Toshiba P200 Manual

							User’s Manual2-1
Satellite P200/Satellite Pro P200
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 front with its display panel in the 
closed position.
* The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased.
Front of the computer with display closed
Certain types of notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all 
possible configurations for an entire product series. Your selected model 
may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the 
icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected 
all those features.
1. FRONT EDGE LOGO*
2. DC IN LED
3. P
OWER LED
4. BATTERY LED
5. HARD DISK DRIVE LED
6. MULTIPLE DIGITAL MEDIA 
CARD SLOT ACCESS LED*7. W
IRELESS COMMUNICATION 
SWITCH AND LED*
8. MICROPHONE JACK9. HEADPHONE JACK10. VOLUME CONTROL11. MULTIPLE DIGITAL MEDIA 
CARD SLOT*
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Front Edge Logo*Front Edge Logo indicates the computer series 
you bought.
(The avaliability of this function is dependent on 
the model you purchased.)
DC IN LEDThe DC IN LED indicates the computer is 
connected to the AC adapter and it is plugged into 
an AC power source.
Power LEDIn normal operating mode, the Power LED is blue 
(depending on the model you purchased). If the 
system is in SleepSleep Mode the LED will flash 
amber, while the LED will be off when the 
computer is turned off or is in Hibernation Mode.
Battery LEDThe Battery LED indicates the batterys current 
charge/discharge status. It lights blue (depending 
on the model you purchased) when the battery is 
fully charged. It lights amber while the battery is 
being charged from the AC adapter. It flashes 
amber when the battery capacity is low.
Hard Disk Drive LEDThe Hard Disk Drive LED indicates that the hard 
disk drive is being accessed. Every time your 
computer runs a program, opens a file, or 
performs some other function in which it must 
access the hard disk drive, this light will go on.
Multiple Digital 
Media Card Slot 
Access LED*The Multiple Digital Media Card Slot Access LED 
lights up when the Multiple Digital Media Card is 
accessed.
(The avaliability of this function is dependent on 
the model you purchased.)
Wireless 
Communication 
Switch and LED*The wireless communication switch turns on the 
wireless networking transceiver. The Wireless 
Communication LED beside it indicates that 
wireless networking is turned on. Indicates 
whether the Wireless devices is active or not.
(The avaliability of this function is dependent on 
the model you purchased.)
Microphone JackThe standard 3.5 mm mini microphone jack 
enables connection of a three conductive type 
mini-jack for a monaural microphone.
Headphone JackThe headphone jack lets you connect stereo 
headphones or other audio-output devices such 
as external speakers. Connecting headphones or 
other devices to this jack automatically disables 
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Right side
The following figure shows the computers right side.
The right side of the computer
Volume ControlUse this dial to adjust the volume of the stereo 
speakers or headphones.
Multiple Digital 
Media Card Slot*The Multiple Digital Media Card Slot allows you to 
use media cards from digital still cameras and 
various forms of portable information equipment.
(The availability of this function depends on the 
model you purchased.)
1. UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS 
(USB) PORT2. MODEM JACK
3. OPTICAL DISC DRIVE AND LED
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Universal Serial Bus 
(USB) PortThe Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0 and 1.1 
compatible) port enables USB-equipped devices 
such as keyboards, mice, hard drives, scanners, 
and printers to be connected to the computer.
Modem JackIn regions where an internal modem is installed as 
standard equipment, this jack lets you use a 
modular cable to connect the modem directly to 
a telephone line.
Optical Disc Drive 
and LEDThe computer is configured with a full-size optical 
disc drive module that lets you run either 12 cm 
(4.72) or 8 cm (3.15) discs without using an 
adapter. See the Drives section in this chapter for 
technical specifications on each drive and 
Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for information on 
using the drive and caring for discs.The LED lets 
you know when the Optical Disc Drive is being 
accessed.
Fan VentsThe fan vents help prevent the CPU from 
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Left side
The following figure shows the computers left side.
* The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased.
The left side of the computer
To prevent possible over heating of the CPU, never block the fan vents.
Security LockAn optional security cable attaches to this port in 
order to anchor your computer to a desk or other 
large object to deter theft.
1. DC IN 19V JACK2. RGB MONITOR PORT3. FAN VENTS4. LAN JACK
5. UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS 
(USB) PORT6. TV OUT PORT7 i.LINK (IEEE1394a) PORT*
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DC IN 19V JackThe DC IN jack is where you plug in the AC 
adapter.
RGB Monitor PortThis 15-pin port lets you connect an external 
video display to the computer.
Fan VentsThe fan vents help prevent the CPU from 
overheating.
To prevent possible over heating of the CPU, never block the fan vents. 
						

							
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LAN Jack
This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adapter 
has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 
megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet 
LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX) 
and Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per 
second, 1000BASE-T). Two indicators built into 
the jack let you see the LAN status.
Universal Serial Bus 
(USB) Port The Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0 and 1.1 
compatible) port enables USB-equipped devices 
such as keyboards, mice, hard drives, scanners, 
and printers to be connected to the computer.
TV Out Port Connect a 4-pin S- video cable into this connector 
in order to output either an NTSC or PAL television 
signal.
i.LINK (IEEE1394a) 
Port This port allows you to connect an external 
device, such as a digital video camera, for high-
speed data transfer.
Express Card Slot This slot allows you to insert an Express Card. An 
Express Card module is a small, modular add-in 
card technology based on PCI Express and 
Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface. The max. 
transmission rate at 2.5Gbps. Both 34mn type 
and 54mm type are supported. 
						

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Underside
The following figure shows the underside of the computer. Make sure the 
display is closed before turning over your computer.
* The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased.
The bottom of the computer
1. BATTERY PACK2. FAN VENT3. BATTERY PACK LOCK4. SPEAKER5. HDD16. HDD2*
7. E
XPANSION MEMORY SOCKET8. FAN VENT 
9. BATTERY PACK LATCH
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Battery PackThe battery pack powers the computer when the 
AC adapter is not connected. For detailed 
information on the battery pack, refer to Chapter 
6, Power and Power-Up Modes.
Fan VentThe fan vents help prevent the CPU from 
overheating.
Battery Pack LockWhen you slide this into its locked position, the 
battery pack cannot be released even if you 
attempt to slide the battery pack latch into its 
open position.
SpeakerA third speaker to indicate bios beeps.
HDD1Hard Disk Drives store data, files and programs.
HDD2*Hard Disk Drives store data, files and programs.
(The availability of this function depends on the 
model you purchased.) 
						

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Front with the display open
The following figure shows the front of the computer with the display open. 
To open the display, push the latch on the front of the display and lift it up. 
Position the display at a comfortable viewing angle.
* The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased.
The front with the display open
Expansion Memory 
SocketUse this socket to install a memory module to 
increase your computers memory. Refer to the 
Memory expansion section in Chapter 8, Optional 
Devices.
To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, never block the fan vents.
Battery Pack LatchWith the Battery Pack Lock in its unlocked 
position, you can slide this latch in order to 
remove the battery pack.
1. DISPLAY SCREEN2. LEFT AND RIGHT SPEAKERS3. TOUCHPAD/DUAL MODE PAD4. TOUCHPAD CONTROL 
BUTTONS5. POWER BUTTON6. INTERNET BUTTON*
7. CD/DVD BUTTON*8. P
LAY/PAUSE BUTTON*
9. STOP*
10. PREVIOUS BUTTON*
11. NEXT BUTTON*
12. NUMBER PAD13. FINGER PRINT SCANNER*
14. WEB CAMERA*
15. MICROPHONE*
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Display ScreenThe LCD displays high-contrast text and graphics 
at a resolution up to 1680 x 1050 pixels. Refer to 
Appendix B - Display Modes for further 
information. When the computer operates from 
the AC adapter, the display screens image will be 
somewhat brighter than when it operates on 
battery power - this is normal and is designed to 
conserve battery power.
To prolong the life of your display screen, use a screen saver when youre 
not using the computer and it is idle.
Left and Right 
SpeakersThe computer provides two speakers for stereo 
sound reproduction.
TouchPad/Dual 
Mode PadThe TouchPad/Dual Mode Pad pointing device is 
located in the centre of the palm rest and is used 
to control the on-screen pointer. Refer to the How 
the Swipe the Finger section in Chapter 4, 
Operating Basics.
TouchPad Control 
ButtonsControl buttons below the TouchPad/Dual Mode 
Pad let you select menu items or manipulate text 
and graphics designated by the on-screen 
pointer.
Power ButtonPress the power button to turn the computers 
power on and off. There is an LED inside the 
power button which shines in blue (depending on 
the model you purchased) when the system is on.
Internet Button*Press this button to launch an Internet browser.If 
the computer’s power is off, you can press this 
button to turn on the computer’s power and 
launch the browser automatically in one step.
(The availability of this function depends on the 
model you purchased.)
CD/DVD Button*Pressing this button will launch an application 
program that allows for watching CD/DVD.
An application that is launched differs by a model:
Windows Media Player/DVD Video Player.
(The availability of this function depends on the 
model you purchased.)
Play/Pause Button*Press this button to begin playing an audio CD, a 
DVD movie or digital audio files. This button also 
acts as a Pause button. 
(The availability of this function depends on the 
model you purchased.) 
						

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Stop*Stops playing the CD, DVD or digital audio. 
(The availability of this function depends on the 
model you purchased.)
Previous Button*Skips backwards to the previous track, chapter or 
digital file. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics, 
for details.
(The availability of this function depends on the 
model you purchased.)
Next Button*Skips forward to the next track, chapter or digital 
file. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for 
details.
(The availability of this function depends on the 
model you purchased.)
If Random or Shuffle is selected in Windows® Media Player, selecting Next 
or Previous advances to a random selection.
Number PadPress the Number Lock button to activate the 
number pad. Use the number pad instead of the 
number buttons on the keyboard to enter 
numbers and ASCII codes.
Finger Print Scanner*Use the fingerprint scanner to prevent 
unauthorised access to the laptop  See “Using the 
FingerPrint (FingerPrint sensor is provided with 
some models)” on page 4-3.
(The availability of this function depends on the 
model you purchased.)
Web Camera*Take your picture or send your image to web 
contacts.
(The availability of this function depends on the 
model you purchased.)
Microphone*The Microphone is used with the Web Camera to 
talk to other Web Camera users and to record 
messages on windows media.
(The availability of this function depends on the 
model you purchased.) 
						

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Keyboard Indicators
Optical Disc drive
The computer will either have a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, or a single layer 
or dual layer DVD Super Multi drive supporting ±R Double Layer depending 
on its configuration. An ATAPI interface controller is used for the operation 
of these optical drives. When the computer is accessing a disc, an indicator 
on the drive glows.
Region codes for DVD drives and media
The disc drive and its media are manufactured according to the 
specifications of six marketing regions. When you purchase DVD-Video, 
make sure it matches your drive, otherwise it will not play properly.
Numeric ModeYou can use the keypad overlay (light gray labeled 
keys) for numeric input when the Numeric mode 
icon lights blue. Refer to the Keypad overlay 
section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard.
Caps LockThe Caps Lock LED lights when you press the 
Caps Lock key. When this light is on, pressing a 
letter key on the keyboard produces an 
uppercase (capital) letter.
Code Region
1Canada, United States
2Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East
3Southeast Asia, East Asia
4Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central 
America, South America, Caribbean
5Russia, Indian Subcontinent, Africa, North Korea, 
Mongolia
6China