mode at LCD/CRT simultinousormulti-monitor.
Please decrease the resolution and refresh rate of CRT display.
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5.A DVD-reproduced image may not be displayed in correct position when you press Fn+F1 to enter into Instant Security mode while a DVD is playing under WinDVD 4.0, and then move the mouse or press the key to exit Instant Security mode. In this case, close WinDVD 4.0 and open it again, or pres the Stop button and then the Play button to display the DVD image in correct position.
The following steps will work around this problem.
a. Run WinDVD 4.0. Click the Subpanel button and select the Display option fromthelist.
b.In the Subpanel window, click the Setup button.
c.In the Setup window, deselect the Hardware decode acceleration checkbox (Deselecting this checkbox will automatically deselect the
Hardware color acceleration checkbox).
d.Click the OK button (The Setup tab panel will close).
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AT Commands
In most cases, you will not need to type AT commands manually. However, there might be some occasions when you will need to do so.
This chapter describes AT commands for data mode. Fax and voice commands are taken care of by application software.
The format for entering AT commands is:
ATXn
where X is the AT command, and n is the specific value for that command. After you type in the command press Enter.
Any command issued is acknowledged with a response in either text or numeric values known as result codes.
All commands and command-values accepted by the modem are described in this section; any entry other than those listed results in an error.
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A Answer command
This command instructs the modem to go off-hook and answer an incoming call.
Bn Communication standard setting
This command determines the communication standard CCITT or Bell. B0 Selects CCITT V.22 mode when the modem is at 1200 bps. B1 Selects Bell 212A when the modem is at 1200 bps (default). B15 Selects V.21 when the modem is at 300 bps.
B16 Selects Bell 103J when the modem is at 300 bps (default). Result Codes:
OK n=0,1,15,16 ERROR Otherwise
Dn Dial
This command instructs the modem to dial a telephone number. Enter n (the telephone number and any modifiers) after the ATD command.
Any digit or symbol (0-9, *, #, A, B, C, D) may be dialed as touch-tone digits. Characters such as spaces, hyphens, and parentheses do not count. They are ignored by the modem, but you may want to include them to make the number and modifiers easier to read.
The following may be used as phone number modifiers:
,Pause during dialing. Pause for time specified in Register S8 before processing the next character in the dial string.
WWait for dial tone. Modem waits for a second dial tone before processing the dial string.
@Wait for quiet answer. Wait for five seconds of silence after dialing the number. If silence is not detected, the modem sends a NO ANSWER result code back to the caller.
!Hook flash. Causes the modem to go on-hook for 0.5 seconds and then return to off-hook.
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;Return to command mode. Causes the modem to return to command mode after dialing a number, without disconnecting the call.
S=n Dial a telephone number previously stored using the &Zn=X command (See &Zn=X command for more information). The range is 0-3.
En Echo command
This command controls whether or not the characters entered from your computer keyboard are displayed on your monitor (echoed) while the modem is in command mode.
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Ln Monitor speaker volume
This command sets speaker volume to low, medium, or high.
Result Codes:
OK n=0,1,2,3
ERROR Otherwise
Mn Monitor speaker mode
This command turns the speaker on or off. M0 The speaker is off.
M1 The speaker is on until the modem detects the carrier signal (default).
M2 The speaker is always on when modem is off-hook.
M3 Speaker is on until the carrier is detected, except when dialing. Result Codes:
OK n=0,1,2,3 ERROR Otherwise
Nn Modulation handshake
This command controls whether or not the local modem performs a negotiated handshake at connection time with the remote modem when the communication speed of the two modems is different.
N0 When originating or answering, this is for handshake only at the communication standard specified by S37 and the ATB command.
N1 When originating or answering, begin the handshake at the communication standard specified by S37 and the ATB command (default).
During handshake, a lower transmission speed may be selected.
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Result Codes:
OK n=0,1
ERROR Otherwise
On Return on-line to data mode
O0 Instructs the modem to exit on-line command mode and return to data mode (see AT escape sequence, +++).
O1 This command issues a retrain before returning to on-line data mode.
O3 This command issues a rate renegotiation before returning to on-line data mode.
Result Codes: OK n=0,1,3 ERROR Otherwise
P Select pulse dialing
This command configures the modem for pulse (non touch-tone) dialing. Dialed digits are pulsed until a T command or dial modifier is received. Tone dial is the default setting.
Qn Result code control
Result codes are informational messages sent from the modem and displayed on your monitor. Basic result codes are OK, CONNECT, RING, NO CARRIER, and ERROR. The ATQ command allows the user to turn result codes on or off.
Q0 Enables modem to send result codes to the computer (de- fault).
Q1 Disables modem from sending result codes to the computer. Result Codes:
OK n=0,1 ERROR Otherwise
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T Select tone dialing
This command instructs the modem to send DTMF tones while dialing. Dialed digits are tone dialed until a P command or dial modifier is received. This is the default setting.
Vn DCE response format
This command controls whether result codes (including call progress and negotiation progress messages) are displayed as words or their numeric equivalents.
V0 Displays result codes as digits.
V1 Displays result codes as text (default). Result Codes:
OK n=0,1 ERROR Otherwise
Xn Result code selection, call progress monitoring
This command selects which result codes will be used by the modem.
<RATE>, DELAYED, BLACKLISTED,
REORDER, WARBLE, CALL WAITING
DETECTED
<RATE>, RRING, NO BONGTONE,
DELAYED, BLACKLISTED, REORDER,
WARBLE, CALL WAITING DETECTED
Dial tone detect
Disabled: The modem dials a call regardless of whether it detects a dial tone.
Enabled: The modem dials only upon detection of a dial tone, and disconnects the call if the dial tone is not detected within 10 seconds.
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&C0 The state of the carrier from the remote modem is ignored. DCD circuit is always on.
&C1 DCD turns on when the remote modem???s carrier signal is detected, and off when the carrier signal is not detected (default).
Result Codes: OK n=0,1 ERROR Otherwise
&Dn DTR control
This command interprets how the modem responds to the state of the DTR signal and changes to the DTR signal.
&D0 Ignore. The modem ignores the true status of DTR and treats it as always on. This should only be used if your communica- tion software does not provide DTR to the modem
&D1 If the DTR signal is not detected while in on-line data mode, the modem enters command mode, issues an OK result code, and remains connected.
&D2 If the DTR signal is not detected while in on-line data mode, the modem disconnects (default).
&D3 Reset on the on-to-off DTR transition. Result Codes:
OK n=0,1,2,3 ERROR Otherwise
&F Load factory settings
This command loads the configuration stored and programmed at the factory. This operation replaces all of the command options and the S- register settings in the active configuration with factory values.
&F Recall factory setting as active configuration.
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&Gn V.22bis guard tone control
This command determines which guard tone, if any, to transmit while transmitting in the high band (answer mode). This command is only used in V.22 and V.22bis mode. This option is not used in North America and is for international use only.
&G0 Guard tone disabled (default). &G1 Sets guard tone to 550 Hz. &G2 Sets guard tone to 1800 Hz. Result Codes:
OK n=0,1,2 ERROR Otherwise
&Kn Local flow control selection
&K0 Disable flow control.
&K3 Enable CTS/RTS flow control (default). &K4 Enable XON/XOFF flow control. Result Codes:
OK n=0,3,4 ERROR Otherwise
&Pn Select Pulse Dial Make/Break Ratio (WW)
&P0 Selects 39% - 61% make/break ratio at 10 pulses per second. &P1 Selects 33% - 67% make/break ratio at 10 pulses per second. &P2 Selects 33% - 67% make/break ratio at 20 pulses per second. Result Codes:
OK n=0,1,2 ERROR Otherwise
&Tn Self-test commands
These tests can help to isolate problems if you experience periodic data loss or random errors.
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This command is used to store up to four dialing strings in the modem???s nonvolatile memory for later dialing. The format for the command is &Zn=???stored number??? where n is the location 0-3 to which the number should be written. The dial string may contain up to 34 characters. The ATDS=n command dials using the string stored in location n.
Result codes:
OK n=0, 1, 2, 3 ERROR Otherwise
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\Nn Error control mode selection
This command determines the type of error control used by the modem when sending or receiving data.
\Qn Local flow control selection
\Q0 Disable flow control.
\Q1 XON/XOFF software flow control. \Q3 CTS/RTS to DTE (default). Result Codes:
OK n=0,1,3 ERROR Otherwise
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\Vn Protocol result code
\V0 Disable protocol result code appended to DCE speed.
\V1 Enable protocol result code appended to DCE speed (default). Result Codes:
OK n=0,1 ERROR Otherwise
%B View numbers in blacklist
If blacklisting is in effect, this command displays the numbers for which the last call attempted in the past two hours failed. The ERROR result code appears in regions that do not require blacklisting.
%Cn Data compression control
This command determines the operation of V.42bis and MNP class 5 data compression. On-line changes do not take effect until a discon- nect occurs first.
%C0 V.42bis/MNP 5 disabled. No data compression.
%C3 V.42bis/MNP 5 enabled. Data compression enabled (default). Result Codes:
OK n=0,3 ERROR Otherwise
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S-registers
S-registers contain the settings that determine how a number of functions of the internal modem operate. For example, how many times to let the telephone ring before the modem answers and how long to wait before it hangs up if a connec- tion fails. You can also customize certain AT commands such as the escape sequence and command line termination.
The contents of the registers are changed automatically when you modify corresponding settings in your communication software. If you choose, however, you can display and edit the contents of the registers manually when the modem is in command mode. If the value is out of the acceptable range, then an error is generated.
This chapter describes the settings for each S-register.
S-register values
The format for displaying the value of an S-register is:
ATSn?
where n is the register number. After you type in the register press Enter. The format for modifying the value of an S-register is:
ATSn=r
where n is the register number, and r is the new register value. After you type in the register and its new value press Enter.
NOTE: Some registers vary from one country/region to another.
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S0 Auto answer ring number
This register determines the number of rings the modem will count before automatically answering a call. Enter 0 (zero) if you do not want the modem to automatically answer at all. When disabled, the modem can only answer with an ATA command.
Range: 0-255
Default: 0
Units: rings
S1 Ring counter
This register is read only. The value of S1 is incremented with each ring. If no ring occurs over a six-second interval, this register is cleared.
Range: 0-225
Default: 0
Units: rings
S2 AT escape character (user defined)
This register determines the ASCII values used for an escape se- quence. The default is the + character. The escape sequence allows the modem to exit data mode and enter command mode when on-line. Values greater than 127 disable the escape sequence.
Range: 0-255,ASCIIdecimal
Default: 43
Units: ASCII
S3 Command line termination character (user defined)
This register determines the ASCII values as the carriage return character. This character is used to end command lines and result codes.
Range: 0-127,ASCIIdecimal
Default: 13 (carriage return)
Units: ASCII
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S4 Response formatting character (user defined)
This register determines the ASCII value used as the line feed charac- ter. The modem uses a line feed character in command mode when it responds to the computer.
Range: 0-127,ASCIIdecimal
Default: 10 (line feed)
Units: ASCII
S5 Command line editing character (user defined)
This register sets the character recognized as a backspace and pertains to asynchronous only. The modem will not recognize the backspace character if it is set to a value that is greater than 32 ASCII. This character can be used to edit a command line. When the echo com- mand is enabled, the modem echoes back to the local DTE the back- space character, an ASCII space character, and a second backspace character. This means a total of three characters are transmitted each time the modem processes the backspace character.
Range: 0-127,ASCIIdecimal
Default: 8 (backspace)
Units: ASCII
S6 Wait before dialing
This register sets the length of time, in seconds, that the modem must wait (pause) after going off-hook before dialing the first digit of the telephone number. The modem always pauses for a minimum of two seconds, even if the value of S6 is less that two seconds. The wait for dial tone call progress feature (W dial modifier in the dial string) will override the value in register S6. This operation, however, may be affected by some ATX options according to country/region restric- tions. In some countries/regions, S6 will set dial tone detect time.
Range: 3-255
Default: 3
Units: seconds
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S7 Connection completion time-out
This register sets the time, in seconds, that the modem must wait before hanging up because carrier is not detected. The timer is started when the modem finishes dialing (originate), or goes off-hook (an- swer). In originate mode, the timer is reset upon detection of an answer tone if allowed by county restriction. The timer also specifies the wait for silence time for the @ dial modifier in seconds. S7 is not associated with the W dial modifier.
Range: 1-255
Default: 50
Units: seconds
S8 Comma pause time
This register sets the time, in seconds, that the modem must pause when it encounters a comma (,) in the dial command string. In some countries/regions, S8 will set both wait before dialing and comma pause time.
Range: 0-255
Default: 2
Units: seconds
S11 DTMF dialing speed
This register determines the dialing speed which is prefixed for each country/region.
Range: 50-255
Default: 95
Units: .001 seconds
S12 Escape guard time
This register sets the value (in 20 millisecond increments) for the required pause after the escape sequence.
Range: 0-255
Default: 50
Units: .02 seconds
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AT command set result codes
The following table shows the result codes.
*1: EC only appears when the Extended Result Codes configuration option is enabled. EC is replaced by one of the following symbols, depending upon the error control method used:
V.42bis - V.42 error control and V.42bis data compression. V.42 - V.42 error control only.
MNP 5 - MNP class 4 error control and MNP class 5 data compression. MNP 4 - MNP class 4 error control only.
NoEC - No error control protocol.
*2: In some countries/regions, these result codes may not appear.
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Appendix E
V.90
The TOSHIBA internal modem uses V.90 technology. The modem is capable of downstream speeds of 56Kbps (kilobits per second) when connected to an Internet service provider that supports V.90. As with any modem, the actual throughput (speed of data transfer) depends on analog telephone line conditions, which can vary considerably. Therefore, many users will experience throughput in the range of 28-50Kbps under normal telephone line conditions. Upstream data flows at the V.34 rate.
NOTE: V.90 rates can be achieved only when one V.90-capable host modem is connected to another. The TOSHIBA Internal modem will select automatically V.34 if the remote modem lacks V.90 capability or if a combination of network and/or phone line conditions prevent V.90 connection.
V.90 mode
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Table E-1 Result codes for a V.90 connection
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*EC stands for the Error Control method, which appears only when the extended result codes configuration option is enabled. EC is replaced by one of the following symbols, depending on the error control method used.
AT Command
-V90=* V.90DialLineRate
-V90 sets the maximum V.90 downstream that the modem attempts to
connect.
-V90=0 V.90disabled
-V90=1 V.90 enabled: automatic speed selection - maximum modem speed
(default)
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Appendix F
Internal Modem Guide
This appendix describes how to install and the remove the internal modem.
CAUTION: Do not disassemble the computer beyond the steps described in this instruction or touch any components not specifically described.
Installing the internal modem
NOTE: The internal modem is preinstalled. The following is for informa- tion only.
CAUTION: Refer to General Precations for the attention when keybord brace is removed.
To install the internal modem follow the procedures below.
Installing the modem board and jack
To install the modem board and jack, follow the steps below.
1.Save your data and turn off the computer.
2.Disconnect the AC adaptor and other peripheral devices.
3.Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack.
4.Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to the right and open the display panel.
5.Insert your fingernail or a thin object under the rim of the keyboard brace and lift out the brace.
6.Remove two screws securing the keyboard and one screw securing the metal brace. Lift off the metal brace.
7.Lift up the back of the keyboard, rotate it toward you and lay in face down on the palm rest.
8.Lift into the left the insulation sheet covering the modem board and secure the sheet with tape to keep it out of your way.
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Removing the internal modem
To remove the internal modem, follow the steps below.
1.Save your data and turn off the computer.
2.Disconnect the AC adaptor and other peripheral devices.
3.Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack.
4.Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to the right and open the display panel.
5.Insert your fingernail or a thin object under the rim of the keyboard brace and lift out the brace.
6.Remove two screws securing the keyboard and one screw securing the metal brace. Lift off the metal brace.
7.Lift up the back of the keyboard, rotate it toward you and lay in face down on the palm rest.
8.Lift into the left the insulation sheet covering the modem board and secure the sheet with tape to keep it out of your way.
9.Remove two screws and remove the modem board.
10.Disconnect the modem cable.
11.Secure the modem board with two screws removed in step 9.
12.Seat the insulation sheet to cover the modem board.
13.Insert tabs on the front of the keyboard into corresponding notches on the computer and seat the keyboard.
Refer to the installation procedures for details.
The internal modem is approved by Japan Approvals Institute for Telecommuni- cations Equipment.
A02-0604JP
Appendix G
Wireless LAN
Card Specifications
Radio Characteristics
Radio Characteristics of Wireless LAN Cards may vary according to:
???Country/region where the product was purchased
???Type of product
Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations. Although Wireless LAN Wireless networking products have been designed for operation in the license-free 2.4GHz and 5GHz band, local radio regulations may impose a number of limitations to the use of wireless communication equipment.
NOTE: Refer to the flyer ???Information to the User??? for regulatory information that may apply in your country/region.
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R-FFrequency ?? Band5GHz(5150-5850MHz)(RevisionA,Turbo
The range of the wireless signal is related to the Transmit Rate of the wireless communication.Communicationsat lower Transmit range maytravellarger distances.
???The range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high-density materials.
???Range is also impacted due to "obstacles" in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal.
Supported Frequency Sub-bands
Subject to the radio regulations that apply in the countries/regions, your Wireless LAN Card may support a different set of 5GHz / 2.4GHz channels.
Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for information about the radio regulations that apply in the countries/regions.
Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (Revision B and G)
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*1 Factory-set default channels
*2 Refer to the sheet Approved Countries/Regions for use for the countries/ regions. that in which these channels can be used. When installing Wireless LAN Cards, the channel configuration is managed as follows:
???For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN Infrastructure, the Wireless LAN Card will automatically start operation at the channel identified by the Wireless LAN Access Point, When roaming between different access points the station can dynamically switch to another channel if required.
???For Wireless LAN Cards installed in Wireless clients that operating in a peer- to-peer mode, the card will use the default channel 10.
???In a Wireless LAN Access Point, the Wireless LAN card will use the factory- set default channel (printed in bold), unless the LAN Administrator selected a different channel when configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point device.
Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (Revision A)
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Wireless Channels Sets (Turbo Mode)
*1: Available Area: US (USA, CANADA) only
Appendix H
AC Power Cord and
Connectors
The power cord???s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country/region in which it is used. All cords must meet the following specifications:
U.S. and Canada: UL listed and CSA certified
No. 18 AWG, Type SVT or SPT-2 two conductor
Australia: AS
Japan: DENANHO
In Europe, power cords must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F and two conductor.
For the United States and Canada, plug configuration must be a 2-15P (250 V) or 1- 15P (125 V) as designated in the U.S. National Electrical code handbook and the CanadianElectricalCodePartII.
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The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U.S.A. and Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and Europe.
Appendix I
Parts Numbers
The computer configuration and parts numbers, printed on a label on the bottom of thecomputer,indicatetheCPU,LCD,memory,HDD,ODD, communication,mini PCI and indent devices.
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Configurations
The following table shows the computer configuration indicated on a label. Shaded areas indicate abbreviations used on the label. The explanations are to the left of the shading. Abbreviations are not limited to those in this chart. They may change without notice.
*Figures indicate the CPU operating speed in megahertz. For example, P2.6 means Mobile Intel?? Pentium??4 processor 2.60GHz.
Glossary
The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference.
Abbreviations
AC: alternating current
AGP: accelerated graphics port
ANSI: American National Standards
Institute
APM: advanced power manager
ASCII: American Standard Code for Information Interchange
BIOS: basic input output system
CD-ROM: CompactDisc-ReadOnly
Memory
CD-RW: Compact Disc-Read/Write
CMOS: complementarymetal-oxide semiconductor
CPU: central processing unit
CRT: cathode ray tube
DC: direct current
DDC: display data channel
DMA: direct memory access
DOS: disk operating system
DVD: digital versatile disc
DVD??R:DigitalVersatileDisc
Recordable
DVD-RAM:DigitalVersatileDisc
Random Access Memory
DVD-ROM:DigitalVersatileDisc
Read Only Memory
DVD??RW:DigitalVersatileDisc
Read/Write
ECP: extended capabilities port
FDD: floppy disk drive
FIR: fast infrared
GB: gigabyte
HDD: hard disk drive
IDE: integrated drive electronics
I/O: input/output
IrDA: Infrared Data Association
IRQ: interrupt request
KB: kilobyte
LCD: liquid crystal display
LED: light emitting diode
LSI: large scale integration
MS-DOS: Microsoft Disk Operating
System
MB: megabyte
OCR: optical character recognition (reader)
PCB: printed circuit board
PCI: peripheral component intercon- nect
RAM: random access memory
RGB: red, green, and blue
(Abbreviationscontinued)
ROM: read only memory
RTC: real time clock
SCSI: small computer system interface
SIO: serial input/output
SXGA+: super extended graphics array plus
TFT: thin-film transistor
UART: universal asynchronous receiver/transmitter
USB: Universal Serial Bus
VESA: Video Electronic Standards
Association
VGA: video graphics array
VRT: voltage reduction technology
WXGA: wide extended graphics array
XGA: extended graphics array
A
adaptor: A device that provides an interface between two dissimilar electronic devices. For example, the AC adaptor modifies the power from a wall outlet for use by the computer. This term also refers to the add-in
circuit cards that control external devices, such as video monitors and magnetic tape devices.
allocate: To assign a space or function for a specific task.
alphanumeric: Keyboard characters including letters, numbers and other symbols, such as punctuation marks or mathematical symbols.
alternatingcurrent(AC): Electric current that reverses its direction of flow at regular intervals.
analog signal: A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to (are an analog of) the value to be transmitted. Voice communications are analog signals.
ANSI: American National Standards Institute. An organization established to adopt and define standards for a variety of technical disciplines. For example, ANSI defined the ASCII standard and other information processing requirements.
antistatic: A material used to prevent the buildup of static electricity.
application: A group of programs that together are used for a specific task such as accounting, financial planning, spreadsheets, word process- ing and games.
ASCII: American Standard Code for Information Interchange. ASCII code is a set of 256 binary codes that represent the most commonly used letters, numbers, and symbols.
async: Short for asynchronous.
asynchronous: Lacking regular time relationship. As applied to computer communications, asynchronous refers to the method of transmitting data that does not require a steady stream of bits to be transmitted at regular time intervals.
B
backup: A duplicate copy of files kept as a spare in case the original is destroyed.
batch file: A file that can be executed from the system prompt containing a sequence of operating system com- mands or executable files.
binary: The base two number system composed of zeros and ones (off or on), used by most digital computers. The right-most digit of a binary number has a value of 1, the next a value of 2, then 4, 8, 16, and so on. For example, the binary number 101 has a value of 5.
See also ASCII.
BIOS: Basic Input Output System. The firmware that controls data flow within the computer. See also firmware.
bit: Derived from "binary digit," the basic unit of information used by the computer. It is either zero or one. Eight
bits is one byte. See also byte.
board: A circuit board. An internal card containing electronic compo- nents, called chips, which perform a specific function or increase the capabilities of the system.
boot: Short for bootstrap. A program that starts or restarts the computer. The program reads instructions from a storage device into the computer???s memory.
bps: Bits per second. Typically used to describe the data transmission speed of a modem.
buffer: The portion of the computer???s memory where data is temporarily stored. Buffers often compensate for differences in the rate of flow from one device to another.
bus: An interface for transmission of signals, data or electric power.
byte: The representation of a single character. A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit; also the smallest addressable unit within the system.
C
cache memory: High speed memory which stores data that increases processor speed and data transfer rate. When the CPU reads data from main memory, it stores a copy of this data in cache memory. The next time the CPU needs that same data, it looks for it in the cache memory rather than the main
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memory, which saves time. The computer has two cache levels. Level one is incorporated into the processor and level two resides in external memory.
capacity: The amount of data that can be stored on a magnetic storage device such as a diskette (floppy disk) or hard disk. It is usually described in terms of kilobytes (KB), where one KB = 1024 bytes and megabytes (MB), where one MB = 1024 KB.
card: Synonym for board. See board.
CardBus: An industry standard bus for 32-bit PC cards.
CD-ROM: A Compact Disc-Read Only Memory is a high capacity disc that can be read from but not written to. The CD-ROM drive uses a laser, rather than magnetic heads, to read data from the disc.
CD-R: A Compact Disc-Recordable disc can be written once and read many times. See also CD-ROM.
CD-RW: A Compact Disc-Read/Write disc can be rewritten many times.
character: Any letter, number, punctuation mark, or symbol used by the computer. Also synonymous with byte.
chassis: The frame containing the computer.
chip: A small semiconductor contain- ing computer logic and circuitry for processing, memory, input/output functions and controlling other chips.
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CMOS: ComplementaryMetal-Oxide Semiconductor. An electronic circuit fabricated on a silicon wafer that requires very little power. Integrated circuits implemented in CMOS technology can be tightly packaged and are highly reliable.
cold start: Starting a computer that is currently off (turning on the power).
COM1,COM2,COM3andCOM4:
The names assigned to the serial and communication ports.
commands: Instructions you enter at the terminal keyboard that direct the actions of the computer or its periph- eral devices.
communications: The means by which a computer transmits and receives data to and from another computer or device. See parallel interface; serial interface.
compatibility: 1) The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another computer without modifying the data or the media upon which it is being trans- ferred. 2) the ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component.
components: Elements or parts (of a system) which make up the whole (system).
computer program: A set of instruc- tions written for a computer that enable it to achieve a desired result.
computer system: A combination of hardware, software, firmware, and peripheral components assembled to process data into useful information.
configuration: The specific compo- nents in your system (such as the terminal, printer, and disk drives) and the settings that define how your system works. You use the HW Setup program to control your system configuration.
control keys: A key or sequence of keys you enter from the keyboard to initiate a particular function within a program.
controller: Built-in hardware and software that controls the functions of a specific internal or peripheral device (e.g. keyboard controller).
co-processor: A circuit built into the processor that is dedicated to intensive math calculations.
CPS: Characters Per Second. Typi- cally used to indicate the transmission speed of a printer.
CPU: Central Processing Unit. The portion of the computer that interprets and executes instructions.
CRT: Cathode Ray Tube. A vacuum tube in which beams projected on a fluorescent screen-producing lumi- nous spots. An example is the television set.
cursor: A small, blinking rectangle or line that indicates the current position
on the display screen.
D
data: Information that is factual, measurable or statistical that a computer can process, store, or retrieve.
data bits: A data communications parameter controlling the number of bits (binary digits) used to make up a byte. If data bits = 7 the computer can generate 128 unique characters. If data bits = 8 the computer can generate 256 unique characters.
DC: Direct Current. Electric current that flows in one direction. This type of power is usually supplied by batteries.
default: The parameter value automatically selected by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions. Also called a preset value.
delete: To remove data from a disk or other data storage device. Synony- mous with erase.
device driver: A program that controls communication between a specific peripheral device and the computer. TheCONFIG.SYSfile contains device drivers that MS-DOS loads when you turn the computer on.
dialog box: A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information.
disk drive: The device that randomly accesses information on a disk and copies it to the computer???s memory. It also writes data from memory to the disk. To accomplish these tasks, the unit physically rotates the disk at high speed past a read-write head.
disk storage: Storing data on magnetic disk. Data is arranged on concentric tracks much like a phonograph record.
diskette: A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data. Also called a floppy disk.
display: A CRT, LCD, or other image producing device used to view computer output.
documentation: The set of manuals and/or other instructions written for the users of a computer system or applica- tion. Computer system documentation typically includes procedural and tutorial information as well as system functions.
DOS: Disk Operating System. See operating system.
driver: A software program, generally part of the operating system, that controls a specific piece of hardware (frequently a peripheral device such as a printer or mouse).
DVD-R: A Digital Versatile Disc- Recordable disk can be written once and read many times.
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DVD-RAM:ADigitalVersatileDisc Random Access Memory is a high- capacity, high performance disc that lets you store large volumes of data. The DVD drive uses a laser to read data from the disc.
DVD-ROM: ADigitalVersatileDisc Read Only Memory is a high capacity, high performance disc suitable for play back of video and other high- density files. The DVD drive uses a laser to read data from the disc.
DVD-RW: A Digital Versatile Disc- Read/Write disc can be rewritten many times.
DVD??RW: A Digital Versatile
Disc ?? Read/Write disc can be rewritten many times.
E
echo: To send back a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device. You can display the informa- tion on the screen, or output it to the printer, or both. When a computer receives back data it transmitted to a CRT (or other peripheral device) and then retransmits the data to printer, the printer is said to echo the CRT.
erase: See delete.
escape: 1) A code ( ASCII code 27), signaling the computer that what follows are commands; used with peripheral devices such as printers and modems. 2) A means of aborting the task currently in progress.
escape guard time: A time before and after an escape code is sent to the modem which distinguishes between escapes that are part of the transmitted data, and escapes that are intended as a command to the modem.
execute: To interpret and execute an instruction.
ExtendedCapabilityPort:Anindustry standard that provides a data buffer, switchable forward and reverse data transmission, and run length encoding (RLE)support.
F
fast infrared: An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps.
file: A collection of related informa- tion; a file can contain data, programs, or both.
firmware: A set of instructions built into the hardware which controls and directs a microprocessor???s activities.
fixed disk: See hard disk.
floppy disk: See diskette.
floppy disk drive (FDD): An electro- mechanical device that reads and writes to floppy disks. See also diskette.
Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hot keys.
folder: An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders.
format: The process of readying a blank disk for its first use. Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the disk.
function keys: The keys labeled F1 through F12 that tell the computer to perform certain functions.
G
gigabyte (GB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 megabytes. See also megabyte.
graphics: Drawings, pictures, or other images, such as charts or graphs, to present information.
H
hard disk: A non-removable disk usually referred to as drive C. The factory installs this disk and only a trained engineer can remove it for servicing. Also called fixed disk.
hard disk drive (HDD): An electro- mechanical device that reads and writes a hard disk. See also hard disk.
hardware: The physical electronic and mechanical components of a computer system: typically, the computer itself, external disk drives, etc. See also software and firmware.
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hertz: A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second.
hexadecimal: The base 16 numbering system composed of the digits 0 through 9 and the letters A, B, C, D, E, and F.
host computer: The computer that controls, regulates, and transmits information to a device or another computer.
hotkey: The computer???s feature in which certain keys in combination with the extended function key, Fn, can be used to set system parameters, such as speaker volume.
HW Setup: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various hardware components.
I
icon: A small graphic image displayed on the screen or in the indicator panel. In Windows, an icon represents an object that the user can manipulate.
i.LINK(IEEE1394):Thisportenables high-speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video cameras.
infrared port: A cableless communi- cations port capable of using infrared signals to send serial data.
input: The data or instructions you provide to a computer, communication device or other peripheral device from
the keyboard or external or internal storage devices. The data sent (or output) by the sending computer is input for the receiving computer.
instruction: Statements or commands that specify how to perform a particu- lar task.
interface: 1) Hardware and/or software components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another. 2) To physically connect one system or device to another to exchange information. 3) The point of contact between user, the computer, and the program, for example, the keyboard or a menu.
interrupt request: A signal that gives a component access to the processor.
I/O: Input/output. Refers to accep- tance and transfer of data to and from a computer.
I/O devices: Equipment used to communicate with the computer and transfer data to and from it.
IrDA 1.1: An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps.
J
jumper: A small clip or wire that allows you to change the hardware characteristics by electrically connect- ing two points of a circuit.
K
K: Taken from the Greek word kilo, meaning 1000; often used as equiva- lent to 1024, or 2 raised to the 10th power. See also byte and kilobyte.
LSI: Large Scale Integration. 1) A technology that allows the inclusion of up to 100,000 simple logic gates on a single chip. 2) An integrated circuit that uses large scale integration.
KB: See kilobyte.
keyboard: An input device contain- ing switches that are activated by manually pressing marked keys. Each keystroke activates a switch that transmits a specific code to the computer. For each key, the transmit- ted code is, in turn, representative of the (ASCII) character marked on the key.
kilobyte (KB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 bytes. See also byte and megabyte.
L
level 2 cache: See cache.
LightEmittingDiode(LED): A semiconductor device that emits light when a current is applied.
LiquidCrystalDisplay(LCD): Liquid crystal sealed between two sheets of glass coated with transparent con- ducting material. The viewing-side coating is etched into character forming segments with leads that extend to the edge of the glass. Applying a voltage between the glass sheets alters the brightness of the liquid crystal.
M
mainboard: See motherboard.
megabyte (MB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes. See also kilobyte.
megahertz: A unit of wave frequency that equals 1 million cycles per second. See also hertz.
menu: A software interface that displays a list of options on the screen. Also called a screen.
microprocessor: A hardware compo- nent contained in a single integrated circuit that carries out instructions. Also called the central processing unit (CPU), one of the main parts of the computer.
mode: A method of operation, for example, the boot mode, standby mode or the hibernation mode.
modem: Derivedfrommodulator/ demodulator, a device that converts (modulates) digital data for transmis- sion over telephone lines and then converts modulated data (demodu- lates) to digital format where received.
monitor: A device that uses rows and columns of pixels to display alphanu- meric characters or graphic images.
See also CRT.
motherboard: Anamesometimes used to refer to the main printed circuit board in processing equipment. It usually contains integrated circuits that perform the processor???s basic functions and provides connectors for adding other boards that perform special functions. Sometimes called a main board.
MP3: An audio compression standard that enables high-quality transmission and real-time playback of sound files.
N
non-system disk: A formatted diskette (floppy disk) you can use to store programs and data but you cannot use to start the computer. See system disk.
nonvolatilememory: Memory,usually read-only (ROM), that is capable of permanently storing information. Turning the computer???s power off does not alter data stored in nonvola- tilememory.
numerickeypadoverlay:Afeature that allows you to use certain keys on the keyboard to perform numeric entry, or to control cursor and page move- ment.
O
OCR: Optical Character Recognition (reader). A technique or device that uses laser or visible light to identify characters and input them into a storage device.
online state: A functional state of a peripheral device when it is ready to receive or transmit data.
operating system: A group of programs that controls the basic operation of a computer. Operating system functions include interpreting programs, creating data files, and controlling the transmission and receipt (input/output) of data to and from memory and peripheral devices.
output: The results of a computer operation. Output commonly indicates data 1) printed on paper, 2) displayed at a terminal, 3) sent through the serial port of internal modem, or 4) stored on some magnetic media.
P
parallel interface: Refers to a type of information exchange that transmits information one byte (8 bits) at a time. See also serial interface.
parity: 1) The symmetrical relation- ship between two parameter values (integers) both of which are either on or off; odd or even; 0 or 1. 2) In serial communications, an error detection bit that is added to a group of data bits making the sum of the bits even or odd. Parity can be set to none, odd, or even.
password: A unique string of charac- ters used to identify a specific user. The computer provides various levels of password protection such as user, supervisor and eject.
pel: The smallest area of the display that can be addressed by software. Equal in size to a pixel or group of pixels. See pixel.
peripheralcomponentinterconnect:
An industry standard 32-bit bus.
peripheral device: An I/O device that is external to the central processor and/or main memory such as a printer or a mouse.
pixel: A picture element. The smallest dot that can be made on a display or printer. Also called a pel.
plug and play: A capability with Windows that enables the system to automatically recognize connections of external devices and make the necessary configurations in the computer.
port: The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers.
PowerSaverUtility:ATOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various power-saving functions.
printedcircuitboard(PCB): A hardware component of a processor to which integrated circuits and other components are attached. The board itself is typically flat and rectangular, and constructed of fiberglass, to form the attachment surface.
program: A set of instructions a computer can execute that enables it to achieve a desired result. See also application.
prompt: A message the computer provides indicating it is ready for or requires information or an action from you.
Radio frequency interference (RFI) shield
R
Radiofrequencyinterference(RFI) shield: A metal shield enclosing the printed circuit boards of the printer or computer to prevent radio and TV interference. All computer equipment generates radio frequency signals. The FCC regulates the amount of signals a computing device can allow past its shielding. A Class A device is sufficient for office use. Class B provides a more stringent classifica- tion for home equipment use. TOSHIBA portable computers comply with Class B computing device regulations.
RandomAccessMemory(RAM):
High speed memory within the computer circuitry that can be read or written to.
restart: Resetting a computer without turning it off (also called ???warm boot??? or ???soft reset???). See also boot.
RGB: Red, green, and blue. A device that uses three input signals, each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color (red, green, and blue) or port for using such a device.
See also CRT.
RJ11: A modular telephone jack.
RJ45: A modular LAN jack.
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ROM: Read Only Memory: A nonvolatile memory chip manufac- tured to contain information that controls the computer???s basic operation. You cannot access or change information stored in ROM.
S
SCSI:Small Computer System Interface is an industry standard interface for connection of a variety of peripheral devices.
SD cards: Secure Digital cards are flash memory widely used in a variety of digital devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assis- tants.
SIO: Serial Input/Output. The electronic methodology used in serial data transmission.
soft key: Key combinations that emulate keys on the IBM keyboard, change some configuration options, stop program execution, and access the numeric keypad overlay.
software: The set of programs, procedures and related documentation associated with a computer system. Specifically refers to computer programs that direct and control the computer system???s activities. See also hardware.
stop bit: One or more bits of a byte that follow the transmitted character or group codes in asynchronous serial communications.
subpixel: Three elements, one red, one green and blue (RGB), that make up a pixel on the color LCD. The computer sets subpixels indepen- dently, each may emit a different degree of brightness. See also pixel.
synchronous: Having a constant time interval between successive bits, characters or events.
system disk: A disk that has been formatted with an operating system. For MS-DOS the operating system is contained in two hidden files and the COMMAND.COM file. You can boot a computer using a system disk. Also called an operating system disk.
U
Universal Serial Bus: This serial interface lets you communicate with several devices connected in a chain to a single port on the computer.
V
VGA: Video Graphics Array is an industry standard video adaptor that lets you run any popular software.
volatile memory: Random access memory (RAM) that stores information as long as power is supplied to the computer.
T
terminal: A typewriter-like keyboard and CRT display screen connected to the computer for data input/output.
TFT: Thin-filmtransistor,a colorLCD technology that applies individual transistors to each pixel enabling fine display control and excellent screen legibility.
Touch Pad: A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA com- puter palm rest.
TTL: Transistor-transistor logic. A logic circuit design that uses switch- ing transistors for gates and storage.
W
warm start: Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off.
window: A portion of the screen that can display its own application, document or dialog box. Often used to mean a Microsoft Windows window.
Wireless LAN: Local Area Network (LAN) through wireless communica- tion.
write protection: A method for protecting a diskette (floppy disk) from accidental erasure.
Index
A
AC adaptor 1-3, 2-16 DC IN 15V port 2-6 connecting 3-5 universal 1-13
ASCII characters 5-9 Auto power on, See Power
B
Battery, See also Battery pack charging 6-8
extending life 6-11 indicator 2-10, 6-2 monitoring capacity 6-10 real time clock 1-3, 6-4 safety precautions 6-5 save mode 1-10
types 6-3 Battery pack 1-3, 6-4
location 2-7 replacing 6-12
Bluetooth
SD card 2 1-13 Boot priority 7-6
C
CD/DVD in use indicator 2-5 CD-RW/DVD-ROMdrive 1-4
location 2-3 problems 9-13 using 4-3 writing 4-8
Charger, See Battery Charger Cleaning the computer 4-26
Ergonomics lighting 3-4
seating and posture 3-3 work habits 3-4
Expansion memory, See Memory expansion
F
Fn + Ctrl (enhanced keyboard simulation) 5-3
Fn + Enter 5-3
Fn + Esc (sound mute) 5-4 Fn-esse 1-11
Fn + F1 (instant security) 5-4 Fn + F2 (power save mode) 5-4 Fn + F3 (standby) 5-5
Fn + F4 (hibernation) 5-5
Fn + F5 (display selection) 5-5 Fn + F6 (display brightness) 5-5 Fn + F7 (display brightness) 5-6 Fn + F8 (wireless setting) 5-6 Fn + F9 (touch pad) 5-6
Fn + F10 (arrow mode) 5-3, 5-7 Fn + F11 (numeric mode) 5-3, 5-8 Fn + F12 (ScrLock) 5-3
Fn Sticky key 5-6 Function Keys 5-2
H
Hard disk drive 1-4 automatic power off 1-9
Heat dispersal 4-27 Hibernation 1-11, 5-5 Hotkeys 1-9, 5-4
display brightness 5-5, 5-6 display selection 5-5 instant security 5-4 power save mode 5-4 sound mute 5-4
standby 5-5
sticky key utility 5-6 wireless setting 5-6
Index-2
HW Setup 1-11 accessing 7-1 Boot Priority 7-6 CPU 7-5
Device Config 7-4 Display 7-5 General 7-2 Keyboard 7-9 LAN 7-9 Password 7-2 USB 7-9
window 7-1
I
i.LINK 1-7,8-13 Indicators 2-9, 6-2
Instant security, See Hot keys Interfaces, See Ports
K
Keyboard 1-6, 5-1
emulating enhanced keyboard 5-2 F1 . . . F12 function keys 5-2
hot keys 5-4 Typewriter keys 5-1
Keypad overlay 1-10, 5-7 arrow mode 5-7 numeric mode 5-8
temporarily changing modes 5-9 temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on) 5-8
temporarily using overlay (overlay off) 5-9
turning on 5-7
Windows special keys 5-7
L
LAN 1-8
active indicator 2-2 cable types 4-24 connecting 4-25 disconnecting 4-26
jack location 2-2 using 4-24
LCD, See Display, Video modes and Monitor external
Lock, security, See Security lock
M
Main battery, See Battery pack Memory 1-3
expansion 1-13, 8-6 installing 8-7 removing 8-10 slots 1-3
video RAM 1-3
Microphone, See sound system, microphone
Microprocessor, See Processor Modem 1-8, 4-19
connecting 4-21 disconnecting 4-22 jack location 2-3 properties menu 4-20 region selection 4-19
Monitor external 8-12, See also Video modes and Ports
Moving the computer 4-26
N
Numeric keypad, See Keypad overlay
O
Operating system, See Windows Overlay, See Keypad overlay
P
Panel power on/off, See Power Password
power on 1-10
starting the computer by 6-15 supervisor 7-10
user 7-2
PC card 1-7 inserting 8-2 location of slots 2-2 removing 8-3
Ports
DCIN15V 2-6
external monitor 1-7, 2-5 headphone, See Sound system i.LINK 1-7,2-3
LAN 2-2
microphone, See Sound system modem 2-4
parallel 2-5 USB 1-7,2-2,2-6
Power
button location 2-8 indicator 2-9,6-3
panel power on/off 1-10, 6-16 power up modes 6-15 turning off 3-8
turning on 3-7 system auto off 6-16
Problems
AC power 9-5
analyzing the problem 9-2 battery 9-6 CD-RW/DVD-ROMdrive 9-13 DVD Multi drive 9-16 DVD-ROMdrive 9-12 DVD-R/-RWdrive 9-14 DVD??RWdrive
(DVDDualdrive) 9-18 diskette drive 9-19 Hard disk drive 9-11
Hardware and system checklist 9-3 i.LINK 9-28
keyboard 9-7 LAN 9-27 LCD panel 9-10
memory expansion 9-24 modem 9-25
monitor, external 9-25
Index-3
microphone 1-7, 2-5 speakers 2-8 Volume control 2-4
Standby 1-11 System automatic
Standby/Hibernation 1-10
T
TOSHIBA
TOSHIBA Power Saver 1-11
TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 1-12
TOSHIBAUtilities 1-9
Touch Pad 1-7, 2-9
control buttons 2-9, 4-1
using 4-1
Troubleshooting, See Problems
R
Real time clock battery, See Battery RecoveryDVD-ROM 3-14
S
Screen, See Display
ScrLock (Fn + F12), See Soft keys SD card 1-7
indicator 2-2 inserting 8-4 location of slot 2-2 removing 8-5
Security lock 1-9 attaching 8-15 location 2-5
Self Test, See Problems Sensor switch 2-9
Soft keys 5-2
cursor control keys 5-3 Enter 5-3
numeric keypad keys 5-3 right Ctrl key 5-3 ScrLock 5-3
Sound system 1-7 headphone 1-7, 2-5
Index-4
well as audio alarms, such as low battery condition, generated by the system.
