Toshiba SATELLITE 2750 Series User manual

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USER’S MANUAL
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Copyright
© 2000 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 Satellite 2750/2770 Series Portable Personal Computer
User’s Manual
First edition April 2000
Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the
Satellite 2750/2770 Series 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.
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trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks, and SpeedStep is a
trademark of Intel Corporation.
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trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Sound Blaster and Pro are trademarks of Creative Technology Ltd.
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RingCentral is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.
Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics Data Computer
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Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.
DVD Express is a trademark of National Semiconductor Corporation.
K56flex is a trademark of Lucent Technologies and Rockwell
Semiconductor Systems.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
EU Declaration of Conformity
This product carries the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European
Directives. CE-Marking is the responsibility of Toshiba Europe,
Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.

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TEAC DVD-ROM drive DV-28E safety instructions
The DVD-ROM drive employs 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
authorised 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.
CERTIFICATION: THIS
PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH
DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER 1,
SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE
AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
TEAC CORPORATION
3-7-3 NAKA-CHO,
MUSASHINO-SHI
TOKYO, JAPAN
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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
this manual for your future reference. In case of any trouble
with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORISED
service station”. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam,
do not try to open the enclosure.
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
Location of the required label

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Toshiba DVD-ROM drive SD-C2402 safety instructions
The DVD-ROM drive employs 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.
PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE
MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY
WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT
THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE.
MANUFACTURED:
TOSHIBA CORPORATION
1-1, SHIBAURA 1-CHOME
MINATO-KU, TOKYO 105-8001,
JAPAN
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
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
this manual 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.
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
Location of the required label

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General Precautions
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.
Stress injury
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.
Heat Warning
The base of the PC can become very warm; while the temperature will not
be too hot to the touch, prolonged physical contact may result in a
temporary heat imprint on the skin. It is recommended that prolonged
physical contact is avoided.
Also, 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.
Mobile phones
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.
Pressure or impact damage
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.
PC card overheating
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. Also, be careful when you remove a PC card that has been
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CE compliance
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
Working environment
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
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.

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Network connection (class A warning)
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.
Conformity Statement
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.
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Network Compatibility Statement
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 contained in EG 201 121.
Germany - ATAAB AN005, AN006, AN007, AN009, AN010,
and DE03, 04, 05, 08, 09, 12, 14, 17
Greece - ATAAB AN005, AN006 and GR01, 02, 03, 04
Portugal - ATAAB AN001, 005, 006, 007, 011 and P03, 04,
08, 10
Spain - ATAAB AN005, 007, 012, and ES01
Switzerland - ATAAB AN002
All other countries - 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 approval. 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.

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Table of Contents
Preface......................................................................................... xv
Manual contents ......................................................................................xv
Conventions ............................................................................................xvi
Abbreviations ...................................................................................... xvi
Icons.................................................................................................... xvi
Keys .................................................................................................... xvi
Key operation..................................................................................... xvii
Display ............................................................................................... xvii
Messages........................................................................................... xvii
Chapter 1: Introduction .............................................................1-1
Equipment checklist.............................................................................. 1-1
Features.................................................................................................. 1-2
Special features ..................................................................................... 1-6
Utilities.................................................................................................... 1-8
Options ................................................................................................... 1-9
Chapter 2: The Grand Tour .......................................................2-1
Front with the display closed ............................................................... 2-1
Left side .................................................................................................. 2-3
Right side ............................................................................................... 2-4
Back side ................................................................................................ 2-5
Underside ............................................................................................... 2-6
Front with the display open.................................................................. 2-7
Indicators................................................................................................ 2-8
Drives.................................................................................................... 2-10
3 ½" diskette drive............................................................................ 2-10
DVD-ROM drive ............................................................................... 2-10
AC adaptor ........................................................................................... 2-12

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Chapter 3: Getting Started ........................................................3-1
Setting up................................................................................................3-1
General conditions..............................................................................3-2
Placement of computer.......................................................................3-2
Seating and posture............................................................................3-3
Lighting ...............................................................................................3-4
Work habits.........................................................................................3-4
Connecting the AC adaptor ...................................................................3-5
Opening the display ...............................................................................3-6
Turning on the power .............................................................................3-6
Starting up for the first time ..................................................................3-7
Turning off the power.............................................................................3-7
Shut Down mode (Boot mode) ...........................................................3-7
Hibernation mode ...............................................................................3-8
Standby mode.....................................................................................3-9
Restarting the computer...................................................................... 3-11
Restoring the preinstalled software ................................................... 3-11
Restoring the complete system ........................................................ 3-11
Restoring Toshiba utilities and drivers .............................................. 3-11
Chapter 4: Operating Basics.....................................................4-1
Using AccuPoint II..................................................................................4-1
AccuPoint II precautions.....................................................................4-2
Replacing the cap...............................................................................4-2
Using the DVD-ROM drive .....................................................................4-3
Loading discs......................................................................................4-3
Removing discs ..................................................................................4-6
Disk care .................................................................................................4-7
CDs/DVDs ..........................................................................................4-7
Diskettes.............................................................................................4-8
International modem ..............................................................................4-8
Cleaning the computer ..........................................................................4-9
Moving the computer ...........................................................................4-10
Heat dispersal.......................................................................................4-10
Chapter 5: The Keyboard ..........................................................5-1
Typewriter keys.......................................................................................5-1
F1…F12 function keys ...........................................................................5-2
Soft Keys: Alt Gr Key Combinations ....................................................5-2
The euro symbol.................................................................................5-2

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Soft keys: Fn key combinations........................................................... 5-3
Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard............................................. 5-3
Hotkeys .............................................................................................. 5-4
Windows 98 special keys................................................................... 5-6
Emulating Fn key on external keyboard ............................................ 5-6
Keypad overlay ...................................................................................... 5-6
Turning on the overlays...................................................................... 5-6
Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on)............................... 5-7
Temporarily using overlay (overlay off) .............................................. 5-8
Temporarily changing modes............................................................. 5-8
Generating ASCII characters ................................................................ 5-8
Chapter 6: Power and Power-Up Modes..................................6-1
Power conditions................................................................................... 6-1
Power indicators.................................................................................... 6-2
Battery indicator ................................................................................. 6-2
DC IN indicator................................................................................... 6-3
Power indicator .................................................................................. 6-3
Battery types .......................................................................................... 6-4
Battery pack ....................................................................................... 6-4
Real Time Clock battery..................................................................... 6-4
Care and use of the battery pack ......................................................... 6-5
Safety precautions ............................................................................. 6-5
Charging the batteries........................................................................ 6-6
Monitoring battery capacity................................................................ 6-7
Maximising battery operating time ..................................................... 6-7
Retaining data with power off............................................................. 6-8
Extending battery life ......................................................................... 6-8
Replacing the battery pack................................................................... 6-8
Removing the battery pack ................................................................ 6-8
Installing the battery pack ................................................................ 6-10
Starting the computer by password ...................................................6-11
Normal startup ..................................................................................6-11
Startup in standby mode.................................................................. 6-12
Startup with password service diskette............................................ 6-13
Power-up modes.................................................................................. 6-13
Windows utilities .............................................................................. 6-13
Hotkeys ............................................................................................ 6-13
Panel power off .................................................................................... 6-14
System Auto Off................................................................................... 6-14
Auto power on...................................................................................... 6-14

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Chapter 7: TSETUP and Passwords.........................................7-1
TSETUP ...................................................................................................7-1
Executing TSETUP.............................................................................7-2
Changing values in the TSETUP menu..............................................7-2
Accepting changes and exiting SYSTEM SETUP..............................7-3
Default configuration...........................................................................7-3
TSETUP options .................................................................................7-3
Memory...............................................................................................7-4
Password............................................................................................7-4
Battery ................................................................................................7-4
Password security................................................................................7-16
How to set the passwords ................................................................7-17
How to reset the passwords .............................................................7-19
Enabling TSETUP access in user password mode..........................7-21
Making a password service diskette.................................................7-22
Chapter 8: Optional Devices .....................................................8-1
PC cards..................................................................................................8-1
Installing a PC card.............................................................................8-2
Removing a PC card...........................................................................8-2
Memory expansion.................................................................................8-3
Installing memory module...................................................................8-3
Removing memory module.................................................................8-6
Additional battery pack..........................................................................8-7
Additional AC adaptor............................................................................8-7
Battery charger.......................................................................................8-7
Parallel printer ........................................................................................8-7
External monitor.....................................................................................8-8
TV .............................................................................................................8-9
PS/2 mouse ...........................................................................................8-10
PS/2 keyboard.......................................................................................8-10
Security lock ......................................................................................... 8-11

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Chapter 9: Troubleshooting ......................................................9-1
Problem solving process...................................................................... 9-1
Preliminary checklist .......................................................................... 9-2
Analysing the problem ....................................................................... 9-2
Hardware and system checklist ........................................................... 9-3
System start-up.................................................................................. 9-4
Self test .............................................................................................. 9-4
Power................................................................................................. 9-4
Password ........................................................................................... 9-7
Hotkeys .............................................................................................. 9-7
Keyboard............................................................................................ 9-7
LCD panel .......................................................................................... 9-8
Hard disk drive ................................................................................... 9-8
DVD-ROM drive ................................................................................. 9-9
Diskette drive ................................................................................... 9-10
Printer............................................................................................... 9-10
Pointing device..................................................................................9-11
PC card ............................................................................................ 9-12
Monitor ............................................................................................. 9-12
Sound system .................................................................................. 9-13
USB.................................................................................................. 9-13
Hibernation....................................................................................... 9-14
Modem ............................................................................................. 9-15
Memory expansion........................................................................... 9-16
Video out.......................................................................................... 9-16
If you need further assistance............................................................ 9-17
Before you call ................................................................................. 9-17
Where to write.................................................................................. 9-17
Appendix A: Specifications ..................................................... A-1
Appendix B: AC Power Cord and Connectors ....................... B-1
Appendix C: The Toshiba International Warranty .................. C-1
Appendix D: Keyboard Layouts .............................................. D-1
Appendix E: Display Controller and Modes ........................... E-1
Appendix F: If your computer is stolen ...................................F-1
Appendix G: ASCII Character Codes ...................................... G-1
Glossary .................................................................................... G-1
Index .......................................................................................... G-1

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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the Satellite 2750/2770 series
computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion
capability, including multimedia devices, and it is designed to provide
years of reliable, high-performance computing.
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your Satellite 2750/2770
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’re new to portable computing,
first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarise
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 organised, 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 Setup and
Password Security.
Manual contents
This manual is composed of 9 chapters, 7 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 and gives tips on safety and designing your work
area.
Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes instructions on using the following
devices: AccuPoint II, DVD-ROM drive and international modem. It also
provides tips on care of the computer, diskettes and DVD-ROMs.

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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, TSETUP and Passwords, explains how to configure the
computer using the TSETUP program in MS-DOS®. It also tells how to set
a password.
Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.
Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, 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.
Conventions
This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight
terms and operating procedures.
Abbreviations
On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are
enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only
Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary.
Icons
Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator
panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information
on.
Keys
The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer
operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they
appear on the keyboard. For example, Enter identifies the Enter key.

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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 + Cmeans 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 type face you see to the
left.
Text you are to type in is usually preceded by
the keyboard icon.
Display
ABC Names of windows or icons or text generated
by the computer that appears on its display
screen is presented in the type face you see
to the left.
Text generated by the computer is usually
preceded by the screen icon.
Messages
Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your
attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below.
Pay attention! A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or
failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your
equipment.
Please read. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of
your equipment.

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Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter contains an equipment checklist and 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 packing materials for
future use.
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
Satellite 2750/2770 Series Portable Personal Computer
Universal AC adaptor and power cord
Spare AccuPoint II (pointing device) caps
Modular cable (for modem)
TV adaptor cable
The following software is pre-installed on the hard disk:
•Microsoft®Windows 98 Second Edition
•Windows Utilities
•RingCentral
•Display Driver for Windows
•Sound Driver for Windows
•Modem driver
•DVD Driver
•DVD Video Player
•Online User’s Manual
•Online International Modem User’s Manual
Product Recovery CD-ROM, containing the complete software image
that came pre-installed
Toshiba Tools & Utilities CD-ROM, containing the drivers and utilities
that came pre-installed

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Your computer’s documentation:
•Satellite 2750/2770 Series Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
•Satellite 2750/2770 QuickStart
•Microsoft Windows 98 manual package
•Safety Instruction Manual
If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer
immediately.
Features
The computer uses Toshiba’s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI),
Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology extensively
to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage, and high
reliability. This computer incorporates the following features and benefits:
Microprocessor
The computer is equipped with a Mobile
Pentium®III processor featuring Intel®
SpeedStep™technology and incorporates a
math co-processor and a 32 KB cache memory.
2750: 600 MHz
2770: 650 MHz
Level 2 cache A 256 KB level 2 cache is provided to maximise
performance.
Memory The computer comes with 64 MB (2750) or
128 MB (2770) of built-in Random Access
Memory (RAM). Memory can be expanded to
192 MB on the 2750 and to 256 MB on the 2770
model.
Video RAM The computer provides 8 MB of RAM for video
display.
Display The computer’s LCD panel supports high-
resolution video graphics. It employs an AGP
(Accelerated Graphics Port) bus for superior
video and 3-D performance. The screen can be
set at a wide range of viewing angles for
maximum comfort and readability. The display
controller also supports simultaneous display on
the internal LCD and on an external monitor.
The following screens are available:
12.1" TFT screen, 800 horizontal and 600 vertical
pixels, 16 M colours
14.1" TFT screen, 1024 horizontal and 768
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Graphics controller The graphics controller incorporates a 64-bit
graphics accelerator to maximise video
performance and enable flickerless display. It
also enables display of up to 800 x 600 pixels or
1024 x 768 pixels on the computer’s LCD panel
and up to 1600 x 1200 pixels on a high-resolution
external monitor.
Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable
lithium-ion battery pack.
RTC battery The computer has an internal battery to back up
the internal 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 from 100 to 240 volts; however, the
output current varies among different models.
Using the wrong model can damage your
computer. See the AC adaptor section in
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.
Keyboard An easy-to-use 84-key (United States) or 86-key
(Europe) keyboard provides a numeric keypad
overlay for fast numeric data entry or for cursor
and page control. It also includes two keys that
have special functions in Windows 98; one
activates the Start menu and the other
functions as the secondary mouse button. The
computer’s keyboard supports software that uses
a 101- or 102-key enhanced keyboard. See
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.
HDD The computer has an integrated, 2 ½" hard disk
drive for non-volatile storage of data and
software.
2750: 6.0 billion bytes
2770: 12.07 billion bytes)
Diskette drive A 3 ½" diskette drive accommodates both
1.44 MB double-sided, high-density, double-track
(2HD) and 720 KB double-sided, double-density,
double-track (2DD) diskettes.

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DVD-ROM drive A full-size, DVD-ROM drive module lets you run
either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs
without using an adaptor. It runs DVD-ROMs at
maximum eight-speed and CD-ROMs at
maximum 24-speed. This drive supports the
following formats:
•CD-ROM
•Audio CD
•Photo CD™
•DVD-ROM
•CD-EXTRA
•CD-R (read only)
•CD-Rewritable
(read only)
•DVD-Video
Toshiba Bass
Enhanced
Sound System
A Sound Blaster™Pro™and Windows Sound
System (WSS) compatible sound system gives
your computer multimedia capability. The sound
system is equipped with stereo speakers, volume
control knob and jacks for headphones and a
microphone.
Parallel port A Centronics®-compatible parallel interface port
lets you connect a parallel printer or other parallel
device. This port supports the Extended
Capabilities Port (ECP) standard.
Serial port A standard, 9-pin, serial port lets you connect
such serial devices as a serial printer, mouse, bar
code reader, or Optical Character Reader (OCR).
This port supports 16550 Universal
Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (UART)
compliant high-speed data transfer.
Universal Serial Bus
port
A Universal Serial Bus (USB) port enables chain
connection of a number of USB-equipped
devices to one port on your computer. For
example, you might connect a USB-HUB to the
computer, then connect a keyboard to the USB-
HUB and a mouse to the keyboard. Use the USB
drivers that come with USB devices.
External monitor port The female, 15-pin, D-shell connector lets you
connect to an external video display, which is
recognised automatically. It supports Video
Electronic Standards Association (VESA) Display
Data Channel (DDC) compatible functions.
PS/2™mouse/
keyboard port
This port lets you connect a PS/2 mouse or PS/2
keyboard to the computer.

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PC card slots A PC card slot (PCMCIA) accommodates two
5 mm cards (Type II) or one 10.5 mm (Type III)
card. These slots support 16-bit PC cards and
CardBus PC cards (32 bit). For more information,
refer to the PC cards section in Chapter 8,
Optional Devices.
International modem A built-in modem provides capability for data and
fax communication and supports ITU-T V.90. For
data reception it operates at 56,000 bps
(maximum) and for data transmission it operates
at 33,600 bps (maximum). For fax transmission it
operates at 14,400 bps (maximum). The speed of
data transfer and fax depends on analogue
telephone line conditions. It has a modem jack for
connecting to a telephone line.
Video out This video-out mini-jack lets you transfer NTSC
or PAL data (video and right/left audio) to external
devices.
Memory expansion
socket
A socket is available for installation of a 32, 64 or
128 MB memory module. Use only memory
modules that are compatible with the computer.
AccuPoint II This pointer control stick, located in the centre of
the keyboard, provides convenient control of the
cursor without requiring desk space for a mouse.
Control buttons include primary, secondary and
two scroll buttons.
Plug and Play When you connect an external device to the
computer, Plug and Play capability enables the
system to recognise the connection and make
the necessary configurations automatically.
Internet button Press this button to launch an Internet browser.
CD power switch This switch turns power to the DVD-ROM drive on
and off so you can use the drive as a stand-alone
audio CD player, when the computer is not
powered on. It is accessible even when the
computer’s display is closed. It can also turn the
system on, depending on the settings in the
Toshiba Services Utility or the TSETUP program.
CD control buttons CD control buttons, accessible even when the
computer’s display panel is closed, let you use
the computer’s DVD-ROM drive as a stand-alone
audio CD player. You can also use the buttons to
control the computer’s DVD video player when
the system is on.