Page 1 Tecra 8100 Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ www.pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ InTouch Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see Chapter 10 on page 206 in this guide.
Page 2 : Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this computer. 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 serial port, parallel port, monitor port,...
Page 3: Type Of Service
Contact: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Page 4: Telephone Company Procedures
FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by Toshiba Corporation or an authorized representative of Toshiba Corporation. Disconnection If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change.
Page 5 Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment NOTICE: 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 6 CD-ROM / DVD-ROM Safety Instruction The CD-ROM / DVD-ROM drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
Page 7 Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba Corporation, with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
Page 8: Energy Star Compliance
Digital” are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Energy Star Compliance As an Energy Star partner, Toshiba has determined that this product is Energy Star Compliant.
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Contents Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ... 1 Making sure you have everything... 1 Finding where everything’s located... 1 Front with the display panel closed... 2 Left side... 3 Back... 4 Right side... 6 Underside...
Page 10 Setting up your computer... 19 Connecting the AC adapter... 19 Charging the battery... 21 Connecting other external components... 21 Turning on the computer... 22 Opening the display panel... 22 Turning on the power... 22 Operating system... 24 Using the computer for the first time... 24 Registering your computer...
Page 11 Inserting a module into the SelectBay... 50 Using the secondary battery in the SelectBay... 51 Inserting and removing PC Cards... 53 Inserting a PC Card... 53 Removing a PC Card... 55 Setting up your PC Card for your computer... 55 Connecting a modem ...
Page 12 Caring for your computer... 84 Cleaning the computer... 84 Moving the computer... 84 Chapter 5: Power Management... 87 Toshiba’s energy-saver design... 87 Running the computer on battery power... 88 Charging the batteries... 88 Monitoring battery power... 89 What to do when the battery alarm sounds... 92 Starting where you left off...
Page 13 Connecting directly to a remote computer... 137 Connecting your computer to a network... 137 Toshiba’s online resources... 138 Using MS-DOS programs... 138 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities... 141 Fn-esse ... 141 Starting Fn-esse ... 142 Assigning a key to a program or document ... 143 Viewing existing key assignments ...
Page 14 Hard disk drive passwords - Windows NT... 182 Setting a hard disk drive password... 182 Creating a password backup diskette... 187 Deleting the hard disk drive password... 188 Chapter 9: Managing Your Tecra 8100 Computer... 195 Industry standard architecture... 195 Wired for Management... 195...
Page 15 Desktop Management Interface... 196 Advanced Configuration and Power Interface... 196 Operating system compatibility ... 197 System management... 197 Asset management... 197 Fault management... 199 Enterprise management software compatibility ... 200 Advanced features via the NetDock... 201 Security management... 203 System password in Flash, Not CMOS... 203 Supervisor password...
Page 16 DVDExpress problems... 236 Developing good computing habits... 242 If you need further assistance... 243 Contacting Toshiba... 244 Toshiba's worldwide offices ... 247 Part III: Appendixes Appendix A: Hot Keys... 255 Appendix B: Features and Specifications... 261 Appendix C: Power Cable Connectors... 273 Appendix D: System Resources...
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Page 18 About this guide ..........xx Safety icons .
Page 19 CD-ROM or DVD-ROM, and operating system—you have a computer that truly meets your specific needs. The Tecra 8100 notebook’s modular design also lets you add, change, or update components at any time, making this computer one of the most flexible tools you’ve ever owned.
Page 20: About This Guide
About this guide This product comes with a user’s guide in printed form and electronic form on the Configuration Builder CD. The “electronic book” lets you keep your guide with you wherever you and your computer go. Special indexing features and quick access to related topics make the electronic book an easy reference to use.
Page 21: Other Icons Used
WARNING: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed. CAUTION: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in damage to equipment or property if the safety instruction is not observed.
Page 22: Other Documentation
An electronic user’s guide you can install by using your Configuration Builder CD supplied with your system. ❖ The Toshiba Companion Diskette Guide explains when to use the Toshiba Companion Diskette and how to use the programs on the diskette that are not discussed in this guide.
Page 23: Service Options
Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ™ warranty programs. See the warranty and service material included with your computer for registration information. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If you need further assistance” on page 243. xxiii...
Page 25 OMPUTER What’s in Part I This part explains the computer components of your Tecra 8100 and how to use them. Don’t hesitate to skip around. Guides, such as this one, are not meant to be read from cover to cover.
Page 26 Chapter Making sure you have everything ....... . 1 Finding where everything’s located ....... 1 Keyboard and display features .
Page 27: Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around
Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a “grand tour” of your Tecra 8100 computer with illustrations to guide you along your way. It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer. Making sure you have everything Before you do anything else, consult the Quick Start card shipped with your unit to make sure you received everything.
Page 28: Front With The Display Panel Closed
Finding Your Way Around Finding where everything’s located Front with the display panel closed The system indicator panel is made up of several status lights that provide information about various system functions. See “System indicator lights” on page 9 for a description of each of the panel lights.
Page 29: Left Side
Left side PC Card ejection tabs PC Card slots Cooling vent PC Card lock External diskette drive port cover The PC Card ejection tabs allow easy removal of PC Cards. The PC Card slots allow you to use Type I, Type II, or Type III PC Cards.
Page 30: Back
Finding Your Way Around Finding where everything’s located The PC Card lock, when used with the security lock, prevents unauthorized removal of the PC Cards. The external diskette drive cover protects the external drive port. To connect the external diskette drive, fold back the cover to expose the port.
Page 31 Finding Your Way Around Finding where everything’s located ™ The PS/2 port lets you connect an optional PS/2-compatible mouse or keyboard. You can use an optional Y-cable to connect both a mouse and a keyboard to the port. The fast infrared port allows cable-free communication with another device, such as a computer or printer, that has a compatible infrared port.
Page 32: Right Side
Finding Your Way Around Finding where everything’s located Right side Speaker The right side speaker lets you hear stereo sound from a CD or DVD in addition to system alarms and audible warnings associated with your software. The SelectBay SelectBay modules. The DVD-ROM drive is shown in place. For more information on using your DVD-ROM, see “Using the optional DVD-ROM drive”...
Page 33: Underside
Underside Memory module PC Card lock PC Card lock retaining screw The battery module enables you to use the Tecra when a standard electrical outlet is not available. For further information about using the battery, see “Power Management” on page 87. The SelectBay lock ejects the SelectBay module from the computer.
Page 34: Keyboard And Display Features
Finding Your Way Around Keyboard and display features Keyboard and display features To view the front of the computer with the display panel open: Locate the display latch on the front of the computer. Slide the display latch to the right and lift the display panel. Adjust the display panel to a comfortable viewing angle.
Page 35: Indicator Panel Lights
Finding Your Way Around Keyboard and display features The computer’s screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear, sharp images. The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. For more information, see “Using the keyboard” on page 63.
Page 36: Keyboard Indicator Lights
Finding Your Way Around Keyboard and display features The on/off light glows green when the computer is on. It flashes amber when you turn off the computer using either the Windows 98 Second Edition Standby command, or Windows NT Suspend command.
Page 37: External Diskette Drive
Finding Your Way Around External diskette drive left front of the key instead of the letter printed on the top of the key. For more information, see “Using the overlay for cursor control” on page 67. The numlock light glows when the numeric overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key produces the white number printed on the right front of the key instead of the letter printed on the top of the key.
Page 38 Chapter Selecting a place to work ........13 Other precautions .
Page 39: Chapter 2: Getting Started
Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your Tecra computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is designed to be used in a variety of locations and situations.
Page 40: Keeping Yourself Comfortable
Getting Started Selecting a place to work CAUTION: If you spill liquid into the computer, turn off the computer, unplug it from the AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it on again. If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact your network administrator.
Page 41: Placement Of The Computer
Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress-related injuries. Consider the following when placing your computer. ❖ Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance. You should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck and look at the screen without slouching.
Page 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow. You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor. If you are using a conventional chair: ❖...
Page 43: Other Precautions
Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency. ❖...
Page 44 Getting Started Other precautions should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. CAUTION: Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts. Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or cause your computer to malfunction.
Page 45: Setting Up Your Computer
Setting up your computer If you are using the computer for the first time, you need to connect the AC adapter to power the computer and to charge its battery. Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an electrical outlet and to charge the computer’s batteries.
Page 46 Doing so may cause an electric shock. CAUTION: Use of the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. Never pull directly on the power cable to unplug it. Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet.
Page 47: Charging The Battery
Charging the battery Before you can use the battery to power the computer, you must charge it. Connect the computer to a live electrical outlet using the AC adapter and power cable. When the AC adapter is connected to a live electrical outlet, the system indicator panel’s AC power light ( ) glows green and the battery light ( When the battery light turns green, the battery is completely...
Page 48: Turning On The Computer
Getting Started Turning on the computer Turning on the computer The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it. Opening the display panel Release the display latch. Lift the display panel. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel.
Page 49 Press and hold the power button in until the on/off light on the system indicator panel turns on (green)—about one second. Turning on the power The AC power light glows when the computer is connected to an external power source. The battery light does not glow if the AC adapter is not plugged in.
Page 50: Operating System
Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition ❖ Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 The appropriate Microsoft operating system documentation comes with your Toshiba computer. Using the computer for the first time When you start your computer for the first time, it prompts you to: ❖...
Page 51: Registering Your Computer
The last step in setting up your computer is to register your computer. Sending in your product registration card lets Toshiba keep you up to date with information about new products and upgrades. Registering your computer also extends your Toshiba warranty worldwide at no charge to you.
Page 52: When And How To Turn Off The Computer
NOTE: To turn the computer completely off, press and hold the power button until the computer stops beeping (4-5 beeps). You may configure your Tecra 8100 for additional Suspend/ Standby options. For more information, see “Starting where you left off” on page 93.
Page 53 When and how to turn off the computer Turning off the computer for a long period of time To leave the computer turned off for a longer period, use the Windows Shut Down command. To shut down Windows 98 Second Edition and turn off your computer: Click the Start menu, then Hibernate, or select Start, then Shut Down.
Page 54 If you close the display panel while the computer is on, the Panel Close Alarm beeps loudly. ❖ You can turn off the Panel Close Alarm using Toshiba Hardware Setup’s Hardware Alarm tab in Windows 98 Second Edition, or TSETUP in Windows NT.
Page 55 Getting Started When and how to turn off the computer Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer...
Page 56 Chapter Using external display devices ........31 Using an external keyboard .
Page 57: Chapter 3: Connecting Other External Devices
Connecting Other External Devices This chapter describes how to connect devices that can increase the capabilities of your Tecra computer. Using external display devices Your Tecra computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect three different types of external display devices to one of two available video ports: ❖...
Page 58: Connecting The Display Device
For the best video quality, always use a properly shielded cable. HINT: Toshiba recommends using a cable no longer than 20 feet (approximately 6 meters). Using a poor quality cable may result in a dull or fuzzy picture, poor color, ghosting, video noise, or loss of video.
Page 59: Connecting An External Monitor
Connecting Other External Devices Using external display devices Connecting to the composite video port To connect the device: Connect one end of the video cable to the external video device. Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the location of its video-in port.
Page 60: Directing The Display Output When You Turn On The Computer
Connecting Other External Devices Using external display devices Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you’ve connected an external display device, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously.
Page 61: Adjusting The Quality Of The External Display
Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other video display device), you may need to adjust the video settings. See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps. TECHNICAL NOTE: In order to use one of the simultaneous modes, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device.
Page 62: Using An External Keyboard
Windows Control Panel Toshiba Hardware Setup option icon. For more information about Fn-esse, see “Fn-esse” on page 141. In TSETUP, this option is called Ext. Keyboard “Fn.” To find out how to set the Fn Key Emulation option using TSETUP, see “TSETUP”...
Page 63: Setting Up A Ps/2 Mouse With The Accupoint Ii
PS/2 mouse with Windows NT To set the PS/2 mouse to work simultaneously with the AccuPoint II: Click Start, select Programs, then select Toshiba Utilities. Click Hardware Setup, click the Hardware Options button, and then select the Pointing Devices tab.
Page 64: Connecting A Local Printer
Connecting Other External Devices Connecting a local printer Your computer will prompt you to reboot in order for your changes to take effect. Connecting a local printer CAUTION: Never connect the printer cable while the computer’ s power is on. Doing so may damage the printer, the computer, or both.
Page 65: Connecting The External Diskette Drive
To the computer Identifying the ends of a parallel printer cable Plug the printer’s power cable into a live electrical outlet. See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps. For more information on getting your printer to print, see “Printing your work”...
Page 66: Connecting External Speakers Or Headphones
Connecting Other External Devices Connecting external speakers or headphones For more information about diskettes, see “Using diskettes” on page 73: Connecting external speakers or headphones To attach an external stereo output device: Locate the headphone jack on the left side of the computer. It’s beside the external microphone jack.
Page 67: Adding Memory
When you return, you can quickly connect your computer and have immediate access to all the devices. Toshiba offers the following expansion devices for the Tecra 8100: ❖ NetDock ❖...
Page 68: Memory Module Sizes
If this occurs, contact Toshiba’s support center at (800) 457-7777. Since your Tecra 8100 computer was built to order, it should have enough memory to run your current applications. However, if your requirements change, you can install extra memory up to a maximum of 256 MB.
Page 69: Installing A Memory Module
Total Memory 256 MB Installing a memory module You install additional memory modules into the memory expansion slots on the base of the computer. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. Preparing to install memory with Windows 98 Second Edition Before you can install a memory module, you must first shut down the computer.
Page 70 Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory Click Start then click Shut Down. Windows NT 4.0 displays the Shut Down Windows dialog box. Select Shut down the computer, then click Yes. Windows NT Workstation 4.0 shuts down and automatically turns off the computer. Inserting a memory module The computer has two memory expansion slots—Slot A and Slot B.
Page 71 Connecting Other External Devices Locate and remove the screws that hold the cover plate in place. Unscrewing the memory module cover Lift off the cover. Removing the memory module cover Adding memory Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer...
Page 72 Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its pin connector on the side you insert into the computer.
Page 73: Removing A Memory Module
Replace the cover plate and the screws. Turn the computer over and restart it. When you turn on the computer, it automatically recognizes the additional memory. Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module: Complete steps 1 through 5 in “Installing a memory module” to turn off the computer and open the memory slot.
Page 74: Removing A Module From The Selectbay
❖ An optional secondary hard disk drive (HDD) HINT: Items from this list that didn’t ship with your computer may be purchased. See the Toshiba Accessories Catalog. Removing a module from the SelectBay Turn off the power. CAUTION: Installing or removing a module while the computer power is on can damage the computer, the module, or both.
Page 75 Connecting Other External Devices Unlatching the SelectBay Slide the module out of the computer. Sliding the module out If you are removing the weight saver, retain it for transporting the computer when no other module is installed in the SelectBay. NOTE: The modules are attached to covers.
Page 76: Inserting A Module Into The Selectbay
Connecting Other External Devices Swapping SelectBay modules Inserting a module into the SelectBay This section explains how to install the module and its cover into the SelectBay. Snap the module into the cover, if necessary. To install the diskette drive module, you must remove it from its external casing.
Page 77: Using The Secondary Battery In The Selectbay
Carefully pull the diskette drive by the front edges to completely remove it from the case. Releasing the drive module Once the drive module is out of its case, you can attach it to the SelectBay drive cover. Using the secondary battery in the SelectBay The optional secondary battery is shipped with an adapter that fits into the SelectBay.
Page 78 Connecting Other External Devices Swapping SelectBay modules Snapping the battery into the adapter To place the battery into the adapter: Align the contacts on the battery with the contacts on the adapter. Push down to snap the battery into the adapter. Removing the battery from the adapter Removing the battery from the adapter Holding the front of the battery adapter toward you, slide the...
Page 79: Inserting And Removing Pc Cards
Inserting and removing PC Cards Your Tecra 8100 computer comes with two stacked PC Card slots and supports three types of PC Cards: ❖ Type I cards and Type II cards are used for modems, fax/ modems, data storage, network cards, and more. You can install up to two of these cards, one in each slot.
Page 80 Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing PC Cards Insert the PC Card. If you have a Type III card, insert it into the lower part of the slot. If you have a Type I or Type II card, insert it into either the upper or lower part of the slot.
Page 81: Removing A Pc Card
Removing a PC Card NOTE: If your operating system is Windows NT, you must turn off the computer before removing PC Cards. If the PC Card slots are locked, unlock them by turning the computer over, locating the PC Card lock, removing the retaining screw, sliding the lock into the unlocked position, and replacing the screw.
Page 82: Connecting To A Phone Line
Connecting Other External Devices Connecting a modem ❖ Communicate with your office’s local area network (LAN), or a larger corporate wide area network (WAN). For specific information about connecting to a LAN or WAN, consult your network administrator. ❖ Send a fax directly from your computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: Windows 98 Second Edition does not support fax capability.
Page 83 Connecting Other External Devices Connecting to a wall jack CAUTION: The modem is designed for use with a standard analog telephone line. Don’t connect the modem to a digital telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem. Now you’re ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet.
Page 84 Chapter Precautions ..........59 Computing tips .
Page 85: Chapter 4: Learning The Basics
Learning the Basics This chapter covers precautions and computing tips as well as providing important information about basic features. Precautions ❖ Don’t spill liquids into the computer’s keyboard. If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard, turn off the computer as soon as it is feasible.
Page 86: Computing Tips
Learning the Basics Computing tips ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus. Your computer is equipped with a virus-scan program.
Page 87: Windows Basics
❖ Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Before turning off the computer, always use the Shut Down or Standby command in Windows 98 Second Edition, or use the Shut Down or Suspend command in Windows NT. CAUTION: Windows records information, such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure.
Page 88 AC power, connect the AC adapter. For information on how to do this, refer to “Connecting the AC adapter” in your ® Tecra 8100 User’s Guide. With the power button lock in the unlocked position, press and hold the power button until the on/off indicator illuminates green.
Page 89: Using The Keyboard
Using the keyboard The Tecra keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. Caps Lock Shift Ctrl Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖...
Page 90: Making Your Keyboard Emulate A Full-Size Keyboard
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although the Tecra computer’s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. A standard full-size keyboard has two editing keys, cursor positioning keys, and a numeric keypad. Pressing the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard.
Page 91: Function Keys
Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with the keys at the top of the keyboard. The function keys through programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For more information, see “Fn-esse” on page 141, or “Hot Keys”...
Page 92: Using The Overlay To Type Numeric Data
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard & Home £ " Caps Lock Shift Ctrl Keyboard overlay keys Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on the right front of the keycaps are the cursor control overlay. To turn the numeric overlay on, press The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on.
Page 93 To disable the numeric keypad overlay, hold down the press again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Using the overlay for cursor control The keys with the white arrows and white symbols on the left front are the cursor control overlay.
Page 94: Using The Accupoint Ii
Learning the Basics Using the AccuPoint II Using the AccuPoint II The AccuPoint II keys The round button in the middle of the keyboard is the AccuPoint II pointing device. It enables you to move the cursor and to select items on the screen.
Page 95: Starting A Program
Starting a program In Windows there are three ways to start a program—from the Start menu, from Windows Explorer, or from the Run menu on the task bar. Starting a program from the Start menu To start a program that has an icon in the Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the Windows Wordpad program as an example: Click Start, then point to Programs.
Page 96: Starting A Program From Run Menu On The Taskbar
Learning the Basics Starting a program Click Windows Explorer. Windows opens Explorer. In the left part of the screen, under the C: icon, double-click the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files. Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files folder on the right side of the screen.
Page 97: Saving Your Work
Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette. This is one of the most important rules of computing. NOTE: Save data even when you are using Standby, in case the battery discharges before you return to work.
Page 98: Printing Your Work
Learning the Basics Printing your work If you plan to share your files with a computer using MS-DOS a pre-Windows 95 version of Windows, you must use a “short filename” format. Short filenames are in the format xxxxxxxx.yyy, (up to eight character filename followed by a three character extension).
Page 99: Using Diskettes
A sample Print dialog box Click OK to print. Using diskettes The diskette drive The diskette in-use indicator light glows when the diskette drive is being accessed. Push the eject button to remove a diskette from the drive. When a diskette is fully seated in the drive, the button pops out.
Page 100: Inserting And Removing Diskettes
Learning the Basics Using diskettes Inserting and removing diskettes To insert a diskette in the computer’s diskette drive: Hold the diskette so that the arrow on its upper surface points toward the drive. Push the diskette gently into the drive slot. When the diskette is in place, the eject button pops out.
Page 101: Backing Up Your Files
Backing up your files Backing up your files means copying individual files to a diskette or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive. Copying to a diskette To back up your files to a diskette: Insert a formatted diskette into the diskette drive.
Page 102 These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. Your Tecra computer may have a Toshiba DVD-ROM drive that can read both DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs. If the DVD-ROM drive is not currently installed in the SelectBay, follow the instructions in “Swapping SelectBay modules”...
Page 103: Inserting Compact Discs
The manual eject hole can be used to release the DVD-ROM tray when the power is off. HINT: The DVD-ROM drive will not open if the computer’ s power is off. If you cannot turn on the computer, you can open the DVD-ROM drive manually.
Page 104 Learning the Basics Using the optional DVD-ROM drive Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in “Problems with the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive” on page 226. Place the disc carefully in the tray, label side up.
Page 105: Removing Compact Discs
Push the tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place. You are ready to use the disc. Playing a CD or DVD For information on playing a disc, see “Using Microsoft CD Player”...
Page 106: Caring For Cds And Dvds
Learning the Basics Using PC Cards Caring for CDs and DVDs ❖ Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean. ❖ Don’t bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it. ❖...
Page 107: Using Cardbus-Compliant Pc Cards
Using Cardbus-compliant PC Cards If you are using Cardbus-compliant PC Cards, but don’t have CardWizard installed on your computer: Start TSETUP. For instructions, see “TSETUP” on page 151. Set the PC Card controller to Cardbus/16. Hot swapping With PC Cards, you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on.
Page 108: Using Your Computer At The Office
Learning the Basics Using your computer at the office ❖ Don’t remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices connected to it are operating. DEFINITION: SCSI is an acronym for Small Computer Systems Interface. A single SCSI PC Card enables you to connect several SCSI devices, such as a scanner or digital camera to your computer.
Page 109 do this is to purchase an optional PORT-Noteworthy Computer Lock Cable. PORT-Noteworthy Computer Lock Cable To secure the computer: Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object.
Page 110: Caring For Your Computer
Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer or through the Toshiba Accessories Catalog. Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer...
Page 111 Learning the Basics Caring for your computer Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer...
Page 112 Chapter Toshiba’s energy-saver design ........87 Running the computer on battery power ......88 What to do when the battery alarm sounds .
Page 113: Chapter 5: Power Management
The computer enters a low-power, standby state when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba or your network administrator. We recommend you leave these features active, so that your computer will operate at its maximum energy efficiency.
Page 114: Running The Computer On Battery Power
Power Management Running the computer on battery power Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable lithium ion (Li-Ion) battery pack that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. This is the main battery. You can recharge it many times. In addition to the main battery, you may also have a second battery installed in the SelectBay.
Page 115: Monitoring Battery Power
Running the computer on battery power The battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold. To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to 30 degrees Celsius).
Page 116 Power Management Running the computer on battery power ❖ Flashing amber indicates that the computer is using battery power, and the battery’s charge is running low. HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( the on/off light ( indicates that the system is suspended (using Windows 98 Second Edition Standby command, or Windows NT Suspend command).
Page 117 Running the computer on battery power The Power Save Modes tab displays a remaining amount of time for each of the different power usage modes. To show remaining power in Windows NT: Click Start, point to Settings, then click Control Panel. In the Control Panel window, double-click Power Saver.
Page 118: What To Do When The Battery Alarm Sounds
Power Management What to do when the battery alarm sounds WARNING: The computer drains battery power more quickly at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you’re working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Windows 98 Second Edition and Windows NT have additional Power Management options that can be accessed through an icon in the Control Panel.
Page 119: Starting Where You Left Off
Connect your computer to an AC power source. Starting where you left off With your Tecra 8100 computer, you have the opportunity to temporarily suspend the operation of your system without having to shutdown Windows. When you suspend the computer, it takes a “snapshot”...
Page 120: Using Standby Command
Power Management Starting where you left off ❖ Click Start, then Hibernate. You can also use Hibernation mode. While Standby or Suspend/Resume (memory) mode saves your current work to memory in Long Life mode, Hibernation mode saves it to the hard disk.
Page 121: Using Suspend/Resume (Memory) Mode
For more information, see “Shutdown mode” on page 257. Using Suspend/Resume (memory) mode Suspend/Resume (memory) mode is a Toshiba utility that maintains the operating state of your computer in memory while the computer is off...
Page 122 Power Management Starting where you left off enabled, whenever you turn the computer on you’ll be able to continue working where you left off. NOTE: Suspend/Resume (memory) mode is not available on Windows 98 Second Edition. You can enable Suspend/Resume (memory) mode in either of the following ways: ❖...
Page 123: Using Hibernation Mode
❖ Automatically enter Suspend/Resume (memory) mode after being idle for a set amount of time. TECHNICAL NOTE: When the computer is connected to a network, disable Suspend/Resume (memory) mode. This utility may terminate your network connection when you turn on the computer again. Under normal conditions, a fully charged battery will sustain Suspend/Resume (memory) mode for about two days.
Page 124 Click the Hibernate tab. Click the Enable hibernate support check box, then click TECHNICAL NOTE: Toshiba recommends that you always have the Hibernate option enabled. Hibernate is the function that causes your system to save anything you have in short- term memory to the hard disk drive should your battery fail.
Page 125 Click Hibernate. The computer will go into Hibernation and turn itself off. Other Hibernation mode settings When Hibernate mode is enabled, you can specify it to be automatically activated when you close the lid or press the power switch. To set automatic Hibernate mode: Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.
Page 126 Power Management Starting where you left off ❖ When I press the power button Select this setting if you want the computer to go into Hibernate mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Select this setting if you want the computer to go into Hibernate mode when you close the computer’s display panel.
Page 127: Shutdown Mode Hot Key
Shutdown mode hot key You can quickly select the Shutdown mode option by using the Shutdown mode hot key. To set the Shutdown mode in Windows 98 Second Edition: Press pop-up window. Shutdown mode pop-up window (Windows 98 Second Edition) While continuing to press desired power usage mode.
Page 128: Restarting A Computer In Standby, Suspend Or Hibernate Mode
Power Management Changing batteries The Shutdown modes are: Boot and Suspend/Resume (memory) Mode. Release the The pop-up window disappears. You’re now in the selected mode. For more information about the Shutdown mode hot key, see “Shutdown mode” on page 257. Restarting a computer in Standby, Suspend or Hibernate mode To restart your computer once it is in Standby, Suspend, or...
Page 129 Unlocking the battery (bottom view) Pull the discharged battery module out of the computer. Removing the discharged battery WARNING: If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following the advice in “Disposing of used batteries safely”...
Page 130: Taking Care Of Your Battery
Power Management Taking care of your battery The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity. CAUTION: If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery lock to the unlocked position and try again. Don’t force the battery into position.
Page 131: Maximizing Battery Life
❖ When you need to replace the main battery, use an identical battery from the same manufacturer. Maximizing battery life ❖ If you’re not going to use the computer for a long period, remove the battery pack. ❖ Alternate between battery packs if you have a spare. ❖...
Page 132: Conserving Power
Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage modes. Using one of these modes lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system performance. You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your own needs.
Page 133 Click Start, point to Settings, Control Panel, and click on the Power Saver icon. Open the Power Save Modes tab and set your options. For more information, see “Power Saver” on page 154. If you are working in MS-DOS, you may also set the power usage mode in TSETUP.
Page 134: Additional Options For Power
Depending on the amount of time you spend away from external power sources, the capacity of one battery pack may be sufficient for your needs. However, if you need more portable power, Toshiba provides these options: ❖ Purchase extra battery packs.
Page 135 Power Management Additional options for power ❖ Purchase a battery charger that charges one main battery pack and one secondary battery module at a time. Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer...
Page 137 ECHNICAL EFERENCE What’s in Part II This part documents the Toshiba utility programs that come with your computer.
Page 138 Chapter Setting up Windows to work with your printer ....113 Exploring audio features ........118 Using the DVDExpress DVD Player .
Page 139: Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options
Exploring Your Options In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your Tecra 8100 notebook computer. Setting up Windows to work with your printer When you turned on your computer for the first time, the Windows Setup program offered you the opportunity to define a printer.
Page 140: Setting Up Windows 98 Second Edition To Work With Your Printer
Exploring Your Options Setting up Windows to work with your printer Setting up Windows 98 Second Edition to work with your printer To set up a printer with the Windows 98 Second Edition Add Printer Wizard: Click the Start button, then point to Settings, and click Printers.
Page 141 Setting up Windows to work with your printer Click Next. The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, Windows 98 Second Edition recognizes it automatically. You can ignore the remainder of this section. If the printer you are setting up: ❖...
Page 142: Setting Up Windows Nt To Work With Your Printer
Exploring Your Options Setting up Windows to work with your printer ❖ Available when specifically requested, click No. 10 Click Next. Windows 98 Second Edition prompts you to print a test page. 11 If your printer is connected and turned on, click Finish to print a test page.
Page 143 Setting up Windows to work with your printer Add Printer Wizard dialog box Select one of the following printer management options: ❖ My Computer — All settings are managed and configured on this computer. ❖ Network printer server — Connects to a printer on another machine.
Page 144: Exploring Audio Features
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the printer setup process. Exploring audio features You can play .wav sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers. You can use your computer to record sounds using the built-in microphone or external microphone.
Page 145: Recording Sounds
Recording sounds You may record sounds and save them as .wav files using the built-in microphone or an external microphone. The easiest way to record is through the computer’s built-in microphone. To record sounds using the microphone in Windows 98 Second Edition: If you want to use an external microphone, connect it to the external microphone jack.
Page 146: Adjusting Recording Quality
Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Sound Recorder screen Click the Record button. Speak normally into the microphone. When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. The Audio Recorder window displays the new sound file as a waveform. To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. To save the file, select Save from the File menu.
Page 147: Using Microsoft Cd Player
Your new settings take effect the next time you record. Using Microsoft CD Player If your Tecra 8100 came with a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, you can use your computer to play audio CDs. CAUTION: Before playing an audio CD, turn the volume dial down.
Page 148: Using The Dvdexpress Dvd Player
Exploring Your Options Using the DVDExpress DVD Player CD Player screen The CD Player control panel works much like an ordinary CD player — pointing and clicking on the various buttons allows you to play, pause, fast-forward, repeat, or stop the playback. ❖...
Page 149: Starting Dvdexpress
While your DVD content plays, you have access to all DVDExpress functions and features as described in this section. Starting DVDExpress Open the Start menu, point to Programs, Mediamatics DVDExpress, then click Mediamatics DVD Player. DVD player controls Mediamatics DVDExpress DVD Player Status display window This windows displays information about the content currently being played.
Page 150: Dvd Player Controls
Exploring Your Options Using the DVDExpress DVD Player ❖ Title/Track—Indicates the title or track number being played. ❖ This indicator is displayed on Dolby Audio mode indicates the current audio mode: ❖ Stereo ❖ Right ❖ Left ❖ 3-D Stereo ❖...
Page 151 Using the DVDExpress DVD Player Description Options—Displays the DVDExpress Options dialog box, which provides information about the application and allows you to modify a number of settings. NOTE: Some dialog pages will not appear while content is playing. Rewind—Moves the content back to a selected location.
Page 152 Exploring Your Options Using the DVDExpress DVD Player Description Volume—Increases the volume level when the bar is dragged up and decreases the volume level when the bar is dragged down. Mute—Silences the audio track. Click the Mute or Volume Control buttons to resume audio. Help—Displays the Help file.
Page 153 Using the DVDExpress DVD Player Description Audio—Changes the audio track currently being played to another audio track located on the DVD disc. This feature is most commonly used with multi- language content to change the spoken/heard language. This feature is enabled only when the content allows dynamic changes of the audio track.
Page 154: Using The Dvdexpress Shortcut Keys
Exploring Your Options Using the DVDExpress DVD Player Description Title Menu/Resume—Displays the Title Menu for selection of content for playback. The functionality of the Resume feature depends on the content being played. Some content resumes playback when you click the Title Menu/Resume button again. This action starts the playback of the content from the location where you left the content for the Title Menu.
Page 155: Using Dvdexpress Options
Shortcut menu Using DVDExpress options To access DVDExpress DVD options: Launch DVDExpress, if it is not already running. On the DVDExpress control panel, click the Options button. The DVD Options dialog box contains the following tabs: ❖ About — This tab displays copyright, trademark, version number, region code, and other relevant information about your DVDExpress application.
Page 156: Playing Cds And Files
Exploring Your Options Using the DVDExpress DVD Player Region codes Region coding is part of the protection system for DVD content. It divides the world into six regions. For example, Region 1 comprises the United States and Canada. The intent is to enable specific content to be viewed in a specific region.
Page 157 Using the DVDExpress DVD Player Playing a VideoCD Place the VideoCD in the DVD-ROM drive. Launch DVDExpress and press the Play button. The playback controls for a VideoCD are slightly different from those for a DVD disc. To access some of the features of VideoCD, use your PC keyboard as follows: ❖...
Page 158: Exchanging Data With Another Computer
Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer ❖ Shortcut menu —A pop-up menu for track selection appears when you click the right mouse button. TECHNICAL NOTE: VideoCD playback capability is not enabled on all systems. Playing an audio CD Place the audio CD in the DVD-ROM drive.
Page 159: Using The Computer's Telephony Feature
Exchanging data with another computer ❖ The parallel port, you need a LapLink To transfer files: Connect the appropriate serial or parallel cable. Load the transfer program on both computers. Set any specific options. Start the transfer. When you have finished transferring files, close the programs on both computers.
Page 160: Setting Up For Communications
In order to connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: ❖ A modem (one comes with your Tecra 8100 computer) ❖ A telephone line ❖ A browser or communications program ❖...
Page 161: Determining The Com Port
Exchanging data with another computer Determining the COM port Your modem is connected to one of the computer’s COM (communications) ports. The default setting for the modem is COM2. The following procedure is intended to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings.
Page 162 Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer To verify that the modem is set up properly, click the port to which your modem is connected and then click More Info to run the Windows 98 Second Edition Modem Diagnostics. Windows 98 Second Edition communicates with the modem and displays identifying information reported by the modem.
Page 163: Connecting The Modem To A Telephone Line
Exchanging data with another computer Connecting the modem to a telephone line Before you can use the modem, you must connect it to a standard voice-grade telephone line. For more information, see “Connecting a modem” on page 55. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you are using the telephone line at home, disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem.
Page 164: Toshiba's Online Resources
Standby or Resume. Otherwise, Standby and Resume may disrupt your network connection. Toshiba’s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites can provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions, and keep you up to date with future upgrades.
Page 165 You use MS-DOS under Windows NT through the MS-DOS emulation mode. Windows NT displays either a windowed or full- screen MS-DOS session, which Microsoft refers to as the “command-line prompt.” To open an MS-DOS session, open the Start menu, click Programs, then click Command Prompt.
Page 166 Chapter Fn-esse ........... . 141 Hardware Setup .
Page 167: Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities
Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Additionally, Toshiba has added a tab to the Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition Power Management utility. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options or change default options.
Page 168: Starting Fn-Esse
You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. Starting Fn-esse To start Fn-esse, click Start, then point to Programs, Toshiba Utilities, and then click Fn-esse. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. The Fn-esse window The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖...
Page 169: Assigning A Key To A Program Or Document
Release the primary button. Fn-esse displays the Add/Edit Command dialog box completely filled in to reflect the selected program or document. Click OK to close the Add/Edit Command dialog box with your key assignment in place. Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Part II: Technical Reference...
Page 170 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse The program or document is now associated with the key you just selected. To open the program or document, press the appropriate key from within any Windows program. Using the keyboard or pointing device To assign a key to open a program or document: Start Fn-esse.
Page 171: Viewing Existing Key Assignments
Assignments dialog box. This box lists all the key assignments and the program or document to which each key is assigned. To view items in a pop-up list, click the Expand popup lists check box. Toshiba Utilities plus the appropriate key from within any Part II: Technical Reference Fn-esse...
Page 172: Changing Or Removing Existing Key Assignments
To remove the key assignment, click Clear. Hardware Setup Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows. Hardware Setup in Windows 98 Second Edition To access Hardware Setup in Windows 98 Second Edition, go to Start, Settings, Control Panel.
Page 173 Toshiba Hardware Setup has the following tabs: ❖ General — Shows the BIOS version, memory configuration, and Hard Disk Drive (HDD) mode. ❖ Password — Allows you to set the user password, an expansion station eject password, and an owner string.
Page 174: Hardware Setup In Windows Nt
Hardware Setup in Windows NT To access Hardware Setup in Windows NT, click Start, point to Programs, Toshiba Utilities, and click Hardware Setup. The Toshiba Hardware Configuration window appears. Toshiba Hardware Configuration (Windows NT) The Hardware Configuration window displays system information.
Page 175 ❖ Serial — Allows you to choose the default settings for the serial port and modem port. ❖ Parallel/Printer — Lets you set the printer port type. Toshiba Utilities Hardware Setup , then click OK. Explorer Part II: Technical Reference...
Page 176 Toshiba Utilities Hardware Setup ❖ Pointing Devices — Allows you to specify whether you want to use the AccuPoint II, a PS/2 mouse, or both with your computer. ❖ Display — Lets you customize your computer’s display settings for either the computer’s LCD display or for an external monitor.
Page 177: Tsetup
Apply, you can reconfigure that function. Any options that you change will become default settings when you restart your system. TSETUP TSETUP is the MS-DOS-based, Toshiba configuration- management tool, similar to Hardware Setup available through Windows. You can access TSETUP during startup or while in Windows.
Page 178: Using Power Management
Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition includes a power management utility that allows you to change many of your default power settings. NOTE: Toshiba recommends that you use the Microsoft Power Manager to set the Hibernation option only. For other power-saving options, use the Toshiba Power Saver utility.
Page 179 The Power Management Properties dialog box contains the following tabs: ❖ Power Schemes — Allows you to choose from among a group of preset power options. ❖ Advanced — Allows you to choose additional power management options. Toshiba Utilities Using Power Management Part II: Technical Reference...
Page 180: Power Saver
❖ DS-XG Power— Allows you to set the power mode for the DS-XG audio device. TECHNICAL NOTE: Toshiba recommends that you always have the Hibernation option enabled. Hibernation is the function that causes your system to save anything you have in short-term memory to the hard disk drive should your battery fail.
Page 181 Toshiba Utilities Power Saver The Power Saver dialog box appears. Power Saver dialog box (Windows 98 Second Edition) By changing the options that appear in the Power Saver Properties dialog box and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function. You may choose a power-saving management strategy to best suit your computing needs.
Page 182: Power Saver In Windows Nt
Toshiba Utilities Power Saver Power Saver in Windows NT To access Power Saver Properties in Windows NT: Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click Control Panel. Click Power Saver. The Power Saver Properties dialog box appears. Power Saver Properties dialog box (Windows NT) The Power Saver Properties window contains the following tabs: ❖...
Page 183 Select a tab, make any changes you require, and click OK. The new power mode changes take effect. Selecting the “Show power mode on the taskbar” check box displays the power-saving icon on the taskbar. This icon shows the current power-saving mode. Toshiba Utilities Power Saver Part II: Technical Reference...
Page 184: Expansion Device Properties
To use the Toshiba Services Configuration: Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click Control Panel. In the Control Panel window, double-click the Toshiba Services Configuration icon. The Toshiba Services Configuration dialog box appears. Toshiba Services Configuration dialog box For more information about expansion devices, see “Using an...
Page 185 Toshiba Utilities Expansion device properties Part II: Technical Reference...
Page 186 Chapter Using passwords in Windows ....... . . 161 User-level passwords ......... 162 Supervisor-level passwords .
Page 187: Chapter 8: Keeping Your Files Safe
When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports the following types of passwords on the Tecra 8100 computer: ❖ A power-on (user-level) password that requires you to enter the password whenever you start the computer.
Page 188: User-Level Passwords
You can set (register) a user-level password in either Toshiba Hardware Setup or TSETUP. If you use TSETUP, you can create a password service diskette.
Page 189: Setting A User-Level Password
(power-on password), or when you use the hot key (instant password). To set (register) a user-level password in Windows NT: Click Start, point to Programs, and then point to Toshiba Utilities. Click Hardware Setup, click the Hardware Options button, and then select the Password tab.
Page 190 (instant password). Setting a user-level password in TSETUP HINT: If you forget your password and have lost your password service diskette, contact the Toshiba InTouch Center (US telephone number (800) 457-7777). To register a user-level password in TSETUP and create a password service diskette: Click Start, then Shut Down.
Page 191 TSETUP displays a setup screen. MEMORY Total=65536KB PASSWORD NotRegistered BATTERY BatterySaveMode=FullPower PERIPHERAL OperatingSystem=Non-ACPI PointingDevices=Auto-Selected ExtKeyboard"Fn"=Disabled USBLegacyEmulation=Disabled ParallelPortMode=ECP HardDiskMode=EnhancedIDE(Normal) ↑↓←→ Space,BkSp:Changevalues :SelectItems Esc:Exitwithoutsaving Home:Setdefaultvalues A sample TSETUP screen Press to move to the PASSWORD section of the screen. Press the spacebar. TSETUP asks you to enter a new password.
Page 192: Disabling The User-Level Password
Disabling the user-level password You can disable a user-level password in either Hardware Setup or in TSETUP. Disabling a user-level password in Toshiba Hardware Setup To delete a user-level password in Windows 98 Second Edition: Part II: Technical Reference...
Page 193 Click OK at the bottom of the Hardware Setup window. The user password is disabled. To delete a user-level password in Windows NT: Click Start, point to Programs, and then point to Toshiba Utilities. Click Hardware Setup, click the Hardware Options button, and then select the Password tab.
Page 194: Using The Power-On (User-Level) Password
Keeping Your Files Safe User-level passwords The computer shuts down and turns itself off. HINT: Run TSETUP outside Windows, at a system prompt. If you try to run TSETUP from an MS-DOS session under Windows, results can be unpredictable. Slide the power button cover on the left side of the computer toward the rear, revealing the power button.
Page 195 password before it goes through its normal startup procedure. The password operates regardless of whether or not the computer is in Suspend/Resume (memory) Mode. When your computer prompts you to enter your password, type it in and press . If you enter the password correctly, the Enter computer continues with its normal startup procedure.
Page 196: Using The Instant (User-Level) Password
Supervisor-level passwords A supervisor-level password protects system settings by restricting who can make changes in Toshiba Utilities and TSETUP. This is useful if more than one person is using the computer. NOTE: Supervisor-level passwords are not available in Windows NT.
Page 197 Windows NT shuts down and the computer turns itself off. Connect the external diskette drive to the computer. Insert the Toshiba Companion Diskette into the diskette drive and turn on the computer. After a few minutes, a Welcome screen appears.
Page 198 Keeping Your Files Safe Supervisor-level passwords Press Enter The Toshiba Companion Utility main menu appears. Use the arrow keys to select Exit to DOS. At the A:\ prompt, type The following message appears: SUPERVISOR PASSWORD = Not Registered Do you want to register the supervisor password <Y/N>? Type to set a supervisor password.
Page 199: Deleting A Supervisor-Level Password
Yes, or OK, as appropriate. Windows shuts down the computer, then restarts it in MS-DOS mode and displays a system prompt. Type c:\toshiba\svpw The Supervisor Password program starts and asks if you want to delete a password. Press The Supervisor Password program prompts you to enter your password.
Page 200 Keeping Your Files Safe Supervisor-level passwords Insert the Toshiba Companion Diskette into the diskette drive and turn on the computer. After a few minutes, a Welcome screen appears. Press Enter The Toshiba Companion Utility main menu appears. Use the arrow keys to select Exit to DOS.
Page 201: Hard Disk Drive Passwords - Windows 98 Second Edition
Hard disk drive passwords - Windows 98 Second Edition Hard disk drive passwords - Windows 98 Second Edition Your computer comes with a program preinstalled that lets you set two types of hard disk drive passwords, User and Master. These passwords protect your primary and secondary hard disks as follows: ❖...
Page 202 Master password, YOU WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO ACCESS YOUR HARD DISK AGAIN. Toshiba will not be held responsible for any loss of data, any loss of use or access to your hard disk drive, or for any other losses to you or any other person or organization that results from the loss of access to your hard disk drive.
Page 203 Hard disk drive passwords - Windows 98 Second Edition Type a password of up to 10 characters and press HDDPWD32 prompts you to enter the password again. Type the password again and press If the passwords match, HDDPWD32 prompts you to create a password diskette.
Page 204: Deleting The Hard Disk Drive User Password
If the password you typed matches the registered hard disk drive User password, the password is deleted. Shut down and restart the computer for your changes to take effect. Part II: Technical Reference c:\toshiba\hddpwd32 , HDDPWD32 prompts you to enter your Enter and press Enter...
Page 205: Setting A Hard Disk Drive Master Password
HDDPWD32 displays another warning and asks you to confirm that you want to set a hard disk drive Master password. To set a hard disk drive Master password, type Keeping Your Files Safe c:\toshiba\hddpwd32 and press Enter and press Enter...
Page 206 Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords - Windows 98 Second Edition To exit without setting a password, type If you choose password. Type a password of up to 10 characters and press CAUTION: Make sure you choose a hard disk drive Master password you can remember easily.
Page 207: Deleting A Hard Disk Drive Master Password
If there is no hard disk drive User password set, HDDPWD32 displays a warning and asks you whether you want to delete the hard disk drive Master password. To delete the hard disk drive Master password, type Keeping Your Files Safe c:\toshiba\hddpwd32 and press Enter and press Enter...
Page 208: Hard Disk Drive Passwords - Windows Nt
Click Start and point to Programs. Click Windows NT Explorer. Windows NT Explorer opens. Choose the C:\ drive and click the Toshiba folder to open it. The Toshiba folder opens. Select and double-click the hddpwdnt.exe file. A warning screen appears and asks you to confirm that you want to use this optional security feature.
Page 209 HINT: To exit without setting a hard disk drive password, click Cancel. The Toshiba Hard Drive Password Utility dialog box appears. Click on the box next to the readme file, then click The readme file appears, which explains in detail the difference between the Master and User password features.
Page 210 YOU WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO ACCESS YOUR HARD DISK AGAIN. Toshiba will not be held responsible for any loss of data, any loss of use or access to your hard disk drive, or for any other losses to you or any other person or organization that results from the loss of access to your hard disk drive.
Page 211 Hard disk drive passwords - Windows NT Register Password dialog box 10 Select one or more of the hard disk drives listed by clicking in the box next to the drive. To use the same password for all drives, click the box next to the message “Use the same password for all devices.”...
Page 212 Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords - Windows NT 12 Click Yes to continue registering the user password. The Register Password dialog box appears, displaying the name of the drive being registered after the message, “Enter the password for:”. Register Password dialog box 13 Type the password in the New Password field.
Page 213: Creating A Password Backup Diskette
Hard disk drive passwords - Windows NT 16 Specify if you want to register the password. ❖ Click Yes to register the password. ❖ Click No to cancel the password registration. The HDD Password utility registers the password. If you chose to register a different password for each drive, the HDD Password utility prompts you to enter the next password.
Page 214: Deleting The Hard Disk Drive Password
Click Start and point to Programs. Click Windows NT Explorer. Windows NT Explorer opens. Choose the C:\ drive and click the Toshiba folder to open it. The Toshiba folder opens. Select and double-click the hddpwdnt.exe file. The text box shows that you have a registered password.
Page 215 Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords - Windows NT The Toshiba HDD Password Utility dialog box appears. The hard disk drives with a registered password display “Registered” under the User columns. HINT: Clicking Cancel allows you to exit the utility.
Page 216 Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords - Windows NT Click User. The Master Password dialog box appears. Master Password dialog box Click Delete. The dialog box lists all the hard disk drives with registered passwords. Select one or more of the hard disk drives listed by clicking the box next to the drive.
Page 217 After all the selected drives have been processed, the Delete Master Password dialog box appears. HINT: Clicking No cancels the deletion process. 12 Click OK. The Toshiba HDD Password Utility dialog box displays the drives with deleted passwords as “Deleted (Pending)” in the status column. 13 Click Exit.
Page 218 Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords - Windows NT NOTE: If you try to change the password before restarting the computer, the password that was in place the last time the computer was started will be the effective password. 14 Click OK to shut down the computer.
Page 219 Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords - Windows NT Part II: Technical Reference...
Page 220 Chapter Industry standard architecture ........195 Operating system compatibility ....... . 197 System management .
Page 221: Chapter 9: Managing Your Tecra 8100 Computer
IT operations. System management and computer security features specific to many of the latest notebooks, including the Tecra 8100, are outlined briefly in this section. Industry standard architecture Toshiba incorporates advanced industry standard architectures into...
Page 222: Desktop Management Interface
Managing Your Tecra 8100 Computer Industry standard architecture configuration, off-hours maintenance, and constant PC health monitoring. The specification defines the requirements for interfaces and protocols to allow remote network access for system management purposes and interoperability between systems instrumentation and management applications. It also describes the instrumentation required to ensure that hardware devices can be monitored and acted on by software.
Page 223: Operating System Compatibility
Operating system compatibility Additionally, the Tecra 8100 computer, like all Toshiba computers, bears the Microsoft Hardware Compatibility logo. The logo indicates the unit has passed a series of tests that verify the compatibility of Toshiba’s hardware systems and associated adapters with Microsoft Windows.
Page 224: Configuration Management
Toshiba expands configuration options through its proprietary Configuration Builder technology. The Configuration Builder CD that ships with the Tecra 8100 gives users the ability to completely recover their systems, reinstall individual software, or create a completely new configuration. Custom configuration is possible...
Page 225: Fault Management
The Tecra 8100 addresses these areas of fault management in a number of ways, including attention to the design of the computer, incorporating an enhanced BIOS POST boot process into the system.
Page 226: Enterprise Management Software Compatibility
Enhanced BIOS POST Toshiba incorporates an enhanced BIOS POST (Power On Self Test) into the Tecra 8100 boot process. Once the machine is powered on, the system executes a testing sequence prior to loading the operating system, including analysis of the memory subsystem, display and keyboard controllers, and hard drive.
Page 227: Advanced Features Via The Netdock
SMS connection With Toshiba’s SMS Connection, using Microsoft’s System Management Server to manage and support the Tecra 8100 can extend the power of this popular package to include hardware and system configurations. By using Toshiba’s SMS Connection, a wide variety of additional hardware-related information is added to the SMS database.
Page 228 This manageability solution allows the IT administrator to receive the alerts remotely and adjust their settings, if desired. Alert on LAN technology is embedded on the motherboard of the Toshiba NetDock. Part II: Technical Reference...
Page 229: Security Management
System password in Flash, Not CMOS Toshiba addresses security concerns in a number of ways. Across Toshiba’s product lines, the system password for user entry is located in flash memory, as opposed to CMOS. CMOS is battery- powered memory.
Page 230: Boot String
Hard disk drive password For added security of data, Toshiba has implemented the hard disk drive password feature across all portable platforms. Should the hard drive be removed, transferred and installed into another...
Page 231: Eject Password
Dock prevention lock The Toshiba dock prevention lock is embedded into a docking station itself and prevents unauthorized hot-docking. The dock prevention feature prevents an outsider from easily logging onto a LAN connection point via the docking station and tampering with data files.
Page 232 If you need further assistance ........243 Toshiba's worldwide offices ........247...
Page 233: Chapter 10: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide Some problems you may encounter when using your Tecra 8100 computer are relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may require help from your network administrator or the manufacturer of the software program. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter.
Page 234: Problems When You Turn On The Computer
Troubleshooting Guide Problems when you turn on the computer Turn off the computer and any peripheral devices connected to it. This includes a local printer and any other external devices. Check that the electrical outlet is working by plugging in another appliance such as a lamp.
Page 235 Problems when you turn on the computer If the computer will not start after it has been turned off for a while, remove the battery and reinsert it. For instructions on removing the battery, see “Changing batteries” on page 102. The computer starts but, when you press a key on the keyboard or touch the AccuPoint II, nothing happens.
Page 236 CAUTION: Before using the Toshiba Companion Diskette, make sure that your computer has the same operating system as that which is stored on the Toshiba Companion Diskette or additional problems may result. Insert the Toshiba Companion Diskette into the diskette drive.
Page 237 TSETUP. This command instructs the computer to start from the diskette drive. The message “ on your screen. Press Enter. The Toshiba Companion Diskette Main Menu displays a list of options. Choose Exit to DOS, and press The MS-DOS prompt Type , then press...
Page 238 Enter The Toshiba Companion Diskette Main Menu displays a list of options. If this procedure does not fix the problem, then you need to run Windows NT Setup. The Windows NT files are on the Configuration Builder CD.
Page 239: Resolving A Hardware Conflict
Resolving a hardware conflict Using the Windows 98 Second Edition troubleshooting feature If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows Help to troubleshoot the problem first. From the Windows Help menu, click the Contents tab and select Troubleshooting.
Page 240 Troubleshooting Guide Resolving a hardware conflict Interrupt Request channel The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request (IRQ) because it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests some of the processor’s time. If two or more devices use the same IRQ, the processor doesn’t know which device is asking for attention.
Page 241: Checking Device Properties
Resolving a hardware conflict resources to it. As a result, a hardware conflict can occur. To find out what resources Windows has assigned to the legacy device, refer to the section “Checking device properties.” If Windows is unable to provide the information you need, the preassigned settings for IRQs, DMAs and I/O assignments are listed in “System Resources”...
Page 242: Fixing Device-Related Problems
Troubleshooting Guide Fixing device-related problems ❖ The Resources tab, which lists the resources assigned to the device. If you have a device conflict, it is shown in the Conflicting device list. ❖ The Drivers tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device.
Page 243: Power And The Batteries
Remove the memory card following the instructions in “Removing a memory module” on page 47. Reinstall the memory card following the instructions in “Installing a memory module” on page 43, and make sure it’s seated properly. Replace the memory expansion slot cover. Check for the error again.
Page 244 Troubleshooting Guide Fixing device-related problems The power cable and AC adapter work correctly, but the battery won’t charge. The main battery may not be making a good electrical connection. Turn off the computer, remove the battery and confirm that its contacts are clean.
Page 245: Keyboard Problems
For more information on maximizing battery power, refer to “Taking care of your battery” on page 104 and “Conserving power” on page 106. Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters.
Page 246: Accupoint Ii Problems
Troubleshooting Guide Fixing device-related problems AccuPoint II problems Some of the keyboard conditions listed in the previous section may also affect the AccuPoint II. Your finger easily slides off the AccuPoint II. The AccuPoint II cap may be greasy. Remove the cap and clean it with a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol.
Page 247 If you are using the built-in screen, try changing the display priority to make sure it is not set for an external monitor. To do this, press If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖...
Page 248: Disk Drive Problems
Troubleshooting Guide Fixing device-related problems You are using an external display device and part of the desktop isn’t visible. If the desktop area is set to a resolution greater than 640 x 480, the external device goes into “virtual” display mode. This means that part of the desktop will not display on the screen.
Page 249 disk configuration information. This information is useful in recovering boot records. To check a volume for errors: Click Start, then point to Programs. Point to Administrative Tools, then click Disk Administrator. The Disk Administrator displays the primary partition and volumes on your disk(s). Click the partition you want to check for errors.
Page 250 Troubleshooting Guide Fixing device-related problems You may also be able to recover lost data by using utility software, which is available from your network administrator. Some programs run correctly but others do not. This is probably a configuration problem. When a program doesn’t run properly, refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs.
Page 251: Modem Problems
Modem problems The modem dials the line but doesn’t connect, or cannot maintain the connection. You may be connected to a noisy telephone line. To check this, connect an ordinary telephone to the telephone line and try placing a phone call. If you hear an unusual amount of noise or static, try connecting the modem to a different telephone line or connecting at a later time.
Page 252: Problems With The Cd-Rom Or Dvd-Rom Drive
Troubleshooting Guide Fixing device-related problems Problems with the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive You cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure the tray which holds the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM is closed properly. Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the tray and remove the disc.
Page 253: Sound System Problems
CD-RW (read-only). The CD-ROM drive supports CD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW (read-only). HINT: The DVD-ROM drive reads only Region 1 (North America) DVDs. If the problem is with a data CD or DVD, refer to the software’s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program’s needs.
Page 254: Optional Devices
Troubleshooting Guide Fixing device-related problems The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. Adjust the volume control.
Page 255 Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to support their cards. Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing another PC Card. If Windows doesn’t have built-in drivers for your PC Card and the card didn’t come with a Windows driver, it may not work under Windows.
Page 256 To check this in Windows 98 Second Edition: click Start, select Settings, then select Control Panel, and click the Hardware Setup icon. To check this in Windows NT: click Start, select Programs, select Toshiba Utilities, click Hardware Setup, then select the Part II: Technical Reference...
Page 257 Hardware Options button and the PC Card tab. You will need to restart the machine in order for changes to take effect. The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. The problem may be caused by an I/O (input/output) conflict between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the system.
Page 258: Printer Problems
Troubleshooting Guide Fixing device-related problems The PCMCIA.INI file may not be installed on your computer. Install it, referring to the Toshiba Configuration Builder CD Instructions for the installation procedure. A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected.
Page 259: Dvd Operating Problems-Windows 98 Second Edition
DVD operating problems–Windows 98 Second Edition You may have connected the printer while the computer was turned on. Disable Resume Mode (if appropriate), turn off the computer, and turn off the printer. Turn the printer back on, make sure it’s ready (on line), then turn the computer back on. The printer doesn’t print what I see on the screen.
Page 260 See “Checking device properties” on page 215 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the DVD- ROM properties. Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on DVD- ROM drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title.
Page 261 DVD operating problems–Windows 98 Second Edition The Display Properties dialog box appears. Click the Settings tab. Next to the words Desktop Area, move the slider to a lower setting, such as 800 x 600 or 640 x 480. Click OK. DVD titles, games, or applications appear distorted.
Page 262: Dvdexpress Problems
Troubleshooting Guide DVD operating problems–Windows 98 Second Edition Click OK. DVDExpress problems DVDExpress has been configured to provide optimum performance and quality based upon your system’s available resources. Changes made to the system or its configuration may impact the playback performance of the DVDExpress player. General issues DVDExpress controls are disabled.
Page 263 DVD operating problems–Windows 98 Second Edition The “Root” or “Title” menu does not open. Most DVD titles have one or both of the “Root” and “Title” menus. If one menu button appears to do nothing, try the other menu button. DVDExpress performance decreases after making a system change.
Page 264: Minimum System Requirements
Troubleshooting Guide DVD operating problems–Windows 98 Second Edition Microsoft DirectX the manufacturer of the component. Make sure that your display driver resolution, color depth, and refresh rate are optimal for DVD playback. (Some systems do not support video overlays if these parameters are not optimal.) Try lowering these settings to improve performance.
Page 265: Error Messages
DVD operating problems–Windows 98 Second Edition Error messages The following table offers descriptions and resolutions for error messages that may appear when using DVDExpress. Error message and additional information The disc in the DVD-ROM drive is not a valid disc type. Valid disc types are DVD-Video, VideoCD, and audio CD.
Page 266 Troubleshooting Guide DVD operating problems–Windows 98 Second Edition Error message and additional information DVDExpress cannot display the selected resolution due to system limitations. The screen size exceeds the allowable display limit. There are not enough system resources to play the DVD at the selected setting. The audio settings are incorrect.
Page 267 DVD operating problems–Windows 98 Second Edition Error message and additional information This DVD disc cannot be played in this region. The selected region cannot be used due to one of the following: The Region Code of DVDExpress and the DVD disc do not match.
Page 268: Developing Good Computing Habits
Troubleshooting Guide Developing good computing habits Error message and additional information This file appears to contain unsupported data. The drive or disc cannot be found. This may be caused by one of the following: No disc in the DVD-ROM drive. No DVD-ROM drive.
Page 269: If You Need Further Assistance
❖ Use Windows to copy files to diskettes. ❖ Connect a storage device to the system and use specialized software to copy all your data from hard disk to a tape. ❖ Connect the system to a LAN and copy files to some other location on the network.
Page 270: Contacting Toshiba
If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware- related, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you. Use one of Toshiba’s online services. The Toshiba Forum can be accessed through CompuServe Service (BBS) can be reached free of charge from any PC with a modem.
Page 271 ❖ On CompuServe, type Along with 20 or so dedicated “Team Toshiba” volunteers, who are online at all hours, Toshiba’s technical support staff provides interactive technical support in a “bulletin board” type of forum layout. The Toshiba Forum is further augmented by a huge library of downloadable information files, product specifications, utilities, drivers, and software.
Page 272 Troubleshooting Guide If you need further assistance Use the following telephone number: (949) 837-4408 Toshiba voice contact To aid Toshiba, make sure you have: ❖ The computer and any optional devices related to the problem. ❖ Backup copies of Windows and all other preloaded software on diskettes or CD.
Page 273: Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
Santa Fe de Bogotá, Colombia Denmark Scribona Danmark A/S Naverland 27 DK2600 Glostrup Denmark Troubleshooting Guide Toshiba's worldwide offices Australia Toshiba (Australia) Pty. Limited 84-92 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia Belgium Toshiba Information Systems Benelux (Belgium) B.V. Excelsiorlaan 40...
Page 274 Hungary Italy Progetto Elettronica 92 s.r.l. Viale Certosa 138, 20156 Milano Italy Luxembourg Same as Belgium Morocco C.B.I. 22 Rue de Béthune Casablanca Morocco New Zealand Toshiba (New Zealand) Pty. Limited Level 4, 3 Ferncroft Street Grafton Auckland New Zealand...
Page 275 43-316 Bielsko-Biala 01-059 Warszawa Poland Slovakia HTC s.r.o. Kukucinova 26 831 03 Bratislava Slovakia Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a Planta Escalera A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain Switzerland Ozalid AG Herostrasse 7 8048 Zürich...
Page 276 Troubleshooting Guide Toshiba's worldwide offices United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States Part II: Technical Reference Venezuela InterPC de Venezuela Esquina Calle 4 y Calle 8 Edificio Tepal - Piso 3 La Urbina...
Page 277 Troubleshooting Guide Toshiba's worldwide offices Part II: Technical Reference...
Page 279 PPENDIXES What’s in Part III This part provides additional technical information about the computer. Review this material if you have additional questions or need additional information.
Page 280 Appendix Instant password security ........255 Power usage mode .
Page 281: Appendix A: Hot Keys
Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on or above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Instant password security This hot key locks the keyboard and blanks the display.
Page 282: Power Usage Mode
Full power, High power, Medium power, Low power, and User setting. Power usage modes (Windows NT) The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Saver utility. For more information, see “Power Saver” on page 154. Part III: Appendixes...
Page 283: Shutdown Mode
Shutdown mode This hot key displays the Resume Mode pop-up window and cycles through the different Shutdown modes. The Shutdown modes in Windows 98 Second Edition are: Standby, Hibernation, and Shutdown. Shutdown modes (Windows 98 Second Edition) The Shutdown modes in Windows NT are: Boot, and Suspend/Resume (memory).
Page 284: Display Modes
Hot Keys Display modes This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: built-in display panel only, built-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously, external monitor only, built in display panel and TV (or other external video device) simultaneously, and TV (or other external video device) only.
Page 285 Hot Keys Part III: Appendixes...
Page 286 Appendix Built-in features ..........261 Optional accessories and devices .
Page 287: Appendix B: Features And Specifications
Features and Specifications This appendix lists the features of the Tecra 8100 computer and summarizes its specifications. Built-in features This section lists the computer’s features. Technology and processor Microprocessor 450 MHz, 1.6V/core 1.8V/GTL, Intel Mobile Pentium lll processor -or- 500 MHz, 1.6V/core 1.8V/GTL,...
Page 288 Features and Specifications L2 cache 256 KB external write-back level two cache 2 Mbit Pipelined Burst Synchronous SRAM (64-bit bus width, 3.3V) x 2, 2.4ns access time (8.0 ns cycle time w/ 100 MHz speed) PCI Bus High performance 32-bit PCI system bus supports PC Card slots, modem, CD-ROM drive, infrared controller, sound chip, and external PCI docking capability Front Side Bus...
Page 289 Optional secondary 10.8V x 3,400 mAh lithium ion (Li-Ion) battery pack Battery for use in the SelectBay RTC battery 2.4V x 40 mAh lithium ion (Li-Ion) battery provides power for the internal real-time clock and calendar Intelligent power Detects low battery charge and displays the battery supply charge remaining Storage capacity...
Page 290 Features and Specifications Expansion port 240-pin port lets you connect an optional expansion device External diskette Lets you connect the external 3.5-inch diskette drive, if drive port you’ve removed the diskette drive from the SelectBay to install the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM drive module, HDD module, or secondary battery module Fast infrared port Infrared Data Association (IrDA)-compliant serial...
Page 291 I PC Cards. These slots support PC Card 16 and CardBus cards. Maximum slot thickness: 10.5 mm Standard hardware Memory options The Tecra 8100 comes with 64 MB RAM standard (expandable to 256 MB). The amount of RAM is specified by the customer Display options 13.3-inch (measured diagonally) active-matrix Thin...
Page 292: Special Features
Features and Specifications 3.5-inch diskette Accommodates both 1.44 MB, high density (2HD) and drive module 720 KB, double-density (2DD) diskettes A 3.5-inch drive module and an external diskette drive case ships with the computer Keyboard Enhanced 85-key keyboard emulates the IBM keyboard, including the Windows and application keys for Windows 98 Second Edition and Windows NT Workstation 4.0 embedded numeric and cursor control...
Page 293 Advanced Power TSETUP allows you to adjust the system’s power Management consumption levels The power management utility in Windows 98 Second Edition can be accessed directly in Control Panel Windows NT 4.0 uses Power Save to set the system’s power consumption levels Integrated Advanced Power and Configuration Interface (ACPI) V1.0 support provides Plug and Play and enhanced power consumption features for future...
Page 294: Power Devices
Features and Specifications Optional accessories and devices This section lists the options available for the computer. SelectBay modules CD-ROM drive 5.25-inch 24X (maximum) speed (3,600 Kbps transfer module speed), MPC-compliant, photo-CD capable CD-ROM drive module lets you play music from CDs (compact discs) and run programs from CD-ROMs DVD-ROM drive 5.25-inch 6x (maximum) speed (16.6 MBps transfer...
Page 295: Memory Modules
Additional battery packs Memory modules 64 MB The memory module expands the computer’s memory by an additional 64 MB 128 MB The memory module expands the computer’s memory by an additional 128 MB Expansion capability NetDock The NetDock (10/100 Network Port Replicator II) provides the ports available on the computer in addition to a LAN jack, and separate PS/2 mouse and PS/2 keyboard ports, a line-out jack, and two USB ports...
Page 296: Physical Dimensions
Features and Specifications Other Carrying case Sturdy fabric or leather carrying case protects the computer while traveling Security Cable PORT-Noteworthy Computer Lock cable to deter computer theft Passwords Power-on and HDD passwords provide access security HDD security Hardware screws for memory, built-in modem, main screws HDD and PC Card security Specifications...
Page 297 Environmental conditions Operating Temperature 5° to 35° C (41° to 95° F) Relative humidity 20% to 80% non-condensing Altitude (relative to -60 to 3,000 m sea level) (-197 ft. to 9,842 ft.) Shock 10G; 1.5G with CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive installed Vibration 0.5G;...
Page 298 Appendix...
Page 299: Appendix C: Power Cable Connectors
Power Cable Connectors The computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved United Kingdom BS approved...
Page 300 Appendix IRQ level assignments ........275 DMA channel assignments .
Page 301: Appendix D: System Resources
System Resources This appendix lists the IRQ levels, DMA channels, and I/O port addresses. IRQ level assignments The direct line to the CPU is called an Interrupt ReQuest (IRQ) level or channel. You’ll hear both terms used by technical experts. They mean the same thing.
Page 302 System Resources 3.5-inch diskette drive LPT1 Real-time clock Not Available Available PCI bus PS/2 mouse Math coprocessor Hard disk CD-ROM Part III: Appendixes Notes COM port, modem, ECP, sound system Reserved for system COM port, sound system, modem Modem, sound system, FIR CD-ROM, secondary hard disk CD-ROM, SelectBay...
Page 303: Dma Channel Assignments
DMA channel assignments Direct Memory Access (DMA) allows some devices to transfer data to and from memory at high speeds, without using the CPU. Such devices are each assigned a unique DMA channel. The computer has two DMA controllers with four channels on each controller, a total of eight DMA channels.
Page 304 System Resources Input/output port address assignments The CPU accesses input/output devices, such as modems, by reading from them or writing to them. Each command to read or write must specify the address (in memory) for the port. Each device that communicates with the CPU must have a unique I/O port address.
Page 305 Port address Device/function 170-177 CD-ROM (secondary IDE controller) 1F0-1FF Hard disk controller (primary IDE controller) Not used 202-21F Not used 220-22F SoundBlaster Pro 240-24F Not used 260-277 Not used 278-27F Parallel PRT 2 280-2E7 Not used 2E8-2EF Serial port, or built-in modem (COM4) 2F0-2F7 Not used...
Page 306 System Resources Port address Device/function 378-37F Parallel PRT 1 380-387 Not used 388-38B Sound system OPL3 (MIDI) 38C-38F Not used 390-39F Not used 3A0-3AF Bisynchronous 1 3BC-3BE Parallel PRT 3 3C0-3DF CGA, EGA, VGA 3E2-3E3 Secondary PCMCIA controller when docked (only in PCIC mode) 3E8-3EF Serial port, infrared port, or built-...
Page 307 Port address Device/function E80-E87 Not used F44-F47 Not used System Resources Notes Available for Windows sound system Available for Windows Sound System Part III: Appendixes...
Page 308 Appendix...
Page 309: Appendix E: Video Modes
Video Modes This appendix lists the video modes supported by the display adapter, and identifies the characteristics of each mode. The tables have these columns: Mode is the mode number in hexadecimal; it is generally used by programmers to specify video modes in programs. Type identifies the display adapter that first supported the mode, and specifies whether the mode is text or graphics.
Page 310 Video Modes This table lists the video modes for the Tecra 8100 computer: Mode (hex) Type Resolution 0, 1 VGA Text 40x25 char 2, 3 VGA Text 80x25 char 0*, 1* VGA Text 40x25 char 2*, 3* VGA Text 80x25 char...
Page 311 Mode (hex) Type Resolution SVGA 800x600 pels 8x16 Grph SVGA 800x600 pels 8x16 Grph SVGA 1024x768 Grph pels SVGA 1024x768 Grph pels SVGA 1280x1024 Grph pels SVGA 1280x1024 Grph pels SVGA 640x480 pels 8x16 Grph SVGA 800x600 pels 8x16 Grph SVGA 1024x768 Grph...
Page 313: Glossary
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms Alternating Current ANSI: American National Standards Institute APM: Advanced Power Management ASCII: American Standard Code for Information Interchange AVI: Audio Video Interleaved BBS: Bulletin Board Service BIOS: Basic Input/Output System...
Page 314 Glossary CMOS: Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor COM1: Communications Port 1 (serial port) COM2: Communications Port 2 (serial port) CPU: Central Processing Unit CRT: Cathode Ray Tube Direct Current DMA: Direct Memory Access DIMM: Dual Inline Memory Module DOS: Disk Operating System DPI: Dots Per Inch DSTN:...
Page 315 HDD: Hard Disk Drive HMA: High Memory Area HTML: HyperText Markup Language IEEE: Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers I/O: Input/Output IrDA: Infrared Data Association IRQ: Interrupt Request ISA: Industry Standard Architecture Kilobyte LAN: Local Area Network LCD: Liquid Crystal Display LED: Light-Emitting Diode LPT1:...
Page 316 Glossary PCMCIA: Personal Computer Memory Card International Association P-P: Peak to Peak RAM: Random Access Memory RFI: Radio Frequency Interference RGB: Red, Green, Blue RMS: Root Mean Square ROM: Read-Only Memory RTC: Real-Time Clock SCSI: Small Computer System Interface SDRAM: Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SIMM: Single Inline Memory Module...
Page 317 WAN: Wide Area Network WAV: Waveform Audio WWW: World Wide Web XMS: eXtended Memory Specification Zoomed Video active-matrix display: A liquid crystal display made from a large array of liquid crystal cells. In its simplest form there is one thin film transistor for each cell. Active-matrix displays are often used in notebook computers because of their shallow depth and are notable for their high-quality color displays, which are viewable from wider angles than images produced...
Page 318 Glossary American National Standards Institute (ANSI) character set: The set of characters available in Microsoft Windows (or other operating system). The character set includes letters, numbers, symbols and foreign language characters. American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII): A set of 256 binary codes that represent the most commonly used letters, numbers and symbols.
Page 319 baud (baud rate): The speed at which communication devices such as printers, terminals, and modems transmit information. The Baud rate is the number of signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as bits per second). It is named for Emil Baudot, a pioneer in printing telegraphy.
Page 320 Glossary Boot Mode: The standard operating mode for most computers. In Boot Mode, you must always save your work and exit the application before you turn off the computer. When you turn on the computer again, the computer performs its entire startup procedure, and you have to restart your applications before you can continue working.
Page 321 capacity: The amount of data that can be stored in a computer’s memory or on a storage device such as a hard disk, diskettes, or CD-ROM. Capacity is usually measured in terms of kilobytes (KB), megabytes (MB) or gigabytes (GB). See also gigabyte, kilobyte, megabyte. card: See board.
Page 322 Glossary click: To press and release a mouse button, pointing device or AccuPoint II control button. In Windows, this refers to the left mouse button or primary AccuPoint II control button, unless otherwise stated. cold boot: See boot. COM1 and COM2: Names that the operating system gives the computer’s serial ports to distinguish between them.
Page 323 controller: An electronic device that automatically operates a unit or regulates a process. For example, the computer’s built-in disk drive controller takes information from the computer and translates it into a form usable by the hard drive. Unlike an adapter, which in its simplest form can be hardware only, a controller always includes firmware or software.
Page 324 Glossary deselect: To remove highlighting from text, such as an item in a list or menu, or to remove handles from graphical objects. device: A component attached to the computer. Internal devices include the hard disk and screen. External devices you can connect to the computer include a monitor, printer and port replicator.
Page 325 disk cache: A technique that speeds up processing. Each time your application receives data from a disk, a special program stores the data in a reserved area of memory (RAM). When the application next requests data, it looks for it first in the disk cache. Since reading from and writing to memory is quicker than using a disk drive, this can considerably improve system performance.
Page 326 Glossary dpi: Dots per inch. The number of ink dots printed per linear inch. For example, a printer specification of 300 x 300 dpi means that the printer can make 300 dots per inch both vertically and horizontally. drag: To hold down the AccuPoint II control button or mouse button while moving the cursor.
Page 327 escape: 1) To cancel the task currently in progress. 2) A code (ASCII code 27, generated by the ESC key) telling the computer that what follows are commands, not data. Used with peripheral devices such as printers and modems. execute: 1) To run a program or macro. 2) To interpret and carry out an instruction in a computer program.
Page 328 Glossary firmware: A set of instructions built into a chip to control its activities. folder (also called directory): Part of the organizational structure that allows the operating system to locate files. Each folder holds a number of related files and folders (subdirectories). font: A complete set of characters of one design and size, used to display information on the screen or output it to a printer.
Page 329 F1 in hexadecimal is equivalent to 11110001 in binary. See also binary, decimal. Hibernation: A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers which preserves the current state of the computer, including all open files and programs, when you turn it off by saving the information to the hard disk.
Page 330 Glossary infrared port: A port that allows data to be transferred by infrared signals instead of a cable. It works on the same principle as a remote control for a television set. input: Information received by a computer from a storage device such as a disk, or an input device such as the keyboard.
Page 331 keyboard shortcut: A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the AccuPoint II. kilobyte (KB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 bytes. Although kilo means 1000,for computers it refers to 1024, or 2 raised to the 10th power.
Page 332 Glossary math coprocessor: A special processor that performs arithmetic calculations on exponential numbers. Since a computer’s main processor calculates with integers, a math coprocessor can greatly improve system speed if you work with large spreadsheets or some graphics programs. Some processor chips include a built-in math coprocessor.
Page 333 motherboard: The main printed circuit board in the computer. It contains the processor chip, memory and other major system components. Sometimes called the main board. multimedia: A combination of two or more elements, such as sound, animation and video in a computer program or presentation. Multimedia programs, which require huge amounts of storage space, have become very popular with the wide availability of CD-ROM drives.
Page 334 Glossary operating system: A set of programs that controls how the computer works. Operating system functions include creating programs and data files, and controlling the flow of information between the processor, memory and devices. Examples of operating systems used by computers are MS-DOS and Windows 95. operating system disk: The disks containing the operating system.
Page 335 PC Card: A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. pel: The smallest display element that the computer can control. It consists of a single pixel (dot), or a set of contiguous pixels.
Page 336 A Class A device is sufficient for office use. Class B is a more stringent classification applying to equipment for home use. Toshiba computers comply with Class B computing device regulations. radio frequency interference (RFI) shield: A metal shield enclosing the printed circuit boards of the printer or computer to prevent interference with radio and TV reception.
Page 337 random access memory (RAM): High-speed memory which holds a copy of the operating system, any currently executing application programs, and any information undergoing processing. RAM is volatile, which means that all information in RAM is lost when you turn off the computer (unless Resume Mode is on or you have used the Windows 95 or Windows NT Suspend feature or the Windows 98 Standby feature).
Page 338 Glossary RJ11: A modular connector used on most U.S. telephone systems and direct-connect modems. The RJ11 connector is a 6-wire connector. RJ45: A modular connector used on many network cards. The RJ45 is an 8-wire connector. root directory: The directory on a disk at the “top” of the directory structure.
Page 339 In asynchronous serial communications, one or more bits indicating the end of a block of characters. Suspend: A feature in Windows 95 or Windows NT that, like Toshiba’s Resume Mode, allows you to turn the computer off without exiting your applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again.
Page 340 Glossary universal serial bus (USB): A peripheral expansion standard that supports a data transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices and monitors. USB peripherals have a single standard for cabling and connectors. USB allows hot swapping of peripherals.
Page 341 Glossary Zoomed Video (ZV): A PCMCIA standard which adapts the PC Card slot to allow the insertion of a ZV PC Card. Inserting a ZV PC Card establishes direct communication between the PC Card controller and the audio and video controllers, allowing large amounts of multimedia data to bypass the CPU or system bus.
Page 342 Glossary Part III: Appendixes...
Page 343: Index
Index Numerics 101-key keyboard 64 AC adapter 19 DC IN socket 5 plugging in 5 AC power light 9 AccuPoint II pointing device 9 troubleshooting 220 alarms 92 audio, .wav files 118 backup battery 88 basics backing up files 60 keyboard 63 Shut Down command 27 turning off the power 28...
Page 344 Index caps lock key 10 light 10 CD Player control panel 122 screen 122 CD-ROM drive 121 opening 77 playing audio CDs 121 troubleshooting 226 common device problems and solutions 216 communications cable-free 5 troubleshooting 225 composite video port connecting a device 33 computer display latch 8 precautions 18...
Page 345 status display window 123 DVDExpress error messages 239 minimum system requirements playing a file 132 playing a VideoCD 131 playing an audio CD 132 shortcut keys 128 troubleshooting 236 using 122 DVD-ROM drive 6 troubleshooting 226 Energy Star 87 expansion optional devices 269 port 5 expansion capability 269...
Page 346 Index power usage mode 101, 107, 108, 256 Shutdown mode 257 sound 257 hot keys 255 hot swapping peripherals 4 I/O port addresses 278 IBM 101-key enhanced keyboard 64 icon power-saving 157 icons xx infrared port 5 transferring files 132 using 133 input/output device addresses 278 installing...
Page 347 troubleshooting 225 upgrading 135 monitor connecting 31, 32, 33 port 5 mouse installing 36 serial 5, 36 MS-DOS using in Windows 98 138 MS-DOS programs 139 numeric overlay 11 numlock light 11 on/off light 10 opening the computer display panel 2 optional accessories 270 carrying case 270 locking cable 270...
Page 348 118 removing PC Cards 3, 55 reset button 2 restarting the computer 208 reset button 2 Toshiba Companion Diskette 212 where you left off 93 Resume mode 96 RJ-11 modem jack, connecting telephone cable 56 safety cautions xx ScanDisk...
Page 349 139 using DOS-based programs 139 Toshiba accessing online 244 technical support 246 worldwide offices 247 Toshiba’s Bulletin Board Service (BBS) 245 protocol 245 Toshiba’s online resources 138 travel, conserving power 106 troubleshooting AC power light not on 217...
Page 350 216 modem 225 PC Cards 229 power 217 printer 232 Resume Failure 209 run ScanDisk 222 Toshiba’s online services 244 Windows Help menu 213 TSETUP 151 methods for accessing 151 USB (Universal Serial Bus) hot swapping 4 port 4...

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Tecra 8100 series

Toshiba 8100 User Manual

Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

Chapter 2: Getting Started

Chapter 3: Connecting Other External Devices

Chapter 4: Learning the Basics

Chapter 5: Power Management

Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 8: Keeping Your Files Safe

Chapter 9: Managing Your Tecra 8100 Computer

Chapter 10: Troubleshooting Guide

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Features and Specifications

Appendix C: Power Cable Connectors

Appendix D: System Resources

Appendix E: Video Modes

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

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