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Toshiba F60 Laptop User Manual

1. Q The typewriter keys produce the upper case and lower case letters numbers punctuation marks and special symbols that appear on the screen However there are some differences between using a typewriter and using a computer keyboard E Letters and numbers produced in computer text vary in width Spaces which are created by a space character may also vary depending on line justification and other factors E The lowercase el and the number 1 one together with the uppercase O oh and the 0 zero are not interchangeable on computers as they are on a typewriter E The CAPS LOCK function key locks only the alphabetic characters into upper case while the Shift Lock function on a typewriter places all keys in the shifted position E The SHIFT keys the Tab key and the BACK SPACE key perform the same function as their typewriter counterparts but also have special computer functions Never remove the key caps on your keyboard Doing so could cause damage to the parts under the key caps User s Manual 5 1 The Keyboard Function keys F1 F9 The function keys not to be confused with the special FN key are the twelve keys at the top of your keyboard these keys function differently from other keys A F1 a F2 a ee el wo ae M i F8 m Pa F10 F11 F12 F1 through F9 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed and when used in combination with the FN k
2. User s Manual 3 5 Hardware Utilities and Options DVD Super Multi drive DVD Super Multi drive with Labelflash The drive reads DVD ROM s at a maximum 8x speed and CD ROM s at a maximum 24x speed and writes CD R s and CD RW s at up to 24x speed DVD R s DVD R s and DVD RW s at up to 8x speed DVD RW s DVD R Dual Layer and DVD R Double Layer at up to 6x speed DVD RAM at up to 5x speed and supports the following formats CD R CD RW DVD ROM DVD Video CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA Addressing Method 2 DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW DVD RAM Some models are equipped with a full size DVD Super Multi drive module that lets you run CD s or DVD s without using an adaptor The drive reads DVD ROM s at a maximum 8x speed and CD ROM s at a maximum 24x speed and writes CD R s and CD RW s at up to 24x speed DVD R s DVD R s and DVD RW s at up to 8x speed DVD RW s DVD R Dual Layer and DVD R Double Layer at up to 6x speed DVD RAM at up to 5x speed This drive supports the same formats as the DVD Super Multi drive Some models are equipped with a full size DVD Super Multi drive module that lets you run CD s or DVD s without using an adaptor User s Manual 3 6 Hardware Utilities and Options Display The computer s internal display pan
3. 1 Power button Figure 1 5 Turning on the power Starting up for the first time i The Windows 7 Startup Screen will be the first screen displayed when you turn on the power Follow the on screen instructions on each screen in order to properly install the operating system When it is displayed be sure to read the Software License Terms carefully Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes either Shut Down Mode Hibernation Mode or Sleep Mode Shut Down Mode When you turn off the power in Shut Down Mode no data will be saved and the computer will boot to the operating system s main screen the next time it is turned on 1 If you have entered data either save it to the hard disk drive or to other storage media 2 Make sure all disk disc activity has stopped before removing the CD DVD or floppy diskette E Make sure the Hard Disk Drive indicator is off If you turn off the power while a disk disc is being accessed you may lose data or damage the disk E Never turn off the power while an application is running Doing so could cause loss of data E Never turn off the power disconnect an external storage device or remove storage media during data read write Doing so can cause data loss 3 Click Start User s Manual 1 8 Getting Started f J 4 Click the Shut down button EZT 5 Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer Do not
4. Adjust the touch sensitivity 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse under Devices and Printers Within the Mouse Properties window click the Device Settings tab Click the Settings button The Properties for Synaptics TouchPad on PS 2 Port screen appears Double click Sensitivity in the Select an item gt Pointing section on the left side of the screen PalmCheck and Touch Sensitivity are displayed Click Touch Sensitivity Move the slide bar for Touch Sensitivity to make an adjustment Click the OK button Click the OK button on the Device Settings tab If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 15 Troubleshooting USB mouse Problem On screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation Double clicking does not work The on screen pointer moves too fast or too slow The on screen pointer moves erratically USB device In addition to the information in this section please also refer to the documentation supplied with your USB device Problem USB device does not work Procedure In this instance the system might be busy Try moving the mouse again after waiting a short while Remove the mouse from the computer and then reconnect it to a free USB port it in order to ensure it is firmly attached In this instance you should initially try changing the double cl
5. E Not support to output VCD and SVCD format About recorded DVDs and Blu ray discs E Some DVD ROM drives for personal computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD R R RW RAM discs E When playing your recorded DVD on your computer please use the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER software application E When playing your recorded Blu ray Disc on your computer please use the WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA software application E If you use an over used rewritable disc the full formatting might be locked Please use a brand new disc E Some BD ROM drives for personal computers or other Blu ray disc players may not be able to read BD R RE discs TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Please be aware of the following limitations when you use the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Notes on use Frame dropping audio skipping or out of synch audio and video may occur during playback of some DVD Video titles Close all other applications when using the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Do not open any other applications or carry out any other operations during DVD Video playback Playback may stop or not function properly in some situations Unfinalized DVDs created on home DVD recorders may not be playable on the computer Use DVD Video discs with a region code which is either the same as the factory default setting or ALL User s Manual 4 22 Operating Basics Do not playback DVD discs Video while watching or recording television programs using other a
6. Floppy diskettes The USB floppy diskette drive is available only as an option 1 11 Store your floppy diskettes in the container they came in to protect them and keep them clean If a floppy diskette becomes dirty clean it with a soft lightly dampened cloth do not use cleaning fluid Never open the shutter or touch the magnetic surface of your floppy diskette doing this could permanently damage it and lose data Always handle floppy diskettes with care to prevent the loss of stored data Always apply the floppy diskette label in the correct location and never apply a new label on top of an existing one in this instance the label could come loose and damage the floppy diskette drive Never use a pencil for writing on a floppy diskette label as the dust from the pencil lead could cause a system malfunction if it found its way onto the computer s components In this instance always use a felt tipped pen and write the label first before applying it to the floppy diskette Never put a floppy diskette in a location where water or other liquid may make contact with it or where it is excessively damp either of these conditions could cause data loss Never use a wet or damp floppy diskette this could damage the floppy diskette drive or other devices within the computer Data may be lost if the floppy diskette is twisted bent or exposed to direct sunlight extreme heat or cold Do not place heavy objects on your fl
7. 0 0 ccc eee C 1 Radio Characteristics 0 0 0 ccc eee eee C 2 Supported Frequency Sub bands 0 0 e eee eee eee C 3 Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health D 2 Regulatory statements 00 00 e eee eee D 2 Using Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA equipment in Japan D 4 Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors Certification agencies 00 cee eee E 1 Appendix F TOSHIBA Anti theft Protection Timer User s Manual iv Qosmio F60 Series Appendix G Appendix H TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 0000ee G 2 Cleaning the cooling module 0c c eee e eee eee eee G 3 Legal Footnotes Non applicable Icons 7 0 c cece eee H 1 CPU 2h area er re eeatenca ont a A O ee erp aree se ars H 1 Memory Main System 3 002 22 eee e eee eee eee H 2 Battery ite 4 o oo cng tien Ss ans Greig suas ne Sea need aia eee eee es ede as H 3 Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity 5 0 cece H 3 LED O rt erasers E aate ee is eins ieee a eae at H 3 Graphics Processor Unit GPU 7 0 0200200 eee H 3 Wireless LAN 8 cece eee H 4 Copy Protection 9 cece ee eens H 4 TV T ner 10 aio ice scsi tea ee eae ane ee ee ee ade a ae wee H 4 Images 1A e ie Acad a aU MRA emcee aoe Ra a H 4 LCD Brightness and Eye Stain 12 0 0 e eee ee eee H
8. 1 Batteries Figure 8 8 Removing the batteries 3 Close the battery cover Close the cover securely until it clicks QosmioEngine Users can select from three video quality modes depending on their preferences for watching videos Modes There are the following three modes E Dynamic Users can enjoy videos in a bright and exciting way E Standard Users can enjoy videos in their room in a relaxed way E Theater Users can enjoy videos as if they were in a theater in their dimly lit room Two sharpness levels are available ON and OFF with the Image sharpness being emphasized if ON is selected Restrictions of the QosmioEngine The current mode will be maintained and should be restored the next time the computer is turned on and after the computer returns from Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode User s Manual 8 14 TOSHIBA Chapter 9 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability however should problems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed in this chapter to help determine the cause All users should become familiar with this chapter as knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring in the first place Problem solving process Resolving problems will be much easier if you observe the following guidelines E Stop immediately when you recognize a problem exists as taking further action may result in data loss or damage or you may destroy valuable p
9. Be sure to use all three screws removed in step 7 Make sure no screw was dropped into the computer Make sure no foreign matter can be found inside the computer 11 Set the keyboard brace into its groove and hold down to secure the latches User s Manual G 5 TOSHIBA Appendix H Legal Footnotes This chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBA computers In the text in this manual XX is used to show which Legal Footnotes description is related to TOSHIBA computers Description s related to this computer are marked with a blue XX in this manual Clicking on XX will display the related description Non applicable Icons CPU 2 Certain computer chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product series Therefore please be aware that your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis Central Processing Unit CPU Performance Legal Footnotes CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the following conditions E use of certain external peripheral products E use if battery power instead of AC power E use of certain multimedia computer generated graphics or video applications E use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections E use of complex modeling software such as high end computer aided desi
10. E Panels Assign applications to the eco Programmable button CD DVD Play Pause Mute panels This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the icon size on the Windows Desktop or the zoom factor associated with specific supported applications The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display basic system configuration information and allow the functionality of some of the computer s built in hardware devices to be tested The TOSHIBA Password utility allows you to set a password in order to restrict access to the computer The TOSHIBA Flash Cards provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications E Hot key function E TOSHIBA utility launcher function This utility allows you to customize your hardware settings according to the way you work with the computer and the peripherals you use The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides support to movement impaired users when they need to use the TOSHIBA Hot key functions In use the utility allows you to make the FN key sticky that is you can press it once release it and they press one of the F keys in order to access its specific function When set the FN key will remain active until another key is pressed 3 14 Hardware Utilities and Options Utilities and Applications This section describes the pre installed utilities that come with the computer and details how to start them For further information on their operation pl
11. TOSHIBA Personal Computer amp Network Shanghai Co Ltd 10F BEA Finance Tower No 66 Hua Yuan Shi Qiao Road Pudong Shanghai P R China 200120 Singapore TOSHIBA Singapore Pte Ltd 438B Alexandra Road 06 01 Alexandra Technopark Singapore 119968 United States of America TOSHIBA America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine California 92618 USA India TOSHIBA India Pvt Ltd PC Division 6th Floor DR Gopal Das Bhawan Barakhamba Road Delhi 110001 India In Europe Germany amp Austria TOSHIBA Europe 1 E GmbH Geschaftsbereich Deutschland Osterreich Hammfelddamm 8 D 41460 Neuss Germany France TOSHIBA Syst ms France S A 7 Rue Amp re B P 131 92804 Puteaux Cedex Netherlands TOSHIBA Information Systems Benelux B V Rivium Boulevard 41 2909 LK Capelle a d IJssel Spain TOSHIBA Information Systems ESPA A Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa 1a Planta Escalera A 28830 Madrid Espa a United Kingdom TOSHIBA Information Systems U K Ltd TOSHIBA Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge Surrey KT15 2UL The Rest of Europe TOSHIBA Europe 1 E GmbH Gesch ftsbereich Deutschland Osterreich Hammfelddamm 8 D 41460 Neuss Germany User s Manual 9 25 Specifications TOSHIBA Appendix A This appendix summarizes the computer s technical specifications Physical Dimensions Refer to User s Manual a
12. The AC adaptor can automatically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz enabling you to use this computer in almost all country region The adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to this computer To recharge the battery simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source and to the computer Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for further information Figure 2 10 The AC adaptor 3 pin plug E Depending on the model in question either a 2 pin or 3 pin adaptor power lead will be bundled with the computer E Do not use a 3 pin to 2 pin conversion plug The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region the product is bought and should not be used outside of this region In order to use the adaptor computer in other regions you should please buy a power cord that conforms to the safety rules and regulations in that particular region Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your computer or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor User s Manual 2 16 TOSHIBA Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options Hardware This
13. o ed Figure 2 7 System indicators power is being correctly supplied from the AC power adaptor However If the output voltage from the adaptor is abnormal or if the computer s power supply malfunctions this indicator will flash orange D DC IN The DC IN indicator normally glows white when Power The Power indicator normally glows white when y the computer is turned on However if you turn the computer off into Sleep Mode this indicator will flash orange approximately one second on two seconds off both while the system is shutting down and while it remains turned off Battery The Battery indicator shows the condition of the q battery s charge white indicates the battery is fully charged orange indicates the battery is charging and flashing orange indicates a low battery condition Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for more information on this feature Hard Disk Drive The Hard Disk Drive indicator glows white o whenever the computer is accessing the built in hard disk drive optical disc drive or eSATA device when the computer is accessing the Bridge Bridge media slot The Bridge media slot indicator glows white a media slot User s Manual 2 10 The Grand Tour Keyboard indicators The following figures show the positions of the CAPS LOCK indicator and the NUMLOCK indicators which show the following conditions E When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows the keyboard will produc
14. 1 Click Start and click the Control Panel 2 Click System and Security and click Power Options 3 Click Choose what the power buttons do or Choose what closing the lid does 4 Enable the desired Hibernation Mode settings for When I press the power button and When I close the lid 5 Click the Save changes button User s Manual Getting Started Data save in Hibernation Mode When you turn off the power in Hibernation Mode the computer will take a moment to save the current data in memory to the hard disk drive During this time the Hard Disk Drive indicator will glow After you turn off the computer and the content of memory has been saved to the hard disk drive turn off the power to any peripheral devices Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge Restarting the computer Certain conditions require that you reset the computer for example if E You change certain computer settings E An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands If you need to restart the computer there are three ways this can be achieved Click Start point to the arrow icon Nna oye and then select Restart from the menu E Press CTRL ALT and DEL simultaneously once to display the menu window then select Restart from the Shut down options E Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds Once the computer has
15. 6 00G 00O 66 8 0O00 60 6 0 8 TOSHIBA Figure 8 3 Full size remote controller ONOARONS Play Pause Access indicator Power Stop Fast Forward Skip Start More info OK Mute Channel Page Live TV DVD Menu Numbers Enter Clear Recorded TV Guide Volume Volume Arrows Back Replay Rewind Record Blue Yellow Green Red Teletext User s Manual AV functions ivyivine gt I Power Access indicator Record Stop Pause Play REW Rewind FWD Fast Forward Replay Skip Back More Info Arrows Starts or terminates the operating system This button functions like the Power button of your computer By default the Sleep Mode is equivalent to the Power Off state of your computer To change the setting click Start select Control panel gt System and Security gt Power Options When pressing the Power button the following three options are available Do nothing Sleep and Hibernation This indicator will glow while the remote controller is sending signals to the co
16. Below is a simple explanation for distinguishing SD memory cards from SDHC memory cards E SD and SDHC memory cards appear the same externally E The logo on SD and SDHC memory cards is different so pay careful attention to the logo when purchasing E The SD memory card logo is Sw E The SDHC memory card logo is gt E The maximum capacity of SD memory cards is 2GB The maximum capacity of SDHC memory cards is 16GB Card Type Capacities SD 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB SDHC 4GB 8GB 16GB Memory media format New media cards are formatted according to specific standards If you wish to reformat a media card be sure to do so with a device that uses media cards Formatting an SD SDHC memory card If you reformat an SD SDHC memory card be sure to reformat it with a device such as digital camera or digital audio player that uses the SD SDHC memory cards not with the format command provided within Windows Should you need to format all areas of the memory card including the protected area you will need to obtain an appropriate application that applies the copy protection system Media care Observe the following precautions when handling the card Card care E Do not twist or bend cards E Do not expose cards to liquids or store in humid areas or lay media close to containers of liquid User s Manual 3 21 Hardware Utilities and Options E Do not touch the metal part of
17. Front operation panel E Remote controller Front operation panel The Front operation panel is located above the keyboard AV related functions such as CD DVD Play Pause Stop Previous Next Mute Illumination On Off Camera and DOLBY are available Remote controller It can operate AV related functions Some models are provided with a remote controller Web Camera Some models are equipped with Web Camera which is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer You can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger TOSHIBA Web Camera Application will help you to add various video effects to your video or photograph It enables the transmission of video and use of video chat via the internet using specialized applications The effective pixel count for this web camera is 1 0 million maximum photograph size 1280x800 pixels or 0 3 million Please refer to the TOSHIBA Web Camera Application Help for details User s Manual 4 2 Operating Basics 1 Web Camera LED 2 Web Camera Figure 4 2 Web Camera T E Do not point the web camera directly at the sun Do not touch or press strongly on the web camera lens Doing so may reduce image quality Use an eyeglass cleaner cleaning cloth or other soft cloth to clean the lens if it becomes dirty E Setting the Size to more than 800x600 will cause a larger
18. Open WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA HELP WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA features and instructions are also explained in detail in WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Help Use the following procedure to open WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Help Click the Help button in the Display Area Media care This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD s DVD s BD s and floppy diskettes Handle your media with care Following the simple precautions listed below will increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on it CD DVD BDs 1 Store your CD DVD BD s in the containers they originally came in to protect them and keep them clean 2 Do not bend the CD DVD BD s 3 Do not write on apply a sticker to or otherwise mar the surface of the CD DVD BD that contains the data 4 Hold the CD DVD BD by its outside edge or the edge on the center hole any fingerprints on the surface of the disc can prevent the drive from properly reading data 5 Do not expose the CD DVD BD to direct sunlight extreme heat or cold 6 Do not place heavy objects on your CD DVD BD s User s Manual 4 27 Operating Basics 7 If your CD DVD BD s become dusty or dirty wipe them with a clean dry cloth from the center hole outwards do not wipe in a circular direction If necessary you can use a cloth that has been lightly dampened in water or a neutral cleaner but you must not use benzine thinner or any similar cleaning solution
19. SERIAL NO MANUFACTURED COMPLIES WITH FDARADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 Panasonic Communications Co Ltd 1 62 4 Chome Minoshima Hakata ku Fukuoka Japan BD ROM UJ141 BD RE UJ240 mM E The BD R RE drive model employs a laser system To ensure proper a2 use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure E To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure User s Manual xii Qosmio F60 Series Location of the required label SERIAL NO MANUFACTURED COMPLIES WITH FDARADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 Panasonic Communications Co Ltd 1 62 4 Chome Minoshima Hakata ku Fukuoka Japan User s Manual xiii Qosmio F60 Series International precautions CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN 60825 1 99K VB CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT TOEN60825 1 ADVERSEL USYNLIG LASERSTRALING VED ABNING NAR SIKKERHEDSAF BRYDER ER UDE AF FUNKTION UNDGA UDSAETTSLSE FOR STRALING CAUTION This appliance contains a laser system and is classi
20. USB connector Insert this connector into one of the free USB ports of your computer Disk In Use This indicator glows when the floppy diskette is Indicator being accessed Floppy diskette slot Insert a floppy diskette into this slot Eject button When a floppy diskette is fully seated in the drive the eject button will pop out In order to remove the diskette push the eject button in order to cause it to partially pop out of the drive and then remove it User s Manual 3 29 Hardware Utilities and Options Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the light is glowing Doing so could destroy data and damage the floppy diskette or the drive AN Check the Disk In Use indicator when you use the floppy diskette drive n In use the following should be noted regarding the operation of the USB floppy diskette drive E The drive should be placed on a flat horizontal surface E Do not set the drive on an incline greater than 20 while it is operating E Do not place anything on top of the drive _ Connecting the USB floppy diskette drive To connect the drive plug the floppy diskette drive s USB connector into a computer s free USB ports Make sure the connector is properly aligned with the socket Do not try to s force the connection doing so can damage the connecting pins 1 USB port 2 USB connector Figure 3 9 Connecting the USB floppy diskette drive 7 If you connect t
21. gt TOSHIBA ReelTime Windows Mobility Mobility Center is a utility for accessing several Center mobile PC settings quickly in one window A default maximum of eight tiles are provided by the operating system and the additional two tiles are added to your Mobility Center E Lock Computer This can be used to lock your computer without turning it off This has the same function as selecting Lock from the Start menu click Start point to the arrow icon Sideline and then select Lock from the menu E TOSHIBA Assist This can be used to open TOSHIBA Assist if it is already installed in your computer TOSHIBA USB Sleep This utility is able to either enable or disable the and Charge Utility USB Sleep and Charge function Shows the positions of USB ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function and displays the battery s remaining capacity To start this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt USB Sleep and Charge TOSHIBA DVD This software is provided for playback of DVD PLAYER Video It has an on screen interface and functions Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER gt TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER For details on how to use TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER see the help file T E Frame dropping audio skipping or out of synch audio and video may I occur during playback of some DVD Video titles E Make sure to connect the computer s AC adaptor when playing a DVD Video Power saving featur
22. 1 The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another computer without modifying the data or the media upon which it is being transferred 2 the ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component User s Manual Glossary 4 Glossary components Elements or parts of a system which make up the whole system Composite Video YUV A standard video signal used to transmit images e g from a VCR to a TV computer program A set of instructions written for a computer that enable it to achieve a desired result computer system A combination of hardware software firmware and peripheral components assembled to process data into useful information configuration The specific components in your system such as the terminal printer and disk drives and the settings that define how your system works You use the HW Setup program to control your system configuration controller Built in hardware and software that controls the functions of a specific internal or peripheral device e g keyboard controller co processor A circuit built into the processor that is dedicated to intensive math calculations CPU Central Processing Unit The portion of the computer that interprets and executes instructions CRT Cathode Ray Tube A vacuum tube in which beams projected on a fluorescent screen producing luminous spots An example is the television set cu
23. All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt CD amp DVD Applications gt DVD RAM Utility This software is provided for playback of Blu ray Disc It has an on screen interface and functions To start this utility click Start gt All Programs gt InterVideo WinDVD gt WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA This utility includes wizard functions to monitor the Disk Drive operating status and execute the system backup To access the utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt HDD SSD Alert User s Manual 3 16 Hardware Utilities and Options TOSHIBA Service This application allows your computer to Station automatically search for TOSHIBA software updates or other alerts from TOSHIBA that are specific to your computer system and its programs When enabled this application periodically transmits to our servers a limited amount of system information which will be treated in strict accordance with the rules and regulations as well as applicable data protection law To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Service Station Corel DVD Corel DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA allows MovieFactory for users to instantly create Blu ray disc movie DVD TOSHIBA video or slideshow discs via a user friendly wizard interface with specific task oriented features The Labelflash feature is also supported which allows text and images to be printed on the label surface of La
24. E With repeated discharges and recharges the battery s capacity will gradually decrease In view of this it will be noted that an often used older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged User s Manual 6 6 Power and Power Up Modes Maximizing battery operating time A battery s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge while how long the charge lasts in a battery depends on E Processor speed Screen brightness System Sleep Mode System Hibernation Mode Display power off period E Hard disk drive power off period How often and for how long you use the hard disk drive and external disk c drives for example optical disc and floppy diskette drive How much charge the battery contained to begin with How you use optional devices to which the battery supplies power Whether you enable Sleep Mode which can conserve battery power if you are frequently turning the computer off and on Where you store your programs and data Whether you close the display panel when you are not using the keyboard closing the display saves power The environmental temperature operating time decreases at low temperatures The condition of the battery terminals you should always ensure the terminals stay clean by wiping them with a clean dry cloth before installing the battery pack Retaining data with power off Refer to User s Manual about Retention
25. G Getting Started 1 3 Graphics controller 3 7 H HDD Protection 4 39 HW Setup Boot Priority 7 2 Button Setting 7 6 CPU 7 4 Illumination 7 7 LAN 7 5 USB 7 6 accessing 7 1 display 7 2 general 7 1 keyboard 7 4 window 7 1 Hard disk drive 3 3 automatic power off 3 11 Heat dispersal 3 12 Hibernation Mode 3 13 Hot keys 3 11 Brightness Down 5 3 Brightness Up 5 3 Hibernate 5 3 Lock 5 2 Mute 5 2 Output 5 3 Power Plan 5 2 Sleep 5 3 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge 5 4 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce 5 4 Touch Pad 5 3 Wireless 5 3 Zoom 5 4 Indicators 2 10 Battery 2 10 6 2 Bridge media slot 2 10 DC IN 2 10 Hard Disk Drive 2 10 Power 2 10 Infrared receiver window 2 2 3 9 problems 9 14 K Keyboard 3 7 5 1 FN Sticky key 5 4 Function keys F1 F12 5 2 Hot keys 5 2 Typewriter keys 5 1 Windows special keys 5 4 problems 9 7 L LAN 3 10 4 35 cable types 4 36 connecting 4 36 disconnecting 4 37 jack 2 5 problems 9 22 Media care 4 27 CD DVDs 4 27 Card care 3 21 Memory card care 3 22 floppy diskettes 4 28 Memory 3 2 additional 3 36 installing 3 25 removing 3 27 Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo care 3 21 inserting 3 22 problems 9 13 removing 3 23 Modem 4 33 Moving the computer 4 38 MultiMediaCard inserting 3 22 problems 9 14 removing 3 23 User s Manual Index 2 Qosmio F60 Series O Optical Drive Auto Lock 3 12 p Password po
26. The following Windows operating system and utility software are pre installed Windows 7 TOSHIBA Value Added Package Corel DVD MovieFactory Is preinstalled in some models TOSHIBA Face Recognition TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA HDD Protection Is preinstalled in some models TOSHIBA HDD SSD Alert TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator TOSHIBA eco Utility TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility TOSHIBA Password Utility TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Is preinstalled in some models Windows Mobility Center Online Manual E Qosmio F60 Series User s Manual This manual User s Manual 1 2 Getting Started Getting Started This chapter provides basic information to start using your computer It covers the following topics D All users should be sure to read the section Starting up for the first time Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for information on the safe and proper use of this computer It is intended to help you be more comfortable and productive while using a notebook computer By following the recommendations in it you may reduce your chance of developing a painful or disabling injury to your hand arms shoulders or neck Connecting the AC adaptor Opening the display Turning on the power Starting up for the first time Turning off the power Restarting the computer System Reco
27. make sure the Power indicator is off refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 1 Getting Started if required 2 Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer 3 Close the display panel 4 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes if required 5 Loosen the screw securing the memory module cover in place please note that this screw is attached to the cover in order to prevent it from being lost 6 Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off 7 Push the latches away from the module in order to release it a spring will force one end of the module up at an angle User s Manual 3 27 Hardware Utilities and Options 8 Grasp the memory module by its edges and remove it from the computer AN E fyou use the computer for a long time the memory modules and the circuits locating close to the memory modules will become hot In this case let them cool to room temperature before you replace them Or you will get burnt if you touch any of them E Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems 1 Slot A 3 Latches 2 Slot B Figure 3 7 Removing the memory module 9 Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one screw Take care to ensure th
28. 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 E Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board of airplanes or E 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 device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment Regulatory statements General 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 O
29. to the Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the external devices connected to the USB ports For example if a mouse or USB keyboard is connected to a USB port moving the mouse keyboard will wakeup the computer The USB Wakeup function operates under Windows 7 operating system and it works for all USB ports The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor application proactively monitors a number of system functions such as power consumption and battery health informing you of significant system conditions This application recognizes the system and individual component serial numbers and will track specific activities related to the computer and their usage Refer to Appendix G TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor User s Manual 3 13 Hardware Utilities and Options TOSHIBA Value Added Package This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre installed on the computer TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Button Support TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Password Utility TOSHIBA Flash Cards HW Setup TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the features of more various power supply managements This utility controls the following computer panel functions The applications associated with each of the following panels can be assigned by the user
30. your computer Models which do not include a remote controller are not equipped with an infrared received so the computer cannot be operated with a remote controller Use this device to navigate when watching TV or playing CDs DVDs Some models are equipped with a remote controller Some models are included with a remote controller User s Manual 3 9 Hardware Utilities and Options Communications LAN The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX and Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 megabits per second 1000BASE T It is pre installed as a standard device in some markets Bluetooth Some computers in this series have Bluetooth wireless communication function which eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as computers printers and mobile phones When it is enabled Bluetooth provides the wireless personal area network environment which is safe and trustworthy that is quick and easy Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with a Wireless LAN module that is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802 11 Standard an The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over T which the wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding
31. 11 Operating Basics i You can use the DVD Super Multi drive to write data to either CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW or DVD RAM discs TOSHIBA Disc Creator and Corel DVD MovieFactory are provided as writing software with this computer Corel DVD MovieFactory can be used to write files in video format TOSHIBA Disc Creator can be used to write data Please refer to the Writable discs Chapter 2 for details about the types of writable CD DVD BD discs that can be supported by this computer E Do not turn off the power to the optical disc drive while the computer is accessing it as this may cause you to lose data E CD R RW media cannot be accessed using the Create CD DVD option in Media Center E 7o write data to CD R RW media use the TOSHIBA Disc Creator feature that is installed on your computer When writing information to media using an optical drive you should always ensure that you connect the AC adaptor to a live power socket It is possible that if data is written while powered by the battery pack the write process may sometimes fail due to low battery power in these instances data loss may occur Important message Before you write or rewrite to any of the media supported by the DVD Super Multi drive or BD R RE drive please read and follow all of the setup and operating instructions in this section If you fail to do so you may find that the DVD Super Mult
32. AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor Never plug the AC adaptor into a power source that does not correspond to both the voltage and the frequency specified on the regulatory label of the unit Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury Always use or purchase power cables that comply with the legal voltage and frequency specifications and requirements in the country of use Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region the product is bought and should not be used outside this region For use in other regions please buy power cords that conform to safety rules and regulations in the particular region Do not use a 3 pin to 2 pin conversion plug When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User s Manual Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adaptor DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched As a general safety precaution avoid touching any metal parts Never place your computer or AC adaptor on a wooden surface furniture or any
33. No battery installed Table 6 1 Power conditions continued Power on Power off no operation e Operates e LED Battery off DC IN off e Operates e LED Battery flashes orange DC IN off Computer goes into Sleep Mode and shuts down e Cannot operate e LED Battery off DC IN off Monitoring of power condition As shown in the below table the Battery DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer s operating capability and battery charge status Battery indicator A Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery pack the following indicator lights indicate the battery status Flashing orange Orange White No light The battery charge is low the AC adaptor must be connected in order to recharge the battery Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is charging Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is fully charged Under any other conditions the indicator does not light If the battery pack becomes too hot while it is being charged the charge will stop and the Battery indicator will go out When the battery pack s temperature falls to a normal range charging will resume this process will occur regardless of whether the computer s power is on or off User s Manual 6 2 Power and Power Up Modes DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected the foll
34. Protection User s Manual 4 39 Operating Basics Detection Level This function can be set to four levels The sensitivity levels in which vibrations impacts and their similar signs are detected can be set to OFF 1 2 and 3 in ascending order Level 3 is recommended for better protection of the computer However when the computer is used in a mobile environment or in other unstable conditions setting the detection level to 3 could result in frequent execution of TOSHIBA HDD Protection which will slow Hard Disk Drive reading and writing Set a lower detection level when the speed of Hard Disk Drive reading and writing is a priority Different detection levels can be set depending on whether the computer is used as handheld or mobile usages or whether it is used in a stable environment such as on a table in the workplace or at home By setting different detection levels for the computer depending on whether it runs with the AC power desktop or with batteries handheld or mobile usage the detection level automatically switches according to the power connection mode 3D Viewer This feature displays a 3D object on the screen which moves in according to tilting or vibration of the computer When the TOSHIBA HDD Protection detects computer vibration the Hard Disk Drive head is parked and the 3D object disk rotation will stop When the head is un parked the disk will begin to rotate again The 3D Viewer can be started from t
35. System HM 64 bit CPU Chipset and BIOS Basic Input Output System E 64 bit Device drivers H 64 bit applications Certain device drivers and or applications may not be compatible with a 64 bit CPU and therefore may not function properly Memory Main System 3 Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics system for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of main system memory available for other computing activities The amount of main system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system applications utilized system memory size and other factors For computer s configured with 4 GB of system memory the full system memory space for computing activities will be considerably less and will vary by model and system configuration User s Manual H 2 Legal Footnotes Battery Life Battery life may vary considerably depending on product model configuration applications power management settings and features utilized as well as the natural performance variations produced by the design of individual components Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication Recharge time varies depending on usage Battery may not charge while computer is consuming full power After going through many charge and discharge cycles the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to
36. TOSHIBA gt ConfigFree User s Manual 3 15 Hardware Utilities and Options TOSHIBA eco Utility TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA DVD RAM Utility WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA TOSHIBA HDD SSD Alert Utility This PC is equipped with eco mode This mode slightly lowers performance of some devices to reduce electric power consumption You can realize measurable power savings by using it continuously TOSHIBA eco Utility helps you monitor your power savings by showing approximate real time power consumption Furthermore it shows approximate accumulated power consumption and approximate accumulated power savings when using eco mode daily weekly and monthly You can track power savings by using eco mode continuously To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt eco Utility You can create CD s and DVD s in a number of formats including audio CD s that can be played on a standard CD player and data CD s DVD s which can store copies of the files and folders on your computer s hard disk drive This software can be used on models with a DVD Super Multi drive or a BD R RE drive To start this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt CD amp DVD Applications gt Disc Creator This utility has the function of Physical Format and Write Protect to DVD RAM This utility is contained the setup module of TOSHIBA Disc Creator To start this utility click Start gt
37. User s Manual 8 4 AV functions 1 Click Advanced The following dialog box will appear r TOSHIBA Button Support f Please select the function for this button CD DVD Play Pause Play Pause a faci 2 Select either CD DVD Play Pause default or Play Pause E if CD DVD Play Pause is selected this panel allows you to launch the corresponding player application according to the type of disc inserted Please refer to the table below This panel also allows you to play pause chapters or tracks once the player application is launched Inserted disc type Corresponding player application BD WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA DVD TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER CD Windows Media Player If Play Pause is selected this panel only allows you to play pause chapters or tracks when a player application is launched User s Manual 8 5 AV functions Remote controller i A remote controller which is provided with some models enables you to perform some functions of your computer from a distant location E Some models are included with a Full size remote controller Please refer to Full size remote controller section of this chapter about the function of the button of a remote controller You can use your remote controller with Media Center to play CDs DVDs and videos to view pictures and to watch and record television programs The remote controller helps you navigate through Media Center just as a cable TV r
38. are running some applications for example a 3D application or video playback and so on you may see some disturbance flickering or frame dropping on your screen If that occurs adjust the resolution of display lowering it until the screen is displayed properly Disabling Windows Aero may also help correct this issue User s Manual B 1 TOSHIBA Appendix C Wireless LAN This appendix is intended to help you get your Wireless LAN network up and running with a minimum of parameters Card Specifications Form Factor PCI Express Mini Card Compatibility E IEEE 802 11 Standard for Wireless LANs E Wi Fi Wireless Fidelity certified by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance Network Operating H Microsoft Windows Networking System Media Access MH CSMA CA Collision Avoidance with Acknowledgment ACK Protocol User s Manual C 1 Wireless LAN Radio Characteristics Radio Characteristics of Wireless LAN modules may vary according to E Country region where the product was purchased E Type of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been designed for operation in the license free 2 4GHz and 5GHz band local radio regulations may impose a number of limitations to the use of wireless communication equipment Refer to the Information sheet for
39. been validated and reviewed for accuracy The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA Qosmio F60 Series Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual s production However succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual User s Manual vi Qosmio F60 Series Trademarks IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation Intel Intel SpeedStep Intel Core Celeron and Centrino are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Windows Microsoft and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation WinDVD is a trademark of the Corel Corporations DVD MovieFactory is a trademark of the Corel Corporations Labelflash is a trademark of YAMAHA CORPORATION Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Dolby Home Theater is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories PalmCheck and TouchPad are trademarks of Synap
40. can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury o T Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of J all USB devices that are available In view of this it may be noted that some functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly User s Manual 2 3 The Grand Tour Right side Back The following figure shows the computer s right side 4 1 Headphone and Line out jack 3 Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports 2 Microphone and Line in jack 4 Optical disc drive Figure 2 3 The right side of the computer Headphone and Line This jack allows you to connect a headphone a out jack MiniDisc audio component or an external audio device Microphone and Line This jack allows you to connect a microphone or in jack an external audio device Universal Serial Bus Two Universal Serial Bus ports which comply USB 2 0 ports with the USB 2 0 standard are provided on the right hand side of the computer Optical disc drive The computer is configured with a DVD Super Multi drive or a BD R RE drive The following figure shows the computer s back 0 O0 O 5 6 i a a cl SS 1 Security lock slot 4 DC IN 19V jack 2 TV antenna port Is supported with some models 5 Battery safety lock 3 LAN jack 6 Battery release latch Figure 2 4 The back of the com
41. components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another 2 To physically connect one system or device to another to exchange information 3 The point of contact between user the computer and the program for example the keyboard or a menu interrupt request A signal that gives a component access to the processor VO Input output Refers to acceptance and transfer of data to and froma computer I O devices Equipment used to communicate with the computer and transfer data to and from it IrDA 1 1 An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps User s Manual Glossary 8 Glossary K K Taken from the Greek word kilo meaning 1000 often used as equivalent to 1024 or 2 raised to the 10th power See also byte and kilobyte keyboard An input device containing switches that are activated by manually pressing marked keys Each keystroke activates a switch that transmits a specific code to the computer For each key the transmitted code is in turn representative of the ASCII character marked on the key kilobyte KB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 bytes See also byte and megabyte L L1 cache Level one cache Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed See also cache memory L2 cache L2 cache Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed It is slower than L1 c
42. computer User s Manual 3 36 TOSHIBA m Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it Using the Touch Pad To use the Touch Pad simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you want the on screen pointer to go 1 Touch Pad On Off button 3 Touch Pad control buttons 2 Touch Pad Figure 4 1 Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons Press Touch Pad On Off button could enable or disable the Touch Pad function The two buttons below the Touch Pad are used like the buttons on a standard mouse press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer and press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using User s Manual 4 1 Operating Basics i You can also tap the Touch Pad to perform functions similar to those of the left button on a standard mouse Click Tap once Double click Tap twice Drag and drop Tap to select the item s you want to move leave your finger on the Touch Pad after the second tap and then move the item s to their new destination AV Controller The following functions are available in this computer for operating the Media Center This section describes an overview of each function Please refer to the Chapter 8 AV functions for more information
43. computer E Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Replacing the battery pack A f lt Please be aware that the battery pack is classified as a consumable item The operating life of the battery pack will gradually reduce through repeated charging and discharging and will need to be replaced when it reaches the end of its operating life In addition to this you might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source for an extended period of time This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack and begins with the removal process which is detailed through the following steps E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode Data is stored in RAM so if the computer loses power it could be lost E n Hibernation Mode data will be lost if you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Hard Disk Drive indicator to go out E Donot touch the battery release latch while holding the computer or the battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the battery release latch and cause injuries Removing the battery pack To remove a discharged battery follow the steps as detailed below 1 Save your work 2 Turn the computer s power off ensure that the Power indicator is off 3 Remove all cables and peripherals th
44. computer not work and then reconnect it to a free port it in order to ensure it is firmly attached A connected eSATA device may not be recognized if it is connected to the computer s eSATA USB combo port while the computer is in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode If this occurs disconnect the eSATA device and then reconnect the device while the computer is turned on Ensure that any required eSATA device drivers are properly installed to achieve this you should refer to both the device documentation and the operating system documentation If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 18 Troubleshooting Additional memory module Please also refer to Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options for further information on installing and removing memory modules Problem If there is a memory malfunction the Power indicator will repeatedly flash on for 0 5 seconds off for 0 5 seconds in the following patterns If there is an error in only slot A orange twice then green or white once If there is an error in only Slot B orange once then green or white twice If there are errors in both Slot A and Slot B orange twice then green or white twice An error will occur if a memory module is inserted into Slot B while no memory module is inserted in Slot A Sound system In addition to the information in this section please
45. computer will extend T slightly over the disc tray Therefore you will need to turn the disc at an angle when you place it in the disc tray After seating the disc however make sure it lies flat E Do not touch the laser lens or any portion of its surrounding casing as this could cause misalignment E Prevent foreign objects from entering the drive Check the surface of the disc tray especially the area behind the front edge of the disc tray to make sure there are no such objects before closing the drive 3 Press gently at the center of the disc until you feel it click into place The disc should lie below the top of the spindle flush with the spindle base 4 Push the center of the disc tray to close it Press gently until it locks into place If the disc is not seated properly when the disc tray is closed the disc might be damaged Also the disc tray might not open fully when you press the eject button Removing discs To remove the disc follow the steps as detailed below Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the media drive Wait for the optical disc drive indicator to go out before you open the disc tray Also if the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray wait for it to stop before you remove it 1 To pop the disc tray partially open press the eject button Gently pull the disc tray out until it is fully opened When the disc tray pops open slightly wait a moment to make su
46. detailed precautions and handling instructions Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack Improper installation could generate smoke or fire or cause the battery pack to rupture E Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children It can cause injury User s Manual 6 4 Power and Power Up Modes E The battery pack is lithium ion battery which can explode if not replaced used handled or disposed of properly Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements E The computer s RTC battery is a Ni MH battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative The battery can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations E Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius Otherwise the electrolyte solution might leak battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened E Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adaptor Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode Data could be lost 1 Never remove the battery pack while the Wake up on LAN function is T enabled Data will be lost Before you remove a ba
47. disc User s Manual 4 16 Operating Basics Since the disc is based on the DVD standard it might be filled with dummy data if the written data is less than about 1GB Therefore in these circumstance even if you write only a small amount of data it might take additional time to fill in the dummy data When multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected be sure that you do not write to or delete data from the wrong drive Be sure to connect the AC adaptor to the computer before you write or rewrite any information Before you enter either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode take care to ensure that any DVD RAM writing has been completed In this instance writing is finished if you can eject the DVD RAM media Be sure to close all other software programs except for the writing software itself Do not run software such as a screen saver which can put a heavy load on the processor Operate the computer at its full power settings do not use any power saving features Do not write information while virus checking software is running instead wait for it to finish then disable the virus protection applications including any software that checks files automatically in the background Do not use any hard disk utilities including those that are intended to enhance hard disk drive access speeds as they may cause unstable operation and damage data CD RW Ultra Speed media should not be used as data may be
48. disk at high speed past a read write head disk storage Storing data on magnetic disk Data is arranged on concentric tracks much like a phonograph record display A CRT LCD or other image producing device used to view computer output documentation The set of manuals and or other instructions written for the users of a computer system or application Computer system documentation typically includes procedural and tutorial information as well as system functions double click To press and release the pointing device s primary button rapidly twice without moving the pointing device In the Windows operating system this refers to the pointing device s left button unless otherwise stated driver A software program generally part of the operating system that controls a specific piece of hardware frequently a peripheral device such as a printer or mouse DVD An individual digital versatile or video disc See also DVD ROM DVB T Digital Video Broadcasting Terrestrial Also known as terrestrial digital TV Digital TV broadcasting standard DVD R R R A Digital Versatile Disc Recordable disc can be written once and read many times The DVD R drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD RAM A Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory is a high capacity high performance disc that lets you store large volumes of data The DVD RAM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD ROM A Digital Versatile Disc R
49. ensure it is firmly connected If the problem persists then you should refer to the documentation supplied with your xD picture card for further information Check to ensure the required file is actually on the xD picture card that is inserted into the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual Troubleshooting MultiMediaCard For further information please refer to Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options Problem Procedure MultiMediaCard error Remove the MultiMediaCard from the computer occurs and then reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected If the problem persists then you should refer to the documentation supplied with your MultiMediaCard for further information You cannot write toa Remove the MultiMediaCard from the computer MultiMediaCard and check to ensure that it is not write protected You cannot read a file Check to ensure the required file is actually on the MultiMediaCard that is inserted into the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Infrared receiver window If you are using a USB mouse you should also refer to both the USB device section in this chapter and the documentation supplied with your mouse Problem Procedure Infrared devices do Make sure there is no obstruction blocking not work as expected communication between
50. entering Hibernation Mode the computer saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive However for safety sake it is best to save your data manually Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Hard Disk Drive indicator to go out E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Hibernation Mode Data will be lost Benefits of Hibernation Mode The Hibernation Mode feature provides the following benefits E Saves data to the hard disk drive when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery condition E You can return to your previous working environment immediately when you turn on the computer E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Hibernate feature E Allows the use of the panel power off feature Starting Hibernation Mode You can also enable Hibernation Mode by pressing FN F4 please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details To enter Hibernation Mode follow the steps below 1 Click Start 2 Point to the arrow icon Eina e and then select Hibernate from the menu Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to enter Hibernation Mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid In order to define these settings you can follow the steps as described below
51. equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures E Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna E Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver H Connect the equipment to outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected E Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that 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 website www hc sc gc ca rpb User s Manual D 3 Bluetooth wirele
52. exposure to high temperatures the SSD may be vulnerable to data retention errors Legal Footnote Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity 5 For more information regarding Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the 5 above User s Manual 3 4 Hardware Utilities and Options Optical disc drive BD R RE drive Some models are equipped with a full size BD R RE drive module that lets you record data to rewritable CD DVD BDs It reads BD ROM discs at a maximum 6x speed BD ROM DL discs at a maximum 6x speed DVD ROM s at a maximum 8x speed and CD ROM s at a maximum 24x speed It writes CD R s at up to 24x speed CD RW s at up to 16x speed DVD R s at a maximum 8x speed DVD RW s at a maximum 6x speed DVD R s at a maximum 8x speed DVD RW s at a maximum 8x speed DVD R DL discs at a maximum 4x speed DVD R DL discs at a maximun 4x speed DVD RAM discs at a maximum 5x speed BD R discs at a maximum 6x speed BD R DL discs at a maximum 4x speed BD RE discs at a maximum 2x speed and BD RE DL discs at a maximum 2x speed It supports the following formats BD ROM BD ROM DL BD R BD R DL BD RE BD RE DL DVD ROM DVD Video DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD RAM DVD R DL DVD R DL CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROMXA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA CD G Audio CD only Addressing Method 2
53. few minutes and the battery should begin charging The Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease in battery operating time when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions E The battery has not been used for a long time E The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time E A cool battery is installed in a warm computer In such cases you should follow the steps as detailed below 1 Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power on until the system automatically turns itself off 2 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer and to a wall outlet that is supplying power 3 Charge the battery until the Battery indicator glows white Repeat these steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity Monitoring battery capacity Remaining battery power can be monitored using the following methods E Clicking the battery icon on the Taskbar E Via the Battery Status in the Windows Mobility Center window E You should wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time This is because the computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and then calculate the remaining operating time based on this together with the current power consumption E Please be aware that the actual remaining operating time may differ Slightly from the calculated time
54. further information contact your local government This computer contains rechargeable batteries After repeated use the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them Under certain applicable laws and regulation it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash E Please be kind to our shared environment Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly This product contains mercury Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal reuse or recycling information please contact your local government Optical disc drive safety instructions a Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this section Panasonic Communications DVD Super Multi UJ890AD UJ890ED with Labelflash A The DVD Super Multi drive model employs a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure E To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure User s Manual xi Qosmio F60 Series Location of the required label
55. in the Taskbar To enable this function turn the Optical Drive Power ON Setting the Optical Drive Auto Lock Right click the Optical Drive Power icon in the Taskbar to change the Optical Drive Auto Lock settings Enabling and Disabling Optical Drive Auto Lock 1 Right click on the Optical Drive Power icon on the Taskbar 2 Click Optical Drive Auto Lock gt Enable or Disable Lock Time Settings for Optical Drive Auto Lock This sets the amount of time required to pass before the optical disc drive eject button unlocks when the Computer detects vibration or other shock 1 Right click on the Optical Drive Power icon on the Taskbar 2 Click Unlock time settings gt 1s or 3s or 5s m When the Optical Drive Auto Lock is engaged the FN Tab key combination and Eject Buttons on application screens are disabled H Optical Drive Auto Lock is not enabled immediately after the computer is started the disc tray is closed or the optical disc drive is switched from OFF to ON using the FN Tab keys Writing CD DVD BDs T E Some models in this series are equipped with Writing CD DVD BDs with the BD R RE drive E Some models in this series are equipped with Writing CD DVD with the DVD Super Multi drive You can use the BD R RE drive to write data to either CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW DVD RAM BD R BD R Dual Layer BD RE or BD RE Dual Layer discs User s Manual 4
56. is also called a bootable disk boot disk or a startup disk Compare non system disk T terminal A typewriter like keyboard and CRT display screen connected to the computer for data input output TFT display A liquid crystal display LCD made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active matrix technology with thin film transistor TFT to drive each cell Touch Pad A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest U USB Universal Serial Bus This serial interface lets you communicate with several devices connected in a chain to a single port on the computer V VGA Video Graphics Array is an industry standard video adaptor that lets you run any popular software volatile memory Random access memory RAM that stores information as long as power is supplied to the computer User s Manual Glossary 13 Glossary W warm start Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off Wi Fi A registered trademark term of the Wi Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components window A portion of the screen that can display its own application document or dialog box Often used to mean a Microsoft Windows window Wireless LAN Local Area Network LAN through wireless communication write protection A method for protecting a floppy diskette from acciden
57. is made User s Manual 3 22 Hardware Utilities and Options 1 Bridge media slot 2 Memory media Figure 3 2 Inserting a memory media AX E Make sure memory media is oriented properly before you insert it If you insert the media in wrong direction you may not be able to remove it E When inserting memory media do not touch the metal contacts You could expose the storage area to static electricity which can destroy data E Do not turn the computer off or switch to Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode while files are being copied doing so may cause data to be lost Removing a memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices To remove a memory media follow the steps as detailed below 1 2 3 4 Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Windows Taskbar Point to memory media and click the left Touch Pad control button Press the memory media to partially extend it out of the computer Grasp the media and remove it 1 Bridge media slot 2 Memory media Figure 3 3 Removing memory media T Press gently until the cover clicks into place User s Manual 3 23 Hardware Utilities and Options E Make sure the Bridge Media slot indicator is out before you remove the memory media or turn off the computer s power If you remove the memory media or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the memory media you may lose data or damage the medi
58. lost or damaged You should always write from the computer s hard disk drive onto the CD DVD do not try to write from shared devices such as a server or any other network device Writing with software other than TOSHIBA Disc Creator has not been confirmed therefore operation with other software applications cannot be guaranteed When writing or rewriting Please observe the following points while you write or rewrite data to CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW DVD RAM BD R BD R Dual Layer BD RE or BD RE Dual Layer media Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media do not use the cut and paste function as the original data will be lost if there is a write error Do not perform any of the following actions E Change users in the Windows 7 operating system HM Operate the computer for any other function including such tasks as using a mouse or Touch Pad or closing opening the display panel E Start a communication application User s Manual Operating Basics E Apply impact or vibration to the computer E Install remove or connect external devices including such items as a SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo xD picture card MultiMediaCard USB device external monitor or an optical digital device E Use the audio video control button to reproduce music or voice
59. or paper towel User s Manual 8 12 AV functions Full size remote controller Type of battery that can be used for the Full size remote controller When the batteries shipped with the remote controller are discharged replace them with commercially available AA manganese batteries or AA alkaline batteries Other types or battery should not be used Installing the batteries 1 Open the battery cover on the back of the Full size remote controller Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow to remove the cover 1 Battery cover Figure 8 5 Opening the battery cover 2 Insert the batteries in place Be sure to place the batteries with their polarities and in the correct position 1 Batteries Figure 8 6 Inserting the batteries 3 Close the battery cover Close the cover securely until it clicks User s Manual 8 13 AV functions 1 Battery cover Figure 8 7 Closing the battery cover Replacing the batteries When the batteries in the Full size remote controller reach the end of their life the Full size remote controller may not operate correctly or work only within a short distance from your computer In this instance you should purchase new batteries and replace the discharged ones 1 Open the battery cover on the back of the Full size remote controller 2 Replace the batteries Be sure to place the batteries with their polarities and in the correct position
60. other surface that could be marred by exposure to heat since the computer base and AC adaptor s surface increase in temperature during normal use Always place your computer or AC adaptor on a flat and hard surface that is resistant to heat damage Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions User s Manual Getting Started 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor Figure 1 2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor 3 pin plug T Either a 2 pin or 3 pin adaptor cord will be included with the computer depending on the model 2 Connect the AC adaptor s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the back of the computer 1 DC IN 19V jack 2 DC output plug Figure 1 3 Connecting the DC output plug to the computer 3 Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet the Battery and DC IN indicators on the front of the computer should glow User s Manual 1 5 Getting Started Opening the display The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body of the computer is not raised slowly lift the display panel this will allow the angle of the display panel to be adjusted to provide optimum clarity 1 Display panel Figure 1 4 Opening the display Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel Opening it vigorously or
61. panel brightness in individual steps q amp Brightness Up Pressing FN F7 increases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps el FQ E Wireless Pressing FN F8 switches the active wireless devices if the Wireless On Off panel is switched on If no wireless communication device is installed no dialog box will appear eq amp Ff e Touch Pad Pressing FN F9 enables or disables the Touch Pad function User s Manual 5 3 The Keyboard Aes ScrLock Pressing FN F12 locks the cursor on a specific line The power on default is off Fl E l Zoom Pressing FN Space changes the display resolution HA EH ODD Pressing FN Tab turns the power of the optical disc drive on off or ejects the disc tray le fA ON yo NN TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce Pressing FN 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows Ie EJ ZN a TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge Pressing FN 2 enlarges the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows FN Sticky key You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the FN key sticky that is you can press it once release it and then press an F Number key To start the TOSHIBA Accessibility utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Accessibility Windows special keys The k
62. point to the arrow icon Shut down gt and select Sleep from the menu E Close the display panel Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options to access it click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options E Press the power button Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options to access it click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options When you turn the power back on you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer E When the computer is in Sleep Mode the Power indicator will blink orange E fyou are operating the computer on battery power you can lengthen the overall operating time by turning it off into Hibernation Mode Sleep Mode will consume more power while the computer is off Sleep Mode limitations Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions E Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down E Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise Hibernation Mode The Hibernation Mode feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive when the computer is turned off so that the next time it is turned on the previous state is restored Please note that the Hibernation Mode feature does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to the computer User s Manual Getting Started A E Save your data While
63. programs may not support remote control functions Operational range of the remote controller Point the remote controller at your computer and press a button The operational angle and distance are described below Distance Within 5 m from the infrared receiver window Angle Within a 30 degree horizontal and 15 degree vertical range of the infrared receiver window ___ 30degrees 15degrees vertically 15degrees vertically 1 Infrared receiver window 2 Remote controller Figure 8 4 Operational range of the remote control The appearance of the provided remote controller may vary from model to model User s Manual 8 11 AV functions J Even if within the effective scope as described above the remote control may malfunction or not work correctly in the following cases E When an obstacle stands between the infrared receiver window of your computer and the remote controller E When direct sunlight or strong fluorescent light strikes the infrared receiver window E When the infrared receiver window or the infrared emission part of the remote controller is dirty m When other computers which use an infrared remote controller are used near to your computer E When alow battery condition is present Installing Removing batteries Be sure to install the provided AA type batteries before using the remote controller The procedures for installing and removing the b
64. regulatory information that may apply in your country region Radio E Band 5GHz 5150 5850 MHz Revision a Frequency and n E Band 2 4GHz 2400 2483 5 MHz Revision b g and n The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of the wireless communication Communications at lower transmit range may travel larger distances E The range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high density materials E Range is also impacted due to obstacles in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal User s Manual C 2 Wireless LAN Supported Frequency Sub bands Subject to the radio regulations that apply in the countries regions your Wireless LAN module may support a different set of 5 GHz 2 4 GHz channels Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for information about the radio regulations that apply in the countries regions 2 4GHz Band Channels Sets Wireless IEEE 802 11 Revision b g and n Frequency Range Channel ID 1 2 10 11 12 13 2400 2483 5 MHz 2412 2417 2422 2427 2432 2437 2442 2447 2452 2457 1 2462 2467 2 2472 2 1 Factory set default channels 2 The approved channels on using are different at each country or region When using these channels in any country or region refer to the addendum sheet which is Approved Countries Regions for use The chann
65. section describes the hardware of your computer The actual specifications may vary depending on the model you purchased Processor CPU Your computer is equipped with one processor and processor type varies depending on model To check which type of processor is included in your model open the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility by clicking Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt PC Diagnostic Tool Legal Footnote CPU 2 For more information on the CPU please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or Click the 2 above User s Manual 3 1 Hardware Utilities and Options 1 Memory Memory slots 1GB 2GB or 4GB memory modules can be installed in the computer s two memory slots for a maximum of 8 192MB system memory This computer can be equipped with memory modules of a maximum size of 8 192MB The actual amount of useable system memory will be less than the installed memory modules Video RAM The memory in a computer s graphics adaptor used to store the image displayed on a bitmap display Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Display gt Adjust resolution The amount of Video RAM can be verified by clicking the Advanced settings button in the Display Settings window The amount of Total Available Graphics memory will vary be between 1 and 2 MB depending upon system configuration If your computer is configured with more than 3 GB memory t
66. slamming it shut could damage the computer User s Manual 1 6 Getting Started J E As the display panel cannot be opened until 180 degrees please be Dl careful of the angle when flipping open the display panel E Be careful not to open the display panel too far as this could put stress on the display panel s hinges and cause damage E Do not press or push on the display panel E Do not lift the computer by the display panel E Do not close the display panel with pens or any other objects left in between the display panel and the keyboard E When opening or closing the display panel place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to slowly open or close the display panel Do not use excessive force when opening or closing the display panel Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power the Power indicator will then indicate the status Please refer to the Monitoring of power condition section in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for more information J E After you turn on the power for the first time do not turn it off until you I have set up the operating system Please refer to the section Starting up for the first time for more information E Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows Setup 1 Open the display panel User s Manual 1 7 Getting Started 2 Press and hold the computer s power button for two or three seconds
67. the amount of signals a computing device can allow past its shielding A Class A device is sufficient for office use Class B provides a more stringent classification for home equipment use TOSHIBA portable computers comply with Class B computing device regulations User s Manual Glossary 11 Glossary Random Access Memory RAM Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read Volatile here means that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer This type of memory is used for your computer s main memory See also memory Compare ROM resolution A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen For a printer resolution is expressed in dots per inch dpi For a screen it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically restart Resetting a computer without turning it off also called warm boot soft reset or reboot See also boot RGB Red green and blue A device that uses three input signals each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color red green and blue or port for using such a device See also CRT RJ11 A modular telephone jack RJ45 A modular LAN jack Read Only Memory ROM Non volatile memory that can be read but not written to Non volatile here means that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power This type of memory is used to store your comp
68. the computer and the target device If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse you should also refer to both the USB device section in this chapter and the documentation supplied with your mouse Touch Pad Problem Procedure On screen pointer In this instance the system might be busy Try does not respond to moving the mouse again after waiting a short pointing device while operation User s Manual 9 14 Troubleshooting Problem Double tapping does not work The on screen pointer moves too fast or too slow The reaction of Touch pad is either too sensitive or not sensitive enough Procedure In this instance you should initially try changing the double click speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse under Devices and Printers Within the Mouse Properties window click the Buttons tab Set the double click speed as required and click OK In this instance you should initially try changing the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse under Devices and Printers Within the Mouse Properties window click the Pointer Options tab Set the pointer speed as required and click OK
69. the computer will restart p Procedure Please refer to the TOSHIBA Password Utility section in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for further information Keyboard problems can be caused by the setup and configuration of the computer please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further information Problem Output to screen is garbled Procedure Please refer to your software s documentation to ensure that its is not remapping the keyboard in any way remapping involves changing or reassigning the function of each key If you are still unable to use the keyboard you should contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 7 Troubleshooting Internal display panel Apparent computer s display panel problems may be related to the computer s setup and configuration Problem No display Markings appear on the computer s display panel Problems above remain unresolved or other problems occur Hard disk drive Problem Computer does not boot from hard disk drive Procedure Press the FN F5 hot keys to adjust the display priority and to make sure it is not set for output to an external monitor These marks may have come from contact with the keyboard and Touch Pad while the display panel has been closed You should try to remove the marks by gently wiping the display panel with a clean dry cloth or if this fails with a good quality LCD screen cleaner In this lat
70. time Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery packs E Atleast once a month disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges Before doing so follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn off the computer s power 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the computer s power if it does not turn on then go to Step 4 3 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes If you find that the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged however if the Battery indicator flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery condition go to Step 4 User s Manual 6 7 Power and Power Up Modes 4 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer and to a wall outlet that is supplying power The DC IN indicator should glow white and the Battery indicator should glow orange to indicate that the battery pack is being charged however in the event that DC IN indicator does not glow this indicates that power is not being supplied check the connections for the AC adaptor and the power cord 5 Charge the battery pack until the Battery indicator glows white E If you have extra battery packs rotate their use If you will not be using the system for an extended period for example for more than one month remove the battery pack from the
71. transferring ownership or disposing of your computer please uninstall the application or delete all the logs created by the application For details on how to do this see help file E TOSHIBA Face Recognition can be used only in Windows 7 Disclaimer Toshiba does not guarantee that the face recognition utility technology will be completely secure or error free Toshiba does not guarantee that the face recognition utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of the face recognition software or utility TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS PROFITS PROGRAMS DATA NETWORK SYSTEMS OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF How to register the Face Recognition Data Take a picture for facial verification purposes and register the data needed when you log in To register the data needed when you log in follow the steps as described below 1 To launch this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Face Recognition User s Manual 4 4 Operating Basics E The Registration screen is displayed for a logged in user whose face has not been registered E The Management screen is displayed for a logged in user whose face has already been reg
72. turn the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately wait a short period to avoid any potential damage Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work you are able to turn off the power without exiting from your software by placing the computer into Sleep Mode In this mode data is maintained in the computer s main memory so that when you turn on the power again you can continue working right where you left off When you have to turn off your computer aboard an aircraft or in places where electronic devices are regulated or controlled always completely shut down the computer This includes turning off any wireless communication devices and canceling settings that reactivate the computer automatically such as a timer recording function Failure to completely shut down the computer in this way could allow the operating system to reactivate and run pre programmed tasks or preserve unsaved data which could interfere with aviation or other systems possibly causing serious injury E Before entering Sleep Mode be sure to save your data E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep Mode The computer or the memory module could be damaged E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode unless the computer is connected to an AC power source Data in memory could be lost E When the AC adaptor is connected the computer will go into Sleep Mode according to the settings in the Pow
73. turned itself off wait between ten and fifteen seconds before turning the power on again by pressing the power button System Recovery Options A About 1 5GB hidden partition is allocated on the hard disk drive for the System Recovery Options This partition stores files which can be used to repair the system in the event of a problem The System Recovery Options feature will be unusable if this partition is deleted System Recovery Options The System Recovery Options feature is installed on the hard disk when shipped from the factory The System Recovery Options menu includes tools to repair startup problems run diagnostics or restore the system See the Windows Help and Support content for more information about Startup Repair The System Recovery Options can also be run manually to repair problems User s Manual Getting Started i The procedure is as follows Follow the instructions shown on the on screen menu 1 2 3 4 Turn off the computer While holding the F8 key turn on the computer The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed Use the arrow keys to select Repair Your Computer and press ENTER Follow the on screen instructions Check your Windows manual for more information on backing up your system including the system image backup feature System Recovery This section describes the creation of Recovery Media and their use Creating Recovery Media I This secti
74. your computer basic operations and care using optional devices and troubleshooting If you are a new user of computers or if you re new to portable computing first read over the Chapter 1 Getting Started and Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer s features components and accessory devices Then read Chapter 1 Getting Started for step by step instructions on setting up your computer If you are an experienced computer user please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organized then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages Be sure to read the Special features section in Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options to learn about features that are uncommon or unique to this computer as well as the section on Chapter 7 HW Setup to understand how to setup and configure these features Read Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options if connecting optional products or external devices Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe identify and highlight terms and operating procedures User s Manual xvi Qosmio F60 Series Abbreviations On first appearance and whenever necessary for clarity abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition For example Read Only Memory ROM Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary Icons Icons identify ports dials and other parts of your
75. 2 Click Create Video Disc gt New Project to invoke the 2nd Launcher choose Blu ray and then invoke DVD MovieFactory User s Manual 4 20 Operating Basics 3 Add source from HDD by clicking Add Video files button to invoke browser dialog box 4 Choose the source video and then go to Next page to apply Menu 5 After choosing the menu template click the Next button to go to the Burning Page 6 Choose the output type and then click the Burn button How to learn more about Corel DVD MovieFactory Please refer to the Help and Manual files for additional Corel DVD MovieFactory information E Opening the Corel DVD MovieFactory Manual Start gt All Programs gt DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA gt DVD MovieFactory User Manual Important information for use Note the following limitations when you write Video DVD or Blu ray disc Movie 1 Editing digital video E Log in with Administrator rights to use DVD MovieFactory E Make sure that your computer is running on AC power when using DVD MovieFactory E Operate the computer at Full Power Do not use power saving features H While you are editing DVD you can display preview However if another application is running The preview might not display properly DVD MovieFactory cannot edit or play copy protected content E Do not enter Sleep or Hibernation Mode while using DVD MovieFactory E Do not operate DVD MovieFactory immediately after turning on t
76. 3 10 Connecting an eSATA cable to the eSATA USB combo port User s Manual 3 31 Hardware Utilities and Options i E A connected eSATA device may not be recognized if it is connected to the computer s eSATA USB combo port while the computer is in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode If this occurs disconnect the eSATA device and then reconnect the device while the computer is turned on E fyou connect an eSATA device after the computer has already been turned on it will take about ten seconds for it to be recognized by the computer Do not attempt to disconnect and reconnect the drive before this period has elapsed Disconnecting an eSATA device When you have finished using an eSATA device you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it 1 Wait for the indicator light of an eSATA device to go out to make sure all activity has stopped If you disconnect an eSATA device or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the drive you may lose data or damage an eSATA device or the drive 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Windows Taskbar 3 Click an eSATA device that you want to remove 4 Carefully pull an eSATA device s eSATA USB combo connector out from within the computer s eSATA USB combo port External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer To connect a monitor follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn the computer s powe
77. 4 Safety Use for TV Tuner 13 0 0 cc eee H 4 Glossary Index User s Manual Qosmio F60 Series Copyright 2009 by TOSHIBA Corporation All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein TOSHIBA Qosmio F60 Series Portable Personal Computer User s Manual First edition November 2009 Copyright authority for music movies computer programs databases and other intellectual property covered by copyright laws belongs to the author or to the copyright owner Copyrighted material can be reproduced only for personal use or use within the home Any other use beyond that stipulated above including conversion to digital format alteration transfer of copied material and distribution on a network without the permission of the copyright owner is a violation of copyright or author s rights and is subject to civil damages or criminal action Please comply with copyright laws in making any reproduction from this manual Please note that you may infringe the owner s rights protected by the copyright laws if you use the screen mode switching functions e g Wide mode Wide Zoom mode etc of this product to display enlarged images video at coffee shops or hotels for the purposes of profits or providing these to the public Disclaimer This manual has
78. AN SATA USB Button Setting and Illumination to allow specific functions of the computer to be configured In addition there are also three buttons OK Cancel and Apply OK Accepts your changes and closes the HW Setup window Cancel Closes the window without accepting your changes Apply Accepts all your changes without closing the HW Setup window General This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons Default and About Default Return all HW Setup values to the factory settings About Display the HW Setup version User s Manual 7 1 HW Setup T Setup This field displays the installed BIOS Version date and EC Version Display This tab is supported with some models The tab lets you customize your computer s display settings for either the internal display or an external monitor Power On Display This tab allows you to select the display to be used when the computer is started Please note that this setting is only available on standard VGA mode and is not available as part of the Windows Desktop properties The Power On Display is supported with some models Auto Selected Selects an external monitor if one is connected otherwise it selects the internal display default System LCD Only Selects the internal display even if the external monitor is connected Boot Priority Boot Priority Options This tab allows you to set the priority for booting the computer The Boot
79. D Video DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD RAM CD ROM CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CDEXTRA Recordable Disc CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD RAM BD R BD R DL BD RE BD RE DL Check the region code on the DVD It must match that on the BD drive Region codes are listed in the Optical disc drives section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour Cannot write correctly If you have trouble in writing make sure you have taken the following precautions Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA Do not use the mouse or keyboard while writing Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording Do not run or start other software while writing Do not jar the computer while writing Do not connect disconnect external devices or install remove internal cards while writing If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 10 Troubleshooting DVD Super Multi drive For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem You cannot access a CD DVD in the drive Some CD DVDs run correctly but others do not Procedure Make sure the drive s disc tray is securely closed Press gently until it clicks into place Check whether the drive power is on If the power is off press the FN Tab hot key and turn on the power Open the disc tray and make sure the CD
80. DVD is properly seated It should lie flat with the label facing up A foreign object in the disc tray could block laser light from reading the CD DVD Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the CD DVD is dirty If it is wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Refer to the Media care section in Chapter 4 for details on cleaning The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software s needs Check the CD DVD s documentation Check the type of CD DVD you are using The drive supports DVD ROM DVD ROM DVD Video CD ROM CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA Addressing Method 2 Recordable DVD DVD R R DL DVD R R DL DVD RW DVD RW DVD RAM Check the region code on the DVD It must match that on the DVD Super Multi drive Region codes are listed in the Optical disc drives section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour User s Manual 9 11 Troubleshooting USB floppy diskette drive The USB floppy diskette drive is available only as an option For further information please refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure Drive does not operate Check the connection between the computer and the drive to ensure that it is properly attached Some programs run The computer s software or h
81. Ds without using an adaptor The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer J edge BD read BD DL read BD R write BD R DL write BD RE write BD RE DL write DVD read DVD R write DVD RW write DVD R write DVD RW write DVD R DL write DVD R DL write DVD RAM write CD read CD R write CD RW write 6 speed maximum 6 speed maximum 6 speed maximum 4 speed maximum 2 speed maximum 2 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 6 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 4 speed maximum 4 speed maximum 5 speed maximum 24 speed maximum 24 speed maximum 16 speed maximum Ultra speed media User s Manual 2 14 The Grand Tour DVD Super Multi drive The full size DVD Super Multi drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD DVDs as well as run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8cm 3 15 i CD DVDs without using an adaptor The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge DVD read DVD R write DVD R DL write DVD RW write DVD R write DVD R DL write DVD RW write DVD RAM write CD read CD R write CD RW write 8 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 6 speed maximum 6 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 6 speed maximum 8 speed maximum 5 speed maximum 24 speed maximum 24 speed maximum 24 speed maximum Ultra speed media User s Manual 2 15 The Grand Tour AC adaptor i A
82. E Open the optical disc drive E Do not use shut down log off Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode functions while writing or rewriting E Make sure that the write rewrite operation is completed before going into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode writing is completed if you can remove an optical media on the DVD Super Multi drive or BD R RE drive Ifthe media is of poor quality or is dirty or damaged writing or rewriting errors may occur E Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such as airplanes trains or cars In addition do not use the computer on an unstable surface such as a stand E Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer TOSHIBA Disc Creator Please be aware of the following limitations when you use the TOSHIBA Disc Creator E DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator DVD Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot use TOSHIBA Disc Creator s Audio CD for Car or Home CD Player function to record music to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW media E Donotuse the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator in order to copy DVD Video or DVD ROM material that has copyright protection E DVD RAM discs cannot be backed up using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator You cannot back up CD ROM CD R or CD RW media to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer or DVD RW me
83. MI out port on the computer To connect monitor follow the steps as detailed below F As the port operation of all HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface T monitors have not been confirmed some HDMI monitors may not function properly Connecting the HDMI out port 1 Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port of the HDMI device 1 HDMI out port 2 HDMI cable Figure 3 12 Connecting the HDMI out port 2 Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port on your computer F When connecting or disconnecting an HDMI device to or from the T computer only do so when the computer is turned on or when the computer is completely turned off Do not do so when the computer is in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode User s Manual 3 33 Hardware Utilities and Options Q When you connect a television or external monitor to the HDMI port and the display output device is set to HDMI When you unplug the HDMI cable and re plug it in please wait at least 5 seconds before you replug the HDMI cable again When you connect a television or external monitor to the HDMI port and you connect the television external monitor or external sound device to another port When you change the display output or Unplug re plug the HDMI cable The sound output device and the display output device maybe changed automatically by the system Settings for display video on HDMI To view video on the HDMI device be sur
84. N E Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable The AC adaptor must remain connected during LAN use If you disconnect the AC Adaptor while the computer is accessing a LAN the system may hang up E Do not connect any other cable to the LAN jack except the LAN cable Otherwise malfunctions or damage may occur E Do not connect any power supplying device to the LAN cable that is connected to the LAN jack Otherwise malfunctions or damage may occur 1 Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer 2 Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack Press gently until you hear the latch click into place a 1 LAN jack 2 LAN cable Figure 4 8 Connecting the LAN cable 3 Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector or router Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor before using or configuring a network connection User s Manual 4 36 Operating Basics Disconnecting the LAN cable To disconnect the LAN cable follow the steps as detailed below 1 Pinch the lever on the connector in the computer s LAN jack and pull out the connector 2 Disconnect the cable from the LAN hub or router in the same manner Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor before disconnecting from the hub Computer Handling This section explains computer handling and maintenance Cleaning the computer To help ensure long
85. Panasonic Corporation for 3x and 5x speed media Hitachi Maxell Ltd for 3x and 5x speed media BD R Panasonic Corporation BD R Dual Layer Panasonic Corporation BD RE Panasonic Corporation BD RE Dual Layer Panasonic Corporation J E BD R RE drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 8x speed T DVD R DVD R and DVD RW media 6x speed BD R and DVD RW media 5x speed DVD RAM media 4x speed BD R Dual Layer DVD R Dual Layer and DVD R Double Layer media 2x speed BD RE and BD RE Dual Layer media Before writing or rewriting with the DVD Super Multi drive E Based on TOSHIBA s limited compatibility testing we suggest the following manufacturers of CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW or DVD RAM media however it must be noted that disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates Please also be aware that in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation quality or performance of any disc User s Manual 4 14 Operating Basics CD R TAIYO YUDEN CO Ltd MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD Hitachi Maxell Ltd CD RW Multi Speed and High Speed MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD CD RW Ultra Speed MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD DVD R DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2 0 TAIYO YUDEN Co Ltd for 8x and 16x speed media MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 8x and 16x speed media Hitachi Max
86. Panel Power Off On feature as appropriate For example when you close the display panel the computer enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down and then when you next open the display the computer will automatically start up and return you to the application you were previously working on You can specify within the Power Options To access it click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options Do not put any magnetic objects close to this switch as they may cause the computer to automatically enter Hibernation Mode and shut down even if the Panel Power Off feature is disabled Power button Display hinge Display screen Press this button to turn the computer s power on and off The display hinge allows the display panel to be position at a variety of easy to view angles Please be aware that when the computer is operating on the AC adaptor the image displayed on the internal screen will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power This difference in brightness levels is intended to save power when operating on batteries For more information on the computer s display please refer to the Display Controller and Video mode section in Appendix B User s Manual 2 9 The Grand Tour Indicators This section explains indicator functions System indicators The LED system indicators for specific computer operations glow when those operations are in progress gt
87. Please refer to the Web Camera section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Connect the coaxial cable to this port to watch TV programs on your computer or record them The dimensions and shape of the TV antenna port vary for different regions User s Manual 3 8 Hardware Utilities and Options HDMI out port Headphone and Line out jack Microphone and Line in jack TV Tuner Infrared receiver window Remote controller HDMI out port can connect with Type A connector HDMI cable HDMI cable can send video and audio signals In addition to this it can send and receive control signals By connecting a TV which supports HDMI Control to this port the remote control for the connected TV can be used to operate some of the computer functions Refer to the REGZA Link PC Control section in Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options for more details This jack lets you connect digital speakers a stereo headphone 16 ohm minimum or a stereo device for audio output When you connect a digital speaker or headphones the internal speaker is automatically disabled A 3 5mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a three conductor mini jack for stereo microphone input and connection of a stereo device for audio input TV Tuner enables watching and recording TV programs Some models are equipped with the TV Tuner This is a sensor window that receives signals from the remote controller which is provided with
88. Priority Options setting will be displayed as shown below Click the up and down arrow buttons to adjust the priority TOSHIBA SATA LAN General Display CPU Boot Priority Keyboard This tab sets the Boot Priority of the device Boot Priority Options High Priority co ND USB Memory BIOS Support Type HDD 5 FDD User s Manual 7 2 HW Setup e You can override the settings and manually select a boot device by pressing one of the following keys while the computer is booting U Selects the USB floppy diskette drive N Selects the network 1 Selects the built in hard disk drive 03 Selects the CD ROM M Selects the USB memory drive E Selects the eSATA HDD 1 The floppy diskette drive will be used to start the computer when there is a bootable disk contained in the external drive If SD memory card is installed as well the external floppy diskette drive will be checked first followed by the SD memory device itself 2 In this computer CD ROM refers to the Fixed optical disc drive The optical disc drive will be used to start the computer when there is a bootable disk contained in the drive To change the boot drive follow the steps below 1 Hold down F12 and turn the computer on When the Qosmio logo screen appears release the F12 key 2 Use the up and down cursor keys to select the boot device you want and press ENTER If a Supervisor P
89. SHIBA supports AACS Advanced Accesss Control System copy protection technology Renewal of the AACS key integrated into this product is required for uninterrupted enjoyment of Blu ray Disc An Internet connection is required for renewal AACS key renewal is provided free of charge for 5 years after the purchase of this product however renewal beyond 5 years is subject to conditions specified by the software provider Corel Corporation E Donot playback Blu ray Disc while recording television programs using Windows Media Center My TV or other applications Doing so may cause Blu ray Disc playback or television program recording errors In addition if pre scheduled recording starts during Blu ray Disc Video playback it may cause Blu ray Disc Video playback or television program recording errors Please view Blu ray Disc Video during times when there is no recording prescheduled E While playing a BD J title keyboard shortcut is ineffectve E Resume play function cannot be used with some discs on WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA E The interactive function on Blu ray Discs may not work depending on the contents or network situation E Region codes for BD drive and media Optical disc drives and their associated media are manufactured according to the specifications of three marketing regions Region codes can be set from WinDVD BD Region tab in Setup dialogue When you purchase BD Video make sure it matches your drive otherwise it will
90. See also CD ROM CD R A Compact Disc Recordable disc can be written once and read many times See also CD ROM CD ROM A Compact Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacity disc that can be read from but not written to The CD ROM drive uses a laser rather than magnetic heads to read data from the disc CD RW A Compact Disc ReWritable disc can be rewritten many times See also CD ROM character Any letter number punctuation mark or symbol used by the computer Also synonymous with byte chassis The frame containing the computer chip A small semiconductor containing computer logic and circuitry for processing memory input output functions and controlling other chips click To press and release the pointing device s primary button without moving the pointing device In the Windows operating system this refers to the pointing device s left button unless otherwise stated See also double click CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor An electronic circuit fabricated on a silicon wafer that requires very little power Integrated circuits implemented in CMOS technology can be tightly packaged and are highly reliable cold start Starting a computer that is currently off turning on the power COM1 COM2 COM3 and COM4 The names assigned to the serial and communication ports commands Instructions you enter at the terminal keyboard that direct the actions of the computer or its peripheral devices compatibility
91. TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt User s Manual Qosmio F60 Series TOSHIBA Table of Contents Table of Contents Copyright c2 asec a e a et a E Ea E ae tees vi Disclaimer E N ee ere ea ees vi Trademarks rania dete eae OS tte Ree A ee ole en ee a vii Macrovision License 000 0c eee eee ee eee eee vii FCC information sinsdien a eit nna dase ds viii EU Conformity Statement 00 0c eee ee eee ix VCCI Class B Information 2000 eee eee ix Canadian regulatory information Canada only 45 ix Important Safety Information for Computers with TV tuner x Following information is only for EU member states x Disposing of the computer and the computer s batteries xi Optical disc drive safety instructions 220 0 0055 xi International precautions 0 00 ee eee xiv Preface G nve tionS 25 10 ose gypa as Gad a E a A xvi General Precautions Provide adequate ventilation 0 ccc eee eee xix Creating a computer friendly environment XX Stress INJULY amp ieice cca Cee ed ee ee oe eee eee XX Heat injury iccctece an deka ce dan jtaaG weg dn ohn esede E A XX Pressure or impact damage 000020eee eee ee eens xxi Mobile phones Lisne sce wwe ae Se n ee ed A ce xxi Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 0005 xxi The cautions on use of a Qosmio F60 Series compute
92. Windows section of Windows Help and Support Annoying sound is In this instance you may be experiencing heard feedback from either the internal microphone or an external microphone connected to the computer please refer to Sound system in Chapter 4 Operating Basics for further information Volume cannot be adjusted when Windows is turned on or turned off If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider External monitor Please also refer to Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options and to the documentation supplied with your monitor for further information Problem Procedure Monitor does notturn After confirming that the monitor s power switch on is on you should check the connections to make sure that the power cord adaptor is firmly connected to the monitor and to a working power outlet User s Manual 9 20 Troubleshooting LAN Problem No display Display error occurs Problem Cannot access LAN Wake up on LAN does not work Procedure Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press the FN F5 hot key in order to change the display priority and ensure that it is not set for the internal display panel only Check to see if the external monitor is connected When the external monitor is set as the primary display device in extended desktop mode it will not display when the computer wakes up from Slee
93. a E Do not remove the memory media while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation Mode The computer could become unstable or data in the memory media could be lost E Do not remove only the miniSD microSD Card while leaving the adaptor in the Bridge Media slot Additional memory module J You can install additional memory into the computer in order to increase the amount of system memory that is available This section describes how to install and remove optional memory modules E You should place a mat beneath the computer in order to prevent the computer s lid from becoming scratched or damaged when you are installing replacing the memory module In this instance you should avoid mats that are made of materials that hold or generate static electricity E When installing or removing a memory module you must ensure that you do not touch any other internal areas of the computer E nsert the two memory modules into Slot A and Slot B respectively The computer will operate in dual channel mode You can access the inserted memory modules efficiently in dual channel E Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA E Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following conditions a The computer is turned on b The computer was shut down in either Sleep or Hibernation Mode c Wake up on LAN is enabled E Be careful not to let screws or other foreign matter fall into the computer It could cause malfunction or electri
94. a card or expose it to liquids or let it get dirty E After using card return it to its case E The card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way Do not try to force the card into the slot E Donotleave a card partially inserted in the slot Press the card until you hear it click into place Memory card care E Set the write protect switch to the lock position if you do not want to record data E Memory cards have a limited lifespan so it is important to backup important data E Donotwrite to a card if the battery power is low Low power could affect writing accuracy E Do not remove a card while read write is in progress I For more details on using memory cards see manuals accompanying the cards About the write protect The following memory media have a function for protect E SD Card SD memory card SDHC memory card E Memory Stick Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo B MultiMediaCard MMC ZN Set the write protect switch to the lock position if you do not want to record data Inserting a memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices To insert a memory media follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn the memory media so that the contacts metal areas are face down 2 Insert the memory media into the Bridge media slot in the front of the computer 3 Press the memory media gently to ensure a firm connection
95. ache and faster than main memory See also cache memory L1 cache LAN A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with any other on the network Light Emitting Diode LED A semiconductor device that emits light when a current is applied Liquid Crystal Display LCD Liquid crystal sealed between two sheets of glass coated with transparent conducting material The viewing side coating is etched into character forming segments with leads that extend to the edge of the glass Applying a voltage between the glass sheets alters the brightness of the liquid crystal main board See motherboard megabyte MB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes See also kilobyte megahertz A unit of wave frequency that equals 1 million cycles per second See also hertz memory Typically refers to the computer s main memory where programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily such as RAM or it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently such as ROM A computer s main memory is RAM See RAM ROM menu A software interface that displays a list of options on the screen Also called a screen User s Manual Glossary 9 Glossary microprocessor A hardware component contained in a single integrated circuit that carries out instructions Also called the
96. actory for TOSHIBA How to make a Labelflash DVD Simplified steps for making a Labelflash DVD 1 Insert a Labelflash disc in optical disc drive Set PRINTING SIDE for underside 2 Click Start gt All Programs gt DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA gt DVD MovieFactory Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory Click Create Disc Label Corel Label Once is started Click the General tab Choose optical disc drive for Printer e g lt E gt Add and customize the look of your images and text Click Label Flash Setting and choose Draw Quality Click Print o NDAY How to make a DVD Video Simplified steps for making a DVD Video from adding video source 1 Click Start gt All Programs gt DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA gt DVD MovieFactory Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory 2 Insert a DVD R DVD R DVD RW or DVD RW disc in Burner 3 Click Create Video Disc gt New Project and choose your Project format 4 Add source from HD Disk by clicking Add Video files button to invoke browser dialog box 5 Choose the source video and then go to Next page to apply Menu 6 After choosing the menu template click the Next button to go to the Output Page 7 Choose the output type and then click the Burn button How to make a Blu ray Disc Movie Simplified steps for making a Blu ray disc movie 1 Click Start gt All Programs gt DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA gt DVD MovieFactory Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory
97. ain window Changes the TV channel or moves a page up and down depending on the available options Turns your computer sound off Allows you to start recording of TV programs The Recorded TV feature of Media Center will be activated Opens the Television Program Guide to display available TV channels and programs to watch and record A shortcut to the full screen view It also takes you to the current point in a live TV program after pausing live TV Opens the main menu on a DVD movie if available Allows you to select a channel or chapter number while watching TV or CD DVD replay Numbers letters or symbols can be entered To select a channel or chapter number of two or more digits press the buttons sequentially For example press the 1 button and then the 0 button to select the number 10 Deletes entered numbers letters or symbols The OK button on the remote controller has the same functions User s Manual 8 10 AV functions Red Green Yellow It jumps to a registration link and Blue buttons These buttons are not provided with some models Teletext Starts or terminates the Teletext mode This button is not provided with some models Using the remote controller Some computers include a remote control unit which allows you to control some of your computer s functions from a distant location T E The remote controller is designed specifically for this computer E Some application
98. also refer to the documentation supplied with your audio device Problem No sound is heard Procedure In the event the Power indicator flashes when the computer is turned on you should first check that the installed memory module s are compatible with the computer If there is an error with a compatible memory module there is a possibility the memory module is damaged If you determine that an incompatible module has been installed you should follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn off the computer 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripheral devices 3 Remove the battery pack 4 Remove the incompatible memory module Install the battery and or connect the AC adaptor 6 Turn on the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Remove the memory module from Slot B and insert it into Slot A Procedure Adjust the volume control dial Turn the dial clockwise to increase the volume and turn it counter clockwise to decrease the volume Check the software volume settings Please check to see if Mute is turned to Off User s Manual 9 19 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Check to make sure the headphone connection is secure Check within the Windows Device Manager application to ensure the sound device is enabled and that the device is properly working For further information please refer to Troubleshooting in
99. amount of data to be written to the hard disk drive and may interfere with smooth recording E When recording in dimly lit environments select Night Mode which allows for brighter images with less noise User s Manual 4 3 Operating Basics Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition Q J TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verification library to verify the face data of users when they log in to Windows The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like which makes the login process easier E TOSHIBA Face Recognition does not guarantee the correct identification of a user Changes to the likeness of a registrant such as hair style changes wearing a cap or wearing glasses may effect the recognition rates when such changes occur after the registrant had registered E TOSHIBA Face Recognition may incorrectly recognize faces that are similar to a registrant E For high security purposes TOSHIBA Face Recognition is not a suitable substitute for Windows passwords When security is a high priority use your established Windows passwords to log in E Bright background light and or shadows may prevent a registrant from being recognized correctly In that case log in using your Windows password If recognition of a registrant fails repeatedly refer to your computer documentation to learn ways to improve recognition performance E TOSHIBA Face Recognition records face data in a log when face recognition fails When
100. applicable Dedicated Video Memory System Video Memory and Shared System Memory Shared System Memory will vary depending on system memory size and other factors User s Manual H 3 Legal Footnotes Wireless LAN s The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed Copy Protection Applicable copy protection standards included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media TV Tuner 1o TV Tuner will function only in the country where the computer was purchased Images 11 All images are simulated for purposes of illustration LCD Brightness and Eye Stain 12 Your display panel has a brightness approaching that of a TV device We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes Safety Use for TV Tuner 13 If you have to operate your computer during a thunderstorm and are connecting the TV tuner to an outside antenna you should operate your computer using AC power mode The AC adaptor offers some protection against but does not entirely prevent possible electric shock caused by lightning For complete protection do not operate
101. ardware correctly but others do configuration may be causing a problem ensure not that these configurations match your requirements refer to any relevant documentation for example that supplied with any software in use for further information You cannot access the Try another floppy diskette in the drive if you are external floppy able to access this disk then it indicates the diskette drive original disk and not the drive is probably causing the problem If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card For further information please refer to Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options Problem Procedure SD SDHC memory Remove the SD SDHC memory card card miniSD microSD miniSD microSD Card from the computer and Card error occurs then reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected If the problem persists then you should refer to the documentation supplied with your SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card for further information You cannot write toan Remove the SD SDHC memory card from the SD SDHC memory computer and check to ensure that it is not write card protected You cannot read a file Check to ensure the required file is actually on the SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card that is inserted into the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service pro
102. assword has been set manual boot device selection functions may be restricted The boot device selection methods described above will not change the boot priority settings that have been configured in HW Setup In addition if you press a key other than one of those listed or if the selected device is not installed the system will continue to boot according to the current and available settings in HW Setup USB Memory BIOS Support Type This option allows you to set the type of the USB memory to be used as a startup device HDD Sets the USB memory to be the equivalent of a hard disk drive default With this setting the USB memory device can be used to start the computer as though it were a hard disk drive based on the hard disk drive settings within both the Boot Priority and HDD Priority options detailed previously User s Manual 7 3 HW Setup FDD Sets the USB memory to be the equivalent of a floppy diskette drive With this setting the USB memory device can be used to start the computer as though it were a floppy diskette based on the floppy diskette drive settings within the Boot Priority option detailed previously Keyboard Wake up on Keyboard When this feature is enabled and the computer is in Sleep Mode you can turn on the system by pressing any key However please be aware that this option will only work with the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in Sleep Mode Enabled Enables the Wak
103. at are connected to the computer 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down Always make sure the display panel is closed in Laptop mode before turning the computer upside down User s Manual 6 8 Power and Power Up Modes 5 Slide the battery safety lock towards the release qm position to make the battery release latch movable 1 Battery pack 2 Battery safety lock Figure 6 1 Releasing the battery pack 1 6 Slide and hold the battery release latch 1 to disengage the battery pack and then remove it from the computer 2 Bic al ogeGca 00 00000 QQoQGG Qoa QG0jOG z 1 Battery pack 2 Battery release latch Figure 6 2 Releasing the battery pack 2 User s Manual 6 9 Power and Power Up Modes Installing the battery pack To install a battery follow the steps as detailed below Do not touch the battery release latch while holding the computer or the battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the battery release latch and cause injuries 1 Insert the battery pack as far as it will go into the computer 1 2 Ensure that the battery pack is securely in place and the battery safety lock 2 is in its g position _ _ C 1 Battery pack 2 Battery safety lock Figure 6 3 Securing the battery pack 3 Turn your computer over TOSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two le
104. at the memory module cover is firmly closed 10 Install the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes if required 11 Turn your computer over Battery Packs You can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs so that if you re away from an AC power source and your battery runs low you can replace it with a freshly charged battery Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for further information Universal AC Adaptor If you frequently use your computer at more than one site it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in order to remove the need to always carry the adaptor with you User s Manual 3 28 Hardware Utilities and Options Battery Charger USB The battery charger provides a convenient way to charge up to two Lithium lon battery packs without requiring the use of your computer The computer is equipped with the Universal Serial Bus ports that can accommodate some kinds of devices These ports comply with the USB 2 0 standard USB FDD Kit The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1 44MB or 720KB a 3 2 1 floppy diskette and connects to one of the computer s USB ports The USB floppy diskette drive is available only as an option 1 USB connector 3 Floppy diskette slot 2 Disk In Use Indicator 4 Eject button Figure 3 8 USB floppy diskette drive
105. ation is managed as follows For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN Infrastructure the Wireless LAN module will automatically start operation at the channel identified by the Wireless LAN Access Point When roaming between different access points the station can dynamically switch to another channel if required For Wireless LAN modules installed in wireless clients that operating in a peer to peer mode the module will use the default channel 10 In a Wireless LAN Access Point the Wireless LAN module will use the factory set default channel printed in bold unless the LAN Administrator selected a different channel when configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point device User s Manual C 5 TOSHIBA Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth Adaptor 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 E Bluetooth Specification Ver 2 1 EDR as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group E Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by The Bluetooth Special interest Group E When you use Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA close to 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors If you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA always c
106. ation on its installation and configuration Check all cables to ensure they are correctly and firmly attached to the computer loose cables can cause signal errors Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins Check that your floppy diskette CD or DVD media is correctly loaded and in the case of a floppy diskette that its write protect tab is correctly set Always try to make detailed notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log this will help you to describe your problems to your reseller dealer or service provider In addition if a problem recurs the log you have made will help to identify the problem faster Analyzing the problem Sometimes the computer will give you clues that can help you identify why it is malfunctioning In view of this you should keep the following questions in mind Which part of the computer is not operating properly keyboard hard disk drive optical disc drive display panel touch pad touch pad control buttons as each device will produce different symptoms Check the options within the operating system to ensure that its configuration is set properly What appears on the display Does it display any messages or random characters If you have a printer attached print a copy of the screen using the PRTSC key and if possible look up the messages in the documentation included with the computer software or operating system Check
107. atteries vary depending on the type of the remote controller Check the type and then install or remove the batteries as instructed Store the battery for the remote control beyond the reach of children If a child swallows a battery this might result in choking If it happens contact a doctor immediately Observe the following precautions when using the battery of the remote controller E Do not use batteries other than those specified Ensure that you insert the batteries with their polarities correctly aligned or E Do not recharge heat disassemble or short the battery or put it into a fire or flame E Do not use a battery whose recommended expiration date has been reached or which is completely discharged E Do not use different types of batteries or old and new batteries at the same time E Do not carry the battery together with metal necklaces hairpins or other metal accessories E When storing or disposing of used batteries make sure to put some insulation tape on their terminals and to avoid short circuits If these precautions are not followed heating fluid leakage or explosion may occur This may cause burns or personal injury If battery fluid gets on your skin or clothes wash immediately with clean water If battery fluid gets in your eyes rinse your eyes with clean water immediately and see a doctor Do not touch the battery fluid on instruments or devices with bare hands Wipe off with a cloth
108. ay not be compatible with the optical disc drive installed into your computer You should therefore verify the optical disc drive supports the blank media you have chosen before proceeding E USB Flash Memory will be formatted and all the data in the USB Flash Memory will be lost when proceeding 2 Turn on your computer and allow it to load the Windows 7 operating system from the hard disk drive as normal 3 Insert the media into the computer E Insert the first blank disc into the optical disc drive tray or Insert the USB Flash Memory into one available USB port 4 Double click the Recovery Media Creator icon on the Windows 7 desktop or select the application from Start Menu 5 After Recovery Media Creator starts select the type of media and the title you wish to copy The screen will display the number of discs or the capacity of USB Flash Memory required Make shure you have a sufficient number of discs or sufficient capacity of USB Flash Memory before you proceed with the Recovery Media process 6 Click the Create button to preceed Restoring the pre installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive A portion of the total hard disk drive space is configured as a hidden recovery partition This partition stores files which can be used to restore pre installed software in the event of a problem If you subsequently set up your hard disk drive again do not change delete or add partitions in a manner other than specifi
109. back side faces you 2 Align the security cable with the lock hole and secure it in place User s Manual 3 35 Hardware Utilities and Options 1 Security lock slot Optional accessories Figure 3 13 Security lock You are able to add a number of options and accessories in order to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use For reference the following list details some of the items that are available from your reseller or TOSHIBA dealer DDR3 1066 Memory Kit Battery Pack Universal AC Adaptor USB FDD Kit Battery Charger A 1GB 2GB or 4GB memory module DDR3 1066 can easily be installed in the computer An additional battery pack can be purchased for use as either a spare or replacement Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for further information If you frequently use your computer at more than one site it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in order to remove the need to always carry the adaptor with you The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1 44MB or 720KB floppy diskette through connection to one of the computer s USB ports In use please be aware that while you cannot format 720KB floppy diskettes under Windows 7 you are able to read and write to diskettes that have already been formatted The optional battery charger allows you to charge extra battery packs outside of having to use the
110. be replaced This is a normal phenomenon for all batteries To purchase a new battery pack see the accessories information that is shipped with your computer Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity s LCD 6 1 Gigabyte GB means 10 1 000 000 000 bytes using powers of 10 The computer operating system however reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB 2 1 073 741 824 bytes and therefore shows less storage capacity Available storage capacity will also be less if the product includes one or more pre installed operating systems such as Microsoft Operating System and or pre installed software applications or media content Actual formatted capacity may vary Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen Graphics Processor Unit GPU 7 Graphics processor unit GPU performance may vary depending on product model design configuration applications power management settings and features utilized GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and may decrease considerably when operating in battery power mode Total Available Graphics Memory is the total of as
111. be sure that the source drive supports recording to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW media if this is not the case then the source disc might not be backed up correctly When you back up a DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW disc be sure to use the same type of disc You cannot partially delete any data written to a CD RW DVD RW or DVD RW disc Data Verification To verify that data has been written or rewritten correctly to a data CD DVD you should follow the steps below before you begin the write rewrite process 1 2 gt A Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt CD amp DVD Application gt Disc Creator to access the TOSHIBA Disc creator utility Open the Data CD DVD Setting dialog box by one of the following methods E Click the Recording settings button Al for writing on the main toolbar in the Data CD DVD mode E Select Settings for Each Mode gt Data CD DVD in the Setting menu Mark the Verify written data check box Select File Open or Full Compare mode Click the OK button User s Manual 4 19 Operating Basics How to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator Please refer to the Help files for additional TOSHIBA Disc Creator information E Opening the TOSHIBA Disc Creator Manual Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt CD amp DVD Applications gt Disc Creator Help When Using Corel DVD MovieF
112. belflash compatible media without using a printer Labelflash features cannot be used in models that do not have a DVD Super Multi drive with Labelflash In order to determine if the optical disc drive installed in your computer supports Labelflash follow the steps as detailed below 1 Click Start gt All Programs gt DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA gt DVD MovieFactory Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory 2 Click Create Disc Label Corel Label Once is started 3 Click the General tab 4 Choose optical disc drive for Printer If the drive name is displayed in Step 4 your computer s optical disc drive supports Labelflash TOSHIBA Bulletin Bulletin Board is a convenient place to pin things Board to visually organize in a fun and creative way Simply drag and drop your favorite pictures files or notes to pin them on the Board You can use it to create thumbnail shortcuts reminders to do list and so on according to your personal style To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt TOSHIBA Bulletin Board User s Manual 3 17 Hardware Utilities and Options TOSHIBA ReelTime This application is a graphical history indexing tool that enables you to view recently accessed files in a fun and easy to use format View and scroll through your history of opened or imported files via thumbnails in an intuitive user interface To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA
113. ble The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX and Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 megabits per second 1000BASE T This section describes how to connect disconnect to a LAN Do not install or remove a memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled E The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature E The Link speed 10 100 1000 megabits per second changes automatically depending on the network conditions connected device cable or noise and so on User s Manual 4 35 Operating Basics LAN cable types f The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN Logging onto a LAN using the computer s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation Check with your LAN administrator regarding set up procedures If you are using Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 megabits per second 1000BASE T be sure to connect with a CAT5E cable or higher You cannot use a CAT3 or CAT5 cable If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher You cannot use a CAT3 cable If you are using Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T you can connect with a CAT3 or higher cable Connecting the LAN cable To connect the LAN cable follow the steps as detailed below
114. bout Size Environmental Requirements Conditions Operating Non operating Wet bulb temperature Conditions Operating Non operating Ambient temperature Relative humidity 5 C 41 F to 35 C 95 F 20 to 80 noncondensing 20 C 4 F to 65 C 149 F 10 to 90 noncondensing 26 C maximum Altitude from sea level 60 to 3 000 meters 60 to 10 000 meters maximum User s Manual A 1 Specifications Power Requirements AC adaptor Computer 100 240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz cycles per second 19 VDC 6 32 amperes User s Manual A 2 TOSHIBA Appendix B Display Controller and Video mode Display controller i The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular parts on the screen on or off Due to the display panel s increased resolution lines may appear broken in when displaying images in full screen text mode The display controller also controls the video mode and uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum number of colors that can be displayed at any one time Therefore software written for a given video mode will run on any computer that supports that mode Video mode Q Video mode settings are configured via the Display Properties dialog To open the Display Properties dialog click Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Display If you
115. c shock E Additional memory module is a precision electronic component that may be fatally damaged by static electricity Since the human body can carry static electricity it is important that you discharge yourself before touching or installing any additional memory modules To discharge your body s static electricity simply touch any metal close to you with bare hands User s Manual 3 24 Hardware Utilities and Options Point to note about memory module error If you install a memory module that is not compatible with the computer the Power indicator will flashes on for 0 5 seconds off for 0 5 seconds in the following ways If there is an error in only Slot A repeatedly flashes orange twice then green or white E If there is an error in only Slot B repeatedly flashes orange then green or white twice E If there are errors in both Slot A and Slot B repeatedly flashes orange twice then green or white twice In all instances you should shut down the computer and remove the incompatible module s 7 Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten the screws I the use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads Installing a memory module The computer contains slots for two memory modules one positioned immediately over the other the procedures are the same for installing either module 1 Shut down the computer make sure the Power indicator is off refer to the Turning
116. cannot be read Ifthe disc is poor in quality or is dirty or damaged writing or rewriting errors may be noted ensure that you check all discs for dirt or damage before you use them E The actual number of rewrites to CD RW DVD RW DVD RW DVD RAM or BD RE media will be affected by the quality of the disc itself and the way in which it is used E There are two types of DVD R media available authoring discs and general use discs Do not attempt to use authoring discs as only general use discs can be written to by a computer drive E You can use both DVD RAM discs that can be removed from a cartridge and DVD RAM discs designed without a cartridge E You may find that other computer DVD ROM drives or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW discs E Data written toa CD R DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD R or DVD R Double Layer discs cannot be deleted either in whole or in part E Data deleted erased from a CD RW DVD RW DVD RW or DVD RAM disc cannot be recovered You must check the content of the disc carefully before you delete it taking care that if multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected you do not delete data from the wrong one E In writing to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW or DVD RAM media some space is required for file management so you may not be able to write to the full capacity of the
117. ce tab E Speakers is the default output device Select it when using the internal speakers or headphones E Digital Output should be selected when connecting the optical cable to the Headphone and Line out jack for playing digital sound on digital audio equipment If external headphones or an audio cable are connected to the Headphone and Line out jack the Realtek HD Audio Manager Connector Settings dialog will be displayed allowing selection of either Headphone or Line Out output Digital Output can only be used by connecting an optical audio cable E HDMI Output should be selected when connecting the HDMI cable to the HDMI jack for playing digital sound on digital audio equipment H Microphone is the default input device It should be selected when using the computer s internal microphone or an external microphone connected to the Microphone jack to record sound If an external microphone or audio cable is connected to the Microphone jack the Realtek HD Audio Manager Connector Settings dialog will be displayed allowing selection of Mic In input Information Click the information button to view hardware information software information and language setting Power Management The audio controller in your computer can be turned off when the audio function is not used To adjust the configuration of audio power management click the battery button E When audio power management is enabled the circle but
118. central processing unit CPU one of the main parts of the computer mode A method of operation for example the Shut Down Mode Sleep Mode or the Hibernation Mode modem Derived from modulator demodulator a device that converts modulates digital data for transmission over telephone lines and then converts modulated data demodulates to digital format where received monitor A device that uses rows and columns of pixels to display alphanumeric characters or graphic images See also CRT motherboard A name sometimes used to refer to the main printed circuit board in processing equipment It usually contains integrated circuits that perform the processor s basic functions and provides connectors for adding other boards that perform special functions MP3 An audio compression standard that enables high quality transmission and real time playback of sound files N network A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices such as printers with other users and to exchange electronic mail non system disk A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer Compare system disk nonvolatile memory Memory usually read only ROM that is capable of permanently storing information Turning the computer s power off does not alter data stored in nonvolatile memory O OCR Optical Characte
119. ck box within the LAN Device properties This feature does not effect the Wake up on LAN from sleep or hibernation Power will be automatically turned on when a signal is received from an administrator s computer which is connected via a network The following settings can be changed when the Built in LAN is Enabled Connect the AC adaptor when using the Wake up on LAN function The battery retention time will be shorter than the times listed in this manual when this function is enabled Refer to the section in chapter 6 Retaining data with power off Enabled Enables Wake up on LAN Disabled Disables Wake up on LAN Default Built in LAN This feature enables or disables the Built in LAN Enabled Enables Built in LAN functions Default Disabled Disables Built in LAN functions SATA eSATA This feature allows you to set conditions of eSATA Enabled Enables the eSATA port Default Disabled Disables the eSATA port in order to save power User s Manual 7 5 HW Setup SATA Interface setting This feature allows you to set SATA interface setting Performance Let HDD SSD work with maximum performance Default Battery life Let HDD SSD work with battery life mode If this setting is selected this caused performance down USB USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation You can use this option to enable or disable USB keyboard mouse legacy emulation so that even if your operating system does not support USB devices you ca
120. combo port The computer supports multiple Universal Serial Bus ports that comply with the USB 2 0 standard One of the USB ports has eSATA External Serial ATA function One eSATA Universal Serial Bus USB combo enables a chain connection of USB equipped or eSATA equipped devices to your computer through the port The ports with the icon 4 has USB Sleep and Charge Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of all USB devices that are available In view of this it may be noted that some functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly Slots Bridge media Multimedia Sound system Web Camera TV antenna port Is supported with some models This slot lets you insert an SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card Memory Stick Duo PRO PRO Duo xD Picture Card and MultiMediaCard Refer to Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options The integrated sound system provides support for the computer s internal speakers and microphone as allowing an external microphone and headphones to be connected via the appropriate jacks Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer You can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger TOSHIBA Web Camera Application will help you to add various video effects to your video or photograph
121. computer The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard For example ENTER identifies the ENTER key Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign For example CTRL C means you must hold down CTRL and at the same time press C If three keys are used hold down the first two and at the same time press the third ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text the icon s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the typeface you see to the left Display D Names of windows or icons or text generated by lt r ABC the computer that appear on its display screen are presented in the type face you see to the left Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention Each type of message is identified as shown below hN Pay attention A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment a Please read A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of T your equipment User s Manual xvii Qosmio F60 Series Indicates a potent
122. dia Center This section describes the Media Center I You can record TV programs and pictures movies from external input devices using the TV tuner To do this please use the recommended software below To record pictures movies from external input devices E Windows Media Center You cannot use Windows Movie Maker or any other software for this purpose Windows 7 has the following function Watch TV or a DVD movie Pause rewind and fast forward TV programs using the Media Center time shifting feature Watch an instant replay Play back your digital videos View your digital pictures or play them as a slide show Browse select and play music CDs and DVD movies Update the Television Program Guide from the Internet When the Media Center is going to be used be sure that the computer is hooked up to an AC adaptor and please use the AC power If this is used under battery power you are in danger of experiencing recording failures sound fades or frames being dropped from videos due to battery depletion For more information refer to the manual in the Microsoft Windows 7 User s Manual 8 1 AV functions Front operation panel This section describes the panels of the front operation panel in Windows mode Only touch the panels with your fingers Do not press the panels too strongly or use a ballpoint pen or any other pointed object to touch the panels Doing so may damage the panels Seven
123. dia using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot back up CD ROM CD R or CD RW media to DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot back up DVD ROM DVD Video DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW to CD R or CD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA Disc Creator cannot record in packet format User s Manual 4 18 Operating Basics You might not be able to use the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator to back up a DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW disc that was made with other software on a different optical media recorder If you add data to a DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD R or DVD R Double Layer disc that you have already recorded to you might not be able to read the added data under some circumstances For example it cannot be read under 16 bit operating systems such as Windows 98SE and Windows Me while in Windows NT4 you will need Service Pack 6 or later and in Windows 2000 you will need Service Pack 2 In addition to this some DVD ROM and DVD ROM CD R RW drives cannot read this added data regardless of the operating system TOSHIBA Disc Creator does not support recording to DVD RAM discs to achieve this you should use Windows Explorer or another similar utility When you back up a DVD disc
124. dicator Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for more information on these indicators together with general battery operation Problem Procedure Battery doesn t power The battery may be discharged connect the AC the computer adaptor to recharge the battery User s Manual 9 5 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Battery doesn tcharge If the battery is completely discharged it will not when the AC adaptor begin charging immediately in these instances is attached Battery you should wait a few minutes before trying indicator does not again If the battery still does not charge you glow orange should check that the power outlet the AC adaptor is connected to is supplying power this can be tested by plugging another appliance into it Check whether the battery is hot or cold to the touch if so it will not charge properly and should be allowed to reach room temperature before you try again Unplug the AC adaptor and remove the battery to make sure its connecting terminals are clean if necessary wipe them with a soft dry cloth lightly dipped in alcohol Connect the AC adaptor and replace the battery taking care to ensure that it is securely seated in the computer Check the Battery indicator if it does not glow allow the computer to charge the battery for at least twenty minutes If the Battery indicator starts to glow after this period allow the battery to continue to charge for at l
125. djust resolution click Advanced settings select Monitor tab set colors to True color 32 bit If the DVD Video image is not displayed on an external display or television stop the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER and change the screen resolution To change the screen resolution click Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Display gt Adjust resolution However video cannot be output to some external displays and televisions due to output or playback conditions When viewing DVD Video on an external display or TV change the display device before playing DVD Video cannot be displayed simultaneously in clone mode on both the computer s display panel and an external display Do not change the screen resolution while running the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER User s Manual 4 23 Operating Basics TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER software is supported for playback of DVD Video and DVD VR The TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER does not have a parental control function In order to protect copyrights the Windows Print Screen function is disabled when TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER is running Print Screen functions are disabled even when running other applications besides TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER and when TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER is minimized Please close the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER to use the Print Screen function Carry out the installation uninstallation of the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER under a user account with administra
126. e capitals when any letter is typed E When the NUMLOCK indicator glows the ten key allows you to enter numbers 27 1 1 CAPS LOCK indicator Figure 2 8 Keypad indicators CAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when letter keys are locked into their uppercase format NUMLOCK When the NUMLOCK indicator glows the ten HJ key allows you to enter numbers User s Manual 2 11 The Grand Tour Optical disc drives The computer is configured with a DVD Super Multi drive or a BD R RE drive An ATAPI interface controller is used for optical disc operation When the computer is accessing an optical disc an indicator on the drive glows For further information on loading and unloading discs please refer to the Using optical disc drives section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Region codes for DVD drives and media DVD Super Multi drives and their associated media are manufactured according to the specifications of six marketing regions When you purchase DVD Video make sure it matches your drive otherwise it will not play properly Code Region 1 Canada United States 2 Japan Europe South Africa Middle East 3 South East Asia East Asia 4 Australia New Zealand Pacific Islands Central America South America Caribbean 5 Russia Indian Subcontinent Africa North Korea Mongolia 6 China Region codes for BD drive and media BD drive and their associated media are manufactured according to the sp
127. e unique characteristics in a fingerprint firmware A set of instructions built into the hardware which controls and directs a microprocessor s activities flash memory Non volatile memory that can be written to as well as read Information in flash memory remains whether or not the computer is receiving power This type of memory is used to retain your fingerprint data See also memory Compare RAM and ROM floppy diskette A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data floppy diskette drive FDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy diskettes Fn esse A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hot keys folder An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders format The process of readying a blank disk for its first use Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the disk function keys The keys labeled F1 through F9 that tell the computer to perform certain functions G gigabyte GB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 megabytes See also megabyte graphics Drawings pictures or other images such as charts or graphs to present information User s Manual Glossary 7 Glossary H hard disk A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can be magnetically coded with data Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are used for long term sto
128. e AC adaptor is connected User s Manual 6 3 Power and Power Up Modes Before you remove the battery pack save your data and shut down the computer or place the computer into Hibernation Mode Please be aware that when placing the computer into Hibernation Mode the contents of memory will be saved to the hard disk drive although for safety sake it is best to also save your data manually Real Time Clock RTC battery The Real Time Clock RTC battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calendar function and also maintains the system configuration while the computer is turned off If the RTC battery becomes completely discharged the system will lose this information and the real time clock and calendar will stop working in this instance the following message will be displayed when you turn on the power B x k RTC Power Failure Check system Then press F2 key You can change the Real Time Clock settings by turning the computer on while pressing the F2 key and then release the F2 key when the Qosmio logo screen appears Please refer to Chapter 9 Troubleshooting for further information y The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even if J the AC adaptor is attached Care and use of the battery pack This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your battery pack properly Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for
129. e or change the Supervisor Password E Specify restrictions for general users User s Manual 6 11 Power and Power Up Modes Starting the computer by password If you have already registered a password there is one way to start the computer E Enter the password manually H The password is necessary only if the computer was turned off in Shut I Down Mode or Hibernation Mode It is not needed in Sleep Mode and Restart To enter a password manually follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn on the power as described in Chapter 1 Getting Started The following message will appear in the screen eS Password 2 Enter the Password 3 Press ENTER AN If you enter the password incorrectly three times in a row the computer shuts off In this case you must turn the computer back on to retry password entry Power up modes The computer has three different power up modes as follows E Shut Down Mode The computer will shut down without saving data in view of this you must always save your work before you turn the computer off E Hibernation Mode Data in memory will be saved to the hard disk drive E Sleep Mode Data will be maintained in the computer s memory J Please refer to the sections Turning on the power and Turning off the J power in Chapter 1 Getting Started for further information Windows utilities You can configure various settings associated with both Sleep Mode and Hibernation Mode within
130. e task tray 2 Right click the Speaker icon on the task tray 3 Select Open Volume Mixer from the menu Click the Device button to display available playback devices Select Speakers to use the internal speakers for listening Adjust speaker volume by moving the slider up or down to raise or lower the volume Click the Mute button to mute the sound You may see another control under Applications in Volume Mixer It is the control for an application which is currently running The Windows Sounds is always displayed since it controls the system sounds volume Changing System Sounds System sounds are assigned to inform you when certain events happen This section explains how select an existing scheme or save one you have modified To launch the configuration dialog window for system sounds follow the steps below 1 Right click the Speaker icon on the task tray 2 Select Sounds from the menu User s Manual 4 30 Operating Basics Realtek HD Audio Manager You can confirm and change the audio configuration using the Realtek Audio Manager To launch the Realtek Audio Manager click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Realtek HD Audio Manager When you first launch the Realtek Audio Manager you will see following device tabs Speakers is the default output device Microphone is the default input device To change the default device click the Set Default Device button under the chosen devi
131. e to configure the following settings otherwise you may find that nothing is displayed Be sure to use the FN F5 HotKey to select the display device before starting to play video Do not change the display device while playing video Do not change the display device under the following conditions E While data is being read or written E While communication is being carried out Select HD Format To select the display mode follow the steps as detailed below N OaRON gt Click Start and click Control Panel Click Appearance and Personalization Click Display Click Change display settings Click Advanced settings Click List All Modes Select the one of the below selection at List All Modes Display mode at List All Modes HD Format 1920 by 1080 True Color 32bit 60Herts 1080p 1920 by 1080 True Color 32bit 30Herts 1080i Interlaced 1280 by 720 True Color 32bit 60Herts 720p 720 by 576 True Color 32bit 50Herts 576p 720 by 480 True Color 32bit 6OHerts 480p User s Manual 3 34 Hardware Utilities and Options 3 The above display mode is a typical HDMI display mode The selectable T display modes will vary for different HDMI monitors REGZA Link PC Control HDMI out port can connect with Type A connector HDMI cable One HDMI cable can send and receive video audio and control signals HDMI CEC Consumer Electronics Control is a standard in the CE Industry which allows devices to wor
132. e up on Keyboard function Disabled Disables the Wake up on Keyboard function Default CPU This function allows you to set the processor s operating mode Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode This option allows you to configure the power saving modes associated with the processor the following settings are available Dynamically The processor s power consumption and Switchable automatic clock speed switching functions are enabled in use the processor s operation is automatically switched when necessary default Always High The processor s power consumption and automatic clock speed switching functions are disabled in use the processor will always run at its highest level of power consumption and its highest speed Always Low The processor s power consumption and automatic clock speed switching functions are disabled in use the processor will always run at a lower level of power consumption and a low speed User s Manual 7 4 HW Setup LAN Wake up on LAN This feature lets the computer s power be turned on from shudown when it receives a wake up packet Magic packet from the LAN Y NI Do not install or remove a memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled T E The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system J is off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature E Regarding Wake up on LAN from sleep or hibernation you must check the Allow the device to wake the computer che
133. ead Only Memory is a high capacity high performance disc suitable for play back of video and other high density files The DVD ROM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD RW RW RW A Digital Versatile Disc ReWritable disc can be rewritten many times echo To send back a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device You can display the information on the screen or output it to the printer or both When a computer receives back data it transmitted to a CRT or other peripheral device and then transmits the data to printer the printer is said to echo the CRT enable To turn on a computer option See also disable erase See delete User s Manual Glossary 6 Glossary escape 1 Acode ASCII code 27 signaling the computer that what follows are commands used with peripheral devices such as printers and modems 2 Ameans of aborting the task currently in progress escape guard time A time before and after an escape code is sent to the modem which distinguishes between escapes that are part of the transmitted data and escapes that are intended as a command to the modem execute To interpret and execute an instruction F fast infrared An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps file A collection of related information a file can contain data programs or both fingerprint sensor The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes th
134. ease refer to each utility s online manual help files or README TXT file TOSHIBA Face TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face Recognition verification library to verify the face data of users when they log in to Windows If the verification is successful the user will be logged into Windows automatically The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like which makes the login process easier For more information please refer to the Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Bluetooth Stack for This software enables communication between Windows by Toshiba the computer and external Bluetooth devices such as printers and mobile phones aT Bluetooth functions cannot be used in models that do not have a Bluetooth J module installed TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that provides access to specific tools utilities and applications that make the use and configuration of the computer easier To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities that improve the ease and control of communication devices and network connections help in the identification of communication problems and allow the creation of profiles if you need to switch between different locations and communication networks To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt
135. east another twenty minutes before turning on the computer However if the indicator still does not glow the battery may be at the end of its operating life and should be replaced However if you do not believe the battery is at the end of its operating life you should speak to your reseller dealer or service provider Battery doesn t power If you frequently recharge a partially charged the computer as long _ battery the battery might not charge to its full as expected potential in these instances you should fully discharge the battery and then attempt to charge it again Check the Power saver option under Select a power plan in the Power Options User s Manual 9 6 Troubleshooting Real Time Clock Problem The following message is Displayed on the screen RTC Power Failure Check system Then press F2 key Password Problem Cannot enter password Keyboard Procedure The charge in the Real Time Clock RTC battery has run out you will need to set the date and time in the BIOS setup application by using the following steps 1 Turn on the computer while pressing the F2 key and then release the F2 key when the Qosmio logo screen appears the BIOS setup application will load 2 Set the date in the System Date field Set the time in the System Time field 4 Press the F10 key a confirmation message will be displayed 5 Press the Y key the BIOS setup application will end and
136. eave the computer off until the DC IN indicator and DC IN indicator stops blinking blinks orange It is recommended to leave the computer off until the interior reaches room temperature even though the DC IN indicator stops blinking If the computer has reached room temperature and it still does not start or if it starts but shuts down quickly contact your reseller dealer or service provider Computer shuts down This indicates a problem with the heat dispersal and its DC IN indicator system you should contact your reseller dealer is flashing orange or service provider AC power If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connected you should check the status of the DC IN indicator Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for further information Problem Procedure AC adaptor doesn t Check the connections to make sure that the power the computer power cord adaptor is firmly connected to the DC IN indicator does computer and a working power outlet not glow white Check the condition of the cord and terminals If the cord is frayed or damaged it should be replaced while if the terminals are soiled they should be cleaned with a clean cotton cloth If the AC adaptor still does not power the computer you should contact your reseller dealer or service provider Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery you should check the status of the DC IN indicator as well as the Battery in
137. ecifications of three marketing regions Region codes can be set from WinDVD BD Region tab in Setup dialogue When you purchase BD Video make sure it matches your drive otherwise it will not play properly Code Region A Canada United States Japan Southeast Asia East Asia B Europe Australia New Zealand Middle East Africa 03 China India Russia User s Manual 2 12 The Grand Tour Writable discs CDs DVDs BDs This section describes the types of writable CD DVD BD discs Check the specifications of your drive to see the types of discs it can write Use TOSHIBA Disc Creator to write compact discs Please refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics for further information CD R discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed CD RW discs including multi speed CD RW discs high speed CD RW discs and ultra speed CD RW discs can be recorded more than once DVD R DVD R DVD R Dual Layer and DVD R Double Layer discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed DVD RW DVD RW and DVD RAM discs can be recorded more than once BD R discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed BD RE discs can be recorded more than once User s Manual The Grand Tour BD R RE drive The full size BD R RE drive module lets you record data to writable CD DVD BDs as well as run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CD DVD B
138. ed in the manual otherwise you may find that space for the required software is not available In addition if you use a third party partitioning program to reconfigure the partitions on your hard disk drive you may find that it becomes impossible to setup your computer When the sound mute feature has been activated by pressing the FN ESC key be sure to disable this to allow sounds to be heard before starting the restore process Please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre installed software without System Recovery Options When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost 1 Turn off your computer 2 While holding down 0 zero key on the keyboard turn on your computer User s Manual Getting Started 3 Amenu will be displayed from which you should follow the on screen instructions Restoring the pre installed software from your created Recovery Media If the pre installed files are damaged you are able to either use the Recovery Media you have created or the hard disk drive recovery process to restore the computer to the state it was in when you originally received it To perform this restoration follow the steps below 7 When the sound mute feature has been activated by pressing the FN T ESC key be sure to disable this to allow sounds to be heard before starting the res
139. el configuration is managed as follows User s Manual C 3 Wireless LAN 5GHz For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN Infrastructure the Wireless LAN module will automatically start operation at the channel identified by the Wireless LAN Access Point When roaming between different access points the station can dynamically switch to another channel if required E For Wireless LAN modules installed in wireless clients that operating in a peer to peer mode the module will use the default channel 10 E In a Wireless LAN Access Point the Wireless LAN module will use the factory set default channel printed in bold unless the LAN Administrator selected a different channel when configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point device Band Channels Sets Wireless IEEE 802 11 Revision a and n Frequency Range Channel ID 34 36 38 40 42 44 46 48 52 56 60 64 100 104 108 112 116 120 124 128 132 5150 5850 MHz 5170 5180 5190 5200 5210 5220 5230 5240 5260 5280 5300 5320 5500 5520 5540 5560 5580 5600 5620 5640 5660 User s Manual C 4 Wireless LAN 136 5680 140 5700 149 5745 153 5765 157 5785 161 5805 165 5825 The approved channels on using are different at each country or region When using these channels in any country or region refer to the addendum sheet which is Approved Countries Regions for use The channel configur
140. el supports high resolution video graphics and can be set to a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort and readability Display panel 15 6 TFT LCD screen 32 million colors with the following resolution E HD 1366 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels Legal Footnote LCD 6 For more information regarding the LCD please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the 6 above Graphics controller The graphics controller maximizes display performance Refer to Display Controller and Video mode section in Appendix B for more information Legal Footnote Graphics Processor Unit GPU 7 For more information regarding the Graphics Processor Unit GPU please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the 7 above Keyboard Built in The internal keyboard provides the dedicated numeric keys dedicated cursor control keys ay and Keys The keyboard is compatible with the IBM enhanced keyboard Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details Pointing Device Built in Touch Pad The integrated Touch Pad and control buttons in the palm rest allow control of the on screen pointer and support functions such as the scrolling of windows Ports External monitor This port provides 15 pin analog VGA port This port allows you to connect an external monitor to the computer User s Manual 3 7 Hardware Utilities and Options Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 eSATA USB
141. electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration client design and software hardware configurations The transmission rate described is the theoretical maximum speed as specified under the appropriate standard the actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed Legal Footnote Wireless LAN 8 For more information regarding Wireless LAN please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the 8 above Security Security lock slot Connects a security lock to anchor the computer to a desk or other large object User s Manual 3 10 Hardware Utilities and Options Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use Access each function using the following procedures 1 To access the Power Options click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options Hot keys Display automatic power off 4 HDD automatic power off System automatic Sleep Hibernation Mode 1 Power on password Instant security Intelligent power supply Battery save mode E Hot keys are specific key combinations that let you quickly change the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system program This feature automatically cuts off power to the computer s display panel when there is no keyboard input
142. ell Ltd for 8x and 16x speed media DVD R Dual Layer MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 4x and 8x speed media DVD R for Labelflash FUJIFILM CORPORATION for 16x speed media DVD R MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 8x and 16x speed media TAIYO YUDEN Co Ltd for 8x and 16x speed media DVD R Double Layer MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 2 4x and 8x speed media DVD R for Labelflash FUJIFILM CORPORATION for 16x speed media DVD RW DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for Version 1 1 or version 1 2 Victor Company of Japan Ltd JVC for 4x and 6x speed media MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 4x and 6x speed media User s Manual 4 15 Operating Basics Il DVD RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 4x and 8x speed media DVD RAM DVD Specifications for DVD RAM Disc for Version 2 0 Version 2 1 or Version 2 2 Panasonic Corporation for 3x and 5x speed media Hitachi Maxell Ltd for 3x and 5x speed media DVD Super Multi drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 16x speed DVD R and DVD R media 8x speed DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW and DVD R Double Layer media 6x speed DVD RW media 5x speed DVD RAM media E Some types and formats of DVD R Dual Layer and DVD R Double Layer discs may be unreadable E 2 6GB and 5 2GB DVD RAM media cannot be read from or written to E DISC created in DVD R Dual Layer format4 Layer Jump Recording
143. emote control navigates cable TV options or controls the playback of a movie in a VCR or DVD player Using the remote controller you can H Navigate and control all Media Center windows E Control the video or live TV display E Place the computer in and out of Sleep Mode Refer to the Using the remote controller section in this chapter for information on how to use the remote controller as well as how to install and remove its batteries User s Manual 8 6 AV functions Full size remote controller 00 o o D o e o d o o 23 O al a o D i L2J G a e TOSHIBA Figure 8 2 Full size remote controller O SS ON ON INS Se RO RSs A ek Ske ek eet cs OORUN COOANDAHRWNH OO Play Pause Access indicator Power Stop Fast Forward Skip Start More info OK Mute Channel Page Live TV DVD Menu Numbers Enter Clear Recorded TV Guide Volume Volume Arrows Back Replay Rewind Record User s Manual 8 7 AV functions
144. er Options to access it Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options E Torestore the operation of the computer from Sleep Mode press and hold the power button or any key on the keyboard for a short amount of time Please note that keyboard keys can only be used if the Wake up on Keyboard option is enabled within the HW Setup utility E fthe computer enters Sleep Mode while a network application is active the application might not be restored when the computer is next turned on and the system returns from Sleep Mode E To prevent the computer from automatically entering Sleep Mode disable Sleep Mode within the Power Options to access it Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options E 70 use the Hybrid Sleep function configure it in the Power Options User s Manual 1 9 Getting Started Benefits of Sleep Mode The Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits E Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does the Hibernation Mode feature E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Sleep Mode feature E Allows the use of the panel power off feature Executing Sleep Mode You can also enable Sleep Mode by pressing FN F3 please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details You can enter Sleep Mode in one of three ways Click Start
145. er cannot be operated with a remote controller 1 External monitor port 2 Cooling vents 3 eSATA USB combo port 4 HDMI out port 5 Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 port Figure 2 2 The left side of the computer User s Manual 2 2 The Grand Tour External monitor This port allows you to connect an external 9 port monitor to the computer Cooling vents The cooling vents help keep the processor from overheating Do not block the cooling vents Keep foreign metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips out of the cooling vents Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury eSATA USB combo One eSATA USB combo port which complies to eSATA port the USB 2 0 standard is provided on the left hand side of the computer The ports with the icon 4 has USB Sleep and Charge This port has eSATA External Serial ATA function HDMI out port HDMI out port can connect with Type A Homi connector HDMI cable HDMI cable can send video and audio signals In addition to this it can send and receive control signals Universal Serial Bus One Universal Serial Bus port which complies to oS USB 2 0 port the USB 2 0 standard is provided on the left hand side of the computer f Keep foreign metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips out of 5 the USB connectors Foreign metal objects
146. er you require 3 Release ALT key the ASCII character will appear on the display screen User s Manual 5 5 TOSHIBA Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes The computer s power resources include the AC adaptor battery pack and any internal batteries This chapter provides details on making the most effective use of these resources and includes information on charging and changing batteries tips for saving battery power and information on the different power up modes Power conditions AC adaptor connected The computer s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by different power conditions including whether an AC adaptor is connected whether a battery pack is installed and what the charge level is for that battery Table 6 1 Power conditions Power on Battery fully e Operates charged e LED Battery white DC IN white Battery partially e Operates charged orno Quick Charge charge LED Battery orange DC IN white No battery Operates installed e No charge e LED Battery off DC IN white Power off no operation e LED Battery white DC IN white e Quick charge e LED Battery orange DC IN white e No charge e LED Battery off DC IN white User s Manual 6 1 Power and Power Up Modes AC adaptor not connected Battery charge is above low battery trigger point Battery charge is below low battery trigger point Battery charge is exhausted
147. era 0 cece ccc ee eee eee eee ene eee 4 2 Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition 4 4 Using optical disc drives 200 cece eee 4 7 Writing CD DVD BDs 2 00 e cece eee eee eee 4 11 TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER 0 ccc eee eee eee eee eee 4 22 Using WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA 00 cece eee eee 4 25 Media Care 1 cee eee eee eee 4 27 TUNET eie e Se eer eer gee cre eee ee 4 29 Sound system 20 00 e eee 4 30 Wireless communications 00 00 cece eee ee eee 4 33 LAN soa iea r E E E A are tees aus 4 35 Computer Handling 0 e eee eee ees 4 37 Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection 4 39 Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility 4 41 Heat dispersal ic 650505 6 eke en eee eee ea ba E eee ee 4 43 The Keyboard Typewriter keySe ec ince ae eee ce ewe new ene EED UE ee eee ees 5 1 Function keys Fi F9 cece cece ed awe ed ened a coke eee ees 5 2 Soft keys FN key combinations 0022000 e0es 5 2 HOTKEY S reso coda hs at Ge cts aes Ge chess Graranasnens A ea atts anaes 5 2 Windows special keyS 00 0 ccc eee eee eee 5 4 Desktop style Keyboard 20 0c eee eee eee 5 5 Generating ASCII characters 0000 eee eee eee eee 5 5 User s Manual Qosmio F60 Series Chapter6 Power and Power Up Modes Power conditions 0 66006 cee eee ee eee eee eee ee 6 1 Monitoring of power condit
148. erence that may cause undesired operation Contact Address TOSHIBA America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine California 92618 1697 Telephone 949 583 3000 User s Manual viii Qosmio F60 Series EU Conformity Statement This product and if applicable the supplied accessories too are marked with CE and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European standards listed under the Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC the EMC Directive 2004 108 EC and or R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Responsible for CE TOSHIBA EUROPE GMBH Hammfelddamm 8 marking 41460 Neuss Germany Manufacturer Toshiba Corporation 1 1 Shibaura 1 chome Minato ku Tokyo 105 8001 Japan The complete official EU CE Declaration can be obtained on following internet page http epps toshiba teg com VCCI Class B Information CORBIS QOAB ARRAS CI COREIA RE CHE FAT SCeeBWELCWETA CORMBMAILAPTLEVAL SERIAL TEAS NAL BIBMBSSERMCTCEMAHVET Byte HAS II GED TIELLYRRUIRUALTCKESLY VCCI B Canadian regulatory information Canada only This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications Note that Canadian Department of Communications DOC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by TOSHIBA Corporation could void your authority
149. erformance 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 also use this information for quality assurance analysis Subject to the use restrictions above the HDD data logged may be transferred to entities located outside of 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 Once enabled you may disable the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor at any time by uninstalling the software via Uninstall a program in the Control Panel Doing so will automatically delete all collected information from the HDD User s Manual G 1 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify Toshiba s obligations under its standard limited warranty in any way Toshiba s standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be started using the following methods E Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt PC Health Monitor HM Click the icon in the notification area then click the Enable PC Health Monitor message for the first time you run the application and Run PC Health Monitor every time thereafter No matter w
150. es may interfere with smooth playback User s Manual 3 18 Hardware Utilities and Options Optional devices T Optional devices can expand the computer s capabilities and its versatility This chapter describes the connection or installation of the following devices To connect optional devices such as USB device or External monitor to the computer be sure to check the shape and orientation of the connector before connecting Cards memory E Bridge media slot H Secure Digital SD Card SD memory card SDHC memory card miniSD Card microSD Card E Memory Stick Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo E xD picture card HH MultiMediaCard E Memory expansion Power devices E Battery packs E Universal AC Adaptor E Battery Charger Peripheral devices E USB E USB FDD Kit E eSATA External monitor E HDMI Other E Security lock User s Manual 3 19 Hardware Utilities and Options Bridge media slot The computer is equipped with a Bridge media slot that can accommodate some kinds of memory media with various memory capacities so that you can easily transfer data from devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants Keep foreign objects out of the Bridge media slot Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer or Keyboard Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause compu
151. etooth wireless communication please refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure Cannot access Check to ensure the computer s Wireless Bluetooth device communication function is set to on Check to ensure the Bluetooth Manager application is running on the computer and that power to the external Bluetooth device is turned on Check to ensure that no optional Bluetooth Adaptor is installed in the computer the built in Bluetooth hardware cannot operate simultaneously with another Bluetooth controller If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider HDMI monitor output function Problem Procedure No display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the television Press the FN F5 hot key in order to change the display priority and ensure that it is not set for the internal display panel only If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 22 Troubleshooting 3 If you turn the computer off into Sleep Mode while the display is on HDMI J monitor the computer will select either the internal LCD or an external computer CRT as the display device the next time is turned on Video Playback Problem Procedure DVD does not play Try setting the configuration in the BIOS setup smoothly when using However note that when the BIOS setup the Windows Media configuration is modif
152. ey those keys marked with icons also execute specific functions on the computer Please refer to the section Soft keys FN key combinations in this chapter for further information taking care to note that the function executed by individual keys will depend on the software you are using Soft keys FN key combinations 1 Hot keys The FN function is unique to TOSHIBA computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys Soft keys are key combinations that enable disable or configure specific features Please note that some software may disable or interfere with soft key operations and that the soft key settings are not restored when the computer returns from Sleep Mode Hot keys pressing FN a function or ESC key let you enable or disable certain features of the computer F ffesc rl E YN Mute Pressing FN ESC turns the volume on and off FN fF e Lock Pressing FN F1 enters Lock computer mode To restore your desktop you need to log on again H B y N Power Plan Pressing FN F2 changes the power settings User s Manual 5 2 The Keyboard J J H n In Ga Output Pressing FN F5 changes the active display device To use a simultaneous mode you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device i EA is fy Brightness Down Pressing FN F6 decreases the computer s display
153. eyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows the Windows Start Button key activates the Start menu while the application key has the same function as the secondary right mouse button User s Manual 5 4 The Keyboard A H This key activates the Windows Start menu EN This key has the same function as the secondary right mouse button Desktop style Keyboard The Qosmio F60 Series comes with a desktop style keyboard built into it This means it is full sized and features a full set of numeric function keys also known as calculator keys on the right hand side Unlike other notebooks computers with smaller keyboards there is no Numeric Mode or any numeric keyboard overlay Eq E A i JP m ji B E IE Ie Ir E e E i PRISC PAUSE SRo Av woof vf ow sysRa fi BREAK tock f li SSA 5 eE 6 im 3 lo k BACK SPACE ELLIE FEET Ea Ta ne Es Ts too 2 eA EET CETTE EPP e tL E O G a Figure 5 1 Desktop style Keyboard LOOF L a DOE g i Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation but you are able to generate these characters using their specific ASCII codes 1 Hold down ALT key 2 Using the numeric function type the ASCII code of the charact
154. fied as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT To use this model properly read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future reference In case of any trouble with this model please contact your nearest AUTHORIZED service station To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure VORSICHT Dieses Ger t enth lt ein Laser System und ist als LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT klassifiziert F r den richtigen Gebrauch dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die Bedienungsanleitung sorgf ltig durch und bewahren diese bitte als Referenz auf Falls Probleme mit diesem Modell auftreten benachrichtigen Sie bitte die n chste autorisierte Service Vertretung Um einen direkten Kontakt mit dem Laserstrahl zu vermeiden darf das Ger t nicht ge ffnet werden ADVARSEL Denne m rking er anbragt udvendigt p apparatet og indikerer at apparatet arbejder med laserstr ler af klasse 1 hviket betyder at der anvendes laserstrlier af svageste klasse og at man ikke p apparatets yderside kan bilve udsat for utilladellg kraftig str ling APPARATET BOR KUN BNES AF FAGFOLK MED S RLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER MED LASERSTRALER Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne advarselsmeekning som advarer imod at foretage sadanne indgreb i apparatet at man kan komme til at udsatte sig for laserstraling xiv Qosmio F60 Series OBS Apparaten inneh ller laserkomponent som avge
155. following restrictions apply Do not disassemble or modify the device Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device User s Manual D 5 TOSHIBA Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country region in which it is used All cords must meet the following specifications Length Wire size Current rating Voltage rating Certification agencies U S and Canada Australia Japan Europe Austria Belgium Denmark Minimum 1 7 meters Minimum 0 75 mm2 Minimum 2 5 amperes 125 or 250 VAC depending on country region s power standards UL listed and CSA certified No 18 AWG Type SVT or SPT 2 AS DENANHO OVE Italy IMQ CEBEC The Netherlands KEMA DEMKO Norway NEMKO User s Manual E 1 AC Power Cord and Connectors Finland FIMKO Sweden SEMKO France LCIE Switzerland SEV Germany VDE United Kingdom BSI In Europe two conductors power cord must be VDE type HOSVVH2 F or HO3VVH2 F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type HO5VV F For the United States and Canada two pin plug configuration must be a 2 15P 250V or 1 15P 125V and three pin plug configuration must be 6 15P 250V or 5 15P 125V as designated in the U S National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part Il The followin
156. for a specified time with power being restored the next time a key is pressed This can be specified in the Power Options This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a specified time with power being restored when the hard disk drive is next accessed This can be specified in the Power Options This feature automatically shuts down the system into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time This can be specified in the Power Options Two levels of password security supervisor and user are available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer A specific hot key function automatically locks the system providing data security A microprocessor in the computer s intelligent power supply detects the battery s charge automatically calculates the remaining battery capacity and protects electronic components from abnormal conditions such as a voltage overload from the AC adaptor This can be specified in the Power Options This feature lets you configure the computer in order to save battery power This can be specified in the Power Options User s Manual 3 11 Hardware Utilities and Options Q J Panel power on off 4 Low battery automatic Hibernation Mode Heat dispersal i This feature automatically turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on w
157. g illustrations show the plug shapes for the U S A and Canada the United Kingdom Australia and Europe USA United Kingdom UL approved BS approved Australia Europe AS approved Approved by the Canada appropriate agency CSA approved User s Manual E 2 TOSHIBA Appendix F TOSHIBA Anti theft Protection Timer This feature allows you to set up a timer activated BIOS password that will prevent unauthorised system access in the event of theft When the time limit is exceeded you are required to provide the Password or fingerprint authentication for the BIOS and Hard Disk Drive to gain access to the system To set permissions and limits for the TOSHIBA Anti theft Protection Timer please use the TOSHIBA Password Utility The settings can only be activated or modified by a user with supervisor authority If the supervisor password is not set click on the Set button in Supervisor Password from the supervisor tab in TOSHIBA Password Utility and set the password on the dialog screen that appears Then click on the Set button in TOSHIBA Anti theft Protection Timer Take the following action if the set limit is exceeded E lf the Supervisor Password is registered but the User Password is not enter the Supervisor Password to boot up the computer E If both the Supervisor Password and the User Password are registered enter either the Supervisor Password the User Password or the fingerprint au
158. gn applications use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously E use of computer in areas with low air pressure high altitude gt 1 000 meters or gt 3 280 feet above sea level User s Manual H 1 Legal Footnotes E use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5 C to 30 C 41 F to 86 F or gt 25 C 77 F at high altitude all temperature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model please refer to your computer documentation or visit the Toshiba website at www pcsupport toshiba com for details CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design configuration Under some conditions your computer product may automatically shut down This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions To avoid risk of lost data always make back up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external storage medium For optimum performance use your computer product only under recommended conditions Read additional restrictions under Environmental Conditions in your computer documentation Contact Toshiba Technical Service and Support for more information 64 Bit Computing 64 bit processors are designed to take advantage of 32 and 64 bit computing 64 bit computing requires that the following hardware and software requirements are met HM 64 bit Operating
159. hange 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 transmitting from your computer Please visit the following TOSHIBA PC product support website E 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 visit the following TOSHIBA PC product support website TOSHIBA PC product support website In Europe visit http vww toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm In the United States visit http Avww pc support global toshiba com User s Manual D 1 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability 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 far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and
160. he computer Please wait until all Disc Drive activity has stopped When recording to a DV Camcorder to ensure you capture all of your data let the camcorder record for a few seconds before you begin recording your actual data CD recorder DVD Audio mini DVD and Video CD functions are not supported in this version H While recording video to DVD please close all other programs E Do not run software like a screen saver because it can put a heavy load on the CPU H Do not support mp3 decode and encode 2 Before recording the video to DVD or Blu ray disc When you record DVD disc or Blu ray disc please use only discs recommended by the Drive manufacturer User s Manual 4 21 Operating Basics 3 E Do not set the working drive to a slow device like a USB1 1 hard disk drive or it will fail to write DVD or Blu ray disc E Do not perform any of the following actions E Operate the computer for any other function including using a mouse or Touch Pad or closing opening the display panel E Bump or cause vibration to the computer M Use the Mode control button and Audio Video control button to reproduce music or voice E Open the DVD drive E Install remove or connect external devices including the following SD SDHC memory card USB device external display optical digital devices E Please verify your disc after recording important data E DVD R R RW disc cannot be written in VR format
161. he USB KB Mouse Emulation option within the TOSHIBA HW Setup utility to Enabled If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider USB Sleep and Charge function For more information and settings please refer to the Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem cannot use the USB Sleep and Charge function Procedure USB Sleep and Charge function may be disabled Select the Enable USB Sleep and Charge check box in the TOSHIBA Sleep and Charge utility to enable this function When there is a current overflow of the external device connected to the compatible port USB bus power DC5V supply may be stopped for safety reasons When this happens disconnect an external device if some external devices are connected After that turn the power of the computer ON OFF to restore the function If this function can not be still used even if only one external device is connected stop using the external device because its current is over the acceptable value of this computer Some external devices may not be able to use the USB Sleep and Charge function In this case please try one or more of the following methods H Select another mode E Turn OFF the computer while external devices are connected E Connect external devices after turning OFF of the computer If this function can not be still used change the setting to d
162. he USB floppy diskette drive after the computer has already I been turned on it will take about ten seconds for it to be recognized by the computer Do not attempt to disconnect and reconnect the drive before this period has elapsed User s Manual 3 30 Hardware Utilities and Options Disconnecting the USB floppy diskette drive When you have finished using the USB floppy diskette drive you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it 1 Wait for the Disk In Use Indicator light to go out to make sure all floppy diskette activity has stopped If you disconnect the USB floppy diskette drive or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the drive you may lose data or damage the floppy diskette or the drive 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Windows taskbar 3 Click the USB floppy diskette drive device that you want to remove 4 Carefully pull the floppy diskette drive s USB connector out from within the computer s USB port eSATA External Serial ATA An device corresponding to eSATA function can be connected to the eSATA USB combo port on the computer Connecting the eSATA device To connect an eSATA device follow the steps as detailed below 1 Connect an eSATA cable to the eSATA USB combo port Make sure the connector is properly aligned with the socket Do not try to force the connection doing so can damage the connecting pins 1 eSATA USB combo port 2 eSATA cable Figure
163. he icon in the task tray MH This 3D object virtually represents the Computer s internal Hard Disk Drive This representation may vary from the actual number of disks disk rotation head movement part size shape and direction E This feature may use a large amount of CPU and memory on some models The computer may become slow or sluggish when attempting to run other applications while the 3D Viewer is displayed E ntensely shaking the computer or other subjecting it to strong impacts may cause damage to the computer Details To open the Details window click the Setup Detail button in the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window Detection Level Amplification When the AC adaptor is disconnected or the lid is closed HDD Detection assumes that the computer will be carried and sets the detection level to the maximum for 10 seconds HDD Protection Message Specify whether to display a message when TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active User s Manual 4 40 Operating Basics i This function does not work when the computer is starting in Sleep Mode in Hibernation Mode in transition to Hibernation Mode recovering from Hibernation Mode or powered off Be sure to not subject the computer to vibration or impact while the function is disabled Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility This utility displays whether the USB Sleep and Charge function is enabled or disabled and shows the positions of USB ports that sup
164. he memory might be displayed as approximately 3 GB only depending on the computer s hardware specifications This is correct because the operating system usually displays the available memory instead of the physical memory RAM built into the computer Various system components like the video adapter s GPU and PCI devices like Wireless LAN etc require their own memory space Since a 32 bit operating system cannot address more than 4 GB of memory these system resources overlap the physical memory It is a technical limitation that the overlapped memory is not available to the operating system Even though some tools might display the actual physical memory built into your computer the memory available to the operating system will still be approximately 3 GB only Legal Footnote Memory Main System 3 For more information regarding Memory Main System please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the 3 above Toshiba Quad Core A co processor specialized for media streaming HD Processor Is processes real time image processing such as supported withsome image processing and image recognition is models installed User s Manual 3 2 Hardware Utilities and Options Power Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium ion battery pack 48Wh Legal Footnote Battery Life 4 For more information regarding Battery Life please refer to the Legal Footnotes section i
165. hen the display panel is opened This can be specified in the Power Options When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cannot be continued the system automatically enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down This can be specified in the Power Options To protect against overheating the processor has an internal temperature sensor so that if the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered This can be specified in the Power Options If the processor s temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting the computer will automatically shuts down to prevent any damage in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost TOSHIBA HDD Protection This feature uses the acceleration sensor built in the computer to detect vibration and shocks and automatically moves the hard disk drive s read write head to a safe position in order to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head to disk contact Refer to the Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics for more details E The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive will not be damaged E TOSHIBA HDD Protection cannot be used in models that are equipped with SSD Optical Drive Auto Lock This function is provided with some models This function automatically locks
166. hich method is used the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor explanation screen will be displayed Clicking Next will display the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Software Notice amp Acceptance screen Please carefully read the information displayed Selecting Accept and clicking OK will enable the program By enabling the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software you agree with these terms and conditions and to the use and sharing of the collected information Once the program is enabled the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor screen is displayed and the program will begin monitoring system functions and collecting information User s Manual G 2 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Cleaning the cooling module This section explains how to clean the Cooling module To clean the cooling module follow the steps as detailed below 1 Shut down the computer make sure the Power indicator is off refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 1 Getting Started if required 2 Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer 3 Remove the battery pack refer to the Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes if required 4 Open the display panel 5 Slip your finger under a notch at the end of the keyboard brace and lift up to release latches and remove the keyboard brace 1 Keyboard barce Figure G 1 Removing the keyboard brace 6 Remove three screws and the metal fittings securing the
167. i drive or BD R RE drive may not function properly and you may fail to write or rewrite information successfully this may cause you to either lose data or incur other damage to the drive or media Disclaimer TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following E Damage to any CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW DVD RAM BD R BD R Dual Layer BD RE or BD RE Dual Layer disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product E Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW DVD RAM BD R BD R Dual Layer BD RE or BD RE Dual Layer media that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product or for any business profit loss or business interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the recorded contents E Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or software User s Manual 4 12 Operating Basics Given the technological limitations of current optical disc writing drives you may experience unexpected writing or rewriting errors due to disc quality or problems with hardware devices In view of this it is good practice to make two or more copies of important data in case of any undesired change or loss of the recorded contents Before writing or rewriting with the BD R RE drive E Based on TOSHIBA s limited compatibility testing we suggest
168. ially hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions Terminology This term is defined in this document as follows Start The word Start refers to the button in Windows 7 HDD or Hard disk Some models are equipped with a Solid State drive Drive SSD instead of a hard disk drive In this manual the word HDD or Hard disk drive also refers to the SSD unless otherwise stated User s Manual xviii TOSHIBA General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability However certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual Provide adequate ventilation E Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet even if your computer is in Sleep Mode In this condition observe the following E Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object E Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source such as anelectric blanket or heater E Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer E Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface Us
169. ication error subsequently occurred during the login to Windows you will be asked to provide your account information NO ah ow N Using optical disc drives The full size drive provides high performance execution of CD DVD BD based programs You can run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CD DVD BDs without an adaptor An ATAPI interface controller is used for CD DVD BD operation When the computer is accessing a CD DVD BD an indicator on the drive glows J Use the DVD playback application to view DVD Video discs For precautions on writing to CD DVD BDs refer to the Writing CD DVD BDs section 3 When the power of the optical disc drive is off pressing the FN Tab keys T will turn the power of the optical disc drive on Furthermore it is possible to set it to turn the power of the optical disc drive on and eject the tray at the same time User s Manual 4 7 Operating Basics Loading discs To load a disc follow the steps as detailed below 1 When the computer s power is on press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully opened 1 Eject button 2 Disc tray Figure 4 3 Pressing the eject button and pulling the disc tray open 2 Lay the disc label side up in the disc tray 1 Laser lens BD Drive model Figure 4 4 Inserting a disc User s Manual 4 8 Operating Basics z When the disc tray is fully opened the edge of the
170. ick speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse under Devices and Printers 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as required and click OK In this instance you should initially try changing the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse under Devices and Printers 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the pointer speed as required and click OK The elements of the mouse responsible for detecting movement might be dirty please refer to the documentation supplied with the mouse for instructions on how to clean it If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Procedure Remove the USB device from the computer and then reconnect it to a free port it in order to ensure it is firmly attached User s Manual 9 16 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Ensure that any required USB device drivers are properly installed to achieve this you should refer to both the device documentation and the operating system documentation If you are using an operating system that does not support USB you are still able to use a USB mouse and or USB keyboard by setting t
171. ied the power saving Center of the DVD function of PCI Express becomes disabled Refer playing software to Chapter 7 HW Setup for more information Set the PCI Express Link ASPM in the BIOS setup using the following steps 1 Turn on the computer while pressing the F2 key and then release the F2 key when the Qosmio logo screen appears The BIOS setup screen will appear 2 Set the PCI Express Link ASPM to Disabled in BATTERY 3 Press the F10 key A confirmation message will appear 4 Press the Y key The BIOS setup will terminate and the computer will reboot If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 9 23 Troubleshooting Recovery Media Problem Procedure The following message You will see this message if you have previously appears when chosen to remove the partition and are trying to executing Recovery create Recovery Media Media Creator When there is no recovery partition the The Recovery Recovery Media Creator cannot make Recovery Media Creator can Media not be launched However if you have already created a because there is Recovery Media you can use it to restore the nO TECOVvery recovery partition parition Simply follow the instructions in Restoring the pre installed software from your created Recovery Media section in Chapter1 Getting Started You will be directed to select Restore Original Factory Image from the d
172. iles and the hard disk drive Please refer to the operating system s documentation or online Help File for further information on operating and using the Defragmentation utility As a last resort you should reformat the hard disk drive and then reload the operating system and all other files and data If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Procedure Make sure the drive s disc tray is securely closed Press gently until it clicks into place Check whether the drive power is on If the power is off press the FN Tab hot key and turn on the power Open the disc tray and make sure the CD DVD BD is properly seated It should lie flat with the label facing up A foreign object in the disc tray could block laser light from reading the CD DVD BD Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the CD DVD BD is dirty If it is wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Refer to the Media care section in Chapter 4 for details on cleaning The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software s needs Check the CD DVD BD s documentation User s Manual 9 9 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Check the type of CD DVD BD you are using The drive supports BD ROM BD ROM BD ROM DL BD R BD R DL BD RE BD RE DL DVD ROM DVD ROM DV
173. ill be displayed Clicking on it will cause the captured image of your face to be displayed on the left User s Manual 4 5 Operating Basics How to Delete the Face Recognition Data Delete image data account information and personal record data created during registration To delete the Face Recognition Data follow the steps as described below 1 To launch this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Face Recognition The Management screen is displayed Select a user which you want to delete in the Management screen Click the Delete button You are about to delete the user data Would you like to continue will be displayed on the screen If you do not want the data to be deleted click the No button and you will then be returned to the Management screen H Clicking the Yes button will remove the selected user from the Management screen How to launch the help file For further information on this utility please refer to help file E To launch the help file click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Face Recognition Help Windows Logon via TOSHIBA Face Recognition This section explains how to login to Windows with TOSHIBA Face Recognition Two authentication modes are provided m AUTO Mode Login screen If the face authentication tile is selected by default you can log in without using the keyboard or mouse E 1 1 Mode Login screen This
174. ing your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents E Always provide sufficient space around the computer E Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire possibly resulting in serious injury User s Manual xix Qosmio F60 Series Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation Otherwise they may overheat To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from E Dust moisture and direct sunlight E Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field such as stereo speakers other than speakers that are connected to the computer or speakerphones E Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters E Extreme heat cold or humidity E Liquids and corrosive chemicals Stress injury Carefully read the nstruction Manual for Safety and Comfort It contains information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort also includes information on work space design posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress Hea
175. ion 000 eee eee eee 6 2 Battery ernea ties paw neae ag Cate Galdae Ga bane gate ae ee bans 6 3 Replacing the battery pack 0 0 00 cece eee 6 8 TOSHIBA Password Utility 2 0 0 000 c eee 6 10 Starting the computer by password 0 00 e eee eee ees 6 12 Power up modes 200 02 e eee eee 6 12 Panel power on off 0 0 00 c eee eee 6 13 System automatic Sleep Hibernation 2 00 0 eee eee 6 13 Chapter7 HW Setup Accessing HW Setup 000 cece eee eee eee 7 1 HW Setup window 20 cece eee eee 7 1 Chapter 8 AV functions Media Centef parori ressa eda cade bee eee ee ee eee ew 8 1 Front operation panel 0002 20 eee eee eee eee 8 2 TOSHIBA Button Support 2 220 0 eee eee 8 3 Remote controller 0 0 8 6 Using the remote controller 1 0 2 00 e eee eee 8 11 Installing Removing batteries 00 cece eee 8 12 QOSMIOENGING as ass he aa a ae ee aaa eee ea we 8 14 Chapter9 Troubleshooting Problem solving procesSS 0 0 0 e eee eee eee teen eee 9 1 Hardware and system checklist 00 0 cece eee eee 9 3 TOSHIBA support a a ee 9 24 Appendix A Specifications Physical Dimensions 000 000 e eee eee A 1 Appendix B Display Controller and Video mode Display controller 000 c eee ee B 1 Video INOS sid ihe waa wk ate etal Ao dew aaa na nine ncaa B 1 Appendix C Wireless LAN Card Specifications
176. 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 E Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna E Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver E Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected E Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer s external monitor port Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports eSATA USB combo port HDMI out port and microphone jack Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user s authority to operate the equipment FCC conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interf
177. isable the function and stop using this function User s Manual Troubleshooting Problem Procedure The battery depletes If USB Sleep and Charge function is enabled the quickly even when computer s battery will discharge during turned OFF the power hibernation or when the computer is turned off of the computer Connect the AC adaptor to the computer or disable the USB Sleep and Charge function External devices Some external devices may not work when connected to the connected to a compatible port if the USB Sleep compatible ports do not and Charge function is enabled work when connected Reconnect the external device after turning the to a compatible port computer ON If the external device still does not work connect device to an USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 or change to disable the USB Sleep and Charge function The USB Wakeup When USB Sleep and Charge function is function does not work enabled the USB WakeUp function does not work for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function In that case use an USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 or change to disable USB Sleep and Charge function eSATA device In addition to the information in this section please also refer to the documentation supplied with your eSATA device Problem Procedure eSATA device does Remove the eSATA device from the
178. istered 2 Click Run as administrator in lower left of the Management screen and then click the Register button The Registration screen is displayed If you wish to practice click the Next button in the Registration screen If you do not wish to practice click the Skip button in the Registration screen 3 Click the Next button to start the guide Follow the guide to practice E Click the Back button to practice the guide once more 4 Click the Next button to start image capturing process Adjust the position of your face so that it fits within the face shaped frame 5 Once your face has been positioned properly the recording will commence Start moving your neck very slightly to the left and right and then move your neck down and up 6 Registration will end after you have repeatedly moved your neck left right down and up When the register succeeds below message will be displayed on the screen Registration successful Now we 1l do the verification test Click the Next button Click the Next button to perform the verification test 7 Perform the verification test Face the screen as you do when you register If verification fails click the Back button and re register Please refer to step 6 from step 4 8 If verification is successful click the Next button and register an account 9 Register the account Fill in all the fields 10 The Management screen is displayed The registered account name w
179. ith objects that can be drawn in by the cooling fan User s Manual xxii TOSHIBA Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides an equipment checklist and it identifies the computer s features options and accessories Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre installed by TOSHIBA Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use Hardware p T Check to make sure you have all the following items Qosmio F60 Series Portable Personal Computer AC adaptor and power cord 2 pin plug or 3 pin plug Battery pack Is pre installed in some computer Remote controller Is included with some models Two AA manganese batteries for remote controller Cleaning cloth Is included with some models Some models are included with a remote controller Use the cleaning cloth to wipe away dust fingerprints and similar from the keyboard palm rest and other parts For precautions on use refer to the Using the cleaning cloth section in Chapter4 Operating Basics User s Manual 1 1 Getting Started Documentation Qosmio F60 Series Portable Personal Computer User s Manual User s Manual Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort End User License Agreement If any of the items are missing or damaged contact your dealer immediately Software
180. k together over an HDMI cable By connecting a TV which supports HDMI Control to this port the remote control for the connected TV can be used to operate some of the computer functions Some models are supported with the REGZA Link PC Control pto Using REGZA Link PC Control Toshiba notebooks with REGZA Link PC Control include a Toshiba utility dedicated to take advantage of its capabilities which can allow you to E Use the TV remote control to output the computer screen onto the TV screen E Use the TV remote control to launch operate and close applications on your computer E Turn on the TV when the HDMI output is selected using the Fn F5 key E Switch the video output HDMI or LCD when executing certain desktop icons E Enable Disable the REGZA Link PC Control function on the computer Security lock A security locks enable you to anchor your computer a desk or other heavy object in order to help prevent unauthorized removal or theft The computer has a security lock slot on its back side into which you can attach one end of the security cable while the other end attaches to a desk or similar object The methods used for attaching security cables differ from product to product Please refer to the instructions for the product you are using for more information Connecting the security lock In order to connect a security cable to the computer follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn the computer so its
181. keyboard 1 Screws 2 Metal fittings Figure G 2 Removing the screws and metal fittings User s Manual G 3 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 7 Lift up the back of the keyboard rotate it toward you and lay in face down on the palm rest E Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer or keyboard Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury E When you move the keyboard forward do not touch the keys Doing so could cause misalignment Hold the keyboard by the sides and lay it gently on the palm rest E The keyboard is connected to the computer by a keyboard ribbon cable Be careful not to apply tension to this cable when you lift up the keyboard Do not try to disconnect this cable 1 Keyboard Figure G 3 Rotating the keyboard 8 Lift the plastic film and clean the cooling module using a vacuum cleaner or other cleaning tool 1 Plastic film Figure G 4 Removing the Fan hood User s Manual G 4 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 9 Insert the tabs on the front of the keyboard into the corresponding notches on the computer and place the keyboard down When seating the keyboard be sure to connect the circuit board if the keyboard ribbon cable was pulled out while you were removing the keyboard 10 Replace the keyboard and secure it using the three screws
182. l Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt USB Sleep and Charge Enabling USB Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable and disable the USB Sleep and Charge function Default setting is Disable Select the Enable USB Sleep and Charge check box to enable this function User s Manual 4 42 Operating Basics Power supply mode settings Your PC has multiple charging modes so that many different USB devices can be supported for USB Sleep and Charge function Typical Mode Default is suitable for a wide range of digital audio players However determining which mode is suitable for your USB device is unknown without trying Try each mode using the following procedure from Typical Mode to Alternate Mode 1 to find the suitable mode for your USB device to charge This function may not be able to be used with some connected external devices even if the appropriate mode is selected In this situation clear the USB Sleep and Charge check box and stop using this function 1 Some computers may not support all modes Battery Settings This utility can be used to specify the lower limit of remaining battery life for USB Sleep and Charge Move the slider bar to specify the lower limit If the remaining battery life falls below the setting the USB Sleep and Charge function will be stopped Clearing the Enable under Battery Mode check box sets the utility to only charge when the AC adaptor is connected Heat dis
183. l area network LCD liquid crystal display LED light emitting diode MB megabyte MMC multi media card OCR optical character recognition reader PCB printed circuit board PCI peripheral component interconnect RAM random access memory RGB red green and blue ROM read only memory RTC real time clock S P DIF Sony Philips Digital Interface Format SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SLI Scalable Link Interface SO DIMM small outline dual in line memory module SSD Solid state drive TFT thin film transistor USB Universal Serial Bus VESA Video Electronic Standards Association VGA video graphics array XGA extended graphics array A adaptor A device that provides a compatible connection between two units For example the computer s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen An adapter can take a number of forms froma microprocessor to a simple connector An intelligent adapter one that is capable of doing some processing may also be called a controller alphanumeric Keyboard characters including letters numbers and other symbols such as punctuation marks or mathematical symbols alternating current AC Electric current that reverses its direction of flow at regular intervals User s Manual Glossary 2 Glossary analog signal A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion
184. ll be useable during DVD playback If the menu is opened in the Display Area using the Control window s Top Menu or Menu buttons touch pad and mouse menu operations may not be able to be used Open TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER HELP TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER features and instructions are also explained in detail in TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Help Use the following procedure to open TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Help Click the Help button in the Display Area Using WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Please be aware of the following limitations when you use WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Notes on use WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA is for Blu ray Disc playback only DVD playback is not supported Please use TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER for DVD playback Playback of high bit rate content may cause frame dropping audio skipping or decrease in computer performance Close all other applications before playing back Blu ray Disc Do not open any other applications or carry out any other operations during Blu ray Disc playback Because Blu ray Disc playback operates according to programs built into the content operation methods operation screens sound effects icons and other features may vary from disc to disc For more information on these items refer to instructions included with content or contact the content manufacturers directly Make sure to connect the computer s AC adapter when playing a Blu ray Disc User s Manual 4 25 Operating Basics E WinDVD BD for TO
185. ll as audio alarms such as low battery condition generated by the system Keep foreign objects out of the speakers Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer or keyboard Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Bluetooth antenna Some computers in this series are equipped with a Bluetooth antenna Microphone A built in microphone allows you to import and record sounds for your application please refer to the Sound system section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics for more information System indicators These LED indicators allow you to monitor the status of various computer functions and are described in more detail within the System indicators section User s Manual 2 8 The Grand Tour Touch Pad On Off button Touch Pad control buttons Touch Pad LCD Sensor switch Press this button to enable or disable the Touch Pad function The control buttons located below the Touch Pad allow you to select menu items or manipulate text and graphics as designated by the on screen pointer The Touch Pad located in the center of the palm rest is used to control the movement of the on screen pointer For more information please refer to the Using the Touch Pad section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics This switch senses when the display panel is either closed or opened and activates the
186. lt to install the memory module gently prise the locking tabs outwards using the tip of your finger Please also ensure that you hold the memory module along its left and right hand edges the edges with the grooves in N Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer or keyboard Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems SS User s Manual 3 26 Hardware Utilities and Options i 8 Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one screw Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed REG a EBRLE 1 Screw 2 Memory module cover Figure 3 6 Seating the memory module cover 9 Install the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes if required 10 Turn your computer over 11 Turn the computer on and make sure the added memory is recognized to confirmed it click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt System Removing a memory module The slot A is reserved for main memory Use the slot B for expanded memory If only one card is installed use the slot A To remove the memory module follow the steps as detailed below 1 Shut down the computer
187. mode is essentially the same as AUTO mode but the Select Account screen will appear before the Display Captured Image screen and you will need to select the user account to be authenticated in order to start the authentication process AUTO Mode Login screen 1 Turn on the computer 2 The Select Tiles screen will be displayed 3 Select Start face recognition 4 Please face the camera will be displayed 5 Verification will be performed If the authentication is successful the image data taken in step 4 will be faded in and placed over one another E Ifan error occurs during authentication you will be returned to the Select Tiles screen 6 The Windows Welcome screen will be displayed and will be logged in automatically to Windows User s Manual 4 6 Operating Basics 1 1 Mode Login screen 1 Turn on the computer The Select Tiles screen will be displayed Select Start face recognition The Select Account screen will be displayed Select the account and click the arrow button Please face the camera will be displayed Verification will be performed If the authentication is successful the image data taken in step 6 will be faded in and placed over one another E Ifan error occurs during authentication you will be returned to the Select Tiles screen 8 The Windows Welcome screen will be displayed and will be logged in automatically to Windows E If authentication was successful but an authent
188. mputer Please note that this indicator will not light after the battery has been completely discharged Records the selected television program and stores it on your hand disk drive Stops the media currently playing Pauses an audio or video track and live or recorded TV programs Plays the selected media Moves the media video DVD music and so on backwards Moves the media video DVD music and so on forwards Moves media backward seven seconds for videos and live TV one music track or one DVD chapter at a time Moves media forward 30 seconds for videos and live TV one music track or one DVD chapter Displays the previous window The button provides more details on a TV program than is listed in the Guide Moves the cursor to navigate within Media Center windows User s Manual 8 9 AV functions OK OK Volume Volume Start Channel Page up and down Mute Recorded TV Guide Live TV DVD Menu Numbers Clear Enter Selects the desired action or window option It acts like the ENTER Key If watching TV in full screen mode pressing OK switches back to the previous viewed channel Press again to toggle back It acts the same way as a Jump button on some TV remote controls Increases the volume while watching TV viewing DVD s or replaying CD s Decreases the volume while watching TV viewing DVD s or replaying CD s Opens Media Center to the m
189. mputers User s Manual 4 34 Operating Basics Release Notes related to the Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA 1 Fax application software Please be aware that there is some fax application software that you cannot use on this Bluetooth Stack 2 Multi user considerations On Windows 7 the use of Bluetooth is not supported in a multi user environment This means that when you use Bluetooth other users that are logged into the same computer will not be able to use this type of functionality Product Support The latest information regarding operating system support language support or available upgrades can be found on our web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or www pcsupport toshiba com in the United States Wireless communication indicator LAN The wireless communication indicator shows the status of the computer s wireless communication functions Indicator status Indication Indicator off The wireless communication function is off no wireless functionality is available Indicator glows Wireless communication function is on Wireless LAN or Bluetooth is turned on by an application If you used the Taskbar to disable the wireless LAN restart the computer or perform the following procedure to re enable it Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt System gt Device Manager gt Network adapters and right click the wireless device then choose ena
190. n t C in order to release the battery pack ready for removal For more detailed information on removing the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes User s Manual 2 5 The Grand Tour Underside The following figure shows the underside of the computer You should ensure that the display is closed before the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage 1 Battery pack 2 Memory module slots Figure 2 5 The underside of the computer Battery pack The battery pack provides power to the computer when the AC adaptor is not connected For more detailed information on the use and operation of the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Memory module The memory module slots are located here The slots memory module slots allow for the installation replacement and removal of additional memory modules Please refer to the Additional memory module section in Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options User s Manual 2 6 The Grand Tour Front with the display open This section shows the computer with the display panel open In order to open the display lift the display panel up and position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you 1 Web Camera LED 9 Touch Pad On Off button 2 Web Camera 10 Touch Pad control buttons 3 Wireless LAN ante
191. n Appendix H or click the 4 above RTC battery AC adaptor Disks Hard disk drive or Solid state drive The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock RTC and calendar The AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low It comes with a detachable power cord which will either have a 2 pin or 3 pin plug enclosure As the AC adaptor is universal it can receive a range of AC voltages from 100 to 240 volts however you should note that the output current varies among different models Using the wrong adaptor can damage your computer Refer to the AC adaptor section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This computer is equipped with the following types of hard disk drive HDD The capacity of each hard disk drive model is different Some models are equipped with a Solid State Drive SSD instead of a hard disk drive E HDD E 320GB E 400GB E 500GB E 640GB E SSD E 256GB Please note that part of the hard disk or Solid state drive s overall capacity is reserved as administration space Additional HDD SSD drive sizes may be introduced User s Manual 3 3 Hardware Utilities and Options 7 E n this manual the word HDD or Hard disk drive also refers to the J SSD unless otherwise stated E SSD is a large capacity storage media which uses Solid State Memory in place of a magnetic disk of the hard disk Under certain unusual conditions of prolonged non use and or
192. n poor radio receiving conditions contact the dealer you purchased it from or use a commercially available antenna booster Please refer to the manual provided with the booster for details Connecting the Cable This section describes how to connect the coaxial cable to your computer Connecting the coaxial cable When lightning occurs do not touch the antenna line This may cause an electric shock If you have to operate your computer during a thunderstorm and are connecting the TV tuner to an outside antenna you should operate your computer using AC power mode The AC adaptor offers some protection against but does not entirely prevent possible electric shock caused by lightning For complete protection do not operate your computer during a thunderstorm 1 Save data shutdown Windows and turn off the power User s Manual 4 29 Operating Basics i 2 Connect the coaxial cable to the TV antenna port of your computer 1 TV antenna port 2 Coaxial cable Figure 4 7 Connecting the coaxial cable When you have been using a descrambler to receive the programs on cable TV or satellite broadcasting connect the set top box and splitter to the coaxial cable Sound system This section describes some of the audio control functions Adjusting System Volume You can control the overall level of sound using Windows Volume Mixer To launch Volume Mixer follow the steps below 1 Locate the Speaker icon on th
193. n still use a standard USB mouse and keyboard to achieve this you should set the appropriate option s to Enabled Enabled Enables the USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation function Default Disabled Disables the USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation function USB FDD Legacy Emulation Use this option to enable or disable USB floppy diskette drive legacy emulation If your operating system does not support USB you can still use a USB floppy diskette drive by setting the USB FDD Legacy Emulation item to Enabled Enabled Enables the USB floppy diskette drive legacy emulation function Default Disabled Disables the USB floppy diskette drive legacy emulation function Button Setting Function Button This feature allows you to set conditions of the front operation panel Enabled Enables the front operation panel Default Disabled Disables the front operation panel Function Button Beep Use this option to enable or disable sound of the front operation panel User s Manual 7 6 HW Setup Enabled Enables sound of the front operation panel Default Disabled Disables sound of the front operation panel Illumination Illumination LED This feature allows you to set conditions of the Illumination LED ON On Default OFF Off User s Manual 7 7 TOSHIBA Chapter 8 AV functions 1 This chapter explains how to use the AV functions The state where Windows 7 is active is referred to as Windows mode Me
194. nformation on the safe and proper use of this computer is described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort Be sure to read it before using the computer User s Manual xxi Qosmio F60 Series The cautions on use of a Qosmio F60 Series computer 1 Clean any dust accumulated on the computer s cooling vents A The cooling vents are located on the left side and underside of the computer When you use your computer in a dusty area dirt and debris may accumulate on the cooling vents at the under side of your unit If this occurs the accumulated dust can cause insufficient heat dissipation which may result in the computer shutting down during use Carefully clean the dust from the vents using a vacuum cleaner 2 Cooling vents on the underside and left side of the computer gt asa _ 1 Cooling vents Cooling vents To prevent possible overheating of the CPU make sure the cooling fan s air intake is not blocked The fan draws in air by creating a vacuum If the fan is blocked it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to shut down Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper plastic wrappers or other similar materials can block the air intake preventing air from reaching the CPU Do not use the computer on surfaces w
195. nic devices example of printers and mobile phones You cannot use the computer s built in Bluetooth functions and an external Bluetooth adaptor simultaneously For reference Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features Worldwide operation The Bluetooth radio transmitter and receiver operate in the 2 4GHz band which is license free and compatible with radio systems in most countries in the world Radio links You can easily establish links between two or more devices with these links being maintained even if the devices are not within a line of sight of each other Security Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security E Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible to falsify the origin of a message E Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA Please note that this software is specifically designed for the following operating systems BH Microsoft Windows 7 Information regarding the use of this software with these operating systems is listed below with further details being contained with the electronic help files supplied with the software a This Bluetooth Stack is based on the Bluetooth Version l1 1 1 1 2 2 0 EDR 2 1 EDR specification However TOSHIBA cannot confirm the compatibility between any computing products and or other electronic devices that use Bluetooth other than TOSHIBA notebook co
196. nnas Not shown 11 Touch Pad 4 Front operation panel seven panels 12 LCD Sensor switch Not shown 5 Stereo speakers 13 Power button 6 Bluetooth antenna Not shown 14 Display hinge 7 Microphone 15 Display screen 8 System indicators Figure 2 6 The front of the computer with the display open User s Manual 2 7 The Grand Tour Web Camera harman kardon In f f g Web Camera LED The Web Camera LED glows when the Web Camera is operating Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer You can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger TOSHIBA Web Camera Application will help you to add various video effects to your video or photograph Enables the transmission of video and use of video chat via the internet using specialized applications Please refer to the Web Camera section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with antennas the Wireless LAN antennas Front operation Seven panels are available for use panel seven panels eco Wireless On Off Programmable button CD DVD Play Pause Mute volume volume These panels allow you to manage Audio Video run applications and access utilities Refer to Chapter 8 AV functions for details Stereo speakers The speakers emit sound generated by your software as we
197. not play properly E To playback video on an external display or TV using WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA use output devices like external displays or TV that have RGB or HDCP supported HDMI port E The Blu ray disc movie can be played only on internal LCD displays or external devices connected via an RGB and HDMI output WinDVD does not support Clone mode DualView which plays on internal LCD and external displays or TV E This product does not play HD DVD discs Blu ray discs with high definition content are required for HD viewing User s Manual 4 26 Operating Basics Starting WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Use the following procedure to start WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA 1 When a Blu ray disc is set in the BD drive WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA starts automatically 2 Touch the CD DVD Play Pause panel on the Front operation panel Or select Start gt All Programs gt InterVideo WinDVD gt WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA to start WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Operating WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Notes on Using WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA 1 Screen display and available features may vary amongst DVD Videos and scenes 2 Only operation buttons including remote controller and Front operation panels which correspond to currently available and active features will be useable during DVD playback 3 If the menu is opened in the Display Area using the Control window s Top Menu or Menu buttons touch pad and mouse menu operations may not be able to be used
198. off the power section in Chapter 1 Getting Started if required 2 Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer 3 Close the display panel 4 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes if required 5 Loosen the screw securing the memory module cover in place please note that this screw is attached to the cover in order to prevent it from being lost 6 Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off 1 Screw 2 Memory module cover Figure 3 4 Removing the memory module cover User s Manual 3 25 Hardware Utilities and Options 7 Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory module slot and gently insert the module into the slot at about a 45 degree angle before holding it down until the latches on either side snap into place Sa 1 Slot A 2 Slot B Figure 3 5 Seating the memory module a E SlotA is reserved for the first memory module Use slot B for expansion T memory modules If only one module is installed use slot A E When inserting or removing memory modules make sure to use the correct slot A or B On this computer the lower slot is slot A E Align the grooves along the edges of the memory module with the locking tabs on the connector and insert the memory module into the connector firmly if you find it difficu
199. ologies E Dolby Headphone Personal surround sound using any set of headphones so that listeners feel like the action is happening all around them E Sound Space Expander Widens the sound experience to wrap around the listener Natural Bass Extends the bass response of any speakers by up to an octave To open the user interface of Dolby Sound Room steps as detailed below 1 Click the right button of a mouse on the speaker icon on the Windows Taskbar and select Playback Devices in the sub menu 2 On the Playback tab select Speakers and click Properties 3 Click the Dolby tab User s Manual 4 32 Operating Basics Wireless communications The computer s wireless communication function supports both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices Some models are equipped with both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions Wireless LAN le The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE802 11 Wireless LAN standard E Frequency Channel Selection of 5GHz for IEEE 802 11a or n Frequency Channel Selection of 2 4GHz for 802 11b g or n Roaming over multiple channels Card power management Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on an 128 bit encryption algorithm E Wi Fi Protected Access WPA support E Advanced Encryption Standard AES data encryption The tran
200. on describes how to create Recovery Media Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you create Recovery Media Be sure to close all other software programs except the Recovery Media Creator Do not run software such as screen savers which can put a heavy load on the CPU Operate the computer at full power Do not use power saving features Do not write to the media when the virus check software is running Wait for it to finish then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background Do not use utilities including those intended to enhance hard disk drive access speed They may cause unstable operation and damage data Do not shut down log off or Sleep Hibernate while writing or rewriting the media Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subjected to vibrations such as airplanes trains or cars Do not use on unstable tables or other any other unstable surfaces A recovery image of the software on your computer is stored on the hard disk drive and can be copied to either DVD or USB Flash Memory by using the following steps 1 Select either blank DVD or USB Flash Memory The application will allow you to choose from a variety of different media onto which the recovery image can be copied including DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL and DVD RW and USB Flash Memory User s Manual Getting Started E Please note that some of the above media m
201. onents and peripherals Before using a peripheral device or application software that is not an authorized Toshiba part or product make sure the device or software can be used with your computer Use of incompatible devices may cause injury or may damage your computer Hardware and system checklist This section discusses problems caused by your computer s hardware or attached peripherals Basic problems may occur in the following areas Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo HDMI monitor output function Video Playback System start up MultiMediaCard Self test E Infrared receiver window Power E Pointing device Password E USB device Keyboard E eSATA device Internal display panel E Additional memory module Hard disk drive E Sound system USB floppy diskette drive E External monitor SD SDHC memory card E LAN miniSD microSD Card H Wireless LAN Memory Stick Memory Stick H Bluetooth E E E xD picture card Recovery Media User s Manual 9 3 Troubleshooting System start up When the computer does not start properly check the following items E Self Test mM Power Sources E Power on Password Self test While booting up the computer self test is executed automatically and the following will be displayed Qosmio This message remains on the screen for a few seconds If the self test is successful the computer tries to load the operating system according to how the Boot Priority option is se
202. oppy diskettes Do not eat smoke or use items such as erasers near your floppy diskettes as foreign particles inside the jacket of the floppy diskette can damage the magnetic surface Magnetic energy can destroy the data on your floppy diskettes In view of this you should keep your floppy diskettes away from speakers radios televisions and other sources of magnetic fields User s Manual 4 28 Operating Basics TV Tuner Use the My TV feature of Windows Media Center to watch TV programs or record them The dimensions and shape of the TV antenna port vary for different regions Some models are equipped with a TV tuner E Some computer models are equipped with a tuner capable of receiving digital broadcasts These tuners can receive DVB T digital broadcasts Digital broadcasts cannot be received in regions where DVB T digital broadcasts are not available E Simultaneous reception and recording cannot be used when an external video device is connected and the above settings are made E Simultaneous reception and recording cannot be used when the set top box is connected and the above settings are made E According to the government regulations it is not permitted to bring PAL SECAM TV tuners into Korea Using the TV Tuner Antenna E The quality of sounds and pictures greatly depends on the radio propagation conditions Mm When you use your computer in areas where the radio waves are weak which results i
203. oving the computer While the computer is designed for flexible day to day usage you should exercise a few simple precautions when moving it in order to help ensure trouble free operation Make sure all disk disc activity has ended before moving the computer check that the HDD and other indicators on the front of the computer are off If a CD DVD or BD is in the drive remove it and make sure that the disc tray is securely closed Turn off shut down the computer Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer Close the display panel Do not pick up the computer by its display panel Before carrying your computer shut it down disconnect the AC adaptor and allow it to cool down a failure to follow this instruction may result in minor heat injury Be careful not to subject the computer to impact or shock a failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to computer computer failure or loss of data Never transport your computer with any cards installed this may cause damage to either the computer and or the card resulting in product failure Always use a suitable carry case when transporting the computer When carrying your computer be sure to hold it securely so that it does not fall or hit anything Do not carry your computer by holding any of its protruding elements User s Manual 4 38 Operating Basics Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection This compu
204. owing indicator conditions should be noted White Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and is correctly supplying power to the computer Flashing orange Indicates a problem with the power supply You should initially try plugging the AC adaptor into another power outlet if it still does not operate properly you should contact your reseller or dealer No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light Power indicator Check the Power indicator to determine the power status of the computer the following indicator conditions should be noted White Indicates power is being supplied to the computer and the computer is turned on Blinking orange Indicates that the computer is in Sleep Mode and that there is sufficient power available AC adaptor or battery to maintain this condition In Sleep Mode this indicator will turn on for one second and off for two seconds No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light Battery This section explains battery types use recharging methods and handling Battery types The computer has two different types of batteries Battery pack When the AC adaptor is not connected the computer s main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack also referred to in this manual as the main battery You can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source although you should not change the battery pack while th
205. p Mode if the external monitor has been disconnected while in Sleep Mode To keep this from happening do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation Mode Remember to turn off the computer before disconnecting the external monitor When the display panel and an external monitor are set to clone mode and they are turned off by the timer the display panel or the external monitor may not display when turned on again If this occurs press FN F5 to re set the display panel and external monitor to clone mode Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Procedure Check for a firm cable connection between the LAN jack and the LAN hub Make sure the AC adaptor is connected The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off If problems persist consult your LAN administrator User s Manual 9 21 Troubleshooting Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not restore LAN access consult your LAN administrator For more information on wireless communication refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure Cannot access Make sure the computer s Wireless Wireless LAN communication function is turned on If problems persist consult your LAN administrator Bluetooth For further information on Blu
206. panels are available for use eco Wireless On Off Programmable button CD DVD Play Pause Mute Volume Volume These panels allow you to manage Audio Video functions run applications and access utilities amp K H m X Figure 8 1 Front operation panel eco panel Touching this panel to launch the TOSHBIA eco Utility This panel changes On and Off of eco Mode When eco Mode is On the icon turns green When eco Mode is Off the icon turns gray Wireless On Off Touching this panel to turn the Wireless LAN and panel Bluetooth functions on and off Please note that some models are equipped with both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functionality E Turn Wi Fi and Bluetooth functionalities off when near a person who may have a cardiac pacemaker implant or other medical electric device Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation possibly resulting in serious injury Follow the instruction of your medical device when using any Wi Fi or Bluetooth functionality E Always turn off Wi Fi or Bluetooth functionality if the computer is near automatic control equipment or appliances such as automatic doors or fire detectors Radio waves can cause malfunction of such equipment possibly resulting in serious injury E Do not use the Wi Fi or Bluetooth functionalities near a microwave oven or in areas subject to radio interference or magnetic fields Interference from a microwave oven or other sou
207. peration 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 User s Manual D 2 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability L utilisation de ce dispositif est autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 I utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t a accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique re u m me si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met USA Federal Communications Commission FCC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of 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 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 tuning the
208. persal To protect against overheating the processor is equipped an internal temperature sensor which activates a cooling fan or lowers the processing speed if the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level You are able to select whether to control this temperature by either turning on the fan first then if necessary lowering the processor speed or by lowering the processor speed first then if necessary turning on the fan these functions are controlled within the Power Options When the processor s temperature falls to a normal range the fan will be turned off and the processor operation returned to its standard speed 7 If the processor s temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with J either setting the computer will automatically shuts down to prevent any damage in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost User s Manual 4 43 TOSHIBA Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 104 105 key enhanced keyboard by pressing some keys in combination all of the 104 105 key enhanced keyboard functions can be performed on the computer The number of keys available on your keyboard will depend on which country region your computer is configured for with keyboards being available for numerous languages In use there are five different types of keys specifically typewriter keys function keys soft keys Hot keys and Windows special keys Typewriter keys
209. port the USB Sleep and Charge function It also displays the remaining battery capacity USB Sleep and Charge Your computer can supply USB bus power DC5V to the USB port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF Power OFF includes Sleep Mode Hibernation Mode or shutdown state This function can be used for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function hereinafter called compatible ports Compatible ports are USB ports that have the 4 symbol icon You can use the USB Sleep and Charge function to charge certain USB compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players However the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification In those cases turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device User s Manual 4 41 Operating Basics E When USB Sleep and Charge function is enabled USB bus power Jl DC5V will be supplied to compatible ports even when the power of the computer is turned OFF USB bus power DC5V is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports However some external devices cannot be charged solely by supplying USB bus power DC5V As for the specifications of the external devices please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use E Using the USB sleep and cha
210. pplications Doing so may cause DVD Video playback or television program recording errors In addition if pre scheduled recording starts during DVD Video playback it may cause DVD Video playback or television program recording errors Please view DVD Video during times when there is no recording pre scheduled The resume function cannot be used with some discs on the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER It is recommended the AC adaptor be connected when playing DVD Video Power saving features may interfere with smooth playback When playing DVD Video using battery power set the Power Options to Balance Screen savers will not display while playing a movie in the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER The computer will also not go into Sleep Mode Hibernation Mode or shutdown while using TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Do not configure the Display automatic power off function to run while the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER is running Do not switch to Hibernation or Sleep Mode when running the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Do not lock the computer using the Windows logo ag L keys or the Fn F1 keys when running the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER If you see the screen blinking while playing DVD with subtitle on at Media Player please use TOSHIBA DVD Player or Media Center to play DVD Display Devices amp Audio E TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER will only run when Colors is set to True color 32 bit Click Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Display gt A
211. printer or joystick that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer s CPU P ritel P ritel is a 21 pin connecting cable port system that allows images and high quality stereo sound including Dolby Pro Logic sound formats to be sent from one audio visual device to another It is also known as a SCART connector or Euro connector pixel A picture element The smallest dot that can be made on a display or printer Also called a pel plug and play A capability with Windows that enables the system to automatically recognize connections of external devices and make the necessary configurations in the computer pointing device Any device such as the TouchPad or a mouse that enables you to move the cursor on the screen port The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers Power Saver A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various power saving functions program A set of instructions a computer can execute that enables it to achieve a desired result See also application prompt A message the computer provides indicating it is ready for or requires information or an action from you R Radio frequency interference RFI shield A metal shield enclosing the printed circuit boards of the printer or computer to prevent radio and TV interference All computer equipment generates radio frequency signals The FCC regulates
212. puter User s Manual 2 4 The Grand Tour OC Security lock slot A security cable can be attached to this slot and then connected to a desk or other large object in order to deter theft of the computer TV TV antenna port Connect the coaxial cable to this port to watch j TV programs on your computer or record them The dimensions and shape of the TV antenna port vary for different regions Some models are equipped with a TV tuner LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN The adaptor has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX and Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 megabits per second 1000BASE T Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics for details A E Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN jack It could cause damage or malfunction E Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply It could cause damage or malfunction DC IN 19V jack The AC adaptor connects to this jack in order to power the computer and charge its internal ey batteries Please note that you should only use the model of AC adaptor supplied with the computer at the time of purchase using the wrong AC adaptor can cause damage to the computer Battery safety lock Slide this latch into its Unlock position in order to p release the battery pack ready for removal Battery release latch Slide and hold this latch into its Unlock positio
213. puter 1 12 S SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card care 3 21 formatting 3 21 inserting 3 22 note 3 21 problems 9 12 removing 3 23 Security lock 3 35 User s Manual Index 3 Qosmio F60 Series Sleep Mode 3 13 System automatic 3 11 setting 1 9 Sound system 3 8 4 30 Headphone S PDIF and Line out jack 2 4 3 9 Microphone and Line in jack 2 4 3 9 Stereo speakers 2 8 microphone 2 8 T TOSHIBA Assist 3 15 TOSHIBA ConfigFree 3 15 TOSHIBA Disc Creator 3 16 4 18 TOSHIBA HDD Protection 3 12 4 39 TOSHIBA HDD SSD Alert Utility 3 16 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool 3 14 TOSHIBA Service Station 3 17 TOSHIBA Value Added Package 3 15 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 3 14 TOSHIBA support 9 24 TV Tuner 3 9 4 29 Touch Pad 3 7 using 4 1 U USB 3 29 USB FDD Kit 3 29 USB device 3 8 problems 9 16 USB floppy diskette drive problems 9 12 Universal AC Adaptor 3 28 Using WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA 4 25 Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility 4 41 V Video RAM 3 2 Video modes B 1 W Web Camera 2 8 3 8 4 2 Windows Mobility Center 3 18 Wireless LAN 3 10 4 33 problems 9 22 Wireless communication 4 33 indicator 4 35 Wireless communication indicator 2 2 X xD picture card inserting 3 22 problems 9 13 removing 3 23 User s Manual Index 4
214. r xxii Chapter1 Getting Started Equipment checklist 0000 2c eee eee eee 1 1 Getting Started sicer eroro apania a a See eben ag neta 1 3 System Recovery Options 2002220e ee eee eee 1 12 System Recovery 202 eee eee eee eee 1 13 User s Manual ii Qosmio F60 Series Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed 200 eee eee eens 2 1 Left Sides js sete ene ees Ee ad owe ee eee ce 2 2 Right Side iii eae cepa gs Cais cada Ede Gwe Pet ee Gees Dea ek 2 4 Back is 2 cide yee Gia ee eee eee ae E ate gee ce 2 4 Underside i ocsieis cup eee ee Seed ead Se eee ee ce 2 6 Front with the display open 0000 cece eee 2 7 Indicators ihe ecniedtios ee adnate dre da a te ae ad ered arene 2 10 Optical disc drives 2 200 c eee eee 2 12 PG AAPOR aieeaii aa ia deters dee ave Hace ade idan A 2 16 Hardware Utilities and Options Hardware cece cee eee eee eee 3 1 Special features 20 2 2 c eee 3 11 TOSHIBA Value Added Package 22 2eeeeeee 3 14 Utilities and Applications 002 2c e eee eee 3 15 Optional devices 6 6460s s coe eds we eee eee ee 3 19 Bridge media Slot 00 cece eee 3 20 Optional accessories 000 cece eee eee 3 36 Operating Basics Using the Touch Pad 000 cece eee eee eee 4 1 AV Controller 0 0 0 ccc eee eee eee 4 2 Web Cam
215. r Recognition reader A technique or device that uses laser or visible light to identify characters and input them into a storage device online state A functional state of a peripheral device when it is ready to receive or transmit data operating system A group of programs that controls the basic operation of a computer Operating system functions include interpreting programs creating data files and controlling the transmission and receipt input output of data to and from memory and peripheral device output The results of a computer operation Output commonly indicates data 1 printed on paper 2 displayed at a terminal 3 sent through the serial port of internal modem or 4 stored on some magnetic media User s Manual Glossary 10 Glossary P PAL PAL Phase Alternating Line is the dominant video and broadcasting standard in Europe parity 1 The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values integers both of which are either on or off odd or even 0 or 1 2 In serial communications an error detection bit that is added toa group of data bits making the sum of the bits even or odd Parity can be set to none odd or even password A unique string of characters used to identify a specific user The computer provides various levels of password protection such as user and supervisor PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect An industry standard 32 bit bus peripheral Any device such as a
216. r laserstraining verstigande gr nsen f r laserklass 1 VAROITUS Suojakoteloa si saa avata Laite sis lt laserdiodin joka l het n kym t nt silmilie vaarallista lasers teily CAUTION USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE VORSICHT DIE VERWENDUNG VON ANDEREN STEURUNGEN ODER EINSTELLUNGEN ODER DAS DURCHFUHREN VON ANDEREN VORGANGEN ALS IN DER BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BESCHRIEBEN KONNEN GEFAHRLICHE STRAHLENEXPOSITIONEN ZUR FOLGE HABEN User s Manual XV TOSHIBA Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the Qosmio F60 Series computer This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability includes multimedia functionality and is designed to provide years of reliable high performance computing This series of computers includes models with built in TV tuners When you wish to display a play CD DVD before starting Windows touch the CD DVD panel on the computer or the same buttons on the remote controller In order to watch television before starting Windows use the Full size remote controller When Windows is running you can display or record a TV program using the My TV feature of Media Center or the Full size remote controller This manual tells how to set up and begin using your Qosmio F60 Series computer It also provides detailed information on configuring
217. r off 2 Connect the monitor cable to the external monitor port 1 External monitor port 2 Monitor cable Figure 3 11 Connecting the monitor cable to the external monitor port 3 Turn the external monitor s power on 4 Turn the computer s power on User s Manual 3 32 Hardware Utilities and Options When you turn on the power the computer will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device In the event that you find that there are issues getting an image displayed on the correct monitor you should consider using the FN F5 hot key to change the display settings if you then disconnect the external monitor before you turn the computer s power off be sure to press FN F5 hot key again to switch to the internal display Please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details on using hot keys to change the display setting 7 E Do not disconnect the external monitor while in Sleep or Hibernation J Mode Turn off the computer before disconnecting the external monitor E When displaying desktop at external analog monitor desktop is sometimes displayed on the center of the monitor with black bars around desktop with small size At that time please read the manual of the monitor and set the display mode which is supporting at the monitor Then it will be displayed with suitable size with correct aspect ratio HDMI A HDMI monitor can be connected to the HD
218. rage of programs and data The primary or only hard disk in a computer is usually fixed but some computers have secondary hard disks that are removable By default the hard disk is referred to as drive C hard disk drive HDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes a hard disk See also hard disk hardware The physical electronic and mechanical components of a computer system typically the computer itself external disk drives etc See also software and firmware hertz A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second host computer The computer that controls regulates and transmits information to a device or another computer hot key The computer s feature in which certain keys in combination with the extended function key FN can be used to set system parameters such as speaker volume HW Setup A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various hardware components icon A small graphic image displayed on the screen or in the indicator panel In Windows an icon represents an object that the user can manipulate input The data or instructions you provide to a computer communication device or other peripheral device from the keyboard or external or internal storage devices The data sent or output by the sending computer is input for the receiving computer instruction Statements or commands that specify how to perform a particular task interface 1 Hardware and or software
219. rce can disrupt Wi Fi or Bluetooth operation User s Manual 8 2 AV functions gt il TOSHIBA Button Support Programmable button panel CD DVD Play Pause panel Inserted disc type BD DVD CD Mute panel Volume Volume Touching this panel to launch Bulletin Board When Bulletin Board is lauched this panel allows you to display Bulletin Board on top or switch between available Boards Touching this panel to launch the corresponding player application according to the type of disc inserted Please refer to the table below This panel also allows you to play pause chapters or tracks once the player application is launched Corresponding player application WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Windows Media Player Touching this panel turns the sound on and off Touching this panel to decrease the volume Touching this panel to increase the volume You can update and assign other applications to the operation panels using the TOSHIBA Button Support utility To open TOSHIBA Button Support please follow one of the methods listed below E Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt TOSHIBA Assist and then click the OPTIMIZE tab in the TOSHIBA Assist window In the OPTIMIZE tab page click TOSHIBA Button Support E Hold the FN key and the Flash Cards bar will appear at the top of the screen Click the last white card to show more white cards in the sc
220. rcuit board An internal card containing electronic components called chips which perform a specific function or increase the capabilities of the system boot Short for bootstrap A program that starts or restarts the computer The program reads instructions from a storage device into the computer s memory boot disk See system disk bootable disk See system disk bps Bits per second Typically used to describe the data transmission speed of a modem buffer The portion of the computer s memory where data is temporarily stored Buffers often compensate for differences in the rate of flow from one device to another bus An interface for transmission of signals data or electric power User s Manual Glossary 3 Glossary byte The representation of a single character A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit also the smallest addressable unit within the system C cache memory A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer s main memory See also L1 cache L2 cache capacity The amount of data that can be stored on a magnetic storage device such as a floppy diskette or hard disk drive It is usually described in terms of kilobytes KB where one KB 1024 bytes megabytes MB where one MB 1024 KB and gigabytes GB where one GB 1024 MB CD An individual compact disc
221. re the disc has stopped spinning before pulling the disc tray fully open User s Manual 4 9 Operating Basics 2 The disc extends slightly over the sides of the disc tray so you can grasp it Gently lift out the disc Figure 4 5 Removing a disc 3 Push the center of the disc tray to close it Press gently until it locks into place How to remove discs when the disc tray will not open Pressing the eject button will not open the disc tray when the computer power is off If the power is off you can open the disc tray by inserting a slender object about 15 mm such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole near the eject button Slender object about 15mm Diameter 1 0mm 1 Disc tray LED 3 Eject hole 2 Eject button Figure 4 6 Manual release with the eject hole Turn off the power before you use the eject hole If the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray the disc could fly off the spindle and cause injury User s Manual 4 10 Operating Basics Optical Drive Auto Lock This function is provided with some models This function automatically locks the optical disc drive eject button if the computer detects any vibration or other shocks while running on the battery This function prevents the disc tray from opening even if the eject button is pushed unexpectedly When the Optical Drive Auto Lock is on there will be key mark on the bottom right of the Optical Drive Power icon
222. reen Select the TOSHIBA Button Support icon The TOSHIBA Button Support dialog box will appear Follow the following steps to assign a function to the selected panel User s Manual 8 3 AV functions TOSHIBA Option Sia Target Path Te Button Name 1 Inthe Button Name list select one of the following panel name such as eco Programmable button CD DVD Play Pause Mute If CD DVD Play Pause is selected the Advanced button will appear on the dialog box You can either assign other applications to this panel by following the steps listed below or configure the play pause function on this panel by clicking Advanced Refer to the CD DVD Play Pause operation section for more details 2 Click Browse select the application you would like to assign to the panel and then click Open The Description and Target Path of the selected application will appear 3 Click register The selected application will be launched the next time you press that panel Should you want to delete the information related to a specified panel click Deregister 4 Click Close CD DVD Play Pause operation If CD DVD Play Pause is selected in Step1 of the TOSHIBA Button Support section the TOSHIBA Button Support dialog box will be displayed as shown below EJ TOSHIBA Button Support Es Ex TOSHIBA Description Register Option Close Target Path Browse aa a L
223. refully to avoid scratching or damaging the Surface Front with the display closed The following figure shows the computer s front with its display panel in the closed position 1 Bridge media slot 3 Infrared receiver window Is supported with gi Rote nek Sgt some models 2 Wireless communication indicator Figure 2 1 Front of the computer with display closed User s Manual 2 1 The Grand Tour s2 2 lt p Bridge media slot A y i Left side The following figure shows the computer s left side This slot lets you insert an SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card Memory Stick Duo PRO PRO Duo xD picture card and MultiMediaCard Refer to Bridge media slot section in Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options Keep foreign metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips out of the Bridge media slot Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Wireless communication indicator Infrared receiver window The Wireless communication indicator glows orange when the Bluetooth and Wireless LAN functions are turned on Only some models are equipped with Bluetooth and Wireless LAN functions This is a sensor window that receives signals from the remote controller which is provided with your computer Models which do not include a remote controller are not equipped with an infrared received so the comput
224. rge function to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers E fUSB Sleep and Charge function is enabled the computer s battery will discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off It is recommended that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when enabling the USB Sleep and Charge function E External devices connected to the USB bus power DC5V function that interfaces with the power ON OFF of the computer may always be in an operational state E When there is a current overflow of the external devices connected to the compatible ports USB bus power DC5V supply may be stopped for safety reasons E When USB Sleep and Charge function is enabled the USB Wakeup function does not work for compatible ports In that case if there is a USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 attach the mouse or keyboard to it If all USB ports have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 change to disable the USB Sleep and Charge function The USB Wakeup function will now work but the USB Sleep and Charge function will be disabled Metal paper clips or hair pins clips will generate heat if they come into contact with USB ports Do not allow USB ports to come into contact with metal products for example when carrying the computer in your bag Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility To start the utility click Start gt Al
225. roblem related information that can help solve the problem E Observe what is happening write down what the system is doing and what actions you performed immediately before the problem occurred If you have a printer attached print a copy of the screen using the computer s PRTSC key Please also be aware that the questions and procedures described in this chapter are meant only as a guide they are not definitive problem solving techniques In reality many problems can be solved simply but a few may require help from your reseller dealer or service provider if you find you need to consult others be prepared to describe the problem in as much detail as possible User s Manual 9 1 Troubleshooting Preliminary checklist You should always consider the simplest solution first the items detailed in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer this includes your printer and any other external device you are using Before you attach an external device you should first turn the computer off then when you turn the computer back on again it will recognize the new device Make sure all optional accessories are configured properly in the computer s setup program and that all required driver software has been loaded please refer to the documentation included with the optional accessories for further inform
226. rop down menu If you have not created Recovery Media please contact TOSHIBA support for assistance TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional technical assistance Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system so it is important that you investigate other sources of assistance first Before contacting TOSHIBA try the following E Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation supplied with your software and or peripheral devices E ifa problem occurs when you are running software applications consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions and consider calling the software company s technical support department for assistance E Consult the reseller or dealer from where you purchased your computer and or software they are your best resource for current information and support User s Manual 9 24 Troubleshooting Where to write If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related write to TOSHIBA at the nearest location listed below Outside of Europe Australia TOSHIBA Australia Pty Ltd Information Systems Division Building C 12 24 Talavera Rd North Ryde 2113 NSW Australia Canada TOSHIBA of Canada Ltd 191 McNabb Street Markham Ontario L3R 8H2 China
227. rsor A small blinking rectangle or line that indicates the current position on the display screen D data Information that is factual measurable or statistical that a computer can process store or retrieve data bits A data communications parameter controlling the number of bits binary digits used to make up a byte If data bits 7 the computer can generate 128 unique characters If data bits 8 the computer can generate 256 unique characters DC Direct Current Electric current that flows in one direction This type of power is usually supplied by batteries default The parameter value automatically selected by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions Also called a preset value delete To remove data from a disk or other data storage device Synonymous with erase device driver A program called a driver that permits a computer to communicate with a device dialog box A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information disable To turn a computer option off See also enable User s Manual Glossary 5 Glossary Digital Audio An audio compression standard that enables high quality transmission and real time playback of sound files disk drive The device that randomly accesses information on a disk and copies it to the computer s memory It also writes data from memory to the disk To accomplish these tasks the unit physically rotates the
228. smission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which the wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration client design and software hardware configurations The transmission rate described is the theoretical maximum speed as specified under the appropriate standard the actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed Setting 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet gt Network and Sharing Center 2 Click Set up a new connection or network 3 Follow the wizard You will need the name of the wireless network together with security settings Consult the documentation accompanied with your router or ask your wireless network administrator for the settings Security E TOSHIBA strongly recommend that you enable encryption functionality otherwise your computer will be open to illegal access by an outsider using a wireless connection If this occurs the outsider may illegally access your system eavesdrop or cause the loss or destruction of stored data TOSHIBA is not liable for the loss of data due to eavesdropping or illegal access through the wireless LAN and the damage thereof User s Manual 4 33 Operating Basics Bluetooth wireless technology Bluetooth wireless technology eliminates the need for cables such as desktop computers between your PC and other electro
229. ss technology Interoperability Taiwan Article 12 Without permission granted by the DGT or NCC any company enterprise or user is not allowed to change frequency enhance transmitting power or alter original characteristic as well as performance to an approved low power radio frequency devices Article 14 The low power radio frequency devices shall not influence aircraft security and interfere legal communications If found the user shall cease operating immediately until no interference is achieved The said legal communications means radio communications is operated in compliance with the Telecommunications Act The low power radio frequency devices must be susceptible with the interference from legal communications or ISM radio wave radiated devices Using Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400 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 computer 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 fac
230. t injury E Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer If the computer is used for long periods its surface can become very warm While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest your skin might suffer a low heat injury E If the computer has been used for a long time avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can become hot E The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this condition does not indicate a malfunction If you need to transport the AC adaptor you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it E Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the material could become damaged User s Manual XX Qosmio F60 Series Pressure or impact damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer s components or otherwise cause it to malfunction Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way but itis recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort All important i
231. t within the TOSHIBA HW Setup program If any of the following conditions are present the self test has failed E The computer stops and does not proceed to display information or messages except for the TOSHIBA logo E Random characters appear on the screen and the system does not function normally E The screen displays an error message In these instances turn off the computer check all cable connections and then restart it if the self test fails again contact your reseller dealer or service provider Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC power outlet the battery pack is the primary power source However your computer also has a number of other power resources including an intelligent power supply and a Real Time Clock RTC battery all of which are interrelated with any one having the ability to produce apparent power problems This section provides checklists for AC power and the battery If you cannot resolve a problem after following them the cause may lie with another power related resource in such an instance you should contact your reseller dealer or service provider Overheating power down If the processor s temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting the computer will automatically shuts down to prevent any damage in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost User s Manual 9 4 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Computer shuts down L
232. tal erasure User s Manual Glossary 14 Index A AC adaptor 3 3 DC IN 19V jack 2 5 additional 3 36 connecting 1 4 ASCII characters 5 5 B Battery Monitoring capacity 6 6 charging 6 5 extending battery life 6 7 indicator 2 10 6 2 real time clock 3 3 6 4 save mode 3 11 types 6 3 Battery Charger 3 29 3 36 Battery Packs 3 28 Battery pack 2 6 3 3 replacing 6 8 Bluetooth 3 10 4 34 Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba 3 15 problems 9 22 Boot Priority 7 2 Bridge media slot 2 2 3 8 3 20 indicator 2 10 using 3 20 C CPU 3 1 Cleaning the computer 4 37 Cooling vents 2 3 TOSHIBA D DC IN indicator 2 10 6 3 DVD Super Multi drive 3 6 problems 9 11 Display 2 7 3 7 automatic power off 3 11 brightness down 5 3 brightness up 5 3 controller B 1 hinge 2 9 opening 1 6 Documentation list 1 2 E Equipment checklist 1 1 eSATA device 3 31 3 33 problems 9 19 eSATA USB combo port 2 3 3 8 External monitor 2 3 3 7 3 32 problems 9 21 F FN 1 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce 5 4 FN 2 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge 5 4 FN ESC Mute 5 2 FN F1 Lock 5 2 FN F2 Power Plan 5 2 FN F3 Sleep 5 3 FN F4 Hibernate 5 3 FN F5 Output 5 3 FN F6 Brightness Down 5 3 FN F7 Brightness Up 5 3 FN F8 Wireless 5 3 User s Manual Index 1 Qosmio F60 Series FN F9 Touch Pad 5 3 FN space Zoom 5 4 Front operation panel 8 2 Function keys 5 2
233. ter damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury I E This Bridge media slot supports the following memory media E Secure Digital SD Card SD memory card SDHC memory card miniSD Card microSD Card E Memory Stick Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo M xD picture card E MultiMediaCard MMC E Please note that an adaptor is required to use miniSD microSD Card E Please note that an adaptor is required to use Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo E Please note that not all memory media have been tested and verified to work correctly Therefore it is not possible to guarantee that all memory media will operate properly E The slot does not support Magic Gate functions Po Q Secure Digital SD Card microSD card and adaptor Memory Stick xD picture card MultiMediaCard MMC Figure 3 1 Examples of memory media Memory media This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media User s Manual 3 20 Hardware Utilities and Options le i Points to note about the SD SDHC memory card SD SDHC memory cards comply with SDMI Secure Digital Music Initiative which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music For this reason you cannot copy or playback protected material on another computer or other device and you may not reproduce any copyrighted material except for your personal enjoyment
234. ter has a function for reducing the risk of damage on the hard disk drive Using an acceleration sensor built into the computer TOSHIBA HDD Protection detects vibration shocks and similar signs of movement of the computer and automatically moves the Hard Disk Drive head to a safe position to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head to disk contact E This function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive will not be damaged E TOSHIBA HDD Protection cannot be used in models that are equipped with SSD P When vibration is detected a message will be displayed on the screen and the icon in the Taskbar notification area will change to the protection state This message is displayed until the OK button is pressed or 30 seconds pass When vibration subsides the icon returns to the normal state Taskbar icon State Icon Description Normal TOSHIBA HDD Protection is enabled Protection TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active The a hard disk drive head is in a safe position OFF TOSHIBA HDD Protection is disabled TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties You can change the TOSHIBA HDD Protection settings by using the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window To open the window click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt HDD Protection Settings The window can also be started from the icon on the Taskbar or from the Control Panel HDD Protection You can choose whether to enable or disable TOSHIBA HDD
235. ter instance you should always follow the instructions with the screen cleaner and always ensure you let the display panel dry properly before closing it You should initially refer to the documentation supplied with you software to determine if it is this that is causing the problems Alternatively you may wish to run the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool to check the general operation of the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Procedure Check to see whether that is a floppy diskette in the floppy diskette drive or a CD ROM DVD ROM in the optical disc drive if so remove it and try to start the computer again If this has no effect check the Boot Priority setting within the TOSHIBA HW Setup utility please refer to the Boot Priority section in Chapter 7 HW Setup for further information Please refer to your operating system documentation in order to determine whether there is a problem with any of the operating system files or settings User s Manual 9 8 Troubleshooting Problem Slow performance BD drive For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem You cannot access a CD DVD BD in the drive Some CD DVD BDs run correctly but others do not Procedure The files on the hard disk drive may be fragmented in this instance you should run the disk Defragmentation utility to check the condition of your f
236. that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached as loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent signals Do any indicators light if so which ones what color are they and do they stay on or blink Write down what you see User s Manual 9 2 Troubleshooting Ym E Do you hear any beeps if so how many are they long or short and are they high pitched or low pitched In addition is the computer making any unusual noises Write down what you hear Record your observations so you can describe them in detail to your reseller dealer or service provider Software Hardware The problems may be caused by your software or disk If you cannot load a software package the media may be damaged or the program might be corrupted in these instances try loading another copy of the software if possible If an error message appears while you are using a software package you should refer to the documentation supplied with it as this will usually include a problem solving section or a summary of error messages Next you should check any error messages against the operating system documentation If you cannot find a software problem you should then check the setup and configuration of your hardware First run through the items in the preliminary checklist as described previously then if you still cannot correct the problem try to identify the source the next section provides checklists for individual comp
237. the following manufacturers of CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer DVD RW DVD RAM BD R BD R Dual Layer BD RE or BD RE Dual Layer media however it must be noted that disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates Please also be aware that in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation quality or performance of any disc CD R TAIYO YUDEN CO Ltd MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD Hitachi Maxell Ltd CD RW Multi Speed and High Speed MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD CD RW Ultra Speed MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD DVD R DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2 0 TAIYO YUDEN Co Ltd for 4x 8x and 16x speed media DVD R Dual Layer MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 4x and 8x speed media DVD R for Labelflash FUJIFILM CORPORATION for 16x speed media DVD R MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 8x and 16x speed media DVD R Double Layer MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 2 4x and 8x speed media DVD R for Labelflash FUJIFILM CORPORATION for 16x speed media User s Manual Operating Basics DVD RW DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for Version 1 1 or version 1 2 Victor Company of Japan Ltd JVC for 4x and 6x speed media DVD RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 4x and 8x speed media DVD RAM DVD Specifications for DVD RAM Disc for Version 2 0 Version 2 1 or Version 2 2
238. the Power Options to access it Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options Hot keys You can use the FN F3 hot key to enter Sleep Mode or FN F4 to enter Hibernation Mode please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details User s Manual 6 12 Power and Power Up Modes Panel power on off You can set up your computer so that power is turned off automatically when you close the display panel and turned on again when you open it Please note that this function is only available for Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode not for Shut Down Mode T If the panel power off function is enabled and you manually shut down Windows do not close the display panel until the shut down process has been completed System automatic Sleep Hibernation This feature automatically turns off the system in Sleep or Hibernation Mode if the computer is not used for a set duration Refer to Special features in Chapter 3 for an explanation of how to set the duration User s Manual TOSHIBA Chapter 7 HW Setup This chapter explains how to use the TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and provides information on settings for various functions Accessing HW Setup To run the HW Setup program click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt HWSetup HW Setup window The HW Setup window contains a number of tabs General Display Boot Priority Keyboard CPU L
239. the collection and recycling programmes available in your country please visit our website http eu computers toshiba europe com or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product Disposal of batteries and or accumulators Pb Hg Cd WN The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and or accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd defined in the Battery Directive 2006 66 EC then the chemical symbols for lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd will appear below the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol By participating in separate collection of batteries you will help to assure the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country please visit our website http eu computers toshiba europe com or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product These symbols may not stick depending on the country and region where you purchased User s Manual Qosmio F60 Series Disposing of the computer and the computer s batteries E Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and regulations For
240. the optical disc drive eject button if the computer detects any vibration or other shocks while running on the battery This function prevents the disc tray from opening even if the eject button is pushed unexpectedly Refer to the Optical Drive Auto Lock section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics for more details User s Manual 3 12 Hardware Utilities and Options Hibernation Mode Sleep Mode USB Sleep and Charge function USB Wakeup function TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor This feature lets you turn off the power to the computer without exiting from your software The contents of main memory are automatically saved to the hard disk drive so that when you next turn the power on again you can continue working right where you left off Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 1 Getting Started for more details If you have to interrupt your work you can use this feature to allow you to turn off power to the computer without exiting from your software Data is maintained in the computer s main memory so that when you next turn on the power you can continue working right where you left off This feature allows you to charge USB compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players via the USB port when your computer is in Sleep Mode Hibernation Mode or in the shutdown state This function is worked by the USB Sleep and Charge Utility For more information please refer
241. thentication to boot up the computer E The limit counts the number of days from the last time Windows is logged on till the next time the computer is booted up The range can be set from 1 to 28 days E Authentication is required if the computer s clock is significantly modified E fthe Supervisor Password is deleted this function becomes disabled User s Manual F 1 TOSHIBA Appendix G TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor application proactively monitors a number of system functions such as power consumption and battery health informing you of significant system conditions This application recognizes the system and individual component serial numbers and will track specific activies related to the computer and their usage The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes i e number of power button and FN key combination uses AC adaptor battery LCD fan HDD sound volume TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator and USB information date of initial system use and also computer and device usage i e power settings battery temperature and recharging CPU memory backlight illumination time and temperatures for various devices The stored data uses a very small portion of the total hard disk capacity approximately 3MB or less per year This information is used to identify and provide a notification of system conditions which may effect the p
242. tics Incorporated ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation Wi Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi Fi Alliance Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association xD Picture Card is a trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual Macrovision License This product includes copyright protection technology and intellectual property that are patented in the U S and other countries These patents are the property of Macrovision Corporation The use of copyright protection must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation It is intended for home and other restricted use applications unless Macrovision Corporation expressly authorizes otherwise All forms of reverse engineering or decompiling are forbidden User s Manual vii Qosmio F60 Series FCC information FCC notice Declaration of Conformity Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there
243. to are an analog of the value to be transmitted Voice communications are analog signals application A group of programs that together are used for a specific task such as accounting financial planning spreadsheets word processing and games ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange ASCII code is a set of 256 binary codes that represent the most commonly used letters numbers and symbols asynchronous Lacking regular time relationship As applied to computer communications asynchronous refers to the method of transmitting data that does not require a steady stream of bits to be transmitted at regular time intervals B backup A copy of a file usually on a removable disk kept in case the original file is lost or damaged binary The base two number system composed of zeros and ones off or on used by most digital computers The right most digit of a binary number has a value of 1 the next a value of 2 then 4 8 16 and so on For example the binary number 101 has a value of 5 See a so ASCII BIOS Basic Input Output System The firmware that controls data flow within the computer See also firmware bit Derived from binary digit the basic unit of information used by the computer It is either zero or one Eight bits is one byte See also byte Bluetooth A short range radio technology designed to simplify wireless communication among computers communication devices and the Internet board A ci
244. to operate this equipment This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causng Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du R glement sur le mat riel brouileur du Canada User s Manual Qosmio F60 Series Important Safety Information for Computers with TV tuner IEC60950 1 EN60950 1 Information technology equipment Safety Coaxial cable connection to this computer must only be used if the cable outer conductive shielding has been grounded by the cable installer at the building premises as close to the point of cable entrance or attachment as practicable and the connection complies with all local cable installation requirements that are applicable in your area Following information is only for EU member states Disposal of products The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that products must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste Integrated batteries and accumulators can be disposed of with the product They will be separated at the recycling centres The black bar indicates that the product was placed on the market after August 13 2005 By participating in separate collection of products and batteries you will help to assure the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health For more detailed information about
245. ton at the upper left of the Power Management is blue and convex E When audio power management is disabled the button is black and concave Speaker Configuration Click the playback button to confirm the internal speakers or the headphone sound is coming from the right direction User s Manual 4 31 Operating Basics Sound Effects This section explains how to select various sound effects E Environment simulates reverberations of sound for familiar environments around us You can select an existing preset in the menu E Equalizer raises or lowers a frequency of sound to simulate a popular genre of music You can select an existing preset in the menu E Karaoke cancels the specific frequency of sound and results in the Vocal Cancellation Clicking the Karaoke icon lowers the vocal sound within music Using the arrow buttons will adjust the musical key of the sound Microphone Effects Microphone Effects are only found within Microphone window E Noise Suppression reduces background noise and fan noise E Acoustic Echo Cancellation reduces feedback and feedback echo Default Format You can change the sample rate and bit depth of sound Dolby Sound Room Dolby Sound Room provides stunning personal surround sound from any pair of speakers or headphones Ideal when using surround sound speakers is not practical Dolby Sound Room enables an enveloping entertainment experience Dolby Sound Room techn
246. tor rights Do not change Windows Users while TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER is running For some DVD Video discs using the control window to change the audio track will also change the subtitle track Starting TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Use the following procedure to start TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER 1 Insert an DVD Video in the DVD Super Multi drive while Windows 7 is running When an DVD Video disc is set in the DVD drive the following application selection screen may appear If this occurs select Play DVD movie then click OK to launch the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER rc AutoPlay we ie g DVD RW Drive E Yau XXXXXXXXXXX Always do this for DVD movies DVD movie options Play DVD movie ising Windows Media Player Play DVD movie ising Windows Media Cente e Play DVD movie General options bh Open folder to view files Set AutoPlay defaults in Control Panel Figure 4 1 Application selection screen User s Manual 4 24 Operating Basics 2 Touch the CD DVD Play Pause panel on the Front operation panel Or select Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER gt TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER to start TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Operating TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Notes on Using TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Screen display and available features may vary amongst DVD Videos and scenes Only operation buttons including remote controller and Front operation panels which correspond to currently available and active features wi
247. tore process Please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre installed software without System Recovery Options q When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost 1 Load the Recovery Media into the computer and turn off the computer s power 2 While holding down F12 key on the keyboard turn on your computer when the Qosmio logo screen appears release the F12 key 3 Use the up and down cursor keys to select the appropriate icon CD DVD ROM of your actual recovery media from the menu Please refer to the Boot Priority section in Chapter 7 HW Setup for further information 4 Amenu will be displayed from which you should follow the on screen instructions 3 When drivers utilities are installed you can setup the respective T drivers utilities from the following place To open the setup files Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Applications and Drivers User s Manual 1 15 TOSHIBA Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of the computer it is recommended that you become familiar with each before you operate the computer Legal Footnote Non applicable Icons 1 For more information regarding Non applicable Icons please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the 1 above Please handle your computer ca
248. tory production 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 User s Manual D 4 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability 0 2 3 2 4FH1 4 1 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHZ 2 FH This equipment uses FH SS modulation 3 1 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10 m 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHZ to 2 483 5 MHz It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems 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 Conditions Compliance Approval and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Telecommunications Business Law The Name of the radio equipment EYTFXCS JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT Approval Number D07 0040001 The
249. trouble free operation keep the computer free of dust and dirt and use care with all liquids around it E Becareful not to spill liquids into the computer If the computer does get wet turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry completely in these circumstance you should get the computer inspected by an authorized service provider in order to assess the scope of any damage E Clean the plastics of the computer using a slightly water dampened cloth E You can clean the display screen by spraying a small amount of glass cleaner onto a soft clean cloth and then wiping the screen gently with the cloth Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any part of it Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer Using the cleaning cloth Some models include 1 cleaning cloth The cleaning cloth can be used to wipe away dust and fingerprints from the keyboard and palm rest area of your computer E When wiping the keyboard palm rest and display panel do so gently without using excessive pressure E Do not use the cleaning cloth when it is dirty or wet E Do not use the cleaning cloth soaked with water detergents or volatile organic solvents It is recommended that you wash the cloth if it gets soiled using a gentle mild detergent and rinse it well Allow it to air dry completely before using it again on your computer User s Manual 4 37 Operating Basics M
250. ttery pack disable the Wake up on LAN function Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low the Battery indicator will flash orange to indicate that only a few minutes of battery power remain If you continue to use the computer while the Battery indicator flashes the computer will enable Hibernation Mode so that you do not lose any data and automatically turn itself off You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged Procedures To recharge a battery pack while it is installed in the computer connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack and plug the other end into a working outlet the Battery indicator will glow orange while the battery is being charged Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or optional TOSHIBA Battery charger to charge the battery pack Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger User s Manual 6 5 Power and Power Up Modes Time Refer to User s Manual about Charging time Battery charging notice The battery may not begin charging immediately under the following conditions E The battery is extremely hot or cold if the battery is extremely hot it might not charge at all To ensure the battery charges to its full capacity you should charge it at room temperature of between 5 to 35 C 41 to 95 F E The battery is nearly completely discharged In this instance you should leave the AC adaptor connected for a
251. uter s BIOS which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up See also BIOS memory Compare RAM S S P DIF A standard of digital interface for audio SCSI Small Computer System Interface is an industry standard interface for connection of a variety of peripheral devices SD SDHC memory card Secure Digital cards are flash memory widely used in a variety of digital devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants SECAM L SECAM Sequential Couleur A Memorie is a broadcasting standard used in France SIO Serial Input Output The electronic methodology used in serial data transmission soft key Key combinations that emulate keys on the IBM keyboard change some configuration options stop program execution and access the numeric keypad overlay software The set of programs procedures and related documentation associated with a computer system Specifically refers to computer programs that direct and control the computer system s activities See also hardware stop bit One or more bits of a byte that follow the transmitted character or group codes in asynchronous serial communications synchronous Having a constant time interval between successive bits characters or events User s Manual Glossary 12 Glossary system disk A diskette that contains the operating system files needed to start the computer Any diskette can be formatted as a system disk A system disk
252. vels of password security User and Supervisor y Passwords set by the TOSHIBA Password Utility function are different J from the Windows password User Password To start the utility point to or click the following items Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Password Utility User Password field E Set button Click this button to register a password of up to 50 characters After a password is set you will be prompted to enter it when you start the computer User s Manual 6 10 Power and Power Up Modes J After you set the password a dialog box will be displayed asking whether you want to save it to a floppy diskette or other media If you forget the password you can open the password file on another computer Be sure to keep the media in a safe place When entering the character string to register the password enter from the keyboard character by character and do not enter as ASCII code or copy and paste the character string In addition ensure that the registered password is correct by outputting the character string to the password file When entering a password do not enter any characters for example or produced by pressing the SHIFT or ALT keys and so on Delete button Click this button to delete a registered password Before you can delete a password you must first enter the current password correctly Change button Click this button to change a registered pass
253. very Options Creating Recovery Media Restoring the pre installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive Restoring the pre installed software from your created Recovery Media Use a virus check program and make sure it is updated regularly Never format storage media without checking its content formatting destroys all stored data It is a good idea to periodically back up the internal hard disk drive or other main storage device to external media General storage media is not durable or stable over long periods of time and under certain conditions may result in data loss Before you install a device or application save any data in memory to the hard disk drive or other storage media Failure to do so may result in the loss of data User s Manual 1 3 Getting Started Connecting the AC adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power It is also the fastest way to get started because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz For details on using the AC adaptor to charge the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your computer or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer Use of an incompatible
254. vider User s Manual 9 12 Troubleshooting Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo For further information please refer to Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options Problem Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo error occurs You cannot write to an Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo You cannot read a file xD picture card Procedure Remove the Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo from the computer and then reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected If the problem persists then you should refer to the documentation supplied with your Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo for further information Remove the Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo from the computer and check to ensure that it is not write protected Check to ensure the required file is actually on the Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo that is inserted into the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider For further information please refer to Chapter 3 Hardware Utilities and Options Problem xD picture card error occurs You cannot read a file Procedure Remove the xD picture card from the computer and then reinsert it in order to
255. wer on 3 11 problems 9 7 starting the computer by 6 12 supervisor 6 11 user 6 10 Pointing device Touch Pad 2 9 4 1 Touch Pad control buttons 2 9 Ports 3 7 External monitor 3 7 USB 3 8 Power Hibernation Mode 1 10 Shut Down mode Boot Mode 1 8 Sleep Mode 1 9 conditions 6 1 indicator 6 3 panel on off 3 12 panel power on off 6 13 turning off 1 8 turning on 1 7 Power up modes 6 12 Problems AC power 9 5 Additional memory module 9 19 Analyzing the problem 9 2 BD drive 9 9 Battery 9 5 Bluetooth 9 22 DVD Super Multi drive 9 11 External monitor 9 21 HDMI monitor output function 9 23 Hard disk drive 9 8 Hardware and system checklist 9 3 Infrared receiver window 9 14 Internal display panel 9 8 Keyboard 9 7 LAN 9 22 Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo 9 13 MultiMediaCard 9 14 Overheating power down 9 4 Password 9 7 Pointing device 9 14 Power 9 4 Real Time Clock 9 7 Recovery Media 9 24 SD SDHC memory card miniSD mi croSD Card 9 12 Self test 9 4 Sound system 9 20 System start up 9 4 TOSHIBA support 9 24 Touch Pad 9 14 USB Sleep and Charge 9 7 USB device 9 16 USB floppy diskette drive 9 12 USB mouse 9 16 Video Playback 9 23 Wireless LAN 9 22 eSATA device 9 18 xD picture card 9 13 Processor 3 1 Q QosmioEngine 8 14 R Recovery Discs problems 9 24 Recovery Media 1 15 Recovery hard disk drive 1 14 Remote Controller 8 6 Full size remote controller 8 7 8 8 Restarting the com
256. word Before you can change a password you must first enter the current password correctly Owner String text box You can use this box to associate text with the password After you enter text click Apply or OK When the computer is started this text will be displayed together with the prompt asking you to enter a password If you forget your HDD User Password TOSHIBA will NOT be able to assist you and your HDD will be rendered COMPLETELY and PERMANENTLY INOPERABLE TOSHIBA will NOT be held responsible for any loss of any data any loss of use or access to your HDD or for any other losses to you or any other person or organization that result from the loss of access to your HDD If you can t accept this risk don t register the HDD User Password When saving the HDD User Password shut down or restart the computer If the computer is not shut down or restarted the saved data may not be correctly reflected For more information on shutting down or restarting the computer refer to Turning on the power in Chapter 1 Supervisor Password If you set a Supervisor Password some functions might be restricted when a user logs on with the User Password To set a Supervisor Password execute the file TOSPU EXE The file is located at C Program Files Toshiba PasswordUtility TOSPU exe on x86 system C Program Files x86 Toshiba PasswordUtility TOSPU exe on x64 system This utility lets you do the following E Register delet
257. your computer during a thunderstorm User s Manual H 4 TOSHIBA Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual Alternate naming is included for reference Abbreviations AACS advanced access content system AC Alternating current ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS basic input output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD ROM Compact Disc Read Only Memory CD RW Compact Disc ReWritable CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor CPU central processing unit CRT cathode ray tube DC direct current DDC display data channel DDR double data rate DIMM dual inline memory module DVD digital versatile disc DVD R Digital Versatile Disc Recordable DVD RAM Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory DVD R Dual Layer Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Dual Layer DVD ROM Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory DVD RW Digital Versatile Disc ReWritable DVD R Double Layer Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Double Layer FDD floppy diskette drive FHD Full High Definition FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HD High Definition Plus User s Manual Glossary 1 Glossary IDE integrated drive electronics IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers W O input output IrDA Infrared Data Association IRQ interrupt request KB kilobyte LAN loca

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