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  • Page 1 TOSHIBA 2010 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 © 2002 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the informa- tion contained herein.

  • Page 3: Fcc Information

    WARNING: Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-compliant peripher- als or peripherals not recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer’s external monitor port,...

  • Page 4: Fcc Conditions

    Irvine, California 92618-1697 Telephone: (949) 583-3000 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares, that the product: PP201* conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary Information: “The product complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/05/EEC.”...
  • Page 5 Modem warning notice Conformity Statement The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for pan- European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.

  • Page 6: Region Selection

    Japan regulations Region selection If you are using the computer in Japan, technical regulations described in the Telecommunications Business Law require that you select the Japan region mode. It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection. Redial Up to two redial attempts can be made.

  • Page 7: Type Of Service

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

  • Page 8: Fax Branding

    Fax branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other...
  • Page 9 NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termina- tion on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.
  • Page 10 Notes for use of this device in New Zealand The grant of a Telepermit for a device in no way indicates Telecom acceptance of responsibility for the correct operation of that device under all operating conditions. In particular the higher speeds at which this modem is capable of operating depend on a specific network implementation which is only one of many ways of delivering high quality voice telephony to customers.
  • Page 11 When used in the Auto Answer mode, the S0 register must be set with a value of 3 or 4. This ensures: (a) a person calling your modem will hear a short burst of ringing before the modem answers. This confirms that the call has been successfully switched through the network.
  • Page 12 General conditions As required by PTC 100, please ensure that this office is advised of any changes to the specifications of these products which might affect compliance with the relevant PTC Specifications. The grant of this Telepermit is specific to the above products with the marketing description as stated on the Telepermit label artwork.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface Manual contents ................xix Conventions ..................xx Abbreviations ..................xx Icons ....................xx Keys ....................xx Key operation ..................xxi Display ....................xxi Messages ..................xxi General Precautions Stress injury ..................xxiii Heat injury ..................xxiii Pressure or impact damage ............
  • Page 14 Chapter 3 Getting Started Setting up your work space .............. 3-1 General conditions ................3-2 Placement of the computer ..............3-2 Seating and posture ................3-3 Lighting ....................3-3 Work habits ..................3-4 Opening the display ................3-5 Connecting the AC adaptor .............. 3-5 Turning on the power ...............
  • Page 15 Chapter 5 The Keyboard Typewriter keys ................. 5-1 F1 … F12 function keys ..............5-2 Soft keys: Fn key combinations ............5-2 Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard ..........5-2 Hotkeys ....................5-4 Fn Sticky key ..................5-6 Windows special keys ............... 5-7 Keypad overlay ..................
  • Page 16 Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords HW Setup ................... 7-1 Accessing HW Setup ................. 7-1 HW Setup window ................7-2 Supervisor password ............... 7-10 Chapter 8 Optional Devices PC cards ..................... 8-2 Installing a PC card ................8-2 Removing a PC card ................8-4 SD cards .....................
  • Page 17 Monitor ..................... 9-14 Sound system .................. 9-14 USB ....................9-15 Modem ..................... 9-15 LAN ....................9-17 Wireless LAN ................... 9-17 TOSHIBA support ................9-18 Before you call ................. 9-18 Where to write .................. 9-18 Appendixes Appendix A Specifications ................... A-1 Appendix B Display Controller and Modes ............
  • Page 18 xviii...

  • Page 19: Preface

    This manual tells how to set up and begin using your 2010 computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.

  • Page 20: Conventions

    User's Manual Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer’s power resources and battery save modes. Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords, explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program. It also tells how to set a password. Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.

  • Page 21: Key Operation

    Conventions Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign (+). For example, Ctrl + C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at the same time press the third.
  • Page 22 User's Manual xxii...

  • Page 23: General Precautions

    General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual.

  • Page 24: Pc Card Overheating

    User's Manual PC card overheating Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC card can result in errors or instability in the PC card operation. Also be careful when you remove a PC card that has been used for a long time. xxiv...

  • Page 25: Chapter 1 Introduction

    The following software is preinstalled: • Microsoft® Windows XP Professional/2000 • TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Driver • TOSHIBA Software Modem Driver • TOSHIBA SD card Driver • TOSHIBA Utilities • TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility for Display Devices • TOSHIBA Power Saver • TOSHIBA Mobile Extension...

  • Page 26: Features

    If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately. Features The computer uses TOSHIBA’s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI), Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage, and high reliability. This...
  • Page 27 Features Memory Built-in 256 MB of memory is installed on the main board. Slots A 256 MB memory module can be installed in the memory slot for a maximum of 512 MB system memory. Level 2 cache A 512 KB level 2 cache is provided to maximize perfor- mance.
  • Page 28 User's Manual Power Battery Pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium-ion polymer Battery Pack. High Capacity 2nd This Battery Pack (PA3155U) increases your computer’s Battery Pack operating time when a main Battery Pack is also installed. RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock (RTC) and calendar.
  • Page 29 TOSHIBA Console Press this button to launch an application automatically. button In Windows XP/2000 the default is TOSHIBA Console. Use the TOSHIBA Control to associate an application to this button. Internet button Press this button to launch an Internet browser. See...

  • Page 30: Special Features

    Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use. Hotkeys Key combinations let you quickly modify the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system configuration program.
  • Page 31 Special features Battery save mode This feature lets you save battery power. You can specify the Power Save Mode in the Running on batteries item of the Power Save Modes window in Power Saver. Power on password Two levels of password security are available: supervisor and user.

  • Page 32: Utilities

    This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For details on operations, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or readme files. TOSHIBA Power Saver To access this power savings management program in Windows 2000, open the Control Panel and double-click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon.
  • Page 33 Start, point to Settings, click Control Panel and double-click the Network icon. TOSHIBA AccessibilityThis utility lets you make the Fn key sticky, that is, you can press it once, release it, and they press an “F number” key. The Fn key remains active until another key is pressed.

  • Page 34: Options

    256 MB memory module. The module is SD Random Access Memory (SD-RAM). Battery Pack An Battery Pack (PA3154U) can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer. The Battery Pack is identical to the one that came with your computer. Use it as a spare or replacement. High Capacity 2nd This Battery Pack (PA3155U) increases your computer’s...

  • Page 35: Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

    Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer. Front with the display closed Figure 2-1 shows the computer’s front with its display panel in the closed position. OWER SOURCE SYSTEM INDICATORS ISPLAY LATCH...

  • Page 36: Left Side

    User's Manual Left side Figure 2-2 shows the computer’s left side. ECURITY LOCK SLOT CARD INDICATOR CARD SLOT AN VENT Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer Security lock A security cable attaches to this slot. The optional security slot cable anchors your computer to a desk or other large object to deter theft.

  • Page 37: Right Side

    Right side Right side Figure 2-3 shows the computer’s right side. IRELESS COMMUNICATION SWITCH CARD SLOT EADPHONE JACK ICROPHONE JACK NFRARED PORT Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer Wireless Slide this switch to the right to turn on Wireless LAN. communication Slide it to the left to turn off the functions.

  • Page 38: Back Side

    User's Manual Back side Figure 2-4 shows the computer’s back side. INDICATOR XTERNAL MONITOR PORT DC IN 15V ODEM JACK JACK PORTS Figure 2-4 The computer’s back side Modem jack In areas where an internal modem is installed as standard equipment, there is a modem jack that lets you use a modular cable to connect the modem directly to a tele- phone line.

  • Page 39: Underside

    Underside External monitor This 15-pin port lets you connect an external monitor. port DC IN 15V The AC adaptor connects to this socket. Use only the model of AC adaptor that comes with the computer. Using DC IN 15V the wrong adaptor can damage your computer. Underside Figure 2-5 shows the underside of the computer.

  • Page 40: Front With The Display Open

    Replacing the Battery Pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, describes how to access the Battery Pack. Battery Packs can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer to extend the computer’s battery operating time. Battery lock A sliding lock prevents inadvertent release of the Battery Pack.
  • Page 41 TOSHIBA Console Press this button to launch an application automatically. button The default is TOSHIBA Console. TouchPad A TouchPad located in the center of the palm rest is used to control the on-screen pointer. Refer to the...

  • Page 42: Indicators

    User's Manual Indicators Figure 2-7 shows the indicators, which light when various computer operations are in progress. IRELESS ECONDARY COMMUNICATION BATTERY BATTERY OWER DC IN Figure 2-7 The power source/system indicators Power source/system indicators DC IN The DC IN indicator glows green when DC power is supplied from the AC power adaptor.
  • Page 43 Indicators Disk The Disk indicator glows green when the computer is accessing a disk drive. Wireless The Wireless communication indicator lights when the communication Wireless LAN function is turned on. (This indicator is used only models with Wireless LAN functions.) The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and the CapsLock indicator.

  • Page 44: High Capacity 2Nd Battery Pack

    User's Manual Keyboard indicator Caps Lock This indicator glows green when the alphabet keys are locked in uppercase. Arrow mode When the Arrow mode indicator lights green, you can use the keypad overlay (white labeled keys) as cursor keys. Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard.

  • Page 45: Ac Adaptor

    Figure 2-11 The AC adaptor CAUTION: Use only the AC adaptor that came with the computer or an equivalent optional adaptor. Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. 2-11...
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  • Page 47: Chapter 3 Getting Started

    Chapter 3 Getting Started This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer. It covers the following topics: Setting up your work space — for your health and safety NOTE: Be sure also to read Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. This guide, which is included with the computer, explains product liability.

  • Page 48: General Conditions

    User's Manual Lighting Work habits General conditions In general, if you are comfortable, so is your computer, but read the following to make sure your work site provides a proper environment. Make sure there is adequate space around the computer for proper ventilation. Make sure the AC power cord connects to an outlet that is close to the computer and easily accessible.

  • Page 49: Seating And Posture

    Setting up your work space Seating and posture The height of your chair in relation to the computer and keyboard as well as the support it gives your body are primary factors in reducing work strain. Refer to the following tips and to figure 3-1. ELOW EYE LEVEL OOT REST ANGLES...

  • Page 50: Work Habits

    User's Manual Avoid placing the computer in front of bright light that could shine directly in your eyes. If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer work area. Use a lamp to illuminate your documents or desk, but be sure to position the lamp so that it does not reflect off the display or shine in your eyes.

  • Page 51: Opening The Display

    Pack, refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes. CAUTION: Use only the AC adaptor that came with the computer or an equivalent optional adaptor. Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case.
  • Page 52 User's Manual 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor. Figure 3-3 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor 2. Connect the AC adaptor’s DC output plug to the DC IN port on the back of the computer. Figure 3-4 Connecting the adaptor to the computer 3.

  • Page 53: Turning On The Power

    Turning on the power Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power. NOTE: After you turn on the power for the first time, do not turn it off until you have set up the operating system (OS) and the OS has started 1.

  • Page 54: Windows Xp Professional/2000 Setup

    User's Manual Windows XP Professional/2000 setup When you first turn on the power, the computer’s initial screen is the Microsoft Windows XP Professional/2000 Startup Screen Logo. Follow the on-screen directions. Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of the following modes: Shut down (Boot), Hibernation or Standby mode.

  • Page 55: Hibernation Mode

    NOTE: For the computer to shut down in hibernation mode, the hiberna- tion feature must be enabled in two places in TOSHIBA Power Saver: the Hibernate window and the Battery Alarm item of the Alarm window.

  • Page 56: Starting Hibernation

    1. In Windows XP, open the Control Panel, click Performance and Maintenance and click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. In Windows 2000, open the Control Panel and double-click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. 2. Select the Hibernate window, select the Enable Hibernate support check box and click the Apply button.

  • Page 57: Standby Mode

    Turning off the power Data save in hibernation mode When you turn off the power in hibernation mode, the computer takes a moment to save current memory data to the hard disk. During this time, the Disk indicator will light. After you turn off the computer and memory is saved to the hard disk, turn off the power to any peripheral devices.
  • Page 58 In Windows XP, click Performance and Maintenance and click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. In Windows 2000, double-click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. Press the power button. This feature must be enabled. Refer to the System Power Mode item in Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel.

  • Page 59: Restarting The Computer

    Restarting the computer Standby limitations Standby will not function under the following conditions: Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down. Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise. Restarting the computer Certain conditions require that you restart the computer system. For example, if: You change certain computer settings.

  • Page 60: Restoring The Preinstalled Software From The Product Recovery Cd-Rom

    2. Hold down the F12 key and turn on the power. When In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA appears, release the F12 key. 3. Use the left or right cursor key to select the CD-ROM icon in the display menu.

  • Page 61: Chapter 4 Operating Basics

    Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the TouchPad, the external diskette drive, the wireless communication, LAN and the internal modem. It also provides tips on caring for your computer and on heat dispersal. Using the TouchPad To use the TouchPad, simply press and move your finger tip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go.

  • Page 62: Using The Usb Fdd Kit

    User's Manual For some functions, you can tap the TouchPad instead of pressing a control button. Click Tap the TouchPad once Double-click Tap the TouchPad twice Drag and drop 1. Hold down the left control button and move the cursor to drag the item you want to move.

  • Page 63: Connecting 3 1/2" Diskette Drive

    Using the USB FDD Kit CAUTION: Check the Disk-In-Use indicator when you use the diskette drive. Do not press the eject button, disconnect a drive cable or turn off the computer while the light is glowing. Doing so could destroy data and damage the diskette or the drive.

  • Page 64: Disconnecting 3 1/2" Diskette Drive

    User's Manual NOTE: If you connect the diskette drive after turning on the computer, it will take about 10 seconds for the computer to recognize the drive. Do not disconnect and reconnect before 10 seconds has elapsed. Disconnecting 3 1/2" diskette drive When you have finished using the diskette drive, follow the procedures below to disconnect it: 1.

  • Page 65: Wireless Lan

    Wireless communications Wireless LAN The wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum radio technology that complies with IEEE 802.11 wireless LAN standard (Revision B). It supports the following features: is a Certification Mark of the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance, Inc.

  • Page 66: Lan

    User's Manual LAN circuits support Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T) and Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-Tx). This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN. CAUTION: Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake-up on LAN is enabled.

  • Page 67: Disconnecting Cable

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

  • Page 68: Using The Internal Modem

    1. a. In Windows XP, click start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA Internal Modem and click Region Select Utility. NOTE: Do not use the Country/Region Select function in the Modem setup utility in the Control Panel if the function is available.

  • Page 69: Properties Menu

    Using the internal modem 2. The Region Selection icon will appear in the Windows Task Bar. Figure 4-5 The Region Selection icon (Windows XP) Figure 4-6 The Region Selection icon (Windows 2000) 3. Click the icon with the primary mouse button to display a list of regions that the modem supports.

  • Page 70: Modem Selection

    User's Manual Figure 4-8 The menu list (Windows 2000) Setting You can enable or disable the following settings: AutoRun Mode Region Select Utility starts automatically when you start up the operating system. Open the Dialing Properties dialog box after selecting region. The dialing properties dialog box will be displayed automatically after you select the region.

  • Page 71: Connecting

    Using the internal modem Dialing Properties Select this item to display the dialing properties. CAUTION: If you are using the computer in Japan, technical regulations described in the Telecommunications Business Law require that you select Japan region mode. It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection.

  • Page 72: Disconnecting

    User's Manual Disconnecting To disconnect the internal modem cable, follow the steps below. 1. Pinch the lever on the connector in the telephone jack and pull out the connector. 2. Disconnect the cable from the computer in the same manner. 3.

  • Page 73: Heat Dispersal

    CPU speed. Or, by lowering the CPU speed first, then if necessary, turning on the fan. Use the Cooling Method item of the Power Save Mode window in TOSHIBA Power Saver. Maximum...
  • Page 74 User's Manual 4-14...

  • Page 75: Chapter 5 The Keyboard

    Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer’s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 101/102-key enhanced keyboard. By pressing some keys in combination, all the 101/102-key keyboard functions can be executed on the computer. The number of keys on your keyboard depends on which country/region’s key- board layout your computer is configured with.

  • Page 76: F1 ... F12 Function Keys

    Soft keys: Fn key combinations The Fn (function) is unique to TOSHIBA computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys. Soft keys are key combinations that enable, disable or configure specific features.
  • Page 77 Soft keys: Fn key combinations The keyboard is designed to provide all the features of the 101-key enhanced keyboard, shown in figure 5-1. The 101/102-key enhanced keyboard has a numeric keypad and scroll lock key. It also has additional Enter and Ctrl keys to the right of the main keyboard.

  • Page 78: Hotkeys

    User's Manual Hotkeys Hotkeys (Fn + another key) let you enable or disable certain features of the computers. Sound mute: Pressing Fn + Esc in a Windows environment turns sound on or off. When you press these hotkeys, the current setting will be displayed as an icon. Volume decrease: Press Fn + 1 to decrease the sound volume.
  • Page 79 Soft keys: Fn key combinations Power save mode: Pressing Fn + F2 changes the power save mode. If you press Fn + F2, the Power Save Mode is displayed in a dialog box. Continue holding down Fn and press F2 again to change the setting. You can also change this setting through the Plugged in or Running on batteries item of the Power Saver Properties window in Power Saver.

  • Page 80: Fn Sticky Key

    Fn Sticky key You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the Fn key sticky, that is, you can press it once, release it, and they press an “F number” key.

  • Page 81: Windows Special Keys

    Keypad overlay Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows: one activates the Start menu and the other has the same function as the secondary mouse button. This key activates the Windows Start menu. This key has the same function as the secondary mouse button.

  • Page 82: Temporarily Using Normal Keyboard (Overlay On)

    User's Manual Numeric mode To turn on the Numeric mode, press Fn + F11. The Numeric mode indicator lights. Now try numeric data entry using the keys in figure 5-2. Press Fn + F11 again to turn off the overlay. Figure 5-2 The numeric keypad overlay Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay While using the overlay, you can temporarily access the normal keyboard without...

  • Page 83: Temporarily Using Overlay (Overlay Off)

    Generating ASCII characters Temporarily using overlay (overlay off) While using the normal keyboard, you can temporarily use the keypad overlay without turning it on: 1. Press and hold down Fn. 2. Check the keyboard indicators. Pressing Fn turns on the most recently used overlay.
  • Page 84 User's Manual 5-10...

  • Page 85: Chapter 6 Power And Power-Up Modes

    Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes The computer’s power resources include the AC adaptor and internal batteries. This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and changing batteries, tips for saving battery power, and power up modes.
  • Page 86 User's Manual Table 6-1 Power conditions continued Power on Power off (no operation) 2nd battery • Operates • LED: 2nd battery green adaptor fully • LED: 2nd battery green DC IN green connected charged DC IN green 2nd battery • Operates •...
  • Page 87 Power conditions Table 6-1 Power conditions continued Power on Power off (no operation) 2nd battery • Operates adaptor charge • LED: 2nd battery off is above DC IN off connected low battery trigger point 2nd battery • Operates charge • LED: 2nd battery is below flash orange low battery...

  • Page 88: Power Indicators

    User's Manual Power indicators The Main battery, Secondary battery, DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator panel alert you to the computer’s operating capability and battery charge status. Battery indicators Check the Main battery indicator to determine the status of the main battery and the Secondary battery indicator to determine the status of the secondary battery.

  • Page 89: Power Indicator

    Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. The main battery recharges the RTC batteries. The main battery maintains the state of the computer when you enable standby mode.

  • Page 90: Secondary Battery

    Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. Real time clock battery The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calendar.

  • Page 91: Care And Use Of The Battery Pack

    Care and use of the Battery Pack CAUTION: The computer’s RTC battery is a lithium ion battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service repre- sentative. The battery can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of.
  • Page 92 Battery Pack: offensive or unusual odor, excessive heat, discoloration or deformation. Never use the computer again until it has been checked by a TOSHIBA service provider. It might generate smoke or fire, or the Battery Pack might rupture.
  • Page 93 Pack could cause the loss of data. 2. Never dispose of Battery Packs with normal trash. Bring them to your TOSHIBA dealer or to another recycling center to save resources and prevent environmental damage. Cover the terminals with electrical tape to prevent short-circuits, which could cause the Battery Pack to ignite or rupture.

  • Page 94: Charging The Batteries

    The Battery indicator glows orange when the battery is being charged. CAUTION: Use only the computer connected to an AC power source, an optional TOSHIBA Battery Charger or an optional Slim Port Replicator to charge the Battery Pack. Do not attempt to charge the Battery Pack with any other charger.

  • Page 95: Monitoring Battery Capacity

    Care and use of the Battery Pack Battery charging notice The battery may not charge right away under the following conditions: The battery is extremely hot or cold. If the battery is extremely hot, it might not charge at all. Also, to ensure the battery charges to its full capacity, charge the battery at room temperature of 10°...

  • Page 96: Maximizing Battery Operating Time

    In this case, TOSHIBA Power Saver will indicate a 100% charge for both the old and new battery, but the displayed estimated time remaining will be shorter for the older battery.

  • Page 97: Retaining Data With Power Off

    Care and use of the Battery Pack Retaining data with power off When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries retain data for the following approximate time periods: Battery pack (1600 mAh) 2 days (Standby mode) 25 days (Boot mode) RTC battery 1 month...

  • Page 98: Replacing The Battery Pack

    User's Manual Replacing the Battery Pack When the Battery Pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a new one. The life of the Battery Pack is generally about 500 recharges. If the Battery indicator flashes orange shortly after fully recharging the battery, the Battery Pack needs to be replaced.
  • Page 99 Replacing the Battery Pack 6. Fit your finger into the indentation next to the Battery Pack and lift it out. CAUTION: For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent Battery Pack. Please return spent Battery Packs to your TOSHIBA dealer. ATTERY...

  • Page 100: High Capacity 2Nd Battery Pack

    Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. 1. Be sure the computer’s power is off and all cables are disconnected.
  • Page 101 Replacing the Battery Pack 3. Open latches on the High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack and fit a tab on the battery into the docking hole on the underside of the computer. Figure 6-3 Seating the High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack 4.

  • Page 102: Disconnecting The High Capacity 2Nd Battery Pack

    User's Manual Disconnecting the High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack Follow the steps below to disconnect a High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack. CAUTION: When handling High Capacity 2nd Battery Packs, be careful not to short circuit the terminals. Also do not drop, hit or otherwise apply impact;...

  • Page 103: Starting The Computer By Password

    CAUTION: For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack. Please return spent High Capacity 2nd Battery Packs to your TOSHIBA dealer. Figure 6-6 Removing the High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack Starting the computer by password If you registered a password as user, you must enter it to start the computer.

  • Page 104: Power-Up Modes

    Chapter 3, Getting Started. Windows utilities You can specify the setting in TOSHIBA Power Saver. Hotkeys You can use hotkeys Fn + F3 to enter Standby mode and Fn + F4 to enter Hibernation. See Chapter 5, Keyboard, for details.

  • Page 105: Chapter 7 Hw Setup And Passwords

    Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords This chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and how to set passwords. HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup lets you configure settings for display, CPU, boot priority, keyboard, USB, LAN, general, password and device config.

  • Page 106: Hw Setup Window

    User's Manual HW Setup window The HW Setup window contains the following tabs: display, CPU, boot priority, keyboard, USB, LAN, general, password, device config. Figure 7-1 HW setup window (Windows XP)
  • Page 107 HW Setup Figure 7-2 HW setup window (Windows 2000) There are also three buttons: OK, Cancel and Apply. Accepts your changes and closes the HW Setup window. Closes the window without accepting your changes. Cancel Accepts all your changes without closing the HW Setup Apply window.
  • Page 108 User's Manual General This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons: Default and About. Return all HW Setup values to the factory settings. Default Display the HW Setup version.. About Setup This field displays BIOS Version and date. Password User Password This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on.

  • Page 109: Device Config

    HW Setup To delete a user password: 1. Select Not Registered to display the following prompt: Enter Password: 2. Enter the currently registered password. The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks. Enter Password: **** NOTE: If you click the OK button before entering the password, Reg- istered will appear on the display.

  • Page 110: Boot Priority

    User's Manual Display This tab lets you customize your computer’s display settings for either the internal LCD screen or for an external monitor. Power On Display Lets you set the display to be used when the computer is booted. Selects an external monitor if one is connected. Other- Auto-Selected wise, it selects the internal LCD.
  • Page 111 HW Setup FDD −> −> −> −> −> HDD −> −> −> −> −> CD-ROM −> −> −> −> −> LAN The computer looks for bootable files in the following order: diskette drive, HDD, CD- ROM* and LAN. −> −> −>...
  • Page 112 HW Setup. 4. Support of PCA (ATA) card boot is guaranteed only for TOSHIBA PC card HDDs. 5. A PCA (ATA) card takes the position of HDD in the Boot Priority Options list.
  • Page 113 HW Setup USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation Use this option to enable or disable USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation. If your operating system does not support USB, you can still use a USB mouse and keyboard by setting the USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation item to Enabled.

  • Page 114: Supervisor Password

    User's Manual Supervisor password Refer to the readme file of the Supervisor Password Utility for instructions on setting the Supervisor Password. The path to the readme file is C:\Program Files\TOSHIBA\Windows Utilities\SVPWTool. In the SVPWTool directory, open the readme.htm file. 7-10...

  • Page 115: Chapter 8 Optional Devices

    Chapter 8 Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer’s capabilities and its versatility. The following optional devices are available from your TOSHIBA dealer: Cards/memory PC cards SD cards Memory expansion Power devices Battery Pack High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack...

  • Page 116: Pc Cards

    The computer is equipped with a PC card expansion slot that can accommodate one 5 mm Type II card. Any PC card that meets industry standards (manufactured by TOSHIBA or other vendor) can be installed. The slots support 16-bit PC cards, including PC card 16’s multifunction card and CardBus PC cards.
  • Page 117 PC cards 3. Pull the dummy card out and store it in a safe place. Install the dummy card whenever you remove the PC card. UMMY CARD JECT BUTTON Figure 8-1 Removing the dummy card 4. Insert the PC card. When the card is almost fully seated, you will feel some resistance.

  • Page 118: Removing A Pc Card

    User's Manual Removing a PC card To remove the PC card, follow the steps below. 1. Push the eject button and release it to extend the button. 2. Press the extended eject button to pop the card out slightly. 3. Grasp the card and pull it out. CARD JECT BUTTON Figure 8-3 Removing the PC card...

  • Page 119: Sd Cards

    SD cards SD cards The computer is equipped with an SD card slot that can accommodate Secure Digital flash memory cards with capacities of 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB and 128 MB. SD cards let you easily transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants, that use SD card flash-memory.

  • Page 120: Removing An Sd Card

    Memory expansion You can install additional memory in the computer’s memory module to increase the amount of RAM. CAUTION: Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA.

  • Page 121: Installing Memory Module

    Memory expansion Installing memory module To install a memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then: 1. Turn the computer off in boot mode. Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3. CAUTION: Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in standby mode.
  • Page 122 User's Manual 6. Align the connectors. Make sure a plastic tab on the memory module sticks up, then press on the black area of the module label above the connector to ensure a firm connection. CAUTIONS: 1. Press only on the black area of the label. Pressure on other parts of the module could cause damage.

  • Page 123: Removing Memory Module

    Memory expansion 9. Turn the power on and make sure the added memory is recognized. Open System Properties in the Control Panel and click the General tab. NOTE: When you view the memory display, the total amount will be reduced by 16 MB, which is used for VRAM. Removing memory module To remove the memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then: 1.

  • Page 124: Battery Pack

    User's Manual 6. Hold the memory module along the black areas of the label. Grasp the plastic tab and pull up carefully to remove the module. CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems. Figure 8-10 Removing the memory module 7.

  • Page 125: Battery Charger

    The battery charger (PA3091U) was designed for an earlier computer model. To charge batteries for the PORTÉGÉ 2010, it must be connected to an optional Battery Charge cable that is supplied only with the Slim Port Replicator. When the battery charger is connected to the Battery Charge cable, you can use it to charge the main battery and the optional High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack.

  • Page 126: High Capacity 2Nd Battery Pack

    User's Manual High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack To charge a High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack, follow the steps below. 1. Connect the computer to the Slim Port Replicator. 2. Connect the dedicated cable to the Slim Port Replicator and to a High Capacity 2nd Battery Pack.

  • Page 127: Security Lock

    Security lock To change the display settings, press Fn + F5. If you disconnect the monitor before you turn the computer off, be sure to press Fn + F5 to switch to the internal display. Refer to Chapter 5, Keyboard, for details on using hotkeys to change the display setting.
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  • Page 129: Chapter 9 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 9 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for durability. However, should problems occur, following the procedures in this chapter can help to determine the cause. All readers should become familiar with this chapter. Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring.

  • Page 130: Analyzing The Problem

    User's Manual Check that your diskette is correctly inserted and that the diskette’s write protect tab is correctly set. Make notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log. This will help you describe your problems to your dealer. If a problem recurs, the log will help you identify the problem faster.

  • Page 131: Hardware And System Checklist

    Hardware and system checklist Hardware If you cannot find a software problem, check your hard- ware. First run through the items in the preliminary checklist above. If you still cannot correct the problem, try to identify the source. The next section provides checklists for individual components and peripherals.

  • Page 132: Self Test

    When the computer starts up, the self-test will be run automatically, and the following will be displayed: In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA This message remains on the screen for a few seconds. If the self test is successful, the computer tries to load the operating system.

  • Page 133: Overheating Power Down

    Hardware and system checklist Overheating power down If the computer’s internal temperature becomes too high, the computer will automati- cally enter Hibernation or Standby mode and shut down. Problem Procedure Computer shuts down Leave the computer off until the DC IN indicator and DC IN indicator stops blinking.
  • Page 134 User's Manual Check the condition of the cord and terminals. If the cord is frayed or damaged, replace it. If the terminals are soiled, wipe them with cotton or a clean cloth. If the AC adaptor still does not power the com- puter, contact your dealer.

  • Page 135: Password

    Hardware and system checklist Check the Battery indicator. If it does not glow, let the computer charge the battery for at least 20 minutes. If the Battery indicator glows after 20 minutes, let the battery continue to charge at least another 20 minutes before turning on the com- puter.

  • Page 136: Keyboard

    User's Manual Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more informa- tion refer to Chapter 5, Keyboard. Problem Procedure Some letter keys Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not produce numbers selected. Press Fn + F10 and try typing again. Output to screen Make sure the software you are using is not is garbled...

  • Page 137: Hard Disk Drive

    Hardware and system checklist Hard disk drive Problem Procedure Computer does not Check if a diskette is in the diskette drive. If a boot from hard disk diskette is inserted, remove it and reboot. drive There may be a problem with your operating system files.

  • Page 138: Diskette Drive

    User's Manual Diskette drive For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics. Problem Procedure Drive does not There may be a faulty cable connection. Check operate the connection to the computer and to the drive. Some programs run The software or hardware configuration may be correctly but others causing a problem.

  • Page 139: Pointing Device

    Hardware and system checklist Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse, also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation. TouchPad Problem Procedure On-screen pointer The system might be busy. If the pointer is does not respond to shaped as an hourglass, wait for it to standby Pad operation...

  • Page 140: Usb Mouse

    User's Manual USB mouse Problem Procedure On-screen pointer The system might be busy. If the pointer is does not respond to shaped as an hourglass, wait for it to standby mouse operation its normal shape and try again to move it. Make sure the mouse is properly connected to the USB port.

  • Page 141: Pc Card

    Hardware and system checklist PC card Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices. Problem Procedure PC card Reseat the PC card to make sure it is firmly error occurs connected. Make sure the connection between the external device and the card is firm. Check the card’s documentation.

  • Page 142: Monitor

    User's Manual Monitor Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, and to your monitor’s documentation. Problem Procedure Monitor does not Make sure that the external monitor’s power turn on switch is on. Confirm that the external monitor’s power cable is plugged into a working power outlet.

  • Page 143: Usb

    Hardware and system checklist Refer also to your USB device’s documentation. Problem Procedure USB device does Check for a firm cable connection between the not work USB ports on the computer and the USB device. Make sure the USB device drivers are properly installed.
  • Page 144 User's Manual You place a call, Make sure the settings are correct in your but a connection communications application. can’t be made After making a call Make sure the tone or pulse selection in your you can’t hear a ring communications application is set correctly.

  • Page 145: Lan

    Hardware and system checklist Problem Procedure Cannot access LAN Check for a firm cable connection between the LAN jack and the LAN HUB. If problems persist, consult your LAN administra- tor. Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not restore LAN access, consult your LAN adminis- trator.

  • Page 146: Toshiba Support

    User's Manual TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to contact TOSHIBA for addi- tional technical assistance. Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first.
  • Page 147 TOSHIBA support The Rest of Europe United States of America TOSHIBA Europe (I.E.) GmbH TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc. Geschäftsbereich, 9740 Irvine Boulevard Deutschland-Österreich Irvine, California 92618 Hammfelddamm 8, D-41460 Neuss, Germany In Europe Germany & Austria TOSHIBA Europe (I.E.) GmbH Geschäftsbereich,...
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  • Page 149: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix A Specifications This appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Size With TFT display 289 (w) x 229 (d) x 14.9/19.1 (h) millimeters (does not include the thicker part of the bottom of the computer) Weight Hard disk Memory Display Kilograms...
  • Page 150 User's Manual Computer 15 VDC 3.0 amperes Built-in Modem Network control unit (NCU) Type of NCU Type of line Telephone line (analog only) Type of dialing Pulse Tone Control command AT commands EIA-578 commands Monitor function Computer’s speaker Communication specifications Communication Data: Full duplex...

  • Page 151: Display Controller And Modes

    Appendix B Display Controller and Modes Display controller The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular pels on or off. The controller is an advanced Video Graphics Array (VGA) that provides Super VGA (SVGA) and Extended Graphics Array (XGA) support for the internal LCD and external monitors.

  • Page 152: Video Modes

    User's Manual Video modes The computer supports video modes defined in the table below. If your application offers a selection of mode numbers that do not match the numbers on the table, select a mode based on mode type, resolution, character matrix, number of colors and refresh rates.
  • Page 153 Appendix B Table Video modes continued Video Type Resolution Character Scanning mode matrix colors colors frequency (pels) Vertical 320 x 200 8 x 8 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70Hz Grph Pels 640 x 200 8 x 8 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70Hz Grph...
  • Page 154 User's Manual Table Video modes continued Video Type Resolution Character Scanning mode matrix colors colors frequency (pels) Vertical SVGA 640 x 480 64K of 64K 64K of 64K 60Hz Grph Pels 75Hz 85Hz SVGA 800 x 600 64K of 64K 64K of 64K 60Hz Grph Pels...

  • Page 155: At Commands

    Appendix C AT Commands In most cases, you will not need to type AT commands manually. However, there might be some occasions when you will need to do so. This chapter describes AT commands for data mode. Fax and voice commands are taken care of by application software.
  • Page 156 User's Manual Answer command This command instructs the modem to go off-hook and answer an incoming call. Communication standard setting This command determines the communication standard CCITT or Bell. Selects CCITT V.22 mode when the modem is at 1200 bps. Selects Bell 212A when the modem is at 1200 bps (default).
  • Page 157 Appendix C Return to command mode. Causes the modem to return to command mode after dialing a number, without disconnecting the call. Dial a telephone number previously stored using the &Zn=X command (See &Zn=X command for more information). The range is 0-3. Echo command This command controls whether or not the characters entered from your computer keyboard are displayed on your monitor (echoed) while the...
  • Page 158 User's Manual Monitor speaker volume This command sets speaker volume to low, medium, or high. Low volume. Low volume. (Same as L0) Medium volume (default). High volume. Result Codes: n=0,1,2,3 ERROR Otherwise Monitor speaker mode This command turns the speaker on or off. The speaker is off.
  • Page 159 Appendix C Result Codes: n=0,1 ERROR Otherwise Return on-line to data mode Instructs the modem to exit on-line command mode and return to data mode (see AT escape sequence, +++). This command issues a retrain before returning to on-line data mode.
  • Page 160 User's Manual Select tone dialing This command instructs the modem to send DTMF tones while dialing. Dialed digits are tone dialed until a P command or dial modifier is received. This is the default setting. DCE response format This command controls whether result codes (including call progress and negotiation progress messages) are displayed as words or their numeric equivalents.
  • Page 161 Appendix C Enable Enable OK, RING, NO CARRIER, ERROR, NODIALTONE, BUSY, CONNECT <RATE>, RRING, NO BONGTONE, DELAYED, BLACKLISTED, REORDER, WARBLE, CALL WAITING DETECTED Dial tone detect Disabled: The modem dials a call regardless of whether it detects a dial tone. Enabled: The modem dials only upon detection of a dial tone, and disconnects the call if the dial tone is not detected within 10...
  • Page 162 User's Manual &C1 DCD turns on when the remote modem’s carrier signal is detected, and off when the carrier signal is not detected (default). Result Codes: n=0,1 ERROR Otherwise &Dn DTR control This command interprets how the modem responds to the state of the DTR signal and changes to the DTR signal.
  • Page 163 Appendix C &Gn V.22bis guard tone control This command determines which guard tone, if any, to transmit while transmitting in the high band (answer mode). This command is only used in V.22 and V.22bis mode. This option is not used in North America and is for international use only.
  • Page 164 User's Manual &T0 Abort. Stops any test in progress. &T1 Local analog loop. This test verifies modem operation, as well as the connection between the modem and computer. Any data entered at the local DTE is modulated, then demodulated, and returned to the local DTE. To work properly, the modem must be off-line.
  • Page 165 Appendix C Error control mode selection This command determines the type of error control used by the modem when sending or receiving data. Buffer mode. No error control. Direct mode. MNP or disconnect mode. The modem attempts to connect using MNP2-4 error control procedures. If this fails, the modem disconnects.
  • Page 166 User's Manual Protocol result code Disable protocol result code appended to DCE speed. Enable protocol result code appended to DCE speed (default). Result Codes: n=0,1 ERROR Otherwise View numbers in blacklist If blacklisting is in effect, this command displays the numbers for which the last call attempted in the past two hours failed.

  • Page 167: Appendix D S-Registers

    Appendix D S-registers S-registers contain the settings that determine how a number of functions of the internal modem operate. For example, how many times to let the telephone ring before the modem answers and how long to wait before it hangs up if a connec- tion fails.
  • Page 168 User's Manual Auto answer ring number This register determines the number of rings the modem will count before automatically answering a call. Enter 0 (zero) if you do not want the modem to automatically answer at all. When disabled, the modem can only answer with an ATA command.
  • Page 169 Appendix D Response formatting character (user defined) This register determines the ASCII value used as the line feed character. The modem uses a line feed character in command mode when it responds to the computer. Range: 0-127, ASCII decimal Default: 10 (line feed) Units: ASCII Command line editing character (user defined)
  • Page 170 User's Manual Connection completion time-out This register sets the time, in seconds, that the modem must wait before hanging up because carrier is not detected. The timer is started when the modem finishes dialing (originate), or goes off-hook (answer). In originate mode, the timer is reset upon detection of an answer tone if allowed by county restriction.
  • Page 171 Appendix D Dial line rate S37 = 0 (default) maximum modem speed S37 = 1 reserved S37 = 2 1200/75 bps S37 = 3 300 bps S37 = 4 reserved S37 = 5 1200 bps S37 = 6 2400 bps S37 = 7 4800 bps S37 = 8...

  • Page 172: At Command Set Result Codes

    User's Manual AT command set result codes The following table shows the result codes. The result code summary Result Code Numeric Description Command executed CONNECT Modem connected to line RING A ring signal has been detected NO CARRIER Modem lost carrier signal, or does not detect carrier signal, or does not detect answer tone ERROR...
  • Page 173 Appendix D Result Code Numeric Description DELAYED* Delay is in effect for the dialed number BLACKLISTED* Dialed number is blacklisted BLACKLIST FULL* Blacklist is full *1: EC only appears when the Extended Result Codes configuration option is enabled. EC is replaced by one of the following symbols, depending upon the error control method used: V.42bis - V.42 error control and V.42bis data compression.
  • Page 174 User's Manual...
  • Page 175 Appendix E V.90 The TOSHIBA internal modem uses V.90 technology. The modem is capable of downstream speeds of 56Kbps (kilobits per second) when connected to an Internet service provider that supports V.90. As with any modem, the actual throughput (speed of data transfer) depends on analog telephone line conditions, which can vary considerably.
  • Page 176 User's Manual Table E-1 Result codes for a V.90 connection No. Result code Description CONNECT 32000 EC* Connection at 32000 bits/s CONNECT 36000 EC* Connection at 36000 bits/s CONNECT 40000 EC* Connection at 40000 bits/s CONNECT 44000 EC* Connection at 44000 bits/s CONNECT 48000 EC* Connection at 48000 bits/s CONNECT 52000 EC* Connection at 52000 bits/s CONNECT 56000 EC* Connection at 56000 bits/s...
  • Page 177 Appendix E AT Command -V90=* V.90 Dial Line Rate -V90 sets the maximum V.90 downstream that the modem attempts to connect. -V90=0 V.90 disabled -V90=1 V.90 enabled: automatic speed selection - maximum modem speed (default)
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  • Page 179: Appendix F Wireless Lan

    Wireless LAN Access Points, or other IEEE802.11 compliant LAN systems. Expand the capabilities of your Wireless LAN Access Points, to support Wireless devices that have been equipped with Wireless LAN card. NOTE: The internal Wireless LAN card can’t be used with the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN PC card.
  • Page 180 User's Manual Peer-to-peer workgroup The peer-to-peer workgroup configuration enables you to quickly set up a small Wireless workgroup, where the workgroup participants can exchange files using features such as Files and Printer Sharing as supported by Microsoft Networking. Figure F-1 Peer-to-peer Wireless workgroup You can use this option to set up a temporary or ad-hoc network in environment where no access points are available, for example in Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) environments.
  • Page 181 Appendix F Enterprise networking Figure F-2 Stand-alone Wireless LAN With the Wireless LAN Access Points you can connect to a corporate Local Area Network (LAN) infrastructure to have Wireless access to all network facilities. LAN Infrastructures may either be. Stand-alone Wireless LANs as pictured in Figure F-2...
  • Page 182 User's Manual Wireless network infrastructures connected to an existing Ethernet network as pictured in Figure F-3. Figure F-3 LAN Infrastructure Configuration The Wireless LAN card functions like any standard wired Ethernet card except it gives you the freedom of Wireless connections. Where an Ethernet card requires a cable connection to a hub and/or patch panel, the cable physically limits the location of the wired connection.
  • Page 183 Appendix F Wireless LAN card features The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN mini-PCI card is a Wireless network card that fits into a mini-PCI Type IIIA slot. Wireless LAN card types The Wireless LAN card is a Wireless network card that complies with the IEEE 802.11 standard on Wireless LANs (Revision B).

  • Page 184: Card Specifications

    User's Manual Card specifications Table F-1 Physical specifications Form Factor Mini-PCI TypeIIIA Dimensions Weight Temperature and Humidity Operation 0 to 55 C Maximum humidity 95% Transit -20 to 70 C 15 to 95% (no condensation) Storage -10 to 60 C 10 to 90% (no condensation) Although the card may still operate in the range of –20 to 70 C, operation outside the range of 0 to 55 C may no longer be according to specifications.

  • Page 185: Radio Characteristics

    Appendix F Media Access CSMA/CA (Collision Avoidance) with Protocol Acknowledgment (ACK) Data Rate High 11 Mb/s Medium 5.5 Mb/s Standard 2 Mb/s 1 Mb/s The cards use an automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism. Radio characteristics Radio characteristics of Wireless LAN cards may vary according to: Country/region where the product was purchased Type of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations.
  • Page 186 NOTE: The range values listed in Table F-4 are typical distances as measured at the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN laboratories. These values provide rule-of-thumb guides. They may vary according to the actual radio conditions at the location where the Wireless LAN product is installed.
  • Page 187 Subject to the radio regulations that apply in your country/region, your Wireless LAN card may support a different set of 2.4 GHz channels (see Table F-5). Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for information about the radio regulations that apply in your country/region.
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  • Page 189: Ac Power Cord And Connectors

    Appendix G AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country/region in which it is used. All cords must meet the following specifications: Length: Minimum 2 meters Wire size:...

  • Page 190: Usa And Canada

    User's Manual The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U.S.A. and Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and Europe. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved BS approved CSA approved Australia Europe Approved by the AS approved appropriate agency...

  • Page 191: Internal Modem Guide

    Appendix H Internal Modem Guide This appendix describes how to install and the remove the internal modem. CAUTIONS: 1. Do not remove the base cover except to remove or install the internal modem or to check the PTT label. 2. Do not disassemble the computer beyond the steps described in this instruction or touch any components not specifically described.

  • Page 192: Removing The Internal Modem

    User's Manual 9. Connect the modem cable. 10. Install the modem on the back of the Touch Pad and secure it with two screws. 11. Seat the bottom cover, install the keyboard and secure 15 screws. 12. Insert the HDD pack into the slot. 13.

  • Page 193: Appendix I Parts Numbers

    Appendix I Parts Numbers The computer configuration and parts numbers, printed on a label on the bottom of the computer, indicate the CPU, LCD, memory, HDD and communication devices.
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  • Page 195: Glossary

    Glossary The terms in this glossary cover the topics discussed in this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. IrDA: Infrared Data Association Abbreviations IRQ: interrupt request AC: alternating current KB: kilobyte ANSI: American National Standards LCD: liquid crystal display Institute LED: light emitting diode APM: advanced power manager...
  • Page 196 adaptor ANSI: American National Standards (Abbreviations continued) Institute. An organization established VESA: Video Electronic Standards to adopt and define standards for a Association variety of technical disciplines. For VGA: video graphics array example, ANSI defined the ASCII standard and other information VRT: voltage reduction technology processing requirements.

  • Page 197: Cache Memory

    cache memory bps: Bits per second. Typically used to describe the data transmission speed of a modem. backup: A duplicate copy of files kept buffer: The portion of the computer’s as a spare in case the original is memory where data is temporarily destroyed.
  • Page 198 capacity capacity: The amount of data that can commands: Instructions you enter at be stored on a magnetic storage the terminal keyboard that direct the device such as a diskette (floppy actions of the computer or its periph- disk) or hard disk. It is usually eral devices.

  • Page 199: Disk Drive

    disk drive data bits: A data communications control keys: A key or sequence of parameter controlling the number of keys you enter from the keyboard to bits (binary digits) used to make up a initiate a particular function within a byte.
  • Page 200 disk storage disk storage: Storing data on magnetic erase: See delete. disk. Data is arranged on concentric escape: 1) A code ( ASCII code 27), tracks much like a phonograph record. signaling the computer that what diskette: A removable disk that stores follows are commands;...
  • Page 201 See also diskette. usually referred to as drive C. The factory installs this disk and only a Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA utility that lets trained engineer can remove it for you assign functions to hotkeys. servicing. Also called fixed disk.
  • Page 202 HW Setup HW Setup: A TOSHIBA utility that interrupt request: A signal that gives lets you set the parameters for various a component access to the processor. hardware components. I/O: Input/output. Refers to accep- tance and transfer of data to and from a computer.
  • Page 203 monitor kilobyte (KB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 bytes. See also byte and megabyte. main board: See motherboard. megabyte (MB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes. See also kilobyte. level 2 cache: See cache. megahertz: A unit of wave frequency Light Emitting Diode (LED): A that equals 1 million cycles per...
  • Page 204 motherboard motherboard: A name sometimes used to refer to the main printed circuit board in processing equipment. It OCR: Optical Character Recognition usually contains integrated circuits (reader). A technique or device that that perform the processor’s basic uses laser or visible light to identify functions and provides connectors for characters and input them into a adding other boards that perform...
  • Page 205 Class B external devices and make the neces- provides a more stringent classifica- sary configurations in the computer. tion for home equipment use. TOSHIBA portable computers comply with Class B computing device regulations. Glossary-11...
  • Page 206 Random Access Memory (RAM) Random Access Memory (RAM): soft key: Key combinations that High speed memory within the emulate keys on the IBM keyboard, computer circuitry that can be read or change some configuration options, written to. stop program execution, and access the numeric keypad overlay.

  • Page 207: Write Protection

    Warm dock/undock: Connecting or excellent screen legibility. disconnecting a device to or from the computer while the computer is TOSHIBA Power Saver: A TOSHIBA suspended. utility that lets you set the parameters for various power-saving functions. warm start: Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off.
  • Page 208 Glossary-14...

  • Page 209: Index

    Index AC adaptor 1-4, 2-11 DC IN indicator 2-8, 6-4 DC IN 15V port 2-5 Disk indicator 2-8 connecting 3-5 Diskette care 4-4 universal 1-10, 8-10 Display 1-3, 2-7, See also Video ASCII characters 5-9 modes and Monitor external Auto power on, See Power automatic power off 1-6 controller 1-3, Appendix B driver 1-9...
  • Page 210 User's Manual Fn + F1 (instant security) 5-4 Fn + F2 (power save mode) 5-5 Indicators 2-8, 6-4 Fn + F3 (standby) 5-5 Infrared port, See also Ports Fn + F4 (hibernation) 5-5 problems 9-10 Fn + F5 (display selection) 5-5 Instant security, See Hot keys Fn + F6 (LCD display brightness) 5-6 Interfaces, See Ports...
  • Page 211 6-19 SD card 9-13 supervisor 1-8, 7-10 self test 9-4 user 7-4 sound system 9-14 PC card 1-4 support from TOSHIBA 9-18 installing 8-2 system start-up 9-3 location of slots 2-3 TouchPad 9-11 problems 9-13 USB 9-15...
  • Page 212 User's Manual USB mouse 9-12 Wireless LAN 9-17 TOSHIBA Console button 1-5, 2-7 Processor 1-2 TOSHIBA Console 1-9 TOSHIBA Controls 1-9 TOSHIBA Power Saver 1-8 Real time clock battery, See Battery TouchPad 1-3, 2-7 Recovery CD-ROM 3-14 control buttons 2-7, 4-1...

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