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  • Page 1 User’s Manual PORTÉGÉ R300...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Copyright..........vi Disclaimer .
  • Page 3 Using the Fingerprint Sensor ....... 4-2 RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA ......4-9 Media care .
  • Page 4 TOSHIBA support ........
  • Page 5 Regulatory statements ........G-3 ® Using Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA equipment in Japan ..G-5 AC Power Cord and Connectors Appendix H Certification agencies .

  • Page 6: Copyright

    Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Sonic RecordNow! is a registered trademark of Sonic Solutions. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license. Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual.

  • Page 7: Fcc Information

    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 interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer’s external monitor port, USB port and...

  • Page 8: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    PORTÉGÉ R300 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares, that the product: PPR30* conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary “The product complies with the requirements of Information: the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.”...

  • Page 9: Japan Regulations

    PORTÉGÉ R300 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 DE03,04,05,08,09,12,14,17 Greece ATAAB AN005,AN006 and GR01,02,03,04...
  • Page 10 PORTÉGÉ R300 One of the labels shown below is attached to the modem module. Pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68: When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give them the following information: ■...

  • Page 11: Type Of Service

    FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by TOSHIBA Corporation or an authorized representative of TOSHIBA Corporation.

  • Page 12: Instructions For Ic Cs-03 Certified Equipment

    PORTÉGÉ R300 Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment 1. The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

  • Page 13: Notes For Users In Australia And New Zealand

    PORTÉGÉ R300 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 compliance with Austel standards when the country/region selection is set to Australia.
  • Page 14 PORTÉGÉ R300 ■ Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom’s PTC Specifications are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this modem. The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom Specifications: a/ There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and;...

  • Page 15: General Conditions

    PORTÉGÉ R300 ■ The transmit level from this device is set at a fixed level and because of this there may be circumstances where the performance is less than optimal. Before reporting such occurrences as faults, please check the line with a standard Telepermitted telephone, and only report a fault if the phone performance is impaired.

  • Page 16: Preface

    Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the PORTÉGÉ R300 series computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, includes multimedia functionality, and is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing. This manual tells how to set up and begin using your PORTÉGÉ R300 computer.
  • Page 17 PORTÉGÉ R300 Icons Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations.

  • Page 18: General Precautions

    General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury 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 19: Heat Injury

    PORTÉGÉ R300 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 20: Equipment Checklist

    Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre-installed by TOSHIBA. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer, taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use.
  • Page 21 ® ■ Microsoft Windows XP Professional ■ Microsoft Internet Explorer ■ TOSHIBA Utilities ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format ■ RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA ■ Recovery Disc Creator ■ TOSHIBA TouchPad On/Off Utility ■...
  • Page 22 Getting Started This section provides basic information to start using your computer. It covers the following topics: ■ Connecting the AC adaptor ■ Opening the display ■ Turning on the power ■ Starting up for the first time ■ Turning off the power ■...

  • Page 23: Connecting The Ac Adaptor

    TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury.
  • Page 24 Getting Started 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor. Figure 1-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (2-pin plug) Figure 1-2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (3-pin plug) Depending on the model in question, either a 2-pin or 3-pin adaptor/power lead will be bundled with the computer.

  • Page 25: Opening The Display

    Getting Started Opening the display The computer's LCD display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing. 1. Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to unlatch the LCD display panel. 2. While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body of the computer is not raised, slowly lift the LCD display panel - this will allow the angle of the LCD display panel to be adjusted to provide optimum clarity.

  • Page 26: Turning On The Power

    Getting Started Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power - the Power indicator will then indicate the status. Please refer to the Power indicators section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for more information. ■...

  • Page 27: Turning Off The Power

    Getting Started Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes, either Shut Down (Boot) Mode, Hibernation Mode or Standby Mode. Shut Down mode (Boot Mode) When you turn off the power in Shut Down Mode no data will be saved and the computer will boot to the operating system's main screen the next time it is switched on.
  • Page 28 1. Click start, click Turn Off Computer and then click Stand By. 2. Close the computer's LCD display panel. Please note that this feature must be enabled - please refer to the Setup Actions tab in the TOSHIBA Power Saver for further information (to access this utility, click start followed by Control Panel followed by Performance and Maintenance and then click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon).

  • Page 29: Hibernation Mode

    Getting Started 3. Slide the power button. Please note that this feature must be enabled - please refer to the Setup Actions tab in the TOSHIBA Power Saver for further information (to access this utility, click start followed by Control Panel followed by Performance and Maintenance and then click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon).
  • Page 30 For the computer to shut down into Hibernation Mode, this feature must be enabled in two places within the TOSHIBA Power Saver, (a) the Hibernate tab, (b) and the Setup Actions tab.

  • Page 31: Restarting The Computer

    Getting Started Data save in Hibernation Mode When you turn off the power in Hibernation Mode, the computer will take a moment to save the current data in memory to the hard disk drive. During this time, the Hard Disk Drive indicator will glow. After you turn off the computer, and the content of memory has been saved to the hard disk drive, turn off the power to any peripheral devices.

  • Page 32: Creating A Optical Recovery Discs

    ■ A writable external optical disc drive that is sold separately and compatible to the computer is required to create the Recovery Discs. It can be purchased from TOSHIBA dealers. ■ This machine supporting the following optical disc drives for...

  • Page 33: Restoring The Pre-Installed Software From The Recovery Hard Disk Drive

    Recovery Discs A external optical disc drive that is sold separately and compatible to the computer is required to create the Recovery Discs. It can be purchased from TOSHIBA dealers. ■ This machine supporting the following optical disc drives for...
  • Page 34 2. Hold down the F12 key and turn on the power - when the In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA logo screen appears, release the F12 key. 3. Use the left and right cursors key to select the optical disc drive icon from the menu.

  • Page 35: Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

    System Display latch Speaker Microphone Power communication indicators button Headphone switch jack TOSHIBA TOSHIBA Power on & Microphone Volume control Presentation Assist button Application Button jack button Lock Switch Figure 2-1 Front of the computer with LCD display panel closed...
  • Page 36 By default this button will automatically launch button the TOSHIBA Assist application, although you can use the TOSHIBA Controls utility to specify a different application if required. Please note that, if the computer is switched off into either Standby Mode or Hibernation Mode,...
  • Page 37 The Grand Tour Volume control Use this dial to adjust the volume of the internal monaural speaker and optional external stereo headphones (if connected). Move the Volume control to the right to increase the volume and to the left to decrease the volume.

  • Page 38: Left Side

    The Grand Tour Left side The following figure shows the computer’s left side. PC Card External monitor PC Card slot DC IN 15V jack eject button port Universal Serial bus SD Card slot LAN jack (USB 2.0) ports Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer DC IN 15V jack The AC adaptor connects to this jack in order to power the computer and charge its internal...

  • Page 39: Right Side

    The Grand Tour External monitor This port allows you to connect an external video port display to the computer. PC Card slot This slot can accommodate a single Type II, 16- bit or 32-bit (CardBus) PC Card device. PC Card eject button This button is used in order to remove a PC Card from within the computer.
  • Page 40 The Grand Tour Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of the CF card slot. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. Security lock slot A security cable can be attached to this slot and then connected to a desk or other large object in order to deter theft of the computer.

  • Page 41: Back Side

    The Grand Tour Back side The following figure shows the computer’s back side. Battery pack Figure 2-4 The back side of the computer Battery pack The battery pack provides power to the computer when the AC adaptor is not connected. For more detailed information on the use and operation of the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6, Power...

  • Page 42: Front With The Display Open

    The Grand Tour Battery lock Slide this latch into its 'Unlock' position in order to release the battery pack ready for removal. Cooling vents The cooling vents is on the underside. Refer to Right side section, for details. Memory module The memory module slots are located here.
  • Page 43 The Grand Tour Display hinges The display hinges allow the LCD display panel to be position at a variety of easy-to-view angles. Display screen Please be aware that, when the computer is operating on the AC adaptor, the image displayed on the internal screen will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power.

  • Page 44: System Indicators

    In order to set up and configure this feature you should use the TOSHIBA Power Saver - the default setting is 'Enabled'. Please refer to the TOSHIBA Power Saver and Panel Power Off/On...
  • Page 45 The Grand Tour DC IN The DC IN indicator normally glows green when power is being correctly supplied from the AC power adaptor. However, If the output voltage from the adaptor is abnormal, or if the computer's power supply malfunctions, this indicator will flash orange.

  • Page 46: Keyboard Indicators

    The Grand Tour Keyboard indicators The following figures show the positions of the Caps Lock indicator and the keypad overlay indicators which show the following conditions: ■ When the Caps Lock indicator glows, the keyboard will produce capitals when any letter is typed. ■...

  • Page 47: Ac Adaptor

    TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury.

  • Page 48: Chapter 3 Features, Utilities And Options

    Chapter 3 Features, Utilities and Options Features The computer extensively uses TOSHIBA's advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI), Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage, and high reliability, and incorporates the following features and benefits:...
  • Page 49 Features, Utilities and Options Legal Footnote (CPU) For more information on the CPU, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix J or Click the *2 above. Memory Slots 256, 512, 1,024 or 2,048MB memory modules can be installed in the computer's two memory slots for a maximum of 4,096MB system memory.

  • Page 50: Video Mode

    Features, Utilities and Options Disks Hard disk drive The following 5 types of hard disk drives can be installed in this computer. The capacity of each hard disk drive model is different. ■ 30.0 billion bytes (27.95 GB) ■ 40.0 billion bytes (37.26 GB) ■...
  • Page 51 Features, Utilities and Options Sound Sound system The integrated sound system provides support for the computer's internal speakers and microphone, as allowing an external microphone and headphones to be connected via the appropriate jacks. Communications Modem The integrated modem provides capability for data and fax communications that support the V.90 (V.92) standards and includes a modem jack for connection to the telephone line.

  • Page 52: Special Features

    For more information regarding Wireless LAN, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix J or click the *8 above. 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...
  • Page 53 Refer to the Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for more details. The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive will not be damaged. User’s Manual...

  • Page 54: Utilities

    ■ Buttons: Assign applications or functions to the 2 buttons (TOSHIBA Assist, TOSHIBA Presentation). To access this utility, click start followed by Control Panel followed by Printers and Other Hardware and then click the TOSHIBA Controls icon. User’s Manual...
  • Page 55 'shortcut' keys to quickly launch applications and speed your work within Windows. To access this utility, click start followed by All Programs followed by TOSHIBA followed by Utilities and then click Fn-esse. Bluetooth Stack for This software enables communication between...
  • Page 56 All Programs followed by TOSHIBA followed by Utilities and then click PC Diagnostic Tool. TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities that improve the ease and control of communication devices and network connections, help in the...

  • Page 57: Optional Devices

    Optional devices Optional devices can expand the computer's capabilities and its versatility. This section describes the connection or installation of the following devices which should be available from your reseller or TOSHIBA dealer: Cards/memory ■ PC Card ■...

  • Page 58: Pc Card

    The computer is equipped with a single PC Card slot that can accommodate a Type II format card. Any PC Card that meets industry standards, either manufactured by TOSHIBA or another vendor, can be installed as the slot supports 16-bit PC Cards and 32-bit CardBus cards.

  • Page 59: Media Care

    Features, Utilities and Options 3. Press the PC Card eject button to partially extend it out of the computer. If the PC Card is not inserted all the way into the computer, the eject button may not cause it to pop out sufficiently to allows it to be grasped. In this instance, simply push the PC Card firmly back into the computer and then press the eject button again.

  • Page 60: Sd Card

    Features, Utilities and Options ■ Do not remove an SD Card while read/write is in progress. For more details on using memory cards, see manuals accompanying the cards. SD Card ® Set the SD Card type SD memory cards and Bluetooth SDIO cards in the SD Card slot.

  • Page 61: Sd Memory Card

    TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format utility, not with the format command provided within Windows. In order to run the TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format utility, click start followed by All Programs followed by TOSHIBA followed by Utilities and then click SD Memory Card Format. Please note that the TOSHIBA SD...

  • Page 62: Cf (Compactflash) Cards

    Features, Utilities and Options SDIO card ® Add the Bluetooth wireless communication function to a computer with the SDIO card. CF (CompactFlash) cards Some models are provided with a CF card slot. This slot accommodates CF card. You cannot use CF card that does not conform to CF card Association specifications.

  • Page 63: Memory Expansion

    Features, Utilities and Options 3. Press the CF card eject button to partially extend it out of the computer. If the CF card is not inserted all the way into the computer, the eject button may not cause it to pop out sufficiently to allows it to be grasped. In this instance, simply push the CF card firmly back into the computer and then press the eject button again.

  • Page 64: Installing A Memory Module

    Features, Utilities and Options ■ Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA. ■ Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following conditions as you can damage the computer and/or the module, and you risk losing data: a.
  • Page 65 Features, Utilities and Options 4. Loosen the two screws securing the memory module cover in place - please note that those screws are attached to the cover in order to prevent it from being lost. 5. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off. Screws Memory module cover...

  • Page 66: Removing A Memory Module

    Features, Utilities and Options 7. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with two screws. Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed. Memory module Screws cover Figure 3-9 Seating the memory module cover 8.

  • Page 67: Battery Pack

    Features, Utilities and Options 7. Grasp the module by its edges and remove it from the computer. ■ If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules and the circuits locating close to the memory modules will become hot. In this case, let them cool to room temperature before you replace them.

  • Page 68: Battery Charger

    Features, Utilities and Options Battery Charger The battery charger provides a convenient way to charge up to two Lithium Ion battery packs without requiring the use of your computer. USB FDD Kit The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1.44MB or 720KB floppy diskette and connects to one of the computer's USB ports.

  • Page 69: External Monitor

    Features, Utilities and Options If you connect the USB floppy diskette drive after the computer has already been switched on, it will take about ten seconds for it to be recognized by the computer. Do not attempt to disconnect and reconnect the drive before this period has elapsed.

  • Page 70: Usb Optical Disc Drive Kit

    Features, Utilities and Options When you turn on the power, the computer will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device. In the event that you find that there are issues getting an image displayed on the correct monitor, you should consider using the Fn + F5 hot key to change the display settings (if you then disconnect the external monitor before you turn the computer's power off, be sure to press Fn + F5 hot key again to...

  • Page 71: Options

    You are able to add a number of options and accessories in order to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use. For reference, the following list details some of the items that are available from your reseller or TOSHIBA dealer: DDR2-533 Memory A 256MB, 512MB, 1,024MB or 2,048MB memory module (DDR2-533) can easily be installed in the computer.
  • Page 72 Features, Utilities and Options Universal AC If you frequently use your computer at more than Adaptor one site, it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in order to remove the need to always carry the adaptor with you.

  • Page 73: Chapter 4 Operating Basics

    Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer, highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it. Using the Touch Pad To use the Touch Pad, simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go.

  • Page 74: Using The Fingerprint Sensor

    Operating Basics You can also tap the Touch Pad to perform functions similar to those of the left button on a standard mouse. Click: Tap once Double-click: Tap twice Drag and drop: Tap to select the item(s) you want to move, leave your finger on the Touch Pad after the second tap and then move the item(s) to their new destination.

  • Page 75: Points To Note About The Fingerprint Sensor

    Operating Basics The following illustrations show the recommended way to swipe your finger over the fingerprint sensor. Figure 4-2 Swipe the finger ■ Avoid swiping with your finger stiff or pressed too hard onto the sensor, and take care to ensure that the center of the fingerprint is touching the sensor before swiping.
  • Page 76 Operating Basics ■ 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. ■ Clean the sensor with a lint-free cloth - do not use detergent or any other chemicals to clean the sensor.

  • Page 77: Points To Note About The Fingerprint Utility Software

    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 78: Window Logon Via Fingerprint Authentication

    Operating Basics ■ In use, the fingerprint authentication system will use the same username and password as defined within the Windows operating system. If no Windows password has been configured, you must do this before starting the fingerprint registration process. ■...
  • Page 79 ■ You must ensure that you use the TOSHIBA Password Utility to register a User Password before using the Fingerprint Power-on Security and its extended function to allow fingerprints to be used to access the computer when it is switched on.
  • Page 80 Password and Windows Logon Password before using the Fingerprint Power-on Security and this Fingerprint Single Sign-on Feature. Please use the TOSHIBA Password Utility to register your User/BIOS Password. If Windows Logon is not the default for your system, see Manual to register your Windows Logon Password.

  • Page 81: Recordnow! Basic For Toshiba

    TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility technology will be completely secure or error-free, or that it 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.

  • Page 82: Media Care

    Operating Basics ■ If you add data to a DVD-R or DVD+R disc that you have already recorded to, you might not be able to read the added data under some circumstances. For example, it cannot be read under 16-bit operating systems, such as Windows 98SE and Windows Me, while in Windows NT4 you will need Service Pack 6 or later, and in Windows 2000, you will need Service Pack 2.

  • Page 83: Floppy Diskettes

    Operating Basics 5. Do not expose the CD or DVD to direct sunlight, extreme heat or cold. 6. Do not place heavy objects on your CD's or DVD's. 7. If your CD's or DVD's become dusty or dirty, wipe them with a clean dry cloth from the center hole outwards - do not wipe in a circular direction.

  • Page 84: Sound System

    Operating Basics Sound system This section describes some of the audio control functions, including sound levels. Volume Control The Volume Control utility lets you control the audio volume under Windows for both playback and recording. ■ To launch the Volume Control for Playback utility, click start followed by All Programs followed by Accessories followed by Entertainment and then click Volume Control.

  • Page 85: Properties Menu

    Operating Basics To select a region, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Click start followed by All Programs followed by TOSHIBA followed by Networking and then click Modem Region Select. If it is available, do not use the Country/Region Select function included as...

  • Page 86: Modem Selection

    Operating Basics Modem Selection If the computer cannot recognize the internal modem, a dialog box is displayed from which you should select the appropriate communications port for your modem to use. Dialing Properties You should select this item in order to display the dialing properties. If you are using the computer in Japan, the Telecommunications Business Law requires that you select Japan region mode.

  • Page 87: Wireless Communications

    Operating Basics If you use a storage device such as an optical drive or hard disk drive connected to a 16-bit PC Card, you might experience the following problems with the operation of the modem: ■ The modem speed is slow or communication is periodically interrupted. ■...

  • Page 88: Bluetooth Wireless Technology

    ■ TOSHIBA is not liable for the loss of data due to eavesdropping or illegal access through the wireless LAN and the damage thereof. Bluetooth wireless technology ®...
  • Page 89 On Windows 2000 and Windows XP, the Bluetooth Stack for ® Windows by TOSHIBA software does not have a digital signature. 2. Fax application software: Please be aware that there is some fax application software that you ® cannot use on this Bluetooth Stack.

  • Page 90: Lan

    Operating Basics Wireless communication switch You can enable or disable Wireless communication and Bluetooth functions, with the on/off switch. No transmissions are sent or received when the switch is off. Slide the switch to the right to turn it on and to the left to turn it off.

  • Page 91: Lan Cable Types

    Operating Basics Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake-up on LAN is enabled. ■ The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off. Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature. ■...

  • Page 92: Cleaning The Computer

    Operating Basics 2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place. LAN jack LAN cable Figure 4-4 Connecting the LAN cable 3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector. Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub.

  • Page 93: Moving The Computer

    Operating Basics Moving the computer While the computer is designed for rugged durability you should exercise a few simple precautions when moving it in order to help ensure trouble-free operation. ■ Before moving the computer, it is recommended that you change the setting associated with the Hard Disk Drive Protection feature.

  • Page 94: Using The Hard Disk Drive (Hdd) Protection

    Please be aware that this function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive will not be damaged. ■ The secondary hard disk drive is not supported by the TOSHIBA HDD protection function. When vibration or shock is detected, the following message will be...

  • Page 95: Toshiba Hdd Protection Properties

    Control Panel. Figure 4-6 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties HDD Protection This section allows you to configure whether the TOSHIBA Hard Disk Drive Protection function is enabled or disabled. Detection Level This function can be set to one of four levels (OFF, 1, 2 and 3) depending on the environment in which the computer is being used.
  • Page 96 AC power (desktop) - with these settings configured, the detection level will automatically switch according to the power connection mode in use. Details To open the Details window, click the Setup Detail button in the TOSHIBA Hard Disk Drive Protection Properties window. Figure 4-7 Details...

  • Page 97: Heat Dispersal

    - these functions are controlled within the Cooling Method item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver. When the processor's temperature falls to a normal range, the fan will be turned off and the processor operation returned to its standard speed.

  • Page 98: Chapter 5 The Keyboard

    Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer's keyboard layouts are compatible with a 101/102-key enhanced keyboard - by pressing some keys in combination, all of the 101/102-key enhanced keyboard functions can be performed on the computer. The number of keys available on your keyboard will depend on which country/region your computer is configured for, with keyboards being available for numerous languages.

  • Page 99: Function Keys: F1

    Soft keys: Fn key combinations The Fn (function) is unique to TOSHIBA computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys. Soft keys are key combinations that enable, disable or configure specific features.

  • Page 100: Hot Keys

    The Keyboard Press Fn + F10 or Fn + F11 to access the computer's integrated keypad. When activated, the keys with grey markings on their bottom edge become either numeric keypad keys (Fn + F11) or cursor control keys (Fn + F10). Please refer to the Keypad overlay section in this chapter for more...
  • Page 101 Fn and F2 keys will put the selected setting into effect. In addition, you can also change this setting through the Profile options in the TOSHIBA Power Saver. Standby Mode: Pressing Fn + F3 places the computer into Standby Mode.
  • Page 102 You are also able to change this setting through the Screen brightness item of the Basic Setup tab within the TOSHIBA Power Saver. Internal LCD Display Brightness: Pressing Fn + F7 increases the LCD display brightness in individual steps.

  • Page 103: Fn Sticky Key

    2 key while holding down the Fn key. Fn Sticky key You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the Fn key sticky, that is, you can press it once, release it, and then press an "F number" key.

  • Page 104: Windows Special Keys

    The Keyboard Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows, the Windows logo key activates the start menu while the application key has the same function as the secondary (right) mouse button. This key activates the Windows start menu. This key has the same function as the secondary (right) mouse button.

  • Page 105: Numeric Mode

    The Keyboard Numeric mode To turn on Numeric Mode, press Fn + F11 - the Numeric Mode indicator lights and you are able to access numeric characters by using the keys. You are able to press Fn + F11 again to turn off this overlay function. Figure 5-2 The numeric keypad overlay Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on) While using the overlay, you can temporarily access the normal keyboard...

  • Page 106: Generating Ascii Characters

    The Keyboard Temporarily changing modes If the computer is in Numeric Mode, you can switch temporarily to Arrow Mode by pressing a Shift key, while if it is in Arrow Mode, you can switch temporarily to Numeric Mode by also pressing a Shift key. Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation, but you are able to generate these characters using their specific...

  • Page 107: Chapter 6 Power And Power-Up Modes

    Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes The computer's power resources include the AC adaptor, battery pack and any internal batteries. This chapter provides details on making the most effective use of these resources, and includes information on charging and changing batteries, tips for saving battery power, and information on the different power-up modes.

  • Page 108: Power Indicators

    Power and Power-Up Modes Table 6-1 Power conditions continued Power on Power off (no operation) Battery charge • Operates adaptor is above low • LED: Battery off battery trigger DC IN off connected point Battery charge • Operates is below low •...

  • Page 109: Battery Types

    Power and Power-Up Modes DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected - the following indicator conditions should be noted: Green Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and is correctly supplying power to the computer. Flashing orange Indicates a problem with the power supply.
  • Page 110 The battery pack is a lithium ion battery, which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. ■ Always use the battery pack supplied as an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual.
  • Page 111 The computer’s RTC battery is a Ni-MH battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative. The battery can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.

  • Page 112: Care And Use Of The Battery Pack

    Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children. It can cause injury. ■ Use only battery packs recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. ■ Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius. Otherwise, the electrolyte solution might leak, battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened.

  • Page 113: Charging The Batteries

    - the Battery indicator will glow orange while the battery is being charged. Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or the optional TOSHIBA Battery charger to charge the battery pack. Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger. Time The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a discharged battery.

  • Page 114: Battery Charging Notice

    In view of this it will be noted that an often used, older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged. In this instance, the TOSHIBA Power Saver will indicate a 100% charge for both the old and new battery, but the displayed estimated time remaining will be shorter for the older battery.

  • Page 115: Maximizing Battery Operating Time

    How you configure the computer in relation to its available power saving options. The computer provides the ability to configure various power saving settings through the TOSHIBA Power Saver, in order to conserve battery power. As an overview these settings cover: ■...

  • Page 116: Retaining Data With Power Off

    Power and Power-Up Modes Battery operating time can be extended by lowering the screen refresh rate from 60Hz to 40Hz. However, if the screen refresh rate is set to 40Hz, the screen may flicker which could cause physical discomfort such as eye strain.

  • Page 117: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Power and Power-Up Modes Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery packs: ■ At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps as detailed below.
  • Page 118 Power and Power-Up Modes ■ Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode. Data is stored in RAM, so if the computer loses power it will be lost. ■ In Hibernation Mode, data will be lost if you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed.

  • Page 119: Toshiba Password Utility

    TOSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two levels of password security: User and Supervisor. Passwords set in the TOSHIBA Password Utility are different from the Windows password. User Password To start the utility, point to or click the following items: start ->...
  • Page 120 ■ If you forget your HDD User Password, TOSHIBA will NOT be able to assist you, and your HDD will be rendered COMPLETELY and PERMANENTLY INOPERABLE. TOSHIBA will NOT be held...

  • Page 121: Supervisor Password

    If an unformatted card or one with an incompatible format is inserted, you will be prompted to format it with a tool named TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format. To start the format tool, point to or click the following items: start ->...

  • Page 122: Power-Up Modes

    Please refer to the sections Turning on the power Turning off the power in Chapter 1, Getting Started for further information. Windows utilities You can configure various settings associated with both Standby Mode and Hibernation Mode within the TOSHIBA Power Saver. User’s Manual 6-16...

  • Page 123: Panel Power On/Off

    Power and Power-Up Modes Hot keys You can use the Fn + F3 hot key to enter Standby Mode or Fn + F4 to enter Hibernation Mode - please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard for further details. Panel power on/off You can set up your computer so that power is turned off automatically when you close the display panel, and turned on again when you open it.

  • Page 124: Chapter 7 Hw Setup & Bios Setup

    Chapter 7 HW Setup & BIOS Setup This chapter explains how to use the TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer, and provides information on setting up features such as the Execute-Disable Bit Capability and Trusted Platform Module (TPM).

  • Page 125: Power On Display

    HW Setup & BIOS Setup General This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons : Default and About. Return all HW Setup values to the factory Default settings. Display the HW Setup version. About Setup This field displays the installed BIOS version and date. Display This tab lets you customize your computer’s display settings for either the internal LCD screen or an external monitor.

  • Page 126: Boot Priority

    HW Setup & BIOS Setup Boot Priority Boot Priority Options This tab allows you to select the priority for booting the computer - the following settings are available: FDD −> HDD −> CD- The computer looks for bootable files on devices ROM −>...
  • Page 127 HW Setup & BIOS Setup To change the boot drive, follow the steps below. 1. Hold down F12 and boot the computer. 2. The following menu will be displayed with the following icons: Built-in hard disk drive, CD-ROM, FDD (or SD memory card), Network (LAN), USB Memory boot.
  • Page 128 HW Setup & BIOS Setup HDD Priority Options If more than one hard disk drive is installed in the computer, this option allows you to set the priority associated with hard disk drive detection - the first hard disk drive detected that has a valid boot command on it will be the device from which the computer will start.
  • Page 129 HW Setup & BIOS Setup Keyboard Wake-up on Keyboard When this feature is enabled, and the computer is in Standby Mode, you can turn on the system by pressing any key. However, please be aware that this option will only work with the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in Standby Mode.

  • Page 130: Device Config

    HW Setup & BIOS Setup Wake-up on LAN This feature lets the computer’s power be turned on when it receives a wake-up signal from the LAN. Power will be automatically turned on when a signal is received from an administrator's computer which is connected via a network. The following settings can be changed when the Built-in LAN is Enabled.
  • Page 131 Button Setting Button(s) when Display Closed This tab allows you to specify the action of the power button, TOSHIBA Assist button, and TOSHIBA Presentation button while the internal display is closed. When this option is selected, the power switch...

  • Page 132: Bios Setup Program

    ■ In most cases, changes to the system's configuration should be made within Windows by using applications such as TOSHIBA HW Setup, TOSHIBA Password Utility, TOSHIBA Power Saver, Windows Device Manager and so forth. If you make changes to the...

  • Page 133: Virtualization Technology

    Disables Virtualization Technology (Default). Disabled System configuration changes, other than changes to this setting, should be made within Windows by using applications such as TOSHIBA HW Setup, TOSHIBA Password Utility, TOSHIBA Power Saver, Windows Device Manager and so forth. User’s Manual...

  • Page 134: Lcd Display Stretch

    Capability so that it is not available for use. (Default). System configuration changes, other than changes to this setting, should be made within Windows by using applications such as TOSHIBA HW Setup, TOSHIBA Password Utility, TOSHIBA Power Saver, Windows Device Manager and so forth.

  • Page 135: Security Controller

    Saver, Windows Device Manager and so forth. ■ When using TPM, please install the Infineon TPM Installation Guide from the TOSHIBA Application Installer and ensure that the user reads the Infineon TPM Installation Guide as it contains usage information and notes on using TPM security.
  • Page 136 HW Setup & BIOS Setup PCI Express Link ASPM This feature lets you set the PCI Express power-saving configuration. Power-saving is enabled when the computer is Auto running from battery power and the PCI Express device is not being used (Default). Disables power-saving for performance.

  • Page 137: Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 8 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability, however, should problems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed in this chapter to help determine the cause. All users should become familiar with this chapter as knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring in the first place.

  • Page 138: Preliminary Checklist

    Troubleshooting Preliminary checklist You should always consider the simplest solution first - the items detailed in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem: ■ Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer - this includes your printer and any other external device you are using.

  • Page 139: Hardware And System Checklist

    Before using a peripheral device or application software that is not an authorized Toshiba part or product, make sure the device or software can be used with your computer. Use of incompatible devices may cause injury or may damage your computer.

  • Page 140: Self Test

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

  • Page 141: Ac Power

    Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Computer shuts down Leave the computer off until the DC IN indicator and DC IN indicator stops blinking. blinks orange It is recommended to leave the computer off until the interior reaches room temperature even though the DC IN indicator stops blinking. If the computer has reached room temperature and it still does not start, or if it starts but shuts down quickly, contact your reseller, dealer or...
  • Page 142 - in these instances you should fully discharge the battery and then attempt to charge it again. Check the power consumption settings within the TOSHIBA Power Saver and consider using a power saving mode. User’s Manual...

  • Page 143: Real Time Clock

    Password Problem Procedure Cannot enter password Please refer to the TOSHIBA Password Utility section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for further information. Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by the setup and configuration of the...

  • Page 144: Internal Lcd Display Panel

    Alternatively you may wish to run the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool to check the general operation of the computer. If you are still unable to resolve the problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider.

  • Page 145: Usb Floppy Diskette Drive

    Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Slow performance The files on the hard disk drive may be fragmented - in this instance you should run the disk Defragmentation utility to check the condition of your files and the hard disk drive. Please refer to the operating system's documentation or online Help File for further information on running and using the Defragmentation utility.
  • Page 146 Troubleshooting PC Card For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Features, Utilities and Options. Problem Procedure PC Card error occurs Remove the PC Card from the computer and then reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected. In the event that the PC Card is attached to an external peripheral device, ensure that this connection is properly made.

  • Page 147: Pointing Device

    Troubleshooting CF card For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Features, Utilities and Options. Problem Procedure CF card error occurs Remove the CF card from the computer and then reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected. If the problem persists, then you should refer to the documentation supplied with your CF card for further information.

  • Page 148: Usb Mouse

    Troubleshooting Problem Procedure The mouse pointer In this instance, you should initially try changing moves too fast or too the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility. slow 1. Click start followed by Control Panel followed by Printers and Other Hardware and then click the Mouse icon.

  • Page 149: Fingerprint Sensor

    Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Double-clicking does In this instance, you should initially try changing not work the double-click speed setting within the Mouse Control utility. 1. Click start followed by Control Panel followed by Printers and Other Hardware and then click the Mouse icon. 2.

  • Page 150: Usb Device

    USB, you are still able to use a USB mouse and/or USB keyboard by setting the USB KB/Mouse Emulation option within the TOSHIBA HW Setup utility to Enabled. If you are still unable to resolve the problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider.
  • Page 151 Troubleshooting Memory expansion Please also refer to Chapter 3, Features, Utilities and Options, for further information on installing and removing memory modules. Problem Procedure If there is a memory In the event of 'beep' sounds being heard when malfunction, the power the computer is switched on you should initially LED flashes (on for 0.5 ensure that the installed memory module(s) are...
  • Page 152 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Check within the Windows Device Manager application to ensure the sound function is enabled and that settings for elements such as I/O port address, interrupt level and DMA channel are correct for your software, and that they do not conflict with any other hardware devices connected to the computer.
  • Page 153 Troubleshooting Modem For additional information, please also refer to Appendix C, AT Commands and Appendix D, S-registers. Problem Procedure Communication Make sure the computer's internal modem software can’t initialize settings are correct - please refer to the Phone modem and Modem Options link within the Windows Control Panel.

  • Page 154: Wireless Lan

    Troubleshooting Problem Procedure You cannot receive an Ensure that the communication application's incoming call rings before auto answer feature is set correctly. You are also able to use the ATS0 command - please refer to Appendix D, S-registers for further information.
  • Page 155 Troubleshooting Check to ensure the Bluetooth Manager application is running on the computer and that power to the external Bluetooth device is switched on. Check to ensure that no optional Bluetooth PC Card or Bluetooth SD Cards are installed in the computer - the built-in Bluetooth hardware cannot operate simultaneously with another Bluetooth controller.

  • Page 156: 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 so it is important that you investigate other sources of assistance first.
  • Page 157 Troubleshooting Outside of Europe In Europe Singapore Spain TOSHIBA Singapore Pte. Ltd. TOSHIBA Information Systems, 438B Alexandra Road #06-01 ESPAÑA Alexandra Technopark Singapore Parque Empresarial San Fernando 119968 Edificio Europa, l Planta, Escalera A 28830 Madrid United States of America...

  • Page 158: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix A Specifications This appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions ■ ® Intel Core Solo Processor Model Weight (typical) (Minimum) 1.19 kilograms, configured with: 12.1"WXGA, 256MB RAM, 30GB (1.8"HDD), modem, LAN, (100M bps), 6cell battery pack. ® ■ Intel Core Duo Processor Model...
  • Page 159 Specifications Thermal Gradient 20°C per hour maximum Wet-bulb 26°C maximum temperature Conditions Altitude (from sea level) Operating -60 to 3,000 meters Non-operating -60 to 10,000 meters maximum Power Requirements AC adaptor 100-240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz (cycles per second) Computer 15 VDC 4.0 amperes...
  • Page 160 Specifications Communication Data transmission and reception speed 300/1200/2400/4800/7200/9600/12000/14400/16 800/19200/21600/24000/26400/28800/31200/33 600 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/ 56000 bps 2400/4800/7200/9600/12000/14400 bps Transmitting level -10 dBm Receiving level -10 to -40 dBm Input/output 600 ohms ±30% impedance Error correcting MNP class 4 and ITU-T V.42 Data compression MNP class 5 and ITU-T V.42bis...

  • Page 161: Display Controller And Video Mode

    Appendix B Display Controller and Video mode Display controller The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular parts on the screen on or off. Due to the LCD display's increased resolution, lines may appear broken in when displaying images in full-screen text mode.
  • Page 162 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.
  • Page 163 AT Commands Answer command This command instructs the modem to go off-hook and answer an incoming call. Communication 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).
  • Page 164 AT Commands Disables echo to the computer. Enables echo to the computer (default). Result Codes: n=0,1 ERROR Otherwise Hook control This command instructs the modem to go on-hook to disconnect a call, or off-hook to make the phone line busy. Modem goes on-hook (default).
  • Page 165 AT Commands Result Codes: n=0,1,2,3 ERROR Otherwise Modulation handshake This command controls whether or not the local modem performs a negotiated handshake at connection time with the remote modem when the communication speed of the two modems is different. When originating or answering, this is for handshake only at the communication standard specified by S37 and the ATB command.
  • Page 166 AT Commands Result Codes: n=0,1 ERROR Otherwise Select tone dialing This command instructs the modem to send DTMF tones while dialing. Dialed digits are tone dialed until a P command or dial modifier is received. This is the default setting. DCE response format This command controls whether result codes (including call progress and negotiation progress messages) are displayed as words or their numeric...
  • Page 167 AT Commands Dial tone detect Disabled:The modem dials a call regardless of whether it detects a dial tone. Enabled:The modem dials only upon detection of a dial tone, and disconnects the call if the dial tone is not detected within 10 seconds.
  • Page 168 AT Commands &D2 If the DTR signal is not detected while in on-line data mode, the modem disconnects (default). &D3 Reset on the on-to-off DTR transition. Result Codes: n=0,1,2,3 ERROR Otherwise &F Load factory settings This command loads the configuration stored and programmed at the factory.
  • Page 169 AT Commands &Tn Self-test commands These tests can help to isolate problems if you experience periodic data loss or random errors. &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.
  • Page 170 AT Commands V.42, MNP, or buffered (default). The modem attempts to connect in V.42 error control mode. If this fails, it attempts to connect in MNP mode. If this fails, it connects in buffer mode and continues operation. This is also known as V.42/MNP auto reliable mode (same as &Q5).

  • Page 171: Appendix D S-Registers

    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 connection fails.
  • Page 172 S-registers Range:0-255 Default:0 Units:rings Ring counter This register is read only. The value of S1 is incremented with each ring. If no ring occurs over a six-second interval, this register is cleared. Range:0-225 Default:0 Units:rings AT escape character (user defined) This register determines the ASCII values used for an escape sequence.
  • Page 173 S-registers Command line editing character (user defined) This register sets the character recognized as a backspace and pertains to asynchronous only. The modem will not recognize the backspace character if it is set to a value that is greater than 32 ASCII.
  • Page 174 S-registers Comma pause time This register sets the time, in seconds, that the modem must pause when it encounters a comma (,) in the dial command string. In some countries/regions, S8 will set both wait before dialing and comma pause time. Range:0-255 Default:2 Units:seconds...
  • Page 175 S-registers S37 Dial line rate S37 = 0 (default) maximum modem speed S37 = 1 reserved S37 = 2 1200/75 bps S37 = 3 300 bps S37 = 4 reserved S37 = 5 1200 bps S37 = 6 2400 bps S37 = 7 4800 bps S37 = 8...

  • Page 176: At Command Set Result Codes

    S-registers 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...
  • Page 177 S-registers CONNECT 33600 EC* Connection at 33600 bps DELAYED* Delay is in effect for the dialed number BLACKLISTED* Dialed number is blacklisted BLACKLIST FULL* Blacklist is full *1: EC only appears when the Extended Result Codes configuration option is enabled. EC is replaced by one of the following symbols, depending upon the error control method used: V.42bis - V.42 error control and V.42bis data compression.

  • Page 178: V.90 Mode

    Appendix E V.90 The TOSHIBA internal modem uses V.90 technology. The modem is capable of downstream speeds of 56kbps (kilobits per second) when connected to an Internet service provider that supports V.90. As with any modem, the actual throughput (speed of data transfer) depends on analog telephone line conditions, which can vary considerably.
  • Page 179 V.90 Table E-1 Result codes for a V.90 connection Result code Description CONNECT 32000 EC* Connection at 32000 bps CONNECT 36000 EC* Connection at 36000 bps CONNECT 40000 EC* Connection at 40000 bps CONNECT 44000 EC* Connection at 44000 bps CONNECT 48000 EC* Connection at 48000 bps CONNECT 52000 EC*...

  • Page 180: At Command

    V.90 * EC stands for the Error Control method, which appears only when the extended result codes configuration option is enabled. EC is replaced by one of the following symbols, depending on the error control method used. V42bis V.42 error control and V.42bis data compression V.42 error control only NoEC No error control protocol...

  • Page 181: Wireless Lan

    Appendix F Wireless LAN This appendix is intended to help you get your Wireless LAN network up and running, with a minimum of parameters. Card Specifications Form Factor PCI Express Mini Card ■ IEEE 802.11 Standard for Wireless LANS Compatibility ■...

  • Page 182: Radio Characteristics

    Wireless LAN Radio Characteristics Radio Characteristics of Wireless LAN Cards may vary according to: ■ Country/region where the product was purchased ■ Type of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations. Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been designed for operation in the license-free 2.4GHz and 5GHz band, local radio regulations may impose a number of limitations to the use of wireless communication equipment.

  • Page 183: Supported Frequency Sub-Bands

    Subject to the radio regulations that apply in the countries/regions, your Wireless LAN card may support a different set of 5 GHz/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 184 Wireless LAN ■ For Wireless LAN cards installed in wireless clients that operating in a peer-to-peer mode, the card will use the default channel 10. ■ In a Wireless LAN Access Point, the Wireless LAN card will use the factory-set default channel (printed in bold), unless the LAN Administrator selected a different channel when configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point device.
  • Page 185 Wireless LAN 5745 5765 5785 5805 5825 User’s Manual...

  • Page 186: Appendix G Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability

    Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability ® Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ■ Bluetooth Specification Ver2.0+EDR, as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group.
  • Page 187 ® Always use Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe http://www.pc.support.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more...

  • Page 188: Bluetooth Wireless Technology And Your Health

    Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
  • Page 189 ■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused ® by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA.

  • Page 190: Using Bluetooth ® Card From Toshiba Equipment In Japan

    FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the ® Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. The antenna(s) used in this device are located at the upper edge of the LCD screen, and this device has been tested as portable device as defined in Section 2.1093 of FCC rules when the LCD screen is rotated 180 degree...
  • Page 191 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment.

  • Page 192: Device Authorization

    Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval, and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Telecommunications Business Law. The Name of the radio equipment: EYXF3CS JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT Approval Number: D05-0074001...

  • Page 193: Ac Power Cord And Connectors

    Appendix H AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country/region in which it is used. All cords must meet the following specifications: Length: Minimum 2 meters...
  • Page 194 AC Power Cord and Connectors Finland: FIMKO Sweden: SEMKO France: LCIE Switzerland: Germany: United Kingdom: In Europe, two conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F or H03VVH2-F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VV-F. For the United States and Canada, two pin plug configuration must be a 2- 15P (250V) or 1-15P (125V) and three pin plug configuration must be 6- 15P (250V) or 5-15P (125V) as designated in the U.S.

  • Page 195: Toshiba Anti-Theft Protection Timer

    BIOS and Hard Disk Drive to gain access to the system. To set permissions and limits for the TOSHIBA Anti-theft Protection Timer please use the TOSHIBA Password Utility. The settings can only be activated or modified by a user with supervisor authority.

  • Page 196: Appendix J Legal Footnotes

    Appendix J 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 197: Memory (Main System)*3

    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 198: Hard Disk Drive (Hdd) Capacity*5

    Legal Footnotes Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity 1 Gigabyte (GB) means 10 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. The computer operating system, however, reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB = 2 = 1,073,741,824 bytes, and therefore shows less storage capacity.

  • Page 199: Glossary

    Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. Abbreviations AC: alternating current AGP: accelerated graphics port ANSI: American National Standards Institute APM: advanced power manager ASCII: American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS: basic input output system CD-ROM: Compact Disc-Read Only Memory CD-RW: Compact Disc-ReWritable...
  • Page 200 Glossary LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode LSI: large scale integration MB: megabyte MS-DOS: Microsoft Disk Operating System OCR: optical character recognition (reader) PCB: printed circuit board PCI: peripheral component interconnect RAM: random access memory RGB: red, green, and blue ROM: read only memory RTC: real time clock SCSI: small computer system interface...
  • Page 201 Glossary antistatic: A material used to prevent the buildup of static electricity. application: A group of programs that together are used for a specific task such as accounting, financial planning, spreadsheets, word processing and games. ASCII: American Standard Code for Information Interchange. ASCII code is a set of 256 binary codes that represent the most commonly used letters, numbers, and symbols.
  • Page 202 Glossary cache memory: High speed memory which stores data that increases processor speed and data transfer rate. When the CPU reads data from main memory, it stores a copy of this data in cache memory. The next time the CPU needs that same data, it looks for it in the cache memory rather than the main memory, which saves time.
  • Page 203 Glossary components: Elements or parts (of a system) which make up the whole (system). computer program: A set of instructions written for a computer that enable it to achieve a desired result. computer system: A combination of hardware, software, firmware, and peripheral components assembled to process data into useful information.
  • Page 204 Glossary dialog box: A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information. disk drive: The device that randomly accesses information on a disk and copies it to the computer’s memory. It also writes data from memory to the disk.
  • Page 205 (FDD): An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy diskettes. Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hot keys. folder: An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders. format: The process of readying a blank disk for its first use. Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the disk.
  • Page 206 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. icon: A small graphic image displayed on the screen or in the indicator panel.
  • Page 207 Glossary K: Taken from the Greek word kilo, meaning 1000; often used as equivalent to 1024, or 2 raised to the 10th power. See also byte and kilobyte. KB: See kilobyte. keyboard: An input device containing switches that are activated by manually pressing marked keys.
  • Page 208 Glossary monitor: A device that uses rows and columns of pixels to display alphanumeric characters or graphic images. See also CRT. motherboard: A name sometimes used to refer to the main printed circuit board in processing equipment. It usually contains integrated circuits that perform the processor’s basic functions and provides connectors for adding other boards that perform special functions.
  • Page 209 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. printed circuit board (PCB): A hardware component of a processor to which integrated circuits and other components are attached.
  • Page 210 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. User’s Manual...
  • Page 211 Glossary TTL: Transistor-transistor logic. A logic circuit design that uses switching transistors for gates and storage. Universal Serial Bus: This serial interface lets you communicate with several devices connected in a chain to a single port on the computer. VGA: Video Graphics Array is an industry standard video adaptor that lets you run any popular software.

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    4-2 Wireless Stereo Headset with Blue- Floppy diskette care 4-11 tooth Technology 3-23 Fn + 1 (TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce) Boot Priority 7-3 Fn + 2 (TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge) Cache memory 3-1 Fn + Ctrl (enhanced keyboard simulation)
  • Page 213 5-3 Standby Mode 5-4 Media care 3-12, 4-10 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (enlarge) Card care 3-12 CD/DVDs 4-10 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (reduce) 5-6 Floppy diskettes 4-11 Touch Pad 5-6 Memory card care 3-12 wireless setting 5-5 Memory 3-2 HW Setup 3-7 User’s Manual...
  • Page 214 Self test 8-4 Starting the computer by 6-16 Sound system 8-15 Supervisor 6-15 System start-up 8-4 user 6-13 TOSHIBA support 8-20 PC Card 3-11 Touch Pad 8-11 inserting 3-11 USB device 8-14 location of slot 2-4 USB floppy diskette drive 8-9...
  • Page 215 TOSHIBA ConfigFree 3-9 TOSHIBA Controls 3-7 TOSHIBA HDD Protection 3-6 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool 3-9 TOSHIBA Power Saver 3-7 TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility 3-8 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 3-8 Touch Pad 8-11 USB device problems 8-14 USB floppy diskette drive...

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