Toshiba Nb305 Manual

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Introduction
Software
The computers internal display panel supports high-resolution video 
graphics and can be set to a wide range of viewing angles for maximum 
comfort and readability.
Special features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are 
advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use.
Access each function using the following procedures.
*1 To access the Power Options, click Start  Control Panel  
Performance and Maintenance  Power Options. Operating systemMicrosoft
® Windows XP Home is available. Refer 
to the preinstalled Software section at the front of 
this chapter.
TOSHIBA UtilitiesA number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled 
to make your computer more convenient to use. 
Refer to the Utilities and applications section in 
this chapter.
Plug and PlayWhen you connect an external device to the 
computer or when you install a component, Plug 
and Play capability enables the system to 
recognize the connection and make the 
necessary configurations automatically.
Hot keysHot keys are specific key combinations that let 
you quickly change the system configuration 
directly from the keyboard without running a 
system program.
Monitor automatic 
power off 
*1This feature automatically cuts off power to the 
computers display panel when there is no 
keyboard input for a specified time, with power 
being restored the next time a key is pressed. 
This can be specified in the Power Options.
HDD automatic power 
off 
*1This feature automatically cuts off power to the 
hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a 
specified time, with power being restored when 
the hard disk drive is next accessed. This can be 
specified in the Power Options.
System automatic 
Standby/Hibernation 
Mode 
*1
This feature automatically shuts down the system 
into either Standby Mode or Hibernation Mode 
when there is no input or hardware access for a 
specified time. This can be specified in the Power 
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Keypad overlayA ten-key numeric keypad is integrated into the 
keyboard. Please refer to the Keypad overlay 
section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for 
information on using this feature.
Power on passwordTwo levels of password security, supervisor and 
user, are available to prevent unauthorized 
access to your computer.
Instant securityA specific hot key function automatically locks the 
system providing data security.
Intelligent power 
supply 
*1A microprocessor in the computers intelligent 
power supply detects the batterys charge, 
automatically calculates the remaining battery 
capacity and protects electronic components 
from abnormal conditions such as a voltage 
overload from the AC adaptor. This can be 
specified in the Power Options.
Battery save mode 
*1This feature lets you configure the computer in 
order to save battery power. This can be 
specified in the Power Options. 
Low battery 
automatic 
Hibernation Mode 
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When battery power is exhausted to the point 
that computer operation cannot be continued, the 
system automatically enters Hibernation Mode 
and shuts itself down. This can be specified in the 
Power Options. 
Heat dispersal 
*1To protect against overheating, the processor has 
an internal temperature sensor so that, if the 
computers internal temperature rises to a certain 
level, the cooling fan is turned on or the 
processing speed is lowered. This can be 
specified in the Power Options.
If the processors temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with 
either setting, the computer will automatically shuts down to prevent any 
damage - in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost.
TOSHIBA HDD 
ProtectionThis feature uses the acceleration sensor built in 
the computer to detect vibration and shocks, and 
automatically moves the hard disk drive’s 
read/write head to a safe position in order to 
reduce the risk of damage that could be caused 
by head-to-disk contact. Refer to the Using the 
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection section in 
Chapter 4, Operating Basics for details.
The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard 
disk drive will not be damaged. 
						

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Utilities and Applications
This section describes the pre-installed utilities that come with the 
computer and details how to start them. For further information on their 
operation, please refer to each utilitys online manual, help files or 
README.TXT file.Hibernation ModeThis feature lets you turn off the power to the 
computer without exiting from your software. The 
contents of main memory are automatically 
saved to the hard disk drive so that when you 
next turn the power on again, you can continue 
working right where you left off. Refer to the 
Turning off the power section in Chapter 3, 
Getting Started, for more details.
Standby ModeIf you have to interrupt your work, you can use 
this feature to allow you to turn off power to the 
computer without exiting from your software. 
Data is maintained in the computers main 
memory so that when you next turn on the power, 
you can continue working right where you left off.
TOSHIBA ConfigFreeTOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities that 
improve the ease and control of communication 
devices and network connections, help in the 
identification of communication problems and 
allow the creation of profiles if you need to switch 
between different locations and communication 
networks. To access this utility, click Start  All 
Programs  TOSHIBA  Networking  
ConfigFree.
TOSHIBA Disc 
CreatorYou can create CDs and DVDs in a number of 
formats including audio CDs that can be played 
on a standard CD player, and data CDs/DVDs 
which can store copies of the files and folders on 
your computers hard disk drive. This software 
can be used on models with a DVD Super Multi 
drive.
To start this utility, click Start  All Programs  
TOSHIBA  CD&DVD Applications  Disc 
Creator.
TOSHIBA Zooming 
UtilityThis utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the 
icon size on the Windows Desktop, or the zoom 
factor associated with specific supported 
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Options
You can add a number of options to make your computer even more 
powerful and convenient to use. The following options are available:TOSHIBA PC 
Diagnostic ToolThe TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display 
basic system configuration information and allow 
the functionality of some of the computers built-
in hardware devices to be tested.
TOSHIBA 
AccessibilityThe TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides 
support to movement impaired users when they 
need to use the TOSHIBA Hot-key functions. In 
use, the utility allows you to make the FN key 
sticky, that is you can press it once, release it, 
and they press one of the Function keys in 
order to access its specific function. When set, 
the FN key will remain active until another key is 
pressed.
HW SetupThis utility allows you to customize your 
hardware settings according to the way you work 
with the computer and the peripherals you use.
Memory kitPC2-5300 (DDR2-667) or compatible 1GB or 
2GB memory module can easily be installed in 
the computer.
Battery PackAn additional battery pack can be purchased for 
use as either a spare or replacement. Please 
refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes 
for futher information.
AC AdaptorIf you frequently use your computer at more than 
one site, it may be convenient to purchase an 
additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in 
order to remove the need to always carry the 
adaptor with you.
USB FDDThe USB floppy diskette drive accommodates 
either a 1.44MB or 720KB floppy diskette 
through connection to one of the computers USB 
ports. In use, please be aware that, while you 
cannot format 720KB floppy diskettes under 
Windows XP, you are able to read and write to 
diskettes that have already been formatted.
USB Optical Disc 
DriveThe USB Optical Disc Drive can run CD/DVDs. 
						

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Chapter 2
The Grand Tour
This chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become 
familiar with each component before you operate the computer.
Front with the display closed
The following figure shows the computer’s front with its display panel in the 
closed position.
1. System indicators
Front of the computer with display closed
System indicators
The LED system indicators for specific computer operations glow when 
those operations are in progress.
System indicators
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DC INThe DC IN indicator normally glows green when 
power is being correctly supplied from the AC 
power adaptor. However, If the output voltage 
from the adaptor is abnormal,  or  i f the computers 
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PowerThe Power indicator normally glows green when 
the computer is turned on. However, if you turn 
the computer off into Standby Mode, this 
indicator will flash amber - approximately two 
seconds on, one second off - both while the 
system is shutting down and while it remains in 
Standby Mode.
BatteryThe Battery indicator shows the condition of the 
batterys charge - green indicates the battery is 
fully charged, amber indicates the battery is 
charging, and flashing amber indicates a low 
battery condition. Please refer to Chapter 6, 
Power and Power-up Modes for more 
information on this feature.
HDDThe HDD indicator glows green whenever the 
computer is accessing the built-in hard disk 
drive.
Bridge media slotThe Bridge media slot indicator glows green 
when the computer is accessing the Bridge 
media slot.
Wireless 
communicationThe Wireless communication indicator glows 
amber when the Bluetooth and Wireless LAN 
functions are turned on. Only some models are 
equipped with Bluetooth and Wireless LAN 
functions.
Wireless WAN 
communicationThe Wireless WAN communication indicator 
glows or blinks blue when the Wireless WAN 
function is on. The indicator will glow or blink in 
order to indicate the connection status of the 
Wireless WAN function. A Wireless WAN module 
must be installed to use this function. Some 
models are equipped with a Wireless WAN 
module.
Arrow LockWhen the Arrow indicator lights green, you can 
use the dark gray labeled keys on the keypad 
overlay as cursor keys.
Numeric LockThis indicator glows green, you can use the 
keypad overlay (dark gray labeled keys) for 
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Left side
The following figure shows the computers left side.
The left side of the computer
1. External monitor port 4. Universal Serial Bus (USB2.0) port
2. LAN jack 5. Bridge media slot
3. Thermal vent holes
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External monitor portThis port allows you to connect an external 
monitor to the computer.
LAN jackThis jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor 
has built-in support for Ethernet LAN 
(10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T) and Fast 
Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 
100BASE-TX). Refer to Chapter 4, Operating 
Basics, for details.
■Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN jack. 
It could cause damage or malfunction.
■Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply. It could cause 
damage or malfunction.
Thermal vent holesThe thermal vent holes help keep the processor 
from overheating.
Do not block the thermal vent holes. Keep foreign metal objects, such as 
screws, staples and paper clips, out of the cooling vents. Foreign metal 
objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, 
possibly resulting in serious injury.
Universal Serial Bus 
(USB 2.0) portThe Universal Serial Bus port, which complies 
with the USB 2.0 standard, is provided on the left 
hand side of the computer. The port with the icon 
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Right side
The following figure shows the computer’s right side.
The right side of the computer
Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of 
the USB connectors. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, 
which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions 
of all USB devices that are available. In view of this it may be noted that 
some functions associated with a specific device might not operate 
properly.
Bridge media slotThis slot lets you insert an SD™/SDHC™ memory 
card and MultiMediaCard™. Refer to Chapter 8, 
Optional Devices.
Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of 
the Bridge media slot. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, 
which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.
1. Headphone jack 4. DC IN 19V jack
2. Microphone jack 5. Security lock slot
3. Universal Serial Bus (2.0) port
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Headphone jackA standard 3.5 mm mini headphone jack enables 
connection of stereo headphones or other device 
for audio output. When you connect 
headphones, the internal speaker is 
automatically disabled.
Microphone jackA standard 3.5 mm mini microphone jack 
enables connection of a microphone or other 
device for audio input.
Universal Serial Bus 
(USB 2.0) portTwo Universal Serial Bus ports, which comply 
with the USB 2.0 standard, are provided on the 
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Back side
Figure below shows the computer’s back side.
The computer’s back side
DC IN 19V jackThe AC adaptor connects to this jack in order to 
power the computer and charge its internal 
batteries. Please note that you should only use 
the model of AC adaptor supplied with the 
computer at the time of purchase - using the 
wrong AC adaptor can cause damage to the 
computer.
Security lock slotA security cable can be attached to this slot and 
then connected to a desk or other large object in 
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Underside
The following figure shows the underside of the computer. You should 
ensure that the display is closed before the computer is turned over to 
avoid causing any damage.
The underside of the computer 1. Battery safety lock 4. Battery release latch
2. Speaker 5. Battery pack
3. Memory module slot
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Battery safety lockSlide this latch into its Unlock position in order 
to release the battery pack ready for removal.
SpeakerThe speaker emits sound generated by your 
software as well as audio alarms, such as low 
battery condition, generated by the system.
Memory module slotThe memory module slot is located here. The 
memory module slot allows for the replacement 
with additional memory module. Please refer to 
the Additional memory module section in Chapter 
8, Optional Devices for more information.
Battery release latchSlide and hold this latch into its Unlock position in 
order to release the battery pack ready for removal.
For more detailed information on removing the 
battery pack please refer to Chapter 6, Power 
and Power-up Modes.
Battery packThe battery pack provides power to the computer 
when the AC adaptor is not connected. For more 
detailed information on the use and operation of 
the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6, Power 
and Power-up Modes.