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RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.2

Satellite

2430/2435

Series
Resource Guide

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Summary of Contents for Satellite 2430 Series

Page 1: ...er If you need assistance use one of the following InTouch Center Calling within the United States 800 457 7777 Calling from outside the United States 949 859 4273 Please fill in for your reference and future use Model name _____________________________________ Part number _____________________________________ Serial number ____________________________________ ...

Page 2: ...ted 4 Inserting PC Cards 9 Learning the basics 10 Using the DVD ROM or Multifunction drive 12 Moving the computer 15 Mobile computing 15 If something goes wrong 19 If you need further assistance 23 Power cable connectors 24 Features and specifications 25 Regulatory information 29 Index 43 ...

Page 3: ...he 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 existenc...

Page 4: ...n your Recovery CDs For accessory information visit Toshiba s web site at toshiba com The Microsoft Windows operating system documentation which explains the features of the operating system 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 ...

Page 5: ...intain 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 CAUTION Never apply heavy...

Page 6: ...should be the last step otherwise the adapter DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched As a general safety precaution avoid touching any metal parts DANGER Hold the power cable by its plug when you connect disconnect it do NOT pull the cable itself Doing so may damage the power cable and result in a short circuit or electric s...

Page 7: ...r to install a memory module CAUTION To avoid damaging the computer s screws use a standard Phillips no 1 screwdriver that is in good condition If you are adding memory after you have started to use the computer begin at step 1 otherwise skip to step 2 1 Turn off the computer via the Start menu The operating system turns off the computer 2 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer 3 C...

Page 8: ...ove the memory module from its antistatic packaging 7 Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold connector bar faces the slot fit the module into the socket 8 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 Inserting the memory module CAUTION Avoid touching th...

Page 9: ... to pull it out of the slot 4 Complete the procedure by following steps 9 through 11 in Installing additional memory optional on page 7 Inserting PC Cards 1 Turn off the computer You may also hot swap a PC Card Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the Safe to Remove Hardware message appears it is safe to remove the PC Card 2 Align the card connector...

Page 10: ...ard disk card while the system is accessing it Never remove a network card while you are connected to a network Before removing a PC Card stop the card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the PC Card is stopped it is safe to remove it Learning the basics Computing tips Save your work frequently Your work stays in the computer s temporary memory until you save it to...

Page 11: ...sitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you d like to move the cursor To move the cursor to the top of the page push your finger forward on the TouchPad To move the cursor to the bottom of the page drag your finger toward yourself To move the cursor to the right side of the page slide your finger across...

Page 12: ...region 1 North America DVD ROMs NOTE For optimum DVD performance it is recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on AC power You use CD ROMs to load and run software and to access reference material such as catalogs as well as listen to music A sample DVD ROM Multiunction drive Drive in use indicator light Indicates when the DVD ROM or Multifunction drive is in use Eject button Pre...

Page 13: ...sc activity light is off before opening the disc tray 2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open 3 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of dust CAUTION Handle discs carefully Avoid touching the surface of the disc Grasp it by its center hole and edge If you handle the disc incorrectly you could lose data 4 Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label facing...

Page 14: ... use the DVD ROM or Multifunction drive Do not press the eject button disconnect a drive or turn off the computer while the light is glowing Doing so could damage the CD DVD or drive 1 Locate and press the eject button The disc tray partially opens 2 Grasp the sides of the disc tray and pull it fully open 3 Remove the disc from the disc tray and place it in its protective cover CAUTION If the disc...

Page 15: ...ter on battery power at least once a month until the battery is fully discharged Refer to Maximizing battery life in this guide for procedures If the computer is continuously operated on AC power either through an AC adapter or a docking station if applicable to your system for an extended period more than a month the battery may fail to retain a charge This may shorten the life of the battery and...

Page 16: ...g a battery be careful not to drop it or short circuit its terminals Removing the battery from the computer 1 Save your work 2 Turn off the computer via the Start menu or place it in Hibernation mode 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down with the front side of the computer facing you 5 Push and hold the battery release latch 6 Whi...

Page 17: ...ower socket Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer Do not try to disassemble a battery pack Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery Overcharging will shorten its life and reverse charging could damage it Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object Short circuiting the battery can cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery or the comp...

Page 18: ...five minutes If the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged If the battery light LED flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery go to step 4 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cord to a power outlet The DC IN or AC power light LED should glow green and the Battery LED should glo...

Page 19: ...sponding 1 Press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously once The Windows Task Manager window appears The words not responding appear beside the name of the program that is not responding 2 Select the program you want to close then click End Task Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working If it does not continue with step 3 3 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the pr...

Page 20: ... on the power The computer will not start Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cable properly or have installed a charged battery Press and hold down the power button for a few seconds If you are using the AC adapter check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another device such as a lamp The computer starts but when you press a key nothing happens You are probably in Stand By...

Page 21: ...ressing Fn and F1 simultaneously If you have registered a password press the Enter key type the password and press Enter If no password is registered press Enter The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working If you are using the built in screen make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor To do this press Fn and F5 simultaneously once If this does not correct the p...

Page 22: ... 5 Double click the PCMCIA adapter 6 Double click the appropriate PC Card The operating system displays your PC Card s Properties dialog box which contains information about your PC Card configuration and status The computer stops working hangs when you insert a PC Card The problem may be caused by an I O input output conflict between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the system Use Device M...

Page 23: ...you are running a program consult the program s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions Contact the software company s technical support group for their assistance Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and or program Your dealer is your best source for current information For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States call 800 457 7777 Contacting Toshiba ...

Page 24: ...on diskettes or CD ROM Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support call the Toshiba InTouch Center Within the United States at 800 457 7777 Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 Power cable connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide This appendix shows the shapes...

Page 25: ...hone lines or low speed network connections use of complex modeling software such as high end computer aided design applications use of computer in areas with low air pressure high altitude 1 000 meters or 3 280 feet above sea level use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F or 25 C 77 F at high altitude all temperature references are approximate Under some condi...

Page 26: ...ain battery Removable rechargeable Lithium Ion Li Ion high capacity battery Battery life is up to 2 0 hours in normal mode Battery recharge time is several hours Battery life may vary depending on applications power management settings and features utilized Recharge time varies depending on usage Battery may not charge while computer is consuming full power After a period of time the battery will ...

Page 27: ...ou to play DVD video on a projector or TV that accepts video inputs Parallel port ECP compatible parallel port that provides a Centronics com patible connection to a printer or other parallel output or bi directional device It gives increased performance when you re using an ECP compatible parallel device i LINK port The i LINK port IEEE 1394 provides very fast data transfer rates up to 400 Mbps M...

Page 28: ...Memory 2 5 volt 32 bit bus PC2100 DDR SDRAM delivers high performance 2 SODIMM memory slots Memory modules available 128 MB 256 MB Battery pack Rechargeable Lithium Ion Li Ion 12 cell 6450 mAh bat tery pack Additional battery packs Use as spare or replacement packs to extend the time you can operate the computer away from a live electrical outlet Cable PORT Noteworthy Computer Lock cable to deter ...

Page 29: ...RODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS PROFITS PROGRAMS DATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF DVD ROM drive 8x DVD ROM 24x CD ROM Compatibility CD ROM CD R read only CD RW read only DV...

Page 30: ...ife or catastrophic property damage ACCORDINGLY TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION YOU AND NOT TOSHIBA ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Clas...

Page 31: ...ion is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Contact Toshiba America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Blvd Irvine CA 92618 1697 949 583 3000 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appa...

Page 32: ...may cause harm to the telephone network If the telephone company notes a problem they may temporarily discontinue service When practical they will notify you in advance of this disconnection If advance notice is not feasible you will be notified as soon as possible When you are notified you will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the...

Page 33: ...e by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rura...

Page 34: ... europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or http www pcsupport global toshiba com in the United States for more information Caution This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 85 GHz frequency range Wireless LAN and your Health Wireless LAN products like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by Wireles...

Page 35: ...as produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met IC 248H DPA3233W This device has been designed to operate with a...

Page 36: ...s d une utilisation privée a l extérieur d un bâti ment audessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est néces saire pour une distance de moins de 300m Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprés de I IBPT est requise Pour une utili sation publique à I extérieur de bâtiments une licence de I IBPT est req uise Pour les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter I IBPT Deu...

Page 37: ...ow the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized In normal operating configuration the LCD in the upright position the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20cm The antenna s used for this transmitter must not be co loca...

Page 38: ...shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery Using this equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400 2 483 5MHz for second generation lowpower data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low power...

Page 39: ... 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 13 1100 Direct Dial 03 3457 5916 Fax 03 5444 9450 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of ...

Page 40: ...efully 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 Location of the required label Sample shown below Location of the label ...

Page 41: ...tion Regulation This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U S Export Administration Regulations and may be subject to the approval of the U S Department of Commerce prior to export Any export directly or indirectly in contravention of the U S Export Administration Regulations is prohibited Notice The information contained in this manual including but not limited to any...

Page 42: ...t Corporation Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online Inc All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Computer Disposal Information This product contains mercury Disposal of this material may be regulat...

Page 43: ...serting 13 changing main battery 16 comfort chair 5 compact discs inserting 13 computer moving 15 placement 5 running on battery power 15 setting up 7 computing tips 10 connecting printer 6 D display screen is blank 21 DVD ROM drive eject button 12 inserting a disc 13 removing a disc 14 DVD ROM CD RW drive eject button 12 E environmental considerations 4 ergonomics seating guidelines 5 error messa...

Page 44: ...ving 10 port specifications 27 power cable connectors 24 computer will not start 20 monitoring 15 specifications 26 power devices 28 precautions 5 printer connecting 6 problem solving computer hangs when PC Card inserted 22 computer will not power up 20 contacting Toshiba 23 display is blank 21 illegal operation 19 keyboard not responding 20 keyboard produces unexpected characters 21 PC Card check...

Page 45: ...rts 27 power 26 processor 26 standard hardware 27 storage capacity 26 standard hardware specifications 27 storage capacity specifications 26 T tips on computing 10 Toshiba Accessories information 4 Toshiba Forum 23 Toshiba online services 23 W Web sites 23 ...

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