User manual TOSHIBA PORTEGE M100

[. . . ] Portégé® M100 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 188 in this guide. Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. C6656-0804M2 08/04 2 Models: Portégé R100 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 are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adapter. Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack should last for years. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery. You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged. 128 Mobile Computing Traveling tips The computer's main battery is a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery, which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled, or disposed of. Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba. After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under federal, state, and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash. Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly. If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. Traveling tips The environmental precautions listed in "Selecting a place to work" on page 39, also apply while traveling. Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or covered in dust. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cords/cables, and compact discs. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment. The X-ray equipment will not harm your computer. Chapter 4 Expansion Options Your computer is designed to work in your office as well as on the road. This chapter explains how to set up several optional external devices so that your notebook can provide all the convenience of a traditional desktop computer. To order additional devices and accessories, see the accessories information provided with your computer, or visit toshibaaccessories. com. Using your computer at the office By connecting an external full-size keyboard, an external monitor, a mouse and a printer, you can work with your computer as if it were a standard office model. You can connect a monitor and USB-compatible devices, such as the keyboard, mouse and printer, directly to the computer, or to the optional Advanced Port Replicator. For information on connecting a mouse and a printer, see the "Getting Started" chapter on page 42. If you want to connect your computer to the office network, you can use the LAN port or your optional wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) capability. 129 130 Expansion Options Using an expansion device Using an expansion device The expansion port allows you to connect your computer to a port replicator, which is an excellent investment if you're using your computer both in and out of the office. When you return to your desk, you probably want to connect to your network, print reports from your computer, or use a mouse instead of the AccuPoint II. Connecting cables for each of these devices every time you return to the office is time-consuming and inconvenient. With a port replicator, you can leave external devices connected while you are using your computer away from your desk. When you return, you can quickly connect your computer and have immediate access to all the devices. [. . . ] resolution -- A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a screen, it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically. To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the computer off. ROM (read-only memory) -- Non-volatile memory that can be read but not written to. [. . . ]