Installation & Set-Up Guide
Hard Disk Installation & Set-Up Guide
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510212.0 September, 2004

For Toshiba Satellite M30, & M35 Series Computers
To replace your hard disk with
your new CMS hard disk drive for your Toshiba Satellite M30/35 series computer, follow these instructions.
B. Use the pull tab to Pull the hard drive out of the computer. Pull the drive free from the connector. An example is shown in Figure 2.

1. Preserve your data

If you used the BounceBack Data Transfer Kit to transfer your data from your original drive to your new drive youre ready to exchange drives. If you didnt use the BounceBack Data Transfer Kit you should back-up your data using whatever method is best for you (BounceBack backup, tape, network, removable drive, etc.).
Turn your computer and youre back at work. If you didnt use BounceBack Data Transfer, Insert a Windows CD and turn the power on. The computer will automatically determine the drive type for your new disk. The Windows installation will partition, and format your new drive. At the end of the installation use whatever method is best for you to copy all of your data back to the new drive.

5. Review

Use BounceBack Data Transfer Kit (if available) to transfer your data. If you dont use the BounceBack Data Transfer Kit, back up your data. Remove the drive-retaining screw, and cover. Remove the drive from the computer. Install the new drive into the bay. Replace the drive cover and screw. If you didnt use BounceBack Data Transfer Kit, partition and format the disk, then restore your OS and data from your backup.
2. Remove the old disk drive
Follow these steps to remove and replace your old drive. A. Make sure your computer is turned Off. Turn the computer over. Remove the screw, and cover shown in Figure 1.

Figure 2

C. Your original hard drive has now been removed.

3. Install the new drive

To install your new disk drive follow these steps: A. Install the disk drive into the computer by reversing the procedure from Step 2B above. Make sure the disk drive is fully seated in the computer. B. Replace the screw, and cover previously removed in step 2A. The installation is now complete.

6. Problems?

Having problems? Review the steps for removal or installation, then call our Technical Support Department at 1(714) 424-5520. Online help is available at support@cmsproducts.com and www.cmsproducts.com.
4. Setting up your new drive
If you used the BounceBack Data Transfer kit to transfer your data, your installation is complete.

Figure 1

Microphone

Power button
System indicators Internet button

TOSHIBA Console button

S-Video out button Press this button to set your display device to TV (Videoout). Press it again to return to LCD. Touch Pad A Touch Pad located in the palm rest is used to control the on-screen pointer. Refer to the Touch Pad section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics. Control buttons below the Touch Pad let you select menu items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the on-screen pointer.
Touch Pad control buttons

Indicators

The following indicators on the front of the computer can be monitored even when the display panel is closed. CD/DVD DIGITAL AUDIO DC IN POWER BATTERY
Figure 2-7 System indicators CD/DVD The CD/DVD indicator glows blue when the computer is accessing a CD/DVD. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for details. The Digital Audio indicator glows blue when reproducing music files, such as WAVE, MIDI and MP3. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for details. The DC IN indicator glows blue when DC power is supplied from the AC power adaptor. If the adaptors output voltage is abnormal or if the power supply malfunctions, this indicator flashes orange. The Power indicator glows blue when the computer is on. If you select Standby from Shut Down Windows, this indicator flashes orange (one second on, two seconds off) while the computer shuts down. The Battery indicator shows the condition of the batterys charge: Blue indicates full charge, orange indicates battery charging and flashing orange indicates a low battery charge. Refer to Chapter 6, Power.

Digital Audio

Battery
The following indicators are next to the keyboard under the display panel. CD/DVD

CAPS LOCK

SD CARD

WIRELESS

COMMUNICATION SWITCH INDICATOR
Figure 2-8 Indicators Disk The Disk indicator glows blue when the computer is accessing the built-in hard disk. The CD/DVD indicator glows blue when the computer is accessing a CD/DVD. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for details. The SD card indicator glows blue when the computer is accessing the SD card slot. The Wireless Communication switch indicator glows orange when the Wireless LAN function is on (Wireless LAN model or Wireless LAN ready model only).

CD/DVD

SD card

Caps Lock

The Caps Lock indicator glows green when the alphabet keys are locked in uppercase.
The following indicators show the status of the display overlay.

NUMERIC MODE

ARROW MODE
Figure 2-9 Keypad overlay indicators Arrow mode When the Arrow mode indicator lights blue, you can use the keypad overlay (gray labeled keys) as cursor keys. Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard. You can use the keypad overlay (gray labeled keys) for numeric input when the Numeric mode indicator lights blue. Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard.

4. If you carry the computer on board an aircraft or into a hospital, be sure to shut down the computer in hibernation mode or in shutdown mode to avoid radio signal interference.

Benefits of standby

The standby feature provides the following benefits: y y y Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does hibernation. Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System Standby feature. You can use the panel power off feature.

Executing standby

NOTE: You can also enable Standby by pressing Fn + F3. See Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details. You can enter standby mode in one of three ways: 1. Click start, click Turn Off Computer and click Stand by. 2. Close the display panel. This feature must be enabled. Refer to the System Power Mode item in Power Saver Utility in the Control Panel. Open Performance and Maintenance and open TOSHIBA Power Saver. 3. Press the power button. This feature must be enabled. Refer to the System Power Mode item in Power Saver Utility in the Control Panel. Open Performance and Maintenance and open TOSHIBA Power Saver. When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer. NOTES: 1. When the computer is shut down in standby mode, the Power indicator flashes orange. 2. If you are operating the computer on battery power, you can lengthen the operating time by shutting down in hibernation mode. Standby mode consumes more power.

Standby limitations

Standby will not function under the following conditions: y y Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down. Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise.

Restarting the computer

Certain conditions require that you restart the system. For example, if: y y You change certain computer settings. An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands.
There are three ways to restart the computer system:
1. Click start then click Turn Off Computer. From the Turn Off Computer menu select Restart. 2. Press Ctrl + Alt + Del to display the Windows Task Manager, then select Shutdown and Restart. 3. Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds. Wait 10 to 15 seconds, then turn the power on again by pressing the power button.

Using the USB diskette drive
A 3 1/2" diskette drive connects to the computers USB port. It accommodates 1.44megabyte or 720-kilobyte diskettes. Refer to Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, for more information.
Connecting 3 1/2" diskette drive
To connect the drive, plug the diskette drive connector into a USB port. Refer to Figure 4-2. CAUTION: Make sure the connector is right side up and properly aligned with the socket. Do not try to force the connection, doing so can damage the connecting pins.
Figure 4-2 Connecting the USB diskette drive NOTE: If you connect the diskette drive to use under Windows after turning on the computer, it will take about 10 seconds for the computer to recognize the drive. Do not disconnect and reconnect before 10 seconds has elapsed.
Using optical media drives
Disconnecting 3 1/2" diskette drive
When you have finished using the diskette drive, follow the procedures below to disconnect it: 1. Wait for the indicator light to go out to make sure all diskette activity has stopped. CAUTION: If you disconnect the diskette drive or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the drive you may lose data or damage the diskette or the drive. 2. Click the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar. 3. Click Diskette drive. 4. Pull the diskette drive connector out of the USB port.
The illustrations in this section might differ slightly from your drive, but operation is the same for all optical media drives. The full-size drive provides high-performance execution of CD/DVD-ROM-based programs. You can run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without an adaptor. An ATAPI interface controller is used for CD/DVD-ROM operation. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows. NOTE: Use the WinDVD 4 application to view DVD-Video discs. If you have a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, refer also to the Writing CDs on CD-RW/ DVD-ROM drive section for precautions on writing to CDs. If you have a DVD-R/-RW drive, refer also to the Writing CD/DVDs on DVD-R/-RW drive section for precautions on writing to CDs. If you have a DVD Multi drive, refer also to the Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Multi drive section for precautions on writing to CDs.

Loading discs

To load CD/DVDs, follow the steps below and refer to figures 4-3 to 4-7. 1. a. When the power is on, press the eject button to open the drawer slightly.
EJECT BUTTON Figure 4-3 Pressing the eject button b. Pressing the eject button will not open the drawer when the drives power is off. If the power is off, you can open the drawer by inserting a slender object (about 15 mm) such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole just to the right of the eject button.

You can enable or disable the following settings: AutoRun Mode The Region Select utility starts automatically when you start up the operating system. Open the Dialing Properties dialog box after selecting region.
The dialing properties dialog box will be displayed automatically after you select the region. Location list for region selection. A submenu appears displaying location information for telephony. Open dialog box, if the modem and Telephony Current Location region code do not match. A warning dialog box is displayed if current settings for region code and telephony location are incorrect.

Modem Selection

If the computer cannot recognize the internal modem, a dialog box is displayed. Select the COM port for your modem to use.

Dialing Properties

Select this item to display the dialing properties. CAUTION: If you are using the computer in Japan, the Telecommunications Business Law requires that you select Japan region mode. It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection.

Connecting

To connect the internal modem cable, follow the steps below. 1. Plug one end of the modular cable into the modem jack. 2. Plug the other end of the modular cable into a telephone jack.
Figure 4-11 Connecting the internal modem
CAUTION: Do not pull on the cable or move the computer while the cable is connected. NOTE: If you use a storage device such as a DVD-ROM drive, CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive or HDD connected to a 16-bit PC card, you might experience the following modem problems: 1. Modem speed is slow or communication is interrupted. 2. Skips may occur in sound.

Disconnecting

To disconnect the internal modem cable, follow the steps below. 1. Pinch the lever on the connector in the telephone jack and pull out the connector. 2. Disconnect the cable from the computer in the same manner.
The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum/Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with IEEE802.11 Wireless LAN standard (Revision A, B or G) and Turbo Mode.

THE KEYBOARD

F1 F12 function keys
The function keys, not to be confused with Fn, are the 12 keys at the top of your keyboard. These keys function differently from other keys.
F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the Fn key, keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer. See the section, Soft keys: Fn key combinations, in this chapter. The function executed by individual keys depends on the software you are using.
Soft keys: Fn key combinations
The Fn (function) is unique to TOSHIBA computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys. Soft keys are key combinations that enable, disable or configure specific features. NOTE: Some software may disable or interfere with soft-key operations. Soft-key settings are not restored by the Standby feature.
Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard
Esc F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12

PrtSc SysReq

Scroll lock

Pause Break

& 7

Num Lock 7 Home 4

9 PgUp

CapsLock

: ; >.

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1 End 0 Ins

3 PgDn Enter. Del

Figure 5-1 A 101-key enhanced keyboard layout
The keyboard is designed to provide all the features of the 101-key enhanced keyboard, shown in figure 5-1. The 101/102-key enhanced keyboard has a numeric keypad and scroll lock key. It also has additional Enter and Ctrl keys to the right of the main keyboard. Since the keyboard is smaller and has fewer keys, some of the enhanced keyboard functions must be simulated using two keys instead of one on the larger keyboard. Your software may require you to use keys that the keyboard does not have. Pressing the Fn key and one of the following keys simulates the enhanced keyboards functions.
Press Fn + F10 or Fn + F11 to access the integrated keypad. When activated, the keys with gray markings on the bottom edge become numeric keypad keys (Fn + F11) or cursor control keys (Fn + F10). Refer to the Keypad overlay section in this chapter for more information on how to operate these keys. The power on default for both settings is off.

Warning

1. Never allow caustic electrolyte fluid leaked from a battery pack to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. If caustic electrolyte fluid should contact your eyes, immediately wash your eyes with large amounts of running water and seek medical attention, to help prevent eye damage. It electrolyte fluid should contact your skin immediately wash it under running water to prevent rash. If it contacts your clothes, promptly remove them to prevent the fluid from contacting your skin or eyes. 2. Immediately turn off the power, disconnect the universal AC adaptor and remove the battery if any of the following events are observed in the battery pack: offensive or unusual odor, excessive heat, discoloration or deformation. Never use the computer again until it has been checked by a TOSHIBA service provider. It might generate smoke or fire, or the battery pack might rupture. 3. Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack. Improper installation could generate smoke or fire, or cause the battery pack to rupture. 4. Keep the battery pack out or reach of infants and children. It can cause injury.

Caution

1. Never continue to use a battery pack after its recharging capacity has become impaired, or after the display of a warning message indicating that the battery packs power is exhausted. Continued use of an exhausted or impaired battery pack could cause the loss of data. 2. Never dispose of battery packs with normal trash. Bring them to your TOSHIBA dealer or to another recycling center to save resources and prevent environmental damage. Cover the terminals with electrical tape to prevent short-circuits, which could cause the battery pack to ignite or rupture. 3. Use only battery packs recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. 4. Always make sure the battery pack is installed correctly and securely. Otherwise, a battery pack could fall out and possibly cause injury. 5. Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius. Otherwise, the electrolyte solution might leak, battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened. 6. Be sure to monitor the remaining battery power. If the battery pack and real time clock battery discharge completely, Standby and Suspend will not function and data in memory will be lost. Also, the computer might register an incorrect time and date. In this case, connect the universal AC adaptor to recharge the batteries. 7. Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the universal AC adaptor. Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Suspend or Standby mode. Data will be lost.

User Token field

y Create (button) You can use an SD card token, instead of entering the password. After you have registered a password, insert an SD card and click Create. You can use an SD card of any capacity, but it must be formatted correctly. If an unformatted card or one with an incompatible format is inserted, you will be prompted to format it with a tool named TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format. To start the format tool, point to or click the following items: Start > All Programs > TOSHIBA > Utilities > SD Memory Card Format CAUTION: When you format an SD Memory card, all data will be deleted. Be sure to save data on the card to other media before you format the card. 6-15
y Disable (button) Click this button to invalidate the token. You cannot revalidate old tokens, but you can use the same SD cards to create new tokens.

Supervisor password

To set a supervisor password, follow the steps below. 1. Click Start. 2. Click Run. 3. Enter the following: C:\Program Files\Toshiba\Windows Utilities\SVPWTool\TOSPU.EXE NOTE: If you set a supervisor password, some functions might be restricted when a user logs on with the user password. This utility lets you do the following: y y Register, delete or change the supervisor password. Create or invalidate a supervisor token NOTE: This function in the TOSHIBA Password Utility lets you invalidate only supervisor tokens or all tokens, including user and supervisor tokens. y Specify restrictions for general users.
Starting the computer by password
If you registered a password, there are two ways to start the computer: y y Insert a token before you turn on the computer. The computer will start normally, without displaying a password prompt. Enter the password manually. NOTE: The password is necessary only if the computer was shut down in boot mode. It is not needed in Hibernation or Standby mode.

Power-up modes

To enter a password manually, follow these steps:
1. Turn on the power as described in Chapter 3, Getting Started. The following message will be displayed:
Figure 6-3 BIOS password window 2. Follow the on-screen prompts to enter the password. NOTE: If you enter the password incorrectly three times in a row, the computer shuts off. In this case, you must turn the computer back on to retry password entry.
The computer has the following power-up modes: y y y Boot: Computer shuts down without saving data. Always save your work before you turn the computer off in boot mode. Hibernation: Data in memory is saved to the hard disk. Standby: Data is maintained in the computers main memory. NOTE: Refer also to the sections Turning on the power and Turning off the power in Chapter 3, Getting Started.

Windows utilities

You can specify the setting in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

You can connect a television set to the S-Video out port on the computer. Follow the steps below.

Connecting a TV

1. Turn the computer off. 2. Use a video cable (not supplied) to connect the TV adaptor cables mini-jack to the TV out port on the computer. 3. Connect the TV adaptor cables S-Video jack to the S-Video jack on the TV. 4. Turn the television on. 5. Turn the computer on. You can use the hotkeys Fn + F5 to change the display device. Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard. 8-10

Parallel printer

NOTE: If a television is connected to the computer, set the TV type in Display Properties. Follow the steps below. a. Click start and click Control Panel. b. Double-click the Display icon to open the Display Properties window. c. Click the Settings tab and click the Advanced button. d. Click the nView Display Mode tab, click Device Settings and click Select Output Device. e. Select Advanced and select TV in the Device Selection window. f. Select the Format box and select the format that your TV supports.

Changing the resolution

After you connect a TV (NTSC), follow the steps below to set the Display resolution to 640 x 480. 1. Open Display properties and select the Settings tab. 2. Select Advanced. 3. Select the Adapter tab, then select List All Modes. 4. Select 640 by 480, High Color (16 bit), 60 Hertz.
You can connect any standard Centronics-compatible parallel printer to your computer. All you need is an IBM PC parallel printer cable. Your dealer can supply one or you can purchase one at most computer stores. The cables connectors are designed so that it is impossible for you to connect them incorrectly. To connect a printer, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Insert one end of the cable into the computers parallel port. 3. Tighten the screws that fasten the cable connector to the computers parallel port. 4. Insert the other end of the cable into the printers parallel connector. 5. Fasten the connector to the printer with the clips on the parallel port. 6. Turn on the printer. 8-11
7. Turn on the computer. 8. Start the HW Setup program. Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup. 9. Select the Parallel/Printer tab from the TOSHIBA HW Setup window. 10. Set the Parallel Port Mode and press OK. 11. Choose Reboot for the change to take effect. 12. Select the printer in Windows Add Print Wizard. To access the Add Print Wizard utility, click Start, point to Settings, click Printers and double click the Add Printer icon.

i.LINK (IEEE1394)

i.LINK (IEEE1394) is used for high-speed data transfer for a range of compatible devices such as y y y y Digital video cameras Hard disk drives MO drives CD-RW drives NOTE: i.LINK uses a four-pin connector, which does not carry electric current. External devices will need their own power supply.

Infrared port

Refer also to the documentation for your IrDA compatible device and related software.
Problem Infrared devices do not work as expected
Procedure Make sure there is no obstruction blocking communication between the computer and the target device. If problems persist, contact your dealer.
If you are using a USB mouse, also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation.
Problem On-screen pointer does not respond to Pad operation Double-tapping does not work Procedure The system might be busy. If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass, wait for it to resume its normal shape and try again to move it. Try changing the double-click speed setting in the mouse control utility. 1. Open the Control Panel, select the Mouse icon and press Enter. 2. Click the Buttons tab. 3. Set the double-click speed as instructed and click OK. The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility. 1. Open the Control Panel, select the Mouse icon and press Enter. 2. Click the Pointer Options tab. 3. Set the speed as instructed and click OK. If problems persist, contact your dealer.

USB mouse

Problem On-screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation Procedure The system might be busy. If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass, wait for it to resume its normal shape and try again to move it. Make sure the mouse is properly connected to the USB port. Double-clicking does not work Try changing the double-click speed setting in the mouse control utility. 1. Open the Control Panel, select the Mouse icon and press Enter. 2. Click the Buttons tab. 3. Set the double-click speed as instructed and click OK.
The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow
Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility. 1. Open the Control Panel, select the Mouse icon and press Enter. 2. Click the Pointer Options tab. 3. Set the speed as instructed and click OK.
The mouse pointer moves erratically
The mouse might be dirty. Refer to your mouse documentations for instructions on cleaning. If problems persist, contact your dealer.

In Europe, power cords must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F and two conductor. For the United States and Canada, plug configuration must be a 2-15P (250 V) or 115P (125 V) as designated in the U.S. National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part II. H-1
The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U.S.A. and Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and Europe.

USA and Canada

United Kingdom
UL approved CSA approved Australia

BS approved Europe

AS approved
Approved by the appropriate agency

Appendix I

Parts Numbers
The computer configuration and parts numbers, printed on a label on the bottom of the computer, indicate the CPU, LCD, memory, HDD, ODD, communication and graphics devices.

APPENDIX I

APPENDIX I A Manual User'sPPENDIX I

Configurations

The following table shows the computer configuration indicated on a label. Shaded areas indicate abbreviations used on the label. The explanations are to the left of the shading. Abbreviations are not limited to those in this chart. They may change without notice.
C PU Pentium-M LC D 15WX 256MB Memory 256M 512M 512M 768M 1024M 1024M 1280M 1536M 2048M HDD OD D C ommunication 802.11b WLb Graphics NV34M(32MB) 32V
1.40GHz B1.4 15.4"W TFT-XGA 15.4"W TFT-XGA 1.50GHz B1.5 (C SV) 1.60GHz B1.6 1.70GHz B1.7
40G 40 C D -RW/D VD -ROM RW/D V 60G 60 D VD -R/-RW 80G 80 D VD Multi D VR D RM
15WXC 256MB+256MB 512MB 512MB+256MB 512MB+512MB 1024M 1024M+256MB 1024M+512MB 1024M+1024MB
802.11a/b WLab MAP34(64MB) 64V 802.11g WLg

802.11a/g WLag

GLOSSARY

Glossary

The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference.
AC: alternating current AGP: accelerated graphics port ANSI: American National Standards Institute APM: advanced power manager ASCII: American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS: basic input output system CD-ROM: Compact Disc-Read Only Memory CD-RW: Compact Disc-Read/Write CMOS: complementary metal-oxide semiconductor CPU: central processing unit CRT: cathode ray tube DC: direct current DDC: display data channel DMA: direct memory access DOS: disk operating system DVD: digital versatile disc DVD-R: Digital Versatile Disc Recordable DVD-RAM: Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory

Glossary-5

disk drive
disk drive: The device that randomly accesses information on a disk and copies it to the computers memory. It also writes data from memory to the disk. To accomplish these tasks, the unit physically rotates the disk at high speed past a read-write head. disk storage: Storing data on magnetic disk. Data is arranged on concentric tracks much like a phonograph record. diskette: A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data. Also called a floppy disk. display: A CRT, LCD, or other image producing device used to view computer output. documentation: The set of manuals and/or other instructions written for the users of a computer system or application. Computer system documentation typically includes procedural and tutorial information as well as system functions. driver: A software program, generally part of the operating system, that controls a specific piece of hardware (frequently a peripheral device such as a printer or mouse). DVD-R: A Digital Versatile DiscRecordable disk can be written once and read many times. DVD-RAM: A Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory is a highcapacity, high performance disc that lets you store large volumes of data. The DVD drive uses a laser to read data from the disc. DVD-ROM: A Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacity, high performance disc suitable for play back of video and other highdensity files. The DVD drive uses a laser to read data from the disc. DVD-RW: A Compact Disc-Read/ Write disc can be rewritten many times.
echo: To send back a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device. You can display the information on the screen, or output it to the printer, or both. When a computer receives back data it transmitted to a CRT (or other peripheral device) and then retransmits the data to printer, the printer is said to echo the CRT. erase: See delete. escape: 1) A code ( ASCII code 27), signaling the computer that what follows are commands; used with peripheral devices such as printers and modems. 2) A means of aborting the task currently in progress.

Glossary-6

hardware

escape guard time: A time before and after an escape code is sent to the modem which distinguishes between escapes that are part of the transmitted data, and escapes that are intended as a command to the modem. execute: To interpret and execute an instruction. Extended Capability Port: An industry standard that provides a data buffer, switchable forward and reverse data transmission, and run length encoding (RLE) support. folder: An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders. format: The process of readying a blank disk for its first use. Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the disk. function keys: The keys labeled F1 through F12 that tell the computer to perform certain functions.
gigabyte (GB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 megabytes. See also megabyte. graphics: Drawings, pictures, or other images, such as charts or graphs, to present information.
fast infrared: An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps. file: A collection of related information; a file can contain data, programs, or both. firmware: A set of instructions built into the hardware which controls and directs a microprocessors activities. fixed disk: See hard disk. floppy disk: See diskette. floppy disk drive (FDD): An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy disks. See also diskette. Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hot keys.
hard disk: A non-removable disk usually referred to as drive C. The factory installs this disk and only a trained engineer can remove it for servicing. Also called fixed disk. hard disk drive (HDD): An electromechanical device that reads and writes a hard disk. See also hard disk. hardware: The physical electronic and mechanical components of a computer system: typically, the computer itself, external disk drives, etc. See also software and firmware. Glossary-7
hertz: A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second. hexadecimal: The base 16 numbering system composed of the digits 0 through 9 and the letters A, B, C, D, E, and F. host computer: The computer that controls, regulates, and transmits information to a device or another computer. hotkey: The computers feature in which certain keys in combination with the extended function key, Fn, can be used to set system parameters, such as speaker volume. HW Setup: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various hardware components. instruction: Statements or commands that specify how to perform a particular task. interface: 1) Hardware and/or software components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another. 2) To physically connect one system or device to another to exchange information. 3) The point of contact between user, the computer, and the program, for example, the keyboard or a menu. interrupt request: A signal that gives a component access to the processor. I/O: Input/output. Refers to acceptance and transfer of data to and from a computer. I/O devices: Equipment used to communicate with the computer and transfer data to and from it. IrDA 1.1: An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps.

Cache memory 1-2 CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive 1-3, See also Optical media drives location 2-3 problems 9-10 specifications 2-14 writing CDs 4-12

User's manual

DVD Video Player 1-9 problems 9-9 Headphone jack, See Sound system Heat dispersal, See Cooling Hibernation 1-7 automatic 1-8 setting 3-8 Hot keys 1-7 display brightness decrease 5-5 display brightness increase 5-6 display selection 5-5 hibernation 5-5 instant security 5-4 power save mode 5-4 sound mute 5-4 standby 5-5 Touch Pad setting 5-6 wireless setting 5-6 HW Setup 1-9 accessing 7-1 boot priority 7-2 CPU 7-4 display 7-2 general 7-1 keyboard 7-4 LAN 7-5 parallel/printer 7-2 window 7-1
Environment 3-1 Equipment checklist 1-1 Equipment setup general conditions 3-2 placement 3-2 Ergonomics lighting 3-4 seating and posture 3-3 work habits 3-4 Expansion memory, See Memory
Fn + Ctrl (enhanced keyboard simulation) 5-3 Fn + Enter 5-3 Fn + Esc (sound mute) 5-4 Fn + F1 (instant security) 5-4 Fn + F2 (power save mode) 5-4 Fn + F3 (standby) 5-5 Fn + F4 (hibernation) 5-5 Fn + F5 (display selection) 5-5 Fn + F6 (display brightness) 5-5 Fn + F7 (display brightness) 5-6 Fn + F8 (wireless setting) 5-6 Fn + F9 (Touch Pad) 5-6 Fn + F10 (arrow mode) 5-3 Fn + F11 (numeric mode) 5-3 Fn + F12 (ScrLock) 5-3 Fn-esse 1-9 Fn Sticky key 5-6 Function keys 5-2
i.LINK (IEEE1394) 8-12 connecting 8-13 disconnecting 8-13 precautions 8-12 problems 9-25 Indicators 2-9 Infrared port 1-5, 2-2 location 2-1 problems 9-16 Instant security, See Hot keys Interfaces, See Ports

Graphics controller 1-4

Hard disk drive 1-3 automatic power off 1-7 Index-2
Keyboard 1-4, 5-1 emulating enhanced keyboard 5-2 F1 F12 function keys 5-2 Fn Sticky key 5-6 hot keys 5-4 problems 9-8 typewriter keys 5-1 wakeup 7-4 Windows special keys 5-7 Keypad overlay 1-8, 5-7 arrow mode 5-7 numeric mode 5-8 temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on) 5-8 temporarily using overlay (overlay off) 5-9 turning on the overlays 5-7
problems 9-19 removing 8-8 Microphone, See Sound system Microphone jack, See Sound system Mode Control button 1-5, 2-1, 4-8 location 2-1 Modem 1-6, 2-5, 4-23 connecting 4-25 disconnecting 4-25 installation Appendix F jack location 2-4 problems 9-21 properties menu 4-24 region selection 4-23 V.90 Appendix E Monitor, external 1-5, 2-5, 8-10 port location 2-4 problems 9-20 Moving the computer 4-30
LAN 1-6, 2-5 connecting 4-28 disconnecting 4-29 HW Setup 7-5 jack/indicators location 2-4 LAN active indicator 2-5 link indicator 2-5 problems 9-22 LCD, See Display, Video modes and Monitor external Level 2 cache, See Cache memory Lock security, See Security lock
Numeric keypad, See Keypad overlay
Optical media drives 2-13, Also see the entries for each drive type formats 2-14 region codes for DVD 2-13 using 4-3 writable discs 2-13 Overlay, See Keypad overlay
Panel power on/off, See Power Parallel port, See Ports, parallel and Printer Parts numbers Appendix I Password power on 1-8 problems 9-7 starting the computer by 6-16 Index-3