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User ’s Manual ii TOSHIBA mini NB200 Copyright © 2009 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 p at ent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. TOSHIBA mini NB200 Portable Perso[...]

User ’s Manual iii TOSHIBA mini NB200 EU Conformity S t atement This product and - if applicable - t he supplied accessories too are marke d with "CE" and comply therefore wit h th e applicable harmonized Europe an standards listed under the Low V o ltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and/or R &TTE Dire ctive 1[...]

User ’s Manual iv TOSHIBA mini NB200 Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in workin g environments that are not approved ar e not th e responsibility of TOSHIBA. The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved wo rking environments may be: ■ Interference with other devices or machines in the near surrounding area.[...]

User ’s Manual v TOSHIBA mini NB200 Disposal of batteries a nd/or accumulators Disposing of the com puter and the computer’s batteries ■ Discard this compu ter in acco rdance with appli cable laws and regulations. For further information, cont act y our local government. ■ This computer contains rechargeable batteries. After repeated use, t[...]

User ’s Manual vi TOSHIBA mini NB200 ENERGY ST AR ® Program REACH - Compliance St atement The new European Union (EU) chemical regulation, REACH (R egistration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemica ls), entered into force on 1 June 2007. T oshiba will meet all REAC H requirements and is committed to provide our customers with inf[...]

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User ’s Manual viii TOSHIBA mini NB200 T able of Content s Chapter 1 Introduction Equipment ch ecklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Special f eatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

User ’s Manual ix TOSHIBA mini NB200 Chapter 4 Operating Basics Using the T ouch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 USB Sleep and Charge functio n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 TOSHIBA Disc Creato r . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

User ’s Manual x TOSHIBA mini NB200 Chapter 9 T roubleshooting Problem solving process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1 Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 TOSHIBA sup port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

User ’s Manual xi TOSHIBA mini NB200 Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA mini NB200 computer . This powerful notebook computer provides excel lent expansion capability , includes multimedia functionality , and is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performan ce computing. This manual tells how to set up and begin using[...]

User ’s Manual xii TOSHIBA mini NB200 Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes , gives det ails on the computer’s power resources and battery save modes. Chapter 7, BIOS Setup and Passwords , explains how to configure the computer using the BIOS Setup program. It also tells how to set a password. Chapter 8, Optional Devices , describes the optional [...]

User ’s Manual xiii TOSHIBA mini NB200 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 sa[...]

User ’s Manual xiv TOSHIBA mini NB200 General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety , minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability . Ho wever, cert ain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damag e to the computer . Be certain to read the general precau tions below and t[...]

User ’s Manual xv TOSHIBA mini NB200 Creating a computer-friendly environm ent Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any ot her items you a re using, such a s a printer . Leave enough space around the comput er and o ther equipment to provide adequate venti lation. Other wise, they may overheat. T o keep y[...]

User ’s Manual xvi TOSHIBA mini NB200 Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mob ile phones can inte rfere with the aud io system. The operation of the computer wil l not be impa ired in any way , but it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use. Instruction Manual f[...]

User ’s Manual 1-1 Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checkli st, and it identifies the computer ’s features, options and accessories. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your comp uter , taking care to save the b ox and packaging materials for future use. Hardware Check to make sure you have al l the follow[...]

User ’s Manual 1-2 Introduction ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities ■ TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor ■ TOSHIBA Assist ■ TOSHIBA eco Utility ■ Online Manual Documentation ■ TOSHIBA mini NB200 User's manual ■ TOSHIBA mini NB200 Quickst art ■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort (included in User ’s Manual) ■ W arranty Information[...]

User ’s Manual 1-3 Introduction Memory Disks Keyboard Pointing Device Slot PC2-4200 (or compatible) 1GB or 2GB memory module can be installed in the memory slot. Maximum system memory size is 2GB. Video RAM Video RAM capacity is shared with main memory with the proportion b eing allocated using Dynamic Video Memory T echnology . Legal Footnote (M[...]

User ’s Manual 1-4 Introduction Power Ports Slots Multimedia Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack. Legal Footnote (Battery life) *3 For more information regarding Battery life, please refer to the Disclaimer section in Chapter 10 or click the *3 above. RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the [...]

User ’s Manual 1-5 Introduction Communications Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer . Y ou can use it for vi deo chatting or video confer ences using a communic ation tool such as Windows Live Messenger . TOSHIBA Web Camera Application will help you to add various video effects t[...]

User ’s Manual 1-6 Introduction Security Software The computer's internal disp lay panel supports high-resolution video graphics and can b e set to a wide range of viewing angl es for maximum comfort and readability . Sp ecial features The following features are eithe r un ique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which ma ke the co[...]

User ’s Manual 1-7 Introduction HDD automatic power off *1 This feat ure automatically cuts of f power to the hard disk drive when it is not acce ssed for a specified time, with pow er being restored when the hard disk drive is next accessed. This can be specified in the Power Opti ons. System automatic Sleep/Hibernation Mode *1 This feature auto[...]

User ’s Manual 1-8 Introduction TOSHIBA HDD Protection This feature which is for the hard disk drive models uses the acceleration se nsor built in the computer to detect vibration, falls and shocks, and automatically moves the hard disk drive’s read/write head to a safe position in order to reduce the risk of damage tha t could be caused by hea[...]

User ’s Manual 1-9 Introduction T OSHIBA V alue Added Package TOSHIBA HDD/SSD Alert The TOSHIBA HDD/SSD Alert includes wizard functions to monitor the Disk Drive operating status . HW Setup This utility allows you to customize your hard ware settings according to the way you work with the computer and the peripherals you use. TOS HI BA F las h Ca[...]

User ’s Manual 1-10 Introduction Utilities and Applications This section describes the pre-installed uti lities that come with the computer and details how to start them. For further information on their operation, please refer to each utility's online manu al, help files or README.TXT file. Options Y ou can add a number of options to make y[...]

User ’s Manual 1-1 1 Introduction AC Adaptor If you frequently use you r computer at more than one site, it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in order to remove the need to alwa ys carry the adaptor wi th you. External Su perMul ti Optical drive The External SuperMulti drive enables reading and burning[...]

User ’s Manual 2-1 The Grand T our Chapter 2 The Grand T our This chapter identifies the vari ous components of your computer . Become familiar with each component before yo u operate the computer . Front with the display closed The following figure shows the computer ’s front with its display panel in the closed position. Front of the computer[...]

User ’s Manual 2-2 The Grand T our Wire les s communication The Wireless communication indicator glows amber when the Bluetoo th and Wireless LAN functions are turned on. Only some models are equipped with Bluetooth and Wire less LAN functions. Wireless W AN communication The Wireless W AN communication indicator glows or blinks blu e when the Wi[...]

User ’s Manual 2-3 The Grand T our Lef t side The following figure shows the comp uter's left side. The left side of the computer 1. External monitor port 4. Headphone jack 2. Thermal vent holes 5. LAN jack 3. Microphone jack 6. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port 1 2 3 4 5 6 External monitor port This port allows you to connect an external [...]

User ’s Manual 2-4 The Grand T our Right side The following figure shows the comp uter ’s right side. The right side of the computer Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port The Universal Serial Bus port, which complies with the USB 2.0 standard, is provide d on the left hand side of the computer . The port with the icon ( ) has USB Sleep and Charge[...]

User ’s Manual 2-5 The Grand T our Back side Figure below shows the computer ’s back side. The computer ’s back side. Underside The following figure shows the undersi de of the computer . Y ou should ensure that the disp lay is closed befo re the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage. The underside of the computer 1. Memory modu[...]

User ’s Manual 2-6 The Grand T our Memory module slot The memory module slot is located here. The memory module slot allo ws for the replacement with an additional memory module. Please refer to the Additional memory module section in Chapter 8, Optional Devices for more information. Battery release latch Slide and hold this latch into its '[...]

User ’s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our Front with the display op en This section shows the computer with the display panel open. In order to open the display , lift the display panel up and position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you. * Appearance of the Keyboard may be different among models. The front of the computer with the display open 1.[...]

User ’s Manual 2-8 The Grand T our Web Ca me r a L ED The Web Camera LED glows when the Web Camera is working. Web Ca me r a We b C am er a is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer . Y ou can use it for video chatting or video conferencing using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messeng er . TOSHI[...]

User ’s Manual 2-9 The Grand T our Keyboard indicators When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows, the keyboa rd will produce capitals when any letter is typed. 1. CAPS LOCK indicator Keypad indicators 1 CAPS LOCK This indicato r glows green when letter keys are locked into their uppercase fo rmat.[...]

User ’s Manual 2-10 The Grand T our AC adaptor The AC adaptor can automa tically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 240 volts and to a freque ncy of either 50 o r 60 hertz, enablin g you to use this computer in almost any countr y/region. The adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to this computer . T o rech[...]

User ’s Manual 3-1 Getting S tarted Chapter 3 Getting S t arted This chapter provides basic information to start using your computer . It covers the following topics: ■ Connecting the AC adaptor ■ Opening the display ■ T urning on the power ■ S tarti ng up for the first time ■ T urning off the power ■ Resta rting the computer ■ Syst[...]

User ’s Manual 3-2 Getting S tarted Connecting the AC adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to cha rge the battery or you want to operate from AC power . It is also th e fastest way to get started, because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power . The AC adaptor can be connected to any po wer sourc[...]

User ’s Manual 3-3 Getting S tarted 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor . Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (2-pin plug) Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (3-pin plug) 2. Connect the AC adaptor' s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the right side of the computer . Connecting the adaptor to the computer 3. Plu[...]

User ’s Manual 3-4 Getting S tarted Opening the display The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing. While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main b ody of the computer is not raised, slowly lift the display panel - this will allow the angle of the d isplay panel to be adjusted to provide opti m[...]

User ’s Manual 3-5 Getting S tarted T urning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power - the Power indicator will then indicate the status. Please refer to the Monitoring of power condition section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes for more information. 1. Open the computer's display panel. 2. Press the computer'[...]

User ’s Manual 3-6 Getting S tarted 1. Power button T urning on the pow er St arting up for the first time The Windows ® 7 Welcome screen will be the first screen d isplayed when you turn on th e power . Follow the o n-screen instructions on ea ch screen in order to properly inst all the operating system. 1 When it is displayed, be sure to read [...]

User ’s Manual 3-7 Getting S tarted T urning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes, either Shut Down Mode, Hibernation Mode or Sleep Mode. Shut Down Mode When you turn off the power in Shut Do wn Mode no data will be saved and the computer will boot to the opera ting system's main screen the next time it is turned o[...]

User ’s Manual 3-8 Getting S tarted Benefits of Hibernation Mode The Hiberna tion Mode feature pro vides the followin g benefits: ■ Saves data to the hard disk drive when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery condition. ■ Y ou can return to your previo us working environment immediately when you turn on the computer .[...]

User ’s Manual 3-9 Getting S tarted Sleep Mode In Sleep mode the power remains on, but the processor and all other devices are in Sleep mode. Benefits of Sleep Mode The Sleep Mode feature provide s the following benefits: ■ Restores the previous workin g environment more ra pidly than does the Hibernation Mode feature. ■ Saves power by shutti[...]

User ’s Manual 3-10 Getting S tarted Executing Sleep Mode Y ou can enter Sleep Mode in one of th ree ways: 1. Click Windows Star t button, point to , and then click Sleep . 2. Close the display panel. This featu re must be enabled. Refer to th e Power Options in the Contro l Panel. 3. Press the power button. This feature must be enabled. Refer to[...]

User ’s Manual 3-1 1 Getting S tarted System Recovery Opti ons A hidden partition is allocated on the hard disk drive for the System Recovery Options. This partition stores files which can be used to repair the syst em in the event of a problem. System Recovery O ptions The System Recovery Options feature is installed on the hard di sk when shipp[...]

User ’s Manual 3-12 Getting S tarted Creating Optical Reco very Discs This section describes how to create Recovery Discs. A recovery image of the software on your computer i s stored on the hard disk drive, and can be copied to DVD media by using the following steps: 1. Select either blank DVD media. 2. The application will allow you to choos e [...]

User ’s Manual 3-13 Getting S tarted Restoring the pre-in stalled sof tware from the Recovery hard d isk drive A portion of the total hard disk dr ive space is configured as a hidden recovery partition. This p artition stores files which can be used to restore pre-installed software in the event of a problem. If you subsequently set up your hard [...]

User ’s Manual 3-14 Getting S tarted 1. Load the Recovery Discs into the optical disc drive and turn off the computer's p ower . 2. While holding down F12 key on the keyboard, tu rn on your co mputer - when TOSHIBA Leading Innovation>>> appears, release the F12 key . 3. Use the cursor keys to select USB CDROM from the menu. Please r[...]

User ’s Manual 4-1 Operating Basics Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer an d highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it. Using the T ouch Pad T o use the T ouch Pad, simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go. T ouch Pa[...]

User ’s Manual 4-2 Operating Basics USB Sleep and Charge function Y our computer can supply USB bus pow er (DC5V) to the USB port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF . "Power OFF" includes Sleep mode, hibe rnation mode or shutdown state. This function can only be used for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge functio[...]

User ’s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics St arting the USB Sleep an d Charge Utility T o start the utility , click Sta rt  All Programs  TOS HI BA  Utilities  USB Sleep and Charge . Y ou can set mode1/mo de2/mode3/mode4/dis able USB sleep and charge function also in BIOS Se tup menu. Please refer to Accessing BIOS Setup Menu in Chapter 7 f[...]

User ’s Manual 4-4 Operating Basics Power supply mod e settings There are several USB Sleep and Charge function modes. "Mode 4(Default)" should normall y be used. Set one of the other modes (try from "Mode 3" to "Mode 1" )*1 if th e charge function cannot be used in "Mode 4(Default)". This function may not [...]

User ’s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics ■ Y ou might not be able to use the 'Disc Backup' function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator to back up a DVD-R, DVD-R (Dual Layer), DVD-RW , DVD+R, DVD+R (Double Layer) or DVD+RW disc that was made with other software on a different optical media record er . ■ If you add data to a DVD-R, DVD-R (Dual Layer)[...]

User ’s Manual 4-6 Operating Basics Using the web camera Built-in web camera is provided with some models.This secti on describes the bundled webcam utility , which c an capture still and video images. The web camera will auto-run when Windo ws starts. 1. Web Camera LED 2. Web Camera 3. Microphone Web Ca m er a Ensure that you remove the protecti[...]

User ’s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics Using TOSHIBA W eb Camera Applicat ion TOSHIBA W eb Camera Application is pre-configured to start when you turn on Windows ® 7; if you need to restart it go to Start  All Programs  TOS HI BA  Utilities  W eb Camera Appl ication . Using the Software 1. Capture S till Images 4. Video Recording 2. Ope[...]

User ’s Manual 4-8 Operating Basics Using the microphone Y ou can u se the built-in or an external micro phone that connects to the microphone jack to record monaural sounds into your appl ications. It can also be used to issue voice commands to applications that support such functions. Since your computer has a microphone and spe aker , “feed [...]

User ’s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics Security ■ TOSHIBA strongly recommend that y ou enable encryption functionality , otherwise your computer will be open to illegal access by an outsider using a wireless connection. If this occurs, the outsider may illegally access your system, eavesdrop, or cause the loss or destruction of stored data. ■ TO[...]

User ’s Manual 4-10 Operating Basics Wireless W AN Depending on the model you purchased your TOSHIBA Notebook come with an installed Wireless W AN (wide area network) device. This device gives you the abili ty for a high-spe ed connection to the Internet, corporate intranet, and your email while you are away from the office. This section provides[...]

User ’s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics Inst alling a SIM Card The SIM card slot is located under the battery pack of the computer . Y ou can install and remove one SIM card in the slot. T o install the SIM card, follow the steps below: 1. Shut down the computer - ensure tha t the Power indicator is off. 2. Remove the AC adaptor and all cables conn[...]

User ’s Manual 4-12 Operating Basics Disabling or enabling wireless devices Fn + F8 : This ho t key enables and di sables the wireless device s installed in your computer . The wireless modes a re: ■ Enable all Devices: Enables the Wi-Fi ® , BluetoothTM and Wireless W AN modules. ■ Disable all Devices: Disables the Wi-Fi ® , Bl uetoothTM an[...]

User ’s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics Regu latory Info rmation FCC compliance FCC compliance does not app ly to this product with a Wireless WAN Module installed. Industry Canada (IC) com pliance Industry Canada (IC) compli ance does not apply to this product with a Wireless W AN Module installed. Enable/Disa ble Wireless communica tion with hot k[...]

User ’s Manual 4-14 Operating Basics If you used the T ask Bar to disable Wirele ss LAN functionality , restart the computer or follow the procedures below to enable the syste m to recognize Wireless LAN. Click Start  Control Panel  System and Security  System  Device Manager  Network adapto rs and right cl ick the wireless device [...]

User ’s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics 1. T urn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer . 2. Plug one end of the cable into t he LAN jack. Press gently until yo u hear the latch click into place. Connecting the LAN cable 3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hu b connector or router . Check with y[...]

User ’s Manual 4-16 Operating Basics Cleaning the computer T o help ensure long, trouble-free o per ation, keep the computer free of dust and dirt, and u se care with a ll liquids arou nd it. ■ Be careful not to spill liquids into the comp uter . If th e computer does get wet, turn the power o ff immediately and let the co mputer dry comp letel[...]

User ’s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics ■ Before carrying your computer , shut it d own, disconnect the AC adaptor and allow it to cool down - a failure to follow this instruction may result in minor heat injury . ■ Be careful not to subject the computer to impact or shock - a failure to follow this instruction could result in d amage to the com[...]

User ’s Manual 4-18 Operating Basics T askbar icon TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties Y ou can change the TOSHIBA HDD Protection settings by using the TOSHIBA HDD Protection window . T o open the window , click Star t  All Programs  TOS HI BA  Utilities  HDD Protection Settings . The window can also be started from the icon on the T as[...]

User ’s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics Det ails T o open the Details window , click the Setup Detail button in the T OSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window . Detection Level Amplification When the AC adaptor is disconnected or the lid is closed, HDD Dete ction assumes that the computer will be carried and sets the detection level to the maximum fo[...]

User ’s Manual 5-1 The Keyboard Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer's keyboard layouts are compatible with a 104/105-key enhanced keyboard - by pressing some keys in combination, all of the 104/105-key enhance d keyboard functions can be performed on the computer . The number of keys available on your keyboard will depend on which country/re[...]

User ’s Manual 5-2 The Keyboard Function keys: F1 … F12 The function keys (not to be confused with the special FN key) are the twelve keys at the top of your key board - these keys function differentl y from other keys. F1 through F12 are called functi on keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed and, when used in combination [...]

User ’s Manual 5-3 The Keyboard Press FN + F10 or FN + F1 1 to access the computer's integrated keypad. When activated, the keys with grey ma rkings on their bottom e dge become either numeric keypad keys ( FN + F1 1 ) or cursor control keys ( FN + F10 ). Please refer to the Keypad overlay section in this chapter for more information on how [...]

User ’s Manual 5-4 The Keyboard Hibernate: Pressing FN + F4 switches the system to Hibernation mode. Output: Pressing FN + F5 changes the active display device. Brightness (Down): Pressing FN + F6 decreases the computer's display panel brightness in individual steps. Brightness (Up): Pressing FN + F7 increases the computer's display pan[...]

User ’s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (reduce): Pressing FN + 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes wi thin one of the supported applica tion windows. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (enlarge): Pressing FN + 2 enlarges the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes wi thin one of the supported applica tion windows. V [...]

User ’s Manual 5-6 The Keyboard Keyp ad overl ay Y our computer 's keyboard does not have a separate numeric keypad but includes a numeric keypad overlay which functions like one - this is located in the center of the keyb oard with the relevant keys havi ng grey letters at their front edge. The overlay provides the same functions as the num[...]

User ’s Manual 5-7 The Keyboard T emporarily using normal keyboard (ove rlay on) While using the overlay , you can te mporarily access the normal keyboard functions without having to turn the overlay off: 1. Hold FN and press any other key - this ke y wil l operate as if the overla y were off. 2. T yp e upper-case characters b y holding FN + SHIF[...]

User ’s Manual 6-1 Power and Power-up Modes Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes The computer's power resources incl ude the AC adaptor and internal batteries. This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and ch anging batteries, tips for saving battery power , and power-up modes. Pow er con[...]

User ’s Manual 6-2 Power and Power-up Modes Power conditions Power indica tors As shown in the below table, the Battery , DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer ’s operating capability and battery charge status. Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery pack - the [...]

User ’s Manual 6-3 Power and Power-up Modes DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine t he power status with the AC adaptor connected - the follow ing indi cator conditions shou ld be noted: Power i ndica tor Check the Power indicator to determine the pow er status of the computer - the following indicator conditions shou ld be noted[...]

User ’s Manual 6-4 Power and Power-up Modes Real T ime Clock battery The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power fo r the internal real time clock and calendar function and also main tains the system configuration while the computer is turned off. If the R TC battery becomes completely discharged, th e system will lose this in formation and [...]

User ’s Manual 6-5 Power and Power-up Modes Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low , the Battery indicator will flash amber to indicate that only a fe w minutes of battery power remain. If you continue to u se the computer w hile the Ba ttery indicator flashes, the computer will enable Hibernation Mode so that you d[...]

User ’s Manual 6-6 Power and Power-up Modes Tim e The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a discharged battery . Charging time (hours) Battery charging notice The battery may not begin charging immediately under the following conditions: ■ The battery is extremely hot or cold (if the battery is extremely hot, it [...]

User ’s Manual 6-7 Power and Power-up Modes Monitoring battery ca pa city Remaining battery power can be monitore d in Power Options. Maximizing battery op erating time A battery's usefulness depends on how long it can su pply power on a single charge, while how long the c harg e lasts in a battery depends on: ■ Processor speed ■ Screen [...]

User ’s Manual 6-8 Power and Power-up Modes Ret aining dat a with power off When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries retain data for the following approximate time periods. Retention Time Extending battery life T o maximize the life of your battery p acks: ■ At least once a mo nth, disconnect the computer from[...]

User ’s Manual 6-9 Power and Power-up Modes Replacing the battery p ack Please be aware that the battery pack is classified as a consumable item. The operating life of the battery pack will gradually reduce through repeated charging and discharging, and wi ll need to be replaced when it reaches the end of its operati ng life. In ad dition to this[...]

User ’s Manual 6-10 Power and Power-up Modes Releasing the battery pack (1) 6. Slide and hold the battery release latch (1 ) to disengage the battery pack and then remove it from the computer (2). Releasing the battery pack (2) 1. Battery safety lock 3. Battery pack 2. Battery release latch 1 4 5 3 1 2 1 4 5[...]

User ’s Manual 6-1 1 Power and Power-up Modes T o install a battery , follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Insert the battery pack as far as it will go into the computer (1). 2. Ensure that the battery pack is securely in place and the battery safety lock (2) is in its position. Securing the battery pack 3. T urn your comput er over . Power-up [...]

User ’s Manual 6-12 Power and Power-up Modes Hot keys Y ou can use the FN + F3 hot key to e nter Sleep Mode or FN + F4 to enter Hibernation Mode - please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard for further details. Panel power on/off Y ou can set up your computer so that power is turned off automatically when you close the display panel, and turned on a[...]

User ’s Manual 7-1 BIOS Setup and Passwords Chapter 7 BIOS Setup and Passwords This chapter explains how to use BIOS to set up user and supervisor passwords. Accessing BIOS Setup Menu T o start the utility , ple ase press " F2 " to enter the BIOS Setup Menu when booting up the computer . BIOS Setup Menu Within the BIOS Setup Menu, pleas[...]

User ’s Manual 7-2 BIOS Setup and Passwords Password User Password / Supervisor Password Select Set User Password / Set Supervisor Passwo rd and press En ter , then the following message is shown: Set User Password Enter New Password [ ] Confirm New Password [ ] If there is an old password set, setup will display the following and require that th[...]

User ’s Manual 7-3 BIOS Setup and Passwords St art ing t he compu ter by p ass word If you have already registered a password, please enter the password manually to start the computer: T o enter a password manually , follo w these steps: 1. T urn on the power as de scribed in Chapte r 3, Getting St arted . The following message app ears: Username[...]

User ’s Manual 7-4 BIOS Setup and Passwords LAN Wake-up o n LAN This feature lets the comp uter's power be turned on from shutdown when it receives a wake-up packet ( Magic packet ) from the LAN. The W ake-up on LAN from Sleep Mode or Hibernati on Mode function is dependent on the setting of OS. (The sett i ng in BIOS Setup does not affect t[...]

User ’s Manual 8-1 Optional Devices Chapter 8 Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer's capabilities and its versatility . This chapter describes the connection or installation of the following devices: Cards/memory ■ Bridge medi a slot ■ Secure Digital™ (SD) Card (SD me mory card, SDHC memory card, miniSD Card, micro[...]

User ’s Manual 8-2 Optional Devices Examples of memory media Memory media This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media. Points to note about the SD/SDHC memory card SD/SDHC memory cards compl y with SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or play[...]

User ’s Manual 8-3 Optional Devices Memory media format New medi a cards are for matted accordi ng to specific standards. If you wish to reformat a media card, be sure to do so with a device that uses media cards. Formatting an SD/SDHC memory card SD/SDHC memory cards are sold already formatted in conformity to specific standards. If you format t[...]

User ’s Manual 8-4 Optional Devices Inst alling a mem ory module T o install a memory module: 1. Shut down the comp uter - make sure the Pow er indicator is off (refer to the T urning off the po wer section in C hapter 3, Getting S tarted if required). 2. Remove the AC ad aptor and all cable s and peripherals con nected to the computer . 3. T urn[...]

User ’s Manual 8-5 Optional Devices 1. memory module cover Removing the memory module cover 4. Align the notch of the memory modul e with tha t of the memory module slot and gently insert the module into the slot at about a 30 de gree angle before gently pressing until the latches on either side snap into place. 1 Align the grooves along the edge[...]

User ’s Manual 8-6 Optional Devices 5. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one scre w . Seating the memory module cover 6. Install the battery pa ck - refer to Replacing the batte ry pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes , if required. 7. T urn your comput er over . 8. T urn the computer on and make su re the ad[...]

User ’s Manual 8-7 Optional Devices 4. Lift off the memory module cover . 5. Push the latches outward and the memory modul e will pop up. 6. Grasp the memory module by th e sides and pull it out. 7. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one scre w . 8. Install the battery pa ck - refer to Replacing the batte ry pack section in [...]

User ’s Manual 8-8 Optional Devices When you turn on the power , the compu ter will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device . In the event that you find that there are issues getting an image displayed on the correct monitor , you should consi der using the FN + F5 hot key to change the display[...]

User ’s Manual 9-1 T roubleshooting Chapter 9 T roubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for dur ability . However , shou ld problems occur , following the p rocedures in this cha pter can help to de termine the cause. All readers should become familiar with this chapter . Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring. [...]

User ’s Manual 9-2 T roubleshooting ■ Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins. ■ Check that your diskette is correc tly 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[...]

User ’s Manual 9-3 T roubleshooting Hardware and system checklist This section discusses problems ca used by your computer's hardware or attached peripherals. Basic problems may oc cur in the following areas: System start- up When the computer does not start pr operly , check the following items: ■ Self T est ■ Power Sources ■ Power-on[...]

User ’s Manual 9-4 T roubleshooting Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC adaptor , the battery pack is the primary power source. However , your computer has a number of othe r power resources, including intelligent power supp ly and Real T ime Clock battery . These resources are interrelated an d any one could affect apparent power p[...]

User ’s Manual 9-5 T roubleshooting Password Battery doesn’t charge when the AC adaptor is attached (Battery indicator does not glow amber) If the battery is complete ly discharged, it will not begin charging i mmediately . Wait a few minutes. If the battery still does not charge, make sure the outlet is supplying power . T est it by pl ugging [...]

User ’s Manual 9-6 T roubleshooting Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more information refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard and Chapter 7, BIOS Setup and Passwords . LCD p anel Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer ’s setup. Refer to Chapter 7, BIOS Setup and Passwords , for more information. H[...]

User ’s Manual 9-7 T roubleshooting Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse, also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation. T ouch Pad Slow performanc e The file s on the hard disk drive may be fragmented - in this instance you should run the disk defragmentation utility to check the condition of your files an[...]

User ’s Manual 9-8 T roubleshooting USB mouse SD/MuliM edia Card Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . Problem Procedure On-screen poin ter does not res pond to mouse operati on The system might be busy . If the pointer is shaped as an ho urglass, wait fo r it to resume i ts normal shape and try aga in to move it. Make sure the mouse is pro[...]

User ’s Manual 9-9 T roubleshooting External Monitor Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices , and to your monitor ’s documentation. Sound system USB Refer also to your USB device’ s documentation. Problem Procedure Monitor does not turn on Make sure tha t the external monitor ’s power switch is on. Confirm that the external monitor ’s [...]

User ’s Manual 9-10 T roubleshooting USB Sleep and Charge functi on Problem Procedure I cannot use the "USB Sleep and Charge function" The setting of "USB Sleep and Charge functi on" may be disabled. Check the "USB Sleep and Charge" check box to enable this functi on in the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility . When[...]

User ’s Manual 9-1 1 T roubleshooting Sleep/Hibernation LAN External devices connected to the comp atible port s do not work Some external devi ces may not work when connected to a compatible port when the "USB Sleep and Charge function" is ena bled in the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility . Reconnect the external device after turnin[...]

User ’s Manual 9-12 T roubleshooting Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not re store LAN access, consult your LAN administrator . For more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Bluetooth For more informa tion on wireless co mm unication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Problem Procedure Cann[...]

User ’s Manual 9-13 T roubleshooting T OSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your compu ter or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to cont act TOSHIBA for additional techni cal assistance. Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system so it is import a[...]

User ’s Manual 10-1 Legal Footnotes Chapter 10 Legal Footnotes This chapter slates the Legal Foo t note(s) information app licable to TOSHIBA com puters. CPU *1 Central Processing Unit ("CPU") Performance Legal Footnote. CPU performance in your co mputer pr oduct may vary from specifi cations under the following conditi ons: ■ use of [...]

User ’s Manual 10-2 Legal Footnotes A 32-bit version of the operating system is preins talled on your computer unless explicitly stated that t he operating system is 64-bit. See http://www .pcsupport.toshiba.com for more information. Memory (Main System ) *2 Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics system for graphics performanc[...]

User ’s Manual 10-3 Legal Footnotes Wireless LAN *7 The transmission speed over th e wireless LAN and th e distance over which wireless LAN can re ach may vary depen ding on surro unding electromagnetic environment, obstacles, access po int design and configuration, and client d esign and software/h ardware configuratio ns. The actual transmissio[...]

User ’s Manual A-1 S pecifications Appendix A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the computer ’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Size Environme nt al r equireme nt s Power Requirement s Size With 3 cell Battery 263.0 (w) × 192.3 (d) × 25.4 (front) × 30.8 (rear) millimeters (not including parts that extend beyond the main [...]

User ’s Manual B-1 Display Controller Appendix B Display Controller Display controller The display controller inte rprets software commands into hardware com- mands that turn particular pixels on or off. A high-resolution e xternal moni tor connected to the computer can d isplay up to 1600 horizontal and 1200 vertical pixels at up to 16M colors. [...]

User ’s Manual C-1 Wireless LAN Appendix C Wireless LAN This appendix is intended to hel p you get your Wireless LAN network up and running, with a mi nimum of parameters. Card S pecifications Radio Characteristics Radio characteristics of Wireless LAN cards may vary according to: ■ Country/region where the product was purcha sed ■ T yp e of [...]

User ’s Manual C-2 Wireless LAN The range of the wireless signal is re lated to the transmit rate of the wire- less communication. Commu nications at lower tran smit range may travel larger distances. ■ The range of your w ireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid h igh-density materials. ■ Ran[...]

User ’s Manual D-1 AC Power Cord and Connectors Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors The AC input plug of power cord must be compatible with various interna- tional AC power outle ts. Power cords need to meet the l ocal standards and the specifications listed as below: Certification agencies In Europe, two condu ctors power cord s must be VDE [...]

User ’s Manual D-2 AC Power Cord and Connectors The following illustra tions show the plug shapes for USA, Australia Canada, United Kingdom, Europe , and China. USA Australia Europe United Kingdom Canada China UL approved BS approved AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency CSA approved CCC approved[...]

User ’s Manual E-1 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Appendix E T OSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor soft ware program monitors computer system functions such as power cons umption, the cooling system and HDD Drop sensor . It alerts users of s pecific system condit ions via pop-up messages. It also tracks the usage of the computer and[...]

User ’s Manual E-2 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor St arting the TOSHIBA PC Health Mo nitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be started using the following methods: ■ Click Start  All Programs  TO SH IB A  Utilities  PC Health Monitor . ■ Click the icon in the notific ation area, then cl ick the " Click here to enable TOSHIBA PC H[...]

User ’s Manual F-1 If your computer is stolen Appendix F If your computer is stolen Should your comput er be stolen , however , we’ll help you try to find it. Before contacting TOSHIBA, please prepare the follo wing informati on which is necessary to uniquely identi fy your computer: ■ In which co untry was your co mputer stolen? ■ What typ[...]

User ’s Manual F-2 If your computer is stolen TOSHIBA Theft Registration Send to: TOSHIBA Europe GmbH T echnical Service a nd Support Leibnizstr . 2 93055 Regensburg Germany Fax number: +49 (0) 941 7807 921 Owner ’s details Country stolen: Machine type: (e.g. TOSHIBA mini NB200) Model number: (e.g. PSA30EYXT) Serial number: (e.g. 123456 78G) Da[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-1 Glossary Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topi cs related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. Abbreviations AACS: advanced access content system AC: Alternating current ACPI: Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ASCII: American S tandard Code for Information Interchange BIOS: basic[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-2 Glossary HD+: High Definition Plus IDE: integrated drive el ectronics IEEE: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O: input/output IrDA: Infrared Data Association IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LAN: local area network LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode MB: megabyte MMC: multi media c[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-3 Glossary analog signal: A signal who se characteristics such as amp litude and frequency vary in proportion to (are an analog of) the value to be transmitted. V oice communications are an alog signals. application: A group of programs that together are used for a specific task such as accounting, financial plannin g, sp[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-4 Glossary bus: An interfa ce for transmission of signals, da ta or electric power . byte: The represe ntation of a single char acter . A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit; also the smallest addressable un it within the system. C cache memory: A section of very fast memory in which frequently used informatio[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-5 Glossary comp atibility: 1) The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner a s another computer without modi fying the data or the media upon whic h it is being transferred. 2) the ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component. components: Elements or part[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-6 Glossary delete: T o remove data from a disk or other data storage device. Synonymous with erase. device d river: A program (called a "drive r") that permits a computer to communicate with a device. dialog box : A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information. Digit al Audi[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-7 Glossary DVD-RAM: A Digital V ersatile Disc-Rand om Access Memory is a highcapacity , high performance disc that lets you store large volumes of dat a. The DVD-RAM dri ve uses a laser to read dat a from the disc. DVD-ROM: A Digital V ersatile Disc-Read Only Memory is a high capacity , high performance disc suitable for [...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-8 Glossary floppy disk ette drive (FDD): An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy diskettes. floppy diske tte: A removable disk that stores magneticall y encoded data. Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA utility that lets yo u assign functions to hot keys. folder: An icon in Windows used to store documents or other fold[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-9 Glossary I/O devices: Equipment used to communicate wi th the computer an d transfer data to and from it. I/O: Input/outpu t. Refers to acceptance and transfer of data to and from a computer . icon: A small grap hic image displayed on the screen or in th e indicator panel. In Windows, an icon represen ts an object that [...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-10 Glossary LAN: A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to inte ract with any other on the netwo rk. Light Emitting Diode (LED): A semiconductor device tha t emits light when a current is applied. Liquid Crystal Display ([...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-1 1 Glossary N network: A collection of computers and associa ted devices that are connected by communications faci lities. A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices, such as printers, with othe r users and to exchange electronic mail. non-system disk: A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be use[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-12 Glossary PCI: Peripheral Component Interconnect. An industry standard 32-bit bus. peripheral: Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that i s attached to the computer and controlled by the computer's CPU. Péritel: Péritel is a 21-pin connecting cable/port system that allows images and high-quality stereo soun[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary resolution: A measure of the sharpne ss of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer , resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi). For a screen, it is expressed as the number of pi xels availab le horizontally and vertically restart: Resetting a computer w ithout t[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-14 Glossary T terminal: A typewri ter-like keyboard and CRT display screen connected to the computer for da ta input/output. TFT display: A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix te chnol ogy with thin film transistor (TFT) to drive each cell. T ouch Pad: A pointing devi[...]

User ’s Manual Index-1 Index Index A AC adaptor, 1-4 additional, 1-11 connecting, 3-2 DC IN 19V jack, 2-4 ASCII characters, 5-7 B Battery charging, 6 -5 extending ba ttery life, 6-8 indicator, 2-2, 6-2 Monitoring capacity, 6-7 real time clock, 1-4, 6-4 save mode, 1-8 types, 6-3 Battery Charger, 8-7 Battery pack, 1-4, 2-6 additional, 8-7 replacing[...]

User ’s Manual Index-2 Index FN + spac e (Zoom), 5-4 Function keys, 5-2 H Hard disk drive automatic power off, 1-7 Heat dispersal, 1-8 Hibernation Mode, 1-9 Hot keys , 1-7 Brightness (Down), 5-4 Brightness (Up), 5-4 Hibernate, 5-4 Lock, 5-3 Mute, 5-3 Output, 5-4 Power Plan, 5-3 Sleep, 5-3 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (enlarge), 5-5 TOSHIBA Zooming Uti[...]

User ’s Manual Index-3 Index Power conditions, 6- 1 Hibernation Mode, 3-7 indicator, 6-3 panel power on/off, 6- 12 Shut Down mode (Boot Mode), 3-7 Sleep Mode, 3-9 system auto off, 6-12 turning off, 3-7 turning on, 3-5 Problems AC power, 9-4 Analyzing the proble m, 9-2 Battery, 9-4 Bluetooth, 9-12 Hard disk drive, 9-6 Hardware and system checklist[...]