Toshiba TECRA R10 Bedienungsanleitung

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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 TECRA R10 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 TECRA R10 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 TECRA R10 zu überspringen, wie es bei der Papierform passiert.

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    User ’ s Manual TECRA R10[...]

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

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    User ’s Manual iii TECRA R10 Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Front with t he display open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 8 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 1 Op[...]

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    User ’s Manual iv TECRA R10 System automatic Sleep/Hib ernation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18 Chapter 7 HW Setup Accessing HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 HW Setup window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Chapter 8 T r[...]

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    User ’s Manual v TECRA R10 USB Sleep and Charge *9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-4 Copy Protection*10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-4 Glossary Index[...]

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    User ’s Manual vi TECRA R10 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 liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. TOSHIBA TECRA R10 Portable Personal Comput[...]

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    User ’s Manual vii TECRA R10 FCC information FCC notice "Declaration of Conformity 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 residenti[...]

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    User ’s Manual viii TECRA R10 EU Conformity S t atement This product and - if applicable - t he supplied accessories too are marke d with "CE" and comply therefore wit h th e applicable harmonized Europe an standards listed under the Low V o ltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and/or R&TT E Directive 1999/5/EC.[...]

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    User ’s Manual ix TECRA R10 Following information is only valid for EU-mem ber S t ates: Disposal of product s Disposal of batteries a nd/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 wi[...]

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    User ’s Manual x TECRA R10 Disposing of the computer and the computer's batteries ■ 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 eir ability to h[...]

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    User ’s Manual xi TECRA R10 Optical disc drive safety instructions Panasonic Commu nications DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording UJ862 Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this secti on. ■ The DVD Super Multi drive model employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this pro duct, please read this instruction [...]

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    User ’s Manual xii TECRA R10 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 “AUTH[...]

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    User ’s Manual xiii TECRA R10 OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråini ng överstigande gränsen för laserkl ass 1. V AROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaarallist a lasersäteilyä. CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDUR[...]

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    User ’s Manual xiv Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TECRA R10 computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability , includes multimedia functionality , and is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performan ce computing. This manual tel ls how to set up and begin using your TECRA R 10 computer . [...]

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    User ’s Manual xv TECRA R10 Icons Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer . The indicator pane l also uses icon s to identify the comp onent s it is providin g informatio n on. Keys The keyboard keys are used in th e te xt to describe many computer operations. A distincti ve typeface ident ifies the key top symbols as they a[...]

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    User ’s Manual xvi TECRA R10 T erminology This term is defined in this document as follows: Star t The word " Sta rt " refers to the " " button in Windows 7. HDD or Hard disk drive Some models are equipped with a "Solid S tate Drive (SSD)" instead of a hard disk drive. In this manual, the word "HDD" or &quo[...]

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    User ’s Manual xvii General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety , minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability . Ho we ver , 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 cautio[...]

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    User ’s Manual xviii TECRA R10 Creating a computer-friendly environm ent Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any ot her items yo u are us ing, such as a printer . Leave enough space around the comput er and o ther equipment to provide adequate venti lation. Other wise, they may overheat. T o keep your co[...]

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    User ’s Manual xix TECRA R10 Pressure or imp act damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the com puter or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer's compone nts or otherwise cause it to malfuncti on. Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mob ile phones can inte rfere with the aud io system. The operation [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-1 Chapter 1 Getting S t arted This chapter provides an equ ipment checklist, and basic informa tion to start using your computer . 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: ■ TECRA R10 P[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-2 Getting S tarted Sof tware The following Wi ndows ® operating system and uti lity sof tware are pre- installed. ■ Windows 7 ■ TOSHIBA V alue Added Package ■ Recovery Media Creator ■ TOSHIBA DVD Player ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility ■ TOSHIBA Assist ■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree™ ■ TOS[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-3 Getting S tarted Getting St arted This section 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 comput er ■ System Recovery[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-4 Getting S tarted Connecting the A C 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 po wer sour[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-5 Getting S tarted 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor . Figure 1-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adap tor (2-pin plug) Figure 1-2 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 15V jack on the right side of the computer . Figure 1-3 Connecting th[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-6 Getting S tarted Opening the disp lay 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 b ody of the computer is not raised, slowly lift the display panel - this will allow the angle of the d isplay panel to be adjusted to provide opti [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-7 Getting S tarted T urning 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 Powe r-Up Modes fo r more information. 1. Open the display panel. 2. Press and hold the computer's pow[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-8 Getting S tarted 3. Click Start . 4. Click the Shut down button ( ). 5. T urn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer . Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, yo u are able to tu rn off the power without exiting from your software by placing the computer in to Sleep Mode. In this mode data is maintained in[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-9 Getting S tarted Benefits of Sleep Mode The Sleep Mode feature provide s the following benefits: ■ Restores the previous workin g environment more ra pidly than does the Hibernation Mode feature. ■ Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the S[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-10 Getting S tarted Sleep Mode limitations Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions: ■ Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down. ■ Memory circuits are exposed to st atic electricity or electrical noise. Hibernation Mode The Hibern ation Mode f eature save s the conten ts of m emory to the har[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-1 1 Getting S tarted Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to ent er Hibernation Mode auto matically when you press the power button or clos e the lid. In order to define these settings, you can follow the steps as described below: 1. Click Start and click th e Control Panel . 2. Click System and Security and [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-12 Getting S tarted System Recovery Opti ons There is a hidden partition allocated on the hard disk drive for the System Recovery Options. This partition stores files which can be used to repair the syst em in the event of a problem. System Recovery O ptions The System Recovery Options feature is installed on the hard di sk when [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-13 Getting S tarted System Recovery This section describes the creation of Recovery Media an d their use. Creating Recovery Media This section describes how to crea te Recovery Media. A recovery image of the software on your computer i s stored on the hard disk drive, and can be copied to eit her DVD or USB Flash Memory by using [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-14 Getting S tarted 6. 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. Ma ke sure you have a sufficient number of discs or suf ficient capacity of USB Flash Memory before you procee d with the [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-15 Getting S tarted Restoring the pre-inst alled sof tware from your crea ted 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. T o perform th[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-1 Chapter 2 The Grand T our This chapter identifies the various co mponen ts of the computer - it is recommended that you beco me famili ar with each before you operate the computer . Front with the display closed The following fig ure shows the computer ’ s front with its display panel in th e closed position. Figure 2-1 Front[...]

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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 System indicators These LED indicato rs allow you to monitor the status of various com puter functions and are described in more detail within the System indicators section. SD Card slot This slot can acc[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-3 The Grand T our 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 . eSA T A/USB combo port One eSA T A/USB combo port, which complies to the USB 2.0 standard, is provided on the left hand side of the computer . The ports wi[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-4 The Grand T our Right side The following figure shows the computer ’ s right side. Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port Optical disc dr ive Smart Card slot Wireless communication switch DC IN 15V jack LAN jack LAN active indicator (orange) Link indicator (green) ExpressCard slot DC IN [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-5 The Grand T our Keep foreign metal objects, such as scr ews, staples and paper clips, out of the ExpressCard slot. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury . Wireless communication switch Slide this switch to the le ft to turn off Wireless LAN, Bluet[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-6 The Grand T our Back The following figure shows the comp uter ’s back. Figure 2-4 The back of the computer Underside The following figure shows the undersi de of the computer . Y ou shou ld ensure that the disp lay is closed befo re the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage. Figure 2-5 The underside of the compu[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our Notches Notches on the computer engage hooks on the TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator to ensure a secure connection. Docking port This port enables connection of an optio nal TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator or a Slice Expansion Battery described in Chapter 3, Hardware, Utiliti es and Options . ■ Only the T OSHIB[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-8 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 panel up and position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you. Figure 2-6 The front of the computer with th e display panel open Display screen T ouch Pad control buttons TO[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-9 The Grand T our Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with you r computer . Y ou can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenge r . TOSHIBA Web Camera Application will help you to add various video effects to your video [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-10 The Grand T our TOSHIBA Presentation button The TOSHIBA Presentation button has the same functionality as the Co nnect display button in the Mobility Center . Fingerprint Sensor This sensor enabl es you to e nroll and recogn ize a fingerprint. For detailed information on Fingerprint Sensor , refer to Chapte r 4, Using the Fing[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-1 1 The Grand T our Indic ators This section explains indicator functions. System indicators The LED system indicators for specific computer operations glow when those operations are in progress. Figure 2-7 System indicators DC IN The DC IN indicator normal ly glows green when power is being corre ctly supplied from the AC power [...]

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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 keypad overlay indicators which show the following conditions: ■ When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows, the keyboard will produce capitals when any letter is typed. ■ When the Arrow Mod e indicator gl ows, the keyp[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-13 The Grand T our Figure 2-9 Keypad overla y indicators Optical disc drives The computer is installed with a DVD Super Multi d rive. A Serial A T A interface controller is used for CD/DVD-ROM o peration. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows. For information on loadin g and unloading discs refe[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-14 The Grand T our W rit able disc s This section describes the types of writ able CD/DVD discs. Check the specifications of your d rive to see the types of discs it can write. Use TOSHIBA Disc Creator to write compact discs. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . CDs ■ CD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data can[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-15 The Grand T our DVD Super Multi drive Doub le Layer The full-size DVD Super Multi drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run ei ther 12 cm (4.72") or 8cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor . AC adaptor The AC adaptor can automa tically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 240 vo[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-16 The Grand T our Figure 2-1 1 The AC adaptor (3-pin plug) ■ Depending on the model in questio n, either a 2-pin or 3-pin adaptor/power lead will be bund led with the computer. ■ Do not use a 3-pin to 2-pin conversion plug. ■ The supplied power co rd conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region the p roduct is bo[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-1 Chapter 3 Hardware, Utilities and Options Hardware This section describes the hardware of your computer . The actual specifications ma y vary depending on the model you purchased. Processor CPU Y our co mputer is equipped with one processor and processor type varies depending on model. T o check which type of processor is inclu[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-2 Hardware, Utilities and Options Memory Power Memory slots 1,024 or 2,048MB memory modules can be installed in the computer's two memory slots for a maximum of 4,096MB system memory . This computer can be equipped with memory modules of a maximum size of 4,096MB. The actual amount of useabl e system memory will be less than[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-3 Hardware, Utilities and Options Disks Legal Footnote (Battery Life) *4 For more information regarding Batter y Life, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the *4 above. RTC battery The internal RTC batter y backs up the Real Time Clock (RTC) and calendar . AC adaptor The AC adaptor provides power to[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-4 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optical disc drive Display The computer's internal disp lay panel supports high-resolution video graphics and can b e set to a wide range of viewing angl es for maximum comfort and readability . ■ Additional hard disk drive sizes may be introduced. ■ In this manual, th e word "HDD&q[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-5 Hardware, Utilities and Options Sound Multimedia Communications Legal Footnote (Graphics Pr ocessor Unit ("GPU")) *7 For more information regarding the Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU"), please refer to the Legal Footn otes section in Appendix H or click the *7 above. Sound syst em The integrated sound system [...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-6 Hardware, Utilities and Options Sp ecial features The following features are eithe r un ique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which ma ke the computer more con venient to use. Access each function using the following proce dures. *1 T o access the Power Options, click St ar t -> Control Pa nel -> System and S[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-7 Hardware, Utilities and Options Keyp ad over lay A ten-key numeric keypad is integrated into the keyboard. Please refer to the Keyp ad overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for information on using this feature. Power on p assword T wo levels of password security , supervisor and user , are availa ble to prevent unauthori[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-8 Hardware, Utilities and Options ■ The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive w ill not be da maged. ■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection cannot be used in models that are equipped with SSD. Hibernation Mod e This feature lets you tu rn off the power to the computer without e xiting fro m your softwa[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-9 Hardware, Utilities and Options T OSHIBA V alue Added Package This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre-installed on the computer . USB W akeup function 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 con[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-10 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Password utility allows you to set a password in order to r estrict access to the computer . TOSHIBA Flash Cards The TOSH IBA Flash Cards provid e a quick way to modify selected syst em functions and to launch applications. ■ Hot key function ■ TOSHIBA ut[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-1 1 Hardware, Utilities and Options 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 their operation, please refer to each utility's online manu al, help files or README.TXT file. Fingerprint Utility This produ[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-12 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA DVD Player This software is provided for playback of DVD Video. It has an on-screen interface and functions. Click Star t -> All Programs -> TOSHIB A DVD PLA YER -> TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER . Refer to the TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER section in Chapter 4, Oper ating Basics, for more det ails.[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-13 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities that improve the ease and control of communica tion devices and network connections, hel p in the identification of communication problems and allow the creation of profiles if you need to switch between different locations and commun[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-14 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA HDD/SSD Alert This utility includes wizard functions to monitor the Disk Drive operating status and execute the system backup. T o access this utility , click Star t -> All Programs -> TOS HI BA -> Utilities -> HDD SSD Alert . TOSHIBA Service Stat io n This application allow [...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-15 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility This utility is able to either enable or disable the USB Sleep and Charge function. This utility shows the posit ions of USB ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function and displays the battery's remaining capacity . T o start this utility , cli[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-16 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optional devices Optional devices can expand the computer's capabilities and its versatility . This section describes the connection or installation of the following devices: Cards/memory ■ ExpressCard ■ Smart Card ■ Secure Digital™ (SD) Card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card, miniS[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-17 Hardware, Utilities and Options T o insert an ExpressCard, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Press the Dummy card in order to eject the Dummy card partially out of the computer . 2. Grasp the Dummy card and draw it. 3. Insert the ExpressCard into the ExpressCard slot on the side of the computer . 4. Press the ExpressCard [...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-18 Hardware, Utilities and Options Smart Card A Smart Card is a credit card sized plastic card. An extremel y thin integrated circuit (IC chip ) is embedded i nto the card on which information can be recorded. These cards can be used for a wide variety of applications including telephone related and electronic monetary payments. [...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-19 Hardware, Utilities and Options 3. After inserting the Smart Card, you shou ld refer to its document ation and also check the configu ration in Wi ndows in o rder to ensure that it is correct. Removing a Smart Card T o remove a Smart Card, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Open the Safely Remove Ha rdware icon on the Wind[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-20 Hardware, Utilities and Options Below is a simple explanation for distinguishing SD memo ry cards from SDHC memory cards. ■ SD and SDHC memory cards ap pear the same externally . However , the logo on SD and SDHC memory cards is different, so p ay careful attention to the logo when purchasing. ■ The maximum capacity of SD [...]

  • Seite 71

    User ’s Manual 3-21 Hardware, Utilities and Options Removing an SD/SDHC memory card T o remove an SD/SDHC memory card, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Open the Safely Remove Ha rdware icon on the Windows T askb ar . 2. Point to SD Memory Card and click the left T ouch Pad control button. 3. Press the SD/SDHC memory card to partially extend[...]

  • Seite 72

    User ’s Manual 3-22 Hardware, Utilities and Options Media care Observe the following preca utions when handling the card. Card care ■ Do not twist or be nd cards. ■ Do not expose cards to liquids or store in humi d areas or lay media close to containers of liquid. ■ Do not touch the metal part of a card or expose it to liquids or l et it ge[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-23 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 or no memory module is inserted in Slot A: r[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-24 Hardware, Utilities and Options 5. Loosen the two screws securing the memory module cover in place - please note that this screw is attached to th e cover in order to prevent it from being lost. 6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off. Figure 3-7 Removing the memory module cover 7. Align the n[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-25 Hardware, Utilities and Options 8. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with two screws. Figure 3-9 Seating the memory module cover 9. Install the battery pa ck - refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Powe r-Up Modes, if required. 10. Turn your co mputer over . 1 1. Turn the compute[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-26 Hardware, Utilities and Options 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 modul e up at an angle. 8. Grasp the module by its edges and remove it from the computer . Figure 3-10 Removing the memo[...]

  • Seite 77

    User ’s Manual 3-27 Hardware, Utilities and Options External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the external mo nitor port on the computer . T o connect a monitor , follow the steps as detailed below: Connecting the monitor cable 1. T urn the computer's power off. 2. Connect the monitor cable to the external monitor port.[...]

  • Seite 78

    User ’s Manual 3-28 Hardware, Utilities and Options USB FDD Kit The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1.44MB or 720KB floppy diskette and connects to one of the computer's USB ports. Figure 3-12 The USB floppy diskette drive Connecting the USB floppy diskette drive T o connect the drive, plug the floppy diskette drive’s USB c[...]

  • Seite 79

    User ’s Manual 3-29 Hardware, Utilities and Options Disconnecting the USB fl oppy 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 Safel[...]

  • Seite 80

    User ’s Manual 3-30 Hardware, Utilities and Options Disconnecting an eSA 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 for the i ndicator lig ht 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[...]

  • Seite 81

    User ’s Manual 3-31 Hardware, Utilities and Options The following ports are available on th e TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator . ■ RJ45 LAN jack ■ External monitor port ■ DC IN 15V jack ■ Security lock slot ■ Universal Serial Bu s 2.0 port (four) ■ DVI port Security lock A security locks enable you to ancho r your computer a desk or ot[...]

  • Seite 82

    User ’s Manual 3-32 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optional accessories Y ou are able to add a number of options and accessories in orde r to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use . For reference, the following list details some of the items that are avai labl e from your reseller or TOSHIBA dealer: DDR2-800 Memory Kit A 1,[...]

  • Seite 83

    User ’s Manual 4-1 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 T ouch Pad T o use the T ouch Pad, simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go. Figure 4-1 T ouch Pad and T o[...]

  • Seite 84

    User ’s Manual 4-2 Operating Basics Using the Fingerprint Sensor This product has a fingerp rint utility installed for the purpose of enrolling and recognizing fingerprints. By enrolling the ID and password onto the fingerprint authenticati on feature, it is no longer nece ssary to input the password from the keyboard. Fingerprint feature enab le[...]

  • Seite 85

    User ’s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics The following illustration s show the recommended way to swipe your finger over the fingerprint sensor . Figure 4-2 Swipe the finger Point s to note abou t the Fingerprint Sensor Please be aware of the following consideratio ns when using the fingerprint sensor . A fail ure to follow these guidel i nes might re[...]

  • Seite 86

    User ’s Manual 4-4 Operating Basics Observe the following before you place your finger on the sensor whether for fingerprint enro llment/registration or reco gnition. ■ W ash and dry your hands thoroughly . ■ Remove static electricity from y our fingers by touching any metal surface. S tatic electricity is a common cause of sensor failures, e[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics ■ Please also refer to the fingerprint utility Help file for more information. Y ou ca n start it using the following method: ■ Click Start -> All Programs -> TO S H IB A -> Utilities -> TOS H IB A Fingerprint Utility . The main screen is displayed. Cli ck ? in the lower left corner of the scree[...]

  • Seite 88

    User ’s Manual 4-6 Operating Basics Delete the Fingerprint Dat a Saved fingerprint data is stored in special non-volatile memory inside th e fingerprint sensor . Therefore, if you give the computer to someone else, or dispose of it in any way , the following proce ss is recommended to delete your fingerprint information: Delete the fingerprint da[...]

  • Seite 89

    User ’s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics Windows Logon via Fingerprint A uthentication In place of the usual Windows logo n by ID and password, fingerpri nt authentication also allo ws logon to Window s. This is useful especially when many u sers are usi ng the compu ter , as user selection can be skipped. Fingerprint Authentication Procedure 1. S t a[...]

  • Seite 90

    User ’s Manual 4-8 Operating Basics Overview about Fingerprint Single Sign-on feautre This is a feature that allow s the user to complete the authentica tion for both the User/BIOS Password (and, if ap plicable, the HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Password) and logging onto Windows using only one fingerprint authentication when booting up. It is necessary [...]

  • Seite 91

    User ’s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics We b C a m e r a Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your compute r . Y ou can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger . T OSHIBA Web Camera Application will help you to add various video effects to your[...]

  • Seite 92

    User ’s Manual 4-10 Operating Basics Using the T OSHIBA Face Recognition TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verificati on 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 . Some models are e quipped with a TOSHIBA Face Recog[...]

  • Seite 93

    User ’s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics How to register the Face Re cognition Dat a T ake a picture for faci al verification purposes, and register th e data needed when you log in. T o register the data needed when you log in, follow the steps as de scribed below: 1. T o launch this utility , click Star t -> All Programs -> TOSH I BA -> U[...]

  • Seite 94

    User ’s Manual 4-12 Operating Basics How to Dele te the Face Re cognition D at a Delete image data, account information, and personal record data created during registration. T o delete the Face Recognition Data, follow the steps as described below: 1. T o launch this utility , click Star t -> All Programs -> TOSH I BA -> Utilities ->[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics 1:1 Mode Login screen 1. T urn on the computer . 2. The Select Tiles screen will be displaye d. 3. Select St art face recognition () . 4. The Select Account screen will be displayed. 5. Select the account, and click the arrow button. 6. " Please face the camera " will be displayed. 7. V erification w[...]

  • Seite 96

    User ’s Manual 4-14 Operating Basics Loading discs T o load CD/DVDs, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. When the computer ’s power is on, press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly . 2. Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully op ened. Figure 4-4 Pressing the eject button and pulling the disc tray open 3. Lay the CD/[...]

  • Seite 97

    User ’s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics 4. Press gently at the center of the CD/DVD until you feel it click into place. The CD/DVD shou ld lie below the top of the spindl e, flush with the spindle base. 5. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place. Figure 4-6 Closing the CD/DVD disc tray Removing discs T o [...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-16 Operating Basics 2. The CD/DVD extends slightly over t he sides of the disc tra y so you can grasp it. Gently lift out the CD/DVD. Figure 4-7 Removing a CD/DVD 3. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place. How to rem ove CD/D VD when the disc tray w ill not open Pressing the eject but[...]

  • Seite 99

    User ’s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics W riting CD/ DVDs on DVD Super Multi dri ves Y ou can use the DVD Super Mu lti 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. The T OSHIBA Disc Creator is provided as writing software with this computer . Import ant message[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-18 Operating Basics Given the technological limitations of current opti cal disc writing driv es, you may experience unexpected writing or rewr iting errors due to di sc 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[...]

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    User ’s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics ■ If the disc is poor in quality , or is dirty or damaged, wr iting 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[...]

  • Seite 102

    User ’s Manual 4-20 Operating Basics ■ Data deleted/erased from a CD-RW , DVD-RW , DVD+RW or DVD-RAM disc cannot be recove red. Y ou must check the content of the disc carefully befo re you delete i t, taking car e that, if multi ple drives that can write data to discs are connected, you do not delete data from the wrong one. ■ In writing to [...]

  • Seite 103

    User ’s Manual 4-21 Operating Basics When w riting or re writing Please observe the followin g points whil e you write or re write data to CD-R, CD-RW , DVD-R, DVD-R (Dual Layer), DVD-RW , DVD+R, DVD+R (Double Layer), DVD+RW or DVD-RAM media: ■ Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media - do not use the cut-and-paste functio[...]

  • Seite 104

    User ’s Manual 4-22 Operating Basics TOSHIBA Disc Creator Please be aware o f the follow ing limitations when you use the TOSHIBA Disc Creator: ■ DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator . ■ DVD Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator . ■ Y ou ca nnot use TOSHIBA Disc Creator's 'Audio CD for Car or Home CD[...]

  • Seite 105

    User ’s Manual 4-23 Operating Basics ■ Y ou ca nnot partially delete any data written to a CD-R W , DVD-RW or DVD+RW disc. Data V erification T o verify that data has been written or rewritten co rrectly to a data CD/DVD you should follow the steps below before you begin the write/rewri te process: 1. Display the setting dial og box by one of t[...]

  • Seite 106

    User ’s Manual 4-24 Operating Basics ■ It is recommended the AC adaptor be connected wh en playing DVD- Video. Power saving features ma y interfere with smooth playback. When playing DVD-Video using battery power , set the Power Options to "High performance". ■ Screen savers will not display while playin g a movie in th e "TOSH[...]

  • Seite 107

    User ’s Manual 4-25 Operating Basics Floppy diskettes 1. S tore your floppy diskettes in th e container they came in to pr otect 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 108

    User ’s Manual 4-26 Operating Basics Microphone Leve l Follow the steps below to change the microphone recording level. 1. Right click on the speaker icon on the T askbar , and select Re cording Devices from the sub menu. 2. Select Microphone , and click Properties . 3. On the Levels tab mo ve the Microphone slider to increase or decrease the mic[...]

  • Seite 109

    User ’s Manual 4-27 Operating Basics Power Management The audio controller in your co mput er can be turned off when the audio function is not used. T o adjust the configuration of aud io power management, click the Power Management button . ■ When audio power manag ement is e nabled, the circle button at the upper left of the Power Manag ement[...]

  • Seite 110

    User ’s Manual 4-28 Operating Basics Wireless com munications The computer ’s wireless communication function supports some wireless communication devi ces. Only some models are equipped wit h both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions. Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN is compatible wit h other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence S pread S pectru [...]

  • Seite 111

    User ’s Manual 4-29 Operating Basics ■ Frequency Channel Selection of 2. 4GHz fo r IEEE 802.1 1b/g or/and IEEE802.1 1n draft 2.0 ■ Roaming over multiple channels ■ Card power mana gement ■ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption based on an 128-bit encryption algorithm ■ Wi-Fi Protected Access™ (WP A™) Setting 1. Please make [...]

  • Seite 112

    User ’s Manual 4-30 Operating Basics Worldwide operation The Bluetooth radio transmitter and re ceiver operate in the 2.4GHz band, which is license-free and compatible with radio systems in most countries in the world. Radio links Y ou can e asily establish links between two or more devices, wi th these links being maintained even if the devi ces[...]

  • Seite 113

    User ’s Manual 4-31 Operating Basics Wireless communica tion switch Y ou can enable or disable Wireless communi cation functi ons, with the on/off switch. No transmissions are sent or received when the switch is off. Slide the switch forward to turn it off and backward to turn it on. Wireless communica tion Indicator The wireless communication in[...]

  • Seite 114

    User ’s Manual 4-32 Operating Basics If you are using Gigabit Etherne t LAN (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T), be sure to connect with a CA T5E cable or higher . Y ou cannot use a CA T3 or CA T5 cable. If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE- TX), be sure to connect with a CA T5 cable or higher . Y ou cannot use [...]

  • Seite 115

    User ’s Manual 4-33 Operating Basics Disconnecting the LAN cab le T o disconnect the LAN cable, follow the steps as det ailed below: 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 [...]

  • Seite 116

    User ’s Manual 4-34 Operating Basics ■ Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer . ■ Close the display panel. ■ Do not pick up the comput er by its displ ay panel. ■ Before carrying your computer , shut it down, discon nect the AC adaptor and allow it to cool down - a failure to follow this instruction may r[...]

  • Seite 117

    User ’s Manual 4-35 Operating Basics T askbar icon TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties Y ou can change the TOSHIBA HDD Protection settings by using the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window . T o open the window , click Star t -> All Programs -> TOS HI BA -> Utilities -> HDD Protection Settings . The window can also be started from t[...]

  • Seite 118

    User ’s Manual 4-36 Operating Basics Det ails T o open the Details window , click the Setup Det ail button in the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window . Detection Level Amplification When the AC adaptor is disconnected or the lid is closed, HDD Dete ction assumes that the computer will be carried and sets the detection level to the maximum fo[...]

  • Seite 119

    User ’s Manual 4-37 Operating Basics However , the "USB Sleep and Charge function" may not work with certain external devices even if they are comp liant with the USB specification. In those cases, turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device. St arting the USB Slee p and Charg e Utility T o start the utility , click Sta rt -&[...]

  • Seite 120

    User ’s Manual 4-38 Operating Basics Enabling USB Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable and disab le the USB Sleep and Charge function. Default setting is Disable. Select the "Group 1" ch eck box to enable this function. Power supply mod e settings There are several USB Sleep and Charge function modes. "Mode 1 (defaul[...]

  • Seite 121

    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 122

    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 123

    User ’s Manual 5-3 The Keyboard Press FN + F10 or FN + F1 1 to access the computer's integrated keypad. When activated, the keys with grey ma rkings on their bottom e dge become either numeric keypad keys ( FN + F1 1 ) or cursor control keys ( FN + F10 ). Please refer to the Keypad overlay section in this chapter for more information on how [...]

  • Seite 124

    User ’s Manual 5-4 The Keyboard Sleep : Pressing FN + F3 switches the system to Sleep Mode. Hibernate : Pressing FN + F4 switches the system to Hibernation Mode. Output : Pressing FN + F5 changes the active display devi ce. Brightness Down : Pressing FN + F6 decreases the computer's display panel brightness in individual steps. Brightness Up[...]

  • Seite 125

    User ’s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard Zoom: Pressing FN + Sp ace changes the display resoluti on. ODD: Pressing FN + Ta b turns the power of the optical disc drive on/off or ejects the disc tray . TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (reduce): Pressing FN + 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes wi thin one of the supported applica tion windows. T[...]

  • Seite 126

    User ’s Manual 5-6 The Keyboard Keyp ad overlay Y our computer 's keyboard does not have a separate numeric keypad but includes a numeric keypad overlay which functions like one - this is located in the center of the keyb oard with the relevant keys havi ng grey letters at their front edge. The overlay provides the same functions as the nume[...]

  • Seite 127

    User ’s Manual 5-7 The Keyboard T emporarily using normal keyboard (ove rlay on) While using the overlay , you can te mporarily access the normal keyboard functions without having to turn the overlay off: 1. Hold down FN key and press any other key - this key will operate as if the overlay were off. 2. T ype upp er-case characters by holding down[...]

  • Seite 128

    User ’s Manual 6-1 Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes The computer's p ower resources in clude the AC ad aptor , battery pack and any internal batteries. This chapter provides details on making the most effective use of the se resources , and includ es informati on on charging and changing batteri es, tips for saving ba ttery power , and inf[...]

  • Seite 129

    User ’s Manual 6-2 Power and Power-Up Modes T a ble 6-1 Power conditions con tinued Power on Power off (no operation) AC adaptor connected 2nd battery fully charged • Operates • No charge • LED: 2nd battery green DC IN green • No charge • LED: 2nd battery green DC IN green 2nd battery par ti al ly charged or no charge • Operates • C[...]

  • Seite 130

    User ’s Manual 6-3 Power and Power-Up Modes T a ble 6-1 Power conditions con tinued * 1 When the Slice Expansion Battery is no t charging. * 2 When the main battery is not charging. * 3 For the computer to shut down in Hibernation Mode, the Hibernation feature must be enabled in Power Op tions. If a ma in battery and a Slice Expans ion Battery ar[...]

  • Seite 131

    User ’s Manual 6-4 Power and Power-Up Modes Monitoring of power condition As shown in the below table, the Battery , 2nd battery , DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator al ert you to the computer’s operating capability and battery charge status. Battery indicator Check the Batte ry indicator to determine the st atus of the main bat[...]

  • Seite 132

    User ’s Manual 6-5 Power and Power-Up Modes 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: Battery This section explai ns battery types, use, recharging me thods and handling. Battery types The computer has three diff erent types of batteries. Batte[...]

  • Seite 133

    User ’s Manual 6-6 Power and Power-Up Modes Real Time Clock (RTC) battery The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provid es power for the inte rnal real time clock and calendar functi on and also maintains the system configuration while the computer is turned off. If the RTC battery becomes completely discharged, the syst em will lose this in formation[...]

  • Seite 134

    User ’s Manual 6-7 Power and Power-Up Modes Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low , the Battery indicator will flash orange to indicate that only a fe w minutes of batte ry power remain. If you continue to u se the computer w hile the Ba ttery indicator flashes, the computer will enable Hibernation Mode so that you[...]

  • Seite 135

    User ’s Manual 6-8 Power and Power-Up Modes Tim e Refer to User Information Guide about Char ging time. Battery charging notice The battery may not begin charging immediately under the following conditions: ■ The battery is extremely hot or cold (if the battery is extremely hot, it might not charge at all). T o ensure the battery charges to its[...]

  • Seite 136

    User ’s Manual 6-9 Power and Power-Up Modes Maximizing battery op erating time A battery's usefulness depends on how long it can su pply power on a single charge, while how long the c harg e lasts in a battery depends on: ■ Processor speed ■ Screen bright ness ■ System Sleep Mode ■ System Hibernation Mode ■ Display power off period[...]

  • Seite 137

    User ’s Manual 6-10 Power and Power-Up Modes ■ If you have extra battery p acks, rota te their use. ■ If you will not be using the system for an extended period, for example for more than one month, remove the battery pack from the computer . ■ S tore spare battery p acks in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Replacing the ba ttery p [...]

  • Seite 138

    User ’s Manual 6-1 1 Power and Power-Up Modes 6. Slide and hold the battery release latch (2 ) to disengage the battery pack and then remove it from the computer (3). Figure 6-1 Releasing the battery pack Installing the battery pack T o install a battery pack, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Insert the battery pack as far as it will go int[...]

  • Seite 139

    User ’s Manual 6-12 Power and Power-Up Modes Connecting and dis connecting the Slice Exp ansion Battery This battery pack increases your computer's operating time when a main battery pack is also installed. This section explains how to connect and disconnect the Slice Expansion Battery , and begins with the removal process wh ich is detailed[...]

  • Seite 140

    User ’s Manual 6-13 Power and Power-Up Modes 6. Close the latches to secure the Slice Expansion Battery to the computer . Figure 6-4 Securin g the latches Disconnecting the Slice Expansion Battery T o disconnect the Slice Expansion Batt ery from the computer , follow the steps as de tailed below: 1. Save your work. 2. T urn the computer ’s powe[...]

  • Seite 141

    User ’s Manual 6-14 Power and Power-Up Modes 6. Lift off the Slice Exp ansion Battery . Figure 6-6 Removing the Slice Expansion Battery 7. Be sure to replace the protective cap befo re storing the Sli ce Expansion Battery . T OSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two levels of p assword security: User and Supervisor . User[...]

  • Seite 142

    User ’s Manual 6-15 Power and Power-Up Modes ■ Delete (button) Click this button to delete a reg istered password. Before you can delete a password, you must first enter the current p assword correctly or insert a proper token. Please use BIOS Setup to change or delete the HDD Passwords or to set the HDD Master Password. ■ Change (button) Cli[...]

  • Seite 143

    User ’s Manual 6-16 Power and Power-Up Modes User T oken field ■ Create (button) Y ou ca n use an SD Card token, inst ead of enterin g the password. Af ter you have registered a password, insert an SD Card in SD Card slot and click Create . Y ou can use an SD Card of any capacity , but it must be formatted correctly . If an unformat ted card or[...]

  • Seite 144

    User ’s Manual 6-17 Power and Power-Up Modes St arti ng the c omput er by password If you have already registered a password, there are three ways to start the computer: ■ Insert an SD Card token befor e you turn on the computer . The computer will start normally , without displaying a password prompt. ■ Swipe your fingerprint on the sensor i[...]

  • Seite 145

    User ’s Manual 6-18 Power and Power-Up Modes Hot keys Y ou can use the FN + F3 hot key to enter Sleep Mode or FN + F4 to enter Hibernation Mode - please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard for further details. Panel power on/off Y ou can set up your computer so that power is turned off automatically when you close the display panel, and turned on ag[...]

  • Seite 146

    User ’s Manual 7-1 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 Set up T o run the HW Setup program, click Star t -> All Programs -> TOSH I BA -> Utilities -> HWSetup . HW Setup window The HW Setup [...]

  • Seite 147

    User ’s Manual 7-2 HW Setu p General This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons : Default and About . Setup This field displays the installed BIOS version and date. Display This tab lets you customize your computer’s display settings for either the internal display or an external monitor . Power On Display This tab allows yo[...]

  • Seite 148

    User ’s Manual 7-3 HW Setu p Boot Priority Boot Priority O ptions This tab allows you to select the pr iority for booting the computer - the following settings are available: Y ou can o verride the settings and manually select a boot device by pressing one of the following keys while the compute r is booting: * 1 The floppy diskette drive will be[...]

  • Seite 149

    User ’s Manual 7-4 HW Setu p T o change the boot drive, follow the steps below . 1. Hold down F12 and boot th e computer . 2. The following menu will be displaye d with the following icons: Buil t-in hard disk drive, eSA T A hard disk dr ive, CD-ROM, FDD (or SD memory card), Network (LAN), USB Memory boot. 3. Use the left/right cursor keys to hig[...]

  • Seite 150

    User ’s Manual 7-5 HW Setu p USB Memory BIOS Support T ype This option allows you to set the type of the USB memory to be used as a startup device. Keyboard Wa ke-up on Key board When this feature is enabl ed, and the co mputer is in Sleep Mode, you can turn on the system by pressing any key . However , please be aware that this option will only [...]

  • Seite 151

    User ’s Manual 7-6 HW Setu p CPU This function allows yo u 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 availabl e: LAN Wake-up on LAN This feature lets the computer ’s power be turned on when it receiv[...]

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    User ’s Manual 7-7 HW Setu p Built-in LA N This feature enables or disables th e Built-in LAN. Device Config Device Configuratio n This option allows you to set how th e computer's hardware devic es will be configured. USB USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulat ion Y ou can use this opti on to enable or disable USB keyboard/mou se legacy emulation so th[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-1 Chapter 8 T roubleshooting TOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability , ho wever , 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 8-2 T roubleshooting ■ Before you attach an external device yo u 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 tha t all required driver software has been lo[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-3 T roubleshooting 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: Software The problems may be caused by your sof tware or disk. If you cannot load a software package, the media may be damaged or the pr[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-4 T roubleshooting System start- up When the computer does not start pr operly , check the following items: ■ Self T est ■ Power Sources ■ Power-on Password Self test While booting up the computer , self te st is executed aut omatically and the TOSHIBA logo is displayed on the screen. This message remains on the screen for [...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-5 T roubleshooting Overheating power down If the processor's temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting, the computer will automa tically shuts 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 adap[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-6 T roubleshooting Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery , you should check the status of the DC IN indicator as well as the Battery indicator . Please refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for more information on these indicators, together with general battery operation. Problem Procedure Battery doesn’t pow[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-7 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 screen: RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent. Press [F[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-8 T roubleshooting Internal display p anel Apparent computer's display pane l problems may be related to the computer's setup and configuration - please refer to Chapter 7, HW Setu p , for further information. Hard disk drive Problem Pro cedure No display Press the FN + F5 hot keys to adjust the display priority , and t[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-9 T roubleshooting DVD Supe r Multi drive For more inform ation, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Slow performance The files on the hard disk drive may be fragmented - in this instance you should run the disk Defragmentation utili ty to check the condition of your files and the hard disk drive. Please refer to the operating[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-10 T roubleshooting USB floppy diskette drive For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . Check the type of CD/D VD you are using. The drive supports: DVD-ROM: DVD-ROM, DVD-Video CD - RO M : CD-DA, CD-T ext, Photo CD (single/multi-session), CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2, CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, [...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-1 1 T roubleshooting ExpressCard For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . SD/SDHC memory card For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . Problem Pro cedure ExpressCard error occurs Remove the ExpressC ard from the computer and then reinsert it[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-12 T roubleshooting Smart Card For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . 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. T ouch Pad Problem Pro cedure Smart Card error oc[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-13 T roubleshooting USB mouse The reaction of T ouch pad is either too sensitive or not sensitive enough. Adjust the touch Sensitivity . 1. Click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> M ouse . 2. Within the Mouse Prope rties window , click the Advanced ta b. 3. Click the Advanced feature settings... button. 4. [...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-14 T roubleshooting Fingerprint Sensor The on-screen pointer moves too fast or too slow In this instance, you should initially try changing the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility . 1. T o access this utility , click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sou nd -> Mouse . 2. Withi n the Mouse Prope rties wind[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-15 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. USB Sleep and Charge function For more informa tion and settings, please refer to the Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics. Problem[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-16 T roubleshooting 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. ■ Select another Mode. ■ T urn OFF the computer while external devices are connected. ■ Connect external de vices after turning OFF of the computer . [...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-17 T roubleshooting eSA T A device In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with your e SA T A device. Additional mem ory modu le Please also refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options , for further information on installing and removing memory modules. Problem Proc[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-18 T roubleshooting Sound system In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with your a udio device. An error will occur if a memory module is inserted into Sl ot B while no memory module is inserted in Slot A. Remove the memory module from Slot B and insert it into Sl ot A. P[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-19 T roubleshooting V olume control dial External monitor Please also refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options , and to the documentation supplied with your monitor for further information. Problem Pro cedure No sound is heard Adjust the volume control dial . T o increase the volume move the volume control dial to the [...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-20 T roubleshooting LAN 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 . When the display panel and an external monitor are set to clone mode and they are turn ed off by the timer , the displ[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-21 T roubleshooting Bluetooth For further information on Bluetooth wire less communication, please refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Recovery Media Problem Procedure Cannot access Bluetooth device Check to ensure the computer's Wireless Communication Switch is set to on. Check to ensure the Bluetooth Manager application[...]

  • Seite 174

    User ’s Manual 8-22 T roubleshooting Using Windows XP Mode on your W indows 7 computer (available on cert ain models) Y our compu ter supports virtualization technology that enables you to run Windows XP-compatible applications on your Wind ows 7 computer . This gives you the flexibili ty to continue usi ng legacy applications while still benefit[...]

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    User ’s Manual 8-23 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 Building C, 12-24 T alavera Rd, North Ryde, 21 13, NSW ,[...]

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    User ’s Manual A-1 Appendix A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the computer ’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Refer to User Informati on Guide about Size. Environmental Requirements Conditions Ambient temperature Relative humidity Operating 5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F) 20% to 80% (noncondensing) Non-operating -20°C (-4?[...]

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    User ’s Manual A-2 S pecifications Power Requirements AC adaptor 100-240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz (cycles per second) Computer 15 V DC 5.0 amperes[...]

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    User ’s Manual B-1 Appendix B Display Controller and V ideo mode Display controller The display controller in terprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular parts on the screen on or of f. The display controller al so controls the video mode and uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum n[...]

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    User ’s Manual C-1 Appendix C 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 PCI Express 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-F[...]

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    User ’s Manual C-2 Wireless LAN Radio Characteristics Radio Charact eristics of Wireless LAN modu le may vary according to: ■ Country/region where the product was purcha sed ■ T ype of pro duct Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations. Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been design ed for operati[...]

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    User ’s Manual C-3 Wireless LAN Supported Freque ncy Sub-bands Subject to the radio regulatio ns 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 app ly in the countries/[...]

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    User ’s Manual C-4 Wireless LAN ■ In a Wireless LAN Access Point, th e Wireless LAN module will use the factory-set default channel (p ri nted in bold), unless the LAN Administrator selecte d a different channel when configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point device. ■ For Wireless LAN modules installed in wireless clients that operating in a [...]

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    User ’s Manual C-5 Wireless LAN *1 The channel which can be used depends on th e installed wireless LAN module. And the approved channels on us ing are different at each country or region. The cha nnel configuration is man aged as follows: ■ For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN Infrastructure, the Wireless LAN module will automat[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-1 Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA ar e designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless te chnology that is based on F requency Hopping S pread S pectrum (FHSS) radio technology , a nd is compliant to: ■ Bluetooth S pecification V er . 2.1+EDR, as def[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-2 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth w ireless techno logy and your Health The products with Bluetooth wireless te chnology , like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy . The level of energy emitted by devices with Blu etooth wireless technology howeve r is far much less than the e[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-3 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 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 FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide re asonable protecti on against harmful interference in a residentia[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-4 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Ta i w a n Using Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA equipment in Jap an 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 syste m s (premises radio sta[...]

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    User ’s Manual D-5 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability 2. Indication The indication shown below appe ars on this equipment. (1) 2.4 : This equip ment uses a frequency of 2 .4 GHz. (2) FH : This equipment uses FH-SS modulation. (3) 1: The interference range of this equi pment is less than 10 m. (4) This equi pment uses a frequency bandw[...]

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    User ’s Manual E-1 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: Certification agencies Length: Minimum 1.7 meters Wire siz[...]

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    User ’s Manual E-2 AC Power Cord and Connectors 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 pin plug configuration mu st be 6- 15P (250V[...]

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    User ’s Manual F-1 Appendix F T OSHIB A Anti-thef t Protection T imer This feature allows you to set up a ti mer -activated BIOS p assword that will prevent unauthorised system a ccess in the event of theft. When the time limit is exceeded, you a re required to provi de the Password or fingerprint authentication for t he BIOS and Hard Disk Drive [...]

  • Seite 192

    User ’s Manual G-1 Appendix G T OSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor application proactively monitors a number of system functions such as power consumption, battery health and the system cooling, in forming you of significant system conditions. This application recognizes the system and individu al component serial numbers, and[...]

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    User ’s Manual G-2 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify T oshiba's obligations under its standard limited warranty in any way . T oshiba's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply . St arting the TOSHIBA PC Health Mo nitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be started usi[...]

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    User ’s Manual G-3 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 4. If the " Please click [OK] to run the T OSHIBA Cooling Performance Diagnostic Tool to check th e cooling performance of your PC. " message is still displayed after running the "TOSHIBA Cooling Performance Diagn ostic T ool" in step 3, it is recommended you turn off the computer a[...]

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    User ’s Manual G-4 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Figure G-2 Lift the plastic film 8. Seat the Cooling module cover back into pl ace on the computer to reattach. 9. Secure the Coolin g module cover w ith one screw . 10. Install the battery p ack (refer to the Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, if required). 1 1.[...]

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    User ’s Manual H-1 Appendix H Legal Footnotes This chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. In the text in this manu al, *XX is used to show which Legal Footnotes description is related to TOSHIBA computers. Description(s) rel ated to this comput er are marked with a blu e *XX in this manual. Clicking on *XX[...]

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    User ’s Manual H-2 Legal Footnotes ■ use of computer at temperatures out side the range of 5°C to 30°C (41°F to 86°F) or >25°C (77°F) at hi gh altitude (all temperature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model - please refer to you r computer documentation or visit the T oshiba website at www .pc[...]

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    User ’s Manual H-3 Legal Footnotes Battery Life *4 Battery life may vary considerably depend ing on product model, configuration, applications, power ma nagement settings and features utilized, as well as the natural perf ormance variations produced by the design of indi vidual compone nts. Pu blished battery life numbers are achieved on select m[...]

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    User ’s Manual H-4 Legal Footnotes Wireless LAN *8 The transmission speed over th e wireless LAN and th e distance over which wireless LAN can re ach may vary depen ding on surro unding electromagnetic environment, obstacles, access po int design and configuration, and client design and software/hardware configurati ons. The actual transmission s[...]

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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 AC: Alternating current ACPI: Advanced Configuration and Power Interface AMT : Intel Active Management T echnology ASCII: American S tandard Code for Information Interchange BIOS: basic inp[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-2 Glossary I/O: input/ output IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LAN: local area network LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode MB: megabyte OCR: optica l character recognition (reader) PC: personal computer PCI: peripheral co mponent inte rconnect RAM: random access memory RGB: red, green, and blue ROM: r[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-3 Glossary alternating current (AC): Electric current that reverses its direction of flow at regular intervals. analog signal: A signal who se characteristics such as amplitude an d frequency vary in proportion to (are an analog of) the value to be transmitted. V oice communicatio ns are analog signals. application: A gro[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-4 Glossary bus: An inte rface for transmission of signals, data or electric power. byte: The representation of a single cha racter . A sequence o f eight bits treated as a single unit; also the smallest addressa ble unit within the system. C cache memor y: A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-5 Glossary comp atibility: 1) The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another com puter wi thout modifying the data or the media upon which it is b eing transferred. 2) the ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component. components: Elements or part[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-6 Glossary 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. T o accomplish these ta sks, the unit physically rotates the disk at high speed past a read-write head. disk stor age: S t oring data on magnetic disk. Dat[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-7 Glossary escape: 1) A code (ASCII code 27), signalin g the computer that what follows are commands; used with periphe ral devices such as printers and modems. 2) A means of aborting the task currently in progress. escape guard time: A time be fore and after an escape code is sent to the modem which distin guishes betwee[...]

  • Seite 207

    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-8 Glossary H hard disk: A storage device composed of a ri gid platter or pla tters that ca n be magnetically coded with data. Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are used fo r long-term storage of programs and data. The primary (or o nly) hard disk in a computer i s usually fixed, but some comput ers [...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-9 Glossary K K: T aken 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. Ea ch keystroke activates a switch that transmits a specific code t[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossary-10 Glossary microprocessor: A hardware compon ent 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. monitor: A devi[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossary-1 1 Glossary P pa r a l le l: Processes that occur simult aneously . In communications, it means the transmission of more t han one bit of informa tion at a time. On your computer , the p arallel po rt provides a parall el communications inte rface between the computer and an appropriate device. Compare serial. pa r it y: [...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossary-12 Glossary Random Access Memory (RAM): V olatil e memory that can be written to as well as read. V o latile here means that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer. This type of memory is used for your computer ’s main me mory . See also memory . Compare ROM. resolution: A measure of the sharpne ss of[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary synchronous: Having a constant time interval between successive bits, characters or events. system disk: A diskette that contains the operating system files ne eded to start the computer . Any diskette can be formatted as a system disk. A system disk is also called a "b oot able disk", "boot disk[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-1 Index A AC adaptor 3-3 DC IN 15V jack 2-4 additional 3-32 connecting 1-4 ASCII characters 5-7 B Battery charging 6-7 extending life 6 -9 indicator 2-11, 6-4 monitoring capacity 6-8 real time clock 3-3, 6-6 save mode 3-7 types 6-5 Battery pack 2-6, 3-2 additional 6-1 replacing 6-10 Bluetooth 3-5, 4-29 Bluetooth Stack for Win[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-2 TECRA R10 FN + F5 (Output) 5-4 FN + F6 (Brightness Down) 5-4 FN + F7 (Brightness Up) 5-4 FN + F8 (Wireless) 5-4 FN + F9 (Touch Pad) 5-4 FN + Tab (ODD) 5-5 FN + space (Zoom) 5-5 Fingerprint Sensor location 2-8 problems 8-14 using 4-2 Floppy diskette care 4-25 Function keys 5-2 G Graphics controller 3-4 H HDD Protection 4-34 [...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-3 TECRA R10 Moving the compu ter 4-33 P Password Starting the computer by 6-17 Supervisor 6-16 power on 3-7 problems 8-7 user 6-14 Pointing Device Touch Pad 2-9, 4-1, 8-12 Touch Pad control buttons 2-9, 4-1 Touch Pad location 2-8 using 4-1 Power Hibernation Mode 1-10 Shut Down mode (B oot Mode) 1-7 Sleep Mode 1-8 System Auto [...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-4 TECRA R10 problems 8-18 volume control dial 2-3 T TOSHIBA Assist 3-12 TOSHIBA Assist button 3-6 TOSHIBA ConfigFree 3-13 TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility 3-13 TOSHIBA Disc Creator 3-13, 4-2 2 TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator 3-32 TOSHIBA HDD Protection 3-7 TOSHIBA HDD/SSD Alert 3-14 TOSHIBA Mic Effect 3-13 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool 3[...]