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  • Page 1 User's Manual A300D computers.toshiba-europe.com...
  • Page 2 A300D Copyright © 2008 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: When Using Your Computer

    A300D Bluetooth™ is a registered trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license. ConfigFree is a trademark of TOSHIBA Corporation. DVD MovieFactory is a trademark of Ulead Systems Inc.. BizCard is a trademark of NewSoft Technology Corporation.
  • Page 4 EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards. However, TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if options or cables not produced by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented. In this case the persons who have connected/implemented those options/cables have to provide assurance that the system (PC plus options/cables) still fulfils the required standards.

  • Page 5: Working Environment

    This product was designed to fulfil the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) requirements to be observed for so-called "Residential, commercial and light industry environments". TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this product in working environments other than the above mentioned "Residential, commercial and light industry environments".
  • Page 6 A300D Network Compatibility Statement This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional requirements conditional in EG 201 121. Germany ATAAB AN005, AN006, AN007, AN009, AN010 and...

  • Page 7: Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions

    Your computer model may be Energy Star qualified. If the model you purchased is compliant, it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo on the computer and the following information applies. TOSHIBA is a partner in ® the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR Program ®...
  • Page 8 A300D Hitach-LG Data Storage DVD Super Multi GSA-T50F/GSA-T50N ■ The DVD Super Multi drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
  • Page 9 A300D Panasonic DVD Super Multi UJ870EB/UK870AB ■ The DVD Super Multi drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
  • Page 10 A300D Pioneer DVD Super Multi DVR-KD08TBF/DVR-KD08TBM ■ The DVD Super Multi drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
  • Page 11 A300D TOSHIBA SAMSUNG STORAGE TECHNOLOGY DVD Super Multi TS-L633P/TS-L633A ■ This DVD writable drive employ a laser system to ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retainfor future reference. should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location-see service procedure.
  • Page 12 A300D International Precautions 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."...

  • Page 13: 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 xiii...

  • Page 14: General Precautions

    A300D 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 or damage to the computer. Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual.

  • Page 15: Instruction Manual For Safety And Comfort

    A300D Heat injury ■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time, for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, your skin might suffer a low-heat injury.

  • Page 16: Table Of Contents

    Special features ......... . 1-9 TOSHIBA Value Added Package ......1-10 Utilities and Applications.
  • Page 17 TOSHIBA Disc Creator ........4-24...
  • Page 18 TOSHIBA support ........

  • Page 19: Manual Contents

    A300D Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA A300D computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, including multimedia devices, and it is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing. This manual tells you how to set up and begin using your computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.
  • Page 20 A300D Chapter 5, Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hot keys. Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer's power resources and battery save modes. Chapter 7, HW Setup explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program.
  • Page 21 A300D Display Names of windows or icons or text generated by the computer that appears on its display screen is presented in the type face you see to the left. Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention.

  • Page 22: Introduction

    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 23: Features

    ■ Presto! BizCard 5* ■ Online Manual* * Indicates software that is preinstalled dependant on the model purchased. Documentation ■ A300D Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual ■ A300D Quickstart ■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort ■ Warranty information If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
  • Page 24 Introduction Main Memory Part of the main system memory may be used by Disclaimer the graphics system for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of main system memory available for other computing activities. The amount of main system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system, applications utilized, system memory size and other factors.
  • Page 25 Introduction Power Battery Pack Your computer is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack. RTC Battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock and calendar. AC Adaptor The universal AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low.
  • Page 26 Introduction Display DVD Super Multi drive Your computer is equipped with a full-size DVD Super Multi drive module that lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12cm (4.72") or 8cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor.

  • Page 27: Pointing Device

    Refer to Appendix B, Display Controller for more information. Keyboard Built-In TOSHIBA Vista keyboard, 86 keys or 87 keys, compatible with IBM enhanced keyboard, embedded numeric overlay, dedicated cursor control, keys. Refer to Chapter 5, Keyboard, for details. Pointing Device...
  • Page 28 Introduction Slots ExpressCard The ExpressCard expansion slot that can accommodate two standard module formats; an ExpressCard/34 module and an ExpressCard/54 module. An ExpressCard module is a small add- in card technology based on the PCI Express and Universal Serial Bus (USB) interfaces. Multiple Digital Media Supports SD/SDHC memory card, MMC, Card Slot...
  • Page 29 Introduction Wireless LAN Where present, it supports the A,B,G and draft N standards but it is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum/Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802.11 Standard. ■ Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9 and 6 Mbit/s.

  • Page 30: Special Features

    Introduction Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use. Hot Keys Key combinations let you quickly modify the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system configuration program.

  • Page 31: Toshiba Value Added Package

    *1 Click , Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then click Power Options. TOSHIBA Value Added Package This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre-installed on the computer. TOSHIBA Power TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the Saver features of more various power supply managements.

  • Page 32: Utilities And Applications

    The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides Accessibility support to movement impaired users when they need to use the TOSHIBA Hot-key functions. In use, the utility allows you to make the Fn key 'sticky', that is you can press it once, release it, and then press one of the 'F' keys in order to access its specific function.
  • Page 33 TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility has a Physical Utility Format function and Write-Protect function to DVD-RAM. This utility is contained in the TOSHIBA Disc Creator setup module. To run TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility, click select All Programs, TOSHIBA, CD&DVD Applications, and then click DVD-RAM Utility.
  • Page 34 Introduction TOSHIBA ConfigFree ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy control of communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also allows you to find communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between location and communication networks. To run ConfigFree, click...

  • Page 35: Options

    * The availability of DDRII depends on the model you purchased. Battery pack An additional battery pack can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer. Use it as a spare to increase your computer operating time. AC Adaptor If you use your computer at more than one site...

  • Page 36: Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

    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. Front with the display closed The following figure shows the computer's front with its display panel in the closed position.
  • Page 37 The Grand Tour Power LED The Power indicator glows blue when the computer is on. If you select Sleep Mode from Turn Off Computer, this indicator flashes orange (one second on, two seconds off) while the computer enters Sleep Mode. Battery LED The Battery indicator shows the condition of the battery's charge: Blue indicates a full charge,...

  • Page 38: Left Side

    The Grand Tour Left side The following figure shows the computer's left side. External Monitor Cooling Vents eSATA/USB Universal Serial ExpressCard Port combo port Bus (USB 2.0) Slot TV Out HDMI i.LINK Port port Jack (IEEE 1394a) Port* The left side of the computer * Provided with some models External Monitor Port This 15-pin port lets you connect an external video display.

  • Page 39: Right Side

    The Grand Tour LAN Jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor has built-in support for Fast Ethernet LAN or Giga bit Ethernet.(Depend on the model you purchased). Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for details. i.LINK (IEEE1394a) This port allows you to connect an external Port device, such as a digital video camera, for...

  • Page 40: Backside

    The Grand Tour Emergency Eject Hole In the event that the disc drive becomes inexplicably locked or stops responding press this button to force a manual ejection of the ODD tray. DC IN 19V Jack The AC adaptor connects to this socket. Use only the model of AC adaptor that comes with the computer.

  • Page 41: Front With The Display Open

    The Grand Tour Cooling Vents Cooling vents help prevent the CPU from overheating. Memory Module and This cover protects two memory module sockets -one or two modules are pre-installed. Refer to Wireless LAN Cover Memory expansion section in Chapter 8, Optional Devices.
  • Page 42 Pressing this button will launch an application program that allows for playing of CDs or DVDs. The application that is launched differs by model: Windows Media Player/TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER. Play/Pause Button Press this button to begin playing an audio CD, a DVD movie or digital audio file.

  • Page 43: Optical Disc Drive

    The Grand Tour Fingerprint Sensor Just by swiping the finger against the fingerprint sensor, the following functions will be enabled: Log-on to Windows and access a security- enabled homepage through IE (Internet Explorer). Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted and third party access to them prevented.

  • Page 44: Writable Discs

    The Grand Tour Writable discs This section describes the types of writable CD/DVD discs. Check the specifications of your drive for the type of discs it can write. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics. ■ CD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed.

  • Page 45: Ac Adaptor

    Use only the AC adaptor that came with the computer or an equivalent optional adaptor. Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. ■ Use only the AC Adaptor supplied with your computer or an equivalent adaptor that is compatible.

  • Page 46: Chapter 3 Getting Started

    Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. ■ Do not touch the latch while holding the computer. Or you may get injured by the dropped battery by unintentional release of the latch.

  • Page 47: Connecting The Ac Adaptor

    Use only the AC adaptor supplied with your computer or an equivalent adaptor that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor. ■...

  • Page 48: Opening The Display

    Getting Started 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor. Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor 2. Connect the AC adaptor's DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the back of the computer. Connecting the adaptor to the computer 3.

  • Page 49: Turning On The Power

    Getting Started Opening the display Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power. After you turn on the power for the first time, do not turn it off until you have set up the operating system. Refer to the section Windows Vista™...

  • Page 50: Windows Vista™ Setup

    Getting Started Windows Vista™ setup When you first turn on the power, the computer's initial screen is the ® Microsoft Windows Vista™ Startup Screen Logo. Follow the on-screen directions. Windows End User License Agreement Be sure to read the display carefully. Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of the following modes: Shut down (Boot), Hibernation or Sleep Mode.

  • Page 51: Sleep Mode

    Getting Started Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn off the power without exiting from your software. Data is maintained in the computer's main memory. When you turn on the power again, you can continue working right where you left off.

  • Page 52: Hibernation Mode

    Getting Started ■ Close the display panel. This feature must be enabled. Please refer to the Power Options (to access it, click Control Panel System and Maintenance Power Options). When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer.

  • Page 53: Restarting The Computer

    Getting Started Starting Hibernation Mode You can also enable Hibernation Mode by pressing Fn + F4. Refer to Chapter 5, Keyboard, for details. To enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below. 1. Click 2. Click the arrow icon located in the power management button 3.

  • Page 54: System Recovery Options And Restoring The Pre-Installed Software

    The procedure is as follows. Follow the instructions shown on the on- screen menu. 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer and when the TOSHIBA screen appears repeatedly press the F8 key. 3. The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed.
  • Page 55 Getting Started Creating Optical Recovery Discs This section describes how to create Recovery Discs. ■ Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you create Recovery Discs. ■ Be sure to close all other software programs except the Recovery Disc Creator.
  • Page 56 1. Load the Recovery Discs into the optical disc drive and turn off the computer's power. 2. While holding down F12 key on the keyboard, turn on your computer - TOSHIBA when the logo screen appears, release the F12 key.
  • Page 57 When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost. 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer and when the TOSHIBA screen appears repeatedly press the F8 key. 3. The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed.

  • Page 58: Chapter 4 Operating Basics

    Operating Basics Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the TouchPad, fingerprint sensor (optional), USB Sleep and Charge function, web camera (optional), internal microphone (optional), optical media drives, sound system, modem, the wireless LAN and LAN. It also provides tips on caring for your computer.

  • Page 59: Using The Fingerprint Sensor

    Operating Basics Do not press on the TouchPad too hard or press a sharp object such as a ball point pen against the TouchPad. The TouchPad could be damaged. For some functions, you can tap the TouchPad instead of pressing a control button.
  • Page 60 Operating Basics Slide the finger over the recognition sensor ■ Avoid swiping with the finger stiff or pressed-on too hard: Fingerprint reading may fail if the center of the fingerprint is not touching on the sensor, or when finger is swiped while pressing hard. Make sure that the center of the fingerprint is touching the sensor before swiping.
  • Page 61 Operating Basics Observe the following before you place your finger on the sensor whether for fingerprint enrollment/registration or recognition. ■ Wash and dry your hands thoroughly. ■ Remove static electricity from your fingers by touching any metal surface. Static electricity is a common cause of sensor failures, especially when the weather is dry.

  • Page 62: Fingerprint Sensor Limitations

    Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint sensor will recognize the enrolled user or accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times.Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of this fingerprint recognition software or utility.

  • Page 63: Fingerprint Registration

    Operating Basics Set up procedure Please use the following procedure when first using fingerprint authentication. Fingerprint registration Enroll the required authentication data using the Fingerprints Enrollment Wizard. ■ The fingerprint authentication uses the same Windows logon ID and password. If the Windows logon password has not been setup, please do so before registration.

  • Page 64: Fingerprint System Boot Authentication

    ■ It is necessary to register the User Password before using the fingerprint Pre-OS feature and its extended function, the fingerprint Single Sign-On feature. Please use TOSHIBA HW Setup to register the User Password. ■ If you fail fingerprint authentication more than five times, you must enter the User Password or Supervisor Password manually to start the computer.

  • Page 65: How To Enable Fingerprint System Boot Authentication

    Password and Windows Logon password before using the fingerprint Pre- OS feature and this fingerprint Single Sign-On feature. Please use TOSHIBA HW Setup to register your User Password. Only one fingerprint authentication is required to replace the User Password (and, if selected, the HDD user and Supervisor passwords) and Windows Logon password.

  • Page 66: Usb Sleep And Charge Function

    TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. TOSHIBA is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of the fingerprint software or utility.

  • Page 67: Using The Web Camera (Optional)

    Operating Basics Metal paper clips or hair pins/clips will generate heat if they come into contact with USB ports. Do not allow USB ports to come into contact with metal products, for example when carrying the computer in your bag. How to enable/disable USB sleep and charge function You can set enable/disable USB sleep and charge function in HW setup Refer to the...
  • Page 68 Operating Basics Capture Still Video Audio Images Recording Recording Function Display Window Camera resolution Effects Mute Capture Still Images Click to see a preview of the captured image; you can also e-mail the image. Video Recording Click to prepare for recording. Click again to start recording.

  • Page 69: Using The Microphone (Optional)

    Master Volume panel. Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verification library to verify the face data of users when they log in to Windows. The user can thus avoid having to enter a password, which makes the login process easier.

  • Page 70: How To Register The Face Recognition Data

    Toshiba does not guarantee that the face recognition utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of the face recognition software or utility.
  • Page 71 1. To launch this utility, click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities TOSHIBA Face Recognition. The Management screen is displayed. 2. Select a user which is deleted in the Management screen. 3. Click the Delete button. "You are about to delete the user data.

  • Page 72: Auto Mode Login Screen

    Utilities TOSHIBA Face Recognition Help. Windows Logon via TOSHIBA Face Recognition This section explains how to login to Windows with TOSHIBA Face Recognition. Two authentication modes are provided. ■ AUTO Mode Login screen: If the face authentication file is selected by default, you can log in without using the keyboard or mouse.

  • Page 73: Using The Optical Disc Drive

    Operating Basics Using the optical disc drive The full-size drive provides high-performance execution of CD/DVD-based programs. You can run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CDs without an adaptor. An ATAPI interface controller is used for CD/DVD operation. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows.
  • Page 74 Operating Basics Manual release with the eject hole 2. Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened. Pulling the drawer open 3. Place the disc, label side up, in the drawer. User’s Manual 4-17...
  • Page 75 Operating Basics Inserting a disc When the drawer is fully opened, the edge of the computer will extend slightly over the disc tray. Therefore, you will need to turn the disc at an angle when you place it in the tray. After seating the disc, however, make sure it lies flat, as shown in the figure above.

  • Page 76: Removing Discs

    Operating Basics Closing the disc drawer Removing discs To remove the disc, follow the steps below and refer to the figure. Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the disc drive. Wait for the optical media drive indicator to go out before you open the drawer.

  • Page 77: Writing Cd/Dvd With The Dvd Super Multi Drive

    Based on TOSHIBA's limited compatibility testing, we suggest the following manufacturers of CD-R/RW and DVD-R/+R/-RW/+RW/-RAM discs. 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 78 Operating Basics CD-R: TAIYO YUDEN Co., Ltd. MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO, LTD. Ricoh Co., Ltd. Hitachi Maxell Ltd. CD-RW: MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO, LTD. Ricoh Co., Ltd. High Speed MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO, LTD. CD-RW: Ricoh Co., Ltd. Ultra Speed MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO, LTD.
  • Page 79 Write from the computer's hard disc drive to the CD/DVD. Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device. ■ Writing with software other than TOSHIBA Disc Creator is not recommended. User’s Manual 4-22...

  • Page 80: When Writing Or Rewriting

    -RW/-RAM or DVD+R/+RW disc. Do not use cut-and-paste. 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/-RAM disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product.

  • Page 81: Toshiba Disc Creator

    TOSHIBA Disc Creator cannot record in packet format. ■ You might not be able to use the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator to backup a DVD-R/-RW or DVD+R/+RW disc that wasmade with other software on a different DVD-R/-RW or DVD+R/ +RW recorder.

  • Page 82: Data Verification

    2. Mark the Verify written data check box. 3. Select File Open or Full Compare mode. 4. Click the OK button. How to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator Please refer to the Help files for additional TOSHIBA Disc Creator information. Video ®...

  • Page 83: When Using Ulead Moviefactory For Toshiba

    1. Click All Programs MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Ulead MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Launcher to launch MovieFactory. 2. Insert a DVD-RW or DVD+RW disc in Burner. 3. Click Video Disc Burn Video to Disc to launch Direct Recording dialog box, choose DVD-Video/+VR to invoke Straight Capture to Disc Page.
  • Page 84 Operating Basics ■ Do not enter sleep or hibernation mode while using MovieFactory. ■ Do not operate MovieFactory 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.

  • Page 85: Media Care

    To select a region, follow the steps below. 1. Click start, point to All Programs, TOSHIBA, 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 86: Properties Menu

    Operating Basics 2. The Region Selection icon will appear in the Task Bar. Click the icon with the primary mouse button to display a list of regions that the modem supports. A sub menu for telephony location information will also be displayed. A check will appear next to the currently selected region and telephony location.

  • Page 87: Dialing Properties

    Operating Basics Dialing Properties Select this item to display the dialing properties. If you are using the computer in Japan, the Telecommunications Business Law requires that you select Japan region mode. It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection. Connecting To connect the modem cable, follow the steps below.

  • Page 88: Wireless Communications

    Operating Basics Disconnecting To disconnect the internal modem cable, follow the steps below. 1. Pinch the lever on the connector in the telephone jack and pull out the connector. 2. In the same way, pull the cable’s other connector out of the computer. Wireless communications The computer’s wireless communication function supports both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices.

  • Page 89: Product Support

    TOSHIBA strongly recommend the customer to enable the encryption function. ■ TOSHIBA is not liable for the eavesdropping of data due to the use of Wireless LAN and the damage thereof. Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA (depends on the model...

  • Page 90: Lan

    Operating Basics Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals. Check the indicator. It will stop glowing when the wireless communication function is off. Wireless activity LED The wireless activity LED indicates the status of the wireless communication functions. Indicator status Indication LED off...

  • Page 91: Cleaning The Computer

    Operating Basics Connecting LAN cable 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 92: Moving The Computer

    Operating Basics Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any part of it. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer. ■ Remove the dust from the cooling vents on the Left side of the computer regularly with a vacuum cleaner.

  • Page 93: Chapter 5 The Keyboard

    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 94: F1 ... F12 Function Keys

    The Keyboard F1 ... F12 function keys The function keys (not to be confused with Fn) are the 12 keys at the top of your keyboard. These keys function differently from other keys. F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed.

  • Page 95: Hot Keys

    The Keyboard Press Fn + F11 to access the integrated keypad. When activated, the keys with gray markings on the bottom edge become numeric keypad keys. Refer to the Keypad overlay section in this chapter for more information on how to operate these keys. The power on default for both settings is off. Press Fn + F12 to lock the cursor on a specific line.
  • Page 96 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (enlarge): Increases the icon size on the desktop or the font size within one of the supported application windows. Before using Fn + 1 and Fn + 2, you must install the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility. The Utility only supports the following application windows: Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Office, Windows Media Player, Adobe Reader and the icons on the desktop.

  • Page 97: Windows® Special Keys

    The Keyboard Fn Sticky key (Depends on the model you purchased) You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the Fn key sticky, that is, you can press it once, release it, and then press an "F number" key.

  • Page 98: Numeric Mode

    The Keyboard Numeric mode To turn on the Numeric mode, press Fn + F11. Now try numeric data entry using the keys in the following figure. Press Fn + F11 again to turn off the overlay. The numeric keypad overlay Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on) While using the overlay, you can temporarily access the normal keyboard without turning off the overlay:...

  • Page 99: Generating Ascii Characters

    The Keyboard Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation. But, you can generate these characters using their ASCII codes. With the overlay on: 1. Hold down Alt. 2. Using the overlay keys, type the ASCII code. 3.

  • Page 100: Chapter 6 Power And Power-Up Modes

    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.

  • Page 101: Power Indicators

    Power and Power-Up Modes Power indicators As shown in the above table, the Battery 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 pack. The following indicator lights indicate the battery status: Flashing orange The battery charge is low.

  • Page 102: Battery Pack

    Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. ■ Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode.

  • Page 103: Care And Use Of The Battery Pack

    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 104: Safety Precautions

    Power and Power-Up Modes Safety precautions Mishandling of batteries can cause death, serious injury or property damage. Carefully observe the following advisories: Danger: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which could result in death or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions. Warning: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in death or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.
  • Page 105 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.

  • Page 106: Charging The Batteries

    Power and Power-Up Modes Note 1. Never remove the battery pack while the Wake-up on LAN function is enabled. Data will be lost. Before you remove a battery pack, disable the Wake-up on LAN function. 2. After the battery pack is charged, avoid leaving the AC adaptor connected and the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time.

  • Page 107: Battery Charging Notice

    Power and Power-Up Modes Battery charging notice The battery may not charge right away under the following conditions: ■ The battery is extremely hot or cold. If the battery is extremely hot, it might not charge at all. To ensure the battery charges to its full capacity, charge the battery at room temperature of 10°...

  • Page 108: Extending Battery Life

    Power and Power-Up Modes ■ CPU processing speed (depends on the model you purchased) ■ Screen brightness ■ Cooling method (depends on the model you purchased) ■ System Sleep Mode ■ System Hibernation ■ Monitor power off ■ How often and how long you use the hard disk, optical disc. ■...

  • Page 109: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Power and Power-Up Modes 4. Connect the AC adaptor to the computer and the power cord to a power outlet. The Battery indicator should glow orange to indicate that the battery pack is being charged. If the Battery indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied.
  • Page 110 Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. ■ Do not touch the latch while holding the computer. Or you may get injured by the dropped battery by unintentional release of the latch.

  • Page 111: Starting The Computer By Password

    Power and Power-Up Modes Starting the computer by password If you have already registered a password, there are two ways to start the computer: Swipe your fingerprint on the sensor if you have already registered the fingerprint with the Fingerprint utility and enabled Fingerprint Power-on Security.

  • Page 112: Panel Power Off/On

    Power and Power-Up Modes Panel power off/on You can set up your computer so that power turns off automatically when you close the display panel. When you open the panel, power turns on in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode but not in boot mode. If the panel power off function is enabled and you use Shut down ®...

  • Page 113: Chapter 7 Hw Setup

    HW Setup Chapter 7 HW Setup This chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer. TOSHIBA HW Setup lets you configure settings for General, Password, Display, Boot Priority, Keyboard, LAN, and USB. Accessing HW Setup To run HW Setup, click , All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, HWSetup.

  • Page 114: Boot Priority

    HW Setup Password This tab allows you to set or reset the user password for power on. User Password Lets you register a new password or un-register an existing password. Not Registered Un-registers an existing password Registered Register a new password by following the on screen instructions Owner String This blank field is used to display a message when the password field is...
  • Page 115 HW Setup Keyboard Wake-up on Keyboard When this feature is enabled and the computer is in Sleep 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 Sleep Mode. Enabled Enables the Wake-up on Keyboard function.

  • Page 116: Chapter 8 Optional Devices

    Optional Devices Chapter 8 Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer's capabilities and its versatility. This chapter describes connection or installation of the following devices, which are available from your TOSHIBA dealer: Cards/memory ■ ExpressCard ■ SD (Secure Digital)/SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity)/MMC (Multi...

  • Page 117: Expresscard

    Optional Devices ExpressCard The computer is equipped with a expansion slot that can accommodate or one ExpressCard. The ExpressCard expansion slot can accommodate two standard module formats; anExpressCard/34 module and an ExpressCard/ 54 module. An ExpressCard module is a small, modular add-in card technology based on PCI Express and Universal Serial Bus (USB) interfaces.

  • Page 118: Removing An Expresscard

    Optional Devices Removing an ExpressCard ■ Before removing an ExpressCard, make sure that any applications or system services do not use the card. ■ Be sure to disable the ExpressCard prior to removing it. Otherwise, the system may be fatally damaged. To remove the ExpressCard, follow the steps below.

  • Page 119: Sd/Sdhc/Mmc/Memory Stick/Memory Stick Pro/Xd Memory Cards

    Optional Devices SD/SDHC/MMC/MEMORY STICK/MEMORY STICK PRO/xD Memory cards The computer is equipped with a multiple digital media card slot that can accommodate SD/SDHC/MMC/MEMORY STICK/MEMORY STICK PRO/ xD memory cards. These memory cards let you easily transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants, which use flash-memory.

  • Page 120: Removing A Memory Card

    Optional Devices Inserting a memory card Be sure the memory card is oriented properly before you insert it. If ® Windows fails to read the card, remove it then re-insert it. The multiple digital media card slot only accepts one type of card at a time. Do not attempt to install more than one card as you risk damaging either the cards themselves or the computer.

  • Page 121: Memory Expansion

    Optional Devices ■ Make sure the memory card indicator is out before you remove the card or turn off the computer's power. If you remove the card or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the card you may lose data or damage the card.

  • Page 122: Installing A Memory Module

    Optional Devices ■ Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA. ■ Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following conditions. You can damage the computer and the module. Also, data will be lost. a. The computer is turned on.
  • Page 123 Optional Devices 6. Lift one side of the insulator sheet and fit the module's connectors into the computer's connectors at about a 45 degree angle. Press the module carefully to ensure a firm connection. Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems.

  • Page 124: Removing A Memory Module

    Optional Devices Removing a memory module To remove the memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then: 1. Be sure the power is off and all cables are disconnected from the computer. 2. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery and the screws securing the memory module cover.

  • Page 125: Additional Battery Pack

    Optional Devices Additional battery pack You can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs. If you’re away from an AC power source and your battery runs low, you can replace it with a freshly charged battery. Refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.

  • Page 126: Hdmi

    Optional Devices Connecting a television 3. Turn the television on. 4. Turn the computer on. HDMI A HDMI monitor can be connected to the HDMI out port on the computer. 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p and 480p signal formats can be supported. But actual signal format you can use depends on HDMI monitor.

  • Page 127: I.link (Ieee1394)

    Optional Devices Setting for display video on HDMI To view video on the HDMI device, be sure to configure the following settings otherwise you may find that nothing is displayed. ■ Be Sure to use the Fn + F5 hot keys to select the display device before starting to play video.
  • Page 128 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 129: Esata (External Serial Ata)

    Optional Devices Disconnecting 1. Open the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar. 2. Point to i.LINK (IEEE1394) device and click. 3. Disconnect the cable from the computer then from the i.LINK device. Refer also to the documentation that came with your i.LINK device. eSATA (External Serial ATA) An device corresponding to eSATA function can be connected to the eSATA/USB combo port on the computer.

  • Page 130: Security Lock

    Optional Devices Disconnecting an eSATA device When you have finished using an eSATA device, you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it: 1. Wait for the indicator light of an eSATA device to go out to make sure all activity has stopped.

  • Page 131: Troubleshooting

    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 132: Analyzing The Problem

    Troubleshooting ■ Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins. ■ Check that your CD/DVD/CD-RW is correctly inserted. 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.

  • Page 133: Hardware And System Checklist

    This message remains on the screen for a few seconds. If the self test is successful, the computer tries to load the operating system, depending on how the Boot Priority is set in the TOSHIBA HW Setup program. If any of the following conditions are present, the self test failed: ■...

  • Page 134: Overheating Power Down

    Troubleshooting Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC outlet, the battery pack is the primary power source. However, your computer has a number of other power resources, including an intelligent power supply and a Real Time Clock battery. These resources are interrelated and any one could affect apparent power problems.

  • Page 135: Disposing Of Pc And Pc Batteries

    Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Battery doesn’t charge If the battery is completely discharged, it will not when the AC adaptor is begin charging immediately. Wait a few minutes. attached (Battery If the battery still does not charge, make sure the indicator does not glow outlet of the AC adaptor is supplying power.

  • Page 136: Real Time Clock

    Troubleshooting ■ Please be kind to our shared environment. Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly. This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations.

  • Page 137: Lcd Panel

    Troubleshooting Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more information refer to Chapter 5, Keyboard. Problem Procedure Some letter keys Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not produce numbers selected. Press Fn + F11 and try typing again. Output to screen is Make sure the software you are using is not garbled...

  • Page 138: Dvd Super Multi Drive

    Troubleshooting 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.
  • Page 139 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 140: Usb Mouse

    Troubleshooting Problem Procedure The response of the Adjust the touch sensitivity. TouchPad is too 1. Click , Control Panel, Hardware and sensitive Sound, then Mouse icon. 2. Wihtin the Mouse Properties window, click the Device Settings tab. 3. Click the Settings button. 4.
  • Page 141 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure The mouse pointer The mouse might be dirty. Refer to your mouse moves erratically documentation for instructions on cleaning. If problems persist, contact your dealer. Also refer to your USB device’s documentation. Problem Procedure USB device does not Check for a firm cable connection between the work USB ports on the computer and the USB device.
  • Page 142 Troubleshooting USB Sleep and Charge function Problem Procedure I cannot use the "USB The setting of "USB Sleep and Charge function" Sleep and Charge may be [Disabled]. Change the setting to function". [Enabled] in the HW Setup. When there is a current overflow of the external device connected to the compatible port, USB bus power (DC5V) supply may be stopped for safety reasons.
  • Page 143 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure External devices Some external devices may not work when connected to the connected to a compatible port when the "USB compatible ports do not Sleep and Charge function" is [Enabled] in the work when connected to HW Setup. a compatible port.

  • Page 144: Sound System

    Troubleshooting Sound system Refer also to documentation for your audio devices. Problem Procedure No sound is heard Check the software volume settings. Make sure the headphone connection is secure. If problems persist, contact your dealer. Monitor Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, and to your monitor’s documentation.
  • Page 145 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Communication is cut The computer will automatically cut off off unexpectedly communication when connection with the carrier is not successful for a set time interval. Try lengthening this time interval. CONNECT display is Check the error control setting in your quickly replaced by communications application.

  • Page 146: Fingerprint Sensor

    If problems persist, contact your dealer. Fingerprint Pre-OS Please use TOSHIBA HW Setup to register the feature or Single Sign User Password if it was not registered. On feature cannot be...

  • Page 147: 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 148: Specifications

    Specifications Appendix A Specifications This appendix summarizes the computer's technical specifications. Environmental Requirements Operating Non-operating Ambient temperature 5°C to 35°C -20°C to 60°C Relative humidity 20% to 80% 10% to 90% Altitude (from sea 0 to 3,000 meters 0 to 10,000 meters level) Power Requirements AC adaptor...
  • Page 149 Specifications Communication specifications Communication Data: Full duplex System Fax: Half duplex Communication Data protocol ITU-T-Rec V.21/V.22/V.22bis/V.32/ (Former CCITT) V.32bis/V.34/V.90/V.92 Bell 103/212A Fax: ITU-T-Rec V.17/V.29/V.27ter/V.21 ch2 (Former CCITT) Communication Data transmission and reception Speed 300/1200/2400/4800/7200/9600/12000/14400/ 16800/19200/21600/24000/26400/28800/31200/ 33600 bps Data reception only with V.90 28000/29333/30666/32000/33333/34666/36000/ 37333/38666/40000/41333/42666/44000/45333/ 46666/48000/49333/50666/52000/53333/54666/...

  • Page 150: Appendix B Display Controller

    Display Controller Appendix B Display Controller 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 151: Wireless Lan

    Wireless LAN Appendix C Wireless LAN Card Specifications Form Factor Mini PCI TypeIII ■ Compatibility IEEE 802.11 Standard for Wireless LANs ■ Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance. The "Wi-Fi CERTIFIED" logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ®...
  • Page 152 Subject to the radio regulations that apply in the countries/regions, your Wireless LAN card may support a different set of 2.4 GHz channels. Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for information about the radio regulations that apply in the countries/regions.
  • Page 153 Wireless LAN When installing Wireless LAN cards, the channel configuration is managed as follows: ■ For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN Infrastructure, the Wireless LAN card will automatically start operation at the channel identified by the Wireless LAN Access Point. When roaming between different access points the station can dynamically switch to another channel if required.

  • Page 154: Certification Agencies

    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 1.7 meters...
  • Page 155 AC Power Cord and Connectors The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U.S.A. and Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and Europe. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved BS approved CSA approved Australia Europe AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency User’s Manual...

  • Page 156: Legal Footnotes

    Legal Footnotes Appendix E Legal Footnotes This chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. In the text in this manual, *XX is used to show which Legal Footnotes description is related to TOSHIBA computers. Description(s) related to this computer are marked with a blue *XX in this manual.
  • Page 157 For optimum performance, use your computer product only under recommended conditions. Read additional restrictions in your product documentation. Contact TOSHIBA technical service and support, refer to TOSHIBA support section in Chapter 9 Troubleshooting for more information.

  • Page 158: Battery Life

    Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by TOSHIBA at the time of publication. Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge while computer is consuming full power.

  • Page 159: Copy Protection

    Legal Footnotes Wireless LAN 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. [54Mbps is the theoretical maximum speed under the IEEE802.11 (a/b/g) standard.] The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed.

  • Page 160: 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 161: Toshiba Theft Registration

    If your computer is stolen TOSHIBA Theft Registration Send to: TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Technical Service and Support Leibnizstr. 2 93055 Regensburg Germany Fax number: +49 (0) 941 7807 921 Country stolen: Machine type: (e.g. A300D) Model number: (e.g. PSA30EYXT) Serial number: (e.g.
  • Page 162 Glossary Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. Abbreviations AACS: advanced access content system AC: Alternating current ACPI: Advanced Configuration and Power Interface AMT: Intel Active Management Technology ASCII: American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS: basic input/output system bps: bits per second CD: compact disc...
  • Page 163 Glossary GB: gigabyte HDD: hard disk drive HDCP: high-bandwidth digital content protection HDMI: high definition multimedia interface HDMI-CEC: high definition multimedia interface consumer electronics control IDE: integrated drive electronics IEEE: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IMSM: Intel Matrix Storage Manager I/O: input/output IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte...
  • Page 164 Glossary adaptor: A device that provides a compatible connection between two units. For example, the computer's internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen. An adapter can take a number of forms, from a microprocessor to a simple connector: An intelligent adapter (one that is capable of doing some processing) may also be called a controller.
  • Page 165 Glossary boot disk: See system disk. boot: Short for bootstrap. A program that starts or restarts the computer. The program reads instructions from a storage device into the computer's memory. bootable disk: See system disk. bps: Bits per second. Typically used to describe the data transmission speed of a modem.
  • Page 166 Glossary click: To press and release the pointing device's primary button without moving the pointing device. In the Windows® operating system, this refers to the pointing device's left button, unless otherwise stated. See also double-click. CMOS: Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor. An electronic circuit fabricated on a silicon wafer that requires very little power.
  • Page 167 Glossary data bits: A data communications parameter controlling the number of bits (binary digits) used to make up a byte. If data bits = 7 the computer can generate 128 unique characters. If data bits = 8 the computer can generate 256 unique characters. data: Information that is factual, measurable or statistical that a computer can process, store, or retrieve.
  • Page 168 Glossary DVD-R (+R, -R): A Digital Versatile Disc-Recordable disk can be written once and read many times. The DVD-R drive uses a laser to read data from the disc. DVD-RAM: A Digital Versatile Disc-Random Access Memory is a high capacity, high performance disc that lets you store large volumes of data.
  • Page 169 The computer's feature in which certain keys in combination with the extended function key, FN, can be used to set system parameters, such as speaker volume. HW Setup: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various hardware components. User’s Manual...
  • Page 170 Glossary i.LINK (IEEE1394): This port enables high-speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video cameras. I/O devices: Equipment used to communicate with the computer and transfer data to and from it. I/O: Input/output. Refers to acceptance and transfer of data to and from a computer.
  • Page 171 Glossary L2 cache: Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory. See also cache memory, L1 cache. LAN: A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with any other on the network.
  • Page 172 Glossary network: A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities. A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices, such as printers, with other users and to exchange electronic mail. non-system disk: A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer.
  • Page 173 The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers. Power Saver: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various power-saving functions. program: A set of instructions a computer can execute that enables it to achieve a desired result.
  • Page 174 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): Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read.
  • Page 175 TFT display: A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology with thin film transistor (TFT) to drive each cell. Touch Pad: A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest. USB: Universal Serial Bus. This serial interface lets you communicate with several devices connected in a chain to a single port on the computer.
  • Page 176 Glossary warm start: Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off. ® Wi-Fi : A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components.
  • Page 177 Index Index AC adaptor, 1-4 Equipment checklist, 1-1 additional, 1-14 Express card connecting, 3-2 inserting, 8-2 ASCII characters, 5-7 removing, 8-3 Expresscard, 8-2 Battery charging, 6-7 Floppy disk extending battery life, 6-9 using, 4-16 indicator, 6-1 Fn + Esc (sound mute), 5-3 location, 2-5 Fn + F1 (instant security), 5-3 Monitoring capacity, 6-8...
  • Page 178 4-29 Power, 9-4 region selection, 4-28 Real Time Clock, 9-6 Monitor, external, 1-6, 8-10 Self test, 9-3 Sound system, 9-14 Support from TOSHIBA, Ports, 1-6 9-17 external monitor, 1-6 System start-up, 9-3 USB, 1-6 USB, 9-11 Wireless LAN, 9-15 Processor, 1-2 User’s Manual...
  • Page 179 5-2 ScrLock, 5-3 Sound System, 1-7 Headphone (S/P DIF) jack, 1-7 microphone jack, 1-7 mute hot keys, 5-3 TOSHIBA ConfigFree, 1-13 TOSHIBA Theft Registration, F-2 Touch Pad, 1-6 location, 2-6 using, 4-1 USB, 1-6 Video RAM, 1-3 Wireless communication...

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