Toshiba Desk Station V Plus User manual

Introduction 1-1

Chapter 1

Introduction

This chapter introduces the Toshiba Desk Station V Plus. The Toshiba

Desk Station V Plus expands the capabilities of your Toshiba Portégé 650CT,

Tecra 500 and 710/720 notebook computers.

How to Use This Manual

Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions:

❖Italics identify variables for which you substitute values.

For example, when this manual discusses entering the time and date, it

refers to the hours and minutes as hh:mm. Replace hh with the current

hour and mm with the current minutes.

❖A distinctive typeface distinguishes keytops and embossed legends and

icons identifying ports on the Desk Station V Plus and the computer from

surrounding text.

For example, we refer to the printer port as the Printer port.

❖Each key is spelled exactly as you see it on the keyboard. A plus (+) sign

indicates combinations of keys.

For example, Ctrl + Break means you must hold down Ctrl and at the

same time press Break.

❖References to parts of the computer are in boldface type the first time

they are referred to in the text.

❖A distinctive typeface is used to indicate text from the computer monitor,

such as, "TOSHIBA Desk Station ATTACHED."

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Check Your Equipment

Your Desk Station V Plus comes with everything you need to get up and run-

ning quickly. However, it's a good idea to make sure you received every-

thing you were supposed to. The following items are provided with your

Desk Station V Plus. Additional items may be included, depending on the

country in which you purchased your Desk Station V Plus.

❖Desk Station V Plus unit

❖AC power cord

❖Keys (2)

❖CRT stand

❖Desk Station V Plus User’s Manual (this manual)

❖AMD PCSCSI Software Installation Guide

❖Warranty Card

If any of the items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately.

If your Desk Station V Plus needs repair, if you want a referral to a Toshiba

authorized service center, or if you want answers to questions regarding

technical support, call Toshiba Product Support at (800) 999-4273.

There is a list of addresses for worldwide Toshiba support at the end of

Chapter 5.

CAUTION: Do not disassemble or modify any part of the Desk Station V

Plus unless you are following the procedures in this manual.

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Features and Benefits

The Desk Station V Plus incorporates the following features and benefits:

Expansion board slots Two full-sized slots for both 8-bit or 16-bit ISA

expansion boards and 32-bit PCI expansion boards.

One half-size slot for 32-bit PCI expansion boards.

SelectBay™ The SelectBay makes it easy to install and remove

a Toshiba 3 1/2" diskette drive module, a Toshiba

CD-ROM drive module or a Toshiba HDD drive

module.

5 1/4" expansion bay A space is provided in the Desk Station V Plus for

any industry standard half-height 5 1/4" device

(such as a hard disk, a tape drive or a CD-ROM

drive). This expansion bay has internal SCSI and

EIDE/ATAPI interface connections.

Type III PC Card slots The Desk Station V Plus includes two Card Bus

ready Type III PC Card slots, allowing you to

connect up to two PCMCIA compatible PC Cards,

such as modems, network cards and ATA devices.

RGB port You can connect an external VGA or SVGA video

monitor to this port. This port replaces the

computer’s RGB port.

Parallel port The Centronics-compatible parallel interface port

allows you to connect a parallel printer. If you do

not use this parallel port for a printer, you can

connect one of the following through the use of an

Enhanced Capabilities port (ECP) function:

LAN adapter

Tape backup device

SCSI adapter

ECP printer

This port replaces the computer's parallel port.

Serial port A standard 9-pin, RS-232C serial port lets you

connect serial devices such as a serial printer, a

mouse, a bar code reader, or an Optical Character

Reader (OCR) wand. This port replaces the

computer’s serial port.

SCSI II port A 50-pin, high-density shielded connector lets you

connect SCSI devices internally and externally.

Keyboard port An external keyboard port lets you connect a PS/2

keyboard. This port replaces the computer’s

external keyboard port.

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Mouse port A mouse port lets you connect a PS/2 mouse. This

port replaces the computer’s mouse port.

MIDI/Joystick port This port lets you connect a MIDI device or a

Joystick.

Microphone jack A microphone jack lets you connect a stereo

microphone to your computer.

Headphone jack A headphone jack lets you connect a stereo

headphone to your computer. Use a headphone with

an impedance of 16Ω.

Line-In jack Use this jack to connect an audio device such as a

tape deck, CD-ROM player or radio.

Line-Out jack Use this jack to connect external speakers or a tape

deck for recording.

Speakers Two stereo speakers supply audio support with

adjustable volume.

Power supply The universal power supply automatically adjusts

to a wide range of voltage inputs, which means you

can connect the Desk Station V Plus to most AC

power sources around the world. This power supply

simultaneously supplies AC power to the Desk

Station V Plus and DC power to the computer. It

also charges the computer’s battery when the

computer is docked.

Power indicator The Desk Station V Plus’s power indicator glows

orange when the Desk Station V Plus is supplied

with AC power. It glows green when the Desk

Station V Plus is supplied with AC power and

computer is turned on.

CRT stand A CRT stand rests over the top of the Desk Station

V Plus for convenient use of an external monitor.

VCR-style docking mechanism A VCR-style docking mechanism provides you

with an easy and secure way to dock and undock

the computer from the Desk Station V Plus.

Security Lock With the addition of the Noteworthy Computer

Lock, you can secure the Desk Station V Plus to an

immovable object.

Security Ring You can use the Security Ring to attach the Desk

Station V Plus to an immovable object.

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Using Your Desk Station V Plus

Select a Place To Work

Your Desk Station V Plus is designed to be used in a variety of circumstances

and locations. However, by giving some thought to your work environment,

you can protect the Desk Station and make your work hours more

comfortable.

Your Work Area

Use a flat surface with enough room to operate your equipment. If you're

planning to use a printer or other external device, make sure there is enough

space for it as well.

To keep your Desk Station in prime operating condition, make sure your

work area is free from:

❖dust, moisture and direct sunlight.

❖liquids and corrosive chemicals.

❖objects that generate a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo

speakers or speakerphones.

❖rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature

changes such as air conditioner vents or heaters.

❖extreme heat, cold or humidity. Operate the Desk Station within a

temperature range of 40 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit (5 to 35 degrees

Celsius) and a relative humidity of 20 to 80 percent.

KeepYourself Comfortable

Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more

time using their computers. However, with a little care and proper use of the

equipment, you can work comfortable throughout the day.

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In addition to the hints provided in the following sections, there are a number

of books available on ergonomics, repetitive strain injury, and repetitive

stress syndrome.

Placement of the Computer

Proper placement of the computer, the Desk Station V Plus and external

devices is important to avoid stress-related injuries:

❖Place the Desk Station V Plus on a flat, level surface at a comfortable

height and distance. Your arms and hands should be in a relaxed position

with your forearms parallel to the floor. The display should be no higher

than eye level.

❖Leave enough room for any external devices you will use, such as an

external monitor, keyboard or mouse.

❖Maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight

distributed evenly. You should be able to type without twisting

your torso or neck, and you should be able to see the display panel

without slouching.

❖Adjust the display panel to avoid glare.

❖If you use a paper holder, set it about the same height and distance

as the monitor.

Seating and Posture

Proper seating is one of the primary factors in reducing work strain. Some

people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair.

Whichever type your choose, refer to the following guidelines to adjust your

chair for maximum computing comfort.

❖Position your chair so the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of

your elbow. You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders

relaxed.

❖Allow for the increased height of the keyboard from the table surface if

you are typing on the computer's keyboard when it is docked in the Desk

Station V Plus.

If you are using a conventional chair:

❖Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If necessary, use a

foot rest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the back

of your thighs.

❖Adjust the back of your chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine.

If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support. Lower back

support cushions are available at many office supply stores.

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❖Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips and elbows are

at approximately 90 degree angles when you work. Do not slump

forward or lean back too far.

Lighting

Proper lighting can improve the legibility of the display and reduce eye

strain.

❖Position the display panel so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does

not reflect off the screen. Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare.

❖Avoid placing your Desk Station V Plus in front of a bright light that

could shine directly in your eyes.

❖If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer work area.

Arms and Wrists

❖Avoid bending, arching or angling your wrists. Keep them in a relaxed,

neutral position while typing.

❖Exercise your hands, wrists and arms to improve circulation.

Work Habits

The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from repetitive strain is to vary your

activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your work day. Finding

ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.

❖Take frequent breaks to change position, stretch your muscles and relieve

your eyes.

❖Avoid performing repetitive activities for prolonged periods of time. Vary

activities from one task to another.

❖Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods of time can

cause eye strain. Look away from the computer frequently and focus your

eyes on a distant object.

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The Grand Tour 2-1

Drive-in-use Indicator

Docking IndicatorPower Indicator

Computer

Latch

5 1/4" Expansion Bay

Right Speaker

Expansion Port Connector Guide Pin

Undocking Switch

Power Switch

Top Cover 5 1/4" Expansion Bay Access Cover

Speaker Volume

Knob

Left Speaker

Top Cover Latch

SelectBay Eject Lever

Chapter 2

The Grand Tour

This chapter introduces the various parts of your Toshiba Desk Station V

Plus. Please become familiar with each component before using the Desk

Station V Plus.

The Front

The top cover latches located on both sides of the top cover are used to open

the top cover when installing expansion cards in the expansion card slots.

Data shared by the computer and the Desk Station V Plus passes through the

expansion port connector. This connector attaches to the expansion

port on the back of the computer.

The guide pins insert into the holes on the bottom of the rear corners of the

computer and guide the computer to a proper connection with the Desk

Station V Plus.

SelectBay Release Button

Computer Latch

Top Cover

Latch

SelectBay

Guide Pin

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PUSH

Power Switch

Power Indicator

Drive-in-use Indicator

The computer latches engage slots on the bottom of the computer to secure

it to the Desk Station V Plus.

The built-in stereo speakers are located on the front left and right sides of

the desk station. These speakers are used for audio applications including

multimedia programs.

Notice the SelectBay next to the left speaker. You can install the optional

CD-ROM or floppy drive modules in this slot. To remove the installed

SelectBay module use the SelectBay release button and the SelectBay

eject lever on the top of the Desk Station V Plus.

When the Desk Station V Plus power cord is plugged into the wall socket,

the Desk Station V Plus is always in the low power standby state. It is normal

for the internal fan to run whenever the Desk Station is plugged in. The

switch on the left below the SelectBay is the power switch. This switch

turns the power to the computer on and off when the computer is attached to

the Desk Station V Plus. To turn the computer on, push this switch and hold

it until the power indicator glows green. To turn the computer off, push

the power switch and hold it until the power indicator glows orange.

The power indicator glows green when the Desk Station V Plus is supplied

with AC power and the computer is powered on. It glows orange when the

Desk Station V Plus is supplied with AC power and the computer is not

connected or the connected computer is powered off. It is off when the Desk

Station V Plus is not supplied with AC power.

The drive-in-use indicator glows green when the drive installed in the

SelectBay is in use.

The docking indicator glows green when the computer is docked on the

Desk Station V Plus. It blinks green while docking and undocking

procedures are in process. It blinks orange when a docking error occurs.

Pressing the undocking switch ejects the computer from the Desk Station

V Plus so you can easily remove it.

CAUTION: Never remove a disk, turn the computer off or undock the

computer when the drive-in-use indicator glows green.

Always save your files before undocking or going into the

Resume Mode.

The 5 1/4" expansion bay on the right of the SelectBay is protected by the

Expansion bay access cover. You can install any industry standard

half-height 5 1/4" device in this bay.

SelectBay Release Button

SelectBay Eject Lever

Docking Indicator

Undocking Switch

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