Toshiba E200 manual

User ’ s Manual Satellite E200 Series[...]

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

User ’s Manual iii Satellite E2 00 Function butto n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 System indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 1 1 Keyboard indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Opt[...]

User ’s Manual iv Satellite E2 00 Soft keys: FN key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Keyp ad overlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Generating ASCII[...]

User ’s Manual v Satellite E2 00 Copyright © 2009 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior writ- ten permission of TOSHIBA. No pa tent liability is assume d, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. TOSHIBA Satellite E200 series Porta[...]

User ’s Manual vi Satellite E2 00 xD-Picture Card is a trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation. Other trademarks and registered trad emarks not listed above may be used in this manual. Safety instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help to protect yourself and your computer . When using your co mputer ■ Do not attempt to service the compu[...]

User ’s Manual vii Satellite E2 00 FCC information FCC notice “Declaration of Conformity Info rmation” 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 the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reas onable prot ection again st harmful interference in a resident[...]

User ’s Manual viii Satellite E2 00 EU Conformity S t atement This product and - if applicable - t he supplied accessories too are marked 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&TT E Directive 1999/[...]

User ’s Manual ix Satellite E2 00 Following Information Is Only V alid for EU-member S t ates Disposal of Products Disposal of Batteries an d/or Accumulato rs The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol in dicates that products must be collected and disp osed of separately from household wa ste. Integrated batteries and accumulators can be di sposed [...]

User ’s Manual x Satellite E2 00 ENERGY ST AR ® Program Y our Computer model may be ENERGY ST AR ® compliant. If the model you purc hased is compliant, it is labeled with the ENERGY ST AR logo on the computer and the following information applies. TOSHIBA is a partner in the ENERGY ST AR Program and has designed this computer to meet the latest[...]

User ’s Manual xi Satellite E2 00 Optical disc drive safety instruction s DVD Super Multi (±R DL) drive Hitachi-LG Data S tor age GA10F ■ The drive employs a la ser system. T o ensure proper use of this product, please read this manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require main tenance, co ntact an authorized [...]

User ’s Manual xii Satellite E2 00 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, please contact your nearest ?[...]

User ’s Manual xiii Satellite E2 00 OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråini ng överstigande gränsen för laserklass 1. V AROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaaralli sta lasersäteilyä. CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PRO[...]

User ’s Manual xiv Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Satellite E200 series computer . T his powerful, lightweight notebo ok computer is designed to pro- vide years of reliable , high-performance computing. This manual tells you how to set up and begi n using your Satellite E200 series computer . It also provides detailed inf[...]

User ’s Manual xv Satellite E2 00 Chapter 5, The Keyboard , describes special keyboard functions includ ing the keypad ov erlay and hot keys. Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes , gives deta ils on the comp uter’s power resources and battery save modes. Chapter 7, HW Setup , explains how to configur e the computer using the HW Setup progra m. I[...]

User ’s Manual xvi Satellite E2 00 Display Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention. Each type of message is identified a s shown below . T erminology This term is defined in this document as follows: ABC Names of windows or ico ns or text generated by the computer that appear on its di splay scre[...]

User ’s Manual xvii 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 cautio[...]

User ’s Manual xviii Satellite E2 00 ■ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlig ht. ■ Equipment that generates a stro ng electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other tha n speak ers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ■ Rapid changes in temperature or hu midity and source s of temperature change such as air conditioner v[...]

User ’s Manual xix Satellite E2 00 Instruction Manual for Safety an d Comfort All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is described in the enclosed Instru ction Manual for Safety and Comfort . Be sure to read it before using the computer .[...]

User ’s Manual 1-1 Chapter 1 Getting S t arted This chapter provides an equ ipment checklist, and basic informa tion to start using your computer . Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer . Save the box and packaging materials for future use. Hardware Check to make sure you have al l the following items: ■ Satellite E200 series Porta[...]

User ’s Manual 1-2 Getting S tarted Sof tware Windows 7 The following software is preinstalled: ■ Windows 7 ■ Bluetooth Driver (Can be used only for Bluetooth models) ■ Display Drivers for Windows ■ Fingerprint utility (Can be used onl y for Fingerprint utility models) ■ LAN Driver ■ Pointing Device Driver ■ Sound Driver for Windows[...]

User ’s Manual 1-3 Getting S tarted Getting St arted This chapter provides basic information to start using your computer . It covers the following topics: ■ Connecting the AC adapter ■ Opening the display ■ T urning on the power ■ S t arting up for the first time ■ T urning off the power ■ Resta rting the comp uter ■ System recover[...]

User ’s Manual 1-4 Getting S tarted ■ Always use the TOSHIBA AC adapter that was included with your computer or use AC adapters specif ied by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer . Use of an incompatible AC adapter could cause fire or damage to the compu ter possibly resulting in serious injury . TOSHIBA assumes no [...]

User ’s Manual 1-5 Getting S tarted 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter . Figure 1-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adap ter 2. Connect the AC adapter ’s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the right side of the computer . Figure 1-2 Connecting the adapter to the computer 3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet - the Bat[...]

User ’s Manual 1-6 Getting S tarted Figure 1-3 Opening the display panel T urning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power . 1. If the external diskette drive is conne cted, make sure it is empty . If a diskette is in the drive, press the eject button and remove the diskette. ■ When opening the panel, please be careful not t[...]

User ’s Manual 1-7 Getting S tarted 2. Open the di splay p anel. 3. Press and hold the computer ’s power button for two or thre e seconds. Figure 1-4 T urning on the po wer St arting up for the first time When you first turn on the power , the computer ’s initial screen is the Windows 7 S tartup Screen Logo. Follow the on-scre en directions. [...]

User ’s Manual 1-8 Getting S tarted Hibernation mode The hibernation feature saves the conten ts of memory to the hard disk when the comp uter is turned off. The next time the computer is turned on, the previous state is restored. The hibernation fe ature does not save the status of peripheral devices. Benefits of hiber nati on mode The hibernati[...]

User ’s Manual 1-9 Getting S tarted Data save in hibernation mode When you turn off the power in hibernation mode, the computer takes a moment to save current memory data to the hard disk. Du ring this time, the HDD/ODD/eSA T A indicator will light. After you turn of f the computer and memory is saved to the hard disk, tu rn off the power to any [...]

User ’s Manual 1-10 Getting S tarted Executing sleep mode Y ou can enter sleep mode in one of th ree ways: 1. Click Start , point to the arrow icon ( ), and then select Sleep from the menu. 2. Close the display panel. This feat ure must be enabled. Refer to the Power Options in the Control Panel. 3. Press the power button. This feature must be en[...]

User ’s Manual 1-1 1 Getting S tarted System recovery options A hidden partition is al located on the hard di sk drive for the system recovery options. This partition stores files whi ch can be used to rep air the system in the even t of a problem. System recove ry options The system recovery options feature is installed on the hard disk when shi[...]

User ’s Manual 1-12 Getting S tarted A recovery image of the software on your computer i s stored on the hard disk drive, and can be copied to either CD, DVD or USB Flash Memory by using the following steps: 1. Select either blank CD, DVD or USB Flash Memory . The application will allow you to choose from a variety of di fferent media onto which [...]

User ’s Manual 1-13 Getting S tarted 2. While holding down 0 (ze ro) key on the keyboard, turn on your com- puter . 3. A menu appears. Follow the on-scree n instructions. Restoring the preins t alled sof t ware from yo ur creating recove ry media If the pre-installed files are damaged , you are able to either use the Recovery Media you have creat[...]

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

User ’s Manual 2-2 The Grand T our Lef t side Figure 2-2 show s the computer’s lef t side. Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer Wire les s communication switch Slide this switch toward the right of the computer to turn on wireless communication. Sli de it toward the left of the computer to turn off the functions. Wireless LAN LED The wirele[...]

User ’s Manual 2-3 The Grand T our Be careful not to block the fan vent. Also be care ful to keep foreign objects out of the vents. A pin or simila r object can damage the comp uter ’s circuitry . Universa l serial bu s (USB 2.0) ports One universal serial bus (USB) po rts comply with USB Serial 2.0 standards, which enables data transfer speeds[...]

User ’s Manual 2-4 The Grand T our Right side Figure 2-3 show s the computer’s right side . Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer eSA T A/USB combo port One eSA T A/universal serial bus (USB) comb o port comply with USB 2.0 standards, which ena- bles data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1 standards. This combo port a lso enab[...]

User ’s Manual 2-5 The Grand T our Back side Figure 2-4 show s the computer’s back side. Figure 2-4 The computer ’s back side Bridge media card slot This slot allows you to easily transfer data from devices, such as digital camera and PDA, that use flash memory (Secure Digital(SD)/Secure Digital High Capacity(SDHC)/Memory S tick(MS)/Memory S [...]

User ’s Manual 2-6 The Grand T our Underside Figure 2-5 shows the u nderside of the computer . Make sure the display is closed before turning over your computer . Figure 2-5 The underside of the computer Security loc k slot A securi ty cable attaches to this slot. The optional securi ty cable anchors your comp uter to a desk or other large object[...]

User ’s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our Front with the display op en Figure 2-6 shows the front of the comp uter with the display open. T o open the display , li ft the display up and posi tion the displ ay at a comfortable viewing angle. Figure 2-6 The front with the display open Cooling vent s The cooling vents help keep the processor from overheati[...]

User ’s Manual 2-8 The Grand T our Built-in microphone Records monaural sounds into your applications. Display screen *5 The full-color LCD displays hi gh-contrast text and graphics. The computer's LCD is 14", 1366 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels. The comput er has a Thin -Film T ransistor (TFT) display . Refer to Appendix B, Display C[...]

User ’s Manual 2-9 The Grand T our Fingerprint sensor Just by swiping the finger ag ainst the fingerprint sensor , the following functions will be enabled (Provided with some models): ■ Logon to Windows and access a security- enabled homepage through IE (Internet Explorer). ■ Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted and third party access[...]

User ’s Manual 2-10 The Grand T our Function button Available for use: eco, Wireless Display , Illumina tion On/Off, CD/DVD Play/Pause, Mute, V olume up and down. These buttons allow you to manage a udio/video, run applications and access utilities. Refer to the Function button section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics for details. eco button Press [...]

User ’s Manual 2-1 1 The Grand T our System indicators Figure 2-7 shows the system indicators, which light when various computer operations are in progress. Figure 2-7 System indicators V olume up bu tton Press this button to increase the volume. V olume down button Press this button to d ecrease the vo lume. Bridge media card T he Bridge media c[...]

User ’s Manual 2-12 The Grand T our Keyboard indicators The figures below show the position of the CAPS LOCK indicator . When the CAPS LOCK indi cator glows th e keyboard is in all-caps mode. Figure 2-8 CAPS LOCK indicator When the F10 ke y indicator glows the keypad overlay le ts you control the cursor . When the F1 1 key indicator glows the key[...]

User ’s Manual 2-13 The Grand T our Figure 2-9 Keypad overla y indicators Optical disc drive The computer is equi pped with a DVD Super Multi (±R DL ) drive. When accessing a CD/DVD, an in dicator on the system glows. Region codes for DVD drives and m edia Optical disc drive and media are manufa ctured according to the specifications of six mark[...]

User ’s Manual 2-14 The Grand T our W rit able discs This section describes the types of writ able CD/DVD discs. Check the specifications for your drive to fo r the type 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 cann[...]

User ’s Manual 2-15 The Grand T our AC adapter The AC adapter converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to the computer . It can automatically adjust to any voltage from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz, enabli ng you to use the computer in almost any region. T o recharge the batte ry , simply conn[...]

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 *1 Built-in Y our computer i s equipped with on e processor and processor type varies depending on model. T o check which type of processor[...]

User ’s Manual 3-2 Hardware, Utilities and Options Memory *2 Disks Slots PC3-8500 or PC3-10600 1 GB , 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules are installed in the two memory slots of all models. Maximum system memory size and speed are depending on the model you pu rchased. Vi deo RAM *6 Depending on the model you purchased. Mobile Intel ® HM55 Express Chip[...]

User ’s Manual 3-3 Hardware, Utilities and Options DVD Super Multi (±R DL) drive Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD Super Multi (±R DL) drive module that a llows you to record data to rewrit able CD/DVDs as well as run CD/DVDs without using an adapter . It reads DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum 24 speed. It writes C[...]

User ’s Manual 3-4 Hardware, Utilities and Options Keyboard Pointing device Power Ports Built-in 86 keys or 87 keys, compatible with IBM ® enhanced keyboard, embedded numeric overlay , dedicated cursor control, and keys. See Chapter 5, The Keyboard , for de tails. Built-in A touchpad and control buttons in the palm rest enable control of the on-[...]

User ’s Manual 3-5 Hardware, Utilities and Options Slots Multime dia Communications Bridge media ca rd slot This slot allows you to easi ly transfer data from devices, such as digita l cameras and Personal Digital Assistant s, that use flash memory Secure Digital (SD)/Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)/ Memory S tick (MS)/Memory S tick Pro (MS P[...]

User ’s Manual 3-6 Hardware, Utilities and Options Security Sof tware Bluetooth Some computers in th is series are equipped with Bluetooth functions. Bluetooth TM wireless technology eliminates the need fo r cables between electronic devices such as computers and printers. Bluetooth TM provides fast, reliable, and secure wireless co mmunication i[...]

User ’s Manual 3-7 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 comp uter more convenient to use . To access the Power Options, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Security -> Power Options . Hot keys Key combinations a ll[...]

User ’s Manual 3-8 Hardware, Utilities and Options Low battery automatic hibernatio n mode When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cann ot be continued, th e system automatically enters hibernation and shuts down. This can be specified in the Power Options. Heat dispersal T o protect from overheating, the CPU has an i[...]

User ’s Manual 3-9 Hardware, Utilities and Options T OSHIBA V alue Added Package This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features preinstalled on the computer . USB Sleep and Charge func tion *8 This feature allows you to charge USB compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players via the USB port when your[...]

User ’s Manual 3-10 Hardware, Utilities and Options Utilities and applications This section describes preinstalled utilitie s and tells how to start them. For details on operation, refer to each ut ility’s online manual, help files or readme.txt files. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the icon size on th e Wi[...]

User ’s Manual 3-1 1 Hardware, Utilities and Options ■ Frame dropping, audio skip ping or out of synch audio and video may occur during playback of some DVD Video titles. ■ Make sure to connect the computer's AC adapte r when playing a DVD Video. Power -saveing features ma y interfere with smooth playback. ■ If you see the screen blink[...]

User ’s Manual 3-12 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA Face Recognition TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verification library to veri fy the face dat a of users when they log in to Windows. If the veri fication is successful, the user will be logged into Windows automatica lly . The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the l[...]

User ’s Manual 3-13 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optional Device Optional devices can expand the computer ’s capabilities and its versatility . The following optio nal devices are available from your TOSHIBA dealer: Cards/Memory ■ Memory cards: Secure Digita l(SD), Secure Digital High Capacity(SDHC), Memory S tick(MS), Memory S tick Pro(MS[...]

User ’s Manual 3-14 Hardware, Utilities and Options Power devices ■ Additional battery pack (6 cell) ■ Additional AC adapter Peripheral devices ■ USB FDD Kit ■ eSA T A ■ External monitor ■ HDMI Other ■ Security lock Bridge Media Slot The computer is equipped with a Bridge media slot that can accommodatesome kinds of memory media wit[...]

User ’s Manual 3-15 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-1 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 3-16 Hardware, Utilities and Options Memory Media Format New medi a cards ar e format ted accor ding 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[...]

User ’s Manual 3-17 Hardware, Utilities and Options About the Write-protect The following memory media ha ve a function for protect. ■ SD Card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card) ■ Memory S t ick (Memory S tick, Memory S tick PRO) Inserting a M emory Me dia The following instru ctions apply to all types of supported media device s. T o insert [...]

User ’s Manual 3-18 Hardware, Utilities and Options 1. In Windows 7, open the Safely Remove Hardwa re and Eje ct Media icon on the system tray and disabl e the inserted memory card. 2. Gently press the memory card inside the socket to eject it. 3. Grasp the card and remove it. Figure 3-3 Removing the inser ted memory card Additional battery p ack[...]

User ’s Manual 3-19 Hardware, Utilities and Options USB FDD Kit The 3 1/2" external FDD drive modul e can be conn ected to the USB port. eSA T A An eSA T A-equipped de vice can be connected to the eSA T A/USB combo port. External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer . The computer s[...]

User ’s Manual 3-20 Hardware, Utilities and Options 2. Plug the other end of the HDMI cabl e into the HDMI port on your computer . Figure 3-4 Connecting a HDMI cable Setting for display vide o on HDMI T o view video on the HDMI device, be sure to configure th e following settings otherwise you may find that nothing is displayed . Settings for aud[...]

User ’s Manual 3-21 Hardware, Utilities and Options Security lock A security lock enables you to anchor your computer to a desk or other heavy object to help prevent unauthorized removal of th e computer . Attach one end of a cable to the desk and the other end to the security lock slot on the left side of the computer . Figure 3-5 Security lock [...]

User ’s Manual 4-1 Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operation s including using the touchpad, optical disc drives, Audio/ Video controls, the web camera, the microphone, wireless communication an d LAN. It also provides tips on caring for your computer , diskettes and CD/DVD. Using the touchp ad Press T ouchpad O[...]

User ’s Manual 4-2 Operating Basics Figure 4-1 T ouchpad, ON/OFF button, control buttons and fingerpr int sensor T ouch Pad Gesture There are four convenient gestures th at make u sers operate the system easier and faster . ChiralMotion Y ou can scroll vertically and horizontal ly . T o enable these features, se lect the Enable vertical scrolling[...]

User ’s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics Rot ating (ChiralRot ate) The Rotating features provide convenie nt gestures for rotating photos and other objects. Momentum The Momentum feature del ivers smooth , fast, trackball-l ike mouse movement. One quick flick of the finge r on the T ouchPad surface can mo ve the cursor across the entire comput er scre[...]

User ’s Manual 4-4 Operating Basics How to swipe yo ur 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 sensor. Lightly touch the sensor and swipe finger levelly to wards you until the se[...]

User ’s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics Observe the following before you place your finger on the sen sor whether for fingerprint enro llment/registration or reco gnition. ■ W ash and dry your hands thoroughly . ■ Remove static electricity from y our fingers by touching any metal surface. S t atic electricity is a common cau se of sensor failures[...]

User ’s Manual 4-6 Operating Basics ■ Please also refer to the fingerprint utility Help file for more information. Y ou ca n start it using the following method: ■ Click Start -> All Programs -> TO S H IB A -> Utilities -> TOS HI B A Fingerprint Utility . The main screen is displayed . Click ? in the lower left corner of the scree[...]

User ’s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics 7. The following message will be displayed: "It is strongly recommended you enroll one mor e finger." Click OK and repeat S tep 3, 4, 5 and 6 with another finger . Delete the Fingerprint Dat a Saved fingerprint data is stored in special non-volatile memory inside the fingerprint sensor . Therefore, if[...]

User ’s Manual 4-8 Operating Basics Windows Logon via Fin gerprint Authentication In place of the usual Windows logo n by ID and password, fingerprint authentication also allo ws logon to Window s. This is useful especially when ma ny users are using the PCs, as user selection can be skipped. Fingerprint Authentication Procedure 1. S t art up the[...]

User ’s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics Overview about Fingerprint Single Sign-on feature 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 Wind ows using only one fingerprint authentication when booting up. It is necessary [...]

User ’s Manual 4-10 Operating Basics 7. Select Setting in the main menu to open the Setting window , you can ■ Select Boot authentication check box if you want to use the fingerprint boot au thentication feature. ■ Select Boot authentication and Single sign-on check boxes if you want to use the Single Sign-on feature. 8. Click Apply . 9. &quo[...]

User ’s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics Using TOSHIBA Web Cam era Applicati on 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 Application. Figure 4-4 Using the Software Delete Recorded File Choose a thum[...]

User ’s Manual 4-12 Operating Basics Using the microphone Y ou can use the built-in or an external mi crophone that co nnects 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.(Built-in microphone is provided with so me models) Since yo[...]

User ’s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics Disclaimer T oshiba does not guarantee that the face recognition utility tech nology will be completely secure or error-free. T oshiba does not guarantee that the face recognition utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. T oshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might ari[...]

User ’s Manual 4-14 Operating Basics 7. Perform the verifica tion test. Face the screen as you do w hen you register . ■ If verification fails, click the Back button and re-register . Please refer to step 6 from step 4. 8. If verification is successful, click the Next button and register an account. 9. Register the account. Fill in all the fiel[...]

User ’s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics 2. The Select Tiles screen will be d isplayed. 3. Select St art face recognition . 4. “ Please face the camera ” will be displayed. 5. V eri fication will b e performed. If the authentication is succe ssful, the image data taken in step 4 will be faded in and placed over one another . ■ If an error occur[...]

User ’s Manual 4-16 Operating Basics Loading discs Slot-loading optical disc drive For computer with slot-loading optical d isc drive, to load CD/DVD, please follow the steps below and refer to figures. 1. T urn your computer on. 2. Gently hold the CD/DVD by the edges with label side facing up, and insert it into the optical disc drive slot strai[...]

User ’s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics Figure 4-6 Pressing the eject button 3. Gently hold the CD/DVD by the edges and pull it horizontally . Figure 4-7 Removing a CD/DVD Optical Drive Auto Loc k This function is provided with some mo dels. This function automat ically locks the optical disc drive eject bu tton if the computer detects any vibration[...]

User ’s Manual 4-18 Operating Basics Enabling and Disabling Optical Drive Auto Lock 1. Right click on the Optical Drive Power icon on the T askbar . 2. Click Optical Drive Auto Lock -> Enable or Disable . Lock Time Settings for Optical Drive Auto Lock This sets the amount of time required to pass before the optical disc drive eject button unlo[...]

User ’s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics TOSHIBA Button Support Y ou can update and assign other applicatio ns to the function buttons using the TOSHIBA Button Support utility . T o open TOSHIBA Button Support, pleas e follow one of the method s listed below: ■ Click Start -> All Programs -> TO SH IB A -> Utilities -> TOSHIBA Assist , a[...]

User ’s Manual 4-20 Operating Basics CD/DVD Play/Pause operat ion If CD/DVD Play/Pause is selected in S tep1 of the TOS HIBA Button Support section, th e TOSHIBA Button Support dialog box will be disp layed as shown below: 1. Click Advanced . The following dialog box wil l appear . 2. Select either CD/DVD Play/Pause (default) or Play/Pause . ■ [...]

User ’s Manual 4-21 Operating Basics Before writing or rewriting ■ Based on TOSHIBA ’s limited compat ibility testing, we suggest the following manufacturers of CD-R/-RW and DVD-R/+R/-R W/+RW/- RAM/+R DL/-R DL disc. However , in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation, quality or performance of any disc. Dis c quality can affect write o[...]

User ’s Manual 4-22 Operating Basics ■ If the disc is poor in quality , dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may occur . Be careful to check the disc for dirt or d amage before you use it. ■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW , DVD-RW , DVD+R W or DVD- RAM is affected by the qu ality of the disc and the way it is used. ■ There [...]

User ’s Manual 4-23 Operating Basics ■ Be sure to connect the universal AC adapter before you write or rewrite. ■ Before you enter sleep/hibernation mode, be sure to finish DVD-RAM writing. Writing is finished if you ca n eject DVD-RAM media. ■ Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software. ■ Do not run software[...]

User ’s Manual 4-24 Operating Basics Disclaime r (DVD Super Mu lti (±R DL ) drive) TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following: ■ Damage to any CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/ -R DL/-RW/+R/+R DL/+ RW/DVD- RAM disc that may be caused by writi ng or rewriting with this product. ■ Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-[...]

User ’s Manual 4-25 Operating Basics ■ If you add data to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD+R or DVD+R DL d isc that you have already recorded to, you might not be able to read the ad ded data under some circumstances. Fo r example, it cannot be read under 16-bit operating systems, such as Windows 98SE and Windows Me, while in Windows NT4 you will need Se[...]

User ’s Manual 4-26 Operating Basics 1. Insert a Labelflash disc in DVD drive. 2. Click Start -> All Programs -> DVD MovieFac tory for TO SHIBA -> DVD MovieFactory Lau ncher to launch DVD MovieFactory . 3. Click Create Disc Label . Corel Label@Once is started. 4. Click the General tab. 5. Choose DVD Drive for Printer . e.g.< E :> P[...]

User ’s Manual 4-27 Operating Basics ■ Do not enter sleep or hibernation mode while using DVD MovieFactory . ■ Do not operate DVD MovieFactory immedi ately after turning on the computer . Please wait until all Disc Drive activity has stopped. ■ When recording to a DV -Ca mcorder , to ensure you capture all of your data, let the camcorder re[...]

User ’s Manual 4-28 Operating Basics Notes on Use ■ Frame dropping, audio skipping or out of synch au dio and video may occur during playback of some DVD Video titles. ■ Close all other applications or ca rry ou t any other operations during DVD Video playback. Playback may st op or not function properly in some situations. ■ Unfinalized DV[...]

User ’s Manual 4-29 Operating Basics Display Devices & Audio ■ "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER" will only ru n when "Colors" is set to "T rue Color (32 bit)". The "Colors" sett ing can be adjusted on the "Monito r" tab in the "Display Settings". T o open the Display Settings, click Star t -&g[...]

User ’s Manual 4-30 Operating Basics 2. T ouch the CD/DVD panel on the Front operation panel. Or select Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER -> TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER to start TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER . Operating TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER Notes on Using TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER ■ Screen display and avail able features may vary am ongst DVD-Videos[...]

User ’s Manual 4-31 Operating Basics 3. Do not write on, a pply a sticker to, or otherwise mark the surface of the CD/DVD that contains data. 4. Hold the CD/DVD by its outside e dge or the edge on the center hole. Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the d rive from properly reading data . 5. Do not expose to direct sunlight, extreme heat or c[...]

User ’s Manual 4-32 Operating Basics Realtek HD Audio Manager Y ou can confirm and change the audio configuration using the Realtek HD Audio Manager . T o launch the Realtek HD Audio Mana ger , click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Soun d -> Realtek HD Audio Manager . When you first launch the Realtek HD Audio Manager , you will s[...]

User ’s Manual 4-33 Operating Basics Wireless com munications The computer ’s wireless communication function supports Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devi ces. Only some models are equipped wit h both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions. Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN is compatible wit h other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence S pread S pectrum/[...]

User ’s Manual 4-34 Operating Basics Worldwide operation The Bluetooth TM radio transmitter and receiver operates in the 2.45 GHz band, which is license-f ree and comp atible with radio systems in most countries in the wo rld. Radio links Y ou can easily establish links between two or more devices. The link is maintained even if the devices are n[...]

User ’s Manual 4-35 Operating Basics LAN The computer has built-in suppo rt for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second,10BASE-T) or Fast Ether net LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASETX). This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN. Connecting LAN cable If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s, 100BASE-TX), be sure to connect w[...]

User ’s Manual 4-36 Operating Basics Disconnecting LAN cable T o disconnect the LAN cable, follow the steps below . 1. Pinch the lever on the connecto r in the computer ’ s LAN jack and pull out the connector . 2. Disconnect the cable from the LA N hub in the same manner . Che ck with your LAN a dministrator bef ore di sconnecting from the hub.[...]

User ’s Manual 4-37 Operating Basics Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protecti on This computer has a function fo r reduci ng the risk of damag e on the Hard Disk Drive. Using an acceleration senso r built into the computer , T OSHIBA HDD Protection detects vibration shocks an d similar signs of movement of the computer , a nd automatically moves [...]

User ’s Manual 4-38 Operating Basics Different detection levels can be set depe nding on whether the computer is used as handheld or mobile usages, or whether it is used in a stable environment such as on a table in the workplace or at home. By setting different detection levels for the computer depe nding on whether it runs with the AC power (de[...]

User ’s Manual 4-39 Operating Basics Using the USB Sleep and Charge funct ion This utility displays w hether the USB Sleep and Charge fu nction is enabled or disabled and shows the positions of USB ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function. It also displays the remaini ng battery capacity . USB Sleep and Charge Y our computer can suppl[...]

User ’s Manual 4-40 Operating Basics Starting the USB Sleep and C harge Utility T o start the utility , click Sta rt -> All Programs -> TOS HI BA -> Utilities -> USB Sleep and Charge . Y ou can set T ypical Mode/Alternate Mode/D isable USB sleep and charge function also in the BIOS Setup menu: 1. T urn on the compute r while pressi ng[...]

User ’s Manual 4-41 Operating Basics 2. In the USB Sleep and Charge fie ld within the Advan ced tab, use F5/F6 key to change the setting s. 3. Press the F10 key . Select Ye s and th en press the ENTER key to accept the changes. The computer will restart. Enabling USB Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable and disab le the USB Sleep a[...]

User ’s Manual 5-1 Chapter 5 The Keyboard The number of keys on your keyboar d depends on which country/region’s keyboard layout yo ur computer is configured with. Keyboards for nu merous languages are available. There are five types of keys: typewri ter keys, function keys, soft keys, Windows special keys and keypad overlay . T ypewriter keys [...]

User ’s Manual 5-2 The Keyboard Function keys: F1 … F12 The function keys, not to be confused with FN , are the 1 2 keys at the top of your keyboard. These keys are dark gray , but function differently from the other dark gray keys. F1 through F12 are called functi on keys because they execute programmed functions when press ed. Used in combina[...]

User ’s Manual 5-3 The Keyboard Hot keys Hot keys (pressing FN + a function or ESC key) allow you to enable or disable certain features of the computer . Press FN + F12 (Scroll Lock) to lock the cursor on a specific line. The power on d efault is off. Press FN + ENTER to simulate ENTER on the enhanced keyboard’s numeric keypad. Press FN + CTRL [...]

User ’s Manual 5-4 The Keyboard 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 u p Pressing FN + F7 increases the computer ’s display panel brightness in individual steps. Wire les s Pressing FN + F8 enables or disab[...]

User ’s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard FN sticky key Y ou can use the TOSHI BA Accessi bility Utility to make the FN key sticky , that is, you can press it once, release it, and they press an “F number” key . TOSHIBA zooming utility (enla rge) Pressing FN + 2 enlarges the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported applica[...]

User ’s Manual 5-6 The Keyboard T o start the T OSHIBA Accessibility Utility , click Start -> All Programs -> TOS HI BA -> Utilities -> Accessibility . Windows special keys The keyboard p rovides two keys tha t have special functio ns in Windows: one activa tes the Sta rt menu and the other has the same function as th e secondary mous[...]

User ’s Manual 5-7 The Keyboard Figure 5-1 The numeric keypad overlay Temporarily usin g normal keyb oard (overlay on) While using the overlay , you can te mporarily access the normal keyboard functions without turning off the overlay : 1. Hold FN and press any other key . All keys will operate as if th e overlay were off. 2. T ype uppercase char[...]

User ’s Manual 5-8 The Keyboard If the computer is in Arrow mode , you can switch temporarily to Numeric mode by pressing SHIFT . Generating ASCII charact ers Not all ASCII characters can be generated using no rmal keyboard operation. But, you can generate these charac ters using their ASCII codes. With the overlay o n: 1. Hold down AL T . 2. Usi[...]

User ’s Manual 6-1 Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes The computer ’s power resources include the AC adapter 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 cond ition s The computer ’s [...]

User ’s Manual 6-2 Power and Power-up Modes Power indica tors The Battery , DC IN and Power indicators on th e system indicator panel alert you to the computer ’s operatin g capability and battery ch arge status. Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery pack - the following indicator conditions shou l[...]

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 adapter connected . 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: Battery types The computer has two different types of[...]

User ’s Manual 6-4 Power and Power-up Modes T o ensure that the battery pack maint ains its maximum capacity , operate the computer on battery power at l eas t once a month until the battery pack is fully discharged. Refer to Extending battery life in this chapter for procedures. If the computer i s continuously operated on AC power , more than a[...]

User ’s Manual 6-5 Power and Power-up Modes Safety precautions Mishandling of batteries can cause death , serious injury or property damage. Carefully observe the following advisories: Danger: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, Which could re sult in death or serious injury , if yo u do not follow instructio ns. Wa r n i n g : Indicates[...]

User ’s Manual 6-6 Power and Power-up Modes War n in g 1. Never allow caustic electrolyte fluid leaked fro m a battery pack to con- tact your eyes, skin or clothing. If caustic electrolyte fluid should con- tact your eyes, immediately wash your eyes with large amounts of running water and seek medical attent i on, to help prevent eye damage. It e[...]

User ’s Manual 6-7 Power and Power-up Modes Note 1. Never remo ve the ba ttery p ack whil e the W ake-up on LAN func tion is enabled. Data will be lost. Before you remove a battery pack, disable the W ake-up on LAN function. 2. T o ensure the battery pack maintains maximum cap acity , operate the computer on battery power once a week until the ba[...]

User ’s Manual 6-8 Power and Power-up Modes Battery charging notice The battery may not charge right away under the following conditions: ■ The battery is extremely hot or cold. If the battery is extremely hot, it might not charge at all. Also, to ensure the battery charges to its full capacity , charge the battery at room temperature of 10 ° [...]

User ’s Manual 6-9 Power and Power-up Modes Maximizing battery op erating time A battery’s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge. How long the charge lasts in a battery depends on: ■ How you configure the computer (for example, whether you enable battery-power saving opti ons). The co mputer provides a battery [...]

User ’s Manual 6-10 Power and Power-up Modes Extending battery life T o maximize the life of your battery p acks: ■ At least once a mo nth, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery powe r until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps below . 1. T urn off the computer ’s power . 2. Disc[...]

User ’s Manual 6-1 1 Power and Power-up Modes Removing the battery p ack T o remove a discharged battery , follow th e steps as detailed below: 1. Save your work. 2. T urn the computer ’s power of f. Make sure the Power indicator is off. 3. Remove all cabl es connected to the computer . 4. T urn the computer upside down with the back of the com[...]

User ’s Manual 6-12 Power and Power-up Modes 6. Slide the battery release latch to free the battery pack for removal, then lift up the battery pack. Figure 6-2 Removing the battery pack 7. Pull the batter y pack forward to rem ove it. Inst alling the batte ry p ack T o install a battery pack, follow the steps below . 1. Be sure the computer ’s [...]

User ’s Manual 6-13 Power and Power-up Modes St arting the computer by p assword If you have already registered a password, there are two ways to start the computer: ■ Swipe your fingerprint on the sensor if you have already registered the fingerprint with the Fingerpri nt utility and enabled Fingerprint Power-on Security . If you w ould not li[...]

User ’s Manual 6-14 Power and Power-up Modes Panel power on/off Y ou can set up yo ur comput er so that power turns o ff automatical ly when you close the display panel. When you open the panel, power turns on in sleep or hibern ation mode but not in boot mode. System aut o off This feature turns the system of f automat ically if it is not used f[...]

User ’s Manual 7-1 Chapter 7 HW Setup This chapter explains how to us e TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and how to set passwords. HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup allows you to configure settings for General, Password, Display , Boot Priority , Keybo ard, USB, LAN, LED and SA T A. Accessing HW S etup T o start the utility , click the[...]

User ’s Manual 7-2 HW Setu p General This window displays the BIOS/EC version and contains two buttons: Default and About . Setup This field displays the installed BIO S version , date and EC version . Password User Password This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on. T o enter a user password: 1. Select Registered to d[...]

User ’s Manual 7-3 HW Setu p 3. Click the OK button. If the character string you enter matches the reg- istered password, the password option is reset and the display changes to: Not registered If they do not match, the following messag e appears. Y ou must repeat step 1. Incorrect Password. 4. Follow the same procedures described in the earli er[...]

User ’s Manual 7-4 HW Setu p Boot Priority Boot Priority O ptions This option sets the priority for booting the computer . The Boot Priority Options setting will be like the following. Y ou can o verride the settings and manually select a boot device by pressing one of the following keys whil e the computer is booting: This procedure does not aff[...]

User ’s Manual 7-5 HW Setu p Boot Speed This feature allows you to select system boot-up speed. Keyboard Wa ke-up on Key board When this feature is enabl ed and the computer is in sleep mode, you can turn on the computer by pressing any key . It is effective only for the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in sleep mode. USB Legacy US[...]

User ’s Manual 7-6 HW Setu p Regarding Wake-up on LAN from sleep or hibernation, you must check the “Allow the device to wa ke the computer” check box within the LAN Device properties” ( This feafure does not effect th e W ake-up on LAN from sl eep or hibernation ). Built-in LA N SA T A eSA T A This feature al lows you to set cond itions of[...]

User ’s Manual 8-1 Chapter 8 T r oubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for dur ability . However , shou ld problems occur , following the p rocedures in this chapter can help to determine the cause. All readers should become familiar with this chapter . Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring. Prob lem so lving [...]

User ’s Manual 8-2 T roubleshooting ■ Make sure all options are set properly in the setup program. ■ Check all cables. Are they correctly an d firmly attached? Loose cables can cause si gnal errors. ■ Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins. ■ Check that your diskette is correc tly inserted and that[...]

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 o ccur 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 P[...]

User ’s Manual 8-4 T roubleshooting Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC adapter, the battery pack is the primary power source. However , your computer has a number of other power resources, including intelligent power supply and Re al T ime Clock battery . These resources are interre lated and any one could affect apparent power pro[...]

User ’s Manual 8-5 T roubleshooting Password Battery doesn’t charge when the AC adapter is att ached ( Battery indicator does not glow orange). If the battery is complete ly discharged, it will not begin charging immediately . W ait a few minutes. If the battery stil l does not charge, make sure the outlet is supplying power . T est it by plugg[...]

User ’s Manual 8-6 T roubleshooting Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more information refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard and Chapter 7, HW Setup . LCD p anel Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer ’ s setup. Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup , for more information. Hard disk drive Problem Pro cedu[...]

User ’s Manual 8-7 T roubleshooting DVD Supe r Multi(±R DL) drive For more information, re fer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Slow performance Y our files may be fragmente d. Run SCANDISK and defragmenter to check the conditio n of your files and disk. Refer to your OS documentation or online HELP for information on running SCANDISK and the de[...]

User ’s Manual 8-8 T roubleshooting Diskette drive Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse, also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation. T ouchpad Check the re gion code on the DVD . It must match that on the d rive. Region co des are listed in the Optical disc drive section in Chapter 2 , The Grand T our . [...]

User ’s Manual 8-9 T roubleshooting USB mouse This section applies on ly with Windows 7 opera ting system. Double-tapping does not work T ry changing the double-cl ick speed setting in the mouse control utility . Click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Devices and Printers -> Mouse to access it. The mouse pointer moves t[...]

User ’s Manual 8-10 T roubleshooting Memory cards:Secu re Digit al(SD), Secu re Digit al High Cap acity(SDHC), Memory Stick(MS), Memory Stick Pro(MS Pro), MultiMediaC ard(MMC) and xD -Picture Card(x D) Refer also to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . External monitor Refer also to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options , and to your[...]

User ’s Manual 8-1 1 T roubleshooting Sound system USB Refer also to your USB device’ s documentation. Display error occurs Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is attached firmly . If problems persist, contact your dealer . When displ aying desktop at external analog monitor , desktop is sometimes displayed on t[...]

User ’s Manual 8-12 T roubleshooting eSA T A/USB combo port Refer also to your eSA T A device and USB device’s documentation. Sleep/Hibernation If you are using an operating system that does not support USB, you can still use a USB mouse and/or USB keyboard. If the se devices do not work, make sure the USB KB/Mouse Leg acy Emulation item in HW [...]

User ’s Manual 8-13 T roubleshooting LAN 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 information on wireless commun ication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics Problem Pro cedure Can[...]

User ’s Manual 8-14 T roubleshooting Recovery Media T OSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to cont act T OSHIBA for additional techni cal assistance. Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system so[...]

User ’s Manual 8-15 T roubleshooting Where t o writ e If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related, write to TOSHIBA at the nearest location listed on the below . Outside of Europe Europe Australia TOSHIBA Australia Pty Lt d. Information Systems Division Building C, 12-24 T alavera Rd, North Ryde, 21 13, NS[...]

User ’s Manual A-1 Appendix A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the computer ’s technical specifications. Environmental requirements Power requirem ents Operating Non-operating Ambient temperature 5°C to 35°C -20°C to 60°C Relative humidity 20% to 80% 10% to 90% Altitude (from sea level) 0 to 3,000 meters 0 to 10,00 0 meters AC adapt[...]

User ’s Manual B-1 Appendix B Display Controller Display controller The display controller in terprets 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 2048 horizontal and 1536 vertical pixels at up to 16M colors. The display control[...]

User ’s Manual C-1 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 specifications Form Factor ■ PCI Express Mini Ca rd Comp atibility ■ IEEE 802.1 1 S tandard for Wireless LANs ■ Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certi fied by the Wi-Fi Alliance. The ?[...]

User ’s Manual C-2 Wireless LAN Radio c haract eri stics Radio characteristics of Wireless LAN cards may vary according to: ■ Country/region where the produ ct was purchased ■ T yp e of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations. Although Wireless LAN wireless networking pro ducts have been designed for operati[...]

User ’s Manual C-3 Wireless LAN Wireless IEEE 802.1 1 Channels Sets (Revision B, G and N)T able *1 Factory-set default channels *2 Refer to the sheet Approved Countries/Region s for use for the countries/regions that in which these channels can be used . When installing Wireless LAN card s, the channel configuration is managed as follows: ■ For[...]

User ’s Manual C-4 Wireless LAN Wireless IEEE 802.1 1 Channels Sets (Revision A and N) T able Frequency Range Ch annel ID 5150-5850 MHz Note 36 5180 40 5200 44 5220 48 5240 52 5260 56 5280 60 5300 64 5320 100 5500 104 5520 108 5540 11 2 5560 11 6 5580 120 5600 124 5620 128 5640 132 5660 136 5680 140 5700 149 5745 153 5765 157 5785 161 5805 165 58[...]

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 Frequency Hopping S pread S pectrum (FHSS) radio technology , and is compliant to: ■ Bluetooth S pecification V er . 2.1+EDR, as defin[...]

User ’s Manual D-2 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth w ireless techno lo gy 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 [...]

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 Japan 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 stat[...]

User ’s Manual D-5 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability (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 frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band[...]

User ’s Manual E-1 Appendix E 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 Length: Minimum 1.7 meters Wire size : Minimum 0.75 mm 2 Current rating: Minimum [...]

User ’s Manual E-2 AC Power Cord and Connectors In Europe, two condu ctors power cord s must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F or H03VVH2-F; while three condu ctors be VDE type, H05VV -F . For the United S tates and Canada, two pin plug configuration must be 2-15P (250V) or 1-15P (125V); while three pin be 6-15P (250V) or 5-15P (125V) as designated in the U[...]

User ’s Manual F-1 Appendix F T OSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor so ftware program monitors computer system functions such as power co nsumption, the cooling system and HDD/SSD status. It alert s users of s pecific system conditions via pop-up messages. It also tracks the usage of the computer a nd related devices, logging t[...]

User ’s Manual F-2 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Once enabled, you may disable the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor at any time by uninstalling the software via Uninst all a program in the Control Panel . Doing so will automati cally delete all collected information from the HDD. The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor sof tware does not extend or modify TOSHIBA&apos[...]

User ’s Manual G-1 Appendix G 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 ated to this comp uter are marked wit h a blue *XX in this manual. Clicking on *XX[...]

User ’s Manual G-2 Legal Footnotes Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically shut- down. This is a normal protective feat ure designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions. T o avoid risk of lost data, always make back-up copies of data by periodically storing it on[...]

User ’s Manual G-3 Legal Footnotes HDD Drive Capacity an d External HDD Capacity *4 One Gigabyte (GB) means 10 9 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. The computer operating system, howe ver , reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB = 2 30 = 1,073,741,824 bytes, and therefore shows less storage capacity . Availab[...]

User ’s Manual G-4 Legal Footnotes Non-applicable icons Certain notebook chassi s are designed to accommodate all p ossible configurations for an entire product series. Y ou r selected model may not have all the features and speci fications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all t[...]

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. Abbr e viations AC: alternating current AGP: accelerated graphics port ANSI: American National S tandards Institute APM: advanced power mana ger ASCII: American S tandard Code for Information Interchange[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-2 Glossary IDE: integrated drive electronics I/O: input/output IrDA: Infrared Data Association IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode LSI: large scale integratio n MB: megabyte OCR: optical character recognition (reader) PCB: printed circuit board PCI: peripheral componen[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-3 Glossary analog signal: A si gnal whose characteristics such as ampli tude and frequency vary in proportion to (are an analog of) the value to be transmitted. V o ice communications are analog signals. ANSI: American National S tandards Institute. An organization established to adopt and define standards for a variety o[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-4 Glossary byte: The representation of a single c haracter . A sequence of eight bits treated as a single un it; also the smallest addressable unit within the system. C cache memory: High speed memory which stores data that increases processor speed and data transfer rate. When the CPU reads data from main memory , it sto[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-5 Glossary components: Elements or part s (of a system) which make up the whole (system). Composite Video (YUV): A standard video signal used to tra nsmit images, e.g. from a VCR to a TV . computer prog ram: A set of instruction s written for a computer that enable it to achieve a desired result. computer system: A combin[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-6 Glossary dialog b ox: A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information. Digit al Audio: An audio compression standard that enables high-quality transmission and real-time playback of sound files. disk driv e: The device that randomly accesses i nformation on a disk an d copies it to t[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-7 Glossary echo: T o send back a reflecti on of the transmitted data to the sending device. Y ou can display the information on the screen, or outpu t it to the printer , or both. When a computer receives back data it transmitted to a CRT (or other peripheral device) and then retransmits the data to printer , t he prin te[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-8 Glossary hard disk: A non-removable disk usually referred to as drive C. The factory installs this disk and only a trained engineer can remove it for servicing. Also called fixed disk. hard disk drive (HDD): An electromechanical devic e that reads and writes a hard disk. See also hard disk. hardware: The physical electr[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-9 Glossary jumper: A small clip or wire that allows you to change the hardware characteristics by electrically connecting two points of a circuit. K K: T aken from the Greek word kilo, mea ning 1000; often used as equivalent to 1024, or 2 ra ised to the 10th power . See also byte and kilobyte. KB: See kilobyte. keyboard: [...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-10 Glossary modem: Derived from modulator/demodulator , a device that converts (modulates) digital data for transmission over telephone lines and then converts modulated data (demodulates) to digital format where received. monitor: A device that uses rows and columns of pixels to display alphanumeric characters or grap hic[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-1 1 Glossary pa r i t y : 1) The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values (integers) both of which are either on or off; odd or even; 0 or 1. 2) In serial communications, an error detection bit that is added to a group of data bits making the sum of the bits even or odd. Parity can be set to none, odd, o r eve[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-12 Glossary RJ1 1: A modular telephone jack. RJ45: A modular LAN jack. ROM: Read Only Memory: A nonvolatile memory chip manufactured to contain information that con trols the computer ’s basic operation. Y ou cannot access or change information stored in ROM. S S-Video: Short for Super-Video , a type of connection used b[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary TFT display: A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix tech nology with thin film transistor (TFT) to drive each cell. touchp ad: A pointing device integrated in to the TOSHIBA computer p alm rest. TTL: T ransistor-transistor logic. A logic circuit design that[...]

User ’s Manual Index-1 Inde x A AC adapter, 2-5, 2-15, 3-4, A-1 additional, 3-18, 3-21 connecting, 1-3 problems, 8-4 safety instructions, -vi, -xviii ASCII characters, 5-8 B Battery charging, 6-7 life, G-2 monitoring capacity, 6-8 Real Time Clock battery, 3-4, 6-4 retention time, 6-9 types, 6-3 Battery pack, 2-6, 3-4, 3-21, 6-3 additional, 3-18 e[...]

User ’s Manual Index-2 Satellite E2 00 function, 3-12, 4-3 location, 4-2 FN + 1 (TOSHIBA zooming utility reduce), 5-4 FN + 2 (TOSHIBA zooming utility enlarge), 5-5 FN + ALT (enha nced keyboard simulation), 5-3 FN + CTRL (en hanced keyboa rd simulation), 5-3 FN + ENTER, 5-3 FN + ESC (sound mute), 5-3 FN + F1 (lock), 5-3 FN + F12 (scroll lock), 5-3[...]

User ’s Manual Index-3 Satellite E2 00 problems, 8-6 typewriter keys, 5-1 Windows special keys, 5 -6 Keypad overlay, 5-6 arrow mode, 5-6 numeric mode, 5- 6 temporarily changing modes, 5-7 temporarily using norma l keyboard (overlay on), 5 -7 temporarily using overlay (overlay off), 5-7 turning on the overlays, 5-6 L LAN, 3-5, 4-35 cable types, 4-[...]

User ’s Manual Index-4 Satellite E2 00 keyboard, 8-6 LAN, 8-13 LCD panel, 8-6 overheating power down, 8-4 password, 8-5 pointing device, 8- 8 power, 8-4 self test, 8-3 sleep/hibernation, 8-12 sound system, 8-11 system start-up, 8-3 TOSHIBA support, 8-14 touchpad, 8-8 USB, 8-11 USB mouse, 8-9 Wireless LAN, 8-13 Processor, 3-1 R Real Time Clock bat[...]