Toshiba a350d manuel d'utilisation

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    T OSHIBA Satellite A350/ Satellite A350D series User's Manual[...]

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    User ’s Manual ii Copyright © 2008 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 A350/Satellite A 350D series Port[...]

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    User ’s Manual iii Dolby and the dou ble-D symbol are tradema rks of Dolby Labora tories. Dolby Home Theater is a trademark of Dolb y Laboratories. 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. LabelFlash TM is trademark of Y AMAH[...]

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    User ’s Manual iv When using your co mputer ■ Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow installation instructions cl osely . ■ Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other container where metal objects (such as car keys) could short-circuit the battery terminals. The resulting excessive current follow can cause [...]

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    User ’s Manual v 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 installa[...]

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    User ’s Manual vi EU Declar atio n of Comf ormit y Supplementary Information: The product complies with the requirements Of the Low V oltage Directive 2006/9 5/EC,the EMC Direc tive 2004/108/EC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC." This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directi ves. Responsible for [...]

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    User ’s Manual vii Network Com patib ility St atement This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the add itional requirements conditional in EG 201 121. S pecific switch settings or software setup is required for each network, please refer to the relevant s[...]

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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 Disconnection If you should ever decide to permane ntly disconnect your mode m from its present line, please call the te lephone company and let them know of this change. Fax branding The T elephone Consumer Prote ction Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message [...]

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    User ’s Manual x 2. The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s Ringer Equivalence Numb er (REN) and an explanation notice simi lar to the following: The Ringer Equivalen ce Number (REN) of the modem can vary - for the REN, please refer to the modem' s label. 3. The standard connecting arra ngement (telephone jack type[...]

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    User ’s Manual xi Notes for use of this device in New Zealand ■ The grant of a T elepermit for a device in no way indicates T elecom acceptance of responsibility for the correct operation of that device under all operating conditions. In pa rticular the higher speeds at which this modem is capable of operating depend on a specific network imple[...]

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    User ’s Manual xii ■ When used in Auto Answer mode, the S0 register must be set with to a value of either 3 or 4. This ensures: ■ a person calling your modem will hear a short burst of ringing before the modem answers. This confirms that the call has been successfully switch ed through the n etwork. ■ caller identification information (whic[...]

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    User ’s Manual xiii The T elepermit label may also be shown on the packaging of the product and in the sales literature, as require d in PTC 100. The charge for a T elepermit assessment is $337.50. An additional charge of $337.50 is payable w here an asse ssment is based on reports against non-T elecom New Zealand S pecifications. $1 12.50 is cha[...]

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    User ’s Manual xiv ENERGY ST AR ® Program Optical disc drive st andards TOSHIBA Satellite A350/Satellite A350D series computer is shipped with one of the follo wing drives preinstalled: DVD Super Mu lti (+-R DL) drive or DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) /w Label Flash drive. The drive has one of the following label s: CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE [...]

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    User ’s Manual xv Optical disc drive safety instruction s DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive Panasonic UJ 880AD/UJ880ED ■ The drive employs a la ser system. T o ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future refe rence. Should the unit ever require main tenance, co ntact an authorized service [...]

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    User ’s Manual xvi HLDS GSA-T50N/GSA-T50F Pioneer DVR-TD08TBM/DVR-TD08TBF Location of the required label COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIA TION PERFORMANCE ST ANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J. MANUF ACTURED Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc. 22-23, Kaigan 3-chome, Minato-Ku, T okyo, 108-0022 Japan Location of the required label COMPLIES WITHFDA RADIA TION PERFORMAN[...]

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    User ’s Manual xvii T oshiba Samsung TS-L633A/TS-L633P Location of the required label PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUF ACTURER TO COMPL Y WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J, APPLICABLE A T THE DA TE OF MANUF ACTURE. MANUF ACTURED T o shiba Samsung Storage T echnology Korea Corporation 416, Maetan-3Dong, Y eongtong-Gu, Suwon City , Gy[...]

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    User ’s Manual xviii 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 s[...]

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    User ’s Manual xix Import ant notice Copyrighted works incl uding, but not lim ited to music, vi deo, computer program, databases are protected by copyright laws. Unless specifically permitted under applicable copyright laws, you canno t copy , modify , assign, transmit or otherwise dispose of any copyri ghted work wit h the conse nt of the owner[...]

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

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    User ’s Manual xxi Special f eatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 1 TOSHIBA V alue Added Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 Utilities and Appl ications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    User ’s Manual xxii Chapter 5 The Keyboard T ypewriter keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Function keys: F1 … F12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Soft keys: FN key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Hot key[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxiii HDD drive capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 Wireless LAN . .[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxiv TECRA M7 Glossary[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxv Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Satellite A350/Satellite A350D series computer . This powerful not ebo ok computer provides excellent expansion capability , includ es multimedia functionality , and is designed to provide years of reli able, high -performance computing. This manual tel ls how to set up an[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxvi Preface Chapter 5, The Keyboard , describes special keyboard function s including the keypad overlay and hot keys. Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes , gives details on the computer ’s power resources and battery save modes. Chapter 7, HW Setup and Pa sswords , explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setu p prog[...]

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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 Heat injury ■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer . If the computer is used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the temperature will not feel hot to th e touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time, for example if you rest the computer on [...]

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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 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 M780V chipset AMD M780G chipset AMD M770 chipset Memory Built-in Y our computer is eq uipped with one pro[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-4 Introduction ■ Maximum size of memory can be installed on Mobile Intel ® GL40 Express Chipset models is 4GB. ■ PC2-6400 memory module works as PC2-5300 spe ed on Mobile Intel ® GL40 Express Chipset models. ■ PC2-6400 memory module works as PC2-5300 speed on AMD Athlon TM 64x2 Dual-Core Proc essor . Vi deo RAM Video RAM [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-5 Introduction Disks Keyboard Pointing Device Power Hard disk dr ive or Solid st ate drive This computer is equipped with the following types of hard disk drive(HDD). The capacity of each hard disk drive model is different. ■ HDD ■ 120GB ■ 160GB ■ 250GB ■ 320GB ■ 400GB ■ 500GB Please note that part of the hard disk [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-6 Introduction Ports Slots AC adaptor The AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries whe n they are low . It comes with a detachable power cord which will either have a 2-pin or 3-pin plug enclosure. As the AC adaptor is universal, it can receive a range of AC voltages fro m 100 to 240 volts, however you [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-7 Introduction Multimedia Sound syst em The integrated sound system provides support for the computer's internal speakers an d microphone, also allowing an external microphone and headphones to be connected via the appropriate jacks. Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with y[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-8 Introduction Communications Infrared receiver window This is a sensor window that receives signals from the remote controller which is provided wi th your comput er . Models which do n ot include a remote con troller are not equipped with an infrared recei ver so the computer cannot be operate d with a remote controller . Slim [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-9 Introduction Security ■ The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment, obstacles, access point design and configuration, and client d esign a nd software/hardware configurations. The T ransmit Rate (at X Mbit/s) is [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-10 Introduction Optical disc drive DVD Super Multi drive The drive reads DVD-RO M's at a maximum 8x speed and CD-ROM's a t a maximum 24x speed, and writes CD-R's at u p to 24x speed, CD-RW's at up to 24x speed, DVD-R's and DVD+R's at up to 8x speed, DVD-RW's and DVD+R W's at up to 8x speed,[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-1 1 Introduction Software 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 . Sp ecial features The following features are eithe r un ique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which ma ke the computer [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-12 Introduction Keyp ad overlay A ten-key numeric keypad is integrated into the keyboard. Please refer to the Keyp ad o verlay 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 available to prevent unauthorized access to your[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-13 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 1-14 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. Fingerprint Utility Some models of this computer [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-15 Introduction TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that provides access to specific tools, utiliti es and applications that make the use and con figuration of the computer easier . HW Setup utility T o start the utility , click the Windows Start butto n, point to All Programs , click TOS H I BA , click Ut[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-16 Introduction Labelflash features cannot be us ed in models that do not have a DVD Super Multi drive with Labelflash. In order to dete rmine if the opti cal disc drive installed in your computer supports Labelflash follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Click Star t -> All Programs -> DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA -> Ul[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-17 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: CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer The CD/DVD Drive Acousti c Silencer utility allows yo u to configure the read speed at which the optical disc drive will operate. In use you[...]

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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 it s display panel in the closed position. Figure 2-1 Front of the computer wit[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-2 The Grand T our ■ Tu r n W i - F i ® and Bluetooth functi onalities off when near a person who may have a cardiac pacemaker implant or other medical electric device. Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation, possibly resulting in serious injury . Follow the instruction of your medical device when using an[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-3 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 Headphone (S/PDIF) jack A 3.5 mm mini headphone jack that lets you connect digital speakers or a stereo headphone (16 ohm minimum). W hen you connect a d igital speaker or headphones, the internal speak[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-4 The Grand T our Vide-out port Plug a 4-pin S-Video connector into this port. HDMI out port HDMI out port can connect with T ype A connector HDMI cable.One HDMI cable can send video and audio signals. In addition to this, it can send and receive control signals. By connecting a TV which supports HDMI Control to this port, th e r[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-5 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 ExpressCard slo t This slot allows you to install a single ExpressCard device. Slim size remote control ler is contained in the ExpressCard slot. Some models are equipped with a Slim size remote control[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-6 The Grand T our Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) por t T wo Universal Serial Bus ports, which comply with the USB 2.0 standard, are provided on the right side of the computer . Modem jack The modem jack al lows you use to att ach a modular cable in order to connect the internal modem directly to a telephone line. Some models are [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our Back side Figure 2-4 show s the computer ’s back side . Figure 2-4 The computer ’s back side. 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 2-5 The underside of the c[...]

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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 p anel up an d position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you. Figure 2-6 The front of the T ouch Pad model with the display open Battery release latch Slide and hold this[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-9 The Grand T our Display hinge The display hinge allows the displa y panel to be position at a variety of easy-to-view angles. Stereo speakers The speakers emit sound generated by your software as well as audio alarms, such as low battery condition, gene rated by the system. Keep foreign objects out of the speakers. Never allow [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-10 The Grand T our System indicators These LED indicators allow you to monitor the status of various computer functions and are described in more detail within the System indicators section. Web Ca me r a We b C am er a is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer . Y ou can use it for video [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-1 1 The Grand T our Function button Six buttons are provided with some models. Figure 2-7 Front operation panel Available for use: Mute, CD/DVD, Play/Pause, S top, Previous, Next. These buttons allow you to manage a udio/video, run applications and access utilities. Refer to the Function button section in Chapter 4, Operating Bas[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-12 The Grand T our System indicators The LED system indicators for specif ic computer operations glow when those operations are in progress. Figure 2-8 System indicators Keyboard indicators The following figures show the position s of the CAPS LOCK indicator and the keypad overlay indicators which show the following conditions: ?[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-13 The Grand T our Figure 2-9 Keypad indicators CAPS LOCK indicator CAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when lette r keys are locked into their uppercase format. Arrow Mode When the Arrow Mode indicator lights green, you can use the gray labeled keys on the keypad overlay as cursor keys. Please refer to the Keypad overlay sectio[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-14 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 CD/DVD-ROM o peration. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows.For further information on loading and un loading discs, please refer to the Writing CD/DV[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-15 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+R W 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 t[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-16 The Grand T our Slim Siz e Remote C ontroller Figure 2-10 Slim Size Remote Controller CD/DVD Brightness down Brightness up Power DVD Menu Vo l u m e + Vo l u m e - OK Mute Back Sta r t Rewind Replay Illumination On/O ff Arrows More info Fast Fo rward Skip Play/Pause St o p CD/DVD Pressing this button wi ll launch an applicatio[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-17 The Grand T our Power St arts or terminates the operating sy stem. This button functions like the Power button of your computer . By default, the Sleep Mode is equivalent to the Power Off state of yourcomputer . T o chan ge the setting, click Start , select Control p anel -> System and Maintenance -> Power Options . The [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-18 The Grand T our Using the Remote Contro ller Some computers include a remote contro l unit, which allo ws you to control some of your computer ’s functions from a distant location. Operational ran ge of the Remote C ontroller Point the Remote controller at your computer and press a button. The operational angle and distance [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-19 The Grand T our Inst alling/Remo ving batteries Be sure to install the provided CR2016 type batteries before usin g the remote controller . Even if within the effective scope a s described ab ove, the remote control may malfunction or not work correctly in the following cases. ■ When an obstacle stands between the infrared r[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-20 The Grand T our T ype of battery that c an be used for the Re mote Controller When the batteries shipped with the Remote Controller are disch arged, replace them with commercially avai lable CR2016 Lithium ba tteries. Other types or battery should not be used. Slim size remote controller Installing the battery 1. Open the batt[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-21 The Grand T our Figure 2-15 Removing the batteries 3. Insert the battery in pl ace. Be sure to place the b atteries with correct polarities. Press the battery down to the stopper then push it forward to fit into the battery case. 4. Close the battery cove r . Close the cover securely until it clicks. Placing Slim size remote c[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-22 The Grand T our Figure 2-17 Removing a Slim size remote contr oller 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 redu[...]

  • Page 69

    User ’s Manual 2-23 The Grand T our ■ 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 bought and shou ld not be used outside of t[...]

  • Page 70

    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[...]

  • Page 71

    User ’s Manual 3-2 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[...]

  • Page 72

    User ’s Manual 3-3 Getting S tarted ■ Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your computer or use AC adaptors specif ied by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer . Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resultin g in serious injury . T OSHIBA assumes no[...]

  • Page 73

    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[...]

  • Page 74

    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[...]

  • Page 75

    User ’s Manual 3-6 Getting S tarted T u rning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power - the Power indicator will then indicate the status. Please refer to the Monitoring of power condition section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes for more information. ■ As the display panel cannot be fli pped to180 degrees, p lease be[...]

  • Page 76

    User ’s Manual 3-7 Getting S tarted 1. Open the computer's display panel. 2. Press the computer's power button. Figure 3-5 T urning on the power St arting up for the first time The Microsoft Windows Vista ® S tartup Screen will be the first screen displayed when you turn on the power . Follow the on-screen instruction s on each screen [...]

  • Page 77

    User ’s Manual 3-8 Getting S tarted 3. Click Start . 4. Click the arrow button ( ) locate d in the power management buttons ( ) and select Shut Down from the menu. 5. T urn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer . Hibernation Mode The Hibern ation Mode feature saves the content s of memory to t he hard disk drive when the computer [...]

  • Page 78

    User ’s Manual 3-9 Getting S tarted S tarting Hibernation Mode T o enter Hibe rnation Mode, follow the steps below . 1. Click Start . 2. Click the arrow button ( ) in the power management buttons ( ) and select Hibernate from the menu. Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to ent er Hibernation Mode auto matically when you pre[...]

  • Page 79

    User ’s Manual 3-10 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 [...]

  • Page 80

    User ’s Manual 3-1 1 Getting S tarted ■ Close the display panel. Please note that this feature must be enabl ed within the Power Options (to access it, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Main tenance -> Pow er Options ). ■ Press the power button. Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options (to acces[...]

  • Page 81

    User ’s Manual 3-12 Getting S tarted System Recovery O ptions The System Recovery Options feature is installed on the hard di sk when shipped from the factory . The System Recove ry Options menu includes tools to repair st a rtup problems, run diagnostics or restore the system. See the Windows Help and Sup port content for more information about [...]

  • Page 82

    User ’s Manual 3-13 Getting S tarted 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 from a variety of different media onto which the recovery imag e can be copied includi[...]

  • Page 83

    User ’s Manual 3-14 Getting S tarted 1. T urn off your computer . 2. While holding down 0 (zero) key on the keyb oard, turn on your computer . 3. A menu will be displayed from which you should follow the on-screen instructions. Restoring the pre-inst alled sof tware from yo ur created Recovery Discs If the pre-installed files are damaged , you ar[...]

  • Page 84

    User ’s Manual 4-1 Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer , highligh ts 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 and[...]

  • Page 85

    User ’s Manual 4-2 Operating Basics Using the Fingerprint Sensor Some models has a fingerprin t 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 les[...]

  • Page 86

    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 about the Fingerprint Se nsor Please be aware of the following consideratio ns when using the fingerprint sensor . A failure to follow these guidel ines might resu[...]

  • Page 87

    User ’s Manual 4-4 Operating Basics ■ Clean the sensor with a lint-free cloth - do not use detergent or any other chemicals to clean the sensor . ■ Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recogni tion as they may result in fingerprint en rollment errors or a drop in the fingerprint recognition success rate ■ Soaked or swolle[...]

  • Page 88

    User ’s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics 1. T o run this program, click Star t -> All Programs -> T rueSuite Access Manager -> T rueSuite Access Manager . 2. The Ve r i f y screen will be disp layed, enter the Windows lo gon password and click the Next button. 3. On the User's Fing ers screen click the box abo ve the finger you wish to r[...]

  • Page 89

    User ’s Manual 4-6 Operating Basics How to Delete the Fingerprint Data Saved fingerprint data is stored in special non-volatile memory inside th e fingerprint sensor . Therefore, if you give the computer to someone el se, or dispose of it in any way , the following process is recommended to delete your fingerprint information: 1. T o run this pro[...]

  • Page 90

    User ’s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics Point s to note about the Fingerprint Utility sof tware The Encrypting File System (EFS) is a Windows V ista ® feature. If a file is encrypted using EFS, it cannot be encrypted fu rther using the fingerprint authenticati on function. Windows Logon via Fingerprint Authen tication If required, you are also able [...]

  • Page 91

    User ’s Manual 4-8 Operating Basics How to Enable Fingerprint Pre-OS Authentication Settings It is necessary to first enroll your fi ngerprint with the Fingerprint Appli cation prior to enabling and configuring the Fingerprin t Pre-OS Authentication System. Y ou should check that your fingerprint is enro lled before configuring the settings (plea[...]

  • Page 92

    User ’s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics Only one fingerprint authenticati on is required to replace the User/BIOS Password and the Windows Logon Password. How to Enable Fingerprint Single-Swipe Sign-on Feature It is necessary to first enroll your fingerprint with the T rueSuite Access Manager prior to enabling and config uring the Fingerprint Single [...]

  • Page 93

    User ’s Manual 4-10 Operating Basics However , the USB Sleep and Charge function may not wo rk 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 . How to enable/disa ble USB sleep and charge function Y ou can set enable/disable U SB sleep an[...]

  • Page 94

    User ’s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics Loading discs T o load CD/DVD's, follow the step s as listed below and refer to figur es 4-4 to 4-6. 1. When the computer's power is on, press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly . Figure 4-3 Pressing the eject button 2. Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully op ened. Figu[...]

  • Page 95

    User ’s Manual 4-12 Operating Basics 3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the disc tray . Figure 4-5 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[...]

  • Page 96

    User ’s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics Removing discs T o remove CD/DVD's, fo llow the 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 t[...]

  • Page 97

    User ’s Manual 4-14 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[...]

  • Page 98

    User ’s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics W ri tng CD/DVD on DVD Super Multi drives Y ou can use the DVD-R drive to w rite data to either CD -R, CD-RW , DVD-R, DVD-R (Dual Layer), DVD-RW , DVD+R, DVD +R (Double Layer), DVD+RW , DVD-RAM, or DVD-R (Dual La yer) discs. TOSH IBA Disc Creator and Ulead DVD MovieFa ctory are provided as writing software wit[...]

  • Page 99

    User ’s Manual 4-16 Operating Basics CD-R: T AIYO YUDEN CO., Lt d. MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L T D. Ricoh Co ., Ltd. Hitachi Maxell,Lt d. CD-RW: (Multi-Speed and High-Speed) MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L T D. Ricoh Co ., Ltd. CD-RW : (Ultra-Speed) MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L T D. DVD-R: DVD Sp ecifications for Rec ordab le Disc for General[...]

  • Page 100

    User ’s Manual 4-17 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 an[...]

  • Page 101

    User ’s Manual 4-18 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[...]

  • Page 102

    User ’s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics ■ 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/Memory S tick PRO Duo, xD picture card, MultiMediaCard, USB device, external monitor, i.LINK device, or an optical digital device. ■ Use the audio[...]

  • Page 103

    User ’s Manual 4-20 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[...]

  • Page 104

    User ’s Manual 4-21 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[...]

  • Page 105

    User ’s Manual 4-22 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 MovieFactory for TOSHIBA -> Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory . 2. Insert a DVD-RW or DVD+R W disc in Bur[...]

  • Page 106

    User ’s Manual 4-23 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 no [...]

  • Page 107

    User ’s Manual 4-24 Operating Basics 3. About S traight to Disc ■ Not support to record on DVD- R/+R disc ■ Not support to record DVD+VR format by HDV ■ HDV support to burn DVD-Video only ■ DVD-VR format not support to add Menu 4. About recorded DVDs ■ Some DVD-ROM drives for perso nal computers or other DVD players may not be able to r[...]

  • Page 108

    User ’s Manual 4-25 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 "Co lors" is set to "Highest (32 bit)". The "Colors" setting can [...]

  • Page 109

    User ’s Manual 4-26 Operating Basics 2. T ouch the CD/DVD p anel on the Front operation panel. Or select St a rt -> All Programs -> T OSHIBA DVD PLA YER 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-Vide[...]

  • Page 110

    User ’s Manual 4-27 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 -[...]

  • Page 111

    User ’s Manual 4-28 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[...]

  • Page 112

    User ’s Manual 4-29 Operating Basics Speaker Configuration Click the playback bu tton to confirm the internal speakers or the headphone sound is coming from the right directi on. 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 [...]

  • Page 113

    User ’s Manual 4-30 Operating Basics Using the web camera Some models are e quipped with a Web Camera. 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 . Camera Assistant Sof tware will [...]

  • Page 114

    User ’s Manual 4-31 Operating Basics Using TOSHIBA Face Recognition This feature uses a face verification lib rary to verify the face data of users when they log in Windows. Th e user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like, which makes the login process easier . Disclaimer T oshi ba does not guarantee that the fa ce recognition uti[...]

  • Page 115

    User ’s Manual 4-32 Operating Basics How to register the Face Re cognition Data T ake a p icture for faci al verification purposes, and register the data neede d when you log in. T o register the data needed when you log in, follow th e steps as de scribed below: 1. T o launch this utility , click Star t -> All Programs -> TOS HI BA -> U[...]

  • Page 116

    User ’s Manual 4-33 Operating Basics 12. The Mana gement screen is displayed. The registered account name wi ll be displayed. Clicking on it wi ll cause the captured image of your face to be displayed on the left. How to Dele te the Face Recogn ition Dat a Delete image data, account information, and personal record data created during registratio[...]

  • Page 117

    User ’s Manual 4-34 Operating Basics 6. Windows Welcome screen will be displayed, and wil l be logged in automatically to Wind ows. 1:1 Mode Login screen 1. T urn on the compu ter . 2. The Select Tiles screen will be displaye d. 3. Select S tart face recogni tion ( ). 4. The Select Account screen will be displayed. 5. Select the account, and clic[...]

  • Page 118

    User ’s Manual 4-35 Operating Basics Region selectio n T ele communication regulations vary from one regio n to another , so you wi ll need to make sure the internal modem’s settings are correct fo r the region in which it will be used. T o select a re gion, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Click Start -> All Programs -> TO SH IB A [...]

  • Page 119

    User ’s Manual 4-36 Operating Basics Location list for region selection Displays a sub-menu appears which details location information. Open dialog box, if the modem and T elephony Curren t Location region code do not match Displays a warning if the current settings for both region cod e and telephony location are di fferent. Modem Sele ction If [...]

  • Page 120

    User ’s Manual 4-37 Operating Basics 2. Plug the other end of the modular cable into a te lephone jack. Figure 4-10 Connecting the internal modem Disconnecting the m odular cable T o discon nect the modular cable, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Pinch the lever on the plug in the telepho ne jack and pull it out from within the co nnector .[...]

  • Page 121

    User ’s Manual 4-38 Operating Basics 2. Select Star t -> All Programs -> NXP FM T uner to start FM sof tware. Wireless com munications The computer's wireless communicat ion function supp orts both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices. All models are provided with Wire less Communicatio n switch. Some models are equipped with both Wirel [...]

  • Page 122

    User ’s Manual 4-39 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[...]

  • Page 123

    User ’s Manual 4-40 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 Bluetoo th TM St a c k . 2. Multi-us er considerations: On Windows Vist a ® , the use of Bluetooth is not supported in [...]

  • Page 124

    User ’s Manual 4-41 Operating Basics Wireless communication indicator The wireless communication indicator shows the status of the computer's wireless com munication function s. If you used the T askbar to disable the wireless LAN, restar t the computer or perform the following procedure to re-enab le it: Star t -> Control Panel -> Sys[...]

  • Page 125

    User ’s Manual 4-42 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 4-12 Connecti[...]

  • Page 126

    User ’s Manual 4-43 Operating Basics 1. Pinch the lever on the connector in the computer ’ s LAN jack an d 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 disconnecti ng from the hu b. Cleaning the computer T o h elp ensure[...]

  • Page 127

    User ’s Manual 4-44 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[...]

  • Page 128

    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[...]

  • Page 129

    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 [...]

  • Page 130

    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 [...]

  • Page 131

    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 Hibernate mode. Output : Pressing FN + F5 changes the active display devi ce. Brightness (Down) : Pressing FN + F6 decreases the comp uter's display panel brightness in individual steps. Brightness ([...]

  • Page 132

    User ’s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard Zoom: Pressing FN + Sp ace change s the display resolution. 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. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (enlarge): Pressing FN + 2 enlarges the icon size on the desktop or the font[...]

  • Page 133

    User ’s Manual 5-6 The Keyboard Keyp ad overl ay 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[...]

  • Page 134

    User ’s Manual 5-7 The Keyboard T emporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on) While using the overlay , you can te mporarily access the normal keyboard functions without having to turn the overlay off: 1. Hold FN and press any other key - this ke y wil l operate as if the overla y were off. 2. T ype upper-case characters b y holding FN + SHIFT [...]

  • Page 135

    User ’s Manual 6-1 Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes The computer°Øs power resources include the AC adap tor 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&apos[...]

  • Page 136

    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 t[...]

  • Page 137

    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[...]

  • Page 138

    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 [...]

  • Page 139

    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[...]

  • Page 140

    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[...]

  • Page 141

    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[...]

  • Page 142

    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[...]

  • Page 143

    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[...]

  • Page 144

    User ’s Manual 6-10 Power and Power-up Modes 5. Slide the batte ry safety lock towards the release ( ) position to make the battery release latch movable. Figure 6-1 Releasing the battery pack (1) 6. Slide and hold the battery release latch (1 ) to disengage the battery pack and then remove it from the computer (2). Figure 6-2 Releasing the batte[...]

  • Page 145

    User ’s Manual 6-1 1 Power and Power-up Modes 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 that the battery pack is securely in place and the battery safety lock (2) is in its position. Figure 6-3 Securing the battery pack 3. T urn your computer ov er [...]

  • Page 146

    User ’s Manual 6-12 Power and Power-up Modes T OSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility provides two levels 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 User Password ■ Registered Click to register a password of up[...]

  • Page 147

    User ’s Manual 6-13 Power and Power-up Modes 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 appear in the LCD: Enter Password [xxxxxxxx] 2. Enter the Password. 3. Press Enter . Power-up modes The computer has three power-up modes: ■ Hibernation ([...]

  • Page 148

    User ’s Manual 6-14 Power and Power-up Modes System aut o off This feature turns the system of f automat ically if it is not used for a set duration. The system shuts down in sleep mode or hibernation mode.[...]

  • Page 149

    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 Priority , Keyboard, USB, LAN and LED Illumination. Accessing HW Set up S tart, point[...]

  • Page 150

    User ’s Manual 7-2 HW Setup and Passwords General 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 Pas[...]

  • Page 151

    User ’s Manual 7-3 HW Setup and Passwords Not registered If they do not match, the follow ing message appe ars. Y ou must rep eat step 1. Incorrect Password!!! 4. Follow the same procedures d escribed in the earl ier section, How to set the password, to set a new user p assword. Display This tab allows you to customize your comp uter ’s display[...]

  • Page 152

    User ’s Manual 7-4 HW Setup and Passwords Keyboard Wa ke-up on Keyboar d When this feature is enabl ed and the computer is in Sleep mode, you can turn on the computer by pressing any key . It is effective only for the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in Sleep mode. USB Legacy USB Support Use this option to enable or disabl e USB Le[...]

  • Page 153

    User ’s Manual 7-5 HW Setup and Passwords Built-in LA N This feature enables or disables th e Built-in LAN. illumination illumination ON/OFF This feature allo ws you to set conditions for Fro nt Edge Logo LED, touchpad illumination LED and Functio n button backlight LED. (Dependin g on the model you purchased) Enabled Enables W ake-up on LAN. Dis[...]

  • Page 154

    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[...]

  • Page 155

    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 [...]

  • Page 156

    User ’s Manual 8-3 Optional Devices 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 Bar . 2. Point to ExpressCard and click th e left T ouch Pad control button. 3. Press the ExpressCard eject button to partially extend it out of the computer . 4[...]

  • Page 157

    User ’s Manual 8-4 Optional Devices Figure 8-3 Examples of memory media Memory media This section provid es the important safety precautions in order to h andle your memory media. Points to note about the SD/SDHC memory card SD/SDHC memory cards comply wi th SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful[...]

  • Page 158

    User ’s Manual 8-5 Optional Devices ■ The maximum capacity of SD memo ry cards is 2GB. The maximum capacity of SDHC memory cards is 16G . Memory media format New medi a cards are format ted according to specific standards. If you wish to reformat a media card, be sure to do so with a device that uses media cards. Formatting an SD/SDHC memory ca[...]

  • Page 159

    User ’s Manual 8-6 Optional Devices Point to note abou t memory mo dule error If you install a memory module that is not compatible with the computer , the Power indicator will flashes in the follow ing ways; ■ If there is an error in only Slot A or no memory module is inserted in Slot A: repeatedly flashes amber twice, then green. ■ If there[...]

  • Page 160

    User ’s Manual 8-7 Optional Devices 3. T urn the co mputer upside down and remove the memory module cover . Figure 8-4 Removing the memory module cover 4. Align the notch of the memory modul e with tha t of the memory module slot and gently insert the module into the slot at about a 45 de gree angle before holding it down until th e latches on ei[...]

  • Page 161

    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[...]

  • Page 162

    User ’s Manual 8-9 Optional Devices 3. T urn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes , if required). 4. Push the latches away from the module in order to release it. 5. Grasp the memory module by its edges and remove it from the computer . 6. Seat the[...]

  • Page 163

    User ’s Manual 8-10 Optional Devices Figure 8-6 USB floppy diskette drive 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&apos[...]

  • Page 164

    User ’s Manual 8-1 1 Optional Devices Figure 8-7 Connecting the U SB floppy diske tte drive 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 Indica tor light to go out to make sure all floppy diskette[...]

  • Page 165

    User ’s Manual 8-12 Optional Devices Connecting the eS A T A device T o connect an eSA T A device, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Connect an eSA T A cable to the eSA T A/USB combo port. Figure 8-8 Connecting an eSA T A cable to the USB (eSA T A combo) por t Disconnecting an eSA T A device When you have finished using an eSA T A device, yo[...]

  • Page 166

    User ’s Manual 8-13 Optional Devices 4. Carefully pull an eSA T A device 's USB (eSA T A combo) connector out from within the computer's USB (eSA T A combo) port. External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the computer 's external monitor port, with the computer suppo rting WUXGA vi deo mode. In order to connec[...]

  • Page 167

    User ’s Manual 8-14 Optional Devices Y ou can use the hotk eys FN + F5 to chang e the display device. Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard . Connecting the H DMI out port 1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port of the HDMI device. Figure 8-10 Connecting the HDMI out port 2. Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port [...]

  • Page 168

    User ’s Manual 8-15 Optional Devices Settings for display video o n HDMI T o view vide o on the HDMI device, be sure to configure the fo llowing settings otherwise you may find that nothing is displayed. Select HD Form at T o select th e display mode, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Click Start and click Control Panel . 2. Click Appearance[...]

  • Page 169

    User ’s Manual 8-16 Optional Devices Using REGZA Link (PC Control) T oshi ba notebooks with REGZA Link incl ude a T oshiba utility dedicated to take advantage of its cap abilities whi ch can allow you to: ■ Use the TV remote control to output the computer sc reen onto the TV screen. ■ Use the TV remote control to launch, operate and close app[...]

  • Page 170

    User ’s Manual 8-17 Optional Devices i.LINK (IEEE1394) i.LINK ( IEEE1394), is used for hi gh-speed data transfer between a range of compatible devices such as: ■ Digital video cameras ■ Hard disk drives ■ Magneto Optical drives ■ Writable optical disc drives Precautions ■ Make a back-up of you r data before transferring it to the comput[...]

  • Page 171

    User ’s Manual 8-18 Optional Devices Connecting the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cabl e T o conn ect the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Make sure the connectors are pr operly aligned and pl ug the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable into the computer . Figure 8-12 Connecting the i.LINK (I EEE1394) cable into the computer 2. Plug the oth[...]

  • Page 172

    User ’s Manual 8-19 Optional Devices Security lock A security locks enable you to ancho r your computer a desk or other heavy object in order to help prevent unautho rized removal or theft. The computer has a security lock slot on its right side into which you can attach one end of the security cable, while the other end attaches to a desk or sim[...]

  • Page 173

    User ’s Manual 8-20 Optional Devices[...]

  • Page 174

    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 [...]

  • Page 175

    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 can 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 [...]

  • Page 176

    User ’s Manual 9-3 T roubleshooting ■ Do you hear any beeps, if so how many , are they long or short and are they high pitched or low pitched? In addition, is the computer making any unusual noise s? Write down what you hear. Record your observations so you can describe them in detail to your reseller , dealer or service provider . Hardware and[...]

  • Page 177

    User ’s Manual 9-4 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 exe cuted aut omatically a nd the following will be displaye d: This message remains on the screen for a few sec[...]

  • Page 178

    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 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[...]

  • Page 179

    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[...]

  • Page 180

    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] [...]

  • Page 181

    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. Hard disk drive Problem Pro cedure No display Press the FN + F5 hot keys to adjust the display priority , and to [...]

  • Page 182

    User ’s Manual 9-9 T roubleshooting DVD Supe r Multi drive For further information, please 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 [...]

  • Page 183

    User ’s Manual 9-10 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 . Some CD/DVD/DVDs run correctly , but others do not The computer's software or hardware configura tion may be causing a probl em - ensure that the[...]

  • Page 184

    User ’s Manual 9-1 1 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 reinsert it in orde[...]

  • Page 185

    User ’s Manual 9-12 T roubleshooting Memory S tick/Memory S tick PRO /Memory S tick PRO Duo For further information, please refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . xD picture card For further information, please refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . Problem Pro cedure Memory S tick/Memory S tick PRO/Memory S tick PRO Duo error occurs Remove the M[...]

  • Page 186

    User ’s Manual 9-13 T roubleshooting MultiMediaC ard For further information, please refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . Infrared receiver window If you are using a USB mouse, you should also refer to both the USB device section in this chapter , and the documen tation supplied with your mouse. Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse, you[...]

  • Page 187

    User ’s Manual 9-14 T roubleshooting Double-tapping does not work In this instance, you should initiall y try changing the double-click speed setti ng within the Mouse Control utility . 1. T o access this utility , click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Soun d -> Mouse icon. 2. Within the Mouse Prope rties window , click the Button[...]

  • Page 188

    User ’s Manual 9-15 T roubleshooting USB mouse Problem Procedure On-screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation In this inst ance the system might be busy - T ry moving the mouse again after waiting a short while. Remove the mouse from the comp uter and then reconnect it to a free USB port it in order to ensure it is firmly attached. Doubl[...]

  • Page 189

    User ’s Manual 9-16 T roubleshooting Fingerprint Sensor USB device In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with yo ur USB device. Problem Pro cedure Reading of the fingerprint was not successful. In this instance you should try the fingerprint reading operation agai n using the correct fing[...]

  • Page 190

    User ’s Manual 9-17 T roubleshooting USB Sleep and Charge functi on For more information and settings, please re fer to the USB Sleep and Charge function section in Chapter 7, H W Setup and Passwords . Problem Procedure I cannot use the "USB Sleep and Charge function". The setting of "USB Sleep and Charge function" may be [Dis[...]

  • Page 191

    User ’s Manual 9-18 T roubleshooting 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 . External devices connected to the compatible port s do not work wh en connecte d to a comp atible port. Some external devices may not work when connected to a compatible po[...]

  • Page 192

    User ’s Manual 9-19 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[...]

  • Page 193

    User ’s Manual 9-20 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[...]

  • Page 194

    User ’s Manual 9-21 T roubleshooting Modem No display T ry adjusting the con trast and brightness 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 [...]

  • Page 195

    User ’s Manual 9-22 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 pule dialling selection feature is set correctly . Communication is cut off[...]

  • Page 196

    User ’s Manual 9-23 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[...]

  • Page 197

    User ’s Manual 9-24 T roubleshooting i.LINK (IEEE1394) devi ce Video Playback Problem Pro cedure i.LINK device does n ot function Check that the cable connecting the external device to the computer is firmly attached. Check to ensure that power is being suppli ed to the device and that the device is turned on. Reinstall the drivers requi red for [...]

  • Page 198

    User ’s Manual 9-25 T roubleshooting FM tuner 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[...]

  • Page 199

    User ’s Manual 9-26 T roubleshooting 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 Germany & Austria TOSHIBA Europe (I.E.) GmbH Geschäftsbereich, Deutschland-Österreich Hammfelddamm 8, D-41460 Neuss, Germany Canada TOSHIBA of Canada Lt d.[...]

  • Page 200

    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[...]

  • Page 201

    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[...]

  • Page 202

    User ’s Manual 10-3 Disclaimers Battery Life 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 mod els[...]

  • Page 203

    User ’s Manual 10-4 Disclaimers The actual transmission speed will be lowe r than the theoretical maximum speed. New wireless network ad apter "AR9281" supports IEEE802.1 1b/g/draf t-n but does not support IEEE02.1 1a. The wireless adapter is based on a draft 2.0 re lease version of the IEEE 802.1 1n specification and; may not be full c[...]

  • Page 204

    User ’s Manual Appendixes-1 TECRA M7 Appendix A Specifications 1 Appendix B Display Controller 1 Appendix C V.90/V.92 1 Appendix D Wireless LAN 1 Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors 1[...]

  • Page 205

    User ’s Manual A-1 Appendix A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the computer ’ s te chnical 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 9 0% Altitude (from sea level) -30 to 3,000 meters -30 to 10,000 mete[...]

  • Page 206

    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[...]

  • Page 207

    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[...]

  • Page 208

    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 ndi[...]

  • Page 209

    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 3 20[...]

  • Page 210

    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: auto matic speed selection - maximum modem speed(default)[...]

  • Page 211

    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?[...]

  • Page 212

    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[...]

  • Page 213

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

  • Page 214

    User ’s Manual D-4 T able Wireless IEEE 802.1 1 Channels Sets (Revision A) Frequency Range Channel ID 5 150-5850 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 5[...]

  • Page 215

    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 combo type only . *4 Available Area: US (USA, CANADA) only .[...]

  • Page 216

    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 listed as below: Length: Minimum 1.7 meters Wire size: Mi nimum 0.75 mm 2 Current rating: Minimum 2.5 amperes V olt age ratin[...]

  • Page 217

    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[...]

  • Page 218

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

  • Page 219

    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 [...]

  • Page 220

    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-2 Glossary 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 MB: megabyte MMC: multi media card OCR: optical character[...]

  • Page 221

    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-3 Glossary analog signal: A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to (are an analog of) the value to be transmitted. V oice communicat ions are anal og signals. application: A group of programs that to get her are used for a specific task such as accounting, financial planni ng, s[...]

  • Page 222

    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-4 Glossary byte: The repr esentation of a single char acter . A sequence of 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 is duplicated for quick access. Accessing data from cache is faster tha[...]

  • Page 223

    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-5 Glossary components: Element s or parts (of a syst em) which make up the whole (system). Composite V ideo (YUV): A standard video signal use d to transmit images, e.g. from a VCR to a TV . computer program : A set of instructions writte n for a compu ter that enable it to achi eve a desired resu lt. computer system: A c[...]

  • Page 224

    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-6 Glossary Digital Audio: An audio compression standard that enables high-qual ity transmission and real-time playback of sound files. disk drive: The device that randomly accesses information on a disk and copies it to the computer°¶s memory . It also writes data from memory to the disk. T o accomplish these tasks, the[...]

  • Page 225

    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[...]

  • Page 226

    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-8 Glossary G gigabyte (GB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 megabytes. See also megabyte. 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 mu[...]

  • Page 227

    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-9 Glossary interrupt request: A signal that gives a component access to the processor . I/O: Input/output. Refers to acceptance and transfer of data to and from a computer . I/O devices: Equipme nt used to communicate with the computer and transfer data to and from it. IrDA 1.1: An industry standard that enables cableless[...]

  • Page 228

    User ’s Manual Glossary-10 Glossary memory: T ypically re fers to the computer 's main memory , where programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed. Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily , such as RAM, or it can be n onvolatile and h old data permanently , such as ROM. A computer's main memory is RAM. See RAM,[...]

  • Page 229

    User ’s Manual Glossary-1 1 Glossary operating system: A group of programs that controls the basic operation of a computer . Operating system functions include in terpreting programs, creating data files, and controll ing the transmission and receipt (input/outpu t) of data to and from memory and peripheral device. output: The results of a comput[...]

  • Page 230

    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[...]

  • Page 231

    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[...]

  • Page 232

    User ’s Manual Glossary-14 Glossary window: A porti on of the screen that can display its own application, document or dialog box. Often used to mean a Microsoft Windows window . Wireless LAN: Local Area Network (LAN) throug h wireless communication. write protecti on: A method for protecting a floppy diskette from accidental erasure.[...]

  • Page 233

    User ’s Manual 11 TECRA M7 A AC adaptor, 1-6 additional, 1-17 connecting, 3-2 DC IN 19V jack, 2-6 ASCII characters, 5-7 B Battery charging, 6-5 extending ba ttery life, 6-8 indicator, 2-12, 6- 2 Monitoring capacity, 6-7 real time clock, 1-5, 6-4 save mode, 1-12 types, 6-3 Battery Charger, 8-11 Battery pack, 1-5, 2-8 additional, 8-11 replacing, 6-[...]

  • Page 234

    User ’s Manual 12 TECRA M7 Documentation list, 1-2 E Equipment check list, 1-1 ExpressCard, 1-6, 8-2 inserting, 8-2 problems, 9-11 removing , 8-3 External monitor, 1-6, 2 -3, 8-15 problems, 9-20 F Fingerprint Sensor problems, 9-16 FN + 1 (TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce), 5-5 FN + 2 (TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge), 5-5 FN + ENTER, 5-3 FN + ESC ([...]

  • Page 235

    User ’s Manual 13 TECRA M7 Lock, 5-3 Mute, 5-3 Output, 5-4 Power Plan, 5-3 Sleep, 5-4 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (enlarge ), 5-5 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (reduce), 5-5 Touch Pad, 5-4 Wireless, 5-4 Zoom, 5-5 HW Setup accessing, 7-1 general, 7-2 HW Setup utility, 1-15 I i.LINK, 1-6, 2-5, 8-19 precautions, 8-19 problems, 9-24 Indicators Battery, 2-12, 6[...]

  • Page 236

    User ’s Manual 14 TECRA M7 L LAN, 1-8, 4-41 cable types, 4-41 connecting, 4-42 disconnecting, 4-42 jack, 2-4 problems, 9-22 M Media care, 4-26 CD/DVDs, 4-26 Memory, 1-3 expansion, 1-17 installing, 8-8 removing , 8-10 Modem, 1-8, 4-34 connecting, 4-36 disconnecting, 4-37 jack, 2-6 problems, 9-21 properties menu, 4- 35 region selection, 4-35 Moving[...]

  • Page 237

    User ’s Manual 15 TECRA M7 Sleep Mode, 3-9 system auto off, 6-14 turning off, 3 -7 turning on, 3 -6 Problems AC power, 9-5 Analyzing the problem, 9- 2 Battery, 9-6 Bluetooth, 9-23 ExpressCard, 9-11 External monitor, 9-20 Fingerprint Sensor, 9-1 6 Hard disk drive, 9-8 Hardware and syst em checklist, 9-3 HDMI Monitor, 9-23 i.LINK (IEEE1394) device,[...]

  • Page 238

    User ’s Manual 16 TECRA M7 R Recovery Discs, 3-14 Recovery hard disk drive, 3-13 Restarting the computer, 3-11 S SD/SDHC memory card, miniSD/microSD Card problems, 9-11 Security lock attaching, 8- 21 Sleep Mode, 1-13 setting, 3-9 System aut omatic, 1-11 Soft keys emulating keys on enhanced keyboard, 5-2 ENTER, 5-3 ScrLock, 5-3 Sound system, 1-7, [...]

  • Page 239

    User ’s Manual 17 TECRA M7 Volume control, 2-3 W Web Camera, 1-7 Wireless communication, 4-38 indicator, 4-41 Wireless communication switch, 1-9, 2-1, 4-40 Wireless LAN, 1-8, 4-38 problems, 9-23 X xD picture card problems, 9-12[...]