Toshiba L500D Bedienungsanleitung

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Was ist eine Gebrauchsanleitung?

Das Wort kommt vom lateinischen „instructio”, d.h. ordnen. Demnach kann man in der Anleitung Toshiba L500D die Beschreibung der Etappen der Vorgehensweisen finden. Das Ziel der Anleitung ist die Belehrung, Vereinfachung des Starts, der Nutzung des Geräts oder auch der Ausführung bestimmter Tätigkeiten. Die Anleitung ist eine Sammlung von Informationen über ein Gegenstand/eine Dienstleistung, ein Hinweis.

Leider widmen nicht viele Nutzer ihre Zeit der Gebrauchsanleitung Toshiba L500D. Eine gute Gebrauchsanleitung erlaubt nicht nur eine Reihe zusätzlicher Funktionen des gekauften Geräts kennenzulernen, sondern hilft dabei viele Fehler zu vermeiden.

Was sollte also eine ideale Gebrauchsanleitung beinhalten?

Die Gebrauchsanleitung Toshiba L500D sollte vor allem folgendes enthalten:
- Informationen über technische Daten des Geräts Toshiba L500D
- Den Namen des Produzenten und das Produktionsjahr des Geräts Toshiba L500D
- Grundsätze der Bedienung, Regulierung und Wartung des Geräts Toshiba L500D
- Sicherheitszeichen und Zertifikate, die die Übereinstimmung mit entsprechenden Normen bestätigen

Warum lesen wir keine Gebrauchsanleitungen?

Der Grund dafür ist die fehlende Zeit und die Sicherheit, was die bestimmten Funktionen der gekauften Geräte angeht. Leider ist das Anschließen und Starten von Toshiba L500D zu wenig. Eine Anleitung beinhaltet eine Reihe von Hinweisen bezüglich bestimmter Funktionen, Sicherheitsgrundsätze, Wartungsarten (sogar das, welche Mittel man benutzen sollte), eventueller Fehler von Toshiba L500D und Lösungsarten für Probleme, die während der Nutzung auftreten könnten. Immerhin kann man in der Gebrauchsanleitung die Kontaktnummer zum Service Toshiba finden, wenn die vorgeschlagenen Lösungen nicht wirksam sind. Aktuell erfreuen sich Anleitungen in Form von interessanten Animationen oder Videoanleitungen an Popularität, die den Nutzer besser ansprechen als eine Broschüre. Diese Art von Anleitung gibt garantiert, dass der Nutzer sich das ganze Video anschaut, ohne die spezifizierten und komplizierten technischen Beschreibungen von Toshiba L500D zu überspringen, wie es bei der Papierform passiert.

Warum sollte man Gebrauchsanleitungen lesen?

In der Gebrauchsanleitung finden wir vor allem die Antwort über den Bau sowie die Möglichkeiten des Geräts Toshiba L500D, über die Nutzung bestimmter Accessoires und eine Reihe von Informationen, die erlauben, jegliche Funktionen und Bequemlichkeiten zu nutzen.

Nach dem gelungenen Kauf des Geräts, sollte man einige Zeit für das Kennenlernen jedes Teils der Anleitung von Toshiba L500D widmen. Aktuell sind sie genau vorbereitet oder übersetzt, damit sie nicht nur verständlich für die Nutzer sind, aber auch ihre grundliegende Hilfs-Informations-Funktion erfüllen.

Inhaltsverzeichnis der Gebrauchsanleitungen

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    T OSHIBA Satellite L500/ Satellite Pro L500/ Satellite L500D/ Satellite Pro L500D User's Manual[...]

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    User ’s Manual ii 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 p at ent liabili ty is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. TOSHIBA Satellite L500/L505/L507/Pro L500/L50 0D/L5[...]

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    User ’s Manual iii ConfigFree is a trade mark of TOSHIBA Corporation, DVD MovieFactory is trademark of the Corel Corporations. Manufactured under licens e from Dolby Lab oratories. ExpressCard is a trademark of PCMCIA HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interfa ce are trademarks or registered trade marks of HDMI Lice nsing LLC. Lab[...]

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    User ’s Manual iv FCC information FCC notice "Declaration of Conform ity Information" This equipment has been tested and fo und to comply with th e limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide rea sonable prot ection again st harmful interference in a residential install[...]

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    User ’s Manual v EU Conformity S t atement VCCI Class B Information Canadian regulatory in formatio n (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 De partment [...]

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    User ’s Manual vi However , due to differences between the individual PSTNs pr ovided in different countries/regions the approv al does not, of itself, give an unconditional assu rance of succes sful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supp lier in the first instance. Netw[...]

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    User ’s Manual vii A05-0413001 A05-0025001 A05-0025001 Made In China N723Z218 TE-A22/K012-04-0422 02375/POSTEL/2007 POSTEL Type Approved No.:ESD-CPE-0400760 E253445 TE-2004/175 No.#SL405007 Approved by PTA (2004) Pakistan Telecom Authority This Motorola ML3054 56k Modem may be connected to the T elecom Network PTC / 211 / 05 / 005 Complies with I[...]

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    User ’s Manual viii Pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68: When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give them the following information: ■ The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem ■ The registration number t hat is located on the device. US: AGSMD01BDELPHI S56MD01B13054 The FC[...]

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    User ’s Manual ix If problems arise If any of your telephone equipme nt is not operating properly , you should immediately remove it from yo ur te lephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. If the tele phone company notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When practical , they will notify you in advance of thi[...]

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    User ’s Manual x Instructions for IC CS -03 certified equipment 1. The Industry Canada label identi fies certified e quipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network prot ective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate T erminal Equipment T echnical Requirements document ([...]

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    User ’s Manual xi Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand Modem w arning notice for Australia Modems connected to the Australian te lecoms network must have a valid Austel permit. This modem has been desi gned to specifically configure to ensure compliance with Austel standards when the country/region selection is set to Australia. The use o[...]

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    User ’s Manual xii ■ Some parameters required fo r compliance with T elecom’s PTC S pecifications are dep endent on th e equipment (PC) associated with this modem. The associated equipm en t shall be set to operate within the following limits for complianc e with T elecom S pecifications: a/ There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the[...]

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    User ’s Manual xiii ■ The transmit level from this device is set at a fixe d level and because o f this there may be circumstances where the performance is less than optimal. Before rep orting such occurrences a s faults, please check the line with a standard T elepermitted telep hone, and only report a fault if the phone performance is impaire[...]

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    User ’s Manual xiv Following information is only for EU-memb er states: Disposal of products Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol in dicates that products must be collected and disp osed of separately from household waste . Integrated batteries and accumulators can be di sposed of with the product. The[...]

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    User ’s Manual xv ENERGY ST AR ® Program Disposing of the com puter and the computer’s batte r ies ■ Discard this compu ter in acco rdance with appli cable laws and regulations. For further information, cont act y our local government. ■ This computer contains rechargeable batteries. After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose th e[...]

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    User ’s Manual xvi Optical disc drive st andards TOSHIBA Satellite L500/L505/L507/Pro L500/L50 0D/L505D/L507D/Pro L500D series computer is shipped with one of the following drives preinstalled: DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive or DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) /w Label Flash d rive. The drive has one of the following label s: CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER [...]

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    User ’s Manual xvii DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive Panasonic UJ 880AD/UJ880ED HLDS G T2 0N/G T20F Location of the required label COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIA TION PERFORMANCE ST ANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J. MANUF ACTURED Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. 1-62, 4-Chome Minoshima Hakata-ku Fukuoka, Japan Location of the required label COMPLIES WITH FD[...]

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    User ’s Manual xviii Pioneer DVR-TD09TBM/DVR-TD09TBF T oshiba Samsung TS-L633C/TS-L633Y Location of the required label COMPLIES WITHFDA RADIA TION PERFORMANCE ST ANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J MANUF ACTURED PIONEER CORPORA TION 4-1, MEGURO 1-CHOME, MEGURO- KU TOKYO 153-8654, JAP AN Location of the required label PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUF AC[...]

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    User ’s Manual xix International precautions CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT .” T o use this model properly , read the instruction manual carefully a nd keep this manual for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED ser[...]

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    User ’s Manual xx OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråini ng överstigande gränsen för laserkl ass 1. V AROITUS. Su ojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaaral lista lasersäteilyä. CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER TH[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxi T able of Content s Copyright. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii T rademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxii TOSHIBA V alue Ad ded Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Utilities and Applicati ons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 Chapter 2 The Grand T our F[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxiii Generating ASCII characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Power indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxiv Appendix A S pecifications Environment al requirement s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1 Appendix B Display Controller Display contro ller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1 Appendix C V .90/V .92 V .90/V .92 mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    User ’s Manual xxv Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Satellite L500/L505/L507/Pro L500/L50 0D/L50 5D/L507D/Pro L500 D series computer . This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability , i ncludes multimedia functio nality , and is designed to provid e years of reliable, high -performance computing. Th[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxvi Preface Chapter 4, Operating Basics , includes tips on care of the computer and on using the touchpad, optical disc drive, Aud io/Video controls, the web camera, the micropho ne, the internal mode m, wireless co mmunication and LAN. Chapter 5, The Keyboard , describes special keyboard function s including the keypad overlay an[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxvii Preface Display Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention. Each type of message is identified a s shown below . T erminology This term is defined in this document as follows: ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text, th e icon's name [...]

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    User ’s Manual xxviii General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety , minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability . Ho wever , certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damag e to the computer . Be certain to read the general precau tions below and to note the cauti[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxix General Precautions T o keep your compute r in prime opera ti ng condition, protect your work area from: ■ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlig ht. ■ Equipment that generate s a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other tha n speak ers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ■ Rapid changes [...]

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    User ’s Manual xxx General Precautions Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mob ile phones can inte rfere with the aud io system. The operation of the computer wil l not be impa ired in any way , but it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use. Instruction Manual [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-1 Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checkli st, and it identifies the computer ’s features, options and accessories. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your comp uter , taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use. Hardware Check to make sure you have al l the following items: ■[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-2 Introduction Sof twar e The following Wi ndows ® operating system and ut ility sof tware are pre-installed. ■ Microsoft ® Windows V ista ® ■ Modem Driver (Can be used only for Modem models) ■ Bluetooth Driver (Can be used only for Bluetooth models) ■ Display Drivers for Windows ■ TOSHIBA V alue Added Package ■ TO[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-3 Introduction If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately . Features This computer incorporates the following fea tures and benefits: Processor Chipset Mobile Intel ® PM45 Express Chipset Mobile Intel ® GM45 Express Chipset Mobile Intel ® GL40 Express Chi pset or AMD M780G chipset AMD M780V chi[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-4 Introduction Vi deo RAM Video RAM depends on the model you purchased. Mobile Intel ® GM45 Express Chipset model/ Mobile Intel ® GL40 Express Chi pset model: Video RAM capacity shares with main memory , and the proportio n depends on Dynamic Video Memory T echnology . Mobile Intel ® PM45 Express Chipset model/ Mobile Intel ®[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-5 Introduction Disks Hard disk dr ive or Solid st ate drive This computer is equipped with the following types of Solid S tate Drive(SSD) and Hard Disk Drive (HDD).The capacity of each disk drive model is different. ■ SSD ■ 64GB ■ 128GB ■ HDD ■ 120GB ■ 160GB ■ 250GB ■ 320GB ■ 400GB ■ 500GB Please note that par[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-6 Introduction Optical disc drive DVD Super Multi drive The drive reads DVD-ROM's at a maximum 8x speed and CD-ROM's at a maximum 24x speed, and writes CD-R's at u p to 24x speed, CD-RW's at up to 24x speed, DVD-RW 's at up to 6x speed, DVD-R's, DVD+R's and DV D+RW's at up to 8x speed, DVD-[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-7 Introduction Keyboard Pointing Device Power Ports Built-in The internal keyboard provides dedicated cursor control overlay keys, and Keys. The keyboard is compatible with the IBM ® enhanced keyboard. Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard , for details. Built-in T ouch Pad The integrated T ouch Pad and control buttons in the palm re[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-8 Introduction Slots Multimedia ExpressCard ™ The internal ExpressCar d slot is a Universal slot. This slot supports ExpressCard/54 an d ExpressCard/34 modules. Bridge media This slot lets you insert an SD ™ /SDHC ™ memory card, miniSD ™ /microSD ™ Card, Memory S tick ® (PRO ™ ) and MultiMediaCard ™ . Refer to Chap[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-9 Introduction Communications Modem Some models are equi pped with the integrated modem. The integrated modem provides capability for data and fax communications that support the V .90 (V .92) standards and includes a modem jack for connection to the telephone line. Please note that b oth the V .90 and V .92 standards are only su[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-10 Introduction Security Software The computer's internal display panel suppo rts high-resolution video graphics and can be set to a wide range of viewing angle s for maximum comfort and readability . S pecial features The following features are either un ique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the co m[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-1 1 Introduction System automatic Sleep/Hibernati on Mode * This feature automatically shuts down the system into either Sleep Mode or Hi bernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time. T his can be specified in the Power Options. Power on p assword T wo levels of password security , supervisor and [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-12 Introduction T OSHIBA V alue Added Package This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre-installed on the computer . Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you can use this feature to allow you to turn off power to the computer without exiting from yo ur software. Data is maintained in the computer's m[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-13 Introduction Utilities and Applications This section describes the pre-installed uti lities that come with the computer and details how to start them. For further information on th eir operation, please refer to each utility's online manu al, help files or README.TXT file. Bluetooth St ack for Wind ows by T oshib a This s[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-14 Introduction TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility This utility has the functi on of Physical Fo rmat and Write-Protect to DVD-RAM. This utility is contained the setup module of TOSHIBA Disc Creator . T o start this utility , click Star t → All Programs → TO SH I B A → CD&DVD Applications → DVD-RAM Utility . Corel DVD MovieFacto[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-15 Introduction Window s Mobility Center This section describes the Windows Mobility Center . Mobility Center is a utility for accessing several mobile PC settings quickly in one window . A default maxi mum of eight tiles are provided by the ope rating system, and the additional two tiles are added to your Mobility Center . ■ L[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-16 Introduction Options Y ou can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and con venient to use. The foll owing options are available: Memory expan sion A 1.024MB, 2.048MB or 4.096MB me mory module (PC2-6400) can easily be installed i n the computer . Battery Pack An additional battery pack can be purchas[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-1 Chapter 2 The Grand T our This chapter identifies the vari ous components of your computer . Become familiar with each component before yo u operate the computer . Front with the display closed The following figure shows the computer ’s front with its display panel in the closed position. Figure 2-1 Front of the computer with[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-2 The Grand T our Lef t side The following figure shows the comp uter's left side. Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer Keep foreign metal objects, such as scr ews, staples and paper clips, out of the Bridge media slot. Foreign metal ob jects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-3 The Grand T our ■ Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cabl e to the LAN jack. It could cause damage or malfunction. ■ Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply . It could cause damage or malfunction. HDMI out port HDMI out port can connect with T ype A connector HDMI cable.One HDMI cable can send video and audio [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-4 The Grand T our Right side The following figure shows the comp uter ’s right side. Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer a b c d e 1. Optical disc drive 2. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port *3. Modem jack 4. DC IN 19V jack 5. Security lock slot * Depending on the model you purch ased. Optical disc dri ve Thi s computer [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-5 The Grand T our Underside The following figure shows the undersi de of the computer . Y ou should ensure that the disp lay is closed befo re the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage. Figure 2-4 The underside of the computer DC IN 19V jack The AC adaptor connects to this jack in order to power the computer and cha[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-6 The Grand T our Battery pack The battery pack provides power to the computer when the AC adapto r is not connected. For more detailed information on the use and operatio n of the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes . Battery safety lo ck Slide this latch into its 'Unlock' position in order[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our Front with the display op en This section shows the computer with the display panel open. In order to open the display , lift the display p anel up an d position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you. Figure 2-5 The front of the T ouch Pad model with the display open 1. Display screen 2. Power button 3. S te[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-8 The Grand T our Display screen Please be a ware that, when the computer is operating on the AC adaptor , the image displayed on the internal screen will be somewhat brighter t han when it operates on battery power . This difference in brightness levels is intended to save power when opera ting on batteries. For more informati o[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-9 The Grand T our Microphone A built-in microphone allows you to import and record sounds for your application - please refe r to the Sound system section in Chapte r 4, Operating Basics for more information. Some models are equipped with a micro phone. Web Ca mera The Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or tak[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-10 The Grand T our Function buttons In addition to the power button, four buttons are provided with some models. Figure 2-6 Front operation panel Available for use: Play/Pause, Previous, Next, Mute. These buttons allow you to manage a udio/video, run applications and access utilities. Refer to the Function button s section in Cha[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-1 1 The Grand T our System indicators The LED system indicators for specif ic computer operations glow when those operations are in progress. Figure 2-7 System indicators DC IN The DC IN indicator norma lly glows green when power is being correctly supplied from the AC power adaptor . However , If the output voltage from the adap[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-12 The Grand T our Keyboard indicators The following figures show the position s of the CAPS LOCK indicator and the NUM LOCK indicator . Figure 2-8 Keypad indicators CAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when lette r keys are locked into their uppercase format. NUM LOCK When the Number Lock indicator lights green, you can use the [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-13 The Grand T our Optical disc drives The computer is configured with a DV D Super Multi drive. A Serial A T A interface controller is used for 12 cm (4.72") and 8cm (3.15") CD/DVD operation. When the computer is acce ssing a CD/DVD, an indicato r on the drive glows. For further information on loading and unl oading di[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-14 The Grand T our DVDs ■ DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R (Dual Layer) and DVD+R (Double Layer) discs can be written o nly once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed. ■ DVD-RW , DVD+RW and DVD-RAM discs can be recorded more than once. DVD Supe r Multi drive The full-size DVD Super Multi drive module al lows you to record data to[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-15 The Grand T our AC adaptor The AC adaptor can automat ically adjust to any voltage rang ing from 90 to 264 volts and to a freque ncy of either 47 o r 63 hertz, enablin g you to use this computer in almost any countr y/region. The adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to this computer . T o rech[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-1 Chapter 3 Getting S t arted This chapter provides basic information to start using your computer . It covers the following topics: ■ Connecting the AC adaptor ■ Opening the display ■ T urning on the power ■ S tarting up for the first time ■ T urning off the power ■ Resta rting the computer ■ System Recovery Option[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-2 Getting S tarted ■ Use an anti-virus software and update it 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 dura[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-3 Getting S tarted Connecting the AC adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to cha rge the battery or you want to operate from AC power . It is also th e 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[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-4 Getting S tarted 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor . Figure 3-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adap tor (2-pin plug) Figure 3-2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adap tor (3-pin plug) 2. Connect the AC adaptor' s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the right side of the computer . Figure 3-3 Connecting[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-5 Getting S tarted Opening the display The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing. While holding down th e 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 ad justed to provide optimu[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-6 Getting S tarted ■ As the display panel cannot be fli pped to180 degrees, p lease be careful not to force it beyond the point where it moves easily . ■ Be careful not to open the display panel too far as this could put stress on the display panel’s hinges and cause damage. ■ Do not press or push on the display panel. ?[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-7 Getting S tarted T u rning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power - the Po wer indicator li ght will then indicate the st atus. Please refer to t he Monitoring of power condition section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes for more information. 1. Open the computer's display panel. 2. Press the com[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-8 Getting S tarted T urni ng 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 Do wn Mode no data will be saved and the computer will boot to the opera ting system's main screen the next time it is turned [...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-9 Getting S tarted Benefits of Hibernation Mode The Hiberna tion Mode feature provi des the following ben efits: ■ Saves data to the hard disk drive when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery condition. ■ Y ou can return to your previous working enviro nment immediately when you turn on the computer .[...]

  • Seite 71

    User ’s Manual 3-10 Getting S tarted Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you are able to tu rn 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 me mory so that when yo u turn on the power again, you can continue working right where you [...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-1 1 Getting S tarted Executing Sleep Mode Y ou can enter Sleep Mode in one of four ways: ■ Click Start then cl ick the power button ( ) located in the powe r management buttons ( ). Please note that this feature must b e enabled within the Power Options (to access it, click Start → Control Panel → System an d Maintenance ?[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-12 Getting S tarted Rest arting the computer Certai n conditions requi re that you reset the computer , for ex ample if: ■ Y ou change certain computer se ttings. ■ 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: ■ [...]

  • Seite 74

    User ’s Manual 3-13 Getting S tarted Creating Optical Reco very Discs This section describes how to create Recovery Discs. A recovery image of the software on your computer i s stored on the hard disk drive, and can be copied to DVD media by using the following steps: 1. Select either blank DVD media. 2. The application will allow you to choos e [...]

  • Seite 75

    User ’s Manual 3-14 Getting S tarted Restoring the pre-in stalled sof tware from the Recovery hard disk drive A portion of the total hard disk dr ive space is configured as a hidden recovery partition. This p artition stores files which can be used to restore pre-installed software in the event of a problem. If you subsequently set up your hard d[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-15 Getting S tarted Restoring the pre-inst alled sof tware from yo ur created Recovery Discs If the pre-installed files are damaged , you are able to either use the Recovery Discs you have created or the hard disk drive recovery proce ss to restore the computer to the state it was in when you originally received it. T o perform t[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-1 Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer an d highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it. Using the T ouch Pad T o u se the T o uch Pad, simply touch and move yo ur fingertip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go. Figure 4-1 T ouch Pad a[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-2 Operating Basics The two butt ons below the T ouch Pad are used lik e the buttons on a standard mouse - press the left butt on to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the po inter , and press the rig ht button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using. Using optica[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics Loading discs T o load CD/DVD's, follow the step s as listed below and refer to figur es 4-2 to 4-4. 1. When the computer's power is on, press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly . Figure 4-2 Pressing the eject button 2. Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully op ened. Figure[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-4 Operating Basics 3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the disc tray . Figure 4-4 Inserting a CD/DVD 4. Press the center of the CD/DVD gently until you feel it click into place on the center spi ndle. The disc shoul d be slightly below the top of the spindle and flush with the spindle base . 5. Press the center of the disc tray [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics Removing discs T o remove a CD/DVD, follow th e steps as listed below . 1. When the computer's power is on, press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly and then gently pull it out of the system until it is fully opened. 2. The CD/DVD media will extend slig htly over the side s of the disc tray in[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-6 Operating Basics How to remove a CD/DVD when the disc tray will not open Pressing the eject button will not open the disc tray when the computer is turned off although, in these circumstances, you can open the tray by inserting a slender obje ct such as a straightened paper clip about 15mm into the eject hole just to the right [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics Y ou can use the DVD Super Multi dr ive to write data to either CD-R, CD- RW , DVD-R, DVD-R (Dual Layer), DVD-R W , DVD+R, DVD+R (Double Layer), DV D+RW , DV D-RAM, or DVD-R (Dual Layer) dis cs. TOSHIBA Disc Creator and Corel DVD MovieFactory are provi ded as writing software with this computer . Corel DVD Movi[...]

  • Seite 84

    User ’s Manual 4-8 Operating Basics CD-R: T AIYO YUDEN CO., Lt d. MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L TD. Hitachi Maxell,Lt d. CD-RW: (Multi-Speed and High-Speed) MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L TD. CD-RW : (Ultra-Speed) MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L TD. DVD-R: DVD Sp ecifications for Rec ordab le Disc for General V e rsion 2.0 T AIYO YUDEN Co.,Lt d. [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics ■ If the disc is poor in quality , or is dirty or damaged, wr i ting or rewriting errors may be noted - ensure that you check a ll discs for dirt or damage before you use them. ■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW , DVD-RW , DVD+RW or DVD- RAM media will be affected by the quality of the disc itself and[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-10 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 writ e only a small amount of data, it might take additional time to fill in the dummy data. ■ When multiple drives that can write data[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics ■ Apply impact or vibration to the computer . ■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including such items as a SD/SDHC memory card, miniSD/m icroSD Card, ExpressCard, Memory S tick/Memory S tick PRO, MultiMediaCard, USB device, external monitor , or an optical dig ital device. ■ Use the audio/vi[...]

  • Seite 88

    User ’s Manual 4-12 Operating Basics ■ Y ou 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. ■ Do not use the 'Disc Backup' fu ncti on of TOSHIBA Disc Creator in order to copy DVD Video or[...]

  • Seite 89

    User ’s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics Data V erification T o verify th at data has been written or rewritten correctl y to a data CD/DVD you should follow the steps below before you begin the write/rewri te process: 1. Select Settings for Each Mode → Dat a Disc in the Setting menu. 2. Display the setting dial og box by one of the following two s[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-14 Operating Basics How to make a DVD-V ideo Method 1: Simplified steps for making a DVD-Video from video data captured from a DV -Camcorder: 1. Click Start → All Programs → DVD MovieFacto ry for TOSHIBA → DVD MovieF actory for T OSHIBA Launcher to la unch DVD MovieFactory . 2. Insert a DVD-RW or DVD+R W disc in Burner . 3.[...]

  • Seite 91

    User ’s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics Important information for use Note the following limitations when you write Video DVD: 1. Editing digital video : ■ Log in with Administrator rights to use DVD MovieFacto ry . ■ Make sure that your computer is ru nning on AC power when using DVD MovieFac tory . ■ Operate the computer at Full Power . Do n[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-16 Operating Basics 3. About S traight to Disc: ■ There is no support to record on DVD-R/+ R disc ■ There is no support to record DVD+VR format by HDV ■ HDV support is l imited to burn DVD-Video only ■ DVD-VR format is not supported to add Menu 4. About recorded DVDs: ■ Some DVD-ROM drives for perso nal computers or oth[...]

  • Seite 93

    User ’s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics ■ Do not lock the computer using the Windows logo () + L keys or the Fn + F1 keys when running the "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER". Display Devices & Audio 1. "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER" will only run when "Colors" is set to "Highest (32 bit)". The "Colors" setting can b[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-18 Operating Basics 2. T ouch the CD/D VD panel on the Front operation p anel. Or select Start → All Programs → T OSHIBA DVD PLA YE R to start "T OSHIBA DVD PLA YER". Operating TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER Notes on Using "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER". 1. Screen display and avail able features may vary a mongst DVD-Videos a[...]

  • Seite 95

    User ’s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics Floppy diskettes 1. S tore your flopp y diskettes in the container the y came in to protect them and keep them clean. If a floppy diske tte becomes dirty , clean it with a soft, lightly dampened cloth - do not use cleaning fluid. 2. Never open the shutter or touch the magnetic surface of your floppy diskette -[...]

  • Seite 96

    User ’s Manual 4-20 Operating Basics Click the Device butto n to display availabl e 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. Y ou may see another control under Applications in Vo l u m e[...]

  • Seite 97

    User ’s Manual 4-21 Operating Basics Sound Ef fects This section explains how to select various sound effects. ■ Environment - simulates reverberation s of sound for familiar environments around us. Y ou can select an existing p reset in the menu. ■ Equalizer - raises or lowers a frequency of sound to simulate a popular genre of music. Y ou c[...]

  • Seite 98

    User ’s Manual 4-22 Operating Basics Figure 4-8 Web Camera 1. Web Cam era LED 2. Web Cam era 3. Microphone ab c ■ Please unstick the protective plastic-film be fore using the Web Camera. ■ Do not point the web came ra directly at the sun. ■ Do not touch or press strongly on the web camera lens. Doing so may reduce image quality . Use an eye[...]

  • Seite 99

    User ’s Manual 4-23 Operating Basics Using TOSHIBA W eb Camera Appli cation TOSHIBA W eb Camera App lication is pre-configured to start when yo u turn on Windows Vista ® ; if you need to restart it go to St a rt → A ll Programs → TOS HI BA → Utilities → W eb Camera Applic ation . Figure 4-9 Using the Software Capture S till Image Click t[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-24 Operating Basics Using TOSHIBA Face Recognition TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verificati on library to verify the face data of users when they log in Windows. The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like, which makes the login process easier . This software is prei nstalled with some models. Disclaimer[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-25 Operating Basics 2. Click the Register face button in the Ma nagement screen. The Registration screen is displayed. 3. Click the Next butto n to start the guide. 4. First, take a picture while moving your neck slightly to the left and right. 5. Now take a picture while moving your neck down an d up. Or click the Back button to[...]

  • Seite 102

    User ’s Manual 4-26 Operating Basics 3. Click the Delete b utton. "Y ou are about to delete the user d ata . 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. ■ Clicking on th e Ye s button will remov[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-27 Operating Basics 7. V erification will be performed. If the authe ntication is successful, the image data taken in step 6 will be faded in and placed over one another . 8. Windows Welcome screen will be displayed, and wil l be logged in automatically to Wind ows. Modem This section describes how to connect and disconnect the i[...]

  • Seite 104

    User ’s Manual 4-28 Operating Basics 1. Click Start → All Programs → TOS HI BA → Networking → Modem Region Select . 2. The Region Selection icon will appear in the Windows T askbar . 3. Click the icon with the p rimary (left) mouse button to d isplay a list of regions that the modem su pports, together with a sub-menu which details teleph[...]

  • Seite 105

    User ’s Manual 4-29 Operating Basics Modem Sele ction If the computer cannot recognize the internal modem, a dialog box is displayed from which you should select the appropriate communications port for your modem to use. Dialing Propertie s Y ou should select this item in order to d isplay the dialing prope rties. Connecting the m odular cable T [...]

  • Seite 106

    User ’s Manual 4-30 Operating Basics 2. Pinch the lever on the pl ug in the computer's modem jack and pull it out from within the computer . Wireless com munications The computer's wireless communicat ion function supp orts both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices. All models are pro vided with Fn ke y functions. Some model s are equippe[...]

  • Seite 107

    User ’s Manual 4-31 Operating Basics Security ■ TOSHIBA strongly recommend that y ou 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. ■ T[...]

  • Seite 108

    User ’s Manual 4-32 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 TM S tack. 2. Multi-us er considerations: ■ On Windows Vista ® , the use of Bluetooth is not supported [...]

  • Seite 109

    User ’s Manual 4-33 Operating Basics LAN The computer has built-in suppo rt for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T) and Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX). This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN. LAN cable types If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE- TX), be sure t[...]

  • Seite 110

    User ’s Manual 4-34 Operating Basics Connecting the LAN cable T o conn ect the LAN cable, foll ow the steps as detailed below: 1. T urn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer . 2. Plug one end of the cable into t he LAN jack. Press gently until yo u hear the latch click into place. Figure 4-1 1 Connect[...]

  • Seite 111

    User ’s Manual 4-35 Operating Basics T o discon nect the LAN cable, follow the steps as det ailed belo w: 1. Pinch the lever on the connector in the computer ’s LAN jack and pull out the connector . 2. Disconnect th e cable from the L AN hub or router in the same manner. Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor before d[...]

  • Seite 112

    User ’s Manual 4-36 Operating Basics Moving the computer While the computer i s designed for ru gged d urability you should exercise a few simple precautions when moving it in order to help ensure trouble-fre e operation. ■ Make sure all disk/disc activity has ended before moving the computer - check that the HDD and other indicato rs on the fr[...]

  • Seite 113

    User ’s Manual 5-1 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 enhance d keyboard functions can be performed on the computer . The number of keys available on your keyboard will depend on which country/region your com[...]

  • Seite 114

    User ’s Manual 5-2 The Keyboard Function keys: F1 … F12 The function keys (not to be confused with the special FN key) are the twelve keys at the top of your key board - these keys function differentl y from other keys. F1 through F12 are called functi on keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed and, when used in combination [...]

  • Seite 115

    User ’s Manual 5-3 The Keyboard Hot keys Hot keys (pressing FN + a function or ESC key) let you enable or disable certain features of the computer . Mute: Pressing FN + ESC turns the volume on and off. Lock: Pressing FN + F1 enters ''Lock computer mode''. T o restore your desktop, you need to log on again . Power Plan : Pressi[...]

  • Seite 116

    User ’s Manual 5-4 The Keyboard Brightness (Up) : Pre ssing FN + F7 increases the computer's displa y panel brightness in individual steps. Wireless: Pressing FN + F8 switches the active wireless devices. T o uch Pad: Pressing FN + F9 enables or disables the T ouch Pad function. Zoom: Pressing FN + Sp ace change s the display resolution. TOS[...]

  • Seite 117

    User ’s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard Windows special keys The keyboard p rovides two keys tha t have special functio ns in Windows: Windows S tart Button activates the Start men u and the other , the application key , has the same function as the secondary mouse button. This key activates the Window s Star t menu. This key has the same function as t h[...]

  • Seite 118

    User ’s Manual 6-1 Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes The computer's power resources incl ude the AC adaptor and internal batteries. This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and ch anging batteries, tips for saving battery power , and po wer-up modes. Pow er condition s The computer&ap[...]

  • Seite 119

    User ’s Manual 6-2 Power and Power-up Modes T able 6-1 Power conditions continued Power indica tors As shown in the below table, the Battery , DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer ’s operating capability and battery charge status. Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of th[...]

  • Seite 120

    User ’s Manual 6-3 Power and Power-up Modes DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine t he power status with the AC adaptor connected - the follow ing indi cator conditions shou ld be noted: Power i ndica tor Check the Power indicator to determine the pow er status of the computer - the following indicator conditions shou ld be noted[...]

  • Seite 121

    User ’s Manual 6-4 Power and Power-up Modes Real T ime Clock battery The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power fo r the internal real time clock and calendar function and also main tains the system configuration while the computer is turned off. If the R TC battery becomes completely discharged, th e system will lose this in formation and [...]

  • Seite 122

    User ’s Manual 6-5 Power and Power-up Modes Care and use of the battery p ack The battery pack is a vita l compon ent of portable computing and, as such, taking proper care of it will help ensure a longer operating time on battery power as well as deli ver a longer life for you r battery pack. The instructions detailed in this section will help t[...]

  • Seite 123

    User ’s Manual 6-6 Power and Power-up Modes Tim e The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a discharged battery . Battery charging notice The battery may not begin charging immedia tely under the following conditions: ■ The battery is extremely hot or cold (if the battery is extremely hot, it might not charge at a[...]

  • Seite 124

    User ’s Manual 6-7 Power and Power-up Modes Repeat these steps two or three time s until the battery recovers no rmal capacity . Monitoring battery ca pacity Remaining battery power can be monitored using the following methods. ■ Clicking the battery icon on the task bar ■ Via the Battery S tatus in the Windows Mobility Center window Maximizi[...]

  • Seite 125

    User ’s Manual 6-8 Power and Power-up Modes Ret aining data with power off When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries retain data for the following approximate time periods. Retention Time Extending battery life T o maximize the life of your battery packs: ■ At least once a mo nth, disconnect the computer from a[...]

  • Seite 126

    User ’s Manual 6-9 Power and Power-up Modes Replacing the battery p ack 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 wi ll need to be replaced when it reaches the end of its operati ng life. In ad dition to this[...]

  • Seite 127

    User ’s Manual 6-10 Power and Power-up Modes 6. Slide and hold the battery release latch (1 ) to disengage the battery pack and then remove it from the computer (2). Figure 6-2 Releasing the battery pack (2) T o install a battery , follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Insert the battery pack as far as it will go into the computer (1). 2. Ensure[...]

  • Seite 128

    User ’s Manual 6-1 1 Power and Power-up Modes T OSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility allows you to maintain an additional level of security and provides two level s of password security: User and Supervisor . User Password T o start the utility , point to or click the following items: Launch TOSHIBA Assist J SECURE J Us[...]

  • Seite 129

    User ’s Manual 6-12 Power and Power-up Modes St ar ting t he comp uter by password If you have already registered a password, there is a way to start the computer: ■ Enter the password manually . T o enter a password manually , follow these steps: 1. T urn on the power as described in Chapter 3, Getting S tarted. The following message wil l app[...]

  • Seite 130

    User ’s Manual 6-13 Power and Power-up Modes Power-up modes The computer has three power-up modes: ■ Hibernation (saves data in memory to the hard disk) ■ Sleep (power remains on, maintaining the data in memory , but the CPU and all other devices effectively enter a 'sleep' mode) ■ Boot (does not save data in memory) Window s util[...]

  • Seite 131

    User ’s Manual 7-1 Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords This chapter explains how to us e TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and how to set passwords. HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup allows y ou to configure setti ngs for General, Password, Display , Boot Prio rity , Keyboard, USB, LAN. Accessing HW Set up Click on Start → All Programs ?[...]

  • Seite 132

    User ’s Manual 7-2 HW Setup and Passwords This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons: Setup This field displays BIOS V ersion and date. Password User Password This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on. T o enter a user password: 1. Select Registered to display the following prompt: Enter Password: E[...]

  • Seite 133

    User ’s Manual 7-3 HW Setup and Passwords If they do not match, the follow ing message appe ars. Y ou must repea t step 1. Incorrect Password!!! 4. Follow the same procedures d escribed in the earlier sectio n, How to set the password , to set a new user password. Display This tab allows you to customize your comp uter ’s display settings for e[...]

  • Seite 134

    User ’s Manual 7-4 HW Setup and Passwords LAN Wake-up o n LAN This featu re lets the comput er ’s power be tu rned on from shutdo wn when it receives awake-up packet ( Magic packet ) from the LAN. Regarding Wake-up on LAN from sleep or hibernation, you must check the "Allow the device to wake the computer" check box within the LAN Dev[...]

  • Seite 135

    User ’s Manual 8-1 Chapter 8 Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer's capabilities and its versatility . This chapter describes the connection or installation of the following devices: Cards/memory ■ ExpressCard ■ Bridge medi a slot ■ Secure Digital (SD) Card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card, miniSD Card, microSD Ca[...]

  • Seite 136

    User ’s Manual 8-2 Optional Devices Other ■ Security lock ExpressCard The computer is equi pped with a sin g le ExpressCard slot into w hich any ExpressCard device that meets industry standards, ei ther manufactured b y TOSHIBA or another vendor , can be in stalled. The slot supports hot pl ug connection and utilizes the PCI Expre ss interface [...]

  • Seite 137

    User ’s Manual 8-3 Optional Devices 6. After inserting the ExpressCard you sho uld refer to its documentation and also check the configu ration in Wi ndows in o rder to ensure that it is correct. Removing an ExpressCard T o remove an ExpressCa rd, follow the steps as detailed below . 1. Open the Safely Remove Ha rdware icon on the Windows T ask B[...]

  • Seite 138

    User ’s Manual 8-4 Optional Devices Bridge media slot The computer is equipp ed with a Bri dge medi a slot that can accommodate some kinds of memory media with vari ous memory capacities so that you can easily transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants. Figure 8-3 Examples of memory media ■ Keep foreign [...]

  • Seite 139

    User ’s Manual 8-5 Optional Devices Memory media This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media. Points to note about the SD/SDHC memory card SD/SDHC memory cards compl y with SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music. Fo[...]

  • Seite 140

    User ’s Manual 8-6 Optional Devices Additional memory module Y ou can install additional memory into the computer in order to incre ase the amount of system memory that is avai lable. This section describes how to install and remove optional memory modules. Point to note abou t memory mo dule error If you install a memory module that is not compa[...]

  • Seite 141

    User ’s Manual 8-7 Optional Devices Inst alling a memory m odule The computer contains slots for two memory modules, one positioned immediately over the other - the proc edures are the same for installing either modul e. 1. Shut down the comp uter - make sure the Pow er indicator is off (refer to the T urning off the power section in Chapter 3, G[...]

  • Seite 142

    User ’s Manual 8-8 Optional Devices 5. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one scre w . Figure 8-5 Seating the memory module cover 6. Install the battery pa ck - refer to Replacing th e battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes , if required. 7. T urn your computer ov er . 8. Turn the computer on and make su[...]

  • Seite 143

    User ’s Manual 8-9 Optional Devices Removing a m emory module T o remove th e memory module, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Set the computer to Boot Mode and turn its power of f - make sure the Power indicator is of f (refer to the T urning off the power section in Chapter 3, Getting S tarted if required). 2. Remove the AC ad aptor and al[...]

  • Seite 144

    User ’s Manual 8-10 Optional Devices USB floppy diskette drive The USB floppy diskette drive accommod ates e ither a 1.44MB or 720KB a 3 2/1" floppy diskette and connects to one of the computer's USB ports. Figure 8-6 USB floppy diskette drive The USB floppy diskette drive is available only as an option. USB connector Insert this connec[...]

  • Seite 145

    User ’s Manual 8-1 1 Optional Devices Using the USB floppy diskette drive The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1.44MB or 720KB floppy diskette and connects to one of the computer's USB ports. Connecting the USB floppy diskette drive T o conn ect the drive, plug the floppy diskette drive's USB connector into one of the com[...]

  • Seite 146

    User ’s Manual 8-12 Optional Devices Disconnecting the USB floppy diskette drive When you have finished using the USB floppy diskette drive, you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it: 1. W ait for the Disk-In-Use Indicator light to go out to make sure all floppy diskette activity has stopped. 2. Click the Safely Re move Hardwa[...]

  • Seite 147

    User ’s Manual 8-13 Optional Devices Disconnecting an eS A T A device When you have finished using an eSA T A device, you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it: 1. W ait fo r the indica tor light of an eSA T A device to go out to make sure all activity has stopped. 2. Click the Safely Remove Hardwar e icon on the Windows T ask[...]

  • Seite 148

    User ’s Manual 8-14 Optional Devices Figure 8-9 Connecting the monitor ca ble to the external monitor port 3. T urn the external monitor ’s power on. 4. T urn the computer's powe r on. When you turn on the power , th e computer will automatically recog nize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device . In the event[...]

  • Seite 149

    User ’s Manual 8-15 Optional Devices HDMI The Video data on your computer can be viewed on a TV set. T o do so, connect your computer ’s HDMI out port to the TV using the HDMI out cable. Y ou can use the hotk eys FN + F5 to change th e display device. Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard . Connecting the H DMI out port 1. Plug one end of the HDMI c[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-16 Optional Devices Settings for Audio on HDMI T o set the audio de vice to use the HDMI, follow the steps below . 1. Click S tart. 2. Click Control Panel. 3. Click Hardware and Sound. 4. Click Sound. 5. Click Playback tab. 6. Click HDMI Device. 7. Click the Set Default button. T o set the audio de vice to use internal speaker , [...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-17 Optional Devices 1280 by 720, T rue Colo r (32bit), 60Herts 720p 720 by 576, True Color (32bit), 50Herts 576p 720 by 480, True Color (32bit), 60Herts 480p Display mode at "List All Modes" HD Format The above display mode is a typical HDMI displa y mode. The selectable display modes will vary fo r different HDMI monit[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-18 Optional Devices Security lock A security locks enable you to anchor your computer to a desk or other heavy object in order to help prevent unauthorized removal or theft. The computer has a security lock slot on i ts right side into which you can attach one end of the security cable, while the othe r end attaches to a desk or [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-1 Chapter 9 T roubleshooting TOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability , however , should problems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed in this chapter to help determi ne the cause. All users should become familiar with this chapter as knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems fr om occurring in [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-2 T roubleshooting Preliminary c hecklist Y ou should alwa ys consider the simplest solution first - the items de tailed in this checklist are easy to fix and yet may cause what appears to be a serious problem : ■ Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer - this i ncludes your printer and any [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-3 T roubleshooting Record your observations so you can describe them in detail to your reseller , dealer or service provider . Hardware and system checklist This section discusses problems ca used by your computer ’s hardware or attached peripherals. Basic problems may oc cur in the following areas: System start- up When the co[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-4 T roubleshooting Self test While booting up the computer , self te st is exe cuted aut omatically a nd the following will be displaye d: This message remains on the screen for a few seconds. If the self test is successful, the com puter tries to load t he operating system according to how the Boot Priority option is set within [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-5 T roubleshooting Overheating power down If the processor's temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting, the computer will auto matically shut down to prevent any damage - in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost. AC power If you have trouble turning on the comp u ter with the AC adapt[...]

  • Seite 158

    User ’s Manual 9-6 T roubleshooting Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery , you shoul d check the status of the DC IN in dicator as well as the Battery indicator . 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 p[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-7 T roubleshooting Real Time Clock Password Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by the setup and conf iguratio n of the computer - please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard for further information. Problem Pro cedure The following message is displayed on the LCD: RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent. Press [F2] [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-8 T roubleshooting Internal display p anel Apparent display panel problems may b e related to the computer's setup and configuration - please refer to Chapter 7, H W Setup and Passwords , for further information. Problem Pro cedure No display Press the FN + F5 hot keys to adjust the display priority , and to make sure it is [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-9 T roubleshooting Solid S tate Drive Hard disk drive Problem Pro cedure Computer does not boot from hard disk drive Check to see whether that is a floppy diskette in the floppy diskette drive or a CD-ROM/DVDROM in the optical disc drive - if so remove it and try to start the computer again. If this has no effect, check the Boot [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-10 T roubleshooting DVD Supe r Multi drive For further information, please refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Problem Pro cedure Y ou cannot access a CD/DVD in the drive Make sure the drive's disc tray is securely closed - press it gently into the computer until it clicks into place. Open the drive's disc tr ay and [...]

  • Seite 163

    User ’s Manual 9-1 1 T roubleshooting USB floppy diskette drive The USB floppy diskette d rive is available o nly as an option. For further information, please refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Problem Pro cedure Drive does not operate Check the connec tion between the computer and the drive to ensure tha t it is properly attached. Some prog[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-12 T roubleshooting ExpressCard For further information, please refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . SD/SDHC memory card, mi niSD/microSD Card For further information, please refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . Problem Pro cedure ExpressCard error occurs Remove the ExpressC ard from the computer and then re-insert it in orde[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-13 T roubleshooting Memory S tick/Memory S tick PRO For further information, please refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . MultiMediaC ard For further information, please refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse, you should also refer to both the USB device section in this chapter , and [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-14 T roubleshooting T ouch Pad Problem Procedure On-screen pointer does not respond to pointing device operation In this inst ance the system might be busy - T ry moving the mouse again after waiting a short while. Check to make sure that the touch pad button above is not disabled. Press it so that the light indicator actives on [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-15 T roubleshooting USB mouse Problem Procedure On-screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation In this instance the system might be busy . Try moving the mouse again after waiting a short while. Check to make sure the touch pad isn't enabled. Remove the mouse from the comp uter and then reconnect it to a free USB port[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-16 T roubleshooting USB device In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with yo ur USB device. eSA T A device In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with your eSA T A device . Problem Pro cedure USB device does not wo[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-17 T roubleshooting Additional mem ory module Please also refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices , for further information on installing and removing memory modul es. Sound system In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with your a udio device. Problem Procedure If there is a[...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-18 T roubleshooting V olume control External monitor Please also refe r to Chapter 8, Optional Devices , and to the documentation supplied with yo ur monito r for further information. Check within the Win dows Device Manager application to ensure the sound func tion is enabled. If you are still unable to resolve the proble m, con[...]

  • Seite 171

    User ’s Manual 9-19 T roubleshooting Modem No display T ry adjusting the contrast and br ightness controls on the external monitor . Press the FN + F5 hot key in order to change the display priority and ensure th at it is not set for the internal display panel only . Check to see if the external monitor is connected. When the external monitor is [...]

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    User ’s Manual 9-20 T roubleshooting LAN Y ou place a call, but a connection can’t be made Make sure that the settings are correct within your communication application. After making a call you can’t hear a ring Ensure that the communication application's tone or pulse dialling selection feature is set correctly . Communication is cut of[...]

  • Seite 173

    User ’s Manual 9-21 T roubleshooting Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not re store LAN access, consult your LAN administrator . For more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Bluetooth For further information on Bluetooth wire less communication, please refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . HDMI[...]

  • Seite 174

    User ’s Manual 9-22 T roubleshooting T OSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your compu ter or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to cont act TOSHIBA for additional techni cal assistance. Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system so it is import a[...]

  • Seite 175

    User ’s Manual 9-23 T roubleshooting Where t o writ e If you are still unable to solve the prob lem and suspect that it is hardware related, write to TOSHIBA at the nearest location listed below: Outside of Europe In Europe Australia TOSHIBA Australia Pty . Ltd. Information Systems Division 84-92 T alave ra Road North Ryde N.S.W . 21 13 Sydney Ge[...]

  • Seite 176

    User ’s Manual 10-1 Chapter 10 Disclaimers This chapter slates the Disclaime r(s) information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. CPU Central Processing Unit ("CP U") Performance Disclaimer. CPU performance in your co mputer pr oduct may vary from specifi cations under the following conditi ons: ■ use of certain external peripheral produ[...]

  • Seite 177

    User ’s Manual 10-2 Disclaimers Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically shut- down. This is a normal protective feat ure designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions. T o avoid risk of lost data, always make back-up copies of data by periodically storing it on an[...]

  • Seite 178

    User ’s Manual 10-3 Disclaimers HDD drive cap aci ty One Gigabyte (GB) means 10 9 = 1,000,0 00,000 bytes using powers of 10. The computer operating system, howe ver , reports storage cap acity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB = 2 30 = 1,073,741,824 bytes, and therefore shows less storage capacity . Available storage capacity will also[...]

  • Seite 179

    User ’s Manual 10-4 Disclaimers External HDD Capacity One Gigabyte (GB) means 10 9 =1,000,000,000 byte s using powers of 10. A computer operating system, howeve r , reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the de finition of 1GB=2 30 =1,073,741,824 bytes, and therefore shows less storage capacity . Available storage capacity will also be le[...]

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    User ’s Manual Appendixes-1 Appendixes T able of Content s Appendix A S pecifications................... ...................... ....................... ................ A-1 Appendix B Display Controller ............ .................... ...................... ................... B-1 Appendix C V .90/V .92 ........ ....................... ........[...]

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    User ’s Manual A-1 Appendix A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the computer ’s technical specifications. Environme nt al require ment s Power Requirement s Operating Non-oper ating Ambient temperature 5°C to 35°C -20°C to 60°C Relative humidity 20% to 80% 10% to 90% Altitude (from sea level) 0 to 3,000 meters 0 to 10,000 meters AC a[...]

  • Seite 182

    User ’s Manual A-2 Built-in Mod em The ability of th is feature is d epending on th e model you pu rchased. Network control unit (NCU) T ype of NCU AA T ype of line T elep hone line (analog only) T ype of dialing Pulse To n e Control command A T commands EIA-578 commands Monitor function Computer’s speaker Communication specification s Communic[...]

  • Seite 183

    User ’s Manual B-1 Appendix B Display Controller Display controller The display controller in terprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular pixels on or off. The controller is an advanced Video Graphics Array (VGA) that provides Super VGA (SVGA) and Extended Graphics Array (XGA) support for the internal LCD and external m[...]

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    User ’s Manual C-1 Appendix C V .90/V .92 The TOSHIBA internal modem uses V .90 technology . The modem is capable of downstream speeds of 56Kbps (kilobits per second) when connected to an Internet service provi der that su pports V .90/V .92 . As with any modem, the actual throughput (speed of data transfer) depends on analog telephone line co nd[...]

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    User ’s Manual C-2 T able Result codes for a V .90 connection *EC stands for the Error Control me thod, which appears only when the extended result codes configuration op tion is enabled . EC is replaced by one of the following symbols, depending on the error control method used. No. Result code Description 70 CONNECT 32000 EC* Connection at 3200[...]

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    User ’s Manual C-3 A T Command -V90=* V .90 Dial Line Rate -V90 sets the maximum V .90 downstream that the modem attempts to connect -V90=0 V .90 disa bled -V90=1 V .90 enabled: automati c speed selection - maximum modem speed(default)[...]

  • Seite 187

    User ’s Manual D-1 Appendix D Wireless LAN This appendix is intended to hel p you get your Wireless LAN network up and running, with a mi nimum of parameters. Card S pecifications Form Factor Mini Card Compati bility ■ IEEE 802.1 1 S tandard for Wireless LANS ■ Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance. The ‘Wi-Fi CERTIFIED?[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-2 Radio Characteristics Radio Characteristics of Wireless LAN Cards may vary according to: ■ Country/region where the product was purcha sed ■ T ype of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations. Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been design ed for operation in the license[...]

  • Seite 189

    User ’s Manual D-3 T able Wireless IEEE 802.1 1 Channels Sets (Revision B and G) When installing Wireless LAN card s, the channel configuration is managed as follows: ■ For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN infrastructure, the Wireless LAN card will automatically start operation at the channel identified by the Wireless LAN Ac ces[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-4 T able Wireless IEEE 802.1 1 Channels Sets (Revision A) Frequency Range Channel ID 5150-5850 MHz Note 36 5180 40 5200 44 5220 48 5240 52 5260 56 5280 60 5300 64 5320 100 5500 *3 104 5520 *3 108 5540 *3 11 2 5560 *3 11 6 5580 *3 120 5600 *3 124 5620 *3 128 5640 *3 132 5660 *3 136 5680 *3 140 5700 *3 149 5745 *3 US only *4 153 57[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-5 *1 Factory-set defaul t channels *2 Refer to the sheet Approved Countries/Regi ons for use for the countries/regions that in which these channels can be used. *3 These channels are ava ilable to A/B/G/N combo type only . *4 Available Area: US (USA, CANADA) only .[...]

  • Seite 192

    User ’s Manual E-1 Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors The AC input plug of power cord must be compatible with various international AC power outlets. Power cords need to meet the local standards and the specifications liste d as below: Length: Minimum 1.7 meters Wire size: Mi nimum 0.75 mm 2 Current rating: Minimum 2.5 amperes V olt age rati[...]

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    User ’s Manual E-2 Certification agencies In Europe, two conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F or H03VVH2-F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VV -F . For the United S tates and Canada, two pin plug configuration must be a 2-15P (250V) or 1-15P (125V) and three p in plug configuration must be 6-15P (250V) or 5-15[...]

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    User ’s Manual E-3 USA Australia Europe United Kingdom Canada China[...]

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    User ’s Manual F-1 Appendix F T OSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA Health Monitor soft ware program monitors computer system functions such as power consumpt ion, the cooling system and HDD Drop sensor . It alerts users of specific system conditi ons via pop-up messag es. It also tracks the usages of the comput er and related devi ces, logging [...]

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    User ’s Manual F-2 The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify TOSHIBA's obligations under its st andard li mited warranty in any way . TOSHIBA's st anda rd limited warranty terms and limitations apply . Visit http://www .warranty .toshiba.com for details. St arting the T OSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Heal[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-1 Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topi cs 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 S tandard Code for Information Interchange BIOS: basic input/o [...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-2 Glossary GPS: Global Positi oning System HD+: High Definition Plus IDE: integrated drive el ectronics IEEE: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O: input/output IrDA: Infrared Data Association IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LAN: local area network LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-3 Glossary alphanumeric: Keyboard characte rs including letters, numbers and other symbols, such as punctuation ma rks or mathematica l symbols. alternating current (AC): Electric current that reve rses its directi on of flow at regular intervals. analog signal: A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequen[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-4 Glossary buffer: The portion of the computer ’s me mo ry where data is temporarily stored. Buffers often compe nsate for differences in the rate of flow from one device to another . bus: An interface for transmission of signals, data or electric power . byte: The repr esentation of a single char acter . A sequence of [...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-5 Glossary comp atibility: 1) The ability of one compu ter to accept and process d ata in the same manner as another comp uter without modifying th e data or the media upon which it is b ein g transferred. 2) the ability of one device to connect to or comm unicate with another system or component. components: Element s or[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-6 Glossary device drive r: A program (called a "driver") that pe rmits a computer to communicate with a device. dialog bo x: A window that accepts user in put to make system settings or record other info rmation. disable: T o turn a computer optio n off. See also enable. Digital Audio: An audio compression stand[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-7 Glossary E echo: T o send back a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device. Y ou 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 peri pheral device) an d then transmits the data to printer , th e printer[...]

  • Seite 204

    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-8 Glossary graphics: Drawings, pictures, or other images, such as cha rts or graphs, to present information. H hard disk: A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can be magnetically coded with data. Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are used fo r long-term storage of programs a[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-9 Glossary IrDA 1.1: An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps. K K: T aken from the Greek word kilo, m eaning 1000; o ften used as equivalent to 1024, or 2 raised to the 10 th power . See a lso byte and kilobyte . keyboard: An input device containing switch es tha[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossary-10 Glossary microprocessor: A hardware componen t contained in a single integrated circuit that carries out instructions. Also called the central processing unit (CPU), one of the main parts of the computer . mode: A method of operation, for exam ple , the Shut Down Mode, Sleep Mode or the Hiberna tion Mode. modem: Derived[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossary-1 1 Glossary output: The results of a computer operat ion. Output commonly i ndicates data 1) printed on paper , 2) displayed at a terminal, 3) sent through the serial port of internal modem, or 4) stored on some magnetic media. P PA L : P AL (Phase Alternating Line) is the dominant video and broadcasting standard in Europ[...]

  • Seite 208

    User ’s Manual Glossary-12 Glossary R Radio frequency interference (RFI ) shield: A metal shield enclosing the printed circuit boa rds of the printer or computer to preven t radio and TV interference. All computer equ ipment generates radio frequency signals. The FCC regulates th e amount of signals a computing device can allow past it s shieldin[...]

  • Seite 209

    User ’s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary soft key: Key combinations that emulate keys on the IBM keyboard, change some con figuration options, stop program execution, and access the nume ric keypad overlay . software: The set of programs, procedures and related documentation associated with a computer system. S p ecifically refers to computer programs[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossary-14 Glossary Wi-F i ® : A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Allianc e that stands for Wireless Fidelity , and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. window: A porti on of the screen that can display its own application, document or dialo[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-1 Index A AC adaptor, 1-7 additional, 1-16 connecting, 3-3 DC IN 19V jack, 2-5 ASCII characters, 5-5 B Battery charging, 6-5 extending ba ttery life, 6-8 indicator, 2-11, 6- 2 Monitoring capacity, 6-7 real time clock, 1-7, 6-4 save mode, 1-11 types, 6-3 Battery Charger, 8-9 Battery pack, 1-7, 2-6 additional, 8-9 replacing, 6-[...]

  • Seite 212

    User ’s Manual Index-2 FN + F8 (Wireless), 5-4 FN + F9 (Touch Pad), 5-4 FN + spac e (Zoom), 5-4 Function buttons, 4-6 Function keys, 5-2 H Hard disk drive automatic power off, 1-10 HDMI, 8-15 Heat dispersal, 1-11 Hibernation Mo de, 1-11 Hot keys, 1-10 Brightness (Down), 5-3 Brightness (Up), 5-4 Hibernate, 5-3 Lock, 5-3 Mute, 5-3 Output, 5-3 Power[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-3 Hibernation Mode, 3-8 indicator, 6-3 panel power on/off, 6- 13 Shut Down mo de (Boot M ode), 3-8 Sleep Mode, 3-10 system auto off, 6-13 turning off, 3 -8 turning on, 3 -7 Problems AC power, 9-5 Analyzing the problem, 9- 2 Battery, 9-6 Bluetooth, 9-21 ExpressCard, 9-12 External monitor, 9-18 Hard disk drive, 9-9 Hardware and[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-4 V Video RAM, 1-4 W Web Camera, 1-8 Wireless communication, 4-30 indicator, 4-32 Wireless LAN, 1-9, 4-30 problems, 9-21[...]