Toshiba C650 manual

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    User ’ s Manual Satellite C650/C650D Satellite Pro C650/C650D Series[...]

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    User ’s Manual i Copyright © 2010 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior writ- ten permission of TOSHIBA. No pa tent liability is assume d, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. TOSHIBA Satellite C650/Satellite C650D /Satellite P[...]

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    User ’s Manual ii Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association. MultiMediaCard and MMC are tradema rks of Mu ltiMediaCard Association. Labelflash™ is a trademark of Y AMAHA CORPORA TION . Other trademarks and registered trad emarks not listed above may be used in this manual. Safety Instructions Use the following safety guideline[...]

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    User ’s Manual iii FCC Information FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Inform ation” 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 installation[...]

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    User ’s Manual iv EU Conformity S tatem ent This product is carrying the CE-Ma r k in accordance wi th the relate d European Directives. Responsibl e for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Ge rmany . The co mplete and official EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on TOSHIBA ’s web site http://epps.toshiba-teg.c[...]

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    User ’s Manual v Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in workin g environments that are not approved are not the responsibility of TOSHIBA.The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working environments may be: ■ Interference with other devices or machines in the near surrounding area. ■ Malfunction of, or [...]

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    User ’s Manual vi Following Information Is Only V alid for EU-member S tates Disposal of Products Disposal of Batteries an d/or Accumulators The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol in dicates that products must be collected and disp osed of separately from household waste . Integrated batteries and accumulators can be di sposed of with the produc[...]

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    User ’s Manual vii Disposing of the Comp uter 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 hold a c[...]

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    User ’s Manual viii ENERGY ST AR ® Program Optical Disc Drive S tandards TOSHIBA Satellite C650/Satellite C650D /Satellite Pro C6 50/Satellite Pro C650D Series computer is shipp ed with one of the following drives preinstalled: DVD Su per Multi ( ± R DL) drive or DVD Super Multi ( ± R DL) /w Label Flash drive. The drive has one of the followin[...]

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    User ’s Manual ix Optical Disc Drive Safe ty Instructions DVD Super Multi (±R DL) Drive Panasonic Syst em Networks UJ890AD/UJ890ED ■ The drive employs a la ser system. T o ensure proper use of this product, please read this manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require main tenance, co ntact an authorized servi[...]

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    User ’s Manual x T oshiba Samsun g S torage T echnology TS-L633C/TS-L633Y Hitachi-LG Data S torage G T30N/G T30F 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 oshiba Samsung Stor age T echno logy Korea Co[...]

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    User ’s Manual xi TEAC DV -W28 S-V Location of the required label THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH 21 CFR 1040.10 AND 1040.1 1 EXCEPT FOR DEVIA TIONS PUR SUANT TO LASER NOTICE NO.50. DA TED JUNE 24,2007. MANUF ACTURED TEAC CORPORA TION 1-47 OCHIAI, T AMA-SHI, TOKYO, JAP A N[...]

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

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    User ’s Manual xiii 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 vaaralli sta lasersäteilyä. CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER T[...]

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    User ’s Manual xiv T a ble of Contents Preface General Precautions Chapter 1 Getting St arted Equipment Ch ecklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    User ’s Manual xv Keyboard Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Optical Disc Dri v e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Region Codes for DVD Drives and Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Writ able Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    User ’s Manual xvi Connecting the security lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22 Chapter 4 Operating Basics Using The T ouchp ad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Using The W eb Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Using TOS[...]

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    User ’s Manual xvii Cleaning The Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28 Moving The Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28 Heat Dispersal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29 Chapter 5 The Keyboard T ype[...]

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    User ’s Manual xviii Hardware and System Checkli st . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 System S tart-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Self T est . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Power . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    User ’s Manual xix Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Satellite C650/Satellite C650D/Satellite Pro C650/Satellite Pro C650D Series computer . This pow- erful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to provide years of relia- ble, high-performance comp uting. This manual tells you how to set up an d begin using your Satelli[...]

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    User ’s Manual xx Preface Chapter 5, The Keyboard , describes special keyboard functions such as hot keys. Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes , gives det ails on the comp uter ’s power resources and battery save modes. Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords , explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program. It also tells how to se[...]

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    User ’s Manual xxi 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 erminolog y This term is defined in this document as follows: ABC Names of windows or ico ns or text generated by the computer that appear on its di splay screen are [...]

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    User ’s Manual xxii 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 caution[...]

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

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

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    User ’s Manual 1-1 Chapter 1 Getting S t arted This chapter provides an equipment checkli st, and it identifies the computer ’s features, options and accessories. Equipment Checklist Carefully unpack your computer . Save the box and packaging material s for future use. Hardware Check to make sure you have al l the following items: ■ Satellite[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-2 Getting S tarted Sof t ware Windows 7 The following software is preinstalled: ■ Windows 7 ■ Display Drivers for Windows ■ LAN Driver ■ Pointing D evice Drive r ■ Sound Driver for Windows ■ Wireless LAN driver ■ TOSHIBA Assist ■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree ■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator ■ TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER (Is preinstalled [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-3 Getting S tarted ■ Restoring the pre-installed software from the Recove ry hard disk drive ■ Restoring the pre-installed software from your created Reco very Media If you are a new user, follow the steps in each section of this chapter as you prepare to operat e your computer Connecting the AC Adaptor Attach the AC adaptor [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-4 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 . TOSHIBA assumes no [...]

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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 19V 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 Display The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing. While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main 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 m[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-7 Getting S tarted T urni ng On The Power This section describes how to turn on the power - the Power indicator will then indicate the status. Please refer to the System Indicators section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes for more information. 1. Open the displa y panel . 2. Press and hold the computer ’s power button for[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-8 Getting S tarted 1. If you have entered data, either save it to the hard disk drive or to other storage me dia. 2. Make sure all disk/disc activity has stopp ed before removing the CD/DVD or floppy diskette. 3. Click Start . 4. Click the Shut down button ( ). 5. Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer. Sleep [...]

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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 a tic electricity or electrical noise. Hibernation Mode The Hibern ation Mode feature saves the co ntents of mem ory to the ha r[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-1 1 Getting S tarted S t arting Hibernation Mode T o enter Hiber nation Mode, follow the steps below . 1. Click Start . 2. Point to the arrow icon ( ) and then select Hibernate from the me nu. Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to ent er Hibernation Mode auto matically when you press the power button or clo[...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-12 Getting S tarted ■ Press the power button and hold it do wn for five seconds. Once the computer has turned itself off, wait between ten and fifteen seconds before turning the power on again by pressing the power button. System Recovery Opti ons There is a hidden partition allocated on the hard disk drive for the System Recov[...]

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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 4. Double click the Recovery Media C reator icon on the Windows 7 desktop, or select the application from Start Menu. 5. After Recovery Media Creator starts , select the type of media and the title you wish to copy , and then click the Cre ate button. Restoring the pre-in sta lled softw are from the Reco very [...]

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    User ’s Manual 1-15 Getting S tarted 1. Load the Recovery Media into th e computer and turn off the compu- ter's power . 2. While holding down F12 ke y on the keyboard, turn on you r computer - when the TOSHIBA Leading Innovation>>> logo screen appears, release the F12 key . 3. Use the up and down cursor key to select the appropriat[...]

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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 Disp lay Closed Figure 2-1 shows the computer ’s front with its display p ane l in the closed position. Figure 2-1 Front of the computer with displa[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-2 The Grand T our Lef t Side Figure 2-2 show s the computer ’s lef t side. Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer External monitor port This 15-pin port allows you to connect an external monitor . Fan vent Pro vides air flow for the fan. 1.E XTERNAL MONITOR PORT 2.F AN VENT 3.S ECURITY LOCK SLOT 4.LAN JACK 5.H EADPHONE JACK 6[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-3 The Grand T our ■ Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN jack. It could cause damage or malfunction . ■ Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply . It could cause damage or malfunction. Head phone jack A standard 3.5 mm mini headphone jack enables connection of a stereo headphone (16 ohm minimum) or[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-4 The Grand T our Right Si de Figure 2-3 show s the computer ’s right side . Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer Back Side Figure 2-4 show s the computer’s back side. Figure 2-4 The computer ’s back side Optical disc drive A DVD Super Multi (± R DL) drive. DC IN 19V The AC adaptor connects to this socket. Use only th[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-5 The Grand T our Underside Figure 2-5 shows the underside of the compute r . Ma ke sure the di splay is closed before turning o ver your computer . Figure 2-5 The underside of the compute r Battery pack The battery pack powers the computer when the AC adaptor is not co nnected. Th e Batteries section in Chapter 6, Power and Powe[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-6 The Grand T our Front with Th e Display Open Figure 2-6 shows the front of the co mputer with the display ope n.T o open the display , lift the display up and position the display at a comfortable viewing angle. Figure 2-6 The front with the display open Web ca me ra L ED The web camera LED glows blue when the web camera softwa[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our Power button Press the power button to turn the computer ’s power on and off. The Power indicator indicates the status. Stereo speaker The speaker emits sound generated by your software as well as audi o alarms, such as lo w battery condition, generated by the system. System indicators T wo LEDs allow you to m[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-8 The Grand T our System Indicators Figure 2-7 shows the system indicators, which light when various computer operations are in progress. Figure 2-7 System indicators DC IN/Battery The DC IN/Battery indicator shows the condition of the charge. Green means fully charged and glows amber means being charged. During critical low batt[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-9 The Grand T our Keyboard Indicators The figure below shows the positi on of the CAPS LOCK indicator and the NUM LOCK indicator which show the follo wing conditions: ■ When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows, th e keyboard is in a ll-caps mode. ■ When the NUM LOCK indicator glows, the ten key allows you to enter numbers. Figure 2[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-10 The Grand T our Optical Disc Drive The computer is equi pped with a DVD Super Multi (±R DL ) drive. Region Codes for DVD Drives and M edia DVD DVD drive and their media are manufa ctured according to the specifications of six marketing re gions. When you purchase DVD-Video, make sure it matches yo ur drive, otherwise it will [...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-1 1 The Grand T our DVD Super Multi ( ± R DL) Drive The full-size DVD Super Multi drive (± R DL) module allows you to record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12cm (4.72") or 8cm (3.15") CD/DVDs withou t using an adapter . DVD read 8 speed (maximum) DVD-R write 8 speed (maximum) DVD-RW write 6 speed (ma[...]

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    User ’s Manual 2-12 The Grand T our AC Adaptor The AC adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to the computer . It can automatically adjust to any voltage from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz, enabli ng you to use the computer in almost any region. T o recharge the battery , simply conne[...]

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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 *1 Memory *2 Built-in Y our computer is equipped with one processor and processor type varies depending on model. T o check which type of p[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-2 Hardware, Utilities and Options Disks Vi deo RAM *6 Depending on the model you purchased. Mobile Intel ® GM45 Express Chipset model/ Mobile Intel ® GL40 Express Chipset mode/ Mobile Intel ® HM55 Express Chipset model: Video RAM capacity shares with main memory , and the proportio n depends on Dynamic Video Memory T echnology[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-3 Hardware, Utilities and Options 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 . DVD Super Multi (±R DL) Drive Some models are equi pped with a full-size DVD Super Multi (± R DL) drive mod ule th[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-4 Hardware, Utilities and Options Display Power Saving T echnology Y our model may include the Display Po wer Saving T echnology feature that can save the computer's power consum ption by optimizing picture contrast on the internal LCD. This feature can be used if the computer is: ■ configured with Mob ile Intel ® GM45 Ex[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-5 Hardware, Utilities and Options Pointing D evice Power Ports Slots Built-in A touchpad and control buttons in the palm rest enable control of the on-screen poi nter . Battery pack *3 The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack. RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real T ime Clock (RTC) and[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-6 Hardware, Utilities and Options Multimed ia Communications Security Sof t ware Web camera Reco rd/Send still or video images with this integrated web camera. (Provide d with some models) Sound syst em Windows Sound System compatible sound sys- tem provides internal speaker as well as jacks for an external microphone and headpho[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-7 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 comp uter more convenient to use . To access the Power Options, click Start → Control P anel → System and Maintenance → Power Options . Hot keys Key combinations a llow[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-8 Hardware, Utilities and Options Panel power on/o ff This feature turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the panel is opened. This can be specified in the Power Optio ns. Low battery automatic Hibernation Mod e When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operatio[...]

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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 preinstalled on the computer . TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the features of more various power supply managements. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce [...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-10 Hardware, Utilities and Options Utilities and Applications This section describes preinstalled utili ties and tells how to start them. For details on operation, refer to each ut ility’s online manual, help files or readme.txt files TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that provides access to specific t[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-1 1 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA Media Controller This application allows you to con trol your music, pictures and video s by streaming content to any compatible device in your home. T o access this utility ,click Star t → All Programs → TOS HI BA → TOSHIBA Media Controller → TOSHI BA Media Controller . For mor[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-12 Hardware, Utilities and Options 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: Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer ’s capabilities and its versatility . The following optio nal devices are available from you[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-13 Hardware, Utilities and Options Power Devices ■ Additional battery pack (3 cell and 6 cell) ■ Additional AC adaptor Peripheral Devices ■ USB FDD Kit ■ External monitor Other ■ Security lock Bridge Media Slot The computer is equipped with a Bri dge media sl ot that can accommodate some kinds of memory media with vari [...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-14 Hardware, Utilities and Options Memory Media This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media. Point s to Note About the SD/SDHC/SD XC Memory Card SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards comply with SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or pl[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-15 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 o f a card or expose i t to liquids or let i t [...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-16 Hardware, Utilities and Options Inserting a M emory Me dia The following instru ctions apply to all types of supported media device s. T o insert a memory media , follow the steps as det ailed below: 1. Insert the memory card. 2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection. Figure 3-2 Inserting the memor y card Removing a Mem ory[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-17 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-3 Removing the inser ted memory card Memory Exp ansion Y ou can install additional me mory in the compute r ’s memory module to increase the amount of RAM. Inst alling Memory Modu le T o install a memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then: 1. T urn the computer of f i[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-18 Hardware, Utilities and Options 2. Remove all cables conne cted to the computer . 3. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refe r to Replacing The Battery Pack section in Chapter 6.) 4. Remove one screw securing th e memory module cover . 5. Lift off the cover . Figure 3-4 Removing the cover 6. Insert the [...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-19 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-5 Inserting the memory mod ule Figure 3-6 Pushing the memory module down 8. Seat the cover and secure it with one screw . 9. When you turn the computer on, it shoul d automatical ly recogni ze the total memory capacity . Use the HW Setup program to veri fy that the added memory is recog[...]

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    User ’s Manual 3-20 Hardware, Utilities and Options Removing Memory M odule T o remove th e memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then: 1. Turn the computer off and remove all cable s connected to the com- puter . 2. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refe r to Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes .) 3. Remo[...]

  • Page 73

    User ’s Manual 3-21 Hardware, Utilities and Options Additional Battery Pa ck (3 Cell and 6 Cell) Y ou can increase the portability of t he computer with additional battery packs. If you’re away from an AC power source, you can replace a low battery with a fully charged o ne. See Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes . Additional AC Adaptor If you[...]

  • Page 74

    User ’s Manual 3-22 Hardware, Utilities and Options 3. T urn the external mo nitor ’s power on. 4. T urn the computer ’s power on. When you turn on the power , the com puter automatically recognizes the monitor and determines whether it is color or monoch rome device.In the event that you find that there are issues getting an image displayed [...]

  • Page 75

    User ’s Manual 4-1 Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operation s including using the touchpad, optical disc drives, Audio/ Video controls, the web camera, the microphone, wireless communication an d LAN. It also provides tips on caring for your computer , diskettes and CD/DVD. Using The T ouchpad T o use the touch[...]

  • Page 76

    User ’s Manual 4-2 Operating Basics Figure 4-1 T ouchpad and control buttons T ouch Pad Gestu re Please refer to the touch pad settings in mouse properties. 1.T OUCHPAD CONTRO L BUTTONS 2.T OUCHPAD[...]

  • Page 77

    User ’s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics Using The Web Camera Built-in web camera is provided with some models. This section describes the bundl ed webc am utility , which can captu re still and video images. The web camera wil l auto-run when Windows starts and the LED glows blue. Figure 4-2 Web camera Please unstick the protective plasti c-film befo[...]

  • Page 78

    User ’s Manual 4-4 Operating Basics Using TOSHIBA We b Camera Applicati on TOSHIBA W eb Camera Application is pre-configured to start when you turn on Windows 7; if you need to restart it go to Start → All Programs → TOS HI BA → Ut ilities → Web Camera Application . Figure 4-3 Using TOSHIBA Web Camera Application Capture Settin gs Open Ca[...]

  • Page 79

    User ’s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics Using The T OSHIB A 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 . This software is preinstalled with some models. Not[...]

  • Page 80

    User ’s Manual 4-6 Operating Basics How to Register The F ace Recognition Dat a T ake a p icture for facial verifica tion purposes, and register the 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 Start → All Programs → TOS H I BA → Utilities[...]

  • Page 81

    User ’s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics 12. The Management screen is displayed. The registered account na me will be displayed. Clicki ng on it will cause the captured image of your face to be displa yed on the left. How to Delete The F ace Recognition Dat a Delete image data, account information, and personal record data created during registration.[...]

  • Page 82

    User ’s Manual 4-8 Operating Basics 6. Windows W elcome screen will be displayed, and will be logged in automatically to Windows. 1:1 Mode Login Screen 1. T u rn on the computer . 2. The Select Tile s scree n will be displa yed. 3. Select St art face recognition . 4. The Select Account screen will be displayed. 5. Select the account, an d click t[...]

  • Page 83

    User ’s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics Loading Discs Please follow the steps below and refer to figures. 1. a. When the power is on, press the eject button to open the drawer slightly . Figure 4-4 Pressing the eject button b. Pressing the eject button will not open the drawer when the drive’s power is off. If the power is of f, you can open the dr[...]

  • Page 84

    User ’s Manual 4-10 Operating Basics 2. Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened. Figure 4-6 Pulling the draw er open 3. Lay the CD/DVD with the label side up in the drawer . Figure 4-7 Inserting a CD/DVD When the drawer is fully opened, th e edge of the computer will extend slightly over the CD/DVD tray . Th eref ore, you will n[...]

  • Page 85

    User ’s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics 4. Press gently at the center of the CD/DVD until you fee l it click into place. The CD/DVD should lie below the top of the spindle, flus h with the spindle base. 5. Push the center of the drawer to cl ose it. Press gently until it locks i nto place. Figure 4-8 Closing the drawer Removing Discs T o remove th [...]

  • Page 86

    User ’s Manual 4-12 Operating Basics 2. The CD/DVD extends slightly over th e sides of the drawer so you can grasp it. Hold the CD/DVD gently and lift it out. Figure 4-9 Removing a CD/DVD 3. Push the center of the drawer to cl ose it. Press gently until it locks i nto place. W ri ting CD/ DVDs on DVD Super Multi (±R DL) Drive Some models are equ[...]

  • Page 87

    User ’s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics Before W riting or Rewriting ■ Based on TOSHIBA ’s limited comp at ibility testing, we suggest the following manufacturers of CD-R/-RW and DVD-R/+R/-R W/+RW/- RAM/+R DL/-R DL disc. However , in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation, quality or performance of any disc. Dis c quality can affect write[...]

  • Page 88

    User ’s Manual 4-14 Operating Basics ■ If the disc is poor in quality , dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may occur . Be careful to check the disc for dirt or damage before you use it. ■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW , DVD-RW , DVD+RW or DVD- RAM is affected by the qu ality of the disc and the way it is used. ■ There ar[...]

  • Page 89

    User ’s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics ■ In writing to a DVD-R/-R DL/-RW , DVD+R/+R DL/+RW or DVD-RAM disc, some disc space is required for file management, so you may not be able to write the full cap acity of the disc. ■ Since the disc is based on the DVD standard, it will be filled with dummy data if the written data is less t han about 1 GB[...]

  • Page 90

    User ’s Manual 4-16 Operating Basics ■ Do not use shut down/log off and sleep/hibernation while writing or rewriting . ■ Make sure writing or rewriting is completed befo re going into sleep/hibernation. Writing is comp leted if you can open the DVD Super Multi ( ± R DL) drive tray . ■ Set the computer on a level surf ace an d avoid places [...]

  • Page 91

    User ’s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics ■ Y ou cannot back up CD-ROM, CD-R or CD-RW media to DVD+R, DVD+R DL or DVD+RW media using the 'Disc Backup'function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator . ■ Y ou cannot back up DVD-ROM, DVD- Video, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD- RW , DVD+R, DVD+R DL o r DVD+RW to CD-R or CD-RW media using the 'Disc Backup' [...]

  • Page 92

    User ’s Manual 4-18 Operating Basics TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER Please be aware o f the follow ing limitations when you use the TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER. (Is preinstalled with some models) Notes on Use ■ "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER" software is supported for playback of DVD- Video and DVD-VR. ■ Frame dropping, audio skipping or out of synch au dio and[...]

  • Page 93

    User ’s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics ■ (Print Screen functions are di sabled even when running other applications besides "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER" and when "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER" is minimized.) Plea se close the "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER" to use the Print Screen function. ■ For some DVD-Video discs, using the control wind[...]

  • Page 94

    User ’s Manual 4-20 Operating Basics St arti ng TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER Use the following procedure to start “TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER“. 1. Insert an DVD-Video in the DVD Super Multi drive while Windows 7 is running. When an DVD-Video disc is set in the DVD drive, the following application selectio n screen may appear . If this occurs, sele ct Play DV[...]

  • Page 95

    User ’s Manual 4-21 Operating Basics Media Care This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD/DVD. Handle your media with care. The following simple precauti ons will increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on th em. CD/DVD 1. S tore your CD/DVD in the container they came in to protect them and keep them [...]

  • Page 96

    User ’s Manual 4-22 Operating Basics Changing System Sounds System sounds are assigned to inform you when certain events happen. This section explains how select an existing scheme or save one you have modified. T o launch th e configuration dialog window for system sounds, follow the steps below . 1. Right-click the Speaker icon on the task tray[...]

  • Page 97

    User ’s Manual 4-23 Operating Basics V oice Effects Controls V o ice Recordin g and V oic e Over IP (VOIP) phone conv ersation settings. ■ V oice R ecording - Microphon e Noise Reduction effect will be enabled to suppress background noise an d project a clear voice. T o select / deselect this sett ing, click on the V oice Recording icon. ■ V [...]

  • Page 98

    User ’s Manual 4-24 Operating Basics 2. Click on the Jazz button and you will immediately hear how the Jazz profile enhances the mu sic output on the speakers. 3. T o disa ble the selected profile, click on the OFF button. ■ Custom - Profiles will be created when you adjust the Equalizer Bars below the preset icons. ■ Night Mode - An option t[...]

  • Page 99

    User ’s Manual 4-25 Operating Basics Wireless Communi cations The computer ’s wireless communication function supports some wireless communication devi ces. Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN is compatible wit h other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence S pread S p ectrum/Orthogonal Frequency Division Multipl exing radio technology that compl ies w[...]

  • Page 100

    User ’s Manual 4-26 Operating Basics ■ TOSHIBA is not liable for the eavesd ropping of data due to the use of Wireless LAN and the damage thereof. Wireless Com munication Hot key Y ou can enable or disable RF transmission(Wireless LAN, etc.) functions on and off by pressing FN+F8 . No transmissions are sent or received when the function is off.[...]

  • Page 101

    User ’s Manual 4-27 Operating Basics Connecting LAN Cable T o connect the LAN cabl e, follow the steps below . 1. T urn off the power to the computer and to all external devices con- nected to the comp uter . 2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press g ently until you hear the latch click into place. Figure 4-10 Connecting the LAN cab[...]

  • Page 102

    User ’s Manual 4-28 Operating Basics Disconnecting LAN Cable T o disconnect the LAN cable, follow the steps below . 1. Pinch the lever on the connector i n the computer ’s LAN jack a nd pull out the connector . 2. Disconnect the cable from the LA N hub in the same manner. Check with your LAN a dministrator bef ore di sconnecting from the hub. C[...]

  • Page 103

    User ’s Manual 4-29 Operating Basics Heat Dispersal T o p rotect from overhea ting, the CPU ha s an internal temperat ure sensor . If the computer ’s internal temperature rise s to a certain level, the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lo wered. Y ou can select whether to control the CPU temperatur e by turning on the fan firs[...]

  • Page 104

    User ’s Manual 5-1 Chapter 5 The Keyboard The number of keys on your keyboar d depends on which country/region’s keyboard layout yo ur computer is configured with. Keyboards for nu merous languages are available. There are four types of keys: typewri ter keys, function k e ys, soft keys and Windows special keys. T ypewriter Keys The typewriter [...]

  • Page 105

    User ’s Manual 5-2 The Keyboard Function Keys: F1 … F9 The function keys, not to be confused with FN , are the 9 keys at the top of your keyboard. These keys are dark gray , but function differently from the other dark gray keys. F1 through F9 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination w[...]

  • Page 106

    User ’s Manual 5-3 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 device. Brightness down Pressing FN + F6 decreases the computer ’s display panel brightness in individual steps. Brightness u p Pressing [...]

  • Page 107

    User ’s Manual 5-4 The Keyboard T ouchp ad Pressing FN + F9 enables or disab les the touchpad function. Zoom Pressing FN + SP ACE changes the display resolution. TOSHIBA zooming utility (reduce) Pressing FN + 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows. TOSHIBA zooming utility (enlar ge[...]

  • Page 108

    User ’s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard FN S ticky Key T o motive the TOSHIBA Accessibi lity Utility , you can press FN sticky key once and then press any ” F number ”. T o start the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility , click Start → All Progr ams → TOS HI BA → Utilities → Accessibility . Windows S pecial Keys The keyboard p rovides two keys tha t[...]

  • Page 109

    User ’s Manual 6-1 Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes The computer ’s power resources include the AC adaptor and internal batteries. This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and ch anging batteries, tips for saving battery power , and power-up modes. Power Conditions The computer ’s ope[...]

  • Page 110

    User ’s Manual 6-2 Power and Power-up Modes System Indicators The DC IN / Battery an d Power indicators on the system indicator panel alert you to the computer ’s operatin g capability and battery charge status. DC IN/B attery Indicator Check the DC IN/Battery in dicator to determine the status of the battery pack- the following indicator condi[...]

  • Page 111

    User ’s Manual 6-3 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 T ypes The computer has two different types of batteries: ■ Battery — 3 cell or 6 cell (depending on the models) ■ Real T ime Clock (RTC) batter[...]

  • Page 112

    User ’s Manual 6-4 Power and Power-up Modes T o ensure that the battery pack maintains its maximum capa city , operate the computer on battery power at l eas t once a month until the battery pack is fully discharged. Refer to Extending Battery Life in this chapter for procedures. If the computer i s continuously operated on AC power , more than a[...]

  • Page 113

    User ’s Manual 6-5 Power and Power-up Modes Danger 1. Never try to dispose of the battery pack by burning or expose it to a heating device such as a microwave oven. T he battery pack could explode and cause bodily injury . 2. Never try to disassemble, repair or otherwise tamper with a battery pack. The battery pack will overheat and ignite. Leaka[...]

  • Page 114

    User ’s Manual 6-6 Power and Power-up Modes 2. Immediately turn off the power , disconnect the AC adapto r and remove the battery if any of the follo wing events are observed in the battery pack: offensive or unusual odor , excessive heat, discolorati on or deformati o n. Never use the co mputer again until it has been checked by a TOSHIBA servic[...]

  • Page 115

    User ’s Manual 6-7 Power and Power-up Modes for procedures. If the computer is continuousl y operated on AC power for an extended peri od, more than a month, the battery might fail to retain a charge. It might not fun ction efficiently over the expected life of the battery pack and DC IN/Battery indicator might not indicate a low-battery conditio[...]

  • Page 116

    User ’s Manual 6-8 Power and Power-up Modes Battery Charging Notice The battery may not charge right away under the following conditions: ■ The battery is extremely hot or cold. If the battery is extremely hot, it might not charge at all. Also, to ensure the battery charges to its full capacity , charge the battery at room temperature of 10 ° [...]

  • Page 117

    User ’s Manual 6-9 Power and Power-up Modes Maximizin g Battery Operatin g Time A battery’s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge. How long the charge lasts in a battery depends on: ■ How you configure the computer (for example, whether you enable battery-power saving opti ons). The co mputer provides a battery[...]

  • Page 118

    User ’s Manual 6-10 Power and Power-up Modes Extending Battery Life T o maximize the life of your battery packs: ■ At least once a mo nth, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery powe r until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps below . 1. T urn off the computer ’s power . 2. Disco[...]

  • Page 119

    User ’s Manual 6-1 1 Power and Power-up Modes Removing The Battery Pack T o remove a discha rged battery , follow th e steps as detailed below: 1. Save your work. 2. T urn the computer ’s po wer off. Make sure the Power indicator is off. 3. Remove all cabl es connected to the computer . 4. T urn the computer upside down with th e back of the co[...]

  • Page 120

    User ’s Manual 6-12 Power and Power-up Modes 6. Slide the battery release latch to free the battery pack for removal, then pull out the battery pack. Figure 6-2 Removing the battery pack 7. Pull the battery p ack forward to remove it. Inst alling The Battery Pac k T o install a battery pack, follow the steps below . 1. Be sure the computer ’s p[...]

  • Page 121

    User ’s Manual 6-13 Power and Power-up Modes 3. Push the battery pack until it is firmly seated. 4. Slide the battery pack locking latch toward the lock position. St arting The Computer by Password If you have already registered a password, there are two ways to start the computer : ■ TOSHIBA Face Recognit ion uses a f ace verifica tion library[...]

  • Page 122

    User ’s Manual 6-14 Power and Power-up Modes Panel Power On/Off Y ou can set up your computer so that pow er turns off autom atically when you close the display panel. When you open the panel, power turns on in Sleep or Hibernation Mode but no t in boot mode. System Auto Off This feature turns the system of f automat ically if it is not used for [...]

  • Page 123

    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 provides information on settings for various functions. Accessing HW Set up T o run the HW Setup prog ram, click Star t → All Programs → TOS HI BA → Utilities → HWSetup . HW Setup W indow The HW S[...]

  • Page 124

    User ’s Manual 7-2 HW Setup and Passwords General This window displays the BIOS/EC version and contains two buttons: Default and About . Setup This field displays the installed BIO S version , date and EC version . Password User Password Lets you register a new password or change/remove an existing password. Owner S t ring This blank field is use[...]

  • Page 125

    User ’s Manual 7-3 HW Setup and Passwords Boot Priority Boot Priority O ptions This tab allows you to set the priority for booting the computer . The Boot Priority Options setting window will be displayed as shown below . Click the up and down a rrow buttons to adjust the priority . Y ou can override the setti ngs and manually sel ect a boot devi[...]

  • Page 126

    User ’s Manual 7-4 HW Setup and Passwords * 2 The optical disc drive will be used to start the computer when there is a bootable disk contained in the drive. T o change th e boot drive, follow the steps below . 1. Hold down F12 and boot the computer. W hen the TOSHIBA Lead- ing Innovation>>> screen appears, release the F12 key . 2. Use t[...]

  • Page 127

    User ’s Manual 7-5 HW Setup and Passwords LAN Wake-up on LAN This feature lets the comp uter's power be turned on from shutdown when it receives a wake-up pack et ( Magic pa cket ) from the LAN. Power will be automatically turn ed on when a signal is received from an administrator's computer which is co nnected via a network. The follow[...]

  • Page 128

    User ’s Manual 8-1 Chapter 8 T roubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for dur ability . However , should problems occur , following the procedures in this chapter can help to determine the cause. All readers should become familiar with this chapter . Knowin g what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring. Problem Solving Proc[...]

  • Page 129

    User ’s Manual 8-2 T roubleshooting Preliminary C hecklist Consider the simplest solution first. The items in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem. ■ Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer . This includes your printer and any othe r external device you are us[...]

  • Page 130

    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: System S tart-up When the computer does not start pr operly , check the following items: ■ Self T est ■ Power Sources ■ Power-on P[...]

  • Page 131

    User ’s Manual 8-4 T roubleshooting Self T est When the computer starts up, the self-test will be run auto matically , and the following will be displaye d: TOSHIBA Leading Innovation>>> This message remains on the screen for a few seconds. If the self test is successful, the computer tries to load the opera ting system. Depending on how[...]

  • Page 132

    User ’s Manual 8-5 T roubleshooting AC Power If you have trou ble turning on the co mputer with the AC adaptor co nnected, check the DC IN/Battery indicator . Refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power- up Modes for more information. Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery , check the DC IN/Battery indicator . For information on indicators and[...]

  • Page 133

    User ’s Manual 8-6 T roubleshooting Password Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more information refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard and Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords . Check the DC IN/Battery indicator . If it does not glow , let the computer ch arge the battery for at least 20 minutes. If the DC IN/Batter[...]

  • Page 134

    User ’s Manual 8-7 T roubleshooting LCD Panel Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer ’s setup. Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords , for more information. Hard Disk Drive Problem Pro cedure No display Press hot keys FN + F5 to change the display priority , to make sure it is not set for a n external monitor . Markings appea[...]

  • Page 135

    User ’s Manual 8-8 T roubleshooting DVD Super Multi( ±R DL) Driv e For more i nformation, refer to Cha pter 4, Operating Basics . Problem Procedure Y ou cannot access a CD/DVD in the drive Make sure the drive’s draw er is securely clos ed. Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the drawer and make sure the CD/DVD is properly seated. It [...]

  • Page 136

    User ’s Manual 8-9 T roubleshooting Diskette Dri ve Pointing D evice If you are using a USB mouse, also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation. T ouchp ad Problem Pro cedure Drive does not operate There may be a faulty cable connection. Check the connection to the computer and to the drive. Some programs run corr[...]

  • Page 137

    User ’s Manual 8-10 T roubleshooting USB Mouse This section applies on ly with Windows 7 operating system. The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow T ry ch anging the speed setting in th e mouse control utility . Click Start → Control Panel → Hardware and Sound → Mouse to access it. When the reaction of touchpad is sensitive to slow Adj[...]

  • Page 138

    User ’s Manual 8-1 1 T roubleshooting Memory cards:Secure Digital (SD), Secure Digital High Cap acit y (SDHC), Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC) and MultiMediaC ard (MMC) Refer also to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . External Monitor Refer also to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options , and to your monitor ’s documentati[...]

  • Page 139

    User ’s Manual 8-12 T roubleshooting Sound System Press hot keys FN + F5 to change the display priority and make sure it is not set for the internal display . Display error occurs Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is attached firmly . If problems persist, contact your dealer . Problem Pro cedure Problem Pro cedu[...]

  • Page 140

    User ’s Manual 8-13 T roubleshooting USB Refer also to your USB device’ s documentation. Sleep/Hibernation LAN Problem Pro cedure USB device does not work Check for a firm cable connectio n between the USB ports on the computer and the USB device. Make sure the USB device drivers are properly installed. Refer to your Windows documen tation for [...]

  • Page 141

    User ’s Manual 8-14 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 . Recovery Media Problem Pro cedure Cannot access Wireless LAN Make sure the computer ’s wireless communication function i[...]

  • Page 142

    User ’s Manual 8-15 T roubleshooting T OSHIBA Support If you require any additional help using your compu ter or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to cont act TOSHIBA for additional techni cal assistance. Before Y ou Call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system so it is import [...]

  • Page 143

    User ’s Manual 8-16 T roubleshooting Singapore TOSHIBA Singapore Pte. Ltd. 438B Alexandra Road #06-01 Alexandra T echnopa rk Singapore 1 19968 Spai n TOSHIBA Information Systems, ESP AÑA Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a Plant a, Escalera A 28830, Madrid, España United S tat es of Ame rica TOSHIBA America Information Systems, [...]

  • Page 144

    User ’s Manual A-1 Appendix A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the computer ’s technical specifications. Environmental Requirem ents Power Requirements Operating Non-operating Ambient temperature 5°C to 35°C -20°C to 60°C Relative humidity 20% to 80% 10% to 90% Altitude (from sea level) 0 to 3,000 meters 0 to 10,00 0 meters AC adapt[...]

  • Page 145

    User ’s Manual B-1 Appendix B Display Controller and V ideo Mode Display Controller The display controller inte rprets software commands into hardware com- mands that turn particular pixels on or off. The display controller al so controls the video mode and uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum number of col[...]

  • Page 146

    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 Specifications Form Factor ■ PCI Express Mini Ca rd Comp atibility ■ IEEE 802.1 1 St andard for Wireless LANs ■ Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certi fied by the Wi-Fi Alliance. The ?[...]

  • Page 147

    User ’s Manual C-2 Wireless LAN 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 i[...]

  • Page 148

    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/[...]

  • Page 149

    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. 5 GHz Band Channels Sets (W i reles s IEEE 802.1 1 Revi sion A and N) Frequency[...]

  • Page 150

    User ’s Manual C-5 Wireless LAN *1 Factory-set default channels *2 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 [...]

  • Page 151

    User ’s Manual D-1 Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors The AC input plug of power cord must be compatible with various interna- tional AC power outle ts. Power cords need to meet the l ocal standards and the specifications listed as below: Certification agencies Length: Minimum 1.7 meters Wire size : Minimum 0.75 mm 2 Current rating: Minimum [...]

  • Page 152

    User ’s Manual D-2 AC Power Cord and Connectors In Europe, two condu ctors power cord s must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F or H03VVH2-F; while three condu ctors be VDE type, H05VV -F . For the United S tates and Canada, two pin plug configuration must be 2-15P (250V) or 1-15P (125V); while three pin be 6-15P (250V) or 5-15P (125V) as designated in the U[...]

  • Page 153

    User ’s Manual E-1 Appendix E 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 computer are marked wit h a blue *XX in this manual. Clicking on *XX [...]

  • Page 154

    User ’s Manual E-2 Legal Footnotes 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 da ta, always make back-up copies of data by periodically storing it o[...]

  • Page 155

    User ’s Manual E-3 Legal Footnotes HDD Drive Cap a city and External HDD Capacity *4 One Gigabyte (GB) means 10 9 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using po wers of 10. The computer operating system, howe ver , reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB = 2 30 = 1,073,741,824 bytes, and therefore shows less storage capacity . Avail[...]

  • Page 156

    User ’s Manual E-4 Legal Footnotes Copy Protection Copy protection technology inclu ded in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media.[...]

  • Page 157

    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. Abbr e v iations AC: alternating current ACPI : Advanced Configuration and Power Inte rface AGP: accelerated graphics port AMT : Intel Active Management T echnology ANSI: American National S tandards Ins[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-2 Glossary ECP: extended ca pabilities port FDD: floppy diskette drive FIR: fast infrared GB: gigab yte HDD: hard disk drive IDE: integrated drive electronics I/O: input/output IrDA: Infrared Data Association IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LAN: local area network LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode [...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-3 Glossary WSXGA+ : wide super extended graphics array plus WUXGA : wide ultra extended graphics array WXGA: wide extended graphics array WXGA+ : wide extended graphics array plus XGA: extended graphics array A adaptor: A device that provides an in terface between two dissimilar electronic devices. For example, the AC ada[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-4 Glossary binary: The base two number system composed of zeros and ones (off or on), used by most digital computers. The right-most di git of a binary number has a value of 1, the next a va lue of 2, then 4, 8, 1 6, and so on. For example, the binary num ber 101 has a value of 5. See also ASCII. BIOS: Basic Input Output [...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-5 Glossary character: Any letter , number , punctuation mark, or symbol used by the computer . Also synonymous with byte. chassis: The frame containing th e computer . chip: A small semico nductor containing compute r logic and circu itry for processing, memory , input/output functions and controllin g other chips. CMOS: [...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-6 Glossary CRT : Catho de Ray T ube. A vacu um tube in which beams projected on a fluorescent screen-producing luminous spots. An example is the television set. cursor: A small, blinking rectangle or li ne that indicates the current position on the display screen. D dat a: Information tha t is factual, mea surable or stat[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-7 Glossary DVD-R (+R, -R): A Digital V ersatile Disc Recordable di sk can be written once and read many times. Th e DV D-R drive uses a laser to read data from the disc. DVD-RAM: A Digital V ersatile Disc Random Access Memory is a high- capacity , high performance disc that allows you to store large volumes of data. The D[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-8 Glossary firmware: A set of instructions built into the ha rdware which controls and directs a microprocessor’s activities. floppy diskette: A removable disk that stor es mag netically encoded data. floppy diskette drive (FDD): An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy diskettes. Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA u[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossa ry-9 Glossary input: The data or instructions you provide to a computer , communication device or other peripheral device fr om the keyboard or external or internal storage devices. The data sent (or output) by the sending computer is input for the receiving compute r . instruct ion: S tatements or commands that specify how [...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossary-10 Glossary Liquid Crystal Display (LCD): Liquid crystal sealed between two sheets of glass coated with transparent cond ucting material. T he viewing-side coating is etched i nto character forming segments with l eads that extend to the edge of the glass. Applyin g a voltage between the glass sheets alters the brightness [...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossary-1 1 Glossary O OCR: Optical Character Recognition (read er). A tech nique or device that uses laser or visible light to identif y characters and input them into a storage device. online state: A fun ctional state of a peripheral device when it is ready to receive or transmit data. operating system: A group of progra ms tha[...]

  • Page 168

    User ’s Manual Glossary-12 Glossary printed circuit boa rd (PCB): A hardware co mponent of a processor to which integrated circuits and ot her components are attached. The board itself is typically flat and rectangular , an d constructed of fiberglass, to form the attachment surface. program: A set of instructions a computer can execute that enab[...]

  • Page 169

    User ’s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary SIO: Serial Input/Output. The electronic methodol ogy used in serial data transmission. soft key: Key combinations that emul ate keys on the IBM keyboard, change some configuratio n options , stop progra m execution, and access the numeric keypad overlay . software: The set of prog rams, procedur es and related[...]

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    User ’s Manual Glossary-14 Glossary warm start: Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off. window: A portion of the screen that can display its own application, document or dialog box. Often us ed to mean a Microsoft Windows window . Wireless LAN: Local Area Network (LAN) through wireless communication. write protection: A method [...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-1 Inde x A AC adaptor, 2-4, 2-12, 3-5, A-1 additional, 3-12, 3-21 connecting, 1-3 problems, 8-5 safety instructions, -ii B Battery charging, 6-7 life, E-2 monitoring capacity, 6-8 Real Time Clock battery, 3-5, 6-4 retention time, 6-9 types, 6-3 Battery pack, 2-5, 3-5, 3-12, 6-3 additional, 3-21 extending battery life, 6-10 in[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-2 Index FN + END (PRTSC), 5-4 FN + ESC (sound mute), 5-2 FN + F1 (lock), 5-2 FN + F2 (power p lan), 5-2 FN + F3 (sleep), 5-3 FN + F4 (hibernate), 5-3 FN + F5 (output), 5-3 FN + F6 (brightness down), 5-3 FN + F7 (brightness up), 5-3 FN + F8 (wireless), 5-3 FN + F9 (to uchpad), 5-4 FN + HOME (SYSRQ), 5-4 FN + PGDN (PAUSE), 5-5 [...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-3 Index Microphone, 3-5 built-in, 2-6 function, 4-24 port, 2-3 problems, 8-12 Microprocessor, See Processor Moving the comput er, 4-28 O Optical disc drive, 2-4 Function, 4-8 safety instructions, -ix P Password power on, 3-7 problems, 8-6 starting the computer with, 6- 13 Pointing device problems, 8-9 touchpad, 4-1 Ports DC I[...]

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    User ’s Manual Index-4 Index T TOSHIBA Accessibility, 3-9 TOSHIBA Assist, 3-10 TOSHIBA Bulletin Board, 3-11 TOSHIBA ConfigFree, 3-10 TOSHIBA Disc Crea tor, 3-10, 4-16 TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER, 3-10 TOSHIBA DVD-RAM utility, 3-10 TOSHIBA Face Recognition, 3-11 using, 4-5 TOSHIBA Flash Cards, 3-9 TOSHIBA HDD/SSD Alert, 3-11 TOSHIBA HW setup, 7-1 TOSHIBA M[...]