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Antenna(s) used in 5.15-5.25GHz frequency band must be integral antenna 
which provide no access to the end user.
Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that 
comes with those products for additional information.
Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs: CJ6UPA3233WL, 
CJ6UPA3232BT.
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located 
or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada 
limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from 
Health Canada’s website www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.
Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 
5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors 
for frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful 
interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.
High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz 
and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference 
with and/or damage this device.
Ta i w a n
The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio 
communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and 
regulations.
Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against 
interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and 
medical radio emission electric machinery. Article 14  Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency 
electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the 
frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of 
the original design.
Article 17  Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not 
affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In 
event that any interference is found, the use of such electric machinery 
shall be stopped immediately, and reusing of such products can be 
resumed until no interference occurs after improvement. 
						

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Using this equipment in Japan
In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400.2,483.5MHz for second-generation 
low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of 
mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified low-
power radio station).
1. Sticker
Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.
2. Indication
The indication shown below appears on this equipment.
1 2.4 this equipment uses a frequency of 2.4GHz.
2 DS.This equipment uses DS-SS modulation.
3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m.
4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 
2,483.5 MHz.
It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 
						

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3. TOSHIBA Direct PC
Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100
Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916
Fax: 03-5444-9450
Device Authorization
This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the 
Technical Conditions Compliance Approval, and it belongs to the device class of 
radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station 
stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan.
The Name of the radio equipment: PA3232U-1MPC
TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 
03GZDA0017
The following restrictions apply:
❖Do not disassemble or modify the device.
❖Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.
Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to 
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential 
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency 
energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause 
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee 
that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, 
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is 
encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following 
measures:
❖Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
❖Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
❖Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to 
which the receiver is connected.
❖Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
						

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Toshiba is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by 
unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Toshiba 
Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of 
connecting cables and equipment other than specified by Toshiba.
The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, 
substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
Approved Countries for use
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries in Fig.1. 
Caution: Do not use this equipment except in the countries in Fig.1.
DVD-ROM, Multifunction drive safety instructions
The DVD-ROM and Multifunction drives employ a laser system. To ensure 
proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and 
retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, 
contact an authorized service location.
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those 
specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure. 
To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
enclosure.
Location of the required label
(Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing 
information may vary.)
Australia Austria  Belgium 
Canada Denmark Finland 
Germany Iceland  Ireland 
Japan Luxembourg Netherlands 
New Zealand  Norway  Sweden 
Switzerland UK  USA 
Greece Italy  France 
Poland Portugal Spain  
						

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CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 
LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual 
carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this 
model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.” To prevent 
direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. 
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those 
specified in the owner’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Copyright
This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 
with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be 
reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No 
patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the 
information contained herein.
©2002 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. 
Export Administration Regulation
This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the 
U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the 
approval of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export, 
directly or indirectly, in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration 
Regulations is prohibited. 
						

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Notice
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any 
product specifications, is subject to change without notice.
TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA 
INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO 
WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER 
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY 
DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY 
OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO 
ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY 
FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY 
FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR 
OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES 
BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT 
SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, 
CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, 
WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, 
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR 
ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE 
THEREOF.
Trademarks
Satellite, InTouch, and Noteworthy are registered trademarks, SelectServ, 
FreedomWare, and SmartMedia are trademarks, of Toshiba America 
Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.
Microsoft, Windows, DirectX, Active Desktop, and DirectShow are 
registered trademarks, and Windows Media is a trademark of Microsoft 
Corporation.
LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software, Inc.
WinDVD is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc.
CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online, Inc.
Dolby - Manufactured by Toshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories/ 
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc.
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks 
of their respective companies. 
Computer Disposal Information
This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated 
due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling 
information, please contact your local government or the Electronic 
Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org.  
						

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Contents
Introduction .............................................................. 25
This guide .............................................................. 25
Safety icons ........................................................... 26
Other icons used .............................................. 27
Other documentation ............................................. 27
Service options ...................................................... 28
Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ........................  29
Making sure you have everything .......................... 29
Front with the display closed ................................. 30
Back ....................................................................... 30
Right side............................................................... 32
Left side ................................................................. 33
Front with the display open .................................... 34
Indicator lights ................................................. 36
Underside .............................................................. 37 
						

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Chapter 2: Getting Started........................................  39
Selecting a place to work ....................................... 39
Creating a computer-friendly environment ....... 39
Keeping yourself comfortable .......................... 40
Precautions ...................................................... 43
Setting up your computer ...................................... 45
Setting up your software .................................. 45
Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 47
Adding external devices ................................... 47
Connecting the AC adapter..................................... 48
Charging the main battery...................................... 50
Using the computer for the first time ..................... 51
Opening the display panel ................................ 51
Turning on the power ....................................... 51
Using the TouchPad™ ...................................... 52
Control buttons ................................................ 53
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad ................. 53
Installing additional memory (optional) ................. 54
Removing a memory module ........................... 60
Connecting a mouse ........................................ 60
Connecting a printer ........................................ 61
Setting up a printer .......................................... 62
Turning off the computer ....................................... 65
Caring for your computer....................................... 66
Cleaning the computer ..................................... 66
Moving the computer ....................................... 67
Using a computer lock ..................................... 67 
						

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Chapter 3: Learning the Basics..................................  69
Computing tips ...................................................... 69
Using the keyboard ................................................ 70
Character keys ................................................. 71
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys ........................................ 71
Function keys ................................................... 71
Windows
® special keys .................................... 72
Overlay keys..................................................... 72
Starting a program ................................................. 74
Saving your work ................................................... 74
Printing your work ................................................. 75
Backing up your files ............................................. 76
Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive ........... 76
Drive components and control buttons ............ 77
DVD-ROM drive components ........................... 77
CD/DVD control buttons .................................. 78
CD/DVD control and digital audio modes ......... 79
Inserting a disc ................................................ 80
Playing an audio CD ......................................... 82
Playing a DVD .................................................. 84
Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD............... 84
Removing a disc with the computer on............ 84
Removing a disc with the computer off ........... 85
Caring for CDs and DVDs ................................. 85
Setting up for communications .............................. 86
Connecting the modem to a phone line............ 86
Connecting your computer to a network .......... 86
Powering down the computer ................................ 87
Using Turn Off or Shut down ................................. 88
Hibernation command ..................................... 89
Stand By command.......................................... 90
Turning off more quickly .................................. 91
Starting again after Turn Off ............................. 92
Using Hibernation .................................................. 92 
						

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Starting again from Hibernation mode ............. 94
Using Stand by ...................................................... 94
Going into Stand by mode more quickly .......... 95
Starting again from Stand by ........................... 96
Toshiba’s online resources ..................................... 96
Chapter 4: Mobile Computing ...................................  97
Toshiba’s energy-saver design ............................... 97
Running the computer on battery power ............... 98
Power management ......................................... 99
Charging the battery .............................................. 99
Charging the RTC battery ............................... 100
Monitoring battery power .................................... 101
Determining remaining battery power............ 101
Conserving battery power .............................. 102
What to do when the battery runs low ........... 103
Setting battery alarms .................................... 104
Changing the main battery ................................... 105
Removing the battery from the computer ...... 105
Taking care of your battery................................... 106
Maximizing battery life ................................... 107
Disposing of used batteries safely ....................... 109
Traveling tips........................................................ 110
Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating 
System ...............................................  111
Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop .......................... 112
Finding your way around the desktop ............ 112
Windows
® XP file system .............................. 114
Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons 
together ........................................................ 115
Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet ................. 118
Lesson 4: Creating a new document .................... 119
Lesson 5: Creating a new folder ........................... 120