User manual TOSHIBA SATELLITE PRO 6100

Satellite Pro 6100 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ® InTouch® Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see Chapter 9 on page 195 of this guide. TOSHIBA C6639-1202M2 2 Models: Satellite Pro® 6100 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF. Protection of Stored Data For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY. Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is not designed for any "critical applications." "Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage. 3 ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE. FCC Notice "Declaration of Conformity Information" 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 and, 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 to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and 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. NOTE: Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's or expansion unit's serial port, parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port®, i.LINK® port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 4 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industry Canada requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FCC requirements The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems. Installation When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give them the following information: The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem. The FCC registration number of the modem. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the modem, which is 0.6B. The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C. 5 Type of service Your modem is designed to be used on standard-device telephone lines. Connection to telephone company-provided coin service (central office implemented systems) is prohibited. Connection to party lines service is subject to State tariffs. If you have any questions about your telephone line, such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it, the telephone company will provide this information upon request. Telephone company procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. If problems arise If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of this disconnection. If advance notice is not feasible, you will be notified as soon as possible. When you are notified, you will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by Toshiba Corporation or an authorized representative of Toshiba Corporation. Disconnection If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change. 6 Fax branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity or individual. In order to program this information into your fax modem, you should complete the setup for your fax software before sending a message. Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment 1 NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected 7 together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment's Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar to the following: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device can be found on the label affixed to your computer. NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5. 3 The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C. Wireless Interoperability 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 A/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. 8 Caution BluetoothTM and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use BluetoothTM and WirelessLAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your BluetoothTM or WirelessLAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information. Caution This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.85 GHz frequency range. Wireless LAN and your Health 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 organization. These situations may for example include: Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes, 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 organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment. 9 Regulatory Information 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. Canada ­ Industry Canada (IC) 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. IC: 248H-DPA3233W This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 4.8dBi. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful communication. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. Europe ­ EU Declaration of Conformity 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. 10 België/ Belgique: For outdoor usage only channel 10 (2457 MHz) and 11 (2462 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 privé-gebruik 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, a l'extérieur d'un bâtiment, audessus d'un espace public, aucun enregistrement n'est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprés 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. France: Restricted frequency band: only channels 10 and 11 (2457 MHz and 2462 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. 11 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. USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 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. Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card will be installed with one of two types of antennas. The both of antenna types, when installed are located at the upper edge of the LCD screen. For both antennas, 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 antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in 12 conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Antenna(s) used in 5.155.25GHz 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 cochannel 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. Taiwan 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. Article 17 The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations. 13 Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery. Using this equipment in Japan In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400.2,483.5MHz for second generation lowpower data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified lowpower 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 3 4 2.4 this equipment uses a frequency of 2.4GHz. DS.This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. 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. 14 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. 15 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. Australia Canada Germany Japan New Zealand Switzerland Greece Poland Austria Denmark Iceland Luxembourg Norway UK Italy Portugal Belgium Finland Ireland Netherlands Sweden USA France Spain Caution: Do not use this equipment except in the countries in Fig.1. CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Multifunction drive safety instructions The CD-ROM, 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. 16 Location of the required label (Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.) 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. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 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 American Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. 17 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. 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. 18 Trademarks Satellite, AccuPoint II, Fn-esse, Noteworthy, SelectBay, and InTouch are registered trademarks, SelectServ, and Ask IRIS Online are trademarks, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. IBM and Wake on LAN are registered trademarks and PS/2 is a trademark of IBM Corporation. MS-DOS, Microsoft, Windows, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Media Player, DirectX, and DirectShow are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation. LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software, Inc. WinDVDTM is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc. Sound Blaster Pro is a registered trademark of Creative Labs, Inc. Wi-FiTM is a trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance. Yamaha is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation. Dolby - Manufactured by Toshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories/Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. BluetoothTM is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Toshiba under license. 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. Contents Introduction............................................................................... 28 This guide............................................................................... 29 Safety icons............................................................................ 29 Other icons used............................................................... 30 Other documentation............................................................ 31 Service options...................................................................... 32 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around..................................... 33 Making sure you have everything........................................ 33 Front with the display panel closed................................. 34 Back with rear panel closed ............................................. 35 Back with rear panel open................................................ 36 Right side........................................................................... 37 Left side.............................................................................. 37 Underside........................................................................... 39 Keyboard and display features............................................. 40 Front with the display panel open.................................... 40 Indicator panel lights......................................................... 42 Keyboard indicator panel lights....................................... 43 19 20 Chapter 2: Getting Started........................................................ 45 Selecting a place to work...................................................... Creating a computer-friendly environment.................... Keeping yourself comfortable.......................................... Other precautions ................................................................. Setting up your computer.................................................... Connecting to a power source......................................... Adding memory.................................................................... Installing a memory module............................................ Removing a memory module......................................... Turning on the computer...................................................... Opening the display panel................................................ Turning on the power ...................................................... Using the AccuPoint II® pointing device............................. Setting up your software...................................................... Registering your computer with Toshiba............................ Setting up other devices................................................... Turning off the computer...................................................... Closing the display panel................................................. Using external display devices............................................. Connecting the display device......................................... Directing the display output when you turn on the computer........................................................................... Adjusting the quality of the external display................... Video limitations............................................................... Using an external keyboard.................................................. Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key...... Using a mouse...................................................................... Setting up a PS/2 mouse with the AccuPoint II............. Connecting a local printer .................................................... Connecting an external diskette drive.................................. Connecting external speakers or headphones................... Connecting a microphone.................................................... Using an optional expansion device.................................... 45 45 46 50 50 51 54 55 58 60 60 60 61 62 63 63 64 64 65 65 67 68 68 69 70 70 70 71 72 73 74 74 21 Chapter 3: Learning the Basics................................................ 75 Computing tips...................................................................... 75 Using the keyboard............................................................... 77 Character keys .................................................................. 77 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard..... 77 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys......................................................... 78 Function keys .................................................................... 78 Windows special keys...................................................... 79 Overlay keys ..................................................................... 79 Starting a program................................................................ 81 Starting a program from the Start menu........................ 81 Starting a program from Windows ® Explorer............... 82 Starting a program from the Run dialog box................. 83 Saving your work.................................................................. 84 Printing your work................................................................. 86 Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive....................... 87 Inserting compact discs .................................................. 89 Removing compact discs ............................................... 91 Caring for CDs, DVDs, or Multifunction Discs .............. 91 Using PC Cards ..................................................................... 92 Hot swapping.................................................................... 92 Using SD® (Secure Digital) cards........................................ 93 Using your computer at the office....................................... 94 Using a computer lock.......................................................... 94 Caring for your computer..................................................... 95 Cleaning the computer..................................................... 95 Moving the computer....................................................... 96 Backing up your work........................................................... 96 Restoring your work......................................................... 97 Preparing for communications............................................ 97 Different ways to turn the computer on and off................. 98 Powering down the computer............................................. 98 Using Turn Off Computer................................................. 99 Using Hibernation........................................................... 101 22 Using Standby................................................................. 103 Toshiba's online resources................................................. 106 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing................................................ 107 Toshiba's energy-saver design........................................... 107 Running the computer on battery power......................... 108 Battery Notice.................................................................. 108 Safety Precautions.......................................................... 109 Maximizing battery life................................................... 110 Charging the batteries.................................................... 111 Monitoring battery power.............................................. 111 What to do when the battery alarm sounds..................... 114 Changing batteries.............................................................. 115 Disposing of used batteries........................................... 117 Conserving power............................................................... 117 Power usage modes in Windows XP Professional..... 118 Using a hot key to set the power usage mode............. 119 Additional options for power.............................................. 120 Chapter 5: Expansion Options............................................... 121 Devices for office computing............................................. 121 Connecting external (optional) devices......................... 122 Using an external keyboard................................................ 122 Using a mouse ................................................................... 123 Connecting a serial mouse............................................ 123 Connecting a USB mouse.............................................. 123 Connecting a PS/2 mouse............................................. 124 Using a printer .................................................................... 126 Connecting a parallel printer.......................................... 126 Setting up your printer................................................... 127 Using the Wi-FiTM Wireless LAN Mini PCI module.......... 131 Accessing the Wi-FiTM Mini PCI module ...................... 131 Using an optional expansion device.................................. 132 23 Chapter 6: Enhancing Productivity........................................ 133 Exploring the desktop......................................................... 133 Finding your way around the desktop........................... 134 Exchanging data with another computer.......................... 137 Transferring files.............................................................. 137 Getting help transferring files......................................... 137 Setting up for communications..................................... 138 Connecting the modem to a telephone line.................. 139 Connecting your computer to a network ..................... 140 An overview of using the Internet...................................... 143 The Internet...................................................................... 143 The World Wide Web .................................................... 143 Internet Service Providers.............................................. 144 Connecting to the Internet ............................................. 144 Surfing the Internet......................................................... 145 Internet features.............................................................. 145 Uploading and downloading files from the Internet ... 146 Exploring audio features..................................................... 146 Playing an audio CD........................................................ 146 Playing CDs using Auto-Run......................................... 148 Creating a CD................................................................... 148 Recording sounds .......................................................... 148 Using external speakers or headphones....................... 150 Using Slim SelectBay® modules ....................................... 151 Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay®........... 152 Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay® ............... 153 Inserting and removing hard drives .................................. 153 Inserting and removing PC Cards...................................... 155 Inserting a PC Card......................................................... 155 Removing a PC Card...................................................... 157 Inserting and removing BluetoothTM or Wi-FiTM modules.............................................................. 158 Setting up a PC Card for your computer...................... 158 Using SD® cards................................................................. 159 24 Inserting an SD® card.................................................... 159 Removing an SD® card.................................................. 160 Connecting your modem to a telephone line................... 160 Connecting to a phone line............................................ 161 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities..................................................... 163 Fn-esse® .............................................................................. 164 Starting Fn-esse® ........................................................... 164 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 166 Viewing existing key assignments................................ 167 Changing or removing existing key assignments ...... 168 Toshiba Console.................................................................. 168 Customizing Your Computer......................................... 169 Network........................................................................... 170 Security............................................................................ 170 Power Management....................................................... 170 Mouse utility ................................................................. 173 Hotkey utility ................................................................. 173 Mobile Extension Service............................................... 174 Slim SelectBay® Service................................................ 174 Toshiba Hardware Settings............................................ 174 Toshiba Power Saver utility................................................ 176 Enabling Hibernation........................................................... 177 Setting user passwords...................................................... 178 Using an instant password............................................ 178 Setting a user password................................................ 179 Disabling a user password ............................................ 179 Using a supervisor password............................................ 180 Setting a supervisor password...................................... 180 Deleting a supervisor password.................................... 181 25 Chapter 8: WinDVDTM............................................................. 183 Playing DVDs....................................................................... 183 Using the WinDVD slider bar (location)........................ 185 Using the WinDVD control panel....................................... 186 Using the control panel playback buttons.................... 187 Maximizing the video window....................................... 190 Using WinDVD Advanced Features................................... 191 Using playlists...................................................................... 191 Creating a Playlist............................................................ 192 Playing a Playlist ............................................................. 193 Getting Help......................................................................... 194 Exiting WinDVD................................................................... 194 Chapter 9: If Something Goes Wrong .................................. 195 Problems that are easy to fix.............................................. 195 Problems when you turn on the computer....................... 197 The Windows ® operating system is not working............ 198 Using Startup options to fix problems.......................... 199 Internet problems............................................................ 200 The Windows® XP operating system can help you .... 200 Resolving a hardware conflict............................................ 201 A plan of action................................................................ 201 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own.................. 202 Fixing a problem with Device Manager......................... 203 Memory problems.......................................................... 205 Power and the batteries.................................................. 205 Keyboard problems........................................................ 207 Display problems............................................................ 207 Disk drive problems........................................................ 209 DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive problems................. 212 Sound system problems................................................ 219 PC Card problems........................................................... 220 Printer problems............................................................. 223 Modem problems........................................................... 224 Develop good computing habits........................................ 225 26 If you need further assistance............................................ 226 Before you call................................................................. 226 Contacting Toshiba......................................................... 226 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ..................................... 227 Toshiba's worldwide offices............................................... 228 Appendix A: Windows 2000 Supplemental Information..... 231 Using your computer for the first time.............................. 231 Setting up your software................................................ 231 Completing the initial startup procedure...................... 232 Connecting to the Internet.................................................. 233 Setting up a printer.............................................................. 234 Exploring the desktop......................................................... 235 Using the Start menu..................................................... 235 Using Windows® 2000 Professional online Help........ 236 Viewing your computer's contents.................................... 238 Using Windows® Explorer ............................................ 238 Naming your files............................................................ 238 Backing up your work......................................................... 238 Restoring your work........................................................... 239 Running the computer on battery power......................... 240 Powering down the computer........................................... 240 Shut down command.................................................... 241 Hibernation command................................................... 241 Standby command......................................................... 242 Using Shut down................................................................ 243 Shutting down more quickly......................................... 243 Starting again after Shut down...................................... 245 Using Hibernation............................................................... 246 Enabling the Hibernation Command............................. 246 Going into Hibernation mode more quickly................. 247 Starting again from Hibernation.................................... 248 Using Standby..................................................................... 249 Going into Standby mode more quickly....................... 249 Starting again from Standby.......................................... 251 27 Quickly changing your Shut down mode..................... 251 Toshiba Utilities.................................................................... 252 Toshiba Hardware Setup................................................ 252 Appendix B: Hot Keys............................................................. Appendix C: Power Cable Connectors.................................. Appendix D: Video Modes ..................................................... Glossary................................................................................... Index......................................................................................... 255 263 264 268 283 Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work can accompany you wherever you go. Satellite Pro® 6100 Series computers provide considerable computing power, enabling you to perform the most demanding computing tasks from any location. You will find your operating system, Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional or Windows® 2000 (see Appendix A), already installed on your computer. Your operating system offers exciting features and easy Internet access. 28 This guide 29 This guide This guide introduces the computer's features. You can: Read the entire guide from beginning to end Skim through and stop when a topic interests you Use the table of contents and the index to find specific information If you are new to computers or have not used a notebook computer before, read through this chapter to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer. After that, seek out whatever interests you most. Safety icons This guide contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. The safety instructions have been classified according to the seriousness of risk; the following icons highlight these instructions: DANGER: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in death or serious bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed. WARNING: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed. 30 Safety icons CAUTION: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in damage to equipment or property if the safety instruction is not observed. NOTE: This icon indicates information that relates to the safe operation of the equipment or related items. Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon indicates technical information about the computer. HINT: This icon indicates helpful hints and tips. DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text. Other documentation 31 Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation, in addition to this user's guide. An electronic version of the user's guide. Look for the user's guide icon on your desktop or in the DOCS folder on the C: drive. Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer or that are available for installation on your Recovery CDs. For accessory information, visit Toshiba's web site at toshiba.com. The Microsoft® Windows® operating system documentation which explains the features of the operating system. 32 Service options Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its TM SelectServ warranty programs. For more information, visit Toshiba's Web site at Toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 195. Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a grand tour of your Satellite Pro® 6100 Series computer. It serves as a reference to locate specific parts of the computer. Making sure you have everything Before you do anything else, consult the Quick Start card shipped with your computer to make sure you received everything. If any items are missing or damaged, notify your authorized Toshiba representative or your network administrator immediately. For additional help, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 195. 33 34 Finding Your Way Around Making sure you have everything Front with the display panel closed Infrared port Display Latch Headphone jack Microphone jack System indicator panel Sliding the display latch opens the computer's display panel. For more information, see "Keyboard and display features" on page 40. The system indicator panel consists of several lights that provide information about various system functions. For more information, see "Indicator panel lights" on page 42. The infrared port provides a cable-free connection for transferring data between your computer and another device, such as a printer or another computer that has a compatible infrared port. The headphone jack allows you to connect stereo headphones or other audio-output devices, such as external speakers, to the computer. Connecting headphones or other devices to this jack automatically disables the internal speakers. The microphone jack allows you to connect an external microphone or other audio input device to the computer. Finding Your Way Around Making sure you have everything 35 Back with rear panel closed Cooling vent DC IN _ + USB ports PS/2 port DC IN --Lets you plug in the AC adapter. Cooling vent--Provides ventilation to keep the computer's processor from overheating. The vent lets the processor continue performing at its maximum speed. CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the computer's processor, make sure you don't block the cooling vent. USB ports--The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports provide a connection for USB peripherals. USB is a single-cabling and connection standard that supports a data transfer rate of up to 12 million bits per second (Mbps) for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, a diskette drive and a video camera. USB allows "hot swapping" of peripherals, which means that components may be plugged and unplugged while the computer is on. DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. USB peripherals have a single standard for cabling and connectors. 36 Finding Your Way Around Making sure you have everything PS/2 port--Lets you connect an optional PS/2-compatible mouse or keyboard. You can use an optional Y-cable to connect both a mouse and a keyboard to the port. TM Back with rear panel open Serial port RGB (monitor) port Parallel port Network port Modem port RGB (monitor) port--Lets you connect an external monitor or projector. Parallel port--Lets you connect a parallel printer or other parallel device. Ether The Network port (RJ45 jack) provides access to a LAN via standard Ethernet® network cable. Modem port--Lets you connect the computer's internal modem directly to a conventional telephone line. For more detailed information regarding your system's modem, visit the Toshiba web site at toshiba.com. Serial port--Lets you connect a serial mouse, serial printer, or other serial device. Finding Your Way Around Making sure you have everything 37 Right side Speaker HDD cover Speaker--Lets you hear stereo sound from a CD or DVD in addition to system alarms and audible warnings associated with your software. Left side Speaker Video-out port SD® card slot Wireless antenna on/off switch* PC Card ejection buttons PC Card slots PC Card lock Security lock slot Slim SelectBay module (DVD-ROM drive shown) * functional only on systems with a wireless module installed Speaker--Lets you hear stereo sound from a CD or DVD in addition to system alarms and audible warnings associated with your software. Video-out port--Lets you connect your computer to an external video device such as a standard television set. 38 Finding Your Way Around Making sure you have everything The security lock slot allows you to attach the optional PORT-Noteworthy® Computer Lock cable to the computer to secure it to a large, heavy object such as your desk. The PC Card lock allows you to secure your PC Cards in the slots. Slide the button to the right to lock the PC Cards. This lock mechanism can be secured in place using a computer lock. See "Using a computer lock" on page 94. The PC Card slots allow you to connect PCMCIA-compatible devices to the computer. These slots can accommodate two Type I or Type II PC Cards, or one Type III PC Card. For more information, see "Inserting and removing PC Cards" on page 155. CAUTION: Keep foreign objects out of the PC Card slots. A pin or similar object that accidentally gets into a slot can damage the computer's circuitry. The PC Card eject buttons allow easy removal of PC Cards. Slim SelectBay®-- Lets you use one of several possible Slim SelectBay modules. The DVD-ROM drive is shown in place. For more information, see "Using Slim SelectBay® modules" on page 151. SD® card slot--Lets you insert SD® cards for additional data storage. Wireless antenna on/off switch (functional only on systems with a wireless module installed)-- Lets you turn on a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth module on your system. Finding Your Way Around Making sure you have everything 39 Underside Slim SelectBay release Slim SelectBay slot Battery pack Battery release Battery lock Memory module cover HDD cover Expansion port PC card lock Battery pack--Lets you to use your computer when a standard electrical outlet is not available. For further information about using the battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 108. Battery lock--Locks the battery in place to prevent accidental removal. Slim SelectBay® release--Keeps the Slim SelectBay® module secure in its compartment. Memory module--Lets you add more memory to your computer. For more information, see "Adding memory" on page 54. Slim SelectBay® slot--One of several interchangeable devices which offer exceptional system flexibility. For more information, see "Using Slim SelectBay® modules" on page 151. PC Card lock--Keeps the PC Cards secure in their slots. 40 Finding Your Way Around Keyboard and display features The expansion memory cover protects the slot in which you can install up to two memory modules. For more information on expanding your computer's memory, see "Adding memory" on page 54. Keyboard and display features Front with the display panel open To view the front of the computer with the display panel open: 1 Locate the display latch on the front of the computer. Releasing the display latch 2 Slide the display latch to the right and lift the display panel. Opening the display panel Finding Your Way Around Keyboard and display features 3 41 Adjust the display panel to a comfortable viewing angle. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel, be careful when opening and closing it. Never force the panel beyond the point where it moves easily, and never use it to lift the computer. Screen Keyboard Speaker Power button Speaker Caps Lock indicator AccuPoint II pointing device Keyboard indicator panel Programmable buttons Primary button Secondary button AccuPoint II buttons System indicator panel Power button --The power button is used to turn on power to the computer. For more information, see "Different ways to turn the computer on and off" on page 98. Screen--The computer's screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear, sharp images. Keyboard--The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. It has several built-in hot-key functions that 42 Finding Your Way Around Keyboard and display features turn system functions on and off. For more information on how to use the internal keyboard, see "Using the keyboard" on page 77. For information on using an external keyboard, see "Connecting external (optional) devices" on page 122. Keyboard indicator panel--These lights provide information about various keyboard functions. See "Keyboard indicator panel lights" on page 43 for a description of the panel lights. AccuPoint® II pointing device--This device combines the function of a mouse with the convenience of never having to remove your hands from the keyboard. The AccuPoint II buttons (Primary and Secondary) work with the AccuPoint II pointing device. For further information, see "Using the AccuPoint II® pointing device" on page 61. System indicator panel--These lights provide status information about various system functions. See the following section for a description of each panel light. Indicator panel lights This panel is located on the front of the computer. AC power light--Glows green when the computer is connected to an AC power source. On/off light--Indicates whether the computer is on, off, or in a Standby power down mode. Glows green when the computer is on. Flashes amber when you power down the computer using the Standby command. May flash amber if the computer is overheating. Finding Your Way Around Keyboard and display features 43 Main battery light--Indicates the status of the main battery. Flashes amber when you are running on battery power and the battery charge is running low. Does not glow when you are running on battery power and the battery charge is not running low. Glows amber when you are connected to AC power and the battery is charging. Glows green when you are connected to AC power and the battery is fully charged. For more information, see "Safety Precautions" on page 109. Hard disk drive light--Flashes to indicate that the hard disk is currently in use. Slim SelectBay indicator light--Indicates the status of a secondary battery in the Slim SelectBay, if installed. Glows amber when the battery is charging. Glows green when the battery is fully charged. Does not glow if there is no battery in the Slim SelectBay. Wireless indicator light--Glows amber when the wireless antenna on/off switch is in the on position. Keyboard indicator panel lights The keyboard indicator lights provide information about keyboard functions. Cursor control light--Glows when the cursor control overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key moves the cursor as shown by the white arrow or command printed on the left front of the key instead of the letter printed on the top of the key. For more information, see "Using the overlay for cursor control" on page 80. 44 Finding Your Way Around Keyboard and display features Numlock light--Glows when the numeric overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key produces the white number printed on the right front of the key instead of the letter printed on the top of the key. For more information, see "Using the overlay to type numeric data" on page 80. Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is designed to be used in a variety of locations and situations. This section provides guidelines for setting up your computing environment. Creating a computer-friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you need to use, such as a printer. Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to give adequate ventilation, otherwise, they may overheat. To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area from: Dust, moisture and direct sunlight 45 46 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Liquids and corrosive chemicals CAUTION: If you spill liquid into the computer, turn it off, unplug it from the AC power source and let it dry out completely before turning it on again. If the computer does not operate properly after you turn it back on, contact a Toshiba service representative or your network administrator. Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as large stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. Operate the computer within a temperature range of 41 degrees to 95 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees to 35 degrees Celsius) and 20 percent to 80 percent non-condensing humidity. Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers. However, with a little care and proper use of the equipment, you can work comfortably throughout the day. WARNING: Using the computer keyboard incorrectly can result in discomfort and possible injury. If your hands, wrists, and/or arms hurt while typing, stop using the computer and rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a physician. Getting Started Selecting a place to work 47 This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries. For more information, consult books on ergonomics, repetitivestrain injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome. Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress-related injuries. Consider the following when placing your computer. Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance. You should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck and look at the screen without slouching. If you use an external monitor, the top of the screen should be no higher than eye level. If you use a paper holder, set it at the same height and distance as the screen. Seating and posture When using your computer, maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly. Proper seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain. Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair. Whichever type you choose, use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort. 48 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Below eye level Approximately 90° angles Footrest Correct posture and positioning of the computer Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly lower than the level of your elbow. You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor. If you are using a conventional chair: Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If necessary, use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs. Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are available at many office supply stores. Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips, and elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you work. Do not slump forward or lean back too far. Getting Started Selecting a place to work 49 Lighting Proper lighting can improve the readability of the display and reduce eyestrain. Position the display panel or external monitor so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare. Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that shines directly into your eyes. If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer work area. Arms and wrists Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your wrists. Keep them in a relaxed, neutral position while typing. Exercise your hands, wrists and arms to improve circulation. Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency. Take frequent, short breaks to change position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your eyes. A break of two or three minutes every half hour is more effective than a long break after several hours. Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods. Intersperse such activities with other tasks. Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods can cause eyestrain. Look away from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least 30 seconds. 50 Getting Started Other precautions Other precautions Your computer is designed to optimize safety, minimize strain, and withstand the rigors of portability. However, you should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. CAUTION: Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts. Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or cause your computer to malfunction. CAUTION: Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is used extensively. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in the PC Card operation. Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for lengthy periods of time. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all set up steps up to "Setting up your software" on page 62 before adding external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be charged before you can use it. To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter. See "Connecting to a power source" on page 51.