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NB 100 Series Creating a computer-friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using, such as a printer. Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat. To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area from: ■ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ■ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as ste
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NB 100 Series Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system. The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way, but it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use. Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. Be sure to re
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NB 100 Series xv User’s Manual
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Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the computer’s features, options and accessories. Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packaging materials for future use. Hardware Check to make sure you have all the following items: ■ NB 100 Series Portable Personal Compu
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NB 100 Series Documentation ■ TOSHIBA NB 100 Series User’s Manual ■ TOSHIBA NB 100 Series Quickstart ■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort ■ Warranty information If any of the items are missing or damaged contact your dealer immediately. Features This computer incorporates the following features and benefits: Processor Built-in Your computer is equipped with one processor and processor type varies depending on model. To check which type of processor is included in your model, clickin
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Introduction ® Mobile Intel 945GSE Express Chipset Video RAM capacity shares with main memory, and the proportion depends on Dynamic Video Memory Technology. Memory (main system)*2 For more information regarding Memory (Main System), please refer to the Disclaimer section in Chapter 10 or click the *2 above. Disks Hard disk drive (HDD) The computer has one or two integrated, 2 1/2" hard disk drive(s) for nonvolatile storage of data and software (depending on the model you purchased). It
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NB 100 Series RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock (RTC) and calendar. AC adaptor The universal AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low. It comes with a detachable power cord. Because it is universal, it can receive a range of AC voltage between 100 and 240 volts. Ports Headphone Enables connection of a stereo headphone. Microphone Enables connection of a microphone. External monitor 15-pin, analog VGA port. Universa
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NB 100 Series Copyright © 2008 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. TOSHIBA NB 100 Series Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual First edition August 2008 Copyright authority for music, movies, computer programs, data bases and other intellectual property covered by copyri
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NB 100 Series EU Declaration of Comformity This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too are marked with "CE" and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European standards listed under the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and/or R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. Responsible for CE marking:TOSHIBA EUROPE GMBH, Hamfeldamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. Manufacturer:Toshiba Corporation, 1-1 Shibaura 1-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-8001, Japan. The c
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NB 100 Series Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and/or accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste. If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury Pb, Hg,Cd (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out whee
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NB 100 Series ® ENERGY STAR Program ® Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR compliant. If the model you purchased is compliant, it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo on the computer and the following information applies. ® TOSHIBA is a partner in the ENERGY STAR Program and has designed ® this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating
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NB 100 Series Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 Options . . . .
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NB 100 Series Moving the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 Heat dispersal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 Chapter 5 The Keyboard Typewriter keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Function keys: F1 … F12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Soft keys: Fn key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . .
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NB 100 Series Copy protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 USB Sleep and Charge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Display Controller Appendix C Wireless LAN Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors Appendix E If your computer is stolen Glossary Index User’s Manual vii
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NB 100 Series Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA NB 100 Series computer. This powerful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to provide years of reliable, computing. This manual tells you how to set up and begin using your NB 100 Series 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 are new to portable computing, first
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NB 100 Series Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes, gives details on the computer’s power resources and battery save modes. Chapter 7, BIOS Setup and Passwords, explains how to configure the computer using the BIOS 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
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NB 100 Series Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign (+). For example, Ctrl + C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at the same time press the third. ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text, the icon’s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the
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NB 100 Series xi User’s Manual
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NB 100 Series General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors 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. Provide adequate ventilation ■ Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected f
