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User ’ s Manual TECRA A10/ TECRA S10/ TECRA P10/ TECRA M10/ Satellite Pro S300 Series[...]

User ’s Manual ii T able of Content s Copyright. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi T rademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

User ’s Manual iii TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Chapter 2 The Grand T our Front with t he display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Lef t side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

User ’s Manual iv TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Monitoring of power conditi on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

User ’s Manual v TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Battery Life *4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity *5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3 LCD *6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

User ’s Manual vi TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Copyright © 2008 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be repro duced 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. TOSH[...]

User ’s Manual vii TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 xD-Picture Card is a trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation. Other trademarks and registered trad emarks not listed above may be used in this manual. FCC information FCC notice "Declaration of Conform ity Information" This equipment has been tested and fo und to comply with th[...]

User ’s Manual viii TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Cont act Address: TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Bouleva r d Irvine, California 9261 8-1697 T elephon e: (949) 583-3000 EU Conformity S t atement This product and - if applicable - t he supplied accessories too are marke d with "CE" and comply ther[...]

User ’s Manual ix TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Conformity S t atement The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decisio n "CTR21"] for pan-European single te rminal connectio n to the Public Sw itched T elephone Network (PSTN). However , due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countri[...]

User ’s Manual x TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Japan’ s T elecommunications Business Law permi ts up to two redials on analogue telephone s, but th e redials must be made within a total of three minutes. The internal modem is approved by Japan Approvals Institute for T elecommunications Equipment. This label is located on the m[...]

User ’s Manual xi TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 T ype of service Y our modem is desi gned to be used on standard-device telephon e lines. Connection to telep hone company-provided coin se rvice (central office implemented systems) is pr ohibited. Connection to pa rty lines service is subject to state tarif fs. If you have any que[...]

User ’s Manual xii TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Instructions for IC CS -03 certified equipment 1. The Industry Canada label identi fies certified e quipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network prot ective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate T erm[...]

User ’s Manual xiii TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand Modem w a rning notice for Australia Modems connected to the Australian te lecoms network must have a valid Austel permit. This modem has been desi gned to specifica lly configu re to ensure compliance with Austel stan dards when the co[...]

User ’s Manual xiv TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 ■ Some parameters required fo r compliance with T elecom’s PTC S pecifications are dependent on th e equipment (PC) associ ate d with this modem. The associated equipm en t shall be set to operate within the following limits for complianc e with T elecom S pecifications: a/ The[...]

User ’s Manual xv TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 ■ The transmit level from this device is set at a fixe d level and because o f this there may be circumstances where the performance is less than optimal. Before rep orting such occurrences a s faults, please check the line with a standard T elepermitted telephone, and only report[...]

User ’s Manual xvi TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Following information is only valid for EU-mem ber S t ates: Disposal of product s Disposal of batteries a nd/o r accumulators Disposing of the computer and the computer's batteries ■ Discard this compu ter in acco rdance with appli cable laws and regulations. For further in[...]

User ’s Manual xvii TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Optical disc drive safety instructions TEAC DVD-ROM drive DV -28S Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this secti on. ■ The DVD-ROM drive model employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this pro duct, please read thi s instruction manual care fully[...]

User ’s Manual xviii TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 TEAC DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive DW-224S ■ The DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive m odel employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this product, please read this instructio n manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an [...]

User ’s Manual xix TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 TEAC DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording DV -W28S ■ The DVD Super Multi drive model employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this pro duct, please read this instruction ma nual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, co[...]

User ’s Manual xx TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Panasonic Commu nications DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording UJ870 ■ The DVD Super Multi drive model employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this pro duct, please read this instruction ma nual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever requir[...]

User ’s Manual xxi TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 International precautions CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT .” T o use this model properly , read the instruction manual carefully a nd keep this manual for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model[...]

User ’s Manual xxii TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråini ng överstigande gränsen för laserkl ass 1. V AROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaarallist a lasersäteilyä. CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR A[...]

User ’s Manual xxiii Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TECRA A10/S1 0/P1 0/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Series comp ut er . This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability , includes multimedia functionality , and is designed to provide years of reliable, hig h-performance computing. This manual tel ls how to[...]

User ’s Manual xxiv TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Icons Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer . The indicator pane l al so us es icons to iden ti fy th e co mponent s it is providi n g in formation on. Keys The keyboard keys are used in th e te xt to describe many computer operations. A distincti ve typefa[...]

User ’s Manual xxv TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 T erminology This term is defined in this document as follows: Star t The word " Sta rt " refers to the " " button in Micros oft ® Windows Vista ® . HDD or Hard disk drive Some models are equipped with a "Soli d St ate Drive (SSD)" instead of a hard [...]

User ’s Manual xxvi General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety , minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability . Ho we ver, certain 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 to note the caution[...]

User ’s Manual xxvii TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 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 yo u are us ing, such as a printer . Leave enough space around the comput er and o ther equipment to provide adequate venti lation. Other wise[...]

User ’s Manual xxviii TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 Pressure or imp act damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the com puter or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer's compone nts or otherwise cause it to malfuncti on. PC Card overheating Some PC Cards can become hot during prolo nged use whi[...]

User ’s Manual 1-1 Chapter 1 Getting S t arted This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic info rmation to start using your computer . Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your comp uter , taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use. Hardware Check to make sure you have al l the following items: ■ TECRA A10/S1[...]

User ’s Manual 1-2 Getting S tarted Sof tware The following Wi ndo ws ® operating system and uti lity sof tware are pre- installed. ■ Microsoft Windows V ista ■ TOSHIBA V alue Added Package ■ Recovery Disc Creator ■ DVD Video Player ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility ■ CD/DVD Drive Acousti c Silencer ■[...]

User ’s Manual 1-3 Getting S tarted Getting St arted This section 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 tarting up for the first time ■ T urning off the power ■ Resta r ti n g th e co mp ut er ■ System Re[...]

User ’s Manual 1-4 Getting S tarted Connecting the A C ada ptor 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 sou[...]

User ’s Manual 1-5 Getting S tarted 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor . Figure 1-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adap tor (2-pin plug) Figure 1-2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adap tor (3-pin plug) 2. Connect the AC adaptor ’s DC output plug to the DC IN 15V jack on the back of the computer . Figure 1-3 Connecting the DC o[...]

User ’s Manual 1-6 Getting S tarted Opening the disp lay 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 [...]

User ’s Manual 1-7 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 Powe r-Up Modes fo r more information. 1. Open the display panel. 2. Press and hold the computer's pow[...]

User ’s Manual 1-8 Getting S tarted 3. Click Start . 4. Click the arrow bu tton ( ) located in the power manag ement buttons ( ) and select Shut Down from the menu. 5. T urn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer . Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, yo u are able to tu rn off the power without exiting from your software[...]

User ’s Manual 1-9 Getting S tarted 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 shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the S[...]

User ’s Manual 1-10 Getting S tarted When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer . Sleep Mode limitations Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions: ■ Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down. ■ Memory circuits are exposed to st atic electricity or electrica[...]

User ’s Manual 1-1 1 Getting S tarted S tarting Hibernation Mode T o enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below . 1. Click Start . 2. Click the arrow button ( ) in the power management buttons ( ) and select Hibernate from the menu. Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to ent er Hibernation Mode auto matically when you pr[...]

User ’s Manual 1-12 Getting S tarted Rest arting the com puter Certai n conditio ns require th at you reset the computer , for example if: ■ Y ou ch ange certain computer settings. ■ An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands. If you need to restart the computer , th ere are th ree ways this can be achieved: ?[...]

User ’s Manual 1-13 Getting S tarted System Recovery This section describes the creation of Recovery Discs and their use. 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 ei ther CD or DVD media by using t[...]

User ’s Manual 1-14 Getting S tarted Restoring the pre-in st alled sof tw are from the Reco very hard disk 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 har[...]

User ’s Manual 1-15 Getting S tarted Restoring the pre-inst alled sof tw are from your crea ted Re covery Discs If the pre-installed files are damaged , you are able to either use the Recovery Discs you have created or the hard disk drive recovery proce ss to restore the computer to the state it was in when you originally received it. T o perform[...]

User ’s Manual 2-1 Chapter 2 The Grand T our This chapter identifies the various co mponen ts of the computer - it is recommended that you beco me famili ar with each before you opera te the computer . Front with the display closed The following fig ure shows the computer ’ s front with its display panel in the closed position. Figure 2-1 Front[...]

User ’s Manual 2-2 The Grand T our Lef t side The following figure shows the comp uter ’s left side. Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer V olume control dial Use this dial to adjust the volume of the interna l stereo speaker and optional external stereo headphones (if connected). Move the V ol ume co ntrol dial to the right to increase the[...]

User ’s Manual 2-3 The Grand T our Wireless communication switch Slide this switch to the rig ht to turn off Wireless LAN, Bluetooth ™ and Wireless W AN functions. Slide it to the lef t to turn on the functions. Only some models ar e equipped with Bluetooth, Wireless LAN and Wireless WA N functions. ■ Do not use the Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi ® ) o[...]

User ’s Manual 2-4 The Grand T our Right side The following figure shows the computer ’ s right side. Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer PC Card slot This slot can accommodate a single T ype II, 16- bit or 32-bit (CardBus) PC Card device. PC Card eject button This button is used in order to remove a PC Ca rd from within the computer . Ke[...]

User ’s Manual 2-5 The Grand T our Keep foreign metal objects, such as scr ews, staples and paper clips, out of the USB connectors. Foreign metal ob jects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury . Please note that it is not possible to confir m the operation of all functi ons of all USB de[...]

User ’s Manual 2-6 The Grand T our Back The following figure shows the comp uter ’s back. Figure 2-4 The back of the computer DC IN 15V jack External monitor port LAN jack LAN active indicator (orange) Link indicat or (green) LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second,[...]

User ’s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our Underside The following figure shows the undersi de of the computer . Y ou shou ld ensure that the disp lay is closed befo re the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage. Figure 2-5 The underside of the computer Memory module slot Battery release latch Battery pac k Battery lock Notch Docking port No[...]

User ’s Manual 2-8 The Grand T our Memory module slot The memory module slot a llows for the installation, replacement and removal of additional memory modu le. Refer to the Additional memory module section in Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Op tions. Battery release latch Slide and hol d this latch in to its 'Unlock' position in ord[...]

User ’s Manual 2-9 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. Figure 2-6 The front of the computer with th e display panel open Display screen T ouch Pad control buttons TO[...]

User ’s Manual 2-10 The Grand T our Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with you r computer . Y ou can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenge r . Ca mera Assistant Sof t ware will help you to add variou s video effects to your video [...]

User ’s Manual 2-1 1 The Grand T our Stereo speakers The speakers emit sound generated by your software as well as audio alarms, such as low battery condition, generated by the system. Power button Press this button to turn the computer's power on and off. TOSHIBA Assist button Press this button to lau nch the program automatically . When po[...]

User ’s Manual 2-12 The Grand T our Indicators This section explains ind icator functions. System indica tors LED system indicators next to their resp ective icons, glow when specific computer operations are in progress. Figure 2-7 System indicators Bluetooth antenna Some computers in this series are eq uipped with a Bluetooth antenna. Wire les s[...]

User ’s Manual 2-13 The Grand T our Keyboard indicators The following figures show the position s of th e CAPS LOCK indicator and the keypad overlay indicators which show the following conditions: ■ When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows, the keyboard will produce capitals when any letter is typed. ■ When the Arrow Mode indicator glows, the keypa[...]

User ’s Manual 2-14 The Grand T our Figure 2-9 Keypad overla y indicators Optical disc drives The computer is installed with a D VD-ROM, DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW or DVD Super Multi drive. A Serial A T A interface controller is used for CD/DVD- ROM operation. When the computer is ac ce ssing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows. Some models are eq[...]

User ’s Manual 2-15 The Grand T our W r it able discs This section describes the types of writ able CD/DVD discs. Check the specifications of your d rive to see the types of discs it can write. Use TOSHIBA Disc Creator to write compact discs. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . CDs ■ CD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data can[...]

User ’s Manual 2-16 The Grand T our DVD-ROM dri ve The full-size DVD-ROM drive module lets you run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs witho ut using an adaptor. DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive The full-size DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive module lets you record data to rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15&[...]

User ’s Manual 2-17 The Grand T our AC adaptor The AC adaptor can automa ti cally adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz, enabling you to use this computer in almost all country/ region. The adaptor converts AC power to DC power and re duces the voltage supplied to this computer . T o recha[...]

User ’s Manual 3-1 Chapter 3 Hardware, Utilities and Options Hardware This section describes the hardware of your computer . The actual specifications ma y vary depending on the model you purchased. Processor CPU The computer is equipped with one of the following Intel ® processors. ■ Intel ® Core TM 2 Duo Processor , which incorporat es a 3M[...]

User ’s Manual 3-2 Hardware, Utilities and Options Memory Power Memory slots 512, 1,024 or 2,048MB memory modules can be installed in the computer's two memory slots for a maximum of 4,096MB system memory . This computer can be equipped with memory modules of a maximum size of 4,096MB. The actual amount of useabl e system memory will be less[...]

User ’s Manual 3-3 Hardware, Utilities and Options Disks RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real T ime Clock (RTC) and calendar . AC adaptor The AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries whe n they are low . It comes with a detachable power cord which will either have a 2-pin or 3-pin plug enclosure. As th[...]

User ’s Manual 3-4 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optical disc drive Display 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 . Legal Footnote (Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity) *5 For more information regarding Hard Disk Drive[...]

User ’s Manual 3-5 Hardware, Utilities and Options Sound Multimedia Communications Legal Footnote (Graphics Pr ocessor Unit ("GPU")) *7 For more information regarding the Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU"), please refer to the Legal Footn otes sectio n in Appendix I or click the *7 above. Sound syst e m The integrated sound syste[...]

User ’s Manual 3-6 Hardware, Utilities and Options Sp ecial features The following features are eithe r un ique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which ma ke the computer more con venient to use. Access each function using the following proce dures. *1 T o access the Power Options, click St ar t -> Control Pa nel -> System and M[...]

User ’s Manual 3-7 Hardware, Utilities and Options Display au tom a tic power off *1 This feature auto ma ti ca l l y cut s of f power to the computer's display panel when there is no keyboard input for a spe ci fi e d ti me , wi t h power being restored the next time a key is pressed. This can be specified in the Power Opti ons. HDD automat[...]

User ’s Manual 3-8 Hardware, Utilities and Options Heat dispersal *1 T o protect against overheating, the processor has an internal temperature sensor so that, if the computer's internal temperature rise s to a certain level, the cooling fan is turned on o r the processing speed is lowered. This can be specified in the Power Opti ons. TOSHIB[...]

User ’s Manual 3-9 Hardware, Utilities and Options T OSHIBA V alue Added Package This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre-installed on the computer . USB W akeup function This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the external devices connected to the USB ports. For example, if a mouse or USB keyboard is con[...]

User ’s Manual 3-10 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the icon size on th e Window s Desktop, or the zoom factor associated with specific supported applications. TOSHIBA PC Diagnost ic T ool The TO SHIBA PC Diagnostic T ool will display basic system configurati on information and [...]

User ’s Manual 3-1 1 Hardware, Utilities and Options 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. Fingerprint Utility This produ[...]

User ’s Manual 3-12 Hardware, Utilities and Options ■ Frame dropping, audio skipping or out of synch audio and video may occur during playback of some DVD Video titles. ■ Make sure to connect the computer's AC adaptor when pla ying a DVD Video. Power-saving features may interfere wi th smooth playback. Bluetooth St ack for Wind ows by T [...]

User ’s Manual 3-13 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA Disc Creator Y o u can cre ate CD's and DVD's in a number of formats including audio CD's that can be played on a standard CD player , and data CD's/DVD's which can store copie s of the files and fo lders on your computer's hard disk drive. This software can[...]

User ’s Manual 3-14 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility This utility is able to either enable or disable the USB Sleep and Charge function. Shows the positions of U SB ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function and displ ays the battery's remaining capacity . T o start this utility , click Star t -&[...]

User ’s Manual 3-15 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optional devices Optional devices can expand the computer's capabilities and its versatility . This section describes the connection or installation of the fo llowing devices: Cards/memory ■ PC Card ■ Smart Card ■ Bridge medi a slot ■ Secure Digital™ (SD) Card (SD me mory card, SD[...]

User ’s Manual 3-16 Hardware, Utilities and Options PC Card The computer is equi pped with a sin gle PC Card slot that ca n accommodate a T ype II format card. Any PC Card that meet s industry standards, either manufactured by TOSHIBA or another vendor , can be installed as the slot supports 16-bit PC Cards and 32-bit CardBus cards. For reference[...]

User ’s Manual 3-17 Hardware, Utilities and Options Removing a PC Card T o remove a PC Card, follow the steps as det ailed bel ow: 1. Open the Safely Remove Ha rdware icon on the Windows T askb ar . 2. Point to PC Card and click the left T ouch Pad control button. 3. Press the PC Card eject button to pa rtially extend it out of the computer . 4. [...]

User ’s Manual 3-18 Hardware, Utilities and Options Inserting a Smart Card The Smart Card slot is located on the left side of the computer . The Windows hot-install feature allows you to in sert a Smart Card while the computer is turned on. T o install a Smart Card, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Insert the Smart Card into th e Smart Card[...]

User ’s Manual 3-19 Hardware, Utilities and Options Removing a Smart Card T o remove a Smart Card, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Open the Safely Remove Ha rdware icon on the Windows T askb ar . 2. Point to Smart Card and click the left T ouch Pad control bu tton. 3. Grasp the Smart Card and remove it. Figure 3-4 Removing a Smart Card Bri[...]

User ’s Manual 3-20 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-5 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 pr[...]

User ’s Manual 3-21 Hardware, Utilities and Options ■ The maximum capacity of SD memo ry cards is 2GB. The maximum capacity of SDHC memory cards is 16GB. Memory media format New medi a cards are f ormatted accordin g 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 [...]

User ’s Manual 3-22 Hardware, Utilities and Options Memory card care ■ Set the write-protect switch to the lock position, if you do not want to record data. ■ Memory cards have a limited lifespan, so it is important to backup important data. ■ Do not write to a card if the battery p ower is low . Low power could affect writing accuracy . ?[...]

User ’s Manual 3-23 Hardware, Utilities and Options Remo vin g a me mory medi a The following instru ctions apply to all types of supported media device s. T o remove a memory media, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Open the Safely Remove Ha rdware icon on the Windows T askb ar . 2. Point to memory media and click the left T ouch Pad contro[...]

User ’s Manual 3-24 Hardware, Utilities and Options Additional mem ory modu le Y ou can install ad diti o n al mem ory into the computer in order to increase the amount of system memory that is availabl e. This section describes how to install and remove op tional memory modules. ■ Y ou shoul d place a mat beneath the co mputer in order to prev[...]

User ’s Manual 3-25 Hardware, Utilities and Options Point to note about memory module error If you install a memory module that is not compatible with the computer , the Power indicator will flashes (on for 0.5 seconds, off for 0.5 seconds) in the following ways; ■ If there is an error in only Slot A or no memory module is inserted in Slot A: r[...]

User ’s Manual 3-26 Hardware, Utilities and Options 6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it of f. Figure 3-8 Removing the memory module cover 7. Align the notch of the memory modul e with that of the memory slo t and gently insert the module in to the slot at about a 45 d egree angle before holding it down until the [...]

User ’s Manual 3-27 Hardware, Utilities and Options 8. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one scre w . Figure 3-10 Seating the memory module cover 9. Install the battery pa ck - refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Powe r-Up Modes, if required. 10. Turn your co mp ut er ov er . 1 1. Turn the co[...]

User ’s Manual 3-28 Hardware, Utilities and Options 5. Loosen the one screw securing the memory module cover in place - please note that this screw is attached to th e cover in order to prevent it from being lost. 6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it of f. 7. Push the latches away from the module in order to relea[...]

User ’s Manual 3-29 Hardware, Utilities and Options External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the external mo nitor port on the computer . T o connect a monitor , follow the steps as detailed below: Connecting the monitor cable 1. T urn the computer's power off. 2. Connect the monitor cable to the external monitor port [...]

User ’s Manual 3-30 Hardware, Utilities and Options USB FDD Kit The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1.44MB or 720KB floppy diskette and connects to one of the computer's USB ports. Figure 3-13 The USB floppy diskette drive Connecting the USB floppy diskette drive T o connect the drive, plug the floppy diskette drive’s USB c[...]

User ’s Manual 3-31 Hardware, Utilities and Options Disconnecting the USB fl oppy diskette drive When you have finished using the USB floppy diskette drive, you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it: 1. W ait for the Disk-In-Use Indicator light to go out to make sure all floppy diskette activity has stopped. 2. Click the Safel[...]

User ’s Manual 3-32 Hardware, Utilities and Options Disconnecting an eSA T A device When you have finished using an eSA T A device, you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it: 1. W ait for the i ndicator light of an eSA T A device to go out to make sure all activity has stopped. 2. Click the Safely Remove Hardwar e icon on the [...]

User ’s Manual 3-33 Hardware, Utilities and Options ■ If you are transferring data through an IEEE1394 hub, do not connect or disconnect other devices from the hub during data transfer . There is a likelihood that data will be damaged. Connect all de vices to the hub before you tu rn on the computer ’s power. ■ Y ou ma y not use any copyrig[...]

User ’s Manual 3-34 Hardware, Utilities and Options Disconnecting the i.LIN K (IEEE1394) cable T o disconnect the i.LINK (IEEE1394) c able, follow the steps as det ailed below: 1. Open the Safely Remove Ha rdware icon on the Windows T askb ar . 2. Point to i.LINK (IEEE1394) device and cl ick. 3. Disconnect th e cable from the comp uter then from [...]

User ’s Manual 3-35 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator In addition to the ports available on the computer , the TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator . The T OSHIBA Express Port Replicator connects directly to the docking interface on the underside of the computer. The AC adaptor connects the TO SHIBA Express Port Replicato[...]

User ’s Manual 3-36 Hardware, Utilities and Options Security lock A security locks enable you to ancho r your computer a desk or other heavy object in order to help prevent unautho rized removal or theft. The computer has a security lock slot on its right side into which you can attach one end of the security cab le, while the othe r end attaches[...]

User ’s Manual 3-37 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optional accessories Y ou are able to add a numb er of options and accessories in order to ma ke your computer even more powerful and convenient to use . For reference, the following list details some of the items that are avai labl e from your reseller or TOSHIBA dealer: DDR2-667 Memory Kit A 5[...]

User ’s Manual 4-1 Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer , highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it. T O SHIBA Dual Pointin g Device Some models are equip ped with a du al point system: a T ouch Pad and an AccuPoint pointing stick. Using the T ouch Pad T o use the T ouch Pad, [...]

User ’s Manual 4-2 Operating Basics Using the AccuPoi nt T o use the AccuPoint, simply push it with your fin ger tip in the direction you want to move the on-screen pointer. T wo buttons above the T ouch Pad work in the same way with the AccuPoint as they do with th e T ouch Pad. Refer to the Using the T ouch Pad section for details. Some models [...]

User ’s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics Replacing the cap The AccuPoint cap is an expendable item that sho uld be replaced after prolonged use. The spare AccuPoint ca p is supplied with the computer . 1. T o remove the AccuPoint cap, firmly pinch the cap and pull it straight up. Figure 4-2 Removing the AccuPoint cap 2. Position a new cap on the peg a[...]

User ’s Manual 4-4 Operating Basics How to Sw ipe your Finger Using the following steps when swiping fin gers for fingerprint registration or authentication will help to mi nimi ze authenticati on failures: Align the first joint of the fi nger to the center of the se nsor . Lightly tou ch the sensor and swipe finger levelly to wards you until the[...]

User ’s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics Point s to note abou t the Fingerprint Sensor Please be aware of the following consideratio ns when using the fingerprint sensor . A fail ure to follow these guidel i nes might result in damage to the sensor , se nsor fa ilure, fingerprint recogniti on problems or a lower fingerprint recognition success ra te. [...]

User ’s Manual 4-6 Operating Basics ■ Check the position and speed at which you swipe your fing er across the sensor - plea se refer to th e precedin g drawin g. ■ The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint. However , there may be instances where certain users are unabl e to register thei r finger[...]

User ’s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics 6. Register your fingerprint on the Fingerprint Image Capture screen. Let the computer read the finger to be registered 3 ti me s. An image of your fingerprint will be shown on the screen each time the fingerprin t is successfully read. Once the fingerprint is successfu lly read for the third time, th e message[...]

User ’s Manual 4-8 Operating Basics In use, please be aware of the follo win g limitations of the fingerprint sensor: ■ A warning message will be displayed when recognition is abnormal or recognition is not successful within a fixed duration . ■ The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint. However [...]

User ’s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics Fingerprint Pre-OS Au then tication General The fingerprint auth entication system can be used to replace the keyboard based password authentication system th at is used when the computer is turned on. If you do not want to use the fingerprint auth entication system for password authentication while bo oti ng u[...]

User ’s Manual 4-10 Operating Basics Fingerprint Single-Swipe Sign On Feature General This is a feature that allow s the user to complete the authentica tion for both the User/BIOS Password (and, if ap plicable, the HDD(Hard Disk Drive) Password) and logging onto Windows using only one fingerprint authentication when booting up. It is necessary t[...]

User ’s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics We b C a m e r a Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your compute r . Y ou can use it for video chatting or vide o conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger . Camera Assist ant Sof tware will help you to add variou s video effects to your[...]

User ’s Manual 4-12 Operating Basics Using the T O SHIBA Face Recognition TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verificati on library to verify the face data of users when they log in to Windows. The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like, which makes the login process easier . Disclaimer T oshiba does not guarantee that the fa[...]

User ’s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics ■ The Registratio n screen is d isplayed for a lo gged-in user whose face has not be en registered. ■ The Management screen is displayed for a logged-in user whose face has already been registered. 2. Click the Register face button in the Manageme nt screen. The Registration screen is displayed. ■ If you[...]

User ’s Manual 4-14 Operating Basics How to Dele te the Face Re cognition D at a Delete image data, account information, and personal record data created during registration. T o delete the Face Recognition Data, follow the steps as described below: 1. T o launch this utility , click Star t -> All Programs -> TOSH I BA -> Utilities ->[...]

User ’s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics 1:1 Mode Login screen 1. T urn on the computer . 2. The Select Tiles screen will be displaye d. 3. Select St art face recognition () . 4. The Select Account screen will be displayed. 5. Select the account, and click the arrow button. 6. " Please turn your face to the camera " will be displayed. 7. V [...]

User ’s Manual 4-16 Operating Basics Loading discs T o load CD/DVDs, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. When the computer ’s power is on, press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly . 2. Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully op ened. Figure 4-5 Pressing the eject button and pulling the disc tray open 3. Lay the CD/[...]

User ’s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics 4. Press gently at the center of the CD/DVD until you feel it click into place. The CD/DVD shou ld lie below the top of the spindl e, flush with the spindle base. 5. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place. Figure 4-7 Closing the CD/DVD disc tray Removing discs T o [...]

User ’s Manual 4-18 Operating Basics 2. The CD/DVD extends slightly over t he sides of the disc tra y so you can grasp it. Gently lift out the CD/DVD. Figure 4-8 Removing a CD/DVD 3. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place. How to rem ove CD/D V D when the disc tray w ill n ot open Pressing the eject b[...]

User ’s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics W riting CDs on DVD-ROM&CD- R/RW drives Depending on the type of drive installe d, you may be able to write CDs. The DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive lets you wr ite as well as read CD-ROMs. Observe the precaution s in this section to ensure the best pe rformance for writing CDs. For information on loa ding and u[...]

User ’s Manual 4-20 Operating Basics ■ Data deleted/erased from a CD-RW disc cannot be recovered. Y ou must check the content of the disc ca refully before you de lete it, taking care that, if multiple drives that can write dat a to discs are connected, you do not dele te data from th e w r on g on e. ■ When multiple drives that can write dat[...]

User ’s Manual 4-21 Operating Basics ■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including such items as a PC Card, SD/SDHC memory card, miniSD/microSD Card, Smart Card, Memory S tick/Memory S ti ck PRO/Memory Stick PRO Duo, xD picture card, MultiMediaCard, USB device, external monitor , i.LINK device, or an optical dig ital device. ■ Use [...]

User ’s Manual 4-22 Operating Basics Import ant message Before you write or rewrite to an y of the media supported by the DVD Super Multi Drive, please read and follow all of the setup and opera ting instructions in this section. If you fail to do so, you may find that the DVD Super Multi drive may not function properly , and you may fai l to wri[...]

User ’s Manual 4-23 Operating Basics DVD-R: DVD Sp ec i fications for Re cordab le Disc fo r General V ersion 2.0 T AIYO YUDEN Co.,Ltd. (for 8x and 16x speed media) MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L T D. (for 4x, 8x and 16x speed media) Hitachi Maxell,Ltd. (for 8x and 16x speed media) DVD-R (Dual Layer): MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L TD. (for 4x an[...]

User ’s Manual 4-24 Operating Basics ■ If the disc is poor in quality , or is dirty or damaged, wr iting or rewriting errors may be noted - ensure that you check a ll discs for dirt or damage before you use them. ■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW , DVD-RW , DVD+RW or DVD- RAM media will be affected by the quality of the disc itself and[...]

User ’s Manual 4-25 Operating Basics ■ Do not use any hard disk utilities, including thos e tha t are intended to enhance hard disk drive access speeds, as they may cause unstable operation and damage data. ■ CD-RW (Ultra S peed +) media should not be used as data may be lost or damaged. ■ Y ou sh oul d always write from the com puter'[...]

User ’s Manual 4-26 Operating Basics TOSHIBA Disc Creator Please be aware o f the follow ing limitations when you use the TOSHIBA Disc Creator: ■ DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator . ■ DVD Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator . ■ Y ou ca nno t use TOSHIBA Disc Creator's 'Audio CD for Car or Home C[...]

User ’s Manual 4-27 Operating Basics ■ Y ou ca nno t partially delete any data written to a CD-R W , DVD-RW or DVD+RW disc. Data V erification T o verify that data has been written or rewritten co rrectly to a data CD/DVD you should follow the steps below before you begin the write/rewri te process: 1. Display the setting dial og box by one of [...]

User ’s Manual 4-28 Operating Basics Floppy diskettes 1. S tore your floppy diskettes in the container they came in to p rotect them and keep them clean. If a floppy diske tte becomes dirty , clean it with a soft, lightly dampened cloth - do not use cleaning fluid. 2. Never open the shutter or touch the magnetic surface of your floppy diskette - [...]

User ’s Manual 4-29 Operating Basics Microphone Leve l Follow the steps below to change the microphone recording level. 1. Right click on the speaker icon on the T askbar , and select Re cording Devices from the sub menu. 2. Select Microphone , and click Properties . 3. On the Levels tab mo ve the Microphone slider to increase or decrease the mic[...]

User ’s Manual 4-30 Operating Basics Power Management The audio controller in your co mput er can be turned off when the audio function is not used. T o adjust the configuration of aud io power management, click the battery button . ■ When audio power manag ement is e nabled, the circle button at the upper left of the Power Manag ement is blue [...]

User ’s Manual 4-31 Operating Basics Modem This section describes how to connect and di sconnect the internal modem to and from a telepho ne jack. Region selectio n T elecommunication regulati ons vary from one re gion to another , so you will need to make sure the internal modem’s settings are correct fo r the region in which it will be used. [...]

User ’s Manual 4-32 Operating Basics 4. Select either a region from the regi on menu or a telephony lo cation from the sub-menu. ■ When you click a reg ion it becomes the modem's defaul t selection for any new dialling locations that are cre ated within the Wi ndows Control Panel (Phone and Modem Optio ns). ■ When you select a telephony [...]

User ’s Manual 4-33 Operating Basics Connecting the m od ular cable T o connect the modem's modular cable, follow the ste ps as detailed below: 1. Plug the end of the modular cable into the computer's modem jack. 2. Plug the other end of the modular cable into a te lephone jack. Figure 4-10 Connecting the internal modem ■ Connection t[...]

User ’s Manual 4-34 Operating Basics Disconnecting the m odular cable T o disconnect the modular cable, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Pinch the lever on the plug in the telepho ne ja ck and pull it out from within the co nne ctor . 2. Pinch the lever on the pl ug in the computer's modem jack and pull it out from within the computer [...]

User ’s Manual 4-35 Operating Basics Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN is compatible wit h other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence S pread S pectru m / Orthogonal Fre quency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE802.1 1 Wireless LAN standard. ■ Frequency Channel Sele ction of 5GHz for IEEE 8 02.1 1a or/and IEEE802.1 1[...]

User ’s Manual 4-36 Operating Basics Bluetooth wireless te chn ology Bluetooth wireless technology el imi nates the nee d for cables, such as desktop computers, between your PC and other electronic devices, example of printers and mobile phones. Y ou cannot use the co mputer's built-in Bluetooth functio ns and an external Bluetooth adaptor s[...]

User ’s Manual 4-37 Operating Basics Release Notes related to th e Bluetooth S tack for Wi ndows by TOSHIBA 1. Fax application software: Please be aware that there is some fax application software that you cannot use on this Bluetoo th St ack. 2. Multi-us er considerat io n s : On Windows Vista, the use of Bluetooth is not supported in a multi-us[...]

User ’s Manual 4-38 Operating Basics LAN The computer has built-in suppo rt for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second , 100BASE-TX) and Gigabit Ethernet LA N (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T). This section describes how to connect/disconn ect to a LAN. LAN cable types If you are using Gig[...]

User ’s Manual 4-39 Operating Basics 2. Plug one end of the cable into t he LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place. Figure 4-1 1 Connecting the LAN cable 3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hu b co nnector or router . Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor before using or configuring [...]

User ’s Manual 4-40 Operating Basics Computer Ha ndling This section explains computer han dling and maintenance. Cleaning the compu ter 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 the computer does [...]

User ’s Manual 4-41 Operating Basics ■ Never transport your computer with any cards in stalled - this may cause damage to either the computer and/o r the card resulting in prod uct failure. ■ Always use a suitable carry case when transporting th e computer . ■ When carrying your computer , be sure to hold it securely so that it does not fal[...]

User ’s Manual 4-42 Operating Basics TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties Y ou can change the TOSHIBA HDD Protection settings by using the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties 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[...]

User ’s Manual 4-43 Operating Basics 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 for 10 seconds. TOSHIBA HDD Protection Message S pecify whether to display a message when TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active[...]

User ’s Manual 4-44 Operating Basics St arting the USB Slee p an d Charge U tility T o start the utility , click Sta rt -> All Programs -> TO SH IB A -> Utilities -> USB Sleep and Charge . ■ When "USB Sleep and Charge func ti on" is set to [Enabled], USB bus power (DC5V) will be supplied to compatible ports even when the p[...]

User ’s Manual 4-45 Operating Basics Enabling USB Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable and disab le th e USB Sleep and Charge function in groups. USB Sleep and Charge compatible USB ports are assigned to each group. Check the check boxes for each group to enabl e the USB Sleep and Charge function for the USB ports assigned to that [...]

User ’s Manual 5-1 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 wil l depend on which country/region your co[...]

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 pr essed and , when used in combinatio[...]

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 Sleep : Pressing FN + F3 switches the system to Sleep Mode. Hibernate : Pressing FN + F4 switches the system to Hibernation Mode. Output : Pressing FN + F5 changes the active display devi ce. Brightness Down : Pressing FN + F6 decreases the computer's display panel brightness in individual steps. Brightness Up[...]

User ’s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard Zoom: Pressing FN + Sp ace changes the display resoluti on. 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[...]

User ’s Manual 5-6 The Keyboard Keyp ad overlay Y our computer 's keyboa rd 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 o n) While using the overlay , yo u can te mporarily access the normal keyboard functions without having to turn the overlay off: 1. Hold down FN key and press any other key - this key will operate as if the overlay were off. 2. T ype upp er-case characters by holding do[...]

User ’s Manual 6-1 Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes The computer's p ower resources in clude the AC ad aptor , battery pack and any internal batteries. This chapter provides details on making the most effective use of the se resources , and includ es informati on on charging and changing batteri es, tips for saving ba ttery power , and inf[...]

User ’s Manual 6-2 Power and Power-Up Modes T able 6-1 Pow er conditions continued Monitoring of power condition As shown in the below table, the Battery , DC IN and Power in dicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer ’s operating capability and battery charge status. Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine th[...]

User ’s Manual 6-3 Power and Power-Up Modes DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine t he po wer 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 no t[...]

User ’s Manual 6-4 Power and Power-Up Modes Extended Capacity Battery Pack (Included with some models, or option) The Extended Capacity Battery Pack is included w ith some model s, or can be purchased separately as an optional accessory . High Capacity Battery Pa ck (Inc luded with some models, or option) The High Capacity Battery Pack is include[...]

User ’s Manual 6-5 Power and Power-Up Modes Charging the batte ries When the power in the battery pack becomes low , the Battery indicator will flash orange to indicate that only a fe w minutes of batte ry 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 yo[...]

User ’s Manual 6-6 Power and Power-Up Modes Battery charging notice The battery may not begin charging immediately under the followin g conditions: ■ The battery is extremely hot or cold (if the battery is extremely hot, it might not charge at all). T o ensure the battery charges to its full capacity , you should charge it at room temperature o[...]

User ’s Manual 6-7 Power and Power-Up Modes 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 bright ness ■ System Sleep Mode ■ System Hibernation Mode ■ Display power off period[...]

User ’s Manual 6-8 Power and Power-Up Modes ■ If you have extra battery p acks, rotate their use. ■ If you will not be using the system for an extended period, for example for more than one month, remove th e battery pack from the computer . ■ S tore spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Replacing the b attery p ac[...]

User ’s Manual 6-9 Power and Power-Up Modes 6. Slide and hold the battery release latch (2 ) to disengage the battery pack and then remove it from the computer (3). Figure 6-1 Releasing the battery pack Installing the battery pack T o install a battery pack, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Insert the battery pack as far as it will go into [...]

User ’s Manual 6-10 Power and Power-Up Modes T OSH IB A Pass word U tility The TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two levels of p assword security: User and Supervisor . User Password T o start the utility , point to or click the following items: St art -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Uti lities ->Password Utility The User Password dialo[...]

User ’s Manual 6-1 1 Power and Power-Up Modes ■ Change (button) Click this button to change a registered password. Before you can change a password, you must first enter the current password correctly or insert a proper token. Please use BIOS Setup to change or delete the HDD Passwords or to set the HDD Master Password. ■ Owner String (text b[...]

User ’s Manual 6-12 Power and Power-Up Modes Supervi sor Pas sword If you set a Supervisor Password, some functions might be restricted when a user logs on with the User Passw ord. T o set a Supervisor Password, execute the file TOSPU.EXE. The file is located at: C:Program FilesToshibaP asswordUtilityTOSPU.exe This utility lets you do the fol[...]

User ’s Manual 6-13 Power and Power-Up Modes Power-up modes The computer has three differ ent power-up modes as follows: ■ Shut Down Mode : The computer will shut down without saving data - in view of this you must always save your work before you turn the computer of f. ■ Hibernation Mode : Data in memory will be save d to the hard disk driv[...]

User ’s Manual 7-1 Chapter 7 HW Setup This chapter explains how to use the TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer , and provides information on settings for various functions. Accessing HW Set u p T o run the HW Setup program, cl ick Start -> All Programs -> TO SH IB A -> Utilities -> HWSetup . HW Setup window The HW Setu[...]

User ’s Manual 7-2 HW Setu p General This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons : Default and About . Setup This field displays the installed BIOS version and date. Display This tab lets you customize your computer’s display settings for either the internal display or an external monitor . Power On Display This tab allows yo[...]

User ’s Manual 7-3 HW Setu p Boot Priority Boot Priority O ptions This tab allows you to select the pr iority for booting the computer - the following settings are available: Y ou can o verride the settings and manually select a boot device by pressing one of the following keys while the compute r is booting: * 1 The floppy diskette drive will be[...]

User ’s Manual 7-4 HW Setu p T o change the boot drive, follow the steps below . 1. Hold down F12 and boot the computer . 2. The following menu will be displaye d with th e following icons: Built-in hard disk drive, CD-ROM, FDD (or SD memory card), Network (LAN), USB Memory boot. 3. Use the left/right cursor keys to highlight th e boot device you[...]

User ’s Manual 7-5 HW Setu p USB Memory BIOS Support T ype This option allows you to set the type of the USB memory to be used as a startup device. Keyboard Wa ke -up on Keyb oard When this feature is enabl ed, and the co mputer is in Slee p Mode, you can turn on the system by pressing any ke y . However , ple ase be aware that this option will o[...]

User ’s Manual 7-6 HW Setu p CPU This function allows yo u to set the processor's operating mode. Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode This option allows you to configure the power saving modes associated with the processor - the following settings are availabl e: LAN Wake-up on LAN This feature lets the computer ’s power be turned on when it receiv[...]

User ’s Manual 7-7 HW Setu p Built-in LA N This feature enables or disables th e Built-in LAN. Device Config Device Configuratio n This option allows you to set how th e computer's hardware devic es will be configured. USB USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulat ion Y ou can use this opti on to enable or disable USB keyboard/mou se legacy emulation so th[...]

User ’s Manual 8-1 Chapter 8 T roubleshooting TOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability , ho wever, should problems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed in this chapter to help determi ne the cause. All users should become familiar with this chapter as knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems fr om occurring in [...]

User ’s Manual 8-2 T roubleshooting ■ Before you attach an external device yo u should first turn the computer off, then when you turn the computer back on again it will recognize the new device. ■ Make sure all optional accessories are configured properly in the computer's setup program and tha t al l require d driver software has been [...]

User ’s Manual 8-3 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: Software The problems may be caused by your sof tware or disk. If you cannot load a software package, the media may be damaged or the pr[...]

User ’s Manual 8-4 T roubleshooting System start- up When the computer does not start pr op erly , check the following items: ■ Self T est ■ Power Sources ■ Power-on Password Self test While booting up the computer , self te st is executed aut omatically and the TOSHIBA logo is displayed on the screen. This message remains on the screen for[...]

User ’s Manual 8-5 T roubleshooting Overheating power down If the processor's temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting, the computer will automa tically shuts down to prevent any damage - in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost. AC power If you have trouble turning on the comp u ter with the AC adap[...]

User ’s Manual 8-6 T roubleshooting Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery , you should check the status of the DC IN indicator as well as the Battery indicator . Please refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for more information on these indicators, together with general battery operation. Problem Procedure Battery doesn’t pow[...]

User ’s Manual 8-7 T roubleshooting Real Time Clock Password Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by the setup and conf iguratio n of the computer - please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard for further information. Problem Pro cedure The following message is Displayed on the screen: RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent. Press [F[...]

User ’s Manual 8-8 T roubleshooting Internal display p anel Apparent computer's display pane l problems may be related to the computer's setup and configuration - please refer to Chapter 7, HW Setu p , for further information. Hard disk drive Problem Pro cedure No display Press the FN + F5 hot keys to adjust the display priority , and t[...]

User ’s Manual 8-9 T roubleshooting DVD-ROM dri ve For more inform ation, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Slow performance The files on the hard disk drive may be fragmented - in this instance you should run the disk Defragmentation utili ty to check the condition of your files and the hard disk drive. Please refer to the operating system&[...]

User ’s Manual 8-10 T roubleshooting DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive For more inform ation, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Check the type of CD/D VD you are using. The drive supports: DVD-ROM: DVD-ROM, DVD-Video CD - RO M : CD-DA, CD-T ext, Photo CD (single/multi-session), CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2, CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2), Enhanced CD (CD-[...]

User ’s Manual 8-1 1 T roubleshooting Check the type of CD/D VD you are using. The drive supports: DVD-ROM: DVD-ROM, DVD-Video CD - RO M : CD-DA, CD-T ext, Photo CD (single/multi-session), CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2, CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2), Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA), Addressing Method 2 Recordable CD: CD-R, CD -R W Check the re gion code on the [...]

User ’s Manual 8-12 T roubleshooting DVD Supe r Multi drive For more inform ation, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Problem Pro cedure Y ou cannot access a CD/DVD in the drive Make sure the drive’s disc tray is securely closed. Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the disc tray and make sure the CD/DVD is properly seated. It shou[...]

User ’s Manual 8-13 T roubleshooting USB floppy diskette drive For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . PC Card For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . Problem Pro cedure Drive does not operate Check the co nnection between the computer and the drive to ens[...]

User ’s Manual 8-14 T roubleshooting SD/SDHC Card For further information, plea se refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utiliti es and Options . Smart Card For further information, plea se refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utiliti es and Options . Problem Procedure SD/SDHC Card error occurs Remove the SD/SDHC Card from the computer and then reinsert it in o[...]

User ’s Manual 8-15 T roubleshooting Memory S t ick For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . xD picture card For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . Problem Pro cedure Memory S tick/Memory S tick PRO/Memory S tick PRO Duo error occurs Remove the Memory S ti[...]

User ’s Manual 8-16 T roubleshooting MultiMediaC ard For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . Dual Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse, you should also refer to both the USB device section in this chapter , and the documentation supplied with your mouse. T ouch Pad/AccuPoint Problem Pro cedure[...]

User ’s Manual 8-17 T roubleshooting The on-screen pointe r moves too fast or too slow In this instance, you should initially try changing the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility . 1. T o access this utilit y , click St art -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Mous e icon. 2. Within the Mouse Properties window , click the[...]

User ’s Manual 8-18 T roubleshooting USB mouse Problem Procedure On-screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation In this inst ance the system might be busy - T ry moving the mouse again after waiting a short while. Remove the mouse from the comp uter and then reconnect it to a free USB port it in order to ensure it is firmly attached. Doubl[...]

User ’s Manual 8-19 T roubleshooting Fingerprint Sensor Problem Pro cedure Readin g of the fingerprint was not successful. In this instance you should try the fingerprint reading operation agai n using the correct finger position - plea se refer to Using the Fingerprint Sensor in Chapter 4, Operating Basics for further information. Alternativ el [...]

User ’s Manual 8-20 T roubleshooting USB device In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with yo ur USB device. USB Sleep and Charge function For more informa tion and settings, please refer to the Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics. Problem[...]

User ’s Manual 8-21 T roubleshooting Some external devices may not be able to use the "USB Sleep and Charge function". In this case, please try one or more of the following methods. ■ Change a mode setting of [Enabled ]. ■ T urn OFF the computer while external devices are connected. ■ Connect external de vices after turning OFF of[...]

User ’s Manual 8-22 T roubleshooting eSA T A device In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with your e SA T A device. Problem Pro cedure eSA T A device does not work Remove the eSA T A device from the computer and then reconnect it to a free port it in order to ensure it is firmly attached[...]

User ’s Manual 8-23 T roubleshooting Additional mem ory modu le Please also refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options , for further information on installing and removing memory modules. Problem Procedure If there is a memory malfunction, the Power indicator will repeatedly flash (on for 0.5 seconds, off for 0.5 seconds) in the followin[...]

User ’s Manual 8-24 T roubleshooting Sound system In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with your a udio device. Problem Pro cedure No sound is heard Adjust the volume control dial. T o increase the volume move the volume control dial to the rig ht, and to decrease it move the volume cont[...]

User ’s Manual 8-25 T roubleshooting V olume control dial External monitor Please also refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options , and to the documentation supplied with your monitor for further information. Problem Pro cedure No sound is heard Adjust the volume control dial . T o increase the volume move the volume control dial to the [...]

User ’s Manual 8-26 T roubleshooting i.LINK (IEEE1394) devi ce Modem When the display panel and an external monitor are set to clone mode and they are turn ed off by the timer , the display panel or the external monitor may not display when turned on again. If this occurs, press FN + F5 to re-set the display panel and external monitor to clone mo[...]

User ’s Manual 8-27 T roubleshooting LAN Y ou place a ca ll, but a connection can’t be made Make sure that the settings are correct within your communication application. After making a call you can’t hear a ring Ensure that the communication application 's tone or pule dialling selection feature is set correctly . Communication is cut o[...]

User ’s Manual 8-28 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 further information on Bluetooth wire less commu nication, please refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Pro[...]

User ’s Manual 8-29 T roubleshooting Recover y Discs T OSHIBA sup port If you require any additional help using your compu te r 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[...]

User ’s Manual 8-30 T roubleshooting Where t o writ e If you are still unable to solve the prob lem and suspect that it is hardware related, write to TOSHIBA at the nearest location listed below: Outside of Europe In Europe Australia TOSHIBA Australia Pty . Ltd. Information Systems Division Building C, 12-24 T alavera Rd, North Ryde, 21 13, NSW ,[...]

User ’s Manual A-1 Appendix A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the computer ’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Refer to User Informati on Guide about Size. Environmental Requirements Conditions Ambient temperature Relative humidity Operating 5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F) 20% to 80% (noncondensing) Non-operating -20°C (-4?[...]

User ’s Manual A-2 S pecifications Power Requirements Built-in Mod em AC adaptor 100-240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz (cycles per second) Computer 15 V DC 5.0 amperes This information is appl icable to the models equipped with a built-in modem. Network control unit (NCU) T ype of NCU AA T ype of l ine T elephone line (an alog only) T ype of dialing Pu[...]

User ’s Manual A-3 S pecifications Communication speed Data transmission and rece ption 300/1200/2400/4800/7200 /9 600/12000/14400 /16 800/19200/21600/24000 /26400/28800/3 1200/33 600 bps Data reception only with V .90 28000/29333/30666/320 00/33333/34666/36000/ 37333/38666/40000/413 33/42666/44000/45333/ 46666/48000/49333/506 66/52000/53333/5466[...]

User ’s Manual B-1 Appendix B Display Controller and V ideo mode Display controller The display controller in te rprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular parts on the screen on or of f. The display controller al so controls the video mode and uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum [...]

User ’s Manual C-1 Appendix C Wireless LAN This appendix is intended to hel p you get your Wirel ess LAN netw ork up and running, with a mi nimum of parameters. Card S pecifications Form Factor PCI Express Mini Card Compati bility ■ IEEE 802.1 1 S tandard for Wireless LANs ■ Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance. The ‘Wi[...]

User ’s Manual C-2 Wireless LAN Radio Characteristics Radio Charact er ist i cs of Wire le ss LAN modu l e ma y vary acc ordi n g to : ■ Country/region where the product was purcha sed ■ T ype of pro duct Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations. Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been design ed [...]

User ’s Manual C-3 Wireless LAN Supported Freque ncy Sub-bands Subject to the radio regulatio ns that apply in the countries/regions, your Wireless LAN module may support a different set of 5 GHz/2.4 GHz channels. Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for information about the radio regulations that app ly in the countries/[...]

User ’s Manual C-4 Wireless LAN ■ For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN Infrastructure, the Wireless LAN module will automatically start operation at the ch annel identified by the Wireless LAN Ac cess Point. When roamin g between different access points the station can dynamically switch to another channel if requ ired. ■ For W[...]

User ’s Manual C-5 Wireless LAN *1 Factory-set default channels *2 The channel which can be used depends on th e installed wireless LAN module. And the approved channels on us ing are different at each country or region. When using thes e channels in any country or region, refer to the addendum sheet which is Approved Coun tries/Regions for use .[...]

User ’s Manual D-1 Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA ar e designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless te chnology that is based on F requency Hopping S pread S pectrum (FHSS) radio technology , a nd is compliant to: ■ Bluetooth S pecification V er . 2.1+EDR, as def[...]

User ’s Manual D-2 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth w ireless techno logy and your Health The products with Bluetooth wireless te chnology , like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy . The level of energy emitted by devices with Blu etooth wireless technology howeve r is far much less than the e[...]

User ’s Manual D-3 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This equipment has been tested and fo und to comply with th e limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide re asonable protecti on against harmful interference in a residentia[...]

User ’s Manual D-4 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Ta i w a n Using Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA equipment in Jap an In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 - 2,483.5 MHz for second generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification syste m s (premises radio sta[...]

User ’s Manual D-5 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability 2. Indication The indication shown below appe ars on this equipment. (1) 2.4 : This equip ment uses a frequency of 2 .4 GHz. (2) FH : This equipment uses FH-SS modulation. (3) 1: The interference range of this equi pment is less than 10 m. (4) This equipment uses a frequen cy bandw[...]

User ’s Manual E-1 Appendix E 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: Certification agencies Length: Minimum 1.7 meters Wire siz[...]

User ’s Manual E-2 AC Power Cord and Connectors In Europe, two conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F or H03VVH2-F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VV - F . For the United S tates and Canada, two pin plug configuration must be a 2- 15P (250V) or 1-15P (125V) and three pin plug configuration mu st be 6- 15P (250V[...]

User ’s Manual F-1 Appendix F T OSHIB A Anti-thef t Protection T imer This feature al l ows yo u to set up a ti mer -activated BIOS p assword that will prevent unauthorised system a ccess in the event of theft. When the time limit is exceeded, you a re required to provi de the Password or fingerprint authentication for t he BIOS and Ha rd Disk Dr[...]

User ’s Manual G-1 Appendix G 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 related devices, logging [...]

User ’s Manual G-2 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify T oshiba's obligations under its standard limited warranty in any way . T oshiba's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply . St arting the TOSHIBA PC Health Mo nitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be started usi[...]

User ’s Manual G-3 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 2. If the " It is possible that the PC coo ling performance has decreased. Please clean the cooling module according to the instructions in your P C User's Guide. " message is displa yed after running the "TOSHIBA Cooling Performance Diagnostic T ool", the cooling mod ule requi[...]

User ’s Manual G-4 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 5. Using a thin-tipped tool, push on the hol e in th e edge of the Cooling module cover and slide it in the direction of the arrow to remove. Figure G-1 Removing the cooling module cover 6. Lift the plastic film and clean the cooling module using a vacuum cleaner or other cleaning tool. Figure G-2 Lift[...]

User ’s Manual H-1 Appendix H Legal Footnotes This chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. In the text in this manu al, *XX is used to show which Legal Footnotes description is related to TOSHIBA computers. Description(s) rel a te d to th is co mp ut er ar e marked with a blue *XX in thi s manual. Clicking [...]

User ’s Manual H-2 Legal Footnotes ■ use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5°C to 30°C (41°F to 86°F) or >25°C (77°F) at high alti tude (all temperature references are approxi mate and may vary depending on the sp ecific computer model - plea s e re fe r to your com puter documen t ation or visit the T oshiba website at [...]

User ’s Manual H-3 Legal Footnotes Battery Life *4 Battery life may vary considerably depend ing on product model, configuration, applications, power ma nagement settings and features utilized, as well as the natural perf ormance variations produced by the design of indi vidual compone nts. Pu blished battery life numbers are achieved on select m[...]

User ’s Manual H-4 Legal Footnotes Wireless LAN *8 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 design and software/hardware configurati ons. The actual transmission s[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-1 Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topi cs related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. Abbreviations AC: Alternating current ACPI: Advanced Configuration and Power Interface AMT : Intel Active Management T echnology ASCII: American S tandard Code for Information Interchange BIOS: basic inp[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-2 Glossary IEEE: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IMSM: Intel Matrix S torage Manager I/O: input/ output IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LAN: local area network LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode MB: megabyte MMC: multi media card OCR: optica l character recognition (reader) PC: per[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-3 Glossary adaptor: A device tha t provides a compatible connection between two units. For example, the computer ’s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen. An adapter can take a number of forms, from a microprocessor to a simple connector: An intellige[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-4 Glossary boot: Short for bootstrap. A program that starts or restarts the computer . The program reads instructions from a storage device into the computer ’s memory . boot dis k: See system disk. bootable disk: See system disk. bps: Bits per second. T ypically used to describ e the data transmission speed of a modem.[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-5 Glossary CMOS: Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor . An electronic circuit fabricated on a silicon wafer that req uires very little power . Integrated circuits implemented in CMOS technology can be tightly packaged and are highly reliable. cold start: S tarting a computer that is currently off (turning on the power)[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-6 Glossary default: The parameter value automatically selected by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions. Also called a preset value. delete: T o remove data from a disk or other data storage device. Synonymous with erase. device driver: A program (called a "dri ver") that permits a compu[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-7 Glossary E echo: T o send ba ck a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device. Y ou can display th e information on the screen, or output it to the printer , or both. When a computer rece ives back data it transmitted to a CRT (or other peri pheral device) an d then transmits the dat a to printer , the prin[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-8 Glossary G gigabyte (GB): A unit of data storage equal to 102 4 megabytes. Se e also megabyte. graphics: Drawings, pictures, or other images, such as charts or graphs, to present information. H hard disk: A storage device composed of a ri gid platter or pla tters that can be magnetically coded with data. Hard disks hold[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-9 Glossary interface: 1) Hardware and/or software components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another . 2) T o physically connect one system or device to another to exchange information. 3) The point of contact between user , the co mputer , an d the program, for example, the keyboard or a [...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-10 Glossary megabyte (MB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes. See also kilobyte. megahertz: A unit of wave frequency that equals 1 million cycles per second. See also hertz. memory: T y pi cally refers to the computer ’s main memory , where programs are run and data is tem porarily stored and processe d. Mem[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-1 1 Glossary O OCR: Optical Character Reco gnition (reader). A technique or device th at uses laser or visible light to iden tify characters and input them into a storage device. online state: A functional st ate of a peripheral device when it is ready to receive or transmit data. operating system: A group of programs that[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-12 Glossary port: The electrical connectio n th rough which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers. Power Saver: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the pa rameters for various power-saving functions. program: A set of i nstructions a computer can execute that e nables it to achieve a d[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary SD/SDHC Card: Secure Digital cards are flash memory widely used in a variety of digital devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assist ants. serial: Processes that occur one at a ti me . In communications, it means the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single channel. On your co[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-14 Glossary volatile memory: Ran dom access memory (RAM) that stores information as long as power is supplied to the compute r . W warm start: Rest arting or resetting a co mputer with out turning it off. Wi-F i: A registered trademark term of th e Wi-Fi Alliance th at stands for Wireless Fidelity , and is another term for[...]

User ’s Manual Index-1 Index A AC adaptor 3-3 additional 3-37 connecting 1-4 DC IN 15V jack 2-6 ASCII characters 5-7 B Battery charging 6-5 extending life 6 -7 indicator 2-12, 6-2 monitoring capacity 6-6 real time clock 3-3, 6-4 save mode 3-7 types 6-3 Battery pack 2-8, 3-2 additional 6-1 replacing 6-8 Bluetooth 3-6, 4-36 Bluetooth Stack for Wind[...]

User ’s Manual Index-2 TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 F Fingerprint Sensor location 2-9 problems 8-19 using 4-3 Floppy diskette care 4-28 FN + 1 (TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce) 5-5 FN + 2 (TOSHIBA Zoomi ng Utility e nlarge) 5-5 FN + Ente r 5-3 FN + ESC (Mute) 5-3 FN + F1 (Lock) 5-3 FN + F10 (Arrow mode) 5-3 FN + F11 (Numer ic mod[...]

User ’s Manual Index-3 TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 active indicator 2-6 cable types 4-38 connecting 4-38 disconnecting 4-39 jack 2-6 Link indicato r 2-6 problems 8-27 M Media care 4-27 Card care 3-21 CD/DVDs 4-27 Floppy diskettes 4-28 Memory card care 3-22 Memory 3-2 additional 3-37 installing 3-25 problems 8-23 removing 3-27 M[...]

User ’s Manual Index-4 TECRA A10/S10/P10/TECRA M10/Satellite Pro S300 USB mouse 8-18 Wireless LAN 8-28 xD picture card 8-15 Processor 3-1 R Recovery Discs 1-15 problems 8-29 Recovery hard disk drive 1-14 Restarting the computer 1-12 S SD/SDHC Card formatting 3-21 inserting 3-22 note 3-2 0 problems 8-14 removing 3-23 Security lock 3-36 location 2-[...]