User manual TOSHIBA P3500

Portégé 3500 3500 Portable Personal Computer User's Manual User's Manual i Portégé 3500 'ST]VMKLX © 2002 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Portégé 3500 Portable Personal Computer User's Manual First edition October 2002 (MWGPEMQIV This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the Portégé 3500 Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual's production. However, succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual. 8VEHIQEVOW Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license. is a Certification Mark of the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance, Inc. Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual. )9 (IGPEVEXMSR SJ 'SRJSVQMX] This product carries the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directives. CE-Marking is the responsibility of TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. ii Portégé 3500 Portégé 3500 1SHIQ [EVRMRK RSXMGI 'SRJSVQMX] 7XEXIQIRX The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision "CTR21"] for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. 2IX[SVO 'SQTEXMFMPMX] 7XEXIQIRX This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional requirements conditional in EG 201 121. Germany Greece Portugal Spain Switzerland All other countries/ regions - ATAAB AN005, AN006, AN007, AN009, AN010 and DE03, 04, 05, 08, 09, 12, 14, 17 - ATAAB AN005, AN006 and GR01, 02, 03, 04 - ATAAB AN001, 005, 006, 007, 011 and P03, 04, 08, 10 - ATAAB AN005, 007, 012, and ES01 - ATAAB AN002 - ATAAB AN003, 004 Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network, please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details. The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate national type approvals. It has not been tested for conformity to national type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific function on specific national networks can be given. User's Manual iii Portégé 3500 4SVXÃKà +IRIVEP 4VIGEYXMSRW TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimise safety, minimise strain and withstand the rigours of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual. Also refer to your Safety Instruction Manual. 7XVIWW MRNYV] Carefully read the Safety Instruction Manual. It contains information on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3, Getting Started, also includes information on work space design, posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress. ,IEX [EVRMRK The bottom side of the computer becomes hot when operated for a long time. If you feel uncomfortable with the heat, stop operating the computer and wait for cooling down. If you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time (on your lap, or in your forearm in tablet mode, for example), your skin might suffer low temperature injury. If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot. The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use. This condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the AC adaptor, disconnect it and let it cool before moving it. Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat. The material could be damaged. 1SFMPI TLSRIW Use of mobile phones can interfere with the PC sound system. The PC operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30 cm is maintained between the PC & the mobile phone. User's Manual xiii Portégé 3500 4VIWWYVI SV MQTEGX HEQEKI Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact. Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer components or otherwise cause malfunctions. 4' GEVH SZIVLIEXMRK Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC card can result in errors or instability in the PC card operation. Also, be careful when you remove a PC card that has been used for a long time. ') GSQTPMERGI This product and the original options are designed to observe the related EMC (Electromagnetic compatibility) and safety standards. However, TOSHIBA should not guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if options or cables not produced by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented. In this case the persons who have connected/ implemented those options / cables have to assure that the system (PC plus options / cables) still fulfils the required standards. To avoid in general EMC problems following advice should be observed: Only CE marked options should be connected / implemented Only best shielded cables should be connected ;SVOMRK IRZMVSRQIRX This product was designed to fulfil the EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) requirements to be observed for so-called "Residential, commercial and light industry environments". TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this product in working environments other than the above mentioned "Residential, commercial and light industry environments". For example, the following environments are not approved: Industrial Environments (environments with a mains voltage >230V~) Medical Environments Automotive Environments Aircraft Environments If this product is supplied with a network port, please refer to the paragraph "Network connection". Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working environments that are not approved are not the responsibility of TOSHIBA Europe GmbH. The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working environments may be: Interference with other devices or machines in the near surrounding area xiv Portégé 3500 Portégé 3500 Malfunction of, or data loss from, this product caused by disturbances generated by other devices or machines in the near surrounding area Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product should be suitably tested in all non-approved working environments before use. In the case of automobiles or aircraft, the manufacturer or airline respectively should be asked for permission before use of this product. Furthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted. 2IX[SVO GSRRIGXMSR GPEWW % [EVRMRK If this product has networking capabilities and will be connected to a network, Class A radiation limits will be observed (in accordance with technical conventions). This means that if the product will be used in a domestic environment, other devices in the near surrounding may suffer interference. Consequently, please do not use this product in such environments (for example a living room), otherwise you could be held responsible for any ensuing interference. User's Manual xv Portégé 3500 %FSYX 837,-&% ;MVIPIWW 7SPYXMSR ;MVIPIWW 0%2 'EVH 8]TIW The Wireless LAN Card is a wireless network card that complies with the IEEE 802.11 standard on wireless LANs (Revision B). The Wireless LAN Card supports data rates up to 11 Mbit/s. Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (WECA). This means that your Wireless hardware will communicate with other vendors' IEEE 802.11 compliant wireless LAN product. Fully compatible with any other wireless LAN system based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology that complies with the "IEEE 802.11 standard on wireless LANs" (Revision B). ;MVIPIWW 0%2 GEVHW The Wireless LAN Card supports the following wireless LAN features: Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 11, 5.5, 2 and 1 Mbit/s. Frequent Channel Selection (2.4 GHz). Roaming over multiple channels. Card Power Management. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption, based on the 128 bit RC4 encryption algorithm as defined in the IEEE 802.11 standard on wireless LANs. ;MVIPIWW -RXIVSTIVEFMPMX] The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any Wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision B), as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. The Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) certification as defined by the WECA Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance. xvi Portégé 3500 Portégé 3500 ;MVIPIWW 0%2 ERH ]SYV ,IEPXL Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organisation. These situations may for example include: Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of aeroplanes, or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organisation or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorisation to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment. 7EJIX] -RWXVYGXMSR JSV ;MVIPIWW 4VSHYGXW If your computer has wireless function, all safety instructions must be read carefully and must be fully understood, before attempting to use our Wireless Products. This manual contains the safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries or could damage your Wireless Products. 0MQMXEXMSR SJ 0MEFMPMX] For damage occurring due to an earthquake or thunder, fire beyond our responsibility, action by third party, other accident, intentional or accidental mistakes by a user, misuse, use under abnormal conditions, we do not take any responsibility. For incidental damage (loss of business profit, business interruption, etc.) occurring due to use or disability of the product, we do not take any responsibility. For damage occurring due to non observance of the contents described in the instruction manual, we do not take any responsibility. For damage occurring due to erroneous operation or hang up caused by use in combination with products not related to our company, we do not take any responsibility. User's Manual xvii Portégé 3500 9WEKI 6IWXVMGXMSRW Do not use the Wireless Products for controlling equipment: Equipment directly linked with human life corresponds to the following. Medical equipment such as life support systems, equipment used in operations, etc. Exhaust systems for gases such as poisonous gas etc. and exhaust systems for smoke. Equipment that must be set up in compliance with various laws such as the Fire Services Act, the Construction Standard Act, etc. Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above. Equipment linked with human safety or having a serious influence on the safe maintenance of public function, etc., because it is not designed or manufactured for this type of use. Traffic control equipment for air, railroad, road, marine transport, etc. Equipment used in atomic power plants etc. Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above. ;%62-2+ Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch of Wireless Products in a congested place, such as a crowded commuter train. Keep this product away from a cardiac pacemaker at least 22cm. Radio waves can potentially affect cardiac pacemaker operation, thereby causing respiratory troubles. Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch inside a medical facility or near medical electric equipment. Do not bring medical electric equipment close to the product. Radio waves can potentially affect medical electric equipment, thereby causing an accident due to malfunction. Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch near an automatic door, fire alarm or other automatic control equipment. Radio waves can potentially affect automatic control equipment, thereby causing an accident due to malfunction. Do not turn ON the Wireless Communication switch in aircraft or in places that generate or can generate radio interference. Radio waves can potentially affect them, causing an accident due to malfunction. Monitor possible radio interference or other troubles to other equipment while the product is used. If any effect is caused, turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch. Otherwise, radio waves can potentially affect other equipment, thereby causing an accident due to malfunction. xviii Portégé 3500 Portégé 3500 When using the product in a car, check with the automobile dealer if the car has an adequate electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Radio waves of the product can potentially hamper safe driving. Depending on car model, the product can rarely affect car electronic equipment if it is used in a car. 238) Do not use the product in the following places: Places near a microwave oven where a magnetic field generates and places where static electricity or radio interference generates. Depending on environment, radio waves can not reach to the product. 6IKYPEXSV] -RJSVQEXMSR The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards. 'EREHE r -RHYWXV] 'EREHE -' This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference , and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device." L`utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes : (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l' utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif. The term "IC" before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. Approval Number: 248H-DPA3171U User's Manual xix Portégé 3500 )YVSTI r )9 (IGPEVEXMSR SJ 'SRJSVQMX] This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC with essential test suites as per standards: EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment. België/Belgique: For outdoor usage only channel 10 (2,457 MHz) and 11 (2,462 MHz) is allowed. For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m. An IBPT/BIPT license is required for public usage outside building. For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT. Gebruik buiten gebouw alleen op kanalen 10 (2457 MHz) en 11 (2462 MHz). Voor privégebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig; voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig. Voor publiek gebruik buiten gebouwen is licentie van BIPT/IBPT verplicht. Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT. L'utilisation en extérieur est autorisé sur le canal 10 (2457 MHz) et 11 (2462 Mhz). Dans le cas d'une utilisation privée, à l'extérieur d'un bâtiment, au-dessus d'un espace public, aucun enregistrement n'est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300 m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de I'IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique à I'extérieur de bâtiments, une licence de I'IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter I'IBPT. Deutschland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen. xx Portégé 3500 Portégé 3500 France: Restricted frequency band: only channels 10 and 11 (2,457 MHz and 2,462 MHz respectively) may be used in France. License required for every installation, indoor and outdoor installations. Please contact ART for procedure to follow. Bande de fréquence restreinte : seuls les canaux 10 à 11 (2457 et 2462 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés en France. Toute utilisation, qu'elle soit intérieure ou extérieure, est soumise à autorisation. Vous pouvez contacter I'Autorité de Régulation des Télécommuniations (http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre. Italia: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not allowed E'necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l'uso interno. Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire. L'uso per installazione in esterni non e' permessa. Nederland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure 97%*IHIVEP 'SQQYRMGEXMSRW 'SQQMWWMSR*'' This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation. 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. User's Manual xxi Portégé 3500 'EYXMSR )\TSWYVI XS 6EHMS *VIUYIRG] 6EHMEXMSR The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card will be installed with one of three types of antennas. One of these antennas, when installed will be located under the keyboard. The other two antenna types, when installed are located at the upper edge of the LCD screen. For both antennas located above the LCD, the radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. In normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright position, the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20cm. The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card with the antenna located underneath the keyboard has been tested to the FCC exposure requirements (Spacific Absorbtion Rate). Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information. 8EM[ER 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. 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. 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 17 xxii Portégé 3500 Portégé 3500 9WMRK XLMW IUYMTQIRX MR .ETER In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400·2,483.5 MHz 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 2.4 GHz. (2) DS : This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. (3) 4 : The interference range of this equipment is less than 40 m. (4) : This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. User's Manual xxiii Portégé 3500 (IZMGI %YXLSVM^EXMSR 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: MPCI3A-20/R JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE Approval Number: D01-1128JP FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 01NY A1088 The following restrictions apply: Do not disassemble or modify the device. Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. xxiv Portégé 3500 Table of Contents 4SVXÃKà 8EFPI SJ 'SRXIRXW General Precautions ...................................................................xiii Preface .........................................................................................xxi Manual contents ..........................................................................xxii Conventions................................................................................ xxiii Chapter 1 Introduction............................................................... 1-1 Equipment checklist ....................................................................1-1 Features .......................................................................................1-3 Special features ...........................................................................1-8 Utilities .......................................................................................1-10 Options ......................................................................................1-12 Chapter 2 The Grand Tour ......................................................... 2-1 Front with the display closed .......................................................2-1 Left side .......................................................................................2-3 Right side.....................................................................................2-5 Back side .....................................................................................2-5 Underside ....................................................................................2-7 Front with the display open .........................................................2-8 Indicators ...................................................................................2-11 AC adaptor.................................................................................2-13 Chapter 3 Getting Started ......................................................... 3-1 Setting up your work space .........................................................3-2 Opening the display .....................................................................3-6 Connecting the AC adaptor .........................................................3-7 Opening the display .....................................................................3-8 Turning on the power ...................................................................3-9 Starting up for the first time .......................................................3-10 Turning off the power .................................................................3-10 Restarting the computer ............................................................3-16 Restoring the preinstalled software ...........................................3-16 WskÂIii User's Manual  xv Table of Contents Chapter 4 Operating Basics ......................................................4-1 Using the Touch pad ................................................................... 4-1 Using the TOSHIBA tablet pen.................................................... 4-3 Changing to the Tablet mode ...................................................... 4-9 Changing to the laptop mode.................................................... 4-12 Using the optional USB FDD Kit................................................ 4-12 Wireless communications.......................................................... 4-15 LAN............................................................................................ 4-18 Using the microphon ................................................................. 4-20 Modem ...................................................................................... 4-21 Cleaning the computer .............................................................. 4-25 Moving the computer ................................................................ 4-25 Heat dispersal............................................................................ 4-26 Chapter 5 The Keyboard............................................................5-1 Typewriter keys............................................................................ 5-1 F1 ... F12 function keys............................................................... 5-2 Soft keys: Fn key combinations .................................................. 5-2 Windows special keys ................................................................. 5-6 Keypad overlay............................................................................ 5-6 Generating ASCII characters ....................................................... 5-8 Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes ..................................6-1 Power conditions......................................................................... 6-1 Power indicators.......................................................................... 6-2 Battery types ............................................................................... 6-4 Care and use of the Battery Pack................................................ 6-6 Safety precautions....................................................................... 6-7 Replacing the Battery Pack ....................................................... 6-14 Starting the computer by password .......................................... 6-17 Tablet mode............................................................................... 6-17 Power-up modes ....................................................................... 6-18 Panel power off ......................................................................... 6-19 System Auto Off ........................................................................ 6-19 Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords .......................................7-1 HW Setup .................................................................................... 7-1 Supervisor password................................................................... 7-8 xvi Portégé 3500 Table of Contents Chapter 8 Optional Devices ...................................................... 8-1 PC cards ......................................................................................8-2 SD cards ......................................................................................8-3 Compact Flash.............................................................................8-6 Memory expansion ......................................................................8-8 Battery Pack ..............................................................................8-17 Universal AC Adaptor ................................................................8-17 Battery Charger..........................................................................8-17 USB FDD Kit ..............................................................................8-17 External monitor ........................................................................8-17 Security lock ..............................................................................8-18 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting........................................................ 9-1 Problem solving process..............................................................9-1 Hardware and system checklist ...................................................9-3 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B AC Power Cord and Connectors Appendix C The TOSHIBA International Warranty Appendix D Keyboard Layouts Appendix E Display Controller and Modes Appendix F If your computer is stolen Appendix G ASCII Character Codes Appendix H AT Commands Appendix I S-registers Appendix J Wireless LAN Glossary Index User's Manual xvii Preface 4SVXÃKà 4VIJEGI Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Portégé 3500 computer. This powerful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing. This manual tells how to set up and begin using your Portégé 3500 computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting. If you are a new user of computers or if you're new to portable computing, first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer's features, components and accessory devices. Then read Getting Started for step-by-step instructions on setting up your computer. If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organized, then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to look over the Special features section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are uncommon or unique to the computers and carefully read HW Setup and Passwords. If you are going to install PC cards or connect external devices such as a monitor, be sure to read Chapter 8, Optional Devices. WskÂIii User's Manual w xxi Preface 1ERYEP GSRXIRXW This manual is composed of nine chapters, ten appendices, a glossary, and an index. Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer's features, capabilities, and options. Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer and briefly explains how they function. Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer in laptop mode and tablet mode and gives tips on safety and designing your work area. Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes instructions on using the following devices: Touch Pad (TOSHIBA tablet pen), optional external diskette drive, wireless communication features, LAN and internal modem. Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hotkeys. Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer's power resources and battery save modes. Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords, explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program. It also tells how to set a password. Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available. Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to perform some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the computer doesn't seem to be working properly. The Appendices provide technical information about your computer. The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of acronyms used in the text. The Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual. xxii Portégé 3500