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Toshiba Satellite 2450 user manual Toshiba support, Before you call, Where to write

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TOSHIBA support

TOSHIBA support

If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional technical assistance.

Before you call

Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Before contacting TOSHIBA,trythefollowing:

❑Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation for software and peripheral devices.

❑If a problem occurs when you are running software applications, consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Call the software company’s technical support for assistance.

❑Consult the dealer you purchased your computer and/or software from. They are your best sources for current information and support.

Where to write

If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related, write to TOSHIBA at the nearest location listed below:

	OutsideofEurope	China
	Australia	TOSHIBAComputerSystems
		(Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
	TOSHIBAAustraliaPty.Ltd.
		Bldg.33,No.351,JinzangRoad,
	Information Systems Division
		Pudong New Area,
	84-92TalaveraRoad
		Shanghai,
	North Ryde N.S.W. 2113
		P.R.China201206
	Sydney
		Singapore
	Canada
		TOSHIBA Singapore Pte. Ltd.
	TOSHIBAofCanadaLtd.
		438BAlexandraRoad#06-01
	191 McNabb Street,
		Alexandra Technopark
	Markham,Ontario
		Singapore119968
	L3R8H2

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Toshiba Satellite 2450 user manual Toshiba support, Before you call, Where to write

Contents

Toshiba Trademarks CopyrightDisclaimer FCC notice Declaration of Conformity Information FCC informationFCC conditions EU Declaration of Conformity informationContact Vcci Class B InformationNetwork Compatibility Statement Modem warning noticeConformity Statement Japan regulations Type of serviceRegion selection RedialIf problems arise Telephone company proceduresDisconnection Fax brandingInstructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment AT&F AT&W AT%TE=0 ATZ Modem warning notice for AustraliaSoftware in addition to a modem Page General conditions Description on Laser specification Page Table of Contents Xvi Getting StartedOperating Basics Writing CDs on DVD Multi drive XviiXviii Power and Power-Up ModesKeyboard Xix HW Setup and PasswordsOptional Devices Hardware and system checklist TroubleshootingGlossary Index AppendixesXxii Preface Manual contentsAbbreviations ConventionsIcons KeysDisplay Key operationMessages ConventionsXxvi Pressure or impact damage General PrecautionsStress injury Heat injury PC card overheating Central Processing Unit CPU Performance DisclaimerIntroduction Equipment checklistChapter HardwarePower FeaturesDocumentation ProcessorDisks FeaturesCD-ROM CD-EXTRA Keyboard DisplayPointing device PortsMultimedia SlotsSecurity CommunicationsSlim Select Bay Software Special featuresBattery save mode Special featuresUtilities Options OptionsCD-RW/DVD-ROM Slim Select Bay optionsFront with the display closed Grand TourAudio/Video ControlbuttonsSecurity lock WirelessLeft side Left side Shows the computer’s right side Right sideBack side Back sideSerial Bus LAN jackUniversal Under side UndersideToshiba Front with the display openFront with the display open CD/DVD Digital DC in 15V Power System indicatorsKeyboard indicators Keyboard indicatorsUSB diskette drive CapsLock indicatorSlim Select Bay modules IndicatorDVD-ROM drive Slim Select Bay modulesDVD-R/-RW drive CD-RW/DVD-ROM driveDVD Multi drive Toshiba Style Bay Bridge Media Adaptor Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor BlackUniversal AC adaptor Universal AC adaptorGrand Tour Getting Started Setting up your work spaceGeneral conditions Placement of the computerSeating and posture Setting up your work spaceWork habits LightingConnecting the AC adaptor Connecting the universal AC adaptorOpening the display Turning on the powerShut Down mode Boot mode Turning off the powerStarting up for the first time Starting up for the first timeBenefits of hibernation Hibernation modeTurning off the power Data save in hibernation modeStarting Hibernation Automatic HibernationBenefits of standby Standby modeExecuting standby Clickstart, clickTurn Off Computer and clickStand byRestarting the computer Restarting the computerStandby limitations Follow the on-screen instructions Pointing devices Using the Touch PadOperating Basics Connecting 3 1/2 diskette drive Using the USB diskette driveChanging Slim Select Bay modules Disconnecting 3 1/2 diskette driveRemoving a module Changing Slim Select Bay modulesRemoving the Slim Select Bay module Installing a moduleLoading discs Using optical media drivesUsing optical media drives Manual release with the eject hole Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the drawer Closing the DVD-ROM drawer Removing discsWriting CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM driveBefore writing or rewriting When writing or rewriting Important message Writing CD/DVDs on DVD-R/-RW driveDisclaimer Writing CD/DVDs on DVD-R/-RW driveWriting CD/DVDs on DVD Multi drive Read/write function chart DVD-RWDVD Specifications for Re-recordable Disc for Version Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Multi drive Drag’n Drop CD Video DVD-R/-RW/-RAM Data VerificationOperating Basics CD/DVDs Media careDiskettes Media careRegion selection ModemModem Properties menuSetting ConnectingModem Selection Dialing PropertiesDisconnecting Wireless communicationsWireless LAN Wireless communicationsWorldwide operation Bluetooth wireless technologySecurity Wireless communication Indicator Wireless communication switchIndicatorstatus Indication Radio linksLAN Connecting LAN cableCleaning the computer Cleaning the computerDisconnecting LAN cable Heat dispersal Moving the computerTypewriter keys KeyboardEmulating keys on enhanced keyboard F1 … F12 function keysSoft keys Fn key combinations Soft keys Fn key combinations Hot keys Soft keys Fn key combinations Display clarity increases with the brightness level Windows special keys Arrow modeKeypad overlay Fn Sticky keyNumeric mode Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay onGenerating Ascii characters Temporarily using overlay overlay offTemporarily changing modes Generating Ascii charactersKeyboard Power conditions Power and Power-Up ModesBattery indicators Power indicatorsDC in indicator Battery typesPower indicator Battery packReal Time Clock battery Care and use of the battery pack Care and use of the battery packSafety precautions Modes Care and use of the battery pack Charging time hours Battery type Power on Power off ProceduresCharging the batteries TimeBattery charging notice Monitoring battery capacityMaximizing battery operating time Extending battery life Retaining data with power offRemoving the battery pack Replacing the battery packReplacing the battery pack Installing the battery packSecuring the battery cover Starting the computer by passwordPanel power off Power-up modesPower-up modes System Auto OffModes HW Setup HW Setup and PasswordsAccessing HW Setup HW Setup windowPower On Display Boot PriorityEnter HW SetupNetwork Boot Protocol USB General PasswordPassword was registered Key FD Device ConfigParallel/Printer Supervisor passwordSupervisor password Passwords Optional Devices Power devicesCards/memory Peripheral devicesInserting a PC card PC cardsPC cards Removing a PC cardInserting an SD card SD cardsSD cards Removing an SD cardSD card care Memory expansion Installing memory moduleRemoving the keyboard brace Memory expansionRemoving the keyboard Raising the insulation sheet 11 Installing a memory module Removing memory module 13 Removing the memory module Toshiba Style Bay Bridge media adaptorToshiba Style Bay Bridge media adaptor Before installingInserting 16 Secureing a screw RemovingWrite protection SmartMedia18 Inserting a SmartMedia Removing a Memory Stick Installing a Memory StickMemory Stick Removing a Compact Flash memory module Installing a Compact Flash moduleCompact Flash USB FDD kit Battery pack BlackBridge media care Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor Black22 Opening the lid Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor Black24 Closing the lid External monitorClick start and click Control Panel Using the TV buttonChanging the resolution 25 Display properties Link IEEE1394Link IEEE1394 PrecautionsPoint to i.LINK IEEE1394 device and click Security lock28 Security lock Security lockPreliminary checklist TroubleshootingProblem solving process Analyzing the problem System start-up Hardware and system checklistHardware and system checklist Self test PowerProblem Procedure Overheating power downAC power Slim Select Bay BatteryLCD panel PasswordHard disk drive DVD-ROM CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Hardware and system checklist DVD-R/-RW drive DVD Multi drive EXTRA,CD-GAudioCDonly SD card Diskette driveInfrared port PC cardClick the Pointer Options tab Pointing deviceTouch Pad USB mouse ProblemProcedureMemory expansion USBMonitor Sound systemModem Link IEEE1394No Carrier LAN Real Time Clock BluetoothToshiba support Where to writeBefore you call Toshiba supportInEurope Power Requirements SpecificationsAppendix a Environmental RequirementsCommunicationspecifications Appendix B Display Controller and ModesDisplay controller Video modes VGA Video modesAppendix B Video modes XGA Appendix B Video modes XGA Video modes Super XGA+ Video modes Super XGA+ Appendix B Appendix B Repeat last command AT CommandsAppendix C +++ Escape sequenceDn Dial Answer commandBn Communication standard setting Hn Hook control En Echo commandRequest ID information Appendix CNn Modulation handshake Ln Monitor speaker volumeMn Monitor speaker mode Qn Result code control On Return on-line to data modeSelect pulse dialing Xn Result code selection, call progress monitoring Select tone dialingVn DCE response format Busy tone detect Dial tone detectZn Recall stored profile Cn Data Carrier Detect DCD controlDn DTR control Load factory settingsGn V.22bis guard tone control Tn Self-test commandsKn Local flow control selection Pn Select Pulse Dial Make/Break Ratio WWZn=x Store telephone number Display Current ConfigurationStore current configuration \Qn Local flow control selection \Nn Error control mode selectionCn Data compression control \Vn Protocol result codeView numbers in blacklist Register values RegistersAppendix D ATSn?S0 Auto answer ring number S3 Command line termination character user definedS1 Ring counter S2 AT escape character user definedS4 Response formatting character user defined S5 Command line editing character user definedS6 Wait before dialing Appendix DS8 Comma pause time S7 Connection completion time-outS11 Dtmf dialing speed S12 Escape guard timeS37 Dial line rate Result Code Numeric Description AT command set result codesDelayed Appendix D Function Transmissionspeed ModeAppendix E Table E-1 Result codes for a V.90 connection Appendix E AT CommandAppendix E Installing the modem board and jack Installing the internal modemInternal Modem Guide Appendix FRemoving the internal modem Card Specifications Wireless LANRadio Characteristics Appendix G2457 Wireless Ieee 802.11 Channels Sets Revision BSupported Frequency Sub-bands Appendix G Wireless Ieee 802.11 Channels Sets Revision aWireless Channels Sets Turbo Mode Appendix H AC Power Cord ConnectorsAustralia Europe USA and CanadaAppendix Parts NumbersConfigurations Glossary-1 GlossaryAbbreviations Glossary-2 AdaptorGlossary-3 Cache memoryGlossary-4 CapacityGlossary-5 DieleteGlossary-6 Device driverGlossary-7 Hard disk drive HDDGlossary-8 HardwareGlossary-9 MenuGlossary-10 MicroprocessorGlossary-11 PromptGlossary-12 Radio frequency interference RFI shieldGlossary-13 Write protectionGlossary-14 GlossaryIndex-1 IndexIndex Index-2 Index-3 Index-4 Index-5 Index-6