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Toshiba PRO L300D manuale d’uso

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Innanzitutto, il manuale d’uso Toshiba PRO L300D dovrebbe contenere:
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Generalmente questo è dovuto alla mancanza di tempo e certezza per quanto riguarda la funzionalità specifica delle attrezzature acquistate. Purtroppo, la connessione e l’avvio Toshiba PRO L300D non sono sufficienti. Questo manuale contiene una serie di linee guida per funzionalità specifiche, la sicurezza, metodi di manutenzione (anche i mezzi che dovrebbero essere usati), eventuali difetti Toshiba PRO L300D e modi per risolvere i problemi più comuni durante l'uso. Infine, il manuale contiene le coordinate del servizio Toshiba in assenza dell'efficacia delle soluzioni proposte. Attualmente, i manuali d’uso sotto forma di animazioni interessanti e video didattici che sono migliori che la brochure suscitano un interesse considerevole. Questo tipo di manuale permette all'utente di visualizzare tutto il video didattico senza saltare le specifiche e complicate descrizioni tecniche Toshiba PRO L300D, come nel caso della versione cartacea.

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    TO S H I B A Satellite L300/ Satellite Pro L300/ Satellite L300D/ Satellite Pro L300D series User’s Manual[...]

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    User ’s Manual i Copyright © 2008 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be repro duced 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 L300/Satellite Pro L300/Satellit[...]

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    User ’s Manual ii Manufactured under license fro m Digita l Theater Systems, Inc. U.S. Pat. No's. 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5 ,974, 380; 5,978,762; 6, 2 26,616 ; 6,487,535 and other U.S. and world-wide patents issued and pending. "DTS" an d "DTS Digital Surround" are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Sys- tems, Inc. Co[...]

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    User ’s Manual iii ■ Use only the AC adaptor and batter ies that are approved for use with this computer . Use of another type of battery or AC adaptor may risk fire or explosion. ■ Before you connect the computer to a pow er source, ensure that the voltage rating of the AC adaptor matches that of the available power source. 1 15 V/60 Hz in m[...]

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    User ’s Manual iv FCC conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subj ect to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interfere nce. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesire d opera tion. Contact Address: TOSHIBA America Informat[...]

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    User ’s Manual v Note that Canadian De partment of Communications (DOC) regulations provide, that changes or modifications not expressly approve d by TOSHIBA Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadia n Interference-Causng Equipment Regulation s. Cet appare[...]

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    User ’s Manual vi Jap an regul ations Region selectio n If you are using the computer in Japa n, technical regulations described in the T elecommunication s Business Law requ ire that you select the Japan region mode. It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection. Redial Up to two redial atte mpts can be made. If more th an two[...]

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    User ’s Manual vii T ype of service Y ou r modem is designed 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 questions about your telephone line, such as how [...]

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    User ’s Manual viii Instructions for IC CS -03 certified equipment 1 The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certific a- tion mean s that the equipmen t meet s cert ain teleco mmunications net- work protective, operational and sa fety re quirements as prescribed in the appropriate T erminal Equipmen t T echnical Requirement[...]

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    User ’s Manual ix Notes for users in Aust ralia and New Zealand Modem w a rning notice for Au stralia Modems connected to the Australian te lecoms network must have a valid Austel permit. This modem has been desi gned to specifically configu re to ensure compliance with Austel standards when the country/region selection is set to Australia . The [...]

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    User ’s Manual x (a) There shall be no more than 10 call atte mpts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any singl e manual call initiati on, and (b) The equipment shall go on-ho ok fo r a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of o ne attempt and the beginning of the next. (c) Automatic calls to different numbers shall b[...]

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    User ’s Manual xi ■ It is recommended that this equipment be disconnected from the T elecom line d uring electrical sto rms. ■ When relocating the equipment, alwa ys di sconnect the T elecom lin e connection before the power connection, and reconnect the power first. ■ This equipment may not b e compatible with T elecom Distinctive Alert ca[...]

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    User ’s Manual xii ENERGY ST AR ® Program Y our computer mode l may be ENERGY ST AR ® Compliant. If the model you purchased is compliant, it is labeled with the ENERGY ST AR ® logo on the computer and the following info rma tion applies. TOSHIBA is a p artner in the Environmental Protection Agency’ s (EP A) ENERGY ST AR ® Program and has de[...]

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    User ’s Manual xiii Optical disc drive st andards TOSHIBA Satellite L300/Satellite Pro L300/Satellite L300D/Satel lite Pro L300D series computer is shipped with one of the following drives preinstalled: CD-RW/DVD-ROM, DVD Super Multi (+-R DL), or DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) /w Label Flash drive. The drive has one of the following label s: CLASS 1 LA[...]

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    User ’s Manual xiv CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive T oshiba Samsung TS-L462D/TS-L 463A TEAC DW-224E/DW-224S Location of the required label PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUF ACTURER TO COMPL Y WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE A T THE DA TE OF MANUF ACTURE. MANUF ACTURED T oshiba Samsung Strag e T e chnology Korea corporation 416, Maetan-3Dong, Y[...]

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    User ’s Manual xv DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive Panasonic UJ-870B/UJ-870F/UJ870-AB/U J-8 70EB HLDS GSA-T40N/GS A- T40 F/ GSA-T50N/GSA-T50 F Location of the required label COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIA TION PERFORMANCE ST ANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J. MANUF ACTURED Panasonic Communications Co ., Ltd. 1-62, 4-Chome Minoshima Hakata-ku Fukuoka, Japan Loc[...]

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    User ’s Manual xvi Pioneer DVR-KD08TBM/DVR-KD08TBF DVR-TD08TBM/DVR-TD08TBF T oshiba Samsung TS-L632H/TS-L 632P/TS-L633A/TS-L633P Location of the required label COMPLIES WITHFDA RADIA TION PERFORMANCE ST ANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J MANUF ACTURED PIONEER CORPORA TION 4-1, MEGURO 1-CHOME, MEGURO- KU TOKYO 153-8654, JAP A N Location of the required [...]

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    User ’s Manual xvii 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 “AUTHORIZED se[...]

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    User ’s Manual xviii Import ant noti ce Copyrighted works incl udin g, but not limit ed to music, video, computer pro- gram, databases are protected by cop yright laws. Unless speci fically per- mitted under applicable copyri ght laws, you cannot copy , modify , assign, transmit or otherwise dispose of any copyri ghted work wit h the conse nt of [...]

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    User ’s Manual xix T able of Contents Preface General Precautions Chapter 1 Introduction Equipment ch ecklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    User ’s Manual xx Keyboard indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 1 Optical disc drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Region codes for DVD drives and m edia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Writ able discs . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    User ’s Manual xxi When Using Ulead DVD MovieFactory® for TOSHIBA . . . . . . . . . 4-14 Media care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17 CD/DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17 Using the web camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxii Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Power indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Battery indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    User ’s Manual xxiii Additional battery p ack (3 cell, 6 Cell and 9 Cell) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Additional AC adap tor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 USB FDD Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 External monitor . . . . . . . . [...]

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    User ’s Manual xxiv Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Non-applicable icon s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Copy protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Images . . . . . . .[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxv Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Satellite L300/Satellite Pro L300/Satellite L300D/Satelli te Pr o L300D series computer . This pow- erful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to provide years of relia- ble, high-performance comp uting . This manual tells you how to set up and begi n using your Sate[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxvi Preface Chapter 5, The Keyboard , describes special keyboard functions including the keypad ov erlay and hot keys. Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes , gives deta i ls on the computer’s power resources and battery save modes. Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords , explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup progr[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxvii Preface 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 When procedures require an action su ch as clicking an ico n or entering text, the icon’s name or[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxviii 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 caut[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxix General Precautions ■ If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can become hot. ■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this condition does not indicate a malfun ction. If you need to transport th e AC adapt[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-1 Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checkli st, and it identifies the computer ’s features, options and accessories. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer . Save the box an d packaging materials for future use. Hardware Check to make sure you have al l the following items: ■ Satellite L300[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-2 Introduction Sof tware Microsoft ® Windows V ista ™ The following software is preinstalled: ■ Microsoft ® Windows V ista™ ■ Modem Driver (Can be used only for Modem models) ■ Display Drivers for Windows ■ LAN Driver ■ Pointing Device Driver ■ TOSHIBA Face Recognition(Is preinstalled with some models) ■ Sound[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-3 Introduction Memory Slots PC2-5300 512 MB, 1 GB or 2 GB memory modules can be i nstalled in the two memory slots of all models. PC2-6400 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules can only be installed in the two memory slots of below models: Mobile Intel ® GM45 Express Chipse t m ode l Mobile Intel ® GL40 Express Chipset mode[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-4 Introduction Disks Hard disk dr ive (HDD) The computer has one or two integrated, 2 1/2" hard disk drive(s) for nonvolatile storage of data and software(depending on the model you purchased). It comes in the following sizes. ■ 80 GB ■ 120 GB ■ 160 GB ■ 200 GB ■ 250 GB ■ 300 GB ■ 320 GB ■ 400 GB ■ 500 GB D[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-5 Introduction Keyboard DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD Super Multi (+- R DL) driv e module that l ets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run CD/DVDs without using an adaptor . It reads DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to 2[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-6 Introduction Pointing device Power Ports Slots Built-in A touchpad and control buttons in the palm rest enable control of the on-screen poi nter . Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack. RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real T ime Clock (RTC) and calendar . AC adaptor [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-7 Introduction Multime dia Communications Security Web camera Record/Send still or video images with th is integrated web camera.(Provid ed with some models) Sound sys te m Windows Sound System compatible sound sys- tem provides internal speaker as well as jacks for an external micropho ne and headphone. It also has a volume cont[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-8 Introduction Sof tware 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 P anel → System and Maintenance → Power Options . Operating system Microsoft ® Windows Vist[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-9 Introduction Power-on p assword T wo levels of password security , supervisor and user , are available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer . Instant security A ho t key fu nction blanks the screen and disables the computer providing data security . Intelligent power supply A microprocessor in th e computer ’s inte[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-10 Introduction T OSHIBA V alue Added Package This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features preinstalled on the computer . Hibernation This feature lets you tu rn off the power without exiting from your software. The contents of main memory are saved to the hard disk, when yo u turn on the power again, you can continue wo[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-1 1 Introduction 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 ■ When you start or resume your computer , the TOSHIBA Flash Cards may take a moment to become available and m[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-12 Introduction TOS HI BA DVD-RAM utility TO SHIBA DVD-RAM Utility has the function of Physical Format and Write-Protect to DVD-RAM. This utility is contained the setup mod ule of TOSHIBA Disc Creator . Y o u can boot TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility from the menu bar as foll ows. [S tart] - [All Programs ] - [TOSHIBA] - [CD&DVD Appli[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-13 Introduction Options Y ou can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and con venient to use. The foll owing options are available: Memory exp ansion PC2-5300 512 MB, 1 GB or 2 GB memory modules can be i nstalled in the two memory slots of all models. PC2-6400 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-14 Introduction USB FDD T he USB floppy disk drive accommodates either a 1.44MB or 720KB floppy disk through connection to one of the computer ’s USB ports. In use, please be aware that, while you cannot format 720KB floppy disks under Windows Vist a™, you are able to read and write to disks that have already been fo rma tted[...]

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    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 ane l in the closed position. Figure 2-1 Front of the computer with display [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-2 The Grand T our Front edge l ogo Front edge logo indicates the co mputer series you bought. (Depends on the mo del you purchased.) Wireless communication switch Slide this switch toward the right of the computer to turn on Wireless communication. Slide it toward the left of the computer to turn of f th e functions. (Provided wi[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-3 The Grand T our Lef t side Figure 2-2 show s th e co mp ut er’s left side. Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer External monitor port This 15-pin port allows you to connect an external monitor . Fan vent Provides air flow for th e fan. F AN VENT E XTERNAL MONITOR PORT E XPRESS C ARD OR PC C ARD SLOT * USB PORTS LAN JACK *[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-4 The Grand T our Universal serial bus (USB 2.0) port s The two universal serial bu s (USB) ports comply with USB Serial 2.0 standards, which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1 standards. (The ports also support USB 1.1) Keep foreign objects out of the USB conne ctors. A pin or simi lar object can damag[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-5 The Grand T our Right side Figure 2-3 show s th e co mp ut er’s right side. Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer Universal serial bus (USB 2.0) port s The universal serial bus (USB) port comply with USB Serial 2.0 standards, which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than th e USB 1.1 standards. (The ports also s[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-6 The Grand T our Back side Figure 2-4 show s th e co mp ut er’s back side. Figure 2-4 The computer ’s back side 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 compute r Modem jack In areas where an i nternal modem[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our Battery p ack The battery pack powers the computer when the AC adaptor is not con nected. The Batteries section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes , describes how to access the battery pack. Additional battery packs can be purchased from your TO SHIBA dealer to extend the computer ’ s batte ry operating ti[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-8 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 , lift the display up and position th e display at a comfortable viewing angle. Figure 2-6 The front with the display open Display screen The full-color LCD displays high-contrast text and graphic[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-9 The Grand T our Function Button Six buttons are provided with some models. Available for use: Mute, CD/DVD, Play/Pause, S top, Previous, Next. T ouch p ad Moves the pointer and select s or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling, selecting, and double- clicking. T ouch p ad [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-10 The Grand T our 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 fo r details. System indicators Figure 2-7 shows the system indicators, which light when various computer operations are in progress. Figure 2-7 System indic[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-1 1 The Grand T our Keyboard indicators The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and 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 . DC IN[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-12 The Grand T our When the F1 1 key indicator glows the keypad overlay let s you enter number . Figure 2-9 Keypad overla y indicators Optical disc drive A CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, or a DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows. Region codes for DVD drives and m edia Opti[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-13 The Grand T our W r it 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 can[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-14 The Grand T our DVD Supe r Multi (+-R DL) drive The full-size DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive module allows you record data to rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4 .72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor . DVD read 8 speed (maximum) DVD-R write 8 speed (maximum) DVD-RW write 6 speed (maximum) D[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-15 The Grand T our AC adaptor The AC adaptor 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 b attery , simply conn[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-1 Chapter 3 Getting S t arted This chapter provides basic information to start using your computer . It covers the following topics: ■ Connecting the AC adaptor ■ Opening the display ■ T urning on the power ■ S tarting up for the first time ■ T urning off the power ■ Resta r ti n g th e co mp ut er ■ System Recovery[...]

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

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    User ’s Manual 3-3 Getting S tarted Opening the display The display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing. T o open the display , slide the latch to the right side and lift the panel up to the best viewing angle. Figure 3-3 Opening the display panel T urning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-4 Getting S tarted Figure 3-4 T urning on the power St arting up for the first time When you first turn on the power , the co mputer ’s initial screen is the Microsoft ® Windows Vist a™ S tartup Screen Logo. Follow the on-scre en directions. T urning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes : shut down[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-5 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[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-6 Getting S tarted 4. Enable the desired hibernation settin gs for When I press the power button and When I close the lid . 5. Click the Save ch an ges button . 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[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-7 Getting S tarted Benefits of sleep mode The sleep feature provides the following benefits: ■ Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does hibernation feature. ■ Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for th e duration set by the system sleep feature[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-8 Getting S tarted 2. Press CTRL , AL T and DEL simultaneously (once) to display the menu window , then click the arrow button in the lower right corner of the screen, then select Rest art . 3. Press the power button and hold it do wn for five seconds. Once the computer has turned itself off, wait between ten and fifteen seconds [...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-9 Getting S tarted 5. Double click the Recovery Disc Cr eator icon on the Windows Vista™ desktop, or select the application from S tart menu. 6. After Recovery Disc Creator starts, select the type of media and the title you wish to copy to the media then click the Burn. Restoring the preinst alled sof tware from the recovery HD[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-10 Getting S tarted 1. Load the Recovery Media in the optiona l optical disc drive and turn off the computer's power . 2. Hold down the F12 key and turn on the power . When T OSHIBA Lead- ing Innovation> >> appear s, rele ase the F12 key . 3. Use the up or down cursor key to select CD/DVD in the display menu. For de[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-1 Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operation s includi ng using the touchpad, optical disc drives, Audio/ Video controls, the web camera, the microphone, the internal modem, wirele ss communication and LAN. It also provides tips on caring for yo ur computer , and CD/DVDs. Using the touchp ad T o [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-2 Operating Basics Figure 4-1 T ouchpad and touchpad control buttons Using optical disc drives Operation is the same for all other opt ical disc drives. T he full-size drive provides high-performance executi on of CD/DVD s-based programs. Y ou can run CD/DVDs without an adaptor . W hen the computer is accessing a CD/DVDs, an indi[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics Loading discs T o load CD/DVDs, follow the steps below and refer to figures. 1. a. When the power is on, press the eject button to open the drawer slightly . Figure 4-2 Pressing the eject button b. Pressing the eject button will not op en the drawer when the drive’s power is off. If the power is off, you can [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-4 Operating Basics 2. Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opene d. Figure 4-4 Pulling the drawer open 3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the drawer . Figure 4-5 Inserting a CD/DVD 4. Press gently at the center of the CD/DVD until you feel it click into place. The CD/DVD should lie belo w the top of the sp ind le,[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics 5. Push the center of the drawer to close it. Press gently until i t locks into place. Figure 4-6 Closing the drawer Removing discs T o remove the CD/DVD, follow the steps below an d refe r to below figure. 1. T o pop the drawer partially open, press the eject button. Gently pull the drawer out until it is full[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-6 Operating Basics Figure 4-7 Removing a CD/DVD 3. Push the center of the drawer to close it. Press gently until i t locks into place. Function button This section describes abou t Function button. Six buttons are provided with some models. Figure 4-8 Function button *Windows Media Player 1 1 Icon Functi on button DVD *CD/None Mu[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics W riting CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Some models are e quipped with CD -RW/DVD-ROM drive which can be used to write data to either CD-R or CD-RW discs. The following applications for writing ar e su pplied: TOSHIBA Disc Creator . Import ant message (CD-R W/DVD-R OM drive ) Before you write or rewrite to CD-R/R W[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-8 Operating Basics ■ Write from the computer ’s HDD to th e CD. Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN serv er or any other network device. ■ Writing with software other than T OSHIBA Disc Creator has not been confirmed. Therefore, operati on with other software cannot be guaranteed. When w riting or rewritin[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics W riting CD/ DVDs on DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) dr ive Some models are equip ped with a full -size DVD Super Multi (+-R DL ) drive, which can be used to write dat a to either CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/- RW/+R/+RW/-RAM/+R DL/-R DL discs. The followi ng applications for writing are supplied: TOSHIBA Disc Creator . Ulead DV[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-10 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 damage befo re you use it. ■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW , DVD-RW , DVD+RW or DVD- RAM is affected by the qu ality of the disc and the way it is used. ■ There a[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics ■ Y ou can use DVD-RAM discs that can be removed from a cartridge and DVD-RAM discs designed without a cartridge. Y ou cannot use a disc with a 2.6 GB single-sided capacity or 5.2 GB double-sided capacity . ■ Other DVD-ROM drives for computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD-R/-R DL/-R W [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-12 Operating Basics When w riting or rewriting Please observe/consider the followi ng when you write or rewrite to a CD- R/-RW , DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/-RAM or DVD+R/+R DL/+RW disc. ■ Do not perform any of the following actions: ■ Change users in the Windows Vista™ operating system. ■ Operate the computer for any other function,[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics TOSHIBA Disc Creator Note the following limitations when you use TOSHIBA Disc Creator: ■ DVD-Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator . ■ DVD-Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator . ■ Y o u ca nnot use TOSHIBA Disc Creator's 'Audio CD for Car or Home CD Player' funct[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-14 Operating Basics Dat a verification T o verify that data has been written or rewritten correctly 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 the following two steps: ■ Click the settin g bu tton ( ) for writing on the main toolba[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics How to make a DVD-Video Simplified steps for making a DVD-Video from video data captured from a DV -Camcorder: 1. Click [S tart] - [All Programs] - [DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA] -[Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Launcher] to launch DVD MovieFactory . 2. Insert a DVD-RW or DVD+R W disc in Burner . 3. Click [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-16 Operating Basics ■ Do not operate DVD MovieFactory immediately after turning on the computer . Plea se wait until all Disc Drive activity has stopped. ■ When recording to a DV -Camcorder , to ensure you capture all of your data, let the camcorder record for a few seconds before you begin recording your actual data. ■ CD [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics Media care This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD/DVD. Handle your media with care. The following simple precauti ons will increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on th em: CD/DVD 1. S tore you r CD/DVD in the container they ca me in to protect them and keep the[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-18 Operating Basics Using the software The web camera software is pre-configured to start when you turn on Windows Vista; if you need to restart it go to [Start] - [Programs] - [Camera Assistant Software] - [Camera Assistant Software]. Figure 4-10 Using the Software Capture Still Image Click to see a preview of the captured image[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics Using the microphone Y ou can use the b uilt-in or an external microphone th at connects to the microphone jack to record monaural sounds into your appl ication s. It can also be used to issue voice commands to applications that support such functions.(Built-in microphone is provided with some models) Since yo[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-20 Operating Basics TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIA TES A ND SUPPLIERS SHALL HA VE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE T O OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DA T A, NE TWORK S YSTEMS OR REMOV ABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESUL TING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT , EVEN IF AD VISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF . How to register the Fac[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-21 Operating Basics 10. If verification is successful, click the Next button and register an account. 1 1. Register the acc ou n t. Fill in the account registration fields. ■ Fill in the User N ame, User Full name, Log on to, Password and Re- enter password fields. When you have finished it, click Next button. 12. The Managemen[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-22 Operating Basics AUTO Mode Login screen 1. T urn on the computer . 2. The Select Tiles screen will be displaye d. 3. Select S t art face recongnition . 4. " Please turn your face to the camera " will be dis- played. 5. V erification will be performe d. If the authentication is successful, the image data taken in step[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-23 Operating Basics Region selectio n T elecommunication re gulations vary from one region to anoth er , so you will need to make sure the internal modem’s settings are correct for the region in which it will be used. T o select a region, follow the steps below . 1. In Windows Vista™, click start , point to All Programs , poi[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-24 Operating Basics Properties menu Click the icon with the secondary m ouse bu tton to displ ay the following menu. Figure 4-12 The menu list (Wind ows Vist a™) Setting Y ou can enab le or disable the following setti ngs: AutoRun Mod e The Region Select utility starts aut omatically when you start up the operating system. Open[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-25 Operating Basics 2. Plug the other end of the modula r cable into a telep hone jack. Figure 4-13 Connecting the internal modem Disconnecting T o disconnect the inte rnal modem cable, follow the steps below . 1. Pinch the lever on the co nnector in the telephone jack a nd pull out the connector . 2. Disconnect the cable from th[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-26 Operating Basics ■ 1 1a, 1 1b, 1 1g and 1 1n wireless ar e based on IEEE 8 02.1 1a, 802.1 1b, 802.1 1g and 802.1 1n respectively . Th e IEEE 802.1 1n specification has not been finalized and is currently in draft release. The TOSHIBA 1 1a/b/g/n Wireless LAN Adaptors are based on the draft release, version 2.0, of the IEEE 80[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-27 Operating Basics If you used the T ask Bar to disable Wireless LAN, restart the computer or follow the procedures below to enable the system to recognize Wirel ess LAN. Click [S tart] - [Control Panel] - [System and Maintenance] - [System] - [Device Manager] - [Network Adaptors] , and right cl ick the wireless device then choo[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-28 Operating Basics 2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until yo u hear the latch click into place. Figure 4-14 Connecting the LAN cable 3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector . Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub. Disconnecting LAN cable T o disconnect the LA[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-29 Operating Basics Moving the computer The computer is designed for rugged durability . However , a few si mple precautions taken when moving the com puter will help ensure trou ble-free operation. ■ Make sure all disk activities are terminated before moving the computer . Check if the Disk indicator and external device indica[...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-1 Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer ’s keyboard layout is co mpatible with a 104/105 -key enhanced keyboard. Pressing FN key an o ther keys can execute a ll enhanced keyboard function. 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 m[...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-2 The Keyboard Function keys: F1 … F12 The function keys, not to be confused with FN , are the 12 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 pr ess ed. Used in combin [...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-3 The Keyboard Hot keys Hot keys (pressing FN + a functi on or ESC key) let you 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 to s[...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-4 The Keyboard Hibernate Pressing FN + F4 switches the system to hibernation mode. Output Pressing FN + F5 changes the active display device. Brightness down Pressing FN + F6 decreases the computer ’s display panel brightness in individual steps. Brightness u p Pressing FN + F7 increases the computer ’s display panel brightne[...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard FN sticky key Y ou can use the T oshiba 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 . T o start the T oshiba Accessibility Utility , click Start → All Programs → TOS HI BA → Utilities → Accessibility . Windows special ke[...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-6 The Keyboard T urning on the overlays The numeric keypad overlay can be used for numeric data input or cursor and page control. Arrow mode T o turn on the Arrow mode, pr ess FN + F10 . The Arrow mode indicator lights. Now try cursor and page control using the keys shown in figure 5-1. Press FN + F10 again to turn off the overla[...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-7 The Keyboard T emporarily using overlay (overlay off) While using the normal keyboard, you ca n te mporarily use the keypad overlay without turning it on: 1. Press and hold down FN . 2. Check the keyboard in dicators. Pressing FN turns on the most recently used overlay . If the Nume ric mode indicator lights, you can use the ov[...]

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

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

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    User ’s Manual 6-3 Power and Power-up Modes DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine t he power status with the AC adaptor connected . 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[...]

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    User ’s Manual 6-4 Power and Power-up Modes T o ensure that the battery pack maintains it s 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[...]

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    User ’s Manual 6-5 Power and Power-up Modes Care and use of the battery p ack The battery pack is a vital component of po rtable computing. T aking prope r care of it will help ensu re longer operati ng time on battery power as well as a longer life for your battery pack. Foll ow the instructions in this section carefully to ensure safe operation[...]

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    User ’s Manual 6-6 Power and Power-up Modes explode or leak caustic liquid and cause death or serious injury . It could also fail or malfunction causin g data lose. 8. Never expose the battery pack to abnormal shock, vibration or pres- sure. The battery pack ’s internal prot ective device will fail, causing it to overheat, explode, ign ite or l[...]

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    User ’s Manual 6-7 Power and Power-up Modes leak, battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened. 6. Be sure to monitor the remaini ng battery power . If the battery pack and real time clock battery discharge completely . Sleep and hiberna- tion will not function and data in memory will be lose. Also, the com- [...]

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    User ’s Manual 6-8 Power and Power-up Modes Tim e The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a discharged battery . Ch arging time (hours) 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 no[...]

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    User ’s Manual 6-9 Power and Power-up Modes Monitoring batte ry ca p acity Remaining battery power can be monitore d in Power Op tions. 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 e[...]

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    User ’s Manual 6-10 Power and Power-up Modes Ret aining dat a with power off When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries retain data for the following approximate time periods. Retention Time Extending battery life T o maximize the life of your battery p acks: ■ At least once a mo nth, disconnect the computer fro[...]

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    User ’s Manual 6-1 1 Power and Power-up Modes Replacing the battery p ack When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating li fe you will need to install a new one. If the Battery indicator flashe s orange shortly after fully recharging the battery , the battery pack needs to be replaced. Y ou might also re pla ce a discharged battery pack [...]

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    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 [...]

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    User ’s Manual 6-13 Power and Power-up Modes St arting the comp uter by p assword If you have already registered a password, please enter the password manually to start the computer: T o start up the computer with the user password, follow these step s: 1. T urn on the power as describe d in Chapter 3, Ge tting Started . The fol- lowing message a[...]

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    User ’s Manual 6-14 Power and Power-up Modes System aut o off This feature turns the system of f automat ically if it is not used for a set duration. The system shuts down in sleep mode or hibernation mode.[...]

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    User ’s Manual 7-1 Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords 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 , CPU, Boot Priori ty , Keyboard, USB, LAN, and LED. Accessing HW S etup T o start the utility[...]

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    User ’s Manual 7-2 HW Setup and Passwords General This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons: Default and About . Setup This field displays the installed BIOS v ersion and date. 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 disp[...]

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    User ’s Manual 7-3 HW Setup and Passwords 3. Click the OK button. If the character stri ng 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[...]

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    User ’s Manual 7-4 HW Setup and Passwords 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 override the setti ngs and manually select a boot device by pressing one of the following keys whil e the compute r is booting: This procedur[...]

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    User ’s Manual 7-5 HW Setup and Passwords Keyboard Wa ke -up on Key b oa rd 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 USB Support Use this option to enable or disabl e USB[...]

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    User ’s Manual 7-6 HW Setup and Passwords Built-in LA N Enabled Enables built-in LAN functions. (Default) Disabled Disable s bu ilt-in LAN functions.[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-1 Chapter 8 Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer ’s capabilities and its versatility . The following optio nal devices are available from your TOSHIBA dealer: Cards/Memory ■ PC Card ■ ExpressCard ■ SD, SDHC, MS, MS Pro, MMC memory cards ■ Memory expansion Power devices ■ Additional battery pack (3[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-2 Optional Devices PC Card/ExpressCard Inst alling a P C Card/Express Card The PC card/ExpressCard sl ot is located on the left side of the computer . Y ou can install one PC card /ExpressCard in the slot. Windows’ hot-install feature allows you to install PC card/ExpressCard while the computer ’s power is on. T o install a P[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-3 Optional Devices Removing a PC card/Express Card T o remove the PC card/Express Card, follow the step s below . 1. In Windows Vista™, open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and disable the PC card/ExpressCard. 2. Press Eject button slightly to m a ke PC card/ExpressCard stretch out. 3. Grasp the PC card/Expre[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-4 Optional Devices Multiple digit al media card slot The computer is equi pped with a mul tip le digital media card slot that can accommodate Secure Digital (SD)/ Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)/ Memory S tick (MS)/Memory S tick Pro (MS Pro)/Multi Media Card (MMC) memory cards. These memory cards le t you ea si l y tran sfe r[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-5 Optional Devices Removing a SD/SDHC/MS/ MS Pro/MMC card T o remove the memory ca rd, follow the steps below . 1. In Windows Vista™, open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and disable th e inserted memory card. 2. Gently press the memory card inside the socket to eject it. 3. Grasp the card and remove it. Figu[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-6 Optional Devices Memory exp ansion Y ou can install additional me mory in the computer ’ s memory module to increase the amount of RAM. Inst alling m em ory mo dule T o install a memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then: 1. T urn the computer o ff in boot mode. Refer to the T urning off the power section in [...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-7 Optional Devices Figure 8-5 Removing the cover 6. Insert the memor y module into t he connector on the computer . Press the module carefully and firmly to ensure a solid conn ecti on. 7. Push the modu l e down so th at it lies flat and is secured by two latches. Figure 8-6 Inserting the memory mod ule Do not touch the connector[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-8 Optional Devices Figure 8-7 Pushing the memory module down 8. Seat the cover and secure it with one screw . 9. When you turn the computer on, it should automatical ly recognize the total memory capacity . Use the HW Setup program to verify that the added memory is recognized. If it is not recognized, check the mod- ule’s conn[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-9 Optional Devices Figure 8-8 Removing the memory modu le 7. Seat the cover and secure it with one screw . Additional battery p ack (3 cell, 6 Cell and 9 Cell) Y ou can increase the po rtability of t he computer with add itional battery packs (3 Cell:P A3533U-1BRS/P A 3533U-1BAS), 6 Cell: P A3534U- 1BRS/P A3534U-1BAS, 9 Cell: P A[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-10 Optional Devices When you turn on the power , the co m puter automatically recognizes the monitor and determines whether it is color or monoch rome. Y ou can use the HW Setu p to select be tween Auto-Selected and LCD+Analog RGB displays. Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords . If you have selected LCD+Analog RGB under the[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-1 1 Optional Devices Setting for display vide o on HDMI T o view video on the HDMI device, be sure to con fig ure th e following settings otherwise you may find that nothing is displayed . Settings for audio on HDM I T o set the audio device to use the HDMI, follow the steps below . 1. Click Start. 2. Click Control Panel. 3. Clic[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-12 Optional Devices Attach one end of a cable to the desk and the other end to the security lock slot on the right si de of the computer . Figure 8-10 Security lock S ECURITY LOCK K EY[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-1 Chapter 9 T roubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for dur ability . However , should problems occur , followin g the procedures i n this chapter can help to determine the cause. All readers should become familiar with this chapter . Knowin g what mi ght go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring. Prob lem so lving[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-2 T roubleshooting Preliminary c hecklist Consider the simplest solution first. The items in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem. ■ Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer . This include s your pri nter and an y othe r external device you are[...]

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

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    User ’s Manual 9-4 T roubleshooting This message remains on the screen for a few seconds. If the self test is successful, the computer tries to load the opera ting system. Depending on how the Boot Priority is set in the Hardware Setup, the computer tries to load first from drive A th en from drive C, or first from drive C then from drive A. If a[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-5 T roubleshooting Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery , check the DC IN indicator as wel l as the battery indicator . For information on indicators and battery operation see Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes . Problem Procedure Battery doesn’t power the computer The battery may be discharged - connect the AC ad[...]

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

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    User ’s Manual 9-7 T roubleshooting Hard disk drive CD-RW/DVD-ROM, DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) dri ve For more inf ormation, refe r to Chapte r 4, Op erating Basics . Problem Pro cedure Computer does not boot from hard disk drive Check if a diskette is in the diskette drive or a CD/DVD is in the optical disc drive. Remove any diskette and/or CD/DVD [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-8 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. Some CD/DVDs run correctly , but others do not The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem. Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software?[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-9 T roubleshooting T ouchpad Problem Pro cedure On-screen pointer does not respond to Pad operation The system might be busy . If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass, wait for it to resu me its normal shape and try aga in to move it. Double-tapping does not work T ry changing the double-click speed se tting in the mouse control[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-10 T roubleshooting USB mouse This section applies on ly with Windows Vista™ operating systems. PC Card/ExpressCard Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . Problem Pro cedure On-screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation The system might be busy . If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass, wait for it to resu me its [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-1 1 T roubleshooting SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC card Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . External Monitor Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices , and to yo ur monitor ’s documentation. Sound system Problem Pro cedure Memory card error occurs Reseat the memory card to make sure it is firmly connected. Check the card’s d[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-12 T roubleshooting USB Refer also to your USB device’ s documentation. Modem Check Windows Device Manager . Make sure the sound function is enabled and that settings for I/O address, Interrupt level and DMA are correct for your software and do not conflict with other hardware devices that you may have connected to the computer[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-13 T roubleshooting Sleep/Hibernation After making a call you can’t hear a rin g Make sure the tone or pulse selection in your communications application is set correctly . Y o u can also use the A TD command. Refer to the chapter on A T commands in online help files for Appendix C, A T Command . Communication is cut off unexpe[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-14 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 . Recovery discs Problem Pro cedure Cannot access LAN Check for a firm cable connectio n betwee n the LAN jack and the L[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-15 T roubleshooting T OSHIBA sup port If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to cont act TOSHIBA for additional techni cal assistance. Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system so it is import a[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-16 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 . Ltd. Information Systems Division 84-92 T alavera Roa d North Ryde N.S.W . 21 13 Sydne[...]

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    User ’s Manual 10-1 Chapter 10 Disclaimers This chapter slates the Disclaime r(s) information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. CPU Central Processing Unit ("CP U") Performance Disclaimer. CPU performance in your comp uter pr oduct may vary from specific ati ons under the following conditi ons: ■ use of certain external peripheral prod[...]

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    User ’s Manual 10-2 Disclaimers 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 an[...]

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    User ’s Manual 10-3 Disclaimers Battery life Battery life may vary considerably depend ing on product model, configuration, applications, power ma nagement settings a nd features utilized, as well as the natural perf ormance variations produced by the design of indi vidual components. Pu blished battery life numbers are achieved on select mod els[...]

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    User ’s Manual 10-4 Disclaimers Wireless LAN 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 configurations. The actual transmission speed wi[...]

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    User ’s Manual Appendixes-1 A ppendix es T able of Contents Appendix A Specifications............. ........... ............... ........... ........... .............. ..... A-1 Appendix B Display Controller ............... ..... ...... ........ ...... ...... ..... ...... ..... ...... ..... B-1 Appendix C V .90/V .92 ........ ........... ..........[...]

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    User ’s Manual A-1 Appendix A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the computer ’ s technical specifications. En vir onmental r equir ements P ower requirements 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 to10,000 meters AC ad[...]

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    User ’s Manual A-2 S pecifications Built-in modem The ability of th is feature is d epending on the model you purchased . Network control unit (NCU) T ype of NCU AA T ype o f line T e lephone line (an alog only) T ype of d ialing Pulse To n e Control command A T comma nds EIA-578 commands Monitor function Computer ’s speaker Communication sp ec[...]

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    User ’s Manual B-1 Appendix B Display Controller Display controller The display controller in te rprets software commands into hardware com- mands that turn particular pixels on or off. The controller is an advanced Video Graphics Array (VGA) that provides Super VGA (SVGA) and Extended Graphics Array (XGA) support for the internal LCD and externa[...]

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    User ’s Manual C-1 Appendix C V .90/V .92 The TOSHIBA internal modem uses V .90 technolog y . The modem is capable of downstream speeds of 56Kbps (kilobits per second) when connected to an Internet service provi der that su pports V .90/V .92. As with any modem, the actual throughput (speed of data transfer) depends on analog telephone line co nd[...]

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    User ’s Manual C-2 V .90/V .92 T able Result codes for a V .90 connection *EC stands for the Error Control me thod, which appears only when the extended result codes configuration op tion is enabled . EC is replaced by one of the following symbols, depending on the error control method used. No. Result code D escription 70 CONNECT 32000 EC* Conne[...]

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    User ’s Manual C-3 V .90/V .92 A T Command V42bis V .42 error control a nd V .42bis data compression V42 V .42 er ror control on l y NoEC No error control pro to co l -V90=* V .90 Dial Line Rate -V90 sets the maximum V .90 downstream that the modem attempts to connect -V90=0 V .9 0 disabled -V90=1 V .9 0 enabled: autom atic speed selection - maxi[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-1 Appendix D 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 Radio c haract eri stics Radio characteristics of Wireless LAN cards may vary according to: ■ Country/region where the produ ct was purcha sed ■ T ype of product For[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-2 Wireless LAN Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations. Although Wireless LAN wireless networking pro ducts have been design ed for operation in the license-free 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz ba nd, local radio regulations may impose a nu mber of limitations to the use of wireless communication equipmen t. The rang[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-3 Wireless LAN When installing Wireless LAN card s, the channel configuration is managed as follows: ■ For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN infrastructure, the Wireless LAN card will automatically start operation at the channel identified by the Wireless LAN Ac cess Point. When roamin g between different access p[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-4 Wireless LAN countries/regions that in which these channels can be used . *3 These channels are available to A/B/G combo type only . *4 Available Area: US (USA, CANADA) only .[...]

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    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 local standards and the specifications listed as below: Certification agencies Length: Minimum 1.7 meters Wire size : Minimum 0.75 mm 2 Current rating: Minimum 2[...]

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    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[...]

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    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 manager ASCII: American S tandard Code for Informatio n Interchange[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-2 Glossary I/O: input/output IrDA: Infrared Data Association IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitti ng diode LSI: large scale integration MB: megabyte OCR: optical character recognition (reader) PCB: printed circuit board PCI: peripheral component interconnect RAM: random access [...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-3 Glossary ANSI: American National S tandards Institute. An organization established to adopt and define standards for a variety of technical disciplines. For example, ANSI defined the ASCII standard and other information processing requirements. antist atic: A material used to prevent the buildup of static electricity . [...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-4 Glossary 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 stores a co py of this data in cache memory . The next time the CPU needs that same data, it looks for it in the cache memory rather than the main memory , whi[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-5 Glossary Composite Video (YUV): A standard video signal used to transmit i mages, e.g. from a VCR to a TV . computer prog ram: A set of instructions written for a compu ter that enable it to achieve a desired result. computer system: A combination of hardware, software, firmware, and peripheral components assembled to p[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-6 Glossary Digit al Audio: An audio compression st andard that enables high-quality transmission and real-time playb ack of sound files. disk driv e: The device that randomly accesses i nformation on a disk an d copies it to the compu ter ’s memory . It also writes data from memory to the disk. T o accomplish these ta s[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-7 Glossary escape: 1) A code (ASCII code 27), sig naling the comput er that what follows are commands; used with periph eral de vices such as printers and modems. 2) A means of aborting the task currently in progress. escape guard time : A time before and after an escape code is sent to the modem which distinguishes betwe[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-8 Glossary hardware: The physical el ectronic and mechanical co mponents of a computer system: typically , the comput er itself, external disk drives, etc. See also software and firmware. hertz: A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second. hexadecimal: The base 16 numbering system composed of the dig its 0 t[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-9 Glossary K K: T aken from the Greek word kilo, meaning 1000; often used as equivale nt to 1024, or 2 ra ised to the 10th power . See also byte and kilobyte. KB: See kilobyte. keyboard: An input devi ce containing switches that are activated by manually pressing marked ke ys. Ea ch keystroke activates a switch that trans[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossary-10 Glossary monitor: A device that uses rows and columns of pixels to display alphanumeric characters or grap hic images. See al so CRT . motherboard: A name sometimes used to refe r to the main printed circuit board in processing e quipment. It usually contains integrated circuits that perform the processor ’s basic fun[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossary-1 1 Glossary pel: The smallest area of the display that can be addressed by software. Equal in size to a pixel or group of pixels. See pixe l. peripheral comp on ent interconnect: An i ndustry standard 32-bit bus. peripheral device: An I/O device that is external to the central processor and/or main memory such as a printe[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossary-12 Glossary ROM: Read Only Memory: A nonvolatile memory chip manufactured to contain information that con trols the computer ’s basic operation. Y ou cann ot access or chan ge information stored in ROM. S S-Video: Short for Super-Video , a type of connection used by S-VHS videocassette players, camcorders, DVD players, e[...]

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    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[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-1 Inde x A AC adaptor, 1-6, 2-5, A-1 DC IN 19V port, 2-5 additional, 1-14, 8-9 connecting, 3-2 problems, 9-5 safety instructions, -ii, -xxx ASCII characters, 5-7 Auto power on, See Po wer B Battery charging, 6-7 indicator, 2- 10 life, 10-3 monitoring capacity, 6-9 Real Time Clock battery, 1-6, 6-4 retention time, 6-10 types, [...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-2 Index External monitor, 8-9 controller, B-1 HW Setup, 7-3 port, 1-6 problems, 9-13 F 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 (lo[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-3 Index Keypad overlay, 1-8, 5-5 arrow mode, 5-5 numeric mode, 5-6 temporarily changing modes, 5-7 temporarily using norma l keyboard (overlay on), 5 - 6 temporarily using overlay (overlay off), 5-6 turning on the overlays, 5-5 L LAN, 1-7, 4-25 cable types, 4-25 connecting, 4-25 disconnecting, 4-26 indicator, 4- 26 Lock, secu[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-4 Index power, 9-4 recovery discs, 9-16 SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD card, 9-12 self test, 9-4 sleep/hibernation, 9-15 sound system, 9-13 system start-up, 9-3 TOSHIBA support, 9-17 touchpad, 9-10 USB, 9-14 USB mouse, 9-11 Wireless LAN, 9-16 Processor, 1-2 R Real Time Clock battery, See Battery Recovery media, 3-9 Restarting the c[...]