InterVideo and WinDVD are registered trademarks of the InterVideo Inc. WinDVR and WinDVD Creator are trademarks of the InterVideo Inc. Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual. Macrovision License of Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by methods and claims of certain U.S.
❑ When setting up the computer for work, place it on a level surface. FCC information Product Name: Satellite M40 Model number: PSM40 FCC notice “Declaration of Conformity Informa- tion”...
WARNING: Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in inter- ference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer’s external monitor port, USB port,...
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BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only) EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares, that the product: Satellite M40 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.”...
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This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interfer- ence-Causng Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du Règlement sur le matériel brouileur du Canada. 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).
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.
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 Corpo- ration or an authorized representative of TOSHIBA Corporation.
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Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protec- tive, 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.
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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 com- pliance with Austel standards when the country/region selection is set to Austra- lia.
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❑ Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom’s PTC Specifica- tions are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this modem. The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom Specifications: 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 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.
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❑ 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 perfor- mance is impaired.
Optical disk drive standards TOSHIBA Satellite M40 computer is shipped with one of the following drives preinstalled: DVD-ROM, CD-RW/DVD-ROM, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+-R/+-RW or DVD Super Multi drive. The drive has one of the following labels : CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1...
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3. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Toshiba Samsung SD-C2712 Location of the required label PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH...
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CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive safety instructions CAUTIONS: 1. The 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.
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Toshiba Samsung TS-L462A Location of the required label PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE. MANUFACTURED: TOSHIBA SAMSUNG STORAGE TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION 580, HORIKAWA-CHO, SAIWAI-KU, KAWASAKI-SHI, KANAGAWA, 212-...
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DVD+-R/+-RW drive safety instruc- tions CAUTIONS: 1. The 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.
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3. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Toshiba Samsung TS-L632A Location of the required label PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH...
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Matsushita UJ-830B Location of the required label PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE. MANUFACTURED: Manufactured by Panasonic Communications Co., LTD 1-62, 4-Chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, JAPAN...
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DVD Super Multi (+R Double Layer) drive safety instructions CAUTIONS: 1. The 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.
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TEAC W28E-XXX Location of the required label CERTIFICATION TISH PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE DATE OF MANUFAC- TURE MANUFACTURED: TEAC CORPORATION 3-7-3 NAKA-CHO, MUSASHINO-SHI, TOKYO, JAPAN xxii...
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CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.”...
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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: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUST- MENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCE- DURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your Satellite M40 computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic opera- tions and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.
User’s Manual Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer’s power resources and battery save modes. Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords, explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program. It also tells how to set a password. Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.
Conventions Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We iden- tify 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.
General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and with- stand 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.
86°F) or > 25°C (77°F) at high altitude (all temperature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model - please refer to your Resource Guide or visit the Toshiba website at www.pcsupport.toshiba.com for details). CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design configuration.
Non-applicable Icons Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible config- urations for an entire product series. Your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all those features. Wireless LAN/Atheros For 802.11a, b and g The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which...
User’s Manual SRS audio enhancements are available in the Microsoft Windows operation system only. Images All images are simulated for purposes of illustration. Express Media Player The Express Media Player is not a Windows based application. Battery life will be less than when using similar applications in the Windows Operating System. LCD Brightness and Eye Strain Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device.
Table of Contents Preface Manual contents............. xxv Conventions ..............xxvi Abbreviations ...............xxvi Icons ................xxvi Keys................xxvi Key operation.............. xxvii Display ................ xxvii Messages ..............xxvii General Precautions Stress injury ..............xxix Heat injury ..............xxix Pressure or impact damage......... xxix PC card overheating ............xxx Mobile phone ..............
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Special features ............1-10 Utilities ................1-12 Options ................1-14 Chapter 2 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed ........2-1 Left side ................2-3 Right side.................2-4 Back side .................2-5 Underside ................2-6 Front with the display open ...........2-8 AV Buttons..............2-9 System indicators ............2-10 USB diskette drive ............2-12 Optical Media drive ............2-13 Region codes for DVD drives and media....2-13 Writable discs .............2-13...
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Turning off the power .............3-7 Shut Down mode (Boot mode) ........3-7 Hibernation mode ............3-8 Starting Hibernation ............3-9 Automatic Hibernation ..........3-9 Standby mode.............3-10 Restarting the computer ..........3-11 Restoring the preinstalled software from the Product Recovery Media.............3-12 Chapter 4 Operating Basics Using the Touch Pad ............4-1 Using the USB diskette drive .........4-2 Connecting 3 1/2"...
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Important message (DVD Super Multi drive) ....4-18 Before writing or rewriting ...........4-18 When writing or rewriting ..........4-20 Disclaimer (DVD Super Multi drive) ......4-21 RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA ........4-21 Data Verification ............4-22 DLA for TOSHIBA............4-22 Video................4-23 When using WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum: ....4-23 Media care ..............4-26...
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Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard......5-2 Hotkeys.................5-3 Fn Sticky key ..............5-7 Windows special keys ............5-7 Keypad overlay ...............5-7 Turning on the overlays ..........5-7 Arrow mode ..............5-8 Numeric mode ..............5-8 Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on) ..5-8 Temporarily using overlay (overlay off)......5-9 Temporarily changing modes ........5-9 Generating ASCII characters .........5-9 Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes...
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Hotkeys...............6-16 Panel power on/off............6-16 System Auto Off............6-16 Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords HW Setup .................7-1 Accessing HW Setup ............7-1 HW Setup window ............7-2 Chapter 8 Optional Devices Cards/memory ..............8-1 Power devices ..............8-1 Peripheral devices ............8-1 Other................8-1 PC cards ................8-2 Installing a PC card............8-2 Removing a PC card.............8-3 Express Card..............8-4...
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Disconnecting .............8-15 Security lock..............8-15 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Problem solving process ..........9-1 Preliminary checklist .............9-1 Analyzing the problem ..........9-2 Hardware and system checklist ........9-3 System start-up.............9-3 Self test.................9-4 Power................9-4 Password ..............9-7 Keyboard ..............9-7 LCD panel..............9-7 Hard disk drive..............9-8 DVD-ROM drive............9-8 CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive ..........9-10 DVD+-R/+-RW drive ...........9-11 DVD Super Multi drive ..........9-13 Diskette drive ..............9-14...
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Bluetooth..............9-25 i.LINK (IEEE1394) ............9-25 TOSHIBA support ............9-26 Before you call ............9-26 Appendix Appendix A Specifications..............A-1 Appendix B Display Controller and Modes ........B-1 Appendix C AT Commands..............C-1 Appendix D S-registers ..............D-1 Appendix E V.90/V.92 ................. E-1 Appendix F Internal Modem Guide ............F-1...
Hardware Check to make sure you have all the following items: ❑ Satellite M40 Portable Personal Computer ❑ Universal AC adaptor and power cord ❑ USB diskette drive (Provided with some models) ❑ Modular cable (Provided with some models)
Features Features The computer uses TOSHIBA’s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI), Com- ple-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 Built-in ®...
User’s Manual 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) •...
User’s Manual 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 three sizes: • 15.4" WXGA, 1280 horizontal x 800 vertical pixels •...
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Features Bulit-in Microphone A built-in microphone lets you record sounds into your applications. Parallel Parallel printer or other parallel device (ECP compati- ble). (Provided with some models) Infrared This infrared port is compatible with Infrared Data Associ- ation (IrDA 1.1) Fast InfraRed (FIR) standards. It enables cableless 4 Mbps data transfer with IrDA 1.1 compatible external devices.
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User’s Manual S-Video Out Port This S-Video out port lets you transfer NTSC or PAL data to external devices. See Chapter 8, Television, for details. Communications Modem An internal modem provides capability for data and fax communication. It supports V.90 (V.92). Refer to V.90 section in Appendix E.
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XP Professional or Home Edition is avail- able. Refer to the preinstalled software section at the front of this chapter. TOSHIBA Utilities A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled to make your computer more convenient to use. Refer to the Utilities section in this chapter.
User’s Manual 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 run- ning a system configuration program.
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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 Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver. Low battery auto-...
This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For details on operations, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or readme.txt files. TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that pro- vides easy access to help and services. TOSHIBA Power...
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TOSHIBA Touch TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is a tool that allows you and Launch to perform various tasks easily using Touch pad. TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is useful in the following conditions.
An additional battery pack 12 cells Type (PA3400U-1 (Black) BAS/PA3400U-1 BRS), 6 cells Type (PA3399U-1 BAS/ PA3399U-1 BRS) can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer. The battery pack is identical to the one that came with your computer. Use it as a spare or replacement. AC adaptor...
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become famil- iar 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 posi- tion.
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User’s Manual Volume control Use this dial to adjust the volume of the system speaker and headphones. Infrared port This infrared port is compatible with Infrared Data Association (IrDA 1.1) standards. It enables cableless 4 Mbps, 1.152 Mbps, 115.2 Kbps, 57.6 Kbps, 38.4 Kbps, 19.2 Kbps or 9.6 Kbps data transfer with IrDA 1.1 com- patible external devices.
Left side Left side Figure 2-2 shows the computer’s left side. XPRESS CARD AN VENT SLOT CARD ARALLEL PORT XTERNAL USB P SLOT MONITOR PORT Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer Parallel port This Centronics-compatible, 25-pin parallel port is used to connect a parallel printer or other parallel device.
User’s Manual Note: Operation of all functions of all USB devices has not been confirmed. some functions might not execute properly. PC Card Slot The PC card slot can accommodate one 5 mm PC card (Type II). The slot supports 16-bit PC card and 32-bit CardBus PC card.
Back side i.LINK (IEEE Connect an external device, such as a digital video cam- 1394) Port era to this port for high-speed data transfer. Some mod- els are equipped with a i.LINK port. (Provided with some models) Note: When multiple IEEE1394 devices are connected to a PC, the devices may not correctly be identified.
User’s Manual LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per sec- ond, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-Tx) and Giga-bit. The LAN has two indicators.
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The Batteries section in Chap- ter 6, 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 Slide this latch to release the battery pack.
User’s Manual 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 computer and lift the display up. Position the display at a comfortable viewing angle. ISPLAY SCREEN ISPLAY INGE...
Pressing this button in the power-on or standby condi- tions will launch Windows Media Player/WinDVD. NOTES: When you use Express Media Player, please assign the CD/DVD button to “CD/ DVD” in TOSHIBA Controls Properties. Play/Pause Press this button to begin or pause play on Express button Media Player.
User’s Manual System indicators Figure 2-7 shows the system indicators, which light when various computer operations are in progress. DC IN OWER BATTERY Figure 2-7 Systems indicators Power source/system indicators DC IN The DC IN indicator glows blue when DC power is sup- plied from the AC power adaptor.
System indicators UMERIC MODE RROW MODE Figure 2-8 Keypad overlay indicators Arrow mode When the Arrow mode indicator lights green, you can use the keypad overlay (white labeled keys) as cursor keys. Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, Keyboard.
User’s Manual USB diskette drive A 3 1/2" diskette drive accommodates 1.44-megabyte or 720-kilobyte diskettes. It connects to the USB port. NDICATOR ISKETTE SLOT JECT BUTTON Figure 2-10 USB diskette drive Disk-In-Use This indicator lights when the diskette is being Indicator accessed.
Use RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA to write compact discs. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics. ◆ CD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed.
User’s Manual DVDs ◆ DVD-R, DVD+R and DVD+R DL discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed. ◆ DVD-RW, DVD+RW and DVD-RAM discs can be recorded more than once. Formats The drives support the following formats: •...
Optical Media drive DVD+-R/+-RW drive (DVD+R DL) The full-size DVD+-R/+-RW drive module supporting Double Layer lets you record data to as readable CDs as well as run either 12 cm or 8 cm CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. Note: The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge.
User’s Manual DVD Super Multi drive (DVD+R DL) The full-size DVD Super Multi drive module supporting Double Layer lets you record data to s as rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. Note: The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge.
Figure 2-11 The AC adaptor CAUTION: 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. CAUTION: Please use only the AC adaptor supplied with the com- puter or an AC adaptor certified by TOSHIBA.
Chapter 3 Getting Started This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer. It covers the following topics: ❑ Setting up your work space — for your health and safety NOTE: Be sure also to read Instruction Manual for Safety & Com- fort.
User’s Manual 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 seri- ous injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. Proper ambient conditions should also be maintained for the computer’s operation.
Setting up your work space ❑ 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.
User’s Manual 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 elimi- nate sun glare.
Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes. CAUTION: 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.
User’s Manual 3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet. The Battery and DC IN indicator 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.
Starting up for the first time OWER UTTON 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.
NOTE: For the computer to shut down in hibernation mode, the hibernation feature must be enabled in two places: the Hibernate tab in Power Options and Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver. Otherwise, the computer will shut down in Standby mode. If battery power becomes depleted, data saved in Standby mode will be lost.
3. Select the Hibernate window in the Power Options Properties, select the Enable hibernation check box and click the Apply button. 4. Open TOSHIBA Power Saver. 5. Select the Setup Action window. 6. Enable the desired Hibernation settings for When I slide the power but- ton and When I close the lid.
2. Close the display panel. This feature must be enabled. Refer to the System Power Mode item in Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel. ® In Windows XP, open Performance and Maintenance and open TOSHIBA Power Saver. 3-10...
® 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. NOTES: 1. When the computer is shut down in standby mode, the power indicator glows orange.
2. Hold down the F12 key and turn on the power. When In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA appears, release the F12 key. 3. Use the up or down cursor key to select the CD-ROM/DVD drive in the dis- play menu. For details, refer to the Boot priority section in Chapter 7, HW Setup.
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.
User’s Manual Using the USB diskette drive A 3 1/2" diskette drive connects to the computer’s USB port. It accommodates 1.44-megabyte or 720-kilobyte diskettes. Refer to Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, for more information. Connecting 3 1/2" diskette drive To connect the drive, plug the diskette drive connector into a USB port. Refer to Figure 4-1.
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.
User’s Manual 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 DVD-ROM eject button to open the drawer slightly. JECT BUTTON Figure 4-3 Pressing the DVD-ROM eject button b.
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Using optical media drives 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 Note: When the drawer is fully opened, the edge of the computer will extend slightly over the CD/DVD tray.
User’s Manual 2. Do not keep foreign matter from entering the drive. Check the back edge of the tray to make sure it carries no debris before closing the drive. 4. Press gently at the center of the CD/DVD until you feel it click into place. The CD/DVD should lie below the top of the spindle, flush with the spindle base.
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Using optical media drives CAUTIONS: 1. When the drawer pops open slightly, wait a moment to make sure the CD/DVD has stopped spinning before pull- ing 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.
User’s Manual AV Button function This section describes a button function. Figure 4-9 AV Button Windows mode Express Media Player mode *CD/DVD Icon AV Button (WinDVD5) (WMP10) CD/DVD Detect and Detect and Detect and Detect and activate media activate media activate media activate media Play/Pause Play/Pause...
Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive 2. Depending the video being played, noise may be present. 3. When WinDVD uses pre-installation. 4. External display output (DVI/S-Video out) is not supposed to support. Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive You can use the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive to write data to either CD-R or CD- RW discs.
User’s Manual TOSHIBA has confirmed the operation of CD-R and CD-RW media of the man- ufacturers 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.
If you fail to do so, the DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW drive may not function properly, and you may fail to write or rewrite, lose data or incur other damage. Before writing or rewriting ◆ Based on TOSHIBA’s limited compatibility testing, we suggest the following manufacturers of CD-R/RW, DVD-R/+R/-RW/+RW or DVD+R DL disc. 4-11...
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User’s Manual However, in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation, quality or performance of any disc. Disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates. CD-R: TAIYOYUDEN CO., LTD. MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co., Ltd. Hitachi Maxell Ltd. CD-RW: (High-...
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD+-R/+-RW drive supporting DVD+R Writing CD/DVDs on DVD+-R/+-RW drive supporting DVD+R DL ◆ In writing to a DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW or DVD+R DL disc, some disc space is required for file management, so you may not be able to write the full capacity of the disc.
Before writing or rewriting ◆ Based on TOSHIBA’s limited compatibility testing, we suggest the follow- ing manufacturers of CD-R/RW and DVD-R/+R/-RW/+RW/-RAM disc. However, in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation, quality or performance of any disc.
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Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive CD-R: TAIYOYUDEN CO., LTD. MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co., Ltd. Hitachi Maxell Ltd. CD-RW: (High- MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION Speed, Multi-Speed) RICOH Co., Ltd. DVD-R DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2.0 TAIYOYUDEN CO., LTD.
User’s Manual ◆ Data deleted (erased) from a CD-RW and DVD-RW, DVD+RW and DVD- RAM disc cannot be recovered. Check the content of the disc carefully before you delete it. If multiple drives that can write data to discs are con- nected, be careful not to delete data from the wrong drive.
The original data will be lost if there is a write error. Disclaimer (DVD Super Multi drive) TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following: ◆ Damage to any CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW/DVD-RAM disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product.
If you fail to do so, the DVD Super Multi drive may not function properly, and you may fail to write or rewrite, lose data or incur other damage. Before writing or rewriting ◆ Based on TOSHIBA’s limited compatibility testing, we suggest the follow- ing manufacturers of CD-R/RW, DVD-R/+R/-RW/+RW/-RAM and DVD+R DL disc.
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Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive supporting DVD+R Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive supporting DVD+R DL DVD+RW MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co., Ltd. DVD+R DL Panasonic Industrial Sales (Taiwan) Co., Ltd. Taiwan TEAC Corporation. MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION DVD-RAM DVD Specifications for DVD-RAM Disc for Version 2.0 or Version 2.1...
User’s Manual ◆ 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.
The original data will be lost if there is a write error. Disclaimer (DVD Super Multi drive) TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following: ◆ Damage to any CD-R/RW, DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW/DVD-RAM or DVD+R DL disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product.
2. Select the Data in the left-side menu. 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: 4-22...
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive supporting DVD+R Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive supporting DVD+R DL ◆ This software supports only rewritable discs (DVD+RW, DVD-RW, and CD-RW). It does not support DVD+R, DVD-R, and CD-R discs that are not rewritable.
User’s Manual 10. Click the Set button in the Virtual Memory window. 11. Click the OK button in the Virtual Memory window. How to make a DVD-Video Simplified steps for making a DVD-Video from video data captured from a DV Camcorder: 1.
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Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive supporting DVD+R Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive supporting DVD+R DL ❑ Do not enter standby/hibernation mode while using WinDVD Creator. ❑ Do not operate WinDVD Creator immediately after turning on the com- puter.
User’s Manual ❑ When writing to DVD disc, WinDVD Creator requires 2 GB or more over disk space every one hour of video. ❑ When you make a fully recorded DVD, the chapter sequence may not play correctly. 3. About Disc Manager ❑...
Using the microphone 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.
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 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.
Modem • 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 auto- matically 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.
User’s Manual 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 Telecommu- nications Business Law requires that you select Japan region mode.
Wireless communications 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 con- nector. 2. Disconnect the cable from the computer in the same manner. Wireless communications The computer’s wireless communication function supports both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices.
TOSHIBA strongly recommends the customer to enable the WEP function. ◆ TOSHIBA is not liable for the eavesdropping of data due to the use of Wire- less LAN and the damage thereof.
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 second, 10BASE-T) and Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX) or Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T).
User’s Manual If you are using Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), connect with a category 3 cable, CAT3, or higher. If you are using Gigabit Ethernet (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T), connect with a category 5e cable, CAT5e, or higher. To connect the LAN cable, follow the steps below.
Cleaning the computer 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.
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.
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 key- board layout your computer is configured with.
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.
Soft keys: Fn key combinations tion 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.
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User’s Manual Instant security: Press Fn + F1 to lock the keyboard and blank the screen to prevent others from accessing your data. To restore the screen and original set- tings, press any key. When a dialog box appears, enter the screensaver password and click OK.
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Soft keys: Fn key combinations Display selection: Press Fn + F5 to change the active display device. When you press these hot keys a dialog box appears. Only selectable devices will be displayed. Hold down Fn and press F5 again to change the device. When you release Fn and F5, the selected device will change.
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From the current resolution (the original resolution) to 1024x768, from 1024x768 to 800x600, from 800x600 to the original resolution. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (reduce): To reduce the icon size on the desktop or the application window, press the 1 key while holding down the Fn key.
Windows special keys 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.
User’s Manual Arrow mode To turn on the Arrow mode, press Fn + F10. The Arrow mode indicator lights. Now try cursor and page control using the keys shown in figure 5-1. Press Fn + F10 again to turn off the overlay. Numeric mode To turn on the Numeric mode, press Fn + F11.
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.
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.
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Amber battery DC IN off trigger point Battery Computer goes into charge is Hibernation or shuts down exhausted (depending on the Toshiba power Management Utility Setting) No battery • No operation installed • LED: Battery off DC IN off...
Power indicators 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. Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery. The following indicator lights indicate the battery status: Flashing amber The battery charge is low.
Dis- pose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. The battery recharges the RTC batteries. The battery maintains the state of the computer when you enable Resume.
Check system. Then press [F1] key ..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.
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User’s Manual Caution: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, Which if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor injury or property damage. Note: Provides important information. Danger 1. Never try to dispose of the battery pack by burning or expose it to a heating device such as a microwave oven.
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Never use the computer again until it has been checked by a TOSHIBA ser- vice provider. It might generate smoke or fire, or the battery pack might rupture.
Hibernation mode (so you don’t lose data) and automatically turns off. NOTES: 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.
Care and use of the battery pack Procedures To recharge a battery pack while it is installed in the computer, connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN socket and plug the other end into a working outlet. The Battery indicator glows amber when the battery is being charged. CAUTION: Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or charge the battery pack.
Monitoring battery capacity Remaining battery power can be monitored in TOSHIBA Power Saver. NOTES: 1. Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time. The com- puter needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capac-...
❑ 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: •...
User’s Manual 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 (6 cell) about 2 days (Standby mode) about 30 days (Shutdown mode) Battery pack (12 cell) about 4 days (Standby mode)
Replacing the battery pack 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.
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ATTERY ELEASE ATCH Figure 6-2 Removing the battery pack 7. Pull the battery pack forward to remove it. CAUTION: For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent battery pack. Please return spent battery pack to your TOSHIBA dealer.. 6-14...
Dis- pose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. 1. Be sure the computer’s power is off and all cables are disconnected.
Note: Refer also to the sections Turning on the power and Turning off the power in Chapter 3, Getting Started. Windows utilities You can specify the setting in TOSHIBA Power Saver. Hotkeys You can use hotkeys Fn + F3 to enter Standby mode and Fn + F4 to enter Hibernation.
Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords This chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and how to set passwords. HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup lets you configure settings for pointing devices, display, CPU, boot priority, keyboard, USB, LAN, general, password, device config and parallel/printer.
User’s Manual HW Setup window The HW Setup window contains the following tabs: Pointing Devices, Display, CPU, Boot Priority, Keyboard, USB, LAN, General, Password, Device Config and Parallel/Printer. There are also three buttons: OK, Cancel and Apply. Accepts your changes and closes the HW Setup win- dow.
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HW Setup 2. Enter a password of up to 10 characters (You can’t use the following char- acters: - ^ @ [ ] ; : , . / 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...
User’s Manual 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.
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HW Setup Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode This option lets you choose from the following settings: CPU power consumption and clock speed Dynamically Switchable automatic switching function is enabled. When the computer is in use, CPU operation is automatically switched when necessary. (Default) CPU power consumption and clock speed Always High...
User’s Manual Boot Priority Boot Priority Options This option sets the priority for booting the computer. Select from the following settings: The computer looks for bootable files in the HDD -> FDD -> CD-ROM following order: HDD, diskette drive, CD- ROM* and LAN.
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HW Setup To change the boot drive, follow the steps below. 1. Hold down F12 and boot the computer. 2. Use the up/down cursor keys to select 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.
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User’s Manual 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. Enables Wake-up on Keyboard.
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 ❑ SD, MS (MS Pro), SM, MMC, xD memory cards ❑ Memory expansion ❑...
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 (manufac- tured 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.
PC cards Removing a PC card To remove the PC card, follow the steps below. ® 1. In Windows XP, open the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the sys- tem tray and disable the PC card. 2. Press the eject button of the PC card you want to remove to extend the but- ton.
User’s Manual Express Card Installing an Express Card The Express Card slot is located on the left side of the computer. You can install one Express Card in the slot. Windows’ hot-install feature lets you install Express Card while the computer’s power is on.
Express Card Removing an Express Card To remove the Express Card, follow the steps below. ® 1. In Windows XP, open the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the sys- tem tray and disable the Express Card. 2. Press the Express Card slightly to make it stretch out. 3.
User’s Manual Multiple Digital Media Card Slot The computer is equipped with a Multiple Digital Media Card Slot that can accom- modate Secure Digital (SD)/Memory Stick (MS)/Memory Stick Pro (MS Pro)/ Smart Media (SM)/Multi Media Card (MMC)/xD memory cards. These memory cards let you easily transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras and Per- sonal Digital Assistants, that use SD/MS/MS Pro/SM/MMC/xD memory cards.
Multiple Digital Media Card Slot 1. Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo/Mini SD card is not supported. 2. 5V Smart Media card is not supported. 3. Two kinds of cards will not work at the same time. Please insert only one card when using Multiple Digital Media Card Slot.
User’s Manual Memory expansion You can install additional memory in the computer’s memory module to increase the amount of RAM. CAUTION: Only memory modules with the following parts numbers can be installed: PA3311U-1M25 PA3312U-1M51 PA3313U-1M1G Installing memory module To install a memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then: 1.
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Memory expansion Figure 8-7 Removing the cover 6. Insert the memory module into the connector on the computer. Press the module carefully and firmly to ensure a solid connection. 7. Push the module down so that it lies flat and is secured by two latches. CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer.
User’s Manual Removing memory module To remove the memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then: 1. Turn the computer off and remove all cables connected to the computer. CAUTIONS: 1. If you use the computer for a long time, the memory mod- ules will become hot.
5. Fasten the connector to the printer with the clips on the parallel port. 6. Turn on the printer. 7. Turn on the computer. 8. Start the Hardware Setup program. Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup and Pass- words. 9. Select the Parallel/Printer tab from the TOSHIBA HW Setup window. 8-11...
User’s Manual 10. Set the Parallel Port Mode and press OK. 11. Choose Reboot for the change to take effect. 12. Select the printer in Windows Add Print Wizard. To access the Add Print Wizard utility, click Start, point to Settings, click Printers and double click the Add Printer icon.
Television Television A television can be connected to the video out port on the computer. To connect a television, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the computer off. 2. Use a video cable (not supplied) to connect the television to the video out port.
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.
Security lock f. When multiple IEEE1394 devices are connected to a PC, the devices may not correctly be identified. This problem may occur when Win- ® dows 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. If it occurs, disconnect the IEEE1394 cables and then reconnect them.
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.
User’s Manual ❑ Check that your diskette 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.
Hardware and system checklist 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❑ Touch Pad device ❑Self test❑ PC card ❑Power❑ SD/MS/SM/MMC/xD card ❑Password❑...
When the computer starts up, the self-test will be run automatically, and the fol- lowing 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.
Hardware and system checklist Overheating power down If the computer’s internal temperature becomes too high, the computer will auto- matically shut down. 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 more information.
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User’s Manual Problem Procedure Battery doesn’t If the battery is completely discharged, it will not charge when the AC begin charging immediately. Wait a few minutes. adaptor is attached (Battery indicator If the battery still does not charge, make sure does not glow the outlet is supplying power.
Hardware and system checklist Password Problem Procedure Cannot enter pass- Refer to the Password section in Chapter 7, word Setup and Passwords. Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more informa- tion refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard and Chapter 7, HW Setup and...
User’s Manual Problem Procedure Problems above Refer to your software’s documentation to deter- remain unresolved or mine if the software is causing the difficulty. other problems occur Contact your dealer if the problems continue. Hard disk drive Problem Procedure Computer does not Check if a diskette is in the diskette drive or a boot from hard disk CD-ROM is in the optical media drive.
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Hardware and system checklist Problem Procedure Open the drawer and make sure the DVD is properly seated. It should lie flat with the label facing up. A foreign object in the drawer could block laser light from reading the CD/DVD. Make sure there is no obstruction.
User’s Manual 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.
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 com- puter for recording.
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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 com- puter for recording.
Hardware and system checklist DVD Super Multi 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.
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 com- puter for recording.
Hardware and system checklist Infrared port Refer also to the documentation for your IrDA compatible device and related software. Problem Procedure Infrared devices do Check that the device is connected to an electric not work as expected outlet. Make sure the outlet is supplying power by plugging in an appliance.
User’s Manual Problem Procedure Make sure your software is configured to recog- nize the printer. Check your printer and software documentation. Printer error Check your printer documentation. If problems persist, contact your dealer. Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse, also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation.
Hardware and system checklist Problem Procedure When the reaction of Adjust the touch Sensitivity. Touch pad is sensitive 1. Open the Control Panel. to slow 2. Click the Printers icon and then the Other Hardware icon. 3. Click the Mouse icon. 4.
User’s Manual Problem Procedure 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. The mouse pointer Try changing the speed setting in the mouse moves too fast or too control utility.
Hardware and system checklist SD/MS/SM/MMC/xD card Refer also to Chapter 4, Operating Basics. Problem Procedure Memory card error Reseat the memory card to make sure it is firmly occurs connected. Check the card’s documentation. You cannot write to Make sure the card is not write protected. the memory card You cannot read a file Make sure the target file is on the memory card...
User’s Manual Problem Procedure Display error occurs Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is attached firmly. If problems persist, contact your dealer. Sound system Problem Procedure No sound is heard Adjust the volume control dial. Check the software volume settings.
Hardware and system checklist Problem Procedure Press hotkeys Fn + F5 to change the display. Refer to Chapter 5, Keyboard. NOTE: If you turn the computer off in Resume mode while the display is on TV, the computer will select either the internal LCD or an external computer CRT as the display device.
User’s Manual Modem Refer to the online help files for Appendix C Appendix Problem Procedure Communication soft- Make sure the computer’s internal modem set- ware can’t initialize tings are correct. Refer to Phone and Modem modem Options in the Control Panel. You can hear a dial If the call is going through a PBX machine, make tone but can’t make a...
Hardware and system checklist Problem Procedure A CONNECT display is Check the error control setting in your communi- quickly replaced by cations application. NO CARRIER You can also use the AT\N command. Refer to the chapter on AT commands in online help files for Appendix C, AT Commands.
User’s Manual Problem Procedure Cannot access LAN Check for a firm cable connection between the LAN jack and the LAN HUB. Wake-up on LAN Make sure the AC adaptor is connected. The does not work Wake-up on LAN function con- sumes power even when the system is off.
Hardware and system checklist Bluetooth For more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics. Problem Procedure Cannot access Blue- Make sure the computer’s wireless communica- tooth device tion switch is set to on. Make sure the Bluetooth Manager is running and the power to the Bluetooth device is turned Make sure no optional Bluetooth PC card is installed in the computer.
User’s Manual 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 sys- tem, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first.
Germany & Austria If you are still unable to solve the TOSHIBA Europe (I.E.) GmbH problem and suspect that it is hard- Geschäftsbereich, ware related, write to TOSHIBA at the nearest location listed on the Deutschland-Österreich below. Hammfelddamm8, Outside of Europe...
Appendixes Appendix A Specifications..................A-1 Appendix B Display Controller and Modes ............B-1 Appendix C AT Commands ..................C-1 Appendix D S-registers ..................D-1 Appendix E V.90/V.92 ....................E-1 Appendix F nternal Modem Guide ................ F-1 Appendix G Wireless LAN ..................G-1 Appendix H AC Power Cord and Connectors ............
Appendix A Specifications This appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Size With TFT display 360 (w) x 268.5 (d) x 29.0 (front) / 36.2 (rear) millimeters Weight (typical*) < 3 kilograms, configured with: 15.4" panel, DVD Combo drive, 6-cell bat- tery, and modem.
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User’s Manual Computer 15 VDC 5.0 amperes 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 Data: Full duplex...
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.
User’s Manual Video Modes The computer supports video modes defined in the table below. If your applica- tion 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. Table Video Modes CRT Display Color Depth...
Appendix C 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.
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User’s Manual AAnswer command This command instructs the modem to go off-hook and answer an incoming call. BnCommunication standard setting This command determines the communication standard CCITT or Bell. Selects CCITT V.22 mode when the modem is at 1200 bps. Selects Bell 212A when the modem is at 1200 bps (default).
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Appendix C Return to command mode. Causes the modem to return to com- mand mode after dialing a number, without disconnecting the call. Dial a telephone number previously stored using the &Zn=X command (See &Zn=X command for more information). The range is 0-3.
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User’s Manual Monitor speaker volume This command sets speaker volume to low, medium, or high. Low volume. Low volume. (Same as L0) Medium volume (default). High volume. Result Codes: n=0,1,2,3 ERROR Otherwise MnMonitor speaker mode This command turns the speaker on or off. The speaker is off.
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Appendix C Result Codes: n=0,1 ERROR Otherwise OnReturn on-line to data mode Instructs the modem to exit on-line command mode and return to data mode (see AT escape sequence, +++). This command issues a retrain before returning to on-line data mode.
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User’s Manual TSelect 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. VnDCE response format This command controls whether result codes (including call progress and negotiation progress messages) are displayed as words or their numeric equivalents.
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Appendix C Enable Enable OK, RING, NO CARRIER, ERROR, NODI- ALTONE, 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...
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User’s Manual &C0 The state of the carrier from the remote modem is ignored. DCD circuit is always on. &C1 DCD turns on when the remote modem’s carrier signal is detected, and off when the carrier signal is not detected (default).
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Appendix C &GnV.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 Amer- ica and is for international use only.
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User’s Manual &T0 Abort. Stops any test in progress. &T1 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.
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Appendix C \NnError control mode selection This command determines the type of error control used by the modem when sending or receiving data. Buffer mode. No error control. Direct mode. MNP or disconnect mode. The modem attempts to connect using MNP2-4 error control procedures. If this fails, the modem disconnects.
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User’s Manual \VnProtocol result code Disable protocol result code appended to DCE speed. Enable protocol result code appended to DCE speed (default). Result Codes: n=0,1 ERROR Otherwise %BView 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.
Appendix D 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.
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User’s Manual 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.
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Appendix D S4Response 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, ASCII decimal Default: 10 (line feed) Units: ASCII S5Command line editing character (user defined)
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User’s Manual S7Connection 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 origi- nate mode, the timer is reset upon detection of an answer tone if allowed by county restriction.
User’s Manual AT command set result codes The following table shows the result codes. The result code summary Result Code Numeric Description Command executed CONNECT Modem connected to line RING A ring signal has been detected NO CARRIER Modem lost carrier signal, or does not detect carrier signal, or does not detect answer tone ERROR...
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Appendix D Result Code Numeric Description DELAYED Delay is in effect for the dialed number BLACKLISTED Dialed number is blacklisted BLACKLIST FULL Blacklist is full 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.
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Appendix E V.90/V.92 The TOSHIBA internal modem uses V.90 technology. The modem is capable of downstream speeds of 56Kbps (kilobits per second) when connected to an Inter- net service provider that supports V.90/V.92. As with any modem, the actual throughput (speed of data transfer) depends on analog telephone line conditions, which can vary considerably.
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User’s Manual Table E-1 Result codes for a V.90 connection Result code Description CONNECT 32000 EC* Connection at 32000 bits/s CONNECT 36000 EC* Connection at 36000 bits/s CONNECT 40000 EC* Connection at 40000 bits/s CONNECT 44000 EC* Connection at 44000 bits/s CONNECT 48000 EC* Connection at 48000 bits/s CONNECT 52000 EC*...
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Appendix E AT Command -V90=* V.90 Dial Line Rate -V90 sets the maximum V.90 downstream that the modem attempts to connect. -V90=0 V.90 disabled -V90=1 V.90 enabled: automatic speed selection - maximum modem speed (default)
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 specifi- cally described. Installing the modem board Note: The internal modem is preinstalled.
User’s Manual Removing the modem board To remove the internal modem. 1. Save your data, quit Windows and turn off the power. 2. Disconnect the AC adaptor and any other peripheral devices. 3. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack. 4.
Appendix G 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 ■ Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wi-Fi ■...
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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 informa- tion about the radio regulations that apply in your country/region.
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Card specifications Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (11G Turbo Mode) Frequency Range Channel ID 5150-5850 MHz Note 2437 US only When installing Wireless LAN cards, the channel configuration is managed as follows: ◆ For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN infrastructure, the Wire- less LAN card will automatically start operation at the channel identified by the Wireless LAN Access Point.
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User’s Manual Frequency Range Channel ID 5150-5850 MHz Note 5640 5660 5680 5700 5745 US only 5765 US only 5785 US only 5805 US only Wireless Channels Sets (Turbo Mode) Frequency Range Channel ID 5150-5850 MHz Note 5210 US only 5250 US only 5290...
Appendix H AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the various interna- tional 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 Wire size:...
User’s Manual The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U.S.A. and Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and Europe. United Kingdom UL approved BS approved Australia Europe AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency Canada CSA approved...
Appendix I Parts Numbers The computer configuration and parts numbers, printed on a label on the bottom of the computer, indicate the CPU, LCD, memory, HDD, ODD modules, com- munication and graphics devices.
Glossary The terms in this glossary cover the topics discussed in this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. Abbreviations HDD: hard disk drive IDE: integrated drive electronics AC: alternating current I/O: input/output AGP: accelerated graphics port IrDA: Infrared Data Association ANSI: American National Standards IRQ: interrupt request Institute...
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AccuPoint alphanumeric: Keyboard characters (Abbreviations continued) including letters, numbers and other SO-DIMM: small-outline dual in-line symbols, such as punctuation marks or memory module mathematical symbols. SVGA: super video graphics adapter alternating current (AC): Electric SDRAM: synchronized dynamic ran- current that reverses its direction of dom access memory flow at regular intervals.
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Byte asynchronous: Lacking regular time Bluetooth: A short-range radio tech- relationship. As applied to computer nology designed to simplify wireless communications, asynchronous refers communication among computers, to the method of transmitting data that communication devices and the Inter- does not require a steady stream of bits net.
cache memory CGA: Color/graphics adapter. A video display protocol defined by the IBM cache memory: High speed memory Color/Graphics Monitor Adapter and which stores data that increases pro- its associated circuitry. This protocol cessor speed and data transfer rate. supports two-color 640x200 and four- When the CPU reads data from main color 320x200 graphics, and 16-color memory, it stores a copy of this data in...
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delete compatibility: 1) The ability of one CPS: Characters per second. Typically computer to accept and process data in used to indicate the transmission speed the same manner as another computer of a printer. without modifying the data or the CPU: Central processing unit.
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device driver driver: A software program, generally device driver: A program that con- part of the operating system, that con- trols communication between a spe- trols a specific piece of hardware (fre- cific peripheral device and the quently a peripheral device such as a computer.
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(FDD): See diskette itself, external disk drives, etc. See drive. also software and firmware. Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA utility that lets hertz: A unit of wave frequency that you assign functions to hotkeys. equals one cycle per second.
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A signal that gives HW Setup: A TOSHIBA utility that a component access to the processor. lets you set the parameters for various I/O: Input/output. Refers to accep- hardware components.
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modem keyboard: An input device contain- ing switches that are activated by man- main board: See motherboard. ually pressing marked keys. Each MDA: Monochrome Display Adapter. keystroke activates a switch that trans- A video display protocol defined by mits a specific code to the computer. the IBM Monochrome Display For each key, the transmitted code is, Adapter and its associated circuitry for...
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monitor monitor: A device that uses rows and columns of pixels to display alphanu- OCR: Optical Character Recognition meric characters or graphic images. (reader). A technique or device that See CRT. uses laser or visible light to identify characters and input them into a stor- motherboard: A name sometimes age device.
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Class B provides a printer. Also called a pel. more stringent classification for home equipment use. TOSHIBA portable port: The electrical connection computers comply with Class B com- through which the computer sends and puting device regulations.
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restart serial: The handling of data bits one restart: Resetting a computer without after the other. turning it off (also called ‘warm boot’ or ‘soft reset’). To restart the computer, serial communications: A communi- press Ctrl + Alt + Del while the com- cations technique that uses as few as puter is on.
write protection S-video: This connection provides separate lines for contrast and color, VGA: Video graphics array is an which produces a video image superior industry standard video adapter that to that produced by a composite con- lets you run any popular software. nection.
Index AC adaptor 1-6, 2-6 DC IN indicator 2-10, 6-3 DC IN 15V port 2-5 Disk indicator 2-10 additional 1-14, 8-11 Display 1-6, 2-8, See also Video connecting 3-5 modes and Monitor external ASCII characters 5-9 automatic power off 1-10 Auto power on, See Power opening 3-6 selection, See Hot keys...
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User’s Manual Fn + Enter 5-3 Fn + Esc (sound mute) 5-3 Indicators 2-10, 6-3 Fn + F1 (instant security) 5-4 Infrared port, See also Ports Fn + F2 (power save mode) 5-4 problems 9-15 Fn + F3 (standby) 5-4 Instant security, See Hot keys Fn + F4 (hibernation) 5-4 Interfaces, See Ports...
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9-15 installing 8-2 self test 9-4 location of slots 2-3 sound system 9-20 problems 9-18 standby/hibernation 9-23 removing 8-3 support from TOSHIBA 9-26 Ports system start-up 9-3 DC IN 15V 2-5 TV output signal 9-20 external monitor 1-7, 2-3 Index-3...
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User’s Manual USB 9-21 Wireless LAN 9-24 TOSHIBA Power Saver 1-12 Processor 1-3 Troubleshooting, See Problems TV 8-13 Real time clock battery, See Battery Recovery Media 3-12 Utilities list 1-12 USB 1-7 Screen, See Display location 2-3, 2-4 ScrLock (Fn + F12), See Soft keys...