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1. ly AC adapter is in use Flash blue Boa is in suspend v Blue Wireless LAN Green Fully Charged Orange Battery is charging Flashing Red Low battery Function Keys Hold the Fn key while pressing the numbered function key Function key Description Fn F1 Bluetooth on off CONO A Fn F3 Touch pad on off Fn F4 Suspend Mode Fn F5 Toggles between LCD CRT displays Fn F6 Decreases LCD brightness Fn F7 Increases LCD brightness Fn F8 Decreases Volume 20 Chapter 2 Fn F9 Increases Volume F10 Mute Volume Fn F11 Touch panel on off Touchpad The touchpad is a pressure sensitive pointing device that provides all the features of a two button mouse Its primary function is to move the cursor around the screen Touchpad Touchpad buttons The instructions listed below describe how to use the touchpad 1 First place your fingers on the keyboard in the normal typing position The touchpad is easily accessible by moving either your left or right thumb off the space bar and on to the touchpad 2 Gently move your thumb across the pressure sensitive touchpad in the direction you want the cursor to move The pad detects the change in pressure and moves the cursor in the corresponding direction 3 The touchpad offers another method of making selections in a 21 Chapter 2 software program It is called double2. Chapter 2 Front View 11 1 2 1 SIM card door optional 2 MS Pro MS MMC SD 4 in 1 Card reader slot Right View IEEE 1394 port D sub serial port USB 2 0 Universal Serial Bus port Optical drive lock Optical drive Disk ejection button Fax Modem RJ 11 jack LAN RJ 45 jack ON Og NS 16 Chapter 2 Left View 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 17 DC in jack VGA external video display port USB 2 0 Universal Serial Bus ports Audio out jack Microphone in jack Smart card slot Express 54 34 card slot Chapter 2 Bottom View 1 Ventilation slot 2 Battery release latch with lock function 3 Battery 18 LED Status Indicators Chapter 2 The status indicators in the upper left corner of the keyboard light up when a particular function of the computer is active Each indicator is marked with a symbol Power indicator C Power On Off WLAN T WLAN On Off HDD Optical Drive The computer is reading information from the optical drive or HDD Number Lock The keyboard is in Num Lock mode Caps Lock The keyboard is in Caps Lock mode Battery BE Battery status 19 Chapter 2 Power Indicators The power indicators show which power source the system is using The power indicators remain active and viewable even when the LCD panel is closed Icon Light Description Power is on and the
3. Chapter 4 5 Boot menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Quiet Boot Enabled Enables Disables Quiet Boot option Fast Boot Disabled Setup Prompt Timeout Boot Option Priorities Boot Option 1 P1 HL DT STDVDR Boot Option 2 TOSHIBA MK50 CD DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Hard Drive BBS Priorities lt gt Select Screen 1 Select Item Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Valuse F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save ESC Exit Figure 6 3 51 Security menu Chapter 4 5 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Security Settings Password Description If ONLY the Administrator s passwords is set then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup If ONLY the User s password is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup In Setup the User will have Administrator rights Administrator Password User Password Trusted Computing Set Setup Administrator password lt gt Select Screen 1 Select Item Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Valuse F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save ESC Exit Figure 6 4 52 Exit menu Chapter 4 5 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Exit Options Save Changes and Exit Discard changes and Exit Save Change and Reset Discard Changes and Reset Save Op
4. Resolution 1366 x 768 Basic Mode Color Depth 32 Bit Media Power Paste Paste shortcut Options and Support Graphics Properties Graphics Options NVIDIA Control Panel New ER Screen resolution W Gadgets Personalize These options are described below Single You can choose which device to apply as the Primary display In Single mode the video display hot key combination is available you can cycle the video output by pressing the Fn F5 keys Mirror In Mirror mode the video display hot key combination is available you can cycle the video output by pressing the Fn F5 keys 28 Chapter 2 If the external CRT is connected the display on the LCD and the CRT is the same external monitor change the output in the Display Properties dialog box After successfully switching modes you may use the video function keys D Tip To ensure trouble free video output the first time you use an Note Light or dark dots may appear on the LCD due to technical limitations of LCD manufacturing This will not effect normal operation of the LCD Communication Components This system provides powerful communication functions including built in Fax Modem jack LAN jack and Express card slot Fax Modem and LAN Fax Modem and LAN jack on the right side of the computer allows you to connect to the Internet to send and receive data When used with fax software i
5. Hibernate If you are going to be away from the computer for a short period there are ways of conserving power without shutting down the system See Chapter 4 Power Saving Modes for details 5 Warning Shutting off the computer improperly may result in data loss Making a Startup Disk If you have trouble starting Windows the startup disk can be used to start your computer and fix many problems Refer to the Windows user manual for instructions 10 Chapter 1 Tips for New Owners Take responsibility for backup Back up files often Users who need to manage large amounts of data may wish to use backup devices such USB drive If you use your notebook as a networked workstation with system backup talk to the system administrator about backup procedures for your notebook Don t leave passwords anywhere on your notebook or carrying case Be careful when placing your notebook on an airport security conveyor belt In most airports security conveyor belts are safe for computers If you are not sure ask the security staff You should keep a close eye on your computer When you are in a hurry make sure that you walk away with the correct notebook computer Tape your business card to the notebook and accessories In the workplace notebooks and accessories may often look exactly alike leading to equipment mix ups Prevent such mix ups by placing your name on your equipment Develop ergonomic work habits The science of
6. 4465 2 4835GHz frequency range and must be restricted to indoor use 66 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement CE Declaration of Conformity CE Is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility 89 336 EEC Low voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and the Amendment Directive 93 68 EEC the procedures given in European Council Directive 99 5 EC and 89 3360EEC The equipment was passed The test was performed according to the following European standards EN 300 328 V1 7 1 2006 05 EN 301 489 1 V 1 4 1 2005 09 EN 301 489 17 V 1 2 1 2002 04 EN 50371 2002 EN 60950 1 2001 SAFETY CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak 67 Appendix B FAQ amp Stat
7. DC power port on the left side of your computer Connect the AC adapter power cord to an AC outlet Slide the cover latch in a gs 2227 the direction of the arrows to open the LCD Open the LCD panel to a Note The battery is not fully charged Allow comfortable viewing your battery to fully charge before using it angle i e before disconnecting power Calibrating the battery before use is also Press the power button highly recommended Refer to Chapter 5 to turn on the power Power Management for further information Use the touchpad to move the cursor on the screen Move your finger across the pad to control the cursor and press the right and left buttons beneath with your thumb These buttons have the same functions as the right and left buttons of a standard mouse You can also click or double click by tapping on the touchpad Chapter 1 Loading Windows The following section is for installing the Windows operating system only If you are installing a different operating system please check with your vendor for installation details Your computer will begin loading Windows once you turn on the power Wait a few seconds for Windows setup to load The Windows setup will prompt you for the product key number dues Note The product key is on a sticker shown to the right attached to the bottom of the Notebook Type your name and if applicable the name of your company Read the End User s Licen
8. The BIOS setup Utility allows you to configure your computer s basic settings When you turn your computer on the system reads this information to initialize the hardware so that it can operate correctly Use the BIOS setup utility to change your computers start up configuration For example you can change the security and power management routines of your system Starting the BIOS Setup Utility You can only enter the BIOS setup utility as the computer is booting that is between the time you turn on the computer and before the Windows interface appears If your computer is already on shut down your computer completely power off and restart it and then press the Del key to enter the setup utility 47 Chapter 4 5 Navigating and Entering Information in BIOS Use the following keys to move between fields and to enter information gt Select Screen Push the up and down arrow keys to move among t selections then press Enter to make a selection Ts Change Option Tab Select Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit Press Esc to exit any section If you wish to exit the ESC BIOS utility without saving changes go to the main menu then press Esc Users are allowed to enter new values to replace the default settings in certain fields and the rest fields are specified by system default parameters and cannot be modified by users Reverse the attribute of the main options and press the Enter key to e
9. monitor port to connect your computer to an external monitor Using the VGA monitor port Locate the 15 pin VGA monitor port on the left side of your notebook and connect the video signal cable from the external monitor or the VGA adapter to the monitor port Connect the power cable from the external monitor to a power outlet and turn on the monitor On your notebook click the right touchpad button on the Windows desktop to open the desktop menu Click Properties to open the Display Properties window In the Display Properties window click Advanced in the Settings tab Click the Display Modes tab Under Driver mode you can select the appropriate options to change the display to an external monitor Adjustments to screen resolution and color depth can also be made in this dialog box 27 Chapter 2 Dual Displays With Windows system you may use an external monitor simultaneously with your notebook s LCD You may also use the external monitor only and disable the LCD or only use the LCD To do this you may first need to enable the multiple display settings in Windows 1 Click right touchpad button on the inte W ndows Intel Display Built in Display desktop Graphics and Media Control Panel 2 Choose Graphics 4 Properties Display Refresh Rae 3 Click General Rotation Rotate To Normal Multiple Displays Setti ngs Color Enhancement 4 Click Display tab m Mm Sort by gt Refresh
10. part of Windows Power Management Access Power Management by clicking on Start Settings Control Panel Power Management Adjust the display time out by selecting a time next to the Turn off monitor option You may also select different time out values for adapter and battery power states I ve heard that cleaning up and rearranging files on the hard drive will improve the startup speed of my programs How do do this Hard disk maintenance can improve the startup speed of programs This maintenance includes deleting unnecessary files and defragmenting which rearranges data into more efficient groupings Windows includes utilities for performing these maintenance tasks Run Disk Cleanup to remove unnecessary files and Disk Defragmenter to defragment the hard drive For more information refer to Windows documentation The internal fax modem dial tone sound is too low How can increase the volume There are two methods to adjust the volume of the internal fax modem dial tone Method 1 Start Setting Control panel Phone and Modem Options Modem Properties Modem Speaker Volume Adjust Move the slider to adjust the modem speaker volume Method 2 Use the volume control button on the front of the computer What kind of external microphone can I use with my notebook computer You will need to use a self amplifying microphone There is feedback noise coming from my speakers What can do 61 Appendix B FAQ am
11. tapping This function corresponds to double clicking with a mouse Once the cursor has been moved to the object you want to select lightly double tap the pressure sensitive touchpad This double tapping on the touchpad will select the desired item and prompt the software to perform the related operation 4 The buttons located directly below the touchpad are the same in function as those on a two buttoned mouse Clicking these buttons makes selections drags objects or performs a variety of other functions depending on the software To select an object first move the pointer over the object you want to select and then press the left button one time The functions of these buttons are software specific 5 Double clicking is a common technique for selecting objects or launching programs from icons Once you have moved the pointer over the object you wish to select rapidly press the left button two times This action is commonly referred to as double clicking an object Dragging There are two ways to drag e Move the pointer to the desired location then press down the left button While still holding down the left button move the pointer to the desired location Release the button e Move the pointer to the desired location Tap the touchpad twice quickly as if you were double clicking however do not remove your finger after the second tap Move the cursor to the desired location Lift your finger to finish dragging Adjust
12. the touchpad settings by selecting Settings Control Panel Mouse Buttons These settings allow you to change the orientation of the touchpad from right handed to left handed and fine tune the pointer movement and timing of clicks Touchpad Precautions The Touchpad is a pressure sensitive device If not properly cared for it can be easily damaged Please take note of the following precautions 22 Chapter 2 e Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt liquids or grease e Do not touch the touchpad if your fingers are dirty e Do not rest heavy objects on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons Scrolling lines If you are scrolling through a document you may find that using the scrolling line is more restful to your hand than holding down a mouse button The scrolling line is located on the touchpad The Optical Drive Your computer comes with a pre installed Optical drive The optical drive can read or write both DVDs and CDs Your notebook identifies the drive with the letter following the hard drive letter If your hard drive is D then the optical drive will be E 23 Chapter 2 Inserting a Disk 1 Press the button on the front of the drive to open the disk tray and pull the tray open 2 Place the disk on the tray label side up 3 Place the disk on the central spindle and press gently until the disk clicks into place 4 Slide back the tray until it clicks shut Removing a Disk 1 Mak
13. total RENs contact the telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling areas If the terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required However if advance notice isn t practical the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible Also you will be advised of your right to file a compliant with the FCC if you believe it necessary The telephone company may mark changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service If trouble is experienced with this equipment please contact the manufacturer for repair and or warranty information If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may request you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved The equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs Contact the state public utility commission public service commission or corporation commission for information 65 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 marks it unlawful for any person to us
14. you notice that it begins to store significantly less charge Changing the Battery Change the main battery pack as follows 1 2 Turn off the computer Close the screen cover and turn the computer over Slide the side battery latch away from the battery Continue to hold it until the battery is removed Remove the battery Make sure the replacement battery is properly orientated Slide back the side battery latch then insert the battery into the battery compartment Check that the latch locks back into position 44 Chapter 4 5 Heat Considerations The computer s processor has been specially designed to consume little power and generates very little heat However working in a hot environment or working for long periods may raise the temperature Your computer takes the following steps to lower temperature e The cooling fan will automatically turn on You may feel air coming from a vent at the left side when this happens e If the temperature continues to rise processor activity will be reduced You may notice a slight loss of performance when this happens 45 Chapter 4 5 Chapter 5 Using The BIOS Setup Utility Chapter 4 5 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Your notebook has a BIOS setup utility which allows you to configure important system settings including settings for various optional functions of the computer This chapter explains how to use the BIOS setup utility BIOS Setup Menu
15. 0825 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 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 THIS ENCLOSURE 69
16. Button Press the eject button to eject the disk tray The manual eject keyhole is located next to it and allows you to manually eject a jammed disc 6 Fax modem RJ 11 Jack The fax modem can transmit data using the 56 Kbps V 90 protocol and send and receive faxes at 14 4 Kbps In some countries local regulations may not permit the use of the fax modem designed for this system In this case you may use an add on modem 37 Chapter 3 7 LAN RJ 45 Jack With the built in Ethernet LAN combo you can make LAN connections Connection speed is up to 1000 Mbps Warning Plug your modem into an analog telephone jack only Most homes use analog lines Do not use digital lines such as the PBX and ISDN systems found in many offices Digital lines may damage your modem 38 Chapter 4 Power Management Chapter 4 5 Power Management Battery Calibration The first time you use a battery you should calibrate it The calibration process empties and charges the battery one time This allows the Windows battery gauge to accurately monitor battery status To calibrate a battery follow these steps 1 Plug in the AC adapter 2 Restart the computer and when the startup screen appears press Del key to enter the BIOS Setup Utility 3 Inthe BIOS Setup Utility select Advance settings choose Battery calibration and then press enter Execute Battery Learning function OK Cancel 4 Press lt OK gt at the abo
17. User s Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents CHAPTER Teor rette eere e ERE 1 INTRODUCTION eeiece eee eee uou een e eto soccvccvedsssonseesdsovevesscdeeeescessdes 1 Getting Marido 2 INVENTO ri 3 Safety and Maintenance nete nnne nennen nne 4 Checklists RE 5 Fealitesai rei airis 6 Where to Look For Information eese 6 Quick Start 8 Adjusting the Volume eese eren eene nen enne 9 Adjusting the Brightness esee 9 Turning off Your Computer eee 10 Making a Startup 10 Tips JOT NEW OWYEES e o exec 11 CHAPTER pec E 13 GETTING STARTED iiec rossini e etis cscdcesdasesssstbecccedvesssveseosecacestons 13 Hardware and Software eese 14 TONE View octo tear RESIDUI I5 FTODDSVIEW d oen Seo eta D e Ot 16 Right View Deft View usati oa p ca i Bottom View t abi p BEES EIN IE Sem 18 LED Status Indicators 19 PoweF TIndicator s otro tie DERIT AA 20 IEunction KV SAA TONERS Touchpad se dae eR OP RR EGO EE The Optical Drive e rere re Connecting the Printer The ExpressCard Slot tret ertet espe s Communication Components eese eese nennen nennen nennen Information about the Wireless LAN button Information about the Wi
18. and show the current configuration and status Note Contact your distributor for the information of upgrading the O wireless local area network 31 Chapter 2 Information about 3G function Optional The system provides 3G GPS function optional please use screw driver to remove the screw of SIM Card door Then insert 3G SIM card into the slot Attention WLAN function will be auto turn off when 3G function is on Please press Fn F2 function keys to turn on 3G GPS function optional There ll be a 3G Watcher program window shown on Desktop Please follow 3G Watcher Help Topics Wireless Data Connections Manage profiles to create a profile first After all settings are completed click Connect to access Internet 3G Watcher View Tools p SIERRA WIRELESS User will find on Windows task bar The indicator shows the received signal strength in dBm up to a maximum of five bars Please press Fn F2 function keys or click ALL 3G Watcher Tools Turn Radio Off to ap a stop connection SMS Express Call History Phone Book Turn Radio Off Options O Note The system does not support 3G Voice features 32 Chapter 2 Information about Bluetooth Optional A Bluetooth wireless technology is the ability to simultaneously handle both data and voice transmissions This enables users to enjoy a variety of solutions such as hands free headse
19. e a computer or other electronic device including fax machines to send any message unless such 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 and an identification of the business or other entity or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business other entity or individual The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long distance transmission charges To program this information refer to the manual of the communication software European Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC issued by the Commission of the European Community Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms EN 55022 CISPR 22 Radio Frequency Interference EN55024 EN61000 4 2 EN61000 4 3 EN61000 4 4 EN61000 4 5 EN61000 4 6 EN61000 4 8 EN61000 4 11 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 Generic Immunity Standard EN 60950 1 IEC 60950 1 Product Safety R amp TTE CE MANUAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENT WLAN IEEE 802 11b g 802 11b Restrictions European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100mW EIRP and frequency range 2 400 2 4835GHz In France the equipment must be restricted to the 2
20. e sure the computer is not accessing the optical drive 2 Press the eject button and pull the tray all the way out 3 Pick up the CD by the edges and remove the disk from the tray Push the tray into the computer until it closes fully indicator light for the DVD ROM will flash on Do not attempt to remove a disk while this light is active The lock is located to the left of the eject button In locked mode the drive will stop if the eject button is accidentally pressed when reading a CD When this happens please unlock the drive press eject and push the tray back into the computer before reading again 5 Warning When the computer is reading from a DVD ROM COMBO the Precautions for Handling DVD ROM Discs Keep these precautions in mind when handling DVD ROM discs e Always hold the disc by the edges avoid touching the surface of the disc e Use a clean dry cloth to remove dust smudges or fingerprints Wipe from the center outward e Do not write on the surface of the disc 24 Chapter 2 Extremes in temperature may damage discs Store discs in a cool dry place Do not use benzene thinners or cleaners with detergent Only use optical cleaning kits Do not bend or drop the discs Do not place objects on top of discs Warning Do not insert any foreign objects into the disc tray Do not force the tray to open or close manually When not in use keep the tray closed to prevent dust or dirt from en
21. ement Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual Do not dispose of batteries in a fire They may explode Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference causing Equipment Regulations About the Modem The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements The department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction Before 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 In some cases the company s inside writing associated with a single line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly telephone extension cord 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 made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility 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 us
22. er 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 CAUTION Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate 68 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement The Load Number LN assigned to each terminal device denotes the percentage of the total load to be connected to a telephone loop which is used by the device To prevent overloading the termination on a loop may consist of any combination of devise subject only to the requirement that the total of the Load Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 100 Battery Disposal THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A LITHIUM ION OR NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY IT MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY CONTACT LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL AGENCIES FOR INFORMATION ON RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL PLANS IN YOUR AREA CAUTION FOR ADAPTER THIS NOTEBOOK COMPUTER IS FOR USE WITH DEDICATED AC Adapter BATTERY CAUTION DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN6
23. ergonomics studies the relationship between health and a suitable work environment For more information on ergonomics contact your nearest computer bookstore or local library The Internet also has information on this and other related subjects 11 Chapter 1 Never take the notebook anywhere without the carrying case A broken screen or case can be costly to repair Prevent accidents by carrying the computer in a suitable carrying case Consider using a lock For added security consider purchasing a Kensington lock to put into the Kensington lock hole on the back side of your computer Use the Kensington lock to secure the computer to a desk or table Note Using a computer for extended periods of time with a poor workstation setup and incorrect work habits can cause health problems 12 Chapter 2 Getting Started Chapter 2 Hardware and Software This chapter introduces the different components and controls of your notebook computer including the hardware components the software and the audio and video systems Getting Started Before you begin using your computer read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main components installed in the system Lift the LCD screen and open up the computer 14 Chapter 2 Front View 1 Web CAM optional 6 Touchpad 2 LCD panel 7 Touchpad button 3 Power button 8 Status indicators 4 Wireless LAN button 9 Speakers 5 Keyboard 10 Microphone 10 15
24. erous voltages are present which could cause electric shock or fire or damage sensitive components For best results use a power strip with a built in surge protector Do not use inferior extension cords as this may result in damage to your computer Chapter 1 e Set the computer on a flat stable surface To prevent damage to the computer s hard disk drive avoid using the computer where it will be exposed to strong vibration Checklists After opening the package carefully inspect the contents If any of the items is missing or appear damaged contact your dealer The shipping carton should contain the following STANDARD A notebook computer with a hard disk drive An internal battery An Optical drive An AC adapter with power cord OPTIONS The following items are normally optional but some vendors may include them in the standard package Some items may not be available in some countries or some vendors may choose not to carry all the items 2GB or 4GB DDRIII SODIMM memory cards CAUTION When purchasing any of the accessories listed above purchase only those accessories that are approved for use with your computer The above accessories are proprietary items Your System vendor can obtain these approved accessories If you use items that are not approved for use with this computer you may cause your computer to malfunction or to emit or receive electro magnetic radiation in excess of local regulations For non
25. ess lt Enter gt Load Optional Defaults OK Cancel 3 Select Save Changes and Exit When you see the following prompt choose lt OK gt and then press lt Enter gt to restart your computer 62 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement Save configuration changes and exit setup OK Cancel 63 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement Statements Federal Communications Commission Statement 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 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 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or a
26. have the notebook standby suspend or you can power off the computer altogether Initiating Suspend Mode There are four ways to initiate suspend mode The settings can be adjusted in the Power Management dialog box e The computer will automatically enter suspend mode when not used for a set period of time e Selecting the Stand by button in the Shut Down Windows dialog box e Closing the screen cover assuming no external monitor has been connected e Pressing the power button if enabled in power settings e Pressing the suspend function key Fn F4 42 Chapter 4 5 Power Button Settings The function of the power button can be set to Shutdown or Standby in the Power Management Properties dialog box in the Windows Control Panel However holding the power button down for more than four seconds will force a power off while operating under any situation resulting in the loss of any unsaved information Power Saving Tips e Avoid operating the fax modem or audio and video applications when using battery power Operating a fax modem video or audio equipment increases the computer s power requirements e Decreasing monitor brightness can also save power Decrease brightness by pushing lt Fn gt lt F6 gt Increase it by pushing lt Fn gt lt F7 gt 43 Chapter 4 5 When to Replace the Battery Over time the battery s capacity gradually decreases We recommend that you replace your battery when
27. lays a message or both Warning When battery power is low the Notebook will display a warning on the screen Take immediate action such as saving files or connecting to the AC adapter or data may be lost When the computer alerts you that the battery is low immediately do one of the following e Connect the AC power adapter e Save your work turn off the computer and replace the discharged battery with a charged battery See Changing the Battery below Do not restart the computer until you have connected to an AC adapter or replaced the discharged battery with a charged battery 41 Chapter 4 5 Battery Charging When you use the AC adapter to connect your Notebook to a power outlet the internal battery will automatically begin to recharge While the battery is charging the Battery Charge icon on the Indicator panel will be active When the battery is fully charged the Battery Charge icon will turn off If your computer is turned off or standby mode a fully discharged battery will take about 3 hours to recharge Power Saving Modes Adjust the default power management settings in the Power Options Advanced dialog box in the Control panel The Power Options Properties dialog box allows you to set different actions to take when the computer is left idle for a certain amount of time Suspend Mode There are several possible settings for suspend mode which can be selected in the Power Management dialog box You may
28. n experienced radio TV technician for help Shielded interconnect cables and shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to insure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system s manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 64 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement About The Modem This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains among other information the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number REN for this equipment If requested this information must be provided to the telephone company The modem jack of this equipment complies with Sub part F of Part 68 of FCC rules The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices that may be connected to the telephone line Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call In most but not all areas the sum of the RENs should not exceed five 5 0 To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line as determined by the
29. nter into the submenu Press the Esc key to return to the previous configuration page 48 The Main Menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Chapter 4 5 Main Advanced Boot Security Exit System Overview BIOS Information Build Date BIOS Version EC Version Processor Type Speed Total Memory System Language System Time System Date Access Level 11 24 2010 14 09 54 RC 04a 0 0 9 Type Intel Core TM i7 CPU M 620 2 67GHz 2660MHz Memory Information xx xx xxxx Administrator Choose the system default language Use ENTER TAB Or SHIFT TAB to select a field Use or to Configure system Time lt gt Select Screen 1 Select Item Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Valuse F3 Optimized Defaults F4Save ESC Exit Figure 6 1 49 Advanced Menu Chapter 4 5 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Advanced Setting Battery Calibration Enter FAN Calibration Enter SATA Mode AHCI Mode Legacy USB Support Enabled Wake on LAN from S4 S5 Disable WLAN State Configuration WLAN Mode Control Commercial Mode Commercial Mode START OFF Battery Learning Function To do battery calibration lt gt Select Screen tl Select Item Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Valuse F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save ESC Exit Figure 6 2 50
30. p Statement Double click on the Speaker icon on the task bar Then under Microphone Balance check the Mute box Because of a software problem was unable to shut down power normally pressed the power button to force a power off but it didn t work How can force a power off Make sure you press the power button for at least 4 seconds Normally this will force a power off If this does not work you can shut down the computer by inserting a needle into the reset button pinhole The reset button locates on the computer bottom side Why can t I charge the battery of my portable computer after it was out of use for some time After portable computers have not been used for a long time more than one month the batteries will go into the low voltage protection mode due to data back ups and natural electrical discharge At that point restoring normal voltage will require slow charging over a period of several hours Calibration can be performed after the battery has returned to a normal condition Q My computer alerts CMOS Battery Low what can do A f you keep your computer in no power situation unplug the computer from the power outlet and remove battery at the same over 45 days your data in CMOS will be lost Please reconfigure your CMOS by following steps 1 Press DEL to enter the BIOS setup utility 2 Select Load Optional Defaults When you see the following prompt choose lt OK gt and then pr
31. proprietary accessories such as PC cards or printers ensure that the accessory functions properly in your computer before making the purchase Your system vendor may be able to recommend reliable brands and models Chapter 1 Features High Capacity Hard Disk Drive The computer has a high capacity hard disk drive to store your favorite programs and large multimedia files Built in Modem LAN Capability A built in 56k modem and 10 100 1000 Mbps Ethernet port allows you to access the Internet or a local area network LAN LCD Your computer has an easy to view LCD panel Built in Stereo Speakers and Microphone The stereo speakers and internal microphone enable you to run a variety of multimedia applications Convenient Audio Control The conveniently located audio control knob enables you to easily adjust the volume to the stereo speakers Where to Look For Information About Your Computer This User s Manual describes the key elements of your computer New users can find a simple step by step orientation in the Quick Start section of this chapter About Windows Windows Online Help found on the Start menu offers extensive Windows assistance Tour Windows offers an online orientation for new Windows users Find it in Start Programs Accessories System Tools Chapter 1 Quick Start Turning on the Computer for the First Time 1 Connect the AC adapter power cord to the AC adapter Connect the AC adapter to the
32. r Follow all warnings and instructions noted in this documentation and in the Windows Help program The first time you use your computer we recommend that you carefully read the Making Connections section of this manual and initialize the battery to ensure optimum battery performance Unplug the computer from the power outlet before cleaning Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use aerosols solvents or strong detergents Do not use the computer near open water or other liquids Never spill liquid onto the computer Do not place the computer in an unstable location where it might slip or be knocked over Serious damage could result from a fall Slots and openings in the system cabinet are for ventilation purposes Do not block or cover these openings or the system could overheat Do not use or store the computer near a source of heat or dust On the base or rear panel of this notebook there is a label with information on the power requirements of this system These requirements must be followed If you are unsure of your local power supply consult your dealer or local Power Company Do not step on or place anything on the power cord If you use the computer with an extension cord ensure that the total ampere ratings of all the devices sharing the extension do not exceed the rating of the extension cord or the rating of the wall outlet Never push foreign objects into the computer through any of the slots or openings Dang
33. reless LAN button A TIO MAKING CONNECTIONS Table of Contents Right Side Connectors inonrc a ee iaasa 37 Power Saying Tips i iaa etam ai o me epe When to Replace the Battery Heat Considerations eee 45 CHAPTER me M M USING THE BIOS SETUP UTILITY Using the BIOS Setup 47 idus pe c 55 INSTANT RECOVERY SOFTWARE eere eene eene 55 APPENDIX A A 60 FAQ amp STATEMENT 2 2 idii 60 Frequently Asked Questions esses 61 Statemerisi ie EROR ERR DS EE RC 64 European Notice eese SAFETY CAUTION Canadian Department of Communications eese 68 Battery Disposal sse CAUTION FOR BATTERY CAUTION esee CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 1 Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Notebook computer Your new notebook features the most innovative advances in portable computing technology lt combines state of the art ergonomics with sophisticated architecture to provide you with a personal computer that is compact powerful and easy to use Designed for a wide range of general business and personal productivity applications the notebook is an ideal choice for use in the office at home and on the road For maximum expandability without compromi
34. ructions included with individual Express cards Some cards may be inserted with power on while others require that the computer be turned off Removing a Card e Press again to release the card The Graphics System Your computer has a high performance graphics system which can easily handle the demands of today s multimedia computing Screen Controls Brightness Function keys can increase or decrease the brightness of the monitor e Fn F6 decreases the LCD panel brightness e lt gt lt 7 gt increases the LCD panel brightness 26 Chapter 2 Resolution Click My Computer Control Panel Display Settings Click the Settings tab The dialog box indicates the monitor resolution Use the slide bar to adjust the resolution Normally you should use the resolution the LCD or monitor was designed for Note Using a lower resolution than the screen was designed for will reduce the area of the display Using the computer in DOS mode may produce the same effect because it uses a 640 by 480 resolution by default You can stretch these low resolution displays to full screen size by selecting either the Expanded Display or Display Expansion Mode features in the BIOS utility However the stretching may cause distortion especially to fonts High Resolution with an external monitor Higher resolution modes may be used as long as the monitor supports them Connecting to an External Monitor The notebook has a VGA
35. se Agreement Click Next to accept it Enter the product key number You can find this on the Certificate of Authenticity on a sticker attached to the computer Click Finish The Start Wizard will prompt you to set the date and your local time After the Start Wizard updates your system settings the Welcome to Windows screen will appear You may disable this feature by clearing the check box labeled show this screen each time Windows starts Some software comes preloaded with Windows New users can familiarize themselves with this software by selecting Programs from the start menu then clicking on programs to run them Chapter 1 Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume with hot key combination as below e F8 decreases the volume e 9 increases the volume e Fn F10 Mute the volume Alternatively you can adjust the volume with the Windows volume control applet located on the taskbar Adjusting the Brightness Use the following hot key combinations to adjust the LCD panel brightness e F6 decreases the brightness e Fn F7 increases the brightness Chapter 1 Turning off Your Computer Turning off the computer properly is important to maintaining your computer 1 On the Start menu 2 Click Shut down lt Default Programs Windows Fax Scan MS Log off e Remote Desktop Connection lod gt oA Programs Restart Sleep Search programs and files
36. sing F10 from any of the menu screens also allows you to save settings and exit Exit Without Select this option to discard any changes you have made to the field values and restart the computer Saving using the old values 54 Appendix A Instant Recovery Software Appendix A Instant Recovery Software No need to locate a recovery CD to restore your software settings it is already pre installed on your notebook hard drive Simply follow the steps below and restore your notebook to the original factory settings 1 Press power button boot System then press Alt F4 to start the recovery 2 Are you sure you want to restore the partition Please click OK taie WCHL TT E et tition 56 Appendix A 3 Warning message for double confirmation please click OK partition will permanently delete a partition hard drive gt u Sure you wyantito testo re 4 Start to recover system PowerRecover EC Time Cette 00 10 57 Appendix A 5 Restore operation completed please click Quit to finish all of the recovery procedure PowerRecover ore operation completed successfully 58 Appendix B FAQ Statement Appendix B FAQ amp Statement Frequently Asked Questions Q My screen seems to time out too quickly have to constantly hit a key or move the mouse in order to bring it back How can adjust the screen time out This is
37. sing portability the notebook accommodates a number of modules including Optical Drive three USB ports one Express card and one 4 in 1 card slot The high capacity hard disk drive provides you with plenty of storage space for multimedia files and applications This Manual contains all the information you need to set up and use your new notebook It describes all the features of the notebook in an easy to read yet thorough manner Chapter 1 Inventory This computer system is designed for years of productive and pleasurable computing Use this section to keep details of your purchase This information will be required should you need to make repairs to your notebook during the warranty period Update this section when you add new options DATE OF PURCHASE PLACE OF PURCHASE DEALER S NAME DEALER S ADDRESS TELEPHONE E MAIL ADDRESS WWW CONTACT PERSON MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER BIOS VERSION The serial number is on the label with a bar code on the bottom side of the computer The BIOS revision number will appear briefly on the screen after turning on the computer before the graphic BIOS screen appears Press the Del key to enter BIOS setup screen Chapter 1 Safety and Maintenance You can use your computer under a wide range of environmental conditions However to ensure long use and continued high performance consider the following factors when setting up your compute
38. t can be used as a fax When using this function first plug the phone cord into the Fax Modem jack Anti electromagnetic wave clip To eliminate electromagnetic waves it is strongly recommended that you thread the LAN cable and phone cord through the clip provided as shown below when using peripherals 29 Chapter 2 Attention When using the data communications function please do not plug the phone cord into the ISDN or PBX jack to avoid an electrical surge that will cause the MDC module to burn 30 Chapter 2 Information about the Wireless LAN button Wireless LAN button If Wireless LAN module has been built in your notebook will search for the device and will display an icon on the Windows task bar WLAN button Built in Wireless Local Area Network The built in Wireless Local Area Network WLAN interface card can provide a quick access without using cables for the connection to the network equipments The interface card adopts the IEEE 802 11 protocol and uses the 2 4 GHz ISM electric wave frequency band as the transmission interface to set up the communications between the host computer and other computers The way of processing communications through the WLAN interface card is the same as that through Ethernet interface card The Configuration Tool is a Window application program If users have a computer equipped with the WLAN interface card then users can use it to set up the interface card
39. t for voice calls printing and fax capabilities and synchronizing PDA laptop and mobile phone applications Please press Fn F1 hot key on Keyboard to turn on Bluetooth function optional User could check Bluetooth connection status indicator on Windows task bar Bluetooth disconnection a Bluetooth connection Double click Bluetooth indicator or program on Desktop to turn on application Bluetooth 33 Chapter 3 Making Connections Chapter 3 Making Connections Your computer is equipped with a full array of ports and connectors including standard input output I O ports for quickly and easily adding peripheral devices such as printers keyboards and mice Refer to documentation included with individual devices for details on connecting these devices to your computer Along with the standard ports found on most computers your computer also includes IEEE 1394 ports modem and LAN ports offering advanced communications technology Front Side Connectors 1 1 2 1 SIM Card Door 2 Pro MS MMC SD 4 in 1 card slot The 4 in 1 card reader slot is specially used for the device with a MS Pro MS MMC SD interfaced card Insert the card into 4 in 1 card slot securely for device access 35 Chapter 3 Left Side Connectors 1 DC in Jack Connect the DC power cable from the AC adapter to this jack 2 VGA Out External Video Port The 15 pin VGA port can be used to connect your computer
40. tering the drive unit If you experience difficulty when removing a CD disc stretch a paper clip or use a pin or a thin metal rod and insert it into the emergency eject hole located on the front panel The CD disk tray should eject immediately This procedure can also be used to remove a CD from the drive when the notebook is powered off Connecting the Printer To connect a printer to your notebook via the USB port use the supplied USB to printer adapter cable Note Before use you must install the driver for the adapter cable The Express Card Slot The express card slot can be used as an interface between your computer and a variety of communications devices such as network adapters fax modems or provide additional data storage capacity 25 Chapter 2 Installing a Card 1 The top side of a express card is usually identified with a label Insert the card into the slot with the label side up and the edge with pinhole contacts going in first 2 Insert the card into the slot You will feel some resistance as the card lt gt slides into the back of the slot Slide the card into the slot 3 Express cards require drivers or a program that allows the operating system to use a specific device Many drivers are included with Windows but if not you will be prompted to install the driver included with your card 4 The computer will beep twice to indicate successful installation Note Please read the inst
41. tions Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Boot Override P1 HL DT STDVDRAM GT32N P0 TOSHIBA MK5065GSX Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device Rest System with ME disable Mode Exit system setup after saving the changes lt gt Select Screen 1 Select Item Change Opt F1 General Help F2 Previous Valuse F3 Optimized Defaults F4 Save ESC Exit Figure 6 5 53 Chapter 4 5 Change User Password With a User password you can enter the Setup Utility and change or remove the User password but you cannot enter the Setup Utility and change or remove the Supervisor password nor enable diskette access if it has been disabled Change Supervisor Password A supervisor password must be set before a lower level user password can be set After selecting Change Supervisor Password press Enter You will be prompted for the new password and then again to verify it Type in 6 or fewer keystrokes If you make an error press Esc to start over Resetting the CMOS to Default Settings The main page provides the system parameters for you to reset the CMOS to default settings After you enter this page select the Load Optimal Defaults Load Optimal Defaults OK Cancel Select OK to reset the CMOS to default settings Exiting and Saving Save Settings Select this option to save changes to the field and Exit values and restart the computer using the new values Pres
42. to an external monitor See the Graphics System in chapter 2 for more information 3 USB 2 0 Universal Serial Bus Ports The Universal Serial Bus USB is the latest standard for attaching monitors input devices scanners and other devices to a PC USB devices can be chained together on a single cable 4 Audio out Jack Connect a stereo headset or external speakers to this jack to listen to multimedia 5 Microphone in Jack Connect a microphone to this jack to record 6 Smart Card Slot Integrated Circuit card A smart card is typically a credit card sized form factor with a small embedded computer chip There are different types of smart card memory cards processor cards and security cards 7 Express 54 34 Card Slot This slot is where an express 54 34 card is inserted 36 Chapter 3 Right Side Connectors 1 FireWire IEEE 1394 1394a Port This is a high speed serial data port You may connect any FireWire compatible device to this port 2 D sub serial port The D sub serial port provides the connection for RS232 interface device 3 USB 2 0 Universal Serial Bus Port The Universal Serial Bus USB is the latest standard for attaching monitors input devices scanners and other devices to a PC USB devices can be chained together on a single cable 4 Optical Drive Your computer comes with a built in Combo DVD CD RW Drive You may view DVDs and write to a CD R or CD RW disc 5 Disk Eject
43. ve Battery Auto Calibration dialog to begin the battery calibration Battery Calibration will take from 4 to 8 hours depending on how much power the battery may already contain Note For optimum performance we recommend calibrating the battery again every three months Each time you charge and discharge a battery it loses a tiny part of its storage capacity so that over time it will store less than its potential charge Similarly if you do not use the battery for a few days it will slowly self discharge and when it is recharged it will hold less than 100 of the potential charge 40 Chapter 4 5 Monitoring Battery Power There are two ways to monitor how much power the battery has left 1 Click start Control Panel Power Options then click Power Meter Moving the cursor to the battery icon on the taskbar is the simplest way to check on battery power status If you do not see the battery icon enable it in Start Control Panel Power Options Choose the Advanced tab and click Always show icon on the taskbar Low Battery Alarms How your computer responds to a low battery condition is set under Start Control Panel Power Options Alarms Two different power alarms can be enabled or disabled the Low Battery Alarm and the Critical Battery Alarm Use the slidebar to set the power level at which the alarms are activated Click on the Alarm Action button to choose whether the alarm sounds disp
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