Toshiba Portégé 3500 Series Firmware update

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Portégé®3500/3505 Series
Resource Guide
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Contents
Setting up your computer and getting started..................................... 5
Inserting PC Cards............................................................................ 11
Removing PC Cards.......................................................................... 11
Learning the basics........................................................................... 12
Moving the computer........................................................................ 14
Mobile computing............................................................................. 14
If something goes wrong.................................................................. 19
If you need further assistance........................................................... 23
Power cable connectors.................................................................... 24
Features and specifications............................................................... 25
Regulatory information ..................................................................... 30
Index ................................................................................................ 40

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Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia
computers! With your new computer, your access to
information can accompany you wherever you go.
You will find that the Microsoft®Windows®XP Professional
operating system is already installed on your computer. It
offers exciting features and easy Internet access.
This guide
This guide offers important information about your computer,
including solutions to the most common problems, and
features and specifications.
For more detailed information, descriptions of other features
and more extensive troubleshooting guidelines, see the
electronic user’s guide preinstalled on your system. It is also
available on the Web at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
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.
These safety cautions have been classified according to the
seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these
instructions as follows:
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.
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.

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Other icons used
Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational
information:
TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical information about the
computer.
HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.
DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text.
Other documentation
Your computer comes with all or some of the following
documentation in addition to this resource 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.
❖Toshiba accessories information, which lists accessories
available from Toshiba and explains how to order them.
❖The Microsoft®Windows®operating system
documentation which explains the features of the
operating system.

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Setting up your computer and getting started
Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as
people spend more time using their computers. 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 bother you while
typing, stop using the computer and rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a
physician.
For more information, consult books on ergonomics,
repetitive-strain 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 are using an external monitor, the top of the
display should be no higher than eye level.
❖If you use a paper holder, set it at about 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.
Precautions
Your notebook computer is designed to provide optimum
safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of travel.
You should observe certain precautions to further reduce the
risk of personal injury or damage to the computer.

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CAUTION: Never apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp
impacts. Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or
otherwise cause your computer to malfunction.
CAUTION: Some PC Cards become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a
PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation.
Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for lengthy periods
of time.
Connecting the AC adapter
The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an
AC outlet and to charge the computer’s batteries. The AC
power light on the computer glows when the device is
plugged in.
CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba
assumes no liability for any damage in such cases.
Never pull directly on the power cable to unplug it. Hold the power plug when
removing the cable from the outlet.
Power Cable and AC Adapter
DANGER: Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never
modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power
cable.
If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use.
There is a risk of electric shock.
Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Doing so may
cause an electric shock.

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Connecting a printer
You can connect a printer to your computer either directly or
through a port replicator. If your printer is USB-compatible,
you can connect it directly to the computer through a USB
port. If, however, the printer has a parallel or serial interface,
it must be attached to a parallel or serial port on the optional
Advanced Port Replicator.
To confirm the printer’s compatibility, check its
documentation.
For information on connecting the printer to the optional port
replicator, see “Using a printer with the Advanced Port
Replicator” in the Expansion Options chapter of your user’s
guide.
To connect the printer directly to your computer, you need a
suitable USB cable, which may come with your printer.
Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or
electronics store.
To connect a printer to your computer:
1Connect the flat end of the USB cable to the USB port.
2Connect the other end of the USB cable to the printer.
3Connect the printer’s power cable to a power outlet and
turn on the printer.
See your printer documentation for additional configuration
steps, or see “Setting up a printer” in the Getting Started
chapter of your electronic user’s guide.
Installing additional memory (optional)
Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of
today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the
computer’s memory if you use complex software or process
large amounts of data.
Depending on your system’s configuration, the memory slot
may be occupied.
You need a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver to install a
memory module.

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CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a standard Phillips
no. 1 screwdriver that is in good condition.
CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM
drive power is on.
CAUTION: Installing a memory module with the computer’s power on may
damage the computer, the module, or both.
If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step
4.
1If the computer is on, click Start, Turn Off Computer.
The Turn off computer window appears.
2Click Turn Off.
3The operating system turns off the computer.
4Unplug and remove any cables connected to the
computer.
5Remove the battery.
6Close the display panel and turn the computer upside
down to locate the expansion memory cover to the
memory slot.
Base of the computer
Expansion memory cover

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7Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the
screw that secures the memory slot cover, then remove
the memory slot cover.
Removing the memory slot cover screws
8Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you
can retrieve them later.
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you
handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static
electricity you may have built up.
To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its gold
connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer).
9Remove the new memory module from its antistatic
packaging.
10 Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold
connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the
socket.
11 Gently press down on the memory module connector
until the clips snap into place.
Do not force the module into position. The memory
module should be level when secured in place.

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Inserting the memory module
CAUTION: Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the
computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access
problems.
12 Replace the memory slot cover.
13 Replace the screw and tighten it.
14 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you
removed.
Removing a memory module
If you need to remove a memory module:
1Complete steps 1–5 in “"Installing additional memory
(optional)" on page 7” to shut down the computer and
expose the memory module(s).
2Pull the clips away from the memory module.
The memory module pops partially out of the slot.
3Carefully remove the module from the slot.
4Replace the keyboard and the screws.
5Replace the panel that contains the Power and TOSHIBA
Console buttons.
6Restart the computer.