Toshiba U400 Laptop - ExpressCard Slot User Guide

Optional Devices

ExpressCard Slot

The computer is equipped with a ExpressCard slot that can accommodate one ExpressCard.

Inserting an ExpressCard

One ExpressCard connector is located on the left side of the computer.

The computer's hot-install feature lets you install ExpressCard while the computer's power is on.

To install an ExpressCard, follow the steps below.

1.Insert the ExpressCard.

2.Press gently to ensure a firm connection.

Windows® hot-install feature lets you insert a ExpressCard while the computer’s power is on.

ExpressCard

Inserting the ExpressCard

After inserting the card, refer to the card’s documentation and check the configuration in Windows® to make sure it is appropriate for your card.

8-2	User’s Manual

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Toshiba U400 user manual ExpressCard Slot, Inserting an ExpressCard

Contents

Toshiba Copyright Disclaimer Safety Instructions Trademarks When Using Your Computer FCC conditions FCC informationFCC notice Declaration of Conformity Information Contact Bsmi notice Taiwan only EU Declaration of Conformity Network Compatibility Statement Modem warning noticeConformity Statement Region selection Type of serviceJapan regulations Redial Disconnection Telephone company proceduresIf problems arise Fax branding Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment Modem warning notice for Australia AT+GCI=09 Xii User’s Manual General conditions User’s Manual Xiii Following information is only for EU-member states EnergyStar Program DVD Super Multi UJ-862E/UJ-862A Optical disc drive safety instructionsPanasonic Hitach-LG Data Storage DVD Super Multi GSA-U20N/GSA-U20F International Precautions Xviii User’s Manual Important Notice User’s Manual Stress injury General PrecautionsCreating a computer-friendly environment ExpressCard overheating Heat injuryPressure or impact damage Mobile phones Table of Contents Using the microphone Getting Started Modem LAN Keyboard Accessing HW Setup -1 HW Setup Window ExpressCard Slot Xxviii User’s Manual Manual contents Preface Icons ConventionsAbbreviations Keys Messages Key operationDisplay Terminology Preface Xxxii User’s Manual Hardware Equipment checklistIntroduction Documentation SoftwareMicrosoft Windows Vista Memory FeaturesProcessor Power Disks Display DVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW DVD-RAM DVD+R DL DVD-R DL CD-DA Ports KeyboardPointing Device Communications SlotsMultimedia Security Special features Automatic Low BatteryToshiba Value Added Package Protection Utilities and Applications Power On Password HW SetupToshiba Hardware Settings Password utility Toshiba Disc FingerPrint utilityDVD Player, then click Toshiba DVD Player Creator Programs , Toshiba , Networking and then Toshiba ConfigFreeClick ConfigFree Toshiba Face Options Introduction User’s Manual Grand Tour Front with the display closed Power LED Volume DialWireless Activity Battery LED Left side Cooling Vents Right side Modem Jack BacksideLAN Jack FM Antenna Jack Underside Display Screen Front with the display openSpeakers Web Camera LED Mute Button Power ButtonBuilt-in microphone CD/ DVD Button Writable discs Optical Disc DriveRegion codes for DVD drive and media Code Region DVD Super Multi drive CDsDVDs AC adaptor CD/DVD button Remote controllerSlim size remote controller Brightness down Power Options ÆChoose what the Power PowerControl panel ÆSystem and Maintenance Æ Volume + Using the remote controller Operational range of the remote controller Operational range of the remote controller Installing/Removing batteries Type of battery that can be used for the remote controller Installing the batteries Replacing the batteries Remove a slim size remote controller Placing slim size remote controllerInserting a slim size remote controller Getting Started Installing the battery pack Connecting the AC adaptor Opening the display Turning on the power Windows Vista setup Sleep Mode Turning off the powerShut Down mode Boot mode Benefits of Sleep Mode Entering Sleep Mode Benefits of Hibernation Mode Hibernation ModeSleep Mode limitations Starting Hibernation Mode Restarting the computer Automatic Hibernation ModeData saving in Hibernation Mode System Recovery Options System Recovery OptionsCreate Optical Recovery Discs Restoring the preinstalled software from the Recovery HDD Restoring the preinstalled software from Recovery Media Using the TouchPad Operating Basics Scroll Using the fingerprint sensorDrag and drop How to swipe the finger Points to note about the fingerprint sensor Click Delete All Fingerprints How to delete the fingerprint dataFingerprint sensor limitations Fingerprint registration Set up procedurePoints to note about the fingerprint utility Fingerprint authentication procedure Windows logon via fingerprint authenticationFingerprint system boot authentication General Fingerprint Single Sign-On feature Click settings Fingerprint utility limitations How to enable fingerprint Single Sign-On featureUSB Sleep and Charge function How to enable/disable USB sleep and charge function Using the Web Camera Using the software Audio Recording Capture Still ImagesVideo Recording Function Settings Using the microphoneUsing the Toshiba Face Recognition Help Utilities Toshiba Face Recognition How to register the Face Recognition DataDisclaimer How to Delete the Face Recognition Data Windows Logon via Toshiba Face Recognition How to launch the help fileAuto Mode Login screen Utilities Toshiba Face Recognition Help Using the optical disc drive Mode Login screen Loading discs Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened Closing the disc drawer Removing discs Before writing or rewriting Writing CD/DVD with the DVD Super Multi driveImportant message DVD Super Multi drive Operating Basics Operating Basics When writing or rewriting Disclaimer DVD Super Multi drive Toshiba Disc Creator How to make a DVD-Video When Using Ulead DVD MovieFactory for ToshibaHow to make a Labelflash DVD Click Labelflash setting and choose Draw Quality How to learn more about Ulead DVD MovieFactory Important information for use Media care CD/DVDs Modem Properties menu SettingsConnecting Modem Selection Disconnecting Using the FM tuner Wireless communications Wireless LAN Security Product Support Wireless communication switchWireless activity LED Control Panel, click System and Maintenance Connecting LAN cableIndicator status Indication LAN cable types Cleaning the computer Disconnecting LAN cable Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection Moving the computer Taskbar Icon Toshiba HDD Protection is disabledToshiba HDD Protection Properties HDD Protection Detection Level Amplification Details3D Viewer Toshiba HDD Protection Message Keyboard Typewriter keys Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard F1 ... F12 function keysSoft keys Fn key combinations Hot keys Keyboard Windows special keys Fn Sticky key Depends on the model you purchased Turning on the overlays Numeric modeKeypad overlay Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on Generating Ascii characters Keyboard User’s Manual Adaptor Power and Power-Up ModesPower conditions Connected Power indicators Battery indicator Battery pack Battery typesPower indicator Blinking orange Real Time Clock battery If the following message is displayed on the LCD Power and Power-Up Modes Care and use of the battery pack Safety precautions Power and Power-Up Modes Procedures Charging the batteries Time Battery charging noticeBattery type Power on Power off Monitoring battery capacity Maximizing battery operating time 3cell, 6cell, 9cell Retaining data with power offExtending battery life Replacing the battery pack Removing the battery pack Starting the computer by password Installing the battery pack System Auto Off Power-up modesPanel power off/on Hot keys HW Setup Window HW SetupAccessing HW Setup Password Boot Priority Enabled Disabled HW Setup User’s Manual Cards/memory Power devicesOptional Devices Peripheral devices ExpressCard Slot Inserting an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard SD/SDHC/MMC/MEMORY Stick / Memory Stick PRO/xD Memory cards Card Type Capacities Installing a memory card Removing a memory card Memory card care Installing a memory module Memory expansion Removing the memory module cover Points to note about memory module error Removing a memory module Additional battery pack Additional AC adaptor External monitor Hdmi Link IEEE1394 Setting for display video on HdmiSettings for audio on Hdmi Precautions Point to i.LINK IEEE1394 device and click Connecting an eSATA deviceESATA External Serial ATA Disconnecting an eSATA device Security lock Optional Devices User’s Manual Troubleshooting Problem solving process Preliminary checklist Analyzing the problem Hardware and system checklist System start-up Self test PowerOverheating power down Problem Procedure AC powerBattery Disposing of PC and PC batteries Real Time Clock Keyboard LCD panel Hard disk drive Recovery Discs ProblemProcedure DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R Pointing device TouchPad USB USB mouse USB Sleep and Charge function Memory expansion Sound system Monitor Modem LAN Fingerprint Sensor ExpressCard Before you call Where to writeToshiba support India Rest of Europe Outside of Europe Singapore SpainUnited States of America United Kingdom Troubleshooting User’s Manual Environmental Requirements SpecificationsPower Requirements Built-in Modem Protocol Communication specificationsSystem Speed Transmitting level Impedance Error correctingPower supply Receiving level Specifications User’s Manual Display Controller Display controller Display Controller User’s Manual Wireless LAN Card Specifications Modulation Radio CharacteristicsFrequency Technique 2457 Supported Frequency Sub-bandsChannel ID 2467 Wireless LAN User’s Manual Europe AC Power Cord and ConnectorsCertification agencies USA and Canada United Kingdom Legal Footnotes Non-applicable Icons Memory Main System Graphics Processor Unit GPU Battery LifeHard Disk Drive HDD Capacity Images Wireless LANCopy Protection Glossary Abbreviations Glossary Ascii Glossary-4 User’s Manual Glossary-5 Glossary-6 User’s Manual Glossary-7 Glossary-8 User’s Manual Glossary-9 Glossary-10 User’s Manual Glossary-11 Glossary-12 User’s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary Glossary-14 User’s Manual Index Index Index-3 Index Index-4 User’s Manual