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- Page 2 TOSHIBA A100 Series Copyright © 2006 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
- Page 3 TOSHIBA A100 Series Trademarks IBM is a registered trademark, and IBM PC and PS/2 are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Intel, Intel SpeedStep and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries/regions.
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Page 4: Safety Instructions
TOSHIBA A100 Series Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your computer. When Using Your Computer Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the base resting directly on your body. With extended operation, heat can potentially build up in the base. - Page 5 TOSHIBA A100 Series EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares, that the product: PSAA** conforms to the following Standards: This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives, notably Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/ 336/EEC for the notebook and the electronic accessories including the...
- Page 6 TOSHIBA A100 Series 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.
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Page 7: Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions
TOSHIBA A100 Series Optical disc drive safety instructions The optical disc drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read the manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. -
Page 8: Important Notice
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional battery pack. Use of wrong battery could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. User’s Manual viii... - Page 9 Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA A100 Series computer. This powerful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing. This manual tells how to set up and begin using your A100 Series computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.
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Page 10: Manual Contents
TOSHIBA A100 Series 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. - Page 11 TOSHIBA A100 Series Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight terms and operating procedures. Abbreviations On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only Memory (ROM).
- Page 12 TOSHIBA A100 Series Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below. Pay attention! A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment.
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Page 13: General Precautions
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 impared performance. Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual. - Page 14 For optimum performance, use your computer product only under recommended conditions. Read additional restrictions in bundled documents. Contact TOSHIBA Service and Support for more information. Non-applicable Icons Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product series.
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Page 15: Copy Protection
TOSHIBA A100 Series Wireless LAN/Atheros For 802.11a, b and g The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment, obstacles, access point design and configuration, and client design and software/hardware configurations. -
Page 16: Main Memory Disclaimer
TOSHIBA A100 Series LCD Brightness and Eye Strain Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device. We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes. -
Page 17: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Preface General Precautions Introduction Chapter 1 Equipment checklist........1-1 Features. - Page 18 Operating Basics Chapter 4 Using the Touch Pad ........4-1 Connecting 3 1/2"...
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Page 20: Equipment Checklist
Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre- installed by TOSHIBA. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packing materials for future use. - Page 21 TOSHIBA Power Saver ■ TOSHIBA User’s Manual ■ TOSHIBA Assist ■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree ■ TOSHIBA Touch and Launch ■ TOSHIBA Touch Pad On/Off Utility ■ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool ■ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ■ TOSHIBA Controls ■ TOSHIBA Virtual Sound ■...
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Page 22: Features
Introduction Features The computer uses TOSHIBA’s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI), Comple-mentary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage, and high reliability. This computer incorporates the following features and benefits: Processor ® ®... - Page 23 Introduction Disks Hard disk drive The computer has an integrated, 2 1/2" hard disk drive (HDD) for nonvolatile storage of data and software. It comes in the following sizes. 40.0 GB (37.26 billion bytes) 60.0 GB (55.89 billion bytes) 80.0 GB (74.52 billion bytes) 100.0 GB (93.15 billion bytes) 120.0 GB (111.78 billion bytes) Diskette drive...
- Page 24 Introduction DVD Super Multi Some models are equipped with a full-size (+-R Double Layer) DVD Super Multi (+- R Double Layer) drive drive module that lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well s run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor.
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Page 25: Pointing Device
Introduction 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 Thin-film transistor color LCD is available in four sizes: 15.0" XGA, 1024 horizontal × 768 vertical pixels 15.0"... - Page 26 Introduction Ports (depending on configuration) Headphone Enables connection of a stereo headphone. Microphone Enables connection of a monaural microphone. External monitor 15-pin, analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B compatible functions. Universal Serial Bus Universal Serial Bus (USB) enables chain (USB 2.0) connection of a number of USB-equipped devices to one port on your computer.
- Page 27 Introduction The computer is equipped with a LAN card that supports Ethernet LAN (10 Mbit/s, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s, 100BASE-TX) or Giga-bit. It is preinstalled as a standard device in some markets. (depend on model you purchased). Some computers in this series are equipped with Wireless LAN a Wireless LAN mini-PCI card that is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct...
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Page 28: Special Features
Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use. Hotkeys Key combinations let you quickly modify the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system configuration program. - Page 29 You can specify the setting in the "When I close the lid" item of the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver. Low battery...
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Page 30: Utilities
For details on operations, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or readme.txt files. TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that provides easy access to help and services. TOSHIBA Power To access this power savings management... - Page 31 Diagnostic Tool information on PC, and the test of built-in devices can also be performed. You can boot TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool from the menu bar as follows: [Start] - [All Programs] - [TOSHIBA] - [Utilities] - [PC Diagnostic Tool]...
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Page 32: Options
(Internet default browser and CD/DVD are assigned to each button by default). TOSHIBA Vitrtual TOSHIBA Virtual Sound works as the audio filter Sound using SRS TruSurround XT SRS WOW HD and SRS Circle Surround Xtract functions procided by SRS labs, Inc. -
Page 33: Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer. An asterisk * indicates a optional feature that is dependant on the model purchased. Front with the display closed The figure below shows the computer’s front with its display panel in the closed position. -
Page 34: Left Side
The Grand Tour Headphone jack A standard 3.5 mm mini headphone jack enables connection of a stereo headphone (16 ohm minimum) or other device for audio output. When you connect headphones, the internal speaker is automatically disabled. Volume control Use this dial to adjust the volume of the system speaker and headphones. -
Page 35: Right Side
The Grand Tour When multiple IEEE1394 devices are connected to a PC, the devices may ® not correctly be identified. This problem may occur when Windows XP is restarted while the devices are connected or when the power to the IEEE1394 devices is turned on before the PC is turned on. -
Page 36: Back Side
The Grand Tour Security lock slot A security cable attaches to this slot. The optional security cable anchors your computer to a desk or other large object to deter theft. 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 telephone line. -
Page 37: Underside
Power and Power-Up Modes, describes how to access the battery pack. Additional battery packs can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer to extend the computer’s battery operating time. Battery pack lock Slide the battery pack lock to unlocked position to free the battery latch. -
Page 38: Front With The Display Open
The Grand Tour Front with the display open The figure below shows the front of the computer with the display open. To open the display, slide the display latch on the front of the computer and lift the display up. Position the display at a comfortable viewing angle. Display screen Display Hinge Display Hinge... -
Page 39: Av Buttons
Pressing this button in the power-on or standby conditions will launch Windows Media Player/WinDVD. When you use Express Media Player, please assign the CD/DVD button to “CD/DVD” in TOSHIBA Controls Properties. Play/Pause button Press this button to begin or pause play on Express Media Player. -
Page 40: System Indicators
The Grand Tour STOP Press this button to stop play. Previous button Press this button to advance to the previous track, chapter or data. Next button Press this button to advance to the next track, chapter or data. System indicators Figure below shows the system indicators, which light when various computer operations are in progress. -
Page 41: Keyboard Indicators
The Grand Tour Keyboard indicators The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and the CapsLock indicator. When the F10 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you enter numbers. When the F11 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you control the cursor. -
Page 42: Usb Diskette Drive
The Grand Tour 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 USB diskette drive Disk-In-Use This indicator lights when the diskette is being Indicator accessed. -
Page 43: Optical Media Drive
This section describes the types of writable CD/DVD discs. Check the specifications of your drive and the type of discs it can write. Use RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA to write compact discs. ■ CD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed. - Page 44 The Grand Tour Formats CD-RW//DVD-ROM drive The full-size, CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive module lets you record data to a rewritable CD as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. The drive supports the following formats: ■...
- Page 45 The Grand Tour DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer) drive The full-size DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer) drive module lets you record data to a rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. The DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer) drive support the following formats: ■...
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Page 46: Ac Adaptor
Use only the AC adaptor supplied with the computer or an AC adaptor certified by TOSHIBA. Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. The output rating for the computer is 19 volts DC. -
Page 47: Chapter 3 Getting Started
Chapter 3 Getting Started This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer. It covers the following topics: ■ Setting up your work space — for your health and safety Be sure also to read Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. This guide, which is included with the computer, explains product liability. -
Page 48: Setting Up Your Work Space
Getting Started 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. -
Page 49: Seating And Posture
Getting Started ■ If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height and distance as the computer. Seating and posture The height of your chair in relation to the computer and keyboard as well as the support it gives your body are primary factors in reducing work strain. Refer to the following tips and to figure below. -
Page 50: Work Habits
Getting Started Work habits A key to avoiding discomfort or injury from repetitive strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your 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. -
Page 51: Connecting The Ac Adaptor
Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes. Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. The output rating for the computer is 15 volts DC. -
Page 52: Opening The Display
Getting Started Opening the display The display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing. 1. Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to the right to unlatch the display panel. 2. Lift the panel up and adjust it to the best viewing angle for you. When you open the display, hold it with both hands and lift up slowly. -
Page 53: Starting Up For The First Time
Getting Started Starting up for the first time When you first turn on the power, the computer’s initial screen is the ® Microsoft Windows XP Startup Screen Logo. Follow the on-screen directions. Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of the following modes: Shut down (Boot), Hibernation or Standby mode. -
Page 54: Starting Hibernation
For the computer to shut down in Hibernation Mode, this feature must be enabled in two places: the Hibernate tab in Power Options and Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver. If you do not configure this feature, the computer will shut down in Standby mode - if battery power becomes depleted, data saved in Standby mode will be lost. -
Page 55: Standby Mode
2. Close the display panel. This feature must be enabled. Refer to the Setup Action tab in Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel. ® In Windows XP, open Performance and Maintenance and open TOSHIBA Power Saver. User’s Manual... -
Page 56: Restarting The Computer
Panel. ® In Windows XP, 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. ■ When the computer is shut down in standby mode, the power indicator glows orange. -
Page 57: Restoring The Preinstalled Software From The Product Recovery Media
Restoring TOSHIBA utilities and drivers If Windows is working properly, individual drivers or applications can be separately restored. The TOSHIBA Tools & Utilities folder (C:\TOOLSCD) contains drivers and applications, which are included with your computer system. If your system drivers or applications have become damaged in some way, you can reinstall most of the components from this folder. -
Page 58: Chapter 4 Operating Basics
Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the Touch Pad, USB diskette drive, optical media drives, the microphone, the internal modem, wireless communication and LAN. It also provides tips on caring for your computer, diskettes and CD/DVDs. Using the Touch Pad To use the Touch Pad, simply touch and move your finger tip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go. -
Page 59: Connecting 3 1/2" Diskette Drive
Operating Basics Touch Pad Touch Pad Control Buttons Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons Connecting 3 1/2" diskette drive To connect the drive, plug the diskette drive connector into a USB port. Refer to the figure below. Make sure the connector is right side up and properly aligned with the socket. -
Page 60: Disconnecting 3 1/2" Diskette Drive
Operating Basics 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. 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. -
Page 61: Loading Discs
Operating Basics Loading discs To load CD/DVDs, follow the steps below and refer to figures below. 1. a. When the power is on, press the DVD-ROM eject button to open the drawer slightly. Eject button Pressing the DVD-ROM eject button b. - Page 62 Operating Basics 2. Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened. Pulling the drawer open 3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the drawer. Inserting a CD/DVD When the drawer is fully opened, the edge of the computer will extend slightly over the CD/DVD tray.
- Page 63 Operating Basics 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. Closing the DVD-ROM drawer User’s Manual...
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Page 64: Removing Discs
Operating Basics Removing discs To remove the CD/DVD, follow the steps below and refer to figure below. Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the DVD-ROM drive. Wait for the optical media drive indicator to go out before you open the drawer. -
Page 65: Av Button Function
Operating Basics AV Button function Some models are provided with AV Buttons.This section describes the button function. AV Button Windows mode Express Media Player mode Icon AV Button *CD/DVD (WinDVD5) (WMP10) CD/DVD Detect and Detect and Detect and Detect and activate media activate media activate... -
Page 66: Writing Cd/Dvds On Cd-Rw/Dvd-Rom Drive
Operating Basics Express Media Player Some Models are equipped with the Express Media Player. This is a quick play feature that enables users to perform DVD and CD playback without using Windows. Press F1 to show pop up guide for Express Media Player and this guide available while Express Media Player is active. -
Page 67: When Writing Or Rewriting
MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION, RICOH Co., Ltd. ■ Ultra-speed CD-RW: MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION TOSHIBA has confirmed the operation of CD-R and CD-RW media of the manufacturers above. Operation of other media cannot be guaranteed. ■ 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. -
Page 68: Writing Cd/Dvds On Dvd Super Multi (+-R Double Layer) Drive
Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer. Disclaimer (CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive) TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following: ■ Damage to any CD-R/RW disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product. -
Page 69: Before Writing Or Rewriting
Based on TOSHIBA’s limited compatibility testing, we suggest the following manufacturers of CD-R/RW and DVD-R/+R/-RW/+RW/-RAM/ +R DL/-R DL disc. However, in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation, quality or performance of any disc. Disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates. - Page 70 Operating Basics ■ There is only Format 1 supported for DVD-R DL. Therefore you can not do additional writing. If your data is under DVD-R (SL) capacity, it is suggested to use DVD-R (SL) media. ■ You can use DVD-RAM discs that can be removed from a cartridge and DVD-RAM discs designed without a cartridge.
- Page 71 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. Disclaimer (DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer) drive) TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following: ■ Damage to any CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/+R/+R DL/+RW/ DVD-RAM disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product.
- Page 72 Operating Basics RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA Note the following limitations when you use RecordNow!: ■ DVD-Video cannot be created using RecordNow!. ■ DVD-Audio cannot be created using RecordNow!. ■ You cannot use RecordNow!’s “Audio CD for Car or Home CD Player”...
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Page 73: Data Verification
3. Mark the Verify data written to the disc after burning check box in the Data Options. 4. Click the OK button. DLA for TOSHIBA Note the following limitations when you use DLA: ■ This software supports only rewritable discs (DVD+RW/+R DL, DVD-RW/-R DL, and CD-RW). -
Page 74: How To Learn More About Intervideo Windvd Creator
Operating Basics 6. Click the Advanced tab in the Performance Options window. 7. Click the Change icon in the “virtual memory” section. 8. Select the Custom size button in the Virtual Memory window. 9. Specify much higher values for “Initial size” and “Maximum size”. 10. - Page 75 Operating Basics ■ Do not operate WinDVD Creator immediately after turning on the computer. Please wait until all Disc Drive activity has stopped. ■ When recording to a DV-Camcorder, to ensure you capture all of your data, let the camcorder record for a few seconds before you begin recording your actual data.
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Page 76: Media Care
Operating Basics ■ Using the Disc Manager, you can edit DVD-VR format on DVD-RAM, DVD+VR format on DVD+RW, and DVD-Video format on DVD-RW. 4. About recorded DVDs. ■ Some DVD-ROM drives for personal computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD-R/-R DL/+R/+R DL/-RW/+RW/ -RAM discs. -
Page 77: Modem
To select a region, follow the steps below. 1. In Windows XP, click start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to Networking and click Modem Region Select. Do not use the Country/Region Select function in the Modem setup utility in the Control Panel if the function is available. -
Page 78: Properties Menu
Operating Basics Properties menu Click the icon with the secondary mouse button to display the following menu. The menu list (Windows XP) Setting You can enable or disable the following settings: AutoRun Mode The Region Select utility starts automatically when you start up the operating system. -
Page 79: Wireless Communications
Operating Basics 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. Modem Jack Telephone Jack Connecting the internal modem Do not pull on the cable or move the computer while the cable is... -
Page 80: Wireless Communication Switch
TOSHIBA strongly recommends the customer to enable the WEP function. ■ TOSHIBA is not liable for the eavesdropping of data due to the use of Wireless LAN and the damage thereof. Wireless communication switch You can enable or disable Wireless LAN functions, with the on/off switch. -
Page 81: Lan
W-LAN. Open or click the following: start, Control Panel, System, Hardware Device Manager, Network adapters, TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and enable. The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per... -
Page 82: Cleaning The Computer
Operating Basics 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. 2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place. -
Page 83: Moving The Computer
CPU speed. Or, by lowering the CPU speed first, then if necessary, turning on the fan. Use the Cooling Method item of the Basic Setup window in TOSHIBA Power Saver. Maximum Turn on the fan first, then if necessary, lower the CPU Performance processing speed. -
Page 84: Chapter 5 The Keyboard
Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer’s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 101/102-key enhanced keyboard. By pressing some keys in combination, all the 101/102-key keyboard functions can be executed on the computer. The number of keys on your keyboard depends on which country/region’s keyboard layout your computer is configured with. -
Page 85: F1 ... F12 Function Keys
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. - Page 86 The Keyboard 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. Press Fn + Alt to simulate the enhanced keyboard’s right Alt key.
- Page 87 The Keyboard Power save mode: Pressing Fn + F2 changes the power save mode. If you press Fn + F2, the Power Save Mode is displayed in a dialog box. Continue holding down Fn and press F2 again to change the setting. You can also change this setting through the Plugged in or Running on batteries item of the Power Saver Properties window in Power Saver.
- Page 88 The Keyboard Display Brightness: Pressing Fn + F7 increases the display brightness in increments. When you press these hotkeys, the current setting will be displayed for two seconds by a pop-up icon. You can also change this setting through the Screen brightness item of the Basic Setup window in Power Saver.
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Page 89: Windows Special Keys
Fn key. Fn Sticky key You can use the Toshiba Accessibility Utility to make the Fn key sticky, that is, you can press it once, release it, and they press an “F number” key. To start the Toshiba Accessibity Utility, click start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to Utilities and click Accessibility. -
Page 90: Keypad Overlay
The Keyboard Keypad overlay Your computer’s keyboard does not have an independent numeric keypad, but its numeric keypad overlay functions like one. The keys in the center of the keyboard with white letters make up the numeric keypad overlay. The overlay provides the same functions as the numeric keypad on the 101/102-key enhanced keyboard in figure 5-1. -
Page 91: Generating Ascii Characters
The Keyboard 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. -
Page 92: Chapter 6 Power And Power-Up Modes
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes The computer’s power resources include the AC adaptor and internal batteries. This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and changing batteries, tips for saving battery power, and power up modes. Power conditions The computer’s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by the power conditions: whether an AC adaptor is connected, whether a... -
Page 93: Power Indicators
Amber DC IN off Battery charge is Computer goes into exhausted Hibernation or shuts down (depending on the Toshiba power Management Utility Setting) No battery installed • No operation • LED: Battery off DC IN off Power indicators The Battery, DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator panel alert you to the computer’s operating capability and battery charge status. -
Page 94: Battery Types
Power and Power-Up Modes DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected: Blue Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and supplying proper power to the computer. Amber Indicates a problem with the power supply. Plug the AC adaptor into another outlet. -
Page 95: Battery
Check system. Then press [F1] key ..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. -
Page 96: Care And Use Of The Battery Pack
Power and Power-Up Modes Care and use of the battery pack The battery pack is a vital component of portable computing. Taking proper care of it will help ensure longer operating time on battery power as well as a longer life for your battery pack. Follow the instructions in this section carefully to ensure safe operation and maximum performance. - Page 97 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.
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Page 98: Charging The Batteries
The computer enters Hibernate mode only if Hibernation is enabled in two places: the Hibernate tab in Power Options and Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver. You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged. Procedures... -
Page 99: Battery Charging Notice
Power and Power-Up Modes Time The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a discharged battery. Charging time (hours) Battery type System on System off Battery pack (4 cell) 8 hours or more 4 hours Battery pack (6 cell) 8 hours or more 4 hours Battery pack (8 cell) -
Page 100: Monitoring Battery Capacity
Therefore, an often used, older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged. In this case, TOSHIBA Power Saver will indicate a 100% charge for both the old and new battery, but the displayed estimated time remaining will be shorter for the older battery. -
Page 101: Retaining Data With Power Off
Power and Power-Up Modes Retaining data with power off When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries retain data for the following approximate time periods: Battery pack (4 cell) about 3 days (Standby mode) about 12 days (Shutdown mode) Battery pack (6 cell) about 5 days (Standby mode) about 18 days (Shutdown mode) -
Page 102: Replacing The Battery Pack
Power and Power-Up Modes Replacing the battery pack When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a new one. If the Battery indicator flashes amber 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. -
Page 103: Installing The Battery Pack
7. Pull the battery pack forward to remove it. For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent battery pack. Please return spent battery pack to your TOSHIBA dealer. Installing the battery pack To install a battery pack, follow the steps below. -
Page 104: Starting The Computer By Password
Chapter 3, Getting Started. Windows utilities You can specify the setting in TOSHIBA Power Saver. Hotkeys You can use hotkeys Fn + F3 to enter Standby mode and Fn + F4 to enter Hibernation. See Chapter 5, Keyboard, for details. -
Page 105: Chapter 7 Hw Setup And Passwords
TOSHIBA HW Setup lets you configure settings for display, boot priority, keyboard, USB, LAN, general and password. If the supervisor password is set, access to the TOSHIBA HW Setup program can be prevented when the user password is used to log on to the computer. -
Page 106: User Password
HW Setup and Passwords 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 Default Return all HW Setup values to the factory... -
Page 107: Boot Priority
HW Setup and Passwords If the character strings does not match, the message Entry Error!!! appears. Repeat the procedure from step 1. 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. - Page 108 HW Setup and Passwords Selects the USB floppy disk drive. Selects the Network Selects optical device. FDD is looked, when the boot disk is contained in external hard disk drive. To select the boot drive you want, follow the steps below. 1.
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Page 109: Chapter 8 Optional Devices
Chapter 8 Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer’s capabilities and its versatility. The following optional devices are available from your TOSHIBA dealer: Cards/memory ■ PC cards ■ Memory expansion ■ Express cards Power devices ■ Additional battery pack (4 cell, 6 cell and 8 cell) ■... -
Page 110: 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 slots support 16-bit PC cards, including PC card 16’s multifunction card and CardBus PC cards. -
Page 111: Memory Expansion
Optional Devices 2. Press the eject button of the PC card you want to remove to extend the button. 3. Press the extended eject button to pop the card out slightly. 4. Grasp the PC card and remove it. PC card Eject button Removing the PC card Memory expansion... - Page 112 Optional Devices ■ If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will become hot. In this case, let the memory modules cool to room temperature before you replace them. ■ Do not try to install a memory module with the computer turned on or turned off in Standby and Hibernation mode.
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Page 113: Removing Memory Module
Optional Devices Inserting the memory module 8. Seat the cover and secure it with one screw. 9. When you turn the computer on, it should automatically recognize the total memory capacity. Use the HW Setup program to verify that the added memory is recognized. -
Page 114: Additional Battery Pack
Optional Devices Removing the memory module 7. Seat the cover and secure it with one screw. Additional battery pack You can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs (6 Cell: PA3465U-1BAS/PA3465U-1BRS and 8 Cell: PA3457U- 1BAS/PA3457U-1BRS). If you’re away from an AC power source, you can replace a low battery with a fully charged one. -
Page 115: Television
Optional Devices If an external monitor is connected to the computer, do not connect the Port Replicator. First disconnect the external monitor from the computer then connect the Port Replicator and use its external monitor port. The Resume feature can be used with an external monitor. Simply enable Resume and the computer will maintain the data as it is displayed on the external monitor. -
Page 116: I.link (Ieee1394)
There is a possibility that the original data will be damaged. There is a particular risk that some frames will be deleted in the case of digital video transfer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for such loss of data. 2. Do not transfer data in areas where static electricity is easily generated or in areas subjected to electronic noise. -
Page 117: Security Lock
Optional Devices d. Some devices might not support standby or automatic off functions. e. Do not connect or disconnect an i.LINK device while it is using an application or when the computer is automatically shutting it down to save power. Data might be destroyed. f. -
Page 118: Troubleshooting
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for durability. However, should problems occur, following the procedures in this chapter can help to determine the cause. All readers should become familiar with this chapter. Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring. -
Page 119: Analyzing The Problem
Troubleshooting ■ 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. -
Page 120: Hardware And System Checklist
Troubleshooting Software The problems may be caused by your software or diskette. If you cannot load a software package, the media (usually a diskette) may be damaged or the program might be corrupted. Try loading another copy of the software. If an error message appears while you are using a software package, check the software documentation. -
Page 121: Self Test
When the computer starts up, the self-test will be run automatically, and the following will be displayed: In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA This message remains on the screen for a few seconds. If the self test is successful, the computer tries to load the operating system. - Page 122 Troubleshooting AC power If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connected, check the DC IN indicator. Refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for more information. Problem Procedure AC adaptor doesn’t Check the connections. Make sure the cord is power the computer firmly connected to the computer and a power (DC IN indicator does...
- Page 123 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Check the Battery indicator. If it does not glow, let the computer charge the battery for at least 20 minutes. If the Battery indicator glows after 20 minutes, let the battery continue to charge at least another 20 minutes before turning on the computer.
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Page 124: Lcd Panel
Troubleshooting LCD panel Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer’s setup. Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords, for more information. Problem Procedure No display Press hotkeys Fn + F5 to change the display priority, to make sure it is not set for an external monitor. - Page 125 Troubleshooting CD-RW//DVD-ROM drive For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics. Problem Procedure You cannot access a ’ Make sure the drive s drawer is securely closed. CD/DVD in the drive Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the drawer and make sure the CD/DVD is properly seated.
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Page 126: Diskette Drive
Tour. Cannot write correctly If you have trouble writing, make sure you are observing the following precautions: ■ Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA ■ Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing. ■ Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording. -
Page 127: Touch Pad
Troubleshooting Printer Refer 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. - Page 128 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure The mouse pointer Try changing the speed setting in the mouse moves too fast or too control utility. slow 1. Open the Control Panel, select the Mouse icon and press Enter. 2. Click the Pointer Option tab. 3.
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Page 129: Pc Card
Troubleshooting Problem Procedure The mouse pointer Try changing the speed setting in the mouse moves too fast or too control utility. slow 1. Open the Control Panel, select the Mouse icon and press Enter. 2. Click the Pointer Options tab. 3. -
Page 130: Sound System
Troubleshooting Sound system Problem Procedure No sound is heard Adjust the volume control dial. Check the software volume settings. Make sure the headphone connection is secure. Check Windows Device Manager. Make sure the sound function is enabled and that settings for I/O address, Interrupt level and DMA are correct for your software and do not conflict with other hardware devices that you may have connected... - Page 131 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure If you are using an operating system that does not support USB, you can still use a USB mouse and/or USB keyboard. If these devices do not work, make sure the USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation item in HW Setup is set to Enabled. If problems persist, contact your dealer.
- Page 132 Troubleshooting Standby/Hibernation Problem Procedure The system will not Is Windows Media™ Player open? The system enter Standby/ might not enter Standby/Hibernation, if Windows Hibernation Media Player is either playing a selection or finished playing a selection. Close Windows Media Player before you select Standby/ Hibernation.
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Page 133: Toshiba Support
Troubleshooting TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional technical assistance. Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. -
Page 134: Specifications
Appendix A Specifications This appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Size With TFT display 360 (w) × 267 (d) × 29.8 (front) / 36.8 (rear) millimeters Weight < 3 kilograms, configured with: 15.4" panel, DVD Combo drive, (typical*) 6-cell battery, and modem. - Page 135 Specifications Built-in Modem Network control unit (NCU) Type of NCU Type of line Telephone line (analog only) Type of dialing Pulse Tone Control command AT commands EIA-578 commands Monitor function Computer’s speaker Communication specifications Communication System Data: Full duplex Fax: Half duplex Communication protocol Data...
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Page 136: Display Controller And Modes
Appendix B Display Controller and Modes Display controller The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular pels on or off. The controller is an advanced Video Graphics Array (VGA) that provides Super VGA (SVGA) and Extended Graphics Array (XGA) support for the internal LCD and external monitors. -
Page 137: Video Modes
Display Controller and Modes Video Modes The computer supports video modes defined in the table below. If your application offers a selection of mode numbers that do not match the numbers on the table, select a mode based on, resolution, number of colors and refresh rates. -
Page 138: Wireless Lan
Appendix C Wireless LAN This appendix is intended to help you get your Wireless LAN network up and running, with a minimum of parameters. Card specifications ■ From Factor Mini PCI TypeIII ■ Compatibility IEEE 802.11 Standard for Wireless LANs ■... -
Page 139: 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. - Page 140 Wireless LAN Frequency Range 2400-2483.5 MHz Channel ID 2462 2467 2472 Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (11G Turbo Mode) Frequency Range 5150-5850 MHz Note Channel ID 2437 US only When installing Wireless LAN cards, the channel configuration is managed as follows: ■...
- Page 141 Wireless LAN Frequency Range 5150-5850 MHz Note Channel ID 5620 5640 5660 5680 5700 5745 US only 5765 US only 5785 US only 5805 US only Wireless Channels Sets (Turbo Mode) Frequency Range 5150-5850 MHz Note Channel ID 5210 US only 5250 US only 5290...
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Page 142: Ac Power Cord And Connectors
Appendix D 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: Minimum 2 meters... - Page 143 AC Power Cord and Connectors In Europe, two conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F or H03VVH2-F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VV-F. For the United States and Canada, two pin plug configuration must be a 2-15P (250V) or 1-15P (125V) and three pin plug configuration must be 6-15P (250V) or 5-15P (125V) as designated in the U.S.
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Page 144: If Your Computer Is Stolen
What is your address, phone, and fax number? To register the theft on paper, please follow these procedures: ■ Fill in the TOSHIBA Theft Registration form (or a copy of it) below. ■ Attach a copy of your receipt showing where your computer was purchased. -
Page 145: Toshiba Theft Registration
In the Computer Systems page, open the Support & Downloads menu and choose the Stolen Units Database option. Your entries are used to track your computer at our service points. TOSHIBA Theft Registration Send to: TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Technical Service and Support Leibnizstr. -
Page 146: Glossary
Glossary The terms in this glossary cover the topics discussed in this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. Abbreviations AC: alternating current AGP: accelerated graphics port ANSI: American National Standards Institute APM: advanced power manager ASCII: American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS: basic input output system CMOS: complementary metal-oxide semiconductor CPU: central processing unit... - Page 147 Glossary IDE: integrated drive electronics I/O: input/output IrDA: Infrared Data Association IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode LSI: large scale integration MDA: monochrome display adapter MPEG: moving picture coding experts group MS-DOS: Microsoft Disk Operating System OCR: optical character recognition (reader) PCB: printed circuit board PCI: peripheral component interconnect...
- Page 148 Glossary adapter: A device that provides an interface between two dissimilar electronic devices. For example, the AC adapter 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.
- Page 149 Glossary BIOS: Basic Input Output System. The firmware that controls data flow within the computer. See also firmware. bit: Derived from ìbinary digit,î the basic unit of information used by the computer. It is either zero or one. Eight bits is one byte. See also byte.
- Page 150 Glossary CGA: Color/graphics adapter. A video display protocol defined by the IBM Color/Graphics Monitor Adapter and its associated circuitry. This protocol supports two-color 640 × 200 and four-color 320 × 200 graphics, and 16-color 640 × 200 and 320 × 200 text modes. character: Any letter, number, punctuation mark, or symbol used by the computer.
- Page 151 Glossary CRT: Cathode Ray Tube. A vacuum tube in which beams projected on a fluorescent screen-producing luminous spots. An example is the television set. cursor: A small, blinking rectangle or line that indicates the current position on the display screen. data bits: A data communications parameter controlling the number of bits (binary digits) used to make up a byte.
- Page 152 (FDD): See diskette drive. floppy disk: See diskette. Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hotkeys. folder: An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders. format: The process of readying a blank disk for its first use. Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the disk.
- Page 153 Fn, can be used to set system parameters, such as speaker volume. HW Setup: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various hardware components. I/O devices: Equipment used to communicate with the computer and transfer data to and from it.
- Page 154 Glossary input: The data or instructions you provide to a computer, communication device or other peripheral device from the keyboard or external or internal storage devices. The data sent (or output) by the sending computer is input for the receiving computer. instruction: Statements or commands that specify how to perform a particular task.
- Page 155 Glossary LSI: Large Scale Integration. 1) A technology that allows the inclusion of up to 100,000 simple logic gates on a single chip. 2) An integrated circuit that uses the large scale integration. main board: See motherboard. MDA: Monochrome Display Adapter. A video display protocol defined by the IBM Monochrome Display Adapter and its associated circuitry for direct drive TTL displays that supports a monochrome 720 ×...
- Page 156 Glossary nonvolatile memory: Memory, usually read-only (ROM), that is capable of permanently storing information. Turning the computer’s power off does not alter data stored in nonvolatile memory. numeric keypad overlay: A feature that allows you to use certain keys on the keyboard to perform numeric entry, or to control cursor and page movement.
- Page 157 A Class A device is sufficient for office use. Class B provides a more stringent classification for home equipment use. TOSHIBA portable computers comply with Class B computing device regulations. Random Access Memory (RAM): High speed memory within the computer circuitry that can be read or written to.
- Page 158 Glossary SCSI: Small Computer System Interface is an industry standard interface for connection of a variety of peripheral devices. serial communications: A communications technique that uses as few as two interconnecting wires to send bits one after another. serial interface: Refers to a type of information exchange that transmits information sequentially, one bit at a time.
- Page 159 Glossary USB: Enables chain connection of a number of USB-equipped devices to one port on your computer. For example, you might connect a USB- HUB to the computer, then connect a keyboard to the USB-HUB and a mouse to the keyboard. VGA: Video graphics array is an industry standard video adapter that lets you run any popular software.
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Page 160: Index
Index Diskette drive, 9-9 Display, 1-6, 2-6, 7-3 AC adaptor, 1-6, 2-4, 2-14 Display Brightness, 5-4 Accessing, 7-1 Display selection, 5-4 adaptor, 1-13, 2-14, 8-6 DVD Super Multi (+/-R Double Layer) Additional, 8-6 drive, 1-5 additional, 1-13 DVD-ROM drive, 9-8 Analyzing the problem, 9-2 Arrow mode, 5-7 ASCII characters, 5-8... - Page 161 Index Fn + F9, 5-5 Fn key, 5-2 Opening, 3-6 Fn Sticky key, 5-6 Operating System, 1-9 function keys, 5-2 Options, 1-13 General, 7-2 Panel power on/off, 1-10 General conditions, 3-2 Parallel, 8-6 Password, 7-2, 9-6 PC card, 1-7, 9-12 Hard disk drive, 1-4, 9-7 Placement, 3-2 Hardware and system checklist, 9-3...
- Page 162 Television, 8-7 Temporarily changing modes, 5-8 Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on), 5-8 Temporarily using overlay (overlay off), TOSHIBA Power Saver, 1-11 TOSHIBA support, 9-16 TOSHIBA Theft Registration, E-2 Turning off, 3-7 Turning on, 3-6, 5-7 TV output signal, 9-13...