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Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 TO S H I B A Sa tellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 P or ta ble P er sonal Computer User’ s Manual.
ii User ’s Manual Copyright © 2006 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All ri ghts reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be repr oduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No pat ent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
User ’ s Manual iii T ruSurround XT , WOW HD, Circle Surround Xtract, T ruBass, SRS 3D, Definition and FOCUS technologies are in co rporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Other trademarks and registered trad emarks not listed above may be used in this manual.
iv User ’s Manual Contact Address: TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc . 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618-169 7 T elephone: (949) 583-3000 EU Dec lar a tion of Confor mity TOSHIBA.
User ’ s Manual v In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. Network Compatibility Sta tement This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the add iti onal requirements conditional in EG 201 121.
vi User ’s Manual One of th e labels is located on the module. Pur suant to FCC CFR 47, Par t 68: When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give them the .
User ’ s Manual vii Type of ser vice Y our modem is desi gne d to be used on standard-device telephone lines. Connection to telep hone company-provided coin service (cen tral office implemented systems) is pr ohibited. Connection to pa rty lines service is subject to state tarif fs.
viii User ’ s Manual Instr uctions for IC CS -03 cer tified equipment 1. The Industry Canada l abel identif ies certified equipment. Th is certification means that the equipment meets certain teleco.
User ’ s Manual ix Notes for Users in Austr alia and New Zealand Modem war ning notice for A ustralia Modems connected to the Australian te lecoms network must have a valid Austel permit. This modem has been desi gned to specifica lly configu re to ensure compliance with Austel standards when the country/region selection is set to Australia .
x User ’s Manual ■ Some parameters required for compliance with T elecom’s PT C S pecificatio ns are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this modem.
User ’ s Manual xi ■ The transmit level from this device is set at a fixe d level and because of this there may be circumstances where the performance is less than optimal. Before rep orting such occurrences as faults, please check the line with a standard T elepermitted telephone, and only report a fault if the phone performance is impaired.
xii User ’s Manual Optical disc driv e safety instr uctions Panasonic Comm unications DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive UJDA765 Be sure to check the international pr ecautions at th e end of this section. ■ The DVD-ROM & CD-R/R W drive UJDA765 employs a laser system.
User ’ s Manual xiii DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording UJ-842 ■ The DVD Super Multi drive with Double Layer Recording mo del employs a laser system. T o ensure pro per use of this product, please read this instruction ma nual carefully and retain for future reference.
xiv User ’s Manual Inter national precautions CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT .” T o use this model properly , read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future refere nce.
User ’ s Manual xv OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråini ng överstigande gränsen för laserkl ass 1. V AROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaa rallist a lasersäteilyä.
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Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 User ’ s Ma nual xvii T able of Contents Preface Manual content s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxv Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
xviii User ’s Manual USB floppy disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 1 Optical disc d rives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Region codes for DVD drives and media .
User ’ s Manual xix How to Swipe the Finger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 Front operation buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 Using the USB floppy di sk drive .
xx User ’s Manual Wireless commun ications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33 Wireless LAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34 Bluetooth wireless technology . . .
User ’ s Manual xxi Care and use of the battery p ack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 Charging the batteries . . . . .
xxii User ’s Manual USB floppy disk drive (USB FDD Kit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16 External monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16 i.LINK (IEEE1394) . . . . . . . . . .
User ’ s Manual xxiii Disposing of PC and PC batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20 TOSHIBA sup port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21 Before you call . . . . . . . . . .
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User ’ s Ma nual xxv Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 Pr ef ace Congratulations on your purchase of the Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 computer . This powerful notebook co mputer provides excellent expansion capability , including multimedia devices, and i t is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing.
xxvi User ’ s Manual Preface Chapter 5, The Ke yboard , describes special keyboard functions includi ng the keypad overlay and hot keys. Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes , gives details on the computer ’ s power resources and battery save modes and how to set a p assword.
User ’ s Manual xxvii Preface K ey operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign (+). For example, Ctrl + C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same time press C .
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Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 User ’ s Ma nual xxix Gener al Pr ecautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety , minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability . Ho wever, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer .
xxx User ’s Manual General Precautions Pressur e or impact damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact. Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer components or otherwise cause malfunctions. PC car d o verhea ting Some PC cards can become hot with prolonge d use.
User ’ s Ma nual 1-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 Cha pter 1 Intr oduction This chapter provides an equipment checkli st, and it identifies the computer ’s features, options and accessories. Equipment chec klist Carefully unpack your computer . Save the bo x an d p acking material s for future use.
1-2 User ’s Manual Introduction Software Microsoft ® Windows XP Professional ■ The following software is preinstalled: ■ Microsoft ® Windows XP Professional ■ Microsoft ® Internet Explorer .
User ’ s Manual 1-3 Introduction Microsoft ® Windows XP Home Edition ■ The following software is preinstalled: ■ Microsoft ® Windows XP Home Edition ■ Microsoft ® Internet Explorer ■ TOSH.
1-4 User ’s Manual Introduction F eatures The computer uses TOSHIBA ’s advanc ed Large Scale Integration (LSI), Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage, and high reliabil ity .
User ’ s Manual 1-5 Introduction Memory Power Slots 256, 512, 1,024 or 2, 048 MB memory modules can be inst alled in the two memory slots for a maximum of 4,096 MB (Intel ® 945GM model) or a maximum of 2,048 MB (Intel ® 940GML model) system memory .
1-6 User ’s Manual Introduction Disks Optical disc drive Hard disk drive Available in five sizes. ■ 40.0 billion bytes (37.26 GB) ■ 60.0 billion bytes (55.89 GB) ■ 80.0 billion bytes (74.53 GB) ■ 100.0 billion bytes (93.16 GB) ■ 120.0 billion bytes (1 1 1.
User ’ s Manual 1-7 Introduction Display The computer ’s LCD display panel supports high-resolution video grap hics. The LCD screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angle s for maximum comfort and readability .
1-8 User ’s Manual Introduction Keyboard Pointing Device Ports Slots Multimedia Built-in 84 keys or 85 keys, compatible with IBM ® enhanced keyboard, embedded numeric overla y , dedicated cursor control, and keys. Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard , for details.
User ’ s Manual 1-9 Introduction Communications Modem An internal modem provides capability for data and fax communication supporting the V .90 (V .92) standards. Refer to V. 9 0 section in Appendix E. The speed of data transfer and fax depends on anal og telephone line condition s.
1-10 User ’s Manual Introduction Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with a Wireless LAN card that is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence S p read S pectrum/Orth ogo nal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that comp lies with the IEEE 802.
User ’ s Manual 1-1 1 Introduction Security Special fea tur es The following features are eithe r un ique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features, which make the co mputer more convenient to use. Security lock slot Allows the connection of a security lock to anchor the computer to a desk o r other large object.
1-12 User ’s Manual Introduction Keypad overlay A ten-key pad is integrated in to the keyboard. Refer to the Keypad overla y section in Chapter 5, The Keyboa r d, for instructions on usi n g the keypad overlay .
User ’ s Manual 1-13 Introduction Optical Disc Driv e power icon Use this to turn the power of the Optical Disc Drive on or off. Clicking on the Optical Disc Drive icon on the t askbar will tur n th e po wer of the Optical Disc Drive on or off.
1-14 User ’s Manual Introduction Utilities This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For details on usage and operation, refer to each utility’s online manua l, he lp files or readme.
User ’ s Manual 1-15 Introduction Fingerprint canno t be used in models that do not have a fingerprint module installed. Fn-esse This Windows prog ram lets you define your own “shortcut” keys to quickly launch applications and speed your work in Windows.
1-16 User ’s Manual Introduction TOS HIB A D isc Creator Y ou can create CD/DVD s in several formats including audio CDs that can be played on a standard stereo CD player and data CD/DVDs to store the files and fold ers on your hard disk drive. This software can be used on a model with DVD- ROM&CD-R/RW drive an d DVD Super Multi drive.
User ’ s Manual 1-17 Introduction TOSHIBA V irtual Sound T OSHIBA Virtual Sound works as an audio filter using SRS T ruSurround XT , SRS WOW HD, and SRS Circle Surround Xtract functions provided by SRS Labs, Inc. in the United S tates. The audio filter enables you to enjoy improved quality sound and music on your computer .
1-18 User ’s Manual Introduction Options Y ou can add a number of option s to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use. Y o u can buy the following options fro m TOSHIBA dealer . TOSHIBA SD Memory Ca rd Fo rma t This utility allows you to fo rmat an SD memory card by the SD standard format.
User ’ s Manual 1-19 Introduction Wireless Optical Mouse with Bluetooth T echnology The Bluetooth Wireless Mouse is an optical mouse that is compatible with the Blu etooth wireless standard.
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User ’ s Ma nual 2-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 Cha pter 2 T he Gr and T our This chapter identifies the various components of your computer . Become familiar with each component before you ope rate the computer .
2-2 User ’s Manual The Grand T our Left side The following figure shows the computer ’s left side. Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer Microphone A built-in microphone lets you record sound into your applications. Refer to the Sound system section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
User ’ s Manual 2-3 The Grand T our Link indi cator (green) This indicator glo ws green wh en the computer is connected to a LAN and the LAN is functioning properly . LAN active indicator (orange) This indicator glo ws orange when data is being exchanged between the co mputer and the LAN.
2-4 User ’s Manual The Grand T our Right side The following figure shows the computer ’s right side. Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer PC card slot The PC card slot can accommodate a T ype II card. The slot su pports 16-bit PC cards and CardBus PC cards.
User ’ s Manual 2-5 The Grand T our Keep foreign objects out of the Bridge media slot. Never allow metal objects, such as screws, staples and p aper clips, to enter the PC or keyboard. F oreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause PC damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury .
2-6 User ’s Manual The Grand T our Back side The following figure shows the computer ’s back side. Figure 2-4 The back side of the computer Under side The following figure shows the undersid e of the computer . Make sure the display is closed before turning over your computer .
User ’ s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our F r ont with the display open This section shows the computer with the LC D display panel open. Refer to the appropriate illustration fo r details. T o open the display , slide the d isplay latch on the front of the LCD displa y panel and lift up.
2-8 User ’s Manual The Grand T our Power button Press th e power button to turn the computer ’s power on and off. Front operation buttons T wo buttons or six buttons are availa ble for use: TOSHIBA Assist, T OSHIBA Presentation, Internet, CD/DVD, Play/Pause, S top, Previous, Next.
User ’ s Manual 2-9 The Grand T our System indicators LEDs above icons, light when va rious computer operations are in progress. Figure 2-7 System indicators Do not put a magnetic object close to the switch. The computer will automatically enter Hibernati on Mode and shut down even if the Panel Power Off feature is disa bled.
2-10 User ’s Manual The Grand T our K eyboar d indicators The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and the Caps Lock indicator . When the Arrow mode indicator glows th e keypad overlay let s you control the cursor . When the Numeric mode indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you enter numbers.
User ’ s Manual 2-1 1 The Grand T our USB flopp y disk driv e The USB floppy disk drive accommoda tes 1.44-me gabyte or 720-kilobyte floppy disks and connects to the USB port. It is supplied as standard with some models and as an option with others.
2-12 User ’s Manual The Grand T our Optical disc driv es One of the following optical disc drives is installed in the computer: DVD- ROM&CD-R/RW and DVD Super Multi drives. An A T API inte rface controller is used for CD/DVD-ROM operation. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows.
User ’ s Manual 2-13 The Grand T our D VDs ■ DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R DL and DVD+R DL discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed.
2-14 User ’s Manual The Grand T our D VD Super Multi driv e The full-size DVD Super Multi drive module lets you record data to rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.
User ’ s Manual 2-15 The Grand T our Figure 2-12 The AC adaptor (3-pin plug) ■ Depending on the model, a 2-pin plu g or 3-pin plu g set of the above may be bundled.
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User ’ s Ma nual 3-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 Cha pter 3 Getting Star ted This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer .
3-2 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted General conditions In general, if you are comfortable, so is your compu ter , but read the following to make sure yo ur work site pro vides a proper environment.
User ’ s Manual 3-3 Getting S tarted ■ Leave ample venti lation room for the fan. Do not block the vents. ■ If the PC interferes with radio equipment, turn the PC power off immediately . Such interfe rence c ould cause equipment malfun ctio n. ■ Never place your PC on a shaky table, uneven, tilted surface or other unstable location.
3-4 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted Seating and posture Maintain a comfortable working post ure when using your PC where your body joints are naturally aligned to reduce stre ss on different p arts of your body .
User ’ s Manual 3-5 Getting S tarted Lighting Select the right level of illumination and place your PC appropriately to minimize glare from overhead lights, desk lamps and windows. Glare on the LCD or monitor may cause eye strain, eye fatigue or hea dache s.
3-6 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted Strate gic R est Breaks T ake short, strategically spaced rest breaks to avoid eye strain and body discomforts. For more specific recommendations on the safety an.
User ’ s Manual 3-7 Getting S tarted 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor . Figure 3-2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adap tor (2-pin plug) ■ Always use the T oshiba AC adaptor th at w.
3-8 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted Figure 3-3 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (3-pin plug) 2. Connect the AC adaptor ’s DC output plug to the DC IN 15V jack on th e left side of th e comp ut er . Figure 3-4 Connecting the adaptor to the computer 3.
User ’ s Manual 3-9 Getting S tarted 2. While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body is not raised, lift the panel slowly . Adjust the angle of the panel to provide optimal clarity . Figure 3-5 Opening the LCD display panel T ur ning on the po wer This section describes how to turn on the power .
3-10 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted Star ting up for the first time When you first turn on the power , the computer ’s initial screen is the Microsoft Windows XP S tartup Sc reen Logo. Follow th e on-screen directions for each screen. During setup, you can click the B ack button to return to the previous screen.
User ’ s Manual 3-1 1 Getting S tarted Benefits of standby The standby feature provides the following benefits: ■ 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 S tandby feature.
3-12 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted 3. Press the power button. This feat ure must be enabled. Refer to the Setup Actions tab in T OSHIBA Powe r Saver Utility descri bed in the Control Panel. Open Performance and Maintenance and open TOSHIBA Power Saver .
User ’ s Manual 3-13 Getting S tarted ■ Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System hibernate feature . ■ Y ou ca n use th e panel power of f feature. S tarting Hibernation Mode T o enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below .
3-14 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted R estar ting the computer Certain conditions require that yo u reset the system . For example, if: ■ Y ou change certain computer settings. ■ An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands.
User ’ s Manual 3-15 Getting S tarted Creating the Optical R eco v er y Disc of Expr ess Media Player Y ou may use this image to create CD recovery disc using the following steps: 1. The application will allow you to c hoose a type of media to cre ate recovery CD including: CD-R, CD-RW .
3-16 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted R estoring the pr einstalled software If preinstalled files are damaged, you can either use the Recovery Media you have created(*1), the hard disk drive recovery(*1) or the Product Recovery Media(*2) to re store them.
User ’ s Ma nual 4-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 Cha pter 4 Oper a ting Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer and precautions when using it, as well as the hand ling of CD/DVD.
4-2 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Using the Finger print Sensor This product has a Fingerprin t Utility in stalled for the purpose of enrolling and recognizing fingerprints. By enrolling th e ID and password to the fingerprint authentication device, it is no lo nger necessary to input the password from the keyboard.
User ’ s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics ■ Soaked or swollen finger (e.g. after taking bath) ■ Injured finger ■ Wet finger ■ Soiled or oily fin ger ■ Extremely dry skin condition on finger Observe the following to impr ove th e fingerprint recognition success rate.
4-4 User ’s Manual Operating Basics The following illustratio ns sh ow the correct way to swipe your finger over the recogniti on senso r . Align your fingertip with the sensor as shown in the d rawing and swipe.
User ’ s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics 1. Click st art , point to All Programs , point to Protector Suite QL and click User Enrollment Wizard. 2. Click Next . 3. The User ’s Password screen is displayed. Ensure the same Window s logon username is di splayed before entering a password into the Enter your password field.
4-6 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Finger print Po wer-on Security General The fingerprint au thentic ation system can be used to replace the keyboard- based User/BIOS Password authent ication system when bo oting up.
User ’ s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics 4. The Power-on Security screen is displayed. Place a checkmark in Replace the power-on and hard driv e p asswords with the fingerprint reader and click OK .
4-8 User ’s Manual Operating Basics How to Swipe the Finger Using the following steps when swiping fing ers for fingerprint registration or authentication will help to minimize authentication fa ilures: 1. Align the first joint of the finger to the center of the sensor .
User ’ s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics TOSHIBA Assist button *TOSHIBA Assist button is provid ed wi th some models. Press this button to launc h the program automatically . When power-off, stand-by and hibernation, press this button to start the computer and launch the program.
4-10 User ’s Manual Operating Basics CD/DVD button *CD/DVD button is provi d e d with some model s . Pressing this button will launch an appli cation program that allows for watching CD/DVD.
User ’ s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics Using the USB floppy disk driv e The USB floppy disk drive accommoda tes 1.44-me gabyte or 720-kilobyte floppy disks and connects to the USB port. Refer to Chapter 2, The Grand T our , for more informatio n. It is supplied as standard with some models and as an option with others.
4-12 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Using optical disc driv es The full-size drive provides high- performance executi on of CD/DVD-ROM- based programs. Y ou can run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/ DVDs without an adaptor . An A T API in terface controller is used for CD/ DVD-ROM operation.
User ’ s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics 2. Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully op ened. Figure 4-6 Pulling the disc tray open 3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the disc tray . Figure 4-7 Inserting a CD/DVD 4. Press gently at the center of the CD/DVD until you feel it click into place.
4-14 User ’s Manual Operating Basics 5. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place. Figure 4-8 Closing the CD/DVD disc tray R emo ving discs T o remove the CD/DVD , follow the steps below . 1. T o pop the disc tray partially open, press the eject button.
User ’ s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics 2. The CD/DVD extends slightly over t he sides of the disc tra y so you can hold it. Hold the CD/DVD gently and lift it out. Figure 4-9 Removing a CD/DVD 3. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place.
4-16 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Writing CDs on D VD- ROM&CD-R /R W driv e Depending on the type of drive in stalled, you may be a ble to write CDs. The DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive lets you write as well as read CD-ROMs. Observe the preca utions in this section to en sure the best performance for writing CDs.
User ’ s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics ■ Do not run software such as a screen saver wh ich can put a heavy load on the CPU. ■ Operate the computer at full power . Do not use power-saving features. ■ Do not write while virus check software is running.
4-18 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Writing CD/D VDs on D V D Super Multi driv e Y ou can use the DVD Super Multi drive to write data to either CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/+R/ +R DL/+R W/-RAM discs. The TOSHIBA Disc Creator , the TOSHIBA Direct Disc Wr iter , the RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA and the DLA for TOSHIBA are provided for writing.
User ’ s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics Before writing or rewriting ■ Based on TOSHIBA's limited compatibility testing, we suggest the following manufacturers of CD-R/RW and DVD-R/-R DL/+R/+R DL/- RW/+R W/-RAM disc. However , in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation, quality or performance of any disc.
4-20 User ’s Manual Operating Basics ■ If the disc is poor in quality , dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting e rrors may occur . Be careful to check the disc for dirt or da mage before you use it. ■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW , DVD-RW , DVD+RW or DVD- RAM is affected by the quality of the disc and the way it is used.
User ’ s Manual 4-21 Operating Basics ■ Do not write while a virus check software is running. Wait for it to finish and then disable virus detection programs including any sof tware that checks files automatically in th e backgro und. ■ Do not use hard disk utilities, incl uding those intend ed to enhance hard disk drive access speed.
4-22 User ’s Manual Operating Basics R ecor dNo w! Basic for T OSHIBA Note the following limitations when you use RecordNow !: ■ DVD-Video cannot be created using RecordNow!.
User ’ s Manual 4-23 Operating Basics T OSHIBA Disc Creator Note the following limitations when you use TOSHIBA Disc Creator: ■ DVD-Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator .
4-24 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Data V erification T o verify that data is written or rewr itten correctly , follow th e step s below before you write or re write a Data CD/DVD. 1. Display the setting dialog box by one of the fo llowi ng two steps: 2.
User ’ s Manual 4-25 Operating Basics T OSHIBA Direct Disc Writer Note the following limitations when you use TOSHIBA Direct Disc Writer: ■ This software supports only rewritable discs (DVD+R W , DVD-RW , and CD-RW). It does not support DVD+R/+ R DL, DVD-R/-R DL, and CD-R discs that are not rewritable.
4-26 User ’s Manual Operating Basics How to mak e a D VD-Video Simplified steps for making a DVD-Video from video data captured from a DV -Camcorder: 1. Click Star t -> All Programs -> InterV ideo WinDVD Creator2 -> InterVideo WinDVD Creator to launch WinDVD Creator .
User ’ s Manual 4-27 Operating Basics ■ While recording vi deo to DVD or t ape, please close all other programs. ■ Do not run software like a screen saver because i t can put a heavy load on the CPU. ■ Do not run communication applications like a modem or a LAN.
4-28 User ’s Manual Operating Basics ■ If you use an over-use d rewrita bl e disc, the full formatting might be locked. Please use a brand new disc. Media car e This section provides tips on protecti ng dat a stored on your CD/ DVDs and floppy disks.
User ’ s Manual 4-29 Operating Basics 7. Do not place hea vy objects on your floppy disks. 8. Do not eat, smoke, or use eraser s near your flo ppy disks. Foreign particles inside the floppy disk’s jacket can damage the magnetic surface. 9. Magnetic energy can destroy the data on your floppy disks.
4-30 User ’s Manual Operating Basics The Microphone Setup allows you to opti mize the microphone input settings for your particul ar configuration. Choose St andard Microphone if you have an ordina ry desktop microphone. Choose Headset if you have a wearable microphone that is position ed directly in front of your mouth.
User ’ s Manual 4-31 Operating Basics T o select a region, follow the steps below . 1. Click st art , point to All Programs , point to TOSH I BA , point to Networking and click Modem Region Select . 2. The Region Selection icon will app ear in the Windows T ask Bar .
4-32 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Modem Selection If the computer cannot recognize the interna l modem, a dialog box is displayed. Select the COM port for your modem to use. Dialing Proper ties Select this item to display the dialing properties. Connecting T o connect the modul ar cabl e, follow the steps below .
User ’ s Manual 4-33 Operating Basics 2. Plug the other end of the modular cable into a te lephone jack. Figure 4-1 1 Connecting the internal modem Disconnecting T o disconnect the internal modular cable, follow th e steps below . 1. Pinch the lever on the connector in the telephon e jack and pull out the connector .
4-34 User ’s Manual Operating Basics W ireless LAN The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence S pread S pectrum /Orthogo nal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that compli es with IEEE802.1 1 Wireless LAN standard (Revision A, B or G).
User ’ s Manual 4-35 Operating Basics Worldwide operation The Bluetooth radio transmitter and receiver ope rate in the 2.4 GHz band, which is license-free and compatible with radio systems in most countries in the world. Radio links Y ou can easily establish links between two or more devices.
4-36 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Product Support: The latest information regard ing O perating System support, Language Support or available upgrades can be found on our web site http:// www .toshiba-e urope.com/computers/ tnt/bluetooth.htm in Eu rope or www .
User ’ s Manual 4-37 Operating Basics LAN The computer has built-in suppo rt for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second , 100BASE-TX) and Gigabit Ethernet LA N (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T).
4-38 User ’s Manual Operating Basics 1. T urn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the compu ter . 2. Plug one end of the cabl e into th e LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place. Figure 4-12 Connecting a LAN cable 3.
User ’ s Manual 4-39 Operating Basics Mo ving the computer The computer is designed for rugged durability . However , a few simple precautions taken when moving the com puter will help en sure trou ble-free operation. ■ Before moving the computer , it re commends changing the function of HDD Protection.
4-40 User ’s Manual Operating Basics When vibration is detected, the follo wing message is displayed, and the icon in the notification area of the t a skbar is changed to the protection state. This message is displayed until the OK button is pr essed or 30 seconds pass.
User ’ s Manual 4-41 Operating Basics T OSHIBA HDD Protection Proper ties Y ou can make the HDD Protection settings by usin g the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window . T o open the window , click start , point to All Programs , point to TO SHI BA , point to Utilities and click HDD Protection setting .
4-42 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Details T o open the Details window , click the Setup Detail button in the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window .
User ’ s Ma nual 5-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 Cha pter 5 T he K eyboar d The computer ’s keyboard layouts ar e compatible with a 101/102 -key enhanced keyboard. By pressing some keys in combination, all the 101/ 102-key keyboard functions can be executed on the computer .
5-2 User ’s Manual The Keyboard Function k eys: F1 … F12 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 F1 2 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed.
User ’ s Manual 5-3 The Keyboard Press Fn + F10 or Fn + F1 1 to access the i ntegrated keypad. When activated, the keys wi th gray markings on the b ottom edge become numeric keyp ad keys ( Fn + F1 1 ) or cursor control keys ( Fn + F10 ). Refer to the Keypa d ov erl a y section in this chapter for more information on how to operate these keys.
5-4 User ’s Manual The Keyboard Instant security: Press Fn + F1 to blank the screen to prevent others from accessing your data. T o restore the screen and original settings, press any key or press the T ouch Pad. If a screensaver password is registered, a dialog box will appear .
User ’ s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard Display selection: Press Fn + F5 to change the acti ve display device. When you press these hot keys, a dialog box appears. On ly selectable devices will be displaye d. Hold down Fn and press F5 again to change th e device.
5-6 User ’s Manual The Keyboard T ouch Pad: Pressing Fn + F9 in a windows environment enables or disables the T ouch Pad function. When you press these ho t keys, the current setting will change and be displayed as an ico n. LCD screen resolution selection: Press Fn + Spac e keys to change the display resolution.
User ’ s Manual 5-7 The Keyboard W indows special k eys The keyboard p rovides two keys that have special functions in Windows: Windows logo key activates the sta rt menu and the other , the application key , has the same function as the secondary mouse button.
5-8 User ’s Manual The Keyboard Numeric mode T o turn on the Numeric mode, press Fn + F1 1 . The Numeric mode indicator lights. Now try numeric data entry using the keys in figure below .
User ’ s Manual 5-9 The Keyboard T emporaril y c hanging modes If the computer is in Numeric mode , you can switch temporarily to Arrow mode by pressing a shift key . If the computer is in Arrow mode , you can switch temporarily to Numeric mode by pressing a shift key .
5-10 User ’s Manual The Keyboard.
User ’ s Ma nual 6-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 Cha pter 6 P ow er and P ow er-Up Modes The computer ’s power resources incl ude the AC adaptor , battery pack and internal batteries.
6-2 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes T able 6-1 Power conditions continued P o wer indica tor s As shown in the above table, the Battery , DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer ’s operating cap ability and battery charge st atus.
User ’ s Manual 6-3 Power and Power-Up Modes DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicato r to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected: P ower indica tor Check the Power indicator to de.
6-4 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes Do not change the battery pack while the AC adap tor is connected. Before you remove the battery pack, save your data and shut down the computer , or set the computer to Hibernation Mode. While e ntering Hibernatio n Mode, the co mput er saves t he contents of memory to the hard disk drive.
User ’ s Manual 6-5 Power and Power-Up Modes Re al Time Clock (RT C) batter y The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power fo r the internal real time clock and calendar .
6-6 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes 3. Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery termi nals in c ontact with another conductive object. This could cause serious injury or a fire, and could also dama ge the battery pack.
User ’ s Manual 6-7 Power and Power-Up Modes 13. Always immediately turn the power off and disconnect the power cable plug from the plug socket i f you observe any of the following conditions: ■ O.
6-8 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes Note 1. Never remove the battery pack while the W ake -up on LAN function is enabled. Data will be lost. Before you remove a battery pack, disable the W ake-up on LAN function.
User ’ s Manual 6-9 Power and Power-Up Modes Tim e The following table shows the approximate time required to ful ly charge a discharged battery . Charging time (hours) Battery charging notice The battery may not charge right away under the following conditions: ■ The battery is extremely hot or cold.
6-10 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes Monitoring batter y capacity Remaining battery pow er can be monitored in TOSHIBA Power Saver . Maximizing ba tter y operating time A battery’s usefulness depends on h ow long it can supply pow er on a single charge.
User ’ s Manual 6-1 1 Power and Power-Up Modes Re taining data with po wer of f When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries retain data for the following approximate .
6-12 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes R eplacing the batter y pack The battery p ack is classifi ed as a consu mable item. The operating life of the battery pack will gradually reduce through repeated charging and dischargi ng. It will need to be replaced when it reaches the end of its operating life.
User ’ s Manual 6-13 Power and Power-Up Modes 6. Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) to disengage the battery pack, then remove the battery p ack (3). Figure 6-1 Releasing the battery pack T o install a battery pack, follow the steps below .
6-14 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes T OSHIBA P assw or d Utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two levels of password security: User and Supervisor .
User ’ s Manual 6-15 Power and Power-Up Modes ■ Change (button) Click this button to change a registered password. Before you can change a password, you must first enter the current password correctly or insert a proper token. Please use BIOS Setup to change or delete the HDD Pa sswords or to set the HDD Master Password.
6-16 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes ■ Disable (button) Click this button to invalidate the to ken. Y ou cannot re-validate old tokens, but you can use the same SD cards to create new tokens. Super visor Pass wor d If you set a Supervisor Password, some functions might be restricted when a user logs on with the User Passw ord.
User ’ s Manual 6-17 Power and Power-Up Modes 3. Press Enter . P o wer-up modes The computer has the following po wer-up mode s: ■ 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 drive.
6-18 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes.
User ’ s Ma nual 7-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 Cha pter 7 HW Setup This chapter explains how to us e TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer , an d prov ides information on setting up the Execute-Disable Bit Capability and TPM.
7-2 User ’s Manual HW Setup General This window displays the BIOS version and co ntains two buttons: Default and About . Setup This field displays BIOS Version and date. Display This tab lets you customize your comput er’s display settings for either the internal LCD screen or for an extern al monitor .
User ’ s Manual 7-3 HW Setu p Boot Priority Boot Priority O ptions This option sets the priority for boo ting the computer . Select from the following settings: Y ou can o verride the settings and m.
7-4 User ’s Manual HW Setup T o change the boot drive, follow the steps below . 1. Hold down F12 and boot the computer . 2. The following menu will be di splayed with the following icons: Built-in HDD, CD-ROM, FDD (or SD memory card), Network (LAN), USB Memory boot.
User ’ s Manual 7-5 HW Setu p HDD Priority Optio ns Set the priority of the HDD as a startup device. USB Memory BIOS Support T ype Set the type of the U SB memory as a startup device. Network Boot Protoco l This feature sets the protocol to remotely boot from the network.
7-6 User ’s Manual HW Setup CPU This function lets you set th e CPU operating mode. Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode This option lets you choose from the following settings: LAN Wa ke-up on LA N This feature lets the computer ’ s power be turned on when it receives a wake-up signal from the LAN.
User ’ s Manual 7-7 HW Setu p Device Config Device Configuratio n This option lets you set the device configuration. USB USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulat ion Use this option to enable or disable USB keyboard/mouse legacy emulation.
7-8 User ’s Manual HW Setup Configuring the Execute-Disa ble Bit Capability and TPM The configurations for the Execute-Disable Bit Capability and TPM are carried out in the BIOS setup program. These functions are provided with some model s. Star ting and Ending the BIOS Setup Pr ogr am S tarting the BIOS Setup Program 1.
User ’ s Manual 7-9 HW Setu p Ending the BIOS Setup Program Save the changes and end the program. 1. Press the End Key . The “ Are you sure? (Y/N) The changes you made wil l cause the system to reboot .” message is displayed. 2. Press the Y key .
7-10 User ’s Manual HW Setup Execute-Di sable Bit Ca pability This setting, which is displayed on the fi rst page of the setup screen, configures the Execute-Disable Bi t fu nction of the CPU.
User ’ s Manual 7-1 1 HW Setu p Clear TPM Owner This setting i s used to erase the data in TPM when disposing of the computer or when the owner of the computer ch ang es , etc.
7-12 User ’s Manual HW Setup.
User ’ s Ma nual 8-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 Cha pter 8 Optional De vices Optional devices can expand the computer ’s capabilities and it s versatility .
8-2 User ’s Manual Optional Devices PC car d The computer is equipped with a PC card slot that can accommodate a T ype II card. Any PC card that meets industry standards (manufactured by TOSHIBA or other vendor) can be installed. The slot supports 16-bit PC cards, including PC card 16’s multif unction card and CardBus PC cards.
User ’ s Manual 8-3 Optional Devices Re mo ving a PC car d T o remove the PC card , follow the steps below . 1. Open the Safely Remove Ha rdware icon on the T ask Bar . 2. Point to PC card and click. 3. Press the PC card eject button to extend it. 4.
8-4 User ’s Manual Optional Devices Media care Observe the following precau tions when handling the card. Card care ■ Do not twist or bend cards. ■ Do not expose cards to liquids or store in humid areas or lay media close to containers of liquid.
User ’ s Manual 8-5 Optional Devices 2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection. Figure 8-3 Inserting an SD card Removing an SD card T o remove an SD card, follow the steps below . 1. Open the Safely Remove Ha rdware icon on the T ask Bar . 2. Point to SD card and click.
8-6 User ’s Manual Optional Devices SD memory card SD cards let you easily transfer da t a fr om devices, such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants, that use SD card flash-memory . The cards have a high level of security and copy protection featu r es.
User ’ s Manual 8-7 Optional Devices Write protection Memory S tick can be write protected to safeguard your data. T o write- protect a Memor y S tick, slide the l ock o n the ba ck of the Memory S tick to the lock position. Inserting a Memory S tick T o insert a Memory S tick, follow the steps below .
8-8 User ’s Manual Optional Devices xD picture car d The computer is equipped with a Brid ge media slot that can accommodate xD picture cards with various memory capacities. The xD picture card let you easily transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras that use xD picture card flash-memory .
User ’ s Manual 8-9 Optional Devices MultiMediaCard The computer is equipped with the Bridge media slot that can accommodate MultiMediaC ard flash memory technology with various memory capacities.
8-10 User ’s Manual Optional Devices 4. Grasp the card a nd remove it. Figure 8-8 Removing a MultiMediaCard Memor y expansion Y ou can install additional memory in the computer ’s memory module slot to increase the am ount of RAM.
User ’ s Manual 8-1 1 Optional Devices If you install a memory module that is not compatible with the computer , a beep will sound when you turn on the powe r . If the incompatible module is installed in slot A, there will be a long beep (1 second) followed by one short beep (0.
8-12 User ’s Manual Optional Devices 6. Slip your finger unde r a notch at th e end of the ke yboard brace and lift up to release latches and remove the keyboard brace. Figure 8-9 Removing the keyboard brace 7. Remove two screws securing the keyboard.
User ’ s Manual 8-13 Optional Devices 9. Remove the two screws and take of f the memory module cover . Figure 8-1 1 Removing the memory module cover 10. Fit the memory module's connectors into the socket at about a 45 degree angle and push the module dow n until latches on either si de snap into p lace.
8-14 User ’s Manual Optional Devices 1 1. Replace the memory module cover and screw in the two screws. Figure 8-13 Replace the memory module cover 12. Insert the tabs on the front of th e keyboard into the corresponding notches on the compute r and place the keyboard do wn.
User ’ s Manual 8-15 Optional Devices 6. Grasp the module by the sides and pull it ou t. Figure 8-14 Removing the memory module 7. Rotate the keyboard back into place and secure the keyboard brace as described in the previous section. 8. Install the battery pa ck.
8-16 User ’s Manual Optional Devices Batter y Char ger The battery charger provides a conv enient way to charge battery packs without requiring the use of your comput er . The battery charger ho lds up to two battery p acks (lithium ion). USB floppy disk driv e (USB FDD Kit) The USB floppy disk drive module can be conn ected to the USB port.
User ’ s Manual 8-17 Optional Devices i.LINK (IEEE1394) i.LINK (IEEE1394) is us e d for high-speed data transfer for a range of compatible devices such as ■ Digital video cameras ■ Hard disk drives ■ MO drives ■ Writable optical disc drives Precautions ■ Make a back-up of your data before transferring it to the comp uter .
8-18 User ’s Manual Optional Devices Connecting 1. Make sure the connectors are properly aligned and plug the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable into the computer . Figure 8-16 Connecting the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable in to the computer 2. Plug the other end of the cable into the device.
User ’ s Manual 8-19 Optional Devices W ir eless Optical Mouse wi th Bluetooth T echnology The Wireless optical mouse with Bluetooth T echnolo gy is a wireless optical mouse compatible with Bluetooth. Y ou can b uy the Wireless optical mouse with Bluetooth T echnology fro m TOSHIBA dealer .
8-20 User ’s Manual Optional Devices.
User ’ s Ma nual 9-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 Cha pter 9 T r oubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for dur ability . Howe ver, should problems occur , foll owing the procedures in this chapter can help to de termine the cause. All readers should become familiar with this chapter .
9-2 User ’s Manual T roubleshooting Preliminar y chec klist Consider the simplest solution first. The items in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious probl em. ■ Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer .
User ’ s Manual 9-3 T roubleshooting Har dware and system chec klist This section discusses problems ca used by your computer’s hardware or attached peripherals.
9-4 User ’s Manual T roubleshooting Self test When the computer starts up, the self test will be run automati cally , and the following will be displayed : This message remains on the screen for a few seconds.
User ’ s Manual 9-5 T roubleshooting AC power If you have trou ble turning on the co mputer with the AC a daptor connected, check the DC IN indicator . Refe r to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for more information. Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery , check the DC IN indi cator as well as the Battery indicato r .
9-6 User ’s Manual T roubleshooting Battery doesn’t charge when the AC adaptor is attached ( Battery indicator does not glow orange.) If the battery is completely discharged, it will not begin charging immediately . Wait a few minutes. If the battery still does not charge, make sure the outlet of the AC adaptor is supplying power .
User ’ s Manual 9-7 T roubleshooting Real Time Clock Passwor d K eyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more information refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard . Problem Pro cedure The following message is Displayed on the LCD screen: RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent.
9-8 User ’s Manual T roubleshooting Inter nal LCD display panel Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer’s setup. Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup , for more information. Har d disk driv e Problem Procedure No display Press hotkeys Fn + F5 to change the display priority , to make sure it is not set for an external monitor .
User ’ s Manual 9-9 T roubleshooting D VD-ROM&CD-R/RW driv e For more inform ation, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Problem Procedure Y ou cannot access a CD/DVD in the drive Make sure the drive’s disc tray is securely closed. Press gently until it clicks into place.
9-10 User ’s Manual T roubleshooting D VD Super Multi driv e For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Cannot write correctly If you have tr ouble writing, ma ke sure you are observing the following precauti ons: ■ Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA.
User ’ s Manual 9-1 1 T roubleshooting USB floppy disk driv e For more inform ation, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . SD card Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices .
9-12 User ’s Manual T roubleshooting PC car d Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . Memor y Stick/Me mor y Stick Pro Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . xD picture car d Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . Y ou cannot read a file Make sure the target file is on the SD memory card inserted in the slot.
User ’ s Manual 9-13 T roubleshooting MultiMediaCard Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . P ointing Device If you are using a USB mouse, also refer to the USB device section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation.
9-14 User ’s Manual T roubleshooting USB mouse The reaction of T o uch pad is either too sensitive or not sensitive enough. Adjust the touch Sensitivity . 1. Click start and open the Control Panel . 2. Click the Printers and Other Hardware icon. 3. Click the Mouse icon.
User ’ s Manual 9-15 T roubleshooting Finger print Sensor USB de vice Refer also to your USB device’ s documentation. The mouse poi nter moves erratically The mouse might be dirty . Refer to your mouse documentation for instructions on cleaning. If problems persist, contact your deale r .
9-16 User ’s Manual T roubleshooting Bios Beep Sounds Memor y expansion Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices , for information on installing memory modules. Sound system Refer also to documentation for your audio devices. Problem Procedure Beep sounds Beep volume can be set to High/Medium/Low/Off using the Bios Setup Program.
User ’ s Manual 9-17 T roubleshooting Exter nal monitor Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices , and to your monitor ’s documentation. i.LINK (IEEE1394) de vice Check Windows Device Manager .
9-18 User ’s Manual T roubleshooting Modem Refer to Appendix C, A T Command s and Appen dix D , S-registers . Problem Procedure Communication software can’t initialize modem Make sure the co mputer ’ s internal modem settings are corre c t. Refer to Phone and Modem Properties in the Control Panel.
User ’ s Manual 9-19 T roubleshooting LAN W ireless LAN If the following procedures do not re store LAN access, consult your LAN administrator . For more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Bluetooth For more information on Blue to oth wireless communication, refe r to Chapter 4, Operating Basics .
9-20 User ’s Manual T roubleshooting Disposing of PC and PC batteries ■ Discard this PC in accordance with ordinances or rules of local regulations. For further information, contact your local government. ■ This PC contains rechargeabl e batteries.
User ’ s Manual 9-21 T roubleshooting T OSHIBA suppor t If you require any additional help using your compu te r or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to cont act TOSHIBA for additional techni cal assistance.
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User ’ s Ma nual 10-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 Cha pter 10 Le gal F ootnotes This chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to T OSHIBA computers. In the text in this manu al, *XX is used to show which Legal Footnotes description is related to TOSHIBA computers.
10-2 User ’s Manual Legal Footnotes 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 p rotective featur e designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions.
User ’ s Manual 10-3 Legal Footnotes LCD *5 Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer , the brightness of the LCD scree n will de teriorate. This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology . Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode.
10-4 User ’s Manual Legal Footnotes Express Media Player The Express Media Player is not a Windows based application. Battery life will be less than when using similar applications in the Windo ws Operating System.
User ’ s Ma nual A-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 A ppendix A Specifica tions This appendix summarizes the computer ’s technical specification s. Physical Dimensions Refer to User ’s Manual about W eight and Size.
A-2 User ’s Manual S pecifications Built-in Modem Network control unit (NCU) Ty p e o f N C U AA T ype of line T elephone line (analog only) T y pe of di al ing Pulse To n e Control command A T comm.
User ’ s Manual A-3 S pecifications T ransmitting level -10 dBm Receiving level -10 to -40 dBm Input/output impedanc e 600 ohms ±30% Error correcting MNP class 4 and ITU-T V .
A-4 User ’s Manual S pecifications.
User ’ s Ma nual B-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 A ppendix B Display Contr oller and Modes Display controller The display controller in te rprets sof tware commands into hardware commands that turn particular parts on the screen on or of f. As indicated below , there are two types of video modes.
B-2 User ’s Manual Display Controller and Modes T a ble1 Video modes (VGA) Video mode T ype Resolution Character matrix (pels) Colors Scanni ng frequency V ertical ( H z ) 0, 1 VGA Te x t 40 × 25 C.
User ’ s Manual B-3 Display Controller and Modes T able1 Video mo des (VGA) continued Vide o mode Ty p e Resolution Chara cter matrix (pels) Colors Scanning frequency V ertical (Hz) D VGA Grph 320 .
B-4 User ’s Manual Display Controller and Modes T able 2 Video modes (Intel ® 945GM model) *1 Only when displaying on LCD. *2 The 1920 × 1 440 and 2048 × 1536 resolu tions are only available in CRT and LCD/CRT display devices (When using an LCD monitor , the 19 20 × 1440 and 2048 × 1536 resolutions cannot be selected).
User ’ s Manual B-5 Display Controller and Modes T able 2 Video modes (Intel ® 945GM model) continued *1 Only when displ aying on LCD. *2 The 1920 × 144 0 and 2048 × 1536 resolutions are onl y available in CRT and LCD/CRT display devices (When using an LCD monitor , the 1920 × 1440 and 2048 × 1536 resolutions can not be selected).
B-6 User ’s Manual Display Controller and Modes T able 2 Video modes (Intel ® 945GM model) continued *1 Only when displaying on LCD. *2 The 1920 × 1 440 and 2048 × 1536 resolu tions are only available in CRT and LCD/CRT display devices (When using an LCD monitor , the 19 20 × 1440 and 2048 × 1536 resolutions cannot be selected).
User ’ s Manual B-7 Display Controller and Modes T able 3 Video modes (Intel ® 940GML model) *1 Only when displ aying on LCD. *2 The 1920 × 1440 resoluti on is only available in CRT and LCD/CRT display devices (When using an L CD monitor , the 1920 × 1440 resolution cannot be selected).
B-8 User ’s Manual Display Controller and Modes T able 3 V ideo modes (Intel ® 940GML model) continued *1 Only when displaying on LCD. *2 The 1920 × 1440 resolutio n is only avail able in CR T and LCD/CRT display devices (When u sing an LCD monitor , the 1920 × 1440 resolution cannot be selected).
User ’ s Manual B-9 Display Controller and Modes T able 3 V ide o mode s (Intel ® 940GML model) continued *1 Only when displ aying on LCD. *2 The 1920 × 1440 resoluti on is only available in CRT and LCD/CRT display devices (When using an L CD monitor , the 1920 × 1440 resolution cannot be selected).
B-10 User ’s Manual Display Controller and Modes.
User ’ s Ma nual C-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 A ppendix C A T Commands In most cases, you will not need to type A T commands manually . However , there might be some occasions when you will need to do so . This chapter describes A T comman ds for da ta mode.
C-2 User ’s Manual A T Commands Bn Communica tion standar d setting This command determines the communicati on st andard CCITT or Bell. B0 Selects CCITT V .22 mode when the modem is at 1200 bps. B1 Selects Bell 212A when the modem is at 1200 bps (default).
User ’ s Manual C-3 A T Commands Result Codes: OK n=0,1 ERROR Ot herwise Hn Hook contr ol This command instructs the modem to go on-hook to disconnect a call, or off-hook to make the phone line busy . H0 Modem goes on-hook (default). H1 Modem goes off-hook.
C-4 User ’s Manual A T Commands Nn Modulation handshak e This command controls whether or not the local modem perfo r ms a negotiated handshake at connection ti me with the remote modem when the communica ti on spe e d of the two modems is dif ferent.
User ’ s Manual C-5 A T Commands T Select tone dialing This command instructs the modem to send DTMF ton es whil e dialing. Dialed digi t s are tone dial ed until a P command or dial mo difier is receiv ed.
C-6 User ’s Manual A T Commands Dial tone detect Disabled: The modem dials a call rega rd less of whether it detects a dial tone. Enabled: T he modem dials only upon detection of a dial tone, and disconnects the call if the dial tone is not detected within 10 seconds.
User ’ s Manual C-7 A T Commands &D2 If the DTR signal is not detected while in on-line data mode, the modem disconnects (default). &D3 Reset on the on-to-off DTR transition. Result Codes: OK n=0,1,2,3 ERROR Ot herwise &F Load factor y settings This command loads the configuratio n stored and programmed at the factory .
C-8 User ’s Manual A T Commands &Tn Self-test commands These tests can help to isolate probl ems if you experience periodic data loss or random errors. &T0 Abort. S tops any test in progress. &T1 Local analog loop. This test verifies modem operation, as well as the connection between th e modem and computer .
User ’ s Manual C-9 A T Commands N3 V .42, MNP , or buffered (default). The modem attempts to connect in V .42 error control mode. If this fails, it attempts to connect in MNP mode. If this fails, it connects in buffer mode and continues operation. This is also known as V .
C-10 User ’s Manual A T Commands.
User ’ s Ma nual D-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 A ppendix D S-r e gister s S-registers contain the settings that determine how a number of functions of the internal modem operate. For example, how many times to let the telephone ring before the modem answer s and how long to wait before it hangs up if a connection fails.
D-2 User ’s Manual S-registers S1 Ring counter This register is read only . T he value of S1 is incre mented with each ring. If no ring occurs over a si x-second interval, this reg ister is cleared. Range: 0-225 Default: 0 Units: rings S2 A T esca pe c haracter (user defined) This register determines the ASCII values used for an escape sequence.
User ’ s Manual D-3 S-registers S5 Command line editing character (user defined) This register sets the character recogniz ed as a backspace and pertains to asynchronous only . The modem will not recognize the backspace character if it is set to a value that is greater than 32 ASCII.
D-4 User ’s Manual S-registers S8 Comma pause time This register sets the time, in seconds, that the modem mus t pause when it encounters a comma (,) in the dial command stri ng. In some countries/regions, S8 will set both wai t before dialing and comma pause time.
User ’ s Manual D-5 S-registers S37 Dial line rate S37 = 0 (default) maximum modem speed S37 = 1 reserved S37 = 2 1200/75 bps S37 = 3 300 bps S37 = 4 reserved S37 = 5 1200 bps S37 = 6 2400 bps S37 =.
D-6 User ’s Manual S-registers A T command set r esult codes The following table shows the result codes. The result code summary Result Code Numeric Description OK 0 Command exe cuted CONNECT 1 Mode.
User ’ s Manual D-7 S-registers *1: EC on ly appears when the Extended Result Codes configuration optio n is enabled. EC is replaced by one of the followi ng symbols, depending upon the error control meth od used: V .42bis - V .42 error control and V .
D-8 User ’s Manual S-registers.
User ’ s Ma nual E-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 A ppendix E V. 9 0 The TOSHIBA internal modem uses V .90 technology . The modem is capable of downstream speeds of 56kbps (kilobits per second) when connected to an Internet service prov ider that su pports V .
E-2 User ’s Manual V. 9 0 T able E-1 Result codes for a V .90 connection No. Result code Description 70 CONNECT 32000 EC* Connection at 32000 bps 72 CONNECT 36000 EC* Connection at 36000 bps 74 CONN.
User ’ s Manual E-3 V. 9 0 * EC stands for the Error Contro l method, which ap pears onl y when the extended result codes conf iguration option is ena bled. EC is replaced by one of the following symbols, dep endi ng on the error control method used.
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Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 User ’ s Ma nual F-1 A ppendix F Wi r e l e s s L A N Car d Specifica tions Radio Characteristics Radio Characteristics of Wireless LAN Cards may vary according to: ■ Country/region where the produ ct was purcha sed ■ T ype of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations.
F-2 User ’s Manual Wireless LAN The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of the wireless communication. Communications at lower transmit range may travel la rger dista nces. ■ The range of your wi reless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high-density materials.
User ’ s Manual F-3 Wireless LAN *1 Factory-set default channels *2 Refer to the sheet Approved Countries/R egions for use for the countries/ regions that in which these chann el s can be used.
F-4 User ’s Manual Wireless LAN 108 5540 11 2 556 0 11 6 558 0 120 5600 124 5620 128 5640 132 5660 136 5680 140 5700 149 5745 153 5765 157 5785 161 5805 165 5825.
Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 User ’ s Ma nual G-1 A ppendix G A C P ow er Cor d and Connector s The power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country/region in which it is used.
G-2 User ’s Manual AC Power Cord and Connectors In Europe, two conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F or H03VVH2-F and for three conductors power co rd must be VDE type, H05VV -F .
Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 User ’ s Ma nual H-1 A ppendix H T OSHIBA Anti-theft Protection Timer This function sets the limit for the number of days during which you are able to bypass authentication for the BIOS, Hard Disk Drive and Fingerprint.
H-2 User ’s Manual TOSHIBA Anti-theft Protection T imer.
User ’ s Ma nual Glossary-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 Glossar y The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for re ference.
Glossary-2 User ’s Manual Glossary IrDA : Infrared Data Association IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode LSI: large scale integrat ion MB: megab .
User ’ s Manual Glossa ry-3 Glossary analog signal: A signal whose characteristics such a s amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to (are an analog of) the value to be transmitted. V oice communications are anal og sign als. ANSI: American National S tandards Instit ute.
Glossary-4 User ’s Manual Glossary bus: An interface for transmis si on of signals, data or electric power . byte: The re presen t ation of a single characte r . A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit; also the smallest addressable unit within the system.
User ’ s Manual Glossa ry-5 Glossary comp at ibility: 1) The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another com puter without modi fying the data or the media upon which it is being transferred. 2) the ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component.
Glossary-6 User ’s Manual Glossary delete: T o remove data from a disk or other data storage device. Synonymous with erase. device driver: A pro gram that controls communication between a specific peripheral device and the computer . The CONF IG .SYS file contains device drivers that MS-DOS loads when you turn the computer on.
User ’ s Manual Glossa ry-7 Glossary escape: 1) A code (ASCII code 27), signalin g the computer that what follows are commands; used with periphe ral device s such as printers and modems.
Glossary-8 User ’s Manual Glossary hard disk drive (HDD): An electromechan ical 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 comput er itself, external disk drives , etc.
User ’ s Manual Glossa ry-9 Glossary J jumper: A small clip or wire that allows you to change the hardwa re characteristics by electrically connecting two points of a circuit. K K: T aken from the Greek word kilo, meaning 1000; often used as equivalent to 1024, or 2 raised to the 10th power .
Glossary-10 User ’s Manual Glossary mode: A method of operation, for exam ple, the boot mode, S tandby Mode or the Hibernation Mode. modem: Derived from modulator/demodulator , a device that converts (modulates) digital data for transmission over tele phone lines and then converts modulated data (demodulates) to digital format where received.
User ’ s Manual Glossary-1 1 Glossary P p arallel interf ace: Refers to a type of information exchange that transmits information one byte (8 bits) at a time. See also serial interfac e. pa ri t y: 1) The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values (integers) both of which are either o n or of f; odd or even; 0 or 1.
Glossary-12 User ’s Manual Glossary rest art: Resetting a computer without turn ing it off (also called “warm boot” or “soft reset”). See also boot. RGB: Red, green, and blue . A device that uses th ree input signals, each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color (red, green, and blue) or port for using such a device.
User ’ s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary T terminal: A typewriter-like keyboard and CRT display screen connected to the computer for data input/ou tput. TFT display : A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix tech nology with thin film transistor (TFT) to drive each ce ll.
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User ’ s Ma nual Index-1 Satellite U200/PORTÉGÉ M500 Inde x A AC adaptor 1-5 additional 1-18 , 8-15 connecting 3-6 Connectors G-1 Arrow mode indicator location 2-10 ASCII characters 5-9 B Battery .
Index-2 User ’s Manual Index Display hinge location 2-7 Display latch location 2-1 Display scre en location 2-7 DLA for TOSHIBA 1-17 , 4-24 Documentation list 1-3 DVD Super Multi drive 1-7 using 4-1.
User ’ s Manual Index-3 Index HW Setup 1-14 accessing 7-1 Boot priority 7-3 CPU 7-6 device config 7-7 display 7-2 general 7-2 keyboard 7-5 LAN 7-6 USB 7-7 window 7-1 I i.
Index-4 User ’s Manual Index properties menu 4-31 region selection 4-30 Moving the computer 4-39 MultiMediaCard 8-9 inserting 8-9 removing 8-9 N Numeric mode indicator location 2-10 O Optical Disc D.
User ’ s Manual Index-5 Index TOSHIBA support 9-21 Touch Pad 9-13 USB floppy disk drive 9-11 USB mouse 9-14 Wireless LAN 9-19 xD picture card 9-12 Processor 1-4 R RecordNow! 1-15 , 4-22 Recovery HDD.
Index-6 User ’s Manual Index X xD picture card 8-8 inserting 8-8 removing 8-8.
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