Toshiba Tecra S4 User manual

User’s Manual
TECRA S4

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Table of Contents
Preface
General Precautions
Chapter 1 Introduction
Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Back side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
System indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Keyboard indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
USB floppy disk drive (optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Optical disc drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Chapter 3 Getting Started
Connecting the AC adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Opening the display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Turning on the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Starting up for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Turning off the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Restoring the preinstalled software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10

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Chapter 4 Operating Basics
TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
Using the Fingerprint Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3
Using the optional USB floppy disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10
Changing Ultra Slim Bay modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11
Using optical disc drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-13
Writing CDs on DVD-ROM / CD-R/RW drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-16
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-18
Media care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-27
Sound system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-28
Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29
Wireless communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-32
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-35
Cleaning the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-37
Moving the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-37
Using Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-38
Heat dispersal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-41
Chapter 5 The Keyboard
Typewriter keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
Function keys: F1 … F12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
Soft keys: Fn key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
Hot keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3
Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
Keypad overlay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes
Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1
Power indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2
Battery types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3
Care and use of the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-6
Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-11
TOSHIBA Password Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-13
Power-up modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-16
Panel power on/off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-16
System Auto Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-16
Chapter 7 HW Setup & BIOS Setup
Accessing HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
HW Setup window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
BIOS Setup Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8

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Chapter 8 Optional Devices
PC card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
ExpressCard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
SD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Memory expansion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Battery charger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Hard disk drive pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Ultra Slim Bay HDD adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
USB floppy disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14
External monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16
Displaying movies on a TV or CRT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17
i.LINK (IEEE1394) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17
Advanced Port Replicator III Plus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19
Parallel printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-20
Serial devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-20
Security lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
TOSHIBA Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Chapter 10 Legal Footnotes
CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
Memory (Main System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Graphics Processor Unit (“GPU”). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Non-applicable Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Copy Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Appendix A Specifications
Physical Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Appendix B Display Controller and Modes
Display controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Video modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
PowerMizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2

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Appendix C Wireless LAN
Card Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
Radio Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
Supported Frequency Sub-bands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2
Appendix D TOSHIBA RAID
Windows Manual Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2
Starting, Modifying and Ending the BIOS Setup Program . . . . . . . . D-4
Appendix E Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability
Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-3
Regulatory statements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-3
Using Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA equipment in Japan . . . . . E-6
Approved Countries/Regions for use (Bluetooth™ wireless
technology) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-7
Appendix F AC Power Cord and Connectors
Certification agencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-1
Appendix G TOSHIBA Anti-theft Protection Timer
Appendix H If your computer is stolen
Glossary
Index

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written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect
to the use of the information contained herein.
TOSHIBA Tecra S4 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition September 2006
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Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA
Tecra S4 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.
Trademarks
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Business Machines Corporation.
Intel, Intel SpeedStep, Intel Core and Centrino are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.
Sonic RecordNow! is a registered trademark of Sonic Solutions.
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA
under license.
i.LINK is trademark and registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
InterVideo and WinDVD are registered trademarks of InterVideo Inc.
WinDVD Creator is trademark of InterVideo Inc.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used
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EU Declaration of Conformity
This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related
European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe
GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.
The complete and official EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on
TOSHIBA’s web site http://epps.toshiba-teg.com on the Internet.
Modem warning notice
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/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an
unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network
termination point.
In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the
first instance.
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 conditional 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/regions ATAAB AN003,004
Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network,
please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details.
The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate
national type approvals. It has not been tested for conformity to national
type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific
function on specific national networks can be given.

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Following information is only for EU-member states:
Description on Laser specification
The optical drive such as a DVD Super Multi drive that is used in this
computer is equipped with laser. The classification label with the following
sentence is affixed to the surface of the drive.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
The drive with the above label is certified by the manufacturer that the drive
complies with the requirement for laser product on the date of
manufacturing pursuant to article 21 of Code of Federal Regulations by the
United States of America, Department of Health & Human Services, Food
and Drug Administration.
In other countries, the drive is certified to comply with the requirement
pursuant to IEC 825 and EN60825 on class 1 laser product.
This computer is equipped with the optical drive in the following list
according to the model.
The use of the symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as
household waste. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Manufacturer Type
MATSUSHITA UJDA765
MATSUSHITA UJ-842

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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the Tecra S4 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 Tecra S4 computer. It
also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic
operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.
If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing,
first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize
yourself with the computer’s features, components and accessory devices.
Then read Getting Started for step-by-step instructions on setting up your
computer.
If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the
preface to learn how this manual is organized, then become acquainted
with this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to look over the
Special features section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are
uncommon or unique to the computer and carefully read HW Setup & BIOS
Setup.
If you are going to install PC cards or connect external devices such as a
monitor, be sure to read Chapter 8, Optional Devices.
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.

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Preface
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.
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.
Display
Messages
Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your
attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below.
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.
SABC Names of windows or icons or text generated by
the computer that appear on its display screen
are presented in the type face you see to the left.
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.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in death or
serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.

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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.
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
stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the
computer) or headphones.
■Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature
change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.
■Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.
■Liquids and corrosive chemicals.
Stress injury
Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains
information on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that
can be caused by extensive keyboard use.

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General Precautions
Heat injury
■Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is
used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the
temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical
contact with the computer for a long time (if you rest the computer on
your lap, or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, for example) your
skin might suffer low-heat injury.
■If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with
the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.
■The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use. This
condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the
AC adaptor, disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
■Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat. The
material could be damaged.
Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of
strong impact as this can damage the computer’s components or otherwise
cause it to malfunction.
PC card overheating
Some PC Cards can become hot during prolonged use which may result in
errors or instability in the operation of the device in question. In addition,
you should also be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been
used for a long time.
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 read it before using the computer.

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Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the
computer’s features, options and accessories.
Equipment checklist
Carefully unpack your computer, taking care to save the box and packing
materials for future use.
Hardware
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
■Tecra S4 Portable Personal Computer
■AC adaptor and power cord
■Modular cable for modem (optional)
Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if
you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA.

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Software
Microsoft®Windows XP Professional
■The following software is preinstalled:
■Microsoft®Windows XP Professional
■Microsoft Internet Explorer
■TOSHIBA Utilities
■TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility
■DVD Video Player
■TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device Utility
■TOSHIBA Power Saver
■TOSHIBA Mobile Extension
■TOSHIBA Assist
■TOSHIBA ConfigFree
■TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
■TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool
■TOSHIBA Controls
■TOSHIBA Mic Effect
■TOSHIBA Password Utility
■Fingerprint Utility
■TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format Utility
■TOSHIBA HDD Protection
■TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility for Display Devices
■TOSHIBA Display Device Change Utility
■Wireless Hotkey Utility
■InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum
■CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
■Record Now! Basic for TOSHIBA
■DLA for TOSHIBA
■Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba
■Infineon Trusted Platform Module Utility (preinstalled in some
models)
■Online Manual
Documentation and Backup Media
■Tecra S4 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
■Tecra S4 Quickstart
■Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
■Warranty information
■Product Recovery DVD-ROM
If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer
immediately.

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Features
The computer extensively uses TOSHIBA’s advanced Large Scale
Integration (LSI), Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS)
technology to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage,
and high reliability, and incorporates the following features and benefits:
Processor
Built-in The computer is equipped with one of the
following Intel®processors.
■Intel®Core™ Duo processor, which
incorporates 2MB Level-2 cache memory and
supports Enhanced Intel®SpeedStep®
Technology.
■Intel®Core™ 2 Duo processor, which
incorporates 2MB Level-2 cache memory and
supports Enhanced Intel®SpeedStep®
Technology.
■Intel®Core™ 2 Duo processor, which
incorporates 4MB Level-2 cache memory and
supports Enhanced Intel®SpeedStep®
Technology.
Some models in this series use Intel®Centrino®Duo Mobile Technology
which is based on three separate components, the Intel®Core™ Duo
processor, Intel®PRO/Wireless network connection and the Mobile Intel®
945 Express Chipset family.
Some models in this series use Intel®Centrino®Duo Mobile Technology
which is based on three separate components, the Intel®Core™ 2 Duo
processor, Intel®PRO/Wireless network connection and the Mobile Intel®
945 Express Chipset family.
Legal Footnote (CPU)
For more information on the CPU, please refer to Chapter 10, Legal
Footnotes.

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Memory
Power
Slots 256, 512, 1,024 or 2,048MB memory modules
can be installed in the computer’s two memory
slots for a maximum of 4,096MB system memory.
Video RAM The graphics controller is equipped with 128MB
external video RAM, and may use up to 128MB
of main system memory as additional video
memory for a combined total of up to 256MB
video memory.
Legal Footnote (Memory (Main System))
For more information regarding Main Memory, please refer to Chapter 10,
Legal Footnotes.
Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable
lithium-ion battery pack.
Legal Footnote (Battery Life)
For more information regarding Battery Life, please refer to Chapter 10,
Legal Footnotes.
RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time
Clock (RTC) and calendar.
AC adaptor The AC adaptor provides power to the system
and recharges the batteries when they are low. It
comes with a detachable power cord which will
either have a 2-pin or 3-pin plug enclosure.
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. Refer to the AC adaptor section in
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.

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Disks
Optical disc drive
Hard disk drive Available in the following sizes:
■40.0 billion bytes (37.26 GB)
■60.0 billion bytes (55.89 GB)
■80.0 billion bytes (74.53 GB)
■100.0 billion bytes (93.16 GB)
■120.0 billion bytes (111.79 GB)
Please note that part of the hard disk drive’s
overall capacity is reserved as administration
space.
Legal Footnote (Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity)
For more information regarding Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity, please
refer to Chapter 10, Legal Footnotes.
Your computer is configured with an optical disc drive installed in the Ultra
Slim Bay. The available optical disc drives are described below.
DVD-ROM and
CD-R/RW drive Some models are equipped with a full-size, DVD-ROM and CD-R/RW drive module that lets
you run CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It
reads DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and
CD-ROMs at maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R
at maximum 24 speed and CD-RW at maximum
24 speed. The drive supports the following
formats:
■CD-R
■CD-RW
■DVD-ROM
■DVD-Video
■CD-DA
■CD-Text
■Photo CD™ (single/multi-session)
■CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
■CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)
■Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)
■Addressing Method 2

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Display
The computer’s LCD display panel supports high-resolution video graphics.
The LCD screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum
comfort and readability.
DVD Super Multi
drive Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD Super Multi drive module that lets you record
data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run
12cm (4.72") or 8cm (3.15") CD/DVDs. It reads
DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs
at maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to
24 speed, CD-RW at up to 16 speed, DVD-R and
DVD+R at up to 8 speed, DVD-RW and
DVD+RW at up to 4 speed, DVD-R DL at up to
2 speed, DVD+R DL at up to 2.4 speed,
DVD-RAM at maximum 3 speed. This drive
supports the following formats in addition to the
DVD-ROM and CD-R/RW drive.
■DVD-R
■DVD-R DL
■DVD-RW
■DVD+R
■DVD+R DL
■DVD+RW
■DVD-RAM
Built-in 15" TFT LCD screen, 16 M colors, with one of the
following resolutions:
■XGA, 1024 horizontal × 768 vertical pixels
■SXGA+, 1400 horizontal × 1050 vertical
pixels
Legal Footnote (LCD)
For more information regarding the LCD, please refer to Chapter 10, Legal
Footnotes.
Graphics controller The graphics controller maximizes display
performance. Refer to Display Controller and
Modes section in Appendix B for more
information.
Legal Footnote (Graphics Processor Unit (“GPU”))
For more information regarding Graphics Processor Unit (“GPU”), please
refer to Chapter 10, Legal Footnotes.