Toshiba Satellite A215 Manual

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If you need assistance:

❖Toshiba’s Support Web site

pcsupport.toshiba.com

❖Toshiba Global Support Centre

Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777

Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273

For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on

page 150 in this guide.

Satellite Pro® A210/A215

Series User’s Guide

Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a

chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or

other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Model: Satellite Pro® A210/A215 Series

Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and

Associated Software Warranty

The computer system you purchased may include Recordable and/or

ReWritable optical media drive(s) and associated software, among the most

advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology,

you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable

user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided electronically. If you fail

to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or

suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS,

INC. (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT

WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE

UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA,

ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO

RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS,

PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DATA, NETWORK SYSTEMS OR

REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING

FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE

POSSIBILITY THEREOF.

Protection of Stored Data

For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data

stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible

failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR

LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF

THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE

DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE

LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER

DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR

TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM

WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR

TRANSFERRED. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE

FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY.

Critical Applications

The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.”

“Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications,

connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear

facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to

injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.

ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS

DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE

OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL

APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A

CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME

FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.

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

installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not

installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does

cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to

correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

❖Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

❖Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

❖Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

❖Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this

equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not

recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.

Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's

parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port ®, i.LINK® port, HDMI out port and

microphone jack (Port availability depends on model selected). Changes or

modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties

authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions:

❖This device may not cause harmful interference.

❖This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

Contact either:

❖Toshiba’s Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.

❖Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre:

Within the United States at (800) 457-7777

Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273

Industry Canada Requirement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du

Canada.

FCC requirements

The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to

internal modems.

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this

equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration

number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested,

the information must be provided to the telephone company.

The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the

USOC RJ11C.

A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and

telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and

requirements adopted by the ACTA. It is designed to be connected to a

compatible modular jack that is also compliant.

The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a

telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not

ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of

RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that

may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local

telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this

product is part of the product identifier that has the format

US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by the ## are the REN without a

decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is

separately shown on the label.

Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public

utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for

information.

Telephone Company Procedures

The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can.

In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in

their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes might affect your

service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will give you

notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain

uninterrupted service.

If Problems Arise

If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company

will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be

required. But if advanced notice is not practical, the telephone company will

notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to

file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty

information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information

Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support

Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at

(949) 859-4273. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the

telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the

problem is resolved.

Disconnection

If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its

present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change.

Fax Branding

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any

person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to

send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or

bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date

and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other

individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending

machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number

provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges

exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.)

In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax

software instructions installed on this computer.

Alarm Equipment

If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone

line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm

equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment,

consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.

Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment

1NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.

This certification means that the equipment meets certain

telecommunications network protective, operational and safety

requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment

Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not

guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to

be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The

equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.

The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions

may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative

designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to

this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the

telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the

equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground

connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water

pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be

particularly important in rural areas.

Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves,

but should contact the spection authority, or appropriate electric in

electrician, as appropriate.

2The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s

Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar

to the following:

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device can be found on the

label affixed to your computer.

NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each

terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of

terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination

on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to

the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the

devices does not exceed 5.

3The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this

equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.

Wireless Interoperability

The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be

interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence

Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B/G), as defined

and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

❖The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi

®) certification as defined by the Wi-Fi

Alliance. The “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED” logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi

Alliance.

Bluetooth® and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency

range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth and Wireless

LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than

optimal network performance or even lose your network connection.

If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your

Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device.

Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site

http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or

pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

Radio Frequency Interference Requirements

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to

5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for

frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful

interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.

High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35

GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause

interference with and/or damage this device.

Wireless LAN and Your Health

Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency

electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices

however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless

devices like for example mobile phones.

Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio

frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless

LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect

the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels

and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive

research literature.

In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted

by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the

organization. These situations may for example include:

❖Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board airplanes, or

❖In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or

services is perceived or identified as harmful.

If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a

specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for

authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is

far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the

TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that

the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. The

antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in

conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Regulatory Information

The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user

documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the

following radio frequency and safety standards.

Canada – Industry Canada (IC)

This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.

The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located

or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada

limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from

Health Canada’s Web site www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. The RF device shall not be

co-located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this

device.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not

cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including

interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.

L'utilisation de ce dispositif est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne

doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l'utilisateur du dispositif doit être prêt à

accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même s'il est susceptible de

compromettre son fonctionnement.

The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the

Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be

operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding.

Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to

licensing.

Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l’objet

d’une licence, il doit etre utilize a l’interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres

afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal. Si le matriel (ou son antenne

d’emission) est installe a l’exterieur, il doit faire l’objet d’une licence.

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to

5.25 GHz frequency range. Industry Canada requires this product to be used

indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for

harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.

High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35

GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause

interference with and/or damage this device.

The above Caution information applies to products that operate with an

802.11a device.

EU Declaration of Conformity

TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards:

This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European

Directives. The party responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH,

Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.

Supplementary

Information:

*The product complies with the

requirements of the Low Voltage

Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive

89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive

1999/5/EC.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

VCCI Class B Information

Modem Warning Notice

Conformity Statement

The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for pan-

European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network

(PSTN).

However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different

countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance

of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.

In the event of problems, y pment supplier in the first ou should contact your equi

instance.

Taiwan

The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio

communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and

regulations.

Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference

from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio

emission electric machinery.

Using this Equipment in Japan

In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz for second

generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment

overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and

specified low-power radio station).

Article 14 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric

machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency,

increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design.

Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect

aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In the event

interference is caused, the use of such electric machinery shall be immediately

discontinued. Operation of such products can be resumed only when they are

modified and can no longer cause interference.

1. Sticker

Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.

2. Indication

The indication shown below appears on this equipment.

12.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.

2DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation.

OF: This equipment uses OFDM modulation.

3The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m.

4This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from

2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz.

It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems.

3. TOSHIBA Direct PC

Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00

Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048

Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850

Fax: 03-3457-4868

Device Authorization

This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the

Technical Conditions Compliance Approval, and it belongs to the device class of

radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station

stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan.

The Name of the radio equipment: refer to the equipment label provided on the

computer

The frequency bandwidth of this equipment may operate within the

same range as industrial devices, scientific devices, medical

devices, microwave ovens, licensed radio stations and non-licensed

specified low-power radio stations for mobile object identification

systems (RFID) used in factory product lines (Other Radio Stations).

1. Before using this equipment, ensure that it does not interfere with

any of the equipment listed above.

2. If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations,

promptly change the frequency being used, change the location

of use, or turn off the source of emissions.

3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference

caused by this product to Other Radio Stations.

2.4DSOF4

(1)

(2) (3)

(4)

JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS

EQUIPMENT

Approval Number: D01-1128JP

TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018,

03GZDA0017

The following restrictions apply:

❖Do not disassemble or modify the device.

❖Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.

❖5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only.

Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices

The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in

your computer. Not all devices are available on all models.

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros

AR5BMB-43/44 and AR5BMB5 Mini PCI Wireless Network

Adapters

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the

following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

This device works on passive scan only.

A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode.

802.11b (2.4 GHz)

Australia Austria Belgium

Canada Denmark Finland

France Germany Greece

Ireland Italy Liechtenstein

Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand

Norway Portugal Sweden

Switzerland UK USA

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

NOTENOTE

Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in

European Community Countries

België/

Belgique:

For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than

300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to

IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public

grounds over more than 300m. For registration and license please

contact IBPT/BIPT.

Voor privé-gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand

kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig; voor gebruik

over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig.

Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT.

Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, au-

dessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour

une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un

enregistrement auprès de l’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et

licences, veuillez contacter l’IBPT.

Deutschland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for

procedure to follow.

Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht

genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise

abstimmen.

France: Restricted frequency band: only channels 1 to 7 (2400 MHz and 2454

MHz respectively) may be used outdoors in France. Please contact

A.R.T. (http://www.art-telecom.fr) for applicable procedures to follow.

Bande de fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 1- 7 (2400 et 2454 MHz

respectivement) doivent être utilisés endroits extérieur en France. Vous

pouvez contacter l’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications

(http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre.

Italia: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not

allowed.

È necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso interno.

Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire.

Nederland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for

procedure to follow.

Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op

met verkoper voor juiste procedure.

802.11a (5 GHz)

Turbo Mode (5 GHz)

Europe - Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in

European Community Countries

O: allowed x: forbidden

❖To remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for Wireless

LAN operation, the above 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz channel limitations apply.

The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current channel of

operation. If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies as

listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that

location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the

wireless network.

❖The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any

European Community country.

Australia Austria Belgium

Canada Denmark Finland

France Germany Greece

Ireland Italy Liechtenstein

Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand

Norway Portugal Sweden

Switzerland UK USA

Canada USA

European Community

Countries

5150-5250 MHz

Channels: 36, 40, 44,

Indoor Only

5250-5350 MHz

Channels: 52, 56, 60,

Indoor Only

5470-5725 MHz

Channels: 100, 104, 108, 112,

116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140

Indoor/Outdoor

Austria O x x

Belgium, France,

Switzerland/Lichtenstein

O O x

Denmark, Finland,

Germany, Greece,

Ireland, Italy,

Luxembourg,

Netherlands, Norway,

Portugal, Sweden, UK

O O O

Iceland, Spain O O O

❖This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the

5 GHz bands in the European Community. Ad-hoc mode provides a direct

communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access

Point.

❖This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and

activated a radar detection feature required for European Community

operation in the 5 GHz bands. This device will operate under the control of

the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied by any

radar system in the area. The presence of nearby radar operation may result

in temporary interruption of operation of this device. The Access Point’s

radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free

of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible

for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly

configured for European Community operation.

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X

Mini PCI Wireless Network Adapter

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the

following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

This device works on passive scan only.

A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode.

802.11b (2.4 GHz)

Australia Austria Belgium

Canada Denmark Finland

France Germany Greece

Ireland Italy Liechtenstein

Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand

Norway Portugal Sweden

Switzerland UK USA

NOTE

NOTENOTE

802.11a (5 GHz)

Turbo Mode (5 GHz)

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI

Wireless LAN Card

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the

following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Interoperability

Bluetooth® Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any

product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping

Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special

Interest Group.

❖Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by The

Bluetooth Special Interest Group.

Australia Austria Belgium

Canada Denmark Finland

France Germany Greece

Ireland Italy Liechtenstein

Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand

Norway Portugal Sweden

Switzerland UK USA

Canada USA

Australia Austria Belgium

Canada Denmark Finland

France Germany Greece

Hong Kong Iceland Ireland

Italy Japan Liechtenstein

Luxembourg Malaysia Netherlands

New Zealand Norway Philippines

Portugal Singapore Spain

Sweden Switzerland Thailand

UK USA

Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology, and TOSHIBA

has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth products with all computers

and/or equipment using Bluetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA

portable computers.

Always use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless

networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable

computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA computer product

support on Web site http://www.toshiba-

europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or

pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

When you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA close to 2.4 GHz Wireless

LAN devices, Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors. If

you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA,

always change the frequency, move your computer to the area outside of the

interference range of 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices (40 meters/43.74 yards

or more) or stop transmitting from your computer. Please contact TOSHIBA

computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-

europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or

pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency

range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth and Wireless

LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than

optimal network performance or even lose your network connection. If you

should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your

Bluetooth or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba computer product

support on Web site http://www.toshiba-

europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or

pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

Approved Countries/Regions for use (Bluetooth® wireless

technology)

Bluetooth® Card from Toshiba equipment is approved to the radio standard by the

countries/regions in the following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

Argentina Australia Austria

Belgium Bulgaria Canada

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Bluetooth® Wireless Technology and Your Health

The products with Bluetooth

® wireless technology, like other radio devices, emit

radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices

with Bluetooth wireless technology however is much less than the

electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile phones.

Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the

guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations,

TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers.

These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific

community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists

who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.

In some situations or environments, the use of Bluetooth wireless technology

may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives

of the organization. These situations may for example include:

❖Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board

airplanes, or

❖In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or

services is perceived or identified as harmful.

If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a

specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for

authorization to use the device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to

turning on the equipment.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below

the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card

from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human

contact during normal operation is minimized.

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Regulatory statements

This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any

country/region where the product is sold. In addition, the product complies with

the following:

European Union (EU) and EFTA

This equipment complies with the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and has been

provided with the CE mark accordingly.

Canada — Industry Canada (IC)

This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.

Taiwan

The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio

communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and

regulations.

Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference

from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio

emission electric machinery.

Using this Equipment in Japan

In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz for second

generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment

overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and

specified low-power radio station).

Article 14 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency

electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the

frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the

original design.

Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect

aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In the event

interference is caused, the use of such electric machinery shall be

immediately discontinued. Operation of such products can be resumed

only when they are modified and can no longer cause interference.

1. Sticker

Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.

2. Indication

The indication shown below appears on this equipment.

12.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.

2FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation.

3The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m.

4This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to

2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object

identification systems.

3. TOSHIBA Direct PC

Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00

Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048

Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850

Fax: 03-3457-4868

The frequency bandwidth of this equipment may operate within the

same range as industrial devices, scientific devices, medical

devices, microwave ovens, licensed radio stations and non-licensed

specified low-power radio stations for mobile object identification

systems (RFID) used in factory product lines (Other Radio Stations).

1. Before using this equipment, ensure that it does not interfere with

any of the equipment listed above.

2. If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations,

promptly change the frequency being used, change the location

of use, or turn off the source of emissions.

3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference

caused by this product to Other Radio Stations.

2.4FH1

(1) (2) (3)

(4)

Device Authorization

This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification, and it

belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication

system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan.

The Name of the radio equipment: EYXF2CS

TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER

Approval Number: 01NYDA1305

The following restrictions apply:

❖Do not disassemble or modify the device.

❖Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.

Optical Drive Safety Instructions

This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT. To use this model properly, read the user’s guide careful

and keep it for your future reference.

Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a HD DVD, CD/DVD drive,

CD-RW drive, Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the

drive. You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards,

resulting in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service

provider, if any repair or adjustment is required.

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(Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may

vary.)

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form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is

assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.

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This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S.

Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the approval of the

U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export, directly or indirectly,

in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations is prohibited.

Notice

The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any

product specifications, is subject to change without notice.

TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA

INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO

WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY

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INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY

TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS

CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN

THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL

TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,

CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES,

WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE,

ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL

OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE

USE THEREOF.

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Satellite Pro and ConfigFree are registered trademarks of Toshiba America

Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.

Microsoft, Outlook, Windows, and Windows Vista are either registered

trademarks or trademarks the United States and/or of Microsoft Corporation in

other countries.

DirectX, Active Desktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are registered

trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc.

Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe

Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

ExpressCard is a trademark of PCMCIA.

Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and i.LINK are trademarks or registered

trademarks of Sony Corporation.

Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association.

MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association.

xD-Picture Card is a trademark of Fuji Photo Film, Co., Ltd.

Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any

use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names

are those of their respective owners.

All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of

their respective companies.

Computer Disposal Information

Lamp contains mercury. Disposal of this product may be regulated due to

environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information,

please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at

www.eiae.org.

Contents

Introduction................................................................................ 31

This guide ...............................................................32

Safety icons ............................................................32

Other icons used...............................................33

Other documentation ..............................................33

Service options .......................................................33

Chapter 1: Getting Started....................... ............. 34.....................

Selecting a place to work ........................................34

Creating a computer-friendly environment........34

Keeping yourself comfortable ...........................35

Precautions.......................................................35

Important information on your computer’s

cooling fan ..................................................36

Setting up your computer .......................................37

Setting up your software...................................37

Registering your computer with Toshiba ................38

Adding optional external devices.............................38

Connecting to a power source ................................39

Charging the main battery.......................................41

Contents

Using the computer for the first time......................42

Opening the display panel.................................42

Your computer’s features and specifications ....43

Turning on the power........................................43

Adding memory (optional)......................................44

Installing a memory module .............................45

Removing a memory module............................49

Checking total memory .....................................51

Hard Drive Recovery Utilities ..................................52

Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs ...........................53

Hard Disk Drive Recovery options ....................54

Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the

Recovery media ..........................................59

Installing drivers and applications.....................60

Using the TouchPad™.............................................60

Scrolling with the TouchPad™ ..........................61

Control buttons.................................................61

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ ..............61

Using external display devices ................................61

Directing the display output when you

turn on the computer ..................................62

Adjusting the quality of the external display......63

Using an external keyboard.....................................63

Using a mouse........................................................64

Connecting a printer ...............................................64

Setting up a printer ...........................................64

Connecting an optional external diskette drive........65

Turning off the computer ........................................66

Options for turning off the computer ................66

Using the Shut Down command .......................69

Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........71

Using and configuring Sleep mode ...................73

Closing the display panel ..................................76

Customizing your computer’s settings....................76

Caring for your computer........................................76

Cleaning the computer......................................76

Contents

Moving the computer........................................76

Using a computer lock ......................................77

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics.................................................78

Computing tips .......................................................78

Using the keyboard .................................................80

Character keys ..................................................80

Making your keyboard emulate a full-size

keyboard .....................................................80

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys .........................................81

Function keys....................................................81

Special Windows

® keys ....................................81

Overlay keys......................................................82

Using the overlay to type numeric data.............82

Starting a program..................................................83

Starting a program from the Start menu...........83

Starting a program from Windows

® Explorer ...84

Starting a program using the Start

Search field.................................................85

Saving your work....................................................85

Printing your work ..................................................87

Backing up your work .............................................88

Restoring your work .........................................88

Using the optical drive ............................................89

Optical drive components .................................89

Inserting an optical disc....................................90

Playing an audio CD..........................................91

Playing optical media........................................92

Creating a CD/DVD............................................93

Removing a disc with the computer on.............93

Removing a disc with the computer off ............94

Caring for CD or DVD discs ..............................94

Toshiba’s online resources .....................................94

Contents

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing................................................... 95

Toshiba’s energy-saver design................................95

Running the computer on battery power ................95

Battery Notice ...................................................96

Power management ..........................................97

Using additional batteries .................................97

Charging batteries...................................................97

Charging the main battery.................................98

Charging the RTC battery..................................98

Monitoring main battery power...............................99

Determining remaining battery power.............101

What to do when the main battery runs low ...101

Setting battery notifications ............................102

Conserving battery power ...............................103

Power Plans....................................................104

Using a hot key to set the Power Plan.............105

Changing the main battery ....................................106

Removing the battery from the computer .......106

Inserting a charged battery .............................108

Taking care of your battery ...................................109

Safety precautions ..........................................109

Maintaining your battery .................................110

Disposing of used batteries ..................................111

Traveling tips ........................................................112

Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features...................113

Exploring the desktop ...........................................113

Finding your way around the desktop .............114

Setting up for communications.............................116

Connecting a modem to a telephone line ........117

Connecting your computer to a network.........118

An overview of using the Internet .........................120

The Internet ....................................................121

The World Wide Web ......................................121

Internet Service Providers...............................121

Connecting to the Internet ..............................121

Contents

Surfing the Internet.........................................122

Internet features..............................................122

Uploading to, and downloading files

from, the Internet......................................123

Exploring audio features .......................................123

Recording sounds...........................................123

Using external speakers or headphones..........124

Using an ExpressCard™........................................124

Inserting an ExpressCard™.............................124

Removing an ExpressCard™...........................125

Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot ....................126

Inserting memory media.................................126

Removing memory media...............................127

Using the i.LINK

® port ..........................................127

Chapter 5: Utilities....................................................................128

TOSHIBA Assist ....................................................129

Connect...........................................................130

Secure.............................................................131

Protect & Fix ...................................................132

Optimize..........................................................133

TOSHIBA Application Installer...............................134

Setting passwords ................................................135

Using an instant password..............................135

Using a supervisor password..........................136

Using a user password ...................................137

Deleting a user password................................138

TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility......................139

TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........140

Mouse Utility.........................................................141

TOSHIBA Hardware Setup.....................................142

TOSHIBA Zooming Utility......................................143

CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ...........................145

TOSHIBA Accessibility ..........................................146

Contents

ConfigFree

®...........................................................146

Getting Started................................................147

ConfigFree

® Utilities........................................148

Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong ................................... 150

Problems that are easy to fix ................................150

Problems when you turn on the computer............151

The Windows

® operating system is not working ..154

Using Startup options to fix problems ............154

Internet problems ...........................................155

The Windows

® operating system can

help you ....................................................156

Resolving a hardware conflict ...............................156

A plan of action ...............................................156

Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........157

Memory problems ..........................................158

Power and the batteries ..................................159

Keyboard problems.........................................160

Display problems ............................................161

Disk drive problems........................................163

Optical drive problems....................................164

Sound system problems .................................165

ExpressCard™ problems.................................166

Printer problems.............................................168

Modem problems............................................169

Wireless networking problems .......................169

DVD operating problems.......................................172

Develop good computing habits ...........................173

Data and system configuration backup in

the Windows

® operating system...............174

If you need further assistance...............................178

Before you contact Toshiba ............................178

Contacting Toshiba .........................................179

Other Toshiba Internet Web sites..........................179

Toshiba’s worldwide offices..................................180

Contents

Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards..................................182

Hot Key Cards .......................................................182

Using the Hot Key Cards .................................183

Application Cards..................................................184

Using the Application Cards............................185

Card Case........................................................185

Hot key functions..................................................186

Volume Mute ..................................................187

Password security ..........................................188

Power plan......................................................189

Sleep mode.....................................................190

Hibernation mode ...........................................191

Display modes ................................................192

Display brightness ..........................................193

Disabling or enabling wireless devices............194

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad

™

..............195

Changing screen resolution ............................196

Keyboard hot key functions ............................197

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors..........................198

Glossary....................................................................................199

Index..........................................................................................213

Introduction

Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia

computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and

entertainment can accompany you wherever you go.

This notebook is compatible with European Union Directive

2002/95/EC, Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances

in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS), which restricts use of

lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE.

Toshiba requires its notebook component suppliers to meet RoHS

requirements and verifies its suppliers’ commitment to meeting

RoHS requirements by conducting component sampling inspections

during the product design approval process.

Certain Microsoft

® software product(s) included with this computer

may use technological measures for copy protection. IN SUCH EVENT

YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE PRODUCT IF YOU DO N

FULLY COMPLY WITH THE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDU

Product activation procedures and Microsoft’s privacy policy will be

detailed during initial launch of the product, or upon certain

reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfigurations of the

computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges

may apply).

Some software may differ from its retail version (if available), and may

not include user manuals or all program functionality.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

NOTENOTE

Introduction

This guide

The product specifications and configuration information are designed

for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the features

and specifications listed or illustrated. For more detailed information

about the features and specifications on your particular model, please

visit Toshiba’s Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.

While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure

the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications,

configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are all

subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date product

information about your computer, or to stay current with the various

computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba’s Web site at

pcsupport.toshiba.com.

This guide

This guide introduces the computer’s features. You can:

❖Read the entire guide from beginning to end.

❖Skim through and stop when a topic interests you.

❖Use the table of contents and the index to find specific

information.

Safety icons

This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to

avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries,

damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions

have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and

icons highlight these instructions as follows:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may

result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTE

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Introduction

Other documentation

Your computer comes with the following documentation:

❖An electronic version of the user’s guide (this document)

❖It may also contain guides for other programs that may come

with your system.

For accessory information, visit Toshiba’s Web site at

accessories.toshiba.com.

Service options

Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to

complement its limited warranty. Toshiba’s standard limited

warranty, extended warranty, and service upgrade terms and

conditions are available at warranty.toshiba.com.

To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options

for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to

regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.

If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If Something

Goes Wrong” on page 150.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

Chapter 1

Getting Started

This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes

how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time

you use your notebook computer.

Selecting a place to work

Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of

circumstances and locations.

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the

computer and any other items you are using, such as a printer.

Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to

provide adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat.

To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your

work area from:

❖Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.

❖Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such

as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to

the computer) or speakerphones.

❖Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of

temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

❖Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.

❖Liquids and corrosive chemicals.

Keeping yourself comfortable

The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that

shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for

setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably

throughout the day.

Precautions

Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of

use, and to withstand the rigors of travel. You should observe

certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or

damage to the computer.

❖Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or surface

of the computer.

Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your computer, and

never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture.

Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire,

resulting in damage or serious injury. If any of these eventualities

should accidentally occur, immediately:

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Disconnect the AC adaptor from the power plug socket and

computer.

3. Remove the battery pack.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or

permanent damage to the computer.

Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to

an authorized service center.

Computer base and palm rest can become hot! Avoid prolonged

contact to prevent heat injury to skin.

Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort.

Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to

drop a heavy object onto the computer. It could damage the

computer or cause system failure.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

❖Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active.

Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to

a disk/disc or flash media may damage the disk/disc or flash

media, the drive, or both.

❖Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate

strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers.

Information on some disks is stored magnetically. Placing a

magnet too close to a disk can erase important files.

Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp

it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you

could damage the disc and possibly lose data.

❖Scan all new files for viruses.

This precaution is especially important for files you receive via

email or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new

programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer

virus. You need a special program to check for viruses. Ask

your dealer to help you.

Important information on your computer’s cooling fan

Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by

drawing outside air into the computer.

Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate

ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned

on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your

computer is in Sleep mode). In this condition, observe the following:

❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object.

❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source,

such as an electric blanket or heater.

❖ Never block the air vents.

❖ Always operate your computer on a hard surface. Using your

computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents.

Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system

failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting

in serious injury.

The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to and

including “Setting up your software” on page 37 before adding

external or internal components to your computer. These

components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard,

printer, memory, and ExpressCard™.

Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to

be charged before you can use it.

To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the

AC adaptor. See “Connecting to a power source” on page 39.

Setting up your software

When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the

power again until the operating system has loaded completely.

The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows

appear, may vary according to your software setup choices.

The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides

you through steps to set up your software.

1From the Welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup

Wizard.

2Confirm acceptance of Microsoft’s End User License

Agreement and click Next.

3Enter your desired user name and password, choose a picture to

be associated with your user account, and then click Next.

4Enter the computer name and choose your background and

then click Next.

5Click the appropriate option from the Help Protect Windows

Automatically screen.

6Follow the remaining screen prompts to complete the setup

process.

7Click Start when the Thank You message appears.

The Windows® operating system checks the system’s

performance, and then may restart your computer.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

Getting Started

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba

to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers

applicable to your product. Product registration can be completed

during the initial start up process of your computer. If you decide

not to register at that time, you can either double-click the Toshiba

Registration icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at

www.register.toshiba.com at a later time. Failure to complete

Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the

Toshiba limited Warranty.

To register online, you must be connected to the Internet.

Adding optional external devices

Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends

setting up your software. See “Setting up your software” on page 37.

After starting your computer for the first time you may want to:

❖Add more memory (see “Adding memory (optional)” on

page 44)

❖Connect a mouse (see “Using a mouse” on page 64)

❖Connect a full-size keyboard (see “Using an external

keyboard” on page 63)

❖Connect an external monitor (see “Using external display

devices” on page 61)

❖Connect a local printer (see “Connecting a printer” on page 64)

❖Connect an optional external disk drive (see “Connecting an

optional external diskette drive” on page 65)

❖Install an ExpressCard (see “Using an ExpressCard™” on

page 124) (available on certain models)

NOTE

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NOTE

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Getting Started

Connecting to a power source

Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power cord/cable

and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet,

or to charge the computer’s battery.

Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always

grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may damage the

cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in

serious injury.

Always confirm that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) ha

been fully inserted into the socket, to ensure a secure electrical connection.

Failure to do so may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in

serious injury.

Be careful if you use a multiple connector. An overload on one socket

could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious

injury.

Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your

computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provide

with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by

TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use

an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damag

to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no

liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or

charger.

(Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor

Power cord/cable

AC adaptor AC adaptor cord

Getting Started

Connecting to a power source

To connect AC power to the computer:

1Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor.

(Sample Illustration) Connecting the power cord/cable to the AC

adaptor

Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a

chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or

other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

2Plug the AC adaptor cord into the DC-IN on the right side of

the computer.

(Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the

computer

3Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet.

The AC power light on the indicator panel glows blue.

Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands.

Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock,

possibly resulting in serious injury.

Getting Started

Charging the main battery

The computer’s main battery light gives you an indication of

the main battery’s current charge:

❖Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC

adaptor connected)

❖Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged

❖Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery

is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the

computer or AC outlet

❖Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is

time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor

If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main

battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the

AC power supply.

Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery

pack. See “Changing the main battery” on page 106 for information

on replacing the main battery.

Charging the main battery

Your computer came with its battery already installed. Before using

the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery.

To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power

source with the computer turned off until the battery light glows

blue. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to

power the computer.

Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the

computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a

time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the

battery.

TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur wh

your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor

to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer’s Power

Options utility can be used to select a power level setting that

reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the

battery to recharge.

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Using the computer for the first time

Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications,

power management settings, and features used.

Using the computer for the first time

The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it.

Opening the display panel

1Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the

display panel.

2Slide the display latch to the right.

3Gently raise the panel.

4Adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle.

(Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel

When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on the

palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to

slowly open or close the display panel.

To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point

where it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display

panel.

Do not press or push on the display panel and be careful to remove

any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the

display panel.

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Using the computer for the first time

Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn

on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number

of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-

precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on

your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT

manufacturing technology. Over a period of time, and depending on

the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will

deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen

technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the

screen will dim and you may not be able to increase the brightness

of the screen while on battery power.

Your computer’s features and specifications

Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible

configurations for an entire product Series. Your select model may

not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of

the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you

have selected all those features.

This information applies to all the features and icons described in

this guide.

Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on

your computer:

(Sample Illustration) System icons

Turning on the power

To turn on the computer:

1Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you

plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly

connected and ready.

2Check to ensure that all optical drives are empty.

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Adding memory (optional)

3Press and hold the power button in until the on/off light on the

system indicator panel glows blue—about one second.

(Sample Illustration) Turning on the power

The preinstalled operating system will load automatically.

When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the

power again until the operating system has loaded completely.

Adding memory (optional)

HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories

information packaged with your system or visit

accessories.toshiba.com.

Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’s

popular applications. You may want to increase the computer’s

memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of

data.

Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends

setting up your software. See “Setting up your software” on page 37.

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Adding memory (optional)

Installing a memory module

Memory modules can be installed in the memory module slots on

the base of the computer. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver

for this procedure.

If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may

be hot. The surrounding area may also be hot. Allow the module to

cool to room temperature before replacing it. Avoid touching the

cover, the module, and the surrounding area before they have cooled.

Failure to follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury.

To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a small Phillips

screwdriver that is in good condition.

Installing a memory module with the computer’s power on may

damage the computer, the module, or both.

The computer has two memory slots—Slot A and Slot B. You can

install one or two memory modules.

Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer

using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module

while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be lost

If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3.

1Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button in

the lower-right corner of the Start menu.

The Shut Down menu appears.

(Sample Image) Shut Down menu

Arrow

Shut Down Menu

Start

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Adding memory (optional)

2Click Shut Down.

The operating system turns off the computer.

3Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer,

including the AC adaptor.

4Remove the main battery. For information on removing the

main battery, see “Removing the battery from the computer”

on page 106.

5Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to

locate the memory module slot cover.

(Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover

6Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw

that secures the memory module slot cover.

(Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover

Memory module slot cover

Front of computer

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Adding memory (optional)

7Remove the memory module slot cover.

8Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can

retrieve them later.

Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle

the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static

electricity you may have built up.

Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the

computer. Grease or dust on the connector may cause memory

access problems.

9Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic

packaging, without touching its connector.

10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of the

computer.

If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by

performing steps 2 3- of “Removing a memory module” on page 49.

If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one

another, you must remove the top module first before

removing/installing the bottom module.

11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact

with its connector. Position the module toward the socket, aligning

the connector’s notch with the matching key in the socket.

(Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the socket

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key

notch

connector

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Adding memory (optional)

12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot’s socket

at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface

of the computer).

(Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket

13 Once the module’s connector is fully inserted into the socket,

press downward on the top edge of the module to seat the

module into the latches at the sides of the socket. These latches

should “snap” into place securely with the corresponding

cutouts in the side of the module. If the latches and cutouts do

not line up correctly, repeat steps 12 13- .

(Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the memory module

latch

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Adding memory (optional)

Do not force the memory module into position. The memory

module should be completely inserted into the socket and level

when secured in place.

(Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot

14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the

captive screw.

15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting

the main battery, see “Inserting a charged battery” on page 108.

16 Turn the computer right side up.

17 Reconnect the cables.

18 Restart the computer.

TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module

installed for the computer to work.

You can now continue setting up the computer. When the operating

system has loaded, you can verify that the computer has recognized

the additional memory module.

If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify

that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in

“Checking total memory” on page 51.

Removing a memory module

If you need to remove a memory module:

1Complete steps 1 8– in “Installing a memory module” on

page 45 to shut down the computer and open the memory

module slot cover.

Memory slots

Getting Started

Adding memory (optional)

Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on.

You can damage the computer and the memory module.

Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Sleep or

Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up the next time you

turn it on and data in memory will be lost. In either of the above

cases, the Sleep configuration will not be saved.

The following screen may appear when you turn on the power:

If “Start Windows

® Normally” is highlighted, then press Enter.

If one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is best to press

Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at

which time Windows

® should boot back up normally.

When Safe Mode is suggested, this could be a sign that you may

need to scan your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive. If so,

consult Windows

® Help and Support.

2Pull the latches away from the memory module.

The memory module pops up slightly.

If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one

another, you must remove the top module first before

removing/installing the bottom module.

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Adding memory (optional)

3Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it

out of the slot.

(Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module

4Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the

screw.

5Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting

the main battery, see “Inserting a charged battery” on page 108.

6Turn the computer right side up.

7Reconnect the cables.

8Restart the computer.

TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module

installed for the computer to work.

Checking total memory

When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the

computer has recognized the change. To do this:

1Click Start, Control Panel, and then System.

The System window appears.

2The total memory is displayed below the System heading

under .Memory (RAM)

If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn

off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover

(complete steps 1 8- in “Installing a memory module” on page 45),

and then check that the module is inserted completely into the

socket and lined up squarely with the socket latches.

Front of computer

Memory slots

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Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

From time to time, Windows

® will display a pop-up that says,

“Windows

® needs your permission to continue.” This is a security

feature to prevent programs or people from doing things on your

computer without your permission. If you were trying to perform the

action, click Continue; otherwise, click Cancel. If unsure, cancel and

try again.

Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

(Available on certain models)

Your computer has been configured with a hard disk partition

(available on certain models) to allow you to recover your hard disk

drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or

utilities.

It is strongly recommended that you create recovery CDs/DVDs

before using your system. For more information on creating

Recovery media see “Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs” on page 53.

Using the HDD Recovery, you can:

❖Create Hard Drive Recovery CDs or DVDs using a writable

drive

❖Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default

❖Recover just your C: drive, leaving any other partitions you

may have created intact, for example, a D: drive

❖Recover to a custom sized partition, leaving extra space to

create an additional partition later

❖Erase the hard disk completely

❖Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with

your computer

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Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs

Depending on your system configuration, you may be able to copy

the Hard Drive Recovery Utilities to CD or DVD which gives you

the ability to recover your hard disk drive and recover your system

if the hard drive recovery partition has been deleted or the hard disk

has been replaced on your computer.

The system will prompt you to insert the appropriate number of blank

CDs or DVDs to copy the Hard Drive Recovery Utilities. If your optica

disc drive is not writable, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain

the Recovery media for your system.

The Toshiba Global Support Centre in the United States is

(800) 457-7777, outside the United States it is (949) 859-4273.

To create recovery CDs/DVDs:

1Double-click the Recovery Disc Creator icon on the

Windows® desktop. You can also launch the application by

clicking Start, All Programs, and then Recovery Disc

Creator.

2Select CD or DVD (to create Recovery media on CDs or DVDs).

(Sample Image) Recovery Disc Creator screen

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Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

3Select the items you want to copy by clicking the check box

next to the item’s Name—recovery files, applications (original

bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files

and applications.

4Click Create.

5Insert the first blank CD or DVD into your writable optical

drive when prompted.

6Follow the on-screen prompts for completing the copy process.

For more information on using the Recovery media you have

created with the preceding steps see “Hard Disk Drive Recovery

using the Recovery media” on page 59.

Hard Disk Drive Recovery options

The following are the available hard disk drive recovery options:

❖Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition

❖Recovering the original factory image (recommended recovery

method)

❖Erasing the hard disk

❖Recovering the C: partition of the HDD without changing the

current partition size

❖Recovering the C: partition with a user specified size

❖Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media

❖Checking the HDD operating status

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Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition

You have the options of recovering your system using the Hard

Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering

just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D:

drive) intact, or changing the size of your C: drive and then

recovering it.

To recover your hard disk drive using the utilities stored on your

computer’s HDD:

1Make sure the computer is turned off.

2Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while

powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the

Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays.

(Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen

3Select one of the options, and then click . The options are:Next

❖Recovery of Factory Default Software

❖Erase the hard disk

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Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

Recovering the original factory image (recommended

recovery method)

Recovering a hard disk drive to its out of box state deletes all partitions

on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost. Be sure to save

your work to external media first.

1On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of

Factory Default Software, and then click Next.

The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears.

(Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen

2Select Recover to out-of-box-state, and then click Next.

A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data

will be lost during the recovery process. Be sure to save your

work to external media before proceeding.

3Click Next to begin the recovery.

Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been

recovered.

4Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer.

Getting Started

Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

Erasing the hard disk

The Recovery Wizard allows you to delete all data and partitions

from the hard disk.

To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk:

1On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the

hard disk, and then click Next.

2The next screen lists the two methods you can choose:

❖Delete all data and partitions from the hard disk—This

option deletes all of the data on the hard disk without

overwriting the HDD.

❖Delete all partitions and overwrite all sectors on the

hard disk—This option deletes all data, then overwrites

the entire HDD for security purposes. This may take

several hours, depending on the size of your HDD.

(Sample Image) Erase the hard disk screen

3Select the desired method, and then click Next.

A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data

will be lost. Be sure you have saved your work to external

media before proceeding.

4Click Next to begin deleting the HDD.

When the process is completed, a message displays informing

you that the HDD has been deleted.

5Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer.

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Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

Recovering the C: partition of the HDD without changing the

current partition size

Recovering the C: drive to its factory default setting reformats your

drive and your information on the recovered drive will be lost. Be

sure to save your work to external media first. If you have created

other partitions (for example, a D: drive) those partitions and any

information on them will not be affected and will remain intact.

To recover only your C: drive:

1On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of

Factory Default Software, and then click Next.

2Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions.

A confirmation message appears, reminding you that all

information on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery

process. Be sure you have saved your work to external media

before proceeding.

3Click Next to begin the restoration.

Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been

recovered.

4Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer.

Recovering the C: partition with a user specified size

Resizing and recovering your C: drive to its factory default setting

reformats all partitions on the HDD (for example, if you created a D:

drive, it will be deleted during the recovery process) and your

information will be lost. Be sure to save your work to external media

first.

To resize and recover your C: drive:

1On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of

Factory Default Software, and then click Next.

2Select Recover to a custom size partition.

3Specify the size of the C: drive. Click the up/down arrows to

increase/decrease the C: drive size in 1 GB increments.

The size of the C: drive will display on the progress bar as you make

your selections.

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4Click Next to begin the restoration. Once complete, a message

displays that the HDD has been recovered.

5Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer.

Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media

If you need to recover your computer to its default factory state, you

can rebuild the system using your Hard Drive Recovery Utilities.

To recover your hard disk drive using the utilities burned to CDs or

DVDs (refer to “Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs” on page 53):

1Insert the first recovery CD or DVD into your optical drive and

power on the computer.

2When the initial screen displays, press F12.

The boot menu appears.

3Using the arrow keys, select the CD/DVD option and press

Enter. The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard

screen.

4Please refer to “Hard Disk Drive Recovery options” on

page 54, to explain the available recovery options.

(Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen

Getting Started

Using the TouchPad™

Checking the HDD operating status

After restoring your hard disk drive, you can check its status as

follows:

1Click Start.

2Right-click Computer.

3Select Manage.

4Click Disk Management.

5Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its

status in the lower portion of the screen.

Installing drivers and applications

(Available on certain models)

The TOSHIBA Application Installer (available on certain models)

allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were

originally bundled with your computer.

To reinstall drivers and applications:

1Double-click the TOSHIBA Application Installer icon on the

Windows® desktop.

2Click Next.

3Click the item(s) you want to install.

4Click Install.

5Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation process.

Using the TouchPad™

The TouchPad™, the small, smooth, square cutout located in front of

the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the

cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move your finger on the

TouchPad in the direction you would like to move the cursor:

❖To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your finger

forward on the TouchPad.

❖To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your finger

toward yourself.

❖To move the cursor to the right side of the page, slide your

finger across the TouchPad from left to right.

❖To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to left.

Getting Started

Using external display devices

Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen,

moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move

your finger several times across the TouchPad in the preferred

direction.

Once you have positioned your cursor, you can click it into place by

either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons.

Scrolling with the TouchPad™

There are two active regions on the TouchPad™ that allow you to

scroll as you would with any wheel device on a mouse or trackball.

To scroll vertically, run your finger up or down along the right edge

of the TouchPad. To scroll horizontally, run your finger along the

bottom edge of the TouchPad. This feature can be disabled or

changed in the Mouse Properties dialog box.

Control buttons

When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the

cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand)

button. To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid

succession. The primary button usually corresponds to the left

mouse button.

The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the

program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right mouse

button (“right-clicking”). Check your program’s documentation to

determine whether it uses the right mouse button.

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™

The TouchPad™ is enabled by default. To change the enable/disable

TouchPad setting, press Fn + F9. This hot key enables/disables the

The other three virtual buttons have no default settings. You must

configure these buttons in the Mouse Properties dialog box before

they can be used.

Using external display devices

Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also

connect an external display device to an available video port, as

follows:

❖An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port

❖A TV, VCR, or DVD recorder via the S-video (TV-out) port*

*(Available on certain models)

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Using external display devices

Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure

your computer for the type of device you are connecting. To do this,

refer to the documentation for your operating system and devices.

Connecting an external monitor or projector

You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your

computer if you need a larger screen. To do this:

1Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB (monitor) port

on the side of the computer.

2Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical outlet.

3Turn on the external device.

Your computer will automatically detect the external display

device and activate a screen with display options.

4Select the settings you desire and click Apply.

5Click OK.

Directing the display output when you turn on the computer

Once you have connected an external display device, you can

choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or

both simultaneously.

Some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached

and turned on.

The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the

display hot key (Fn + F5):

1While holding down Fn F5, press repeatedly, pausing between

each press, until the setting you want takes effect.

This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order:

❖Built-in display only

❖Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously

❖External monitor only

❖Built-in display and TV (or other external video device)

simultaneously

❖TV (or other external video device) only

❖Built-in display and external monitor (extended desktop)

❖Built-in display and TV (extended desktop)

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Using an external keyboard

❖Swap-Switch primary display between internal display

and external monitor when using extended desktop

(Sample Image) Display options window

The right-most icon in the above illustration is for the Swap Image

Display mode. This mode is available only if the current setting is an

extended desktop mode (Built-in Display and External Monitor, or

Built-in Display and TV). In extended desktop mode, the image is

split into two sides, one side per display device. To swap sides,

select Swap Image Display.

2Release the Fn key.

Adjusting the quality of the external display

To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other

video display device), you may need to adjust the video settings.

See the video device documentation for additional configuration

steps.

TECHNICAL NOTE: To use one of the simultaneous modes, you must

set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the

resolution of the external display device. The external display device

must support a resolution of 800 x 600 or higher.

Using an external keyboard

If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your

computer. The computer’s USB ports support any USB-compatible

keyboard.

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Using a mouse

You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’s built-in

TouchPad. You can use a USB-compatible mouse.

Connecting a printer

Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer

software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. If

you do not install the software as instructed by the printer

manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly.

Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow the

manufacturer’s instructions when connecting a printer.

You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer

through the USB ports. To determine if the printer is USB-

compatible, check its documentation.

To make the connection, you need a suitable USB cable which may

come with your printer. If a USB cable was not included with your

printer, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store.

If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer may

automatically recognize the printer; the printer is then ready for use.

Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions.

TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and

Play, check its documentation.

If your printer does not support Plug and Play, you can set up the

printer as described in “Setting up a printer” on page 64.

To connect a printer to your computer:

1Connect the printer cable to the printer and then connect the

other end to one of the computer’s USB ports.

2Plug the printer’s power cable into a live AC outlet.

Setting up a printer

Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your

printer installation guide for instructions before completing the

following procedure.

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Connecting an optional external diskette drive

If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to

set it up for the first time. You only need to set up the printer once.

1Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then

under Printers, click Add a printer.

The Add Printer Wizard appears.

(Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard

2Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer.

Connecting an optional external diskette drive

Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette,

require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes.

(Sample Illustration) Optional external USB diskette drive

Getting Started

Turning off the computer

To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the

cable to one of the computer’s USB ports.

(Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette

drive

Turning off the computer

Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows®

operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make sure the

system indicator panel’s disk light and the drive-in-use light are off.

If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you

may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive.

It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it

for a while.

If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer

plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to

fully charge the main battery.

Options for turning off the computer

Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than

one option available for turning off the computer: Shut Down,

Hibernate, and Sleep. Each option has its advantages.

❖Use the Shut Down or Hibernate command if you will not be

using the computer for several days or if you must turn off your

computer.

You must turn off your computer in order to upgrade your

computer’s internal hardware (such as memory).

Getting Started

Turning off the computer

TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut Down option to turn off

your computer, save your files and make sure all disk/disc activity

lights are off.

If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all,

wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again.

❖Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings,

and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you

turn on the computer again, you will quickly and automatically

return to where you left off.

Hibernation mode

Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely, but it first

saves the current state of the computer to hard disk. Since

Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved

information, system settings are retained indefinitely.

Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation:

❖While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery

power.

❖Because the state of the system is stored to hard disk, no data is

lost if the main battery discharges.

❖Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less

main battery power than restarting after turning off the

computer using the Shut down command.

❖Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and

consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep.

❖When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in

which you left it, including all open programs and files you

were using.

For information on how to use and configure Hibernation mode see

“Using and configuring Hibernation mode” on page 71.

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Turning off the computer

Sleep mode

The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving

mode. Sleep saves the current state of the computer to memory so

that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from

where you left off.

After your computer sleeps for an extended period of time, the

Windows

® operating system may save any open documents and

programs to your hard disk, and then shuts down the computer.

Factors to consider when choosing Sleep:

❖While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery

power.

❖Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will

lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is

in Sleep mode.

❖Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main

battery power than restarting after turning off the computer

using the Hibernation or Shut down commands.

❖When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in

which you left it, including all open programs and files you

were using.

❖If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will

try to enter Hibernation mode.

If you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery

discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Be sure to

save your work first.

For information on using Sleep, see “Using and configuring Sleep

mode” on page 73.

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Getting Started

Turning off the computer

Using the Shut Down command

The Shut down command completely shuts down the computer

without saving your work or the current state of the computer. This

command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating

system, and then turns off your computer.

Use the following steps to turn off your computer using the Shut

Down command:

1Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in

the lower-right part of the Start menu.

The Shut Down menu appears.

(Sample Image) Shut Down menu

2Click Shut Down.

The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the

operating system, and then turns off.

Turning off the computer more quickly

You can also turn off the computer by pressing the power button.

To use this method, you first need to activate it using the Power

Options feature. By default, pressing your computer’s power button

puts the computer into Sleep mode.

1Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and

then Power Options.

The Power Options window appears.

2Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be

customized.

The Edit Plan Settings window appears.

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Start

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Turning off the computer

3Click Change advanced power settings.

The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears.

(Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen

4Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you

can configure.

5Select the options you want from the drop-down lists.

These options can be set separately for how they operate while the

computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC

power.

❖Lid close action

Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to

shut down when you close the display panel.

❖Power button action

Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to

shut down when you press the power button.

❖Start menu power button

Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut

down when you click the power button in the Start menu.

6Click Apply.

7Click OK.

Once the computer is configured, you can turn it off by either

pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending

on the options set.

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Turning off the computer

Restarting your computer

To start the computer up again, press the power button until the

on/off light glows blue.

If you turn off the computer by closing the display panel, you can

start it again by opening the display panel.

Using and configuring Hibernation mode

To turn off the computer using the Hibernation command:

1Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in

the lower-right part of the Start menu.

The Shut Down menu appears.

(Sample Image) Shut Down menu

2Click Hibernate.

The computer saves the state of all open programs and files,

turns off the display, and then turns off.

Configuring Hibernation mode options

You can place the computer into Hibernation mode by either

pressing the power button or closing the display panel. You can also

specify an amount of time after which the computer automatically

goes into Hibernation mode.

To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them using the

Power Options feature.

1Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and

then Power Options.

The Power Options window appears.

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Start

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Turning off the computer

2Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be

customized.

The Edit Plan Settings window appears.

3Click Change advanced power settings.

The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window

appears.

(Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen

4Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you

can configure.

5Select Hibernate for the options you want.

These options can be set separately for how they operate while the

computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC

power.

❖Lid close action

Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go

into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel.

❖Power button action

Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go

into Hibernation mode when you press the power button.

❖Start menu power button

Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to

go into Hibernation mode when you click the power

button in the Start menu.

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Turning off the computer

6Click Apply.

7Click OK.

Once the computer is configured, you can place it into Hibernation

mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display

panel, depending on the Hibernation options set.

Starting again from Hibernation mode

To start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press the power

button until the on/off light glows blue. The computer returns to the

screen(s) you were using.

If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display

panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel.

Using and configuring Sleep mode

To turn off the computer using the Sleep command:

1Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in

the lower-right part of the Start menu.

The Shut Down menu appears.

(Sample Image) Shut Down menu

2Click Sleep.

The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to

the memory, turns off the display, and enters into a low-power

mode. The on/off light blinks amber indicating the computer is

in Sleep mode.

Arrow

Shut Down Menu

Start

Getting Started

Turning off the computer

Configuring Sleep mode options

You can place the computer into Sleep mode by either pressing the

power button or closing the display panel. You can also specify an

amount of time after which the computer automatically goes into

Sleep mode.

To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them using the

Power Options feature.

1Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and

then Power Options.

The Power Options window appears.

2Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be

customized.

The Edit Plan Settings window appears.

(Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen

3To change the amount of time after which the computer enters

Sleep mode:

❖Under Put the computer to sleep, select the desired

amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in

categories.

❖To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep

mode, select Never.

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Turning off the computer

4Click Change advanced power settings.

The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears.

(Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen

5Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you

can configure.

6Select Sleep for the options you want.

These options can be set separately for how they operate while the

computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC

power.

❖Lid close action

Set this option to Sleep if you want the computer to go

into Sleep mode when you close the display panel.

❖Power button action

Set this option to Sleep if you want the computer to go

into Sleep mode when you press the power button.

❖Start menu power button

Set this option to Sleep if you want the computer to go

into Sleep mode when you click the power button in the

Start menu.

7Click Apply.

8Click OK.

Once the computer is configured, you can place it into Sleep mode

by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel,

depending on the Sleep options set.

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Getting Started

Customizing your computer’s settings

Starting again from Sleep mode

To start up the computer from Sleep mode, press the power button

until the on/off light glows blue. The computer returns to the

screen(s) you were using.

If you place the computer in Sleep mode by closing the display

panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel.

Closing the display panel

After you have turned off the computer, close the display panel to

keep dust and dirt out of the computer.

Customizing your computer’s settings

There are several ways in which you can customize your computer

to suit your particular requirements. Refer to your operating system

documentation or Help and Support for details.

You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For

more information, see “Power Plans” on page 104. There are

additional custom settings you can choose. See “Utilities” on

page 128.

Caring for your computer

This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer. For

information about taking care of your computer’s battery, see

“Taking care of your battery” on page 109.

Cleaning the computer

Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s

keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly

onto the computer and/or display. Never use harsh or caustic

chemical products to clean the computer.

To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and

exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth.

Moving the computer

Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all

disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and

all external peripheral cables are disconnected.

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Caring for your computer

Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back.

Doing so could damage the system.

Using a computer lock

You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as

your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional

computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable

lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com.

(Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable

To secure the computer:

1Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object.

Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable

off the object.

2Pass the locking end through the loop.

3Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot on your

computer, then engage the locking device.

The computer is now securely locked.

(Sample Illustration) Attaching security lock cable

Chapter 2

Learning the Basics

This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important

information about basic features.

Computing tips

❖Save your work frequently.

Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until

you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down

and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your

battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose

all work since you last saved.

See “Saving your work” on page 85 for further information.

HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that can be

activated. This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset

intervals. See your software documentation for details.

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Computing tips

❖Back up your files to disks (or other removable media) on a

regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in

a safe place.

It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However,

if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it

unless you have a separate backup copy. For more information,

see “Data and system configuration backup in the Windows®

operating system” on page 174.

❖Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to

conserve disk space and improve performance.

❖Scan all new files for viruses.

This precaution is especially important for files you receive via

diskette, email, or download from the Internet.

❖Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and

eyestrain.

❖Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates

a drive is active.

Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to

a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.

❖Before turning off the computer, use the Shut Down command

or Sleep command. See “Using and configuring Sleep mode”

on page 73 to learn more about Sleep.

The Windows

® operating system records information, such as your

desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you do not let the

Windows

® operating system shut down normally, details such as

new icon positions may be lost.

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Using the keyboard

Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys,

function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the

functionality of a full-size keyboard.

(Sample Illustration) Keyboard

Character keys

Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a

typewriter, except that:

❖The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing

over an area of the page.

❖The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not

interchangeable.

❖The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not

interchangeable.

Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard

Although your computer’s keyboard layout is compatible with a

standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys.

A standard full-size keyboard has two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys;

editing keys; cursor positioning keys; and a numeric keypad.

Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of the

specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard.

Your computer’s keyboard has only one Enter key. Most of the time,

this does not matter. However, some programs assign separate

functions to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized

keyboard. Using the Fn key, you can simulate the Enter key. Press Fn

and Enter simultaneously to simulate the Enter key on the numeric

pad of the enhanced keyboard.

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Using the keyboard

Overlay keys

The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form

the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric

data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on

a desktop computer’s keyboard.

(Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay

Using the overlay to type numeric data

The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric

overlay keys.

To turn the numeric overlay on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously.

The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows

when the numeric overlay is on.

To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11

again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel

goes out.

Using the overlay for cursor control

The keys with the gray arrows and symbols on their left front are

the cursor control overlay keys.

To turn the cursor control overlay on, press Fn and F10

simultaneously. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard

indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on.

To disable the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and

press F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard

indicator panel goes out.

Learning the Basics

Starting a program

The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of

the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find

the file, use the Start menu or Windows® Explorer.

If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options. You can:

❖Double-click the icon for the program on your desktop

❖Use the Start menu

❖Use Windows® Explorer or the Start menu to locate the

program file

❖Use the Search or Start Search field in the Start menu

The next three sections explain how to start a program from the

Start menu, Windows® Explorer and the Start Search field.

Starting a program from the Start menu

When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an

icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program that has an icon

in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the

Windows® WordPad program as an example:

1Click Start, and then All .Programs

The Windows® operating system displays the All Programs

menu, which lists programs and program groups. If your

program is listed, go to step 3, otherwise, continue with step 2.

If you pause with your mouse on All Programs, it will open it up. You

may need to scroll up or down to see the complete list.

2Click the program group, in this example, Accessories.

The Accessories menu is displayed.

3Click the program, in this example, WordPad.

WordPad opens.

To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right

corner of the program’s window.

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Starting a program

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer

If a program is not listed in the All Programs menu, you can start it

from Windows® Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a view of

your computer’s contents as a hierarchy or “tree.” You can easily

see the contents of each drive and folder on your computer. To use

this method, you should know the file name and location of the

program’s executable file (this file ends with .exe).

This example opens WordPad using Windows® Explorer.

1Click Start, and then All Programs.

If you pause with your mouse on All Programs, it will open it up. You

may need to scroll up or down to see the complete list.

2Click Accessories.

3Click Windows Explorer.

4In the left part of the window, double-click Computer to

expand the window.

5In the left part of the window, click the line that ends in “Local

Disk (C:).”

6In the left part of the window, under the Local Disk C: icon,

double-click the folder containing the program, in this case

Program Files.

Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files

folder on the right side of the window. The left side of the

window shows all the folders contained within the Program

Files folder.

7In the left part of the window, double-click Windows NT.

8In the left part of the window, double-click Accessories.

Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories

folder on the right side of the window.

9In the right part of the window, double-click wordpad.

The operating system opens WordPad.

To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right

corner of the program’s window.

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Saving your work

Starting a program using the Start Search field

This example uses the Start menu’s Start Search field to start

WordPad:

1Click Start to display the Start menu.

The Start Search field appears at the bottom of the Start menu.

(Sample Image) Start Search field in Start menu

2Start typing the program’s name (wordpad) in the Start Search

field.

As you type, all matching files and programs are displayed in

the Start menu.

3Click WordPad under Programs at the top left of the Start

menu.

Saving your work

Before you turn off the computer using the Shut Down command,

save your work on the hard disk drive, diskette, flash media, or CD.

This is one of the most important rules of computing.

When you turn off the computer using the Sleep or Hibernate

commands, your work should be there when you resume.

Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular

intervals. Check your program’s documentation to see if it has an

automatic save feature.

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Start

field

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Saving your work

Saving files

1In your Windows®-based application, click File, and then Save.

2Click Browse folders.

If you are working with a document that already has a file

name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new document,

your program displays a Save As dialog box.

Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and

to give it a file name.

(Sample Image) Save As dialog box

3Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be

stored.

4Type a file name, then click Save.

HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working

with, click File, and then Save As, and give the new file a different

name.

File names

The Windows® operating system supports long file names that can

contain up to 260 characters and can include spaces. Some

applications do not support long file names and require file names

limited to no more than eight characters.

You may use all the letters, numbers, and other characters on the

keyboard, except for these characters: \ / ? : * " > < |. File names

are not case-sensitive.

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Printing your work

Using a file extension

Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies

the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For

example, Microsoft® Word saves files with a .doc extension. Any

file name with an extension of “.doc” is assumed to be a Microsoft®

Word file. Creating your own extension is usually unwise, since the

program is unlikely to recognize a strange extension and may refuse

to handle your file correctly.

TECHNICAL NOTE: By default, the Windows

® operating system does

not show file extensions. For information on showing or hiding file

extensions, see your Windows

® online Help.

Printing your work

Ensure the operating system is set up for your printer as described

in “Setting up a printer” on page 64.

HINT: You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it

If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, you will

need to set up the Windows

® operating system to run with the

additional printer(s).

To print a file:

1If your printer is not on, turn it on now.

In your Windows

-based application, click

File

, and then

The program displays a Print dialog box.

(Sample Image) Print dialog box

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Backing up your work

3Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of pages

and number of copies to print.

4Click Print.

Backing up your work

Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your

computer. You can back up your files to different types of media

such as CDs, DVDs, diskettes, or to a network, if available.

To back up several files at one time, use the Microsoft® Windows®

backup program preinstalled on the computer’s hard disk. Also see

“Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows®

operating system” on page 176.

HINT: Backing up all the files on your hard disk may take a

considerable amount of time and multiple CDs/DVDs. You may

prefer to use a high-capacity backup system, such as an external

hard drive.

Small files can be backed up on diskettes if an optional external

diskette drive is available.

Restoring your work

To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk,

use the Restore page in the backup program. Look in the online

Help or your operating system documentation for information on

restoring files.

TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program

prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on the

hard disk. Make sure the backup version is the one you want before

overwriting the existing file.

Learning the Basics

Using the optical drive

Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software,

music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a

significant increase in data storage and support features that are not

available on any other video platform. These features include wide-

screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound,

multiple camera angles, and interactive menus.

For these reasons, your computer may come with an optical drive.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Your optical drive is set to play region 1 (Nort

America) DVD-ROMs. If you play a DVD disc from another region,

the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other

region. The drive will allow you to change regions four times. On the

fourth change, the region will be “locked in.” That is, the drive will

only play DVDs from that last region. Note that changing from region

1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes.

For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you play

DVDs while running the computer on AC power.

When viewing DVD movies use the DVD Player software that came

with your computer.

Optical drive components

The optical drive is located on the side of the computer.

Your optical drive may look like this:

(Sample Illustration) Optical drive

Drive in-use indicator light—Indicates when the drive is in use.

Eject button—Press to release the disc tray.

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Drive in-use indicator light

Eject button

Manual eject hole

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Using the optical drive

Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive

in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or

the drive.

When the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the

area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction.

Manual eject hole—Use if you need to release the disc tray when

the power is off. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow

object to press the manual eject button located inside the hole.

Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can

break off inside the computer and damage it.

Inserting an optical disc

To insert an optical disc into the drive:

1Make sure the computer is turned on.

The drive will not open if the computer’s power is off.

2Make sure the drive’s in-use indicator light is off.

3Press the drive’s eject button.

The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch).

4Grasp the tray and pull it fully open.

(Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended

5Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust.

If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in “Caring for CD or

DVD discs” on page 94.

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Using the optical drive

6Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up.

(Sample Illustration) Positioning the disc in the drive

7Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until it clicks into

place.

Handle DVDs and CDs carefully, making contact only with the center

hole and edge. Do not touch the surface of the disc. Do not stack

discs. If you incorrectly handle the discs, you could lose data.

8Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat

on the tray.

If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens,

contact Toshiba support for assistance.

9Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray

until it clicks into place.

You are ready to use the disc.

Playing an audio CD

Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray.

If the computer is turned on, Windows Media

® Player opens and the

CD begins to play. You can use the Windows Media

® Player

program to control the CD.

To access the Windows Media

® Player, you can open it through the

Start menu.

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Using the optical drive

If your disc does not run using this method, try using an application

that is associated with the media on the disc. For example, if it is a

music CD, open Windows Media® Player and use it to select and

then play the CD. For other types of media, use the associated

software to open the files on the disc.

Creating a CD/DVD

Depending on the configuration, your computer may come with an

optical drive that allows you to:

❖Play pre-recorded and recorded optical media

❖Read/write data and multi-media files to recordable optical

media.

For more information regarding supported optical media formats

please refer to your computer’s complete detailed specifications at

pcsupport.toshiba.com.

Due to manufacturing and quality variations in third party optical

media (e.g., CD or DVD) or optical media players/recorders, in

certain cases, your Toshiba optical drive may not record on certain

optical media that bear the applicable logo, or play back optical

media recorded by other computers or optical media recorders.

Additionally, certain optical media recorded on your optical drive

may not play back or operate properly on other computers or optical

media players. These problems are not due to any defect in your

Toshiba computer or optical drive. Please refer to your computer's

product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities.

Copy protection technology may also prevent or limit recording or

viewing of certain optical media.

For details on how to use the software, please refer to the respective

Online Help menus.

Removing a disc with the computer on

To remove a disc (CD or DVD) with the computer turned on:

1Press the eject button on the drive.

Do not press the eject button while the in-use indicator light is

glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive.

Also, if the disc is still spinning when you open the disc tray, wait for

it to stop spinning before you remove it.

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2Pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc, and

place it in its protective cover.

3Gently press the tray in to close it.

Removing a disc with the computer off

To remove a disc with the computer turned off:

1Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into

the manual eject hole.

The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch).

Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can

break off inside the computer and damage it.

2Pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc, and

place it in its protective cover.

3Gently press the tray in to close it.

Caring for CD or DVD discs

❖Store your discs in their original containers to protect them

from scratches and keep them clean.

❖Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it.

❖Do not apply a label to, or otherwise mar the surface of, a disc.

❖Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the surface can

prevent the optical drive from reading the data properly.

❖Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold.

❖To clean a disc that is dirty, wipe it with a clean, dry cloth. The

most efficient method to clean it is to start from the center of

the disc and wipe toward the outward edge (not in a circle). If

necessary, moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner

(not benzine or rubbing alcohol). Let the disc dry completely

before inserting it in the drive.

Toshiba’s online resources

Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can

connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products,

give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with

future upgrades. For more information, see “Contacting Toshiba”

on page 179.

Chapter 3

Mobile Computing

This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while

traveling.

Toshiba’s energy-saver design

Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it is not

being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the

process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy

efficiency.

Many of these energy-saving features have been set. We

recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer

to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it

for longer periods while traveling.

Running the computer on battery power

The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery

that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. You can

recharge it many times.

Mobile Computing

Running the computer on battery power

Battery Notice

Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending

on product model, configuration, applications, power management

settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance

variations produced by the design of individual components.

Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and

configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication.

Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge

while the computer is consuming full power.

After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at

maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for

all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories

information that shipped with your computer or visit the Toshiba

Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Use only batteries designed to

work with your Toshiba notebook computer.

To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate

the computer on battery power at least once a month. The Lithium-

Ion battery has no memory effect so it is not necessary to let the

battery fully discharge each time. However, for better accuracy of

the battery meter, it is helpful to fully discharge the battery

periodically. Please see “Maintaining your battery” on page 110 for

procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power,

either through an AC adaptor or a port replicator (if applicable to

your system), for an extended period (more than a month), the

battery may fail to retain a charge. This may shorten the life of the

battery, and may cause the battery meter to be inaccurate.

For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you play

DVDs while running the computer on AC power. For more

information about Windows® power plans, see “Power Plans” on

page 104.

The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery.

The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system

configuration settings and the current time and date information. It

maintains this information for up to a month while the computer is

turned off.

TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the

computer is turned off, even when AC power is attached.

The RTC battery charges only while the computer is powered on.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

Mobile Computing

Charging batteries

Power management

Your computer ships with the power management options preset to

a configuration that will provide the most stable operating

environment and optimum system performance for both AC power

and battery modes.

Changes to these settings may result in system performance or

stability issues. Users who are not completely familiar with the power

management component of the system should use the preset

configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba’s

Global Support Centre.

Using additional batteries

In addition to the main battery, you may also have an optional

secondary battery (not included with your computer). If you travel

and need to work for many hours without an AC power source, you

may purchase a battery module for use in the computer, or carry

additional charged battery packs with you. You can then replace a

discharged battery and continue working.

For more information on batteries and accessories, see

accessories.toshiba.com.

Charging batteries

The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the

computer.

Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a

time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery.

Always use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. You can order a

Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba’s Web site at

accessories.toshiba.com.

Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power

management settings, and features used.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

Mobile Computing

Charging batteries

Charging the main battery

To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug the

computer into a live electrical outlet. The battery charges whether

the computer is on or off.

TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when

your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to

run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options

utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power

required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge.

The battery may not start charging immediately under the following

conditions:

❖The battery is extremely hot or cold.

To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until

it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to

26 degrees Celsius).

❖The battery is almost completely discharged.

Leave the power connected and the battery should begin

charging after a few minutes.

HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, we recommend that you

operate your computer on battery power until the battery discharges

completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate

monitoring of battery capacity.

Charging the RTC battery

Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The

RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory

used to store your computer’s configuration settings. When fully

charged, it maintains this information for up to a month when the

computer is powered off.

The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while

your computer was shipped, resulting in the following error

message during startup:

BAD RTC BATTERY

BAD CHECKSUM (CMOS)

CHECK SYSTEM

Mobile Computing

Monitoring main battery power

The above error message may vary by computer model.

The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off

even when the AC adaptor is charging the computer. The RTC battery

charges when the computer is powered on.

If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may

display the incorrect time and date, or stop working.

To recharge the RTC battery, plug the computer into a live electrical

outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours.

It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges

while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time

clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop

working.

When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is

completely discharged, a warning prompts you to reset the real-time

clock.

The computer can be used while the RTC battery is being charged,

although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be

monitored.

Monitoring main battery power

The computer’s main battery light gives you an indication of the

main battery’s current charge. The following also applies to the

secondary battery (available on certain models) if installed.

❖Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC

adaptor connected).

❖Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged.

❖Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not

charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or

AC outlet.

Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power

management settings, applications and features used.

❖Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is

time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

NOTENOTE

NOTE

NOTENOTE

100

Mobile Computing

Monitoring main battery power

If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either a battery

pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the

AC power supply.

Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack.

See “Changing the main battery” on page 106 for information on

replacing the main battery.

HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ) with the on/off

light ( ).

When the on/off light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is

suspended (using the Windows® operating system Sleep command).

(Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations

NOTE

NOTENOTE

Power

button

System Indicator Lights

AC power light

Battery light

Hard disk drive light

Bridge Media Adapter light

(on certain models only)

On/off light

101

Mobile Computing

Monitoring main battery power

Determining remaining battery power

Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying

to monitor the remaining battery power. The computer needs this

time to check the battery’s remaining capacity and perform its

calculations.

Highlight the power icon in the Notification Area. A pop-up

message displays the remaining battery power as a percentage.

With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery’s capacity

gradually decreases. A frequently used older battery does not power

the computer for as long as a new battery, even when both are fully

charged.

TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low

temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you are

working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your

current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the

battery.

What to do when the main battery runs low

When the main battery runs low you can:

❖Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge

the main battery

❖Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the

main battery with a charged spare

❖Connect the computer to an optional secondary battery (if

available for your computer)

❖Save your work and turn off the computer

If you do not manage to do any of these things before the main

battery completely runs out of power, the computer automatically

enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off. Hibernation mode

keeps track of where you were, so that when you turn on the power

again, you can continue where you left off.

NOTE

NOTENOTE

102

Mobile Computing

Monitoring main battery power

If you have Hibernation mode enabled (the default), the computer

copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk

before shutting down. For more information on using Hibernation,

see “Hibernation mode” on page 67.

Setting battery notifications

You can set two notifications. Each notification can be set to alert

you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power has

been reached. You can also set the computer to enter Sleep mode or

Hibernation mode or to completely power down when the

notification goes off.

To change the default notification settings:

1Click Start, Control Panel, Mobile PC, and then Power

Options.

The Power Options window appears.

2Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be

customized.

The Edit Plan Settings window appears.

3Click Change advanced power settings.

The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window

appears.

(Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen

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