Toshiba TECRA Z40-A/Z50-A manual

User's Manual TECRA Z40-A/Z50-A PORTÉGÉ Z30-A/Z30t-A Satellite Z30-A/Z30t-A/Z40-A/Z50- A series[...]

Table of Contents Chapter 1 TOSHIBA Legal, Regulatory and Safety Copyright, Disclaimer and Trademarks .............................................. 1-1 Regulatory Information ......................................................................... 1-2 Video Standard Notice ..........................................................................[...]

TOSHIBA Hi-Speed Port Replicator III 180W/120W .......................... 4-29 Security lock ........................................................................................ 4-31 Optional TOSHIBA Accessories ........................................................ 4-31 Sound System and Video mode ............................................[...]

Chapter 1 TOSHIBA Legal, Regulatory and Safety This chapter states the Legal, regulatory and safety information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. Copyright, Disclaimer and Trademarks Copyright © 2013 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permissi[...]

The Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba Corporation and its affiliates is under license. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other[...]

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits m[...]

CE compliance This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives, notably RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC for the notebook and the electronic accessories including the supplied power adapter, the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Dire[...]

the manufacturer or airline respectively should be asked for permission before use of this product. Furthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted. VCCI Class B Information (Japan Only) この装置は、クラスＢ情報技術装置です。この装置は、家庭環?[...]

Following information is only valid for EU-member States: Disposal of products The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that products must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste. Integrated batteries and accumulators can be disposed of with the product. They will be separated at the recycling centres. The black bar in[...]

These symbols may not stick depending on the country and region where you purchased. REACH - Compliance Statement The new European Union (EU) chemical regulation, REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals), entered into force on 1 June 2007. TOSHIBA will meet all REACH requirements and is committed to provide our c[...]

Video Standard Notice THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC, THE VC-1 AND MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER FOR (I) ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE ABOVE STANDARDS ("VIDEO") AND/OR (II) DECODING AVC, VC-1 AND MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL[...]

5. Products derived from this software may not be called "OpenSSL" nor may "OpenSSL" appear in their names without prior written permission of the OpenSSL Project. 6. Redistributions of any form whatsoever must retain the following acknowledgment: "This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in t[...]

This can be in the form of a textual message at program startup or in documentation (online or textual) provided with the package. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1. Redistributions of source code must retain the copyright notice, this lis[...]

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authors (David Turner, Robert Wilhelm, and Werner Lemberg) as the `FreeType Project', be they named as alpha, beta or final release. `You' refers to the licensee, or person using the project, where `using' is a generic term including compiling the project's source code as well as linking it to form a `program' or `executabl[...]

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ENERGY STAR ® Program Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR ® compliant. If the model you purchased is compliant, it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo on the computer and the following information applies. TOSHIBA is a partner in the ENERGY STAR Program and has designed this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy effici[...]

Provide adequate ventilation Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in Sleep Mode). In this condition, observe the following: Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any [...]

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

Turn off (shut down) the computer. Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer. Close the display panel. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel. Before carrying your computer, shut it down, disconnect the AC adaptor and allow it to cool down - a failure to follow this instruction may result in minor heat injur[...]

Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic information to start using your computer. Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre-installed by TOSHIBA. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer, taking care to save the box and [...]

Click Tap the Touch Pad or click the left Touch Pad control button once. Left click the mouse once. Tap the touch screen once (only for touch screen models). Right-click Click the right Touch Pad control button once. Right click the mouse once. Press and hold on the touch screen (only for touch screen models). Double-click Tap the Touch Pad or clic[...]

LCD Model name Short Name 33.8cm (13.3") PORTÉGÉ Z30-A/Z30t-A/Satellite Z30-A/Z30t-A Z30-A 35.6cm (14.0") TECRA Z40-A/Satellite Z40-A Z40-A 39.6cm (15.6") TECRA Z50-A/Satellite Z50-A Z50-A Using your computer for the first time Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for information on the safe and pr[...]

The AC adaptor can automatically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz, enabling you to use this computer in almost any country/region. The adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to this computer. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your c[...]

Figure 2-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor Either a 2-pin or 3-pin adaptor/cord will be included with the computer depending on the model. 2. Connect the AC adaptor’s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on your computer. 3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet - the DC IN/Battery indicator should glow. Figure 2-3 Connecting th[...]

Figure 2-5 Connecting the DC output plug to the computer (Z50-A) 1 2 1. DC IN 19V jack 2. DC output plug Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. 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 body of the computer is not[...]

When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to slowly open or close the display panel (Do not use excessive force when opening or closing the display panel). Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power - the Power indicator will then indicat[...]

Figure 2-9 Turning on the power (Z50-A) 1 1. Power button Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. Initial setup The Windows Startup Screen will be the first screen displayed when you turn on the power. Follow the on-screen instructions on each screen in order to properly install the operating system. When it is displayed, be sure to [...]

Share This Charm allows you to share items (links, photos, and more). Start This Charm takes you to the Start screen or, if already on the Start screen, returns you to your last app. Devices This Charm allows you to manage your hardware. Settings This Charm allows you to access your computer’s settings (volume, brightness, connecting to the inter[...]

Shut Down Mode When you turn off the power in Shut Down Mode, no data will be saved and the computer will boot to the operating system's main screen the next time it is turned on. 1. If you have entered data, either save it to the HDD/SSD or to other storage media. 2. Make sure all disk/disc activity has stopped before removing the disk/ disc.[...]

When you have to turn off your computer aboard an aircraft or in places where electronic devices are regulated or controlled, always completely shut down the computer. This includes turning off any wireless communication functionalities, and cancelling settings that reactivate the computer automatically, such as a timer recording function. Failure [...]

In the Settings charm, click Power and then select Sleep . Close the display panel. Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options. Press the power button. Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options. When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left off when you shut down the comput[...]

Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Hibernate feature. Allows the use of the panel power off feature. Starting Hibernation Mode To enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below. 1. Click the Settings charm. 2. Click Power and then select Hibernate . In[...]

Chapter 3 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of the computer - it is recommended that you become familiar with each before you operate the computer. Legal Footnote (Non-applicable Icons) For more information regarding Non-applicable Icons, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section. Please handle your computer carefully [...]

Figure 3-1 Front of the computer with display panel closed (Z30-A) 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 1. Stereo speakers 4. SSD indicator 2. DC IN/Battery indicator 5. Wireless communication indicator 3. Power indicator 6. Wireless WAN/WiMAX indicator* * Provided with some models. Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. Stereo speakers The speakers emit [...]

Left side (Z30-A) The following figures show the left side of the computer. Figure 3-2 The left side of the computer (Z30-A) 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. DC IN 19V jack 4. Universal Serial Bus (USB 3.0) port 2. External RGB monitor port 5. Headphone/Microphone jack 3. HDMI out port 6. Smart Card slot* * Provided with some models. Product appearance depends on th[...]

Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of all USB devices that are available. Some functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly. Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of the USB port. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause [...]

Universal Serial Bus (USB 3.0) port Two Universal Serial Bus ports, which comply to the USB 3.0 standard, are provided on the right side of the computer. The USB 3.0 port is compliant with USB 3.0 standard and backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices. LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (1[...]

Underside (Z30-A) The following figures show the underside of the computer. You should ensure that the display is closed before the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage. Figure 3-5 The underside of the computer (Z30-A) 1 1 2 1. Cooling vents 2. Docking port* * Provided with some models. Product appearance depends on the model you pur[...]

Figure 3-6 The front of the computer with the display panel open (Z30-A) 9 1 5 6 10 7 2 3 4 2 6 8 17 18 15 15 11 11 12 14 13 16 19 1. Wireless communication antennas (not shown)* 11. AccuPoint control buttons* 2. Microphone* 12. Touch Pad ON/OFF indicator 3. Web Camera LED* 13. eco indicator 4. Web Camera* 14. Touch Pad 5. Display screen 15. Touch [...]

Microphone The built-in microphone allows you to record sounds for your application - please refer to the Sound System and Video mode section for more information. Web Camera LED The Web Camera LED glows when the Web Camera is operating. Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer. You ca[...]

NFC (Near Field Communication) detection area NFC (Near Field Communication) initiates interactions immediately between people and objects close the computer. NFC enables quick ad-hoc connections from PC to PC, or PC to device, through simple physical touch, without the pre-requisite of formal pairing. The interactions are intended to be quick, sim[...]

Fingerprint Sensor This sensor enables you to enroll and recognize a fingerprint. Some models are equipped with a Fingerprint Sensor. DC IN/Battery indicator The DC IN/Battery indicator shows the condition of the DC IN and the battery's charge - white indicates the battery is fully charged while the power is being correctly supplied from the A[...]

DC IN/Battery indicator The DC IN/Battery indicator shows the condition of the DC IN and the battery's charge - white indicates the battery is fully charged while the power is being correctly supplied from the AC power adaptor. Please refer to the Power Condition Descriptions section for more information on this feature. Power indicator The Po[...]

Figure 3-8 The left side of the computer (Z40-A) 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 6 5 1. Cooling vents 4. DisplayPort* 2. External RGB monitor port 5. Memory media slot 3. Universal Serial Bus (USB 3.0) port 6. HDMI out port* * Provided with some models. Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. Cooling vents The cooling vents help the processor to avo[...]

DisplayPort A DisplayPort is provided on the left side of the computer. Some models are equipped with a DisplayPort. Memory media slot This slot lets you insert an SD™/SDHC™/ SDXC™ memory card, miniSD™/microSD™ Card and MultiMediaCard™. Refer to the Memory media section for more information. Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, s[...]

Universal Serial Bus (USB 3.0) ports Two Universal Serial Bus ports, which comply to the USB 3.0 standard, are provided on the right side of the computer. The USB 3.0 port is compliant with USB 3.0 standard and backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices. LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor has built-in support for Ethernet LAN ([...]

Figure 3-11 The underside of the computer (Z40-A) 2 1 1. Cooling vents 2. Docking port* * Provided with some models. Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. Cooling vents The cooling vents help the processor to avoid overheating. Docking port This port enables connection of an optional TOSHIBA Hi-Speed Port Replicator III 180W/ 120W [...]

Figure 3-12 The front of the computer with the display panel open (Z40-A) 1 5 6 8 10 7 2 4 3 2 6 17 18 15 15 11 11 12 14 13 16 19 9 1. Wireless communication antennas (not shown)* 11. AccuPoint control buttons 2. Microphone* 12. Touch Pad ON/OFF indicator 3. Web Camera LED* 13. eco indicator 4. Web Camera* 14. Touch Pad 5. Display screen 15. Touch [...]

Microphone The built-in microphone allows you to record sounds for your application - please refer to the Sound System and Video mode section for more information. Web Camera LED The Web Camera LED glows when the Web Camera is operating. Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer. You ca[...]

NFC (Near Field Communication) detection area NFC (Near Field Communication) initiates interactions immediately between people and objects close the computer. NFC enables quick ad-hoc connections from PC to PC, or PC to device, through simple physical touch, without the pre-requisite of formal pairing. The interactions are intended to be quick, sim[...]

DC IN/Battery indicator The DC IN/Battery indicator shows the condition of the DC IN and the battery's charge - white indicates the battery is fully charged while the power is being correctly supplied from the AC power adaptor. Please refer to the Power Condition Descriptions section for more information on this feature. Power indicator The Po[...]

Power indicator The Power indicator normally glows white when the computer is turned on. However, if you turn the computer off into Sleep Mode, this indicator will flash amber. HDD/SSD indicator The HDD/SSD indicator blinks white whenever the computer is accessing the built-in HDD/SSD. Wireless communication indicator The Wireless communication ind[...]

DC IN 19V jack The AC adaptor connects to this jack in order to power the computer and charge its internal batteries. Please note that you should only use the model of AC adaptor supplied with the computer at the time of purchase - using the wrong AC adaptor can cause damage to the computer. External RGB monitor port This port provides 15-pin, anal[...]

Headphone/ Microphone jack A 3.5 mm mini headphone/microphone jack enables connection of a monaural microphone or a stereo headphone. Smart Card slot This slot allows you to install a Smart Card device. Some models are equipped with a Smart Card slot. DisplayPort A DisplayPort is provided on the left side of the computer. Some models are equipped w[...]

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 per second, 100BASE-TX) or Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T). Refer to Operating Basics , for details. Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to the LA[...]

Figure 3-17 The underside of the computer (Z50-A) 2 1 1. Cooling vents 2. Docking port* * Provided with some models. Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. Cooling vents The cooling vents help the processor to avoid overheating. Docking port This port enables connection of an optional TOSHIBA Hi-Speed Port Replicator III 180W/ 120W [...]

Figure 3-18 The front of the computer with the display panel open (Z50-A) 1 5 6 8 10 7 9 2 4 3 2 6 17 18 15 15 11 11 12 14 13 16 19 1. Wireless communication antennas (not shown)* 11. AccuPoint control buttons 2. Microphone* 12. Touch Pad ON/OFF indicator 3. Web Camera LED* 13. eco indicator 4. Web Camera* 14. Touch Pad 5. Display screen 15. Touch [...]

Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer. You can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool. Some models are equipped with a Web Camera. Do not point the web camera directly at the sun. Do not touch or press strongly on the web camera lens. Doing so may [...]

NFC (Near Field Communication) detection area NFC (Near Field Communication) initiates interactions immediately between people and objects close the computer. NFC enables quick ad-hoc connections from PC to PC, or PC to device, through simple physical touch, without the pre-requisite of formal pairing. The interactions are intended to be quick, sim[...]

DC IN/Battery indicator The DC IN/Battery indicator shows the condition of the DC IN and the battery's charge - white indicates the battery is fully charged while the power is being correctly supplied from the AC power adaptor. Please refer to the Power Condition Descriptions section for more information on this feature. Power indicator The Po[...]

Legal Footnote (CPU) For more information regarding CPU, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section. Hard Disk Drive or Solid State Drive The capacity of the HDD/SSD varies depending on the model. To check which type of HDD/SSD is included in your model, open the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor utility by clicking Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Supp[...]

Video RAM The memory in a computer's graphics adaptor, used to store the image displayed on a bitmap display. The amount of Video RAM available is dependent on the computer's system memory. Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Control Panel -> Appearance and Personalization -> Display -> Adjust resolution . The amount of Video RAM [...]

When you use some video playback programs to play video files, the preferred graphics processor in the "Program Settings" tab cannot be changed to the graphics other than "Integrated Graphics". To access the Program Settings, click "NVIDIA Control Panel" -> "Manage 3D settings" -> "Program Settings[...]

1. Click Power . 2. Select On battery from the drop-down menu in Power Source . 3. Clear the Display Power Saving Technology check box. 4. Click OK . If you want to enable this feature, under the conditions mentioned above, select the Display Power Saving Technology check box. Intel Rapid Start Technology Your computer may support Intel ® Rapid St[...]

Intel ® Rapid Start Technology cannot be used in models that do not equipped with a Solid State Drive. The Windows restore time from Hibernation Mode depends on the amount of system memory used in the computer. Intel ® Smart Connect Technology Your computer may support Intel ® Smart Connect Technology which automatically updates your application[...]

Power on Power off (no operation) AC adaptor connected Battery fully charged • Operates • No charge • LED: white • No charge • LED: white Battery partially charged or no charge • Operates • Charge • LED: amber • Quick charge • LED: amber AC adaptor not connected Remaining battery capacity is above low battery trigger point • O[...]

If the battery pack becomes too hot while it is being charged, the charge will stop and the DC IN/Battery indicator will go out. When the battery pack's temperature falls to a normal range, charging will resume - this process will occur regardless of whether the computer's power is on or off. Power indicator Check the Power indicator to d[...]

Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer, and highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it. Using the Touch Screen Some models are equipped with a touch screen. You can use your finger to manipulate icons, buttons, menu items, the onscreen keyboard, and other items on the touch screen.[...]

Swipe Quickly move your finger in from the edge of the screen, without pausing when you first touch it. Swipe from the left edge: shows your recently opened apps, and so on. Swipe from the right edge: opens or closes the charms (Search, Share, Start, Devices, Settings). Swipe from the top edge: opens or closes the app command bar. For details and m[...]

Swipe Quickly move your finger in from the edge of the Touch Pad, without pausing when you first touch it. Swipe from the left edge: shows your recently opened apps. Swipe from the right edge: opens or closes the charms (Search, Share, Start, Devices, Settings). Swipe from the top edge: opens or closes the app command bar. Some of the Touch Pad ope[...]

CAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when letter keys are locked into their uppercase format. Function Key The function keys (F1 ~ F12) are the twelve keys at the top of your keyboard. Function keys let you enable or disable certain features of the computer. The functions can be performed by pressing the associated function keys. Mute Pressing FN +[...]

Numeric Keypad Pressing FN + F11 to access the computer's integrated keypad. When activated, the keys with grey markings on their bottom edge become numeric keypad keys. This function is supported with some models ScrLock Pressing FN + F12 to lock the cursor on a specific line. The power on default is off. This function is supported with some [...]

Two buttons above the Touch Pad work in the same way with the AccuPoint as they do with the Touch Pad. Some models are equipped with an AccuPoint. AccuPoint precautions Certain conditions can affect the on-screen pointer when using AccuPoint. For example, the pointer may travel contrary to AccuPoint operation or an error message may appear, if You [...]

Logon to Windows and access a security enabled homepage through Internet Explorer. Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted and third party access to them prevented. Unlock the password-protected screen-saver. Authentication of the User Password (and, if applicable, the HDD/SSD Password) when booting up the computer (Pre-Boot authentication). S[...]

Points to note about the Fingerprint Sensor Please be aware of the following considerations when using the fingerprint sensor. A failure to follow these guidelines might result in damage to the sensor, sensor failure, fingerprint recognition problems or a lower fingerprint recognition success rate. Do not scratch or poke the sensor with your nails [...]

Check the position and speed at which you swipe your finger across the sensor - please refer to the preceding drawing. The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint. However, there may be instances where certain users are unable to register their fingerprints due to insufficient unique characteristics in t[...]

2. The Enroll screen is displayed. Enter the current account password into the Windows Password field. If no Windows password has been configured, you will be asked to configure the new logon password. Then click Next . 3. Click the non-enrolled finger you want to register and then click Next . 4. The instructions for enrollment operation screen is[...]

2. User Account Control window is displayed. Click Yes . 3. Swipe your enrolled finger. 4. Select Fingerprint Management option. 5. A list of fingerprint information for all users is shown in the screen. Click the enrolled fingerprint data you want to delete, and then click Delete Selected Items . 6. "Do you want to delete the selected fingerp[...]

You must ensure that you use the TOSHIBA Password Utility to register a User Password before using the Fingerprint Pre-Boot authentication and its extended function to allow fingerprints to be used to access the computer when it is turned on. When swiping your finger, please ensure that you do it slowly and at a constant speed. If you find that thi[...]

5. Select Setting in the main menu to open the Setting window. You can: Select Pre-Boot authentication check box if you want to use the fingerprint Pre-Boot authentication feature. Select Pre-Boot authentication and Single Sign-On check boxes if you want to use the Single Sign-On feature. 6. Click Apply . 7. "Save successfully" is display[...]

Care and use of the battery pack This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your battery pack properly. Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions. The battery pack can explode if not replaced, used, handled or disposed of properly. Use only batte[...]

The battery has not been used for a long time. The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time. In such cases you should follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power on until the system automatically turns itself off. 2. Connect the AC adaptor to [...]

The environmental temperature - operating time decreases at low temperatures. System Sleep Mode System Hibernation Mode Display power off period Whether you enable Sleep Mode, which can conserve battery power if you are frequently turning the computer off and on. Whether you enable Sleep and Charge function. Batteries exhausted time Refer to User I[...]

Installing a SIM Card To install a SIM card, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Click the Settings charm. 2. Click Power and then select Shut down . 3. To pop the SIM card tray partially open, insert a slender object (about 10mm, diameter 0.8mm) such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole. Gently pull to open the SIM card tray. Never [...]

4. Place the SIM card into the SIM card tray with the metal connectors facing up. 5. Insert the SIM card tray into the SIM card slot, and push the center of the tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place. Never pull the SIM card tray completely out of the slot. Figure 4-7 Installing the SIM Card (Z30-A) 1 2 3 Figure 4-8 Installing the[...]

Do not touch the connectors on the SIM card or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause access problems. Removing a SIM Card To remove the SIM card, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. To pop the SIM card tray partially open, insert a slender object (about 10mm) such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole. Gently pull to ope[...]

The Link speed (10/100/1000 megabits per second) changes automatically depending on the network conditions (connected device, cable or noise and so on). LAN cable types The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN. Logging onto a LAN using the computer’s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation. Check wit[...]

2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place. Figure 4-10 Connecting the LAN cable (Z30-A) 2 1 1. LAN jack 2. LAN cable Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. 3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector or router. Check with your LAN administrator and hardware[...]

MultiMediaCard (MMC) Points to note about the memory media card SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards comply with SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music. For this reason, you cannot copy or playback protected material on another computer or other device, and you may not reprod[...]

Do not touch the metal part of a card or expose it to liquids or let it get dirty. After using card, return it to its case. The card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way. Do not try to force the card into the slot. Do not leave a card partially inserted in the slot. Press the card until you hear it click into place. Set the write-pro[...]

3. Press the memory media gently until it clicks into place. Figure 4-12 Inserting memory media (Z30-A) 2 1 1. Memory media slot 2. Memory media Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. Make sure the memory media is oriented properly before you insert it. If you insert the media in wrong direction, you may not be able to remove it. Wh[...]

Smart Card A Smart Card is a credit card sized plastic card. An extremely thin integrated circuit (IC chip) is embedded into the card on which information can be recorded. These cards can be used for a wide variety of applications including telephone related and electronic monetary payments. This section contains information on the proper use of th[...]

Before removing the Smart Card, confirm that the Smart Card is not working with any program or system. Be careful not to bend the Smart Card while removing it from the computer. 2. Point to Smart Card and click the left Touch Pad control button. 3. Grasp the Smart Card and remove it. External Display Your computer video capabilities can be enhanced[...]

When you turn on the power, the computer will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device. When displaying desktop on an external analog monitor, desktop is sometimes displayed on the center of the monitor with black bars around desktop (with small size). At that time, please read the manual of the m[...]

Figure 4-14 Connecting the HDMI out port (Z30-A) 1 2 1. HDMI out port 2. HDMI cable Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. Please do not plug/unplug an HDMI device under the following conditions: The system is starting up. The system is shutting down. When you connect a television or external monitor to the HDMI port, the display ou[...]

Changing the external playback settings After one or more external displays are connected, the operating system can automatically detect, identify and setup the display settings. You can also manually manage how the external displays will work and change the display settings by pressing P while holding down the Windows ( ) key. If you disconnect th[...]

To dock your computer in the Port Replicator, follow the steps below: 1. Align the top left and top right corner of your computer to the correct mark on the Port Replicator. Short Name Top Left Corner Top Right Corner Z30-A A AB Z40-A B AB Z50-A C C 2. Press down on the back of the computer until it clicks into place. The computer connector on the [...]

Security lock A security lock enables you to anchor your computer to a desk or other heavy object in order to help prevent unauthorized removal or theft. The computer has a security lock slot into which you can attach one end of the security cable, while the other end attaches to a desk or similar object. The methods used for attaching security cab[...]

Volume Mixer The Volume Mixer utility lets you control the audio volume for playback of devices and applications under Windows. To launch the Volume Mixer utility, click Desktop and right click on the speaker icon on the Taskbar, and then select Open Volume Mixer from the sub menu. To adjust the volume level of speakers or headphones, move the Spea[...]

Maximum volume output delivering maximum volume without creating clipping or distortion Dialog enhancement for clear and intelligible vocals Bass enhancement for rich, low frequency production High frequency definition for crisp details Consistent volume level across content To access the utility, Click Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Media &[...]

To open the Screen Resolution dialog, click Desktop -> Desktop Assist - > Control Panel -> Appearance and Personalization -> Display -> Change display settings . If you are running some applications (for example a 3D application or video playback), you may see some disturbance, flickering or frame dropping on your screen. If that occ[...]

Chapter 5 Utilities and Advanced Usage This chapter describes the utilities and special features of this computer, and the advanced usage of some utilities. Utilities and Applications This section describes the pre-installed utilities that come with the computer and details how to start them. For further information on their operation, you may refe[...]

TOSHIBA Display Utility TOSHIBA Display Utility includes Desktop Text Size utility, Split Screen utility, Resolution+, Multiple Displays utility and other settings. Desktop Text Size allows you to make the text size bigger or smaller on the desktop according to your usage and favorite. You can change the text size on the display and on the title ba[...]

TOSHIBA System Settings This utility allows you to customize your hardware settings according to the way you work with the computer and the peripherals you use. To access this utility, click Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Tools & Utilities -> System Settings . TOSHIBA eco Utility This computer is equipped with "eco mode". This [...]

TOSHIBA Function Key This utility allows you to perform some features by pressing a specified key or combined with the FN key. To setup this utility, click Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Tools & Utilities -> Function Key . For details, please refer to the Function Key section. TOSHIBA Service Station This application allows your computer[...]

You may not have all the software listed above depending on the model you purchased. To access the setup files of the drivers/utilities, click Applications and Drivers in the Apps view. TOSHIBA Media Player by sMedio TrueLink+ application is not included in the setup files above but can be downloaded from Windows Store. Special features The followi[...]

Panel power on/off *1 This feature automatically turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed, and turns it back on when the display panel is opened. This can be specified in the Power Options. Low battery automatic Hibernation Mode *1 When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cannot be continued, the [...]

Heat dispersal *1 To protect against overheating, the processor is equipped with an internal temperature sensor which activates a cooling fan or lowers the processing speed if the computer's internal temperature rises to a certain level. You are able to select whether to control this temperature by either turning on the fan first, then if nece[...]

When entering the character string to register the password, enter from the keyboard character by character and do not enter as ASCII code or copy-and-paste the character string. In addition, ensure that the registered password is correct by outputting the character string to the password file. When entering a password, do not enter any characters [...]

Register or delete the Supervisor Password. Specify restrictions for general users. Starting the computer using a password If you have already registered a user password, there is one way to start the computer: Enter the password manually. The password is necessary only if the computer was shut down in Hibernation mode or boot mode. It is not neede[...]

Some options shown in grey are possible to confirm their status. TOSHIBA System Settings screen may have the following tabs: General—Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values Sleep and Charge/Sleep Utilities—Allows you to set advanced features for sleep mode, hibernate mode, and shutdown[...]

Move the slider to enable or disable the Sleep and Charge function. The Sleep and Charge function may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification. In those cases, turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device. When Sleep and Charge function is enabled, USB bus power (DC5V) will be supplied t[...]

This function may not be able to be used with some connected external devices even if the appropriate mode is selected. In this situation, disable and stop using this function. Some external devices cannot use Auto Mode . As for the specifications of the external devices, please contact the device’s manufacture or check the specifications of the [...]

When your computer battery capacity is too low to continue, "System ON CDP Charge Mode" may not work. In those cases, connect the AC adaptor and reboot the computer. Always use the USB cable that was included with your USB device. When "System ON CDP Charge Mode" or “USB Sleep and Charge function” is enabled, the “USB Wake[...]

This app doesn’t support to playback content protected by DRM. If you try to play DRM protected content with Resolution+ On state, this app may be closed. Photos uploaded to SkyDrive are limited to a maximum resolution of 2048 x 2048 pixels. Any photo over that resolution will be scaled proportionally to a maximum size of 2048 x 2048 pixels. This[...]

TOSHIBA Face Recognition records face data in a log when face recognition fails. When transferring ownership or disposing of your computer, please uninstall the application or delete all the logs created by the application. For details on how to do this, see help file. Disclaimer TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the face recognition utility technolo[...]

Additionally, TOSHIBA may also use this information for quality assurance analysis. Subject to the use restrictions above, the data on the internal storage drive logged may be transferred to entities located outside of your country or region of residence (e.g., European Union). Those countries may or may not have the same data protection laws or da[...]

During audio/video playback, when the computer detects a shock or vibration and the hard disk drive's head is parked, the playback might be temporarily interrupted. HDD Protection cannot be used in models that are equipped with SSD. When vibration is detected, a notification will be displayed on the screen, and the icon in the Taskbar will cha[...]

Detection Level There are four sensitivity levels in which vibrations, impacts and their similar signs are detected can be set to OFF, 1, 2 and 3 in ascending order. Level 3 is recommended for better protection of the computer. However, when the computer is used in a mobile environment or in other unstable conditions, setting the detection level to[...]

TOSHIBA Setup Utility TOSHIBA Setup Utility is a BIOS setup utility that provides you a menu- based user interface so that you can easily view and change BIOS settings. To enter the TOSHIBA Setup Utility, follow the steps below: 1. Save your work. 2. In the Settings charm, click Power and then select Restart . 3. Hold down the F2 key and then relea[...]

Do not use on an unstable surface such as a stand. A recovery image of the software on your computer is stored on the HDD/ SSD, and can be copied to either disc media or USB Flash Memory by using the following steps: 1. Select either blank disc or USB Flash Memory. The application will allow you to choose from a variety of different media onto whic[...]

Please make sure to use the default Boot Mode option in TOSHIBA Setup Utility before restoring. 1. In the Settings charm, click Power and then select Restart . 2. Hold down the F2 key and then release this key one second after the computer is power on - the TOSHIBA Setup Utility will load. In the TOSHIBA Setup Utility screen, select Advanced -> [...]

In addition, if you use a third-party partitioning program to reconfigure the partitions on your HDD/SSD, you may find that it becomes impossible to setup your computer. Make sure that the AC adaptor is connected during the restoring process. When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the HDD/SSD may be reformatted and all data may be lost. 1[...]

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA has designed this computer for durability, however, should problems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed in this chapter to help determine the cause. All users should become familiar with this chapter as knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring in the first place. Problem so[...]

Check all cables to ensure they are correctly and firmly attached to the computer - loose cables can cause signal errors. Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins. Check that your disc media is correctly loaded Always try to make detailed notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log - this[...]

Hardware If you cannot find a software problem, you should then check the setup and configuration of your hardware. First run through the items in the preliminary checklist as described previously then, if you still cannot correct the problem, try to identify the source - the next section provides checklists for individual components and peripheral[...]

If the indicator is glowing, the computer is on. Also, try turning the computer off and then on. If you are using an AC adaptor, verify that the computer is receiving power from the external power source by looking at the DC IN/Battery indicator. If the indicator is glowing, the computer is connected to a live external power source. The computer wi[...]

Overheating power down If the processor's temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting, the computer will automatically shut down to prevent any damage - in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost. Problem Procedure Computer shuts down automatically. Leave the computer off until the it reaches room temperatu[...]

Problem Procedure Battery doesn’t power the computer as long as expected If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, the battery might not charge to its full potential - in these instances you should fully discharge the battery and then attempt to charge it again. Check the Power saver option under Select a power plan in the Power Opt[...]

Problem Procedure No display Press the function keys to adjust the display priority, and to make sure it is not set for output to an external monitor. Markings appear on the computer's display panel. These marks may have come from contact with the keyboard and Touch Pad while the display panel has been closed. You should try to remove the mark[...]

Problem Procedure You cannot read a file Check to ensure the required file is actually on the memory media card that is inserted into the computer. Check to ensure the file is not corrupted. If you are still unable to resolve the problem, contact TOSHIBA Support. Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse, you should also refer to both the USB mo[...]

Problem Procedure The reaction of Touch Pad is either too sensitive or not sensitive enough. Adjust the touch Sensitivity. To access it, click Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Mouse . If you are still unable to resolve the problem, contact TOSHIBA Support. USB mouse Problem Procedure On-screen pointer [...]

USB device In addition to the information in this section, please also refer to the documentation supplied with your USB device. Problem Procedure USB device does not work Remove the USB device from the computer and then reconnect it to a free port in order to ensure it is firmly attached. Ensure that any required USB device drivers are properly in[...]

Problem Procedure The battery depletes quickly even when I turned OFF the power of the computer. If Sleep and Charge function is enabled, the computer's battery will discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off. Connect the AC adaptor to the computer or disable the Sleep and Charge function. External devices connected to the[...]

Problem Procedure Annoying sound is heard In this instance you may be experiencing feedback from either the internal microphone or an external microphone connected to the computer - please refer to Sound System and Video mode for further information. Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows start up or shut down. If you are still unable to resolve [...]

Problem Procedure No display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. Press the function key in order to change the display priority and ensure that it is not set for the internal display only. Check to see if the external monitor is connected. When the external monitor is set as the primary display device in exte[...]

Problem Procedure Wake-up on LAN does not work Make sure the AC adaptor is connected. The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off. Check to make sure fast startup is disabled: 1. Click Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Control Panel -> System and Security -> Power Options . 2. Click Choose what the power button doe[...]

TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional technical assistance. Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system so it is important that you investigate other sources of ass[...]

Chapter 7 Appendix Specifications This section summarizes the computer’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Physical Dimensions shown below do not include parts that extend beyond the main body. The physical dimensions may vary depending on the model you purchased. Z30-A 316 (w) x 227 (d) x 13.9/17.9 (h) millimeters 316 (w) x 227 (d) x[...]

Power Requirements AC adaptor 100-240V AC 50 or 60 Hz (cycles per second) Computer 19V DC External RGB monitor port pin assignment 6 10 1 5 15 1 1 Pin Signal Name Description I/O 1 CRV Red Video Signal O 2 CGV Green Video Signal O 3 CBV Blue Video Signal O 4 Reserved Reserved 5 GND Ground 6 GND Ground 7 GND Ground 8 GND Ground 9 +5V Power Supply 10[...]

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: Wire size: Minimum 0.75 mm 2 Current rating: Minimum 2.5 amperes Certification agencies Ch[...]

USA UL approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia AS approved Europe Approved by the appropriate agency Canada CSA approved China CCC approved Information for Wireless Devices Wireless Technology Interoperability The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) /Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexi[...]

and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN. Please visit http://www.pc.support.global.toshiba.com, if you have any questions about us[...]

Turn all wireless functionalities off when near a person who may have a cardiac pacemaker implant or other medical electric device. Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation, possibly resulting in serious injury. Follow the instruction for your medical device when using any wireless functionality. Always turn off wireless functio[...]

Radio Frequency Band 5GHz (5150-5850 MHz) (Revision a and n) Band 2.4GHz (2400-2483.5 MHz) (Revision b/g and n) The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of the wireless communication. Communications at lower transmit range may travel larger distances. The range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are p[...]

Radio links You can easily establish links between two or more devices, with these links being maintained even if the devices are not within a line-of-sight of each other. Radio Regulatory Information The Wireless device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation tha[...]

Russian Federation: Limited e.i.r.p 100mW. Permitted to use only for indoor applications, closed industrial and warehouse areas, and on board aircraft. 1. Permitted to use for local networks of aircraft crew service communications on board aircraft in area of the airport and at all stages of flight. 2. Permitted to use for public wireless access lo[...]

check the current channel of operation. If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies for outdoor use, as listed above, the user must contact the applicable national spectrum regulator to request a license for outdoor operation. Canada - Industry Canada (IC) This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation [...]

The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s website www.hc-sc.gc.ca Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to in[...]

stations for mobile object identification systems (RFID) used in factory production lines (Other Radio Stations). 1. Before using this equipment, ensure that it does not interfere with any of the equipment listed above. 2. If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location[...]

Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan. Intel ® Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260 Intel ® Dual Band Wireless-N 7260 Intel ® Wireless-N 7[...]

Malta Monaco Netherlands Norway Philippines Poland Portugal Romania Slovak Republic Slovenia Spain Sweden Switzerland UK USA NFC Regulatory Information USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interferen[...]

(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de bro[...]

Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically shut- down. This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions. To avoid risk of lost data, always make back-up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external storage medium. For optimu[...]

After going through many charge and discharge cycles, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is a normal phenomenon for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories information that is shipped with your computer. HDD/SSD Capacity 1 Gigabyte (GB) means 10 9 = 1,000,00[...]

Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. Abbreviations AC: Alternating Current AMT: Intel Active Management Technology ASCII: American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS: Basic Input/output System BD-ROM: Blu-ray Disc Read-only Memory bps: bits per second CD: Co[...]

HDMI CEC: High-definition Multimedia Interface Consumer Electronics Control HTML: Hypertext Markup Language IEEE: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O: Input/Output IRQ: interrupt request ISP: Internet Service Provider KB: kilobyte LAN: Local Area Network LCD: Liquid Crystal Display LED: Light Emitting Diode MB: megabyte MBps: mega[...]

WQHD: Wide Quad High Definition www: World Wide Web User's Manual 7-20[...]

Index A AC adaptor additional 4-31 connecting 2-3 DC IN 19V jack 3-3, 3-14, 3-21 B Battery extending life 4-16 monitoring capacity 4-15 real time clock 3-29, 4-13 save mode 5-5 types 4-13 Battery indicator Bluetooth 7-7 C Cleaning the computer 1-16 Cooling vents 3-5, 3-6, 3-12, 3-15, 3-23, 3-24 D DC IN/Battery indicator 3-34 Display automatic power[...]

G Graphics Processing Unit 3-30 H Hard disk drive automatic power off 5-5 K Keyboard Function keys F1...F12 4-4 problems 6-6 Windows special keys 4-5 L LAN cable types 4-20 connecting 4-20 M Media care Card care 4-22 Memory card care 4-23 Memory installing 4-17 removing 4-19 memory media card inserting 4-23 removing 4-24 Memory media slot 4-21 Movi[...]

R Recovery hard disk drive 5-21 Recovery Media 5-20 Restarting the computer 2-10 S SD/SDHC/SDXC Card formatting 4-22 note 4-22 Security lock 4-31 Sleep Mode setting 2-10 System automatic 5-5 Smart Card inserting 4-25 removing 4-25 Sound system problems 6-11 T TOSHIBA Desktop Assist 5-1 Touch Pad 3-9, 3-18, 3-27, 4-2, 6-8 Touch Screen 4-1 U USB devi[...]