Toshiba Laptop A110 User Manual

Satellite® A110/A115 Series  
Resource Guide  
Keep this guide in a convenient place to access important  
information about your computer.  
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  
Please fill in for your reference and future use:  
Model name______________________________________  
Part number______________________________________  
Serial number____________________________________  
 
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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® A110/A115 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.  
 
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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 and microphone jack. 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.  
 
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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.  
 
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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  
 
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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  
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NOTICE: 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 appropriate electric inspection  
authority, or electrician, as appropriate.  
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The 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  
 
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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.  
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The 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 Blue-  
tooth or Wireless LAN device.  
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 harm-  
ful 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  
 
 
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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. In  
normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright position, the dis-  
tance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20 cm. The  
antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in  
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Antenna(s) used in 5.15  
GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency band must be integral antenna which provide  
no access to the end user.  
Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes  
with those products for additional information.  
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  
co-located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this  
device.  
 
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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 autorisée seulement aux conditions  
suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du  
dispositif doit étre prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu,  
même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement  
du dispositif.  
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.  
EU Declaration of Conformity  
TOSHIBA declares, that this product conforms to the following Standards:  
Supplementary *The product complies with the  
Information: requirements of the Low Voltage Directive  
72/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/  
EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/  
05/EEC.  
This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related  
European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe,  
Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.  
 
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VCCI Class B Information  
Modem Warning Notice  
Conformity Statement  
The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR-21”]  
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, you should contact your equipment supplier in the  
first instance.  
The above Caution information applies to products that operate with an  
802.11a device.  
Taiwan  
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.  
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.  
 
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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).  
1. Sticker  
Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.  
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. Indication  
The indication shown below appears on this equipment.  
(3)  
(1) (2)  
2.4DSOF4  
(4)  
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2
2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.  
DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation.  
OF: This equipment uses OFDM modulation.  
The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m.  
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This 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: 0120-13-1100  
Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916  
Fax: 03-5444-9450  
 
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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  
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.  
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  
Canada  
France  
Austria  
Denmark  
Germany  
Italy  
Belgium  
Finland  
Greece  
Ireland  
Liechtenstein  
 
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Luxembourg  
Norway  
Netherlands  
Portugal  
UK  
New Zealand  
Sweden  
Switzerland  
USA  
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 I’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et  
licences, veuillez contacter I’IBPT.  
Deutschland:  
France:  
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.  
Restricted frequency band: only channels 1 to 7 (2400 MHz and 2454  
MHz respectively) may be used outdoors in France. Please contact  
Bande de fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 1- 7 (2400 et 2454 MHz  
respectivement) doivent être utilisés endroits extérieur en France. Vous  
pouvez contacter I’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommuniations  
Italia:  
License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not  
allowed.  
E’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.  
 
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802.11a (5 GHz)  
Australia  
Canada  
Austria  
Denmark  
Germany  
Italy  
Belgium  
Finland  
France  
Greece  
Ireland  
Liechtenstein  
New Zealand  
Sweden  
Luxembourg  
Norway  
Netherlands  
Portugal  
UK  
Switzerland  
USA  
Turbo Mode (5 GHz)  
Canada  
USA  
Europe - Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in  
European Community Countries  
European Community  
5150-5250 MHz 5250-5350 MHz  
5470-5725 MHz  
Countries  
Channels: 36, 40, 44, Channels: 52, 56, 60, Channels: 100, 104, 108, 112,  
48  
64  
116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140  
Indoor Only  
Indoor Only  
Indoor/Outdoor  
Austria  
O
O
x
x
x
Belgium, France,  
O
Switzerland/Lichtenstein  
Denmark, Finland,  
Germany, Greece,  
Ireland, Italy,  
O
O
O
Luxembourg,  
Netherlands, Norway,  
Portugal, Sweden, UK  
Iceland, Spain  
O
O
O
O: allowed ×: 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.  
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.  
 
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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  
Canada  
Austria  
Denmark  
Germany  
Italy  
Belgium  
Finland  
France  
Greece  
Ireland  
Liechtenstein  
New Zealand  
Sweden  
Luxembourg  
Norway  
Netherlands  
Portugal  
UK  
Switzerland  
USA  
802.11a (5 GHz)  
Australia  
Canada  
Austria  
Denmark  
Germany  
Italy  
Belgium  
Finland  
France  
Greece  
Ireland  
Liechtenstein  
New Zealand  
Sweden  
Luxembourg  
Norway  
Netherlands  
Portugal  
UK  
Switzerland  
USA  
Turbo Mode (5 GHz)  
Canada  
USA  
 
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Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel®  
PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI 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.  
Argentina  
Belgium  
Chile  
Australia  
Brazil  
Austria  
Canada  
Denmark  
Germany  
Ireland  
Finland  
France  
Greece  
Iceland  
Japan  
Italy  
Liechtenstein  
Netherlands  
Peru  
Luxembourg  
New Zealand  
Portugal  
Sweden  
Uruguay  
Mexico  
Norway  
Singapore  
Switzerland  
USA  
Spain  
UK  
Venezuela  
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.  
Australia  
Canada  
Austria  
Belgium  
Finland  
Denmark  
Germany  
Iceland  
France  
Greece  
Hong Kong  
Italy  
Ireland  
Japan  
Liechtenstein  
Netherlands  
Philippines  
Spain  
Luxembourg  
New Zealand  
Portugal  
Sweden  
UK  
Malaysia  
Norway  
Singapore  
Switzerland  
USA  
Thailand  
 
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Approved Countries/Regions for use for the  
INPROCOMM IPN2220 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.  
EU  
Canada  
Japan  
USA  
Australia  
New Zealand  
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.  
Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology, and  
TOSHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth products with all  
PCs and/or equipment using Bluetooth wireless technology other than  
TOSHIBA portable computers.  
Always use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless net-  
works over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable comput-  
ers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web  
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 PC 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 PC. Please contact  
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 PC product support on Web site http://  
pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.  
 
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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 far much less  
than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for  
example 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.  
In order to comply with FCC radio-frequency radiation exposure guidelines  
for an uncontrolled environment, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA has to  
be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna distance of 20  
cm.  
Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that  
comes with those products for additional information.  
The Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency  
exposure limits.  
Nevertheless, it is advised to use the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA in such a  
manner that 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  
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.  
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).  
 
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1. Sticker  
Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.  
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. Indication  
The indication shown below appears on this equipment.  
(3)  
(1) (2)  
2.4FH1  
(4)  
1
2
2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.  
FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation.  
3
4
The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m.  
This 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: 0120-13-1100  
Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916  
Fax: 03-5444-9450  
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  
 
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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  
The HD DVD-ROM and multi-function drives employ a laser system. To  
ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual  
carefully and retain for 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.  
Location of the Required Label  
(Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing  
information may vary.)  
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 carefully 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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Copyright  
This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.  
with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be  
reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No  
patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the  
information contained herein.  
©2006 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.  
Export Administration Regulation  
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 OTHER  
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY  
DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY  
OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO  
ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY  
FOR ANY DAMAGES 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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Trademarks  
Satellite is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information  
Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.  
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft  
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.  
DirectX, Active Desktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are registered  
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.  
ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.  
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.  
Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United  
States and other countries.  
TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc.  
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  
This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated  
due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling  
information, please contact your local government or the Electronic  
 
Introduction  
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Introduction  
Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia  
computers!  
Some software may differ from its retail version (if available),  
and may not include user manuals or all program functionality.  
This guide  
This guide offers important information about your computer,  
including solutions to the most common problems, and  
features and specifications.  
For more detailed information, descriptions of other features,  
and more extensive troubleshooting guidelines, see the  
electronic user’s guide preinstalled on your system. It is also  
available on the Web at pcsupport.toshiba.com.  
Safety icons  
This guide contains safety instructions that must be observed  
in order 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.  
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may  
result in property damage.  
Provides important information.  
 
 
Setting up your computer and getting started  
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Other icons used  
Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational  
information:  
TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical information about  
the computer.  
HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.  
DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the  
text.  
Other documentation  
Your computer comes with the following documentation in  
addition to this resource guide:  
An electronic version of the user’s guide.  
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.  
Setting up your computer and getting started  
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.  
 
   
Setting up your computer and getting started  
27  
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 com-  
puter.  
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.  
PC 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.  
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  
 
Setting up your computer and getting started  
28  
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) has 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 PC  
and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with  
your PC), or use the AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by  
TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the PC. Use of  
an incompatible AC adaptor or battery charger could cause fire or  
damage to the PC, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA  
assumes no liability for any damage caused. by use of an  
incompatible adaptor or charger.  
AC adaptor  
Power cord/cable  
AC adaptor cord  
(Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor  
 
 
Setting up your computer and getting started  
29  
To connect AC power to the computer:  
Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor.  
1
(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.  
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+
2
Plug the AC adaptor into the DC-IN on the back of the  
computer.  
(Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor to the computer  
3
Connect 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.  
 
   
Setting up your computer and getting started  
30  
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 one of 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 will  
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 must set  
up the printer as described in “Setting up a printer” in the  
electronic user’s guide.  
To connect a USB printer to your computer:  
1
Connect the printer cable to the printer and then connect  
the other end to one of the computer’s USB ports.  
2
Plug the printer’s power cable into a live electrical outlet.  
See your printer documentation for additional configuration  
steps, or see “Setting up a printer” in the electronic user’s  
guide.  
Installing additional memory (optional)  
 
       
Setting up your computer and getting started  
31  
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.  
For more information on memory options, check the  
accessories information that came with your computer, or  
visit accessories.toshiba.com.  
Additional 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 you use the computer for a long time, the memory module will  
become hot. If this happens, let the module cool to room temperature  
before you replace it.  
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 module 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 (as shown in step 1 below). If you install or  
remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or  
Hibernation mode, data will be lost.  
If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3.  
1
Click Start, then Turn off computer or Shut Down  
(depending on the system).  
The Turn off computer or Shut Down window appears.  
2
Click Turn Off or Shut Down.  
The operating system turns off the computer.  
3
4
Unplug and remove any cables connected to the  
computer, including the AC adaptor.  
Remove the main battery. For information on removing  
the main battery, see “Removing the battery from the  
computer” on page 47).  
 
   
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32  
5
Close the display panel and turn the computer upside  
down to locate the memory module slot cover.  
Memory module slot cover  
Front of computer  
(Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover  
6
Using a small Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the screw  
that secures the memory module slot cover.  
Front of computer  
(Sample Illustration) Unscrewing the memory module slot cover  
7
8
Remove the memory module slot cover.  
Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you  
can retrieve them later.  
 
   
Setting up your computer and getting started  
33  
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.  
9
Carefully remove the new memory module from its  
antistatic packaging, without touching its connector.  
10 Locate an empty memory slot.  
If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by  
performing steps 2-3 of “Removing a memory module” on page 35.  
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.  
notch  
latch  
connector  
latch  
key  
(Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the socket  
 
 
Setting up your computer and getting started  
34  
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 module in 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 step 12  
above, then repeat this step.  
latch  
latch  
(Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the memory module  
 
 
Setting up your computer and getting started  
35  
Do not force the memory module into position. The  
memory module should be completely inserted into the  
socket and level when secured in place.  
Memory slots  
Front of computer  
(Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot  
14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it  
using the screw.  
15 Re-insert the main battery. For information on inserting  
the main battery, see “Inserting a charged battery” on  
page 49.  
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.  
Removing a memory module  
If you need to remove a memory module:  
1
Complete steps 1–8 in “Installing additional memory  
(optional)” on page 30 to shut down the computer and  
open the memory module slot cover.  
 
   
Setting up your computer and getting started  
36  
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 Standby  
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 Standby configuration will not be saved.  
The following message appears when you turn on the power:  
Warning: Resume Failure  
Press Any Key to Continue  
If the computer hangs up when you turn it on, perform the following:  
Press the power button and hold it down for at least ten seconds,  
then turn the power on again.  
2
Pull the latches away from the memory module.  
The memory module pops up slightly.  
3
4
5
Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and  
slide it out of the slot.  
Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the  
screw.  
Re-insert the main battery. For information on inserting  
the main battery, see “Inserting a charged battery” on  
page 49.  
6
7
8
Turn the computer right side up.  
Reconnect the cables.  
Restart the computer.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module  
installed for the computer to work.  
 
Your computer’s TFT display  
37  
Your computer’s TFT display  
Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when  
you turn on your PC. 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.  
Inserting a PC Card  
Before you insert a PC Card, refer to the documentation that  
comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before  
you insert it.  
You may insert one Type I or Type II card into the computer’s  
PC Card slot.  
To insert a PC Card:  
1
2
Locate the PC Card slot on the left side of the computer.  
Insert the PC Card into the slot.  
(Sample Illustration) Inserting a PC Card  
3
When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push  
firmly but gently to ensure a firm connection with the  
computer. Do not force the card into position.  
 
     
Removing a PC Card  
38  
Removing a PC Card  
Prepare the card for removal by right-clicking on the Safely  
Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and then  
selecting the PC Card device.  
If the card can be removed now, the system displays Safe To  
Remove Hardware.  
1
2
Locate the PC Card eject button next to the PC Card slot.  
Press the PC Card eject button once to pop it out slightly,  
then push it in to remove the PC Card.  
The PC Card ejects slightly from the slot.  
3
Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the slot.  
Learning the basics  
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.  
HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that you can  
turn on. This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset  
intervals. See your software documentation for details.  
Back up your files to a removable storage media on a  
regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store  
them in a safe place.  
Scan all new files for viruses.  
Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light  
indicates a drive is active.  
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 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.  
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 TouchPadthat 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.  
 
       
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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.  
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 (North  
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.  
Your optical drive may look like this:  
Drive in-use indicator light  
Eject button  
Manual eject hole  
(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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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.  
Media control buttons  
The media control buttons located to the right of the keyboard  
let you access the Internet when the computer is on and play  
audio CDs or DVD movies when the computer is off. You can  
also use them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is  
on.  
Power button  
Internet button*  
CD/DVD*  
Play/Pause*  
Stop*  
Next track*  
Previous track*  
*Available on certain models.  
(Sample Illustration) Media Control buttons  
The Power button lets you turn the computer on or off.  
The Internet button lets you access the Internet when the  
computer is powered on.  
The following chart describes the Internet button  
functionality.  
 
   
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Power is off or the computer is The system accesses the Internet.  
in Hibernation mode and you  
press the Internet button  
Operating system is running or The system accesses the Internet.  
the computer is in Standby  
mode and you press the  
Internet button  
The CD/DVD button activates a media playing application  
that can play audio CDs or DVD movies when the computer  
is powered off.  
The following chart describes the CD/DVD button  
functionality.  
Power is off or the computer is If a CD is in the drive, the system operates as a  
in Hibernation mode and you stand-alone CD player.  
press the CD/DVD button  
If a DVD is in the drive, the system operates as a  
stand-alone DVD movie player  
Operating system is running or If a CD is in the drive, the Windows® Media  
the computer is in Standby  
mode and you press the CD/  
DVD button  
Player starts and the audio CD begins to play.  
If a DVD is in the drive, WinDVDstarts and  
the DVD begins to play.  
The Play/Pause button starts playing the disc or makes it  
pause if currently playing.  
The Stop button stops a disc that is currently playing.  
The Next track button skips to the following track on the  
disc.  
The Previous track button returns to the preceding track on  
the disc.  
 
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Inserting a compact disc  
Before putting on headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the  
volume dial down. Do not set the volume too high when using the  
headphones. Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your  
hearing.  
To insert a compact disc into the drive:  
1
2
3
Make sure the computer is turned on.  
Make sure the drive’s in-use indicator light is off.  
Press the drive’s eject button.  
The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch).  
HINT: The drive will not open if the computer’s power is off.  
4
5
Grasp the tray and pull it fully open.  
Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust.  
If the disc is dusty, clean it.  
6
Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up.  
(Sample Illustration) Positioning the disc in the drive  
7
Gently 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.  
 
 
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8
9
Make 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.  
Push 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.  
Removing a disc with the computer on  
To remove a compact disc (CD or DVD) with the computer  
turned on:  
1
Press 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.  
2
3
Pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc,  
and place it in its protective cover.  
Gently push the tray in to close it.  
Removing a disc with the computer off  
To remove a disc with the computer turned off:  
1
Insert 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.  
2
3
Pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc,  
and place it in its protective cover.  
Gently push the tray in to close it.  
 
   
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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.  
Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back  
(where the ports are located). Doing so could damage the system.  
Mobile computing  
Running the computer on battery power  
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  
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  
until the battery is fully discharged. Please see “Maximizing  
battery life” on page 50 for procedures. If the computer is  
continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC  
adaptor or a docking station (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 the battery light may not indicate a low-battery condition.  
The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC)  
battery.  
 
     
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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.  
Monitoring main battery power  
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 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  
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  
Standby command).  
HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ) with the on/off  
light ( ) and the power button light (near the upper left corner of  
the keyboard). When the on/off light or power button light flashes  
amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the  
Windows® operating system Standby command).  
 
 
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TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the power  
provided by the AC Adaptor to run applications, features, and  
devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Your computer's  
Power Saver 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.  
Setting battery alarms  
Your computer can be configured to warn you when the  
battery is running low. For more information, see “Setting  
battery alarms” in the electronic user’s guide.  
Changing the main battery  
When your main battery has run out of power, you have two  
options: plug in the AC adaptor or install a fresh main battery.  
Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or  
intentionally bringing the battery terminals in contact with another  
conductive object. This could cause serious injury or fire, and could  
also damage the battery pack.  
Never expose a battery pack to abnormal shock, vibration or  
pressure. The battery pack's internal protective device could  
fail, causing it to overheat or ignite, resulting in caustic liquid  
leakage, or explosion or fire, possibly resulting in death or  
serious injury.  
Never expose a battery pack to abnormal shock, vibration or  
pressure. The battery pack's internal protective device could fail,  
causing it to overheat or ignite, resulting in caustic liquid leakage, or  
explosion or fire, possibly resulting in death or serious injury.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid losing any data, save your files and  
then either completely shut down your computer, or put it into  
Hibernation mode before changing the main battery.  
Removing the battery from the computer  
To remove the battery:  
1
2
Save your work.  
Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode  
according to the instructions in “Using and configuring  
Hibernation mode” in the electronic user’s guide.  
 
     
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3
4
5
Unplug and remove any cables connected to the  
computer, including the AC adaptor.  
Close the display panel and turn the computer upside  
down.  
Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position.  
(Sample Illustration) Unlocking the battery release lock  
6
7
Slide the battery release latch to release the battery.  
Pull the discharged battery out of the computer.  
(Sample Illustration) Removing the battery  
If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves  
to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery  
packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Put  
insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on the electrode during  
transportation to avoid a possible short circuit, fire or electric shock.  
Failure to do so could possibly result in serious injury.  
 
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Inserting a charged battery  
To insert a battery:  
1
2
Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean  
cloth to ensure a good connection.  
Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks.  
The battery has been designed so that you cannot install it  
with reverse polarity.  
If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery  
release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the  
battery into position.  
3
4
5
Slide the battery lock to the locked position.  
Turn the computer right side up.  
Reconnect any cables that were removed in step 3 of  
“Removing the battery from the computer” on page 47.  
6
Restart the computer.  
Taking care of your battery  
The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your  
battery and prolong its life.  
Battery safety precautions  
If the battery pack produces an odor, overheats or  
changes color or shape while it is being used or charged,  
turn off the computer’s power immediately and  
disconnect the power cord/cable from the power socket.  
Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer.  
Do not try to disassemble a battery pack.  
Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery.  
Overcharging will shorten its life, and reverse charging  
could damage it.  
Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with  
another metal object. Short-circuiting the battery can  
cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery  
or the computer.  
Do not incinerate a spent battery, as this could cause it to  
explode and release caustic liquid.  
 
   
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If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately.  
Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery.  
To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that  
you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at  
A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all  
batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot  
be installed in reverse polarity.  
Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery  
charger designated as an approved option.  
When you install the battery pack, you should hear a  
click when it is seated properly.  
Do not expose the battery pack to fire. The battery pack  
could explode.  
Maximizing battery life  
To maximize the life of your battery pack:  
At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a  
power source and operate it on battery power until the  
battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the  
steps below:  
1
2
Turn off the computer’s power.  
Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the  
computer’s power. If it does not turn on, go to step 4.  
3
4
Operate the computer on battery power for five  
minutes. If the battery pack has at least five minutes  
of operating time, continue operating until the battery  
pack is fully discharged. If the battery light flashes or  
there is some other warning to indicate a low battery,  
go to step 4.  
Connect the AC adaptor to the computer and connect  
the power cord/cable to a power outlet. The DC-IN or  
AC power-light should glow blue, and the battery  
light should glow amber to indicate that the battery  
pack is being charged. If the DC-IN or AC power-  
light indicator does not glow, power is not being  
supplied. Check the connections for the AC adaptor  
and power cord/cable.  
 
 
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5
Charge the battery pack until the battery light glows  
blue.  
If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use.  
If you will not be using the system for an extended  
period, more than one month, remove the battery pack.  
Disconnect the AC adaptor when the battery is fully  
charged. Overcharging makes the battery hot and  
shortens its life.  
If you are not going to use the computer for more than  
eight hours, disconnect the AC adaptor.  
Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct  
sunlight.  
Disposing of used batteries  
When a battery pack nears the end of its life, its ability to  
hold a charge will decrease. When the battery pack needs to  
be replaced, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after  
you have fully recharged the battery.  
You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged.  
Never attempt to dispose of a battery pack by burning or by throwing  
it into a fire, and never allow exposure to a heating apparatus (e.g.,  
microwave oven). Heat can cause a battery pack to explode and/or  
release caustic liquid, both which may possibly cause serious injury.  
Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all  
applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as  
cellophane tape, on the electrode during transportation to avoid a  
possible short circuit, fire or electric shock. Failure to do so could  
possibly result in serious injury.  
Always use the battery pack supplied as an accessory or an  
equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery  
packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Use of non-  
conforming battery packs could generate smoke or cause fire or  
rupture, possibly resulting in serious injury.  
After repeated use, batteries will finally lose their ability to  
hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under  
certain applicable laws, it may be illegal to dispose of old  
batteries by placing them in the trash.  
 
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Please be kind to our shared environment. Check with your  
local government authority for details regarding where to  
recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly. If  
you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call  
Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777.  
If something goes wrong  
Problems that are easy to fix  
Your program stops responding.  
If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all  
operations, chances are the program has stopped responding.  
You can exit the failed program without shutting down the  
operating system or closing other programs.  
To close a program that has stopped responding:  
1
Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once).  
The Windows Task Manager window appears.  
Click the Applications tab.  
2
If a program has stopped responding, the words “not  
responding” appear beside its name in the list.  
3
4
Select the program you want to close, then click End  
Task.  
Closing the failed program should allow you to continue  
working. If it does not, continue with the next step.  
Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting  
the program name, then End Task.  
To power off your computer, do one of the following:  
If you are not connected to a domain server:  
1
Click Start, Turn off computer.  
The Turn off computer window appears.  
Click Turn Off.  
2
The computer turns off.  
 
   
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If you are connected to a domain server:  
1
Click Start, Shut down.  
The Shut Down window appears.  
Click Shut down from the drop-down list.  
Click OK.  
2
3
The computer shuts down completely.  
Your program performs an illegal operation.  
If you receive the message, “Your program has performed an illegal  
operation,close the window and continue working. If it  
happens again, record the details of the message and consult  
the software manufacturer.  
To record the details:  
1
Click the Details button and select the text the operating  
system displays.  
The Details button displays information that the software  
manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem.  
2
3
4
5
Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the  
clipboard.  
Open Notepad (click Start, All Programs, Accessories  
and then click Notepad).  
Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into  
Notepad.  
Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing  
what you were doing when you received the message and  
how the error can be reproduced.  
6
Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software  
manufacturer.  
Problems when you turn on the computer  
These problems may occur when you turn on the power.  
The computer will not start.  
Make sure you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable  
properly or installed a charged battery.  
Press and hold the power switch for at least 10 seconds.  
 
   
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If you are using the AC adaptor, check that the wall outlet is  
working by plugging in another device, such as a lamp.  
Verify that the computer is on by looking at the on/off  
indicator. If the indicator is glowing, the computer is on.  
If you are using an AC adaptor, verify that the computer is  
receiving power from the external power source by looking at  
the AC power light. If the indicator is glowing, the computer  
is connected to a live external power source.  
The computer starts, but when you press a key nothing  
happens.  
Verify that the active program accepts text input. Try clicking  
your mouse on an area where you can type text and try typing  
again.  
Your computer may be in Standby mode and have a software  
or resource conflict. When this happens turning the power on  
returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system.  
To clear the condition, press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously.  
Clearing the condition may get the computer running, but it  
will not solve a resource conflict. Read the documentation  
that came with the conflicting device and “Resolving a  
hardware conflict” in your electronic user’s guide.  
The keyboard produces unexpected characters.  
A keypad overlay may be on. If the numlock light or cursor  
control mode light is on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously to  
turn off the cursor control mode light or Fn and F11  
simultaneously to turn off the numlock light.  
If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off,  
make sure the software you are using is not remapping the  
keyboard. Refer to the software documentation and check  
that the program does not assign different meanings to any of  
the keys.  
Display problems  
Here are some typical display problems and their solutions:  
The screen is blank.  
Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to  
activate the screen.  
 
     
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You may have activated the instant password feature by  
pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you have registered a  
password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If  
no password is registered, press any key. The screen  
reactivates and allows you to continue working.  
If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display  
priority is not set for an external monitor. To do this, press Fn  
and F5 simultaneously (once). If this does not correct the  
problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the  
display priority to its previous setting.  
HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will  
advance you through the display options.  
If you are using an external monitor:  
Check that the monitor is turned on.  
Check that the monitor’s power cord/cable is firmly  
plugged into a working power outlet.  
Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to  
the computer is firmly attached.  
Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the  
external monitor.  
Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display  
priority is not set for the built-in screen.  
Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you  
turn on your computer.  
Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when  
you turn on your PC. 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.  
 
 
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PC Card problems  
PC Card checklist  
Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot.  
See “Using PC Cards” in the electronic user’s guide for  
information about how to insert PC Cards.  
Make sure all cables are securely connected.  
Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality  
control. If another PCMCIA-equipped computer is  
available, try the card in that machine. If the card  
malfunctions again, it may be defective.  
Resolving PC Card problems  
Here are some common problems and their solutions:  
The slot appears to be dead. PC Cards that used to work  
no longer work.  
Check the PC Card status:  
1
2
Click Start.  
Click My Computer icon with the secondary button,  
then click Properties.  
The System Properties dialog box appears.  
3
4
5
6
Click the Hardware tab.  
Click the Device Manager button.  
Double-click the PCMCIA adapter.  
Double-click the appropriate PC Card.  
The operating system displays your PC Card’s Properties  
dialog box, which contains information about your PC  
Card configuration and status.  
The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a  
PC Card.  
The problem may be caused by an I/O (input/output) conflict  
between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the  
system. Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its  
own I/O base address. See “Fixing a problem with device  
manager” in the electronic user’s guide for more information.  
 
     
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Since all PC Cards share the same socket, each card is not  
required to have its own address.  
If you need further assistance  
If you have followed the recommendations in this section and  
are still having problems, you may need additional technical  
assistance. This section contains the steps to take to ask for  
help.  
Before you contact Toshiba  
Since some problems may be related to the operating system  
or the program you are using, it is important to investigate  
other sources of assistance first.  
Try the following before contacting Toshiba:  
Review the troubleshooting information in your  
operating system documentation.  
If the problem occurs while you are running a program,  
consult the program’s documentation for troubleshooting  
suggestions. Contact the software company’s technical  
Detailed system specifications are available at  
model number, clicking GO, and then clicking the Detailed  
Specs link from the menu on the left, or just refer to the  
computer documentation shipped with your product.  
For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you, see ”Toshiba  
voice contact” in this section.  
Contacting Toshiba  
If you still need help and suspect that the problem is  
hardware-related, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help  
you.  
Toshiba’s Technical Support Web site  
software and hardware options for your computer, and for  
 
     
Power cord/cable connectors  
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Toshiba voice contact  
Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have:  
Your computer’s serial number  
The computer and any optional devices related to the  
problem  
Backup copies of your Windows® operating system and  
all other preloaded software on your choice of media  
Name and version of the program involved in the  
problem along with its installation media  
Information about what you were doing when the  
problem occurred  
Exact error messages and when they occurred  
For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support  
Centre:  
Within the United States at (800) 457-7777  
Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273  
Power cord/cable connectors  
Your computer features a universal power supply you can use  
worldwide. This section shows the shapes of the typical AC  
power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world.  
USA and Canada  
(UL and CSA  
approved)  
Australia  
(AS approved)  
Europe  
(VDA and  
NEMKO approved)  
United Kingdom  
(BS approved)  
 
     
Features and specifications  
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Features and specifications  
This section lists the computer’s features. Numbered legal  
footnotes may also be found on page 65.  
Product Series1  
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, 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.  
Technology and processor  
Processor  
Intel® CoreSolo Processor T1300  
(Central Processing Unit) (1.66 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB)  
Intel® CoreDuo Processor T2300E  
(1.66 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB)  
Intel® CoreDuo Processor T2300  
(1.66 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB)  
Intel® CoreDuo Processor T2400  
(1.66 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB)  
Intel® CoreDuo Processor T2500  
(1.66 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB)  
Intel® CoreDuo Processor T2600  
(1.66 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB)  
Intel® Celeron® M Processor 410  
(1.46 GHz, 1 MB L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB)  
Intel® Celeron® M Processor 420  
(1.60 GHz, 1 MB L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB)*  
2
*CPU performance in your computer product may vary from  
specifications under the following conditions:  
- use of certain external peripheral products  
- use of battery power instead of AC power  
 
     
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- use of certain multimedia, computer generated graphics or  
video applications  
- use of standard telephone lines or low speed network  
connections  
- use of complex modeling software, such as high end  
computer aided design applications  
- use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously  
- use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude  
>1,000 meters or >3,280 feet above sea level)  
- use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5° C to  
30° C (41° F to 86° F) or >25° C (77° F) at high altitude (all  
temperature references are approximate and may vary  
depending on the specific computer model – please refer to  
your Resource Guide, or visit the Toshiba website at  
*CPU performance may also vary from specifications due  
to design configuration.  
Under some conditions, your computer product may  
automatically shut-down. This is a normal protective feature  
designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product  
when used outside recommended conditions. To avoid risk of  
lost data, always make back-up copies of data by periodically  
storing it on an external storage medium. Use your computer  
product only under recommended conditions. Read additional  
restrictions under “Environmental Conditions” in your product  
“Detailed Specs.” Contact Toshiba Technical Service and  
Support for more information.  
Graphics  
(Graphics Processing  
Unit)  
ATI Radeon® Xpress 200 (for Celeron® based systems only) or  
Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 950*  
3
*Graphics processor unit ("GPU") performance may vary  
depending on product model, design configuration,  
applications, power management settings and features utilized.  
GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC  
power mode and may decrease considerably when operating in  
battery power mode.  
 
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61  
Power  
Main battery  
Removable, rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity  
4
battery (14.4V x 4000 mAh, 6-cell)*  
4
Battery recharge time is several hours*  
*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. See “Detailed Specs” for  
specific battery measurement test. Recharge time varies  
depending on usage. Battery may not charge while  
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  
RTC battery  
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) or NiMH battery provides power for  
the internal real-time clock and calendar  
The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off  
even when the AC adaptor is charging the computer.  
Storage capacity  
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) 2.5-inch removable drive and controller provides non-  
Capacity  
volatile storage for 40 GB, 60 GB, 80 GB, 100 GB or  
120 GB*  
5
*1 Gigabyte (GB) means 109 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using  
powers of 10. The computer operating system, however,  
reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition  
of 1 GB = 230 = 1,073,741,824 bytes, and therefore shows  
less storage capacity. Available storage capacity will also  
be less if the product includes one or more pre-installed  
operating systems, such as Microsoft Operating System  
and/or pre-installed software applications, or media  
content. Actual formatted capacity may vary.  
 
   
Features and specifications  
62  
Ports  
S-video out port  
Lets you play DVD video on a projector or TV that accepts S-  
video inputs  
DC-IN  
Lets you connect the computer to AC power, using the AC  
adaptor and power cord/cable  
Headphone jack  
Microphone jack  
RGB (monitor) port  
Modem port  
Use the 3.5-mm headphone jack to connect stereo  
headphones or other audio output devices.  
Use the 3.5-mm microphone stereo jack to connect an  
external monaural microphone or other audio input device  
Use the 15-pin, analog VGA port to connect an external  
SVGA monitor (color or monochrome)  
Use the modem port to connect the internal modem directly  
to a telephone line (purchased separately) via an RJ11  
connection  
USB 2.0 ports  
LAN port  
Supports USB 2.0 peripherals (3 ports)  
Use the LAN port to connect to a LAN via an RJ45 connection  
i.LINK® port  
The i.LINK® port (IEEE 1394) provides fast data transfer rates  
(up to 400 Mbps) (for Celeron® based systems only)  
PC Card slot  
The PC Card slot lets you install one Type II or Type I PC Card  
Minimum slot thickness: 5 mm  
Standard hardware  
Memory (Main System) The system may come with 256 MB, 512 MB, or 1024 MB of  
6
RAM, expandable to 2048 MB of RAM*  
*Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics  
system for graphics performance and therefore reduce the  
amount of main system memory available for other computing  
activities. The amount of main system memory allocated to  
support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system,  
applications utilized, system memory size and other factors. For  
PCs configured with 4 GB of system memory, the full system  
memory space for computing activities will be considerably less  
and will vary by model and system configuration.  
 
   
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63  
Display  
15.4-inch WXGA (measured diagonally) active matrix Thin  
Film Transistor (TFT) color LCD displays up to 16 million  
7
colors at 1280 x 800*  
Available configurations are: normal and TruBrite  
(High Brightness).  
*Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you  
turn on your PC. 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.  
8
Communication  
Integrated V.92 56K modem*  
*Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53 kbps are the maximum  
permissible rates during downloads. Actual data transmission  
speeds will vary depending on line conditions.  
For more detailed information regarding your system’s modem,  
visit the Toshiba web site at toshiba.com.  
Networking  
Realtek 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet LAN adapter with  
RJ45 port  
Pointing device  
Sound controller  
TouchPadpointing device provides the functionality of a  
mouse or other pointing device  
Realtek High Definition Audio  
Optical drive options  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM  
drive*  
READ: CD-ROM (24x), DVD-ROM (8x)  
9
WRITE: CD-R (24x), CD-RW (4x)  
Compatibility: CD-ROM (read only), CD-R (read/write),  
CD-RW (read/write), DVD-ROM (read only),  
DVD-R (read only), DVD-RW (read only),  
DVD-RAM (read only)  
 
 
Features and specifications  
64  
DVD SuperMulti  
drive*  
READ: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R,  
DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM  
9
Maximum speed and compatibility: CD-ROM (24x),  
CD-R (24x), CD-RW (10x), DVD-ROM (8x),  
DVD-R (single layer)(8x), DVD-R (double layer)(2x),  
DVD-RW (4x), DVD+R (single layer)(8x),  
DVD+R (double layer)(2.4x), DVD+RW (4x),  
DVD-RAM (5x)  
*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  
playback optical media recorded by other PCs or optical media  
recorders. Additionally, certain optical media recorded on your  
optical drive may not playback or operate properly on other PCs  
or optical media players. These problems are not due to any  
defect in your Toshiba PC or optical drive. Please refer to your  
PC's product specification for listing of specific format  
compatibilities.  
Copy protection technology may also prevent or limit recording  
or viewing of certain optical media.  
Wireless Communication  
Wi-Fi®  
The computer may come with an optional integrated Wi-Fi®  
wireless LAN mini PCI communication module providing  
10  
wireless LAN functions.*  
*Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to  
purchase additional software, external hardware or services.  
Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be  
limited. The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the  
distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary  
depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment,  
obstacles, access point design and configuration, and client  
design and software/hardware configurations. The actual  
transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum  
speed. To use the Atheros SuperAGor SuperGwireless  
function, if available, your client and access point must support  
the corresponding feature. Performance of these functions may  
vary depending on the format of data transmitted.  
Toshiba recommends that Wi-Fi options be factory-installed at the  
time of order.  
 
   
Legal Footnotes  
65  
Legal Footnotes  
1. Product Series  
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, 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.  
2. Processor (Central Processing Unit)  
CPU performance in your computer product may vary from  
specifications under the following conditions:  
use of certain external peripheral products  
use of battery power instead of AC power  
use of certain multimedia, computer generated graphics or video  
applications  
use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections  
use of complex modeling software, such as high end computer  
aided design applications  
use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously  
use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude  
>1,000 meters or >3,280 feet above sea level)  
use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5° C to  
30° C (41° F to 86° F) or >25° C (77° F) at high altitude (all  
temperature references are approximate and may vary depending  
on the specific computer model – please visit the Toshiba website  
CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design  
configuration.  
Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically  
shut-down. This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the  
risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside  
recommended conditions. To avoid risk of lost data, always make  
back-up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external storage  
medium. Use your computer product only under recommended  
conditions. Read additional restrictions under “Environmental  
Conditions” in your product “Detailed Specs.” Contact Toshiba  
Technical Service and Support for more information.  
3. Graphics (Graphics Processing Unit)  
GPU performance may vary depending on product model, design  
configuration, applications, power management settings and features  
utilized. GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC  
power mode and may decrease considerably when operating in battery  
power mode.  
 
 
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66  
4. Battery Life  
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. See  
“Detailed Specs” for specific battery measurement test. Recharge time  
varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge while 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  
5. Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity  
1 Gigabyte (GB) means 109 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of  
10. The computer operating system, however, reports storage capacity  
using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB = 230 = 1,073,741,824  
bytes, and therefore shows less storage capacity. Available storage  
capacity will also be less if the product includes one or more pre-  
installed operating systems, such as Microsoft Operating System and/  
or pre-installed software applications, or media content. Actual  
formatted capacity may vary.  
6. Memory (Main System)  
Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics system  
for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of main  
system memory available for other computing activities. The amount  
of main system memory allocated to support graphics may vary  
depending on the graphics system, applications utilized, system  
memory size and other factors. For PCs configured with 4 GB of  
system memory, the full system memory space for computing  
activities will be considerably less and will vary by model and system  
configuration.  
7. Display  
Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on  
your PC. 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.  
8. Modem Speed  
Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53 kbps are the maximum  
permissible rates during downloads. Actual data transmission speeds  
will vary depending on line conditions.  
 
Legal Footnotes  
67  
9. Optical Media  
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 playback optical media  
recorded by other PCs or optical media recorders. Additionally,  
certain optical media recorded on your optical drive may not playback  
or operate properly on other PCs or optical media players. These  
problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba PC or optical drive.  
Please refer to your PC’s product specification for listing of specific  
format compatibilities.  
Copy protection technology may also prevent or limit recording or  
viewing of certain optical media.  
10. Wireless  
Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to purchase  
additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of  
public wireless LAN access points may be limited. The transmission  
speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless  
LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic  
environment, obstacles, access point design and configuration, and  
client design and software/hardware configurations. The actual  
transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed.  
To use the Atheros SuperAGor SuperGwireless function, if  
available, your client and access point must support the corresponding  
feature. Performance of these functions may vary depending on the  
format of data transmitted.  
 
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Index  
AC adaptor 28  
AC power light 28  
alarms  
A
DC-IN 29  
low battery 47  
E
error messages  
B
backing up  
files 38  
battery  
alarms 47  
changing 47  
installing 47, 49  
real-time clock (RTC) 46  
removing 47  
built-in features 59  
buttons  
F
files  
backing up 38  
I
eject, optical drive 40  
media control 41  
TouchPad control 39  
inserting  
PC Cards 37  
C
CD/DVD  
inserting 43  
CD/DVD button functionality 41  
changing  
main battery 47  
computer  
internal drives 64  
K
unexpected characters 54  
moving 45  
not working 54  
setting up 31  
computing tips 38  
connecting  
L
lights  
AC adaptor 28  
power cord/cable 29  
printer 30  
AC power 28  
M
control buttons  
TouchPad 39  
main battery  
changing 47  
installing 47, 49  
 
 
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removing 47  
media control buttons 41  
memory module  
installing 30  
inserted 56  
display is blank 54  
inserting into socket 33  
removing 35  
external monitor 55  
illegal operation 53  
memory module slot 31  
removing cover 32  
monitor problems  
keyboard not responding 54  
keyboard produces unexpected  
characters 54  
monitor not working 55  
moving the computer 45  
PC Card checklist 56  
PC Card slot appears dead 56  
program not responding 52  
processor, specifications 59  
O
optical drive  
63  
eject button 40  
inserting a disc 43  
removing disc 44  
using 40  
real-time clock (RTC) battery 46  
removing  
CD/DVD  
with computer off 44  
with computer on 44  
memory module 35  
P
PC Card  
inserting 37  
removing 38  
PC Card problems 56  
computer stops working 56  
slot appears dead 56  
port  
specifications 62  
power  
S
precautions 26  
saving  
screen problems  
secondary button  
setting  
cable connectors 58  
cord/cable 29  
specifications 61  
power devices 64  
power problems  
computer will not start 53  
precautions 26  
primary button  
TouchPad 39  
battery alarms 47  
setting up  
AC adaptor 28  
computer 31  
specifications  
optical drive 63  
ports 62  
printer  
connecting 30  
problem solving  
computer hangs when PC Card  
power 61  
processor 59  
 
70  
standard hardware 62  
storage capacity 61  
wireless communication 64  
standard hardware, specifications 62  
storage capacity  
specifications 61  
T
tips on computing 38  
Toshiba Accessories  
information 30  
TouchPad  
using 39  
W
Web sites 57  
wireless communication  
64  
wireless interoperability 8  
 
 
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