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1. Figure 3 5 Turning on the power Starting up for the first time The Windows 7 Welcome Screen will be the first screen displayed when you turn on the power Follow the on screen instructions on each screen in order to properly install the operating system F When it is displayed be sure to read the Software License Terms J carefully User s Manual 3 7 Getting Started Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes either Shut Down Mode Hibernation Mode or Sleep Mode Shut Down Mode When you turn off the power in Shut Down Mode no data will be saved and the computer will boot to the operating system s main screen the next time itis turned on 1 If you have entered data either save it to the hard disk drive or to other storage media 2 Make sure all disk disc activity has stopped before removing the CD DVD BD or floppy diskette Make sure the Hard Disk Drive indicator is off If you turn off the power while a disk disc is being accessed
2. Figure 6 1 Releasing the battery pack 1 User s Manual 6 9 Power and Power up Modes 6 Slide and hold the battery release latch 1 to disengage the battery pack and then remove it from the computer 2 Figure 6 2 Releasing the battery pack 2 To install a battery follow the steps as detailed below 1 Insert the battery pack as far as it will go into the computer 1 2 Ensure that the battery pack is securely in place and the battery safety lock 2 is in its position CM J Figure 6 3 Securing the battery pack 3 Turn your computer over User s Manual 6 10 Power and Power up Modes
3. User s Manual xvi BD Writer Drive Panasonic UJ240EB WN E The BD Writer drive employs a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location lH Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure E 7o prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Location of the required label COMPLIES WITHFDA RADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J MANUFACTURED Panasonic Communications Co Ltd 1 62 4 Chome Minoshima Hakata Ku Fukuoka Japan User s Manual xvii B BD Combo Panasonic UJ141EB BD R RE UJ240EB with Labelflash E The BD Combo BD R RE drive employs a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location lH Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure E 7o prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Location of the required label SERIAL NO MANUFACTURED COMPLIES WITH FDARADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J
4. Disposing of the computer and the computer s batteries E Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and regulations For further information contact your local government This computer contains rechargeable batteries After repeated use the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them Under certain applicable laws and regulation it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash E Please be kind to our shared environment Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly This product contains mercury Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal reuse or recycling information please contact your local government ENERGY STAR Program Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR compliant If the model you a purchased is compliant it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo on the computer and the following information applies Orr AG TOSHIBA is a partner in the ENERGY STAR Program and has designed g this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy il efficiency Your computer ships with the power management 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
5. TOSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility allows you to maintain an additional level of security and provides two levels of password security User and Supervisor Passwords set in TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility are different from the Windows login password User Password To start the utility point to or click the following items Launch TOSHIBA Assist gt SECURE gt User Password E Registered Click to register a password of up to 8 characters After a password is set you will be prompted to enter it when you start the computer H Not Registered Click to delete a registered password Before you can delete a password you must first enter the current password correctly E Owner String text box You can use this box to associate text with the password After you enter text click Apply or OK then each time the computer is switched on this text will be displayed along with the prompt for the password Supervisor password If you set a supervisor password some functions will be restricted when a user logs on with the user password To set a supervisor password TOSHIBA Assist gt SECURE gt Supervisor password This utility lets you do the following E Register or delete the supervisor password E Specify restrictions for general users Starting the computer by password If you have already registered a password there are two ways to start the computer E Swipe your fingerpr
6. ENTER 7 7 I lt gt ins DEL Figure 5 1 A 104 key enhanced keyboard layout This computer s keyboard is designed to provide all the features of the 104 key enhanced keyboard Since the keyboard is smaller some of the enhanced keyboard functions must be simulated using two keys instead of one on the larger keyboard The FN key can be combined with the following keys to simulate functions similar to those of keys on the 104 105 key enhanced keyboard which are not on this computer s keyboard User s Manual 5 2 The Keyboard Hot keys Hot keys pressing FN a function or ESC key let you enable or disable certain features of the computer fesc w Mute Pressing FN ESC turns the volume on and off es N F1 K Lock Pressing FN F1 enters Lock computer mode To restore your desktop you need to log on again Ca 2 z Fd ny 2 Power Plan Pressing FN F2 changes the power settings lt 2 z kD a G Sleep Pressing FN F3 switches the system to Sleep mode FN Ea k Hibernate Pressing FN F4 switches the system to Hibernate mode FN e m JeF e Output Pressing FN F5 changes the active display device Brightness Down Pressing FN F6 decreases the computer s display panel brightness in individua
7. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 Panasonic Communications Co Ltd 1 62 4 Chome Minoshima Hakata ku Fukuoka Japan User s Manual xviii TEAC DVD Super Multi DV W28S V DV W28S S The DVD Super Multi drive employs a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully 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 E 7o prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Location of the required label SERIAL NO MANUFACTURED COMPLIES WITH FDARADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 TEAC CORPORATION 47 Ochiai 1 chome Tama shi Tokyo 206 8530 Japan User s Manual xix International precautions CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN 60825 1 JJA 1 V F RUT CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT TOEN60825 ADVERSEL USYNLIG LASERSTRALING VED ABNING NAR SIKKERHEDSAF BRYDER ER UDE AF FUNKTION UNDG UDSAETTSLSE FOR STRALING CAUTION This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT To use this model properly read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for yo
8. Disclaimer TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following E Damage to any CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW or DVD RAM disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product E Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW DVD RAM or BD R RE media that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product or for any business profit loss or business interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the recorded contents E Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or software Given the technological limitations of current optical disc writing drives you may experience unexpected writing or rewriting errors due to disc quality or problems with hardware devices In view of this it is good practice to make two or more copies of important data in case of any undesired change or loss of the recorded contents User s Manual 4 25 Operating Basics TOSHIBA Disc Creator Please be aware of the following limitations when you use the TOSHIBA Disc Creator m DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator DVD Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot use TOSHIBA Disc Creator s Audio CD for Car or Home CD Player function to record music to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW medi
9. E Saves data to the hard disk drive when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery condition E You can return to your previous working environment immediately when you turn on the computer E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Hibernate feature E Allows the use of the panel power off feature Starting Hibernation Mode You can also enable Hibernation Mode by pressing FN F4 please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details To enter Hibernation Mode follow the steps below 1 Click Start 2 Click the arrow button p in the power management button SEG and select Hibernate from the menu Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to enter Hibernation Mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid In order to define these settings you can follow the steps as described below 1 Click Start and click the Control Panel 2 Click System and Security and click Power Options 3 Click Choose what the power button does or Choose what closing the lid does 4 Enable the desired Hibernation Mode settings for When I press the power button and When I close the lid 5 Click the Save changes button Data save in Hibernation Mode When you turn off the power in Hibernation Mode the computer will take a moment to save the current data in memory to the hard
10. E The Blu ray disc movie can be played only with internal LCD display or external devices connected by RGB and HDMI output WinDVD does not support Clone mode DualView which plays on internal LCD and external display or TV E This product does not play HD DVD discs Blu ray discs with high definition content required for HD viewing Media care This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD s DVD s BD s and floppy diskettes Handle your media with care Following the simple precautions listed below will increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on it CD DVDs 1 Store your CD s DVD s and BD s in the containers they originally came in to protect them and keep them clean 2 Do not bend the CD s DVD s or BD s 3 Do not write on apply a sticker to or otherwise mar the surface of the CD DVD or BD that contains the data 4 Hold the CD DVD or BD by its outside edge or the edge on the center hole any fingerprints on the surface of the disc can prevent the drive from properly reading data 5 Do not expose the CD DVD or BD to direct sunlight extreme heat or cold 6 Do not place heavy objects on your CD s DVD s or BD s User s Manual 4 33 Operating Basics 7 If your CD s DVD s or BD s become dusty or dirty wipe them with a clean dry cloth from the center hole outwards do not wipe in a circular direction If necessary you can use a cloth that has been lig
11. Utilities Web Camera Application Lo jeje 1 Capture Still Images 2 Open Close Preview Area 3 Delete Recorded File 4 Video Recording 5 Camera Resolution 6 Capture Settings Figure 4 10 Using the Software User s Manual 4 38 Operating Basics Capture Still Image Open Close Preview Area Delete Recorded File Video Recording Camera Resolution Capture Settings Click to capture a still image and see a preview of the captured image in preview area Click to open Preview Area One more to close Preview Area Choose a thumbnail of recorded file and click this button to delete this file from hard disk Click to start recording One more to stop recording and see preview of the video in preview area Choose resolution for Preview Capture and Record Open Capture Settings dialog box Chooses from the Basic tab to select photo and video saving location select Capture Format and Video Quality Using TOSHIBA Face Recognition This feature uses a face verification library to verify the face data of users when they log in Windows The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like which makes the login process easier J E TOSHIBA Face Recognition does not guarantee the correct identification of a user Changes to the likeness of a registrant such as hairstyle changes wearing a cap or wearing glasses may affect the recognition rates when such changes occur
12. the center of the palm rest is used to control the movement of the on screen pointer For more information please refer to the Using the Touch Pad section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Touch Pad control The control buttons located below the Touch Pad buttons allow you to select menu items or manipulate text and graphics as designated by the on screen pointer Fingerprint Sensor This sensor enables you to enroll and recognize a fingerprint For detailed information on Fingerprint Sensor refer to Chapter 4 Using the Fingerprint Sensor Some models are equipped with a Fingerprint Sensor System indicators These LED indicators allow you to monitor the status of various computer functions and are described in more detail within the System indicators section Display hinge The display hinge allows the display panel to be position at a variety of easy to view angles User s Manual 2 11 The Grand Tour Display screen Please be aware that when the computer is operating on the AC adaptor the image displayed on the internal screen will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power This difference in brightness levels is intended to save power when operating on batteries For more information on the computer s display please refer to the Display Controller section in Appendix B Microphone A built in microphone allows you to import and record sounds for your application please refer to the Sound syste
13. AT commands EIA 578 commands Computer s speaker Communication specifications Communication system Communication protocol Communication speed Error correcting Data compression Data Full duplex Fax Half duplex Data ITU T Rec V 21 V 22 V 22bis V 32 V 32 Former CCITT bis V 34 V 90 Bell 103 212A Fax ITU T Rec V 17NV 29 V 27ter V 21 ch2 Former CCITT Data transmission and reception 300 1200 2400 4800 7200 9600 12000 14400 16 800 19200 21600 24000 26400 28800 31 200 33 600 bps Data reception only with V 90 28000 29333 30666 32000 33333 34666 36000 37333 38666 40000 41333 42666 44000 45333 46666 48000 49333 50666 52000 53333 54666 56000 bps Fax 2400 4800 7200 9600 12000 14400 bps MNP class 4 and ITU T V 42 MNP class 5 and ITU T V 42bis User s Manual A 2 TOSHIBA Appendix B Display Controller Display controller The display controller interprets software commands into hardware com mands that turn particular pixels on or off A high resolution external monitor connected to the computer can display up to 1600 horizontal and 1200 vertical pixels at up to 16M colors The display controller also controls the video mode which uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum number of colors that can be displayed on screen Software written for a given video mode will run on any computer that sup ports the mode Some of display modes might n
14. cache memory A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer s main memory See also L1 cache L2 cache capacity The amount of data that can be stored on a magnetic storage device such as a floppy diskette or hard disk drive It is usually described in terms of kilobytes KB where one KB 1024 bytes megabytes MB where one MB 1024 KB and gigabytes GB where one GB 1024 MB CD An individual compact disc See also CD ROM CD R A Compact Disc Recordable disc can be written once and read many times See also CD ROM CD ROM A Compact Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacity disc that can be read from but not written to The CD ROM drive uses a laser rather than magnetic heads to read data from the disc CD RW A Compact Disc ReWritable disc can be rewritten many times See also CD ROM character Any letter number punctuation mark or symbol used by the computer Also synonymous with byte chassis The frame containing the computer chip A small semiconductor containing computer logic and circuitry for processing memory input output functions and controlling other chips click To press and release the pointing device s primary button without moving the pointing device In the Windows operating system this refers to the pointing device s left button unless otherwise stated See also doub
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16. the Fn F1 keys when running the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Display Devices amp Audio 1 TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER will only run when Colors is set to True Color 32 bit The Colors setting can be adjusted on the Monitor tab in the Display Settings To open the Display Settings click Start gt Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Appearance gt Display Change display settings Advanced settings If the DVD Video image is not displayed on an external display or television stop the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER and change the screen resolution in Resolution on the Adjust screen resolution To open the Adjust screen resolution click Start Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization Appearance Display Adjust resolution However video cannot be output to some external displays and televisions due to output or playback conditions When viewing DVD Video on an external display or TV change the display device before playing DVD Video cannot be displayed simultaneously in clone mode on both the computer s display panel and an external display Do not change the screen resolution while running the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER 1 2 TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER software is supported for playback of DVD Video and DVD VR The TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER does not have a parental control function In order to protect copyrights the Windows Print Screen function is disabled when TOSHIB
17. 1 Editing digital video Log in with Administrator rights to use DVD MovieFactory Make sure that your computer is running on AC power when using DVD MovieFactory Operate the computer at Full Power Do not use power saving features While you are editing DVD you can display preview However if another application is running The preview might not display properly DVD MovieFactory cannot edit or play copy protected content Do not enter Sleep or Hibernation Mode while using DVD MovieFactory Do not operate DVD MovieFactory immediately after turning on the computer Please wait until all Disc Drive activity has stopped When recording to a DV Camcorder to ensure you capture all of your data let the camcorder record for a few seconds before you begin recording your actual data CD recorder DVD Audio mini DVD and Video CD functions are not supported in this version While recording video to DVD please close all other programs Do not run software like a screen saver because it can put a heavy load on the CPU There is no support for mp3 decode and encode 2 Before recording the video to DVD When you record DVD disc please use only discs recommended by the Drive manufacturer Do not set the working drive to a slow device like a USB1 1 hard disk drive or it will fail to write DVD Do not perform any of the following actions E Operate the computer for any other function including using a mouse or Touch Pad
18. Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes if required 8 Turn your computer over Battery Packs You can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs so that if you re away from an AC power source and your battery runs low you can replace it with a freshly charged battery Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for further information Universal AC Adaptor If you frequently use your computer at more than one site it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in order to remove the need to always carry the adaptor with you Battery Charger The battery charger provides a convenient way to charge up to two Lithium lon battery packs without requiring the use of your computer User s Manual 8 9 Optional Devices USB floppy diskette drive The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1 44MB or 720KB a 3 2 1 floppy diskette and connects to one of the computer s USB ports The USB floppy diskette drive is available only as an option 1 USB connector 2 Disk In Use Indicator 3 Floppy diskette slot 4 Eject button Figure 8 6 USB floppy diskette drive USB connector Insert this connector into one of the free USB ports of your computer Disk In Use Indicator This indicator glows when the floppy diskette is being accessed Floppy diskette slot Insert a floppy diskette into this slot Eject button When a floppy diskette is fully
19. Click Tap once Double click Tap twice Drag and drop Tap to select the item s you want to move leave your finger on the Touch Pad after the second tap and then move the item s to their new destination Using the Fingerprint Sensor 1 This product has a fingerprint utility installed for the purpose of enrolling and recognizing fingerprints By enrolling the ID and password to the fingerprint authentication device it is no longer necessary to input the password from the keyboard Just by swiping the finger against the fingerprint sensor the following functions will be enabled E Logon to Windows and access a security enabled homepage through IE Internet Explorer E Files and folders can be encrypted decrypted and third party access to them prevented E Disable the password protected screen saver when returning from power saving Sleep mode E Single Sign On feature B Authentication of the User Password and Hard Disk Password when booting up the computer To swipe refers to the action of reading a fingerprint using the fingerprint sensor How to Swipe your Finger Using the following steps when swiping fingers for fingerprint registration or authentication will help to minimize authentication failures 1 Align the first joint of the finger to the center of the sensor Lightly touch the sensor and swipe finger levelly towards you 2 While lightly touching the sensor swipe the finger towards you until the sen
20. Default Disabled Disables the USB Legacy Emulation LAN Wake up on LAN This feature lets the computer s power be turned on from shutdown when it receives awake up packet Magic packet from the LAN Regarding Wake up on LAN from sleep or hibernation you must check the Allow the device to wake the computer check box within the LAN Device properties This feafure does not effect the Wake up on LAN from sleep or hibernation Enabled Enables Wake up on LAN from shutdown Disabled Disables Wake up on LAN from shutdown Default The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled Built in LAN This feature enables or disables the Built in LAN Enabled Enables Built in LAN function Default Disabled Disables Built in LAN function User s Manual 7 4 HW Setup and Passwords lllumination Illumination ON OFF This feature allows you to set conditions for Front Edge Logo LED touchpad illumination LED and Function button backlight LED Depending on the model you purchased ON On Default OFF Off Keyboard Backlight Auto Keyboard backlight will be on when hit any key Hotkey When Fn is pressed keyboard backlight will turn on off alternately SATA eSATA This feature allows you to set conditions of eSATA Enabled Enables the
21. If an external microphone or audio cable is connected to the Microphone jack the Realtek HD Audio Manager Connector Settings dialog will be displayed allowing selection of either Line In or Mic In input Information Click the information button to view hardware information software information and language setting Speaker Configuration Click the playback button to confirm the internal speakers or the headphone sound is coming from the right direction Sound Effects This section explains how to select various sound effects E Environment simulates reverberations of sound for familiar environments around us You can select an existing preset in the menu Equalizer raises or lowers a frequency of sound to simulate a popular genre of music You can select an existing preset in the menu E Karaoke cancels the specific frequency of sound and results in the Vocal Cancellation Clicking the Karaoke icon lowers the vocal sound within music Using the arrow buttons will adjust the musical key of the sound Microphone Effects Microphone Effects are only found within Microphone window E Noise Suppression reduces background noise and fan noise E Acoustic Echo Cancellation reduces feedback and feedback echo Default Format You can change the sample rate and bit depth of sound User s Manual 4 36 Operating Basics Using the web camera Some models are equipped with a Web Camera Web Camera is a device
22. Wireless communication indicator LAN The wireless communication indicator shows the status of the computer s wireless communication functions Indicator status Indication Indicator off The wireless communication switch is off No wireless functionality is available Indicator glows Wireless communication switch is on Wireless LAN or Bluetooth is turned on by an application If you used the Taskbar to disable the wireless LAN restart the computer or perform the following procedure to re enable it Click Start open Control Panel click System and Security click Device Manager on System category double click Network Adapters and right click the wireless device then choose Enable The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX and Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 megabits per second 1000BASE T This section describes how to connect disconnect to a LAN Do not install or remove a memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled E The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature E The Link speed 10 100 1000 megabits per second changes automatically depending on the network conditions connected device cable or noise and so on LAN cable types The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN Logging onto a LAN using the computer s
23. loose cables can cause signal errors Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins Check that your floppy diskette CD DVD or BD media is correctly loaded Always try to make detailed notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log This will help you to describe your problems to your reseller dealer or service provider In addition if a problem recurs the log you have made will help to identify the problem faster Analyzing the problem Sometimes the computer will give you clues that can help you identify why it is malfunctioning In view of this you should keep the following questions in mind Which part of the computer is not operating properly keyboard hard disk drive optical disc drive display panel touch pad touch pad control buttons as each device will produce different symptoms Check the options within the operating system to ensure that its configuration is set properly What appears on the display Does it display any messages or random characters If you have a printer attached print a copy of the screen using the PRTSC key and if possible look up the messages in the documentation included with the computer software or operating system Check that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached as loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent signals Do any indicators light up If so which ones what color are they and do they stay on o
24. modem jack for connection to the telephone line Please note that both the V 90 and V 92 standards are only supported in the USA Canada Germany UK and France Only the V 90 standard is supported in other regions You should also be aware that the speed of data and fax transfer will depend on the analog telephone line conditions The integrated model is only installed as a standard device in some markets The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX and Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 megabits per second 1000BASE T It is pre installed as a standard device in some markets Some computers in this series have Bluetooth wireless communication function which eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as computers and printers and mobile phones When it is enabled Bluetooth provides the wireless personal area network environment which is safe and trustworthy that is quick and easy The computers in this series are equipped with a Wireless LAN module that is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802 11 Standard a E The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over J which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access po
25. or other peripheral device and then transmits the data to printer the printer is said to echo the CRT enable To turn on a computer option See also disable erase See delete escape 1 A code ASCII code 27 signaling the computer that what follows are commands used with peripheral devices such as printers and modems 2 A means of aborting the task currently in progress escape guard time A time before and after an escape code is sent to the modem which distinguishes between escapes that are part of the transmitted data and escapes that are intended as a command to the modem execute To interpret and execute an instruction F fast infrared An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps file A collection of related information a file can contain data programs or both fingerprint sensor The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint firmware A set of instructions built into the hardware which controls and directs a microprocessor s activities flash memory Non volatile memory that can be written to as well as read Information in flash memory remains whether or not the computer is receiving power This type of memory is used to retain your fingerprint data See also memory Compare RAM and ROM floppy diskette A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data floppy diskette drive FDD An electromechani
26. out of the use of this fingerprint recognition software or utility Points to note about the fingerprint utility If Windows 7 file encryption function EFS Encryption File System is used to encrypt a file the file cannot be further encrypted using the encryption function of this software You can back up the fingerprint data or the information registered to Automatic password input in IE Please use Import Export on TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility main menu Software Management Please also refer to the fingerprint utility Help file for more information You can start it using the following method E Click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility The main screen is displayed Click in the lower left corner of the screen Setup Procedure Please use the following procedure when first using fingerprint authentication i Fingerprint Registration Enroll the required authentication data using the Fingerprint Enrollment Wizard The fingerprint authentication uses the same Windows logon ID and password If the Windows logon password has not been setup please do so before registration This sensor has memory space for at least 20 fingerprint patterns You might be able to register more fingerprint patterns depending on the sensor memory usage Click Start All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility Or double click the icon in the Task Bar
27. please refer to each utility s online manual help files or README TXT file Fingerprint Utility Some models of this computer series support a fingerprint utility which is installed for the purpose of enrolling and recognizing fingerprints which can then be linked to a username and password in order to remove the need to input these details from the keyboard Just by swiping an enrolled finger against the fingerprint sensor the following functions will be enabled E Log on to Windows and access a security enabled homepage through Internet Explorer E Files and folders can be encrypted decrypted and third party access to them is prevented E Disable the password protected screen saver when returning from a power saving mode such as Sleep Mode E Authentication of the User Password and if applicable the HDD Hard Disk Drive Password when booting up the computer Pre OS Authentication E Single Swipe Sign on feature E Fingerprint security cannot be used in models that do not have a fingerprint module installed Bluetooth Stack for This software enables communication between Windows by Toshiba the computer and external Bluetooth devices such as printers and mobile phones e Bluetooth functions cannot be used in models that do not have a Bluetooth Jl module installed User s Manual 1 18 Introduction TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that provides access to specific tools utili
28. then green twice An error will occur if a memory module is inserted into Slot B while no memory module is inserted in Slot A Sound system Procedure In the event of Power indicator flashes when the computer is turned on you should initially ensure that the installed memory module s are compatible with the computer If you determine that an incompatible module has been installed you should follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn off the computer 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripheral devices Remove the battery pack Remove the incompatible memory module 5 Install the battery and or connect the AC adaptor 6 Turn on the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider AW Remove the memory module from Slot B and insert it into Slot A In addition to the information in this section please also refer to the documentation supplied with your audio device Problem No sound is heard Procedure Adjust the volume control Press the Volume UP button to increase the volume and press the Volume DOWN button to decrease the volume Check the software volume settings Please check to see if Mute is turned to Off Check to make sure the headphone connection is secure User s Manual 9 22 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Check within the Windows Device Manager application to ensure the sound function is ena
29. they should be performed by TOSHIBA Corporation or an authorized representative of TOSHIBA Corporation User s Manual viii Disconnection If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line please call the telephone company and let them know of this change Fax branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such a message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the date and time it is sent an identification of the business other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business other entity or individual In order to program this information into your fax modem you should complete the setup of your fax software before sending messages Use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord Instructions for IC CS 03 certified equipment 1 The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document s The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction B
30. your neck down and up User s Manual 4 40 Operating Basics 8 Registration will end after you have repeatedly moved your neck left right down and up When the register succeeds below message will be displayed on the screen Registration successful Now we ll do the verification test Click the Next button Click the Next button to perform the verification test 9 Perform the verification test Face the screen as you do when you register 7 E f verification fails click the Back button and re register Please refer to step 8 from step 6 10 If verification is successful click the Next button and register an account 11 Register the account Fill in the account registration fields Fill in the all fields 12 The Management screen is displayed The registered account name will be displayed Clicking on it will cause the captured image of your face to be displayed on the left How to Delete the Face Recognition Data Delete image data account information and personal record data created during registration To delete the Face Recognition Data follow the steps as described below 1 To launch this utility click Start All Programs TOSHIBA gt Utilities Face Recognition The Management screen is displayed 2 Select a user which is deleted in the Management screen 3 Click the Delete button You are about to delete the user data Would you like to continue will be displayed on t
31. 12 HW Setup and Passwords HW SS UU ia facie a age otis aia rene 3p aang aie io fete a eatin aah tere a eta 7 1 Accessing HW Setup 2220 cece eee eee eee 7 1 HW Setup Window 002 22 ceeeeeeeeee 7 1 Optional Devices ExpressCard ie see oe ee ee hee ed eds eneen ia eee chek Red eee 8 2 Bridge media Slot 0 0 cece eee eee eens 8 4 Additional memory module 0c e eee eee eee 8 6 Battery Packs oo ci caiee eee ee a ee eee ee eee a 8 9 Universal AC Adaptor 2 02 0c 8 9 Battery Charger 0 cc cece eee eee nee eens 8 9 USB floppy diskette drive 2000 2c ee eee eee 8 10 eSATA External Serial ATA 0 00 e eee eee eee 8 12 External monitor ccc ee ee ee ee ee eee eee 8 13 Television via HDMI 00 0 cee eee es 8 15 Security lock 10 ccc eee 8 19 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 22000e eee e eee eee eee 9 1 Hardware and system checklist 0000e eee eens 9 3 TOSHIBA Support 0 ccc ees 9 28 Disclaimers CP i eg Baoan eee eee tn See ig aes aeiete 10 1 Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Appendix D Appendix E Appendix F User s Manual Memory Main System 0 00 e eee eee eee eee 10 2 Battery Lite cic asec dees nA i wee be are da ee ee re es 10 3 SSD HDD drive capacity 00 cee eee 10 3 ECD said Seen race eat aren acacia eat EAE Se aoa ocean Oe eed ace ec es 10 3 Graphics Processo
32. Battery white DC IN white Battery partially e Operates charged or no Quick Charge charge e LED Battery amber DC IN white No battery Operates installed e No charge e LED Battery off DC IN white Power off no operation e LED Battery white DC IN white Quick charge e LED Battery amber DC IN white e No charge e LED Battery off DC IN white User s Manual 6 1 Power and Power up Modes AC adaptor not connected Battery charge is above low battery trigger point Battery charge is below low battery trigger point Battery charge is exhausted No battery installed Power indicators Table 6 1 Power conditions continued Power on Power off no operation e Operates e LED Battery off DC IN off e Operates e LED Battery flashes Amber DC IN off Computer goes into Sleep Mode and shuts down e Cannot operate e LED Battery off DC IN off As shown in the below table the Battery DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer s operating capability and battery charge status Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery pack the following indicator conditions should be noted Flashing amber Amber White No light Q The battery charge is low the AC adaptor must be connected in order to recharge the battery Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is charging Indicates t
33. Be careful not to open the display panel too far as this could put stress on the display panel s hinges and cause damage Do not press or push on the display panel Do not lift the computer by the display panel Do not close the display panel with pens or any other objects left in between the display panel and the keyboard When opening or closing the display panel place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to slowly open or close the display panel Do not use excessive force when opening or closing the display panel User s Manual 3 6 Getting Started Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power the Power indicator light will then indicate the status Please refer to the Monitoring of power condition section in Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for more information e F E After you turn on the power for the first time do not turn it off until you J have set up the operating system Please refer to the section Starting up for the first time for more information E Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows Setup 1 Open the computer s display panel 2 Press the computer s power button
34. Center to the main window Changes the TV channel or moves a page up and down depending on the available options Turns your computer sound on off Allows you to start recording of TV programs The Recorded TV feature of Media Center will be activated Opens the Television Program Guide to display available TV channels and programs to watch and record A shortcut to the full screen view It also takes you to the current point in a live TV program after pausing live TV Opens the main menu on a DVD movie if available Allows you to select a channel or chapter number while watching TV or CD DVD BD replay Numbers letters or symbols can be entered To select a channel or chapter number of two or more digits press the buttons sequentially For example press the 1 button and then the 0 button to select the number 10 Deletes entered numbers letters or symbols The OK button on the Remote Controller has the same functions User s Manual 2 24 The Grand Tour Red Green Yellow It jumps to a registration link and Blue buttons These buttons are not provided with some models Teletext Starts or terminates the Teletext mode This button is not provided with some models Slim Size Remote Controller 000 008 1 CD DVD BD 11 Mute 2 Brightness down 12 Back 3 Brightness up 13 More Info 4 Power 14 Start 5 Volume 15 REW Rewind 6 Volume 16 Play Pause 7 DVD Menu 17 FW
35. Dial Line Rate V90 sets the maximum V 90 downstream that the modem attempts to connect V 90 disabled V 90 enabled automatic speed selection maximum modem speed default User s Manual C 3 TOSHIBA Appendix D Wireless LAN This appendix is intended to help you get your Wireless LAN network up and running with a minimum of parameters Card Specifications Form Factor Mini Card Compatibility E IEEE 802 11 Standard for Wireless LANS E Wi Fi Wireless Fidelity certified by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance Network Operating E Windows Networking System Media Access E CSMA CA Collision Avoidance with Protocol Acknowledgment ACK Data Rate M 54 48 36 24 18 9 6 Mb s Revision A and G E 11 5 5 2 1 Mb s Revision B User s Manual D 1 Radio Characteristics Radio Characteristics of Wireless LAN Cards may vary according to E Country region where the product was purchased E Type of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been designed for operation in the license free 2 4GHz and 5GHz band local radio regulations may impose a number of limitations to the use of wireless communication equipment Refer to the sheet Information to the User for regulatory information that may apply in your country region R F Frequency E Band
36. ExpressCard is not inserted all the way into the computer the eject button may not cause it to pop out sufficiently to allows it to be grasped In this instance simply push the ExpressCard firmly back into the computer and then press the eject button again 4 Press the extended eject button in order to eject the ExpressCard partially out of the computer 5 Grasp the ExpressCard and remove it Figure 8 2 Removing the ExpressCard 6 Re insert the Dummy card into the ExpressCard slot 7 When you do not use a ExpressCard please be sure to insert a Dummy T card User s Manual 8 3 Optional Devices Bridge media slot The computer is equipped with a Bridge media slot that can accommodate some kinds of memory media with various memory capacities so that you can easily transfer data from devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants E Keep foreign objects out of the Bridge media slot Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer or Keyboard Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury 1 E This Bridge media slot supports the following memory media E Secure Digital SD Card SD memory card SDHC memory card miniSD Card microSD Card E Memory Stick Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo E xD picture card E MultiMediaCard MMC E Please note
37. Function buttons 0 cece eens 2 14 System indicators 000 0c cee ee 2 15 Optical disc drives sis screeni dia a ee 2 17 Remote Controller 00 0 eee eee 2 21 Using the Remote Controller 0 0 00 eee 2 27 Installing Removing batteries 00 0 cece 2 29 AG adaptor ss iceet scien sas Cae eee eee ele eee ow 2 34 Getting Started Connecting the AC adaptor 2220 eee eee eee 3 2 Opening the display 2c e eee eee eee 3 5 Turning on the power 220 cee eee eee eee 3 7 Starting up for the first time 2002220 eens 3 7 Turning off the power 200 cee eee eee 3 8 Restarting the computer 2000 2c eee eee eee 3 12 System Recovery Options 000 scenes 3 12 Operating Basics Using the TOUCH Pad oie isis ie cece dig ists tical he tices ate aun Peer Rew dees 4 1 Using the Fingerprint Sensor 0 00 e eee eee eee 4 3 Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge function 4 10 Using optical disk driveS 0 cece eee 4 12 Function buttons 0 0 cece eee eee 4 19 Writing CD DVD BD on DVD Super Multi drives or BD Writer drives or BD Combo driveS 0 0 0 cee eee eee 4 19 Media s cyc escue cee heed eee ea ee ee ee ee a ee 4 33 Sound SysteM si srs sec ied Cee ae dee eee we ee ee 4 35 Using the web camera 0 c cece eee eee 4 37 Using TOSHIBA Web Camera Application 4 38
38. Optional Devices for more details User s Manual Introduction Headphone S PDIF jack Microphone jack TV Tuner Infrared receiver window Full size and Slim size remote controller This jack lets you connect digital speakers or a stereo headphone 16 ohm minimum When you connect a digital speaker or headphones the internal speaker is automatically disabled This jack can be used also as S PDIF jack and enables connection of optical digital correspondence apparatus A 3 5mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a three conductor mini jack for stereo microphone input and connection of a stereo device for audio input TV Tuner enables watching and recording TV programs Some models are equipped with the TV Tuner This is a sensor window that receives signals from the remote controller which is provided with your computer Models which do not include a remote controller are not equipped with an infrared receiver so the computer cannot be operated with a remote controller Use this device to navigate when playing CDs DVDs BDs The slim size remote controller is stored within the ExpressCard slot Provided with some models User s Manual Introduction Communications Modem Bluetooth Wireless LAN Some models are equipped with the integrated modem The integrated modem provides capability for data and fax communications that support the V 90 V 92 standards and includes a
39. Protection section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics for details 3 The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard J disk drive will not be damaged Hibernation Mode This feature lets you turn off the power to the computer without exiting from your software The contents of main memory are automatically saved to the hard disk drive so that when you next turn the power on again you can continue working right where you left off Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 Getting Started for more details Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work you can use this feature to allow you to turn off power to the computer without exiting from your software Data is maintained in the computer s main memory so that when you next turn on the power you can continue working right where you left off Optical Drive Auto This function automatically locks the optical disc Lock drive eject button if the computer detects any vibration or other shocks while running on the battery This function prevents the disc tray from opening even if the eject button is pushed unexpectedly For information on using this feature please refer to the Optical Drive Auto Lock section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics User s Manual 1 16 Introduction TOSHIBA Value Added Package This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre installed on the computer TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Button Support TOSH
40. RAM DVD R Dual Layer or BD R BD RE discs TOSHIBA Disc Creator and Corel DVD MovieFactory are provided as writing software with this computer Corel DVD MovieFactory can be used to write files in video format TOSHIBA Disc Creator can be used to write data User s Manual 4 19 Operating Basics a E Please refer to the section Writable discs Chapter 2 for details about the types of writable CD DVD and BD discs that can be supported by this computer E Do not turn off the power to the optical disc drive while the computer is accessing it as this may cause you to lose data E CD R RW media cannot be accessed using the Create CD DVD option in Media Center E 7o write data to CD R RW media use the TOSHIBA Disc Creator feature that is installed on your computer JN When writing information to media using an optical drive you should always ensure that you connect the AC adaptor to a live power socket It is possible that if data is written while powered by the battery pack the write process may sometimes fail due to low battery power in these instances data loss may occur Important message Before you write or rewrite to any of the media supported by the DVD Super Multi drive or BD drive please read and follow all of the setup and operating instructions in this section If you fail to do so you may find that the DVD Super Multi drive or BD drive may not function properly and you may fail to write or rewr
41. RW write 24 speed maximum Ultra speed media Use only round standard 12cm discs with this slot loading optical drive Any other size or shape disc may not be able to be removed from the slot and may damage the system as well as the disc User s Manual 2 20 The Grand Tour Remote Controller A remote controller which is provided with some models enables you to perform some functions of your computer from a distant location There are two different types of remote controllers E Full size remote controller H Slim size remote controller E Some models are included with either a Full size remote controller or Slim size remote controller Models which include the Slim size remote controller do not have a TV tuner installed and so do not allow viewing of TV programs The following figure shows the buttons on the Remote Controller You can use your Remote Controller with Media Center to play CDs DVDs BDs and videos and view pictures The Remote Controller helps you navigate through Media Center just as a cable TV remote control navigates cable TV options or controls the playback of a movie in a VCR or DVD player Using the Remote Controller you can H Navigate and control all Media Center windows E Control the video display E Place the computer in and out of Sleep Mode Refer to the Using the Remote Controller section in this chapter for information on how to use the Remote Controller as well as h
42. Refer also to the section Turning off the power in Chapter 3 Getting J Started Windows utilities You can configure various settings associated with both Sleep Mode and Hibernation Mode within the Power Options To access it click Start gt Control Panel System and Security gt Power Options Hot keys You can use the FN F3 hot key to enter Sleep Mode or FN F4 to enter Hibernation Mode please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details Panel power on off You can set up your computer so that power is turned off automatically when you close the display panel and turned on again when you open it Please note that this function is only available for Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode not for Shut Down Mode User s Manual 6 12 Power and Power up Modes 3 If the panel power off function is enabled and you manually shut down J Windows do not close the computer s display panel until the shut down process has been completed System auto off This feature turns the system off automatically if it is not used for a set duration The system shuts down in sleep mode or hibernation mode User s Manual 6 13 TOSHIBA Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords This chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and how to set passwords HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup allows you to configure settings for General Password Display Boot Priority Keyboard USB LAN LED I
43. Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Contact Address TOSHIBA America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine California 92618 1697 Telephone 949 583 3000 EU Conformity Statement standards listed under the Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC the EMC Directive 2004 108 EC and or R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Responsible for CE marking TOSHIBA EUROPE GMBH Hammfelddamm 8 41460 Neuss Germany Manufacturer Toshiba Corporation 1 1 Shibaura 1 chome Minato ku Tokyo 105 8001 Japan The complete official EU CE Declaration can be obtained on following internet page http epps toshiba teg com This product and if applicable the supplied accessories too are marked C CE and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European User s Manual iv VCCI Class B Information TORE JIABRRNAECT CORES RECA SCERBHELTWETA TOREDIG OTOT LEY VREI FELCTRASNSL SSeS SH OTCEMHVET WREE gt TIE LULYRYRUALTRSLY Important Safety Information for Computers with TV tuner IEC60950 1 EN60950 1 Information technology equipment Safety Coaxial cable connection to this computer must only be used if the cable outer conductive shielding has been grounded by the cable installer at the building premises as close t
44. This feature displays a 3D object on the screen which moves in according to tilting or vibration of the computer When the TOSHIBA HDD Protection detects computer vibration the Hard Disk Drive head is parked and the 3D object disk rotation will stop When the head is un parked the disk will begin to rotate again The 3D Viewer can be started from the icon in the task tray E This 3D object virtually represents the Computer s internal Hard Disk Drive This representation may vary from the actual number of disks disk rotation head movement part size shape and direction This feature may use a large amount of CPU and memory on some models The computer may become slow or sluggish when attempting to run other applications while the 3D Viewer is displayed E ntensely shaking the computer or other subjecting it to strong impacts may cause damage to the computer Details J To open the Details window click the Setup Detail button in the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window Detection Level Amplification When the AC adaptor is disconnected or the lid is closed HDD Detection assumes that the computer will be carried and sets the detection level to the maximum for 10 seconds TOSHIBA HDD Protection Message Specify whether to display a message when TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active This function does not work when the computer is starting in Standby Mode in hibernation mode in transition to hibernation mode recove
45. Windows logon password if the fingerprint authentication failed for five times To logon using the Windows logon password enter the Windows logon password at the Welcome screen as normal E A warning message will be displayed when authentication is abnormal or authentication is not successful within a fixed duration Fingerprint system boot authentication J General The fingerprint authentication system can be used to replace the keyboard based User Password authentication system when booting up If you do not want to use the fingerprint authentication system for password authentication when booting up but prefer to use the keyboard based system instead press the ESC key or click Switch User button when the Fingerprint System Authentication screen is displayed This will switch the password input screen to the keyboard based one E tis necessary to register the User Password before using the fingerprint Pre OS feature and its extended function the fingerprint Single Sign On feature Please use TOSHIBA HW Setup to register the User Password E fyou fail fingerprint authentication more than five times you must enter the User Password or Supervisor Password manually to start the computer E When swiping please do it slowly and at a constant speed If this does not improve the authentication rate please adjust the speed E fthere are any changes in the environment or settings related to authorization you will be required
46. activities The amount of main system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system applications utilized system memory size and other factors Computers configured with a 32 bit operating system can address up to 3GB of system memory Only computers configured with a 64 bit operating system can address 4GB or more of system memory User s Manual 10 2 Disclaimers Battery Life Battery life may vary considerably depending on product model configuration applications power management settings and features utilized as well as the natural performance variations produced by the design of individual components Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication Recharge time varies depending on usage Battery may not charge while computer is consuming full power After a period of time the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced This is normal for all batteries To purchase a new battery pack see the accessories information that shipped with your computer SSD HDD drive capacity LCD One Gigabyte GB means 10 1 000 000 000 bytes using powers of 10 The computer operating system however reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB 2 1 073 741 824 bytes and therefore shows less storage capacity Available storage capacity will also be l
47. and flashing amber indicates a low battery condition Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for more information on this feature The HDD ODD eSATA indicator glows white whenever the computer is accessing the built in hard disk drive or the other drives The Bridge media slot indicator glows white when the computer is accessing the Bridge media slot User s Manual 2 15 The Grand Tour Keyboard indicators The following figures show the positions of the CAPS LOCK indicator and the Touchpad Enable Disable button fa ii a aes lol JA S Lock lt gt SHIFT CAPS LOCK Touchpad Enable Disable button 3 ze 9 Q o o Figure 2 8 Keypad indicators This indicator glows green when letter keys are locked into their uppercase format The touchpad indicator below this button glows white when the touchpad is activated The indicator does not glow when the touchpad is disable and a mouse or other device is used to navigate the computer User s Manual 2 16 The Grand Tour Optical disc drives The computer is configured with a DVD Super Multi drive or BD writer or BD Combo drive A Serial ATA interface controller is used for 12cm 4 72 and 8cm 3 15 Tray ODD and 12cm 4 72 Slot ODD CD DVD BD operation For further information on loading and unloading discs please refer to the Writ
48. communication switch You can enable or disable Wireless communication Wireless LAN and Bluetooth function with the on off switch No transmissions are sent or received when the switch is off Slide the switch to the left to turn it off and to the right to turn it on E Do not use the Wireless LAN Wi Fi or Bluetooth functionalities near a microwave oven or in areas subject to radio interference or magnetic fields Interference from a microwave oven or other source can disrupt Wi Fi or Bluetooth operation E Turn Wi Fi and Bluetooth functionalities off when near a person who may have a cardiac pacemaker implant or other medical electric device Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation possibly resulting in serious injury Follow the instruction of your medical device when using any Wi Fi or Bluetooth functionality H Always turn off Wi Fi or Bluetooth functionality if the computer is near automatic control equipment or appliances such as automatic doors or fire detectors Radio waves can cause malfunction of such equipment possibly resulting in serious injury E t may not be possible to make a network connection to a specified network name using the ad hoc network function If this occurs the new network will have to be configured for all computers connected to the same network in order to re enable network connections Please be sure to use new network name User s Manual 4 50 Operating Basics
49. computer on and make sure the added memory is recognized to confirmed it Start Control Panel System and Security gt System icon User s Manual 8 8 Optional Devices Removing a memory module To remove the memory module follow the steps as detailed below 1 Set the computer to Boot Mode and turn its power off make sure the Power indicator is off refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 Getting Started if required 2 Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer 3 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes if required 4 Push the latches away from the module in order to release it 5 Grasp the memory module by its edges and remove it from the computer E f you use the computer for a long time the memory modules and the circuits locating close to the memory modules will become hot In this case let them cool to room temperature before you replace them Or you will get burnt if you touch any of them H Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems 6 Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one screw T Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed 7 Install the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section in
50. devices may cause injury or may damage your computer Hardware and system checklist This section discusses problems caused by your computer s hardware or attached peripherals Basic problems may occur in the following areas E System start up E Fingerprint Sensor E Self test E USB device E Power E eSATA device E Password E Memory expansion E Keyboard HM Recovery Discs Internal display panel E Sound system E Hard disk drive E External monitor E ExpressCard E Modem E SD SDHC memory card E LAN miniSD microSD Card E Wireless LAN E Memory Stick Memory Stick H Bluetooth PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo HDMI monitor output function E xD picture card E Video Playback HB MultiMediaCard E TV Tuner E Infrared receiver window E Pointing device User s Manual 9 3 Troubleshooting System start up When the computer does not start properly check the following items E Self test E Power Sources E Power on Password Self test While booting up the computer self test is executed automatically and the following will be displayed TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt This message remains on the screen for a few seconds If the self test is successful the computer tries to load the operating system according to how the Boot Priority option is set within the TOSHIBA HW Setup program If any of the following conditions are present the self test has failed E The computer stops and does not proceed to displa
51. disk drive During this time the Hard Disk Drive indicator will glow After you turn off the computer and the content of memory has been saved to the hard disk drive turn off the power to any peripheral devices Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge User s Manual 3 9 Getting Started Sleep Mode O If you have to interrupt your work you are able to turn off the power without exiting from your software by placing the computer into Sleep Mode In this mode data is maintained in the computer s main memory so that when you turn on the power again you can continue working right where you left off When you have to turn off your computer aboard an aircraft or in places where electronic devices are regulated or controlled always completely shut down the computer This includes turning off any wireless communication switches or devices and canceling settings that reactivate the computer automatically such as a timer recording function Failure to completely shut down the computer in this way could allow the operating system to reactivate and run pre programmed tasks or preserve unsaved data which could interfere with aviation or other systems possibly causing serious injury Before entering Sleep Mode be sure to save your data E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep Mode The computer or the memory
52. drive DVD Super Multi drive DVD Super Multi drive with Labelflash The drive reads DVD ROM s at a maximum 8x speed and CD ROM s at a maximum 24x speed and writes CD R s at up to 24x speed CD RW s at up to 24x speed DVD RW s at up to 6x speed DVD R s DVD R s and DVD RW s at up to 8x speed DVD R Dual layer at up to 6x speed DVD R Double Layer at up to 6x speed and DVD RAM at up to 5x speed and supports the following formats CD R CD RW DVD ROM DVD Video CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA Addressing Method 2 DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW DVD RAM Some models are equipped with a full size DVD Super Multi drive module that lets you run CD s or DVD s without using an adaptor The drive reads DVD ROM s at a maximum 8x speed and CD ROM s at a maximum 24x speed and writes CD R s at up to 24X speed and CD RW s at up to 24X speed DVD R s DVD R s and DVD RW s at up to 8x speed DVD RW s at up to 6x speed DVD R Dual Layer and DVD R Double Layer at up to 6x speed DVD RAM at up to 5x speed This drive supports the same formats as the DVD Super Multi drive User s Manual 1 7 Introduction BD Writer drive The drive reads BD ROM s at a maximum 6x speed and DVD ROM s at a maximum 8x speed and CD ROM s at a maximum 24x speed and writes CD R s at up to 24x spe
53. heavy object in order to help prevent unauthorized removal or theft The computer has a security lock slot on its right side into which you can attach one end of the security cable while the other end attaches to a desk or similar object The methods used for attaching security cables differ from product to product Please refer to the instructions for the product you are using for more information Connecting the security lock In order to connect a security cable to the computer follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn the computer so its right hand side faces you 2 Align the security cable with the lock hole and secure it in place Figure 8 10 Security lock User s Manual 8 19 TOSHIBA Chapter 9 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability however should problems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed in this chapter to help determine the cause All users should become familiar with this chapter as knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring in the first place Problem solving process Resolving problems will be much easier if you observe the following guidelines E Stop immediately when you recognize a problem exists as taking further action may result in data loss or damage or you may destroy valuable problem related information that can help solve the problem E Observe what is happening Write down what the system is doing a
54. in the Display Area using the Control window s Top Menu or Menu buttons touch pad and mouse menu operations may not be able to be used Open TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER HELP TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER features and instructions are also explained in detail in TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Help Use the following procedure to open TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Help Click the Help button a in the Display Area Using WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Notes on use E WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA is for Blu ray Disc playback only DVD playback is not supported Please use TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER for DVD playback Playback of high bit rate content may cause frame dropping audio skipping or decrease in computer performance HM Close all other applications before playing back Blu ray Disc Do not open any other applications or carry out any other operations during Blu ray Disc playback E Because Blu ray Disc playback operates according to programs built into the content operation methods operation screens sound effects icons and other features may vary from disc to disc For more information on these items refer to instructions included with content or contact the content manufacturers directly E Make sure to connect the computer s AC adapter when playing a Blu ray Disc E WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA supports AACS Advanced Accesss Control System copy protection technology Renewal of the AACS key integrated into this product is required for uninterrupted enjoyment of Blu
55. of the panel power off feature User s Manual 3 10 Getting Started Q Q Executing Sleep Mode You can also enable Sleep Mode by pressing FN F3 please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details You can enter Sleep Mode in one of four ways Click Start then click the arrow button p in the power management button RE and select Sleep from the menu E Close the display panel Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options to access it click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security Power Options E Press the power button Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options to access it click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security Power Options When you turn the power back on you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer E When the computer is in Sleep Mode the Power indicator will blink amber E f you are operating the computer on battery power Sleep Mode will consume more power while the computer is off You can lengthen the overall operating time by turning it off into Hibernation Mode Sleep Mode limitations Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions E Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down E Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise User s Manual 3 11 Getting Started Restarting the computer Certain c
56. or closing opening the display panel E Bump or cause vibration to the computer H Use the Mode control button and Audio Video control button to reproduce music or voice E Open the DVD drive E Install remove or connect external devices including the following SD SDHC memory card USB device external display i LINK devices optical digital devices Please verify your disc after recording important data DVD R R RW disc cannot be written in VR format There is no support to output VCD and SVCD formats User s Manual 4 29 Operating Basics 3 About Straight to Disc E There is no support to record on DVD R R disc E There is no support to record DVD VR format by HDV E HDV support is limited to burn DVD Video only E DVD VR format is not supported to add Menu 4 About recorded DVDs HM Some DVD ROM drives for personal computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD R R RW RAM discs E If you use an over used rewritable disc the full formatting might be locked Please use a brand new disc TOSHIBA DVD Player Please be aware of the following limitations when you use the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Notes on use E Frame dropping audio skipping or out of sync audio and video may occur during playback of some DVD Video titles E Close all other applications when using the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Do not open any other applications or carry out any other operations during DVD Video playback Playback ma
57. or video disc See also DVD ROM DVB T Digital Video Broadcasting Terrestrial Also known as terrestrial digital TV Digital TV broadcasting standard DVD R R R A Digital Versatile Disc Recordable disc can be written once and read many times The DVD R drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD RAM A Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory is a high capacity high performance disc that lets you store large volumes of data The DVD RAM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD R Dual Layer A disc having two layers on one side with the DVD R storage capacity about 1 8 times larger than before The DVD RW drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD ROM A Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacity high performance disc suitable for play back of video and other high density files The DVD ROM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD RW RW RW A Digital Versatile Disc ReWritable disc can be rewritten many times DVD R Double Layer A disc having two layers on one side with the DVD R storage capacity about 1 8 times larger than before The DVD RW drive uses a laser to read data from the disc User s Manual Glossary 6 Glossary E echo To send back a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device You can display the information on the screen or output it to the printer or both When a computer receives back data it transmitted to a CRT
58. penalty of 12 000 for the connection of non permitted equipment User s Manual Notes for use of this device in New Zealand E The grant of a Telepermit for a device in no way indicates Telecom acceptance of responsibility for the correct operation of that device under all operating conditions In particular the higher speeds at which this modem is capable of operating depend on a specific network implementation which is only one of many ways of delivering high quality voice telephony to customers Failure to operate should not be reported as a fault to Telecom In addition to satisfactory line conditions a modem can only work properly if a It is compatible with the modem at the other end of the call and b The application using the modem is compatible with the application at the other end of the call for example accessing the Internet requires suitable software in addition to a modem This equipment shall not be used in any manner which could constitute a nuisance to other Telecom customers Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s PTC Specifications are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this modem The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom Specifications a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation and b The equipment shall go on hoo
59. permits up to two redials on analogue telephones but the redials must be made within a total of three minutes The internal modem is approved by the Japan Approvals Institute for Telecommunications Equipment A05 0413001 A05 0025001 User s Manual vi SUBTEL 3061 IC 109AH ML3054 TEC WRIVMOD 08 02 100 JAN 05 MOROCCO 2903 2005 E Tested to Comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Compliance with FCC Part 68 REN 0 1B FCC NO US S56MD01B13054 MMODELAPPROVED BY ce is 5 gt lo HAELAB oY EMIRATES TELECOM LAB eel Number ML3054 a ETISALAT PERMIT NO E04 ot 211 6 NOM ME Ei zuro HOMOLOGADO POR NYCE ANTEL NYCE CT 0008 087TS No de Aprob MC 108 Cofetel n TTD MOMLO6 189 Fecha 20 12 2005 POSTEL Empresa Motorola Inc 02375 POSTEL 2007 Made In China Name of permit owner Ronny Cabouly Complies with Telephone 03 9506328 Model ML3054 IDA Standards 7 Manufacturer MOTOROLA INC DA 103255 Country of manufacture USA Type approval No 7 12840 0 101926 Valid from 2004 Permit No 13 12840 0 101927 Valid from 2004 MOTOROLA ML3054 CNG oo MOTOROLA A05 0025001 B93M1015 F O for use in Hong Kong ARRETE OFTA e Certificate No sL405007 Agere Delphi D40 Agere System Ine Chile approval No 3785 Morocco 2514 2005 Askey Technology Jiang Su Ltd US AGSMD018DELPHI IC 4005B DELPHI REN 0 1 TEC W
60. properly installed to achieve this you should refer to both the device documentation and the operating system documentation User s Manual 9 19 Troubleshooting USB Sleep and Charge function Problem cannot use the USB Sleep and Charge function The battery depletes quickly even when turned OFF the power of the computer Procedure The setting of USB Sleep and Charge function may be Disabled Change the setting to Enabled When there is a current overflow of the external device connected to the compatible port USB bus power DC5V supply may be stopped for safety reasons When this happens disconnect an external device if some external devices are connected After that turn the power of the computer ON OFF to restore the function If this function can not be still used even if only one external device is connected stop using the external device because its current is over the acceptable value of this computer Some external devices may not be able to use the USB Sleep and Charge function In this case please try one or more of the following methods E Change a mode setting of Enabled E Turn OFF the computer while external devices are connected E Connect external devices after turning OFF of the computer If this function can not be still used change the setting to Disabled and stop using this function When USB Sleep and Charge function is set to Enabled USB bus powe
61. recovery image of the software on your computer is stored on the hard disk drive and can be copied to DVD media by using the following steps 1 Select either blank DVD media 2 The application will allow you to choose from a variety of different media onto which the recovery image can be copied including DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL and DVD RW Please note that some of the above media may not be compatible with the optical disc drive installed into your computer You should therefore verify the optical disc drive supports the blank media you have chosen before proceeding 3 Turn on your computer and allow it to load the Windows 7 operating system from the hard disk drive as normal 4 Insert the first blank media into the optical disc drive tray 5 Double click the Recovery Media Creator icon on the Windows 7 desktop or select the application from Start Menu 6 After Recovery Media Creator starts select the type of media and the title you wish to copy and then click the Create button If your optical disc drive can only write to CDs select CD as the Disc Set within the Recovery Media Creator application Otherwise if your optical disc drive can write both CDs and DVDs select the type of media you want to create User s Manual 3 13 Getting Started Restoring the pre installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive 1 A portion of the total hard disk drive space is configured as a hi
62. refer to your computer documentation or visit the Toshiba website at www pcsupport toshiba com for details CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design configuration User s Manual 10 1 Disclaimers Under some conditions your computer product may automatically shut down This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions To avoid risk of lost data always make back up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external storage medium For optimum performance use your computer product only under recommended conditions Read additional restrictions under Environmental Conditions in your computer documentation Contact Toshiba Technical Service and Support for more information 64 Bit Computing 64 bit processors are designed to take advantage of 32 and 64 bit computing 64 bit computing requires that the following hardware and software requirements are met E 64 bit Operating System HM 64 bit CPU Chipset and BIOS Basic Input Output System E 64 bit Device drivers H 64 bit applications Certain device drivers and or applications may not be compatible with a 64 bit CPU and therefore may not function properly Memory Main System Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics system for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of main system memory available for other computing
63. room temperature even though the DC IN indicator stops blinking If the computer has reached room temperature and it still does not start or if it starts but shuts down quickly contact your reseller dealer or service provider Computer shuts down This indicates a problem with the heat dispersal and its DC IN indicator system you should contact your reseller dealer is flashing in white or service provider AC power If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connected you should check the status of the DC IN indicator Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for further information Problem Procedure AC adaptor doesn t Check the connections to make sure that the power the computer power cord adaptor is firmly connected to the DC IN indicator does computer and a working power outlet not glow white Check the condition of the cord and terminals If the cord is frayed or damaged it should be replaced while if the terminals are soiled they should be cleaned with a clean cotton cloth If the AC adaptor still does not power the computer you should contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 5 Troubleshooting Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery you should check the status of the DC IN indicator as well as the Battery indicator Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for more information on these indicators together with ge
64. that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer You can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger Camera Assistant Software will help you to add various video effects to your video or photograph The Web camera enables the transmission of video and use of video chat via the internet using specialized applications The effective pixel count for this web camera is 0 3 million and 1 Omillion 0 3M maximum photograph size 640X480 pixels 1M maximum photograph size 1280X800 pixels Please refer to the Camera Assistant Software Online Help for details 1 Microphone 2 Web Camera 3 Web Camera LED Figure 4 9 Web Camera User s Manual 4 37 Operating Basics Jl Please unstick the protective plastic film before using the Web I Camera E Do not point the web camera directly at the sun Do not touch or press strongly on the web camera lens Doing so may reduce image quality Use an eyeglass cleaner cleaner cloth or other soft cloth to clean the lens if it becomes dirty E Setting the image SIZE to more than 800x600 will cause a larger amount of data to be written to the hard disk drive and may interfere with smooth recording Using TOSHIBA Web Camera Application TOSHIBA Web Camera Application is pre configured to start when you turn on Windows 7 if you need to restart it go to Start All Programs gt TOSHIBA
65. that an adaptor is required to use miniSD microSD Card E Please note that not all memory media have been tested and verified to work correctly Therefore it is not possible to guarantee that all memory media will operate properly The slot does not support Magic Gate functions 4 D Ce Secure Digital Memory Stick xD picture card MultiMediaCard SD Card MMC microSD card and adaptor Figure 8 3 Examples of memory media User s Manual 8 4 Optional Devices Memory media This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media Points to note about the SD SDHC memory card SD SDHC memory cards comply with SDMI Secure Digital Music Initiative which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music For this reason you cannot copy or playback protected material on another computer or other device and you may not reproduce any copyrighted material except for your personal enjoyment Below is a simple explanation for distinguishing SD memory cards from SDHC memory cards E SD and SDHC memory cards appear the same externally E The logo on SD and SDHC memory cards is different so pay careful attention to the logo when purchasing Q J E The SD memory card logo is 4 E The SDHC memory card logo is gt E The maximum capacity of SD memory cards is 2GB The maximum capacity of SDHC memory cards is 32GB Card Type Capac
66. the following actions E Change users in the Windows 7 operating system E Operate the computer for any other function including such tasks as using a mouse or Touch Pad or closing opening the display panel E Start a communication application such as a modem E Apply impact or vibration to the computer User s Manual 4 24 Operating Basics E Install remove or connect external devices including such items as a SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card ExpressCard Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo xD picture card MultiMediaCard USB device external monitor i LINK device or an optical digital device or BD drive E Use the audio video control button to reproduce music or voice E Open the optical disc drive or BD drive E Do not use shut down log off Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode functions while writing or rewriting Make sure that the write rewrite operation is completed before going into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode writing is completed if you can remove an optical media on the DVD Super Multi drive or BD drive E ifthe media is of poor quality or is dirty or damaged writing or rewriting errors may occur E Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such as airplanes trains or cars In addition do not use the computer on an unstable surface such as a stand E Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer
67. to Disabled In addition to the information in this section please also refer to the documentation supplied with your eSATA device Problem eSATA device does not work Procedure Remove the eSATA device from the computer and then reconnect it to a free port it in order to ensure it is firmly attached A connected eSATA device may not be recognized if it is connected to the computer s eSATA USB combo port while the computer is in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode If this occurs disconnect the eSATA device and then reconnect the device while the computer is turned on Ensure that any required eSATA device drivers are properly installed to achieve this you should refer to both the device documentation and the operating system documentation If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 21 Troubleshooting Additional memory module Please also refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices for further information on installing and removing memory modules Problem If there is a memory malfunction the Power indicator will repeatedly flash on for 0 5 seconds off for 0 5 seconds in the following patterns If there is an error in only slot A or no memory module is inserted in Slot A amber twice then green once If there is an error in Slot B amber once then green twice If there are errors in both Slot A and Slot B amber twice
68. value of 1 the next a value of 2 then 4 8 16 and so on For example the binary number 101 has a value of 5 See also ASCII BIOS Basic Input Output System The firmware that controls data flow within the computer See also firmware bit Derived from binary digit the basic unit of information used by the computer It is either zero or one Eight bits is one byte See also byte Bluetooth A short range radio technology designed to simplify wireless communication among computers communication devices and the Internet board A circuit board An internal card containing electronic components called chips which perform a specific function or increase the capabilities of the system boot Short for bootstrap A program that starts or restarts the computer The program reads instructions from a storage device into the computer s memory boot disk See system disk bootable disk See system disk bps Bits per second Typically used to describe the data transmission speed of a modem buffer The portion of the computer s memory where data is temporarily stored Buffers often compensate for differences in the rate of flow from one device to another User s Manual Glossary 3 Glossary bus An interface for transmission of signals data or electric power byte The representation of a single character A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit also the smallest addressable unit within the system C
69. with leads that extend to the edge of the glass Applying a voltage between the glass sheets alters the brightness of the liquid crystal main board See motherboard megabyte MB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes See also kilobyte megahertz A unit of wave frequency that equals 1 million cycles per second See also hertz User s Manual Glossary 9 Glossary memory Typically refers to the computer s main memory where programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily such as RAM or it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently such as ROM A computer s main memory is RAM See RAM ROM menu A software interface that displays a list of options on the screen Also called a screen microprocessor A hardware component contained in a single integrated circuit that carries out instructions Also called the central processing unit CPU one of the main parts of the computer mode A method of operation for example the Shut Down Mode Sleep Mode or the Hibernation Mode modem Derived from modulator demodulator a device that converts modulates digital data for transmission over telephone lines and then converts modulated data demodulates to digital format where received monitor A device that uses rows and columns of pixels to display alphanumeric characters or graphic images See also CRT motherboard A name sometimes used to re
70. 1 Laser standards of IEC825 and EN60825 Optical disc drive safety instructions The drive employs a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location lH Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure E 7o prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure DVD Super Multi R DL drive Panasonic UJ890AD UJ890ED Location of the required label COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J MANUFACTURED Panasonic Communications Co Ltd 1 62 4 Chome Minoshima Hakata ku Fukuoka Japan User s Manual XV HLDS GT20N GT20F Location of the required label COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J MANUFACTURED l Hitachi LG Data Storage Inc 22 23 Kaigan 3 chome Minato Ku Tokyo 108 0022 Japan Toshiba Samsung TS L633C TS L633Y Location of the required label PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER 1 SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE MANUFACTURED l Toshiba Samsung Storage Technology Korea Corporation 416 Maetan 3Dong Yeongtong Gu Suwon City Gyeonggi Do 443 742 Korea
71. 5 GHz 5150 5850 MHz Revision A N E Band 2 4 GHz 2400 2483 5 MHz Revision B G N The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of the wireless communication Communications at lower transmit range may travel larger distances E The range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high density materials E Range is also impacted due to obstacles in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal Supported Frequency Sub bands Subject to the radio regulations that apply in the countries regions your Wireless LAN card may support a different set of 5 GHz 2 4 GHz channels Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for information about the radio regulations that apply in the countries regions User s Manual D 2 Table Wireless IEEE 802 11 Channels Sets Revision B and G Frequency Range Channel ID 2400 2483 5 MHz 1 2412 2 2417 3 2422 4 2427 5 2432 6 2437 7 2442 8 2447 9 2452 10 2457 1 11 2462 12 2467 2 13 2472 2 When installing Wireless LAN cards the channel configuration is managed as follows E For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN infrastructure the Wireless LAN card will automatically start operation at the channel identified by the Wireless LAN Access Point When roaming between different access points the station can dynamically switch to another channel
72. A DVD PLAYER is running Print Screen functions are disabled even when running other applications besides TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER and when TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER is minimized Please close the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER to use the Print Screen function Carry out the installation uninstallation of the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER under a user account with administrator rights Do not change Windows Users while TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER is running For some DVD Video discs using the control window to change the audio track will also change the subtitle track Starting TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Use the following procedure to start TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER 1 Insert an DVD Video in the DVD Super Multi drive while Windows 7 is running When an DVD Video disc is set in the DVD drive the following application selection screen may appear If this occurs select Play DVD movie then click OK to launch the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER User s Manual 4 31 Operating Basics 2 Touch the CD DVD panel on the Front operation panel Or select Start gt All Programs TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER to start TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Operating TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Notes on Using TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER 1 Screen display and available features may vary amongst DVD Videos and scenes 2 Only operation buttons including remote controller and Front operation panels which correspond to currently available and active features will be useable during DVD playback 3 If the menu is opened
73. AC adaptor on a flat and hard surface that is resistant to heat damage Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions User s Manual 3 3 Getting Started 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor Figure 3 2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor 3 pin plug aT Either a 2 pin or 3 pin adaptor cord will be included with the computer J depending on the model 2 Connect the AC adaptor s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the right side of the computer Figure 3 3 Connecting the adaptor to the computer 3 Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet the Battery and DC IN indicators on the front of the computer should glow User s Manual 3 4 Getting Started Opening the display The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body of the computer is not raised slowly lift the display panel this will allow the angle of the display panel to be adjusted to provide optimum clarity Figure 3 4 Opening the display H A Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer User s Manual 3 5 Getting Started O When opening the panel please be careful not to force it beyond the point where it moves easily
74. AN Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the media in the drive instead wait for the indicator to go out before you open the disc tray In addition if the CD DVD BD media is spinning when you open the tray wait for it to fully stop before you remove it To remove a CD DVD BD follow the steps as listed below 1 When the computer s power is on press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly and then gently pull it out of the system until it is fully opened After the disc tray has opened slightly you should wait for a moment to ensure the CD DVD BD media has stopped spinning before you fully open the tray User s Manual 4 16 Operating Basics 2 The CD DVD BD media will extend slightly over the sides of the disc tray in order that you can hold it Grasp it carefully by its edges and lift it vertically off of the central spindle and out of the tray Figure 4 6 Removing a CD DVD BD 3 Press the center of the disc tray in order to close it the tray will click into place when it is locked E Slot ODD To remove a CD DVD press eject button let CD DVD be put out Optical Drive Auto Lock This function automatically locks the optical disc drive eject button if the computer detects any vibration or other shocks while running on the battery This function prevents the disc tray from opening even if the eject button is pushed unexpectedly When the Optical Drive Auto Lock is on there wi
75. B 2 0 The internal keyboard provides dedicated cursor control overlay keys ay and Keys The keyboard is compatible with the IBM enhanced keyboard Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details The integrated Touch Pad and control buttons in the palm rest allow control of the on screen pointer and support functions such as the scrolling of windows The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium ion battery pack The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock RTC and calendar The AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low It comes with a detachable power cord which will either have a 2 pin or 3 pin plug enclosure As the AC adaptor is universal it can receive a range of AC voltages from 100 to 240 volts however you should note that the output current varies among different models Using the wrong adaptor can damage your computer Refer to the AC adaptor section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This port provides 15 pin analog VGA port This port allows you to connect an external monitor to the computer Some models include this feature The computer supports multiple Universal Serial Bus ports that comply with the USB 2 0 standard The ports with the 4 has a Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge function One of the USB ports has an eSATA External Serial ATA function Introduction Slots ExpressCard Bridge media SIM card Multimedia
76. D Fast Forward 8 Arrows 18 Replay 9 OK 19 Stop 10 Illumination On Off 20 Skip Figure 2 10 Slim Size Remote Controller User s Manual 2 25 The Grand Tour g RSE Ll Li COO e OK raa CD DVD BD Brightness down Brightness up Power Volume Volume DVD Menu Arrows OK Illumination On Off Mute Pressing this button will launch an application program that allows you to watch a DVD a BD or listen to a CD Pressing this button while the computer is on or in Sleep Mode will launch Media Center My Music is started when a music CD is inserted in the optical disc drive and My Video is started when a DVD video is in the drive If the application you wish to run is not selected as the active window when these buttons are pressed please switch to the application manually For example by clicking the taskbar item for the application window you wish to make active Decreases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps Increases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps Starts or terminates the operating system This button functions like the Power button of your computer By default the Sleep Mode is equivalent to the Power Off state of your computer To change the setting click Start select Control panel System and Security gt Power Options The following four options are available Do nothing Sleep Hibernate and Shu
77. Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE802 11 Wireless LAN standard E Frequency Channel Selection of 5GHz for IEEE 802 11a or n 2 0 Frequency Channel Selection of 2 4GHz for 802 11b g or n 2 0 Roaming over multiple channels Card power management Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on an 128 bit encryption algorithm E Wi Fi Protected Access WPA support E Advanced Encryption Standard AES data encryption The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which the wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration client design and software hardware configurations The transmission rate described is the theoretical maximum speed as specified under the appropriate standard the actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed Setting 1 Please make sure that the Wireless Communication Switch is turned on Click Start and then click Control Panel Click Connect to the Internet Click Wireless When Wireless Network Connection window appears on the lower right screen click one of access points Check Connect automatically box then click Connect button You will need to set security settings Consult the documentation accompanied with your router or ask your wireless network administrator for the s
78. Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA Please note that this software is specifically designed for the following operating systems HB Windows 7 Information regarding the use of this software with these operating systems is listed below with further details being contained with the electronic help files supplied with the software oT This Bluetooth Stack is based on the Bluetooth Version 2 1 EDR J specification However TOSHIBA cannot confirm the compatibility between any computing products and or other electronic devices that use Bluetooth other than TOSHIBA notebook computers User s Manual 4 49 Operating Basics Release Notes related to the Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA 1 Fax application software E Please be aware that there is some fax application software that you cannot use on this Bluetooth Stack 2 Multi user considerations E On Windows 7 the use of Bluetooth is not supported in a multi user environment This means that when you use Bluetooth other users that are logged into the same computer will not be able to use this type of functionality Product Support The latest information regarding operating system support language support or available upgrades can be found on our website http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or www pcsupport toshiba com in the United States Wireless
79. IBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Flash Cards TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the features of more various power supply managements This utility controls the following computer button functions E Eco button E CD DVD BDs button E Mute button The starting application from the button can be changed This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the icon size on the Windows Desktop or the zoom factor associated with specific supported applications The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display basic system configuration information and allow the functionality of some of the computer s built in hardware devices to be tested The TOSHIBA Flash Cards provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications E Hot key function E TOSHIBA utility launcher function The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides support to movement impaired users when they need to use the TOSHIBA Hot key functions In use the utility allows you to make the FN key sticky that is you can press it once release it and they press one of the F keys in order to access its specific function When set the FN key will remain active until another key is pressed Introduction Utilities and Applications This section describes the pre installed utilities that come with the computer and details how to start them For further information on their operation
80. M media Be sure to close all other software programs except for the writing software itself Do not run software such as a screen saver which can put a heavy load on the processor Operate the computer at its full power settings do not use any power saving features Do not write information while virus checking software is running instead wait for it to finish then disable the virus protection applications including any software that checks files automatically in the background Do not use any hard disk utilities including those that are intended to enhance hard disk drive access speeds as they may cause unstable operation and damage data CD RW Ultra Speed media should not be used as data may be lost or damaged You should always write from the computer s hard disk drive onto the CD DVD BD do not try to write from shared devices such as a server or any other network device Writing with software other than TOSHIBA Disc Creator has not been confirmed therefore operation with other software applications cannot be guaranteed When writing or rewriting Please observe the following points while you write or rewrite data to CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW DVD RAM BD R BD RE media Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media do not use the cut and paste function as the original data will be lost if there is a write error Do not perform any of
81. MOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF How to register the Face Recognition Data J J Take a picture for facial verification purposes and register the data needed when you log in To register the data needed when you log in follow the steps as described below 1 To launch this utility click Start All Programs TOSHIBA gt Utilities Face Recognition The Registration screen is displayed for a logged in user whose face has not been registered E The Management screen is displayed for a logged in user whose face has already been registered 2 Click the Register face button in the Management screen The Registration screen is displayed E f you wish to practice click on the Next button in the Registration screen E f you do not wish to practice click on the Skip button in the Registration screen 3 Click the Next button to start the guide 4 First take a picture while moving your neck slightly to the left and right 5 Now take a picture while moving your neck down and up Or click the Back button to practice the guide once more 6 Click the Next button to start image capturing process Adjust the position of your face so that it fits within the face shaped frame 7 Once your face has been positioned properly the recording will commence Start moving your neck very slightly to the left and right and then move
82. Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA Addressing Method 2 User s Manual 9 11 Troubleshooting BD writer drive BD Combo drive For further information please refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure You cannot access a Make sure the drive s disc tray is securely closed CD DVD BDs in the press it gently into the computer until it clicks into drive place Open the drive s disc tray and ensure the CD DVD or BD is properly seated it should lie flat with the label facing upwards A foreign object in the drive s disc slot could block laser light from reading the CD DVD or BD remove any foreign objects or obstructions that may be present Check whether the CD DVD or BD is dirty if it is wipe it with a clean cloth lightly dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Please refer to the Media care section in Chapter 4 for further details on cleaning the media Some CD DVD BDs run The computer s software or hardware correctly but others do configuration may be causing a problem Ensure not that these configurations match the requirements of the CD DVD BDs media refer to the CD s DVD s or BD s documentation if available Check the type of CD DVD or BD media that you are using the drive supports the following BD BD ROM DVD DVD ROM DVD Video CD CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enha
83. Monitor 9 26 Infrared receiver window 9 15 Internal display panel 9 8 Keyboard 9 7 LAN 9 25 Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo 9 14 Modem 9 23 MultiMediaCard 9 15 Overheating power down 9 5 Password 9 7 Pointing device 9 15 Power 9 4 SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card 9 13 Self test 9 4 Solid State Drive 9 9 Sound system 9 21 User s Manual System start up 9 4 TOSHIBA support 9 27 Touch Pad 9 15 USB device 9 18 USB floppy diskette drive 9 12 USB mouse 9 17 USB Sleep and Charge 9 7 Wireless LAN 9 25 xD picture card 9 14 Processor 1 3 R Recovery Discs 3 15 Recovery hard disk drive 3 14 Restarting the computer 3 12 S SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card problems 9 13 Security lock attaching 8 19 SIM card 1 11 Sleep Mode 1 16 setting 3 10 System automatic 1 15 Slot ODD 4 12 Soft keys emulating keys on enhanced keyboard 5 2 Sound system 1 11 4 33 Headphone S PDIF jack 1 12 2 5 microphone 2 12 microphone jack 1 12 2 5 Stereo speakers 2 11 T TOSHIBA Assist 1 19 TOSHIBA ConfigFree 1 19 TOSHIBA Disc Creator 1 19 4 25 TOSHIBA HDD Protection 1 16 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool 1 17 TOSHIBA support 9 27 Index 3 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 1 17 Touch Pad 1 10 using 4 1 U USB device 1 10 problems 9 18 USB floppy diskette drive 8 10 problems 9 12 using 8 11 V Video RAM 1 5 W Web Camera 1 11 Wireless c
84. Please note that this indicator will not light after the battery has been completely discharged Records the selected television program and stores it on your hand disk drive Stops the media currently playing Pauses an audio or video track and live or recorded TV programs Plays the selected media Moves the media video DVD music and so on backwards Moves the media video DVD music and so on forwards Moves media backward seven seconds for videos and live TV one music track or one DVD chapter at a time Moves media forward 30 seconds for videos and live TV one music track or one DVD chapter Displays the previous window The button provides more details on a TV program than is listed in the Guide Moves the cursor to navigate within Media Center windows User s Manual 2 23 The Grand Tour OK ay O k E k OK Volume Volume Start Channel Page up and down Mute Recorded TV Guide Live TV DVD Menu Numbers Clear Enter Selects the desired action or window option It acts like the ENTER Key If watching TV in full screen mode pressing OK switches back to the previous viewed channel Press again to toggle back It acts the same way as a Jump button on some TV remote controls Increases the volume while watching TV viewing DVD s or replaying CD s Decreases the volume while watching TV viewing DVD s or replaying CD s Opens Media
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86. Sound system Web Camera HDMI out port The internal ExpressCard slot is a Universal slot This slot supports ExpressCard 54 and ExpressCard 34 modules This slot lets you insert an SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card Memory Stick PRO PRO Duo xD Picture Card and MultiMediaCard Refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices This slot located underneath the battery pack allows you to transfer information from a standard 25mm Subscriber Identity Module SIM card to your computer The SIM card slot is only featured on some models The integrated sound system provides support for the computer s internal speakers and microphone also allowing an external microphone and headphones to be connected via the appropriate jacks Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer You can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger Camera Assistant Software will help you to add various video effects to your video or photograph HDMI out port can connect with Type A connector HDMI cable HDMI cable can send video and audio signals In addition to this it can send and receive control signals By connecting a TV which supports HDMI Control to this port the remote control for the connected TV can be used to operate some of the computer functions Refer to the REGZA Link PC Control section in Chapter 8
87. The Enter Windows Password screen is displayed Enter a password into the Enter Windows Password field Click Next User s Manual 4 6 Operating Basics The Enroll screen is displayed Click the non enrolled finger icon above the finger and click Next The note for enrollment operation screen is displayed Confirm the message and click Next The Scanning Practice screen is displayed You can practice swiping your finger When you have finished practicing swiping your finger click Next The last step for enrollment screen is displayed Swipe three times with the same finger If scan of fingerprint succeeds Enrollment succeeded Do you want to save this fingerprint will show click OK In case of finger injury or authentication failure it is recommended that another fingerprint also be enrolled The following message will be displayed It s strongly recommended you enroll one more fingerprint Click OK and repeat steps 3 4 5 and 6 with another finger How to Delete the Fingerprint Data Saved fingerprint data is stored in the Non volatile memory inside the fingerprint sensor If you hand over the PC to others or dispose of it the following operations are recommended 1 2 3 Click Start All Programs gt TOSHIBA Utilities TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility The TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility main menu screen is displayed Swipe your enrolled finger to enter the main menu Delete fingerprints E
88. To delete individual fingerprints 1 Click Enroll 2 Click the fingerprint mark above the registered finger 3 Are you sure you want to delete this template will be displayed on screen click OK button If you want to delete the other finger repeat step 2 3 E To delete for all user s fingerprints 1 Click Run as administrator in lower left If UAC setting for windows is off this button won t appear 2 User Account Control window is displayed when you click Run as administrator Select Allow on User Account Control window Swipe your enrolled finger Click Fingerprint control Click Delete All button in the lower right Are you sure you want to delete all fingerprints will be displayed on screen click OK button oo Pw User s Manual 4 7 Operating Basics Windows Logon via Fingerprint Authentication J In place of the usual Windows logon by ID and password fingerprint authentication also allows logon to Windows This is useful especially when many users are using the PCs as user selection can be skipped Fingerprint Authentication Procedure 1 Start up the computer 2 The Logon Authorization screen is displayed Choose any of the enrolled fingers and swipe the fingerprint on the sensor If authentication is successful the user will be logged on to Windows E fthe fingerprint authentication fails please logon using the Windows logon password E Please logon using the
89. Using TOSHIBA Face Recognition cece eee 4 39 M de oa esis sod ned weal ele aoa Maree eee a a 4 43 TV TUNG sitet aa tan Seah a Sale Balhae BA ae ante oa ede bets 4 46 Wireless communications 00 000 eee eee eee 4 47 LAN 528 cee vate acne ten one A ae E E E aera a tee en 4 51 xxiii Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 User s Manual Cleaning the computer 00002 0c eee eee eee eee 4 53 Moving the computer 0 2 cee 4 54 Heat dispersal 11 6460 cee eee eee eee eee ee eee ee 4 54 Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection 4 55 The Keyboard Typewriter keyS 000 cece eee eee 5 1 Function keys F1 F12 0222 0c eee eee 5 2 Soft keys FN key combinations 0 000 cee e eee eee 5 2 Hotkeys isc 260s educa detadn tae ae eee EE 5 3 Windows special keys 0 02 00 eee e eee eee eee eee 5 5 Touchpad Enable Disable Button 0 0 e eee eee 5 5 Generating ASCII characters 0002 cee eee eee 5 5 Power and Power up Modes Power conditions 0 0c cece eens 6 1 Power indicators 660 cee fae ee te ce ee ee ee 6 2 Battery YDS isrann ee hae Sides Beene ged Sawa ee ae es 6 3 Care and use of the battery pack 2 22002000 6 5 Replacing the battery pack 0 eee eee 6 9 TOSHIBA Password Utility 2 0 0 cece eee eee 6 11 Power up MOdES 0 0 cee eee 6
90. You can change the TOSHIBA HDD Protection settings by using the TOSHIBA HDD Protection window To open the window click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt HDD Protection Settings The window can also be started from the icon on the Taskbar or from the Control Panel HDD Protection You can choose whether to enable or disable TOSHIBA HDD Protection Detection Level This function can be set to four levels The sensitivity levels in which vibrations impacts and their similar signs are detected can be set to OFF 1 2 and 3 in ascending order Level 3 is recommended for better protection of the computer However when the computer is used in a mobile environment or in other unstable conditions setting the detection level to 3 could result in frequent execution of TOSHIBA HDD Protection which will slow Hard Disk Drive reading and writing Set a lower detection level when the speed of Hard Disk Drive reading and writing is a priority User s Manual 4 55 Operating Basics J Different detection levels can be set depending on whether the computer is used as handheld or mobile usages or whether it is used in a stable environment such as on a table in the workplace or at home By setting different detection levels for the computer depending on whether it runs with the AC power desktop or with batteries handheld or mobile usage the detection level automatically switches according to the power connection mode 3D Viewer
91. a E Donotuse the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator in order to copy DVD Video or DVD ROM material that has copyright protection E DVD RAM discs cannot be backed up using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot back up CD ROM CD R or CD RW media to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer or DVD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator You cannot back up CD ROM CD R or CD RW media to DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot back up DVD ROM DVD Video DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW to CD R or CD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator E TOSHIBA Disc Creator cannot record in packet format E You might not be able to use the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator to back up a DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW disc that was made with other software on a different optical media recorder E If you add data to a DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD R or DVD R Double Layer disc that you have already recorded to you might not be able to read the added data under some circumstances For example it cannot be read under 16 bit operating systems such as Windows 98SE and Windows Me while in Windows NT4 you will need Service Pack 6 or later and in Windows 2000 you will need Service Pack 2 In additi
92. a number of forms from a microprocessor to a simple connector An intelligent adapter one that is capable of doing some processing may also be called a controller alphanumeric Keyboard characters including letters numbers and other symbols such as punctuation marks or mathematical symbols User s Manual Glossary 2 Glossary alternating current AC Electric current that reverses its direction of flow at regular intervals analog signal A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to are an analog of the value to be transmitted Voice communications are analog signals application A group of programs that together are used for a specific task such as accounting financial planning spreadsheets word processing and games ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange ASCII code is a set of 256 binary codes that represent the most commonly used letters numbers and symbols asynchronous Lacking regular time relationship As applied to computer communications asynchronous refers to the method of transmitting data that does not require a steady stream of bits to be transmitted at regular time intervals B backup A copy of a file usually on a removable disk kept in case the original file is lost or damaged binary The base two number system composed of zeros and ones off or on used by most digital computers The right most digit of a binary number has a
93. acter string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks For example if you enter a password consisting of four characters the display is shown as Enter Password 2 Click the OK button The following message appears allowing you to verify the password Verify Password 3 If character strings match the password is registered click OK button If they do not match the following message appears You must repeat from step 1 Entry Error To delete a user password 1 Select Not Registered to display the following prompt Enter Password 2 Enter the currently registered password The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks Enter Password 3 Click the OK button If the character string you enter matches the registered password the password option is reset and the display changes to User s Manual 7 2 HW Setup and Passwords 1 Not registered If they do not match the following message appears You must repeat step 1 Incorrect Password If you enter the password incorrectly three times in a row the computer will shut down You will not be able to access the password option in the HW Setup In this case you must turn the power off and back on to retry the procedure 4 Follow the same procedures described in the earlier section How to set the password to set a new user password Display This tab allows you to customize your computer s display settings f
94. after the registrant had registered E amp E TOSHIBA Face Recognition may incorrectly recognize faces that are similar to a registrant For high security purposes TOSHIBA Face Recognition is not a suitable substitute for Windows passwords When security is a high priority use your established Windows passwords to log in Bright background light and or shadows may prevent a registrant from being recognized correctly In that case log in using your Windows password If recognition of a registrant fails repeatedly refer to your computer documentation to learn ways to improve recognition performance E TOSHIBA Face Recognition records face data in a log when face recognition fails When transferring ownership or disposing of your computer please uninstall the application or delete all the logs created by the application For details on how to do this see help file User s Manual 4 39 Operating Basics Disclaimer Toshiba does not guarantee that the face recognition utility technology will be completely secure or error free Toshiba does not guarantee that the face recognition utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of the face recognition software or utility TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS PROFITS PROGRAMS DATA NETWORK SYSTEMS OR RE
95. age or malfunction E Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply It could cause damage or malfunction HDMI out port HDMI out port can connect with Type A Homi connector HDMI cable One HDMI cable can send video and audio signals In addition to this it can send and receive control signals By connecting a TV which supports HDMI Control to this port the remote control for the connected TV can be used to operate some of the computer functions Refer to the REGZA Link section in Chapter 8 Optional Devices for more details ExpressCard slot This slot allows you to install a single EX ExpressCard device A Toshiba slim size remote controller can be inserted in the ExpressCard slot Please note only Some models are equipped with a Slim size remote controller Keep foreign metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips out of the ExpressCard slot Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury User s Manual 2 4 The Grand Tour eSATA lt 4 eSATA USB combo port Headphone S PDIF jack Microphone jack This Universal Serial Bus port which complies to the USB 2 0 standard is provided on the left hand side of the computer The ports with the icon 4 has USB Sleep and Charge function This port has eSATA External Serial ATA function A 3 5 mm mini headphone jack that lets you connect digital speakers or a stereo headp
96. al s production However succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual Trademarks IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC is a trademark of International Business Machine Corporation Intel Intel Core Celeron Centrino and Pentium are registered trademark or trademarks of Intel Corporation Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation DirectX ActiveDesktop DirectShow and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe system Incorporated in the United States Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license ConfigFree is a trademark of TOSHIBA Corporation DVD MovieFactory is trademark of the Corel Corporations User s Manual WinDVD is a trademark of the Corel Corporations Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Dolby Home Theater is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories ExpressCard is a trademark of PCMCIA HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC LabelFlash is trademark of YAMAHA C
97. alled The slot supports hot plug connection and utilizes the PCI Express interface that supports the reading and writing of data at a theoretical maximum rate of 2 5Gbps Inserting an ExpressCard I The Windows hot install feature allows you to insert ExpressCards while the computer is turned on E Do not insert an ExpressCard while the computer is in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode as you may find that some cards do not work properly To insert an ExpressCard follow the steps as detailed below 1 Press the ExpressCard eject button to partially extend it out of the computer 2 Press the extended ExpressCard eject button in order to eject the Dummy card partially out of the computer Grasp the Dummy card and draw it Insert the ExpressCard into the ExpressCard slot on the side of the computer 5 Press the ExpressCard gently to ensure a firm connection is made Rw User s Manual 8 2 Optional Devices Figure 8 1 Inserting the ExpressCard 6 After inserting the ExpressCard you should refer to its documentation and also check the configuration in Windows in order to ensure that it is correct Removing an ExpressCard To remove an ExpressCard follow the steps as detailed below 1 Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Windows Task Bar 2 Point to ExpressCard and click the left Touch Pad control button 3 Press the ExpressCard eject button to partially extend it out of the computer 7 If the
98. an supply USB bus power DC5V to the USB port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF Power OFF includes Sleep Mode Hibernation Mode or shutdown state This function can be used for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function hereinafter called compatible ports Compatible ports are USB ports that have the 4 symbol icon You can use the USB Sleep and Charge function to charge certain USB compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players However the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification In those cases turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device User s Manual 4 10 Operating Basics F E When USB Sleep and Charge function is set to Enabled USB bus I power DC5V will be supplied to compatible ports even when the power of the computer is turned OFF USB bus power DC5V is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports However some external devices cannot be charged solely by supplying USB bus power DC5V As for the specifications of the external devices please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use E Using the USB sleep and charge function to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers E f USB S
99. annot be erased or changed E CD RW discs including multi speed CD RW discs high speed CD RW discs and ultra speed CD RW discs can be recorded more than once DVDs E DVD R DVD R DVD R Dual Layer and DVD R Double Layer discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed BH DVD RW DVD RW and DVD RAM discs can be recorded more than once a Some types and formats of DVD R Dual Layer and DVD R Double T Layer discs may be unreadable BDs m BD R BD R DL discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed E BD RE BD RE DL discs can be recorded more than once User s Manual 2 18 The Grand Tour BD Writer drive The full size BD Writer drive module lets you record data to writable CD DVD BD discs as well as run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 for Tray type CD DVD BDs without using an adaptor J The read speed is slower at the centre of a disc and faster at the outer edge BD ROM read DVD ROM read CD ROM read BD R write BD R DL write BD RE write BD RE DL write DVD R write DVD RW write DVD R write DVD RW write DVD R DL write DVD R DL write DVD RAM write CD R write CD RW write BD Combo drive The full size BD Combo drive module lets you record data to writable CD DVD BDs as well as run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 for Tray type CD DVD BDs without using an adaptor 6 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 24 speed m
100. application programs may not support remote control functions Operational range of the Remote Controller Point the Remote controller at your computer and press a button The operational angle and distance are described below Distance Within 5 m from the infrared receiver window Angle Within a 30 degree horizontal and 15 degree vertical range of the infrared receiver window User s Manual 2 27 The Grand Tour Figure 2 11 Operational range of the remote control The appearance of the provided Remote Controller may vary from model to model Even if the remote controller is within the effective range as described above it may malfunction or not work correctly in the following cases E When an obstacle stands between the infrared receiver window of your computer and the Remote Controller E When direct sunlight or strong fluorescent light strikes the infrared receiver window E When the infrared receiver window or the infrared emission part of the Remote Controller is dirty H When other computers which use an infrared remote controller are used near to your computer E When alow battery condition is present User s Manual 2 28 The Grand Tour Installing Removing batteries Be sure to install the provided CR2016 type batteries before using the remote controller Store the battery for the remote control beyond the reach of children If a child swallows a battery this might result in cho
101. ast 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time This is because the computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and then calculate the remaining operating time based on this together with the current power consumption E Please be aware that the actual remaining operating time may differ Slightly from the calculated time With repeated discharges and recharges the battery s capacity will gradually decrease In view of this it will be noted that an often used older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged Maximizing battery operating time A battery s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge while how long the charge lasts in a battery depends on E Processor speed Screen brightness System Sleep Mode System Hibernation Mode Display power off period E Hard disk drive power off period E How often and for how long you use the hard disk drive optical disc and floppy diskette drives E How much charge the battery contained to begin with How you use optional devices such as an ExpressCard to which the battery supplies power E Whether you enable Sleep Mode which can conserve battery power if you are frequently turning the computer off and on E Where you store your programs and data E Whether you close the display panel when you are not using the keyboard closi
102. at permits a computer to communicate with a device dialog box A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information disable To turn a computer option off See also enable Digital Audio An audio compression standard that enables high quality transmission and real time playback of sound files disk drive The device that randomly accesses information on a disk and copies it to the computer s memory It also writes data from memory to the disk To accomplish these tasks the unit physically rotates the disk at high speed past a read write head disk storage Storing data on magnetic disk Data is arranged on concentric tracks much like a phonograph record display A CRT LCD or other image producing device used to view computer output documentation The set of manuals and or other instructions written for the users of a computer system or application Computer system documentation typically includes procedural and tutorial information as well as system functions double click To press and release the pointing device s primary button rapidly twice without moving the pointing device In the Windows operating system this refers to the pointing device s left button unless otherwise stated driver A software program generally part of the operating system that controls a specific piece of hardware frequently a peripheral device such as a printer or mouse DVD An individual digital versatile
103. ation for troubleshooting suggestions and consider calling the software company s technical support department for assistance E Consult the reseller or dealer from where you purchased your computer and or software they are your best resource for current information and support User s Manual 9 28 Troubleshooting 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 Outside of Europe In Europe Australia Germany amp Austria TOSHIBA Australia Pty Ltd Toshiba Europe GmbH Information Systems Division Hammfelddamm 8 Building C 12 24 Talavera Rd D 41460 Neuss Deutschland North Ryde 2113 NSW Australia Canada France TOSHIBA of Canada Ltd Toshiba Syst mes France S A 191 McNabb Street Markham 7 Rue Amp re B P 131 Ontario L3R 8H2 92804 Puteaux C dex France China Netherlands TOSHIBA Personal Computer amp Toshiba Information Systems Benelux Network Shanghai Co Ltd Westbroek 36 46 10F BEA Finance Tower No 66 4822 ZW Breda Nederland Hua Yuan Shi Qiao Road Pudong Shanghai P R China 200120 Singapore Spain Toshiba Singapore Pte Ltd Toshiba Europe GmbH Sucursal en 438B Alexandra Road Alexandra Espana Technopark 06 01 Singapore Parque Empresarial San Fernando 119968 Edificio Europa 1a Planta Escalera A 28830 Madrid Espa a United States of America United Kingdom Toshiba America I
104. aximum 6 speed maximum 4 speed maximum 2 speed maximum 2 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 6 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 4 speed maximum 4 speed maximum 5 speed maximum 24 speed maximum 16 speed maximum Ultra speed media The read speed is slower at the centre of a disc and faster at the outer edge BD ROM read DVD ROM read CD ROM read DVD R write DVD RW write DVD R write DVD RW write DVD R DL write DVD R DL write DVD RAM write CD R write CD RW write 6 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 24 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 6 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 4 speed maximum 4 speed maximum 4 speed maximum 5 speed maximum 24 speed maximum 16 speed maximum Ultra speed media User s Manual 2 19 The Grand Tour DVD Super Multi drive The full size DVD Super Multi drive module allows you to record data to recordable CD s and DVD s as well as run 12cm 4 72 and 8cm 3 15 for Tray type or 12cm 4 72 for Slot type CD s and DVD s without using an adaptor The speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge DVD ROM read 8 speed maximum CD ROM read 24 speed maximum DVD R write 8 speed maximum DVD R DL write 6 speed maximum DVD RW write 6 speed maximum DVD R write 8 speed maximum DVD R DL write 6 speed maximum DVD RW write 8 speed maximum DVD RAM write 5 speed maximum CD R write 24 speed maximum CD
105. ble DVD R Double Layer Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Double Layer FDD floppy diskette drive FHD Full High Definition FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive GPS Global Positioning System User s Manual Glossary 1 Glossary HD High Definition Plus IDE integrated drive electronics IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I O input output IrDA Infrared Data Association IRQ interrupt request KB kilobyte LAN local area network LCD liquid crystal display LED light emitting diode MB megabyte MMC multi media card OCR optical character recognition reader PCB printed circuit board PCI peripheral component interconnect RAM random access memory RGB red green and blue ROM read only memory RTC real time clock S P DIF Sony Philips Digital Interface Format SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SLI Scalable Link Interface SIM Subscriber Identity Module SO DIMM small outline dual in line memory module TFT thin film transistor UART universal asynchronous receiver transmitter USB Universal Serial Bus VESA Video Electronic Standards Association VGA video graphics array XGA extended graphics array A adaptor A device that provides a compatible connection between two units For example the computer s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen An adapter can take
106. bled If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Annoying sound is In this instance you may be experiencing heard feedback from either the internal microphone or an external microphone connected to the computer please refer to Sound system in Chapter 4 Operating Basics for further information Volume cannot be adjusted when Windows is turned on or turned off If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Volume control Problem Procedure No sound is heard Adjust the volume control Press the Volume UP button to increase the volume and press the Volume DOWN button to decrease the volume Turn the volume control while verifying the volume in order to adjust Annoying sound is Volume cannot be adjusted when Windows is heard turned on or turned off If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider External monitor Please also refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices and to the documentation supplied with your monitor for further information Problem Procedure Monitor does not turn After confirming that the monitor s power switch on is on you should check the connections to make sure that the power cord adaptor is firmly connected to the monitor and to a working power outlet User s Manual 9 23 Troubleshooting Problem No display Display e
107. blem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 8 Troubleshooting J Display Power Saving Technology Your model may include the Display Power Saving Technology feature that can save the computer s power consumption by optimizing picture contrast on the internal LCD This feature can be used if the computer is E configured with Mobile Intel HM55 Express Chipset model in graphic chip by Intel E running under battery mode E using the internal LCD display only The power and performance settings can be adjusted in the Intel Graphics and Media Control Panel To access this control panel go to Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalizaion Display gt Change display settings Advanced settings Intel R Graphics and Media Control Panel Graphics Properties gt Power Power Features gt Graphics Power Plan Settings select On battery gt Display Power Saving Technology If you want to improve the picture quality under the conditions mentioned above adjust the setting towards Maximum Quality or disable this feature Please visit your region s web site or refer to the catalog for the configuration details of the model that you have purchased User s Manual 9 9 Troubleshooting Solid State Drive Problem Computer does not boot from hard disk drive Hard disk drive Problem Computer does not boot from hard disk drive Slow
108. cal device that reads and writes to floppy diskettes Fn esse A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hot keys folder An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders format The process of preparing a blank disk for its first use Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the disk function keys The keys labeled F1 through F9 that tell the computer to perform certain functions User s Manual Glossary 7 Glossary G gigabyte GB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 megabytes See also megabyte graphics Drawings pictures or other images such as charts or graphs to present information H hard disk A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can be magnetically coded with data Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are used for long term storage of programs and data The primary or only hard disk in a computer is usually fixed but some computers have secondary hard disks that are removable By default the hard disk is referred to as drive C hard disk drive HDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes a hard disk See also hard disk hardware The physical electronic and mechanical components of a computer system typically the computer itself external disk drives etc See also software and firmware hertz A unit of wave frequency that equals one
109. cator flashes the computer will enable Hibernation Mode so that you do not lose any data and automatically turn itself off You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged Procedures To recharge a battery pack while it is installed in the computer connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack and plug the other end into a working outlet the Battery indicator will glow amber while the battery is being charged User s Manual 6 5 Power and Power up Modes Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or the optional TOSHIBA Battery charger to charge the battery pack Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger Time The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a discharged battery Charging time hours Battery type Power on Power off Battery Pack about 12 or longer about 4 or longer 3 cell 6 cell 12 cell RTC battery about 24 about 24 with AC or Battery pack Please be aware that the charging time when the computer is on is affected by ambient temperature the temperature of the computer and how you are using the computer if you make heavy use of external devices for example the battery might scarcely charge at all during operation Please refer to the section Maximizing battery operating time for further information Battery charging notice The battery may not begin charging immediately under the following conditions E The batte
110. cells using active matrix technology with thin film transistor TFT to drive each cell Touch Pad A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest U USB Universal Serial Bus This serial interface lets you communicate with several devices connected in a chain to a single port on the computer V VGA Video Graphics Array is an industry standard video adaptor that lets you run any popular software volatile memory Random access memory RAM that stores information as long as power is supplied to the computer W warm start Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off User s Manual Glossary 13 Glossary Wi Fi A registered trademark term of the Wi Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components window A portion of the screen that can display its own application document or dialog box Often used to mean a Windows window Wireless LAN Local Area Network LAN through wireless communication write protection A method for protecting a floppy diskette from accidental erasure User s Manual Glossary 14 Index A AC adaptor 1 10 additional 1 22 connecting 3 2 DC IN 19V jack 2 7 ASCII characters 5 5 B Battery charging 6 5 extending battery life 6 8 indicator 2 15 6 2 Monitoring capacity 6 7 real time clock 1 10 6 4
111. ck When the AC adaptor is not connected the computer s main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack also referred to in this manual as the battery You can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source although you should not change the battery pack while the AC adaptor is connected Before you remove the battery pack save your data and shut down the computer or place the computer into Hibernation Mode Please be aware that when placing the computer into Hibernation Mode the contents of memory will be saved to the hard disk drive although for safety sake it is best to also save your data manually User s Manual 6 3 Power and Power up Modes WN E The battery pack is a lithium ion battery which can explode if not A properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements E Do notremove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode In this mode data is stored in memory so if the computer loses power it will be lost E Battery type depending on the model you purchased E The availability of this battery is dependent on the model you purchased Real Time Clock battery The Real Time Clock RTC battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calendar function and also maintains the system configuration while th
112. curs and then reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected If the problem persists then you should refer to the documentation supplied with your MultiMediaCard for further information You cannot read a file Check to ensure the required file is actually on the MultiMediaCard that is inserted into the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Infrared receiver window If you are using a USB mouse you should also refer to both the USB device section in this chapter and the documentation supplied with your mouse Problem Procedure Infrared devices do Make sure there is no obstruction blocking not work as expected communication between the computer and the target device If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse you should also refer to both the USB device section in this chapter and the documentation supplied with your mouse Touch Pad Problem Procedure On screen pointer In this instance the system might be busy Try does not respond to moving the mouse again after waiting a short pointing device while Check to make sure that the Touchpad operation button above is not disabled Press it so that the light indicator actives on the touchpad User s Manual 9 16 Troubleshooting Problem Double tapping does not work The mous
113. cycle per second host computer The computer that controls regulates and transmits information to a device or another computer hot key The computer s feature in which certain keys in combination with the extended function key FN can be used to set system parameters such as speaker volume HW Setup A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various hardware components icon A small graphic image displayed on the screen or in the indicator panel In Windows an icon represents an object that the user can manipulate input The data or instructions you provide to a computer communication device or other peripheral device from the keyboard or external or internal storage devices The data sent or output by the sending computer is input for the receiving computer instruction Statements or commands that specify how to perform a particular task interface 1 Hardware and or software components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another 2 To physically connect one system or device to another to exchange information 3 The point of contact between user the computer and the program for example the keyboard or a menu interrupt request A signal that gives a component access to the processor User s Manual Glossary 8 Glossary 1 0 Input output Refers to acceptance and transfer of data to and from a computer I O devices Equipment used to communicate with the comp
114. d tap P Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose OK Cancel User s Manual 8 16 Optional Devices 3 Choose Duplicate these displays of Multiple displays System displays on Mobile PC display TV or Monitor at the same time e x QO E Displey gt Seren Resolution Change the appearance of your display Display 1 2 Multiple Monitors v Resolution 1366 x768 v Orientation Multiple displays Duplicate these displays This is currently your main display Advanced settings Connect to a projector or press the A key and tap P Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose OK Cancel _ Apply 4 Choose Extend these displays of Multiple displays System desktop extends on TV or Monitor r x IE Dipi gt Seren Reston IA Change the appearance of your displays Dat Resolution 1366 x 768 recommended Orientation Multiple displays Duplicate these displ This is currently you Advanced settings Show desktop only on 1 Connect to a projec Show desktop only on2 _ tap P Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose OK Cancel __ Apply User s Manual 8 17 Optional Devices yt E Display Screen Resolution z Search Con 2 w Change the appearance of your displays Display 1 Mobile PC Displa R
115. dden recovery partition This partition stores files which can be used to restore pre installed software in the event of a problem If you subsequently set up your hard disk drive again do not change delete or add partitions in a manner other than specified in the manual otherwise you may find that space for the required software is not available In addition if you use a third party partitioning program to reconfigure the partitions on your hard disk drive you may find that it becomes impossible to setup your computer When the sound mute feature has been activated by pressing the Mute panel Fn ESC be sure to disable this to allow sounds to be heard before Starting the restore process Please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre installed software without System Recovery Options When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost 1 Turn off your computer 2 While holding down 0 zero key on the keyboard turn on your computer 3 A menu will be displayed from which you should follow the on screen instructions User s Manual 3 14 Getting Started Restoring the pre installed software from your created Recovery Discs J pmi o If the pre installed files are damaged you are able to either use the Recovery Discs you have created or the hard disk drive recovery proce
116. default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation Check with your LAN administrator regarding set up procedures If you are using Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 megabits per second 1000BASE T be sure to connect with a CAT5E cable or higher You cannot use a CAT3 or CAT5 cable If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher You cannot use a CAT3 cable If you are using Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T you can connect with a CAT3 or higher cable User s Manual 4 51 Operating Basics Connecting the LAN cable ZN E Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable The AC adaptor must remain connected during LAN use If you disconnect the AC Adaptor while the computer is accessing a LAN the system may hang up E Do not connect any other cable to the LAN jack except the LAN cable Otherwise malfunctions or damage may occur E Do not connect any power supplying device to the LAN cable that is connected to the LAN jack Otherwise malfunctions or damage may occur To connect the LAN cable follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer 2 Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack Press gently until you hear the latch click into place Figure 4 13 Connecting the LAN cable 3 Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connect
117. designed to work with and is compatible with the following networks It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional requirements conditional in EG 201 121 Germany ATAAB ANOO5 ANOO6 ANOO7 AN009 ANO10 and DEO3 04 05 08 09 12 14 17 Greece ATAAB ANO05 ANOO6 and GR01 02 03 04 Portugal ATAAB ANO01 005 006 007 011 and P03 04 08 10 Spain ATAAB ANOO5 007 012 and ESO1 Switzerland ATAAB AN002 All other countries regions ATAAB AN003 004 Specific switch settings or software setup is required for each network please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details The hookflash timed break register recall function is subject to separate national type approvals It has not been tested for conformity to national type regulations and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific function on specific national networks can be given Japan regulations Region selection If you are using the computer in Japan technical regulations described under Telecommunications Business Law require that you select the Japan region mode It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection Redial urees Up to two redial attempts can be made If more than two redial attempts are made the modem will return Black Listed If you are experiencing problems with the Black Listed code set the interval between redials at one minute or longer Japan s Telecommunications Business Law
118. digital audio files This button also acts as a Pause button Press this button to advance to the previous track chapter or data Press this button to advance to the next track chapter or data Press this button to turn on off the sound Use these buttons to adjust the volume of the internal stereo speakers and optional external stereo headphones if connected Press the Volume DOWN button to decrease the volume and the Volume UP button to increase the volume User s Manual 2 14 The Grand Tour System indicators The LED system indicators for specific computer operations glow when those operations are in progress gt 7D oD DC IN Power C Battery HDD ODD eSATA D Bridge media slot Figure 2 7 System indicators The DC IN indicator normally glows white when power is being correctly supplied from the AC power adaptor However If the output voltage from the adaptor is abnormal or if the computer s power supply malfunctions this indicator will go out The Power indicator normally glows white when the computer is turned on However if you turn the computer off into Sleep Mode this indicator will flash amber approximately one second on two seconds off both while the system is shutting down and while it remains turned off The Battery indicator shows the condition of the battery s charge white indicates the battery is fully charged amber indicates the battery is charging
119. displayed Selecting Please enable software now agree with the terms and conditions and use and sharing of the information collected and clicking OK will enable the program By enabling the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software you agree with these terms and conditions and to the use and sharing of the collected information Once the program is enabled the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor screen is displayed and the program will begin monitoring system functions and collecting information User s Manual F 2 TOSHIBA Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual Alternate naming is included for reference Abbreviations AACS advanced access content system AC Alternating current ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS basic input output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD ROM Compact Disc Read Only Memory CD RW Compact Disc ReWritable CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor CPU central processing unit CRT cathode ray tube DC direct current DDC display data channel DDR double data rate DIMM dual inline memory module DVD digital versatile disc DVD R Digital Versatile Disc Recordable DVD RAM Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory DVD R Dual Layer Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Dual Layer DVD ROM Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory DVD RW Digital Versatile Disc ReWrita
120. ditional TOSHIBA Disc Creator information E Opening the TOSHIBA Disc Creator Manual Start All Programs TOSHIBA CD amp DVD Applications Disc Creator Help When Using Corel DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Q How to make a Labelflash DVD Simplified steps for making a Labelflash DVD 1 Insert a Labelflash disc in optical disc drive Set PRINTING SIDE for underside 2 Click Start All Programs DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA gt DVD MovieFactory Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory Click Create Disc Label Corel Label Once is started Click the General tab Choose optical disc drive for Printer e g lt E gt Add and customize the look of your images and text Click Labelflash setting and choose Draw Quality Click Print ONO w User s Manual 4 27 Operating Basics How to make a DVD Video Method 1 Simplified steps for making a DVD Video from adding video source 1 Click Start All Programs DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA gt DVD MovieFactory Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory 2 Inserta DVD RW or DVD RW disc in Burner 3 Click Video Disc Burn Video to Disc to launch Direct Recording dialog box choose DVD Video VR to invoke Straight Capture to Disc Page 4 Choose DVD Video format 5 Choose the capture source is DV 6 Press Capture button Method 2 Simplified steps for making a DVD Video from adding video source 1 Click Start All Programs DVD Mo
121. e battery may be at the end of its operating life and should be replaced However if you do not believe the battery is at the end of its operating life you should speak to your reseller dealer or service provider If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery the battery might not charge to its full potential in these instances you should fully discharge the battery and then attempt to charge it again Check the Power saver option under Select a power plan in the Power Options User s Manual 9 6 Troubleshooting Real Time Clock Problem The following message is displayed on the LCD RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent Press F2 key to set Date Time Password Problem Cannot enter password Keyboard Procedure The RTC battery charge has become exhausted you should set the date and time in within the BIOS setup screen through the following steps 1 Press F2 key BIOS setup will boot up 2 Press F5 F6 to set the date in System Date 3 Press F5 F6 to set the time in System Time Procedure Please refer to the TOSHIBA Password Utility section in Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for further information Keyboard problems can be caused by the setup and configuration of the computer please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further information Problem Output to screen is garbled Procedure Please refer to your software s docume
122. e start menu E TOSHIBA Assist This can be used to open TOSHIBA Assist if it is already installed in your computer TOSHIBA DVD This software is provided for playback of DVD PLAYER Video It has an on screen interface and functions Click Start All Programs gt TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Frame dropping audio skipping or out of synch audio and video may occur during playback of some DVD Video and Blu ray Disc titles Make sure to connect the computer s AC adaptor when playing a DVD Video Power saving features may interfere with smooth playback User s Manual 1 21 Introduction Options You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use The following options are available Memory expansion Battery Pack AC Adaptor USB FDD Security lock A 1GB 2GB or 4GB memory module PC3 8500 PC2 6400 can easily be installed in the computer An additional battery pack can be purchased for use as either a spare or replacement Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for futher information If you frequently use your computer at more than one site it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in order to remove the need to always carry the adaptor with you The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1 44MB or 720KB floppy diskette through connection to one of the computer s USB ports In use please be aware that
123. e computer is turned off If the RTC battery becomes completely discharged the system will lose this information and the real time clock and calendar will stop working in this instance the following message will be displayed when you turn on the power ERROR 0271 Check date and time settings D WARNING 0251 System CMOS checksum bad Default E configuration used Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to Setup mM The computer s RTC battery is a lithium battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative The battery can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations When this error appears the following action is recommended 1 Connect the AC adapter and let the battery charge for 24 hours 2 Press F2 to enter BIOS setup menu 3 Set correct time and date JN If you still see the error message after performing the above actions please contact your TOSHIBA service representative User s Manual 6 4 Power and Power up Modes Care and use of the battery pack 1 The battery pack is a vital component of portable computing and as such taking proper care of it will help ensure a longer operating time on battery power as well as deliver a longer life for your battery pack The instructions detailed in this section will help to ensure safe operation and maximum performance Refer
124. e pointer moves too fast or too slow The reaction of Touch pad is either too sensitive or not sensitive enough Procedure In this instance you should initially try changing the double click speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Mouse icon 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as required and click OK In this instance you should initially try changing the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Mouse icon 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the pointer speed as required and click OK If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Adjust the touch Sensitivity 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Mouse icon 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Device Settings tab 3 Click the Settings button 4 Properties for Synaptics TouchPad V7 2 on PS 2 Port window is displayed 5 Select Sensitivity from the Select an item list 6 Select Touch Sensitivity and move the slider bar to adjust the sensitivity 7 Click the OK button User s Manual 9 17 Troubleshooting USB mouse Problem On screen pointer does not respond to mou
125. e xiv International precautions sssansa nananana nanana XX Preface Manual contents 2200 eee eee xxvi Conventions socsisrres kinana naa a a a aay wee xxvii General Precautions Provide adequate ventilation 20 2220 eee xxix Creating a computer friendly environment Xxix Stress UNJUNY siisi ataiona Sara erred ame EAE aA eee date XXX Heat jury ace eee eee oe eee we eee ee ee ee XXX Pressure or impact damage 220 0 ee eee eens XXX ExpressCard overheating 20002 2 eee ee ee eee eeee XXX Mobile phoneS rrrerrsrrna nani n eee eee en bee ew eee ew cee Xxxi Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 005 Xxxi Introduction Equipment checklist 0 00 cece eee eee eee 1 1 xxii Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 User s Manual FOCUS 5 areca sia See aed fee eer a ee ata are a ata dd ar tae erate wea ace ae 1 3 Special features 0 00 e eee 1 14 TOSHIBA Value Added Package 0 cece eee e eee eees 1 17 Utilities and Applications 200222 eee eee 1 18 ODNONS 6 icedore tra aaa hana es Sale ed oe 1 22 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed 2 202002e eee 2 1 L tt Side caneiro i tee aaa aa eh ioe aad eee 2 3 Right Sid ches i E a Dee Yea eae ee See ee ee 2 6 Underside ic icra eet ei dea de ae Se eae oe tad eee 2 8 Front with the display open 200 2e eee eee 2 10
126. eSATA port Default Disabled Disables the eSATA port in order to save power SATA Interface setting This feature allows you to set SATA interface setting Performance Let HDD SSD work with maximum performance Default Battery life Let HDD SSD work with battery life mode If this setting is selected this causes performance down User s Manual 7 5 TOSHIBA Chapter 8 Optional Devices Q Optional devices can expand the computer s capabilities and its versatility This chapter describes the connection or installation of the following devices To connect optional devices such as USB device or External monitor to the computer be sure to check the shape and orientation of the connector before connecting Cards memory E ExpressCard E Bridge media slot Secure Digital SD Card SD memory card SDHC memory card miniSD Card microSD Card Memory Stick Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo xD picture card MultiMediaCard SIM card E Memory expansion Power devices E Battery packs E Universal AC Adaptor E Battery Charger Peripheral devices Hard disk drive pack USB floppy diskette drive eSATA External monitor HDMI User s Manual 8 1 Optional Devices Other E Security lock ExpressCard The computer is equipped with a single ExpressCard slot into which any ExpressCard device that meets industry standards either manufactured by TOSHIBA or another vendor can be inst
127. ed CD RW s at up to 16x speed DVD RW s at up to 6x speed DVD R s DVD R s and DVD RW s at up to 8x speed DVD R Dual layer at up to 4x speed DVD R Double Layer at up to 4x speed DVD RAM s at up to 5x speed BD R s at up to 6x speed BD R DL at 4x speed BD RE s at up to 2x speed and BD RE DL at up to 2x speed and supports the following formats CD DA CD ROM CD ROM XA PhotoCD multisession Video CD CD Extra CD CD Text Hybrid SACD DVD Video DVD ROM DVD R DVD RW DVD R DL DVD R DVD RW DVD R DL DVD RAM BD ROM BD R BD RE BD R DL BD RE DL User s Manual 1 8 Introduction BD Combo drive The drive reads BD ROM s at a maximum 6x speed and DVD ROM s at a maximum 8x speed and CD ROM s at a maximum 24x speed and writes CD R s at up to 24x speed CD RW s at up to 16x speed DVD RW s at up to 6x speed DVD R s DVD R s and DVD RW s at up to 8x speed DVD R Dual layer at up to 4x speed DVD R Double Layer at up to 4x speed DVD RAM s at up to 5x speed BD R s at up to 6x speed BD R DL at 4x speed CD DA CD ROM CD ROM XA PhotoCD multisession Video CD CD Extra CD CD Text Hybrid SACD DVD Video DVD ROM DVD R DVD RW DVD R DL DVD R DVD RW DVD R DL DVD RAM BD ROM User s Manual 1 9 Introduction Keyboard Built in Pointing Device Built in Touch Pad Power Battery pack RTC battery AC adaptor Ports External monitor Universal Serial Bus US
128. eee TOSHIBA Satellite A500 Satellite Pro A500 Satellite A500D Satellite Pro A500D series User s Manual Copyright 2009 by TOSHIBA Corporation All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein TOSHIBA Satellite A500 Satellite Pro A500 Satellite A500D Satellite Pro A500D series Portable Personal Computer User s Manual First edition August 2009 Copyright authority for music movies computer programs databases and other intellectual property covered by copyright laws belongs to the author or to the copyright owner Copyrighted material can be reproduced only for personal use or use within the home Any other use beyond that stipulated above including conversion to digital format alteration transfer of copied material and distribution on a network without the permission of the copyright owner is a violation of copyright or author s rights and is subject to civil damages or criminal action Please comply with copyright laws in making any reproduction from this manual Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA Satellite A500 Satellite Pro A500 Satellite AS00D Satellite Pro A500D series Portable Personal Computers at the time of this manu
129. efore installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made 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 rural areas Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate User s Manual 1 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment s Ringer Equivalence Number REN and an explanation notice similar to the following The Ringer Equivalence Number REN of the modem can vary for the REN please refer to the modem s label The Ringer Equivalence Number REN assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maxi
130. elected region and telephony location User s Manual 4 43 Operating Basics 4 Select either a region from the region menu or a telephony location from the sub menu E When you click a region it becomes the modem s default selection for any new dialing locations that are created within the Windows Control Panel Phone and Modem Options E When you select a telephony location the corresponding region is automatically selected and becomes the modem s default setting Properties menu Click the icon with the secondary right mouse button in order to display a Properties menu on the screen Setting Within the Properties menu you are able to either enable or disable the following settings AutoRun Mode Allows you to configure whether the Modem Region Select utility starts automatically whenever you start up the operating system Open the Dialing Properties dialog box after selecting region Allows you to configure whether the dialing properties dialog box will be displayed automatically after you have selected a region Location list for region selection Displays a sub menu appears which details location information Open dialog box if the modem and Telephony Current Location region code do not match Displays a warning if the current settings for both region code and telephony location are different Modem Selection If the computer cannot recognize the internal modem a dialog box is displayed from which you should select t
131. er s eSATA USB combo port while the computer is in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode If this occurs disconnect the eSATA device and then reconnect the device while the computer is turned on E fyou connect an eSATA device after the computer has already been turned on it will take about ten seconds for it to be recognized by the computer Do not attempt to disconnect and reconnect the drive before this period has elapsed Disconnecting an eSATA device When you have finished using an eSATA device you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it 1 Wait for the indicator light of an eSATA device to go out to make sure all activity has stopped If you disconnect an eSATA device or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the drive you may lose data or damage an eSATA device or the drive 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Windows Taskbar 3 Click the eSATA device that you want to remove 4 Carefully pull the eSATA device s USB eSATA combo connector out from within the computer s USB eSATA combo port External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the computer s external monitor port with the computer supporting QXGA video mode In order to connect a monitor follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn the computer s power off 2 Connect the monitor cable to the external monitor port User s Manual 8 13 Optional Devices S 77 Figure 8 9 Connect
132. eries Other types or battery should not be used User s Manual 2 29 The Grand Tour Installing the batteries 1 Open the battery cover on the back of the Remote Controller Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow to remove the cover Figure 2 12 Opening the battery cover 2 Insert the batteries in place Be sure to place the batteries with their polarities and in the correct position Figure 2 13 Inserting the batteries 3 Close the battery cover Close the cover securely until it clicks Figure 2 14 Closing the battery cover User s Manual 2 30 The Grand Tour Replacing the batteries When the batteries in the Remote Controller reach the end of their life the Remote Controller may not operate correctly or work only within a short distance from your computer In this instance you should purchase new batteries and replace the discharged ones 1 Open the battery cover on the back of the Remote Controller 2 Replace the batteries Be sure to place the batteries with their polarities and in the correct position Figure 2 15 Removing the batteries 3 Close the battery cover until it clicks Type of battery that can be used for the Slim Size Remote Controller When the batteries shipped with the Remote Controller are discharged replace them with commercially available CR2016 Lithium batteries Other types or battery should not be used Installing the battery 1 O
133. erprint Sensor Problem Procedure Reading of the In this instance you should try the fingerprint fingerprint was not reading operation again using the correct finger successful position please refer to Using the Fingerprint Sensor in Chapter 4 Operating Basics for further information Alternatively you should try the recognition process again using another enrolled finger The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint However there may be instances where certain users are unable to register their fingerprints due to insufficient unique characteristics in their fingerprints The recognition success rate may differ from user to user The fingerprint cannot In this instance you should try the recognition be read due to injuries process again using another enrolled finger to the finger However if fingerprints from all the enrolled fingers cannot be read you should instead log into the computer by using the keyboard to input the password If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider USB device In addition to the information in this section please also refer to the documentation supplied with your USB device Problem Procedure USB device does not Remove the USB device from the computer and work then reconnect it to a free port in order to ensure it is firmly attached Ensure that any required USB device drivers are
134. es can interfere with the audio system The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way but it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort Be sure to read it before using the computer User s Manual XXXi TOSHIBA Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checklist and it identifies the computer s features options and accessories Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre installed by TOSHIBA Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use Hardware Check to make sure you have all the following items E TOSHIBA Satellite A500 Satellite Pro A500 Satellite A500D Satellite Pro A500D series Portable Personal Computer AC adaptor and power cord 2 pin plug or 3 pin plug E Battery pack is pre installed in some computer H Remote controller is included with some models E Two AA manganese batteries for remote controller HM CR2016 battery for Slim size remote controller E Some models are included with Slim size remote controller User s Manual 1 1 Introducti
135. es to be printed on the label surface of Labelflash compatible media without using a printer Some models supports the Labelflash function Labelflash features cannot be used in models that do not have a DVD Super Multi drive with Labelflash In order to determine if the optical disc drive installed in your computer supports Labelflash follow the steps as detailed below 1 Click Start All Programs gt DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA gt DVD MovieFactory Launcher fo launch DVD MovieFactory 2 Click Create Disc Label Corel Label Once is started 3 Click the General tab 4 Choose optical disc drive for Printer If the drive name is displayed in Step 4 your computer s optical disc drive supports Labelflash User s Manual 1 20 Introduction J WinDVD BD for This software is provided for playback of Blu ray TOSHIBA Disc It has an on screen interface and functions Click Start All Programs gt InterVideo WinDVD WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Windows Mobility This section describes the Windows Mobility Center Center Mobility Center is a utility for accessing several mobile PC settings quickly in one window A default maximum of eight tiles are provided by the operating system and the additional two tiles are added to your Mobility Center E Lock Computer This can be used to lock your computer without turning it off This has the same function as the Lock button at the bottom of the right pane in th
136. esolution ST Orientation Landscape Multiple displays A You must select Apply before making additional changes Make this my main display Connect to a projector or press the key and tap P Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose OK Cancel __ Apply _ REGZA Link PC Control HDMI out port can connect with Type A connector HDMI cable One HDMI cable can send and receive video audio and control signals HDMI CEC Consumer Electronics Control is a standard in the CE Industry which allows devices to work together over an HDMI cable By connecting a TV player which supports HDMI Control to this port the remote control for the connected TV can be used to operate some of the computer functions Using REGZA Link PC Control Toshiba notebooks with REGZA Link include a Toshiba utility dedicated to take advantage of its capabilities which can allow you to E Use the TV remote control to output the computer screen onto the TV screen E Use the TV remote control to launch operate and close applications on your computer E Turn on the TV when the HDMI output is selected using the Fn F5 key HM Switch the video output HDMI or LCD when executing certain desktop icons E Enable Disable the REGZA Link function on the computer User s Manual 8 18 Optional Devices Security lock A security locks enable you to anchor your computer to a desk or other
137. ess if the product includes one or more pre installed operating systems such as Microsoft Operating System and or pre installed software applications or media content Actual formatted capacity may vary Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you will not be able to increase the brightness of the screen Graphics Processor Unit GPU Graphics processor unit GPU performance may vary depending on product model design configuration applications power management settings and features utilized GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and may decrease considerably when operating in battery power mode User s Manual 10 3 Disclaimers Wireless LAN The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed USB Sleep amp Charge The USB Sleep amp Charge function may not work with certain external device even if they are compliant with the USB s
138. ettings ak N pl OD Security E TOSHIBA strongly recommend that you enable encryption functionality otherwise your computer will be open to illegal access by an outsider using a wireless connection If this occurs the outsider may illegally access your system eavesdrop or cause the loss or destruction of stored data TOSHIBA is not liable for the loss of data due to eavesdropping or illegal access through the wireless LAN and the damage thereof User s Manual 4 48 Operating Basics Bluetooth wireless technology Bluetooth wireless technology eliminates the need for cables such as desktop computers between your PC and other electronic devices example of printers and mobile phones You cannot use the computer s built in Bluetooth functions and an external Bluetooth adaptor simultaneously For reference Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features Worldwide operation The Bluetooth radio transmitter and receiver operate in the 2 4GHz band which is license free and compatible with radio systems in most countries in the world Radio links You can easily establish links between two or more devices with these links being maintained even if the devices are not within a line of sight of each other Security Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible to falsify the origin of a message E
139. events happen This section explains how select an existing scheme or save one you have modified To launch the configuration dialog window for system sounds follow the steps below 1 Right click the Speaker icon on the task tray 2 Select Sounds from the menu Realtek HD Audio Manager You can confirm and change the audio configuration using the Realtek Audio Manager To launch the Realtek Audio Manager click Start gt Control Panel Hardware and Sound Realtek HD Audio Manager When you first launch the Realtek Audio Manager you will see following device tabs Speakers is the default output device Microphone is the default input device To change the default device click the Set Default Device button under the chosen device tab E Speakers is the default output device Select it when using the internal speakers or headphones H Digital Output should be selected when connecting the optical cable to the Headphone S PDIF jack for playing digital sound on digital audio equipment Digital Output can only be used by connecting an optical audio cable HDMI Output should be selected when connecting the HDMI cable to the HDMI jack for playing digital sound on digital audio equipment User s Manual 4 35 Operating Basics E Microphone is the default input device It should be selected when using the computer s internal microphone or an external microphone connected to the Microphone jack to record sound
140. fer to the main printed circuit board in processing equipment It usually contains integrated circuits that perform the processor s basic functions and provides connectors for adding other boards that perform special functions MP3 An audio compression standard that enables high quality transmission and real time playback of sound files N network A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices such as printers with other users and to exchange electronic mail non system disk A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer Compare system disk nonvolatile memory Memory usually read only ROM that is capable of permanently storing information Turning the computer s power off does not alter data stored in nonvolatile memory numeric keypad overlay A feature that allows you to use certain keys on the keyboard to perform numeric entry or to control cursor and page movement O OCR Optical Character Recognition reader A technique or device that uses laser or visible light to identify characters and input them into a storage device online state A functional state of a peripheral device when it is ready to receive or transmit data User s Manual Glossary 10 Glossary operating system A group of programs that controls the basic operation of a computer Operating
141. ger or any wet objects keep the sensor surface dry and free from water vapor Do not touch the sensor with a soiled or dirty finger as minute foreign particles of dust and dirt may scratch it Do not paste stickers or write on the sensor Do not touch the sensor with a finger or any other object which may have a build up of static electricity on it Observe the following before you place your finger on the sensor whether for fingerprint enrollment registration or recognition User s Manual 4 4 Operating Basics Wash and dry your hands thoroughly Remove static electricity from your fingers by touching any metal surface Static electricity is a common cause of sensor failures especially when the weather is dry Clean the sensor with a lint free cloth do not use detergent or any other chemicals to clean the sensor Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the fingerprint recognition success rate E Soaked or swollen finger for example as may occur after taking a bath Injured finger Wet finger Soiled or oily finger E Extremely dry skin condition on finger Observe the following to improve the fingerprint recognition success rate Enroll two or more fingers Enroll additional fingers if a recognition failure often occurs when using already enrolled fingers Check the condition of your finger any conditions wh
142. gital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants SECAM L SECAM Sequential Color Memory is a broadcasting standard used in France SIO Serial Input Output The electronic methodology used in serial data transmission User s Manual Glossary 12 Glossary soft key Key combinations that emulate keys on the IBM keyboard change some configuration options stop program execution and access the numeric keypad overlay software The set of programs procedures and related documentation associated with a computer system Specifically refers to computer programs that direct and control the computer system s activities See also hardware stop bit One or more bits of a byte that follow the transmitted character or group codes in asynchronous serial communications synchronous Having a constant time interval between successive bits characters or events system disk A diskette that contains the operating system files needed to start the computer Any diskette can be formatted as a system disk A system disk is also called a bootable disk boot disk or a startup disk Compare non system disk T telephony the transmission of speech or sounds between two distant points with or without the use of wires particularly a telephone terminal A typewriter like keyboard and CRT display screen connected to the computer for data input output TFT display A liquid crystal display LCD made from an array of liquid crystal
143. he Select Tiles screen Windows Welcome screen will be displayed and will be logged in automatically to Windows 1 1 Mode Login screen NOoa Pp ON gt Turn on the computer The Select Tiles screen will be displayed Select Start face recognition E3 The Select Account screen will be displayed Select the account and click the Arrow button Please face the camera will be displayed Verification will be performed If the authentication is successful the image data taken in step 6 will be faded in and placed over one another If an error occurs during authentication you will be returned to the Select Tiles screen Windows Welcome screen will be displayed and will be logged in automatically to Windows If authentication was successful but an authentication error subsequently occurred during the login to Windows you will be asked to provide your account information User s Manual 4 42 Operating Basics Modem i This section describes how to connect and disconnect the internal modem to and from a telephone jack E Connection to any communication line other than an analog phone line could cause a computer system failure E Connect the built in modem only to ordinary analog phone lines E Never connect the built in modem to a digital line ISDN E Never connect the built in modem to the digital connector on a public telephone or to a digital private branch exchange PBX E Never connect the buil
144. he AC adaptor is connected and the battery is fully charged Under any other conditions the indicator does not light If the battery pack becomes too hot while it is being charged the charge will stop and the Battery indicator will go out When the battery pack s temperature falls to a normal range charging will resume this process will occur regardless of whether the computer s power is on or off User s Manual 6 2 Power and Power up Modes DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected the following indicator conditions should be noted White Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and is correctly supplying power to the computer No light rated any other conditions the indicator does not ight Power indicator Check the Power indicator to determine the power status of the computer the following indicator conditions should be noted White Indicates power is being supplied to the computer and the computer is turned on Blinking amber Indicates that the computer is in Sleep Mode and that there is sufficient power available AC adaptor or battery to maintain this condition In Sleep Mode this indicator will turn on for one second and off for one second No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light Battery types The computer has two different types of batteries E Battery pack H Real Time Clock RTC battery Battery pa
145. he appropriate communications port for your modem to use User s Manual 4 44 Operating Basics Dialing Properties You should select this item in order to display the dialing properties AN If you are using the computer in Japan the Telecommunications Business Law requires that you select Japan region mode It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection Connecting the modular cable E Connection to any communication line other than an analog phone line could cause a computer system failure E Connect the built in modem only to ordinary analog phone lines E Never connect the built in modem to a digital line ISDN E Never connect the built in modem to the digital connector on a public telephone or to a digital private branch exchange PBX E Never connect the built in modem to a key telephone system for residences or offices E Avoid using your computer modem with the telephone cable connected during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning To connect the modem s modular cable follow the steps as detailed below 1 Plug the end of the modular cable into the computer s modem jack 2 Plug the other end of the modular cable into a telephone jack Figure 4 11 Connecting the internal modem Do not pull on the cable or move the computer while the cable is connected Disconnecting the modular cable To disconnect the modu
146. he collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes i e number of power button and FN key combination uses AC adaptor battery LCD fan HDD sound volume wireless communication switch TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator and USB information date of initial system use and also computer and device usage i e power settings battery temperature and recharging CPU memory backlight illumination time and temperatures for various devices property e g product name model number part number serial number BIOS version FW version of the system and components e g Video device Sound device Network device Hard Disk drive Solid State drive Optical Disc drive operating system and software information e g OS version OS install date Direct X version Internet Explorer version installed update program and driver lists The stored data uses a very small portion of the total hard disk capacity approximately 10MB or less per year This information is used to identify and provide a notification of system conditions which may effect the performance of your computer It may also be used to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA s authorized service providers Additionally TOSHIBA may also use this information for quality assurance analysis Subject to the use restrictions above the HDD data logged may be transferred to entities located outside of yo
147. he screen E If you do not want the data to be deleted click the No button and you will then be returned to the Management screen H Clicking on the Yes button will remove the selected user from the Management screen How to launch the help file For further information on this utility please refer to the help file 1 To launch the help file click Start All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities Face Recognition Help User s Manual 4 41 Operating Basics Windows Logon via TOSHIBA Face Recognition This section explains how to login to Windows with TOSHIBA Face Recognition Two authentication modes are provided pmi o J e 1 N Mode Login screen If the face authentication tile is selected by default you can log in without using the keyboard or mouse 1 1 Mode Login screen This mode is essentially the same as 1 N mode but the Select Account screen will appear before the Display Captured Image screen and you will need to select the user account to be authenticated in order to start the authentication process 1 N Mode Login screen 1 ak WON Turn on the computer The Select Tiles screen will be displayed Select Start face recognition E3 Please face the camera will be displayed Verification will be performed If the authentication is successful the image data taken in step 4 will be faded in and placed over one another If an error occurs during authentication you will be returned to t
148. her parties or other products without Telecom approval A Telepermit artwork for each device is included from which you may prepare any number of Telepermit labels subject to the general instructions on format size and color on the attached sheet The Telepermit label must be displayed on the product at all times as proof to purchasers and service personnel that the product is able to be legitimately connected to the Telecom network User s Manual xii The Telepermit label may also be shown on the packaging of the product and in the sales literature as required in PTC 100 The charge for a Telepermit assessment is 337 50 An additional charge of 337 50 is payable where an assessment is based on reports against non Telecom New Zealand Specifications 112 50 is charged for each variation when submitted at the same time as the original An invoice for NZ1237 50 will be sent under separate cover Following information is only for EU member states Pb Hg Cd Disposal of products The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that products must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste Integrated batteries and accumulators can be disposed of with the product They will be separated at the recycling centres The black bar indicates that the product was placed on the market after August 13 2005 By participating in separate collection of products and batteries you will help to assure the p
149. hone 16 ohm minimum When you connect digital speakers or headphones the internal speaker is automatically disabled This jack can be used also as S PDIF jack and enables connection of an optical digital correspondence apparatus A 3 5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a three conductor mini jack for monaural microphone input and connection of a stereo device for audio input User s Manual 2 5 The Grand Tour Right side The following figure shows the computer s right side 1 Optical disc drive tray 2 Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 port 3 Modem jack 4 DC IN 19V jack 5 Security lock slot 6 TV Tuner jack 7 Optical Disc drive slot Depending on the model you purchased Figure 2 3 The right side of the computer Optical disc drive Some computers are configured with a tray tray version of the DVD Super Multi drive or Blu ray Disc drive The full size drive provides high performance execution of CD DVD BD ROM based programs User s Manual 2 6 The Grand Tour gt oco DC IN 19V Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 port Modem jack Two Universal Serial Bus ports which comply with the USB 2 0 standard are provided on the right side of the computer The modem jack allows you use to attach a modular cable in order to connect the internal modem directly to a telephone l
150. htly dampened in water or a neutral cleaner but you must not use benzine thinner or any similar cleaning solution Floppy diskettes 1 The USB floppy diskette drive is available only as an option 1 11 Store your floppy diskettes in the container they came in to protect them and keep them clean If a floppy diskette becomes dirty clean it with a soft lightly dampened cloth do not use cleaning fluid Never open the shutter or touch the magnetic surface of your floppy diskette doing this could permanently damage it and lose data Always handle floppy diskettes with care to prevent the loss of stored data Always apply the floppy diskette label in the correct location and never apply a new label on top of an existing one in this instance the label could come loose and damage the floppy diskette drive Never use a pencil for writing on a floppy diskette label as the dust from the pencil lead could cause a system malfunction if it found its way onto the computer s components In this instance always use a felt tipped pen and write the label first before applying it to the floppy diskette Never put a floppy diskette in a location where water or other liquid may make contact with it or where it is excessively damp either of these conditions could cause data loss Never use a wet or damp floppy diskette this could damage the floppy diskette drive or other devices within the computer Data may be lost if the floppy diske
151. ich have changed since enrollment such as injury rough skin and extremely dry wet soiled dirty oily soaked or swollen fingers may lower the recognition success rate Also if the fingerprint is worn down or the finger becomes thinner or fatter the recognition success rate may be lowered The fingerprint for each finger is different and unique Please ensure that only the registered or enrolled fingerprint or fingerprints are used for identification Check sliding position and speed The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint However there may be instances where certain users are unable to register their fingerprints due to insufficient unique characteristics in their fingerprints The recognition success rate may differ from user to user User s Manual 4 5 Operating Basics Fingerprint sensor limitations The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint A warning message will be displayed when recognition is abnormal or recognition is not successful within a fixed duration The recognition success rate may differ from user to user TOSHIBA does not guarantee that this fingerprint recognition technology will be error free TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint sensor will recognize the enrolled user or accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times TOSHIBA is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise
152. if required E Ina Wireless LAN Access Point the Wireless LAN card will use the factory set default channel printed in bold unless the LAN Administrator selected a different channel when configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point device User s Manual D 3 Table Wireless IEEE 802 11 Channels Sets Revision A Frequency Range Channel ID 5150 5850 MHz Note 36 5180 40 5200 44 5220 48 5240 52 5260 56 5280 60 5300 64 5320 100 5500 104 5520 108 5540 3 112 5560 116 5580 120 5600 124 5620 3 128 5640 3 132 5660 136 5680 140 5700 149 5745 3 US only 153 5765 US only 4 157 5785 US only 161 5805 US only 4 User s Manual D 4 4 2 3 4 Factory set default channels Refer to the sheet Approved Countries Regions for use for the countries regions that in which these channels can be used These channels are available to A B G N combo type only Available Area US USA CANADA only User s Manual D 5 TOSHIBA Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors The AC input plug of power cord must be compatible with various international AC power outlets Power cords need to meet the local standards and the specifications listed as below Length Minimum 1 7 meters Wire size Minimum 0 75 mm2 Current rating Minimum 2 5 amperes Voltage rating 125 or 250 VAC depending on country region s power standards User s Manual E 1 Cer
153. in the drive remove it and make sure that the disc tray is securely closed E Turn off shut down the computer E Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer E Close the display panel E Do not pick up the computer by its display panel E Before carrying your computer shut it down disconnect the AC adaptor and allow it to cool down a failure to follow this instruction may result in minor heat injury E Be careful not to subject the computer to impact or shock a failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to the computer computer failure or loss of data E Never transport your computer with any cards installed this may cause damage to either the computer and or the card resulting in product failure E Always use a Suitable carry case when transporting the computer E When carrying your computer be sure to hold it securely so that it does not fall or hit anything E Do not carry your computer by holding any of its protruding elements Heat dispersal Q To protect from overheating the CPU has an internal temperature sensor If the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered You can select whether to control the CPU temperature by turning on the fan first then if necessary lowering the CPU speed Or by lowering the CPU speed first then if necessary turning on the fan These functions are cont
154. ine Some models are equipped with a built in modem E Connection to any communication line other than an analog phone line could cause a computer system failure E Connect the built in modem only to ordinary analog phone lines E Never connect the built in modem to a digital line ISDN E Never connect the built in modem to the digital connector on a public telephone or to a digital private branch exchange PBX E Never connect the built in modem to a key telephone system for residences or Offics E Avoid using your computer modem with the telephone cable connected during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning DC IN 19V jack Security lock slot TV tuner jack Optical disc drive slot The AC adaptor connects to this jack in order to power the computer and charge its internal batteries Please note that you should only use the model of AC adaptor supplied with the computer at the time of purchase using the wrong AC adaptor can cause damage to the computer A security cable can be attached to this slot and then connected to a desk or other large object in order to deter theft of the computer TV Tuner enables watching and recording TV programs Some models are equipped with the TV Tuner Some models are equipped with a slot version of the DVD Super Multi drive The full size drive provides high performance execution of CD DVD ROM based programs Use only round standa
155. ing CD DVD BD on DVD Super Multi drives or BD Writer drives or BD Combo drives section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Region codes for BD media BD is manufactured according to the specifications of three marketing regions When you purchase BD Video make sure it matches your player otherwise it will not play properly Code Region A Canada United States Japan Southeast Asia East Asia Central America South America B Europe Australia New Zealand Middle East Africa 03 China India Russia Mongolia Indian Subcontinent Region codes for DVD drives and media DVD Super Multi drives and their associated media are manufactured according to the specifications of six marketing regions When you purchase DVD Video make sure it matches your drive otherwise it will not play properly Code Region 1 Canada United States 2 Japan Europe South Africa Middle East 3 South East Asia East Asia 4 Australia New Zealand Pacific Islands Central America South America Caribbean 5 Russia Indian Subcontinent Africa North Korea Mongolia 6 China User s Manual 2 17 The Grand Tour Writable discs This section describes the types of writable CD DVD BD discs Check the specifications of your drive to see the types of discs it can write Use TOSHIBA Disc Creator to write compact discs Please refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics for further information CDs E CD R discs can be written only once The recorded data c
156. ing the monitor cable to the external monitor port 3 Turn the external monitor s power on 4 Turn the computer s power on AN Some models are equipped with an external monitor port When you turn on the power the computer will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device If you have problems on getting an image displayed on the correct monitor you should use the FN F5 hot key to change the display settings if you then disconnect the external monitor before you turn the computer s power off be sure to press FN F5 hot key again to switch to the internal display Please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details on using hot keys to change the display setting Do not disconnect the external monitor while in Sleep or Hibernation Mode Turn off the computer before disconnecting the external monitor p User s Manual 8 14 Optional Devices Television via HDMI 1 A television can be connected to the HDMI out port on the computer To connect a television follow the steps below 1 Turn the computer off 2 Use a video cable not supplied to connect the television to either the HDMI out port 3 Turn the television on 4 Turn the computer on You can use the hotkeys Fn F5 or use the TV Out button to change the display device Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard If a television is connected to the computer set the TV type in Display Pr
157. ings are correct Please refer to the Phone and Modem Options link within the Windows Control Panel If the call is going through a Private Branch Exchange PBX take care to ensure that the communication application s tone dial detection feature is disabled User s Manual 9 24 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure You place a call buta Make sure that the settings are correct within connection can t be your communication application made After making acall you Ensure that the communication application s tone can t hear a ring or pulse dialling selection feature is set correctly Communication is cut The computer will automatically cut off off unexpectedly communication when connection with the carrier is not successful for a set time interval try lengthening this time interval within your communication application A CONNECT display is Ensure that the communication application s quickly replaced by No error control feature is set correctly CARRIER Character display When transmitting data you should ensure that becomes garbled the parity bit and stop bit settings correspond during a with those of the remote computer You should communication check the flow control and communication protocol settings within your communication application You cannot receive an Ensure that the communication application s incoming call rings before auto answer feature is set correctly If you are still unable to resolve
158. int design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations The Transmit Rate at X Mbit s is the theoretical maximum speed under the IEEE802 11 a b g n standards The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed User s Manual Introduction Wireless communication switch Security Security lock slot Software This switch turns the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions on and off Connects a security lock to anchor the computer to a desk or other large object The computer s internal display panel supports high resolution video graphics and can be set to a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort and readability Operating system TOSHIBA Utilities Plug and Play Special features Windows 7 is available Refer to the preinstalled Software section at the front of this chapter A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled to make your computer more convenient to use Refer to the Utilities and applications section in this chapter When you connect an external device to the computer or when you install a component Plug and Play capability enables the system to recognize the connection and make the necessary configurations automatically The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use Access each function using the following procedures 1 To acce
159. int on the sensor if you have already registered the fingerprint with the Fingerprint utility and enabled Fingerprint Power on Security If you would not like to swipe your finger or cannot authenticate the fingerprint for some reasons push the BkSp key to skip the fingerprint authentication screen You can try to swipe the fingerprint up to five times If you failed fingerprint authentication more than five times you must enter the password manually to start the computer E Enter the password manually User s Manual 6 11 Power and Power up Modes 1 The password is necessary only if the computer was shut down in boot mode not in Hibernation or Sleep mode To enter a password manually follow these steps 1 Turn on the power as described in Chapter 3 Getting Started The following message will appear in the LCD Enter Password xxxxxxxx F At this point the hotkeys Fn F1 to F9 do not work They will function after you enter the password 2 Enter the Password 3 Press Enter T If you enter the password incorrectly three consecutive times the J computer shuts down You must turn on the computer again and re enter the password Power up modes The computer has three power up modes E Hibernation saves data in memory to the hard disk E Sleep power remains on maintaining the data in memory but the CPU and all other devices effectively enter a sleep mode E Boot does not save data in memory z
160. ion and recording cannot be used when a set top box is connected and the above settings are made E According to the government regulations it is not permitted to bring PAL SECAM TV tuners into Korea When lightning occurs do not touch the antenna line This may cause an electric shock User s Manual 4 46 Operating Basics If you have to operate your computer during a thunderstorm and are connecting the TV tuner to an outside antenna you should operate your computer using AC power mode The AC adaptor offers some protection against but does not entirely prevent possible electric shock caused by lightning For complete protection do not operate your computer during a thunderstorm 1 Save data shutdown Windows and turn off the power 2 Connect the antenna cable to the TV antenna port of your computer Figure 4 12 Connecting the antenna cable 7 When you have been using a descrambler to receive the programs on cable TV or satellite broadcasting connect the set top box and splitter to the coaxial cable and the antenna cable Wireless communications The computer s wireless communication function supports both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices All models are provided with Wireless Communication switch Some models are equipped with both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions User s Manual 4 47 Operating Basics Wireless LAN IQ The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on
161. ions Slide it to the left to switch turn off the functions E Turn Wi Fi Wireless USB and Bluetooth functionalities off when near a person who may have a cardiac pacemaker implant or other medical electric device Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation possibly resulting in serious injury Follow the instruction of your medical device when using any Wi Fi or Bluetooth functionality Always turn off Wi Fi Wireless USB and Bluetooth functionality if the computer is near automatic control equipment or appliances such as automatic doors or fire detectors Radio waves can cause malfunction of such equipment possibly resulting in serious injury Do not use the Wi Fi Wireless USB and Bluetooth functionalities near a microwave oven or in areas subject to radio interference or magnetic fields Interference from a microwave oven or other source can disrupt Wi Fi or Bluetooth operation User s Manual 2 2 The Grand Tour Left side The following figure shows the computer s left side 1 Universal serial bus USB 2 0 port 2 Cooling vents 3 External monitor port 4 LAN jack 5 HDMI out port 6 Express Card slot 7 eSATA USB combo port 8 Headphone S PDIF jack 9 Microphone jack Depending on the model you purchased Figure 2 2 The left side of the computer Universal Serial Bus The Universal Se
162. ions that should be taken when using it Using the Touch Pad To use the Touch Pad simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you want the on screen pointer to go 1 Touchpad Enable Disable button 2 Touchpad 3 Touchpad buttons 4 Fingerprint Sensor Figure 4 1 Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons User s Manual 4 1 Operating Basics Touch Pad Gesture There are four convenient gestures that make users operate the system easier and faster ChiralMotion You can scroll vertically and horizontally To enable these features select the Enable vertical scrolling and Enable horizontal scrolling check boxes Click on the window or item you wish to scroll and slide your finger upwards or downwards along the right edge of the TouchPad to scroll vertically Slide your finger to the left or right along the lower edge of the TouchPad to scroll horizontally If scrolling does not respond ensure that the appropriate check box is selected and that the window or item on which you have clicked is scrollable If you still have problems check your Scrolling Region settings Pinch Zoom Pinch The Pinch Zoom gesture delivers zooming functionality in many applications You can use the Pinch Zoom gesture to perform the same functions that a scroll wheel performs on standard Windows applications that support CTRL SCROLL WHEEL zoom functionality To enable this feature select the Enable Pinch Zoom check b
163. is manual uses the following formats to describe identify and highlight terms and operating procedures Abbreviations On first appearance and whenever necessary for clarity abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition For example Read Only Memory ROM Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary Icons Icons identify ports dials and other parts of your computer The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard For example ENTER identifies the ENTER key User s Manual xxvii Preface Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign For example CTRL C means you must hold down CTRL and at the same time press C If three keys are used hold down the first two and at the same time press the third ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text the icon s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the typeface you see to the left Display Names of windows or icons or text generated by ABC the computer that appear on its display screen are presented in the type face you see to the left Messages Messages are used i
164. ite information successfully This may cause you to either lose data or incur other damage to the drive or media Before writing or rewriting E Based on TOSHIBA s limited compatibility testing we suggest the following manufacturers of CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW or DVD RAM media however it must be noted that disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates Please also be aware that in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation quality or performance of any disc DVD superMulti drive CD R TAIYO YUDEN CO Ltd DVD RAM DVD Specifications for DVD RAM Disc for Version 2 0 Version 2 1 or Version 2 2 Panasonic CO LTD for 3x and 5x speed media Hitachi Maxell Ltd for 3x and 5x speed media User s Manual 4 20 Operating Basics BD Combo drive CD R TAIYO YUDEN CO Ltd MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD Hitachi Maxell Ltd CD RW Multi Speed and High Speed MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD CD RW Ultra Speed MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD DVD R DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2 0 TAIYO YUDEN Co Ltd for 8x and 16x speed media MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 4x 8x and 16x speed media Hitachi Maxell Ltd for 8x and 16x speed media DVD R for Labelflash FUJIFILM CORPORATION for 16x speed media DVD R MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 8x and 16x speed media DVD R for Labe
165. ities SD 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB SDHC 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB Memory media format New media cards are formatted according to specific standards If you wish to reformat a media card be sure to do so with a device that uses media cards Formatting an SD SDHC memory card SD SDHC memory cards are sold already formatted in conformity to specific standards If you reformat an SD SDHC memory card be sure to reformat it with a device such as digital camera or digital audio player that uses the SD SDHC memory cards not with the format command provided within Windows User s Manual 8 5 Optional Devices Additional memory module J You can install additional memory into the computer in order to increase the amount of system memory that is available This section describes how to install and remove optional memory modules E You should place a mat beneath the computer in order to prevent the computer s lid from becoming scratched or damaged when you are installing replacing the memory module In this instance you should avoid mats that are made of materials that hold or generate static electricity E When installing or removing a memory module you must ensure that you do not touch any other internal areas of the computer E nsert the two memory modules into Slot A and Slot B respectively The computer will operate in dual channel mode You can access the inserted memory modules efficiently in dua
166. k for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next and c Automatic calls to different numbers shall be not less than 5 seconds apart Immediately disconnect this equipment should it become physically damaged and arrange for its disposal or repair The correct settings for use with this modem in New Zealand are as follows ATBO CCITT operation AT amp G2 1800Hz guard tone AT amp P1 decadic dialing make break ratio 33 67 ATSO 0 disable auto answer ATS6 4 blind dial delay ATS7 Less than 90 time to wait for carrier after dialing ATS10 Less than 150 loss of carrier to hangup delay the factory default of 15 is recommended ATS11 90 DTMF dialing on off duration in milliseconds ATX2 dial tone detect but not USA call progress detect User s Manual xi E When used in Auto Answer mode the SO register must be set with to a value of either 3 or 4 This ensures E aperson calling your modem will hear a short burst of ringing before the modem answers This confirms that the call has been successfully switched through the network caller identification information which occurs between the first and second ring cadences is not destroyed E The preferred method of dialing is to use DTMF tones ATDT as this is faster and more reliable than pulse decadic dialing If for some reason you must use decadic dialing your communications program mu
167. king If it happens contact a doctor immediately AN Observe the following precautions when using the battery of the Remote S Controller Do not use batteries other than those specified E Ensure that you insert the batteries with their polarities correctly aligned or E Do not recharge heat disassemble or short the battery or put it into a fire or flame E Do not use a battery whose recommended expiration date has been reached or which is completely discharged E Do not use different types of batteries or old and new batteries at the same time E Do not carry the battery together with metal necklaces hairpins or other metal accessories E When storing or disposing of used batteries make sure to put some insulation tape on their terminals and to avoid short circuits If these precautions are not followed heating fluid leakage or explosion may occur This may cause burns or personal injury If battery fluid gets on your skin or clothes wash immediately with clean water If battery fluid gets in your eyes rinse your eyes with clean water immediately and see a doctor Do not touch the battery fluid on instruments or devices with bare hands Wipe off with a cloth or paper towel Type of battery that can be used for the Full Size Remote Controller When the batteries shipped with the Remote Controller are discharged replace them with commercially available AA manganese batteries or AA alkaline batt
168. l channel E Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA E Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following conditions a The computer is turned on b The computer was shut down in either Sleep or Hibernation Mode c Wake up on LAN is enabled d The wireless communication switch is turned on E Be careful not to let screws or other foreign matter fall into the computer It could cause malfunction or electric shock E Additional memory module is a precision electronic component that may be fatally damaged by static electricity Since the human body can carry static electricity it is important that you discharge yourself before touching or installing any additional memory modules To discharge your body s static electricity simply touch any metal close to you with bare hands E n order to ensure that the computer power is not turned on while working set the Wireless communication switch to OFF Point to note about memory module error If you install a memory module that is not compatible with the computer the Power indicator will flash in the following ways I fthere is an error in only Slot A or no memory module is inserted in Slot A repeatedly flashes amber twice then green E If there is an error in Slot B repeatedly flashes amber then green twice E If there are errors in both Slot A and Slot B repeatedly flashes amber twice then green twice In all instances you should shut down the comp
169. l steps L k User s Manual 5 3 The Keyboard J E YA yo Brightness Up Pressing FN F7 increases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps H E AAN yo Wireless Pressing FN F8 switches the active wireless devices if the wireless communication switch is switched on If no wireless communication device is installed no dialog box will appear 7 Gal J Touch Pad Pressing FN F9 enables or disables the Touch Pad function Jnl Zoom Pressing FN Space changes the display resolution Ie a EEN TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce Pressing FN 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows Ir E JN m TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge Pressing FN 2 enlarges the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows g Keyboard Backlight ON OFF Pressing FN turns the backlight of the keyboard on and off the Key has Illumination Keyboard mark User s Manual 5 4 The Keyboard FN Sticky key You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the FN key sticky that is you can press it once release it and then press an F Number key To start the TOSHIBA Accessibility utility click Start All Programs TOSHIBA gt Utilities Accessibility Windows special keys The keyboard provide
170. lanket or heater E Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer E Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents E Always provide sufficient space around the computer E Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire possibly resulting in serious injury Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation Otherwise they may overheat User s Manual Xxix General Precautions To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from Dust moisture and direct sunlight Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field such as stereo speakers other than speakers that are connected to the computer or speakerphones Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters Extreme heat cold or humidity Liquids and corrosive chemicals Stress injury Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort It contains information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboa
171. lar cable follow the steps as detailed below 1 Pinch the lever on the plug in the telephone jack and pull it out from within the connector 2 Pinch the lever on the plug in the computer s modem jack and pull it out from within the computer User s Manual 4 45 Operating Basics TV Tuner Use the My TV feature of Media Center in Windows mode to watch TV programs or record them Attach a TV Tuner antenna to the tv tuner jack on the computer I Some models are equipped with the TV tuner The dimensions and shape of the TV antenna port vary for different regions TV Tuner will function only in the country where the computer was purchased Using the TV Tuner Antenna The quality of sounds and pictures greatly depends on the radio propagation conditions E When you use your computer in areas where the radio waves are weak which results in poor radio receiving conditions contact the dealer you purchased it from or use a commercially available antenna booster Please refer to the manual provided with the booster for details Connecting the Cable This section describes how to connect the antenna cable to your computer Connecting the antenna cable J E Some computer models are equipped with a tuner capable of receiving digital broadcasts These tuners can receive DVB T digital broadcasts Digital broadcasts cannot be received in regions where DVB T digital broadcasts are not available E Simultaneous recept
172. latile here means that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer This type of memory is used for your computer s main memory See also memory Compare ROM resolution A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen For a printer resolution is expressed in dots per inch dpi For a screen it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically restart Resetting a computer without turning it off also called warm boot soft reset or reboot See also boot RGB Red green and blue A device that uses three input signals each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color red green and blue or port for using such a device See also CRT RJ11 A modular telephone jack RJ45 A modular LAN jack Read Only Memory ROM Non volatile memory that can be read but not written to Non volatile here means that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power This type of memory is used to store your computer s BIOS which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up See also BIOS memory Compare RAM S S P DIF A standard of digital interface for audio SCSI Small Computer System Interface is an industry standard interface for connection of a variety of peripheral devices SD SDHC memory card Secure Digital cards are flash memory widely used in a variety of digital devices such as di
173. le Disable button Touchpad Touchpad control buttons Fingerprint Sensor System Indicators Display hinge 10 Display screen 11 Microphone 12 Web Camera 13 Web Camera LED 14 Wireless LAN antenna Not Shown 15 LCD Sensor switch Not Shown Depending on the model you purchased Figure 2 5 The front of the Touch Pad model with the display open OMNOADRWNS User s Manual 2 10 The Grand Tour O harman kardon Power button Press this button to turn the computer s power on and off Stereo speakers The speakers emit sound generated by your software as well as audio alarms such as low battery condition generated by the system Some models are equipped with Harman Kardon speakers Keep foreign objects out of the speakers Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer or keyboard Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Front operation Eight panels are available for use panel eight panels CD DVD BD Eco Play Pause Previous Next Mute Volume DOWN Volume UP These panels allow you to manage Audio Video run applications and access utilities Touchpad The indicator light below this button will glow Enable Disable white when the touchpad is in use Please refer button to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for more information Touch Pad The Touch Pad mouse control device located in
174. le click CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor An electronic circuit fabricated on a silicon wafer that requires very little power Integrated circuits implemented in CMOS technology can be tightly packaged and are highly reliable cold start Starting a computer that is currently off turning on the power COM1 COM2 COM3 and COM4 The names assigned to the serial and communication ports commands Instructions you enter at the terminal keyboard that direct the actions of the computer or its peripheral devices User s Manual Glossary 4 Glossary compatibility 1 The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another computer without modifying the data or the media upon which it is being transferred 2 the ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component components Elements or parts of a system which make up the whole system Composite Video YUV A standard video signal used to transmit images e g from a VCR to a TV computer program A set of instructions written for a computer that enable it to achieve a desired result computer system A combination of hardware software firmware and peripheral components assembled to process data into useful information configuration The specific components in your system such as the terminal printer and disk drives and the settings that define how your system works You use the HW Set
175. lean cloth and then wiping the screen gently with the cloth Using the cleaning cloth Some models include 1 cleaning cloth The cleaning cloth can be used to wipe away dust and fingerprints from the keyboard and palm rest area of your computer When wiping the keyboard palm rest and display panel do so gently without using excessive pressure Do not use the cleaning cloth when it is dirty or wet Do not use the cleaning cloth soaked with water detergents or volatile organic solvents It is recommended that you wash the cloth if it gets soiled using a gentle mild detergent and rinse it well Allow it to air dry completely before using it again on your computer Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any part of it Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer Use the cleaning cloth to wipe away dust fingerprints and similar from the keyboard palm rest and other parts For precautions on use refer to the Using the cleaning cloth section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics User s Manual 4 53 Operating Basics Moving the computer While the computer is designed for rugged durability you should exercise a few simple precautions when moving it in order to help ensure trouble free operation E Make sure all disk disc activity has ended before moving the computer check that the HDD and other indicators on the front of the computer are off E ifa CD DVD or BD is
176. leep and Charge is enabled the computer s battery will discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off It is recommended that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when enabling the USB Sleep and Charge function E External devices connected to the USB bus power DC5V function that interfaces with the power ON OFF of the computer may always be in an operational state E When there is a current overflow of the external devices connected to the compatible ports USB bus power DC5V supply may be stopped for safety reasons E When USB Sleep and Charge function is set to Enabled the USB Wakeup function does not work for compatible ports In that case if there is a USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 attach the mouse or keyboard to it If all USB ports have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 change the USB Sleep and Charge function setting to Disabled The USB Wakeup function will now work but the USB Sleep and Charge function will be disabled Metal paper clips or hair pins clips will generate heat if they come into contact with USB ports Do not allow USB ports to come into contact with metal products for example when carrying the computer in your bag User s Manual 4 11 Operating Basics Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility To start the utility click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities gt USB Sleep a
177. lflash FUJIFILM CORPORATION for 16x speed media DVD RW DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for Version 1 1 or version 1 2 Victor Company of Japan Ltd JVC for 2x 4x and 6x speed media MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 2x 4x and 6x speed media DVD RAM DVD Specifications for DVD RAM Disc for Version 2 0 Version 2 1 or Version 2 2 Panasonic CO LTD for 3x and 5x speed media Hitachi Maxell Ltd for 3x and 5x speed media User s Manual 4 21 Operating Basics BD Writer drive CD R TAIYO YUDEN CO Ltd MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD Hitachi Maxell Ltd CD RW Multi Speed and High Speed MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD CD RW Ultra Speed MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD DVD R DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2 0 TAIYO YUDEN Co Ltd for 8x and 16x speed media MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 4x 8x and 16x speed media DVD R for Labelflash FUJIFILM CORPORATION for 16x speed media DVD R MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 8x and 16x speed media DVD R for Labelflash FUJIFILM CORPORATION for 16x speed media DVD RW DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for Version 1 1 or version 1 2 Victor Company of Japan Ltd JVC for 2x 4x and 6x speed media MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 2x 4x and 6x speed media DVD RAM DVD Specifications for DVD RAM Disc for Version 2 0 Version 2 1 or Version 2 2 Panasonic CO LTD f
178. ll be key mark on the bottom right of the Optical Drive Power icon in the Taskbar To enable this function turn the Optical Drive Power ON Setting the Optical Drive Auto Lock Right click the Optical Drive Power icon in the Taskbar to change the Optical Drive Auto Lock settings Enabling and Disabling Optical Drive Auto Lock 1 Right click on the Optical Drive Power icon on the Taskbar 2 Click Optical Drive Auto Lock gt Enable or Disable User s Manual 4 17 Operating Basics Lock Time Settings for Optical Drive Auto Lock This sets the amount of time required to pass before the optical disc drive eject button unlocks when the Computer detects vibration or other shock 1 Right click on the Optical Drive Power icon on the Taskbar 2 Click Unlock time settings gt 1s or 3s or 5s f When the Optical Drive Auto Lock is engaged the FN Tab key combination and Eject Buttons on application screens are disabled E Optical Drive Auto Lock is not enabled immediately after the computer is started the Disc tray is closed or the optical disc drive is switched from OFF to ON using the FN Tab keys How to remove a CD DVD BD when the disc tray will not open E Tray ODD Pressing the eject button will not open the disc tray when the computer is turned off although in these circumstances you can open the tray by inserting a slender object such as a straightened paper clip about 25mm into the eject hole just to the righ
179. llumination and Button Setting 1 If the supervisor password is set access to the TOSHIBA HW Setup program can be prevented when the user password is used to log on to the computer Accessing HW Setup Click on Start All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities and click HWSetup HW Setup Window The HW Setup window contains the following tabs General Password Display Boot Priority Keyboard LAN USB Illumination and Button Setting OK Accepts your changes and closes the HW Setup window Cancel Closes the window without accepting your changes Apply Accepts all your changes without closing the HW Setup window User s Manual 7 1 HW Setup and Passwords E pio General This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons Default Return all HW Setup values to the factory settings About Display the HW Setup version Setup This field displays BIOS Version and date When finish BIOS update please restart your computer and press F2 into BIOS setup manual and load BIOS default one time Password User Password This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on Not Registered Changes or remove the password Default Registered Sets the password A dialogue box will appear to allow you to set the password To enter a user password 1 Select Registered to display the following prompt Enter Password Enter a password of up to 10 characters The char
180. logy Mobile Intel GM45 Express Chipset model in graphic chip by NVIDIA GeForce G 210M External 512MB Mobile Intel GM45 Express Chipset model in graphic chip by NVIDIA GeForce GT 230M External 1GB Mobile Intel HM55 Express Chipset model in graphic chip by NVIDIA GeForce 310M External 512MB Mobile Intel HM55 Express Chipset model in graphic chip by NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M External 1GB AMD M780G Chipset model AMD M780V Chipset model AMD M880G Chipset model AMD M860G Chipset model Video RAM capacity shares with main memory and the proportion depends on ATI HyperMemory AMD M780G Chipset model AMD M880G Chipset model AMD M870 Chipset model in graphic chip by ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4570 External 512MB AMD M780G Chipset model AMD M880G Chipset model AMD M870 Chipset model in graphic chip by ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4650 External 1GB User s Manual 1 5 Introduction 1 Disks Hard disk drive or This computer is equipped with the following types of Solid State Drive SSD hard disk drive HDD The capacity of each hard disk drive model is different E SSD Solid state drive E HDD Please note that part of the hard disk drives overall capacity is reserved as administration space Additional hard disk drive sizes may be introduced 64GB 128GB 120GB 160GB 200GB 250GB 320GB 500GB User s Manual 1 6 Introduction Optical disc
181. lt in Your computer is equipped with one processor and processor type varies depending on model To check which type of processor is included in your model open the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility by clicking Start All programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities TOSHIBA PC diagnostic Tool Chipset Mobile Intel GM45 Express Chipset Mobile Intel GL40 Express Chipset Mobile Intel HM55 Express Chipset or AMD M780G Chipset AMD M780V Chipset AMD M880G Chipset AMD M860G Chipset AMD M870 Chipset User s Manual 1 3 Introduction 1 Memory Slots PC3 8500 PC2 6400 1 GB 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules can be installed in the two memory slots of below models Mobile Intel GM45 Express Chipset model Mobile Intel GL40 Express Chipset Mobile Intel HM55 Express Chipset AMD M780G Chipset AMD M780V Chipset AMD M880G Chipset model AMD M860G Chipset model AMD M870 Chipset model Maximum system memory size and speed are depending on the model you purchased E Maximum size of memory can be installed on Mobile Intel GL40 Express Chipset models is 4GB PC2 6400 memory module works as PC2 5300 speed on AMD Athlon Sempron Processor User s Manual 1 4 Introduction Video RAM Video RAM depends on the model you purchased Mobile Intel GM45 GL40 HM55 Express Chipset model Video RAM capacity shares with main memory and the proportion depends on Dynamic Video Memory Techno
182. m section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics for more information Some models are equipped with a microphone Web Camera The Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer You can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger Camera Assistant Software will help you to add various video effects to your video or photograph The web camera also Enables the transmission of video and use of video chat via the internet using specialized applications The effective pixel count for this web camera is 0 3 million or 1 0 million 0 3M maximum photograph size 640X480 pixels 1 0M maximum photograph size 1280X800 pixels Please remove the protective plastic film before using the Web Camera Please refer to the Using the web camera section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Some models are equipped with a Web Camera User s Manual 2 12 The Grand Tour 1 Web Camera LED LCD Sensor switch The Web Camera LED glows when the Web Camera is operating Please remove the protective plastic film before using the Web Camera This switch senses when the display panel is either closed or opened and activates the Panel Power Off On feature as appropriate For example when you close the display panel the computer enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down and then when you next open the display the computer will automatically star
183. ming Utility enlarge 5 4 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce 5 4 Touch Pad 5 4 Wireless 5 4 Zoom 5 4 HW Setup accessing 7 1 general 7 2 HW Setup utility 1 19 Indicators Battery 2 15 6 2 DC IN 2 15 HDD ODD eSATA 2 15 Power 2 15 Infrared receiver window 1 12 User s Manual problems 9 15 K Keyboard 1 10 5 1 emulating keys on enhanced 5 2 FN Sticky key 5 5 Function keys F1 F12 5 2 Hot keys 5 3 problems 9 7 Typewriter keys 5 1 Windows special keys 5 5 L LAN 1 13 4 51 cable types 4 51 connecting 4 52 disconnecting 4 53 jack 2 4 problems 9 25 Media care 4 32 CD DVD BDs 4 32 Memory 1 4 expansion 1 22 installing 8 7 removing 8 9 Modem 1 13 4 42 connecting 4 44 disconnecting 4 44 jack 2 7 problems 9 23 9 24 properties menu 4 43 region selection 4 42 Moving the computer 4 54 MultiMediaCard problems 9 15 P Password power on 1 15 problems 9 7 user 6 11 Pointing device Index 2 Touch Pad 2 11 4 1 Ports 1 10 External monitor 1 10 USB 1 10 Power conditions 6 1 Hibernation Mode 3 8 indicator 6 3 panel power on off 6 12 Shut Down mode Boot Mode 3 8 Sleep Mode 3 10 system auto off 6 13 turning off 3 8 turning on 3 7 Problems AC power 9 5 Analyzing the problem 9 2 Battery 9 6 Bluetooth 9 25 ExpressCard 9 12 External monitor 9 22 Fingerprint Sensor 9 18 Hard disk drive 9 9 Hardware and system checklist 9 3 HDMI
184. modem is designed to be used on standard device telephone lines Connection to telephone company provided coin service central office implemented systems is prohibited Connection to party lines service is subject to state tariffs If you have any questions about your telephone line such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it the telephone company will provide this information upon request Telephone company procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can In order to do this it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment operations or procedures If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment the telephone company will give you notice in writing to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service If problems arise If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly you should immediately remove it from your telephone line as it 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 FCC In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem
185. module could be damaged E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode unless the computer is connected to an AC power source Data in memory could be lost E When the AC adaptor is connected the computer will go into Sleep Mode according to the settings in the Power Options to access it Start gt Control Panel System and Security Power Options E 7o restore the operation of the computer from Sleep Mode press and hold the power button or any key on the keyboard for a short amount of time Please note that keyboard keys can only be used if the Wake up on Keyboard option is enabled within the HW Setup utility E fthe computer enters Sleep Mode while a network application is active the application might not be restored when the computer is next turned on and the system returns from Sleep Mode E 7o prevent the computer from automatically entering Sleep Mode disable Sleep Mode within the Power Options to access it Start gt Control Panel System and Security Power Options E 7o use the Hybrid Sleep function configure it in the Power Options Benefits of Sleep Mode The Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits E Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does the Hibernation Mode feature E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Sleep Mode feature E Allows the use
186. mum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5 3 The standard connecting arrangement telephone jack type for this equipment is jack type s USOC RJ11C The IC registration number of the modem is shown below Canada 4005B DELPHI 109AH ML3054 Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand Modem warning notice for Australia Modems connected to the Australian telecoms network must have a valid Austel permit This modem has been designed to specifically configure to ensure compliance with Austel standards when the country region selection is set to Australia The use of other country region settings while the modem is attached to the Australian PSTN would result in your modem being operated in a non compliant manner To verify that the country region is correctly set enter the command ATI which displays the currently active setting To set the country region permanently to Australia enter the following command sequence AT TE 1 ATS133 1 AT amp F AT amp W AT TE 0 ATZ Failure to set the modem to the Australia country region setting as shown above will result in the modem being operated in a non compliant manner Consequently there would be no permit in force for this equipment with the Telecoms Act 1991 prescribing a
187. n Result code CONNECT 32000 EC CONNECT 36000 EC CONNECT 40000 EC CONNECT 44000 EC CONNECT 48000 EC CONNECT 52000 EC CONNECT 56000 EC CONNECT 28000 EC CONNECT 29333 EC CONNECT 30666 EC CONNECT 33333 EC CONNECT 34666 EC CONNECT 37333 EC CONNECT 38666 EC CONNECT 41333 EC CONNECT 42666 EC CONNECT 45333 EC CONNECT 46666 EC CONNECT 49333 EC CONNECT 50666 EC CONNECT 53333 EC CONNECT 54666 EC Description Connection at 32000 bits s Connection at 36000 bits s Connection at 40000 bits s Connection at 44000 bits s Connection at 48000 bits s Connection at 52000 bits s Connection at 56000 bits s Connection at 28000 bits s Connection at 29333 bits s Connection at 30666 bits s Connection at 33333 bits s Connection at 34666 bits s Connection at 37333 bits s Connection at 38666 bits s Connection at 41333 bits s Connection at 42666 bits s Connection at 45333 bits s Connection at 46666 bits s Connection at 49333 bits s Connection at 50666 bits s Connection at 53333 bits s Connection at 54666 bits s EC stands for the Error Control method which appears only when the extended result codes configuration option is enabled EC is replaced by one of the following symbols depending on the error control method used V42bis V42 NoEC V 42 error control and V 42bis data compression V 42 error control only No error control protocol User s Manual C 2 AT Command V90 V90 0 V90 1 V 90
188. n this manual to bring important information to your attention Each type of message is identified as shown below Pay attention A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment Please read A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of your equipment Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions Terminology This term is defined in this document as follows Start The word Start refers to the button in Windows 7 User s Manual xxviii TOSHIBA General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability However certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual Provide adequate ventilation E Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet even if your computer is in Sleep Mode In this condition observe the following E Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object E Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source such as anelectric b
189. nced CD CD EXTRA Addressing Method 2 User s Manual 9 12 Troubleshooting USB floppy diskette drive The USB floppy diskette drive is available only as an option For further information please refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Drive does not operate Some programs run correctly but others do not You cannot access the external floppy diskette drive ExpressCard Procedure Check the connection between the computer and the drive to ensure that it is properly attached The computer s software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem ensure that these configurations match your requirements refer to any relevant documentation for example that supplied with any software in use for further information Try another floppy diskette in the drive if you are able to access this disk then it indicates the original disk and not the drive is probably causing the problem If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider For further information please refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Problem ExpressCard error occurs Procedure Remove the ExpressCard from the computer and then re insert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected In the event that the ExpressCard is attached to an external peripheral device ensure that this connection is properly made If the problem persists then you should refer to the documentati
190. nd what actions you performed immediately before the problem occurred If you have a printer attached print a copy of the screen using the computer s PRTSC key Please also be aware that the questions and procedures described in this chapter are meant only as a guide they are not definitive problem solving techniques In reality many problems can be solved simply but a few may require help from your reseller dealer or service provider If you find you need to consult others be prepared to describe the problem in as much detail as possible User s Manual 9 1 Troubleshooting Preliminary checklist You should always consider the simplest solution first the items detailed in this checklist are easy to fix and yet may cause what appears to be a serious problem Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer this includes your printer and any other external device you are using Before you attach an external device you should first turn the computer off then when you turn the computer back on again it will recognize the new device Make sure all optional accessories are configured properly in the computer s setup program and that all required driver software has been loaded please refer to the documentation included with the optional accessories for further information on its installation and configuration Check all cables to ensure they are correctly and firmly attached to the computer
191. nd Charge or Control Panel TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Enabling USB Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable and disable the USB Sleep and Charge function Check the check boxes to enable the USB Sleep and Charge function In the default state this function is disabled Power supply mode settings Your PC has multiple charging modes so that many different USB devices can be supported for USB Sleep and Charge function Typical Mode Default is suitable for a wide range of digital audio players However determining which mode is suitable for your USB device is unknown without trying Try each mode using the following procedure from Typical Mode to Alternate Mode 1 to find the suitable mode for your USB device to charge This function may not be able to be used with some connected external devices even if the appropriate mode is selected In this situation clear the USB Sleep and Charge check box and stop using this function 1 Some computers may not support all modes Battery Settings This utility can be used to specify the lower limit of remaining battery life for USB Sleep and Charge Move the slider bar to specify the lower limit If the remaining battery life falls below the setting the USB Sleep and Charge function will be stopped Unchecking the Enable under Battery Mode check box sets the utility to only charge when the AC adaptor is connected Using optical disk drives E Tray ODD The f
192. nd update it regularly Never format storage media without checking its content formatting destroys all stored data E Itis a good idea to periodically back up the internal hard disk drive or other main storage device to external media General storage media is not durable or stable over long periods of time and under certain conditions may result in data loss Before you install a device or application save any data in memory to the hard disk drive or other storage media Failure to do so may result in the loss of data Connecting the AC adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power It is also the fastest way to get started because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from 90 to 264 volts and 47 or 63 hertz For details on using the AC adaptor to charge the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes User s Manual 3 2 Getting Started WN E Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your computer or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor E Never plug the AC adaptor i
193. ner If you have to operate your computer during a thunderstorm and are connecting the TV tuner to an outside antenna you should operate your computer using AC power mode The AC adaptor offers some protection against but does not entirely prevent possible electric shock caused by lightning For complete protection do not operate your computer during a thunderstorm User s Manual 10 5 Appendixes Table of Contents Appendix A Specifications cccccccescssseeeeeees Appendix B Display Controller cscceseee Append C NV QOIV O2 enai Appendix D Wireless LAN cssssssssessssseee Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors Appendix F TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor User s Manual TOSHIBA Appendixes 1 TOSHIBA Appendix A Specifications This appendix summarizes the computer s technical specifications Environmental requirements Operating Non operating Ambient 5 C to 35 C 20 C to 60 C temperature Relative humidity 20 to 80 10 to 90 Altitude from 0 to 3 000 meters 0 to 10 000 meters sea level Power Requirements AC adaptor 100 240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz cycles per second Computer 19V DC User s Manual A 1 Built in Modem The ability of this feature is depending on the model you purchased Network control unit NCU Type of NCU Type of line Type of dialing Control command Monitor function AA Telephone line analog only Pulse Tone
194. neral battery operation Problem Battery doesn t power the computer Battery doesn t charge when the AC adaptor is attached Battery indicator does not glow amber Battery doesn t power the computer as long as expected Procedure The battery may be discharged connect the AC adaptor to recharge the battery If the battery is completely discharged it will not begin charging immediately in these instances you should wait a few minutes before trying again If the battery still does not charge you should check that the power outlet to which the AC adaptor is connected is supplying power this can be tested by plugging another appliance into it Check whether the battery is hot or cold to the touch if so it will not charge properly and should be allowed to reach room temperature before you try again Unplug the AC adaptor and remove the battery to make sure its connecting terminals are clean if necessary wipe them with a soft dry cloth lightly dipped in alcohol Connect the AC adaptor and replace the battery taking care to ensure that it is securely seated in the computer Check the Battery indicator if it does not glow allow the computer to charge the battery for at least twenty minutes If the Battery indicator starts to glow after this period allow the battery to continue to charge for at least another twenty minutes before turning on the computer However if the indicator still does not glow th
195. nformation Toshiba Information Systems UK Ltd Systems Inc Toshiba Court Digital Products Division Weybridge Business Park 9740 Irvine Boulevard Addlestone Road KT15 2UL Irvine CA 92618 1697 Weybridge Surrey United Kingdom India The Rest of Europe Toshiba India Pvt Ltd Toshiba Europe GmbH 6F Dr Gopal Das Bhawan Hammfelddamm 8 28 Barakhamba Road D 41460 Neuss Deutschland New Delhi 110001 India User s Manual 9 29 TOSHIBA Chapter 10 Disclaimers CPU This chapter slates the Disclaimer s information applicable to TOSHIBA computers Central Processing Unit CPU Performance Disclaimer CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the following conditions use of certain external peripheral products use if battery power instead of AC power use of certain multimedia computer generated graphics or video applications use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections use of complex modeling software such as high end computer aided design applications use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously use of computer in areas with low air pressure high altitude gt 1 000 meters or gt 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 gt 25 C 77 F at high altitude all temperature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model please
196. ng the display saves power E The environmental temperature operating time decreases at low temperatures The condition of the battery terminals you should always ensure the terminals stay clean by wiping them with a clean dry cloth before installing the battery pack User s Manual 6 7 Power and Power up Modes Retaining data with power off When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries the batteries retain data for the following approximate time periods Retention Time Battery type State and Retention Time Battery pack 2 days for 12 cell 1 day for 6 cell 0 5 day for 3 cell sleep mode 20 days for 12 cell 10 days for 6 cell 5 days for 3 cell shut down mode RTC battery 30 days Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery packs At least once a month disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges Before doing so follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn off the computer s power 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the computer s power if it does not turn on then go to Step 4 3 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes If you find that the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged however if the Battery indicator flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery condition g
197. notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability includes multimedia functionality and is designed to provide years of reliable high performance computing This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TOSHIBA Satellite A500 Satellite Pro A500 Satellite A500D Satellite Pro A500D series computer It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer basic operations and care using optional devices and troubleshooting If you are a new user of computers or if you re new to portable computing first read over the ntroduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer s features components and accessory devices Then read Getting Started for step by step instructions on setting up your computer If you are an experienced computer user please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organized then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages Be sure to read the Special features section of the Introduction to learn about features that are uncommon or unique to the computers and carefully read HW Setup and Passwords lf you are going to install ExpressCards or connect external devices such as a printer be sure to read Chapter 8 Optional Devices Manual contents This manual is composed of the following chapters appendixes a glossary and an index Chapter 1 Introduction is an overview of the computer s features capabilities and option
198. nt silmilie vaarallista lasers teily CAUTION USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE VORSICHT DIE VERWENDUNG VON ANDEREN STEURUNGEN ODER EINSTELLUNGEN ODER DAS DURCHF HREN VON ANDEREN VORG NGEN ALS IN DER BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BESCHRIEBEN K NNEN GEF HRLICHE STRAHLENEXPOSITIONEN ZUR FOLGE HABEN User s Manual xxi TOSHIBA Table Chapter 1 User s Manual of Contents GCOpyFiQht soon cee bl et a ed Se eed eh a ee eee ae oe ere ee ee ii DisclalMe N jee oe hac os he ee eae oe eer eee eee ee ee ee ele ii Trademarks os ones Sa ee eee Cle ke ee ee eee Re ee ee ee a ee ii Macrovision License of Notice 2000e eee ee eens iii FCG information seas ee ae ae eh wae eke eee ie aw esau ae eee iii EU Conformity Statement 0 00 c eee eee iv VCCI Class B Information 0 00 cece eee v Important Safety Information for Computers with TV tuner v Canadian regulatory information Canada only v Modem warning notice 20 eee eee v Japan regulations esasda nadae i a a a a e aa vi Instructions for IC CS 03 certified equipment ix Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand x Following information is only for EU member states xiii Optical disc drive standards 22200 ee eee ee
199. ntation to ensure that its is not remapping the keyboard in any way remapping involves changing or reassigning the function of each key If you are still unable to use the keyboard you should contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 7 Troubleshooting Internal display panel Apparent display panel problems may be related to the computer s setup and configuration please refer to Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords for further information Problem No display Markings appear on the LCD screen Problems above remain unresolved or other problems occur Procedure Press the FN F5 hot keys to adjust the display priority and to make sure it is not set for output to an external monitor These marks may have come from contact with the keyboard or Touch Pad while the display has been closed You should try to remove the marks by gently wiping the display panel with a clean dry cloth or if this fails with a good quality LCD screen cleaner In this latter instance you should always follow the instructions with the screen cleaner and always ensure you let the LCD screen dry properly before closing it You should initially refer to the documentation supplied with you software to determine if it is this that is causing the problems Alternatively you may wish to run the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool to check the general operation of the computer If you are still unable to resolve the pro
200. nto a power source that does not correspond to both the voltage and the frequency specified on the regulatory label of the unit Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury E Always use or purchase power cables that comply with the legal voltage and frequency specifications and requirements in the country of use Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region from which the product is purchased and should not be used outside this region For use in other regions please buy power cords that conform to safety rules and regulations in that particular region E Do not use a 3 pin to 2 pin conversion plug E When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User s Manual Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adaptor 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 E Never place your computer or AC adaptor on a wooden surface furniture or any other surface that could be marred by exposure to heat since the computer base and AC adaptor s surface increase in temperature during normal use E Always place your computer or
201. o the point of cable entrance or attachment as practicable and the connection complies with all local cable installation requirements that are applicable in your area Canadian regulatory information Canada only This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications Note that Canadian Department of Communications DOC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by TOSHIBA Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causng Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du R glement sur le mat riel brouileur du Canada Modem warning notice Conformity Statement The equipment has been approved to Commission Decision 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 instance User s Manual Network Compatibility Statement This product is
202. o to Step 4 4 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer and to a wall outlet that is supplying power The DC IN indicator should glow white and the Battery indicator should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged however in the event that DC IN indicator does not glow this indicates that power is not being supplied check the connections for the AC adaptor and the power cord 5 Charge the battery pack until the Battery indicator glows white If you have extra battery packs rotate their use If you will not be using the system for an extended period for example for more than one month remove the battery pack from the computer Disconnect the AC adaptor when the battery is fully charged overcharging will make the battery hot and can shorten its operating life If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours disconnect the AC adaptor Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight User s Manual 6 8 Power and Power up Modes Replacing the battery pack Please be aware that the battery pack is classified as a consumable item The operating life of the battery pack will gradually reduce through repeated charging and discharging and will need to be replaced when it reaches the end of its operating life In addition to this you might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer awa
203. of the memory module with the locking tabs on the connector and insert the memory module into the connector firmly If you find it difficult to install the memory module gently prise the locking tabs outwards using the tip of your finger Please also ensure that you hold the memory module along its left and right hand edges the edges with the grooves in Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper Clips to enter the computer or keyboard Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one screw I Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed Figure 8 5 Seating the memory module cover Install the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes if required Turn your computer over Turn the
204. ommunication 4 46 indicator 4 51 Wireless communication switch 1 14 2 2 4 50 Wireless LAN 1 13 4 47 problems 9 25 X xD picture card problems 9 14 User s Manual Index 4
205. on Software The following Windows operating system and utility software are pre installed Windows 7 Modem Driver Can be used only for Modem models Bluetooth Driver Can be used only for Bluetooth models Display Drivers for Windows TOSHIBA Value Added Package TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Corel DVD MovieFactory WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility Can be used only for Fingerprint Utility models LAN Driver Pointing Device Driver Sound Driver for Windows Wireless LAN Driver Can be used only for Wireless LAN models Windows Mobility Center TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER TOSHIBA Face Recognition Can be used only Web Camera models TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor TOSHIBA USB sleep and Charge Utility TOSHIBA eco Utility Online Manual E TOSHIBA Satellite A500 Satellite Pro A500 Satellite A500D Satellite Pro A500D series User s Manual This manual User s Manual 1 2 Introduction Documentation E TOSHIBA Satellite A500 Satellite Pro A500 Satellite A500D Satellite Pro A500D series Portable Personal Computer User s Manual User s Manual E Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort E End User License Agreement If any of the items are missing or damaged contact your dealer immediately Features This computer incorporates the following features and benefits Processor Bui
206. on to this some DVD ROM and DVD ROM CD R RW drives cannot read this added data regardless of the operating system E TOSHIBA Disc Creator does not support recording to DVD RAM discs to achieve this you should use Windows Explorer or another similar utility E When you back up a DVD disc be sure that the source drive supports recording to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW media if this is not the case then the source disc might not be backed up correctly E When you back up a DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW disc be sure to use the same type of disc User s Manual 4 26 Operating Basics E You cannot partially delete any data written to a CD RW DVD RW or DVD RW disc Data Verification To verify that data has been written or rewritten correctly to a data CD DVD BD you should follow the steps below before you begin the write rewrite process 1 Select Settings for Each Mode Data Disc in the Setting menu 2 Display the setting dialog box by one of the following two steps E Click the Recording settings button a for writing on the main toolbar in the Data Disc mode E Select Setting for Each Mode Data Disc in the Setting menu 3 Mark the Verify written data check box 4 Select File Open or Full Compare mode 5 Click the OK button How to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator Please refer to the Help files for ad
207. on supplied with your ExpressCard for further information If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 13 Troubleshooting SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card For further information please refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Problem SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card error occurs You cannot write to an SD SDHC memory card You cannot read a file Procedure Remove the SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card from the computer and then reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected If the problem persists then you should refer to the documentation supplied with your SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card for further information Remove the SD SDHC memory card from the computer and check to ensure that it is not write protected Check to ensure the required file is actually on the SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card that is inserted into the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 14 Troubleshooting Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo For further information please refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Problem Procedure Memory Stick Memory Remove the Memory Stick Memory Stick Stick PRO Memory PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo from the computer Stick PRO Duo error and then reinsert it in order
208. onditions require that you reset the computer for example if E You change certain computer settings E An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands If you need to restart the computer there are three ways this can be achieved E Click Start then click the arrow button p in the power management button Srat down and select Restart from the menu E Press CTRL ALT and DEL simultaneously once to display the menu window then select Restart from the Shut down options E Press the power button and hold it down for four seconds Once the computer has turned itself off wait between ten and fifteen seconds before turning the power on again by pressing the power button System Recovery Options A hidden partition is allocated on the hard disk drive for the System Recovery Options This partition stores files which can be used to repair the system in the event of a problem The System Recovery Options feature will be unusable if this partition is deleted System Recovery Options 1 The System Recovery Options feature is installed on the hard disk when shipped from the factory The System Recovery Options menu includes tools to repair startup problems run diagnostics or restore the system See the Windows Help and Support content for more information about Startup Repair The System Recovery Options can also be run manually to repair problems The procedure is as follows Follow the ins
209. operties Follow the steps below based on the configuration of your computer E As the port operation of all HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface monitors have not been confirmed some HDMI monitors may not function properly E When you connect a television or external monitor to the HDMI port and the display output device is set to HDMI When you unplug the HDMI cable and re plug it in please wait at least 5 seconds before you replug the HDMI cable again E When you connect a television or external monitor to the HDMI port and you connect the television external monitor or external sound device to another port When you change the display output or Unplug re plug the HDMI cable The sound output device and the display output device maybe changed automatically by the system User s Manual 8 15 Optional Devices For all display 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Adjust screen resolution BS Ospiy sereen Reston 9 Seach Con 2 Change the appearance of your display TOJ Display 1 Mobile PC Display Beoon Ornate Advanced settings Connect to a projector or press the AY key and tap P Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose x Display Resolution Orientation Multiple displays This is currently your main display Advanced settings Connect to a projector or press the AJ key an
210. or 3x and 5x speed media Hitachi Maxell Ltd for 3x and 5x speed media BD R Panasonic CO LTD BD R DL Panasonic CO LTD User s Manual 4 22 Operating Basics pmlc BD RE Panasonic CO LTD BD RE DL Panasonic CO LTD E DVD Super Multi drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 16x speed DVD R and DVD R media 8x speed DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW and DVD R Double Layer media 6x speed DVD RW media 5x speed DVD RAM media E Some types and formats of DVD R Dual Layer and DVD R Double Layer discs may be unreadable B 2 6GB and 5 2GB DVD RAM media cannot be read from or written to E DISC created in DVD R Dual Layer format4 Layer Jump Recording cannot be read Ifthe disc is poor in quality or is dirty or damaged writing or rewriting errors may be noted ensure that you check all discs for dirt or damage before you use them E The actual number of rewrites to CD RW DVD RW DVD RW or DVD RAM media will be affected by the quality of the disc itself and the way in which it is used E There are two types of DVD R media available authoring discs and general use discs Do not attempt to use authoring discs as only general use discs can be written to by a computer drive E You can use both DVD RAM discs that can be removed from a cartridge and DVD RAM discs designed without a cartridge E You may find that other computer DVD ROM drives or other DVD players may no
211. or either the internal LCD screen or for an external monitor Power On Display Allows you to set the display to be used when the computer is booted Auto Selected If any external display is connected the power on display will be in external display only mode Otherwise it will be in LCD only mode System LCD only Irrespective of external display connection the power on display will be in integrated LCD only mode Boot Priority Boot Priority Options This option sets the priority for booting the computer You can change the boot priority from the device list Button Setting Function Button This feature allows you to set conditions for the Power Button and or the other buttons Enabled Enables the function button Disabled Disables the function button Keyboard Wake up on Keyboard When this feature is enabled and the computer is in Sleep mode you can turn on the computer by pressing any key It is effective only for the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in Sleep mode User s Manual 7 3 HW Setup and Passwords Enabled Enables the Wake up on Keyboard feature Disabled Disables the Wake up on Keyboard function Default USB Legacy USB Support Use this option to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation If your operating system does not support USB you can still use a USB mouse and keyboard by setting the USB Legacy Emulation item to enabled Enabled Enables the USB Legacy Emulation
212. or or router Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor before using or configuring a network connection M When the computer is exchanging data with the LAN the LAN Active J indicator glows yellow When the computer is connected to a LAN hub but is not exchanging data the Link indicator glows User s Manual 4 52 Operating Basics Disconnecting the LAN cable gt Make sure the LAN Active indicator amber LED is out before you disconnect the computer from the LAN To disconnect the LAN cable follow the steps as detailed below 1 2 Pinch the lever on the connector in the computer s LAN jack and pull out the connector Disconnect the cable from the LAN hub or router in the same manner Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor before disconnecting from the hub Cleaning the computer To help ensure long trouble free operation keep the computer free of dust and dirt and use care with all liquids around it Be careful not to spill liquids into the computer If the computer does get wet turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry completely in these circumstance you should get the computer inspected by an authorized service provider in order to assess the scope of any damage Clean the plastics of the computer using a slightly water dampened cloth You can clean the display screen by spraying a small amount of glass cleaner onto a soft c
213. orporation Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Wi Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi Fi Alliance Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo and i LINK are registered trademarks and i LINK is a trademark of SONY Corporation Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association xD Picture Card is a trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual Macrovision License of Notice For DVD Manufacturing License Agreement This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights including U S Patent Numbers 5 315 448 5 583 936 6 836 549 and 7 050 698 Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited The copyright protection technology availability depends on the model you purchased FCC information FCC notice Declaration of Conformity Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates
214. ot be supported depending on the external monitor which you use y If you are running some application for example a 3D application or video J playback and so on you may notice some disturbance flickering or frame dropping on your screen If that occurs adjust the resolution of display lowering it until the screen is displayed properly User s Manual B 1 TOSHIBA Appendix C V 90 V 92 The TOSHIBA internal modem uses V 90 technology The modem is capable of downstream speeds of 56Kbps kilobits per second when connected to an Internet service provider that supports V 90 V 92 As with any modem the actual throughput speed of data transfer depends on analog telephone line conditions which can vary considerably Therefore many users will experience throughput in the range of 32 44Kbps under normal telephone line conditions Upstream data flows at the V 34 rate a V 90 rates can be achieved only when one V 90 capable modem is connected to another The TOSHIBA Internal modem will select automatically V 34 if the remote modem lacks V 90 capability or if a combination of network and or phone line conditions prevent V 90 connection V 90 V 92 mode Function Transmission speed Data V 90 V 92 From 56K maximum to 28Kbps minimum Reception only User s Manual C 1 No 70 72 74 76 78 80 82 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 Table Result codes for a V 90 connectio
215. ow to install and remove its batteries User s Manual 2 21 The Grand Tour Full Size Remote Controller 8 00 rad 8 9 L Power Access indicator Record Stop Pause Play REW Rewind FWD Fast Forward Replay 10 Skip 11 Back 12 More Info 13 Arrows OONAARYONS A ON OO AY Oy CES ABC re GO GHI JKL MNO 4 5 6 PQRS TUV WXYZ 5 E qE o CE f f B B TOSHIBA 14 15 16 1T 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Figure 2 9 Full Size Remote Controller ee 000 OOO ee 6 O0 OK Volume Control Channel Page Control Start Mute Recorded TV Guide Live TV DVD Menu Numbers Clear Enter Teletext User s Manual 2 22 The Grand Tour Power Access indicator Record Stop Pause Play REW Rewind FWD Fast Forward Replay Skip Back More Info Arrows Starts or terminates the operating system This button functions like the Power button of your computer By default the Sleep Mode is equivalent to the Power Off state of your computer To change the setting click Start select Control panel System and Security gt Power Options When pressing the Sleep button the following three options are available Do nothing Sleep and Hibernation This indicator will glow while the Remote Controller is sending signals to the computer
216. ows is off this button won t appear 5 User Account Control window is displayed when you click Run as administrator Select Allow on User Account Control window 6 Swipe your finger across the fingerprint sensor 7 Click Setting 8 Place a check mark in Boot authentication If you want to use the Single Sign on feature also check on Single Sign on 9 Click Apply 10 Save succeeded is displayed Click OK 11 Click Close 12 Are you sure you want to close this window is displayed Click OK 13 Click Close 14 Are you sure you want to close this window is displayed Click OK User s Manual 4 9 Operating Basics Fingerprint utility limitations TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility technology will be completely secure or error free TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times TOSHIBA is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of the fingerprint software or utility E The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint However there may be instances where certain users are unable to register their fingerprints due to insufficient unique characteristics in their fingerprints E The recognition success rate may differ from user to user Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge function USB Sleep and Charge Your computer c
217. ox To use a Pinch Zoom gesture 1 Place two fingers down on the TouchPad surface 2 Slide the fingers further apart to zoom in or slide the fingers closer together to zoom out For the best zooming experience use the tips of your fingers Rotating ChiralRotate The Rotating features provide convenient gestures for rotating photos and other objects Momentum The Momentum feature delivers smooth fast trackball like mouse movement One quick flick of the finger on the TouchPad surface can move the cursor across the entire computer screen Momentum reduces the repetitive motion and fatigue associated with moving the cursor long distances while providing a smooth and natural feel similar to using a trackball Momentum is ideal for Real Time Strategy RTS games First Person Shooter FPS games and Role Playing Games RPG The two buttons below the Touch Pad are used like the buttons on a standard mouse press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer and press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using User s Manual 4 2 Operating Basics 1 The Touchpad Enable Disable button below the spacebar allows you to turn off the touchpad while using a mouse Press the button again to enable the touchpad You can also tap the Touch Pad to perform functions similar to those of the left button on a standard mouse
218. pecification In those cases turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device External HDD Capacity One Gigabyte GB means 109 1 000 000 000 bytes using powers of 10 A computer operating system however reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1GB 230 1 073 741 824 bytes and therefore shows less storage capacity Available storage capacity will also be less if the computer includes one or more pre installed operating systems pre installed software applications or media content Actual formatted capacity may vary Non applicable Icons Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product series Your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis unless you have selected all those features Copy Protection Applicable copy protection standards included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media Images All images are simulated for purposes of illustration User s Manual 10 4 Disclaimers LCD Brightness and Eye Stain Your display panel has a brightness approaching that of a TV device We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes TV Tuner TV Tuner will function only in the country where the computer was purchased Safety Use for TV Tu
219. pen the battery cover on the back side of the remote controller Figure 2 16 Opening the battery cover 2 Be sure to place the battery with correct polarities Press the battery down to the stopper then push it forward to fit into the battery case User s Manual 2 31 The Grand Tour 1 Stopper 2 Battery Figure 2 17 Inserting the battery 3 Close the battery cover Close the cover securely until it clicks Figure 2 18 Closing the battery cover Replacing the battery 1 Open the battery cover on the back side of the remote controller 2 Hold down the stopper and slide the battery out of battery case Figure 2 19 Removing the batteries 3 Insert the battery in place Be sure to place the batteries with correct polarities Press the battery down to the stopper then push it forward to fit into the battery case 4 Close the battery cover Close the cover securely until it clicks Placing Slim size remote controller Inserting a Slim size remote controller To insert a Slim size remote controller follow the steps as detailed below 1 Make sure the ExpressCard slot is empty 2 Set the front side upward and insert a Slim size remote controller User s Manual 2 32 The Grand Tour Figure 2 20 Inserting a Slim size remote controller 3 Press a Slim size remote controller gently to ensure a firm connection is made Removing a Slim size remote controller To remove a Slim size remo
220. performance Procedure Check to see whether that is a floppy diskette in the floppy diskette drive or a CD ROM DVD ROM in the optical disc drive if so remove it and try to start the computer again If this has no effect check the Boot Priority setting within the TOSHIBA HW Setup utility please refer to the Boot Priority section in Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords for further information Please refer to your operating system documentation in order to determine whether there is a problem with any of the operating system files or settings Procedure Check to see whether that is a floppy diskette in the floppy diskette drive or a CD ROM DVD ROM in the optical disc drive if so remove it and try to start the computer again If this has no effect check the Boot Priority setting within the TOSHIBA HW Setup utility please refer to the Boot Priority section in Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords for further information Please refer to your operating system documentation in order to determine whether there is a problem with any of the operating system files or settings The files on the hard disk drive may be fragmented in this instance you should run the disk Defragmentation utility to check the condition of your files and the hard disk drive Please refer to the operating system s documentation or online Help File for further information on operating and using the Defragmentation utility As a last resort you should
221. play Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the television Press the FN F5 hot key in order to change the display priority and ensure that it is not set for the internal display panel only If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider If you turn the computer off into Sleep Mode while the display is on TV the computer will select either the internal LCD or an external computer CRT as the display device the next time is switched on User s Manual 9 26 Troubleshooting TV Tuner i Some models are equipped with a TV Tuner jack Problem Procedure Poor Reception Adjust the TV tuner antenna If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 27 Troubleshooting 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 so it is important that you investigate other sources of assistance first Before contacting TOSHIBA try the following E Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation supplied with your software and or peripheral devices E ifa problem occurs when you are running software applications consult the software document
222. r DCS5V will be supplied to the external device connected to the compatible port If external device is connected to the compatible port when the AC adaptor is not connected to the computer the battery of the computer will be depleted even when the power of the computer is turned OFF Connect the AC adaptor to the computer or change the USB Sleep and Charge function setting to Disabled Instead use a USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 User s Manual 9 20 Troubleshooting Problem External devices connected to the compatible ports do not work when connected toa compatible port The USB WakeUp function does not work eSATA device Procedure Some external devices may not work when connected to a compatible port when the USB Sleep and Charge function is Enabled Reconnect the external device after turning ON the computer If the external device still does not work connect device to an USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 or change the USB Sleep and Charge function setting to Disabled When USB Sleep and Charge function is set to Enabled the USB WakeUp function does not work for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function In that case use an USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 or change the USB Sleep and Charge function setting
223. r Do not attempt to disconnect and reconnect the drive before this period has elapsed User s Manual 8 11 Optional Devices Disconnecting the USB floppy diskette drive When you have finished using the USB floppy diskette drive you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it 1 Wait for the Disk In Use Indicator light to go out to make sure all floppy diskette activity has stopped AN If you disconnect the floppy diskette drive or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the drive you may lose data or damage the floppy diskette or the drive 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar 3 Click the USB floppy diskette drive device that you want to remove 4 Carefully pull the floppy diskette drive s USB connector out from within the computer s USB port eSATA External Serial ATA An device corresponding to eSATA function can be connected to the USB eSATA combo port on the computer Connecting the eSATA device To connect an eSATA device follow the steps as detailed below 1 Connect an eSATA cable to the eSATA USB combo port g Make sure the connector is properly aligned with the socket Do not try to force the connection doing so can damage the connecting pins Figure 8 8 Connecting an eSATA cable to the USB eSATA combo port User s Manual 8 12 Optional Devices J E A connected eSATA device may not be recognized if it is connected to J the comput
224. r Unit GPU 1 0 c eee eee eee 10 3 Wireless LAN ioue chee nied Pade ee ete ee ed ee eee eee 10 4 USB Sleep amp Charge 0 0 cece eee eee eee 10 4 External HDD Capacity 00 0c eee eee eee 10 4 Non applicable Icons 0 0 0 eee eee 10 4 COpy Protection ai cce cis csi kiss cece cate oeaan ai aa E Save asians 10 4 MITA OS soo S02 a Geena etre SS at ale Cog amp rears Moen asa fa ote fa eecteen eve aeen n 10 4 LCD Brightness and Eye Stain 0 220002 eee 10 5 TV T ner rita a Podesa ae cise tar 2 a se ashe a Gravina avd S 10 5 Safety Use for TV Tuner 00 2c eee eee eee 10 5 Specifications Environmental requirements 2000 e eee eens A 1 Display Controller Display controller 0 00 eee B 1 V 90 V 92 V 90 V 92 MODE oiana a a a A re aan area E E a ea C 1 AT COMMA Seeger hs a aria na he ae le a Sate ae cee C 3 Wireless LAN Card Specifications 00 nannan unnan D 1 Radio Characteristics 0 000 cece eee eee D 2 Supported Frequency Sub bands 2200 200 D 2 AC Power Cord and Connectors Certification agencies 002 cee eee E 2 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor F 2 Glossary Index XXV TOSHIBA Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Satellite A500 Satellite Pro A500 Satellite A500D Satellite Pro A500D series computer This powerful
225. r blink Write down what you see User s Manual 9 2 Troubleshooting E Do you hear any beeps If so how many are they long or short and are they high pitched or low pitched In addition is the computer making any unusual noises Write down what you hear Record your observations so you can describe them in detail to your reseller dealer or service provider Software Hardware The problems may be caused by your software or disk If you cannot load a software package the media may be damaged or the program might be corrupted In these instances try loading another copy of the software if possible If an error message appears while you are using a software package you should refer to the documentation supplied with it as this will usually include a problem solving section or a summary of error messages Next you should check any error messages against the operating system documentation If you cannot find a software problem you should then check the setup and configuration of your hardware First run through the items in the preliminary checklist as described previously Then if you still cannot correct the problem try to identify the source the next section provides checklists for individual components and peripherals Before using a peripheral device or application software that is not an authorized Toshiba part or product make sure the device or software can be used with your computer Use of incompatible
226. ray Disc An Internet connection is required for renewal AACS key renewal is provided free of charge for 5 years after the purchase of this product however renewal beyond 5 years is subject to conditions specified by the software provider Corel Corporations User s Manual 4 32 Operating Basics E Donot playback Blu ray Disc while recording television programs using Windows Media Center My TV or other applications Doing so may cause Blu ray Disc playback or television program recording errors In addition if pre scheduled recording starts during Blu ray Disc playback it may cause Blu ray Disc playback or television program recording errors Please view Blu ray Disc video during times when there is no recording pre scheduled E While playing a BD J title keyboard shortcut is ineffectve While playing a BD J title resume play is ineffective E For interactive function for Blu ray Discs it may not work depends on contents or network situation E Region codes for BD drive and media Optical disc drives and their associated media are manufactured according to the specifications of three marketing regions Region codes can be set from WinDVD BD Region tab in Setup dialogue When you purchase BD Video make sure it matches your drive otherwise it will not play properly E To playback video on external display or TV using WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA output devices like display or TV which have RGB or HDCP supported HDMI port
227. rd 12cm discs with this slot loading optical drive Any other size or shape disc may not be able to be removed from the slot and may damage the system as well as the disc User s Manual 2 7 The Grand Tour Underside The following figure shows the underside of the computer You should ensure that the display is closed before the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage 2 0 ma 1 Battery safety lock 2 Battery release latch 3 Battery 4 Cooling vent 5 Memory module slots 6 Hard Disk Drive Figure 2 4 The underside of the computer User s Manual 2 8 The Grand To
228. rd use Heat injury Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer If the computer is used for long periods its surface can become very warm While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest your skin might suffer a low heat injury If the computer has been used for a long time avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can become hot The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this condition does not indicate a malfunction If you need to transport the AC adaptor you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the material could become damaged Pressure or impact damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer s components or otherwise cause it to malfunction ExpressCard overheating Some ExpressCards can become hot during prolonged use which may result in errors or instability in the operation of the device in question In addition you should also be careful when you remove an ExpressCard that has been used for a long time User s Manual XXX General Precautions Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mobile phon
229. reformat the hard disk drive and then reload the operating system and all other files and data If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 10 Troubleshooting DVD Super Multi drive For further information please refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure You cannot access a Make sure the drive s disc tray is securely closed CD DVD in the drive press it gently into the computer until it clicks into place Open the drive s disc tray and ensure the CD or DVD is properly seated it should lie flat with the label facing upwards A foreign object in the drive s disc slot could block laser light from reading the CD or DVD remove any foreign objects or obstructions that may be present Check whether the CD or DVD is dirty if it is wipe it with a clean cloth lightly dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Please refer to the Media care section in Chapter 4 for further details on cleaning the media Some CD DVD DVDs The computer s software or hardware run correctly but others configuration may be causing a problem Ensure do not that these configurations match the requirements of the CD DVD media refer to the CD s or DVD s documentation if available Check the type of CD or DVD media that you are using the drive supports the following DVD DVD ROM DVD Video CD CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM
230. rial Bus port which complies USB 2 0 port with the USB 2 0 standard is provided on the left hand side of the computer Keep foreign metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips out of the USB connectors Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of all USB devices that are available In view of this it may be noted that some functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly Cooling vents The cooling vents help keep the processor from overheating Do not block the cooling vents Keep foreign metal objects such as screws Staples and paper clips out of the cooling vents Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury User s Manual 2 3 The Grand Tour External monitor This port allows you to connect an external B port monitor to the computer LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN The adaptor r has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX and Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 megabits per second 1000BASE T The LAN has two indicators Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics for details JN E Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN jack It could cause dam
231. ring from hibernation mode or power off Be sure to not subject the computer to vibration or impact while the function is disabled User s Manual 4 56 TOSHIBA Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 104 105 key enhanced keyboard by pressing some keys in combination all of the 104 105 key enhanced keyboard functions can be performed on the computer The number of keys available on your keyboard will depend on which country region your computer is configured for with keyboards being available for numerous languages In use there are six different types of keys specifically typewriter keys function keys soft keys Hot keys and Windows special keys Typewriter keys e The typewriter keys produce the upper case and lower case letters numbers punctuation marks and special symbols that appear on the screen However there are some differences between using a typewriter and using a computer keyboard E Letters and numbers produced in computer text vary in width Spaces which are created by a space character may also vary depending on line justification and other factors E The lowercase el and the number 1 one together with the uppercase O oh and the 0 zero are not interchangeable on computers as they are on a typewriter E The CAPS LOCK function key locks only the alphabetic characters into upper case while the Shift Lock function on a typewriter places all key
232. rolled within the Power Options When the CPU temperature falls to a normal range the fan is turned off and the CPU operation returns to standard speed If the CPU temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting the system automatically shuts down to prevent damage Data in memory will be lost User s Manual 4 54 Operating Basics Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection T This computer has a function for reducing the risk of damage on the hard disk drive Using an acceleration sensor built into the computer TOSHIBA HDD Protection detects vibration shocks and similar signs of movement of the computer and automatically moves the Hard Disk Drive head to a safe position to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head to disk contact The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive will not be damaged When vibration is detected a message will be displayed on the screen and the icon in the Taskbar notification area will changed to the protection state This message is displayed until the OK button is pressed or 30 seconds pass When vibration subsides the icon returns to the normal state Taskbar icon State Icon Description Normal TOSHIBA HDD Protection is enabled Protection TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active The hard disk 7 drive head is in a safe position OFF S TOSHIBA HDD Protection is disabled DR TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties
233. roper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country please visit our website http eu computers toshiba europe com or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product Disposal of batteries and or accumulators The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and or accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd defined in the Battery Directive 2006 66 EC then the chemical symbols for lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd will appear below the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol By participating in separate collection of batteries you will help to assure the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country please visit our website http eu computers toshiba europe com or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product This symbol may not be displayed depending on the country and region where you purchased User s Manual xiii
234. rror occurs Modem 1 Procedure Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press the FN F5 hot key in order to change the display priority and ensure that it is not set for the internal display panel only Check to see if the external monitor is connected When the external monitor is set as the primary display device in extended desktop mode it will not display when the computer wakes up from Sleep Mode if the external monitor has been disconnected while in Sleep Mode To keep this from happening do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation Mode Remember to turn off the computer before disconnecting the external monitor When the display panel and an external monitor are set to clone mode and the monitors are turned off by the timer the display panel or the external monitor may not display when turned on again If this occurs press FN F5 to re set the display panel and external monitor to clone mode Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider This information is applicable to the models equipped with a built in modem Problem Communication software can t initialize modem You can hear a dial tone but can t make a call Procedure Make sure the computer s internal modem sett
235. ry is extremely hot or cold if the battery is extremely hot it might not charge at all To ensure the battery charges to its full capacity you should charge it at room temperature of between 5 to 35 C 41 to 95 F E The battery is nearly completely discharged In this instance you should leave the AC adaptor connected for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging The Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease in battery operating time when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions E The battery has not been used for a long time E The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time E A cool battery is installed in a warm computer In such cases you should follow the steps as detailed below 1 Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power on until the system automatically turns itself off 2 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer and to a wall outlet that is supplying power 3 Charge the battery until the Battery indicator glows white User s Manual 6 6 Power and Power up Modes Repeat these steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity Monitoring battery capacity J Remaining battery power can be monitored using the following methods Clicking the battery icon on the task bar E Via the Battery Status in the Windows Mobility Center window E You should wait at le
236. s Chapter 2 The Grand Tour identifies the components of the computer and briefly explains how they function Chapter 3 Getting Started provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer User s Manual xxvi Preface Chapter 4 Operating Basics includes tips on care of the computer and on using the touchpad the fingerprint sensor optical disc drive Audio Video controls the web camera the microphone the internal modem wireless communication and LAN Chapter 5 The Keyboard describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hot keys Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes gives details on the computer s power resources and battery save modes Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program It also tells how to set a password Chapter 8 Optional Devices describes the optional hardware available Chapter 9 Troubleshooting provides helpful information on how to perform some diagnostic tests and suggests courses of action if the computer doesn t seem to be working properly Chapter 10 Disclaimers provides Legal Footnotes information related to your computer The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of acronyms used in the text The ndex quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual Conventions Th
237. s in the shifted position E The SHIFT keys the Tab key and the BACK SPACE key perform the same function as their typewriter counterparts but also have special computer functions Never remove the key caps on your keyboard Doing so could cause damage to the parts under the key caps User s Manual 5 1 The Keyboard Function keys F1 F12 Soft keys 7 The function keys not to be confused with the special FN key are the twelve keys at the top of your keyboard these keys function differently from other keys ESC f F2 F3 Fu F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 Fil F12 q a a E 2 B O v att w oe F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed and when used in combination with the FN key those keys marked with icons also execute specific functions on the computer Please refer to the section Soft keys FN key combinations in this chapter for further information taking care to note that the function executed by individual keys will depend on the software you are using FN key combinations The FN function key is unique to TOSHIBA computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys Soft keys are key combinations that enable disable or configure specific features Please note that some sof
238. s two keys that have special functions in Windows Windows Start Button activates the Start menu and the other the application key has the same function as the secondary mouse button My ay This key activates the Windows Start menu E This key has the same function as the secondary right mouse button Touchpad Enable Disable Button g Toggle the button in order to activate the touchpad Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation but you are able to generate these characters using their specific ASCII codes 1 Hold down ALT FN 2 Type the ASCII code of the character you require 3 Release ALT FN the ASCII character will appear on the display screen User s Manual 5 5 TOSHIBA Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes The computer s power resources include the AC adaptor and internal batteries This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and changing batteries tips for saving battery power and power up modes Power conditions AC adaptor connected The computer s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by different power conditions including whether an AC adaptor is connected whether a battery pack is installed and what the charge level is for that battery Table 6 1 Power conditions Power on Battery fully e Operates charged e LED
239. save mode 1 15 types 6 3 Battery Charger 8 9 Battery pack 1 10 2 8 additional 8 9 replacing 6 9 Bluetooth 1 13 4 48 Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba 1 18 problems 9 25 Bridge media slot 1 11 2 1 8 4 indicator 2 15 using 8 4 C Cache memory 1 3 Cleaning the computer 4 53 Cooling vents 2 3 2 8 User s Manual TOSHIBA D DC IN indicator 2 15 6 3 Display 2 10 automatic power off 1 14 brightness down 5 3 brightness up 5 4 controller B 1 hinge 2 11 opening 3 5 Documentation list 1 3 E Equipment checklist 1 1 ExpressCard 1 11 8 2 inserting 8 2 problems 9 12 removing 8 3 External monitor 1 10 2 4 8 13 problems 9 22 F Fingerprint Sensor problems 9 18 FN 1 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce 5 4 FN 2 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge 5 4 FN ESC Mute 5 3 FN F1 Lock 5 3 FN F2 Power Plan 5 3 FN F3 Sleep 5 3 FN F4 Hibernate 5 3 FN F5 Output 5 3 Index 1 FN F6 Brightness Down 5 3 FN F7 Brightness Up 5 4 FN F8 Wireless 5 4 FN F9 Touch Pad 5 4 FN space Zoom 5 4 Function buttons 4 18 Function keys 5 2 H Hard disk drive automatic power off 1 15 Heat dispersal 1 15 Hibernation Mode 1 16 Hot keys 1 14 Brightness Down 5 3 Brightness Up 5 4 Hibernate 5 3 Keyboard Backlight enable disable 5 4 Lock 5 3 Mute 5 3 Output 5 3 Power Plan 5 3 Sleep 5 3 TOSHIBA Zoo
240. se operation Double clicking does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow The mouse pointer moves erratically Procedure In this instance the system might be busy Try moving the mouse again after waiting a short while Check to make sure the Touchpad isn t enabled Press the Touchpad Enable disable button below the spacebar Remove the mouse from the computer and then reconnect it to a free USB port it in order to ensure it is firmly attached In this instance you should initially try changing the double click speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Mouse icon 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as required and click OK In this instance you should initially try changing the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Mouse icon 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the pointer speed as required and click OK The elements of the mouse responsible for detecting movement might be dirty please refer to the documentation supplied with the mouse for instructions on how to clean it If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider 9 18 Troubleshooting Fing
241. seated in the drive the eject button will pop out In order to remove the diskette push the eject button in order to cause it to partially pop out of the drive and then remove it Check the Disk In Use indicator when you use the floppy diskette drive Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the light is glowing Doing so could destroy data and damage the floppy diskette or the drive User s Manual 8 10 Optional Devices I In use the following should be noted regarding the operation of the USB floppy diskette drive The drive should be placed on a flat horizontal surface E Do not set the drive on an incline greater than 20 while it is operating E Do not place anything on top of the drive Using the USB floppy diskette drive i The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1 44MB or 720KB floppy diskette and connects to one of the computer s USB ports Connecting the USB floppy diskette drive To connect the drive plug the floppy diskette drive s USB connector into one of the computer s free USB ports Make sure the connector is right side up and properly aligned with the socket Do not try to force the connection doing so can damage the connecting pins Figure 8 7 Connecting the USB floppy diskette drive If you connect the USB floppy diskette drive after the computer has already been turned on it will take about ten seconds for it to be recognized by the compute
242. set to enter the low power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in AC power mode TOSHIBA recommends that you leave this and other energy saving features active so that your computer will operate at its maximum energy efficiency You can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US EPA and the EU Commission According to the EPA a computer meeting the new ENERGY STAR specifications will use between 20 and 50 less energy depending on how it is used Visit http Awww eu energystar org or http Awww energystar gov for more information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program Optical disc drive standards TOSHIBA Satellite A500 Satellite Pro A500 Satellite AS00D Satellite Pro A500D series computer is shipped with one of the following drives preinstalled DVD Super Multi R DL drive DVD Super Multi R DL w Label Flash drive or BD Writer drive The drive has one of the following labels CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 User s Manual xiv LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT Before it is shipped the Class 1 Laser is certified to meet the United States Chapter 21 Standards of the Department of Health and Human Services DHHS 21 CFR For any other country the drive is certified to meet the Class
243. sor surface becomes visible 3 Ensure the center of the fingerprint is on the sensor when swiping the finger User s Manual 4 3 Operating Basics i Figure 4 2 Slide the finger over the recognition sensor E Avoid swiping with the finger stiff or pressed on too hard Fingerprint reading may fail if the center of the fingerprint is not touching on the sensor or when finger is swiped while pressing hard Make sure that the center of the fingerprint is touching the sensor before swiping Confirm the center of the fingerprint whirl before swiping The thumb s fingerprint has a bigger whirl which is prone to misalignment and distortions This will cause difficulty in registration and a drop in the authentication success rate Always confirm the center of the fingerprint whirl so that it is swiped along the centerline of the sensor When fingerprint reading is not successful There is a possibility of authentication failures if the finger is swiped too quickly or too slowly Follow the onscreen instructions to adjust the speed of the swipe Points to note about the Fingerprint Sensor Failure to follow these guidelines might result in 1 damage to the sensor or cause sensor failure 2 finger recognition problems or lower finger recognition success rate Do not scratch or poke the sensor with your nails or any hard or sharp objects Do not press the sensor strongly Do not touch the sensor with a wet fin
244. ss to restore the computer to the state it was in when you originally received it To perform this restoration follow the steps below When the sound mute feature has been activated by pressing the FN ESC key be sure to disable this to allow sounds to be heard before starting the restore process Please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre installed software without System Recovery Options When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost 1 Load the Recovery Discs into the optical disc drive and turn off the computer s power 2 While holding down F12 key on the keyboard turn on your computer when TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt appears release the F12 key 3 Use the up and down cursor keys to select the CD ROM icon from the menu Please refer to the Boot Priority section in Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords for further information 4 Amenu will be displayed from which you should follow the on screen instructions When drivers utilities are installed you can setup the respective drivers utilities from following place To open the setup files Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Applications and Drivers User s Manual 3 15 TOSHIBA Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer and highlights the precaut
245. ss the Power Options click Start Control Panel System and Security Power Options Hot keys Display automatic power off Hot keys are specific key combinations that let you quickly change the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system program This feature automatically cuts off power to the computer s display panel when there is no keyboard input for a specified time with power being restored the next time a key is pressed This can be specified in the Power Options User s Manual Introduction ii HDD automatic power off i System automatic Sleep Hibernation Mode 1 Power on password Instant security Intelligent power supply Battery save mode a Low battery automatic Hibernation Mode 1 Heat dispersal a This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a specified time with power being restored when the hard disk drive is next accessed This can be specified in the Power Options This feature automatically shuts down the system into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time This can be specified in the Power Options Two levels of password security supervisor and user are available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer A specific hot key function automatically locks the system providing data security A microproce
246. ssor in the computer s intelligent power supply detects the battery s charge automatically calculates the remaining battery capacity and protects electronic components from abnormal conditions such as a voltage overload from the AC adaptor This can be specified in the Power Options This feature lets you configure the computer in order to save battery power This can be specified in the Power Options When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cannot be continued the system automatically enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down This can be specified in the Power Options To protect against overheating the processor has an internal temperature sensor so that if the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered This can be specified in the Power Options If the processor s temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting the computer will automatically shut down to prevent any damage in this instance any unsaved data in memory will be lost User s Manual Introduction TOSHIBA HDD This feature uses the acceleration sensor built in Protection the computer to detect vibration and shocks and automatically moves the hard disk drive s read write head to a safe position in order to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head to disk contact Refer to the Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD
247. st be set up to record numbers using the following translation table as this modem does not implement the New Zealand Reverse Dialing standard Number to be dialed 0 123456789 Number to program into computer 098765432 1 Note that where DTMF dialing is used the numbers should be entered normally E The transmit level from this device is set at a fixed level and because of this there may be circumstances where the performance is less than optimal Before reporting such occurrences as faults please check the line with a standard Telepermitted telephone and only report a fault if the phone performance is impaired E It is recommended that this equipment be disconnected from the Telecom line during electrical storms E When relocating the equipment always disconnect the Telecom line connection before the power connection and reconnect the power first E This equipment may not be compatible with Telecom Distinctive Alert cadences and services such as FaxAbility NOTE THAT FAULT CALLOUTS CAUSED BY ANY OF THE ABOVE CAUSES MAY INCUR A CHARGE FROM TELECOM General conditions As required by PTC 100 please ensure that this office is advised of any changes to the specifications of these products which might affect compliance with the relevant PTC Specifications The grant of this Telepermit is specific to the above products with the marketing description as stated on the Telepermit label artwork The Telepermit may not be assigned to ot
248. st dot that can be made on a display or printer Also called a pel plug and play A capability with Windows that enables the system to automatically recognize connections of external devices and make the necessary configurations in the computer pointing device Any device such as the TouchPad or a mouse that enables you to move the cursor on the screen port The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers Power Saver A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various power saving functions program A set of instructions a computer can execute that enables it to achieve a desired result See also application prompt A message the computer provides indicating it is ready for or requires information or an action from you User s Manual Glossary 11 Glossary R Radio frequency interference RFI shield A metal shield enclosing the printed circuit boards of the printer or computer to prevent radio and TV interference All computer equipment generates radio frequency signals The FCC regulates the amount of signals a computing device can allow past its shielding A Class A device is sufficient for office use Class B provides a more stringent classification for home equipment use TOSHIBA portable computers comply with Class B computing device regulations Random Access Memory RAM Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read Vo
249. system functions include interpreting programs creating data files and controlling the transmission and receipt input output of data to and from memory and peripheral device output The results of a computer operation Output commonly indicates data 1 printed on paper 2 displayed at a terminal 3 sent through the serial port of internal modem or 4 stored on some magnetic media P PAL PAL Phase Alternating Line is the dominant video and broadcasting standard in Europe parity 1 The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values integers both of which are either on or off odd or even 0 or 1 2 In serial communications an error detection bit that is added to a group of data bits making the sum of the bits even or odd Parity can be set to none odd or even password A unique string of characters used to identify a specific user The computer provides various levels of password protection such as user and supervisor PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect An industry standard 32 bit bus peripheral Any device such as a printer or joystick that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer s CPU P ritel P ritel is a 21 pin connecting cable port system that allows images and high quality stereo sound including Dolby Pro Logic sound formats to be sent from one audio visual device to another It is also known as a SCART connector or Euro connector pixel A picture element The smalle
250. t down Increases the volume while viewing DVD s or replaying CD s Decreases the volume while viewing DVD s or replaying CD s Opens the main menu on a DVD movie if available Moves the cursor to navigate within Media Center windows Selects the desired action or window option It acts like the ENTER Key Pressing this button to switch the lighting of indicators e g Front operation panel power button etc Turns your computer sound on off User s Manual 2 26 The Grand Tour Back Displays the previous window More Info This button has the same function as the I secondary right mouse button Use it to display more executable options Ay Start Opens Media Center to the main window ay aq REW Rewind Moves the media video DVD music and so on backwards Play Pause Plays the selected media Pauses an audio or p video track gt gt FWD Fast Forward Moves the media video DVD music and so on forwards la Replay Moves media backward seven seconds for videos one music track or one DVD chapter at a time E Stop Stops the media currently playing Pi Skip Moves media forward 30 seconds for videos one music track or one DVD chapter Using the Remote Controller Some computers include a remote control unit which allows you to control some of your computer s functions from a distant location I E The Remote Controller is designed specifically for this computer E Some
251. t be able to read DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW discs E Data written to a CD R DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD R or DVD R Double Layer discs cannot be deleted either in whole or in part E Data deleted erased from a CD RW DVD RW DVD RW or DVD RAM disc cannot be recovered You must check the content of the disc carefully before you delete it making sure that if multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected you do not delete data from the wrong one E in writing to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW or DVD RAM media some space is required for file management so you may not be able to write to the full capacity of the disc E Since the disc is based on the DVD standard it might be filled with dummy data if the written data is less than about 1GB Therefore in these circumstance even if you write only a small amount of data it might take additional time to fill in the dummy data User s Manual 4 23 Operating Basics When multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected be sure that you do not write to or delete data from the wrong drive Be sure to connect the AC adaptor to the computer before you write or rewrite any information Before you enter either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode take care to ensure that any DVD RAM writing has been completed In this instance writing is finished if you can eject the DVD RA
252. t in modem to a key telephone system for residences or offices E Avoid using your computer modem with the telephone cable connected during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning E Modem functions cannot be used in models which are not equipped with a modem This information is applicable to the models equipped with a built in modem Region selection Telecommunication regulations vary from one region to another so you will need to make sure the internal modem s settings are correct for the region in which it will be used The built in modem can be used only in specified countries and regions Using the modem in an area not specified for use may cause a system failure Check the specified areas carefully before using it To select a region follow the steps as detailed below 1 Click Start All Programs gt TOSHIBA Networking Modem Region Select If it is available do not use the Country Region Select function included as part of the modem setup utility within the Control Panel if you change the country region setting this way you may find that the change does not take effect 2 The Region Selection icon will appear in the Windows Taskbar 3 Click the icon with the primary left mouse button to display a list of regions that the modem supports together with a sub menu which details telephony location information a check mark will appear next to the currently s
253. t of the drive s eject button 1 Eject hole Figure 4 7 Manual release with the eject hole J N You must ensure that you turn off the power before you use the eject hole Ifthe CD DVD BD media is spinning when you open the disc tray it may fly off of the spindle and cause injury User s Manual 4 18 Operating Basics Function buttons This section describes the Function buttons Seven buttons are provided with some models Figure 4 8 Function button Icon Function button DVD BD CD None xs Eco AE CD DVD BD Launch WinDVD BD Launch Windows for TOSHIBA or Media Player TOSHIBA DVD Player depends on a disc in the optical disc drive e il Play Pause Play Pause Play Pause aa Previous Previous chapter Previous track P Next Next chapter Next track ox Mute Mute Mute lt _ Volume UP and Volume UP DOWN Volume UP DOWN DOWN Writing CD DVD BD on DVD Super Multi drives or BD Writer drives or BD Combo drives The optical drive installed on this computer cannot write multiple sessions on DVD R Dual Layer disc sessions Once a disc has been written to once it will be finalized Once finalized no further writing to the disc will be possible regardless of what portion of the total disc capacity was used You can use the DVD SuperMulti drive or BD Writer drives or BD Combo drives to write data to either CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW DVD
254. t up and return you to the application you were previously working on You can specify within the Power Options To access it click Start Control Panel gt System and Security Power Options Do not put any magnetic objects close to this switch as they may cause the computer to automatically enter Hibernation Mode and shut down even if the Panel Power Off feature is disabled User s Manual 2 13 The Grand Tour Function buttons Seven buttons are provided with some models Figure 2 6 Front operation panel Available for use Eco CD DVD BD Play Pause Previous Next Mute Volume Down Volume Up These buttons allow you to manage audio video run applications and access utilities Refer to the Function buttons section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics for details Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface Eco button A A E CD DVD BD button k m l Play Pause button lt q Previous button PP Next button Ox Mute button Volume UP and DOWN control buttons Press this button to launch the TOSHBIA eco Utility This button changes On and Off of eco Mode When eco Mode is On the icon turns green When eco Mode is Off the icon LED turns off Press this button to launch an application program that allows Windows Media Player TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Press this button to begin playing an audio CD a DVD movie or
255. te controller follow the steps as detailed below 1 Press a Slim size remote controller slightly to make it stretch out 2 Grasp a Slim size remote controller and pull it out from the slot Figure 2 21 Removing a Slim size remote controller User s Manual 2 33 The Grand Tour AC adaptor Q The AC adaptor can automatically adjust to any voltage ranging from 90 to 264 volts and to a frequency of either 47 or 63 hertz enabling you to use this computer in almost any country region The adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to this computer To recharge the battery simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source and to the computer Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for further information Figure 2 23 The AC adaptor 3 pin plug E Depending on the model in question either a 2 pin or 3 pin adaptor power lead will be bundled with the computer Do not use a 3 pin to 2 pin conversion plug The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region the product is bought and should not be used outside of this region In order to use the adaptor computer in other regions you should please buy a power cord that conforms to the safety rules and regulations in that particular region Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your computer or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage
256. the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider LAN Problem Procedure Cannot access LAN Check for a firm cable connection between the LAN jack and the LAN HUB Wake up on LAN does Make sure the AC adaptor is connected The not work Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off If problems persist consult your LAN administrator User s Manual 9 25 Troubleshooting Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not restore LAN access consult your LAN administrator For more information on wireless communication refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure Cannot access Make sure the computer s wireless Wireless LAN communication switch is set to on Bluetooth For further information on Bluetooth wireless communication please refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure Cannot access Check to ensure the computer s wireless Bluetooth device communication switch is set to on Check to ensure the Bluetooth Manager application is running on the computer and that power to the external Bluetooth device is turned on Check to ensure that no optional Bluetooth Adaptor is installed in the computer the built in Bluetooth hardware cannot operate simultaneously with another Bluetooth controller If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider HDMI monitor output function Problem Procedure No dis
257. ties and applications that make the use and configuration of the computer easier HW Setup utility To start the utility click the Windows Start button point to All Programs click TOSHIBA click Utilities and select HWSetup icon TOSHIBA eco Utility TOSHIBA eco Utility helps you monitor your power savings by showing approximate real time power consumption Furthermore it shows approximate accumulated power consumption and approximate accumulated power savings when using eco mode daily weekly and monthly You can track power savings by using eco mode continuously TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities that improve the ease and control of communication devices and network connections help in the identification of communication problems and allow the creation of profiles if you need to switch between different locations and communication networks To access this utility click Start All Programs TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA Disc You can create CD s and DVD s in a number of Creator formats including audio CD s that can be played on a standard CD player and data CD s DVD s which can store copies of the files and folders on your computer s hard disk drive This software can be used on models with a DVD Super Multi drive To start this utility click Start All Programs gt TOSHIBA CD amp DVD Applications Disc Creator TOSHIBA Face TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face Recognition
258. tification agencies Europe Austria OVE Belgium CEBEC Denmark DEMKO Finland FIMKO France LCIE Germany VDE Outside of Europe Italy The Netherlands Norway Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom U S and Canada UL listed and CSA certified No 18 AWG Type SVT or SPT 2 China CCC CQC Australia AS India IMQ KEMA NEMKO SEMKO SEV BSI STQC In Europe two conductors power cord must be VDE type HOS5VVH2 F or HO3VVH2 F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type HOSVV F For the United States and Canada two pin plug configuration must be a 2 15P 250V or 1 15P 125V and three pin plug configuration must be 6 15P 250V or 5 15P 125V as designated in the U S National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part II The following illustrations show the plug shapes for USA Australia Canada United Kingdom Europe and China User s Manual E 2 USA United Kingdom Australia Europe Canada China User s Manual E 3 TOSHIBA Appendix F TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as power consumption the cooling system and HDD Drop sensor It alerts users of specific system conditions via pop up messages It also tracks the usages of the computer and related devices logging the service relevant information on the computer s hard disk drive T
259. to ensure it is firmly occurs connected If the problem persists then you should refer to the documentation supplied with your Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo for further information You cannot write to an Remove the Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick Memory from the computer and check to ensure that it is Stick PRO not write protected You cannot read a file Check to ensure the required file is actually on the Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo that is inserted into the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider xD picture card For further information please refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Problem Procedure xD picture card error Remove the xD picture card from the computer occurs and then reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected If the problem persists then you should refer to the documentation supplied with your xD picture card for further information You cannot read a file Check to ensure the required file is actually on the xD picture card that is inserted into the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 15 Troubleshooting MultiMediaCard For further information please refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Problem Procedure MultiMediaCard error Remove the MultiMediaCard from the computer oc
260. to provide authorization information such as a User Password and HDD password User s Manual 4 8 Operating Basics Fingerprint Single Sign on Feature General The Single Sign On is a feature that allows the user to complete the authentication for both the User Password and optionally the HDD user and Supervisor passwords and logging on to Windows using only one fingerprint authentication when booting up It is necessary to register the User Password and Windows Logon password before using the fingerprint Pre OS feature and this fingerprint Single Sign On feature Please use TOSHIBA HW Setup to register your User Password Only one fingerprint authentication is required to replace the User Password and if selected the HDD user and Supervisor passwords and Windows Logon password How to enable fingerprint system boot authentication settings and Single Sign On feature It is necessary to first enroll your fingerprint with the TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility and Single Sign on feature prior to enabling and configuring the fingerprint Pre OS feature Check that your fingerprint is enrolled before configuring the settings 1 Logon as Administrator means a user has administrator privileges 2 Click Start point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Utilities point to TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility and click it 3 Swipe your finger across the fingerprint sensor 4 Click Run As Administrator If UAC Setting for wind
261. to the computer Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury User s Manual 2 34 TOSHIBA Chapter 3 Getting Started J If the battery pack is not pre installed in the computer that you purchased please install the battery pack before you start using the computer Please refer to Chapter 6 9 Replacing the battery pack for further information about installing the battery pack All users should be sure to read the section Starting up for the first time Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for information on the safe and proper use of this computer It is intended to help you be more comfortable and productive while using a notebook computer By following the recommendations in it you may reduce your chance of developing a painful or disabling injury to your hand arms shoulders or neck This chapter provides basic information to start using your computer It covers the following topics Connecting the AC adaptor Opening the display Turning on the power Starting up for the first time Turning off the power Restarting the computer System Recovery Options Creating Optical Recovery Discs Restoring the pre installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive Restoring the pre installed software from your created Recovery Discs User s Manual 3 1 Getting Started 1 Use an anti virus software a
262. to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack Improper installation could generate smoke or fire or cause the battery pack to rupture E Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children It can cause injury E The battery pack is a lithium ion battery which can explode if not replaced used handled or disposed of properly Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements E Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius Otherwise the electrolyte solution might leak battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened E Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adaptor Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode Data will be lost E Never remove the battery pack while the Wake up on LAN function is enabled Data will be lost Before you remove a battery pack disable the Wake up on LAN function Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low the Battery indicator will flash amber to indicate that only a few minutes of battery power remain If you continue to use the computer while the Battery indi
263. tructions shown on the on screen menu 1 Turn off the computer 2 While holding the F8 key turn on the computer 3 The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed Use the arrow keys to select Repair Your Computer and press ENTER 4 Follow the on screen instructions The Windows 7 CompletePC Backup feature can be used on Windows 7 Professional and Windows Ultimate User s Manual 3 12 Getting Started Creating Optical Recovery Discs Q J This section describes how to create Recovery Discs E Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you create Recovery Discs E Be sure to close all other software programs except the Recovery Media Creator Donot run software such as screen savers which can put a heavy load on the CPU E Operate the computer at full power E Do not use power saving features E Do not write to the disc when the anti virus software is running Wait for it to finish then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background E Donot use utilities including those intended to enhance hard disk drive access speed They may cause unstable operation and damage data H Do not shut down log off or Sleep Hibernate while writing or rewriting the disc Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subjected to vibrations such as airplanes trains or cars E Do not use on unstable tables or other any other unstable surfaces A
264. tte is twisted bent or exposed to direct sunlight extreme heat or cold Do not place heavy objects on your floppy diskettes Do not eat smoke or use items such as erasers near your floppy diskettes as foreign particles inside the jacket of the floppy diskette can damage the magnetic surface Magnetic energy can destroy the data on your floppy diskettes In view of this you should keep your floppy diskettes away from speakers radios televisions and other sources of magnetic fields User s Manual 4 34 Operating Basics Sound system This section describes some of the audio control functions Adjusting System Volume You can control the overall level of sound using Windows Volume Mixer To launch Volume Mixer follow the steps below 1 Locate the Speaker icon on the task tray 2 Right click the Speaker icon on the task tray 3 Select Open Volume Mixer from the menu Click the Device button to display available playback devices Select Speakers to use the internal speakers for listening Adjust speaker volume by moving the slider up or down to raise or lower the volume Click the Mute button DX to mute the sound You may see another control under Applications in Volume Mixer It is the control for an application which is currently running The Windows Sounds is always displayed since it controls the system sounds volume Changing System Sounds System sounds are assigned to inform you when certain
265. tware may disable or interfere with soft key operations and that the soft key settings are not restored when the computer returns from Sleep Mode Emulating keys on an enhanced keyboard JA JA JA JU Em FW HIP a Baol F Mg al Poel iit Fiz parse ff use saou ws none I peur m oe eno Poon Ji a Ma a A a 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 SPACE ee e num 7 L Lock i Q w R T kg uU I 0 P l t I 1 1 8 111 7 nome Pour caps OA S D F G li J K L ENTER lt tock d 4 5 6 2 2 n s I SHIFT Z x c v B N JM oe P a Q SHIFT a Wo i 1 J z I emo Paon cTRL FN ar l ar B CTRL
266. ull size drive provides high performance execution of CD DVD BD based programs You can run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CD DVD BDs without an adaptor A Serial ATA interface controller is used for CD DVD BD operation When the computer is accessing a CD DVD BD an indicator on the drive glows E Slot ODD The full size drive provides high performance execution of CD DVD based programs You can run 12 cm 4 72 CD DVDs without an adaptor A Serial ATA interface controller is used for CD DVD operation User s Manual 4 12 Operating Basics E Use the DVD playback application to view DVD Video discs E Use only round standard 12cm disc with this slot ODD Any other size or shape disc may not be able to be removed from the slot and may damage the system as well as the disc User s Manual 4 13 Operating Basics Loading discs E Tray ODD To load CD DVD BD s follow the steps as listed below and refer to figures 4 4 to 4 6 1 When the computer s power is on press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly 1 Eject button Figure 4 3 Pressing the eject button 2 Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully opened Figure 4 4 Pulling the disc tray open User s Manual 4 14 Operating Basics 3 Lay the CD DVD BD label side up in the disc tray Figure 4 5 Inserting a CD DVD BD When the disc tray is fully opened the edge of the comp
267. up program to control your system configuration controller Built in hardware and software that controls the functions of a specific internal or peripheral device e g keyboard controller co processor A circuit built into the processor that is dedicated to intensive math calculations CPU Central Processing Unit The portion of the computer that interprets and executes instructions CRT Cathode Ray Tube A vacuum tube in which beams projected on a fluorescent screen producing luminous spots An example is the television set cursor A small blinking rectangle or line that indicates the current position on the display screen D data Information that is factual measurable or statistical that a computer can process store or retrieve data bits A data communications parameter controlling the number of bits binary digits used to make up a byte If data bits 7 the computer can generate 128 unique characters If data bits 8 the computer can generate 256 unique characters DC Direct Current Electric current that flows in one direction This type of power is usually supplied by batteries default The parameter value automatically selected by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions Also called a preset value delete To remove data from a disk or other data storage device Synonymous with erase User s Manual Glossary 5 Glossary device driver A program called a driver th
268. ur Qo C Battery safety lock Battery release latch Battery pack Cooling vents Hard disk drive Memory module slots Slide this latch into its Unlock position in order to release the battery pack and prepare for removal Slide and hold this latch into its Unlock position in order to release the battery pack For more detailed information on removing the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes The battery pack provides power to the computer when the AC adaptor is not connected For more detailed information on the use and operation of the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes The computer s cooling vents help keep the processor from overheating The hard disk drive contains the main storage for the computer Disk size varies depending on the model purchased The memory module slots are located here The memory module slots allow for the installation replacement and removal of additional memory modules Please refer to the Additional memory module section in Chapter 8 Optional Devices for more information User s Manual 2 9 The Grand Tour Front with the display open This section shows the computer with the display panel open In order to open the display lift the display panel up and position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you 000 Power button Stereo speakers Front operational panel Touchpad Enab
269. ur country or region of residence e g European Union Those countries may or may not have the same data protection laws or data protection levels as required by your home country or region Once enabled you may disable the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor at any time by uninstalling the software via Uninstall a program in the Control Panel Doing so will automatically delete all collected information from the HDD User s Manual F 1 The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify TOSHIBA s obligations under its standard limited warranty in any way TOSHIBA s standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply Visit http Awww warranty toshiba com for details Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be started using the following methods E Click Start All Programs gt TOSHIBA Utilities PC Health Monitor H Click the icon in the notification area then click the Click here to enable TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor message when it is displayed This message will no longer be displayed after clicking Please enable software now or Please disable software now on the PC Health Monitor Software Notice amp Acceptance screen No matter which method is used the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor explanation screen will be displayed Clicking Next will display the PC Health Monitor Software Notice amp Acceptance screen Please carefully read the information
270. ur future reference In case of any trouble with this model please contact your nearest AUTHORIZED service station To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure VORSICHT Dieses Ger t enth lt ein Laser System und ist als LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT klassifiziert F r den richtigen Gebrauch dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die Bedienungsanleitung sorgf ltig durch und bewahren diese bitte als Referenz auf Falls Probleme mit diesem Modell auftreten benachrichtigen Sie bitte die n chste autorisierte Service Vertretung Um einen direkten Kontakt mit dem Laserstrahl zu vermeiden darf das Ger t nicht ge ffnet werden ADVARSEL Denne m rking er anbragt udvendigt p apparatet og indikerer at apparatet arbejder med laserstraler af klasse 1 hviket betyder at der anvendes laserstrlier af svageste klasse og at man ikke p apparatets yderside kan bilve udsat for utilladellg kraftig str ling APPARATET BOR KUN BNES AF FAGFOLK MED S RLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER MED LASERSTRALER Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne advarselsmeekning som advarer imod at foretage sadanne indgreb i apparatet at man kan komme til at udsatte sig for laserstraling XX OBS Apparaten innehaller laserkomponent som avger laserstraining verstigande gr nsen f r laserklass 1 VAROITUS Suojakoteloa si saa avata Laite sis lt laserdiodin joka l het n kym t
271. uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures User s Manual E Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna E Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver E Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected E Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer s external monitor port Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports HDMI out port and microphone jack Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user s authority to operate the equipment FCC conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
272. uter and transfer data to and from it IrDA 1 1 An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps K K Taken from the Greek word kilo meaning 1000 often used as equivalent to 1024 or 2 raised to the 10th power See also byte and kilobyte keyboard An input device containing switches that are activated by manually pressing marked keys Each keystroke activates a switch that transmits a specific code to the computer For each key the transmitted code is in turn representative of the ASCII character marked on the key kilobyte KB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 bytes See also byte and megabyte L L1 cache Level one cache Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed See also cache memory L2 cache L2 cache Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory See also cache memory L1 cache LAN A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with any other on the network Light Emitting Diode LED A semiconductor device that emits light when a current is applied Liquid Crystal Display LCD Liquid crystal sealed between two sheets of glass coated with transparent conducting material The viewing side coating is etched into character forming segments
273. uter and remove the incompatible module s User s Manual 8 6 Optional Devices S Use a 0 point Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten the screws the use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads Installing a memory module The computer contains slots for two memory modules one positioned immediately over the other the procedures are the same for installing either module 1 Shut down the computer make sure the Power indicator is off refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 Getting Started if required Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer Turn the computer upside down and remove the memory module cover CHD 1 Memory module cover 2 Screw 3 Slot B 4 Slot A Figure 8 4 Removing the memory module cover 4 Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory module slot and gently insert the module into the slot at about a 45 degree angle before holding it down until the latches on either side snap into place User s Manual 8 7 Optional Devices 5 Align the grooves along the edges
274. uter will extend slightly over the area where you insert the media Therefore when loading a CD DVD or BD you will need to turn it slightly at an angle when you place it in the disc tray After loading the CD DVD BD you should ensure that it is properly positioned over the central spindle and that it lies flat within the tray Do not touch either the laser lens or the area immediately around it doing so could cause misalignment and may damage the drive Make sure that no foreign objects are inserted into or otherwise enter the drive Check the disc tray especially the area behind the front edge to ensure that there are no foreign objects or material present before closing the drive Press the center of the CD DVD BD gently until you feel it click into place on the center spindle The disc should be slightly below the top of the spindle and flush with the spindle base Press the center of the disc tray in order to close it the tray will click into place when it is locked If the CD DVD BD is not seated properly when the disc tray is closed you may find that the media itself might become damaged and or the disc tray might not open fully when you next press the eject button User s Manual 4 15 Operating Basics E Slot ODD To load CD DVD s follow the steps as listed below and refer to following figures 1 When the computer s power is on insert CD DVD into the ODD directly Removing discs E Tray ODD H
275. verification library to verify the face data of users when they log in to Windows If the verification is successful the user will be logged into Windows automatically The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like which makes the login process easier User s Manual 1 19 Introduction J TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility TOSHIBA HDD SSD Alert TOSHIBA DVD RAM Utility Corel DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA This utility is able to either enable or disable the USB sleep and Charge function This utility shows the positions of USB ports that support the USB sleep and Charge function and displays the battery s remaining capacity To start this utility click Start All Programs gt TOSHIBA Utilities USB Sleep and Charge or Control Panel TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge The TOSHIBA HDD SSD Alert includes wizard functions to monitor the Disk Drive operating status and execute system backup This utility has the function of Physical Format and Write Protect to DVD RAM This utility is contained the setup module of TOSHIBA Disc Creator To start this utility click Start All Programs TOSHIBA CD amp DVD Applications DVD RAM Utility Corel DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA allows users to instantly create DVD video or slideshow discs via a user friendly wizard interface with specific task oriented features The Labelflash feature is also supported which allows text and imag
276. vieFactory for TOSHIBA gt DVD MovieFactory Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory 2 Click Video Disc gt New Project to invoke 2 4 Launcher choose your project type then invoke DVD MovieFactory 3 Add source from HD Disk by click Add Video files button to invoke browser dialog box 4 Choose the source video then go to Next page to apply Menu 5 After choose the menu template press Next button to go to Burning Page 6 Choose the output type then press Burn button How to make a Blu ray disc Movie 1 Click Start All Programs DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA gt DVD MovieFactory Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory 2 Click Create Video Disc New Project to invoke 2 Launcher choose Blu ray then invoke DVD MovieFactory 3 Add source from HDD by click Add Video files button to invoke browser dialog box 4 Choose the source video then go to Next page to apply Menu 5 After choose the menu template press Next button to go to Burning Page 6 Choose the output type then press Burn button How to learn more about Corel DVD MovieFactory Please refer to the Help and Manual files for additional DVD MovieFactory information Opening the DVD MovieFactory Manual Start gt All Programs DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA User Manual DVD MovieFactory User Manual User s Manual 4 28 Operating Basics Important information for use Note the following limitations when you write Video DVD
277. while you cannot format 720KB floppy diskettes under Windows 7 you are able to read and write to diskettes that have already been formatted A slot is available to attach a security cable to the computer to deter theft User s Manual 1 22 TOSHIBA Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of your computer Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer Front with the display closed The following figure shows the computer s front with its display panel in the closed position 1 Bridge Media Slot 2 Infrared receiver window 3 Wireless communication switch Figure 2 1 Front of the computer with display closed This slot lets you insert an SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card Memory Stick PRO PRO Duo xD Picture Card and MultiMediaCard Refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices s lt gt lt p Bridge media slot J Keep foreign metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips out of the Bridge media slot Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury User s Manual 2 1 The Grand Tour Off On Infrared receiver This is a sensor window that receives signals from the remote control which is provided with window your computer Wireless Slide this switch to the right to turn on Wireless communication LAN and Bluetooth funct
278. y from an AC power source for an extended period of time This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack and begins with the removal process which is detailed through the following steps E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode Data is stored in RAM so if the computer loses power it will be lost E n Hibernation Mode data will be lost if you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Hard Disk Drive indicator to go out E Donot touch the battery release latch while holding the computer or the battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the battery release latch and cause injuries To remove a discharged battery follow the steps as detailed below 1 Save your work Turn the computer s power off ensure that the Power indicator is off Remove all cables and peripherals that are connected to the computer Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down Slide the battery safety lock towards the release 4 position to make the battery release latch movable ak WN
279. y information or messages except for the TOSHIBA logo E Random characters appear on the screen and the system does not function normally E The screen displays an error message In these instances turn off the computer check all cable connections and then restart it If the self test fails again contact your reseller dealer or service provider Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC power outlet the battery pack is the primary power source However your computer also has a number of other power resources including an intelligent power supply and a Real Time Clock RTC battery all of which are interrelated with any one having the ability to produce apparent power problems This section provides checklists for AC power and the battery If you cannot resolve a problem after following them the cause may lie with another power related resource in such an instance you should contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 4 Troubleshooting Overheating power down If the processor s temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting the computer will automatically shut down to prevent any damage in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost Problem Procedure Computer shuts down Leave the computer off until the DC IN indicator and DC IN indicator stops blinking blinks white It is recommended to leave the computer off until the its interior reaches
280. y stop or not function properly in some situations E Unfinalized DVDs created on home DVD recorders may not be playable on the computer Use DVD Video discs with a region code which is either the same as the factory default setting or ALL E Donot playback DVD discs Video while watching or recording television programs using other applications Doing so may cause DVD Video playback or television program recording errors In addition if prescheduled recording starts during DVD Video playback it may cause DVD Video playback or television program recording errors Please view DVD Video during times when there is no recording prescheduled E The resume function cannot be used with some discs on the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER E itis recommended the AC adaptor be connected when playing DVDVideo Power saving features may interfere with smooth playback When playing DVD Video using battery power set the Power Options to High performance E Screen savers will not display while playing a movie in the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER The computer will also not go into Sleep Mode Hibernation Mode or shutdown while using TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER H Do not configure the Display automatic power off function to run while the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER is running H Do not switch to Hibernation or Sleep Mode when running the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER User s Manual 4 30 Operating Basics E Do not lock the computer using the Windows logo a L keys or
281. you may lose data or damage the disk E Never turn off the power while an application is running Doing so could cause loss of data E Never turn off the power disconnect an external storage device or remove storage media during data read write Doing so can cause data loss 3 Click Start 4 Click Shut down button Shut down r 5 Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer Do not turn the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately wait a short period to avoid any potential damage Hibernation Mode The Hibernation Mode feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive when the computer is turned off so that the next time it is turned on the previous state is restored Please note that the Hibernation Mode feature does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to the computer E Save your data While entering Hibernation Mode the computer saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive However for safety sake it is best to save your data manually E Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Hard Disk Drive indicator light to go out E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Hibernation Mode Data will be lost User s Manual 3 8 Getting Started A Benefits of Hibernation Mode The Hibernation Mode feature provides the following benefits

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