Toshiba P200 Manual

							Satellite P200/Satellite Pro P200 6-7Power and Power-Up Modes
5. Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 
30 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 or 
real time clock battery discharge completely, Sleep Mode will not 
function, and data in memory will be lost, and the computer might 
register an incorrect time and date. In this case, connect the AC adapter 
to recharge the batteries.
7. Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the 
power and disconnecting the AC adapter. Never remove the battery 
pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode as data will be lost.
Note
1. Never remove the battery pack while the Wake-up on LAN function is 
enabled. Data will be lost. Before you remove a battery pack, disable 
the Wake-up on LAN function.
2. To ensure the battery pack maintains maximum capacity, operate the 
computer on battery power once a week until the battery pack is fully 
discharged. Refer to the section Extending battery life in this chapter for 
procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power for 
an extended period, more than a week, the battery might fail to retain a 
charge. It might not function efficiently over the expected life of the 
battery pack and the Battery indicator might not indicate a low-battery 
condition.
3. After the battery pack is charged, avoid leaving the AC adapter 
connected and the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a 
time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery pack can damage the 
battery.
Charging the batteries
When the power in the battery pack becomes low, the Battery indicator 
flashes amber indicating that only a few minutes of battery power remain. 
If you continue to use the computer while the Battery indicator flashes, the 
computer enables Hibernation mode (so you dont lose data) and 
automatically turns off.
You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged.
Procedures
To recharge a battery pack while it is installed in the computer, connect the 
AC adapter to the DC IN socket and plug the other end into a working outlet.
The Battery indicator glows amber when the battery is being charged.
Use only the computer connected to an AC power source to charge the 
battery pack. Do not attempt to charge the battery pack with any other 
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Time
The following table shows the time required to fully 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. To make sure the battery charges 
to its full capacity, charge the battery at room temperature of 10° to 30°C 
(50° to 86°F).
■The battery is nearly completely discharged. Leave the AC adapter 
connected for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging.
The Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease in battery operating time 
when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions:
■The battery has not been used for a long time.
■The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer 
for a long time.
■A cool battery is installed in a warm computer.
In such case, follow the steps below.
1. Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power 
on until the power automatically shuts off.
2. Plug in the AC adapter.
3. Charge the battery until the Battery indicator glows blue (depending the 
model you purchased).
Repeat these steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal 
capacity.
Battery typePower on Power off
Battery packabout 12 or longerabout 4 or longer
RTC batteryabout 24about 24 with AC or 
Battery pack
The charging time when the computer is on is affected by ambient 
temperature, the temperature of the computer and how you use the 
computer.
If you make heavy use of external devices the battery might scarcely charge 
at all during operation. Refer also to the section Maximizing battery 
operating time.
Once a battery pack is fully charged, it is recommended that you operate 
the computer only on battery power until the battery pack completely 
discharges. Doing so extends battery life and helps ensure accurate 
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Monitoring battery capacity
Remaining battery power can be monitored using the following methods. 
■Clicking the battery icon on the task bar
■Via the Battery Stats in the Windows Mobility Center Window
Maximizing battery operating time
A batterys usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single 
charge.
How long the charge lasts in a battery depends on:
■How you configure the computer (for example, whether you enable 
battery power saving options). The computer provides a battery save 
mode to conserve battery power. This mode has the following options:
■Display auto off
■Hard Disk Drive auto off
■System auto off
■LCD brightness
■How often and how long you use the hard disk, optical media drive and 
the disk drive (if one is connected).
■How much charge the battery contained to begin with.
■Enabling Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode conserves battery power if 
you are frequently turning the computer off and on.
■Where you store your programs and data.
■Closing the display when you are not using the keyboard saves power.
■Operating time decreases at low temperatures.
■The condition of the battery terminals. Make sure the battery terminals 
stay clean by wiping them with a clean dry cloth before installing the 
battery pack.
Leaving the AC adapter connected will shorten battery life. At least once a 
week, run the computer on battery power until the battery is fully 
discharged, then recharge the battery.
■You should wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer 
before trying to monitor the remaining operating time. This is because 
the computer needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capacity 
and then calculate the remaining operating time, based on this together 
with the current power consumption. 
■Please be aware that the actual remaining operation time may differ 
slightly from the calculated time.
With repeated discharges and recharges, the batterys capacity will 
gradually decrease. In view of this it will be noted that an often used, older 
battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are 
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Retaining data with power off (sleep mode)
When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries 
retain data/charge for the following approximate time periods:
* The availability of this battery is dependent on the model you purchased.
Extending battery life
To maximize the life of your battery pack:
■If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use.
■If you will not be using the system for an extended period, remove the 
battery pack.
■Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.
Replacing the battery pack
When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to 
install a new one. If the Battery indicator flashes amber shortly after the 
battery has been fully recharged, the battery pack needs to be replaced.
You might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare 
when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source. This 
section explains how to remove and install the battery pack.
Removing the battery pack
To replace a discharged battery pack, follow the steps below.
1. Save your work.
2. Turn the computers power off. Make sure the Power indicator is off.
3. Remove all cables connected to the computer.
4. Turn the computer upside down.
BatteryApproximately 1.5days(Sleep mode,9-cell)
Approximately 1 days (Sleep mode,6-cell)
Approximately 1 month (Shut down mode, all type 
of battery packs)
RTC batteryApproximately 1 month
■When handling battery packs, be careful not to short circuit the 
terminals. Also do not drop, hit or otherwise apply impact; do not 
scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack.
■Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode 
as data in memory will be lost. 
						

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5. Unlock the Battery Pack Lock.
Removing the battery pack-1
6. Slide the battery pack latch to the left, then pull the battery out of the 
battery bay.
Removing the battery pack-2
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Installing the battery pack
To install a battery pack, follow the steps below.
1. Turn the computers power off.
2. Disconnect all cables connected to the computer.
3. Hold the battery pack so that the label faces down and the connectors 
on the battery face the connectors on the computer.
4. Gently slide the battery into the battery bay until the latch clicks into 
place.
Installing the battery pack
The battery pack is a lithium ion battery, which can explode if not properly 
replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required 
by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by 
TOSHIBA as replacements.
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TOSHIBA Password Utility
The TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility provides two levels of password 
security: User and Supervisor.
User Password
To start the utility, point to or click the following items:
Launch TOSHIBA Assist  SECURE  User Password 
■Registered
Click to register a password of up to 8 characters. After a password is 
set, you will be prompted to enter it when you start the computer.
■Not Registered
Click to delete a registered password. Before you can delete a password, 
you must first enter the current password correctly.
■Owner String (text box)
You can use this box to associate text with the password. After you enter 
text, click Apply or OK, then, each time the computer is switched on, 
this text will be displayed along with the prompt for the password.
Supervisor password
If you set a supervisor password, some functions will be restricted when a 
user logs on with the user password. To set a supervisor password:
TOSHIBA Assist  SECURE  Supervisor password
This utility lets you do the following:
■Register or delete the supervisor password.
■Specify restrictions for general users.
Starting the computer by password
If you have already registered a password, there are two ways to start the 
computer:
■Swipe your fingerprint on the sensor if you have already registered the 
fingerprint with the Fingerprint utility and enabled Fingerprint Power-on 
Security. If you would not like to swipe your finger or cannot authenticate 
the fingerprint for some reasons, push the BkSp key to skip the 
fingerprint authentication screen. You can try to swipe the fingerprint up 
to five times. If you failed fingerprint authentication more than five times, 
you must enter the password manually to start the computer.
■Enter the password manually.
Passwords set in TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility are different from 
the Windows® login password.
The password is necessary only if the computer was shut down in boot 
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To enter a password manually, follow these steps:
1. Turn on the power as described in Chapter 3, Getting Started. The 
following message will appear in the LCD:
Enter Password [xxxxxxxx]
2. Enter the Password.
3. Press Enter.
Power-up modes
The computer has three power-up modes:
■Hibernation (saves data in memory to the hard disk)
■Sleep (power remains on, maintaining the data in memory, but the CPU 
and all other devices effectively enter a sleep mode)
■Boot (does not save data in memory)
Panel power off/on
This feature makes the computer to enter Hibernation when the display 
panel is closed and turns it back on when the display panel is opened.
System automatic Sleep/Hibernation
This feature automatically turns off the system in Sleep or Hibernation mode 
if the computer is not used for a set duration.
Refer to Special features, in Chapter 1, Satellite P200/Satellite Pro P200 
Series Features for an explanation of how to set the duration.
At this point, the hotkeys Fn + F1 to F9 do not work. They will function after 
you enter the password.
If you enter the password incorrectly three consecutive times, the computer 
shuts down. You must turn on the computer again and re-enter the 
password. 
Refer also to the section Turning off the power in Chapter 3, Getting Started.
 If the panel power off function is enabled and you use Shut down Windows, 
do not close the display until the shut down function is completed. 
						

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Satellite P200/Satellite Pro P200
Chapter 7
HW Setup
This chapter explains how to use the TOSHIBA HW Setup utility to configure 
your computer. TOSHIBA HW Setup lets you configure settings for various 
hardware devices through a number of tabs titled General, Password, 
Display, Boot Priority, Keyboard, CPU, LAN, and USB.
Accessing HW Setup
Start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to Utilities and click 
HWSetup.
HW Setup Window
The HW Setup window contains the following tabs: General, Password, 
Display, Boot Priority, Keyboard, LAN, and USB.
There are also these three buttons: 
OKAccepts your changes and closes the HW Setup 
window.
CancelCloses the window without accepting your 
changes.
ApplyAccepts all your changes without closing the HW 
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General 
This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons: 
Setup
This field displays BIOS Version and date.
Password
This tab allows you to set or reset the user password for power on.
Display
This tab lets you customize your computers display settings for either the 
internal LCD screen or for an external monitor.
Power On Display
This option allows you to select the display to be used when the computer 
is switched on.
CPU
This function lets you set the CPU operating mode.
Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode
This option lets you choose from the following settings: DefaultReturn all HW Setup values to the factory settings.
AboutDisplay the HW Setup version.
When finish BIOS update , please restart your computer and press F2 into 
BIOS setup manual and load BIOS default one time.
Auto-SelectedSelects an external monitor if one is connected. 
Otherwise, it selects the internal LCD (Default).
LCD + Analog RGBSelects both the internal LCD and external 
monitor for simultaneous display.
This option is displayed only for Core Duo/Solo processor based model.
Dynamically 
SwitchableCPU power consumption and clock speed 
automatic switching function is enabled. When 
the computer is in use, CPU operation is 
automatically switched when necessary (Default).
Always LowCPU power consumption and clock speed 
automatic switching function is disabled. The 
CPU always runs at low power consumption and 
low speed.