Toshiba Personal Computer PSA20 User Manual

TOSHIBA  
Satellite A20 Series  
Portable Personal Computer  
User’s Manual  
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FCC information  
Product Name : Satellite A20  
Model number : PSA20  
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.  
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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  
(949)583-3000  
Telephone:  
EU Declaration of Conformity information  
TOSHIBA declares, that the product: PSA20* conforms to the following Standards:  
Supplementary Information:  
“The product complies with the requirements  
of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the  
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE  
Directive 1999/05/EEC.”  
This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European  
Directives.ResponsibleforCE-MarkingisTOSHIBAEurope,Hammfelddamm8,  
41460Neuss,Germany.  
VCCI Class B Information  
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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.  
Germany  
ATAABAN005,AN006,AN007,AN009,AN010and  
DE03,04,05,08,09,12,14,17  
Greece  
ATAABAN005,AN006a,dGR01,02,03,04  
ATAABAN001,005,006,007,011andP03,04,08,10  
ATAABAN005,007,012andES01  
ATAABAN002  
Portugal  
Spain  
Switzerland  
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.  
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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  
RENofyourmodem, refertoyourmodem’slabel.  
The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the  
USOC RJ11C.  
Type of service  
Your modem is designed to be used on standard-device telephone lines. Connection  
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 information upon request.  
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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.  
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Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment  
1 The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification  
means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective,  
operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal  
Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not  
guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.  
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be  
connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The  
equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.  
The customer 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  
inruralareas.  
CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections them-  
selves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority,  
or electrician, as appropriate.  
2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s Ringer  
EquivalenceNumber(REN)andanexplanationnoticesimilartothefollowing:  
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the modem, which can vary. For the  
RENofyourmodem, refertoyourmodem’slabel.  
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.  
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3 The 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.  
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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:  
a/ it is compatible with the modem at the other end of the call and  
b/ the application using the modem is compatible with the application at the  
other end of the call - e.g., accessing the Internet requires suitable  
software in addition to a modem.  
This equipment shall not be used in any manner which could constitute a  
nuisance to other Telecom customers.  
SomeparametersrequiredforcompliancewithTelecom’sPTCSpecifications  
are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this modem. The  
associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for  
compliancewithTelecomSpecifications:  
a/ There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within  
any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and  
b/ The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds  
between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next.  
c/ Automatic calls to different numbers shall be not less than 5 seconds  
apart.  
Immediately disconnect this equipment should it become physically damaged,  
and arrange for its disposal or 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)  
ATS6=4(Blinddialdelay)  
ATS7=less than 90 (Time to wait to carrier after dialing)  
ATS10=less than 150 (loss of carrier to hangup delay, factory default of 15  
recommended)  
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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  
duringelectricalstorms.  
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: Fault callouts caused by any of the above causes may incur a  
charge from Telecom.  
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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.  
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Optical disc drive safety instructions  
NOTE: Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this  
section.  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drives  
TEAC 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  
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH  
DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER 1,  
SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT  
DATE OF MANUFACTURE.  
MANUFACTURED:  
Manufactured by  
TEAC Corporation  
3-7-3 Naka-cho, Musashino-shi,  
Tokyo, Japan  
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Panasonic UJDA740/750  
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  
COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION  
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21  
CFR SUBCHAPTER J. 130KMT  
Manufactured by Panasonic Communi-  
cations Co., Ltd.  
1-62, 4-Chome Minoshima Hakata-Ku  
Fukuoka, Japan  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
LASER KLASSE 1  
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TOSHIBA 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  
MANUFACTURERTOCOMPLYWITH  
DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER  
J APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF  
MANUFACTURE.  
MANUFACTURED:  
TOSHIBACORPORATION  
1-1, SHIBAURA 1-CHOME  
MINATO-KU,TOKYO105-8001,  
JAPAN  
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DVD-R/-RW drives  
TOSHIBA SD-R6012/611  
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 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  
MANUFACTURERTOCOMPLYWITH  
DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER  
J APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF  
MANUFACTURE.  
MANUFACTURED:  
TOSHIBACORPORATION  
1-1, SHIBAURA 1-CHOME  
MINATO-KU,TOKYO105-8001,  
JAPAN  
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DVD Multi drives  
Panasonic UJ-810/811  
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  
COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION  
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21  
CFR SUBCHAPTER J. 130KMT  
Manufactured by Panasonic Communi-  
cations Co., Ltd.  
1-62, 4-Chome Minoshima Hakata-Ku  
Fukuoka, Japan  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
LASER KLASSE 1  
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TEAC DV-W22E  
This product has been designed and manufactured according to FDA  
regulations “title 21. CFR. chapter 1, subchapter J. based on the  
radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968,” and is classified  
as a class 1 laser product. There is no hazardous invisible laser  
radiation during operation because invisible laser radiation emitted  
inside of this product is completely confined in the protective hous-  
ings.  
The label required in this regulation is shown below.  
CAUTION  
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other  
than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.  
Opticalpickup  
Type  
: PSH202  
: TEAC  
Manufacturer  
Laser output  
: Lessthan1.5mW(Play)and53.3mW  
(Record) on the objective lens  
Wavelength  
: 779-789nm(CD)  
652~660nm(DVD)  
Location of the required label  
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH  
DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER 1,  
SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT  
DATE OF MANUFACTURE.  
MANUFACTURED:  
Manufactured by  
TEAC Corporation  
3-7-3 Naka-cho, Musashino-shi,  
Tokyo, Japan  
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International precautions  
CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
APPAREIL Å LASER DE  
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  
CLASSE 1  
LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT  
TO EN 60825-1  
VORSICHT: Dieses Gerät enthält ein Laser-  
System und ist als “LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1  
PRODUKT” klassifiziert. Für den richtigen  
Gebrauch dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die  
Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch und  
bewahren diese bitte als Referenz auf. Falls  
Probleme mit diesem Modell auftreten,  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1  
PRODUKT  
TOEN60825  
benachrichtigen Sie bitte die nächste  
“autorisierte Service-Vertretung”. Um einen  
direkten Kontakt mit dem Laserstrahl zu  
vermeiden darf das Gerät nicht geöffnet werden.  
ADVARSEL: Denne mærking er anbragt  
udvendigt på apparatet og indikerer, at  
apparatet arbejder med laserstråler af klasse 1,  
hviket betyder, at der anvendes laserstrlier af  
svageste klasse, og at man ikke på apparatets  
yderside kan bilve udsat for utilladellg kraftig  
stråling.  
ADVERSEL: USYNLIG  
LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING,  
NÅR SIKKERHEDSAF-BRYDER  
ER UDE AF FUNKTION.  
UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR  
STRÅLING  
APPARATETBORKUNÅBNESAFFAGFOLK  
MEDSÆRLIGTKENDSKABTILAPPARATER  
MEDLASERSTRÅLER!  
Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her  
gengivne advarselsmækning, som advarer imod  
at foretage sådanne indgreb i apparatet, at man  
kan komme til at udsætte sig for laserstråling.  
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OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent  
som avger laserstråining överstigande gränsen  
för laserklass 1.  
VAROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite  
sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä  
silmilie vaarallista lasersäteilyä.  
CAUTION:USEOFCONTROLSORADJUST-  
MENTSORPERFORMANCEOFPROCE-  
DURESOTHERTHANTHOSESPECIFIEDIN  
THEOWNER’SMANUALMAYRESULTIN  
HAZARDOUSRADIATIONEXPOSURE.  
VORSICHT:DIEVERWENDUNGVON  
ANDERENSTEURUNGENODER  
EINSTELLUNGENODERDAS  
DURCHFÜHRENVONANDEREN  
VORGÄNGENALSINDER  
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNGBESCHRIEBEN  
KÖNNENGEFÄHRLICHE  
STRAHLENEXPOSITIONENZURFOLGE  
HABEN.  
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Preface  
Congratulations on your purchase of the Satellite A20 series computer. This  
powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, including  
multimedia devices, and it is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance  
computing.  
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your Satellite A20 series computer.  
It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic opera-  
tions and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.  
If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing, first read  
over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize yourself with the  
computer’s features, components and accessory devices. Then read Getting  
Started for step-by-step instructions on setting up your computer.  
If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the preface to  
learn how this manual is organized, then become acquainted with this manual by  
browsing through its pages. Be sure to look over the Special features section of the  
Introduction, to learn about features that are uncommon or unique to the computers  
and carefully read HW Setup and Passwords.  
Manual contents  
This manual is composed of nine chapters, nine appendixes, a glossary and an  
index.  
Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer’s features, capabilities, and  
options.  
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer and briefly  
explains how they function.  
Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin operating  
your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work area.  
Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes instructions on using the following devices:  
Touch Pad, USB diskette drive, optical media drives, audio/video controls, modem,  
wireless communication features, LAN. It also provides tips on care of the com-  
puter, diskettes and CD/DVDs.  
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including the  
keypad overlay and hot keys.  
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Chapter 6, Power, 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 passwords.  
Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.  
Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, 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  
inparenthesesfollowingtheirdefinition. Forexample: ReadOnlyMemory(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.  
Forexample, EnteridentifiestheEnterkey.  
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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.  
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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  
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.  
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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 35°C (41°F to  
95°F)or>2C(77°F)athighaltitude(alltemperaturereferencesareapproxi-  
mate).  
CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design configuration.  
Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically shut down. This  
is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to  
the product when used outside recommended conditions. To avoid risk of lost data,  
always make back-up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external storage  
medium. For optimum performance, use your computer product only under recom-  
mended conditions. Read additional restrictions under Environmental requirements  
in Appendix A, Specifications. Contact TOSHIBA Technical Service and Support  
formoreinformation.  
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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 might 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:  
SatelliteA20SeriesPortablePersonalComputer  
Universal AC adaptor and power cord  
USB diskette drive (Provided with some models)  
Modular cable  
Software  
The following software is preinstalled:  
Microsoft® Windows XP Home Edition/Professional  
• Modemdriver  
DisplayDriver  
• TOSHIBAUtilities  
Wireless LAN driver (Can be used only for Wireless LAN models)  
Sound Driver  
DVD-VideoPlayer(CanbeusedonlyforDVD-ROM/Multimodel)  
LANDrivers  
ALPSPointingDeviceDriver  
TOSHIBAPowerSaver  
TOSHIBAConsole  
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Onlinemanual  
ProductRecoveryCD-ROM  
Documentation  
Satellite A20 Portable Personal Computer User's Manual  
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional manual package  
Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort  
End User License Agreement  
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, lowpower usage, and highreliability. This computer  
incorporates the following features and benefits:  
Processor  
Built-in The computer is equipped with an Intel® Pentium®  
processor, which incorporates a math co-processor, a 20  
KB level 1 cache memory and a 512 KB level 2 cache  
memory.  
2.53GHz Intel®Pentium®4processor2.53GHz  
2.66GHz Intel®Pentium®4processor2.66GHz  
2.80GHz Intel®Pentium®4processor2.80GHz  
3.06GHz Intel®Pentium®4processor3.06GHz  
Memory  
Slots 128,256,512MBor1GBmemorymodulescanbeinstalled  
inthetwomemoryslotsforamaximumof2GBsystem  
memory.  
VideoRAM 32 MB of RAM is provided for video display.  
Power  
Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium-ion  
battery pack.  
RTCbattery The computer has an internal battery to back up the  
internalRealTimeClock(RTC)andcalendar.  
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Universal AC adaptor The universal AC adaptor provides power to the system  
and recharges the batteries when they are low. It comes  
with a detachable power cord.  
Because it is universal, it can receive a range of AC  
voltage from 100 to 240 volts; however, the output current  
varies among different models. Using the wrong model can  
section in Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.  
Disks  
Hard disk drive Available in four sizes.  
• 27.94GB(30.0billionbytes)  
• 37.26GB(40.0billionbytes)  
• 55.89GB(60.0billionbytes)  
• 74.53GB(80.0billionbytes)  
USB diskette drive Accommodateseither31/2"1.44-megabyteor720-kilobyte  
diskettes. It connects to a USB port.  
Opticalmediadrive The computer is configured with one of the optical media  
Basics, for information on using the drives.  
CD-RW/DVD-ROMdrive  
Afull-size,CD-RW/DVD-ROMdrivemoduleletsyourun  
CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It reads DVD-ROMs  
atmaximum8speedandCD-ROMsatmaximum24speed.  
It writes CD-R at up to 24 speed and CD-RW at up to 10  
speed. A Mode Control button turns power to the fixed  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive on and off so you can use the  
drive as a stand-alone audio CD player.  
DVD-R/-RWdrive  
Afull-sizeDVD-R/-RWdrivemoduleletsyourecorddata  
torewritableCD/DVDsaswellasruneither12cm(4.72")  
or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It  
readsDVD-ROMsatmaximum8speedandCD-ROMsat  
maximum24speed. ItwritesCD-Ratupto16speed, CD-  
RW at up to 10 speed, DVD-R and DVD-RW at single  
speed.  
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DVD Multi drive  
A full-size, DVD Multi drive module lets you run either 12  
cm(4.72")or8cm(3.15")CD/DVDswithoutusingan  
adaptor. ItreadsDVD-ROMsatmaximum8speedandCD-  
ROMsatmaximum24speed. ItwritesCD-Ratupto16  
speed, CD-RW at up to 8 speed, DVD-R and DVD-RW at  
single speed, and DVD-RAM at 2 speed.  
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"XGATFTscreen,16Mcolors,with1024horizontalx  
768verticalpixels  
15.0" TFT screen, 16 M colors, with one of the following  
resolutions:  
XGA,1024horizontalx768verticalpixels  
• SXGA+,1400horizontalx1050verticalpixels  
Graphicscontroller A128-bitgraphicscontrollermaximizesdisplayperfor-  
mance. 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  
control,  
and  
for details.  
Pointing device  
Built-in Touch Pad A Touch Pad and control buttons in the palm rest enable  
control of the on-screen pointer and scrolling of windows.  
Ports  
Parallel Parallelprinterorotherparalleldevice(ECPcompatible).  
Externalmonitor 15-pin,analogVGAportsupportsVESADDC2Bcompat-  
ible functions.  
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UniversalSerialBus The computer has three Universal Serial Bus ports that  
(USB2.0) comply with the USB 2.0 standard, which enables data  
transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1 standard.  
(The ports also support USB 1.1.)  
Infrared The serial infrared port meets Infrared Data Association  
(Infraredmodelonly) (IrDA 1.1) standards. It enables cableless 4 Mbps, 1.152  
Mbps, 115.2 Kbps, 57.6Kbps, 38.4Kbps, 19.2 Kbps or 9.6  
Kbps data transfer with IrDA 1.1 compatible external  
devices.  
Slots  
PCcard The PC card slot accommodates one 5 mm Type II card.  
SD card This slot lets you easily transfer data from devices, such  
as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants, that use  
SD card flash-memory. It does not support MultiMedia  
cards.  
Multimedia  
Sound system Windows sound system compatible sound system  
provides internal speakers as well as jacks for an external  
microphone and headphone. It also has a volume control  
dial.  
TV out port This port lets you transfer NTSC or PAL data to external  
devices.  
Mode Control button This button directly launches various CD, DVD and Digital  
details.  
Audio/Video Audio/Video control buttons let you use the computer’s  
control buttons optical media drive as a stand-alone audio CD player. You  
can also use the buttons to control the computer’s DVD  
video player and TOSHIBA Media player when the  
system is on.  
Headphone jack This jack outputs analog audio signals.  
Microphone jack A 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a  
three-conductor mini jack for monaural microphone input.  
Line-injack A standard 3.5 mm mini line-in jack enables connection of  
a stereo device for audio input.  
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Communications  
Modem An internal modem provides capability for data and fax  
communication. It supports V.90 and V.92. (In the U.S. and  
Canada, both standards are supported; in other countries/  
regions, only V.90 is supported.) The speed of data  
transfer and fax depends on analog telephone line  
conditions. It has a modem jack for connecting to a  
telephone line. It is preinstalled as a standard device in  
some markets. Refer to Appendix E for technical informa-  
tion.  
LAN The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10  
megabits per second, 10BASE-T) and Fast Ethernet LAN  
(100megabitspersecond,100BASE-Tx).  
WirelessLAN Some computers in this series are equipped with a wireless  
LANmini-PCIcardthatiscompatiblewithotherLAN  
systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum/  
Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio  
technology that complies with the IEEE802.11 Standard  
(Revision A or B) and Turbo Mode. Revision-A supports a  
data transfer rate up to 54Mbit/s. Revision-B supports a data  
transfer rate up to 11Mbit/s. Turbo Mode supports a data  
transfer rate up to 108Mbit/s.  
Security  
Security lock slot Connects an optional security lock to anchor the computer  
to a desk or other large object.  
Software  
Standard Windows XP Home Edition/Professional operating system  
and TOSHIBA Utilities and drivers preinstalled on the hard  
disk.  
Plug and Play When you connect an external device to the computer,  
Plug and Play capability enables the system to recognize  
the connection and make the necessary configurations  
automatically.  
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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.  
Hot keys Key combinations let you quickly modify the system  
configuration directly from the keyboard without running a  
system configuration program.  
Displayautomatic This feature automatically cuts off power to the internal  
poweroff display when there is no input from the keyboard or  
pointing device for a time specified. Power is restored  
when any key is pressed or when there is input from a  
pointing device. You can specify the time in the Turn off  
monitor item of the Power Save Mode window in  
TOSHIBAPowerSaver.  
HDDautomatic This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk  
poweroff drive when it is not accessed for a time specified. Power is  
restored when the hard disk is accessed. You can specify  
the time in the Turn off hard disks item of the Power Save  
ModewindowinTOSHIBAPowerSaver.  
Hibernation This feature lets you turn off the power without exiting  
from your software. The contents of main memory is saved  
to the hard disk, when you turn on the power again, you  
can continue working right where you left off. Refer to the  
Turning off the power section in Chapter 3, Getting  
Started, for details.  
Standby If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn off the  
power without exiting from your software. Data is main-  
tained in the computer’s main memory. When you turn on  
the power again, you can continue working right where  
you left off.  
System automatic This feature automatically shuts down the system in  
Standby/Hibernation standby mode or Hibernation mode when there is no input  
or hardware access for a time specified. You can specify  
the time and select either System Standby or System  
Hibernate in the System standby and System hibernate  
item of the Power Save Mode window in TOSHIBA Power  
Saver.  
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Keypad overlay A ten-key pad is integrated into the keyboard. Refer to the  
Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for  
instructions on using the keypad overlay.  
Power on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and user, are  
available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer.  
Instant security A hot key function blanks the screen and disables the  
computer providing data security.  
Intelligent A microprocessor in the computer’s intelligent power  
power supply supply detects the battery’s charge and calculates the  
remaining battery capacity. It also protects electronic  
components from abnormal conditions, such as voltage  
overload from a universal AC adaptor. You can monitor  
remaining battery capacity. Use the Battery remaining item  
of the Power Save Modes window in TOSHIBA Power  
Saver.  
Battery save mode This feature lets you save battery power. You can specify  
the Power Save Mode in the Running on batteries item of  
the Power Save Modes window in TOSHIBA Power Saver.  
Panel power on/off This feature turns power to the computer off when the  
display panel is closed and turns it back on when the panel  
is opened. You can specify the setting in the When I close  
the lid item of the System Power Mode window in  
TOSHIBAPowerSaver.  
Low battery When battery power is exhausted to the point that  
automatic hibernation computer operation cannot be continued, the system  
automatically enters Hibernation and shuts down. You can  
specify the setting in the Battery Alarm item of the Alarm  
windowinTOSHIBAPowerSaver.  
Heat dispersal The CPU has an internal temperature sensor that automati-  
dispersal section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for  
details on setting the options for cooling methods.  
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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, open  
the Control Panel and select the TOSHIBA Power Saver  
icon.  
HW Setup This program lets you customize your hardware settings  
according to the way you work with your computer and  
the peripherals you use. To start the utility, click the  
Windows Start button and click Control Panel. In the  
Control Panel, select the TOSHIBA HW Setup icon.  
TOSHIBAControls This utility has two sections to let you do the following:  
• Buttons: Assign applications to the Internet button  
(default setting is the browser) and to the TOSHIBA  
Console button (default setting is the TOSHIBA  
Console).  
• Media Apps: Set the mode for the Audio/Video control  
buttons. Select the application for audio and video  
playback.  
Fn-esse This Windows program lets you define your own “short-  
cut” keys to quickly launch applications and speed your  
work in Windows. To start the utility, click the Windows  
Start button, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA  
Utilities and click Fn-esse.  
DVDVideoPlayer The DVD Video Player is used to play DVD-Video. It has  
an on-screen interface and functions. Click Start, point to  
AllPrograms, pointtoInterVideoWinDVD4, thenclick  
InterVideoWinDVD4.  
ConfigFree ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy control of  
communication devices and network connections.  
ConfigFree also allows you to find communication  
problems and create profiles for easy switching between  
locations and communication networks. To start Config-  
Free, click the Windows Start button, point to All Pro-  
grams, pointtoTOSHIBAConfigFreeandclickConfig-  
Free.  
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Drag’nDrop This easy-to-use software lets you record CDs and DVDs  
CD+DVD with just a few mouse clicks. You can create CDs and  
DVDs in the following formats: audio and data CDs and  
data DVDs. Audio CDs can play on a standard stereo CD  
player.  
Options  
You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful  
and convenient to use. The following options are available:  
Memoryexpansion A128,256,512MBor1GB memorymodule(PC2100,  
DDR) can easily be installed in the computer.  
Batterypack(Black) An additional battery pack can be purchased from your  
TOSHIBA dealer. Use it as a spare or replacement.  
Universal AC adaptor If you use your computer at more than one site frequently,  
it may be convenient to purchase an additional universal  
AC adaptor for each site so you will not have to carry the  
adaptor with you.  
Securitylock A slot is available to attach a security cable to the com-  
puter to deter theft.  
USBFDDKit A 3 1/2" diskette drive accommodates 1.44-megabyte or  
720-kilobyte diskette. It connects to a USB port. (You  
cannot format 720-kilobyte diskettes on Windows XP, but  
you can use previously formatted disks.)  
WirelessLANKit This option enables wireless LAN functions in computers  
that do not have wireless preinstalled. It is installed by  
dealers only. Two types of Wireless LAN kits are avail-  
able:WirelessLANKitforIEEE802.11Standard(Revision  
B)andWirelessLANKitforIEEE802.11Standard  
(Revision A and B)  
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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.  
MODE  
CONTROL  
AUDIO/VIDEO  
CONTROL  
DISPLAY LATCH  
AUDIO/VIDEO  
CONTROL  
VOLUME  
CONTROL  
BUTTON  
BUTTONS  
BUTTONS  
SYSTEM INDICATORS  
Figure 2-1 Front of the computer with display closed  
Mode Control Press this button to switch the mode between CD/DVD  
button and Digital Audio.  
Audio/Video Previous  
controlbuttons data. Play/pause  
button: Plays the previous track/chapter/  
button: Begins or pauses play. Stop  
button: Halts play. Next  
button: Plays the next  
NOTE: If Random is selected in TOSHIBA Media Player, selecting Next  
or Previous advances to a random selection.  
Display latch This latch secures the LCD panel in its closed position.  
Slide the latch to open the display.  
Volume control Use this dial to adjust the volume of the stereo speakers or  
the stereo headphones.  
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System LEDs let you monitor the status of various computer  
section.  
Left side  
Figure 2-2 shows the computer’s left side.  
SECURITY LOCK  
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION  
SWITCH  
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION  
INDICATOR  
INFRARED PORT  
(INFRARED MODEL ONLY)  
COOLING VENTS  
PC CARD SLOT  
Figure 2-2 The left side of the 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.  
Security lock A security cable attaches to this slot. The optional security  
cable anchors your computer to a desk or other large  
object to deter theft.  
PC card slot A PC card slot can accommodate one 5 mm Type II card.  
You can install any industry standard PC card such as a  
SCSI adaptor, Ethernet adaptor or flash memory card.  
CB  
CAUTION: Keep foreign objects out of the PC card slot. A pin or similar  
object can damage the computer’s circuitry.  
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Infrared port This infrared port is compatible with Infrared Data Asso-  
(Infrared model ciation (IrDA 1.1) standards. It enables cableless 4 Mbps,  
only) 1.15Mbps, 115.2Kbps, 57.6Kbps, 38.4Kbps, 19.2Kbps  
or 9.6 Kbps data transfer with IrDA 1.1 compatible external  
devices.  
Wireless Slide this switch toward the front of the computer to turn  
communication off Wireless LAN function. Slide it toward the back of the  
switch computer to turn on the functions (Wireless LAN model or  
Wireless LAN ready model only).  
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 the Wireless LAN  
communication function is on (Wireless LAN model or Wireless LAN  
indicator ready model only).  
Right side  
Figure 2-3 shows the computer’s right side.  
SD CARD SLOT  
SD CARD INDICATOR  
MODEM JACK  
OPTICAL MEDIA DRIVE  
HEADPHONE JACK  
MICROPHONE JACK  
LINE-IN JACK  
Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer  
Headphone jack This jack lets you connect digital speakers or a stereo  
headphone (16 ohm minimum). When you connect a digital  
speaker or headphones, the internal speaker is automati-  
callydisabled.  
Microphone jack A 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a  
three-conductor mini jack for monaural microphone input.  
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Line-in jack A standard 3.5 mm mini line-in jack enables connection of  
a stereo device for audio input.  
SD card slot SD cards are used in a wide variety of external devices.  
This slot lets you transfer data from the device to your  
computer. An indicator on the right side of the slot glows  
when a card is being accessed.  
CAUTION: Keep foreign objects out of the SD card slot. A pin or similar  
object can damage the computer’s circuitry.  
SD card indicator This indicator glows green when the computer is access-  
ing the SD card slot.  
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.  
Optical media drive ThecomputerisconfiguredwithaCD-RW/DVD-ROM  
drive,DVD-R/-RWdriveoraDVDMultidrive.  
Back side  
Figure 2-4 shows the computer’s back side.  
LANACTIVE  
INDICATOR (ORANGE) (GREEN)  
LINK INDICATOR  
EXTERNAL MONITOR  
PORT  
PARALLEL  
PORT  
COOLING VENTS  
TV OUT  
PORT  
USB  
PORTS  
DC IN 15V LAN  
JACK  
Figure 2-4 The back side of the computer  
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DC IN 15V The universal AC adaptor connects to this socket. Use  
only the model of universal AC adaptor that comes with  
the computer. Using the wrong adaptor can damage your  
computer.  
DC IN 15V  
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)andFastEthernetLAN(100megabitsper  
Ether  
second, 100BASE-Tx). The LAN has two indicators. See  
CAUTIONS: 1. Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to  
the LAN jack. It could cause damage or malfunction.  
2. Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply. It  
could cause damage or malfunction.  
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.  
NOTE: When the Wake-up on LAN function is activated, the LAN  
indicators do not glow while the computer is in standby mode (while it is  
waiting for a LAN wake-up signal).  
TV out port This port lets you transfer NTSC or PAL data to external  
devices.  
Universal Three Universal Serial Bus ports are on the back side. The  
Serial Bus port complies with the USB 2.0 standard, which enables  
(USB 2.0) port data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1  
standard. (The ports also support USB 1.1.)  
CAUTION: Keep foreign objects out of the USB connectors. A pin or  
similar object can damage the computer’s circuitry.  
NOTE: Operation of all functions of all USB devices has not been  
confirmed. Some functions might not execute properly.  
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External monitor This 15-pin port lets you connect an external video  
port display.  
Coolingvents Refer to the Left side section.  
Parallel port This Centronics-compatible, 25-pin parallel port is used to  
connect a parallel printer or other parallel device. This port  
supports Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) standard.  
Underside  
Figure 2-5 shows the underside of the computer. Make sure the display is closed  
before turning over your computer.  
CPU COOLING FAN WITH AIR FILTER  
BATTERY  
PACK  
BATTERY RELEASE LATCH  
BATTERY SAFETY LOCK  
Figure 2-5 The underside of the computer  
CPU cooling fan This cooling fan intakes air to cool the CPU. An air filter  
with air filter prevents dust from entering the computer.  
CAUTION: Clean the filter regularly with a vacuum cleaner.  
Battery pack The battery pack powers the computer when the universal  
AC adaptor is not connected. For detailed information on  
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Battery release Slide this latch to release the battery pack for removal.  
latch  
Batterysafetylock Slide the battery safety lock forward to free the battery  
latch.  
Front with the display open  
Figure 2-6 shows the front of the computer with the display open. To open the  
display, slide the display latch on the front of the display and lift up. Position the  
display at a comfortable viewing angle.  
DISPLAY HINGE  
DISPLAY SCREEN  
STEREO SPEAKER  
(RIGHT)  
STEREO SPEAKER  
(LEFT)  
POWER BUTTON  
TOUCH PAD  
TOUCH PAD CONTROL BUTTONS  
Figure 2-6 The front with the display open  
Display hinge The display hinge holds the display screen at easy-to-  
view angles.  
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Displayscreen The LCD displays high-contrast text and graphics. The  
computer’sLCDconsistsofupto1024x768pixelsor1400  
When the computer operates on the universal AC adaptor  
the display screen’s image will be somewhat brighter than  
when it operates on battery power. The lower brightness  
level is intended to save battery power.  
Stereo speakers The speakers emit sound generated by your software as  
well as audio alarms, such as low battery condition,  
generated by the system.  
Power button Press the power button to turn the computer’s power on  
and off.  
Touch Pad A Touch Pad located in the palm rest is used to control the  
Chapter 4, Operating Basics.  
Touch Pad Control buttons below the Touch Pad let you select menu  
controlbuttons items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the  
on-screen pointer.  
System indicators  
CD/DVD  
DIGITAL DC IN 15V POWER  
AUDIO  
BATTERY  
DISK CD-ROM/  
DVD-ROM  
DRIVE  
Figure 2-7 System indicators  
CD/DVD The CD/DVD indicator glows green when the computer is  
accessing a CD/DVD. It does not light when the controls  
are in lock mode. Use the Mode Control button to lock or  
for details.  
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Digital Audio The Digital Audio indicator glows green when reproduc-  
ingmusicfiles(WAVEfile, MIDIfile, orMP3files, etc). It  
does not light when the controls are in lock mode. Use the  
Mode Control button to lock or unlock the controls. Refer  
DC IN 15V The DC IN indicator glows green when DC power is  
supplied from the AC power adaptor. If the adaptor’s  
output voltage is abnormal or if the power supply malfunc-  
tions, this indicator flashes orange.  
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.  
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.  
Disk The Disk indicator glows green when the computer is  
accessing the built-in hard disk.  
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM TheCD-ROM/DVD-ROM driveindicatorglowsgreen  
drive when the computer is accessing a CD-RW/DVD-ROM  
drive, DVD-R/-RWdriveorDVDMultidriveintheoptical  
mediadrive.  
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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.  
NUMERIC MODE  
INDICATOR  
ARROW 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.  
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.  
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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  
DISKETTE SLOT  
EJECT BUTTON  
Figure 2-10 USB diskette drive  
Disk-In-Use This indicator lights when the diskette is being accessed.  
Indicator  
Disketteslot Insert diskettes in this slot.  
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.  
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Optical media drives  
One of the following optical media drives is installed in the computer: CD-RW/DVD-  
ROMdrive, DVD-R/-RWdriveorDVDMultidrive.AnATAPIinterfacecontroller  
is used for CD/DVD-ROM operation. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD,  
an indicator on the drive glows.  
For information on loading and unloading discs and on the Mode Control buttons  
Chapter 4, Operating Basics.  
Region codes for DVD drives and media  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM,DVDMultidrivesandmediaaremanufacturedaccordingto  
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  
1
2
3
4
Canada, United States  
Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East  
Southeast Asia, East Asia  
Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America, South  
America,Caribbean  
5
6
Russia, Indian Subcontinent, Africa, North Korea, Mongolia  
China  
Writable discs  
This section describes the types of writable CD/DVD discs. Check the specifica-  
tions for your drive to for the type of discs it can write. Use Drag’n Drop CD+DVD  
CDs  
CD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or  
changed.  
CD-RW discs can be recorded more than once. Use either 1, 2, or 4 multi speed  
CD-RW discs or high-speed 4- to 10-speed discs. The write speed of the high-  
speedCD-RWdiscsismaximum10-speed.  
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DVDs  
DVD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or  
changed.  
DVD-RW discs can be recorded more than once.  
DVD-RAM discs can be recorded more than once.  
Formats  
The drives support the following formats:  
• DVD-ROM  
• DVD-Video  
• CD-DA  
• CD-Text  
• Photo CD (single/multi-session)  
• CD-ROMXAMode2(Form1,Form2)  
• CD-G(AudioCDonly)  
• CD-ROM Mode1, Mode2  
• EnhancedCD(CD-EXTRA)  
• Addressing Method 2  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive  
Thefull-sizeCD-RW/DVD-ROMdrivemoduleletsyourecorddatatorewritable  
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-Rwrite 24speed(maximum)  
CD-RW write 10speed(maximum,high-speedmedia)  
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DVD-R/-RW drive  
Thefull-sizeDVD-R/-RWdrivemoduleletsyourecorddatatorewritableCD/DVDs  
aswell as run either 12cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without usingan  
adaptor.  
NOTE: The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the  
outer edge.  
DVD read 8speed(maximum)  
DVD-R write 1 speed  
DVD-RW write 1 speed  
CD read 24speed(maximum)  
CD-Rwrite 16speed(maximum)  
CD-RW write 10speed(maximum)  
DVD Multi drive  
The full-size DVD Multi drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as  
well as run either12 cm (4.72") or 8cm(3.15") CD/DVDs without usinganadaptor.  
NOTE: The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the  
outer edge.  
DVD read  
8speed(maximum)  
1 speed  
1 speed  
DVD-R write  
DVD-RW write  
DVD-RAMwrite  
CD read  
CD-R write  
CD-RW write  
2 speed  
24speed(maximum)  
16speed(maximum)  
8speed(maximum)  
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Universal AC adaptor  
The universal 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 universal AC adaptor to a power source  
Figure 2-11 The universal AC adaptor  
CAUTION: Use only the universal 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.  
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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.  
Connecting the universal AC adaptor  
Opening the display  
Turning on the power  
Starting up for the first time  
Turning off the power  
Restarting the computer  
Restoring the preinstalled software from the Product Recovery CD-ROM  
NOTE: All users should be sure to read the section Starting up for the  
firsttime.  
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  
Seating and posture  
Lighting  
Work habits  
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General conditions  
In general, if you are comfortable, so is your computer, but read the following to  
make sure your work site provides a proper environment.  
Make sure there is adequate space around the computer for proper ventilation.  
Make sure the AC power cord connects to an outlet that is close to the  
computer and easily accessible.  
The temperature should be 5 to 35 degrees Centigrade (41 to 95 degrees  
Fahrenheit) and the relative humidity should be 20 to 80 percent.  
Avoid areas where rapid or extreme changes in temperature or humidity may  
occur.  
Keep the computer free of dust, moisture, and exposure to direct sunlight.  
Keep the computer away from heat sources, such as electric heaters.  
Do not use the computer near liquids or corrosive chemicals.  
Do not place the computer near objects that create strong magnetic fields (e.g.,  
stereo speakers).  
Some components in the computer, including data storage media, can be  
damaged by magnets. Do not place the computer near magnetic objects or  
bring magnetic objects close to the computer. Be careful of objects, such as  
stereo speakers, that produce strong magnetic fields during operation. Also, be  
careful with metal objects, such as bracelets, which can become magnetized.  
Do not operate the computer close to a mobile phone.  
Leave ample ventilation room for the fan. Do not block the vents.  
Placement of the computer  
Position the computer and peripheral devices to provide comfort and safety.  
Set the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance. The  
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.  
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.  
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Seating and posture  
The height of your chair in relation to the computer and keyboard as well as the  
support it gives your body are primary factors in reducing work strain. Refer to the  
following tips and to figure 3-1.  
BELOW EYE LEVEL  
O
90 ANGLES  
FOOT REST  
Figure 3-1 Posture and positioning of the computer  
Place your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your  
elbow. You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed.  
Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If necessary, use a foot  
rest to raise the level of your knees to ease pressure on the back of your thighs.  
Adjust the back of your chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine.  
Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree  
angles when you work. Do not slump forward or lean back too far.  
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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.  
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.  
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Connecting the universal AC adaptor  
Attach the universal 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 universal 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 universal AC adaptor to  
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.  
1. Connect the power cord to the universal AC adaptor.  
Figure 3-2 Connecting the power cord to the universal AC adaptor  
2. Connect the universal AC adaptor’s DC output plug to the DC IN input port  
on the back of the computer.  
Figure 3-3 Connecting the adaptor to the computer  
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3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet. The Battery and DC IN indicators  
on the front of the computer should glow.  
Opening the display  
The display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing.  
1. Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to the right.  
2. Lift the 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.  
DISPLAY LATCH  
Figure 3-4 Opening the display  
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  
1. Open the display.  
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2. Press and hold the computer’s power button for two or three seconds.  
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 Professional 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 Agreementdisplay  
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 Disk indicator is 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-  
putermenu 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 universal AC adaptor before the save is  
completed. Wait for the Disk 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 in TOSHIBA Power Saver: the  
Hibernate window and the Battery Alarm item of the Alarm window.  
Otherwise, the computer will shut down in Standby mode. If battery power  
becomes depleted, data saved in Standby will be lost.  
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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Turning off the power  
Starting Hibernation  
NOTE: You can also enable Hibernation by pressing Fn + F4. See  
To enter Hibernation mode, follow the steps below.  
1. Click start.  
2. Select Turn Off Computer.  
3. Open the Turn Off Computer dialog box. Hibernateis not displayed.  
4. Press the Shift key. The Standbyitem 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 TOSHIBA Power  
Saver.  
3. Select the Hibernate window, select the Enable Hibernate support check  
box and click the Apply button.  
4. Select the Power Save Modes window.  
5. Double-click Power Mode (Full Power, Normal, etc.) and open the  
System Power Mode 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.  
Data save in hibernation mode  
When you turn off the power in hibernation mode, the computer takes a moment to  
save current memory data to the hard disk. During this time, the Disk indicator will  
light.  
After you turn off the computer and memory is saved to the hard disk, turn off the  
power to any peripheral devices.  
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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.  
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.  
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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  
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 System  
Power Mode item in Power Saver Utility 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 System  
Power Mode item in Power Saver Utility 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.  
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.  
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Restarting the computer  
Certain conditions require that you restart 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 restart 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, then  
select Shutdown and Restart.  
3. Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds. Wait 10 to 15  
seconds, then turn the power on again by pressing the power button.  
Restoring the preinstalled software  
from the Product Recovery CD-ROM  
If preinstalled files are damaged, use the Product Recovery CD-ROM to restore  
them. To restore the operating system and all preinstalled software, follow the steps  
below.  
CAUTION: When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard  
disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost.  
1. Load the Product Recovery CD-ROM in the fixed optical media drive and turn  
off the computer’s power.  
2. Hold down the F12 key and turn on the power. When In Touch with  
Tomorrow TOSHIBAappears, release the F12 key.  
3. Use the left or right cursor key to select the CD-ROM icon in the display  
menu. For details, refer to the Boot priority section in Chapter 7, HW Setup  
and Passwords.  
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.  
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Operating Basics  
This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the Touch Pad,  
USB diskette drive, optical media drives, audio/video controls, modem, wireless  
communication features and LAN. It also provides tips on caring for your computer,  
diskettes and CD/DVDs.  
Touch Pad  
The configuration, the computer is equipped a Touch Pad as a pointing device. 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.  
NOTE: You can also tap the Touch Pad to perform functions similar to  
those of the left button.  
Click: Tap the Touch Pad once  
Double-click: Tap twice  
Drag and drop: Tap to select the material you want to move. Leave your  
finger on the Touch Pad after the second tap and move the material.  
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Using the USB diskette drive  
A 3 1/2" diskette drive connects to the computer’s USB port. It accommodates 1.44-  
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 right side up and properly  
aligned with the socket. Do not try to force the connection, doing so can  
damage the connecting pins.  
Figure 4-2 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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Using optical media drives  
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-perfor-  
manceexecutionofCD/DVD-ROM-basedprograms. Youcanruneither12cm  
(4.72")or8cm(3.15")CD/DVDswithoutanadaptor. AnATAPIinterfacecontroller  
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.  
DVD-ROM drive section for precautions on writing to CDs.  
drive section for precautions on writing to CDs.  
drive 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 right of the eject button.  
15mm  
Diameter 1.0mm  
Figure 4-4 Manual release with the eject hole  
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2. Grasp 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.  
Figure 4-6 Inserting a CD/DVD  
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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.  
CAUTIONS: 1. Do not touch the laser lens. Doing so could cause  
misalignment.  
2. Be careful to 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  
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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 drive 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.  
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.  
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Audio/Video controls  
This section describes how to use the audio/video control buttons. You do not  
have to turn on the computer’s operating system to play audio CD/DVDs. The  
following controls let you use the computer as a stand-alone CD/DVD player.  
When the operating system is running, the buttons control video as well as audio.  
Mode Control button  
Besides the CD/DVD and Digital control functions described in the chart in the next  
section, you can use the Mode Control button to turn off the computer and change  
the lock setting.  
If the CD/DVD and Digital Audio controls are locked, hold down the Mode  
Control button for four seconds to change to unlock mode while the computer  
turns off.  
If the CD/DVD and Digital Audio controls are unlocked, hold down the Mode  
Control button for four seconds to change to lock mode while the computer  
turns off.  
Controls for CD/DVD and Digital Audio  
The chart below describes controls for CD/DVD and Digital Audio.  
CD/DVDcontrol  
Digital Audio control  
Operating system starts,  
Power is off  
If an audio CD is in the optical  
and you press media drive, the system enters TOSHIBAMediaPlayer  
Play/Pause CD Player mode and operates starts and Digital Audio  
as a stand-alone CD player.  
Data play begins.  
If a DVD is in the optical  
mediadrive,theoperating  
system starts and the DVD  
Video player starts.  
OS is running If an audio CD is in the optical  
and you press mediadrive,TOSHIBAMedia  
TOSHIBA Media Player  
starts and Digital Audio  
Play/Pause  
Player starts and CD audio play Data play begins.  
begins.  
If a DVD is in the optical media  
drive, theDVDVideoplayer  
starts and DVD Video play  
begins.  
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Audio/Video controls  
CD player  
mode and  
youpress  
Opticalmediadrivepower  
turnsoff.  
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Mode Control  
OS is running Themodechangesto  
and you press Digital/Audiocontrol.  
Mode Control  
Themodechangesto  
CD/DVDcontrol.  
NOTES: 1. If the computer power is off, the CD/DVD control functions  
only for the optical media drive. If you want to control the  
optical media drive by CD/DVD control when the OS is  
booted up, set the appropriate player application soft-  
ware. You cannot play optical media, only by setting the  
internal CD/DVD play drive on the Media Apps tab of the  
TOSHIBAControls.  
2. To play Digital Audio Data, you must set the play list in the  
TOSHIBA Media Player. The next time you play Digital  
Audio Data in succession, the former play list will become  
active. If a CD was played the previous time, then All Audio  
will be used.  
CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the optical  
media drive power is on in CD Player mode. First press the Mode control  
button to turn off the power to the optical media drive.  
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.  
Next  
Press the  
icon to advances to the next track, chapter or data.  
icon to advances to the previous track, chapter or data.  
Previous Press the  
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.  
Play/Pause Press the  
icon to begin or pause play.  
Stop Press the icon to stop play.  
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  
section.  
NOTE: CD-R discs can be written to only once. CD-RW discs can be  
rewritten many times.  
Before writing or rewriting  
Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite the data.  
WerecommendthefollowingmanufacturersofCD-RandCD-RWmedia.  
Media quality can affect write or rewrite success rates.  
CD-R: TAIYOYUDENCO.,LTD.  
Mitsui Chemicals Inc.  
MITUBISHICHEMICALCORPORATION  
RICOHCo., Ltd.  
Hitachi Maxell Ltd.  
CD-RW: MITUBISHICHEMICALCORPORATION  
RICOHCo., Ltd.  
TOSHIBA has confirmed the operation of CD-R and CD-RW media of the manufac-  
turers above. Operation of other media cannot be guaranteed.  
CD-RW can generally be rewritten about 1,000 times. However, the actual  
number of rewrites is affected by the quality of the media and the way it is  
used.  
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Be sure to connect the universal AC adaptor when you write or rewrite.  
Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software.  
Do not run software such as a screen saver which can put a heavy load on the  
CPU.  
Operate the computer at full power. Do not use power-saving features.  
Do not write while virus check software is running. Wait for it to finish, then  
disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files  
automatically in the background.  
Do not use hard disk utilities, including those intended to enhance HDD  
access speed. They may cause unstable operation and damage data.  
Write from the computer's HDD to the CD. Do not try to write from shared  
devices such as a LAN server or any other network device.  
Writing with software other than Drag’n Drop CD+DVD has not been con-  
firmed. Therefore, operation with other software cannot be guaranteed.  
When writing or rewriting  
NotethefollowingwhenyouwriteorrewriteaCD-RorCD-RW.  
Always copy data from the HDD to the CD. Do not use cut-and-paste. The  
original data will be lost if there is a write error.  
Do not perform any of the following actions:  
• Operate the computer for any other function, including use of a mouse or  
Touch Pad, closing/opening the LCD panel.  
• Start a communication application such as a modem.  
• Apply impact or vibration to the PC.  
• Install, remove or connect external devices, including the following:  
PC card, SD card, USB devices, external display, optical digital devices.  
• Use the CD/MP3 control buttons to reproduce music and voice.  
• Open the optical media drive.  
If the media is poor in quality, dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may  
occur.  
Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such  
as airplanes trains, or cars. Do not use an unstable surface such as a stand.  
Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the  
computer.  
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Writing CD/DVDs on DVD-R/-RW drive  
YoucanusetheDVD-R/-RWdrivetowritedatatoeitherCD-R/RWorDVD-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.,  
MotionDVSTUDIO,DVDfunSTUDIOandDVD-MovieAlbum,licensedby  
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.  
Important message  
BeforeyouwriteorrewritetoCD-R/RWorDVD-R/-RWdisc, readandfollowallset-  
up and operating instructions in this and the next 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 beginning on page  
4-14 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.,  
MotionDVSTUDIO,DVDfunSTUDIOandDVD-MovieAlbum,licensedby  
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,Ltd.  
Important message  
BeforeyouwriteorrewritetoCD-R/RWorDVD-R/-RW/-RAMdisc, readand  
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.  
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Read/write function chart  
Disc type  
CD-R  
CD-RW  
DVD-R  
DVD-RW  
DVD-RAM  
DVD+R  
DVD+RW  
Read  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
Yes  
*1  
No  
No  
Yes  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
Write  
Drag’n Drop CD+DVD*2  
DVDfunSTUDIO*2  
DVD-MovieAlbum*2  
DVD-Video*3  
Yes  
Yes  
DVD VR*3  
(DVD Video Recoding)  
No  
No  
No  
No  
Yes  
No  
No  
*1 DVD Multi Drive: Yes. DVD-R/-RW: No.  
*2 Software supplied with the product can be used for writing to a disc.  
*3 Video format can be written.  
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Based on TOSHIBA’s limited compatibility testing, we suggest the following  
manufacturersofCD-R/RWandDVD-R/-RW/-RAMdisc.However,inno  
event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation, quality or performance of any  
disc. Disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates.  
CD-R: TAIYOYUDENCO.,LTD.  
Mitsui Chemicals Inc.  
MITUBISHICHEMICALCORPORATION  
RICOHCo., Ltd.  
Hitachi Maxell Ltd.  
CD-RW: MITUBISHICHEMICALCORPORATION  
RICOHCo., Ltd.  
DVD-R: DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for Gen-  
eral Version 2.0  
TAIYOYUDENCO.,LTD.  
PIONEERVIDEOCORPORATION  
MITSUBISHICHEMICALCORPORATION  
DVD-RW: DVD Specifications for Re-recordable Disc for  
Version 1.1  
VICTORCOMPANYOFJAPAN,LIMITED  
TDK Corporation  
DVD-RAM: DVD Specifications for DVD-RAM Disc for Version  
2.0 or Version 2.1  
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.  
If the disc is poor in quality, dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may  
occur. Be careful to check the disc for dirt or damage before you use it.  
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 discs: 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.  
Other DVD-ROM drives for computers or other DVD players may not be able  
toreadDVD-R/-RWdiscs.  
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You cannot add data to a DVD-R/-RW disc that has previously been written to.  
You cannot overwrite data that has been previously written to a DVD-RW disc.  
You cannot partially delete any data written to a DVD-RW disc.  
Data written to a CD-R/DVD-R disc cannot be deleted either in whole or in part.  
Data deleted (erase) from a CD-RW and DVD-RW/-RAM disc cannot be  
recovered. Check the content of the disc carefully before you delete it. If  
multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected, be careful not to  
delete data from the wrong drive.  
In writing to a DVD-R/-RW disc, some disc space is required for file manage-  
ment, so you may not be able to write the full capacity of the disc.  
Since the disc is based on the DVD standard, it will be filled with dummy data if  
the written data is less than about 1 GB. Even if you write only a small amount  
of data, it will take time to fill in the dummy data.  
Two types of DVD-R/-RW/-RAM discs are on the market: data and video. Use  
a video disc to store video data. You can use video discs on a DVD recorder as  
well as on your computer’s DVD-ROM drive. You cannot use data discs on a  
DVDrecorder.  
DVD-RAM formatted by FAT32 cannot be read in Windows 2000 without  
DVD-RAMDriverSoftware.  
Before writing or rewriting  
Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite data.  
When multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected, be careful not  
to write to the wrong drive.  
Be sure to connect the universal AC adaptor before you write or rewrite.  
Before you enter standby/hibernation mode, be sure to finish DVD-RAM  
writing. WritingisfinishedifyoucanejectDVD-RAMmedia.  
Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software.  
Do not run software such as a screen saver, which can put a heavy load on the  
CPU.  
Operate the computer in the full-power mode. Do not use power-saving  
features.  
Do not write while virus check software is running. Wait for it to finish, then  
disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files  
automatically in the background.  
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Do not use hard disk utilities, including those intended to enhance HDD  
access speed. They may cause unstable operation and data damage.  
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.  
WritingwithsoftwareotherthanDrag’nDropCD+DVD,DVDfunSTUDIOand  
DVDMovieAlbumisnotrecommended.  
When writing or rewriting  
Please observe/consider the following when you write or rewrite to a CD-R/RW or  
DVD-R/-RW/-RAMdisc.  
Do not perform any of the following actions when writing or rewriting:  
• Operate the computer for any other function, including using a mouse or  
Touch Pad or closing/opening the LCD panel.  
• Start a communication application such as a modem.  
• Apply impact or vibration to the computer.  
• Install, remove or connect external devices, including the following:  
PC card, SD card, USB devices, external display, optical digital devices.  
• Use the Audio/Video control button to reproduce music or voice.  
• Open the DVD Multi drive  
Do not use standby/hibernation while writing or rewriting.  
Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into standby/  
hibernation. Writing is completed if you can open the DVD Multi drive tray.  
Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such  
as airplanes, trains, or cars. Do not use an unstable surface such as a stand.  
Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the  
computer.  
Always copy data from the HDD to the DVD-RAM. Do not use cut-and-paste.  
The original data will be lost if there is a write error.  
Drag’n Drop CD+DVD  
Note the following limitationswhenyouuse Drag’n Drop CD+DVD:  
DVD-VideocannotbecreatedusingDrag’nDropCD+DVD.  
DVD-Audio cannot be created using Drag’n Drop CD+DVD.  
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You cannot use Drag’n Drop CD+DVD’s music CD function to record music to  
aDVD-R/-RWdisc.  
Do not use the DISC Backup function of Drag’n Drop CD+DVD to copy DVD-  
Video and DVD-ROM with copyright protection, because the copy will not  
playcorrectly.  
DVD-RAM disc cannot be backed up with the DISC Backup function of Drag’n  
DropCD+DVD.  
YoucannotbackupaCD-ROMorCD-R/RWtoDVD-R/-RWusingtheDISC  
BackupfunctionofDrag’nDropCD+DVD.  
YoucannotbackupDVD-ROM,DVD-VideoorDVD-R/-RWtoCD-R/RW  
usingtheDISCBackupfunctionofDrag’nDropCD+DVD.  
Drag’nDropCD+DVDcannotrecordinpacketformat.  
You might not be able to use the DISC backup function of Drag’n Drop  
CD+DVD to back up a DVD-R/-RW disc that was made with other software on  
adifferentDVD-R/-RWrecorder.  
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.  
Video (DVD-R/-RW/-RAM)  
Note the following limitations when you write video to DVD:  
Wheninstalling,uninstallingorMotionDVSTUDIO,DVDfunSTUDIOor  
DVDMovieAlbum, the computer should be set to system administrator or  
equivalentprivilege.  
WhetherMotionDVSTUDIOandDVD-MovieAlbumuseNTSCorPALformat  
is determined when the application is installed. To change the format, you will  
havetoreinstallMotionDVSTUDIOandDVD-MovieAlbum.  
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When Drag'n Drop or similar software is resident in the computer's memory, the  
DVD Multi drive locks. In this situation, other software cannot be used to write  
data to the disc.  
While you are editing DVD-R/-RW/-RAM, you can display previews. How-  
ever, if an application other than WinDVD is running, the preview might not  
display properly. To ensure proper display of previews, do not start other  
applicationswhileyouareeditingDVD-R/-RW/-RAMdisc.  
Do not change the resolution or the number of screen colors while MotionDV  
STUDIO,DVDfunSTUDIOorDVD-MovieAlbumisrunning.  
Although the online manual and Help files indicate that JPEG files can be used,  
in fact, they cannot be used.  
8cm(3.15")DVD-R/-RWdiscscannotbeusewithDVDfunSTUDIO.  
DVDfunSTUDIOcannotmakeDVD-Audio,VideoCD,andminiDVD.  
DVD-R/-RWdiscscannotbewritteninVRformat.  
It may take several hours for DVDfunSTUDIO to convert video to MPEG  
format, and several hours more to save the MPEG file to a DVD Multi drive.  
In order to write to a DVD-RW disc that has already been written to using  
DVDfunSTUDIO, you will first have to delete all of the data with Drag’n Drop  
CD+DVDorsimilarsoftware.  
You will need at least 20 GB of empty hard disk space to write to a DVD-R/-RW  
disc.  
YoucannotrecordinDVD-VideoformatonaDVD-RAMdisc.  
YouwillneedtoformataDVD-RAMforUDF2.0usingaformattingtool,  
beforeyouwritetoDVD-RAMusingDVD-MovieAlbum.  
You cannot edit DVD-RAM video data that has copyright protection, using  
DVD-MovieAlbum.  
You can add PAL format images only to a PAL type DVD-RAM and NTSC  
formatimagesonlytoanNTSC-typeDVD-RAM.  
You cannot convert a PAL format DVD-RAM to NTSC format or an NTSC type  
DVD-RAMtoPALformat.  
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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.  
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,  
extremeheatorcold.  
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.  
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Modem  
6. Magnetic energy can destroy the data on your diskettes. Keep your diskettes  
away from speakers, radios, television sets and other sources of magnetic  
fields.  
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 Internal Modem  
and click Region Select Utility.  
NOTE: Do not use the Country/Region Select function in the Modem  
setup utility in the Control Panel if the function is available. If you  
change the Country/Region in the Control Panel, the change may not  
take effect.  
2. The Region Selection icon will appear in the Windows Task Bar.  
Figure 4-9 The Region Selection icon  
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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.  
Figure 4-10 The menu list  
Setting  
You can enable or disable the following settings:  
AutoRunMode  
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.  
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Modem  
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.  
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.  
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NOTE: If you use a storage device such as a DVD-ROM drive,  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive or HDD connected to a 16-bit PC card, you  
might experience the following modem problems:  
1. Modem speed is slow or communication is interrupted.  
2. Skips may occur in sound.  
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.  
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 or  
B) and Turbo Mode.  
Supported features  
It supports the following features:  
Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 54, 48, 36,  
24, 18, 12, 9 and 6 Mbit/s. (Revision A, Revision A/B combo type)  
Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 11, 5.5, 2  
and 1 Mbit/s. (Revision B)  
AutomaticTransmitRateSelectmechanisminthetransmitrangeof108, 96.72,  
48, 36, 24, 18 and 12 Mbit/s. (Turbo Mode, Revision A/B combo type)  
Frequency Channel Selection (Revision A/Turbo Mode: 5 GHz, Revision B: 2.4  
GHz)  
Roamingovermultiplechannels  
Card Power Management  
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption, based on the 152 bit  
encryption algorithm. (Revision A/B combo type) Wired Equivalent Privacy  
(WEP) data encryption, based on the 128 bit encryption algorithm. (Revision B  
only type)  
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Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) data encryption, based on 256 bit  
encryption algorithm. (Revision A/B combo type)  
NOTE: Wake-up on LAN does not function on a Wireless LAN.  
Security  
Be sure to enable the WEP (encryption) function to prevent unauthorized  
access to your Wireless LAN. Such access can enable illegal intrusion into  
data, eavesdropping and loss or destruction of data. TOSHIBA strongly  
recommends that you enable the WEP function.  
TOSHIBA is not liable for damage resulting from unauthorized access to a  
Wireless LAN including, but not limited to, illegal intrusion, eavesdropping  
and loss or destruction of data.  
Wireless communication switch  
You can enable or disable Wireless LAN function, with the on/off switch. No  
transmissions are sent or received when the switch is off. Slide the switch toward  
the back of the computer to turn it on and toward the front of the computer to turn it  
off.  
CAUTION: Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals. Check the  
indicator. It will stop glowing when the wireless communication function  
isoff.  
Wireless communication indicator  
The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless communi-  
cation functions.  
Indicatorstatus Indication  
Indicatoroff  
Wireless communication switch is set to off.  
Indicatorglows  
Wireless communication switch is on.  
Wireless LAN is turned on by an application.  
If you used the Task Bar to disable W-LAN, restart the computer or follow the  
procedures below to enable the system to recognize W-LAN. Open or click the  
following: start, Control Panel, System, Hardware Device Manager,  
Network adapters, TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card or Atheros  
AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless Network Adapter and enable.  
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LAN  
The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second,  
10BASE-T)andFastEthernetLAN(100megabitspersecond,100BASE-Tx).  
This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN.  
CAUTIONS: 1. Do not install or remove an optional memory module  
while Wake-up on LAN is enabled.  
2. Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to  
the LAN jack. It could cause damage or malfunction.  
3. Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply. It  
could cause damage or malfunction.  
NOTES: 1. The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when  
the system is off. Leave the universal AC adaptor con-  
nected while using this feature.  
2. When the Wake-up on LAN function is activated, the LAN  
indicators do not glow while the computer is in standby  
mode (while it is waiting for a LAN wake-up signal).  
Connecting LAN cable  
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.  
To connect the LAN cable, follow the steps below.  
1. Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to  
the computer.  
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2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the  
latch click into place.  
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.  
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.  
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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 dust from the air filter on the underside of the computer regularly with  
a vacuum cleaner. Refer to the Underside section in Chapter 2, The Grand  
Tour, for the location of the air filter.  
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  
Disk indicators on the computer.  
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 universal AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the  
computer.  
Close the display. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel.  
Use the carrying case when transporting the computer.  
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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 Power Save Mode window 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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The Keyboard  
The computer’s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 101/102-key enhanced  
keyboard. By pressing some keys in combination, all the 101/102-key keyboard  
functions can be executed on the computer.  
The number of keys on your keyboard depends on which country/region’s  
keyboard layout your computer is configured with. Keyboards for numerous  
languages are available.  
There are 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  
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  
Pause  
Break  
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SysReq  
Scroll  
lock  
Esc  
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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 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  
Plugged in or Running on batteries item of the Power Saver Properties window in  
Power Saver.  
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Soft keys: Fn key combinations  
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 Monitor  
brightness item of the Power Save Mode window in Power Saver.  
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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  
Monitor brightness item of the Power Save Mode window in Power Saver.  
NOTES: 1. The brightness level is always set at the maximum value for  
about 18 seconds, when the LCD turns on. After 18  
seconds, the brightness level will appear at the Power  
Save Mode setting or you can change it manually.  
2. Display clarity increases with the brightness level.  
Wireless setting: Fn + F8 are not used.  
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 they press an F number” key. To start the  
TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility, clickstart, point to All Programs, point to  
TOSHIBAUtilitiesandclickAccessibility.  
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Keypad overlay  
Windows special keys  
The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows : one  
activates the start menu and the other has the same function as the secondary  
mouse button.  
This key activates the Windows start menu.  
This key has the same function as the secondary mouse button.  
Keypad overlay  
Your computer’s keyboard does not have an independent numeric keypad, but its  
numeric keypad overlay functions like one.  
The keys in the center of the keyboard with 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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Numeric mode  
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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Generating ASCII characters  
Temporarily using overlay (overlay off)  
While using the normal keyboard, you can temporarily use the keypad overlay  
without turning it on:  
1. Press and hold down Fn.  
2. Check the keyboard indicators. Pressing Fn turns on the most recently used  
overlay. If the Numeric mode indicator lights, you can use the overlay for  
numeric entry. If the Arrow mode indicator lights, you can use the overlay for  
cursor and page control.  
3. Release Fn to return to normal keyboard operation.  
Temporarily changing modes  
If the computer is in Numeric mode, you can switch temporarily to Arrow  
mode by pressing a shift key.  
If the computer is in Arrow mode, you can switch temporarily to Numeric  
mode by pressing a shift key.  
Generating ASCII characters  
Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation. But,  
you can generate these characters using their ASCII codes.  
With the overlay on:  
1. Hold down Alt.  
2. Using the overlay keys, type the ASCII code.  
3. Release Alt, and the ASCII character appears on the display screen.  
With the overlay off:  
1. Hold down Alt + Fn.  
2. Using the overlay keys, type the ASCII code.  
3. Release Alt + Fn, and the ASCII character appears on the display screen.  
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Chapter 6  
Power  
The computer’s power resources include the universal 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 a universal AC adaptor is connected, whether a battery  
is installed and what the charge level is for the battery.  
Table 6-1 Power conditions  
Power on  
Power off (no operation)  
Universal  
Battery  
• Operates  
LED: Battery green  
ACadaptor fully  
LED: Battery green  
DCIN green  
DCIN green  
connected charged  
Battery  
partially  
charged  
• Operates  
• Quickcharge  
• Quickcharge  
LED: Battery orange  
DCIN green  
LED: Battery orange  
DCIN green  
or no charge  
No  
• Operates  
• Nocharge  
battery  
installed  
• Nocharge  
LED: Battery off  
DCIN green  
LED: Battery off  
DCIN green  
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Table 6-1 Power conditions continued  
Power on  
Power off (no operation)  
AC  
Battery  
• Operates  
adaptor  
not  
charge is  
above low  
LED: Battery off  
DC IN off  
connected battery  
triggerpoint  
Battery  
• Operates  
charge is  
below low  
battery  
• LED: Battery  
flashesorange  
DC IN off  
triggerpoint  
Battery  
Computergoes  
intoresumemode  
shuts down  
charge is  
exhausted  
No  
• Cannotoperate  
• LED: Battery off  
DC IN off  
battery  
installed  
Power indicators  
As shown in the above table, the Battery, DC IN and Power indicators on the  
system indicator alert you to the computer’s operating capability and battery charge  
status.  
Battery indicator  
Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery pack. The  
following indicator lights indicate the battery status:  
Flashing orange The battery charge is low. The universal AC adaptor must  
be connected to recharge the battery.  
Orange Indicates the universal AC adaptor is connected and  
charging the battery.  
Green Indicates the universal AC adaptor is connected and the  
battery is fully charged.  
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No light Under any other conditions, the indicator does not light.  
NOTE: If the battery becomes too hot while it is being charged, the  
charge will stop and the battery indicator will 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 indicator  
Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the universal AC  
adaptor connected:  
Green Indicates the universal AC adaptor is connected and  
supplying proper power to the computer.  
Flashing orange Indicates a problem with the power supply. Plug the  
universal AC adaptor into another outlet. If it still does not  
operate properly, see your dealer.  
No light Under any other conditions, the indicator does not light.  
Power indicator  
Check the Power indicator to determine the power status:  
Green Indicates power is being supplied to the computer and the  
computer is turned on.  
Blinkingorange Indicates power is being supplied to the computer while  
the computer is in Standby mode. The indicator turns on  
for one second and off for two seconds.  
No light Under any other conditions, the indicator does not light.  
Battery types  
The computer has two types of batteries:  
Battery pack  
RealTimeClock(RTC)battery  
Battery pack  
When the universal 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.  
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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  
universal 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 a universal 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  
TheRealTimeClock(RTC)batteryprovidespowerfortheinternalrealtimeclock  
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:  
****RTCbatteryisloworCMOSchecksumisinconsistent****  
Press[F1]keytosetDate/Time.  
CAUTION: The computer’s RTC battery is a lithium ion battery and  
should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service  
representative. The battery can explode if not properly replaced, used,  
handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local  
ordinances or regulations.  
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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:Providesimportantinformation.  
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.  
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.  
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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. It 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.  
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 or reach of infants and children. It can cause injury.  
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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.  
7. Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power  
and disconnecting the universal 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 universal 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.  
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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 in TOSHIBA Power Saver: the Hibernate window  
and the Battery Alarm item of the Alarm window.  
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 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.  
Time  
The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a dis-  
charged battery.  
Charging time (hours)  
Battery type  
Battery pack  
RTC battery  
Power on  
Power off  
about 3.5  
3.5 to 12.5 or longer  
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Doesn’t charge  
NOTE: 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  
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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  
batteryatroomtemperatureof10°to3C(50°to88°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 universal AC adaptor.  
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 universal AC adaptor connected will shorten battery  
life. At least once a month, run the computer on battery power until the  
battery is fully discharged, then recharge the battery.  
Monitoring battery capacity  
Remaining battery power can be monitored in the Power Save Modes window in  
PowerSaver.  
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.  
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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,  
Power Save Modes window in 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:  
• Processor speed  
• Monitor brightness  
• System standby  
• System hibernate  
• Turnoffmonitor  
• Turn off hard disks  
How often and how long you use the hard disk, CD/DVD-ROM 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.  
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Retaining data with power off  
When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries retain  
dataforthefollowingapproximatetimeperiods:  
Battery pack about 6 days (Standby mode)  
about 27 days (Boot mode)  
RTC battery 1 month  
Extending battery life  
Tomaximizethelifeofyourbatterypack:  
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 universal AC adaptor and turn on the computer’s power. If it  
does not turn on go to step 4.  
3. Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes. If the battery pack  
has at least five minutes of operating time, continue operating until the  
battery pack is fully discharged. If the Battery indicator flashes or there is  
some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to step 4.  
4. Connect the universal AC adaptor to the computer and the power cord to a  
power outlet. The DC IN indicator should glow green, and the Battery  
indicator should glow orange to indicate that the battery pack is being  
charged. If the DC IN indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied.  
Check the connections for the universal 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 universal 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 universal AC adaptor.  
Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.  
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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.  
3. In Hibernation mode, data will be lost if you remove  
the battery or disconnect the universal AC adaptor  
before the save is completed. Wait for the Disk  
indicator to go out.  
4. Do not touch the battery release latch while holding  
the computer. The battery might accidently drop out  
causing damage to the battery or personal injury.  
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.  
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Replacing the battery pack  
5. Slide the battery safety lock forward to free the battery release latch.  
6. Slide the battery release latch to free the battery pack for removal, then slide  
out the battery pack.  
BATTERY PACK  
BATTERYSAFETY  
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.  
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 battery release latch while holding  
the computer. The battery might accidently drop out  
causing damage to the battery or personal injury.  
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1. Turn the computer’s power off.  
2. Disconnect all cables connected to the computer.  
3. Insert the battery pack.  
4. Secure the battery safety lock.  
BATTERYSAFETY  
LOCK  
BATTERYPACK  
Figure 6-2 Securing the battery pack  
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Starting the computer by password  
If you registered a user or supervisor password, you must enter it to start the  
Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords.  
To start the computer with the password, follow these steps:  
message appears:  
Password=  
NOTE: At this point, the hot keys 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.  
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.  
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HW Setup and Passwords  
This chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your  
computer and how to set passwords. TOSHIBA HW Setup lets you configure  
settingsforGeneral, Password, DeviceConfig, Parallel/Printer, Display, Boot  
Priority, Keyboard, USBandLAN.  
Accessing HW Setup  
To run HW Setup, click start, click Control Panel and select TOSHIBA HW  
Setup.  
HW Setup window  
The HW Setup window contains the following tabs: General, Password, Device  
Config,Parallel/Printer,Display,BootPriority,Keyboard,USBandLAN.  
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.  
General  
This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons: Default and  
About.  
Setup  
This field displays BIOS Versionand date.  
Default  
Click Default to return all HW Setup values to the factory settings.  
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About  
Click About to display the HW Setup version.  
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  
If they do not match, the following message appears. You must repeat from  
step 1.  
Entry Error!!!  
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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.  
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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.  
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 keywill be displayed on the LCD.  
8. Remove the diskette and press any key.  
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Device Config  
Device Configuration  
This option lets you set the device configuration.  
All Devices BIOS sets all devices.  
Setup by OS Operating system sets devices that it can control. (Default)  
Parallel/Printer  
This tab lets you set the Parallel Port Mode. Use the Windows Device Manager to  
make settings for the Parallel port.  
Parallel Port Mode  
The options in this tab are ECP and Standard Bi-directional.  
ECP Sets the port type to Extended Capabilities Port (ECP). For  
most printers, the port should be set to ECP. (Default)  
Standard This setting should be used with some other parallel  
Bi-directional devices.  
Display  
This tab lets you customize your computer’s display settings for either the internal  
LCDscreenorforanexternalmonitor.  
Power On Display  
Lets you set the display to be used when the computer is booted.  
Auto-Selected Selects an external monitor if one is connected. Other-  
wise, it selects the internal LCD. (Default)  
LCD + AnalogRGB Selects both the internal LCD and external monitor for  
simultaneous display.  
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Boot Priority  
Boot Priority Options  
This option sets the priority for booting the computer. Select from the following  
settings:  
HDD > FDD > CD-ROM > LAN The computer looks for bootable files in  
thefollowingorder:HDD, diskettedrive,  
CD-ROM*andLAN.(Default)  
FDD > HDD > CD-ROM > LAN The computer looks for bootable files in  
thefollowingorder:diskettedrive, HDD,  
CD-ROM*and LAN.  
HDD > CD-ROM > LAN > FDD The computer looks for bootable files in  
thefollowingorder:HDD,CD-ROM*,LAN  
and diskette drive.  
FDD > CD-ROM > LAN > HDD The computer looks for bootable files in  
thefollowingorder:diskettedrive, CD-  
ROM*,LANandHDD.  
CD-ROM > LAN > HDD > FDD The computer looks for bootable files in  
thefollowingorder:CD-ROM*, LAN,  
HDD,diskettedrive.  
CD-ROM > LAN > FDD > HDD The computer looks for bootable files in  
thefollowingorder:CD-ROM*,LAN,  
diskette drive and HDD.  
* In this computer, CD-ROM refers to any optical media drive.  
To change the boot drive, follow the steps below.  
1. Hold down F12 and boot the computer.  
2. Thefollowingmenuwillbedisplayedwiththefollowingicons:Built-inHDD,  
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 a PC card HDD is installed along with the built-in HDD, this option lets you set  
the priority for HDD detection. If the first detected HDD has a boot command, the  
system will boot fromtheHDD.  
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 PC card and the built-in HDD.  
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.  
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Network Boot Protocol  
This feature sets the protocol to remotely boot from the network when Wake-up on  
LAN is enabled.  
[PXE] Sets PXE as the protocol. (Default)  
[RPL] Sets RPL as the protocol.  
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 Emulationitem 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.  
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LAN  
Wake-up on LAN  
This features lets the computer’s power be turned on when it receives a wake-up  
signalfromtheLAN.  
Enabled Enables Wake-up on LAN.  
Disabled Disables Wake-up on LAN. (Default)  
CAUTION: Do not install or remove an optional memory module while  
Wake-up on LAN is enabled.  
NOTE: The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the  
system is off. Leave the universal AC adaptor connected while using this  
feature.  
Built-in LAN  
This feature enables or disables the Built-in LAN.  
Enabled EnablesBuilt-inLANfunctions.(Default)  
Disabled Disables Built-in LAN functions.  
Supervisor password  
If you set a supervisor password, some functions might be restricted when a user  
logs on with the user password. To set a supervisor password, execute the file  
TOSUP.EXE.Thefileislocatedat:  
C:\Program Files\Toshiba\Windows Utilities  
\SVPWTool\TOSUP.EXE  
This utility lets you do the following:  
Register, delete or change the supervisor password.  
Specify restrictions for general users.  
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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  
availablefromyourTOSHIBAdealer:  
Cards/memory  
PC cards  
SD cards  
Memoryexpansion  
Power devices  
Batterypack(Black)  
Universal AC adaptor  
Peripheral devices  
USBFDDkit  
Externalmonitor  
TV  
Parallelprinter  
Other  
Securitylock  
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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 32-bit cards,  
including CardBus PC cards, which provide superior performance for the greater  
demands of multimedia. It also supports 16-bit PC cards, including PC card 16’s  
multifunctioncard.  
Inserting a PC card  
The PC card connector is located on the left side of the computer.  
Windows’ hot-install feature lets you insert PC cards while the computer’s power is  
on.  
NOTE: Do not insert a PC card while the computer is in standby or  
hibernation mode. Some cards might not work properly.  
To insert a PC card, follow the steps below.  
1. Insert the PC card.  
2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection.  
PC CARD  
Figure 8-1 Inserting a PC card  
After inserting the card, refer to the card’s documentation and check the configura-  
tion in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your card.  
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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. ClickPCcard.  
3. Press the PC card eject button to extend it.  
4. Press the extended eject button to pop the card out slightly.  
5. Grasp the PC card and remove it.  
PC CARD  
EJECT BUTTON  
Figure 8-2 Removing a 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 MultiMedia 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.  
Inserting an SD card  
To insert an SD card, follow the steps below.  
1. Insert the SD card.  
2. Press it 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.  
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Removing an SD card  
To remove an SD card, follow the steps below.  
1. Click the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar.  
2. Point to SD card and click.  
3. Push in the card and release it to pop the card out slightly.  
4. Grasp the card and remove it.  
SD CARD  
INDICATOR  
SD CARD  
Figure 8-4 Removing an SD card  
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  
CAUTION: Set the write-protect switch to the lock position, if you do not  
want to record data.  
1. Do not write to an SD card if the battery power is low. Low power could affect  
writingaccuracy.  
2. Do not remove an SD card while read/write is in progress.  
3. The SD card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way. Do not try to  
force the card into the slot.  
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4. Do not leave an SD card partially inserted in the slot. Press the SD card until  
you hear it click into place.  
5. Do not twist or bend SD cards.  
6. Do not expose SD cards to liquids or store in humid areas or lay them close to  
containers of liquid.  
7. After using an SD card, return it to its case.  
8. Do not touch the metal part or expose it to liquids or let it get dirty.  
Memory expansion  
You can install additional memory in the computer’s memory socket to increase the  
amount of RAM. This section describes how to install and remove a memory  
module.  
CAUTIONS: 1. Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA.  
2. 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 Standby mode  
or Hibernation mode.  
c. Wake-up on LAN is enabled.  
3. Some memory modules can be physically installed but  
are not compatible with the computer. In this case, the  
computer will issue a warning. A beep will sound  
when you turn on the power.  
If the module is installed in slot A, there will be a long  
beep followed by a short beep. If the module is  
installed in slot B, there will be a long beep followed  
by two short beeps. In this case, shut down the power  
and remove the incompatible module.  
NOTE: Use a 0-bit, Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten screws. Use  
of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads.  
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Installing memory module  
Follow the steps below to install a memory module.  
1. Set the computer to boot mode and turn the computer’s power off. Make sure  
the Power indicator is off.  
2. Remove universal AC adaptor and all cables connected to the computer.  
3. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack. Refer to  
Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power, for details.  
4. Turn the computer right side up and open the display panel. Tilt the display  
panel slightly beyond the upright position before removing the keyboard  
display.  
5. Slip your fingernails under two notches on the keyboard brace and pull off the  
keyboard brace in the direction indicated by the arrows.  
NOTCHES  
KEYBORD BRACE  
Figure 8-5 Removing the keyboard brace  
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6. Remove three screws securing the keyboard. The center screw also secures a  
metalbrace.  
METAL BRACE  
Figure 8-6 Removing three screws  
CAUTION: Be careful not to drop any of the screws inside the computer.  
7. Lift up the back edge of the keyboard and rotate it out.  
CAUTION: Be careful not to apply tension to the flat cable connected to  
the keyboard.  
Figure 8-7 Rotating out the keyboard  
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8. Lay the keyboard upside down on the palm rest.  
Figure 8-8 Laying the keyboard on the palm rest  
9. Lift back the insulation sheet covering the memory module and secure the  
sheet with tape to keep it out of your way.  
INSULATION SHEET  
Figure 8-9 Lifting back the insulation sheet  
CAUTION: 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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10. Insert a new module in the socket and push it down so it lies flat. Latches on  
either side will click into place to secure the module.  
Figure 8-10 Installing one memory module  
SLOT B  
SLOT A  
Figure 8-11 Installing two memory modules  
11. 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.  
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12. 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.  
13. Three screws secure the keyboard and a metal brace. Seat the brace over the  
middle screw hole and secure the three screws.  
CAUTION: Be sure to use all three 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.  
14. Seat the keyboard brace and press to secure latches.  
Chapter 6, Power, for details.  
16. 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. Be sure the power is off and all cables are disconnected from the computer.  
2. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery.  
3. Follow steps 4 through 9 in Installing memory module to access the memory  
module.  
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4. Push the latches to the outside to release the module. A spring will force one  
end of the module up.  
5. Grasp the module by the sides and pull it out.  
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.  
Figure 8-12 Removing the memory module  
6. Follow steps 11 through 15 in Installing memory module.  
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Battery pack (Black)  
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  
Universal AC adaptor  
If you frequently transport the computer between different sites such as your home  
and office, purchasing a universal AC adaptor for each location will reduce the  
weight and bulk of your carrying load.  
USB FDD kit  
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,  
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 computer automatically recognizes the monitor  
and determines whether it is color or monochrome.  
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  
the display setting.  
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TV  
You can connect a television set to the TV out port on the computer. Follow the  
steps below.  
Connecting a TV  
1. Turn the computer off.  
2. Use a video cable (not supplied) to connect the TV adaptor cable’s mini-jack  
to the TV out port on the computer.  
3. Connect the TV adaptor cable’s RCA jack to the RCA jack on the TV.  
4. Turn the television on.  
5. Turn the computer on.  
You can use the hotkeys Fn + F5 to change the display device. Refer to Chapter 5,  
NOTE: If a television is connected to the computer, set the TV type in  
Display Properties. Follow the steps below.  
a. Click start and click Control Panel.  
b. Double-click the Display icon to open the Display Properties  
window.  
c. Click the Settings tab and click the Advanced button.  
d. Click the nView Display Mode tab, click Device Settings and  
click Select Output Device.  
e. Select Advanced and select TV in the Device Selection  
window.  
f. Select the Format box and select the format that your TV supports.  
Changing the resolution  
After you connect a TV (NTSC), follow the steps below to set the Display resolu-  
tionto640x480.  
1. Open Display properties and select the Settings tab.  
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2. SelectAdvanced.  
Figure 8-13 Display properties  
3. Select the Adapter tab, then select List All Modes....  
Figure 8-14 The Adapter window  
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4. Select 640 by 480, High Color (16 bit), 60 Hertz.  
Figure 8-15 Resolution menu  
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.  
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.  
9. Select the Parallel/Printertab from the TOSHIBA HW Setup  
window.  
10. Set the Parallel Port Modeand press OK.  
11. Choose Rebootfor the change to take effect.  
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12. Select the printer in Windows Add Print Wizard. To access the Add Print  
Wizardutility, click Start, point to Settings, click Printers and double  
click the Add Printer icon.  
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 right side of the computer.  
Figure 8-16 Security lock  
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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. 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.  
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Hardware If you cannot find a software problem, check your hard-  
ware. First run through the items in the preliminary  
checklist above. If you still cannot correct the problem, try  
to identify the source. The next section provides checklists  
for individual components and peripherals.  
Hardware and system checklist  
This section discusses problems caused by your computer’s hardware or attached  
peripherals. Basic problems may occur in the following areas:  
System start-up  
Self test  
PCcard  
Infrared port  
Pointing device  
USB  
Power  
Password  
Keyboard  
Memory expansion  
Sound system  
Monitor  
LCDpanel  
Hard disk drive  
CD-RW/DVD-ROMdrive  
DVD-R/-RWdrive  
DVDMultidrive  
Diskette drive  
SDcard  
Modem  
LAN  
Wireless LAN  
TV output signal  
Printer  
System start-up  
When the computer does not start properly, check the following items:  
SelfTest  
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  
TOSHIBA  
This message remains on the screen for a few seconds.  
If the self test is successful, the computer tries to load the operating system.  
Depending on how the Boot Priority is set in the TOSHIBA HW Setup program.  
If any of the following conditions are present, the self test failed:  
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 shut down.  
Problem  
Procedure  
Computershutsdown Leave the computer off until the computer  
and DC IN indicator  
flashesorange  
reaches room temperature, then turn it back on.  
If the computer is still too warm, the DC IN  
indicator will continue blinking when you turn on  
the power. Let it cool longer and try again.  
If the computer has reached room temperature  
and still does not start, or if it starts but shuts  
down quickly, contact your dealer.  
AC power  
If you have trouble turning on the computer with the universal AC adaptor con-  
nected, check the DC IN indicator. Refer to Chapter 6, Power, for more information.  
Problem  
Procedure  
UniversalACadaptor  
doesn’tpowerthe  
computer(DCIN  
indicator does not  
glowgreen)  
Check the connections. Make sure the cord  
is firmly connected to the computer and a  
poweroutlet.  
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 universal AC adaptor still does not power the  
computer, contact your dealer.  
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Battery  
If you suspect a problem with the battery, check the DC IN indicator as well as the  
Battery indicator. For information on indicators and battery operation see Chapter  
Problem  
Procedure  
Battery doesn’t  
powerthecomputer  
The battery may be discharged. Connect the  
universal AC adaptor to charge the battery.  
Battery doesn’t  
If the battery is completely discharged, it will  
not begin charging at once. Wait a few minutes.  
chargewhenthe  
universalACadaptor  
is attached (Battery  
indicator does not  
gloworange.)  
If the battery still does not charge, make sure the  
outlet is supplying power. Plug in an appliance  
and see if it works. If it doesn’t, try another power  
source.  
Check whether the battery is hot or cold. If the  
battery is too hot or too cold, it will not charge  
properly. Let it reach room temperature.  
UnplugtheuniversalAC adaptorandremovethe  
battery to make sure the terminals are clean. If  
necessary wipe them with a soft dry cloth dipped  
in alcohol.  
Connect the universalAC adaptor and replace the  
battery.  
Make sure the battery is securely seated.  
If the indicator still does not glow, the battery may  
be at the end of its operating life. Replace it.  
If you do not think the battery is at the end of its  
operating life, see your dealer.  
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Battery doesn’t  
powerthecomputer  
as long as expected  
Check the power consumption settings in  
TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility. Consider using a  
powersavingmode.  
RTC Battery  
Problem  
Procedure  
The following message is displayed:  
RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent  
Press [F1] key to set Date/Time.  
TheRTCbattery  
is discharged  
1. Press F1 to start the BIOS setup.  
2. Set the system date.  
3. Set the system time.  
4. Press End to exit the program.  
5. When a confirmation dialog box appears,  
make sure your settings are correct and  
press Y.  
6. Restart the computer.  
Password  
Problem  
Procedure  
Cannotenteror  
forgotpassword  
If you created a Key FD (diskette), you can use it  
to start the computer.  
If you did not create a Key FD or cannot use it to  
start the computer, contact your dealer.  
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Keyboard  
Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more informa-  
Problem  
Procedure  
Some letter keys  
producenumbers  
Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not  
selected. Press Fn + F10 and try typing again.  
Output to screen  
isgarbled  
Make sure the software you are using is not  
remappingthekeyboard.Remappinginvolves  
reassigning the meaning of each key. See your  
software’sdocumentation.  
If you are still unable to use the keyboard, consult  
yourdealer.  
LCD panel  
Problem  
Procedure  
No display  
Press hot keys Fn + F5 to change the display  
priority, to make sure it is not set for an external  
monitor.  
Markingsappearon  
theLCD.  
They might have come from contact with the  
keyboard, Touch Pad. Try wiping the LCD gently  
with a clean dry cloth. If markings remain, use  
LCD cleaner. Be sure to let the LCD dry before  
closing it.  
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Problemsabove  
remainunresolved  
orotherproblems  
occur  
Refer to your software’s documentation to  
determine if the software is causing the  
difficulty.  
Contact your dealer if the problems continue.  
Hard disk drive  
Problem  
Procedure  
Computerdoesnot  
boot from hard disk  
drive  
Check if a diskette is in the diskette drive or a  
CD-ROM is in the optical media drive. Remove  
any diskette and/or CD-ROM and check Boot  
Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords.  
There may be a problem with your operating  
system files. Refer to your OS documentation.  
Slowperformance  
Your files may be fragmented. Run SCANDISK  
and defragmenter to check the condition of your  
files and disk. Refer to your OS documentation or  
onlineHELPforinformationonrunningSCANDISK  
andthedefragmenter.  
As a last resort, reformat the hard disk. Then,  
reload the operating system and other files.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
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CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive  
Problem  
Procedure  
You cannot access  
Make sure the drive’s drawer is securely  
a CD/DVD in the drive closed. Press gently until it clicks into place.  
Open the drawer and make sure the CD/DVD is  
properly seated. It should lie flat with the label  
facingup.  
A foreign object in the drawer could block laser  
light from reading the CD/DVD. Make sure there  
is no obstruction. Remove any foreign object.  
Check whether the CD/DVD is dirty. If it is, wipe it  
with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral  
for details on cleaning.  
SomeCD/DVDs  
run correctly, but  
others do not  
Thesoftwareorhardwareconfigurationmay  
be causing a problem. Make sure the  
hardwareconfigurationmatchesyoursoftware’s  
needs. Check the CD/DVD’s documentation.  
Check the type of CD/DVD you are using. The  
drivesupports:  
DVD-ROM: DVD-ROM,DVD-Video  
CD-ROM:  
CD-DA, CD-Text, PhotoCD(single/  
multi-session),CD-ROMMode1,  
Mode 2, CD-ROM XA Mode 2  
(Form1,Form2),EnhancedCD(CD-  
EXTRA),CD-G(AudioCDonly),  
AddressingMethod2  
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Check the region code on the DVD. It must  
matchthatontheCD-RW/DVD-ROMdrive.  
Cannot write correctly If you have trouble writing, make sure you are  
observingthefollowingprecautions:  
• Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA.  
• Do not use the mouse or keyboard during  
writing.  
• Use only the software supplied with the  
computerforrecording.  
• Do not run or start other software during  
writing.  
• Do not jar the computer during writing.  
• Do not connect/ disconnect external devices  
orinstall/removeinternalcardsduringwriting.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
DVD-R/-RW drive  
Problem  
Procedure  
You cannot access  
Make sure the drive’s drawer is securely  
a CD/DVD in the drive closed. Press gently until it clicks into place.  
Open the drawer and make sure the CD/DVD is  
properly seated. It should lie flat with the label  
facingup.  
A foreign object in the drawer could block laser  
light from reading the CD/DVD. Make sure there  
is no obstruction. Remove any foreign object.  
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Check whether the CD/DVD is dirty. If it is, wipe  
it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral  
for details on cleaning.  
SomeCD/DVDs  
run correctly, but  
others do not  
Thesoftwareorhardwareconfigurationmay  
be causing a problem. Make sure the  
hardwareconfigurationmatchesyoursoftware’s  
needs. Check the CD/DVD’s documentation.  
Check the type of CD/DVD you are using. The  
drivesupports:  
DVD-ROM: DVD-ROM,DVD-Video  
CD-ROM:  
CD-DA, CD-Text, PhotoCD(single/  
multi-session),CD-ROMMode1,  
Mode 2, CD-ROM XA Mode 2  
(Form1,Form2),EnhancedCD(CD-  
EXTRA),CD-G(AudioCDonly),  
AddressingMethod2  
Check the region code on the DVD. It must  
matchthatontheCD-RW/DVD-ROMdrive.  
Cannot write correctly If you have trouble writing, make sure you are  
observingthefollowingprecautions:  
• Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA.  
• Do not use the mouse or keyboard during  
writing.  
• Use only the software supplied with the  
computerforrecording.  
• Do not run or start other software during  
writing.  
• Do not jar the computer during writing.  
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• Do not connect/ disconnect external devices or  
install/removeinternalcardsduringwriting.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
DVD Multi drive  
Problem  
Procedure  
You cannot access  
Make sure the drive’s drawer is securely  
a CD/DVD in the drive closed. Press gently until it clicks into place.  
Open the drawer and make sure the CD/DVD is  
properly seated. It should lie flat with the label  
facingup.  
A foreign object in the drawer could block laser  
light from reading the CD/DVD. Make sure there  
is no obstruction. Remove any foreign object.  
Check whether the CD/DVD is dirty. If it is, wipe  
it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral  
for details on cleaning.  
SomeCD/DVDs  
run correctly, but  
others do not  
Thesoftwareorhardwareconfigurationmay  
be causing a problem. Make sure the  
hardwareconfigurationmatchesyoursoftware’s  
needs. Check the CD/DVD’s documentation.  
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Check the type of CD/DVD you are using. The  
drivesupports:  
DVD-ROM: DVD-ROM,DVD-Video  
CD-ROM:  
CD-DA, CD-Text, PhotoCD(single/  
multi-session),CD-ROMMode1,  
Mode 2, CD-ROM XA Mode 2  
(Form1,Form2),EnhancedCD(CD-  
EXTRA),CD-G(AudioCDonly),  
AddressingMethod2  
Check the region code on the DVD. It must  
matchthatontheCD-RW/DVD-ROMdrive.  
Cannot write correctly If you have trouble writing, make sure you are  
observingthefollowingprecautions:  
• Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA.  
• Do not use the mouse or keyboard during  
writing.  
• Use only the software supplied with the  
computerforrecording.  
• Do not run or start other software during  
writing.  
• Do not jar the computer during writing.  
• Do not connect/ disconnect external devices  
orinstall/removeinternalcardsduringwriting.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
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Diskette drive  
Problem  
Procedure  
Drivedoesnot  
operate  
There may be a faulty cable connection. Check  
the connection to the computer and to the drive.  
You cannot access  
the external 3 1/2"  
diskettedrive  
Try another diskette. If you can access the  
diskette, the original diskette (not the drive) is  
probablycausingtheproblem.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
SD card  
Problem  
Procedure  
SD card  
erroroccurs  
Reseat the SD card to make sure it is firmly  
connected.  
Check the card’s documentation.  
You cannot write  
to an SD card  
Make sure the card is not write protected.  
You cannot read  
a file  
Make sure the target file is on the SD  
Card inserted in the slot.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
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PC card  
Problem  
Procedure  
PC card  
erroroccurs  
Reseat the PC card to make sure it is  
firmlyconnected.  
Make sure the connection between the external  
device and the card is firm.  
Check the card’s documentation.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
Infrared port  
Refer also to the documentation for your IrDA compatible device and related  
software.  
Problem  
Procedure  
Infrareddevicesdo  
Make sure there is no obstruction blocking  
not work as expected communication between the computer and the  
targetdevice.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
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Pointing device  
your mouse documentation.  
Touch Pad  
Problem  
Procedure  
On-screenpointer  
does not respond to  
Padoperation  
The system might be busy. If the pointer is  
shaped as an hourglass, wait for it to resume  
its normal shape and try again to move it.  
Double-tapping  
does not work  
Try changing the double-click speed setting in  
the mouse control utility.  
1. Open the Control Panel, select the Mouse  
icon and press Enter.  
2. Click the Buttons tab.  
3. Set the double-click speed as instructed and  
click OK.  
Themousepointer  
moves too fast or  
too slow  
Try changing the speed setting in the mouse  
control utility.  
1. Open the Control Panel, select the Mouse  
icon and press Enter.  
2. Click the Pointer Options tab.  
3. Set the speed as instructed and click OK.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
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USB mouse  
Problem  
Procedure  
On-screenpointer  
does not respond to  
mouseoperation  
The system might be busy. If the pointer is  
shaped as an hourglass, wait for it to resume  
its normal shape and try again to move it.  
Make sure the mouse is properly connected to  
the USB port.  
Double-clicking  
does not work  
Try changing the double-click speed setting in  
the mouse control utility.  
1. Open the Control Panel, select the Mouse  
icon and press Enter.  
2. Click the Buttons tab.  
3. Set the double-click speed as instructed and  
click OK.  
Themousepointer  
moves too fast or  
too slow  
Try changing the speed setting in the mouse  
control utility.  
1. Open the Control Panel, select the Mouse  
icon and press Enter.  
2. Click the Pointer Options tab.  
3. Set the speed as instructed and click OK.  
Themousepointer  
moveserratically  
The mouse might be dirty. Refer to your mouse  
documentations for instructions on cleaning.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
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USB  
Refer also to your USB device’s documentation.  
Problem  
Procedure  
USBdevicedoes  
not work  
Check for a firm cable connection between the  
USB ports on the computer and the USB device.  
Make sure the USB device drivers are properly  
installed. Refer to your Windows XP documenta-  
tion for information on checking the drivers.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
Memory expansion  
modules.  
Problem  
Procedure  
Beep sounds.  
Make sure the memory module installed in the  
expansion slot is compatible with the computer.  
If an incompatible module has been installed,  
follow the steps below.  
(If slot A two beeps,  
If slot B three beeps,  
If both two and three  
beeps.)  
1. Turnoffthepower.  
2. Disconnect the universal AC adaptor and all  
peripheraldevices.  
3. Remove the battery pack.  
4. Removethememorymodule.  
5. Replace the battery pack and/or connect the  
universalACadaptor.  
6. Turnonthepower.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
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Sound system  
Refer also to documentation for your audio devices.  
Problem  
Procedure  
No sound is heard  
Adjust the volume control dial.  
Check the software volume settings.  
Make sure the headphone connection is secure. If  
problems persist, contact your dealer.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
Monitor  
Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, and to your monitor’s documentation.  
Problem  
Procedure  
Monitor does not  
turnon  
Make sure that the external monitor’s power  
switch is on. Confirm that the external monitor’s  
power cable is plugged into a working power  
outlet.  
No display  
Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls  
on the external monitor.  
Press hot keys Fn + F5 to change the display  
priority and make sure it is not set for the internal  
display.  
Display error occurs  
Check that the cable connecting the external  
monitor to the computer is attached firmly.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
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Modem  
Problem  
Procedure  
Communication  
softwarecan’t  
initializemodem  
Make sure the computer’s internal modem  
settings are correct. Refer to Phone and Modem  
Properties in the Control Panel.  
You can hear a dial  
tone but can’t make  
a call  
If the call is going through a PBX machine, make  
sure the communication application’s tone dial  
detection feature is disabled.  
You can also use the ATX command. Refer to  
You place a call,  
but a connection  
can’t be made  
Make sure the settings are correct in your  
communicationsapplication.  
After making a call  
you can’t hear a ring  
Make sure the tone or pulse selection in your  
communications application is set correctly.  
You can also use the ATD command. Refer to  
Communicationis  
cut off unexpectedly  
The computer will automatically cut off  
communication when connection with the carrier  
is not successful for a set time interval. Try  
lengtheningthistimeinterval.  
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A CONNECT display  
is quickly replaced by  
NO CARRIER  
Check the error control setting in your  
communications application.  
You can also use the AT\N command. Refer to  
Characterdisplay  
becomesgarbled  
duringa  
In data transmission, make sure the parity bit  
and stop bit settings correspond with those  
of the remote computer.  
communication  
Check the flow control and communication  
protocol.  
Youcannotreceive  
an incoming call  
Check the rings before auto answer setting in  
your communications application.  
You can also use the ATS0 command. Refer to  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
LAN  
Problem  
Procedure  
Cannot access LAN  
Check for a firm cable connection between the  
LAN jack and the LAN HUB.  
Wake-up on LAN  
does not work  
Make sure the universal AC adaptor is con-  
nected. The Wake-up on LAN function consumes  
power even when the system is off.  
If problems persist, consult your LAN administra-  
tor.  
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Wireless LAN  
If the following procedures do not restore LAN access, consult your LAN adminis-  
Problem  
Procedure  
Cannot access  
Wireless LAN  
Make sure the computer’s wireless  
communication switch is set to on.  
If problems persist, contact your LAN administra-  
toror dealer.  
TV output signal  
Refer also to your Personal Conferencing Kit’s documentation.  
Problem  
Procedure  
Display on TV is poor Make sure the TV type is correct for your area:  
NTSC (US, JAPAN), PAL (Europe).  
No display  
Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls  
on the external monitor.  
Press hotkeys Fn + F5 to change the display.  
NOTE: If you turn the computer off in Standby  
mode while the display is on TV, the computer will  
select either the internal LCD or an external  
computer CRT as the display device.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
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Printer  
Refer also to the Parallel printer section in Chapter 8, Optional Devices, and to  
the troubleshooting and other relevant sections in your printer and software  
documentation.  
Problem  
Procedure  
Printer does not  
turn on.  
Check that the printer is connected to an electric  
outlet. Make sure the outlet is supplying power  
by plugging in an appliance.  
Computer/printer  
do not communicate  
Make sure the printer is turned on and is  
online (ready to use).  
Inspect the cable connecting the printer to the  
computer for damage. Make sure it is securely  
connected.  
A parallel printer connects to the parallel port.  
Make sure the port is configured correctly. Refer  
to Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords.  
Make sure your software is configured to recog-  
nize the printer. Check your printer and software  
documentation.  
Printererror  
Checkyourprinterdocumentation.  
If problems persist, contact your dealer.  
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TOSHIBA support  
If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having prob-  
lems operating the computer, you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional  
technical assistance.  
Before you call  
Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system, it  
is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Before contacting  
TOSHIBA,trythefollowing:  
Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation for software and  
peripheraldevices.  
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  
China  
TOSHIBAComputerSystems  
(Shanghai) Co., Ltd.  
Bldg.33,No.351,JinzangRoad,  
Pudong New Area,  
Shanghai,  
P.R.China201206  
TOSHIBAAustraliaPty.Ltd.  
InformationSystemsDivision  
84-92TalaveraRoad  
NorthRydeN.S.W.2113  
Sydney  
Singapore  
Canada  
TOSHIBASingaporePte.Ltd.  
438BAlexandraRoad#06-01  
AlexandraTechnopark  
Singapore119968  
TOSHIBAofCanadaLtd.  
191McNabbStreet,  
Markham,Ontario  
L3R8H2  
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Appendix A  
Specifications  
This appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specifications.  
Environmental Requirements  
Ambient  
Relative  
Conditions temperature  
humidity  
Operating 5°C(41°F)to3C(95°F)  
Non-operating -20°C(-4°F)to6C(149°F)  
ThermalGradient 20°C perhourmaximum  
Wet-bulb temperature 26°Cmaximum  
Conditions Altitude(fromsealevel)  
Operating -60to3,000meters  
20%to80%  
10%to95%  
Non-operating -60to10,000metersmaximum  
Power Requirements  
Universal AC adaptor 100-240voltsAC  
50 or 60 hertz (cycles per second)  
Computer 15VDC  
8.0amperes  
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Networkcontrolunit(NCU)  
Type of NCU AA  
Type of line Telephone line (analog only)  
Type of dialing Pulse  
Tone  
Controlcommand AT commands  
EIA-578commands  
Monitor function Computer’s speaker  
Communicationspecifications  
Communication Data:  
system Fax:  
Fullduplex  
Halfduplex  
Communication Data  
protocol  
ITU-T-Rec  
V.21/V.22/V.22bis/V.32  
(FormerCCITT)  
Bell  
/V.32bis/V.34/V.90  
103/212A  
Fax  
ITU-T-Rec  
(FormerCCITT)  
V.17/V.29/V.27ter  
/V.21ch2  
Communication Data transmission and reception  
speed 300/1200/2400/4800/7200/9600/12000/14400/  
16800/19200/21600/24000/26400/28800/31200/  
33600bps  
Data reception only with V.90  
28000/29333/30666/32000/33333/34666/36000/37333/  
38666/40000/41333/42666/44000/45333/46666/48000/  
49333/50666/52000/53333/54666/56000bps  
Fax  
2400/4800/7200/9600/12000/14400bps  
Transmittinglevel -10dBm  
Receivinglevel -10to-40dBm  
Input/output 600ohms±30%  
impedance  
Errorcorrecting MNPclass4andITU-TV.42  
Data compression MNP class 5 and ITU-T V.42bis  
Power supply +3.3V(suppliedbycomputer)  
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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  
fortheinternalLCDandexternalmonitors.  
Fourmodelsareavailable:  
14.1"XGA,1024horizontalx768verticalpixels  
15.0"XGA,1024horizontalx768verticalpixels  
15.0"SXGA+,1400horizontalx1050verticalpixels  
A high-resolution external monitor connected to the computer can display up to  
1600horizontaland1200verticalpixelsat16Mcolors.  
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)  
Video Type Resolution  
mode  
Character LCD  
CRT  
colors  
Scanning  
frequency  
Vertical (Hz)  
matrix  
(pels)  
colors  
0, 1  
2, 3  
VGA 40 x 25  
8 x 8  
16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70  
16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70  
16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70  
16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70  
16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70  
16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70  
Text  
Characters  
VGA 80 x 25  
8 x 8  
Text  
Characters  
0*, 1* VGA 40 x 25  
8 x 14  
8 x 14  
9 x 16  
9 x 16  
8 x 8  
Text  
Characters  
2*, 3* VGA 80 x 25  
Text  
Characters  
0+, 1+ VGA 40 x 25  
Text  
Characters  
2+, 3+ VGA 80 x 25  
Text  
Characters  
4, 5  
6
VGA 320 x 200  
Grph Pels  
4 of 256K  
2 of 256K  
4 of 256K  
2 of 256K  
70  
70  
VGA 640 x 200  
Grph Pels  
8 x 8  
7
VGA 80 x 25  
9 x 14  
9 x 16  
Mono  
Mono  
Mono  
Mono  
70  
70  
Text  
VGA 80 x 25  
Text Characters  
Characters  
7+  
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Table1 Video modes (VGA) continued  
Video Type Resolution  
mode  
Character LCD  
CRT  
colors  
Scanning  
frequency  
Vertical (Hz)  
matrix  
(pels)  
colors  
D
E
VGA 320 x 200  
Grph Pels  
8 x 8  
16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70  
16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70  
VGA 640 x 200  
Grph Pels  
8 x 8  
F
VGA 640 x 350  
Grph Pels  
8 x 14  
8 x 14  
Mono  
Mono  
70  
10  
VGA 640 x 350  
Grph Pels  
16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70  
11  
12  
VGA 640 x 480  
Grph Pels  
VGA 640 x 480  
Grph Pels  
8 x 16  
8 x 16  
2 of 256K  
2 of 256K  
60  
16 of 256K 16 of 256K 60  
256 of 256K 256 of 256K 70  
13  
VGA 320 x 200  
Grph Pels  
8 x 8  
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Table 2 Video modes (XGA)  
Resolution  
LCD  
CRT  
Vertical  
colors  
colors  
frequency (Hz)  
640 x 480  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
60  
75  
85  
800 x 600  
256/256K  
256/256K  
60  
75  
85  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 1024  
60  
75  
85  
256/256K  
(Virtual)  
60  
75  
85  
1600 x 1200  
640 x 480  
256/256K  
(Virtual)  
256/256K  
64K/64K  
60  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
60  
75  
85  
800 x 600  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
60  
75  
85  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 1024  
60  
75  
85  
64K/64K  
(Virtual)  
60  
75  
85  
1600 x 1200  
64K/64K  
(Virtual)  
60  
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Table 2 Video modes (XGA) continued  
Resolution  
LCD  
CRT  
Vertical  
colors  
colors  
frequency (Hz)  
640 x 480  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
60  
75  
85  
800 x 600  
60  
75  
85  
1024 x 768  
60  
75  
85  
1280 x 1024  
1600 x 1200  
16M/16M  
(Virtual)  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
60  
75  
16M/16M  
(Virtual)  
60  
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Table 3 Video modes (Super XGA+)  
Resolution  
LCD  
CRT  
Vertical  
colors  
colors  
frequency (Hz)  
640 x 480  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
60  
75  
85  
800 x 600  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
60  
75  
85  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 1024  
60  
75  
85  
60  
75  
85  
1400 x 1050  
1600 x 1200  
256/256K  
256/256K  
60  
60  
256/256K  
(Virtual)  
640 x 480  
800 x 600  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 1024  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
60  
75  
85  
60  
75  
85  
60  
75  
85  
60  
75  
85  
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Table 3 Video modes (Super XGA+) continued  
Resolution  
LCD  
CRT  
Vertical  
colors  
colors  
frequency (Hz)  
1400 x 1050  
1600 x 1200  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
60  
60  
64K/64K  
(Virtual)  
640 x 480  
800 x 600  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 1024  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
60  
75  
85  
60  
75  
85  
60  
75  
85  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
60  
75  
1400 x 1050  
1600 x 1200  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
60  
60  
16M/16M  
(Virtual)  
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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.  
+++ Escape sequence  
The escape sequence allows the modem to exit data mode and enter  
online command mode. While in online command mode, you can  
communicate directly to your modem using AT commands. Once you  
finish, you can return to data mode using the ATO command.  
A pause, the length of which is set by Escape Guard Time (S12), must  
be completed after an escape sequence is entered, This pause prevents  
the modem from interpreting the escape sequence as data.  
The value of the escape sequence character may be changed using  
registerS2.  
A/  
Repeat last command  
This command repeats the last command string entered. Do not precede  
this command with an AT prefix or conclude it by pressing Enter.  
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A
Answer command  
This command instructs the modem to go off-hook and answer an  
incomingcall.  
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.  
Selects Bell 212A when the modem is at 1200 bps (default).  
Selects V.21 when the modem is at 300 bps.  
B1  
B15  
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:  
P
T
,
Pulsedialing.  
Touch-tone dialing (default).  
Pause during dialing. Pause for time specified in Register S8  
before processing the next character in the dial string.  
W
@
Wait 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=Xcommandformoreinformation).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  
modemisincommandmode.  
E0  
E1  
Disables echo to the computer.  
Enables echo to the computer (default).  
Result Codes:  
OK n=0,1  
ERROR Otherwise  
Hn  
Hook control  
This command instructs the modem to go on-hook to disconnect a call,  
or off-hook to make the phone line busy.  
H0  
H1  
Modem goes on-hook (default).  
Modem goes off-hook.  
Result Codes:  
OK n=0,1  
ERROR Otherwise  
In  
Request ID information  
This command displays product information about the modem.  
I0  
I3  
I9  
Returns modem identity string and driver version number.  
Same as I0.  
Returns region ID in English.  
Result Codes:  
OK  
n=0,3,9  
ERROR Otherwise  
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Ln  
Monitor speaker volume  
This command sets speaker volume to low, medium, or high.  
L0  
L1  
L2  
L3  
Lowvolume.  
Lowvolume. (SameasL0)  
Mediumvolume(default).  
Highvolume.  
Result Codes:  
OK  
n=0,1,2,3  
ERROR Otherwise  
Mn  
Monitor speaker mode  
This command turns the speaker on or off.  
M0  
M1  
The speaker is off.  
The speaker is on until the modem detects the carrier signal  
(default).  
M2  
M3  
The speaker is always on when modem is off-hook.  
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 online to data mode  
O0  
O1  
O3  
Instructs the modem to exit online command mode and return  
to data mode (see AT escape sequence, +++).  
This command issues a retrain before returning to online data  
mode.  
This command issues a rate renegotiation before returning to  
online 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  
Q1  
Enables modem to send result codes to the computer (default).  
Disables modem from sending result codes to the computer.  
Result Codes:  
OK n=0,1  
ERROR Otherwise  
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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  
V1  
Displays result codes as digits.  
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.  
Command Dialtone  
detect  
Busysignal SupportedResult  
detect  
Code  
X0  
X1  
X2  
X3  
Disable  
Disable  
Enable  
Disable  
Disable  
OK, CONNECT, RING, NO CARRIER,  
ERROR  
Disable  
Disable  
Enable  
OK, RING, NO CARRIER, ERROR,  
CONNECT <RATE>  
OK, RING, NO CARRIER, ERROR,  
NODIALTONE, CONNECT <RATE>  
OK, RING, NO CARRIER, ERROR,  
BUSY, CONNECT <RATE>,  
BLACKLISTED  
X4 (default) Enable  
Enable  
OK, RING, NO CARRIER, ERROR,  
NODIALTONE, BUSY, CONNECT  
<RATE>, DELAYED, BLACKLISTED,  
REORDER, WARBLE, CALL WAITING  
DETECTED  
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Enable  
Enable  
OK, RING, NO CARRIER, ERROR,  
NODIALTONE, BUSY, CONNECT  
<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.  
Busy tone detect  
Disabled: The modem ignores any busy tones it receives.  
Enabled: The modem monitors for busy tones.  
Result Codes:  
OK  
n=0,1,2,3,4,5  
ERROR Otherwise  
Zn  
Recall stored profile  
The modem performs a soft reset and restores (recalls) the configuration  
profile according to the parameter supplied. If no parameter is specified,  
zero is assumed. Either Z0 or Z1 restores the profile.  
Result Codes:  
OK  
n=0,1  
ERROR Otherwise  
&Cn Data Carrier Detect (DCD) control  
Data Carrier Detect is a signal from the modem to the computer indicat-  
ing that a carrier signal is being received from a remote modem. DCD  
normally turns off when the modem no longer detects the carrier signal.  
&C0  
The state of the carrier from the remote modem is ignored. DCD  
circuit is always on.  
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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 communication  
software does not provide DTR to the modem  
&D1  
If the DTR signal is not detected while in online data mode, the  
modem enters command mode, issues an OK result code, and  
remains connected.  
&D2  
&D3  
If the DTR signal is not detected while in online data mode, the  
modem disconnects (default).  
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  
&G1  
&G2  
Guard tone disabled (default).  
Sets guard tone to 550 Hz.  
Sets guard tone to 1800 Hz.  
Result Codes:  
OK  
n=0,1,2  
ERROR Otherwise  
&Kn Local flow control selection  
&K0  
&K3  
&K4  
Disableflowcontrol.  
EnableCTS/RTSflowcontrol(default).  
EnableXON/XOFFflowcontrol.  
Result Codes:  
OK  
n=0,3,4  
ERROR Otherwise  
&Pn Select Pulse Dial Make/Break Ratio (WW)  
&P0  
&P1  
&P2  
Selects 39% - 61% make/break ratio at 10 pulses per second.  
Selects 33% - 67% make/break ratio at 10 pulses per second.  
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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&T1  
Abort. Stops any test in progress.  
Local analog loop. This test verifies modem operation, as well  
as the connection between the modem and computer. Any  
data entered at the local DTE is modulated, then demodulated,  
and returned to the local DTE. To work properly, the modem  
must be off-line.  
Result Codes:  
OK  
n=0  
CONNECT  
ERROR  
n=1  
Otherwise  
&V  
Display Current Configuration  
This command displays the current configuration of the modem. If  
nonvolatile memory is supported the stored profiles are displayed  
as well.  
&V  
Viewprofiles.  
&W Store current configuration  
Saves the current (active) configuration (profile), including S-Registers.  
The current configuration comprises a list of storable parameters  
illustrated in the &V command. These settings are restored to the active  
configuration upon receiving a Zn command or at power up. Refer to  
the &V command.  
&W  
Stores the current configuration.  
&Zn=x  
Store telephone number  
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.  
\N0  
\N1  
\N2  
Buffermode. Noerrorcontrol.  
Directmode.  
MNP or disconnect mode. The modem attempts to connect  
using MNP2-4 error control procedures. If this fails, the modem  
disconnects.  
This is also known as MNP reliable mode.  
V.42,MNP,orbuffered(default).  
\N3  
\N4  
The modem attempts to connect in V.42 error control mode. If  
this fails, it attempts to connect in MNP mode. If this fails, it  
connects in buffer mode and continues operation. This is also  
known as V.42/MNP auto reliable mode (same as &Q5).  
V.42 or disconnect. The modem attempts to connect in V.42  
error control mode. If this fails, the modem disconnects.  
\N5  
\N7  
V.42. MNP or buffered (same as \N3).  
V.42. MNP or buffered (same as \N3).  
Result Codes:  
OK  
n=0,1,2,3,4,5,7  
ERROR Otherwise  
\Qn Local flow control selection  
\Q0  
\Q1  
\Q3  
Disableflowcontrol.  
XON/XOFFsoftwareflowcontrol.  
CTS/RTStoDTE(default).  
Result Codes:  
OK  
n=0,1,3  
ERROR Otherwise  
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\Vn Protocol result code  
\V0  
\V1  
Disable protocol result code appended to DCE speed.  
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. Online changes do not take effect until a disconnect  
occurs first.  
%C0  
%C3  
V.42bis/MNP 5 disabled. No data compression.  
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, how-  
ever, 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  
S2  
Ring counter  
This register is read only. The value of S1 is incremented with each ring.  
If no ring occurs over a six-second interval, this register is cleared.  
Range: 0-225  
Default: 0  
Units: rings  
AT escape character (user defined)  
This register determines the ASCII values used for an escape sequence.  
The default is the + character. The escape sequence allows the modem  
to exit data mode and enter command mode when online. 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(carriagereturn)  
Units: ASCII  
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S4  
S5  
Response formatting character (user defined)  
This register determines the ASCII value used as the line feed character.  
The modem uses a line feed character in command mode when it  
responds to the computer.  
Range: 0-127,ASCIIdecimal  
Default: 10(linefeed)  
Units: ASCII  
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 command  
is enabled, the modem echoes back to the local DTE the backspace  
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 (answer). 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  
theWdialmodifier.  
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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S37 Dial line rate  
S37=0(default)  
S37=1  
maximummodemspeed  
reserved  
S37=2  
1200/75bps  
300 bps  
S37=3  
S37=4  
reserved  
S37=5  
1200bps  
S37=6  
2400bps  
S37=7  
4800bps  
S37=8  
7200bps  
S37=9  
9600bps  
S37=10  
S37=11  
S37=12  
S37=13  
S37=14  
S37=15  
S37=16  
S37=17  
S37=18  
S37=19  
12000bps  
14400bps  
16800bps  
19200bps  
21600bps  
24000bps  
26400bps  
28800bps  
31200bps  
33600bps  
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AT command set result codes  
The following table shows the result codes.  
The result code summary  
ResultCode  
OK  
Numeric  
Description  
0
1
2
3
Commandexecuted  
CONNECT  
RING  
Modem connected to line  
A ring signal has been detected  
NOCARRIER  
Modem lost carrier signal, or does  
not detect carrier signal, or does  
not detect answer tone  
ERROR  
4
Invalidcommand  
CONNECT1200EC*1  
NODIALTONE  
5
Connection at 1200 bps  
No dial tone detected  
Busy signal detected  
No quiet answer  
6
BUSY  
7
NOANSWER  
8
CONNECT2400EC*1  
CONNECT4800EC*1  
CONNECT9600EC*1  
CONNECT14400EC*1  
CONNECT19200EC*1  
CONNECT7200EC*1  
CONNECT12000EC*1  
CONNECT16800EC*1  
CONNECT300EC*1  
CONNECT21600EC*1  
CONNECT24000EC*1  
CONNECT26400EC*1  
CONNECT28800EC*1  
CONNECT31200EC*1  
CONNECT33600EC*1  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
24  
25  
86  
40  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
Connection at 2400 bps  
Connection at 4800 bps  
Connection at 9600 bps  
Connection at 14400 bps  
Connection at 19200 bps  
Connection at 7200 bps  
Connection at 12000 bps  
Connection at 16800 bps  
Connection at 300 bps  
Connection at 21600 bps  
Connection at 24000 bps  
Connection at 26400 bps  
Connection at 28800 bps  
Connection at 31200 bps  
Connection at 33600 bps  
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ResultCode  
Numeric  
Description  
DELAYED*2  
88  
Delay is in effect for the dialed  
number  
BLACKLISTED*2  
89  
90  
Dialednumberisblacklisted  
Blacklistisfull  
BLACKLISTFULL*2  
*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  
Function  
Transmissionspeed  
DataV.90  
From 56K (maximum) to 28Kbps (minimum)  
Receptiononly  
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Table E-1 Result codes for a V.90 connection  
No.  
Result code  
Description  
70  
CONNECT 32000 EC*  
Connection at 32000 bps  
72  
74  
76  
78  
80  
CONNECT 36000 EC*  
CONNECT 40000 EC*  
CONNECT 44000 EC*  
CONNECT 48000 EC*  
CONNECT 52000 EC*  
Connection at 36000 bps  
Connection at 40000 bps  
Connection at 44000 bps  
Connection at 48000 bps  
Connection at 52000 bps  
82  
CONNECT 56000 EC*  
CONNECT 28000 EC*  
CONNECT 29333 EC*  
CONNECT 30666 EC*  
CONNECT 33333 EC*  
CONNECT 34666 EC*  
CONNECT 37333 EC*  
CONNECT 38666 EC*  
CONNECT 41333 EC*  
CONNECT 42666 EC*  
CONNECT 45333 EC*  
CONNECT 46666 EC*  
CONNECT 49333 EC*  
CONNECT 50666 EC*  
CONNECT 53333 EC*  
CONNECT 54666 EC*  
Connection at 56000 bps  
Connection at 28000 bps  
Connection at 29333 bps  
Connection at 30666 bps  
Connection at 33333 bps  
Connection at 34666 bps  
Connection at 37333 bps  
Connection at 38666 bps  
Connection at 41333 bps  
Connection at 42666 bps  
Connection at 45333 bps  
Connection at 46666 bps  
Connection at 49333 bps  
Connection at 50666 bps  
Connection at 53333 bps  
Connection at 54666 bps  
100  
101  
102  
103  
104  
105  
106  
107  
108  
109  
110  
111  
112  
113  
114  
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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.  
V42bis V.42 error control and V.42bis data compression  
V42 V.42errorcontrolonly  
NoEC No error control protocol  
AT Command  
-V90=* V.90DialLineRate  
-V90setsthemaximumV.90downstreamthatthemodemattemptsto  
connect.  
-V90=0 V.90 disabled  
-V90=1 V.90enabled:automaticspeedselection-maximummodemspeed  
(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.  
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. Remove one screw securing the Hard Disk Drive cover.  
5. Pull the guide (plastic tab) toward the direction shown by arrow, then lift the  
HDD. Be careful not to damage the connector.  
6. Remove two screws, which you use later to secure the modem board.  
7. Connect the modem board cable and seat the modem board.  
8. Secure the modem board with two screws removed in step 6.  
9. Secure the cover with one screw.  
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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 any other peripheral device.  
3. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack.  
4. Remove one screw securing the Hard Disk Drive cover.  
5. Pull the guide (plastic tab) toward the direction shown by arrow, then lift the  
HDD. Be careful not to damage the connector.  
6. Remove two screws and remove the modem board.  
7. Disconnect the modem cable.  
8. Secure the modem cover with one screw.  
9. Install the battery pack.  
Refer to the installation procedures for details.  
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Appendix G  
Wireless LAN  
This appendix is intended to help you get your Wireless LAN network up and  
running,withaminimumofparameters.  
Card specifications  
FormFactor  
n MiniPCITypeIII  
Capability  
n IEEE 802.11 Standard for Wireless LANS  
n Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wi-Fi  
Alliance. The “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED” logo is a  
certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.  
Network  
Operating  
System  
n MicrosoftWindows®Networking  
Media Access  
Protocol  
n CSMA/CA(CollisionAvoidance)with  
Acknowledgment(ACK)  
DataRate  
n 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6Mb/s(RevisionA)  
n 11/5.5/2/1 Mb/s (Revision B)  
n 108/96/72/48/36/24/18/12Mb/s(TurboMode)  
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 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz band, local radio regulations may impose a  
number of limitations to the use of wireless communication equipment.  
NOTE: Refer to the sheet Information to the User for regulatory informa-  
tion that may apply in your country/region.  
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R-FFrequency  
n Band5GHz(5150-5850MHz)(RevisionA,  
TurboMode)  
n Band2.4GHz(2400-2483.5MHz)(Revision  
B)  
ModulationTechnique  
n DSSS-CCK, DSSS-DQPSK, DSSS-  
DBPSK(RevisionB)  
n OFDM-BPSK,OFDM-QPSK,OFDM-  
16QAM,OFDM-64QAM(RevisionA,Turbo  
Mode)  
The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of the wireless  
communication. Communicationsatlowertransmitrangemaytravellargerdis-  
tances.  
The range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are  
placed near metal surfaces and solid high-density materials.  
Range is also affected by "obstacles" in the signal path of the radio signals  
that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal.  
Supported frequency sub-bands  
Subject to the radio regulations that apply in your country/region, your Wireless  
LAN card may support a different set of 5 GHz/2.4 GHz channels.  
Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for information  
about the radio regulations that apply in your country/region.  
Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (Revision B)  
ChannelID  
FrequencyRange2400-2472MHz  
1
2
2412  
2417  
2422  
2427  
2432  
2437  
2442  
2447  
2452  
2457*  
2462  
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
* Factory-set default channels  
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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)  
ChannelID  
36  
FrequencyRange5150-5850MHz  
Note  
5180  
5200  
5220  
5240  
5260  
5280  
5300  
5320  
5745  
5765  
5785  
5805  
40  
44  
48  
52  
56  
60  
64  
149  
153  
157  
161  
US only *1  
US only *1  
US only *1  
US only *1  
*1:AvailableArea:US(USA,CANADA)only  
Wireless Channels Sets (Turbo Mode)  
ChannelID  
FrequencyRange5150-5850MHz  
Note  
42  
50  
5210  
5250  
5290  
5760  
5800  
US only *1  
US only *1  
US only *1  
US only *1  
US only *1  
58  
152  
160  
*1:AvailableArea:US(USA,CANADA)only  
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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:  
Length:  
Minimum2meters  
Minimum0.75mm2  
Minimum2.5amperes  
Wiresize:  
Currentrating:  
Voltagerating:  
125or250VAC  
(depending on country/region’s power standards)  
Certificationagencies  
U.S. and Canada: UL listed and CSA certified  
No. 18 AWG, Type SVT or SPT-2 two conductor  
Europe:  
Austria:  
OVE  
Italy:  
IMQ  
Belgium:  
Denmark:  
Finland:  
France:  
CEBEC  
DEMKO  
SETI  
The Netherlands:  
Norway:  
KEMA  
NEMKO  
SEMKO  
SEV  
Sweden:  
UTE  
Switzerland:  
UnitedKingdom:  
Germany:  
VDE  
BSI  
Australia:  
Japan:  
AS  
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.  
USA and Canada  
United Kingdom  
UL approved  
BS approved  
CSA approved  
Australia  
Europe  
Approved by the  
AS approved  
appropriate agency  
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Parts Numbers  
The computer configuration and parts numbers, printed on a label on the bottom of  
thecomputer,indicatetheCPU,LCD,memory,HDD,ODDandcommunication  
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.  
CPU DT  
Pentium4  
LCD  
Memory  
HDD  
ODD  
Communicaiton  
2.53G* P4-2.53 14" TFT-XGA  
14X 256MB  
15X 256MB+256MB 512M  
P4-2.80 15" TFT-SXGA+ 15+ 512MB 512M  
256M  
30G 30 CD-RW/DVD-ROM RW/DV 802.11b  
WLb  
2.66G  
2.80G  
3.06G  
P4-2.66 15" TFT-XGA  
40G 40 DVD-R/-RW  
60G 60 DVD Multi  
80G 80  
DVR  
DRM  
802.11a/b combo WLab  
P4-3.06  
512MB+256MB 768M  
512MB+512MB 1024M  
* Figures indicate the CPU operating speed in gigahertz. For example, P4-2.53 means Intel® Pentium® 4 processor  
2.53 GHz.  
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The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming  
is included for reference.  
DVD-ROM:DigitalVersatileDisc  
Abbreviations  
Read Only Memory  
AC: alternating current  
DVD-RW:DigitalVersatileDiscRead/  
Write  
AGP: accelerated graphics port  
ANSI: American National Standards  
Institute  
ECP: extended capabilities port  
FDD: floppy disk drive  
APM: advanced power manager  
FIR: fastinfrared  
ASCII: AmericanStandardCodefor  
Information Interchange  
GB: gigabyte  
HDD: hard disk drive  
BIOS: basic input output system  
IDE: integrated drive electronics  
CD-ROM: CompactDisc-ReadOnly  
Memory  
I/O: input/output  
CD-RW: CompactDisc-Read/Write  
IrDA: Infrared Data Association  
IRQ: interrupt request  
KB: kilobyte  
CMOS: complementarymetal-oxide  
semiconductor  
CPU: central processing unit  
CRT: cathode ray tube  
LCD: liquid crystal display  
LED: lightemittingdiode  
LSI: large scale integration  
MB: megabyte  
DC: direct current  
DDC: display data channel  
DMA: directmemoryaccess  
DOS: disk operating system  
DVD:digitalversatiledisc  
OCR: optical character recognition  
(reader)  
PCB: printed circuit board  
DVD-R:DigitalVersatileDiscRecord-  
PCI: peripheral component intercon-  
able  
nect  
DVD-RAM:DigitalVersatileDisc  
RAM: random access memory  
Random Access Memory  
RGB: red, green, and blue  
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adaptor  
alphanumeric: Keyboardcharacters  
including letters, numbers and other  
symbols, such as punctuation marks or  
mathematicalsymbols.  
(Abbreviationscontinued)  
ROM: readonlymemory  
RTC: realtimeclock  
SCSI: small computer system  
interface  
alternatingcurrent(AC): Electric  
current that reverses its direction of  
flow at regular intervals.  
SIO: serial input/output  
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.  
SXGA+: super extended graphics  
array plus  
TFT: thin-filmtransistor  
UART: universal asynchronous  
receiver/transmitter  
USB: UniversalSerialBus  
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.  
VESA: VideoElectronicStandards  
Association  
VGA: video graphics array  
VRT: voltage reduction technology  
XGA: extended graphics array  
antistatic: A material used to prevent  
the buildup of static electricity.  
A
application: A group of programs  
that together are used for a specific  
task such as accounting, financial  
planning, spreadsheets, word process-  
ing and games.  
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.  
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.  
allocate: To assign a space or  
function for a specific task.  
async: Short for asynchronous.  
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cache memory  
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.  
asynchronous: Lackingregulartime  
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.  
bps: Bits per second. Typically used  
to describe the data transmission  
speed of a modem.  
B
buffer: The portion of the computer’s  
memorywheredataistemporarily  
stored. Buffers often compensate for  
differences in the rate of flow from one  
device to another.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
C
cachememory: Highspeedmemory  
which stores data that increases  
processor speed and data transfer rate.  
When the CPU reads data from main  
memory, it stores a copy of this data in  
cache memory. The next time the CPU  
needs that same data, it looks for it in  
the cache memory rather than the main  
memory, which saves time. The  
computer has two cache levels. Level  
one is incorporated into the processor  
and level two resides in external  
memory.  
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.  
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capacity  
capacity: The amount of data that can  
be stored on a magnetic storage  
cold start: Starting a computer that is  
currently off (turning on the power).  
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),  
whereoneMB=1024KB.  
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.  
card: Synonym for board. See board.  
CardBus: An industry standard bus  
for32-bitPCcards.  
communications: The means by  
which a computer transmits and  
receives data to and from another  
computer or device. See parallel  
interface;serialinterface.  
CD-ROM: ACompactDisc-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.  
compatibility: 1)Theabilityofone  
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.  
CD-RW: ACompactDisc-Read/Write  
disc can be rewritten many times.  
character: Any letter, number,  
punctuation mark, or symbol used by  
the computer. Also synonymous with  
byte.  
components: Elements or parts (of a  
system) which make up the whole  
(system).  
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.  
computer program: Asetofinstruc-  
tions written for a computer that  
enable it to achieve a desired result.  
computer system: Acombinationof  
hardware,software,firmware,and  
peripheral components assembled to  
process data into useful information.  
CMOS: ComplementaryMetal-Oxide  
Semiconductor. An electronic circuit  
fabricated on a silicon wafer that  
requires very little power. Integrated  
circuitsimplementedinCMOS  
technology can be tightly packaged  
and are highly reliable.  
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dialog box  
configuration: Thespecificcompo-  
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.  
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.  
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).  
DC: Direct Current. Electric current  
that flows in one direction. This type  
of power is usually supplied by  
batteries.  
co-processor: A circuit built into the  
processor that is dedicated to intensive  
math calculations.  
default: The parameter value  
automatically selected by the system  
when you or the program do not  
provide instructions. Also called a  
preset value.  
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.  
delete: To remove data from a disk or  
other data storage device. Synony-  
mous with erase.  
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.  
devicedriver: Aprogramthat  
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.  
cursor: A small, blinking rectangle or  
line that indicates the current position  
on the display screen.  
dialog box: A window that accepts  
user input to make system settings or  
record other information.  
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disk drive  
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.  
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.  
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.  
DVD-RW: ACompactDisc-Read/  
Write disc can be rewritten many  
times.  
display: A CRT, LCD, or other image  
producing device used to view  
computer output.  
E
documentation: The set of manuals  
and/or other instructions written for the echo: To send back a reflection of the  
transmitted data to the sending  
users of a computer system or applica-  
tion. Computer system documentation  
typically includes procedural and  
tutorial information as well as system  
functions.  
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.  
driver: A software program, generally  
part of the operating system, that  
controls a specific piece of hardware  
(frequently a peripheral device such as erase: See delete.  
a printer or mouse).  
escape: 1) A code ( ASCII code 27),  
DVD-R: ADigitalVersatileDisc-  
Recordable disk can be written once  
and read many times.  
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.  
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folder: An icon in Windows used to  
store documents or other folders.  
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.  
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.  
execute: To interpret and execute an  
instruction.  
function keys: The keys labeled F1  
through F12 that tell the computer to  
perform certain functions.  
ExtendedCapabilityPort:Anindustry  
standard that provides a data buffer,  
switchable forward and reverse data  
transmission, and run length encoding  
(RLE)support.  
G
gigabyte (GB): A unit of data storage  
equal to 1024 megabytes. See also  
megabyte.  
F
fast infrared: An industry standard  
that enables cableless infrared serial  
data transfer at speeds of up to 4  
Mbps.  
graphics: Drawings, pictures, or other  
images, such as charts or graphs, to  
present information.  
file: A collection of related informa-  
tion; a file can contain data, programs,  
or both.  
H
firmware: A set of instructions built  
into the hardware which controls and  
directs a microprocessor’s activities.  
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.  
fixed disk: See hard disk.  
floppy disk: See diskette.  
harddiskdrive(HDD): Anelectro-  
mechanical device that reads and  
writes a hard disk. See also hard disk.  
floppy disk drive (FDD): An electro-  
mechanical device that reads and  
writes to floppy disks. See also  
diskette.  
hardware: Thephysicalelectronic  
and mechanical components of a  
computer system: typically, the  
computer itself, external disk drives,  
etc. See also software and firmware.  
Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA utility that lets  
you assign functions to hot keys.  
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hertz: A unit of wave frequency that  
equals one cycle per second.  
instruction: Statements or commands  
that specify how to perform a particu-  
lar task.  
hexadecimal: Thebase16numbering  
system composed of the digits 0  
through 9 and the letters A, B, C, D, E,  
and F.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
HWSetup:ATOSHIBAutilitythat  
lets you set the parameters for various  
hardware components.  
I/O devices: Equipment used to  
communicate with the computer and  
transfer data to and from it.  
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.  
IrDA 1.1: An industry standard that  
enables cableless infrared serial data  
transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps.  
infraredport: Acablelesscommuni-  
cations port capable of using infrared  
signals to send serial data.  
K
K: TakenfromtheGreekwordkilo,  
meaning 1000; often used as equiva-  
lent to 1024, or 2 raised to the 10th  
power. See also byte and kilobyte.  
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.  
KB: See kilobyte.  
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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.  
M
mainboard: Seemotherboard.  
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.  
kilobyte (KB): A unit of data storage  
equal to 1024 bytes. See also byte  
and megabyte.  
menu: A software interface that  
displays a list of options on the  
screen. Also called a screen.  
L
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.  
level 2 cache: See cache.  
LightEmittingDiode(LED): A  
semiconductor device that emits light  
when a current is applied.  
mode: A method of operation, for  
example, the boot mode, standby  
mode or the hibernation mode.  
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  
liquidcrystal.  
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.  
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.  
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motherboard  
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  
mainboard.  
O
OCR: OpticalCharacterRecognition  
(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.  
MP3: An audio compression standard  
that enables high-quality transmission  
and real-time playback of sound files.  
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.  
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.  
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  
somemagneticmedia.  
nonvolatilememory: Memory,usually  
read-only (ROM), that is capable of  
permanentlystoringinformation.  
Turning the computer’s power off  
does not alter data stored in nonvola-  
tilememory.  
P
numerickeypadoverlay:Afeature  
that allows you to use certain keys on  
the keyboard to perform numeric entry,  
or to control cursor and page move-  
ment.  
parallel interface: Refers to a type of  
information exchange that transmits  
information one byte (8 bits) at a time.  
See also serial interface.  
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prompt  
port: The electrical connection  
parity: 1)Thesymmetricalrelation-  
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.  
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.  
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. Seepixel.  
program: A set of instructions a  
computer can execute that enables it  
to achieve a desired result. See also  
application.  
peripheralcomponentinterconnect:  
An industry standard 32-bit bus.  
prompt: A message the computer  
provides indicating it is ready for or  
requires information or an action from  
you.  
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.  
plugandplay: Acapabilitywith  
Windows that enables the system to  
automatically recognize connections  
of external devices and make the  
necessary configurations in the  
computer.  
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Radio frequency interference (RFI) shield  
ROM: Read Only Memory: A  
R
nonvolatilememorychipmanufac-  
tured to contain information that  
controls the computer’s basic  
operation. You cannot access or  
change information stored in ROM.  
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.  
S
SCSI:SmallComputerSystem  
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.  
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.  
SIO: Serial Input/Output. The  
electronic methodology used in serial  
data transmission.  
restart: Resetting a computer without  
turning it off (also called “warm boot”  
or “soft reset”). See also boot.  
soft key: Key combinations that  
emulate keys on the IBM keyboard,  
change some configuration options,  
stop program execution, and access  
the numeric keypad overlay.  
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.  
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.  
RJ11: A modular telephone jack.  
RJ45: A modular LAN jack.  
stop bit: One or more bits of a byte  
that follow the transmitted character  
or group codes in asynchronous serial  
communications.  
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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.  
U
Universal Serial Bus: This serial  
interface lets you communicate with  
several devices connected in a chain  
to a single port on the computer.  
synchronous: Having a constant time  
interval between successive bits,  
characters or events.  
V
VGA:VideoGraphicsArrayisan  
industry standard video adaptor that  
lets you run any popular software.  
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.  
volatilememory: Randomaccess  
memory (RAM) that stores information  
as long as power is supplied to the  
computer.  
W
T
warm start: Restarting or resetting a  
terminal: Atypewriter-likekeyboard  
and CRT display screen connected to  
the computer for data input/output.  
computer without turning it off.  
window: A portion of the screen that  
can display its own application,  
TFT: Thin-filmtransistor,a colorLCD  
technology that applies individual  
transistors to each pixel enabling fine  
display control and excellent screen  
legibility.  
document or dialog box. Often used to  
mean a Microsoft Windows window.  
Wireless LAN: Local Area Network  
(LAN)throughwirelesscommunica-  
tion.  
Touch Pad: A pointing device  
integrated into the TOSHIBA com-  
puter palm rest.  
writeprotection: Amethodfor  
protecting a diskette (floppy disk) from  
accidental erasure.  
TTL: Transistor-transistor logic. A  
logic circuit design that uses switch-  
ing transistors for gates and storage.  
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Index  
vents  
CPU, See Processor  
A
AC adaptor, See Universal AC adaptor  
B
D
Battery  
DVD Multi drive 1-4, See also Optical  
mediadrives  
Opticalmediadrives  
C
also Optical media drives  
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E
Headphone jack, See Sound system  
Heat dispersal, See Cooling  
Equipment setup  
Ergonomics  
Expansionmemory,SeeMemory  
F
Fn + Ctrl (enhanced keyboard simula-  
I
Indicators  
G
Instant security, See Hot keys  
Interfaces, See Ports  
H
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K
Microphone jack, See Sound system  
temporarily using normal keyboard  
temporarily using overlay (overlay  
N
L
Numeric keypad, See Keypad overlay  
O
entries for each drive type  
LCD, See Display, Video modes and  
Monitorexternal  
Level 2 cache, See Cache memory  
Line-in jack, See Sound system  
Lock security, See Security lock  
Overlay, See Keypad overlay  
P
Panel power on/off, See Power  
Parallel port, See Ports, parallel and  
Printer  
Password  
M
Media care  
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Pointing device, See Touch Pad  
Ports  
Power  
Printer  
R
Real time clock battery, See battery  
S
Problems  
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