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Toshiba L640 Laptop User Manual

1. You press the disc eject button but the drive tray does not slide out Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on The optical disc drive eject mechanism requires power to operate Make sure a program is not accessing the drive and preventing it from ejecting If you need to remove a disc and cannot turn on the computer for example if the battery is completely discharged use a narrow object such as a straightened paper clip to press the manual eject button This button is in the small hole next to the optical disc drive eject button on the face of the optical disc drive tray Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it Some discs run correctly but others do not Check that the type of disc you are using is compatible with your optical disc drive For more information regarding supported optical media formats refer to the complete detail specifications for your computer at pcsupport toshiba com If the problem is with an optical data disc refer to the software s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program s needs The disc will not come out of the drive when you click the eject button on the screen Press the button on the optical disc drive itself For additional information see You press the disc eject button but the drive tray does not slide out on page 175 High Definition cont
2. Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum FHSS radio technology and is compliant to Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology and TOSHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of its B uetooth products with all computers and or equipment using B uetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA portable computers Always use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more up to a total of seven TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards Please contact TOSHIBA computer product support on Web site http Awww toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or pcsupport toshiba com in the United States for more information When you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA close to 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices B uetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors If you detect certain interference while you use B uetooth cards from TOSHIBA always change the frequency move your computer to the area outside of the interference range of 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices 40 meters 43 74 yards or more or stop transmitt
3. Double click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure Y Select the power plan that you want to customize and then choose settings that reflect how you want your computer to manage power Sleep USB settings Power buttons and lid Lid close action Power button action PCI Express Processor power management Display H H amp amp amp Multimedia settings Battery Restore plan defaults Sample Image Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 5 Select Hibernate for the options you want Getting Started 01 Turning off the computer NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel Sd Power button action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button 6 Click Apply 7 Click OK Once the computer is configured you can place it into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel depending on the Hibernation options set Starting again from Hibernation mode To start up the computer from Hibernation mode press the power button until the ON OFF light glows white The computer returns to the screen
4. Liquids and corrosive chemicals Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort included with your computer contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use and to withstand the rigors of travel You should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or surface of the computer AWARNING Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your computer and never expose the computer to rain water seawater or moisture Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire resulting in damage or serious injury If any of these eventualities should accidentally occur immediately 1 Turn off the computer 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor from the power plug socket and computer 3 Remove the battery pack Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center Getting Started 43 Selecting a place to work A CAUTION Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or surface of the computer s Computer base and palm rest can become hot Avoid prolon
5. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR qualified If the model you purchased is qualified it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo on the computer and the following information applies Toshiba is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency s EPA ENERGY STAR Program and has designed this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy 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 set to enter the low power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in AC power mode We recommend 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 See the Mobile Computing section of the Toshiba User s Guide for more information on using power management settings to conserve computer energy Introduction 3 According to the EPA a computer meeting the new ENERGY STAR specifications will use between 30 and 60 less energy depending on how it is used If all U S households and businesses replaced old computers with new ENERGY STAR qualified models we would save more than 2 billion in energy costs each year and avoid gre
6. To capture only the active window displayed press Fn ALT while Simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key If when you type strange things happen or nothing happens the problem may be related to the keyboard itself The keyboard produces unexpected characters A keypad overlay may be on If the numlock light or cursor control overlay light is on press Fn F10 to turn off the cursor control overlay light or Fn F11 to turn off the numlock light If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off make sure the software you are using 1s not remapping the keyboard Refer to the software documentation and check that the program does not assign different meanings to any of the keys You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages You may need to update your keyboard driver Refer to the documentation that came with the keyboard or to the keyboard manufacturer s Web site The keyboard you connected may be defective or incompatible with the computer Try using a different make of keyboard Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions The screen is blank Display Auto Off may have gone into effect Press any key to activate the screen You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously If you have registered a password press any key type the password and press Enter If no password is
7. To zoom out Place two fingers slightly apart on the TouchPad and then slide them Sample Illustration together Zooming in Sample Illustration Zooming out Adjusting TouchPad settings While you are typing the on screen pointer may seem to move or jump around by itself to random locations on the screen The on screen pointer may also seem to automatically select text click buttons and activate other user interface elements For help with these problems try one or more of the following gt Try adjusting your typing technique to avoid accidental contact with the TouchPad You may be inadvertently brushing the TouchPad with the heel of your hand as you type Also accidental light touches or taps on the TouchPad may select an item or text on the screen and potentially the item or text may be replaced by the next character you type Temporarily disable the TouchPad so that it does not respond to touch or button presses while you type See Disabling or enabling the TouchPad on page 79 Disable the tapping feature If you disable tapping only you can still use the TouchPad s control buttons and move the pointer by sliding your finger on the TouchPad Adjust the sensitivity of the TouchPad so that it is less responsive to accidental light taps and lighter finger pressure Getting Started Using external display devices CO NOTE TouchPad setting options vary
8. 1 Click Start Help and Support All Programs Start button shut down button Sample Image Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in the lower right corner of the Start menu The computer closes all open programs shuts down the operating system and then turns off Getting Started 8 Turning off the computer Turning off the computer more quickly You can also turn off the computer by pressing the power button To use this method you first need to activate it using the Power Options feature By default pressing your computer s power button puts the computer into Sleep mode Click Start Control Panel System and Security and then Power Options The Power Options window appears 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized The Edit Plan Settings window appears Change settings for the plan Balanced Docu Thee Dep red dipl ering tht oH meh pier Cee ho ee hen the dapis E tem off the dipi Potthe computer to veep tE oe fidani plan Bnghinece Faprage acne ed par Wattage Savior delat umg tor iha ple Sample Image Edit Plan Settings screen 3 Click Change advanced power settings The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears OO Getting Started Turning off the computer 4 Double click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure Advanced settings Y Select the power plan that y
9. A Primary control a c Secondary control button Sample Illustration The TouchPad and associated control buttons 16 Getting Started Using the TouchPad Refer to the table below for specific instructions on performing each operation NOTE The pointer is the icon usually an arrow that moves on the screen when you slide your finger across the TouchPad or move a mouse connected to your computer To Do the following Move the on screen Slide your finger across the TouchPad in the pointer direction you want to move the pointer To move the pointer a longer distance slide your finger several times across the TouchPad in the preferred direction Select an item 1 Open or activate an 1 item Right click an item 1 2 This feature varies by program Check your program documentation for specific Move the pointer to the item you want to select Do one of the following Tap the TouchPad once OR Press and release the primary left hand control button Move the pointer to the item you want to open activate Do one of the following Jap the TouchPad twice in rapid Succession OR gt succession Move the pointer to the item you want to right click Press and release the secondary control button instructions on right clicking Press and release the primary control button twice in rapid Example Sample Illustration Pointer moves to t
10. CPU memory backlight illumination time and temperatures for various devices The collected information is not limited to the examples specified here The stored data uses a very small portion of the total hard disk capacity approximately 3 MB or less per year This information is used to identify and provide a notification of system conditions that may affect the performance of your TOSHIBA 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 use this information for quality assurance analysis Subject to the use restrictions above the data logged on the internal storage drive may be transferred to entities located outside of your 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 Chapter 6 if Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your computer are relatively easy to identify and solve Others may require help from your network administrator or the manufacturer of the software program This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter If all else fails contact Toshiba You will find information on Toshiba s support services at the end of this chapter Problems that are ea
11. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 4 A warning screen appears stating that when the recovery is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten Click Yes to continue TOSHIBA Recovery Wizard i TOSHIBA Sample Image Warning screen 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next TOSHIBA Recovory Wizard Salecting a process gt Please select an oplicn gt Recosary of Factory Default Sofa Recover to out of box sale Erase fe hard disk Delete all the data and partitions from your hard drive Nari Carmini Sample Image Selecting a Process screen 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions TOSHIBA Rooowory Winrar lt Recovery of Factory Default Soltware gt Please s iect a recovery meihod gt R ver lo oul ol box slab DOD Recover without changing the hand drive p ariiions gt Repper to a cusiom sise partition a fk I Maret a Sample Image Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Click Next A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data on the C drive will be lost during the recovery process Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding see Backing up you
12. gt Use Error checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to check and optimize disk space and improve performance Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive via external media email or download from the Internet Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive motion injuries and eyestrain Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk the drive or both NOTE The Windows operating system records information such as your desktop setup during its shutdown procedure If you do not let the Windows operating system shut down normally details such as new icon positions may be lost Using the keyboard Your computer s keyboard contains character keys control keys function keys and special Windows keys Peal eal EA ERI i Ae BREAK BACK SPE Rr e D HOME pr m 0 k E L Sample Illustration Keyboard for L640 Series PGUP Lisi ae B ESC F2 F3 F4 FS F7 F8 F9 F12 INS i HOME END od e 4 39 8 0 At p 9 8 SCROLLLOCK SYSRQ PRTSC PASE BREAK E E e 7 a p e E ce 1 zE ce PACE NUM LOCK H er e a er e ENTER caren 4 e JE fem CTRL 0 Sample Illustration Keyboard for L650
13. id o s Gap uban Op Tjan Wa Card Sample Image TOSHIBA Card display 2 Click the stacked card on the far right of the display The Application Cards are hidden under this card The Application Cards appear and the Hot Key Cards are stacked under the Card on the far left Sample Image Application Card display 3 Click the Card for the application Card to appear 4 Click the full size Card to launch the application Card Case The Card Case feature allows you to choose which cards appear in the Application Card display see Using the Application Cards on page 193 To use the Card Case 1 Click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities and then Settings for Flash Cards C Diagnostics TOSHIBA Assist Button Support HW Setup Bluetooth ooming Utility 00000090 O Sample Image Enabling and Disabling Application Cards 2 Click the Open cards case button 1 Q 4 Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 3 The Card Case displays two rows of Cards Cards that appear solid not transparent in the bottom row are enabled and can be selected when the Application Cards are displayed The top row contains all of the disabled cards 4 To enable a card drag it from the top row to the bottom row To disable the card drag it from the bottom row to the top row 5 To close the Card Case click the the screen 9 icon in the top corner of Hot key functions Hot key functions are performed
14. 57 58 microphone using 137 modem connecting to telephone line 136 problem solving 178 monitor connecting 80 monitor problems monitor not working 172 monitoring battery power 118 mouse installing 82 mouse utility 155 moving the computer 95 network accessing 135 Connect to the Internet 135 connecting your computer 135 networking wireless 134 notification area 134 0 ON OFF indicator light 119 online resources Toshiba 113 optical disc Auto Run feature 111 caring for 113 handling 110 inserting 109 playing optical media 111 positioning 110 recording optical media 111 removing with computer off 112 removing with computer on 112 optical disc drive caring for optical discs 113 components 109 drive in use indicator light 109 eject button 109 handling an optical disc 110 inserting an optical disc 109 manual eject hole 109 playing an audio CD 111 playing optical media 111 problems 174 recording optical media 111 removing a disc 112 troubleshooting 174 using 107 109 optical media recording 111 optional external devices adding 50 optional secondary battery 116 other documentation 40 P password deleting a supervisor 151 deleting a user 152 instant password 149 instant using 149 Index 226 power on password 149 setting 149 setting a supervisor 150 setting auser 151 supervisor password 149 user password 149 port HDMI 79 RGB 79 power computer will not start 163 connecting cable to AC adaptor 46
15. 6 Click OK to save the plan changes you have performed By default the two power plans eco and Balanced are satisfactory for most people and do not need to be edited The eco plan is the best used for maximum battery time The Balanced plan is a compromise between battery time and performance Using a hot key to set the Power Plan You may use a hot key to set the Power Plan To set the Power Plan 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the Power Plan hot key card F2 Power Plan J Balanced Sample Image Power Plan hot key card 2 While continuing to press Fn press F2 until you select the desired Power Plan The Power Plan options are eco and Balanced 3 Release the Fn key The hot key card disappears You are now in the selected mode 1 2 4 Mobile Computing Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan This computer is equipped with the Toshiba eco power plan Operating the computer with this power plan enabled reduces electrical power consumption by slightly lowering system performance For example when this power plan is enabled the brightness of the display is reduced and the interval before Sleep mode takes effect is shortened To enable or disable the eco power plan see Power Plans on page 122 The Toshiba eco Utility monitors your power savings from using the eco power plan by tracking real time power consumption and accumulated savings over tim
16. Always use the battery pack supplied as an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User s Manual Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities Use of non conforming battery packs could generate smoke or cause fire or rupture possibly resulting in Serious injury 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 regulations it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash 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 If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere call Toshiba at 800 457 7777 In addition Toshiba s recycling initiatives include recycling programs events and consumer promotions For details please visit www laptops toshiba com green 1 30 Mobile Computing Traveling tips Toshiba is dedicated to preserving the environment by sponsoring Call2Recycle a program of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation For more information and for drop off locations visit www trbrc org or call 1 800 822 8837 Notice regarding CR coin cell batteries applicable to California U S A only Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See http www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Traveling tips
17. Ceo bo ee j On battery a Phagged an hen the dap F as Be Tom cH thar dapin S ranean Potthe computer to deep 5 prieuten Adast plan Gnghinece o J Fupuge acount ed pwer etang Saciore delast umng tor thes pier Sample Image Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode Under Put the computer to sleep select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode select Never Getting Started 93 Turning off the computer 4 Click Change advanced power settings The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears 5 Double click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure praem aea Z Select the power plan that you want to customize and B then choose settings that reflect how you want your computer to manage power Sleep USB settings Lid close action Power button action PCI Express Processor power management Display Multimedia settings Battery Beas H Ca EE Sample Image Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 6 Select Sleep for the options you want NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power Lid close action Set this option to Sleep if you wa
18. DC IN or AC power light indicator does not glow power is not being supplied Check the connections for the AC adaptor and power cord cable Charge the battery pack until the battery light glows white If you have extra battery packs rotate their use If you will not be using the system for an extended period more than one month remove the battery pack 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 Mobile Computing 1 29 Disposing of used batteries Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack depends on usage When the battery pack needs replacing the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged A WARNING Never attempt to dispose of a battery pack by burning or by throwing it into a fire and never allow exposure to a heating apparatus e g microwave oven Heat can cause a battery pack to explode and or release caustic liquid both which may possibly Cause Serious injury Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations Put insulating tape such as cellophane tape on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible short circuit fire or electric shock Failure to do so could possibly result in serious injury A WARNING
19. DS This equipment uses DS SS modulation OF This equipment uses OFDM modulation 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m 4 E GS E This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems 13 The indication shown below appears on this equipment 1 2 3 2 4FH1 CIT 4 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHz FH This equipment uses FH SS modulation The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m A U N This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz 3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Friday 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 15 1048 Direct Dial 03 3457 4850 Fax 03 3457 4868 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan The name of the radio equipment refer to the equipment label provided on the computer Approved by both the JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT and the TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER The following restrictions apply Do not disassemble or modify the device Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device 5 17
20. Devices and Printers click Mouse or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist The Mouse Properties screen appears The settings you can change are divided into these categories Buttons Pointers Pointer Options Hardware You may see additional categories depending on your particular pointing device 2 Adjust the settings as desired then click OK 156 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows operating system To access it Click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities and then HW Setup or click the TOSHIBA Hardware Settings icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA HWSetup screen appears Z TOSHIBA i l TOSHIBA USB LAN SATA General Password Display Boot Priorty Keyboard TOSHIBA HW Setup program allows you to configure your computer BIOS Version 0 11c 2 9 2010 Setup i EC Version 0 21 i Default OK Cancel ee Sample Image TOSHIBA HWSetup screen General tab options The TOSHIBA HWSetup screen may have the following tabs Boot Priority Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button to power on the computer then quickly pressing the F12 key Select
21. Goes Wrong Memory problems 1 69 Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be hardware or even software related It is worthwhile checking for these first 1 Click Start and then click the Shut down button in the lower right corner of the Start menu The computer shuts down completely 2 Remove the memory module following the instructions in Removing a memory module on page 57 3 Reinstall the memory module following the instructions in Installing a memory module on page 51 and making sure the module is seated properly 4 Check for the error again 5 If the error recurs remove the memory module entirely and check for the error again If removing the memory module eliminates the error the memory module may be faulty If the error recurs without the memory module installed the error is not caused by the memory module TECHNICAL NOTE You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work NOTE For this model Slot A is the bottom slot Slot B is the top slot If only one memory module is to be installed it must be installed in Slot A Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adaptor and power cord cable or from the system batteries battery optional secondary battery and real time clock RTC battery Power problems are interrelated For example a faulty AC adaptor or power cord c
22. HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF 20 Trademarks Satellite and eco Utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc and or Toshiba Corporation Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and or other countries Atheros is a registered trademark of Atheros Communications Inc Blu ray Disc is a trademark of the BD Association Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners HDMI the HDMI Logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC Intel Intel Core Celeron Centrino and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation Microsoft Outlook Windows and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries MultiMediaCard and MMC are registered trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics Inc Wi Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi F
23. How the computer is configured How much you use the internal storage drive optical disc drive or other optional devices gt Sd Where you are working since operating time decreases at low temperatures There are various ways in which you can conserve power and extend the operating time of your battery Enable Sleep or Hibernation which saves power when you turn off the computer and turn it back on again Use the Windows power saving option plans 1 29 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power These power saving options control the way in which the computer is configured By using them you can increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery Microsoft has combined these options into preset Power Plans Using one of these power plans lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system performance You may also set individual power saving options to suit your own needs The following sections describe how to choose a Power Plan and discuss each power saving option Power Plans You can choose a predefined Power Plan or select your own combination of power options To do this 1 Click Start Control Panel System and Security and then Power Options The Windows Power Options window appears e gt Control Panel p Hardware and Saund Power Options p E Srann Come Ps Control P Home lt mer Select a power plan
24. Inserting a charged battery ccce 126 Taking care of your battery cee eeeeeseeeee 127 Safety precautions eeeeen 127 Maintaining your battery ccecce 128 Contents 33 Disposing of used batteries nnnc 129 ANY CNN OWNS ccetscc etal decectsaetcecttnesdantetansaneestbecameentenes 130 Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer s Features 131 Exploring the desktop ccce 131 Finding your way around the desktop 132 setting up for CommuNICcatiONS ee 134 Connecting your computer to a network 135 Connecting a modem to a telephone line 136 Exploring audio features ecse 137 Recording SOuUndS en 137 Using external speakers or headphones 138 Using the Web Camera ccecce 139 Using the Memory card reader 139 Inserting memory media 140 Removing memory media 140 Using the eSATA USB combo pott 141 Chapter 5 Utilities ooo ccssescescesessssessstsessesstesneenees 142 TOSHIBA AssiSt cde cacao ts esceatscotceseescccantaececest aces 143 GOING Gra tesecesueasecerscacacacsenctisesectesacsadsocauesseees 144 S161 ee SE 145 Protect amp FIX 146 CONAN eere acta detenertstenes 147 TOSHIBA Application Installer eee 148 Setting passwords eeen 149 Using an instant password 149 Using a supervisor password 150 USING a user password seeen 151 Deleting a user paSSWord cccccceccees 152 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 153 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
25. Media Player Adobe Acrobat Reader Icons on the desktop To access the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 1 Click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities and then Zooming Utility The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen appears 9 Settings Select one of following settings to zoom application windows in and out All Programs Custom Select applications to zoom in and out J Microsoft R Internet Explorer J Microsoft R Office Adobe R Reader F J Windows Media TM Player Icons on the desktop The supported applications Word Excel PowerPoint A Qutlook RJ Publisher Picture Manager OneNote TM Sample Image TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen 2 Select the desired option s 3 Click OK The zoom in and zoom out hot keys will now work with the applications you selected To zoom in hold down the Fn key and press 2 to zoom out hold down the Fn key and press 1 Utilities TOSHIBA Accessibility 1 09 TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn key to create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two keys simultaneously as is usually required Using Accessibility lets you make the Fn key a sticky key meaning you can press it once release it and then press a function key to activate the hot key function TOSHIBA Accessibility i Setting for Fn StickyKey TOSHIB
26. Storage Drive Recovering to out of box state recommended recovery method CAUTION Recovering an internal storage drive to its out of box state deletes all partitions on the drive and all information stored in those partitions Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery For more information see Backing up your work on page 106 NOTE During the recovery process it is strongly recommended that your computer be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor You can recover the original factory image returning the computer to its out of box state using the utilities stored on your computer s internal storage drive or using recovery DVDs media if you have created such media To recover using the first method follow the procedure below To recover using the second method see Restoring from recovery DVDs media on page 71 To recover the original factory image using the utilities on your computer s internal storage drive 1 Make sure the computer is turned off 2 Press and hold the 0 zero key on your keyboard while powering on the computer 3 If your system offers a choice of Windows 7 32 bit or 64 bit operating system select one at this time If not skip to step 4 4 A warning screen appears stating that when the recovery is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten Click Yes to continue 62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Dr
27. The environmental precautions listed in Selecting a place to work on page 41 also apply while traveling Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or covered in dust Always travel with the computer in a carrying case Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals power cords and compact discs Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com TECHNICAL NOTE When traveling by air you may be required to pass your computer through airport security equipment The X ray equipment will not harm your computer NOTE Before using your computer aboard an aircraft make sure the Wireless antenna is OFF if your computer has wireless LAN capability NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication use the Hot Key Fn F8 For more information see Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards on page 190 Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computers Features In this chapter you will explore some of the special features of your computer Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows operating system You use its features to start programs find documents set up system components and perform most other computing tasks amp L HINT The illustrated examples in this guide may appear sl
28. Writer Flt Number of copies 1 _ Collate 12 22 3 3 Sample Image Print dialog box 1 06 Learning the Basics Backing up your work 3 Specify the print parameters For example the range of pages and number of copies to print 4 Click Print Backing up your work Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer You can back up your files to different types of media such as CDs DVDs external storage media or to a network if available To back up several files at one time use the Microsoft Windows Backup program preinstalled on the computer s internal storage drive Also see Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows operating system on page 184 HINT Backing up all the files on your internal storage drive may take ce a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs DVDs You may prefer to use a high capacity backup system such as an external hard drive Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your internal storage drive use the Restore option in the Windows Backup and Restore program Look in the online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files Centre Peal Hast a Back up or restore your files e Tum off echeduis G Crasha opem ariga p Baciup in piogia i Gy Croat a yem mper chee Tar kiug Let teers LY GE ires of LL GN Bretit
29. and time consuming restoration procedures and to safeguard your valuable data from loss Saving system configuration with restore points The System Restore feature of the Windows operating system quickly creates restore points snapshots of your Windows operating system configuration and saves them for later recall If you experience problems after installing some new hardware or software you can easily select a previously established Control Point to turn back the clock restoring the Windows operating system to the state it was in just prior to the installation This is much easier and more effective than uninstalling the hardware or software which often leaves behind unwanted files and settings It is also easy to undo a restore point selection if you change your mind Follow these steps to create a restore point using the System Restore utility 1 Click Start Control Panel System and Security and then System 5 lf Something Goes Wrong 1 83 Develop good computing habits In the left pane click System protection The System Protection tab of the System Properties window appears Click Create In the input field enter a name that is descriptive enough to be easily understood in the future such as Before installing Brand X Accounting app Then click Create The Windows operating system creates the restore point automatically stamps it with the current date and time and displays
30. are modified and can no longer cause interference The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery 20 Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions STN eaa This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT To use this model properly read the user s guide carefully and keep it for your future reference Never attempt to disassemble adjust or repair an optical disc drive You could damage the drive You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards resulting in serious injury Always contact an authorized laste Toshiba service provider if any repair or adjustment is required Location of the Required Label Sample shown below Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE MANUFACTURED TOSHIBA CORPORATION 1 1 1 SHIBAURA MINATO KU TOKYO 105 8001 JAPAN Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems Inc with all rights reserved Under the copyright laws this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the
31. battery pack is malfunctioning or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply Disconnect the AC power cord cable and remove the battery pack see Changing the main battery on page 124 for information on replacing the main battery Mobile Computing 1 1 9 Monitoring main battery power HINT Be careful not to confuse the battery light 3 the ON OFF cH light 5 and the power button light near the upper left corner of ZF the keyboard When the ON OFF light or power button light flashes amber it indicates that the system is suspended using the Windows operating system Sleep command system indicator lights a ar AC power light __ ON OFF mii Battery l Internal storage drive light Wireless indicator light Memory card reader light Available on certain models Sample Illustration Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait a few moments after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power The computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and perform its calculations cE Move the pointer over the power icon in the notification area see Finding your way around the desktop on page 132 for more information on the notification area A pop up message displays the remaining battery power as a percentage With repeated discharges and recharges
32. bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the screen will deteriorate This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology When the computer is operated on battery power the screen will dim and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Turning on the power To turn on the computer 1 Make sure any external devices such as the AC adaptor if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power are properly connected and ready Check to ensure that all drives and slots are empty Press the power button in until the ON OFF light on the system indicator panel glows white about one second a CI CI Sample Illustration Turning on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically CAUTION When you turn on the computer for the first time do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely Setting up your software CAUTION When you turn on the computer for the first time do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely NOTE The names of windows displayed and the order in which windows appear may vary according to your software setup choice
33. care of your computer s battery see Taking care of your battery on page 127 NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface Cleaning the computer CAUTION Keep liquids including cleaning fluid out of the computer s keyboard speaker and other openings Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer and or display Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer To keep your computer clean gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth Getting Started O5 Caring for your computer Moving the computer Before moving your computer even across the room make sure all drive activity has ended the internal storage drive and optical disc drive indicator lights stop glowing and all external peripheral cables are disconnected CAUTION Do Not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back Doing so could damage the system Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable For more information on purchasing a cable lock visit accessories toshiba com Sample Illustration Computer lock cable To secure the computer 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object Pass the lo
34. combo port Your computer includes an eSATA USB combo port which can be used with both eSATA external Serial Advanced Technology Attachment devices and USB devices The eSATA interface supports fast data transfer rates which is especially useful for transferring and storing large files such as digital photo music or video files Like the USB interface the eSATA interface supports hot swapping connecting and disconnecting devices while the computer is on eSATA devices require an external power source Chapter 5 Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs Together these allow you to ascertain certain system details set additional options or change default options These utilities are described in this chapter NOTE The utilities described in this chapter and the icons shown in the Sample images are applicable only if the related utility is available on your system TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Application Installer Supervisor password User password TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility Mouse Utility TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA Accessibility 142 Utiliti rosmmaiwin 149 TOSHIBA eco Utility TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist provides quick access to computer functions a
35. cord cable 46 cord cable connectors 205 energy saving features 114 problem solving 169 turning on 49 power button 49 power management 116 optimum performance 116 power plans selecting power plan options 122 using a hot key 123 power saving options 121 powering down using Hibernate 89 using Sleep 92 precautions safety 42 printer connecting 82 problem solving 177 178 setting up 83 USB compatible 82 printing a file 105 problem solving AC power 169 battery charge does not last 170 battery not charging 170 changing display properties 172 checking device properties 168 computer will not power up 163 contacting Toshiba 186 187 corrupted damaged data files 174 Device Manager 168 disk drive is slow 174 display is blank 171 external display not working 173 external monitor 172 faulty memory 169 high pitched noise 177 Internet bookmarked site not found 167 Internet connection is slow 167 keyboard not responding 163 keyboard produces unexpected characters 171 missing files trouble accessing a drive 173 modem not receiving or transmitting 178 no sound 177 power and batteries 169 printer 177 178 program not responding 162 program not working properly 174 screen does not look correct flickers 172 Startup options 166 URL address not found 167 warning resume failure 164 Windows operating system not working 165 program starting 101 program starting from Start menu 101 programs not running correctly 174 projector con
36. d emission est installe a I exterieur il doit faire l objet d une licence CAUTION This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency range Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 GHz to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 GHz to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device NOTE The above caution applies to products that operate with an 802 11a radio device 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards Supplementary The product complies with the Information requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and or the R amp TTE Directive 1999 S EC This product is carrying the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives The party responsible for CE Marking is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 41460 Neuss Germany The European Union WEEE Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive Information The European Union WEEE Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through the responsible use of natural resources and the ado
37. d un b timent au dessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est n cessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m Pour une distance sup rieure 300m un enregistrement aupr s de l IBPT est requise Pour les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter l IBPT Deutschland License required for outdoor installations Check with reseller for procedure to follow Anmeldung im Outdoor Bereich notwendig aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig Bitte mit H ndler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen France Restricted frequency band only channels 1 to 7 2400 MHz and 2454 MHz respectively may be used outdoors in France Please contact A R T http www art telecom fr for applicable procedures to follow Bande de fr quence restreinte seuls les canaux 1 7 2400 et 2454 MHz respectivement doivent tre utilis s endroits ext rieur en France Vous pouvez contacter Autorit de R gulation des T l communications http www art telecom fr pour la proc dure a suivre allowed E necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l uso interno a Verificare con 1 rivenditori la procedura da seguire procedure to follow Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure 18 Europe Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries European Community 5150 5250 MHz 5250 5350 MHz 5470 5725 MHz Countries Channels 36 40 44
38. have connected an external display device you can choose to use the internal display only the external device only or both simultaneously NOTE Some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached and turned on The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key Fn F5 1 Press Fn and F5 simultaneously 2 While holding down Fn press F5 repeatedly until the setting you want takes effect Briefly pause each time you press the F5 key to allow time for the display to change This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order the last two options are available if an external monitor is connected Built in display only Built in display and external monitor simultaneously External monitor only Built in display and TV or other external video device TV or other external video device External monitor and TV Built in display and external monitor extended mode Built in display and TV extended mode External monitor and TV extended mode Swap Switch primary display between internal display and external monitor when using extended desktop F5 Output B O LCD HDMI OG OOGQeSSe LCD HDMI Sample Image Display options window 82 Getting Started Using an external keyboard 3 Release the Fn key Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your television or other
39. indicates a power mismatch Do the following 1 Check the OUTPUT specifications on the AC adaptor for example DC 19V 3 95A 2 Check the INPUT specifications on the bottom of the computer The output specifications of the AC adaptor must match the input specifications of the computer 3 If the specifications do not match locate and use the AC adaptor that shipped with your computer If the specifications do match contact Toshiba See Contacting Toshiba on page 186 The Windows operating system is not working Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly For example The operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears The operating system takes a long time to start 1 66 lf Something Goes Wrong The Windows operating system is not workin p 8 SY 8 The operating system responds differently from the normal routine The screen does not look right Unless a hardware device has failed problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device If you experience any of these problems use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly you may have to change your system s configuration o
40. information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations please visit www toshiba co jp index htm Appendix A Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards Hot keys and TOSHIBA Cards provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications There are two types of TOSHIBA Cards Hot Key Cards and Application Cards Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are used to set or modify the following system functions Mute Lock Instant security Power Plan Sleep Hibernation Output Display switch Brightness control Wireless TouchPad Zoom Display resolution 190 Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards 1 01 Hot Key Cards Using the Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are normally hidden from view The Cards appear when you press the Fn key NOTE Hot keys are keys that when pressed in combination with the Fn key turn system functions on and off Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls To use the Hot Key Cards 1 Press and hold the Fn key The TOSHIBA Cards appear along the top of the screen ead e d oed e deol e mma by Gamb a iia p oot Image Hot Key Card display 2 Select the desired option The selected Card is displayed full size with its available options below it All other Cards are again hidden from view To use a Hot Key Card using a hot key 1 Press and hold the Fn key 2 Press the hot key associated with the desir
41. information see Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards on page 190 NOTE When the Wireless antenna is ON the wireless indicator light amp will be lit For help with common Wi Fi networking problems see Wireless networking problems on page 178 Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one of its communication ports Accessing a network To access a network At the office connect an Ethernet cable to the Network port RJ45 on your computer For specific information about connecting to the network consult your network administrator Many hotels airports and offices offer Wi Fi access If your computer has Wi Fi ask them for help when connecting to their Wi Fi network While you are at home or traveling you need a dial up connection Ask your network administrator for the telephone number of the network Setting up the connection To set up an office connection consult your network administrator for network settings and additional considerations To set up a dial up connection use the Connect to the Internet wizard 1 Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet and then under Internet Options click Connect to the Internet 2 Click Dial up 1 36 Exploring Your Computer s Features Setting up for communications 3 Enter the phone number and account information of your Internet connection
42. may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer WARNING 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 s Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object s Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source such as an electric blanket or heater s Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer lt Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire possibly resulting in Serious injury Read the Provide adequate ventilation section in the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort that is shipped with your computer NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer Setting up your computer Va TECHNICAL NOTE You must complete all setup steps up to and including Setting up your software on page 49 before adding external or internal components to your computer These components include but are not limited to a mouse keyboard p
43. means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call In most but not all areas the sum of RENs should not exceed five 5 0 To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line as determined by the total RENs contact the local telephone company For products approved after July 23 2001 the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US AAAEQHFTXXXX The digits represented by the are the REN without a decimal point e g 03 is a REN of 0 3 For earlier products the REN is separately shown on the label D Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs Contact the state public utility commission public service commission or corporation commission for information Telephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can In order to do this 1t may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment operations or procedures If these changes
44. modem to a key telephone system for residences or offices Connection to any communication line other than an analog phone line could cause a computer system failure Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using the computer s internal microphone available on certain models or an optional external microphone You can listen to sound files or audio CDs using the built in speakers headphones or external speakers Recording sounds You may record sounds using the computer s internal microphone available on certain models or by connecting an optional external microphone Using a microphone 1 If you want to use an external microphone connect it to the computer 1 3 8 Exploring Your Computer s Features Exploring audio features 2 Click Start All Programs Accessories and then Sound Recorder Sound Recorder e Start Recording 0 00 00 Start Recording Stop Recording button Sample Image Sound Recorder screen 3 Click the Start Recording button 4 Speak normally into the microphone 5 When you have finished recording click the Stop Recording button The Save As dialog box appears 6 To save the file type a file name and then click Save Using external speakers or headphones Your computer 1s equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers Instea
45. of high definition video HD BIOS Basic Input Output System Basic instructions stored in read only memory ROM containing the information the computer needs to check hardware and load the operating system when you start up the computer bits per second bps A way of measuring the speed at which information is passed between two devices This is the basic unit of measure used in modem communications and is similar but not identical to the baud rate See also baud rate boot To start the computer The term boot originates from bootstrap program as in pulling itself up by its bootstraps a program that loads and initializes the operating system See also reboot boot disk See system disk boot priority startup sequence The order in which the computer accesses its internal storage drives to locate the startup files Under the default startup sequence the computer looks for the startup files in the external media before checking the internal storage drive bus An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit CPU with other parts of the computer such as the video adapter disk drives and ports It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another See also bus speed frontside bus bus speed The speed at which the central processing unit CPU communicates with the other parts of the computer 21 0 Glossary C cache A section of very fast memory
46. optical disc drive writers scanners etc and software applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser o Create a restore point refer to Saving system configuration with restore points on page 182 Before installing anything use the System Restore utility to set a restore point see the section titled restore points If anything goes wrong you will lf Something Goes Wrong 1 85 Develop good computing habits then be able to easily restore the Windows operating system to the state it was in prior to the installation undoing any changes that the installation process introduced Back up your critical data see Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows operating system on page 184 Have your back up DVD s on hand in case you need any files from them Do not guess follow directions carefully It is often necessary to run an installation utility first before connecting a new hardware item to the computer If the device is connected first it may be very difficult to complete the installation successfully Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software Restart the Windows operating system Always restart the Windows operating system after each installation even if the installation utility does not prompt you to do so This will ensure that the installatio
47. organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment CAUTION Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the B uetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized 20 Regulatory statements This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country region where the product is sold In addition the product complies with the following European Union EU and EFTA This equipment complies with the R amp TTE directive 1999 5 EC and has been provided with the CE mark accordingly Canada Industry Canada IC This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Taiwan Unless approved for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery any company trader or user shall not change the frequency increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect aviation safety and interfere with legal communications In the event interference is caused the use of such electric machinery shall be immediately discontinued Operation of such products can be resumed only when they
48. registered press any key The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working lf Something Goes Wrong Display problems If you are using the built in screen make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor To do this press Fn and F5 simultaneously once If this does not correct the problem press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its previous setting HINT Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you through the display options If you are using an external monitor Check that the monitor is turned on Check that the monitor s power cord cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built in screen The screen does not look correct You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button then clicking Personalize This opens the Personalization window Choose a theme for your desktop background under Colors Sounds and Screen Saver or change the settings for each of these components individually Click Display and then Change display settings to choose the screen resolution For more information see t
49. screen appears while watching a DVD ROM or BD ROM movie or title Change the setting for when to turn off the display using the following steps 1 Click Start Control Panel System and Security and then Power Options Click Choose when to turn off the display in the left pane To turn off the display select Never in the drop down lists Click Save changes The screen saver runs while you are watching a movie or title If the screen saver is enabled it runs on top of any movie or title you are watching To disable the screen saver 1 Right click on the desktop and click Personalize in the menu 2 Click Screen Saver in the lower right corner of the window 3 Select None from the Screen saver drop down list 4 Click OK Develop good computing habits Save your work frequently You can never predict when your computer will lock forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes Many software programs build in an automatic backup but you should not rely solely on this feature Save your work See Computing tips on page 96 for instructions On a regular basis back up the information stored on your internal storage drive Use Windows to back up files or the entire computer to an optical disc or external hard disk Here are some ways you can do this Use the Windows operating system to back up files or your entire computer to an optical disc or external hard disk Copy files to a rewritable exter
50. signal is automatically sent with the video signal If you want to change the destination of the audio signal use the Sound properties in the Control Panel rae Playback Recording Sounds Communications Select a playback device below to modify its settings HDMI Output Conexant Audio Driver For AMD HDMI Codec Default Device Speakers Conexant CX20587 SmartAudio HD Default Communications evice Sample Image Sound properties window If you want to use the internal speakers click on the Speakers tab and click Set Default Use the arrow keys on your keyboard to navigate within the Blu ray Disc player console NOTE Use of the touchpad or a mouse is not supported within the Blu ray Disc player Learning the Basics 1 09 Using the optical disc drive Optical disc drive components The optical disc drive is located on the side of the computer Your optical disc drive may look like this DVD a O Drive in use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole Sample Illustration Optical disc drive elise Drive in use indicator light Indicates when the drive is in use Eject button Press to release the disc tray CAUTION Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive in use indicator light is glowing Doing so could damage the disc or the drive When the disc tray is open be ca
51. temporary interruption of operation of this device The Access Point s radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device s are properly configured for European Community operation 19 Approved Countries Regions for the Realtek RTL8192E This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table CAUTION Donotuse this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Albania Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Bangladesh Belgium Bolivia Bosnia Brazil Bulgaria Cambodia Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Estonia Finland France Germany Ghana Greece Herzegovina Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Israel Italy Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macedonia Malaysia Malta Mexico Monaco Morocco Mozambique Netherlands New Zealand Nicaragua Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Romania Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia South Af
52. 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 y 3 The standard connecting arrangement telephone jack type for this equipment is jack type s USOC RJ1 1C Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS radio technology and is compliant to The IEEE 802 11 Standard on Wireless LANs Revision A B G as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers The Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi certification as defined by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance gt Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use B uetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection If you should experience any such problem immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site htto www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or ocsuppo
53. the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes the battery may have reached the end of its useful life Try replacing it The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does If you frequently repeat shallow charge and discharge the battery meter may become inaccurate Let the battery discharge completely then try charging it again Check the power options via your Power Plans see Power Plans on page 122 Have you added a device such as a memory module that takes its power from the battery Is your software using the internal storage drive more Is the display power set to turn off automatically Was the battery fully charged to begin with All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts 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 your accessories information included with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com Refer to this site often to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information For more information on maintaining battery power see Charging batteries on page 116 lf Something Goes Wrong 1 11 Keyboard problems Keyboard problems NOTE L650 series keyboard To capture a print screen of the entire screen press the Fn PRTSC key
54. the boot device by pressing the arrow keys then pressing the Enter key Boot Speed Reduces the time needed for the BIOS to initialize using either the Fast or Normal settings NOTE Since the system is a quick booting system you must press the keys immediately after pressing the power button NOTE Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 1 o Display Allows you to change various default settings for the built in display When the computer restarts it remembers the last configuration If data does not appear on the display you are using after starting in Sleep mode press Fn F5 For more information see Directing the display output when you turn on the computer on page 81 General Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values Keyboard Allows you to access the wake on keyboard function LAN Allows you to set networking functions Password Allows you to set a user password SATA Allows you to set conditions for the eSATA port USB Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation 1 D 8 Utilities TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you to select which applications will work with the zoom in out hot keys see Zoom Display resolution on page 203 You may select all applications or any subset of the following Microsoft Internet Explorer Microsoft Office Windows
55. the process of sending email taking pictures or recording video messages may vary The Web Camera software by default should already be running The Web Camera indicator light glows when the Web Camera is active For more information on the software click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities and then Web Camera Application Help Using the Memory card reader Available on certain models The Memory card reader supports the use of Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo Secure Digital SD or MMC MultiMediaCard media These media can be used with a variety of digital products digital music players cellular phones PDAs digital cameras digital video camcorders etc To use a micro or mini SD card an SD adapter is required CAUTION 0 avoid damaging your card or computer never insert a Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick Pro Duo card without an adapter into the Memory card reader Compatibility is not guaranteed even with an adapter See your system s Detailed Specifications for a compatibility list The Memory card reader may also support other types of media 1 40 Exploring Your Computer s Features Using the Memory card reader NOTE Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media To copy data from one media to another use the drag and drop feature of the Windows operating system Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to a
56. time compatibility The extent to which computers programs or devices can work together harmoniously using the same commands formats or language as another configuration 1 The collection of components that make up a single computer system 2 How parts of the system are set up that is configured controller A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa For example disk drives monitors keyboards and printers all require controllers CPU See Central Processing Unit CPU Glossary 21 1 CPU cache A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs See also cache L1 cache L2 cache cursor An on screen symbol usually a flashing vertical line that indicates the position where characters will appear when you enter data default The setting selected by a program when the user does not specify an alternative setting device A component attached to the computer Devices may be external outside the computer s case or internal inside the computer s case Printers disk drives and modems are examples of devices device driver A program called a driver that permits a computer to communicate with a device dialog box An on screen window displayed by the operating system or a
57. to continue TOSHIBA Recovery Wizard TOSHIBA Sample Image Warning screen Getting Started 65 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next Selecting a process gt Please select an option amp Recovery of Factory Defaut Sofwana Recover to oul ol box state Erase ihe hard disk Delete all ihe data and partitions from your hand drive moe cance Sample Image Selecting a Process screen 6 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears Select Recover to a custom size partition TOSHIBA Roeoowory Winrar Recovery of Factory Default Soltware gt Please select a recovery meihod D Recover lo oul of boor slabs Recover without changing the hard drive partitions D Fisoower to a custom sine partition wea lt a Sample Image Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Use the on screen arrow buttons in The size of drive C field to set the partition size 66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery process Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding see Backing up your work on page 106 9 Click Next to begin the recovery When the process is complete a message disp
58. using either the Hot Key Cards or by pressing the associated hot key This section lists the available hot key functions NOTE Hot keys are keys that when pressed in combination with the Fn key turn system functions on and off Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls Volume Mute This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables disables volume mute on your computer When volume mute is enabled no sound will come from the speakers or headphones 0 i i Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options Fn ESC D d ESC Mute A A Mute Off O Sample Image Volume Mute options To enable mute select Q To disable mute select Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 1 95 Lock Instant security This TOSHIBA Card or hot key blanks the display Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options Sample Image Security options To enable lock select To cancel select The Fn F1 hot key function activates instant security The user logon screen will appear and a user with a valid account will need to log back on to gain access to the computer 1 96 Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Power plan This TOSHIBA Card or hot key displays the power plans and cycles through the power plans The properties of each power plan and the power plans that are displayed by thi
59. you will quickly and automatically return to where you left off Getting Started 85 Turning off the computer Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely but it first saves the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information system settings are retained indefinitely Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation While in Hibernation mode the computer uses no main battery power Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive no data is lost if the main battery discharges Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Shut down command Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep When starting up again the computer returns to the state in which you left it including all open programs and files you were using For information on how to use and configure Hibernation mode see Using and configuring Hibernation mode on page 89 Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power saving mode Sleep saves the current state of the computer to memory so that when you restart the computer you can continue working from where you left off NOTE After your computer sleeps for an ex
60. your original file If you cannot resolve the problem contact the printer s manufacturer 1 18 lf Something Goes Wrong Modem problems The printer will not print what you see on the screen Many programs display information on the screen differently from the way they print it See if your program has a print preview mode This mode lets you see your work exactly as it will print Contact the software manufacturer for more information Modem problems Available on certain models This section lists common modem problems The modem will not receive or transmit properly Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the computer s modem port and the telephone line jack Check the communications parameters baud rate parity data length and stop bits specified in the communications program It should be set up to transmit at 300 1200 2400 4800 9600 14400 28800 33600 bps bits per second or higher The modem is on set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data Make sure the line has a dial tone Connect a telephone handset to the line to check this The other system may be busy or off line Try making a test transmission to someone else For more information regarding your system s V 92 modem visit the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport toshiba com Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problem
61. 3 zooming in 204 zooming out 204 Hot Key Cards 190 Hot key functions 194 icon desktop 132 moving to desktop 132 recycle bin 132 safety 39 installation memory module 51 installing a charged battery 126 battery 124 memory modules 50 mouse 82 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 41 internal storage drive recovery 59 Internet bookmarked site not found 167 slow connection 167 URL address not found 167 J jack RJ 11 137 K keyboard Alt keys 99 character keys 98 Ctrl keys 99 emulate a full size 98 Fn key 99 function keys 99 hot keys 204 not working 163 overlay keys 100 special Windows keys 99 standard full size 98 troubleshooting 171 unexpected characters 171 using 97 keyboard external 82 keys L Ctrl Fn Alt 99 function keys 99 overlay for cursor control 101 overlay keys 100 overlay to type numeric data 100 LEDs lock system indicator lights 119 AC adaptor light 118 AC power light 45 46 battery light 46 47 cursor control overlay light 101 numeric overlay light 100 ON OFF light 49 89 91 94 Web Camera light 139 computer using 95 Index 225 maintaining your battery 128 manual eject hole optical disc drive 109 memory adding 50 check total memory 59 problem solving 169 removing memory module slot cover 53 Memory card reader inserting memory media 140 removing memory media 140 using 139 memory module installation 51 inserting into socket 54 removing
62. 4 Click Connect and let the program dial the number The computer connects to the Internet Connecting a modem to a telephone line Available on certain models Your computer may come with a built in modem that can be connected to a standard voice grade telephone line The modem allows you to amp Access the Internet Communicate with your office s local area network LAN or larger corporate wide area network WAN For specific information about connecting toa LAN or WAN consult your network administrator gt Send a fax directly from your computer Before you can communicate using the modem you need to connect it to a telephone line Your computer s built in modem port provides an RJ 11 jack allowing you to connect the modem to a standard voice grade telephone line 1 Plug one end of a telephone cable purchased separately into the modem port on the side of the computer Sample Illustration Connecting the telephone cable to the modem port Exploring Your Computer s Features 1 3 Exploring audio features 2 Connect the other end to the RJ 11 wall jack Sample Illustration Connecting to a wall jack NOTE Connect the built in modem only to ordinary analog phone lines Never connect the built in modem to a digital line ISDN Never connect the built in modem to the digital connector on a public telephone or to a digital private branch exchange PBX Never connect the built in
63. A Use Fn StickyKey if you want to create Fn key combinations by pressing one key at a time Use Fn StickyKey U Options Press the Fn key twice to lock P Make a sound when Fn key is pressed lv Automatic reset Un stick the Fn key if the keyboard is idle for l Make a sound when Fr StickyKey auto resets F Cancel Apply 4 Sample Image TOSHIBA Accessibility window To use TOSHIBA Accessibility 1 Click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities and then Accessibility or click the Accessibility icon in the Optimize id tab of TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Accessibility window appears Check the Use Fn StickyKey box Put a check mark next to the desired option Click OK Utiliti T 60 ORA eco Utility TOSHIBA eco Utility The TOSHIBA eco Utility monitors your power savings from using the eco power plan by tracking real time power consumption and accumulated savings over time To access the TOSHIBA eco Utility do one of the following Click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities and then TOSHIBA eco Utility Double click the TOSHIBA eco Utility icon in the notification area Right click the TOSHIBA eco Utility icon in the notification area and select Launch TOSHIBA eco Utility The TOSHIBA eco Utility window appears Pa rac l TOSHIBA epo Utility TEURGIA co Lis hepa onio he pomer oemphon i yu opui Tha en hoss fe ndei md ionn of he poser ELERA Fire me Sa
64. Backing up your work on page 106 NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it is strongly recommended that your computer be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor If you have created recovery DVDs media for your system you can restore your system from such media if necessary For example if your original internal storage drive fails you can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from your recovery DVDs media For instructions on creating recovery DVDs media see Creating recovery DVDs media on page 68 With recovery media you can o Recover to out of box state recommended recovery method Recover to a custom size partition Recover without changing the internal storage drive partitions For more information on these options see Recovering the Internal Storage Drive on page 59 NOTE When you restore your system only the operating system files applications and drivers originally shipped with the computer are restored Any files that you created are not restored during this process Be sure to Separately save the files you have created to external media using Windows Backup or another backup program For more information see Backing up your work on page 106 To recover your internal storage drive from recovery DVDs media 1 Shut down and turn off your computer 2 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Dri
65. Channels 52 56 60 Channels 100 104 108 112 48 64 116 120 124 128 132 136 140 Indoor o Indoor a e Austria oaa France Switzerland Liechtenstein Denmark Finland Germany Greece Ireland Italy Luxembourg Netherlands Norway Portugal Sweden UK mds O COTO O allowed x forbidden To remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for Wireless LAN operation the above 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz channel limitations apply The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current channel of operation If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies as listed above the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country This device must not be operated in ad hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in the European Community Ad hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and activated a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5 GHz bands This device will operate under the control of the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied by any radar system in the area The presence of nearby radar operation may result in
66. EL RERRCHATSEcCE AME LTWETA COREMIVUAPTLEV a VRIT ASNOL SSeS SHOT CEMHVET PNR a ARS II GED TIE LLY YU RUAELTR SL Modem Warning Notice Taiwan This information is only applicable if your computer has a modem 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 Unless approved for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery any company trader or user shall not change the frequency increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect aviation safety and interfere with legal communications In the event interference is caused the use of such electric machinery shall be immediately discontinued Operation of such products can be resumed only when they are modified and can no longer cause interference The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulation
67. F YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION YOU AND NOT TOSHIBA ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE 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 uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it 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 receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help NOTE Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in inter
68. GHz to 5 23 GHz for indoor use only 14 Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices NOTE The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer Not all devices are available on all models Approved Countries Regions for the Intel Wireless Wi Fi Link 5100 5300 Series This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table CAUTION Do notuse this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Andorra Argentina CNC Australia 533AN_HMW CNC C 6367 533AN_MMW CNC C 6366 512AN_HMW CNC C 6373 512AN_MMW CNC C 6374 Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Belgium Bermuda Bosnia Brazil Bulgaria Caicos Islands Cambodia Canada Cayman Islands Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Curacao Netherlands Antilles Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador El Salvador Egypt Estonia Falkland Islands Finland France French Guinea French Polynesia Germany Ghana Gibraltar Greece Guadeloupe Guam Guatemala Herzegovina Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Israel Italy Japan Jordan Kenya Kuwait Latvia Lebanon Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxemburg 15 Malawi Malaysia Malta Martinique Mayotte Mexico Monaco Montenegro Montserrat Morocco Nether
69. Greece Guatemala Herzegovina Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Iraq Ireland Italy Jamaica Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macedonia Malaysia Malta Mexico Monaco Montenegro Mozambique Nambia Nepal Netherlands New Zealand Nicaragua Nigeria Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Romania Russia Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey UAE United Arab Emirates 1 Ukraine United Kingdom Uruguay USA Venezuela Vietnam Yemen Zimbabwe Europe Restrictions for use of 2 4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT BIPT is required Registration to IBPT BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m For registration and license please contact IBPT BIPT Voor priv gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT IBPT nodig voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT IBPT nodig Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT Dans le cas d une utilisation priv e l ext rieur
70. Illustration Aligning the memory module with the socket 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot s socket at approximately a 30 degree angle to the horizontal surface of the computer Sample Illustration Inserting the memory module into the socket Getting Started DH Adding memory optional 13 Once the module s connector is fully inserted into the socket press downward on the top edge of the module to seat the module into the latches at the sides of the socket These latches should snap into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in the side of the module If the latches and cutouts do not line up correctly repeat steps 12 13 Sample Illustration Pressing down on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in place Back of computer Slot B Slot A Sample Illustration Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model Slot A is the bottom slot Slot B is the top slot If only one memory module is to be installed it must be installed in Slot A 56 Getting Started Adding memory optional 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the SCrewsS 15 Re insert the main battery For more information on inserting the main battery see Inserting a charged battery on page 126 16 Turn the computer right side up Make sure to
71. L address I typed in Make sure you separated the domain names of the address with the forward slash Check the spelling of each name and the syntax of the address carefully A single incorrect letter or missed character will make it impossible for your browser to locate the site My browser cannot find a site I bookmarked The World Wide Web is constantly changing A site you bookmarked yesterday may not be available today or its server may be down for temporary repair Try again later The Windows operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly but you still have a problem using your computer the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem To access the Windows operating system Help and Support 1 Click Start then click Help and Support or press F1 The Help and Support window appears 2 Then do one or both of the following In the Search programs and files field type in the topic for which you need help and follow the on screen instructions Click one of the options listed in the window and then follow the on screen instructions You can connect to Support Online by clicking the Ask button and then clicking Microsoft Customer Support or by going to Toshiba support at pcsupport toshiba com 1 68 lf Something Goes Wrong Fixing a problem with Device Manager Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuratio
72. L640 series L650 series Sample Illustration Locking the battery release lock 4 Turn the computer right side up Mobile Computing 1 2 Taking care of your battery 5 6 Reconnect any cables that were removed in step 3 of Removing the battery from the computer on page 124 Restart the computer Taking care of your battery The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life Safety precautions hS Q If the battery pack produces an odor overheats or changes color or shape while it is being used or charged turn off the computer s power immediately and disconnect the power cord cable from the power socket Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer Do not try to disassemble a battery pack Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery Overcharging will shorten its life and reverse charging could damage it Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object Short circuiting the battery can cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery or the computer Do not incinerate a spent battery as this could cause it to explode and release caustic liquid If a battery is leaking or damaged replace it immediately Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery To replace the main battery use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com A re
73. Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray Learning the Basics 1 1 1 Using the optical disc drive CAUTION i you insert the disc incorrectly it may jam the drive If this happens contact Toshiba support for assistance 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place You are ready to use the disc Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray If the computer is turned on the default player opens To play the CD or to pause click the Play pause button To stop the CD click the Stop button Before putting on headphones to listen turn the volume down Do not set the volume too high when using headphones Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing Playing optical media If you insert an optical disc into the optical disc drive and the Auto Run feature does not automatically start your disc try launching the optical disc manually To do this follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Computer 2 Double click the optical disc drive icon The drive will run the optical disc If your disc does not run using this method try using an application that is associated with the media on the disc For example if it is a music CD open Windows Media Player and use it to select and then play the CD For other types of media use the associated software to open the files on the disc Record
74. OF ANY BUSINESS PROFITS PROGRAMS DATA NETWORK SYSTEMS OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF Protection of Stored Data For your important data please make periodic back up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures alteration or loss of the data IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is not designed for any critical applications Critical applications means life support systems medical applications connections to implanted medical devices commercial transportation nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage ACCORDINGLY TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS I
75. Protect amp Fix The feature available in this category 1s TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility TOSHIBA Assist You can easily access Help and Service Contents CONNECT E SECURE PC Diagnostic A PROTECT amp FIX OPTIMIZE You can protect your computer and easily fix it Web site Help Close Sample Image TOSHIBA Assist window Protect amp Fix tab Utiliti TOSHIBA dasa 4 Optimize The features available in this category are Mouse Utility TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Hardware Settings TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility Seo a N ar ve gt O TOSHTEA Assist You can easily access Help and Service Category Contents Fd CONNECT gt 4 i PE a a SECURE at A PROTECT amp FIX OPTIMIZE Sample Image TOSHIBA Assist window Optimize tab Utilities TOSHIBA Application Installer TOSHIBA Application Installer The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer To reinstall drivers and applications 1 Click Start All Programs My Toshiba and then TOSHIBA Application Installer 2 Click Next lostuba Application and Driver Irestalker TOSHIBA 2 yusmayeirsial divers and ea ni hz ore dower that uniratoed menial softeure that enol apecaing ceoncthy a add poffeare tha
76. Pty Limited Toshiba Canada Ltd 84 92 Talavera Road 191 McNabb Street North Ryde NSW 2113 Markham Ontario Sydney L3R 8H2 Australia Canada France Germany Toshiba Syst mes France S A Toshiba Europe GmbH 7 Rue Ampere B P 131 Leibnizstrabe 2 92800 Puteaux C dex D 93055 Regensburg France Germany Italy Japan Centro Direzionale Colleoni Toshiba Corporation PCO IO Palazzo Perseo 1 1 Shibaura 1 Chome Via Paracelso 10 Minato Ku Tokyo 105 8001 20041 Agrate Brianza Japan Milano Italy Latin America and Caribbean Mexico Toshiba America Information Toshiba de M xico S A de C V Systems Sierra Candela No 111 6to Piso 9740 Irvine Blvd Col Lomas de Chapultepec Irvine California 92618 CP 11000 Mexico DE USA 800 457 7777 within the US 949 859 4273 outside of the US this call may incur long distance charges Spain United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems Toshiba Information Systems Espa a S A U K Ltd Parque Empresarial San Fernando Toshiba Court Edificio Europa la Planta Weybridge Business Park Escalera A Addlestone Road 28831 Madrid San Fernando de Weybridge Surrey KT15 2UL Henares United Kingdom Spain lf Something Goes Wrong 1 89 Toshiba s worldwide offices United States The Rest of Europe Toshiba America Information Toshiba Europe I E GmbH Systems Inc Hammfelddamm 8 9740 Irvine Boulevard D 4 1460 Neuss Irvine California 92618 Germany United States For more
77. Requee a password on wakeup Power plara cen help you maomice your computers performance or conserve energy Mate a pian ectrve by selecting it of choose a plan and cantomize i by changing ti power cettings Tell me more shoul power Choote whut the power bunton plans dors si Checse what chosing the fd Plans shown on the battery meter doe Balan cd recomenended Change plen settings Create a power plan Automatically balances performance wth energy consumption on capable hardware y P 3 amp Choose when to tum off the duplay eco Change plan vetting eo hen the lt saves energy by the setings recommended by TOSHIBA cleepe v TOSHIBA eco Utility Show addibonal plans et ae Peronasizaton Windows Mobibty Center User Accounts Sample Image Windows Power Options window 2 Select an appropriate plan for your work environment or create your own custom plan 3 Click Create a power plan in the left pane to set up a new plan NOTE To edit a plan or to edit advanced settings continue to the following Steps Mobile Computing 1 23 Monitoring main battery power 4 Click Change plan settings to choose the plan you want to edit This screen allows you to change basic settings 5 Click Change advanced power settings to access settings for battery notification levels internal storage drive power save time etc You can click on the plus signs to expand each item and to see what settings are available for each item
78. Series N Ce 9 z Lelo C E ENTER z a so m m 98 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard NOTE L650 series keyboard To capture a print screen of the entire screen press the Fn PRTSC key To capture only the active window displayed press Fn ALT while Simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key INS DEL HOME END PGUP jj PGDN SCROLLLOCK SYSRQ PRTSC PAUSE BREAK BACK LOCK l Sample Illustration PRTSC key on the L650 Series keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter except that The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page The lowercase letter 1 el and the number 1 are not interchangeable The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable Making your keyboard emulate a full size keyboard NOTE This section applies to the L640 series Although your computer s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full size keyboard it includes fewer keys A standard full size keyboard includes two Enter Ctrl and Alt keys editing keys cursor positioning keys and a numeric keypad Your computer s keyboard includes only one Enter key Most of the time this does not matter However some programs assign separate functions to the regular an
79. Start Control Panel System and Security and then System Carefully note any error messages these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time To enable or disable wireless communication use the Hot Key Fn F8 For more information see Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards on page 190 Use IPCONFIG to verify that the computer has a useful IP address one other than the private address of 169 254 xxx xxx assigned by Windows 1 Click Start to open the Start menu 2 Type Cmd in the Search programs and files field 3 Enter IPCONFIG ALL and press Enter The IP address for each active network adapter will be displayed Connect your computer directly to your router or broadband modem by plugging a standard CATS Ethernet patch cable sold separately into your computer s RJ45 Ethernet port If your connection problem disappears the problem lies in the Wi Fi part of your network 1 80 lf Something Goes Wrong DVD and BD operating problems Ifyou have enabled any security provisions closed system MAC address filtering Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP etc check the access point vendor s Web site for recent firmware upgrades Problems with WEP keys in particular are frequently addressed in new firmware releases The Windows operating system wireless management utility does not work If you are using an external Wi Fi adapter USB adapter or other variety check if the adapt
80. TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt Satellite L640 L650 Series User s Guide If you need assistance Toshiba s Support Web site pcsupport toshiba com Toshiba Customer Support Center Calling within the United States 800 457 7777 Calling from outside the United States 949 859 4273 For more information see If Something Goes Wrong on page 162 in this guide GMAD00251012 03 10 2 AWARNING Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Model Satellite L640 L650 Series Recordable and or ReWritable Drive s and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you purchased may include Recordable and or ReWritable optical disc drive s and associated software among the most advanced data storage technologies available As with any new technology you must read and follow all set up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and or manuals enclosed or provided electronically If you fail to do so this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS INC TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS
81. TOSHIBA Utilities Face Recognition Help The help file covers the following topics e Setting up a Face Recognition account Registering a user image gt Sd Updating a user image gt Changing a user image gt Deleting a user image Sd Configuring Settings gt Sd Authentication Functions Please note that some changes to the likeness of a registrant such as hair style changes or wearing a cap or glasses may affect the recognition rates when such changes occur after the registrant s image has been registered TOSHIBA Face Recognition does not guarantee the correct identification of a user and may incorrectly recognize faces that are similar to the registrant s In addition bright background light and or shadows may prevent a registrant from being recognized correctly If recognition fails log on to your computer using your Windows password 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 1 D 4 Utilities TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility This utility can help diagnose problems with devices in your computer Refer to
82. To create recovery DVDs media 1 Click Start All Programs My Toshiba and then Recovery Media Creator The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays TOSHIBA Create Recovery Media recovery image of your computer is stored on the hard disk drive You can create recovery media from this image by using the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator Media Selection Media Set Status System Recovery Media Application Discs DVD 4 7GB Information Please insert blank media 1D gt 7 0GB USB Flash Media Current Media le Total Progress Verify Create Cancel A Sample Image TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box 2 Select DVD or USB Flash from the drop down lists next to System Recovery Media and Application Discs depending on the type of external media you want to use 10 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE You cannot store your systems applications on the same drive or disc disc set where the rest of the system recovery files are stored For example you will need to store the applications on one USB flash drive and the system recovery files on another USB flash drive Or store the applications on DVD and the system recovery files on a USB flash drive or vice versa 3 Check the Information area of the dialog box to determine the number of DVDs you will need and or the minimum amount of storage space required for c
83. Turn the computer on insert the battery and then leave the computer running for several hours which will deliver a slow steady trickle charge to the battery Once the battery has been trickle charged it may begin working correctly again lf Something Goes Wrong 1 65 The Windows operating system is not working If the trickle charging does not prove effective visit the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport toshiba com and see the Support Bulletin Step Charging the computer s battery click the Ask Iris link and search for the support bulletin by name 4 Connect the AC adaptor to a different power outlet preferably in a different room If the computer starts normally there may be a problem with the AC outlet itself or the voltage level available from it 5 Verify that the AC adaptor is the correct unit for your computer model The computer may not be able to start from an AC adaptor that is rated for less current amperage than the computer requires even if the rated voltage is correct and the plug fits correctly in the DC IN socket The labels on the bottom of the computer and the AC adaptor show the specifications for voltage V and current A for each device The voltage level must match exactly The amperage rating of the AC adaptor must be equal to or greater than that required by the computer The battery light is blinking when the computer is on If the battery light is blinking when the computer is on this
84. U MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface A standard for connecting musical instruments synthesizers and computers The MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a form computers can use and vice versa modem Short for modulator demodulator A device that converts information from digital to analog and back to digital enabling information to pass back and forth between digital computers and analog telephone lines 216 Glossary motherboard The computer s main circuit board that contains the processor memory and other primary components MS DOS prompt See system prompt multi function drive A DVD drive that can read and write to CD and DVD media multimedia A combination of two or more media such as sound animation and video in a computer program or presentation Musical Instrument Digital Interface See MIDI 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 interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen Compare interlaced non system disk A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer Compare system disk online Availab
85. a 154 Mouse Utility onnen 155 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 156 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility eee eee 158 TOSHIBA Accessibility scccsccsccnssssnnscnsossenedesssnaccebsnne 159 3 4 Contents TOSHIBA 8 0 Ut M srera 160 TOSHIBA Service Station ees 161 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor een 161 Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong 162 Problems that are easy to fix nccc 162 Problems when you turn on the computer 163 The Windows operating system is not VO O aeree Aa E 165 Using Startup options to fix problems 166 Internet problems cece eecessseeeeseseeeeeeeees 167 The Windows operating system can MEID VOU enemies eran ore tae en nner 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems eccceeseeeeeseesseeeeeeeeeeees 169 Power and the batteries ccce 169 Keyboard proDleMs ccccsccsssssssseesessseseeees 171 Display problems eee eecceeeeecesseeeeeeeseeeneeseees 171 Disk or storage drive problems cccecceees 173 Error checking ccnn 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems e 177 Printer problems ncccsscr 177 Modem problems ccccccccseecesseeeseesseeeeseeseees 178 Wireless networking probleMS cccceeeees 178 DVD and BD operating problems ce 180 Develop good computing habits 00 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows operating sy
86. a message that the restore point was successfully created Click Close Then at a later time you can re establish your Windows configuration using the saved restore point To do this 1 NOTE Click Start All Programs Accessories System Tools and then System Restore Select Recommended restore or Choose a different restore point and then click Next The timestamp and description of each restore point is displayed This list may contain restore points that you did not create Restore points labeled System Checkpoint were automatically created by the Windows operating system Other restore points may have been created automatically by applications when they were installed If you selected Choose a different restore point in step 2 select the restore point you want to use and then click Next Verify that the restore point you selected is the correct one If it is not click Back to return to the previous step Close all programs and save all open files Click Finish and then Yes to begin the system restore Your Windows operating system configuration will now be restored to the state it was in when the chosen restore point was created and then the computer will be automatically restarted 1 8 4 lf Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows operating system The most valuable component of your computer system is the data you c
87. able will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries Here are some typical problems and how to solve them The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adaptor and power cord cable Make sure the AC adaptor and power cord cable are firmly plugged into both the wall outlet and the computer 1 10 lf Something Goes Wrong Power and the batteries If the AC power light still does not come on check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance The AC adaptor and power cord cable work correctly but the battery will not charge The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power Try turning off the computer The battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer Turn off the computer remove the battery clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth if necessary and replace the battery See Removing the battery from the computer on page 124 The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly If you think this is the probable cause let the battery reach room temperature and try again If the battery has completely discharged it will not begin charging immediately Leave the AC adaptor and power cord cable connected wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is charging If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes let the computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20 minutes before you turn on the computer If
88. agmenter To do this click Start All Programs Accessories System Tools and then Disk Defragmenter After it opens click Defragment disk Your data files are damaged or corrupted Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures Many software packages automatically create backup files You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software Consult your network administrator Some programs run correctly but others do not This is probably a configuration problem If a program does not run properly refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs Optical disc drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive If the optical disc drive is an external drive make sure the two USB cables or the AC adaptor cable are properly connected to the computer and refer to the documentation that came with your drive Make sure the tray that holds the optical disc is closed properly Press gently until it clicks into place Open the tray and remove the disc Make sure the tray is clean Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the laser beam Examine the disc to see if it is dirty If necessary wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Replace the disc in the tray Make sure that the disc is lying flat label side up Close the tray carefully making sure it has shut completely lf Something Goes Wrong 1 15 Optical disc drive problems
89. and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger 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 or charger AC adaptor Power cord cable E AC adaptor cord 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source To connect AC power to the computer 1 Connect the power cord cable to the AC adaptor N we ee Sample Illustration Connecting the power cord cable to the AC adaptor AWARNING Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling OC 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the DC IN on the side of the computer NOTE Locate the DC IN port on the Quick Start Card that shipped with your computer 3 Connect the power cord cable to a live electrical outlet The AC power light on the indicator panel glows white AWARNING Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock possibly resulting in Serious injury The computer s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery s current charge Glows amber while the main battery is being cha
90. and high quality color Active matrix displays are viewable from wider angles than most passive matrix displays adapter 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 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 Alternating Current AC The type of power usually supplied to residential and commercial wall outlets AC reverses its direction at regular intervals Compare Direct Current DC application A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type Applications include word processors spreadsheets and database management systems See also program Glossary 209 backup A copy of a file usually on a removable disk kept in case the original file is lost or damaged Basic Input Output System BIOS See BIOS baud rate The speed at which a communication device such as a printer or modem transmits information Baud rate is the number of signal changes per second not necessarily the same as bits per second See also bits per second Blu ray Disc BD Offering more storage capacity than DVDs the format was developed to allow for more data storage and to enable recording and playback
91. attery notifications You can set two notifications Each notification can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power has been reached You can also set the computer to enter Sleep mode or Hibernation mode or to completely power down when the notification goes off To change the default notification settings 1 Click Start Control Panel System and Security and then Power Options The Power Options window appears 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized The Edit Plan Settings window appears Mobile Computing 97 Monitoring main battery power 3 Click Change advanced power settings The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears 4 Double click Battery to display the battery options Select the power plan that you want to customize and then choose settings that reflect how you want your computer to manage power fa Change settings that are currently unavailable Balanced Active E Battery Critical battery action Low battery level On battery 10 Plugged in 10 Critical battery level Low battery notification Low battery action Reserve battery level Sample Image Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 5 Configure the alarm settings to suit your needs Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors such as Sd
92. by computer model The TouchPad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the Windows Control Panel For more information please visit www support toshiba com and enter the phrase Mouse pointer jumps around as you type into the Search field Disabling or enabling the TouchPad The TouchPad is enabled by default To enable disable the TouchPad do one of the following s Press the TouchPad ON OFF J Q button Available on certain models Press Fn F9 For more information see Disabling or enabling the TouchPad on page 202 NOTE Alternately you can disable only the tapping feature If you disable tapping only you can still use the TouchPad s control buttons and move the pointer by sliding your finger on the TouchPad To disable tapping only use the Mouse Properties option in the Windows Control Panel Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built in display but you can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below An HDMI compatible television or external display device via the HDMI Out port NOTE Locate the HDMI Out port on the Quick Start Card that shipped with your computer o An external monitor or projector via the RGB monitor port HDMI Out port RGB Monitor port Available on certain models Sample Illustration Video ports on the side o
93. cent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport toshiba com Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba make sure you have Your computer s serial number The computer and any optional devices related to the problem Backup copies of your Windows operating system and all other preloaded software on your choice of media Name and version of the program involved in the problem along with its installation media Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support call the Toshiba Customer Support Center Within the United States at 800 457 7777 Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba com laptops toshiba com accessories toshiba com www toshiba ca www toshiba Europe com www toshiba co jp index htm pcsupport toshiba com acclaim toshiba com laotopforums toshiba com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site Marketing and product information in the USA Accessories information in the USA Canada Europe Japan Mexico and all of Latin America Toshiba USA Self Service support web site Community discussion forums for Toshiba laptop users 1 88 lf Something Goes Wrong Toshiba s worldwide offices Toshiba s worldwide offices Australia Canada Toshiba Australia
94. cking end through the loop W 3 Insert the cable s locking end into the security lock slot on your computer then engage the locking device The computer is now securely locked Sample Illustration Attaching security lock cable Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features Computing tips Save your work frequently Your work stays in the computer s temporary memory until you save it to the internal storage drive If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect or your battery runs out of charge while you are working you will lose all work since you last saved See Saving your work on page 103 for further information HINT Some programs have an automatic save feature that can be ce activated This feature saves your file to the internal storage drive at preset intervals See your software documentation for details Back up your files to external media on a regular basis Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time However if your internal storage drive suddenly fails you will lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy For more information see Data and system configuration backup in the Windows operating system on page 182 Learning the Basics O Using the keyboard
95. click Cancel If unsure cancel and try again Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you to recover your internal storage drive if necessary The following internal storage drive recovery options are available Recovery option Recover to out of box This option restores the original factory image to your state internal storage drive returning your computer to its out of box state Recommended recovery method See Recovering to out of box state recommended recovery method on page 61 60 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Recovery option Description Recover to a custom This option allows you to specify a custom size for size partition the C partition and then restores your C drive to its out of box state Note With this option any changes you made to the C drive and any other drive partitions you may have created are deleted See Recovering to a custom size partition on page 63 Recover without This option recovers just your C drive leaving any other changing the internal _ partitions you may have created for example a D drive storage drive partitions intact See Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions on page 66 A recovery image of your computer is stored on the internal storage drive and the image can be restored by running the recovery utilities directly from your internal sto
96. cters gt lt File names are not case sensitive Learning the Basics 1 05 Printing your work Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format For example Microsoft Word saves files with a doc docx extension Any file name with an extension of doc docx is assumed to be a Microsoft Word file Creating your own extension is usually unwise since the program is unlikely to recognize a strange extension and may refuse to handle your file correctly TECHNICAL NOTE By default the Windows operating system does not show file extensions For information on showing or hiding file extensions see your Windows online Help Printing your work Ensure the operating system is set up for your printer as described in Setting up a printer on page 83 If you use more than one printer or are changing printers you will need to set up the Windows operating system to run with the additional printer s F HINT You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it To print a file 1 If your printer is not on turn it on now 2 Click on the arrow in the upper left corner of your Windows based application to display the drop down menu and then click Print The program displays a Print dialog box eb Print s General T Add sm Fax E Microsoft XPS Document
97. cy policy will be detailed during initial launch of the product or upon certain reinstallations of the software product s or recontigurations of the computer and may be completed by Internet or telephone toll charges may apply some software may differ from its retail version if available and may not include user manuals or all program functionality 38 Introduction This guide NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model please visit Toshiba s Web site at ocsupport toshiba com While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein product specifications configurations prices system component options availability are all subject to change without notice For the most up to date product information about your computer or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options visit Toshiba s Web site at pcsupport toshiba com This guide This guide introduces the computer s features as well as some basic procedures needed to perform tasks in Windows 7 You can Read the entire guide from beginning to end Skim through and stop when a topic interests you Use the table of contents and the ind
98. d numeric pad Enter keys on the full sized keyboard Using the Fn key you can simulate the separate key as follows Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to simulate the Enter key on the numeric pad of the enhanced keyboard Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full size keyboard Learning the Basics QO Using the keyboard Ctrl Fn and Alt keys CTRL ALT Sample Illustration Ctrl Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl Fn and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using For more information see your program documentation Function keys The function keys not to be confused with the Fn key are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F F7 F8 F9 F10 a o E 38 3 0 vo Av g 0 8 E Sample Illustration Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed Used in combination with the Fn key function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer For example Fn F9 turns the TouchPad ON OFF For more information see Hot key functions on page 194 Special Windows keys Windows key a4 Application key Sample Illustration Special Windows keys Your computer s keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in Windows Windows key Opens the Start menu Application key Has a simila
99. d of using the internal speakers you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers Before putting on headphones to listen turn the volume down Do not set the volume too high when using headphones Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing TECHNICAL NOTE When using amplified speakers use speakers that require an external power source Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones 1 Locate the headphone jack on the computer 2 Using any necessary adapters plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack The headphone jack requires a 16 ohm stereo mini connector To adjust the volume gt For external speakers use the volume controls on each speaker o For headphones use the computer s volume control Exploring Your Computer s Features 1 39 Using the Web Camera Using the Web Camera U l Available on certain models Your computer may come with a built in Web Camera With this Web Camera you can do the following Take pictures and record videos with your computer Chat with others and have them see you while using instant messaging IM programs lt Have video conference calls NOTE To email instant message or video conference you must be connected to the Internet Depending on your computer model
100. e ck of computer Back of computer L640 series L650 series Sample Illustration Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later Static electricity can damage the memory module Before you handle the module touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer Grease or dust on the connector may cause memory access problems 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging without touching its connector 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of the computer NOTE If no memory slot is available you must remove a module by performing steps 2 3 of Removing a memory module on page 57 NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one another you must remove the top module first before removing installing the bottom module D 4 Getting Started Adding memory optional NOTE For this model Slot A is the bottom slot Slot B is the top slot If only one memory module is to be installed it must be installed in Slot A 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides avoiding any contact with its connector Position the module toward the socket aligning the connector s notch with the matching key in the socket Sample
101. e To learn how to access the utility see TOSHIBA eco Utility on page 160 For more information on the Toshiba eco power plan see the Help file in the TOSHIBA eco Utility window Changing the main battery When your main battery has run out of power you have two options plug in the AC adaptor or install a charged main battery AWARNING Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in contact with another conductive object This could cause serious injury or fire and could also damage the battery pack and computer s Never expose a battery pack to abnormal shock vibration or pressure The battery pack s internal protective device could fail causing it to overheat or ignite resulting in caustic liquid leakage or explosion or fire possibly resulting in death or serious injury TECHNICAL NOTE To avoid losing any data save your files and then either completely shut down your computer or put it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery v Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery 1 Save your work 2 Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in Using and configuring Hibernation mode on page 89 Mobile Computing 1 25 Changing the main battery 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer including the AC adaptor Close the disp
102. e TOSHIBA Zooming Utility to zoom out This hot key turns the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility to zoom in This hot key decreases the speaker volume This hot key increases the speaker volume Appendix B Power Cord Cable Connectors Your computer ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord cable connectors for various parts of the world USA Canada UL approved CSA approved United Kingdom Europe CJ CJ VDA approved il NEMKO approved BS approved Australia AS approved 205 Glossary y G TECHNICAL NOTE Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer 2 Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user s guide AC Alternating Current BIOS Basic Input Output System BD ROM Blu ray Disc Read Only Memory bps bits per second CD Compact Disc CD ROM Compact Disc Read Only Memory CD RW Compact Disc Rewrite Memory CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor COMI communications port 1 serial port COM2 communications port 2 serial port CPU Central Processing Unit DC Direct Current DMA Direct Memory Access 206 DIMM DOS DPI DVD DVD ROM EPROM eSATA FAT FCC GB HDD HDMI Glossary 20 Dual Inline Memory Module Disk Operating System Dots Per Inch Digital Versatile or Video Disc Digital Versatile or Video Disc Read Only Memory Erasable Programmable Read Only Memor
103. e drive CAUTION Do not press the eject button while the drive in use indicator light is glowing Doing so could damage the disc or the drive Also if the disc is still spinning when you open the disc tray wait for it to stop spinning before you remove it 2 Pull the tray out until it is fully open remove the disc and place it in its protective cover 3 Gently press the tray in to close it Removing a disc with the computer off To remove a disc with the computer turned off 1 Insert a slender object such as a straightened paper clip into the manual eject hole The disc tray slides partially out of the drive Learning the Basics 1 1 3 Toshiba s online resources Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it 2 Pull the tray out until it is fully open remove the disc and place it in its protective cover 3 Gently press the tray in to close it Caring for optical discs Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it Do not apply a label to or otherwise mar the surface of a disc Hold a disc by its outside edge Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the optical disc drive from reading the data properly Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold To clean a disc that is dirty wip
104. e eeeees 8 Adjusting the quality of the external SOA ees A 82 Contents 31 Using an external keyboard 62 USING amp MOUSE cececseeeesesseeesssseeeeesesteeeeess 82 CONNECTING a printer l c 82 Setting UP a printer ccce 83 Turning off the COMpUTEr ccce 64 Options for turning off the computer 84 Using the Shut down command 86 Using and configuring Hibernation mode 89 Using and configuring Sleep mode 00 91 Closing the display panel ccce 94 Customizing your computer s settingS 0 000 94 Caring for your COMPUTEL 0 cece cece eeeeenees 94 Cleaning the computer ccenn 94 Moving the COMPUTEL c cc eeeseeeseeeeeeeeees 95 Using a computer lOCK cecce 95 Chapter 2 Learning the BaSICS 0 ccccscse essen 96 GOMPUUDO IPS ernea dt atatsensances 96 Using the keyboard cecene 97 Character Keys ooo eccccecssssesseesesseesseseeeeeeeeens 98 Making your keyboard emulate a full size KEV DONG caneiro EEEE 98 Ctrl Fn and Alt keys cns 99 Function KOYS cccccsessssecesssssseseesessessneeeeesseeses 99 Special Windows keys ou ceeeeseeeseeeeeees 99 Overlay keys cence 100 SANAA POTA Mecce r E 101 Starting a program from the Start menu 101 Starting a program from Windows EDIO n ne eee nee ee ene nent meee ne eees 102 starting a program using the Search programs and files field oo eee 103 SAVING YOUN WOFK eesriie 103 Printing YOU WOFK cecce 105 Back
105. e first time 48 Opening the display panel cee 48 Turning ON the POWED oo cece seeeeceesseeeeeeeeeees 49 setting UP YOUr SOF WATE en 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba 50 Adding optional external deViCeS ccceeeeeees 50 Adding memory optional ccceccsseeeeseeeees 50 Installing a memory module sesen 5 Removing a memory moqule nen 57 Checking total MEMOLY scenen 59 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 0 59 Recovering to out of box state recommended recovery method 61 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Recovering without changing the internal Storage drive partitions ecce 66 Creating recovery DVDs media cccccceeee 68 Restoring from recovery DVDs media 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive cscs 13 Checking the internal storage drive operating S111 Sa ee er eee eee 14 Installing drivers and applications 19 Using the TOUCHP ad ooo cece seeseeeeeseeseeeen 15 Adjusting TouchPad settings ceee 18 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 19 Using external display devices ccs 19 Selecting video cables 80 Connecting an HDMI compatible television or external display device 80 Connecting an external monitor or OVC CLO sasesaceinusbasetcnsens dey acesece uate saceieueyaceacee 80 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer cec
106. e it with a clean dry cloth The most efficient method to clean it is to start from the center of the disc and wipe toward the outward edge not in a circle If necessary moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner not benzine or rubbing alcohol Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive Toshiba s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect These sites provide information about Toshiba products give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades For more information see Contacting Toshiba on page 186 Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling Toshiba s energy saver design Your computer enters a low power suspension mode when it is not being used thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency Many of these energy saving features have been preset by Toshiba We recommend you leave these features active allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium Ion Li Ion battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet You can recharge it many times 114 Mobile Computing 1 1 D Rumning the computer on batte
107. e right part of the window double click Accessories Windows Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories folder on the right side of the window 7 In the right part of the window double click wordpad The operating system opens WordPad es To close the program click the Close button in the upper right corner of the program s window Learning the Basics 1 03 Saving your work Starting a program using the Search programs and files field This example uses the Start menu s Search programs and files field to start WordPad 1 Click Start to display the Start menu The Search programs and files field appears at the bottom of the Start menu Default Programs Search programs Help and Support and files field gt All Programs Search programs and files Shut down Sample Image Search programs and files field in Start menu 2 Start typing the program s name wordpad in the Search programs and files field As you type all matching files and programs are displayed in a separate window 3 In the search results window click WordPad under Programs Saving your work Before you turn off the computer using the Shut down command save your work on the internal storage drive external media flash media or optical disc This is one of the most important rules of computing When you turn off the computer using the Sleep or Hibernate commands your work should be there when you resume Many progra
108. ed function The associated hot key card appears at the top of the screen with its available options below it 3 To cycle through the displayed options hold down Fn and press the hot key repeatedly Release the Fn key when the desired option is selected 1 92 Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards Application Cards Application Cards The Application Cards are used to launch these applications IHT TOSHIBA Assist For more information refer to TOSHIBA Assist on page 143 TOSHIBA HDD Protection utility This Application Card launches the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility PC Diagnostic Tool utility For more information refer to TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility on page 154 Bluetooth settings This Application Card launches your Bluetooth settings TOSHIBA Zooming utility For more information refer to TOSHIBA Zooming Utility on page 158 Disc Creator utility This Application Card launches the TOSHIBA Disc Creator utility TOSHIBA Hardware Setup utility For more information refer to TOSHIBA Hardware Setup on page 156 TOSHIBA Button Support utility This Application Card launches the TOSHIBA Button Support Utility NOTE Not all functions are supported on all models Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards Application Cards 1 93 Using the Application Cards To launch an application using the Application Cards 1 Press and hold the Fn key The TOSHIBA Cards asii at the top of the screen F9 E
109. efragment the drive If so consult Windows Help and Support 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module The memory module pops up slightly NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one another you must remove the top module first before removing installing the bottom module 58 Getting Started Adding memory optional 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30 degree angle and slide it out of the slot Back of computer Slot B Slot A Sample Illustration Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws 5 Re insert the main battery For more information on inserting the main battery see Inserting a charged battery on page 126 6 Turn the computer right side up Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer WARNING 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 Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source such as an electric blanket or heater s 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 s
110. elpful to fully discharge the battery periodically Please see Maintaining your battery on page 128 for procedures If the computer is continuously operated on AC power either through an AC adaptor or a port replicator if applicable to your system for an extended period more than a month the battery may fail to retain a charge This may shorten the life of the battery and may cause the battery meter to be inaccurate NOTE For optimum optical media performance it is recommended that you play optical media while running the computer on AC power For more information about Windows power plans see Power Plans on page 122 The computer also has an internal real time clock RTC battery The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date information It maintains this information for up to a month while the computer is turned off 1 1 O Mobile Computing L mg A Power management 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 TECHNICAL NOTE Depending on your system the RTC battery may only charge while the computer is turned on Changes to these settings may result in system performance or stability issues Users who are not completely familiar with the power management compon
111. en recovered Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer Getting Started 13 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Erasing the Internal Storage Drive CAUTION Erasing the internal storage drive will delete all data on the drive including the partitions Be sure to create recovery DVDs media and back up your data to external media before erasing the internal Storage drive NOTE If you want to restore the internal storage drive use one of the recovery options instead of erasing the drive For more information see Recovering the Internal Storage Drive on page 59 To delete all data and partitions from the internal storage drive 1 Access the Toshiba Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive or on your recovery DVDs media To access the Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive Press and hold the 0 zero key while powering on the computer Read the Warning screen that displays and then click Yes to continue To access the Recovery Wizard on your recovery DVDs media Turn off your computer Insert the first recovery DVD into your optical disc drive or connect the USB flash drive containing your recovery files to your computer and then power on the computer When the initial screen displays press F12 Using the arrow keys select the DVD or USB Flash option on the boot menu depending on which type of media you are using and then press Enter Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard and t
112. enhouse gas emissions equivalent to nearly 3 million cars If every computer purchased by businesses this year met the new ENERGY STAR requirements businesses would save more than 1 6 billion over the lifetime of those models That is equivalent to lighting 840 million square feet of U S commercial building space each year During 2008 Americans with the help of ENERGY STAR saved about 19 billion dollars on their utility bills and avoided greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those from 29 million vehicles Visit http www energystar gov or http www energystar gov powermanagement for more information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program NOTE This computer is compatible with European Union Directive 2002 95 EC Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment RoHS which restricts use of lead cadmium mercury hexavalent chromium PBB and PBDE Toshiba requires its computer component suppliers to meet ROHS requirements and verifies its suppliers commitment to meeting RoHS requirements by conducting component sampling inspections during the product design approval process NOTE Certain Microsoft software product s included with this computer may use technological measures for copy protection IN SUCH EVENT YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE PRODUCT IF YOU DO NOT FULLY COMPLY WITH THE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES Product activation procedures and Microsoft s priva
113. ent The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer Plug and Play Generally refers to the computer s ability to automatically configure itself to work with peripheral devices When capitalized refers to a standard that when followed by a device manufacturer allows a computer to configure itself automatically to work with the device pointer An icon usually an arrow that moves on the screen when you slide your finger across the TouchPad or move a mouse Used to point to and select activate on screen items such as icons menu items and buttons The shape and purpose of the pointer varies depending on the program you are using and what you are doing pointing device Any device such as the TouchPad or a mouse that enables you to move the pointer on the screen port A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device processor See Central Processing Unit CPU program A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer The general classes of programs also called software are operating system application and utility See also operating system application utility properties The attributes of an object or device For example the properties of a file include the file s type size and creation date RAM Random Access Memory Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read Volatile here means that information
114. ent of the system should use the preset configuration For assistance with setup changes contact Toshiba s Customer Support Center Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery you may also have an optional secondary battery not included with your computer If you travel and need to work for many hours without an AC power source you may purchase a battery module for use in the computer or carry additional charged battery packs with you You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working For more information on batteries and accessories see accessories toshiba com Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer CAUTION Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery Always use the battery charger specified by Toshiba You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications power management settings and features used Mobile Computing Charging batteries 1 Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in your computer plug the computer into a live electrical outlet The battery charges whether the computer is on or off v TECHNICAL NOTE The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is usin
115. ent via the Blu ray Disc is not displaying properly Make sure you are using an HDCP High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDMI cable If viewing High Definition content on an external monitor your system may not support this function For more information see Viewing Blu ray Disc movies on page 107 Online content accessed through the Blu ray Disc is not displaying Make sure you are connected to the Internet 1 6 lf Something Goes Wrong Optical disc drive problems While viewing a Blu ray Disc movie the sound is not coming from the computer s speakers You can change the destination of the audio signal in Sound properties in the Control Panel NOTE Blu ray Disc player Technology Compatibility and or performance issues are possible Certain interactive features may not be supported due to compatibility network settings or other conditions Advanced Access Content System AACS keys are integrated into your computer for copy protection purposes Occasional renewal is required and will initially be provided at no charge After the initial period Corel Corporation will provide AACS key renewals pursuant to its then current terms and conditions For more information on AACS key visit www aacsla com home s Depending on BD content you may experience frame dropping or lower performance Viewing on an external display requires an RGB HDCP supported HDMI port External power is requ
116. er s memory has been lost Data stored in the computer s internal storage drive may not be affected Always save your data even when you are using Sleep mode If your battery fully discharges information that has not been saved will be lost Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low see What to do when the main battery runs low on page 120 If you are running on battery power it is recommended that you do not leave the computer in Sleep mode for long periods of time To charge the battery leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours For more information see Charging batteries on page 116 The AC power light is blinking If the AC power light is blinking try the following steps 1 Cutoff power to the computer by disconnecting the AC adaptor and removing the battery The error condition will be interrupted and the AC power light will stop flashing 2 Put the battery back into the computer Do not connect the AC adaptor Try turning the computer on again If the computer starts normally the AC adaptor may be defective and will need to be replaced If the AC power light starts flashing remove the battery and continue with the steps below 3 Connect the AC adaptor to the computer Leave the battery out of the computer Try turning the computer on again If the computer starts normally the battery may need charging may be depleted or may be defective
117. er comes with its own management utility If it does the utility may be disabling the Windows operating system wireless management utility in which case you must use the adapter s management utility If the documentation that accompanies the adapter does not provide enough information to determine if this is the case contact that vendor s support group for further advice DVD and BD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs or BDs you may be able to fix the problem yourself For general problems playing a DVD or BD title try the following Steps 1 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports 2 Ensure that the disc is properly inserted in the drive tray 3 Use the DVD or BD player software that came with your computer to view DVD or BD movies 4 Clean the disc and try again A dirty drive can also cause audio problems If you have tried several discs and all fail consider sending your drive to an authorized service provider to get it cleaned 5 Verify that your computer recognizes your optical disc drive by clicking Start and then Computer The optical disc drive should appear in the list 6 See Checking device properties on page 168 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical disc drive properties 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical disc drives and their operation lf Something Goes Wrong 1 8 Develop good computing habits A blank
118. er of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting the site See also Internet Index A AC adaptor 45 AC power 116 AC power light 45 accessing network 135 adding memory 50 check total memory 59 optional external devices 50 adequate ventilation cooling fan 44 adjusting TouchPad settings 78 Application Cards 192 audio features 137 B backing up files 96 106 battery battery life 115 Call2Recycle 130 care 127 128 changing 124 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 170 charge time 116 charger 116 charging 47 116 charging the real time clock RTC 117 conserving power 121 determine remaining power 119 disposal 129 indicator light 119 installation 124 126 low charge 120 maintaining 128 maximum capacity 115 monitoring power 46 118 not charging 170 optional secondary battery 116 power management 116 power options 120 power plan 196 real time clock RTC 115 recharge time 115 removing 124 RTC memory 115 22 229 Index running computer on battery power 114 safety precautions 127 setting notifications 120 battery indicator light 119 BD player general problems 180 BDs using 107 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu ray Disc using 107 button eject optical disc drive 109 power 49 Shut down 52 86 start 133 C Call2Recycle battery 130 caring for your computer 94 changing battery 124 character keys 98 charg
119. es and devices Your computer s Power Options utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications power management settings and features used 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer locate the center of the display panel Gently raise the panel Adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle Sample Illustration Opening the display panel NOTE 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 To avoid damaging the display panel do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel Do not press or push on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your computer Your display contains an extremely large number of thin film transistors TFT and is manufactured using high precision technology Any small
120. ex to find specific information Introduction 3 Safety icons CO Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries damage to your equipment or loss of data These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk and icons highlight these instructions as follows Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury AWARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NOTE Provides important information Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information 4 TECHNICAL NOTE This icon indicates technical information about A the computer 2 dS HINT This icon indicates helpful hints and tips S Z DEFINITION This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text a ON gt 40 Introduction Other documentation Your computer s features and specifications Certain computer chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Serie
121. f the computer 80 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI Out port you must purchase an HDMI cable Connecting an HDMI compatible television or external display device To connect an HDMI compatible television or external display device to the computer Connect one end of an HDMI cable not included with your computer to the HDMI Out port on the side of your computer and then connect the other end of the cable to your television Refer to the manual that came with the television for more information Your computer will automatically detect the external display device Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen To do this 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need to install new software C 2 Connect the monitor s video cable to the RGB monitor port on the side of the computer 3 Connect the device s power cable to a live electrical outlet 4 Turn on the external device Your computer will automatically detect the external display device NOTE In the future you can change the display settings by pressing Fn F5 or by configuring the display properties settings Getting Started 8 Using external display devices Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you
122. ference to radio and TV reception Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer s ports 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 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Contact either Toshiba s Support Web site at pcsupport toshiba com Or call the Toshiba Customer Support Center Within the United States at 800 457 7777 Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conform a la norme NMB 003 du Canada FCC requirements The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47 Part 68 and refers to internal modems and is only applicable if your computer has a modem This equipment complies with Part 68 of the 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 the information must be provided to the telephone company The modem connects to the telephone line by
123. g all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications features and devices Your computer s Power Options utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge The battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions The battery is extremely hot or cold To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity wait until it reaches room temperature 50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit 10 to 26 degrees Celsius The battery is almost completely discharged Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes a HINT Once the battery is fully charged we recommend that you operate your computer on battery power until the battery discharges completely Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real time clock RTC battery The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store your computer s configuration settings When fully charged it maintains this information for up to a month when the computer is powered off The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer was shipped resulting in a CMOS error message during startup The error message may vary by computer model NOTE Depending on your system the RTC battery may
124. ged contact to prevent heat injury to skin Read the Avoid extended contact between computer base palm rest and skin section in the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort that is shipped with your computer CAUTION Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer It could damage the computer or cause system failure Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk disc or flash media may damage the disk disc or flash media the drive or both Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields such as large stereo speakers Information on some disks is stored magnetically Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files Handle discs carefully Avoid touching the surface of the disc Grasp it by its center hole and edge If you handle the disc incorrectly you could damage the disc and possibly lose data Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet Occasionally even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus You need a special program to check for viruses 4 4 Getting Started Setting up your computer Important information on your computer s cooling fan Your computer
125. ght corner of the Start menu Switch user Default Program Log off Lock Help and Suppo gt All Programs geak Sleep Hibernate Hibernate Start button Arrow Sample Image Shut down menu 2 Click Hibernate in the pop up menu The computer saves the state of all open programs and files turns off the display and then turns off Configuring Hibernation mode options You can place the computer into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel You can also specify an amount of time after which the computer automatically goes into Hibernation mode To use any of these methods you first need to enable them using the Power Options feature B 1 Click Start Control Panel System and Security and then Power Options The Power Options window appears 90 Getting Started Turning off the computer Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized The Edit Plan Settings window appears Change settings for the plan Balanened Cha Thee ip ured deus ergy tht oH enh pier Ceo ho ee j On battery D Diem the display mtn Pe Tam pH the dapiry 5 mite Potthecomputerto wee Liminuten SSF Adani pun brightneue o g Chpt B AHH ed pewar tang Bedres delast uiing for the pipa Sample Image Edit Plan Settings screen 3 Advanced settings Click Change advanced power settings The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears
126. has a potential of zero 0 volts is connected to the earth and is the point of reference for voltages in the circuit 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 some external media 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 hardware The physical components of a computer system Compare software 21 4 Glossary HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface An interface used to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in digital format providing better picture quality than analog signal HDMI CEC HDMI Consumer Electronics Control One A V component can control another while using this function if connected with HDMI cables See also HDMI Hibernation A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work including all open files and programs when you turn the computer off When you turn on the computer again your work is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off See also Sleep Suspend hot key 1 A feature in which certain keys in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters such as the battery save mode 2 A key or c
127. hat the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s Web site www hc sc gc ca rpb The RF device shall not be co located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this device Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device L utilisation de ce dispositif est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes 1 il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t a accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique re u m me s il est susceptible de compromettre son fonctionnement The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant I objet d une licence il doit etre utilize a l interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal Si le matriel ou son antenne
128. hat the computer is on by looking at the ON OFF indicator If the indicator is glowing the computer is on Also try turning the computer off and then on If you are using an AC adaptor verify that the computer is receiving power from the external power source by looking at the AC power light If the indicator is glowing the computer is connected to a live external power source The computer starts but when you press a key nothing happens Verify that the active program accepts text input Try clicking your mouse on an area where you can type text and try typing again Your computer may be in Sleep mode and have a software or resource conflict When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system To clear the condition press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously Then shut down the computer via software or follow the steps if your program stops responding see Problems that are easy to fix on page 162 1 64 lf Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE Windows Error Recovery Windows did not shut down successfully message To continue select Start Windows normally This can happen if the computer was put into Sleep mode and the battery has discharged If you performed a shutdown before this message was displayed a program or driver may have prevented Windows from shutting down Data stored in the comput
129. he Windows online Help A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer s internal display To change the display properties 1 Right click in a blank area of the Windows desktop 2 Click Personalize and then Display 3 Adjust the screen resolution and or color quality 4 Click OK lf Something Goes Wrong 1 13 Disk or storage drive problems The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal External mode and not simultaneous mode Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your computer Your display contains an extremely large number of thin film transistors TFT and is manufactured using high precision technology Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the screen will deteriorate This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology Whe
130. he right CL Sample Illustration Tap once to select Sample Illustration Tap twice to open Ko Sample Illustration Click the secondary right hand control button Getting Started TI Using the TouchPad To Scroll vertically Scroll horizontally Scroll continuously Circular scrolling Do the following Slide your finger along the right edge of the TouchPad in the direction you want to scroll Repeat to scroll a longer distance Slide your finger along the bottom edge of the TouchPad in the direction you want to scroll Repeat to scroll a longer distance 1 Begin scrolling vertically or horizontally by sliding your finger along the right or bottom edge of the TouchPad as described above 2 Without lifting your finger from the TouchPad start moving your finger in a circular motion on the TouchPad 3 To scroll in the opposite direction reverse the direction of the circular motion 4 To stop scrolling lift your finger off of the TouchPad Example Sample Illustration Vertical scrolling active area Sample Illustration Horizontal scrolling active area Sample Illustration Circular scrolling vertically Sample Illustration Circular scrolling horizontally 18 Getting Started Using the TouchPad To Do the following Example Zoom in out To Zoom in lt Place two fingers close together on the TouchPad and then slide them apart
131. hen click Next Select Erase the hard disk and then click Next Choose one of the following options on the Erase the hard disk screen e Delete all data and partitions from the hard disk This option deletes all of the data on the internal storage drive without overwriting the drive Delete all partitions and overwrite all sectors on the hard disk This option deletes all data and then overwrites the entire internal storage drive for security purposes This process may take several hours depending on the size of your internal storage drive 4 Getting Started Checking the internal storage drive operating status TOSHIBA Recovery Wizar Erase the hard disk gt Please select tha dmiabon methi gt Detebe all data and partitions from he hard disk Debabe all paritons and centile all sectors on iha hard disk This process may take sevem hours a ing on the sine of your hand drive atea ee Sample Image Erase the hard disk screen 4 Click Next A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data on the internal storage drive will be lost Be sure you have saved your work to external media see Backing up your work on page 106 and created recovery DVDs media see Creating recovery DVDs media on page 68 before proceeding 5 Click Next to begin erasing the internal storage drive When the process is complete a message displays indicating that the internal storage drive has been e
132. i Alliance All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in this product may contain mercury Disposal of this product may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal reuse or recycling information please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www eiae org As part of Toshiba s commitment to preserving the environment Toshiba supports various trade in and recycling programs For details please visit www laptops toshiba com green Contents Introduction o eeccccecescescscessscseescsssssscestscsssscsssetsestenessenseeneeee 36 This guid leerse 38 Safety CONS ae ee 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer s features and specifications ececcccecceesseeeeeceesseeeeeeeeeens 40 Other documentation neeneennnn 40 Service OPTIONS eeeeesieriieriserirerirerrrrerrreren 40 Chapter 1 Getting Started cece 4 Selecting a place tO WOTK nccc 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable ceee 42 Precautions cctescisectansaacsecinneeiesoaentasitdsacesetsa 42 Important information on your computer s COOIMNG TAM evacocuceecsatieoticcenace Suesseeessneantaaaie 44 Setting UP your COMPUTED oeer 44 Connecting to a power SOUICE aseeseen 45 Charging the main battery eee eee 47 30 Contents Using the computer for th
133. ightly J different from the screens displayed by your system The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of your system 131 132 Exploring Your Computer s Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Icons Your computer s desktop includes several standard features icons Start button taskbar notification area and background pattern TOSHIBA Leading Innevetien gt gt gt hait i Start button Taskbar Notification area Sample Image Windows operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a folder file or program that can be quickly activated by double clicking the icon You can create a new desktop icon for any folder file or program by dragging the element s icon from its location in a window to the desktop area You may see various icons displayed on your system desktop for example Recycle Bin Holds files you have deleted You may be able to retrieve these files until you empty the Recycle Bin Exploring Your Computer s Features 1 3 Exploring the desktop y G TECHNICAL NOTE If you delete a large number of files or very A large files from the internal storage drive there may be iS insufficient space available in the Recycle Bin to hold these files In this case Windows will prompt you to either permanently delete the file s or cancel the deletion f you delete a file of any size from a
134. 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 21 8 Glossary Random Access Memory See RAM Read Only Memory See ROM reboot See boot restart removable disk A disk that can be removed from a disk drive A Flash drive is one example of a removable disk 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 Synonymous with reboot To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the computer off See also boot RGB Red Green Blue monitor A monitor that reproduces all colors by mixing red green and blue light in various combinations RJ11 connector A modular connector used on most U S telephone systems and direct connect modems The RJ11 connector is a 6 wire connector RJ45 connector An eight wire connector used to connect a computer to a network ROM Read Only Memory 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
135. 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 CPU cache LI cache L2 cache CD An individual compact disc See also CD ROM CD ROM Compact Disc Read Only Memory A form of high capacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data See also CD Compare DVD ROM Central Processing Unit CPU The chip that functions as the brain of the computer It takes information from outside sources such as memory or keyboard input processes the information and sends the results to another device that uses the information character Any letter number or symbol you can use on the computer Some characters are non printing characters such as a paragraph break in a word processing program A character occupies one byte of computer storage chip A small piece of silicon containing computer logic and circuits for processing memory input output and or control functions Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards 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 double click color palette A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular
136. ing UP your WOFK ccce 106 Restoring your WOMK ceecceesseeeeeeeesseeeeeens 106 32 Contents Using the optical disc drive nnn 107 Viewing Blu ray Disc MOVIES eene 107 Optical disc drive components 0008 109 Inserting an optical CISC ecce 109 Playing an audio CD ccc ccceeeeeeeeeeees 111 Playing optical media 111 Recording optical media scce 111 Removing a disc with the computer on 112 Removing a disc with the computer off 112 Caring for optical diSCS oeenn 113 Toshiba s online resources cccceecesseeeeeeeees 113 Chapter 3 Mobile Computing 114 Toshiba s energy Saver G SIQN cccceeeseeeseees 114 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice ccce 115 Power management ccenn 116 Using additional batteries 0 eens 116 Charging batteries 116 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RIC battery ee 117 Monitoring main battery powWel ccceceere 118 Determining remaining battery power 119 What to do when the main battery FUNS OW acronis tsensieacotseateste 120 Setting battery notifications oo 120 Conserving battery power eee 121 POW CEP AS sascctives ae cacstaccenestdrcteantacceenteccauaree 122 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 123 Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan ssc 124 Changing the main battery 0 eee 124 Removing the battery from the computer 124
137. ing from your computer Please contact TOSHIBA computer product support on Web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or pcsupport toshiba com in the United States for more information Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection If you should experience any such problem immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or pcsupport toshiba com in the United States for more information 23 Approved Countries Regions for use B uetooth wireless technology Bluetooth Card from Toshiba equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Bulgaria Canada Chile China Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Egypt Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Hong Kong Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Jordan Korea Kuwait Latvia Lebanon Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Malta Netherlands New Zealand Norway Oman Per
138. ing optical media Depending on the configuration your computer may come with an optical disc drive that allows you to Play pre recorded and recorded optical media o Read write data and multi media files to recordable optical media 1 1 2 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive For more information regarding supported optical media formats please refer to your computer s detailed specifications at pcsupport toshiba com NOTE Due to manufacturing and quality variations in third party optical media e g CD or DVD or optical media players recorders in certain cases your Toshiba optical disc drive may not record on certain optical media that bear the applicable logo or play back optical media recorded by other computers or optical media recorders Additionally certain optical media recorded on your optical disc drive may not play back or operate properly on other computers or optical media players These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical disc drive Please refer to your computer s product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities Copy protection technology may also prevent or limit recording or viewing of certain optical media For details on how to use the software please refer to the respective Online Help menus Removing a disc with the computer on To remove an optical disc with the computer turned on 1 Press the eject button on th
139. ing the battery 47 checking device properties 168 cleaning the computer 94 communications network connection 135 set up 134 computer caring for 94 cleaning 94 environmental precautions 41 130 moving 95 restarting 89 running on battery power 114 setting up 44 turning off 84 turning off more quickly 87 turning off options 84 warning resume failure message 164 computer lock 95 computing tips 96 configuring Hibernation mode 89 Hibernation mode options 89 Sleep mode 91 Sleep mode options 92 connecting AC adaptor 45 AC adaptor cord to DC IN 46 computer to a network 135 HDMI compatible TV or external display device 80 monitor 80 power cord cable 46 power source 46 connection set up 135 cooling fan adequate ventilation 44 customize computer settings 94 D desktop creating new icon 132 exploring the 131 icons 132 recycle bin 132 standard features 132 Windows operating system 131 Device Manager 168 checking properties 168 directing display output 81 disabling TouchPad 79 202 Disk Defragmenter 174 Index 223 disk drive corrupted damaged data files 174 missing files trouble accessing a drive 173 running slow 174 display does not look normal flickers 172 external monitor not working 173 display devices external 79 display output settings 81 display panel opening 48 display problems screen is blank 171 display external adjusting 82 disposal information 28 disposing of used batte
140. ired for viewing BD content Dual view feature is not supported You must close all other applications during BD playback BD player does not support DVD playback Please use Windows Media player or TOSHIBA DVD Player for DVD playback s BD playback feature support may vary with each BD Please contact content publisher directly with any questions s Do not play a Blu ray Disc when recording a TV program whether live or pre scheduled Doing so may cause Blu ray Disc playback or television program recording errors While playing a BD J title keyboard short cut and resume play functions are not supported s BD player does not support HD DVDs Blu ray Discs with high definition content is required for HD viewing s Do not place your computer in sleep or hibernate mode while the Blu ray Disc player is running The region code of your BD video must match the region code of your BD player Otherwise the BD will not play properly Region codes can be set from the BD software that came with your computer s Make sure to connect your computer s power cord cable to a live electrical outlet via the AC Adaptor when playing a BD otherwise Blu ray Disc playback may not operate smoothly lf Something Goes Wrong 1 T Sound system problems Sound system problems No sound is coming from the computer s speakers Adjust the volume control Try pressing Fn Esc to see if volume mute is disabled Check that the
141. ive TOSHIBA Recovery Wizard TOSHIBA Sample Image Warning screen 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next TOSHIBA Recovery Wizard Selecting a process gt Please select an oplion gt Recovery of Fedory Defauli Sofwan Recover to out ol box state Erase the hard disk Delete all the data and partitions from your hard drive Nene coea Sample Image Selecting a Process screen 6 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears Select Recover to out of box state Getting Started 63 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TOSHIBA Rooowory Wizard E Recovery of Factory Default Soltware gt Please select a recovery mead Recover lo oul of boo slabs Recover without changing the hand drive partitions O Fisoower to a custom sine partition own mee cance Sample Image Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Click Next A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery process Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding see Backing up your work on page 106 8 Click Next to begin the recovery When the process is complete a message displays indicating that the internal storage drive has been recovered 9 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer Recovering to a cu
142. l problems 180 external keyboard 171 keyboard 171 optical disc drive 174 turning off computer 84 computer more quickly 87 options 84 turning on power 49 U USB compatible printer 82 user password deleting 152 Index 229 user password setting 151 Connect to the Internet 135 using a microphone 137 BDs 107 computer lock 95 DVDs 107 external display devices 79 Hibernation mode 89 hot key to set a power plan 123 Memory card reader 139 optical disc drive 107 Shut down command 86 Sleep mode 91 TOSHIBA eco power plan 124 TouchPad 75 Web Camera 139 using the keyboard 97 using the overlay for cursor control 101 Utilities 142 V video projector adjusting display 82 W warranty standard limited warranty 40 Web Camera using 139 Web sites 187 Wi Fi wireless networking 134 Windows Explorer starting a program from 102 Windows operating system desktop 131 Help and Support 167 problem solving 165 Windows Start menu starting a program 101 wireless networking 134 wizards
143. l was rot part al fhe dela peal Sample Image TOSHIBA Application Installer screen 3 Click the item you want to install I Toshiba Application and Driver installer Satelite L645 me Choose an tem and press the instal bution veson a v75 303 217 Docdcom Wireless LAN Dever Conexart Audo Dever Conexant Modem Dever Contighree Dori Labet Once Requrenerts reel COhrosat SW ratatanen Liity hto Management Engne terface ree Proset hte Rape Storage Technology tver betel taian i mee Mu cio ce _ Sample Image TOSHIBA Application Installer selection screen 4 Click Install then follow the on screen prompts to complete the installation process Utilities 1 49 Setting passwords Setting passwords Setting a password lets you walk away from your computer while providing additional protection for your files When you set a password you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again TOSHIBA supports several types of passwords on your computer An instant password Secures your open programs and files when leaving the computer temporarily NOTE You need to have created a password for your Windows account to use an instant password A power on password Prevents unauthorized users from starting the computer A supervisor password Prohibits unauthorized users from accessing certain functions such as TOSHIBA Hardware Setup This is useful if more than one per
144. lands New Caledonia New Zealand Nicaragua Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar R union Romania Russia Saint Martin Saipan San Marino Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Tahiti Taiwan Turkey Turk Islands Ukraine UAE United Arab Emirates United Kingdom Uruguay USA Vatican Venezuela Vietnam Virgin Islands Zimbabwe Approved Countries Regions for the Intel Wireless Wi Fi Link 622ANHMW and 633ANHMW Series This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Canada USA 16 Approved Countries Regions for the Atheros Wireless Wi Fi Link AR5B95 Series This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Albania Argentina CNC Australia 693 GI 2007 3655 GI 2007 Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Bangladesh Belgium Bolivia Bosnia Brazil Brunei Bulgaria Cambodia Canada Chile China Colombia Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Estonia Finland France Germany Ghana
145. lay panel and turn the computer upside down Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position L640 series L650 series Sample Illustration Unlocking the battery release lock 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer L640 series L650 series Sample Illustration Removing the battery AWARNING Ifthe battery is leaking or its case is cracked put on protective gloves to handle it and discard it immediately Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations Put insulating tape such as cellophane tape on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible short circuit fire or electric shock Failure to do so could possibly result in serious injury 1 20 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity TION i the battery does not slide into the slot easily move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again Do not force the battery into position L640 series L650 series Sample Illustration Inserting the battery 3 Slide the battery release lock to the locked position
146. lays indicating that the C drive has been recovered 10 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all information stored on the C drive Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery see Backing up your work on page 106 If you have created other partitions for example a D drive those partitions will remain intact and any information on them will not be affected NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it is strongly recommended that your computer be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor You can recover the C drive without affecting other partitions by either using the utilities stored on your computer s internal storage drive or by using recovery DVDs media if you have created such media To recover using the first method follow the procedure below To recover using the second method see Restoring from recovery DVDs media on page 71 To recover using the utilities on your computer s internal storage drive 1 Make sure the computer is turned off 2 Press and hold the 0 zero key on your keyboard while powering on the computer 3 If your system offers a choice of Windows 7 32 bit or 64 bit operating system select one at this time If not skip to step 4 Getting Started 6
147. le all select To cancel select 202 Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Disabling or enabling the TouchPad This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables disables the TouchPad For more information on using the TouchPad see Using the TouchPad on page 75 Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options F9 Touch Pad ays Enable Sample Image Disable or Enable TouchPad options To enable the TouchPad select To disable the TouchPad select Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 203 Zoom Display resolution This TOSHIBA Card or hot key switches screen resolution Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options m ESO Space bar Normal O Sample Image Screen resolution options Cycle through the screen resolutions then select the desired resolution Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards 204 Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions m F10 3 Fn TI _ _ n 5 END PRTSC n z k Fn a NO A Bo Yy Fn m m Fn This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off This hot key takes a snapshot of your display screen NOTE This key applies to the L650 series This hot key turns th
148. le through the computer Online may refer to information being read from your own computer s internal storage drive such as online documentation or online Help or to information coming from another company on a company network or the Internet operating system A set of programs that controls how the computer works Examples of operating systems are the Windows Vista Home Basic and Windows 7 operating systems optical disc drive A drive which reads plastic coated discs on which information is recorded digitally and uses a laser to read data music or videos palette See color palette parallel Processes that occur simultaneously In communications it means the transmission of more than one bit of information at a time On your computer the parallel port provides a parallel communications interface between the computer and an appropriate device Most modern printers are parallel Compare serial Glossary 21 password A unique string of characters entered by a user to verify his or her identity to the computer or the network PC Card A credit card sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of computers PC Cards provide functions such as modem fax modem hard disk drive network adapter sound card or SCSI adapter peripheral Any device such as a printer or joystick that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer s CPU pixel Short for picture elem
149. ll types of supported media devices 1 Turn the media so that the contacts metal areas are face down 2 Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place 22 L640 series L650 series Sample Illustration Inserting memory media CAUTION When inserting memory media do not touch the metal contacts You could expose the storage area to static electricity which can destroy data Removing memory media 1 Prepare the card for removal by clicking on the Show hidden icons button a if necessary in the notification area and then ie selecting the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon If the system is unable to prepare the media for safe removal a message will tell you to try again later If the media can be removed now the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware If the computer has a spring loaded adapter slot see step 2 otherwise skip to step 3 2 Gently press the card inward to release it The card pops out slightly Exploring Your Computer s Features 1 4 Using the eSATA USB combo port 3 Grasp the card and pull it straight out 64D series 650 series Sample Illustration Removing memory media CAUTION Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read Even when the Windows message copying disappears writing to the media might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed Wait for the indicator light to go out Using the eSATA USB
150. m Emirates Uruguay USA Venezuela Vietnam Zimbabwe following table Approved Countries Regions for the Realtek RTL8187B This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the CAUTION Do notuse this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Albania Algeria Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Bangladesh Belgium Bolivia Bosnia Brazil Brunei Bulgaria Cambodia Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Estonia Finland France Germany Ghana Greece Guatemala Herzegovina Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Israel Italy Japan Jate Japan Teleco Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kyrgyzstan Kuwait Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macedonia Malaysia Malta Mexico Monaco Morocco Mozambique Netherlands New Zealand Nicaragua Nigeria Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Romania Russia Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia and Montenegro Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey Ukraine UAE United Arab United Kingdom Uruguay Emirates USA Venezuela Vietnam Yemen Zimbabwe
151. 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 this equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required But if advanced notice is not practical the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible Also you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary If trouble is experienced with this equipment for repair or standard limited watranty information please contact Toshiba Corporation Toshiba America Information Systems Inc or an authorized representative of Toshiba or the Toshiba Customer Support Center within the United States at 800 457 7777 or Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved 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 following information is only applicable if your computer has the capability to send and receive fax transmissions The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unla
152. mple Image TOSHIBA eco Utility window To activate the TOSHIBA eco power plan select ON in the upper left section of the screen For more information on the TOSHIBA eco power plan and utility click the Help button at the bottom of the window Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station 1 61 TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying you when updated software firmware documentation or other information is available for your computer The TOSHIBA Service Station will alert you when updates are available and you can then choose to install the updates if you wish TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as power consumption the cooling system and the 3D Accelerometer available on certain models It alerts users to specific system conditions via pop up messages It also tracks the usage of the computer and related devices and logs service relevant information on the computer s internal storage drive The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes e g number of power button and Fn key combination uses and AC adaptor battery LCD fan HDD sound volume wireless communication switch docking and USB information date of initial system use and also computer and device usage e g power settings battery temperature and recharging
153. ms offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals Check your program s documentation to see if it has an automatic save feature 1 04 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving files 1 Click on the arrow in the upper left corner of your Windows based application to display the drop down menu and then click Save If you are working with a document that already has a file name this is all you need to do If you created a new document your program displays a Save As dialog box Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name OO ieme amens T EE Onyi He folder E Favorites Documents library E Desktop Includes 7 locations inte et ip Gowndoads my Pens Nowe Date madad Trea Fox 562008 4 57 PM Pike folder wa Uri Seamed lkada DARA ASPM les Dolch a Music w Pius H ves pE Crn SACRO i Cay j a Sanne im bye Fae Tea hid HIF CES m ernten a Sample Image Save As dialog box 2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored 3 Type a file name then click Save File names The Windows operating system supports long file names that can contain up to 260 characters and can include spaces Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more than eight characters You may use all the letters numbers and other characters on the keyboard except for these chara
154. n external media or flash media it does not go into the Recycle Bin The file is permanently deleted e Permanently deleted files cannot be recovered from the Recycle Bin For more information on the Recycle Bin see Windows online Help Go NOTE If you place the pointer over an icon a popup description of the file contents appears Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration See Windows online Help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it Start button You use the Start button to Start programs Open documents Adjust system settings Find files Access Windows Help and Support Suspend system activity and shut down the computer NOTE Whenever a procedure in this User s Guide instructs you to click Start it means that you should click the Start button 1 3 4 Exploring Your Computer s Features Setting up for communications Taskbar Each time you open a program a button associated with that program appears on the taskbar With some programs a button appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open You can use these buttons to quickly switch between the programs or windows To make a program or window the currently active one click the associated taskbar button Notification area The notification area displays icons of tasks or programs that run continuously in the background and displays notification
155. n is completed and will clean up anything that the installation utility left behind Do one installation at a time If you have several new items to add to your computer system install just one at a time creating restore points immediately before each successive installation This will make it much easier to determine the origin of any new problems For best results follow this sequence 1 Back up critical data Create a restore point Install one item of hardware or software Restart the Windows operating system nan A U N Use the new hardware or software for a while noting any new problems Make sure that your critical applications email business applications etc are working correctly and verify that important devices are still functioning 6 For each additional hardware or software item repeat these steps starting at step 1 if any of your critical data has changed or starting at step 2 if no critical data has changed 1 86 lf Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance The eSATA device is not recognized from Sleep or Hibernation mode A connected eSATA device may not be recognized if it is connected to the computer s eSATA USB combo port available on certain models while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode If this occurs disconnect the eSATA device and then reconnect the device while the computer is turned on NOTE Before connecting the eSATA device to your computer and external
156. n of a device Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of changing them Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a device Properties include the name of the manufacturer the type of device the drivers installed and the system resources assigned to the device To check a device s properties 1 Click Start Control Panel System and Security and then under System click Device Manager To view the device s installed double click the device type To view the properties double click the device The operating system displays the device Properties dialog box which provides an array of tabs They may include gt The General tab which provides basic information about the device The Resources tab which lists resources assigned to the device This tab does not appear if the device is not using resources The Driver tab which displays the drivers being used by the device This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is causing a problem The tabs that appear in the dialog box vary from one device to another For more information about Device Manager refer to Windows online Help If Something
157. n the computer is operated on battery power the screen will dim and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power Disk or storage drive problems Problems with the storage drive or with an external media drive usually show up as an inability to access the drive or as sector errors Sometimes a drive problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them Typical problems are You are having trouble accessing a drive or one or more files appear to be missing Make sure you are identifying the drive by its correct name A or C Error checking NOTE This feature is not available for optical disc drives Run Error checking which analyzes the directories and files on the storage drive and repairs any damage it finds To run Error checking 1 Click Start and then Computer 2 Right click the drive you want to check 3 On the pop up menu click Properties The drive s Properties box appears 1 T 4 lf Something Goes Wrong Optical disc drive problems Click the Tools tab 5 Click the Check now button The Check Disk box appears 6 You can choose one or both options Automatically fix file system errors Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors 7 Click Start Error checking tests and repairs the storage drive Your hard disk seems very slow If you have been using your computer for a long time your files may have become fragmented Run Disk Defr
158. nal storage device Connect your computer to the office network and copy files to your network partition Some people use a combination of these methods backing up all files to tape weekly and copying critical files to external media on a daily basis 1 82 lf Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits If you have installed your own programs you should back up these programs as well as your data files If something goes wrong that requires you to reformat your internal storage drive and start again reloading all your programs and data files from a backup source will save time Read the user s guides It is very difficult to provide a fail safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together Get familiar with all the user s guides provided with your computer as well as the manuals that come with the programs and devices you purchase Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of self help books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals Data and system configuration backup in the Windows operating system The Windows operating system offers some easy to use features for backing up your Windows settings and your data documents and other important files Take advantage of these features to protect yourself from much more difficult
159. nd allows you to customize a range of computer settings To access TOSHIBA Assist click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities and then TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist window appears TOSHIBA Assist You can easily access Help and Service Category Contents CONNECT Bluetooth Settings E SECURE A PROTECT amp FIX OPTIMIZE You can connect your computer to network more easily Sample Image TOSHIBA Assist window The TOSHIBA Assist offers four categories of options gt Connect Secure Protect amp Fix Optimize gt Sd Sd Utiliti 1 44 H Assist Connect The feature available in this category is Bluetooth Settings TOSHIBA Assist You can easily access Help and Service Category Contents CONNECT bd Bluetooth Settings SECURE PROTECT amp FIX E OPTIMIZE You can connect your computer to network more easily Sample Image TOSHIBA Assist window Connect tab Utiliti TOSHIBA Aula 49 Secure The features available in this category are Supervisor password User password TOSHIBA Assist You can easily access Help and Service Category Contents a CONNECT w a Supervisor User password password J SECURE PROTECT amp FIX O OPTIMIZE You can keep your computer more secure Web Help Sample Image TOSHIBA Assist window Secure tab 1 46 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist
160. necting 80 Index 227 R safety precautions real time clock RTC battery 127 battery 115 saving files 103 104 recording sounds 137 screen recovery does not look normal flickers 172 checking internal storage drive screen problems operating status 74 creating recovery DVDs media 68 erasing internal storage drive 73 installing drivers and applications 75 internal storage drive 59 out of box state 61 restoring from recovery DVDs media 71 to custom size partition 63 without changing drive partitions 66 recycle bin icon 132 registering computer 50 removing an optical disc with computer on 112 and optical disc with computer off 112 battery from the computer 124 memory module 57 memory module slot cover 53 restarting computer 89 restoring your work 106 RJ 11 jack 137 running computer on battery power 114 S safety computer 130 disposing of batteries 129 icons 39 precautions 42 blank screen 171 Search programs and files field starting a program 103 selecting a place to work 41 power plan options 122 video cables 80 setting low battery notifications 120 setting up AC adaptor 45 adding memory 50 communications 134 computer 44 software Setup Wizard 49 work environment 41 setting up a connection 135 settings customize computer settings 94 display output 81 Shut down button 52 86 command 86 computer 52 86 Hibernation mode 89 Sleep mode 92 Sleep mode 85 configuring 91 configuring options 92 hot key 197
161. ng the Start menu If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode data will be lost NOTE For this model Slot A is the bottom slot Slot B is the top slot If only one memory module is to be installed it must be installed in Slot A 02 Getting Started Adding memory optional If the computer is on begin at step 1 otherwise skip to step 3 1 Click Start Help and Support All Programs SS e Shut down F Start button shut down button Sample Image Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in the lower right corner of the Start menu The computer closes all open programs shuts down the operating system and then turns off Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer including the AC adaptor Place a soft cloth on the work surface to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer and then place the computer upside down on the cloth Remove the main battery For information on removing the main battery see Removing the battery from the computer on page 124 1000 L640 series L650 series Memory module Slot cover Front of computer Sample Illustration Locating the memory module slot cover Getting Started 53 Adding memory optional 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver loosen the captive screws that secure the memory module slot cover B ja
162. nt the computer to go into Sleep mode when you close the display panel gt Sd Power button action Set this option to Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep mode when you press the power button 7 Click Apply 8 Click OK Once the computer is configured you can place it into Sleep mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel depending on the Sleep options set 904 Getting Started Customizing your computers settings Starting again from Sleep mode To start up the computer from Sleep mode press the power button until the ON OFF light glows white The computer returns to the screen s you were using If you place the computer in Sleep mode by closing the display panel you can start it again by opening the display panel Closing the display panel After you have turned off the computer close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer Customizing your computer s settings There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details You may also wish to customize your power usage settings For more information see Power Plans on page 122 There are additional custom settings you can choose See Utilities on page 142 Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer For information about taking
163. ny losses that may occur to you your organization or others as a result of the inability to access your computer 152 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power on password functions 1 NA oO b amp b UDN Click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities and then TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist window appears On the left side click the Secure tab Click the User Password icon Click Registered Enter your password and then enter it again to verify Click OK Click OK to exit Deleting a user password To cancel the power on password function 1 nan Aa Ww N Click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities and then TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist window appears On the left side click the Secure tab Click the User Password icon Click Not Registered Follow the on screen instructions to remove the user password Utilities 1 53 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility Your computer may come with the TOSHIBA Face Recognition utility This utility provides another way to log on to your computer NOTE For high security purposes TOSHIBA Face Recognition is not a suitable substitute for Windows passwords To ensure the security of your system use your established Windows passwords to log on Please refer to the online help file to learn more about this utility and what it offers To locate the help file go to Start All Programs
164. o determine if your printer supports Plug and Play check its documentation If your printer does not support Plug and Play you can set up the printer as described in Setting up a printer on page 83 To connect a printer to your computer e lt 1 Connect the printer cable to the printer and then connect the other end to one of the computer s USB ports 2 Plug the printer s power cable into a live AC outlet Setting up a printer NOTE some printers require a specific installation process Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure If your printer does not support Plug and Play follow these steps to set it up for the first time You only need to set up the printer once 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and then under Devices and Printers click Add a printer The Add Printer Wizard appears What type of printer do you want to install Adda local printer Use this option onb if you don t have a USE printer Windows automatecally installs USE prenters when you plug them im Add a network wireless or Bluetooth printer Make sure that your computer i cted to the network or that your Blucteoth or wireless printer is tumed on Sample Image Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on screen instructions to set up your printer 8 4 Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off the computer CAUTION Pressing
165. olid state lamp SSL that uses light emitting diodes LEDs as the source of light which offers long life and high efficiency output Multiple diodes are used together since the light created by individual light emitting diodes is small compared to incandescent and compact fluorescent lamps LCD Liquid Crystal Display A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels When an electric current passes through the electrodes the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it A filter over the electrodes permits only non polarized light to pass to the surface of the display creating light and dark pixels load To move information from a storage device such as a hard disk into memory for processing local area network See LAN logical drive A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive A system s logical drives may differ from its physical drives For example a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives 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 also RAM ROM microprocessor See Central Processing Unit CP
166. ombination of keys that activates a memory resident program hot swapping The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change I icon A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function file or program interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which only every other line of pixels is refreshed Interlaced monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image Compare non interlaced internal device See device Internet The decentralized world wide network of computers that provides electronic mail the World Wide Web and other services See also World Wide Web K keyboard shortcut A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as a mouse L L1 level one cache Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed See also cache CPU cache L2 cache L2 level two 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 CPU cache LI cache Glossary 21 D LAN Local Area Network 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 LED Light Emitting Diode A s
167. omputer through a modem or network 2 To send font data from the computer to a printer See also upload drag To hold down the mouse button while moving the pointer to drag a selected object In the Windows operating system this refers to the left mouse button unless otherwise stated driver See device driver DVD An individual digital versatile or video disc See also DVD ROM DVD ROM Digital Versatile or Video Disc Read Only Memory A very high capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data Each DVD ROM can hold as much data as several CD ROMs Compare CD ROM E emulation A technique in which a device or program imitates another device or program enable To turn on a computer option See also disable eSATA An external device that supports hot swapping and fast data transfer Very useful in storing and transferring large files executable file A computer program that is ready to run Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files Names of executable files usually end with a bat or exe extension expansion device A device that connects to a computer to expand its capabilities Other names for an expansion device are port expander port replicator docking station or network adapter extension See file extension external device See device Glossary 21 3 file A collection of related information saved on disk with a uni
168. on 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 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 Caution Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate 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 this device can be found on the label affixed to your computer NOTICE The Ringer Equivalence Number REN assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of
169. only charge while the computer is turned on 1 1 8 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power To recharge the RTC battery plug the computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on If the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged a warning prompts you to reset the real time Clock The computer can be used while the RTC battery is being charged although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored Monitoring main battery power q__ The computer s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery s current charge Glows amber while the main battery is being charged AC adaptor connected Glows white when the main battery is fully charged Is unlit when the battery has discharged the battery is not charging or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending upon power management settings applications and features used o Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging either a
170. oprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board airplanes or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized The antenna s used for this transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Regulatory Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards CO Canada Industry Canada IC This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada The installer of this radio equipment must ensure t
171. opying your system s recovery files to USB flash drive s 4 Do one of the following gt If you are copying files to DVD insert a blank DVD into the optical disc drive If you are copying files to a USB flash drive connect a USB flash drive of the required minimum capacity as specified in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility to your computer CAUTION All information stored on your DVDs or USB flash drive s will be erased during the process of creating the recovery DVDs media Be Sure to save the information stored on your external media to another Storage device before executing this procedure or use blank media 5 Click the Create button in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility dialog box 6 Follow the on screen prompts to complete the copy process NOTE If you are copying the recovery files to DVDs be sure to label each DVD in the set sequentially for example 1 of 3 2 of 3 etc so that you will know in which order to insert the discs during recovery For information on using the Recovery media you have created with the preceding steps see Restoring from recovery DV Ds media on page 71 Getting Started 11 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Restoring from recovery DVDs media CAUTION Ihe recovery process deletes information stored on the internal Storage drive Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery see
172. ou want to customize and then choose settings that reflect how you want your computer to manage power Sleep USB settings Power buttons and lid Lid close action Power button action PCI Express Processor power management Display Multimedia settings Battery Sample Image Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 5 Select the options you want from the drop down lists NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power gt Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down when you close the display panel gt Power button action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down when you press the power button 6 Click Apply 7 Click OK Once the computer is configured you can turn it off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel depending on the options set Getting Started 89 Turning off the computer Restarting your computer To start the computer up again press the power button until the ON OFF light glows white If you turn off the computer by closing the display panel you can start it again by opening the display panel Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn off the computer using the Hibernation command 1 Click Start and then click the arrow next to the Shut down button in the lower ri
173. packaged with your system or visit qm HINT To purchase additional memory modules see the cP accessories toshiba com Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today s popular applications You may want to increase the computer s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data Getting Started ol Adding memory optional NOTE Before adding external devices or memory Toshiba recommends Setting up your software See Setting up your software on page 49 Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in the memory module slots on the base of the computer You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure If the computer has been running recently the memory module s may be hot The surrounding area may also be hot Allow the module s to cool to room temperature before replacing it Avoid touching the cover the module s and the surrounding area before they have cooled Failure to follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury To avoid damaging the computer s screws use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in good condition CAUTION Installing a memory module with the computer s power on may damage the computer the module or both The computer has two memory slots Slot A and Slot B You can install one or two memory modules CAUTION Before you install or remove a memory module turn off the computer usi
174. power source read the documentation that came with the device and follow the manufacturer s instructions If you need further assistance If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and are still having problems you may need additional technical assistance This section contains the steps to take to ask for help Before you contact Toshiba Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first Try the following before you contact Toshiba Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation Ifthe problem occurs while you are running a program consult the program s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions Contact the software company s technical support group for their assistance Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and or program Your dealer is your best source for current information For the detailed specifications for your computer visit pcsupport toshiba com Click Product Support search for your model and then click Detailed Specs Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware related Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you lf Something Goes Wrong 1 87 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Toshiba s Technical Support Web site For technical support or to stay current on the most re
175. powering down 92 Shut down 92 starting again from 94 using 91 software 220 Index Setup Wizard 49 software program starting 101 starting from Start menu 101 sound problem solving 177 sounds recording 137 speakers using external 138 start button 133 starting a program 101 Search programs and files field 103 Windows Explorer 102 Windows Start menu 101 starting a program from Start 101 starting again from Hibernation mode 91 Sleep mode 94 Startup menu problem solving 166 supervisor password deleting 151 supervisor password set up 150 system indicator lights AC power 45 drive in use indicator 109 LEDs 46 47 49 89 91 94 100 101 118 119 139 T taskbar 134 telephone line connecting to modem 136 television adjusting display 82 tips for computing 96 Toshiba online resources 113 registering computer Toshiba Web site 50 worldwide offices 188 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 Toshiba accessories memory 50 TOSHIBA Application Installer 148 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect tab 144 Optimize tab 147 Protect amp Fix tab 146 Secure tab 145 TOSHIBA eco power plan 124 TOSHIBA eco Utility 160 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 153 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 156 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 154 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 161 TOSHIBA Service Station 161 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 158 TouchPad using 75 traveling tips 130 troubleshooting BD player general problems 180 DVD player genera
176. prior written permission of Toshiba No patent liability is assumed however with respect to the use of the information contained herein 2010 by Toshiba America Information Systems Inc All rights reserved 2 Export Administration Regulation This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U S Export Administration Regulations and may be subject to the approval of the U S Department of Commerce prior to export Any export directly or indirectly in contravention of the U S Export Administration Regulations is prohibited Notice The information contained in this manual including but not limited to any product specifications is subject to change without notice TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS INC TOSHIBA PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES WHETHER BASED ON TORT CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED
177. program giving a direction or requesting input from the user Direct Current DC The type of power usually supplied by batteries DC flows in one direction Compare Alternating Current AC Direct Memory Access DMA A dedicated channel bypassing the CPU that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device directory See folder disable To turn a computer option off See also enable disc A round flat piece of material designed to be read from and written to by optical laser technology and used in the production of optical discs such as CDs and DVDs Compare disk disk A round flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form and used in the production of magnetic disks such as hard disks Compare disc See also hard disk disk drive The device that reads and writes information and programs on external media or hard disk It rotates the disk at high speed past one or more read write heads 21 2 Glossary document Any file created with an application and if saved to disk given a name by which it can be retrieved See also file 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 download 1 In communications to receive a file from another c
178. ption of waste management strategies that focus on recycling and reuse This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the market in European Union EU member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol If the product s 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 bin symbol on the battery Pb Hg Cd E In the European Union these symbols indicate that when the last end user wishes to discard this product it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in other countries such as the United States Although the initial emphasis is in Europe Toshiba is already working with design engineers suppliers and other partners to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end of life strategies for our products Please contact your local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of this product For information on how to trade in or recycle your product visit www reuse toshiba com 11 VCCI Class B Information TOREJ HRUBRESSRESRAEMAMBS VCCI DRE ICLEOCVIFABRRNRE CT COR
179. que name A file may be a program information used by a program or a document See also document File Allocation Table FAT The section of a storage drive that keeps track of the location of stored files file name A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a particular folder It consists of two parts the actual name and the file name extension See also file extension file extension The three characters following the period pronounced dot at the end of a file name The extension indicates the type of file Examples are exe for program files and hlp for help files See also file name folder Also called directory A container for organizing files saved to a disk A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical image icon of a file folder A folder can contain files and other folders format verb To prepare a blank disk for use with the computer s operating system Formatting creates a structure on the disk so the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it frontside bus The primary pathway bus between the CPU and the computer s main memory Also called system bus See also bus function keys The keys labeled F1 through F12 typically located on the keyboard Their function is determined by the operating system and or individual programs ground A conductor to which all components of an electric circuit are connected It
180. r function as the secondary mouse button 100 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys NOTE This section applies to the L640 series The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10 key keypad on a desktop computer s keyboard Z l i FETTEEE Ie er JE JEJE Ce eG IE J e Niece Jee jie et Sample Illustration Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data NOTE This section applies to the L640 series The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys To turn the numeric overlay on press Fn and F11 simultaneously The numeric overlay light on the system indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on To disable the numeric overlay hold down the Fn key and press F11 again The numeric overlay light on the system indicator panel goes out Learning the Basics 1 01 Starting a program Using the overlay for cursor control NOTE This section applies to the L640 series t The keys with the gray arrows and symbols on their left front are the cursor control overlay keys To turn the cursor control overlay on press Fn and F10 simultaneously The cursor control overlay light on the sys
181. r verify the startup procedure to fix the problem To do this use the options in the Startup menu To open the Startup menu 1 Restart your computer 2 Press F8 when your computer starts and before Windows starts loading The Windows Advanced Boot Options menu displays these options Repair Your Computer Safe Mode Safe Mode with Networking Safe Mode with Command Prompt Enable Boot Logging Enable low resolution video 640 x 480 Last Known Good Configuration advanced Directory Services Restore Mode Debugging Mode Disable automatic restart on system failure Disable Driver Signature Enforcement Start Windows Normally When you highlight each option using the arrow keys Windows displays information about each option at the bottom after Description See your Windows documentation for further explanation lf Something Goes Wrong 1 6 The Windows operating system is not working NOTE If your computer is connected to a network the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet They include network speed network conditions time of day when everyone else is surfing your access can be slow and popularity of the sites you are trying to access If accessing a particular site is very slow try later My browser cannot find the UR
182. r work on page 106 8 Click Next to begin the recovery When the process is complete a message displays indicating that the C drive has been recovered 9 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer Creating recovery DVDs media It is strongly recommended that you create recovery DVDs media If the recovery files on your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted you can restore your system from your recovery DVDs media Also if your original internal storage drive fails you can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from your recovery DVDs media Getting Started 69 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE When you create recovery DVDs media only the operating system files applications and drivers originally shipped with the computer are backed up to the external media and can be restored from this media Any files that you created are not backed up on the recovery DVDs media You will need to separately back up the files you created for more information see Backing up your work on page 106 When you create recovery DVDs media the system will prompt you to insert several blank DVDs or connect one or more USB flash drives of a certain minimum capacity to your computer The amount of space required for storing the recovery files varies by computer model Follow the procedure below to determine how much space you will need for storing your system s recovery files
183. rage drive as described in the sections below However it is strongly recommended that you create recovery DVDs media If the recovery files on your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted you can restore your system from your recovery DVDs media Also if your original internal storage drive fails you can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from your recovery DVDs media It is strongly recommended that you create recovery DVDs media before using your system for the first time See Creating recovery DVDs media on page 68 and Restoring from recovery DVDs media on page 71 NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it is strongly recommended that your computer be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of erasing your internal storage drive without restoring the information on the drive See Erasing the Internal Storage Drive on page 73 for more information s When you restore your system only the operating system files applications and drivers originally shipped with the computer are restored Any files that you created are not restored during this process Be sure to separately save the files you have created to external media using Windows Backup or another backup program For more information see Backing up your work on page 106 Getting Started 61 Recovering the Internal
184. rased 6 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer Checking the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your internal storage drive you can check its status as follows 1 Click Start Right click Computer Select Manage Click Disk Management nan AeA WwW N Highlight the internal storage drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen Getting Started 15 Using the TouchPad Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer To reinstall drivers and applications 1 Click Start All Programs My Toshiba and then TOSHIBA Application Installer Click Next Click the item you want to install Click Install Follow the on screen prompts to complete the installation process Using the TouchPad nan A U N NOTE Some of the TouchPad operations described in this section are only supported in certain applications You can use the TouchPad the small touch sensitive area in front of the keyboard and the adjacent control buttons to Move the pointer on the screen Select an item on the screen Open or activate an item on the screen Scroll through a document or information Zoom in for a close up view lt Zoom out to see more information at once TouchPad oy i 2 G gt A
185. reate and store on its internal storage drive Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or even destroy it the next most valuable component of your computer system may be a recent backup of your data Fortunately the Windows operating system offers a convenient way to back up your computer or just your important files to optical disc drives or hard drives An external hard drive is recommended in case the internal storage drive fails No additional software is required Most of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to or burn as well as read from optical discs External optical disc writers are also widely available Follow these steps to back up your computer or files to optical discs or a storage drive NOTE You cannot back up the computer while running on battery power Connect the AC adaptor before continuing 1 Prepare your backup target by connecting it and or inserting a blank optical disc in the drive 2 Click Start 3 Click Control Panel 4 Click Back up your computer under the System and Security heading Follow the on screen instructions to back up your files For more help click Start Help and Support and search for back up files General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware printers pointing devices external hard drives
186. reful not to touch the lens or the area around it Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction Manual eject hole Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to press the manual eject button located inside the hole Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc into the drive 1 Make sure the computer is turned on The drive will not open if the computer s power is off 2 Make sure the drive s in use indicator light is off 3 Press the drive s eject button The disc tray slides partially out of the drive 1 1 0 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open Sample Illustration Drive tray fully extended 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust If the disc is dusty clean it as described in Caring for optical discs on page 113 6 Place the disc carefully in the disc tray label side up Sample Illustration Positioning the disc in the drive 7 Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until it clicks into place CAUTION Handle DVDs BDs and CDs carefully making contact only with the center hole and edge Do not touch the surface of the disc Do not Stack discs If you incorrectly handle the discs you could lose data 8
187. region Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes NOTE For optimum DVD and BD performance it is recommended that you play DVDs and BDs while running the computer on AC power NOTE When viewing DVD and BD movies use the DVD or BD player software that came with your computer Viewing Blu ray Disc movies Your system may come with a Blu ray Disc drive Due to differences between High Definition and previous viewing capabilities consider the following Use an HDCP High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDMI cable to view High Definition content via your Blu ray Disc drive on an external monitor or television The external monitor or television must support HDMI 108 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive gt Some Blu ray Disc movies have online content that can be accessed from the disc To view this content your computer must be connected to the Internet While viewing online content your system may not view it in High Definition on an external monitor even though your display setting is set to simultaneous This is due to the lower resolution used in the simultaneous setting For more information on your computer s display settings see Directing the display output when you turn on the computer on page 81 When an HDMI cable is used to send a High Definition signal to an external monitor the audio
188. remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer WARNING 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 hS gt Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source such as an electric blanket or heater Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire possibly resulting in Serious injury 17 Reconnect the cables 18 Restart the computer TECHNICAL NOTE You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work You can now continue setting up the computer When the operating system has loaded you can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in Checking total memory on page 59 Getting S
189. rged AC adaptor connected Glows white when the main battery is fully charged Is unlit when the main battery has discharged the battery is not charging or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet Getting Started 4 Charging the main battery y Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging either the main battery is malfunctioning or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply Disconnect the AC power cord cable and remove the main battery pack See Changing the main battery on page 124 for information on replacing the main battery Charging the main battery Before using the battery to power the computer you must charge the battery To charge the battery leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off until the battery light glows white After that the battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer CAUTION Once the battery is charged for the first time avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery G TECHNICAL NOTE The recharging of the battery cannot occur when f your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor e to run applications featur
190. rica South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Trinidad Turkey UAE United Arab Emirates United Kingdom Uruguay USA Venezuela Vietnam Zimbabwe 20 Approved Countries Regions for the Realtek RTL8191SE This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Albania Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Bangladesh Belgium Bolivia Bosnia Brazil Bulgaria Cambodia Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Estonia Finland France Ghana Germany Greece Herzegovina Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Israel Italy Jamaica Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia Lebanon Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macedonia Malaysia Malta Mexico Monaco Morocco Mozambique Netherlands Antilles Netherlands New Zealand Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Papua New Guinea _ Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Romania Russia Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Trinidad Tunisia Turkey UAE United Arab Ukraine United Kingdo
191. ries 129 DVD caring for discs 113 removing with computer off 112 removing with computer on 112 DVD player general problems 180 DVDs using 107 E eject button optical disc drive 109 eject optical disc drive 109 emulate a full size keyboard 98 enabling TouchPad 79 202 ENERGY STAR 36 error Messages problem with display settings current settings not working with hardware 172 warning resume failure 164 Error checking 173 eSATA connecting to the eSATA USB combo port 186 eSATA USB combo port Using 141 using 141 exploring desktop 131 external monitor not working 173 external devices keyboard 82 mouse 82 external display device HDMI Out port 79 RGB monitor port 79 external display adjusting 82 F FAT File Allocation Table 173 file extensions using 105 files backing up 96 106 file names 104 printing 105 restore 106 saving 103 104 using a file extension 105 function keys 99 H headphones using 138 Help and Support Windows operating system 167 Hibernation mode 85 configuring 89 configuring options 89 hot key 198 powering down 89 Shut down 89 Index 224 starting again from 91 using 89 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 201 display brightness 200 Hibernation mode 198 keyboard overlays 204 Lock Instant security 195 Output Display switch 199 power plan 196 Sleep mode 197 using to set a power plan 123 volume mute 194 Zoom Display resolution 20
192. rinter and memory Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use it To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adaptor See Connecting to a power source on page 45 Getting Started 4 Connecting to a power source O1 NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to operate Use the power cord cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet or to charge the computer s battery AWARNING Never pull ona power cord cable to remove a plug from a socket Always grasp the plug directly Failure to follow this instruction may damage the cord cable and or result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury WARNING Always confirm that the power plug and extension cable plug if used has been fully inserted into the socket to ensure a secure electrical connection Failure to do so may result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury Be careful if you use a multiple connector An overload on one socket could cause a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury WARNING Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger that may have been provided with your computer or use AC adaptors
193. rt toshiba com in the United States for more information Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 GHz to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 GHz to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device NOTE The above caution applies to products that operate with an 802 11a radio device O Wireless LAN and Your Health Wireless LAN products like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the pr
194. ry power Battery Notice Battery life rating is for comparison purposes only and does not indicate the battery life that will be obtained by any individual user Actual battery life may vary considerably from specifications 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 The battery life rating is only achieved on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate of a system s battery life under any conditions other than the specific test settings Recharge time varies depending on usage Battery may not charge while the 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 included with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com Use only batteries designed to work with your Toshiba computer To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power at least once a month The Lithium Ion battery has no memory effect so it is not necessary to let the battery fully discharge each time However for better accuracy of the battery meter it is h
195. s The first time you turn on your computer the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software Follow the on screen instructions 50 Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates announcements and special offers applicable to your product Product registration can be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http www register toshiba com or by clicking Start All Programs My Toshiba and then Toshiba Registration Failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty NOTE To register online you must be connected to the Internet Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory Toshiba recommends Setting up your software See Setting up your software on page 49 After starting your computer for the first time you may want to Add more memory see Adding memory optional on page 50 Connect a mouse see Using a mouse on page 82 Connect an external keyboard see Using an external keyboard on page 82 Connect an external monitor see Using external display devices on page 79 Connect a local printer see Connecting a printer on page 82 Adding memory optional accessories information
196. s Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery 12 Using this Equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz for second generation low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low power radio station 1 Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product The frequency bandwidth of this equipment may operate within the same range as industrial devices scientific devices medical devices microwave ovens licensed radio stations and non licensed specified low power radio stations for mobile object identification systems RFID used in factory product lines Other Radio Stations Before using this equipment ensure that it does not interfere with any of the equipment listed above If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations promptly change the frequency being used change the location of use or turn off the source of emissions Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations 2 Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment D 2 3 2 4DSOF4 oe 4 1 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHz
197. s To learn more about each task position the pointer over the icon for a few moments and a short description of the task appears Typical tasks in the notification area are Current time Power usage mode network connectivity status and speaker volume To activate a specific task click the appropriate notification area icon Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet use an online service or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer you need A browser or communications program An Internet Service Provider ISP or online service if you plan to use the Internet A way to connect to the ISP for example modem Wi Fi LAN etc Using Wireless LAN connectivity NOTE Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to purchase additional software external hardware or services Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited Your system may come with an optional wireless LAN module This is a technology that expands wireless communication beyond networking equipment and can connect many different kinds of electronic devices without the need for cables Exploring Your Computer s Features 1 35 Setting up for communications For information on how to set up a wireless connection refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication use the Hot Key Fn F8 For more
198. s Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis unless you have selected all those features This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer oO Y Sample Illustration System icons Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation An electronic version of the user s guide this document A Quick Start Card A Resource Guide It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system For accessory information visit Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com Service options Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement its standard limited warranty Toshiba s standard limited warranty extended warranty and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at warranty toshiba com To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport toshiba com If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba see If Something Goes Wrong on page 162 Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using your computer effectively summarizes how to connect components and explains what to do the firs
199. s specifically wireless Wi Fi networking The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks and may be for more advanced users If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology please see Windows Help and Support or contact your computer technician o If your computer is equipped with an internal Wi Fi adapter verify that the Wireless antenna is ON the wireless indicator light p will be lit gt NOTE lf Something Goes Wrong 1 19 Wireless networking problems Verify that your computer can detect access points or routers If it can detect a Wi Fi access point or router then it may be a configuration issue Verify that signal strength is good using the utility provided with the Wi Fi adapter If another computer is on the same network verify that it has network access and can connect to the Internet If for example the other computer cannot browse to a public Web site the ISP s Internet Service Provider service may be disrupted Verify that the Service Set Identifier SSID or network name is correct 1i e that it matches the SSID assigned to the access point you are attempting to connect through SSIDs are case sensitive Check the Windows Control Panel s Device Manager to verify that the Wi Fi adapter is recognized by the Windows operating system and that the driver is loaded To access the Device Manager click
200. s you were using If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel you can start it again by opening the display panel Using and configuring Sleep mode To turn off the computer using the Sleep command 1 Click Start and then click the arrow next to the Shut down button in the lower right corner of the Start menu Switch user Default Program Log off Lock Help and Suppo Restart All Programs Sleep Sleep Hibernate Start button Arrow Sample Image Shut down menu 902 Getting Started Turning off the computer 2 Click Sleep in the pop up menu The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to the memory turns off the display and enters into a low power mode The ON OFF light blinks amber indicating the computer is in Sleep mode Configuring Sleep mode options You can place the computer into Sleep mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel You can also specify an amount of time after which the computer automatically goes into Sleep mode To use any of these methods you first need to enable them using the Power Options feature i 1 Click Start Control Panel System and Security and then B Power Options The Power Options window appears 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized The Edit Plan Settings window appears Change settings for the plan Balanced hoc the Gane red daly cere tht oH minh ptr
201. s function are set in the Power Options window Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the currently selectable power plans F2 Power Plan amp A Balanced Sample Image Power Plan options Cycle through the power plans then select the desired power plan Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 1 9 Sleep mode or Fn F3 gt t This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Sleep mode For more information about Sleep mode please see Using and configuring Sleep mode on page 91 Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options Sample Image Sleep options To enable Sleep mode select To cancel select 1 98 Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Hibernation mode This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode If Hibernation mode is disabled this hot key will not respond For more information on Hibernation mode see Using and configuring Hibernation mode on page 89 Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options Sample Image Hibernation options To enable Hibernation mode select To cancel select Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 1 99 Output Display switch This TOSHIBA Card or hot key cycles through the power on display options only the first option is available when you do not have an e
202. sktop mode Built in Display and External Monitor or Built in Display and TV In extended desktop mode the image Is split into two sides one side per display device To swap Sides select Swap Image Display Display brightness This TOSHIBA Card decreases or increases the screen brightness This hot key decreases the screen brightness This hot key increases the screen brightness Selecting this Card or pressing either hot key displays the following options F6 F7 Brightness Sample Image Display brightness Move the slider or press the appropriate hot key repeatedly to decrease or increase the display brightness Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 201 Disabling or enabling wireless devices Fn F8 Wireless y ON Or F8 yp This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables disables the optional wireless devices installed in your computer The wireless modes are Wi Fi enabled Enables just the Wi Fi module Bluetooth enabled Enables just the Bluetooth module All disabled Disables the Bluetooth and Wi Fi modules All enabled Enables the Bluetooth and Wi Fi modules Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options F8 Wireless yp ON O Sample Image Wireless communication options To enable Wi Fi select To enable Bluetooth select To enable all select Q To disab
203. son uses the computer When setting up passwords keep the following in mind The user password can be set up under the supervisor password gt Sd The supervisor password must be set before the user password or the user password must be deleted and then re entered after the supervisor password is set Using an instant password An instant password secures your system with a single keystroke Use this feature when you leave your desk for a few minutes and do not want to turn off the computer To use an instant password press Fn F1 To unlock your system press any key or touch the pointing device and the Windows Logon screen will appear Select your user name and enter your password 1f any 1 50 Utilities Setting passwords Using a supervisor password A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options Setting a supervisor password If you choose to set a Supervisor or user password TOSHIBA strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not remember it TOSHIBA is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you your organization or others as a result of the inability to access your computer To set a supervisor password 1 Click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities and then TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist window appears On the left side click the Secure tab is 3 Click the Super
204. start it up See also BIOS memory Compare RAM S Secure Digital SD A small portable non volatile memory card used to store and transfer data between digital products providing encryption capability for content security select To highlight or otherwise specify text data or graphics with the intent to perform some operation on it serial Processes that occur one at a time In communications it means the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single channel On your computer the serial port provides a serial interface between the computer and an appropriate device Compare parallel Glossary 21 Q _ shortcut See keyboard shortcut Sleep A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again software See program Compare hardware solid state drive A data storage device that utilizes solid state memory as opposed to a hard disk see also hard disk Solid state drives hold a large amount of information and are used for storage of programs and data Suspend A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again system prompt The symbol in the MS DOS operating system generall
205. stem 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba ern 186 Contacting Toshiba wooo cece eeeeteeeeeneee 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba s worldwide OffiCesS csccecccceeeeeeees 188 Contents 35 Appendix A Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards 0 cece 190 Hot KOY Cald ene ee eee 190 Using the Hot Key Cards ccenn 191 Application Cards cc ccc ccccssccssescseesessesssseeens 192 Using the Application Cards 193 Card OF c 193 Hot key functions ccnn 194 Volume Mute scsiceiscans ssomeeeintvonssnactensonesedscacssecee 194 Lock Instant security ce eceeeeeseeeeeees 195 POWer DIAN ou ccc ccceccseeeesessseeeeeeeesssseeeeeeeens 196 Sleep NO OG sxe cae fa teaed tates cioteneen det vicnedeeneatenens 197 Hibernation mode ccccceeeeeesseeeseeseeeen 198 Output Display SWITCH o ae 199 Display brightness nerne 200 Disabling or enabling wireless devices 201 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 202 Zoom Display resolution ceeeeeeeeees 203 Keyboard hot key functions ecce 204 Appendix B Power Cord Cable Connectors 205 GIOSSANY os eecescescescsscsescsscsscsssscsssssessssesssssssesstssssessssnsensessneetsenees 206 Introduction ibe 36 Welcome to the world of powerful portable multimedia computing With your Toshiba computer your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go
206. stom size partition q Recovering to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the drive and all information stored in those partitions Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery For more information see Backing up your work on page 106 NOTE During the recovery process it is strongly recommended that your computer be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor 64 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive The Recover to a custom size partition option restores your C drive to its out of box state and allows you to specify the size for the C partition You can resize and recover the C drive using the utilities stored on your computer s internal storage drive or using recovery DVDs media if you have created such media To recover using the first method follow the procedure below To recover using the second method see Restoring from recovery DVDs media on page 71 To resize and recover the C drive using the utilities on your computer s internal storage drive 1 Make sure the computer is turned off 2 Press and hold the 0 zero key on your keyboard while powering on the computer 3 If your system offers a choice of Windows 7 32 bit or 64 bit operating system select one at this time If not skip to step 4 4 A warning screen appears stating that when the recovery is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten Click Yes
207. sy to fix Your program stops responding 162 If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit the failed program without shutting down the operating system or closing other programs To close a program that has stopped responding 1 Press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously once then click Start Task Manager The Windows Task Manager window appears lf Something Goes Wrong 1 63 Problems when you turn on the computer 2 Click the Applications tab If a program has stopped responding the words not responding appear beside its name in the list 3 Select the program you want to close then click End Task Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working If it does not continue with the next step 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name then End Task Closing all programs should allow you to continue working If it does not power off your computer and then restart it Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power The computer will not start Make sure you attached the AC adaptor and power cord cable properly or installed a charged battery Press and hold the power button for at least 10 seconds If you are using the AC adaptor check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another device such as a lamp Verify t
208. t time you use your computer The Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort that is shipped with your computer contains important safety information Please read the safety instructions carefully and make sure you fully understand the instructions before you attempt to use your computer in order to avoid potential hazards that could cause bodily injury property damage or damage the computer Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations Setting up a work environment Place the computer on a hard 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 Read the Provide adequate ventilation section in the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort that is shipped with your computer 4 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 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
209. tarted 5 Adding memory optional Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module 1 Complete steps 1 8 in Installing a memory module on page 51 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on You can damage the computer and the memory module Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost In either of the above cases the Sleep configuration will not be saved NOTE The following screen may appear when you turn on the power Windows Error Recoven Windows did not shut down successfully If this was due to the system not responding or if the system was shut down to protect data you might be able to recover by choosing one of the Safe Mode configurations from the menu below use the arrow keys to highlight your choice Safe Mode Safe Mode with Networking Safe Mode with Command Prompt start Windows Normally If Start Windows Normally is highlighted then press Enter If one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted it is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode then shut down and restart the system at which time Windows should boot back up normally When Safe Mode is suggested this could be a sign that you may need to scan your internal storage drive for errors or d
210. tem indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on To disable the cursor control overlay hold down the Fn key and press F10 again The cursor control overlay light on the system indicator panel goes out Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on To find the file use the Start menu or Windows Explorer If you prefer to open the program first you have four options You can Double click the icon for the program on your desktop o amp Use the Start menu Use Windows Explorer to locate the program file Use the Search programs and files field in the Start menu The next three sections explain how to start a program from the Start menu Windows Explorer and the Search programs and files field Starting a program from the Start menu When you install a program the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu follow these steps which use the Windows WordPad program as an example 1 Click Start and then All Programs The Windows operating system displays the All Programs menu which lists programs and program groups If your program is listed go to step 3 otherwise continue with step 2 NOTE If you pause with your mouse on All Programs it will open it up You may need to scroll
211. tended period of time the Windows operating system may save any open documents and programs to your internal storage drive and then shuts down the computer Factors to consider when choosing Sleep While in Sleep mode the computer uses some main battery power Because the state of the system is stored in memory you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands When starting up again the computer returns to the mode in which you left it including all open programs and files you were using Ifthe battery charge becomes critically low the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode CAUTION lf you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully your unsaved information will be lost Be sure to Save your work first For information on using Sleep see Using and configuring Sleep mode on page 91 Using the Shut down command The Shut down command completely shuts down the computer without saving your work or the current state of the computer This command closes all open programs shuts down the operating system and then turns off your computer To turn off your computer using the Shut down command
212. the battery s capacity gradually decreases A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged 1 20 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power TECHNICAL NOTE The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery What to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs low you can Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare not included with your computer Save your work and turn off the computer If you do not manage to do any of these things before the main battery completely runs out of power the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off Hibernation mode keeps track of where you were so that when you turn on the power again you can continue where you left off If you have Hibernation mode enabled the default the computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the internal storage drive before shutting down For more information on using Hibernation see Hibernation mode on page 85 Setting b
213. the online Help documentation within the application for additional help NOTE The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility may show tests for features you do not have This is normal and does not indicate a problem To use the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility 1 Click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities and then c PC Diagnostic Tool or click the PC Diagnostic Tool icon in the Protect amp Fix tab of TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool window appears 2 Click the Diagnostic Tool tab Diagnostic Tool Dignare Tal A amaie E an be run ga he Buh on oron p h L Test item Status Resu LEJ i i MOY PLAT FE ie WAVE SOUND FR Si LODEH E Cial ec 1 pe MET WORK E Mab USE unk i 5 ae DRINE F CEE DRIVE H AiR HRDNSK LE L Semetan Ciaran Start Chagnestics A ee Ae a SOE ap Devore Manager Wr airal Reull Save Rew Help Chase Sample Image TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool window 3 Select the devices that you would like to test by clicking the check box that appears to the left of the device NOTE Click the plus and minus symbols to expand and collapse the categories 4 Click Start Diagnostics when you are ready to begin the tests Utilities 1 DH Mouse Utility Mouse Utility The Mouse utility allows you to change your pointing device or mouse settings To access the Mouse utility 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and then under
214. the power button before shutting down the Windows operating system could cause you to lose your work Make sure the system indicator panels storage drive light and the drive in use light are off If you turn off the power while a disk disc Is being accessed you may lose data or damage the disk disc and or drive It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while If you are using the computer for the first time leave the computer plugged into a power source even though the computer is off to fully charge the main battery Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed you have more than one option available for turning off the computer Shut down Hibernate and Sleep Each option has its advantages Use the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will not be using the computer for several days or if you must turn off your computer You must turn off your computer in order to upgrade your computer s internal hardware such as memory TECHNICAL NOTE Before using the Shut down option to turn off your computer save your files and make sure all disk disc activity lights are off If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again Va Use the Sleep command to save your work system settings and current state of the desktop to memory so that when you turn on the computer again
215. u Philippines Poland Portugal Singapore Slovakia Slovenia Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand UK Uruguay USA Venezuela 24 Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health The products with Bluetooth wireless technology like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology however is much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile phones Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Bluetooth wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board airplanes or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific
216. up hit Mee Avaeleble in prognem Piperi Fies in kiuanes and pemonal holden for ail wen Ibeery bandsy st J00 PMI Fehon oy can sirap ye bes Thai ware barked up on the cartent 7 EKEN Aitai Cerile B Wirsiran ary Traraha Mii Sample Image Backup and Restore screen Learning the Basics 1 0 Using the optical disc drive ly G TECHNICAL NOTE When restoring files the backup program A prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on the e internal storage drive Make sure the backup version is the one you want before overwriting the existing file NI Using the optical disc drive Optical storage is a popular medium for software music and video Digital versatile discs or Blu ray Discs DVDs or BDs provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that were not available on previous video platforms These features include wide screen movies multiple language tracks digital surround sound multiple camera angles and interactive menus y G TECHNICAL NOTE Your optical disc drive is set to play region 1 A North America for DVD ROMs or BD ROMs depending on the type e of drive If you play a DVD or BD from another region the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other region The drive will allow you to change regions four times On the fourth change the region will be locked in That is the drive will only play DVDs and BDs from that last
217. up or down to see the complete list 1 02 Learning the Basics Starting a program 2 Click the program group in this example Accessories The Accessories menu is displayed 3 Click the program in this example WordPad WordPad opens mes To close the program click the Close button in the upper right corner of the program s window Starting a program from Windows Explorer If a program is not listed in the All Programs menu you can start it from Windows Explorer Windows Explorer gives you a view of your computer s contents as a hierarchy or tree You can easily see the contents of each drive and folder on your computer To use this method you should know the file name and location of the program s executable file this file ends with exe This example opens WordPad using Windows Explorer NOTE If you pause with your mouse on All Programs it will open it up You may need to scroll up or down to see the complete list Click the Windows Explorer icon on the taskbar 2 Inthe left part of the window double click Computer to expand the window In the left part of the window click the line that ends in C 4 In the right part of the window double click the folder containing the program in this case Program Files Windows Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files folder on the right side of the window In the right part of the window double click Windows NT In th
218. urface Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire possibly resulting in Serious injury Getting Started DO Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables 8 Restart the computer G TECHNICAL NOTE You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work AM Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module you can check that the computer has recognized the change To do this Click Start Control Panel System and Security and then System The System window appears Installed memory RAM is displayed below the System heading If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover complete steps 1 8 in Installing a memory module on page 51 and then check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the socket latches NOTE From time to time Windows will display a pop up that says Do you want to allow the following program to make changes to this computer This is a security feature to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer without your permission If you were trying to perform the action click Continue otherwise
219. ve 2 Do one of the following If your recovery files are on DVDs insert the first recovery DVD into your optical disc drive If your recovery files are on a USB flash drive connect the USB flash drive to your computer Turn on your computer When the initial screen displays press F12 The boot menu displays Using the arrow keys select the DVD option or the USB Flash option depending on which type of media you are using and then press Enter A warning screen appears stating that when the recovery is executed all data on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten Click Yes to continue When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a Process screen displays select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next Select one of the following options Recover to out of box state recommended recovery method If you want to recover the original factory image Recover without changing the hard drive partitions If you want to recover the C partition only leaving other partitions you have created intact Recover to a custom size partition If you want to recover the C drive to its out of box state and specify a custom size for the C drive Note This option deletes all other partitions from the drive Follow the on screen instructions to complete the recovery process When the process is complete a message displays indicating that the drive has be
220. verse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse polarity Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery charger designated as an approved option When you install the battery pack you should hear a click when it is seated properly Do not expose the battery pack to fire The battery pack could explode 1 28 Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Maintaining your battery Fully discharging your battery pack will allow better accuracy of the battery meter To fully discharge your battery pack o Periodically 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 below 1 2 5 Turn off the computer s power Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the computer s power If it does not turn on go to step 4 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes If the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged If the battery light flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery go to step 4 Connect the AC adaptor to the computer and the power cord cable to a power outlet The DC IN or AC power light should glow white and the battery light should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged If the
221. video display device you may need to adjust the video settings See the video device documentation for additional configuration Steps Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use an external keyboard you can attach one to your computer The computer s USB ports support most USB compatible keyboards Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer s built in TouchPad You can use a USB compatible mouse Connecting a printer NOTE Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer If you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer the printer may not function correctly Read the documentation that came with your printer Follow the manufacturer s instructions when connecting a printer You can connect a USB compatible printer to your computer through the USB ports To determine if the printer is USB compatible check its documentation To make the connection you need a suitable USB cable which may come with your printer If a USB cable was not included with your printer you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store If your printer supports Plug and Play your computer may automatically recognize the printer the printer is then ready for use Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions Getting Started 83 Connecting a printer TECHNICAL NOTE T
222. visor Password icon The Supervisor Password tab of the TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears TOSHIBA m Supervisor Password Not Registered Registered User Password Mode Able to run HWSetup Unable to run HWSetup Sample Image Supervisor Password tab 4 Click Registered 5 Enter your password and then enter it again to verify Utilities 1 D Setting passwords 8 Click OK The supervisor password utility dialog box appears Select Able to run HWSetup or Unable to ran HWSetup and then Click OK Restart the system to complete the process Deleting a supervisor password To delete a supervisor password 1 Click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities and then TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist window appears On the left side click the Secure tab Click the Supervisor Password icon The Supervisor Password tab of the TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears Click Not Registered A pop up screen appears asking for a password Enter the password then click OK Click OK to exit Restart the system to complete the process Using a user password A user password provides power on password protection Setting a user password If you choose to set a Supervisor or user password TOSHIBA strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not remember it TOSHIBA is not responsible for a
223. volume control on the computer is turned up If you are using external headphones or speakers check that they are securely connected to your computer The computer emits a loud high pitched noise This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud Adjust the volume control Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems The printer will not print Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet turned on and ready on line Check that the printer has plenty of paper Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in the tray Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer Run the printer s self test to check for any problem with the printer itself Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in Setting up a printer on page 83 or in the instructions that came with the printer You may have connected the printer while the computer is on Disable Sleep mode turn off the computer and turn off the printer Turn the printer back on make sure it is online and then turn the computer back on Try printing another file For example you could create and attempt to print a short test file using Notepad If a Notepad file prints correctly the problem may be in
224. wful for any person to use 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 In order to program this information into your fax transmission refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment consult your telephone company or a qualified installer Instructions for IC CS 03 Certified Equipment 1 NOTICE 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 satisfacti
225. xternal monitor attached the last option is available only if you are in Extended Display Mode NOTE some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached and turned on gt Sd Built in display only Built in display and external monitor simultaneously External monitor only Built in display and TV or other external video device TV or other external video device gt External monitor and TV gt Built in display and external monitor extended mode Built in display and TV extended mode Sd External monitor and TV extended mode Swap Switch primary display between internal display and external monitor when using extended desktop To use a simultaneous mode you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options F5 Output LCD HDMI Extended Desktop GOG OGe9eeee LCD HDMI Sample Image Display mode options window 200 Hot Keys TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Cycle through the display modes then select the desired mode Not all functions are supported on all models NOTE some systems also support an additional Swap Image Display mode This mode is available only if the current setting is an extended de
226. y external Serial Advanced Technology Attachment File Allocation Table Federal Communications Commission gigabyte Hard Disk Drive High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI CEC High Definition Multimedia Interface Consumer HTML IEEE VO IRQ ISP KB LAN LCD LED MB MIDI PC PCI PCMCIA RAM RGB RFI Electronics Control Hypertext Markup Language Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Input Output interrupt request Internet Service Provider kilobyte Local Area Network Liquid Crystal Display Light Emitting Diode megabyte Musical Instrument Digital Interface Personal Computer Peripheral Component Interconnect Personal Computer Memory Card International Association Random Access Memory Red Green Blue light monitor Radio Frequency Interference 20 8 Glossary ROM Read Only Memory RTC Real Time Clock SD Secure Digital SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SSD Solid State Drive TFT Thin Film Transistor USB Universal Serial Bus URL Uniform Resource Locator WAN Wide Area Network WWW World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user s guide A active matrix display A liquid crystal display LCD made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active matrix technology Also known as a TFT display in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor TFT for each cell This type of display works well with computers because of its shallow depth
227. y a drive letter followed by a greater than sign indicating where users are to enter commands Toshiba tablet pen TFT display See active matrix display Universal Serial Bus USB USB is a serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps 480 million bits per second USB can connect up to 127 peripheral devices through a single all purpose USB port USB allows hot swapping of peripherals See also bus hot swapping serial upload To send a file to another computer through a modem or network See also download USB See Universal Serial Bus USB USB Flash drive A small portable flash memory card that plugs into a computer s USB port and functions as a portable hard drive They are smaller and more durable than an external hard drive because they do not contain any internal moving parts but have less storage capacity See also Universal Serial Bus USB utility A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem Utilities are often related to computer system management 220 Glossary W Web See World Wide Web 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 World Wide Web www The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet A us

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