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Toshiba PORTEGE R500 Series Maintenance Manual (364 pages)

Maintenance Manual

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 6 MB

Table of Contents

6
- Hardware Overview
  4
- Troubleshooting Procedures
  4
- Hardware Overview
  11
Table of Contents

13
- Battery Pack
  16
- Figure 1-1 Front of the Computer
  20
- Figure 1-2 System Unit Configuration
  21
- Figure 1-3 System Unit Block Diagram
  22
- Figure 1-4 3.5-Inch FDD (USB External)
  27
- Inch Floppy Disk Drive (Usb External)
  27
- Table 1-1 3.5-Inch FDD Specifications
  27
- Figure 1-5 2.5-Inch HDD
  28
- Inch Hard Disk Drive
  28
- Table 1-2 2.5-Inch HDD Specifications
  28
- Figure 1-6 1.8-Inch HDD
  29
- Table 1-3 1.8-Inch HDD Specifications
  29
- Table 1-4 DVD Super Multi Drive Specifications
  30
- Keyboard
  31
- Figure 1-8 LCD Module
  32
- Table 1-5 LCD Module Specifications
  32
- Tft Color Display
  32
- Power Supply
  33
- Table 1-6 Power Supply Output Rating
  34
- Table 1-7 Battery Specifications
  36
- Chapter 1 Hardware Overview
  
  41
- Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Procedures
  
  41
  - Figure
    46
  - Troubleshooting Flowchart
    48
  - Power Supply Troubleshooting
    52
    
    Procedure 3 Connection Check
    58
    
    Procedure 5 Replacement Check
    60
    
    System Board Troubleshooting
    61
    
    Procedure 4 Replacement Check
    76
  - Usb Fdd Troubleshooting
    77
  - Hdd Troubleshooting
    81
    
    Procedure 2 Partition Check
    82
    
    Procedure 4 Diagnostic Test Program Execution Check
    84
  - Keyboard and Dual Point Troubleshooting
    86
  - Display Troubleshooting
    88
    
    Procedure 3 Replacement Check
    89
  - Optical Drive Troubleshooting
    90
  - Lan Troubleshooting
    92
    
    Bluetooth Module
    93
  - Bluetooth Troubleshooting
    93
    
    Procedure 2 Connection Check
    94
  - Wireless Lan Troubleshooting
    96
  - Sound Troubleshooting
    99
    
    Sd Card Slot Troubleshooting
    101
    
    Fingerprint Sensor Troubleshooting
    102
    
    Tests and Diagnostics
    107
Table of Contents

109
- Chapter 3 Contents
  
  113
  - The Diagnostic Test
    113
    
    Diagnostics Menu
    113
    
    H/W (Hardware) Initial Information Setting Tool
    115
  - Executing the Diagnostic Test
    116
    
    Diagnostics Menu (T&D)
    117
    
    H/W Initial Information Setting Tool
    120
    
    Repair Initial Config Set
    120
  - Setting of the Hardware Configuration
    121
    
    Heatrun Test
    123
  - Subtest Names
    124
  - System Test
    126
  - Memory Test
    128
  - Keyboard Test
    129
  - Display Test
    130
  - Floppy Disk Test
    133
  - Printer Test
    135
  - Async Test
    137
  - Hard Disk Test
    138
  - Real Timer Test
    141
  - NDP Test
    143
  - Expansion Test
    144
  - CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Test
    146
  - Error Code and Error Status Names
    147
  - Hard Disk Test Detail Status
    150
  - Only One Test
    152
- Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures
  
  152
  - Touch Pad
    152
    
    Program Description
    152
  - Head Cleaning
    161
  - Log Utilities
    162
  - Running Test
    164
  - Floppy Disk Drive Utilities
    165
  - System Configuration
    170
  - Wireless LAN Card
    172
  - Wireless LAN Test Program (Intel-Made B/G, A/B/G Setting up of REF PC)
    174
  - G Card
    179
  - Wireless Lan Test Program on Dut Pc(Intel-Made)
    179
  - Lan/Modem/Bluetooth/Ieee1394 Test Program
    187
    
    Modem Test
    190
    
    Bluetooth Test
    191
    
    Ieee1394 Test
    193
  - Sound Test Program
    194
  - Bios Setup
    195
  - Replacement Procedures
    211
Table of Contents

213
- Safety Precautions
  218
- Disassembly Procedures
  220
- Assembly Procedures
  221
- Screw Tightening Torque
  222
- Screw Notation
  223
- Battery Pack
  224
- Removing the Battery Pack
  224
- Pc Card
  226
- Removing the Pc Card
  226
- Removing the Sd Memory Card
  227
- Sd Memory Card
  227
- Memory Module
  228
- Removing the Memory Module
  228
- Base Cover Assembly
  231
- Pc Card Slot
  234
- Removing the Pc Card Slot
  234
- Battery Lock/Battery Latch
  236
- Removing the Battery Lock/Battery Latch
  236
- Removing the Wireless Lan Card
  237
- Wireless Lan Card
  237
- Cpu Fan Assembly
  239
- Removing the Cpu Fan Assembly
  239
- Removing the Rtc Battery
  242
- Rtc Battery
  242
- DC-In Jack
  244
- Removing the DC-In Jack
  244
- Bluetooth Module
  245
- Removing the Bluetooth Module
  245
- Installing the Bluetooth Module
  246
- Removing the Ssd
  251
- Removing the Sound Board/Internal Microphone
  253
- Sound Board/Internal Microphone
  253
- Odd/Sd Board
  255
- Removing the Odd/Sd Board
  255
- LAN Jack
  258
- Removing the Usb Board/Switch Unit
  258
- Usb Board/Switch Unit
  258
- Removing the System Board
  261
- System Board
  261
- Removing the Speaker
  264
- Display Portion
  266
- Removing the Display Portion
  266
- Touch Pad/Fingerprint Sensor Board
  270
  - Removing the Keyboard
    273
  - Installing the Keyboard
    274
- Lcd Unit
  275
- Wireless Lan Antenna/Bluetooth Antenna
  278
- Appendices
  283
- RTC Battery
  286
- Sensor Board
  286
- Appendix A Handling the LCD Module
  
  293
- Appendix B Board Layout
  
  299
- Appendix C Pin Assignments
  
  313
- Appendix D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes
  
  347
- Appendix E Key Layout
  
  355
- Appendix F Wiring Diagrams
  
  357
- Appendix Gbios Rewrite Procedures
  
  359
- Appendix Hec/Kbc Rewrite Procedures
  
  361
- Appendix I Reliability
  
  363

Toshiba PORTEGE R500 Series User Manual (255 pages)

Toshiba Laptop User Manual

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 4 MB

Critical Applications
3
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment
6
Wireless Interoperability
7
Wireless Lan and Your Health
7
Canada - Industry Canada (IC)
8
Regulatory Information
8
EU Declaration of Conformity
9
VCCI Class B Information
9
Modem Warning Notice
10
Using this Equipment in Japan
10
Device Authorization
11
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
12
Wireless Lan Card
17
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
19
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
20
European Union (EU) and EFTA
21
Regulatory Statements
21
Location of the Required Label
24
Export Administration Regulation
25
Table of Contents
27
Introduction
35
This Guide
36
Safety Icons
37
- Other Icons Used
  37
Other Documentation
38
Service Options
38
Chapter 1: Getting Started

39
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

82
- Computing Tips
  82
- Using the Keyboard
  84
  - Character Keys
    84
  - Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
    84
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    85
  - Function Keys
    85
  - Special Windows ® Keys
    85
  - Overlay Keys
    86
  - Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
    86
- Starting a Program
  87
- Saving Your Work
  89
- Printing Your Work
  91
- Backing up Your Work
  92
  - Restoring Your Work
    93
- Using the Optical Drive
  93
  - Optical Drive Components
    94
  - Inserting a Compact Disc
    94
  - Playing an Audio CD
    96
  - Playing Optical Media
    97
  - Creating a CD/DVD
    97
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer on
    98
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer off
    98
  - Caring for CD or DVD Discs
    99
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  99
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

100
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  100
  - Outdoor Display Switch
    101
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  101
  - Battery Notice
    101
  - Power Management
    103
  - Using Additional Batteries
    103
- Charging Batteries
  103
  - Charging the Main Battery
    104
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    104
- Monitoring Main Battery Power
  105
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    107
  - What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
    107
  - Setting Battery Alarms
    108
  - Conserving Battery Power
    108
  - Power Profiles
    109
  - Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Profile
    110
- Changing the Main Battery
  110
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    111
  - Inserting a Charged Battery
    112
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  114
  - Safety Precautions
    114
  - Maintaining Your Battery
    115
- Disposing of Used Batteries
  116
- Traveling Tips
  117
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features

118
- Exploring the Desktop
  118
  - Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
    119
- Setting up for Communications
  121
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    121
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  123
  - The Internet
    123
  - The World Wide Web
    123
  - Internet Service Providers
    124
  - Connecting to the Internet
    124
  - Surfing the Internet
    124
  - Internet Features
    125
  - Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
    125
- Exploring Audio Features
  125
  - Recording Sounds
    126
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    127
- Using PC Cards
  127
  - Inserting a PC Card
    128
  - Removing a PC Card
    128
  - Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
    129
- Using an SD™ Card
  129
  - Installing SD Card Drivers
    130
  - Inserting an SD Card
    130
  - Formatting an SD Card
    131
  - Using Standby or Hibernate While Using the SD Card
    131
  - Removing an SD Card
    131
- Using the I.link ® Port
  132
- Using an Expansion Device
  133
  - Using an Optional Toshiba Slim Port Replicator II with Your Computer
    133
Chapter 5: Utilities

134
- TOSHIBA Assist
  135
  - Connect
    136
  - Secure
    137
  - Protect & Fix
    138
  - Optimize
    139
- TOSHIBA Application Installer
  140
- Setting Passwords
  141
  - Using an Instant Password
    141
  - Using a Supervisor Password
    142
  - Using a User Password
    144
  - Deleting a User Password
    145
- TOSHIBA Security Assist
  145
- TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
  148
- TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility
  149
- Fn-Esse
  150
- TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility
  153
- TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility
  154
- TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility
  155
  - Booting from a Bootable SD Card
    156
- TOSHIBA Power Saver
  157
  - Preset Power Profiles
    158
  - Quickly Creating a New Power Profile
    158
  - Customizing a Power Profile
    158
- Mouse Utility
  159
- Toshiba Hardware Setup
  160
- TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
  162
- Toshiba Button Controls
  163
- CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
  164
- TOSHIBA Accessibility
  165
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
  166
- Fingerprint Authentication Utility
  167
  - Fingerprint Utility Limitations
    167
  - Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility
    167
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

168
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  168
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  170
- The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
  172
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  174
  - A Plan of Action
    175
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    175
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    176
  - Memory Problems
    178
  - Power and the Batteries
    179
  - Keyboard Problems
    180
  - Display Problems
    181
  - Disk Drive Problems
    183
  - Optical Drive Problems
    184
  - Sound System Problems
    185
  - PC Card Problems
    186
  - Printer Problems
    188
  - Wireless Networking Problems
    189
- DVD Operating Problems
  192
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  194
  - Data and System Configuration Backup in the Windows Operating System
    195
- If You Need Further Assistance
  200
  - Before You Contact Toshiba
    200
  - Contacting Toshiba
    200
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  201
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  201

Toshiba PORTEGE R500 Series User Manual (236 pages)

R500-S5003 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 4 MB

Critical Applications
3
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment
6
Wireless Interoperability
7
Wireless Lan and Your Health
7
Canada - Industry Canada (IC)
8
Regulatory Information
8
EU Declaration of Conformity
9
VCCI Class B Information
9
Modem Warning Notice
10
Using this Equipment in Japan
10
Device Authorization
11
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
12
Wireless Lan Card
17
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
19
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
20
European Union (EU) and EFTA
21
Regulatory Statements
21
Location of the Required Label
24
Export Administration Regulation
25
Table of Contents
27
Introduction
35
This Guide
36
Safety Icons
37
- Other Icons Used
  37
Other Documentation
38
Service Options
38
Chapter 1: Getting Started

39
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

82
- Computing Tips
  82
- Using the Keyboard
  84
  - Character Keys
    84
  - Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
    84
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    85
  - Function Keys
    85
  - Special Windows ® Keys
    85
  - Overlay Keys
    86
  - Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
    86
- Starting a Program
  87
- Saving Your Work
  89
- Printing Your Work
  91
- Backing up Your Work
  92
  - Restoring Your Work
    92
- Using the Optical Drive
  93
  - Optical Drive Components
    93
  - Inserting a Compact Disc
    94
  - Playing an Audio CD
    95
  - Playing Optical Media
    96
  - Creating a CD/DVD
    97
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer on
    97
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer off
    98
  - Caring for CD or DVD Discs
    98
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  98
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

99
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  99
  - Outdoor Display Switch
    100
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  100
  - Battery Notice
    100
  - Power Management
    102
  - Using Additional Batteries
    102
- Charging Batteries
  102
  - Charging the Main Battery
    103
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    103
- Monitoring Main Battery Power
  104
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    106
  - What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
    106
  - Setting Battery Notifications
    107
  - Conserving Battery Power
    107
  - Power Plans
    108
  - Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Plan
    109
- Changing the Main Battery
  110
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    110
  - Inserting a Charged Battery
    112
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  113
  - Safety Precautions
    113
  - Maintaining Your Battery
    114
- Disposing of Used Batteries
  115
- Traveling Tips
  116
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features

117
- Exploring the Desktop
  117
  - Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
    118
- Setting up for Communications
  120
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    121
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  123
  - The Internet
    123
  - The World Wide Web
    123
  - Internet Service Providers
    124
  - Connecting to the Internet
    124
  - Surfing the Internet
    124
  - Internet Features
    125
  - Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
    125
- Exploring Audio Features
  126
  - Recording Sounds
    126
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    126
- Using PC Cards
  127
  - Inserting a PC Card
    127
  - Removing a PC Card
    128
  - Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
    129
- Using an SD™ Card
  129
  - Installing SD Card Drivers
    130
  - Inserting an SD Card
    130
  - Formatting an SD Card
    131
  - Using Sleep or Hibernate While Using the SD Card
    131
  - Removing an SD Card
    131
- Using the I.link ® Port
  132
- Using an Expansion Device
  133
  - Using an Optional Toshiba Slim Port Replicator II with Your Computer
    133
Chapter 5: Utilities

134
- TOSHIBA Assist
  135
  - Connect
    136
  - Secure
    137
  - Protect & Fix
    138
  - Optimize
    139
- TOSHIBA Application Installer
  140
- Setting Passwords
  141
  - Using an Instant Password
    141
  - Using a Supervisor Password
    142
  - Using a User Password
    143
  - Deleting a User Password
    144
- TOSHIBA Security Assist
  145
- TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
  147
- TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility
  148
- TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility
  149
- TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility
  150
  - Booting from a Bootable SD Card
    151
- Mouse Utility
  151
- Toshiba Hardware Setup
  152
- TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
  154
- TOSHIBA Button Support
  155
- CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
  156
- TOSHIBA Accessibility
  157
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
  158
- Fingerprint Authentication Utility
  159
  - Fingerprint Utility Limitations
    159
  - Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility
    159
- Configfree
  160
  - Getting Started
    160
  - Configfree Utilities
    161

Toshiba PORTEGE R500 Series User Manual (198 pages)

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 3 MB

Table of Contents
2
Copyright
5
Disclaimer
5
Trademarks
5
FCC Information
6
Fcc Conditions
6
EU Declaration of Conformity
7
VCCI Class B Information
7
Following Information Is Only for EU-Member States
7
Preface
8
Conventions
8
General Precautions
11
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
11
Stress Injury
11
Heat Injury
12
Pressure or Impact Damage
12
PC Card Overheating
12
Mobile Phones
12
Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
12
Chapter 1 Getting Started

13
- Equipment Checklist
  13
- Getting Started
  13
  - Connecting the Ac Adaptor
    16
  - Opening the Display
    18
  - Turning on the Power
    19
  - Starting up for the First Time
    19
  - Turning off the Power
    19
- Shut down Mode (Boot Mode)
  19
- Sleep Mode
  20
- Hibernation Mode
  22
- Restarting the Computer
  23
- System Recovery Options
  24
- System Recovery
  25
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

28
- Front with the Display Closed
  28
- Left Side
  29
- Right Side
  30
- Back
  32
- Underside
  33
- Front with the Display Open
  34
- Video Mode
  35
- Indicators
  37
- Keyboard Indicators
  38
- Optical Disc Drives
  39
- AC Adaptor
  41
Chapter 3 Hardware, Utilities and Options

42
- Hardware
  42
- Special Features
  46
- TOSHIBA Value Added Package
  48
- Utilities and Applications
  49
- Optional Devices
  52
  - Inserting a Pc Card
    53
  - Removing a Pc Card
    53
  - Media Care
    56
- Card Care
  56
- Memory Card Care
  57
  - Installing a Memory Module
    58
  - Removing a Memory Module
    60
- External Monitor
  62
- Usb Fdd Kit
  63
- Security Lock
  66
- Connecting the Security Lock
  66
- Optional Accessories
  67
Chapter 4 Operating Basics

69
- Using the Touch Pad
  69
- Using the Fingerprint Sensor
  70
  - Points to Note about the Fingerprint Utility Software
    74
  - Windows Logon Via Fingerprint Authentication
    74
- Using Optical Disc Drives
  77
  - Loading Discs
    78
  - Removing Discs
    79
- Writing CD/Dvds on DVD Super Multi Drives
  81
  - Before Writing or Rewriting
    82
  - When Writing or Rewriting
    84
  - Toshiba Disc Creator
    85
- Media Care
  88
- Floppy Diskettes
  89
- Sound System
  90
- Wireless Communications
  92
  - Bluetooth Wireless Technology
    93
  - Wireless Communication Switch
    94
- Lan
  95
  - Wireless Communication Indicator
    95
  - Lan Cable Types
    95
  - Connecting the Lan Cable
    96
  - Disconnecting the Lan Cable
    96
- Computer Handling
  97
- Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection
  98
- Toshiba Hdd Protection Properties
  99
- Hdd Protection
  99
- Heat Dispersal
  100
Chapter 5 The Keyboard

101
- Typewriter Keys
  101
- Function Keys: F1
  102
- Soft Keys: FN Key Combinations
  102
- Hot Keys
  103
- Windows Special Keys
  105
- Fn Sticky Key
  105
- Keypad Overlay
  106
- Turning on the Overlays
  106
- Arrow Mode
  106
- Generating ASCII Characters
  107
- Temporarily Using Overlay (Overlay Off)
  107
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes

108
- Power Conditions
  108
- Monitoring of Power Condition
  109
  - DC in Indicator
    110
  - Power Indicator
    110
- Battery
  111
  - Charging the Batteries
    113
  - Battery Charging Notice
    114
  - Monitoring Battery Capacity
    114
  - Maximizing Battery Operating Time
    115
  - Retaining Data with Power off
    116
  - Extending Battery Life
    116
  - Replacing the Battery Pack
    117
  - Removing the Battery Pack
    117
- TOSHIBA Password Utility
  118
- Supervisor Password
  120
- Power-Up Modes
  121
- Panel Power On/Off
  122
- System Auto off
  122
Chapter 7 HW Setup & BIOS Setup

123
- Accessing HW Setup
  123
- HW Setup Window
  123
- Power on Display
  124
- Boot Priority
  125
- Device Config
  129
- Device Configuration
  129
- BIOS Setup Program
  130
  - Virtualization Technology
    132
  - Auto Power on
    133
  - Lcd Display Stretch
    134
  - Security Controller
    134
  - Diagnostic Mode
    135
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

136
- Problem Solving Process
  136
- Preliminary Checklist
  137
- Analyzing the Problem
  137
- Hardware and System Checklist
  138
- Self Test
  139
- Overheating Power down
  139
- System Start-Up
  139
- Ac Power
  140
- Real Time Clock
  142
- Hard Disk Drive
  143
- Internal Display Panel
  143
- DVD Super Multi Drive
  144
- Usb Floppy Diskette Drive
  145
- Pc Card
  146
- Pointing Device
  147
- Touch Pad
  147
- Usb Mouse
  148
- Fingerprint Sensor
  149
- Usb Device
  150
- I.link (Ieee1394) Device
  153
- Recovery Discs
  154
- TOSHIBA Support
  156
Appendix A Specifications

158
- Physical Dimensions
  158
- Environmental Requirements
  158
- Power Requirements
  159
- Display Controller and Video Mode
  160
  - Display Controller
    160
  - Video Mode
    160

Toshiba PORTEGE R500 Series User Manual (202 pages)

User Manual

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 2 MB

Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions
5
Table of Contents
9
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
11
Preface
13
General Precautions
15
Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
16
Chapter 1 Getting Started

17
- Equipment Checklist
  17
- Getting Started
  17
  - Connecting the Ac Adaptor
    20
  - Opening the Display
    22
  - Turning on the Power
    23
  - Starting up for the First Time
    23
  - Turning off the Power
    23
- Shut down Mode (Boot Mode)
  23
- Sleep Mode
  24
- Hibernation Mode
  26
- System Recovery Options
  28
- Restarting the Computer
  28
- Restoring the Preinstalled Software
  29
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

31
- Front with the Display Closed
  31
- Left Side
  32
- Right Side
  33
- Back
  35
- Underside
  36
- Video Modes
  37
- Front with the Display Open
  37
- Indicators
  39
- Keyboard Indicators
  40
- Optical Disc Drive
  41
- AC Adaptor
  43
Chapter 3 Hardware, Utilities and Options

45
- Hardware
  45
- Special Features
  49
- TOSHIBA Value Added Package
  51
- Utilities and Applications
  52
- Optional Devices
  55
  - Inserting a Pc Card
    56
  - Removing a Pc Card
    56
  - Media Care
    59
- Card Care
  59
- Memory Card Care
  60
  - Installing a Memory Module
    61
  - Removing a Memory Module
    63
- External Monitor
  64
  - Usb Fdd Kit
    65
  - Toshiba Slim Port Replicator II
    69
- Optional Accessories
  70
- Security Lock
  70
Chapter 4 Operating Basics

73
- Using the Touch Pad
  73
- Using the Fingerprint Sensor
  74
- Using the Optical Disc Drive
  82
- Removing Discs
  84
- Writing CD/Dvds
  86
- Media Care
  94
- Floppy Diskettes
  94
- Sound System
  95
  - Power Management
    96
  - Speaker Configuration
    96
  - Wireless Communications
    97
  - Wireless Lan
    98
    
    Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba
    99
    
    Bluetooth Wireless Technology
    99
    
    Radio Links
    99
    
    Worldwide Operation
    99
  - Lan
    100
    
    Product Support
    100
    
    Wireless Communication Indicator
    100
    
    Wireless Communication Switch
    100
    
    Connecting the Lan Cable
    101
    
    Lan Cable Types
    101
  - Computer Handling
    102
  - Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection
    103
    
    Hdd Protection
    104
    
    Toshiba Hdd Protection Properties
    104
  - Heat Dispersal
    105
Chapter 5 The Keyboard

107
- Typewriter Keys
  107
- Function Keys: F1
  108
- Soft Keys: FN Key Combinations
  108
- Hot Keys
  109
- Windows Special Keys
  111
- Keypad Overlay
  112
- Generating ASCII Characters
  113
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes

115
- Power Conditions
  115
- Monitoring the Power Conditions
  116
  - DC in Indicator
    117
  - Power Indicator
    117
- Battery
  118
  - Charging the Batteries
    120
  - Battery Charging Notice
    120
  - Monitoring Battery Capacity
    121
  - Maximizing Battery Operating Time
    122
  - Extending Battery Life
    123
  - Replacing the Battery Pack
    123
  - Removing the Battery Pack
    124
  - Installing the Battery Pack
    124
- TOSHIBA Password Utility
  125
  - Supervisor Password
    127
  - Starting the Computer by Password
    127
- Power-Up Modes
  128
- Panel Power On/Off
  128
- System Auto off
  128
Chapter 7 HW Setup & BIOS Setup

129
- Accessing HW Setup
  129
- HW Setup Window
  129
  - Power on Display
    130
  - Boot Priority
    131
  - Device Config
    134
  - Device Configuration
    134
- BIOS Setup Program
  135
  - Starting the Bios Setup Program
    136
  - Ending the Bios Setup Program
    136
  - Virtualization Technology
    137
  - Auto Power on
    138
  - Lcd Display Stretch
    139
  - Security Controller
    139
  - Diagnostic Mode
    140
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

141
- Problem Solving Process
  141
- Preliminary Checklist
  142
- Analyzing the Problem
  142
- Hardware and System Checklist
  143
- Self Test
  144
- System Start-Up
  144
- Overheating Power down
  145
- Ac Power
  145
- Real Time Clock
  147
- Hard Disk Drive
  148
- Internal Display Panel
  148
- DVD Super Multi Drive
  149
- Usb Floppy Diskette Drive
  150
- Pc Card
  151
- Pointing Device
  152
- Touch Pad
  152
- Usb Mouse
  153
- Fingerprint Sensor
  154
- Usb Device
  155
- I.link (Ieee1394) Device
  158
- TOSHIBA Support
  160
- Specifications
  161
  - Environmental Requirements
    161
  - Power Requirements
    161

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Table of Contents
2
Device Authorization
6
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
6
Wireless Lan Card
10
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
12
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
13
Regulatory Statements
14
Introduction
19
Setting up Your Computer and Getting Started
20
Adding Memory (Optional)
24
Your Computer's TFT Display
30
Inserting a PC Card
30
Removing a PC Card
31
Learning the Basics
31
Using the Touchpad
32
Using the Optical Drive
33
Moving the Computer
35
Mobile Computing
36
Taking Care of Your Battery
40
If Something Goes Wrong
42
If You Need Further Assistance
47
Power Cord/Cable Connectors
48
Features and Specifications
48
Index
49

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