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 LAN jack  This 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).
LAN indicator  This indicator glows green when the computer is
accessing the LAN.
Serial port  Use this 9-pin port to connect external serial devices such
as an external modem, a serial mouse or printer.
Universal  The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port enables chain
Serial Bus  connection of a number of USB-equipped devices to one
port  port on your computer. For example, you might connect a
USB-HUB to the computer, then connect a keyboard to the
USB-HUB and a mouse to the keyboard.
PS/2  keyboard/  Use this port to connect an external PS/2 compatible
mouse port  keyboard or mouse. The computer automatically recog-
nizes which device you have connected when you turn on
the power.
Underside
Figure 2-5 shows the underside of the computer. Make sure the display is\
 closed
before turning over your computer.
Figure 2-5 The underside of the computer
Underside
BATTERY
PACK
Ether
DOCKING
PORTDOCKING
HOLESDOCKING
HOLE
BATTERY PACK
LOCK
SLIM SELECT
BAY LATCH
BATTERY
RELEASE
LATCH
MEMORY MODULE
COVER
SLIM SELECT
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Docking port Use this port to connect an optional Port Replicator.
CAUTION:  Keep foreign objects out of the docking port. A pin or similar
object can damage the computer’s circuitry.
Docking holes These holes ensure a proper connection between the
computer and an optional Port Replicator.
Battery pack The battery pack powers the computer when the AC
adaptor is not connected. The  Batteries section in Chapter
6 , Power and Power-Up Modes , describes how to access
the battery pack. Additional battery packs can be pur-
chased from your TOSHIBA dealer to extend the
computer’s battery operating time .
Battery pack lock Slide this lock to release or secure the battery pack.
Battery release Slide this latch to release or the battery pack.
latch
Memory module This cover protects two memory module sockets. One
cover or two modules are preinstalled.
Slim Select Bay There are two screw holes next to the Slim Select Bay
lock latch. One screw is initially set in the front hole, which is
the unlock position. To lock the Slim Select Bay latch, set
the screw in the back hole.
NOTE:  Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver.
Slim Select Bay Slide this latch to free the Slim Select Bay for removal.
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Front with the display open
Figure 2-6 shows the front of the computer with the display open. To ope\
n the
display, slide the display latch on the front of the computer and lift t\
he display up.
Position the display at a comfortable viewing angle.
Figure 2-6 The front with the display open
Display screen  The full-color LCD  displays  high-contrast text and
graphics and is compatible with the industry standard
eXtended Graphics Array (XGA).  The LCD consists of
up to 1024 ×  768 pixels or dots.  The computer has a
Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) display. Refer to Appendix
B.
When the computer operates on power through the AC
adaptor, the display screen’s image will be somewhat
brighter than when it operates on battery power. The lower
brightness level is intended to save battery power.
Power button  Press the power button to turn the computer’s power on
and of f.
Front with the display open
SPEAKER
DISPLAY SCREEN
ACCUPOINT II
CONTROL BUTTONS
ACCUPOINT II
P
OWER
BUTTON
SPEAKER
SENSOR
SWITCH
POWER SOURCE/
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AccuPoint II  A pointer control device located in the center of the
keyboard is used to control the on-screen pointer. Refer to
the AccuPoint II section in Chapter 4,  Operating Basic s.
AccuPoint II  Control buttons below the keyboard let you select menu
control buttons  items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the on-
screen pointer.
Speaker  The speaker emits sound generated by your software as
well as audio alarms, such as low battery condition,
generated by the system.
Power source/  LEDs let you monitor the status of various computer
system indicators  functions. Details are given in the  Indicators  section.
Sensor switch  This switch shuts down the computer when you close the
cover and the panel power on/off feature is e nabled.
Indicators
Figure 2-7 shows the indicators, which light when various computer opera\
tions are in
progress.
Figure 2-7 The power source/system indicators
DC IN
P
OWER
MAIN
BATTERY
DISKSLIM
SELECT
BAY
WIRELESS
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Power source/system indicators
DC IN  The  DC IN  indicator glows green when DC power is
supplied from the AC power adaptor. If the adaptor’s
output voltage is abnormal or if the power supply
malfunctions, this indicator flashes orange.
Power  The  Power  indicator glows green when the computer is
on. If you turn off the computer in Resume mode, this
indicator blinks orange (one second on, two seconds off)
while the computer shuts down.
Main battery  The  Main battery  indicator shows the condition of the
charge. Green means fully charged and orange means being
charged. Refer to  Chapter 6,  Power and Power-Up Mode s.
Disk  The  Disk  indicator glows green when the computer is
accessing a disk drive.
Slim Select Bay  The  Slim Select Bay  indicator glows green when the
computer is accessing a CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive,
CD-R/RW drive,  CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, Slim Select
Bay HDD adaptor or secondary battery pack in the Slim
Select Bay. When the secondary battery is charging, the
indicator glows orange.
Wireless  The  Wireless communication  indicator glows orange
 communication  when the Wireless LAN function is tur ned on.
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The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators an\
d the
CapsLock indicator.
When the F10 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you enter numbe\
rs. When
the F11 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you control the curs\
or.
Figure 2-8  Keypad overlay indicators
When the CapsLock indicator glows the keyboard is in all-caps mode.
Figure 2-9  CapsLock indicator
Keyboard indicator
Caps Lock This indicator glows green when the alphabet keys are
locked in uppercase.
Arrow mode When the Arrow mode  indicator lights green, you can use
the keypad overlay (white labeled keys) as cursor keys.
Refer to the  Keypad overlay  section in Chapter 5,  The
Keyboard . C
APS LOCK
ARROW MODE
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Slim Select Bay modules
Numeric mode  You can use the keypad overlay (white labeled keys) for
numeric input when the  Numeric mode  indicator lights
green. Refer to the  Keypad overlay  section in Chapter 5,
The Keyboar d.
AC  ad aptor
The AC adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage sup\
plied
to the computer. It can automatically adjust to any voltage from 100 to \
240 volts
and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz, enabling you to use the com\
puter in
almost any region.
To recharge the battery, simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source\
 and the
computer. See Chapter 6  Power and Power-Up Modes  for details.
Figure 2-10 The AC adaptor
CAUTION:  Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer.
TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. The current
rating for the computer is 5.0 amperes .
Slim Sel ect Bay modul es
The Slim Select Bay can accommodate the following modules: DVD-ROM drive\
,
CD-ROM drive, CD-R/RW drive, CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, optional Slim Select
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D VD-ROM drive
An optional full-size DVD-ROM drive module lets you run either 12 cm (4\
.72) or
8 cm (3.15) digital video disk/compact disk without using an adaptor.\
 It may be
selected as a standard component or as an option.
NOTE:  The read speed is slower at the center of a disk and faster at the
outer edge. The maximum (outer edge) speeds for DVDs and CDs are:
DVD   8 speed (maximum)
CD   24 speed (maximum)
This drive supports the following formats:   DVD-ROM     DVD-Video
   Photo  CD    CD-R (read only)
   CD-ROM     CD-Rewritable (read only)
   CD-ROM x A     CD-DA
 CD-EXTRA  CD-Text
Figure 2-11 The optical media device
Disk-In-Use This indicator lights when the CD/DVD is being accessed.
Indicator
Eject button Press the eject button to open the drawer partially.
Eject hole Insert a slender object to open the drawer when the power
to the computer is off.
CAUTION:  Check the Slim Select Bay  indicator when you use the
DVD-ROM drive. Do not press the eject button, disconnect a drive or turn\
off the computer while the light is glowing. Doing so could damage the
DVD/CD or the drive.
DISK-IN-USE
INDICATOR
EJECT BUTTON
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DVD-ROM drives and media are manufactured according to the specification\
s of
six marketing regions. When you purchase DVD media, make sure it matches\
 your
drive, otherwise it will not play properly.
Code   Region
1   Canada, United States
2   Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East
3   Southeast Asia, East Asia
4   Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America, South
America, Caribbean
5   Russia, Indian Subcontinent, Africa, North Korea, Mongolia
6   China
CD-ROM drive
An optional full-size, maximum 24-speed CD-ROM drive module lets you run\
either 12 cm (4.72) or 8 cm (3.15) compact disks without using an \
adaptor. It may
be selected as a standard component or as an option.
This drive supports the following formats:
  Photo  CD    CD-R (read only)
   CD-ROM     CD-Rewritable (read only)
   CD-ROM x A     CD-DA
   CD-EXTRA     CD-Text
NOTE:  The physical features of this drive are similar to those of the
DVD-ROM drive. Refer to the illustration in the  DVD-ROM drive
section.
CAUTION:  Check the Slim Select Bay  indicator when you use the
CD-ROM  drive. Do not press the eject button, disconnect a drive or turn
off the computer while the light is glowing. Doing so could damage  the
CD or the drive.
CD-R/RW drive
The full-size CD-R/RW drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD\
s as well
as run either 12 cm (4.72) or 8 cm (3.15) CDs without using an ada\
ptor.
NOTE:  The read speed is slower at the center of a disk and faster at the
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CD, CD-R read  24 speed (maximum)
CD-RW read  14 speed (maximum)
CD-R write  8 speed (maximum)
CD-RW write  8 speed (maximum)
This drive supports the following formats:
  Photo CD     CD-R
   CD-ROM     CD-Rewritable
   CD-ROM x A     CD-DA
   CD-EXTRA     CD-Text
NOTE:  The physical features of this drive are similar to those of the
DVD-ROM drive. Refer to the illustration in the  DVD-ROM drive  section.
CAUTION:  Check the Slim Select Bay  indicator when you use the CD-
R/RW drive. Do not press th e eject button, disconnect a drive or turn off
the computer whi le the light is glowing. Doing so could damage the CD
or the drive.
CD- RW/ DVD-ROM drive
The full-size CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive module lets you record data to rewrita\
ble
CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72) or 8 cm (3.15) CD/DVDs with\
out using an
adaptor. The computer is configured with either a DVD-ROM drive or CD-RW\
/
DVD-ROM drive.
NOTE:  The read speed is slower at the center of a disk and faster at the
outer edge.
DVD read 8 speed (maximum)
CD read 24 speed (maximum)
CD-R write 8 speed (maximum)
CD-RW write 8 speed (maximum)
This drive supports the following formats:  DVD-ROM  DVD-Video
 CD-ROM  CD-EXTRA
 Audio CD  CD-R
 Photo CD  CD-RW
NOTE:  The physical features of this drive are similar to those of the
DVD-ROM drive. Refer to the illustration in the  DVD-ROM drive section.