Toshiba PA3314U manual

T OSHIBA Advanced Port Replicator III User ’ s Manual[...]

Copyright © 2003 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the informa- tion contained herein. TOSHIBA Advanced Port Replicator III User’s Manual First edition Decem[...]

FCC Notice "Declaration of Conformity Information" This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa- tion. This equipment generates, uses an[...]

Cont act Address: TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, CA 92618-1697 Telephone: (949) 583-3000 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares, that the product: PA3314* conform to the following Standards: Supplementary Information: “The product complies with the requirements of the Low V oltage Directive 73/23/EE[...]

v T able of Content s Preface Manual contents ................................................................................. vii Conventions ....................................................................................... viii Abbreviations ....................................................................................... viii Icons [...]

vi Chapter 4 Communications Modem ................................................................................................ 4 - 1 Connecting ......................................................................................... 4 - 1 Disconnecting ..................................................................................... 4 - 2 [...]

vii Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Advanced Port Replicator III. This interface greatly increases the expandability of your computer. This manual tells how to set up and begin using your Advanced Port Replicator III and provides tips on care and troubleshooting. It also provides detailed information on LAN capability includ[...]

viii User's Manual Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight terms and operating procedures. Abbreviations On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only Memory (ROM). Icons Icons identify ports, [...]

1-1 I NTRODUCTION Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the Port Replicator’s features and accessories. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your Port Replicator. Save the box and packing materials for future use. Check to make sure you have all the following items:  Advanced Port Replicator III[...]

1-2 User’s manual I NTRODUCTION Ports Parallel Parallel printer or other parallel device (ECP compatible). Serial RS-232C compatible port (16550 UART compatible). PS/2 mouse Connects an external PS/2 mouse. PS/2 keyboard Connects an external PS/2 keyboard. Line-in Enables connection of a stereo device for audio input. Line-out Enables connection [...]

1-3 I NTRODUCTION Special features Security Security lock slot Connects an optional security lock to anchor the Port Replicator to a desk or other large object. Computer lock This lock prevents disconnection of a computer from the Port Replicator. Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced feature[...]

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2-1 T HE G RAND T OUR Chapter 2 The Grand T our This chapter identifies the various components of your Port Replicator. Front Figure 2-1 shows the Port Replicator’s front and right side. Figure 2-1 The front and right side Computer This is the computer interface. It connects directly to the connector computer’s docking port. Hooks Hooks secure [...]

2-2 User’s manual T HE G RAND T OUR Power switch Press the power switch to turn the docked computer’s power on and off. NOTE: Pressing the power switch has no effect if a computer is not connected to the Port Replicator. Slide adjuster If necessary, slide the adjuster forward or backward so that it will be flush against the computer. Center mar[...]

2-3 T HE G RAND T OUR Back Figure 2-2 shows the Port Replicator’s back and left side. Figure 2-2 The back and left side Line-in jack A standard 3.5 mm mini line-in jack enables connection of a stereo device for audio input. Line-out jack A standard 3.5 mm mini line-out jack enables connection of a stereo device for audio output. PS/2 mouse port U[...]

2-4 User’s manual T HE G RAND T OUR Universal Four Universal Serial Bus ports are on the back. The Serial Bus ports comply with the USB 2.0 standard The ports also (USB 2.0) ports support USB 1.1. The number of the USB ports of DMI information may differ from the number of actual USB ports. For DMI information, a USB port may be dis- played as tw[...]

2-5 T HE G RAND T OUR LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The Port Replicator has support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-Tx) and Gigabit Ethernet LAN(1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T). If the computer does not support Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000BASE-T), the Port [...]

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3-1 C ONNECTIONS Chapter 3 Connections The Port Replicator is designed to ensure a secure connection by a few simple operations. CAUTION: The system supports warm docking and undocking. Do not disconnect the Port Replicator from the computer while an application is running. Connecting the Port Replicator NOTE: When the Port Replicator is connected [...]

3-2 User’s Manual C ONNECTIONS Figure 3-1 Slide the adjuster 2 . Remove all cables from your computer’s ports. 3 . Attach the cables to the Port Replicator’s ports. 4 . Align the computer’s connector and holes with the connector and pins on the Port Replicator. 5 . Press down on the computer to ensure a firm connection. Figure 3-2 Connectin[...]

3-3 C ONNECTIONS Connecting the AC adaptor To supply AC power to the computer, connect the AC adaptor according to the steps below. CAUTION: Only use the AC adapter supplied with this Port Replicator or included with your computer. Use of any incompatible adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use [...]

3-4 User’s Manual C ONNECTIONS Disconnecting the Port Replicator To disconnect the Port Replicator, follow the steps below. 1 . Set the computer lock to the unlock position. 2 . Make sure you perform one of the following: • Save all your work. • Turn off the computer’s power in any mode: boot, suspend or hibernation. • Perform any softwar[...]

3-5 C ONNECTIONS Security lock A security lock enables you to anchor the Port Replicator to a desk or another heavy object to help prevent unauthorized removal of the Port Replicator. A computer lock can be set to engage the Port Replicator’s security lock so that the computer cannot be disconnected from the Port Replicator while the security loc[...]

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4-1 C OMMUNICATIONS Chapter 4 Communications A jack enables easy connection to a local-area network without the need of a PC card or other adaptor. NOTE: When you use your computer with the Port Replicator connected to it, do not attach any cables from external devices to your computer. If these cables are connected to the ports of your computer, t[...]

4-2 User’s Manual C OMMUNICATIONS Disconnecting To disconnect the modem cable, follow the steps below. 1 . Pinch the lever on the connector in the telephone jack and pull out the connector. 2 . Disconnect the cable from the Port Replicator in the same manner. NOTE: If you use a storage device such as a CD-ROM drive or HDD connected to a 16-bit PC[...]

4-3 C OMMUNICATIONS Connecting To connect the LAN cable, follow the steps below. 1 . Save all your work. Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the Port Replicator and to the computer. 2 . Plug one end of the cable into the Port Replicator’s LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place. Fig[...]

4-4 User’s Manual C OMMUNICATIONS Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port s A USB mouse, keyboard, and/or diskette connected to the Port Replicator via any connection other than a first tier hub, will not work until the OS has started. Using the USB diskette drive A 3 1/2" diskette drive connects to the Port Replicator’s USB port. It accommoda[...]

4-5 C OMMUNICATIONS Disconnecting the USB diskette drive When you have finished using the diskette drive, follow the procedures below to disconnect it: 1 . Wait for the indicator light to go out to make sure all diskette activity has stopped. CAUTION: If you disconnect the diskette drive or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the dri[...]

4-6 User’s Manual C OMMUNICATIONS Connecting 1 . Make sure the connectors are properly aligned and plug the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable into the computer. Figure 4-4 Connecting the i.LINK cable 2 . Plug the other end of the cable into the device. Note the following when you use i.LINK: ❑ You may need to install drivers for your i.LINK devices. ❑ [...]

5-1 T ROUBLESHOOTING Chapter 5 T roubleshooting This chapter provides tips to correct problems, should any occur. It also describes how to contact TOSHIBA should you encounter problems that you cannot resolve. Before you call Toshiba, please read the Before you call section in this chapter. Also refer to the general troubleshooting advice at the be[...]

User’s Manual 5-2 T ROUBLESHOOTING AC power If your computer is connected to the AC adaptor and you cannot turn on the computer, check your computer's DC IN 15V indicator. Problem P rocedure AC adaptor doesn’t Check the connections. Make sure the cord is power the computer firmly connected to the computer and a power (Your computer’s out[...]

5-3 T ROUBLESHOOTING Overheating power down If the computer’s internal temperature becomes too high, the computer will automati- cally enter Resume mode and shut down. Problem P rocedure Computer enters Leave the computer off until its interior reaches Resume mode and room temperature. shuts down If the computer has reached room temperature and s[...]

User’s Manual 5-4 T ROUBLESHOOTING PS/2 mouse Problem Procedure No response from Make sure the PS/2 mouse cable’s 6-pin PS/2 mouse connector is firmly connected to the PS/2 mouse port on the Port Replicator. On-screen pointer Verify that the PS/2 mouse cable’s 6-pin does not respond to connector is firmly connected to the mouse PS/2 mouse ope[...]

5-5 T ROUBLESHOOTING Printer Refer also to your computer user’s manual. Check the troubleshooting and other relevant sections in your printer and software documentation. Problem Procedure Printer does not Check that the printer is connected to an electric turn on. outlet. Make sure the outlet is supplying power. Computer/printer Make sure the pri[...]

User’s Manual 5-6 T ROUBLESHOOTING Monitor (analog external monitor/DVI monitor) Refer also to your computer user’s manual and to your monitor’s documentation. Problem Pr ocedure Monitor does not Make sure that the monitor’s power switch is on. turn on Confirm that the external monitor’s power cable is plugged into a working power outlet.[...]

5-7 T ROUBLESHOOTING Sound system Refer also to your computer user’s manual Problem P rocedure No sound is heard Adjust the volume control dial. Check the software volume settings. Make sure the line-out connection is secure. Check Windows Device Manager. Make sure the sound function is enabled and that settings for I/O address, Interrupt level a[...]

User’s Manual 5-8 T ROUBLESHOOTING If you are using an operating system that does not support USB, you can still use a USB mouse and/or USB keyboard. If these devices do not work, make sure the USB Legacy Emulation item in HW Setup is set to Enabled . This feature works only for mouse and keyboard. Also, Note that the mouse and keyboard must be c[...]

5-9 T ROUBLESHOOTING You place a call, Make sure the settings are correct in your but a connection communications application. can’t be made After making a call, Make sure the tone or pulse selection in your you don’t hear a ring communications application is set correctly. You can also use the ATD command. Refer to the material on AT commands [...]

User’s Manual 5-10 T ROUBLESHOOTING LAN Problem P rocedure Cannot access LAN C ontact the system administrator or if the problem persists, contact your dealer. i.LINK (IEEE1394) Problem Pr ocedure i.LINK device does Make sure the cable is securely connected to not function the computer and to the device. Make sure the device’s power is turned o[...]

5-11 T ROUBLESHOOTING TOSHIBA support TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the Port Replicator, you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional technical assistance. Before you call Some problems that you experience may be related to software or the operating system. Before yo[...]

User’s Manual 5-12 T ROUBLESHOOTING Outside of Europe Australia TOSHIBA Australia Pty. Ltd. Information Systems Division 84-92 Talavera Road North Ryde N.S.W. 2113 Sydney Canada TOSHIBA of Canada Ltd. 191 McNabb Street, Markham, Ontario L3R 8H2 China TOSHIBA Computer Systems (Shang- hai) Co., Ltd. Bldg 33, No.351, Jinzang Road, Pudong New Area, S[...]

A-1 A PPENDIX A Appendix A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the Port Replicator’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Weight 1023 grams Size 356 (w) x 54 (h) x 160 (d) millimeters Environmental Requirements Ambient Relative Conditions temperature humidity Operating 5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F) 20% to 80% Non-operating -20°C (-[...]

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B-1 A PPENDIX B Appendix B AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country/region in which it is used. All cords must meet the following specifications: Length: Minimum 2 meters Wire size: Minimum 0.75 mm 2 Current r[...]

B-2 User's Manual A PPENDIX B The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U.S.A. and Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and Europe. USA and Canada United Kingdom Australia Europe BS approved UL approved CSA approved AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency[...]

Index-1 I NDEX Index A AC adaptor specifications 1-1, 2-5 connecting 3-3 connectors location 2-3 C CAT3 CAT5 CAT5E cables 4 - 2 Center mark 2-2 location 2-1 Computer connection port location 2-1 Computer lock 1-3 location 2-3 using 3-5 D DC-IN 15V 2-5 location 2-3 DVI 1-2 port location 2-3 E Eject switch 2-2 Eject LED 2-2 Eject lever 2-2 Equipment [...]

Index-2 User's Manual I NDEX Monitor external 2-4 port location 2-3 problems, see Troubleshooting Mouse PS/2 mouse port location 2-3 PS/2 mouse problems, see Troubleshooting serial mouse problems, see Troubleshooting P Parallel port 1-2, 2-4 Port Replicator connecting 3-1 disconnecting 3-4 PS/2, see keyboard or mouse Printer, see Parallel port[...]