Toshiba L755 manual

User ’ s Manual Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D Satellite Pro L750/L750D Series[...]

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

User ’s Manual iii Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D System Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 Chapter 2 The Grand T our Front with t he display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Lef t side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

User ’s Manual iv Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D Monitoring of power conditi on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Password Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

User ’s Manual v Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D Copy Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-4 Glossary Index[...]

User ’s Manual vi Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D Copyright © 2010 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No p at ent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained her[...]

User ’s Manual vii Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D ConfigFree is a trademark of T oshiba Corporation. Wi-Fi is a registered trade ma rk of the Wi-Fi Alliance. 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 A[...]

User ’s Manual viii Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D FCC conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subj ect to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interfere nce. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undes[...]

User ’s Manual ix Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D W orking environmen t This product was designed to fulfil the EMC (Electromag netic Compatibility) requirements to be observed for so-called “Residenti al, commercial and light industry environments”. TOSHIB A do not approve the use of this product in working environme[...]

User ’s Manual x Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D Canadian regulatory in formatio n (Canada only) This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications. Note that Canadian De par[...]

User ’s Manual xi Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D The hookflash (timed break register re ca ll) function is subject to separate national type approvals. It has not been tested for co nformity to national type regulations, and no guarantee of su ccessful op eration of that specific function on specific na tional networks c[...]

User ’s Manual xii Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D Pursuant to FC C 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 loca[...]

User ’s Manual xiii Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D Fax branding The T elephone Consum er Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawfu l for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or botto m of each tr a[...]

User ’s Manual xiv Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D 3. The standard connecting arra ngement (telephone jack type) for this equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ1 1C. The IC registration number of the modem is shown below . Canada: 3652B-RD02D450 Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand Modem w arning notice for Au stralia[...]

User ’s Manual xv Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D 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 i[...]

User ’s Manual xvi Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D ■ When used in the Auto Answe r mode, the S0 register must be se t with a value of 3 or 4. This ensures: a/ A person calling your modem wi ll h ear a short burst of ring ing before the modem answers. This confirms that the call has been successfully switch ed through th[...]

User ’s Manual xvii Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D Disposal of batteries a nd/or accumulators Disposing of the computer and the computer's batteries ■ Discard this compu ter in acco rdance with appli cable laws and regulations. For further information, cont act y our local government. ■ This computer contains re[...]

User ’s Manual xviii Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D Following information is only for T urkey: ■ Compliant with EEE Regulations: T oshiba meets all requirements of T urkish regulation 26891 “Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electroni c equipment”. ■ The number of possible p[...]

User ’s Manual xix Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D Pana sonic System Netw or ks ■ DVD Super Multi UJ8A0 ■ Blu-ray™ Writer UJ240 HIT ACHI-LG Da ta Storage, Inc. ■ DVD Super Multi GT50F/50N ■ Blu-ray™ Combo GT30F Precautions Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc. 22-23,KAIGAN 3-CHOME, MINA TO-KU,TOKYO,108-0022 JAP AN CAU[...]

User ’s Manual xx Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L75 5D/Satellite Pro L7 50/L 750D series co mputer . This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability , includes multimedia functionality , and is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performan ce computing. This manual tel ls[...]

User ’s Manual xxi Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D Icons Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer . The indicator pane l also uses icon s to identify the comp onent s it is providin g informatio n on. Keys The keyboard keys are used in th e te xt to describe many computer operations. A distincti ve ty[...]

User ’s Manual xxii Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D T erminology This term is defined in this document as follows: Star t The word " Sta rt " refers to the " " button in Windows 7. HDD or Hard disk drive Some models are equipped with a "Solid S tate Drive (SSD)" instead of a hard disk drive. [...]

User ’s Manual xxiii General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety , minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability . Ho we ver , certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damag e to the computer . Equipment connected to the protective earthing of the build ing install[...]

User ’s Manual xxiv Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D Creating a computer-friendly environm ent Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any ot her items yo u are us ing, such as a printer . Leave enough space around the comput er and o ther equipment to provide adequate venti lation. O[...]

User ’s Manual xxv Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D Pressure or imp act damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the com puter or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer's compone nts or otherwise cause it to malfuncti on. Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mob ile phones can in[...]

User ’s Manual 1-1 Chapter 1 Getting S t arted This chapter provides an equ ipment checklist, and basic informa tion to start using your computer . Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your comp uter , taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use. Hardware Check to make sure you have al l the following items: ■ Satellite L[...]

User ’s Manual 1-2 Getting S tarted Sof tware The following Wi ndows ® operating system and uti lity sof tware are pre- installed. ■ Windows 7 ■ TOSHIBA V alue Added Package ■ TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creato r ■ TOSHIBA VIDEO PLA YER (Is preinstalled with some models) ■ WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA (Is preinstalled with some models) ■ TOSHIBA[...]

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

User ’s Manual 1-4 Getting S tarted Connecting the A C adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to cha rge the battery or you want to operate from AC power . It is also th e fastest way to get started, because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power . The AC adaptor can be connected to any po wer sour[...]

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 of the computer . Figure 1-3 Connecting the DC [...]

User ’s Manual 1-6 Getting S tarted Opening the disp lay The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing. While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main b ody of the computer is not raised, slowly lift the display panel - this will allow the angle of the d isplay panel to be adjusted to provide opti [...]

User ’s Manual 1-7 Getting S tarted T urning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power - the Power indicator will then indicate the status. Please refer to the Monitoring of power condition section in Chapter 6, Power and Powe r-Up Modes fo r more information. 1. Open the display panel. 2. Press and hold the computer's pow[...]

User ’s Manual 1-8 Getting S tarted T urning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes, either Shut Down Mode, Hibernation Mode or Sleep Mode. Shut Down Mode When you turn off the power in Shut Do wn Mode no data will be saved and the computer will boot to the opera ting system's main screen the next time it is turned o[...]

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[...]

User ’s Manual 1-10 Getting S tarted When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer . Sleep Mode limitations Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions: ■ Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down. ■ Memory circuits are exposed to st atic electricity or electrica[...]

User ’s Manual 1-1 1 Getting S tarted S tarting Hibernation Mode T o enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below . 1. Click Start . 2. Point to the arro w icon ( ) and then select Hibernate from the menu. Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to ent er Hibernation Mode auto matically when you press the power button or clos [...]

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[...]

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 [...]

User ’s Manual 1-14 Getting S tarted 5. After Recovery Media Creator starts , select the type of media and the title you wish to copy , and then click the Create button. Restoring the pre-in sta lled sof tware from the Recovery hard d isk drive A portion of the total hard disk dr ive space is configured as a hidden recovery partition. This p arti[...]

User ’s Manual 1-15 Getting S tarted Restoring the pre-inst alled sof tware from your crea ted Recovery Media If the pre-installed files are damaged , you are able to either use the Recovery Media you have created or the hard disk drive recovery process to restore the computer to the state it was in when you originally received it. T o perform th[...]

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

User ’s Manual 2-2 The Grand T our Lef t side The following figure shows the comp uter ’s left side. * Provided with some models. Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer Memory media slot This slot lets you insert an SD™/SDHC™/SDXC™ memory card, miniSD™/microSD™ Card, Memory S tick™ (PRO™) and MultiMediaCard™. Refer to the Opti[...]

User ’s Manual 2-3 The Grand T our LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits pe r second, 100BASE-TX). Some models are equipped with a Gigabi t Ethernet LAN (1000 mega bits per second, 1000BASE-T). Refer to Chapter 4, Operatin[...]

User ’s Manual 2-4 The Grand T our Right side The following figure shows the computer ’ s right side. * Provided with some models. Figure 2-3 The right side of the comp uter HDMI out port HDMI out po rt can connect wit h T ype A connector HDMI cable. HDMI cable can send video an d audio signals. In addition to this, it can send and receive cont[...]

User ’s Manual 2-5 The Grand T our Back The following figure shows the comp uter ’s back. Figure 2-4 The back of the compu ter Modem jack The modem jack lets you use a modular cable to connect the modem directly to a telephone line. Some models are equipped with a modem jack. ■ Connection to any communication line other than an analog phone l[...]

User ’s Manual 2-6 The Grand T our Underside The following figure shows the undersi de of the computer . Y ou shou ld ensure that the disp lay is closed befo re the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage. Figure 2-5 The underside of the computer 1. Battery lock 3. Memory module slot 2. Battery release latch 1 2 3 Battery lock Slide t[...]

User ’s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our Front with the display op en This section shows the computer with the display panel open. In order to open the display , lift the display panel up and position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you. Figure 2-6 The front of the computer with th e display panel open * Provided with some models. Product appeara[...]

User ’s Manual 2-8 The Grand T our Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with you r computer . Y ou can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenge r . TOSHIBA Web Camera Application will help you to add various video effects to your video [...]

User ’s Manual 2-9 The Grand T our Indicators This section explains ind icator functions. System indica tors LED system indicators next to their resp ective icons, glow when specific computer operations are in progress. Figure 2-7 System indicators Do not put any magnetic objects close to th is switch as they may cause the computer to automati ca[...]

User ’s Manual 2-10 The Grand T our Keyboar d indi cat ors The following figure s show the positions of the CAPS LOCK indicator and the NUM LOCK indicator which show the following conditi ons: ■ When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows, the keyboard will produce capitals when any letter is typed. ■ When the NUM LOCK indicator glows, the ten key all[...]

User ’s Manual 2-1 1 The Grand T our Figure 2-8 Keypad indicators Optical disc drives The computer may be installed with a DVD Super Multi, Blu-ray™ Combo or Blu-ray™ Writ er drive. W rit able discs This section describes the types of writable CD/DVD/Blu -ray™ discs. Check the specifications of your drive to see the types of discs it can wr[...]

User ’s Manual 2-12 The Grand T our DVDs ■ DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R (Dual Layer) and DVD+R (Double Layer) discs can be written o nly once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed. ■ DVD-RW , DVD+RW and DVD-RAM discs can be recorded more than once. Blu-ray™ discs ■ BD-R discs can be written only once . The recorded dat a cannot be erased [...]

User ’s Manual 2-13 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[...]

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

User ’s Manual 3-2 Hardware, Utilities and Options Memory Power Memory slots 1 GB, 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules can be installed in the computer's two memory slots for a maximum of 8 GB system memory . This computer can be equipped with memory modules of a maximum size of 8 GB. The actual amount of useable system memory will be less than the [...]

User ’s Manual 3-3 Hardware, Utilities and Options Disks Legal Footnote (Battery Life) For more information regarding Batter y Life, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix F . RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real T ime Clock (RTC) and calendar . AC adaptor The AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharge[...]

User ’s Manual 3-4 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optical disc drive Display The computer's internal disp lay panel supports high-resolution video graphics and can b e set to a wide range of viewing angl es for maximum comfort and readability . Display Power Saving T echnolo gy Y our model may include the Displ ay Po wer Saving T echnology [...]

User ’s Manual 3-5 Hardware, Utilities and Options V ari-Bright ™ Y our model may incl ude the AMD ® V ari-Bright ™ feature that can save the computer's power consumption by opt imizing picture contrast on the internal LCD. This feature ca n be used if the co mputer is: ■ running under battery mode ■ using the internal LCD display o[...]

User ’s Manual 3-6 Hardware, Utilities and Options Multimedia Communications Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer . Y ou can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communicati on tool such as Windows Live Messenger . TO SHIBA Web Camera Application will help you t[...]

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 computer more con venient to use. Access each function using the following proce dures. *1 T o access the Power Options, click St ar t -> Control Panel -> System and Se[...]

User ’s Manual 3-8 Hardware, Utilities and Options Intelligent power supply *1 A microprocessor in the computer's intelligent power supply detects the battery's cha rge, automatically calculates the remaining ba ttery capacity and protects electronic components from abnormal conditions such as a voltage overload from the AC adapto r . T[...]

User ’s Manual 3-9 Hardware, Utilities and Options Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you can use this feat ure to allow you to turn off power to the computer without exiting from your software. Data is maintained in the computer's main memory so that when you next turn on the powe r , you can continue working right where you lef[...]

User ’s Manual 3-10 Hardware, Utilities and Options Utilities and Applications This section describes the pre-installed uti lities that come with the computer and details how to start them. For further information on their operation, you may refer to each utili ty's online manua l, help files or README.TXT file (if applicable). Y ou may not [...]

User ’s Manual 3-1 1 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA Face Recognition TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verification library to ve rify the face da ta of users when they log in to Win dows. If the verification is successful, the user will be logged into Windows automatica lly . The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the [...]

User ’s Manual 3-12 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA Disc Creator Y ou can create CDs and DVDs in a numbe r of formats including audio CDs that can be played on a standard CD player , and data CDs/DVDs which can store copie s of the files and fo lders on your computer's hard disk drive. This software can be used on models with a DVD S[...]

User ’s Manual 3-13 Hardware, Utilities and Options Corel Digital Studio for TOSHIBA Corel Digital S t udio for TOSHIBA allows users to instantly create Blu-ray Disc™ movie, DVD video or slideshow discs via a user-friendly wizard interface w ith specific t ask oriented feat ures. The Labelflash™ feature is also supported which allows text and[...]

User ’s Manual 3-14 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA eco Utility This PC is equipped wi th "eco mode". This mod e slightly lowers performance of some devices to reduce electric power consumption. Y ou can realize measurable power savings by using it continuously . TOSHIBA eco Utility helps you monitor your power savings by showin[...]

User ’s Manual 3-15 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optional devices Optional devices can expand the computer's capabilities and its versatility . This section describes the connection or installation of the following devices: Cards/memory ■ Memory media slot ■ Secure Digital™ (SD) Card (SD me mory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory c[...]

User ’s Manual 3-16 Hardware, Utilities and Options Memory medi a slot The computer is equipped with a Memory media slot that can accommodate some kinds of memo ry media wi th various memory capacities so that you can easily tran sfer data from devices, such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assist ants. Figure 3-1 Examples of memory media [...]

User ’s Manual 3-17 Hardware, Utilities and Options Memory media This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media. Points to note about the SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards comply with SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or play[...]

User ’s Manual 3-18 Hardware, Utilities and Options Media care Observe the following preca utions when handling the card. Card care ■ Do not twist or be nd cards. ■ Do not expose cards to liquids or store in humi d areas or lay media close to containers of liquid. ■ Do not touch the metal part of a card or expose it to liquids or l et it ge[...]

User ’s Manual 3-19 Hardware, Utilities and Options 3. Press the memory media gently to ensure a firm connection is made . Figure 3-2 Inserting a memory media Removing a mem ory media The following instru ctions apply to all types of supported media device s. T o remove a memory media, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Open the Safely Remove[...]

User ’s Manual 3-20 Hardware, Utilities and Options 3. Grasp the media and pull it out of the computer to remove it. Figure 3-3 Removing memory media Additional mem ory modu le Y ou can install additional memory into th e computer in order to increase the amount of system memory that is avai lable. This section describes how to install and remove[...]

User ’s Manual 3-21 Hardware, Utilities and Options Installing a memory module T o install a memory module, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Shut down the compu ter - make su re the Power indicator is off (refer to the T urning off the power section in Chapter 1, Getting S tarted if required). 2. Remove the AC ad aptor and all cable s and p[...]

User ’s Manual 3-22 Hardware, Utilities and Options 6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off. Figure 3-4 Removing the memory module cover 7. Align the notch of the memory modul e with that of the memory slo t and gently insert the module in to the slot at about a 45 d egree angle before holding it down until the l[...]

User ’s Manual 3-23 Hardware, Utilities and Options 8. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with the screws. Figure 3-6 Seating the memory module cover 9. Install the battery pa ck - refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Powe r-Up Modes, if required. 10. Turn your co mputer over . 1 1. Turn the compute[...]

User ’s Manual 3-24 Hardware, Utilities and Options 5. Loosen the screw securing the memo ry module cover in place - pl ease note that this screw is attached to the cover in order to prevent it from being lost. 6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off. 7. Push the latches away from the module in order to release i[...]

User ’s Manual 3-25 Hardware, Utilities and Options Connecting the monitor cable 1. T urn the computer's power off. 2. Connect the monitor cable to the external monitor port. Figure 3-8 Connecting the m onitor ca ble to the external monitor port 3. T urn the external monitor's power on. 4. T urn the computer's power on. When you tu[...]

User ’s Manual 3-26 Hardware, Utilities and Options Connecting the HDMI out port 1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI in port of the HDMI device. 2. Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port on your computer . Figure 3-9 Connecting the HDMI out port As the port operation of all HDMI (Hig h-Definiti on Multimedia Inter[...]

User ’s Manual 3-27 Hardware, Utilities and Options Settings for disp lay video on HDMI T o view video on the HDMI device, be sure to configure th e following settings otherwise you may find that nothing is displayed. Select HD Format T o select the display mode, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Click Start and click Control Panel . 2. Clic[...]

User ’s Manual 3-28 Hardware, Utilities and Options 1. Connect to a television which supports 3D. 2. Press FN + F5 and set display device to "HDMI device only". 3. Click Start -> All Programs -> NVIDIA Corporation -> 3D V ision -> Enable 3D Vision . 4. "Setup HDMI 1.4 3D Video" screen will appear (When the "Se[...]

User ’s Manual 3-29 Hardware, Utilities and Options 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 left side into which you can attach one end of the security cable, while the other end attaches to[...]

User ’s Manual 3-30 Hardware, Utilities and Options Battery Pack An additional battery pack can be purchased for use as either a spare or replacement. Please refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for furthe r informa tion. High Capacity Battery Pack An additional battery pack can be purchased for use as either a sp are or repl acement.[...]

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

User ’s Manual 4-2 Operating Basics We b Ca me r a Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your compute r . Y ou can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger . T OSHIBA Web Camera Application will help you to add various video effects to your v[...]

User ’s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics Using the T OSHIBA Face Recognition TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verificati on library to verify the face data of users when they log in to Windows. The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like, which makes the login process easier . Disclaimer T oshiba does not guarantee that the face[...]

User ’s Manual 4-4 Operating Basics TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIA TES A ND SUPPLIERS SHALL HA VE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE T O OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DA T A, NE TWORK SYSTEMS OR REMOV ABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESUL TING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT , EVEN IF AD VISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF . How to register the Face [...]

User ’s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics 8. If verification is successful, click the Next button and register an account. 9. Register the account. Fill in all the fields. 10. The Manage ment 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 t[...]

User ’s Manual 4-6 Operating Basics 5. V erification will be performed. If the authentication is successful, the image data taken in step 4 will be faded in and placed over one another . ■ If an error occurs during authentication, you will be returned to the Select Tiles screen. 6. The Windows Welcome screen will be displayed, and will be logge[...]

User ’s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics Figure 4-3 Pressing the eject button and pulling the disc tray open 3. Lay the disc, label side up, in the disc tray . Figure 4-4 Inserting a disc 4. Press gently at the center of the disc until you feel it click into place. T he disc should li e below the top of the spindle, flu sh with the spindl e base. 1. D[...]

User ’s Manual 4-8 Operating Basics 5. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place. Figure 4-5 Closing the disc tray Removing discs T o remove the disc, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. T o pop the disc tray partially open, press the eject button. Gently pull the disc tray out until it is fully opene[...]

User ’s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics 3. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place. How to rem ove discs w hen the disc tray will not open Pressing the eject button will not open the disc tray when the computer power is off. If the power is off, you can open the disc tray by inserting a slender object (abo[...]

User ’s Manual 4-10 Operating Basics TOSHIBA Disc Creator and Corel Digital S tudio are provided as writing software with this computer . Corel Digital S tudio can be used to write files in video format. T OSHIBA Disc Creator can be used to write data. Import ant message Before you write or rewrite to an y of the media supported by the DVD Super [...]

User ’s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics Given the technological limitations of current opti cal disc writing driv es, you may experience unexpected writing or rewr iting errors due to di sc quality or problems with hardware devices. In view of this, it is good practice to make two or more copies of important data , in case of any undesired change o[...]

User ’s Manual 4-12 Operating Basics Before writing or rewriting with the Blu-ray™ Combo/DVD Super Multi drive ■ Based on TOSHIBA's limited compatibility testing, we suggest the following manufacturers of CD- R, CD-RW , DVD-R, DVD-R (Dual Layer), DVD-RW , DVD+R, DVD+R (Double Layer), DVD+RW or DVD- RAM media, however , it must be not ed [...]

User ’s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics DVD-R: DVD Sp ecification s for Record ab le Disc for General V e rsion 2.0 T AIYO YUDEN Co.,Ltd. (for 8x and 16x speed media) MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO.,L T D. (for 8x and 16x speed me dia) Hitachi Maxell,Ltd. (for 8x and 16x speed media) DVD-R (Dual Layer): MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L TD. (for 4x and 8x [...]

User ’s Manual 4-14 Operating Basics ■ If the disc is poor in quality , or is dirty or damaged, wr iting or rewriting errors may be noted - ensure that you check a ll discs for dirt or damage before you use them. ■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW , DVD-RW , DVD+RW , DVD- RAM or BD-RE media will be affected by the quality of the disc it[...]

User ’s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics ■ Do not use any hard disk utilities, including thos e that are intended to enhance hard disk drive access speeds, as they may cause unstable operation and damage data. ■ CD-RW (Ultra S peed +) media should not be used as data may be lost or damaged. ■ Y ou sh ould always write from the com puter's [...]

User ’s Manual 4-16 Operating Basics TO SHIBA Disc Cr eator Please be aware o f the follow ing limitations when you use the TOSHIBA Disc Creator: ■ DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator . ■ DVD Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator . ■ Y ou cann ot use TOSHIBA Disc Creator's "Audio CD" function t[...]

User ’s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics ■ Y ou ca nnot partially delete any data written to a CD-R W , DVD-RW or DVD+RW disc. Data V erification T o verify that data has been written or rewritten co rrectly to a data CD/DVD you should follow the steps below before you begin the write/rewri te process: 1. Display the setting dial og box by one of t[...]

User ’s Manual 4-18 Operating Basics 4. Click Burn -> Video Disc . 5. Select DVD or Blu-ray in Select disc . 6. Select DVD-Video or BDMV in Project format. 7. Input project name and sele ct a style. 8. Click the Go to menu editing button. 9. Click the Burn butt on. How to learn more about Corel Digital S tudio Please refer to the Help and Ma n[...]

User ’s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics ■ Bump or cause vibration to the computer . ■ Use the Mode control button and Audio/Video control button to reproduce music o r voice. ■ Open the DVD/Blu-ray™ drive. ■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including the following: SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card, USB device, externa l display , optic[...]

User ’s Manual 4-20 Operating Basics ■ Do not playback DVD discs Video while watching or recording televisio n programs using other applications. Doing so may cause DVD-Video playback or television program recording errors. In addition, if pre- scheduled recording starts during DVD-Video playback it may cause DVD-Video playback or television pr[...]

User ’s Manual 4-21 Operating Basics Display Devices & Audi o ■ "TOSHIBA VIDEO PLA YER" will only run when "Colors" is set to "T rue color (32 bit)". Click St art -> Control Pa nel -> Appearance and Personalization -> Display -> Adjust reso lution , click "A dvanced settings", select "[...]

User ’s Manual 4-22 Operating Basics ■ The “TOSHIBA VIDEO PLA YER” is intended for pl aying DVD-Video, DVD-VR and video files and for vie wing 2D home video content in 3D. The 3D playback of any video content not created by the user may require the permission of third parties, where such content is pro tected by copyright. The protection of[...]

User ’s Manual 4-23 Operating Basics St arting T OSHIBA VIDEO PLA YER Use the following procedure to start "TOSHIBA VIDEO PLA YER". 1. Insert a DVD-Video in the DVD/Bl u-ray™ drive while Wind ows 7 is running. When a DVD-Video disc is set in the Blu-ray™ drive (for models with Blu-ray™ Writer drive or Blu-ray™ Combo drive), TOSH[...]

User ’s Manual 4-24 Operating Basics Using WinDVD BD for T OSHIBA Please be aware of the following li mitations when you use WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA: Notes on use ■ WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA is for Blu-ray Disc™ playback only . DVD playback is not supported. Plea se use "TOSHIBA VIDEO PLA YER" for DVD playback. ■ Playback of high bit ra[...]

User ’s Manual 4-25 Operating Basics ■ T o playback video on an externa l display or TV using W inDVD BD, use output devices like external displa ys or TV that have HDCP supported HDMI port. The video cannot be displayed on a n external display or TV connected to the RGB connector . ■ The Blu-ray Disc™ movie can be played only on internal L[...]

User ’s Manual 4-26 Operating Basics ■ WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA does not support 2Dto 3D conversion function. Please use “TOSHIBA VIDEO PLA YER” for 3D playback of DVD or 3D video file. ■ The 3D effect dif fers among individuals. ■ Depending on the l ighting condition of your room, you may ex perience some flickerings when you have the 3D [...]

User ’s Manual 4-27 Operating Basics Media care This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CDs, DVDs and Blu-ray™ discs. Handle your media with care. Following the simple precautions listed be low will increase th e lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on it. 1. S t ore your CD/DVD/Blu-ray™ discs in the cont ai[...]

User ’s Manual 4-28 Operating Basics T o launch the configuration dia log window for system sounds, follow the steps below . 1. Right-click the Speakers icon on the T askbar . 2. Select Sounds from the menu. SmartAudio Y our computer cont ains Sm artAudio, a powerful pr ogram that all ows you to configure your audio software to enhance and person[...]

User ’s Manual 4-29 Operating Basics T o access Dolby Advanced Audio func tion, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Right-click on the speaker icon on th e T askbar , and select Playback Devices from the sub menu. 2. Select Speakers , and click Properties . 3. Click the Dolby tab. Adjusting Microphone Le vel Follow the steps below to change th[...]

User ’s Manual 4-30 Operating Basics Modem This section describes how to connect and disconnect the internal modem to and from a telepho ne jack. Region selectio n T elecommunication regula tions vary from one re gion to another , so you will need to make sure the internal modem’s settings are correct fo r the region in which it will be used. T[...]

User ’s Manual 4-31 Operating Basics Connecting the m odular cable T o connect the modem's modular cable, follow the ste ps as detailed below: 1. Plug the end of the modular cable into the computer's modem jack. 2. Plug the other end of the modular cable into a te lephone jack. Figure 4-8 Connecting the internal modem ■ Connection to [...]

User ’s Manual 4-32 Operating Basics Disconnecting the m odular cable T o disconnect 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 . 2. Pinch the lever on the pl ug in the computer's modem jack and pull it out from within the computer . [...]

User ’s Manual 4-33 Operating Basics ■ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption based on an 128-bit encryption algorithm ■ Wi-Fi Protected Access™ (WP A™) Setting 1. Please make sure that the Wireless Communi cation function is on. 2. Click Start -> Control Panel -> Netw ork and Internet -> Network and Sharing Center . 3. C[...]

User ’s Manual 4-34 Operating Basics Radio links Y ou can e asily establish links between two or more devices, wi th these links being maintained even if the devi ces are not within a line-of-sight of each othe r . Security T wo advanced security mechan isms ensure a high le vel of security: ■ Authentication prevents access to critical data and[...]

User ’s Manual 4-35 Operating Basics Wireless communica tion Indicator The wireless communication indicator shows the status of the computer's wireless com munication fu nctions. If you used the T askbar to disable the wireless LAN, restar t the computer o r perform the following procedure to re-enab le it: Star t -> Control Panel -> S[...]

User ’s Manual 4-36 Operating Basics If you are using Ethernet LAN (1 0 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), you can connect with a CA T3 or higher ca ble. Connecting the LAN cable T o connect 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 e[...]

User ’s Manual 4-37 Operating Basics Computer Ha ndling This section explains computer han dling and maintenance. Cleaning the compu ter T o help ensure long, trouble-free o per ation, keep the computer free of dust and dirt, and u se care with a ll liquids arou nd it. ■ Be careful not to spill liquids into the comp uter . If the compu ter does[...]

User ’s Manual 4-38 Operating Basics ■ Do not carry your computer by ho lding an y of its protruding elements. Using the T OSHIBA Sleep Utility The TOSHIBA Sleep Utility is used for changing settings of the following function: ■ Sleep and Charge It also displays the rema ining battery capacity . Sleep and Charge Y our computer can supply USB [...]

User ’s Manual 4-39 Operating Basics St arting the TO SHIBA Sleep Utility T o start the utility , click Start -> All Programs -> TOS HI BA -> Utilities -> Sleep Utility . Enabling Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable and disab le the Sleep and Charge function. Select the Enable Sleep and Charge check box to enable this [...]

User ’s Manual 4-40 Operating Basics Power supply mod e settings Y our PC has multiple charging modes so th at many different USB devices can be supported for Sleep and Charge fun ction. Auto Mode (Default) is suitable for a wide range of digital audio players. However , determining which mode is suitable for your USB device is unknown without tr[...]

User ’s Manual 5-1 Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer ’s keyboard layouts ar e 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 comp[...]

User ’s Manual 5-2 The Keyboard Function keys: F1 … F9 The function keys (not to be confused with the special FN key) are the nine keys at the top of your keyboard - these keys function differently from other keys. F1 through F9 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed and, wh en used in combination with t[...]

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

User ’s Manual 5-4 The Keyboard Wireless: Pressing FN + F8 enables/disables the wireless devices. T ouch Pad: Pre ssing FN + F9 enables or disables th e T ouch Pad function. Zoom: Pressing FN + Sp ace changes the display resoluti on. Reduce: Pressing FN + 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported applica[...]

User ’s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard Windows special keys The keyboard p rovides two keys tha t have special functio ns in Windows, the Windows S tart Button key activates the Star t menu while the application key has the same functi on as the secondary (right) mouse button. This key activates the Window s Star t menu. This key has the same function a[...]

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

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

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[...]

User ’s Manual 6-4 Power and Power-Up Modes Real Time Clock (RTC) 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[...]

User ’s Manual 6-5 Power and Power-Up Modes Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low , the Battery indicator will flash amber to indicate that only a fe w minutes of battery power remain. If you continue to u se the computer w hile the Ba ttery indicator flashes, the computer will enable Hibernation Mode so that you d[...]

User ’s Manual 6-6 Power and Power-Up Modes Battery charging notice The battery may not begin charging immediately under the followin g conditions: ■ The battery is extremely hot or cold (if the battery is extremely hot, it might not charge at all). T o ensure th e battery charges to its full capacity , you should charge it at room temperat u r[...]

User ’s Manual 6-7 Power and Power-Up Modes Maximizing battery op erating time A battery's usefulness depends on how long it can su pply power on a single charge, while how long the c harg e lasts in a battery depends on: ■ Processor speed ■ Screen bright ness ■ System Sleep Mode ■ System Hibernation Mode ■ Display power off period[...]

User ’s Manual 6-8 Power and Power-Up Modes ■ If you have extra battery p acks, rotate their use. ■ If you will not be using the system for an extended period, for example for more than one month, remove th e battery pack from the computer . ■ S tore spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Replacing the b attery p ac[...]

User ’s Manual 6-9 Power and Power-Up Modes 6. Slide and hold the battery release latch to disengage th e battery pack and then remove it from the computer. Figure 6-1 Releasing the battery pack Installing the battery pack T o install a battery pack, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Insert the battery pack as far as it will go into the comp[...]

User ’s Manual 6-10 Power and Power-Up Modes Passwo rd Utilit y The password utility allows you to maintain an additional level of security and provides two levels of password security: User and Supervisor . User Password T o start the utility , point to or click the following items: Star t -> All Programs -> TOS HI BA -> Utilities ->[...]

User ’s Manual 6-1 1 Power and Power-Up Modes Power-up modes The computer has three differ ent power-up modes as follows: ■ Shut Down Mode: T he computer will s hut d own without saving data - in view of this you must always save your work before you turn the computer of f. ■ Hibernation Mode: Data in memory will be saved to the hard disk dri[...]

User ’s Manual 7-1 Chapter 7 HW Setup This chapter explains how to use the TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer , and provides information on settings for various functions. Accessing HW Set up T o run the HW Setup program, cl ick Start -> All Programs -> TO SH IB A -> Utilities -> HWSetup . HW Setup window The HW Setup[...]

User ’s Manual 7-2 HW Setu p Setup This field displays the installed BIOS version , date and EC version . Password This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on. User Password Lets you register a new password or change/remove an existing password. T o enter a user password: 1. Select Registered to displa y the following pr[...]

User ’s Manual 7-3 HW Setu p Display This tab lets you customize your computer’s display settings for either the internal display or an external monitor . Power On Display This tab allows you to select the display to be used when the computer is started. Please note that this setting is only available on standard VGA mode and is not available a[...]

User ’s Manual 7-4 HW Setu p Boot Speed This feature allows you to select system boot-up speed. Panel Open - Power On This feature a llows you to change the Panel Open - Power On setting. Keyboard Wa ke-up on Key board When this feature is enabl ed, and the co mputer is in Sleep Mode, you can turn on the system by pressing any key . However , ple[...]

User ’s Manual 7-5 HW Setu p Power will be automatically turn ed on when a signal is received from an administrator's computer whic h is connected via a network. The following settings can be changed when the Built-in LAN is Enabled . Connect the AC adaptor when using the Wake-up on LAN function. The battery retention time will be shorter th[...]

User ’s Manual 8-1 Chapter 8 T roubleshooting TOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability , ho wever , should problems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed in this chapter to help determi ne the cause. All users should become familiar with this chapter as knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems fr om occurring in[...]

User ’s Manual 8-2 T roubleshooting ■ Before you attach an external device yo u should first turn the computer off, then when you turn the computer back on again it will recognize the new device. ■ Make sure all optional accessories are configured properly in the computer's setup program and tha t all required driver software has been lo[...]

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

User ’s Manual 8-4 T roubleshooting Self test While booting up the computer , self te st is executed aut omatically and the TOSHIBA logo is displayed on the screen. This message remains on the screen for a few seconds. If the self test is successful, the com puter tries to load t he operating system according to how the Boot Priority option is se[...]

User ’s Manual 8-5 T roubleshooting AC power If you have trouble turning on the comp u ter with the AC adaptor connected you should check the status of the DC IN indicator . Please refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for further information. Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery , you should check the status of the DC IN indi[...]

User ’s Manual 8-6 T roubleshooting Check wh ether the ba ttery is ho t or cold t o the touch - if so, it will not charge properl y and should be allow ed to reach room temper ature befo re you try again. Unplug the AC ada ptor and remove the battery to make sure its connecting terminals are clean - if necessary wipe th em with a soft dry cloth l[...]

User ’s Manual 8-7 T roubleshooting Real Time Clock 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 BIOS setting and system date/time are lost. The charge in the Real Time Clock (R T C) battery has run out - you will[...]

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

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

User ’s Manual 8-10 T roubleshooting Blu-ray™ drive For more inform ation, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Check the type of CD/D VD you are using. The drive supports: DVD-ROM: DVD-ROM, DVD-Video CD - RO M : CD-DA, CD-T ext, Photo CD (single/multi-session), CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2, CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2), Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA), A[...]

User ’s Manual 8-1 1 T roubleshooting Check the type of CD/D VD/Blu-ray Disc™ you are using. The drive suppo rts: Blu-ray™ W riter/Blu-r ay™ Combo:BD-RO M, BD- RO M D L, BD-R, BD-R DL, BD-RE, BD-RE DL DVD-ROM: DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, DVD-R, DVD-RW , DVD+R, DVD+RW , DVD-RAM CD - RO M : CD-DA, CD-T ext, Photo CD (single/multi-session), CD-ROM Mod[...]

User ’s Manual 8-12 T roubleshooting Memory Cards: SD/SDHC/SDXC Card , Memory Stick/Memory Stick PRO, MultiM ediaCard For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse, you should also refer to both the USB device section in this chapter , and the documentation suppl[...]

User ’s Manual 8-13 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 Star t -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Mouse . 2. Within the Mouse Prope rties window , click the Buttons ta[...]

User ’s Manual 8-14 T roubleshooting USB mouse USB device In addition to the information in th is section, please also refer to the documentation supplied with your USB device. Problem Procedure On-screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation In this instance the system might be busy - T ry moving the mouse again after waiting a short while[...]

User ’s Manual 8-15 T roubleshooting Additional mem ory modu le Please also refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options , for further information on installing and removing memory modules. Sound system In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with your a udio device. Ensure that any [...]

User ’s Manual 8-16 T roubleshooting External monitor Please also refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options , and to the documentation supplied with your monitor for further information. Check within the Win dows Device Manager application to ensure the sound device is enabled and that the devic e is properly working. For further inform[...]

User ’s Manual 8-17 T roubleshooting Modem When the display panel and an external monitor are set to clone mode and they are turned off by the timer , the display panel or the exte rnal monitor may not display when turn ed on again. If this occurs, press FN + F5 to re-set the display panel and external monitor to clone mode. Display error occurs [...]

User ’s Manual 8-18 T roubleshooting LAN Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not re store LAN access, consult your LAN administrator . For more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Bluetooth For further information on Bluetooth wire less communication, please refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . [...]

User ’s Manual 8-19 T roubleshooting Recovery Media 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 Check to ensure the Bluetooth Manager application is runnin g on the co mputer and[...]

User ’s Manual 8-20 T roubleshooting Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system so it is import ant that you in vestigate other sour ces of assistance first. Before cont acting TOSHIBA, try the following: ■ Review troubleshoo ting sections in the documentation supplied with your software and/or peripheral de[...]

User ’s Manual 8-21 T roubleshooting United S t ates o f America TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine , California 92618 USA United Kingdom TOSHIBA Information Systems (U.K.) Ltd. TOSHIBA Court W eybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge, Surrey KT15 2UL India TOSHIBA India Pvt Lt d. PC Division 6th Floor [...]

User ’s Manual A-1 Appendix A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the computer ’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Environmental Requirements Size 380 (w) x 250 (d) x 27.7/37.5 (h) millimeters (not including parts that extend beyond the main body). Conditions Ambient temperature Rela tive humidity Operating 5°C (41°F) to 35?[...]

User ’s Manual A-2 S pecifications Power Requirements Built-in Mod em AC adaptor 100-240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz (cycles per second) Computer 19V DC This information is appl icable to the models equipped with a built-in modem. Network control unit (NCU) T ype of NCU AA T ype of l ine T elephone line (an alog only) T ype of dialing Pulse To n e Co[...]

User ’s Manual A-3 S pecifications Communication speed Data transmission and reception 300/1200/2400/4800/7200 /9 600/12000/14400 /16 800/19200/21600/24000 /26400/28800/3 1200/33 600 bps Data reception only with V .90 28000/29333/30666/320 00/33333/34666/36000/ 37333/38666/40000/413 33/42666/44000/45333/ 46666/48000/49333/506 66/52000/53333/54666[...]

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

User ’s Manual C-1 Appendix C Information for Wireless Devices Wireless LAN Interoperab ility The Wireless LAN is compatible wit h other LAN systems Direct Sequence S pread S pectrum (DSSS) /Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) radio technology , and is compliant to: ■ The IEEE 802.1 1 S tandard on Wireless LANs (Revision a/b/g/n, [...]

User ’s Manual C-2 Information for Wireless Devices CAUTION about Wireless Devices Wireless Devices and your health Wireless products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy . The level of energy emitted by Wireless products however is far much less than the electromagnetic ene rgy emitted by wireless devices like f[...]

User ’s Manual C-3 Information for Wireless Devices Radio Regulatory Information The Wireless device is must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer ’s instructions as descr ibed in the user do cumentation that comes with the product. This product complies with the follow ing radio frequency and safety standards. Europe[...]

User ’s Manual C-4 Information for Wireless Devices Restrictions for Use of 5470 -5 725MHz Frequencies in Eu rope T o remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for Wireless LAN operati on, the above 2. 4GHz and 5GHz chann el limitations apply for outdoor usage. The user should use th e wireless LAN utility to check the current chann[...]

User ’s Manual C-5 Information for Wireless Devices Canada - Industry Canada (IC) This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interfer ence, and (2) this devi ce must accept any interferen ce, including interference that may cause undesired operation of [...]

User ’s Manual C-6 Information for Wireless Devices Using this equipment in J apan In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400MHz to 2,483.5MHz for second generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification syste m s (premises radio station and specified low-powe r radio station). 1.[...]

User ’s Manual C-7 Information for Wireless Devices (4) Th is equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identifica tion systems. 4. About the JEIT A 5GHz Wireless LAN supports W52/W53/W56 Channel. Device Auth orization This device obtains the T echnical Re gulation Conf[...]

User ’s Manual C-8 Information for Wireless Devices As of Oct.2010 Do not use this equipment in the count ries/regions which are not listed in the table below . ■ Available channel of Peer-to-peer connection by ad-hoc mode is Ch1- Ch1 1. ■ Connection with an access point by the Infrastructure mode is Ch1- Ch13. Albania Australia Austria Azerb[...]

User ’s Manual C-9 Information for Wireless Devices Approved Countries/Regio ns for the Realtek® RT L8188CE Wireless LAN 802.1 1n PCI- E NIC b/g/n W ireless LAN This equipment is approved to the r adio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. As of Oct.2010 Singapore Slo vak Republic Slovenia South Africa South Korea S pain Sri [...]

User ’s Manual C-10 Information for Wireless Devices Approved Countries/Regio ns for the Atheros AR9002WB-1 NG Wireless Netw ork Adaptor b/g/n (b/g) W ireless LAN an d Bluetooth This equipment is approved to the r adio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Ireland Italy Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia Le[...]

User ’s Manual C-1 1 Information for Wireless Devices As of Oct.2010 Albania Algeria Angola Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Bangladesh Belarus Belgium Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Botswana Brazil Bulgaria Burkina Faso Bu rundi Cambodia Cameroon Canada Central African Republic Chile China Colombia Comoros Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus[...]

User ’s Manual C-12 Information for Wireless Devices Paraguay Peru Ph ilippines Poland Portugal Puerto R ico Qatar Republic of Chad Republic of Djibouti Republic of The Gambia Reunion Romania Rwanda Saudi Arab ia Senegal Serbia Sierra Leone Si ngapore Slovak Republic Slovenia South Africa So uth Korea S pain Sri Lanka Swaziland Sweden Switzerland[...]

User ’s Manual D-1 Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country/region in which it is used. All cords must meet the following specifications: Certification agencies Wire size: Minimum 0.75 mm 2 Curren[...]

User ’s Manual D-2 AC Power Cord and Connectors In Europe, two conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F or H03VVH2-F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VV - F . For the United S tates and Canada, two pin plug configuration must be a 2- 15P (250V) or 1-15P (125V) and three pin plug configuration mu st be 6- 15P (250V[...]

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

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

User ’s Manual F-1 Appendix F Legal Footnotes This chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. Non-applicable Icons Certain computer chassis are design ed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product se ries. Therefore, please b e aware that your selected model may not have al l the features[...]

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

User ’s Manual F-3 Legal Footnotes 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 [...]

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

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-1 Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topi cs related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. Abbreviations AC: Alternating current ACPI: Advanced Configuration and Power Interface AMT : Intel Active Management T echnology ASCII: American S tandard Code for Information Interchange BD-R: Blu-ray D[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-2 Glossary HDMI: High-Definition Multimedia Interface IDE: integr ated driv e electro nics IEEE: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O: input/ output IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LAN: local area network LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode MB: megabyte MMC: multi media card OCR: opt[...]

User ’s Manual Index-1 Index A AC adaptor 3-3 additional 3-29 connecting 1-4 DC IN 19V jack 2-5 ASCII characters 5-5 B Battery charging 6-5 extending life 6 -7 indicator 2-10, 6-2 monitoring capacity 6-6 real time clock 3-3, 6-4 save mode 3-8 types 6-3 Battery pack 2-5, 3-2 replacing 6-8 Bluetooth 3-6, 4-33 Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba [...]

Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D User ’s Manual Index-2 FN + F7 (Brightness Up) 5-3 FN + F8 (Wireless) 5-4 FN + F9 (Touch Pad) 5-4 FN + space (Zoom) 5-4 Function keys 5-2 G Graphics controller 3-5 H Hard disk drive 3-3 automatic power off 3-7 Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disc Drive indica- tor 2-10 HDMI 3-25 Heat dispersal 3-8,[...]

Satellite L750/L755/L750D/L755D/Satellite Pro L750/L750D User ’s Manual Index-3 Touch Pad 8-12 Power conditions 6-1 Hibernation Mode 1-10 indicators 6-2 panel on/off 3 -8, 6-11 Shut Down mode (B oot Mode) 1-8 Sleep Mode 1-8 System Auto Off 6- 11 turning off 1-8 turning on 1-7 Problems AC power 8- 5 Additional memory module 8-15 Analyzing the prob[...]