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RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.3

Satellite

T210/T230 Series

Resource Guide

Keep this Resource Guide in a convenient place to access important
information about your computer. To obtain additional information,
consult the comprehensive electronic User’s Guide preinstalled on
your computer (click Start,

All Programs,

My Toshiba,

and then

User’s Guide).

If you need assistance:

❖

Toshiba’s Support Web site
pcsupport.toshiba.com

❖

Toshiba Customer Support 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____________________________________

Summary of Contents for Satellite T235

Page 1: ...ur computer click Start All Programs My Toshiba and then User s Guide If you need assistance Toshiba s Support Web site pcsupport toshiba com Toshiba Customer Support 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___________________...

Page 2: ...very DVDs media 16 Learning the basics 17 Using the TouchPad 18 Using the Web Camera 20 Using the Memory card reader 21 Moving the computer 22 Mobile computing 23 Taking care of your battery 27 If something goes wrong 29 If you need further assistance 32 Power cord cable connectors 33 Features and specifications 33 ...

Page 3: ...RRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT 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 NETWORK SYSTEMS OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF Protection of Stored Data For your important ...

Page 4: ...IBA Europe GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 41460 Neuss Germany The European Union WEEE Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive Information The European Union WEEE Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that fo...

Page 5: ...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...

Page 6: ...4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems The indication shown below appears on this equipment 1 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHz 2 FH This equipment uses FH SS modulation The frequency bandwidth of this equipment may operate within the same range as industrial devices scientific ...

Page 7: ...w of Japan The name of the radio equipment refer to the equipment label provided on the computer Approved by both the JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT and the TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER The following restrictions apply Do not disassemble or modify the device Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device 5 17 GHz to 5 23 GHz for indoor use only Regulatory s...

Page 8: ...ights reserved Export Administration 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 Article 14 Unless approved for any model accredi...

Page 9: ...BLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES WHETHER BASED ON TORT CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF Trademarks Satellite is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc and or Toshiba Corporation Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick...

Page 10: ...agement options preset to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes To conserve energy your computer is set to enter the low power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in AC power mode We recommend that you leave this and other energy saving features active...

Page 11: ...rtant information about your computer including solutions to the most common problems For more detailed information descriptions of other features and more extensive troubleshooting guidelines see the electronic user s guide preinstalled on your system It is also available on the Web at pcsupport toshiba com Safety icons This guide contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potent...

Page 12: ... for other programs that may come with your system For accessory information visit Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com Setting up your computer and getting started The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort included with your computer contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day Please handle your compute...

Page 13: ...e computer Computer base and palm rest can become hot Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin Read the Avoid extended contact between computer base palm rest and skin section in the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort that is shipped with your computer Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer It could damage the com...

Page 14: ... connection Failure to do so may result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury Be careful if you use a multiple connector An overload on one socket could cause a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger that may have been provided with your computer or...

Page 15: ...of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the DC IN on the side of the computer Sample Illustration Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord cable to a live electrical outlet The AC power light on the indicator panel glows white Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet...

Page 16: ...ill need for storing your system s recovery files To create recovery DVDs media 1 Click Start All Programs My Toshiba and then Recovery Media Creator The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays 2 Select DVD or USB Flash from the drop down lists next to System Recovery Media and Application Discs depending on the type of external media you want to use You cannot store your system s appli...

Page 17: ...ic User s Guide preinstalled on your computer Learning the basics Computing tips Save your work frequently Your work stays in the computer s temporary memory until you save it to the internal storage drive If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect or your battery runs out of charge while you are working you will lose all work since you last saved HINT S...

Page 18: ...y an arrow that moves on the screen when you slide your finger across the TouchPad or move a mouse connected to your computer To Do the following Example Move the on screen pointer Slide your finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want to move the pointer To move the pointer a longer distance slide your finger several times across the TouchPad in the preferred direction Sample Illustratio...

Page 19: ... the pointer to the item you want to open activate 2 Do one of the following Tap the TouchPad twice in rapid succession OR Press and release the primary control button twice in rapid succession Sample Illustration Tap twice to open Right click an item 1 Move the pointer to the item you want to right click 2 Press and release the secondary control button This feature varies by program Check your pr...

Page 20: ...ore information see Disabling or enabling the TouchPad in the electronic user s guide Alternately you can disable only the tapping feature If you disable tapping only you can still use the TouchPad s control buttons and move the pointer by sliding your finger on the TouchPad To disable tapping only use the Mouse Properties option in the Windows Control Panel Using the Web Camera Available on certa...

Page 21: ...ut an adapter into the Memory card reader Compatibility is not guaranteed even with an adapter See your system s Detailed Specifications for a compatibility list The Memory card reader may also support other types of media Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media To copy data from one media to another use the drag and drop feature of the Windows operating system Inserting memory me...

Page 22: ...skip to step 3 2 Gently press the card inward to release it The card pops out slightly 3 Grasp the card and pull it straight out Sample Illustration Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read Even when the Windows message copying disappears writing to the media might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed Wait for the indicator light to go o...

Page 23: ...the accessories information included with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com Use only batteries designed to work with your Toshiba computer To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power at least once a month The Lithium Ion battery has no memory effect so it is not necessary to let the battery fully discharge eac...

Page 24: ...charge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor HINT Be careful not to confuse the battery light with the ON OFF light When the ON OFF light or power button light flashes amber it indicates that the system is suspended using the Windows operating system Sleep command TECHNICAL NOTE The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor ...

Page 25: ...at or ignite resulting in caustic liquid leakage or explosion or fire possibly resulting in death or serious injury TECHNICAL NOTE To avoid losing any data save your files and then either completely shut down your computer or put it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery 1 Save your work 2 Turn off the computer or place i...

Page 26: ... shock Failure to do so could possibly result in serious injury Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity If the battery does not slide into the slot ...

Page 27: ...d If a battery is leaking or damaged replace it immediately Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery To replace the main battery use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse polarity Charge th...

Page 28: ...t the AC adaptor Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack depends on usage When the battery pack needs to be replaced the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged Never attempt to dispose of a battery pack by burning or by th...

Page 29: ...ff locations visit www rbrc org or call 1 800 822 8837 Notice regarding CR coin cell batteries applicable to California U S A only Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See http www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate If something goes wrong Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are th...

Page 30: ...mputer is connected to a live external power source The computer starts but when you press a key nothing happens Verify that the active program accepts text input Try clicking your mouse on an area where you can type text and try typing again Your computer may be in Sleep mode and have a software or resource conflict When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of rest...

Page 31: ...ck that the monitor is turned on Check that the monitor s power cord cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built in screen Small bright dot...

Page 32: ...g Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware related Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you Toshiba s Technical Support Web site For technical support or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport toshiba com Toshiba voice co...

Page 33: ...e shapes of the typical AC power cord cable connectors for various parts of the world Features and specifications For the detailed specifications for your computer visit pcsupport toshiba com Click Product Support search for your model and then click Detailed Specs USA UL approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia AS approved Europe VDA and NEMKO approved Canada CSA approved ...

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