Toshiba A300 manual

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    TO S H I B A Satellite A300/ Satellite Pro A300/ Satellite A300D/ Satellite Pro A300D 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 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 A300/Satellite Pro A300/Satellite[...]

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    User ’s Manual ii Bluetooth™ is a registered trademark owne d by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license. DVD MovieFactory is tradema rks of the Ulead Systems. Inc. Labelflash™ is a trademark of Y AMAHA CORPORA TION. Manufactured under license fro m Dolb y Laboratories. “Dolby” and the dou- ble-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby La[...]

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    User ’s Manual iii 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 computer yourself. Always follow installation instructions cl osely . ■ Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other container where metal objects (such [...]

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    User ’s Manual iv 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 residential installation.[...]

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    User ’s Manual v BSMI notice (T aiwan on ly) EU Declar atio n of Comf ormit y Supplementary Information: The product complies with the requireme nts Of the Low V oltage Directive 2006 /95/EC,the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.” This product is carrying the CE-Ma r k in accordance wi th the related European Di[...]

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    User ’s Manual vi Modem warning notice Conformity statement The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decisio n “CTR21”] for pan-European single termi nal connectio n to the Public Sw itched T elephone Network (PSTN). However , due to differences between the individual PST Ns provided in different countries/regions the approv al does not[...]

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    User ’s Manual vii Redial Up to two redial atte mpts can be made. If more th an two redial attempts are made, the mode m will return Black Listed . If you are e xperiencing prob- lems with the Black Listed code, set the interval between redia ls at one minute or longer . Japan’ s T elecommunications Business Law permits up to two redials on ana[...]

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    User ’s Manual viii T elephone company procedures The goal of the telephone co mpany is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be ne cessary for them to make changes in their equipment, opera ti ons, or procedures. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the tel[...]

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    User ’s Manual ix 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 requirements as prescribed in the appropriate T erminal Equipment T echnical Req uirements d[...]

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    User ’s Manual x Notes for users in Aust ralia and New Zealand Modem w arning 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 configure to ensure compliance with Austel standards when the country/region selection is set to Australia . The use[...]

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    User ’s Manual xi ■ Some parameters required fo r compliance with T elecom’s P TC S pecifications are dependent on th e equipment (PC) associate d with this modem. The associated equipm en t shall be set to operate within the following limits for complianc e with T elecom S pecifications: (a) There shall be no more than 10 call atte mpts to t[...]

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    User ’s Manual xii ■ The transmit level from this device is set at a fixed level and because o f this there may be circumstances where the performance is less than optimal. Before rep orting such occurrences a s faults, please check the line with a standard T elepermitted telephone, and only report a fa ult if the phone performance is impaired.[...]

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    User ’s Manual xiii Following information is only for EU-memb er S t ates ENERGY ST AR ® Program The symbol indica tes that this pr oduc t may not be treated as household waste. Please ensure this product is properly disposed as ina ppropriate waste handling of this product may caus e potential haza rds to the environ- ment and human h ealth. Fo[...]

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    User ’s Manual xiv Optical disc drive st andards TOSHIBA Satellite A300/Satellite Pro A300/Satellite A300D/Satell ite Pro A300D series computer is shippe d with one of the following drive s preinstalled: DVD Super Multi (+-R DL), DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) /w Label Flash, HD DVD-ROM, or HD DVD-RW drive. The drive has one of the following label s: C[...]

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    User ’s Manual xv DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive Panasonic UJ-870B/UJ-870F HLDS GSA-T40N/GSA-T40F Location of the required label COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIA TION PERFORMANCE ST ANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J. MANUF ACTURED Panasonic Communications C o., Ltd. 1-62, 4-Chome Mino shima Hakata-ku Fukuoka, Japan Location of the required label COMPLIES WITH [...]

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    User ’s Manual xvi Pioneer DVR-KD08TBM/DVR-KD08TBF T oshiba Samsung TS-L632H/TS-L632 P 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 AN Location of the required label PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUF ACT[...]

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    User ’s Manual xvii HD DVD-ROM drive T oshiba SD-L802B HD DVD-R W drive T oshiba SD-L912A Location of the required label PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUF ACTURER TO COMPL Y WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER1, SUBCHAPTER J, APP LICABLE A T THE DA TE OF MANUF ACTURE. MANUF ACTURED TOSHIBA CORPORA TION 1-1-1, SHIBAURA, MINA TO-KU, TOKYO 105-8001, JAP [...]

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    User ’s Manual xviii 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 s[...]

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

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    User ’s Manual xx 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 xxi Keyboard indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Optical disc drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 About the HD DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Region codes for DVD drives [...]

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    User ’s Manual xxii Using optical di sc drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 1 1 Loading discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1 1 Removing discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14 Function button . . . . [...]

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    User ’s Manual xxiii Connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44 Disconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-45 Using the FM tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-45 Wireless communi catio[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxiv Retaining data with power off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10 Extending battery life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10 Replacing the battery p ack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 1 Removing the battery pack . . . . . . .[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxv Chapter 9 T roubleshooting Problem solving process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1 Preliminary checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Analyzing the problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Hardware[...]

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

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    User ’s Manual xxvii Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Satellite A300/Satellite Pro A300/Satellite A300D/Satellite Pro A300D series computer . This pow- erful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to provide years of relia- ble, high-performance comp uting. This manual tel ls how to set up and begin using your Satellite[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxviii Preface 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 comput er’s power resources and battery save modes. Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords , explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup pr[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxix 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 xxx General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety , minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability . Ho we ver , certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damag e to the computer . Be certain to read the general precau tions below and to note the caution[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxxi General Precautions Heat injury ■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer . If the computer is used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the temperature will not feel hot to th e touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time, for example if you rest the computer on [...]

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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 and packaging materials for future use. Hardware Check to make sure you have al l the following items: ■ Satellite A300/[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-2 Introduction Sof tware Microsoft ® Windows V ista ™ The following software is preinstalled: ■ Microsoft ® Windows Vista™ ■ Modem Driver (Can be used only for Modem models) ■ Bluetooth Driver (Can be used only for Bluetooth models) ■ Display Drivers for Windows ■ Fingerprint utility (Can be used onl y for Fingerp[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-3 Introduction Features This computer incorporates the following fea tures and benefits: Processor Memory Built-in Please visit your region’ s website for the configura tion det ails of the mode l that you have purchased. Slots PC2-5300 512 MB, 1024 MB or 2048 MB memory modules can be installed in the two memory slots. Maximum [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-4 Introduction Vi deo RAM Depending on the model you purchased. Mobile Intel ® GM965 Express Chipset/Mobile Intel ® GL960 Express Chipset model: Video RAM capacity shares with main memory , and the proportion depe nds on Dynamic Video Memory T echnology . Mobile Intel ® GM965 Express Chipset/Mobile Intel ® PM965 Express Chips[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-5 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 1-6 Introduction DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD Super Multi (+- R DL) drive module that allows you to 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 24 spe[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-7 Introduction HD DVD-ROM drive Some models are equipped with a full-size HD DVD-ROM drive module that allows you to run CD/DVD/HD DVDs without using an adaptor. The drive reads DVD-ROMs at a maximum 8x speed, CD-ROMs at a maximum 24x speed, and HD DVDs at a maximum 1x speed. It write s CD-Rs at up to 16x speed, CD-RWs at up to 1[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-8 Introduction HD DVD-RW drive Some models are equipped with a full-size HD DVD-RW drive module that allows you to run CD/DVD/HD DVDs without using an adaptor. The drive reads DVD-ROMs at a maximum 8x speed, CD-ROMs at a maximum 24x speed, and HD DVD-ROMs at a maximum 2. 4x speed. It writes CD-Rs at up to 16x speed, CD-RWs at up [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-9 Introduction 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 details. Built-in A touchpad and control buttons in the palm rest enable control of the on-screen poi nter . Ba[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-10 Introduction Slots Multime dia Communications Infrared receiver window This is a sensor window that receives signals from the remote controller which is provided wi th your computer . (Provi ded with some models) Multiple d igital media slot This slot allows you to easily transfer data from devices, such as digita l cameras an[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-1 1 Introduction Security Sof tware Modem Some computers in this series are equipped with an internal modem. The internal modem provides capability for data and fax communication. It supports V .90 (V .92). Refer to V .90 section in . The speed of date transfer and fax depends on analog telephone l ine conditions. It has a modem [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-12 Introduction 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 . Hot keys Key combinations a llow yo u to quickly m[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-13 Introduction Panel power on/o ff This feature turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the panel is opened. This can be specified in the Power Optio ns. Low battery automatic hibernatio n mode When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cann ot be conti[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-14 Introduction T OSHIBA V alue Added Package This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features preinstalled on the computer . TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the features of more various power supply managements. TOSHIBA Button Support This utility controls the following computer button functions. ?[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-15 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 TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that provides easy access to help and servi ces. HW S[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-16 Introduction TOS HI BA ConfigFree ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy control of communication device and network connections. ConfigFree also allows you to find communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between location and communication networks. Y ou can boot ConfigFree from the menu bar as [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-17 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: Fingerprint utility cannot be used in m odels tha t do not have a fingerprint module in stal led. Windows Mobility Center This section describes the Windows Mobility Cente[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-18 Introduction Battery Pack An additional battery pack 3 cell type (P A3533U- 1BRS/ P A3533U-1BAS), 6 cell type (P A3534U- 1BRS/ P A3534U-1BAS) and 9 cell type (P A3535U-1BRS/ P A3535U-1BAS) can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer . The battery pack is identical to the one that came with your computer . Use it as a spare or re[...]

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

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    User ’s Manual 2-2 The Grand T our Front edge l ogo Front edge logo indicates the computer serie s you bought. (The availabil ity of this function depends on the model 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[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-3 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 External monitor port This 15-pin port a llows you to connect an external monitor . Fan vent Provides air flow for the fan. F AN VENT E XTERNAL MONITOR PORT I .LINK (IEEE1 394) PORT E XPRESS C ARD SLOT V IDEO - OUT[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-4 The Grand T our Universal ser ial bus (USB 2.0) ports The two universal serial bus (USB) port s comply with USB Serial 2.0 standards, which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1 standards. The ports with the icon ( ) has USB Sleep and Charge function and also support USB 1.1. Keep foreign objects out of [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-5 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 Universal ser ial bus (USB 2.0) ports The two universal serial bus (USB) port s comply with USB Serial 2.0 standards, which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1 standards. The ports with [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-6 The Grand T our Back side Figure 2-4 show s the computer’s back side. Figure 2-4 The computer ’s back side Modem jack In areas where an internal modem is installed as standard equipment, th ere is a modem jack that allows you to use a mod ular cable to connect the modem directly to a telephone line. The modem is not support[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-7 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 compute r Battery p ack The battery pack powers the computer when the AC adaptor is not co nnected. Th e Batteries section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-[...]

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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 , li ft the display up and positi on the display a t a comfortable viewing angle. Figure 2-6 The front with the display open Display sc reen The full-color LCD displa ys high-contrast text and gra[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-9 The Grand T our Fingerprin t 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 acces[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-10 The Grand T our Function button Six buttons are provided with some models. Available for use: Mute, CD/DVD/HD DVD, Play/Pause, Stop, Previous, Next. 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. Please hand[...]

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    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 DC IN The DC IN indicator glows white/gree n when DC power is supplied from the AC power adaptor . If the adaptor ’s output voltage is abnormal or if the power [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-12 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 the keyboard is in all-caps mode. Figure 2-8 CAPS LOCK indicator When the F10 key indicator glows the keypad overlay allows you to control the cursor . When[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-13 The Grand T our Optical disc drive A DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive, a HD DVD-ROM drive or a HD DVD-RW drive. When the computer is accessi n g a CD/DVD/HD DVD, an indica tor on the drive glows. About the HD DVD This section describes the features , use of HD DVD and HD DVD Media. Summary HD DVD allows users to enjoy video, con[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-14 The Grand T our ■ Viewing of HD DVD content on an external display require s a HDCP capable HDMI TM or DVI input on the external displ ay . ■ Make sure to connect the computer's AC adaptor when playing a HD DVD. ■ CPU power is concentrated on HD DVD playback when playing a HD DVD, so make sure to exit all other appl[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-15 The Grand T our W rit able disc s This section describes the types of writ able CD/DVD/HD DVD discs. Check the specifications for your drive to for 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 da[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-16 The Grand T our DVD Supe r Multi (+ -R DL) driv e The full-size DVD Super Multi drive (+-R DL) module allows you to 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 (maxim[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-17 The Grand T our HD DVD-RW drive The full-size HD DVD-RW drive module allows you to record data to rewrit- able CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") HD DVD,12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs withou t using an adaptor . DVD read 8 speed (maximum) DVD-R write 4 speed (maximum) DVD-RW write 4 speed (maximum) D[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-18 The Grand T our Full size remote controller Figure 2-10 Full size remote controller P AUSE P OWER P LAY R ECORD S TOP F AST F ORWARD S KIP M ORE INFORMATION S TART O K M UTE R EWIND R EPLAY B ACK A RROWS C HANNEL /P AGE L IVE TV D VD MENU N UMBERS E NTER V OLUME + V OLUME - G UIDE R ECORDED TV C LEAR[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-19 The Grand T our Power S t arts or terminate the operating system. This button functions like the pow er button of your computer . By default, the Sl eep mode is equivalent to the power off st ate of your computer . T o change the setting, cl ick Start → Control panel → System an d Maintenan ce → Power Options → Choose [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-20 The Grand T our More information The button provides more detail information. Arrows Moves the cursor to navigate within Media Center windows. OK Selects the desired acti on or window opti on. It acts lik e the ENTER Key . V olume + Increases the volume while viewing DVDs or replaying CDs. V olume - Decreases the volume while [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-21 The Grand T our Slim size r emote controller Figure 2-1 1 Slim size remote controller Numbers Allows you to select a channel or chapter number while CD/DVD replay . Numbers, lette rs or symbol s can be ente red. T o select a channel or chapter number of two or more digits, press the buttons sequenti ally . For example, press t[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-22 The Grand T our Brightness up Increases the computer ’s display panel brightness in individual steps. Power S t arts or terminate the operating system. This button functions like the pow er button of your computer . By default, the Sl eep mode is equivalent to the power off st ate of your computer . T o change the setting, c[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-23 The Grand T our Using the rem ote contro ller Some computers include a remote contro l unit, which allo ws you to control some of your computer ’s functions from a distant location. Operational range of the remote controller Point the remote controller at your computer and press a button. The operational angle and distance a[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-24 The Grand T our Figure 2-12 Operational range of t he remote controller R EMOTE CONTROLLER * I NFRARE D RECEIVER WINDOW 30 DEGREES 30 DEGREES 15 DEGREES ( VERTICALLY ) 5 M *T HE APPEARANCE OF THE PROVIDED REMOTE CONTROLLER MAY VARY FROM MODEL TO MODEL , AND IT IS NOT PROVIDED WITH SOME MO DELS . Even if within the effective sc[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-25 The Grand T our Inst alling/Rem oving ba tteries Be sure to install the provided AA type or CR2016 type batteries before using the remote controller . The procedures for installing and re moving the batteries vary depending on the type of the remote controller . Check the type and then install or remove the batteries as instru[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-26 The Grand T our Installing the batteries Full size remote c ontroller 1. Open the battery cover on the back side of the remote co ntroller . Sl ide the cover in the direction of the arrow to remove the cover . Figure 2-13 Opening the battery cover 2. Insert the batterie s in plac e. Be sure to place the batteries with their po[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-27 The Grand T our Slim size remote controller 1. Open the battery cover on the back side of the remo te controller . Figure 2-16 Opening the battery cover 2. Be sure to place the ba tteries with correct polarities. Press the battery down to the stopper then push it forward to fit into the battery case. Figure 2-17 Inserting the [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-28 The Grand T our Replacing the batteries When the batteries in the remote controller reach the end of their life, the remote controller may not operate correctly or work only within a short distance from your computer . In this instance, you should p urchase new batteries and replace the discharged ones. Full size remote c ontr[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-29 The Grand T our Placing slim size remote con troller Inserting a slim size remote controller T o insert the slim size remote control ler , follow the setps below. 1. Make sure the ExpressCa rd slot is empty . 2. Set the front side upward and insert the slim size remote controller . Figure 2-21 Inserting the slim size remote co[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-30 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 batte ry , 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 t arting up for the first time ■ T urning off the power ■ Resta rting the comp uter ■ System recovery opti[...]

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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 , lift the panel up and adjust it 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 1. If the external disk[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-4 Getting S tarted St arting up for the first time When you first turn on the power , the computer ’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 (Boot) , hibernation mode or slee[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-5 Getting S tarted Benefits of hiber nati on mode The hibernation feature provides the following benefits: ■ Saves data to the hard disk when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery . ■ Y ou can return to your previo us working environment immediately when you turn on the comput er . ■ Saves power by [...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-6 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 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 peripher[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-7 Getting S tarted Executing sleep mode Y ou can enter sleep mode in one of th ree ways: 1. Click Windows S tart button, po int to , and then click Sleep . 2. Close the display panel. This feature mu st be enabled. Refer to the Power Options in the Control Panel. 3. Press the power button . This feature must be enabled. Refe r to[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-8 Getting S tarted System recovery options About 1.5 GB hidden partition is a lloca ted on the hard disk drive for the system recovery options. This p artition stores files which can be used to repair the system in th e event of a problem. System recove ry options The system recovery options feature is installed on the hard disk [...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-9 Getting S tarted Restoring the preinst alled softw are from the recov ery HDD A portion of the total hard disk dr ive space is configured as a hidden recovery partition. This p artition stores files which can be used to restore preinstalled software in the event of a problem. When re-setting up your hard disk, do no t change, d[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-10 Getting S tarted b. Press the F9 key to set to default settin gs, and select Ye s . c. Press the F10 key to save the changes, and select Ye s . d. When the TOSHIBA Leading Innovation>>> prompt appears, press the F12 key to display the Boot menu. Go to the (3.)step . 3. Use the up o r down cursor key to select CD/DVD i[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-1 Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operation s including using the touchpad, the fingerprint sensor , optica l disc drives, Audio/Video controls, the web camera, the microphone, the internal modem, the FM tuner , wireless communication and LAN. It also provides tips on caring for your computer , [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-2 Operating Basics Figure 4-1 T ouchpad, touchpad cont rol buttons and fingerpring sensor Using the fingerprint sen sor This product has a fingerp rint utility installed for the purpose of enrolling and recognizing fingerprints. By enrolling the ID and password to the fingerprint authenticati on device, it is no longer necessary [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics How to swip e the finger Using the following steps when swiping fin gers for fingerprint registration or authentication will help to mi nimi ze authenticati on failures: 1. Align the first joint of th e finger to the center of the sensor . Lightly touch the sensor and swipe finger levelly towards you. 2. While [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-4 Operating Basics Point s to note abo ut the fingerprint se nsor Failure to follo w these guidelines might result in (1 ) damage to the se nsor or cause sensor failure, (2) finger recognition problems, or lower finger rec- ognition success rate. ■ Do not scratch or poke the sensor wit h your nails or any hard or sharp objects.[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics ■ The fingerprint for each finger is different and unique. Please ensure that only the registered or enrolled fi ngerprint or fingerprin ts are used for identifi cation. ■ Check sliding position and speed. ■ The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint. However [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-6 Operating Basics Fingerprint sensor limit ations ■ The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint. ■ A warning message will be displayed when recog nition is abnormal or recognition is not successful within a fixed duration . ■ The recognition success rate may dif fer from user to[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics 2. The Enter Windows Password screen is displayed. Enter a password into th e Enter Windo ws Password field. Click Next . 3. The Control Center screen is displ ayed. Click the non-enrolled finge r icon above the finger . 4. The Fingerpri nt Enrollment screen is displayed. Confirm the message and click Next . 5.[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-8 Operating Basics Fingerprint system boot authen tication General The fingerprint authentication syst em can be used to replace the keyboardbased User Password authe ntication system when booting up. If you do not want to use the fingerprint auth entication system for password authentication when boo ting up, but prefer to use t[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics Fingerprint Single-Swipe Sign-On feature General This is a feature that allow s the user to complete the authenticati on for both the User Password (and optionally , the HDD user and Superviso r passwords) and logging on to Windows using only one fingerprint authentication when boo ting up. It is necessary to r[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-10 Operating Basics USB Sleep and Charge function Y our computer can supply USB bus power (DC5V) to the USB port e ven when the power of the computer is turned OFF . "Power OFF" includes sleep mode, hibe rnation mode or shutdown state. This function can only be used for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge functi[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics How to enable/disa ble USB sleep and ch arge function Y ou can set enable/disable USB sleep and charge function in HW setup. Please refer to the USB Sleep and Charge function in Chap ter7. Using optical disc drives The text and illustrations in this sect ion refer primarily to the optical disc drive. However [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-12 Operating Basics 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 open the drawer by insert- ing a slender object (about 15 mm) such as a straightened paper clip into the eject ho le just to the right of th e eject button. Figure 4-4 Manual release with the ej[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics 3. Lay the CD/DVD/HD DVD, label side up, in the drawer . Figure 4-6 Inserting a CD/D VD/HD DVD 4. Press gently at th e center of the CD/DVD/HD DVD unt il you feel it click into place. The CD/DVD/HD DVD should lie bel ow the top of the spindle, flush with the spindle base. When the drawer is fully opened, th e [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-14 Operating Basics 5. Push the center of the drawer to close it. Press gently u ntil it locks into place. Figure 4-7 Closing the drawer Removing discs T o remove the CD/DVD/HD DV D, follow the steps below and refer to below figure. 1. T o pop the drawer partially open, press the eject button. Gently pull the drawer out until it [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics 2. The CD/DVD/HD DVD exte nds slightly over the sides of the drawer so you can grasp it. Hold the CD/DVD /HD DVD gently a nd lift it out. Figure 4-8 Removing a CD/DVD/HD DVD 3. Push the center of the drawer to close it. Press gently u ntil it locks into place. Function button This section describes abou t Func[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-16 Operating Basics Using TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER t o enjoy HD DVDs HD DVD playback restrict ions HD DVD-ROM drive and HD DVD-RW driv e model allow users to enjoy the strong visuals of HD DVD Video. TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER software is provided for playback of HD DVD Video. Notes on use HD DVD playb ack ■ HD DVD is a new standard [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics When using ■ Frame dropping, audio skipping or out of synch au dio and video may occur during playback of some HD DVD Video titles. ■ Close all other applications when us ing the TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER. Do not open an y other applications or carry out any other operations during HD DVD Video pl ayback. Pla[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-18 Operating Basics ■ When viewing on an external display or televisi on, use a HDMI cable to connect the external device to the HDMI out port and change the display device before playing. The display device cannot be changed during playback. ■ HD DVD Video can only be displayed on the computer's display panel or televis[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics Using TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER St arting TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER 1. Use the followin g procedure to start TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER. Insert a HD DVD-Video in the HD DVD drive while Win dows Vist a™ is running. When a HD DVD-Video disc and a HD DVD (T win format disc) are set in the HD DVD drive, the following appl[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-20 Operating Basics ■ Only operation buttons (includin g remote controller and Front operation panels) which correspond to currently avai lable and active features will be useable during HD DVD playba ck. ■ If the menu is opened in the Disp lay Area using th e Control window's T op Menu or Menu buttons, touchpad and mous[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-21 Operating Basics Open TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER HELP TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER features and i nstructions are also explained in detail in TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER Help. Click the Help button( ) in the Display Area to open TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER Help. TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER control window The following are the main button s used when p[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-22 Operating Basics Figure 4-13 TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER control window (2) Current position Displays the current position within th e title on the bar icon. V olume control Adjusts the volume to the level selected by dragging the slider bar . Mute Mutes the sound when clicked. Clicking when the sound is muted retu rns the volume t[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-23 Operating Basics Figure 4-14 TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER control window (3) *1: Displayed when a HD DVD (T win format disc) is placed in the optical disc drive. Subtitle Switches between available subtitles. Sound Switches between audio tracks for titles which have more than 1 audio track. Angle Switches between angles for multi-an[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-24 Operating Basics Using the computer in place of a HD DVD PLA YER Videos played using TOSHIBA HD DVD PLA YER included with the computer can be displayed on a television eq uipped with a HDMI input port. Before connecting Please refer to the televisio n's user manual as well as this chapter when connecting the computer to a[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-25 Operating Basics audio. The volume level for both the television and computer can be adjusted using th e WAV E item in V olu me Control. Switching betwe en computer a nd television display The following method can be used to displ ay HD DVD-Video. The display method can be changed by changing the display device setting. Config[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-26 Operating Basics W ritin g CD/DVDs on DVD Super Mu lti (+-R DL) drive/HD DVD- ROM drive Some models are equipped with a full-si ze DVD Super Multi (+ -R DL ) drive or HD DVD-ROM drive, which can be used to write data to either CD-R/- RW or DVD-R/-R W/+R/+RW /-RAM/+R DL/-R DL discs. The following applications for writing ar e s[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-27 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 [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-28 Operating Basics ■ Other DVD-ROM drives for computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD-R/-R DL/-R W or DVD+R/+R DL/+RW discs. ■ Data written to a CD-R/DVD-R/DVD+R di sc cannot be deleted e ither in whole or in part. ■ Data deleted (erased) from a CD-R W and DVD-RW , DVD+RW and DVD-RAM disc cannot be recov[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-29 Operating Basics ■ Apply impact or vibration to the PC. ■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including items such as a SD/SDHC memory card, ExpressC ard, Memory S tick/Memory S tick Pro, xD picture card, Mult iMedi aCard, USB dev ice, external monitor , i.LINK device, or an optical digital device. ■ Use the Aud[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-30 Operating Basics W riti ng CD/DVD/HD DV Ds on HD DVD-RW drive Some models are equip ped with a full -size HD DVD-RW drive, which ca n be used to write data to either CD-R or CD-R W , DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD- RW , DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-RAM, HD DVD-R, HD DVD-R DL, HD DVD-RW discs. This computer is prov ided with T OSHI BA Disc Creat[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-31 Operating Basics Legal footnotes TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following: ■ Damage to any CD-R, CD-RW , DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW , DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW , DVD-RAM, HD DVD-R, HD DVD-R DL or HD DVD-RW disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product. ■ Any change or loss of the recorded conte[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-32 Operating Basics DVD-R: DVD S pecifications for DVD-R Disc for General V ersion 2.0 HIT ACHI MAXELL, L TD. T AIYO YUDEN CO., L TD. DVD-R DL: MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L TD. DVD-RW : DVD S p ecifications for DVD-RW Disc for General V ersion 1.2 VICTOR COMP ANY OF JAP AN, L TD. DVD+R: MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L TD. RICOH [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-33 Operating Basics ■ If the disc is poor in quality , or is dirty or damaged, wr iting or rewriting errors may be noted - ensure that you check a ll discs for dirt or damage before you use them. ■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW , DVD-RW , DVD+RW , DVD- RAM or HD DVD-RW media will be affe cted by the quality of the di[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-34 Operating Basics ■ Before you en ter either sleep mode or hibe rnation mod e, take care to ensure that any DVD -RAM writing has been completed. In this instance, writing is finished if you can eject the DVD-RAM media. ■ Be sure to close all other software programs except for the writing software itself. ■ Do not run soft[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-35 Operating Basics ■ Do not use shut down, log off, sleep mode or hibernation mode functions while writing or re writing. ■ Make sure tha t the wr ite/rewr ite operation is completed before going into either sleep mode or h ibernation mode (writing is completed if yo u can remove an optical disc on the HD DVD-RW drive). ■ [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-36 Operating Basics ■ If you add data to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, HD DVD- R or HD DVD-RW disc that you have already recorded to, you might n ot be able to read the added data under some circumstances. For example, it cannot be read under 16-bit operating systems , such as Windows 98SE and Windows Me, while in Win dow[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-37 Operating Basics Vi d e o Y ou can reco rd video using Ulead DVD MovieF actory ® for TOSHIBA. When using Ulead DVD Mo vieFactory ® for T O SHIB A How to make a Labelflash DVD Simplified steps for making a Labelflash DVD: 1. Insert a Labelflash disc in DVD drive. 2. Click Start → All Programs → DVD MovieFactory for T OSHI[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-38 Operating Basics Simplified steps for making a DVD-Video from adding video source: 1. Click Start → All Programs → DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA → Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory . 2. Click Vi deo Disc → New Pr oject to invoke 2nd Launch er , choose your project type, then invo ke [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-39 Operating Basics 2. Before recording the video to DVD ■ When you record DVD disc, pleas e use only discs recommended by the Drive manu facturer . ■ Do not set the workin g drive to a slow device like a USB1.1 hard disk drive or it will fail to write DVD. ■ Do not perform any of th e following actions: ■ Operate the com[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-40 Operating Basics Media care This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD/DVD / HD 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/HD DVD 1. S tore your CD/DVD/HD DVD in the co ntainer they came in to pro[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-41 Operating Basics Using the software The web camera software is pre-configured to start when you turn on Windows Vista TM ; if you need to restart it go to Start → All Programs → Camera Assistant Software → Camera Assistant Software . Figure 4-17 Using the Software Capture Still Image Click to see a preview of the capture[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-42 Operating Basics Using the microp hone Y our compu ter has a built-in microphone that can be used to record monaural sounds into your applications . It can also be used to issu e voice commands to applications tha t supp ort such functions.(Built-in micropho ne is provided with some models) Since your computer ha s a built-in [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-43 Operating Basics Region selectio n T elecommunication regula tions vary from one re gion to another , 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 4-44 Operating Basics Setting Y ou can enable or disab le the following settings: AutoRun Mod e The Region Select utility starts aut omatically when you start up the operating system. Open the Dialing Properties dial og box af ter selecting region. The dialing properties dialog box will be displayed automatically after you select t[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-45 Operating Basics Disconnecting T o disconnect the internal modem cable, follow the ste ps below . 1. Pinch the lever on the connector in the telephone ja ck and pull out the connector . 2. Disconne ct the cable from the computer in the same manner . Using the FM tuner The availability of this feature i s depending on the model[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-46 Operating Basics Wireless com munications The computer ’s wireless communication function supports both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices. Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN is compatible wit h other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence S pread S pectrum/Orthogona l Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology th at complies[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-47 Operating Basics Bluetooth TM wireless technolo gy Bluetooth TM wireless techn ology eliminates the ne ed for cables between electronic devices such as desktop co mpu ters, printers and mobile pho nes. Y ou cannot use the buil t-in Bluetooth functions and an optional Blue tooth Adaptor simultaneously . Bluetooth TM wireless te[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-48 Operating Basics Wireless communication Indicator The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless communication functions. 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 Start → Control Pan[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-49 Operating Basics Connecting LAN cable If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s, 100BASE-TX), be sure to connect with a catego ry 5 cable, CA T5, or highe r . If you are using Ethernet LAN (1 0 Mbit/s, 10BASE-T), connect with a category 3 cable, CA T3, or higher . If you are using Gigabit Etherne t (1000 megabits per seco[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-50 Operating Basics Disconnecting LAN cable T o disconnect the LAN cable, follow the steps below . 1. Pinch the lever on the conn ector in the computer ’ s LAN jack and pull out the connector . 2. Disconnect th e cable from the LAN hub in the same manner . Check with your LAN a dministrator before disconnecting from th e hub. C[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-51 Operating Basics Heat dispersal T o protect from o verheating, the CPU ha s an internal temperature sensor . If the computer ’s internal temperature rise s to a certain level, the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lo wered. Y ou can se lect whether to control the CPU temperatur e by turning on the fan first[...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-1 Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer's keyboard layout is compatible with 104/105-key enhanced keyboard. Pressing FN key and other keys can execute all enhaced 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 merou[...]

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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 press ed. Used in combinat[...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-3 The Keyboard Press FN + F12 (Scroll Lock) to lock the cursor on a speci fic line. The power on default is off. Press FN + ENTER to simulate ENTER o n the enhanced keyboard’s numeric keypad. Press FN + CTRL to simulate the enh anced keyboard’s right CTRL key . Press FN + AL T to simulate the enhanced keyboard’s right AL T [...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-4 The Keyboard Power plan : Pressing FN + F2 changes the power settings. Sleep : Pressing FN + F3 switches the system to sleep mode. Hibernate : Pressing FN + F4 switches the system to hibernation mode. Output : Pressing FN + F5 changes the active display devi ce. Brightness dow n : Pressing FN + F6 decreas es the comput er ’s [...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard Wireless : Pressing FN + F8 switches the active wireless devices if the wireless communication switch is switched on. T ouchpad : Pressing FN + F9 enables or disables the touchpad function. Zoom : Pressing FN + SP ACE change s the display resoluti on. TOSHIBA zo oming utility (re duce) : Pressing FN + 1 reduces the[...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-6 The Keyboard 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 the secondary mouse button. This key activates the Window s Star t menu. This key has the same function as the secondary mouse button. Keyp ad overlay [...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-7 The Keyboard Numeric mode T o turn on the Numeric mode, press FN + F1 1 . The Numeric mode indicator lights. Now try numeric data entry us ing the keys in figure 5-1. Press FN + F1 1 again to turn off the overlay . Figure 5-1 The numeric keypad overlay Temporarily usin g normal keyb oard (overlay on) While using the overlay , y[...]

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    User ’s Manual 5-8 The Keyboard T emporarily changing mode s If the computer is in Numeric mode , you can switch temporarily to Arrow mode by pressing SHIFT . 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 keyboa[...]

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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 , and power-up modes. Pow er cond itions The computer ’s o[...]

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    User ’s Manual 6-2 Power and Power-up Modes Power indica tors The Battery , DC IN and Power indicators on the system ind icator 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 Battery When the AC power cord is not connected, the computer ’ s main power source is a removable lithium ion batte ry pack, also referred to in this manual as the battery . Y ou can purchase additional batte ry packs for extended use of the computer aw ay from an AC power source. The battery recharg[...]

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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 proper 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 hibern a- 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 . Charging 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 not[...]

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    User ’s Manual 6-9 Power and Power-up Modes Monitoring batte ry cap acity Remaining battery power can be monitore d in Power Options. Maximizing battery op erating time A battery’s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge. How long the charge lasts in a battery depends on: ■ How you configure the computer (for exa[...]

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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 flashes orange shortly after fully recharging the battery , the battery pack needs to be replaced. Y ou might also repla ce a discharged battery pack wi[...]

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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 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 would not lik[...]

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    User ’s Manual 6-14 Power and Power-up Modes Panel power on/off Y ou can set up yo ur computer so that power turns o ff a utomatically 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 fo[...]

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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 Prio rity , Keyboard, USB, LAN and LED. Accessing HW Setup 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 BIO S version 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 T o delete a user password: 1. Select Not Registered to display the following prompt: Enter Password: 2. Enter the currently registered pa ssword. The ch aracter string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks. Enter Password: **** 3. Click the OK button. If the character stri ng you e nter matches[...]

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    User ’s Manual 7-4 HW Setup and Passwords CPU Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode This option allows you to choose from the following settings : Boot Priority Boot Priority O ptions This option sets the priority for booting the computer . If there is only 1 HDD, the Boot Prio rity Options setti ng will be like the following. Dynamically Switchable CPU pow[...]

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    User ’s Manual 7-5 HW Setup and Passwords If there are 2 HDDs, the Boot Priority Opti ons setting will be like the following. Y ou can o verride the settings and manually select a bo ot device by pressing one of the following keys whil e the computer is booting: This procedure does not affect the settings. * In this computer , CD-ROM refers to th[...]

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    User ’s Manual 7-6 HW Setup and Passwords 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 USB Support Use this option to enable or disabl e USB Le[...]

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    User ’s Manual 7-7 HW Setup and Passwords LAN Wake-up on LAN This feature lets the computer ’s power be turned on when it receives a wake-up signal from the LAN. Built-in LA N LED LED ON/OFF This feature allo ws you to set conditions for Fro nt Edge Logo LED, touchpad illumination LED and Functio n button backlight LED. (Dependin g on the model[...]

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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 ■ ExpressCard ■ SD, SDHC, MS, MS Pro, MM C, xD memory cards ■ Memory expansion Power devices ■ Additional battery pack (3 cell, [...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-2 Optional Devices ExpressCard Inst alling an E xpressCard The ExpressCard slot is located on the left side of the computer . Y ou can install one ExpressCard in the slo t. Windows’ hot-install feature allows y ou to install ExpressCard while the computer ’s power is on. T o install an ExpressCard, follow the steps below . 1.[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-3 Optional Devices 2. Grasp the dummy card and pull it ou t from the slot. Figure 8-2 Removing the dummy card 3. Insert the ExpressCard . 4. Press gently to ensure a firm connection. 5. Check the configuration in the HW Setup win dow to make sure it is appropriate for you r card. Figure 8-3 Inserting the ExpressCar d D UMMY CARD [...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-4 Optional Devices Removing an ExpressCard T o remove the ExpressCard, follow the steps below . 1. In Windows Vista™, open th e Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and disable the ExpressCard. 2. Press the ExpressCard slig ht ly to make it stretch out. 3. Grasp the ExpressCard an d pu ll it out from the slot. Figure [...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-5 Optional Devices Multiple digit al me dia 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)/xD memory cards. These memory cards allow you to easily trans[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-6 Optional Devices Inst alling a SD /SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MM C/xD card T o install the memory card, follow the steps below . 1. Insert the memory card. 2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection. Figure 8-5 Inserting the memor y card SD/SDHC/MS/MS P RO /MMC/ X D CARD * M ULTIPL E D IGITAL M EDIA C ARD S LOT *T HE CARD ’ S SHAPE DEPE[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-7 Optional Devices Removing a SD/SDHC/MS/ MS Pro/MMC/xD card T o remove the memory ca rd, follow the steps below . 1. In Windows Vista™, open the Safely Remove Hardwar e icon on the system tray and disable th e inserted memory card. 2. Gently press the memory card in side the socket to eject it. 3. Grasp the card and remove it.[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-8 Optional Devices Inst alling m emory 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 Chapter 3. 2. Remove all cables conne cted to the computer . 3. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack [...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-9 Optional Devices 6. Insert the memory module into t he connector on the compute r . Pre ss the module carefully and firmly to ensure a solid conn ection. 7. Push the module down so that it lies flat and is secured by two latches. Figure 8-8 Inserting the memory mod ule Figure 8-9 Pushing the memory module down 8. Seat the cover[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-10 Optional Devices Removing memory module T o remove the memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then: 1. Turn the computer off and remove all cables connected to the com- puter . 2. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes .) 3. Remove one screw securi[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-1 1 Optional Devices Additional battery p ack (3 cell, 6 cell an d 9 cell) Y ou can increase the portability of t he computer with add itional battery packs (3 cell: P A3533U-1 BRS/P A3533U-1BAS, 6 cell: P A3534U- 1BRS/P A3534U-1BAS, 9 cell: P A3535U-1BRS/P A3535U-1BAS). If you’re away from an AC power source, you can replace a[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-12 Optional Devices T o change the display settings, press FN + F5 . If you disconnect the monitor before you turn the computer off, be sure to press FN + F5 to switch to the internal display . Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard , for details on using hot keys to change the display settin g. T ele vision A television can be connect[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-13 Optional Devices 1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI port of the HDMI device . Figure 8-12 Connecting a HDMI cable 2. Plug the other end of the HDMI cabl e into the HDMI out port on your computer . Setting for display video on HDMI T o view video on the HDMI device, be sure to configure th e following settings othe[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-14 Optional Devices i.LINK (IEEE1394) i.LINK (IEEE1394) is us e d for high-speed data transfer for a range of compatible devices such as 1. Digital video cameras 2. Hard disk drives 3. MO drives 4. CD-RW drives Precautions ■ Make a back-up of your data before transferring it to the comp uter . There is a possibility that the or[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-15 Optional Devices Connecting 1. Make sure the conn ectors are pr operly align ed and plug the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable into the computer . 2. Plug the other end of th e cable into the device. Note the fol lowing whe n you use i.LI NK: ■ Y ou may need to install drivers for your i.LINK devices. ■ Not all i.LINK devices have b[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-1 Chapter 9 T roubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for dur ability . However , should prob lems occur , following the p rocedures in this cha pter can help to de termine the cause. All readers should become familiar with this chapter . Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring. 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 . Thi s includes your printer and any other external device you are us[...]

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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 operly , check the following items: ■ Self T est ■ Power Sources ■ Power-on P[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-4 T roubleshooting Self test When the computer starts up, the self-test will be run auto matically , and the following will be displaye d: TOSHIBA Leading Innovation>>> 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 [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-5 T roubleshooting AC power If you have trou ble turning on the co mputer with the AC adaptor co nnected, check the DC IN indicator . Refer to C hapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes for more information. Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery , check the DC IN indicator as well as the battery indicator . For information [...]

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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 . Check the Battery indicato r . If i t does not glow , le t the computer charge the battery for at least 20 minutes. If the Battery indicato[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-7 T roubleshooting LCD p anel Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer ’ s setup. Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords , for more information. Hard disk drive Problem Pro cedure No display Press hot keys FN + F5 to change the display priority , to make sure it is not se t for an exte rnal monitor . Markings ap[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-8 T roubleshooting DVD Super Multi( +-R DL) drive For more i nformation, re fer to Cha pter 4, Op erating Basics . Problem Procedure Y ou cannot access a CD/DVD in the drive Make sure the drive’s draw er is securely clos ed. Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the drawer and make sure the CD/DVD is properly seated. It[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-9 T roubleshooting HD DVD-ROM drive/HD DVD-RW drive For more i nformation, re fer to Cha pter 4, Op erating Basics . Problem Procedure Y ou cannot access a CD/DVD/HD DVD in the drive Make sure the drive’s draw er is securely clos ed. Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the drawer and make sure the CD/DVD/HD DVD is pro[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-10 T roubleshooting Diskette drive Infrared port Refer also to the documentation for your IrDA compatible device and related software. 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 Problem Pro cedure Drive does not operate There may be a faul[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-1 1 T roubleshooting USB mouse This section applies on ly with Windows Vista TM operating system. The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow T ry changing the speed settin g in the mouse control utility . Click Start → Control Panel → Hardware and Sound → Mouse to access it. When the reaction of touchpad is sensitive to s[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-12 T roubleshooting Fingerprint sensor The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow T ry changing the double-cl ick speed setting in the mouse control utility . C lick Start → Control Panel → Hardware and Sound → Mouse to access it. The mouse pointer moves erratically The mouse might be dirty . Refe r to your mouse document[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-13 T roubleshooting ExpressCard Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/ MMC/xD card Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . External monitor Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices , and to yo ur monitor ’s documentation. Problem Pro cedure ExpressCard error occurs Reseat the ExpressCard to make sur[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-14 T roubleshooting Sound system TV output signal Display error occurs Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is attached firmly . If problems persist, contact your dealer . Problem Pro cedure Problem Pro cedure No sound is heard Adj ust the volume control dial. Check the software volume settings. Ma[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-15 T roubleshooting USB Refer also to your USB device’ s documentation. USB Sleep and Charge functi on Problem Pro cedure USB device does not work Check for a firm cable connectio n between the USB ports on the computer and the USB device. Make sure the USB device drivers are properly installed. Refer to your Windows documen ta[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-16 T roubleshooting The battery depletes quickly even when I turned OFF the power of the computer When USB Sleep and Charge functi on is set to [Enabled] in the HW Setup, USB bus power (DC5V) will be supplied to the external device connected to the compatible port. If extern al device is connected to the compatible port when the [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-17 T roubleshooting Modem Problem Pro cedure Communication software can’t initialize modem Make sure the computer ’s internal modem settings are correct. Refer to Phone and Modem Options in the Control Pa nel. Y ou can hear a dial to ne but can’t make a call If the call is going through a PBX machine, make sure the communic[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-18 T roubleshooting Sleep/Hibernation 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 . Problem Pro cedure The system will not enter sleep/hibernation Is Windows Media Player open? The sys[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-19 T roubleshooting Bluetooth For more information on wireless commun ication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics i.LINK (IEEE1394) devi ce Problem Procedure Cannot access Bluetooth device Make sure the computer ’s wireless communication switch is set to on. Make sure the Bluetooth Manager is running and the power to the Blue[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-20 T roubleshooting Recovery discs FM tuner 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 TOSHIBA for additional techni cal assistance. Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating s[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-21 T roubleshooting Where t o writ e If you are still unable to solve the problem and su spect 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 Road 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 (C PU) Performance Disclaimer . CPU performance in your comp uter pr oduct may vary from specific ations under the following conditi ons: ■ use of certain external peripheral products ■ use[...]

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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 d esign and software/h ardware configurations. The actual transmission speed [...]

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    User ’s Manual Appendixes-1 A ppendix es T able of Contents Appendix A S pecificat ions................... ........... ........... .............. ............ ........... .. A-1 Appendix B Di splay Controller and Modes ................... ........... ........... ........... 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 . Environmental requirements Power requirem ents Operating Non-operating Ambient temperature 5°C to 35°C -20°C to 6 0 °C Relative humidity 20% to 80% 10% to 90% Altitude (from sea level) 0 to 3,000 meters 0 to 10 ,000 meters AC a[...]

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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 of l ine T elephone line (an alog only) T ype of dialing Pulse To n e Control command A T commands EIA-578 commands Monitor function Computer ’s speaker Communication sp ecifi[...]

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    User ’s Manual B-1 Appendix B Display Controller and Modes Display controller The display controller in terprets 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 an[...]

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    User ’s Manual B-2 Display Controller and Modes V ideo modes The computer supports video modes defined in the table below . If your application offers a selection of mode numbers that do not match the num- bers on the table, select a mode based on, resolution, number of colors and refresh rates. Video Modes CRT Display Resolution Color Depth (bpp[...]

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    User ’s Manual C-1 Appendix C V .90/V .92 The TOSHIBA internal modem uses V .90 technology . 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 ndi[...]

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    User ’s Manual C-2 V .90/V .92 T able Result cod es 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 Description 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 con trol and V .42bis data compression V42 V .42 error control only NoEC No error control pro tocol -V90=* V .90 Dial Line Rate -V90 sets the maximum V .90 downstream that the modem attempts to connect -V90=0 V .90 d isabled -V90=1 V .90 e nabled: autom atic speed se lection - maximum [...]

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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 Form Factor ■ Mini Card Comp atibility ■ IEEE 802.1 1 S tandard for Wireless LANs ■ Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certi fied by the Wi-Fi Alliance. The ‘Wi-Fi CERTIF[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-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 ype of pro duct Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations. Although Wireless LAN wireless networking pro ducts have been designed for operati[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-3 Wireless LAN T able Wireless IEEE 802.1 1 Channels Sets (Revision B and G) 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 Wirele[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-4 Wireless LAN T able Wireless IEEE 802.1 1 Channels Sets (Revision A) *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 . *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 mana ger ASCII: American S tandard Code for Information 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 emitting diode LSI: large scale integratio n 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 st atic 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 tra nsmit images, e.g. from a VCR to a TV . computer prog ram: A set of instructions written for a computer that enable it to achieve a desired result. computer system: A combination of hardware, software, firmware, and peripheral components assembled to pr[...]

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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 playback 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 sk[...]

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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 devices 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 betwee[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-8 Glossary hardware: The physical electronic and mechanica l components 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 th[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-9 Glossary 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: 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 CR T . 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 fu[...]

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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 onent interconnect: An industry standard 32-bit bus. peripheral device: An I/O device that is external to the central processor and/or main memory such as a printer [...]

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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 cannot access or change information stored in ROM. S S-Video: Short for Super-Video , a type of connection used by S-VHS videocassette players, camcorders, DVD players, etc[...]

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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, 1-9, 2-6, 2-30, A-1 additional, 1-18, 8-11 connecting, 3-2 problems, 9-5 safety instruct ions, -iii, -xxxi ASCII characters, 5-8 B Battery charging, 6-7 life, 10-3 monitoring capacity, 6-9 Real Time Clock battery, 1-9, 6-4 remote controller, 2-25 retention time, 6-10 types, 6-3 Battery pack, 1-9, 1-18, [...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-2 Index External monitor, 8-11 controller and modes, B-1 HW Setup, 7-3 port, 1-9, 2-3 problems, 9-13 F Fan vent location, 2-3 Fingerprint sensor, 2-9 location, 2-8, 4-2 problems, 9-12 using, 1- 16, 4-2 FM tuner jack location, 2-5 problems, 9-20 using, 4-45 FN + 1 (TOSHIBA zooming utility reduce), 5-5 FN + 2 (TOSHIBA zooming u[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-3 Index HW Setup accessing, 7-1 Boot Priority, 7-4 CPU, 7-4 display, 7-3 general, 7-2 keyboard, 7-6 LAN, 7-7 LED, 7-7 password, 7-2 USB, 7-6 window, 7-1 I i.LINK (IEEE1394), 1-9 port, 2-3, 2-4 problems, 9-19 using, 8-14 Indicator battery, 6-2 DC IN, 6-3 front edge logo, 2-2 Function button, 7-7 keyboard, 2-12 LAN, 4-49 optica[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-4 Index Modem, 1-11, 4-42, A-2, C-1 connecting, 4-44 disconnecting, 4-45 jack location, 2-5 problems, 9-17 properties menu, 4-43 region selection, 4-43 Moving the comput er, 4-50 Multiple digital media card problems, 9-13 using, 8-5 N Numeric keypad, See Keypad overlay O Optical disc drive, 2-6, 2-13 indicator, 2- 11 location[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-5 Index Pro/MMC/xD card, 9-13 self test, 9-4 sleep/hibernation, 9-18 sound system, 9-14 system start-up, 9-3 TOSHIBA support, 9-20 touchpad, 9-10 TV output signal, 9-14 USB, 9-15 USB mouse, 9-11 USB Sleep and Charge, 9-15 Wireless LAN, 9-18 Processor, 1-3 R Real Time Clock battery, See Battery Recovery media, 3-9 problems, 9-[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-6 Index Wireless LAN, 1-10, 10-4 indicator, 4- 48 problems, 9-18 switch, 1-11, 2-1 using, 4-46[...]