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User ’ s Manual Qosmio X300 Series[...]

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

User ’s Manual iii Qosmio X300 Utilities and Applicati ons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 Optional accessori es . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18 Chapter 2 The Grand T our Front with t he display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

User ’s Manual iv Qosmio X300 Chapter 5 The Keyboard T ypewriter keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Function keys: F1 … F9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Soft keys: FN key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

User ’s Manual v Qosmio X300 Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU”) *6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 Wireless LAN *7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Non-applicable Icons *8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Copy Protection*9 [...]

User ’s Manual vi Qosmio X300 Copyright © 2008 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No p at ent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. TOSHIBA Qosmio X300 Portable Personal Co[...]

User ’s Manual vii Qosmio X300 T r ademarks IBM is a registered trademark and IB M PC is a trademark of Internati onal Business Machines Corporation. Intel, Intel S peedS tep, Intel ® Core TM , Celeron and Centrino are trademarks or registered trademarks of In tel Corporation. Windows, Microsoft and Windows Vista ® are registered trademarks of [...]

User ’s Manual viii Qosmio X300 FCC information FCC notice "Declaration of Conform ity Information" This equipment has been tested and fo und to comply with th e limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide rea sonable prot ection again st harmful interference in a resid[...]

User ’s Manual ix Qosmio X300 EU Declar atio n of Confor mity This product and - if applicable - t he supplied accessories too are marke d with "CE" and comply therefore wit h th e applicable harmonized Europe an standards listed under the Low V o ltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and/or R&TT E Directive 1999[...]

User ’s Manual x Qosmio X300 Modem warning notice Conformity S t atement The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for pan-European single te rminal connectio n to the Public Sw itched T elephone Network (PSTN). However , due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries/regions the approv [...]

User ’s Manual xi Qosmio X300 Redial Up to two redial atte mpts can be made. If more th an two redial attempts are made, the modem will return Black Listed . If you are experiencing problems with the Black Listed code, set the interval between redials at one minute or longer . Japan’ s T elecommunications Business Law permits up to two redials [...]

User ’s Manual xii Qosmio X300 Pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68: When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give them the following information: ■ The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem ■ The registration number t hat is located on the device The FCC registration numbe r [...]

User ’s Manual xiii Qosmio X300 Fax branding The T elephone Consumer Pro tection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful fo r any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such a message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each tr ansmitted page, or on the first page of the t[...]

User ’s Manual xiv Qosmio X300 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: 109AH-ML3054 Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand Modem w arning notice for Au stralia Modems connected to the Australian te lecoms n[...]

User ’s Manual xv Qosmio X300 Notes for use of this device in New Zealand ■ The grant of a T elepermit for a device in no way indicates T elecom acceptance of responsibility for the correct operation of that device under all operating conditions. In pa rticular the higher speeds at which this modem is capable of operating depend on a specific n[...]

User ’s Manual xvi Qosmio X300 ■ When used in Auto Answer mode, the S0 register must be set with to a value of either 3 or 4. This ensures: ■ a person calling your modem will hear a short burst of ringing before the modem answers. This confirms that the call has been successfully switch ed through the n etwork. ■ caller identification infor[...]

User ’s Manual xvii Qosmio X300 The T elepermit label may also be shown on the packaging of the product and in the sales literature, as require d in PTC 100. The charge for a T elepermit assessment is $337.50. An additional charge of $337.50 is payable w here an asse ssment is based on reports against non-T elecom New Zealand S pecifications. $1 [...]

User ’s Manual xviii Qosmio X300 Panasonic DVD Super Multi drive UJ870 ■ The DVD Super Multi dr ive employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this pro duct, please read thi s instruction manual care fully and retain for futu re reference. Should the unit ever require main tenance, co ntact an authorized service location. ■ Use of contr[...]

User ’s Manual xix Qosmio X300 Pioneer DVD Super Multi drive DVR-TD08TBA/ D VR-TD08TBC ■ The DVD Super Multi dr ive employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this pro duct, please read thi s instruction manual care fully and retain for futu re reference. Should the unit ever require main tenance, co ntact an authorized service location. [...]

User ’s Manual xx Qosmio X300 Hitach-LG Dat a S torage DVD Super Multi drive GSA-T50N/ GSA-T50F ■ The DVD Super Multi dr ive employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this pro duct, please read thi s instruction manual care fully and retain for futu re reference. Should the unit ever require main tenance, co ntact an authorized service l[...]

User ’s Manual xxi Qosmio X300 International precautions CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT .” T o use this model properly , read the instruction manual carefully a nd keep this manual for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AU[...]

User ’s Manual xxii Qosmio X300 V AROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaarallist a lasersäteilyä. CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MA Y RESUL T IN HAZARDOUS RADIA TION EXPOSURE. VORSICHT [...]

User ’s Manual xxiii Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the Qosmio X300 series compute r . This powerful notebook computer provides excel lent expansion capability , includes multimedia functionality , and is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performan ce computing. This computer famil y includes a mo d el with a built-in TV tu[...]

User ’s Manual xxiv Qosmio X300 Abbreviations On first appearance, and whenever ne ce ssary for clarity , abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only Memory (ROM). Acronyms are al so defined in the Glossary . Icons Icons identify ports, dials, and other pa rt s of your computer . Th e indicator pan[...]

User ’s Manual xxv Qosmio X300 T erminology This term is defined in this document as follows: Indicates a potentially hazar dous situation, which could result in de ath or serious injury , if you do not fo llow instructions. Star t The word " Sta rt " refers to the " " button in Micros oft ® Windows Vista TM . HDD or Hard dis[...]

User ’s Manual xxvi General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety , minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability . Ho wever , certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damag e to the computer . Be certain to read the general precau tions below and to note the caution[...]

User ’s Manual xxvii Qosmio X300 Creating a computer-friendly environm ent Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any ot her items yo u are us ing, such as a printer . Leave enough space around the comput er and o ther equipment to provide adequate venti lation. Other wise, they may overheat. T o keep your [...]

User ’s Manual xxviii Qosmio X300 Pressure or imp act damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the com puter or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer's compone nts or otherwise cause it to malfuncti on. Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mob ile phones can inte rfere with the aud io system. The opera[...]

User ’s Manual xxix Qosmio X300 2. Cooling vents on the undersid e and back of th e computer . Cooling vents Cooling vents Cooling vent T o prevent possible overheati ng of the CPU, make sure the cooling fan's air intake is not blocked. The fan draws in air by creating a vacuum. If the fan is blocked, it cou ld cause the CP U to run at a low[...]

User ’s Manual 1-1 Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checkli st, and it identifies the computer ’s features, options and accessories. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your comp uter , taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use. Hardware Check to make sure you have al l the following items: ■[...]

User ’s Manual 1-2 Introduction Documentation ■ Qosmio X300 Portable Personal Computer User ’s Manual (User ’s Manual) ■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort ■ End User License Agreement If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately . Sof tware The following Wi ndows ® operating system and ut ility so[...]

User ’s Manual 1-3 Introduction Hardware This section describes the hardware of your computer . The actual specifications ma y vary depending on the model you purchased. Processor Memory Built-in The computer is equipped with one of the following Intel ® processor . ■ Intel ® Core TM 2 Duo Processor , which incorporat es a 3MB le vel2 cache m[...]

User ’s Manual 1-4 Introduction Power Vi deo RAM The amount of Video RAM available is dependent on the comput er's system memory . Star t -> Control Panel -> Appearance and Personalization -> Personalization -> Display Settings . The amount of Video RAM can be verified by clicking the Advanc ed Settings... button in the Display S[...]

User ’s Manual 1-5 Introduction Disks Hard disk dr ive or Solid st ate drive This computer is equipped with the following types of hard disk drive(HDD). The capacity of each hard disk drive model is different. Some models are equipped with a " Solid S tate Drive (SSD)" instea d of a hard disk drive. ■ HDD ■ 200GB ■ 250GB ■ 320GB[...]

User ’s Manual 1-6 Introduction Optical disc drive DVD Super Multi drive The drive reads DVD-ROM's at a maximum 8x speed and CD-ROM's at a maximum 24x speed, and writes CD-R's and CD-RW's at up to 24x speed, DVD-R's, DVD+R's and DVD+RW's at up to 8x speed, DVD-RW's, DVD-R (Dual Layer) and DVD+R (Double Laye[...]

User ’s Manual 1-7 Introduction 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 . Keyboard Pointing Device Ports Built-in Models are equipped with one of the following 17" TFT LCD screens with 32 million colors: [...]

User ’s Manual 1-8 Introduction Slots Multimedia Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) The computer supports multiple Universal Serial Bus ports that comply with the USB 2.0 standard. The ports with the ( ) has a USB Sl eep and Charge function .One of the USB ports has an eSA T A (External Serial A T A) function. ■ Please note that it is not possible [...]

User ’s Manual 1-9 Introduction HDMI out port HDMI out port can co nnect with T ype A connector HDMI cable. HDMI cable can send video and audio sign als. In addition to this, it can send and receive control signals. By co nnecting a TV which supports HDMI Control to this port, the remote control for the connected TV can be used to operate some of[...]

User ’s Manual 1-10 Introduction Communications Modem Some models are equi pped with the integrated modem. The integrated modem provides capability for data and fax communications that support the V .90 (V .92) standards and include s a modem jack for connection to the telephone line. Please note that b oth the V .90 a nd V .92 standards are only[...]

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

User ’s Manual 1-12 Introduction System automatic Sleep/Hibernati on Mode *1 This feature automatically shuts down the system into either Sleep Mode or Hi bernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time. T his can be specified in the Power Options. Power on p assword T wo levels of password security , supervisor and [...]

User ’s Manual 1-13 Introduction T OSHIBA V alue Added Package This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre-installed on the computer . Hibernation Mod e This feature lets you tu rn off the power to the computer without exiting from yo ur software. The contents of main memory are automatically saved to the hard disk drive so that whe[...]

User ’s Manual 1-14 Introduction Utilities and Applications This section describes the pre-installed uti lities that come with the computer and details how to start them. For further information on their operation, please refer to each utility's online manu al, help files or README.TXT file. TOSHIBA Flash Cards The TOSH IBA Flash Cards provi[...]

User ’s Manual 1-15 Introduction ■ Fingerprint security cannot be used in models th at do not have a fingerprint module installed. Bluetooth St ack for Wind ows by T oshiba This software enables communication between the computer and external Blueto oth devices such as printers and mobile phones. Bluetooth functions cannot be used in models th [...]

User ’s Manual 1-16 Introduction TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility has the function of Physical Format and Write-Protect to DVD-RAM. This utility is contained the setup mod ule of TOSHIBA Disc Creator . T o access this utility , click Start -> All Programs -> TOSH I BA -> CD&DVD Applications -> DVD-RAM Utility . Ulea[...]

User ’s Manual 1-17 Introduction Labelflash features cannot be us ed in models that do not have a DVD Super Multi drive with Labelflash. In order to dete rmine if the opti cal disc drive installed in your computer supports Labelflash follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Click Star t -> All Programs -> DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA -> Ul[...]

User ’s Manual 1-18 Introduction Optional accessories Y ou are able to add a numb er of options and accessories in order to ma ke your computer even more powerful and convenient to use . For reference, the following list details some of the items that are avai labl e from your reseller or TOSHIBA dealer: CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer The CD/DVD [...]

User ’s Manual 2-1 Chapter 2 The Grand T our This chapter identifies the vari ous components of your computer . Become familiar with each component before yo u operate the computer . Front with the display closed The following figures sh ow the computer ’s front with its display panel in the closed position. Figure 2-1 Front of the computer wit[...]

User ’s Manual 2-2 The Grand T our Lef t side The following figure shows the comp uter's left side. Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer Wireless communication switch Slide this switch to the right to turn on Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functi ons. Slide it to the left to turn off the functions. All models are provided with a Wireless com[...]

User ’s Manual 2-3 The Grand T our ExpressCard slo t This slot allows you to install a single ExpressCard device. Slim size remote control ler is contained in the ExpressCard slot. Some models are equipped with a Slim size remote controller . Keep foreign metal objects, such as scr ews, staples and paper clips, out of the ExpressCard slot and PC [...]

User ’s Manual 2-4 The Grand T our Right side The following figure shows the comp uter ’s right side. Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer Headphone s/ S/PDIF Line Out Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port Bridge Media Card Reader Modem Jack or FM antenna port or no port Microphone Line in Vo l u m e control Vo l u m e c o n t r o l Use this[...]

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 computer ■ Connection to any communication line other than an analog phone line could cause a computer system failure. ■ Connect the built-in mod em only to ordinary analog phone lines. ■ Never connect the built-in mode m t[...]

User ’s Manual 2-6 The Grand T our Security lock slot A securi ty cable can be attached to this slot and then connected to a desk or other large object in order to deter theft of the computer . i.LINK (IEEE1394) port This port allows you to connect an external device, such as a digital video camera, to the computer for high-speed data transfer . [...]

User ’s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our Underside The following figure shows the undersi de of the computer . Y ou should ensure that the disp lay is closed befo re the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage. Figure 2-5 The underside of the computer Link indi cator (green) This indicator glows green when the co mputer is connected to a LA[...]

User ’s Manual 2-8 The Grand T our Battery pack The battery pack provides power to the computer when the AC adapto r is not connected. For more detailed information on the use and operatio n of the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6, Power . Memory module slot s The memory module slots are located here. The memory module slots allow for the i[...]

User ’s Manual 2-9 The Grand T our Front with the display op en This section shows the computer wit h th e display panel open. Lift the display panel up to open the display and position it at a comfortable viewing angle. Figure 2-6 The front of the T ouch Pad model with the display op en Wireless LAN antenna (Non shown ) Web c am era Web ca mera [...]

User ’s Manual 2-10 The Grand T our Display hinge The display hinges allow the displa y panel to be position at a variety of easy-to-view angles. Stereo speakers The speakers will reproduce all of the sounds generated through the installed software, together with any alarms, such as that accompanying a low battery conditio n, that are generated b[...]

User ’s Manual 2-1 1 The Grand T our Fingerprint Senso r This sensor enables you to enroll and recognize a fingerprint. For detailed information on Fingerprint Sensor , refer to Chapter 4, Using the Fingerprint Sensor . Some models are equipp ed with an Fing erprint Sensor . Web Ca me r a We b C am er a is a device that allows you to record video[...]

User ’s Manual 2-12 The Grand T our System indicators The LED system indicators for specif ic computer operations glow when those operations are in progress. Figure 2-7 System indicators Wire les s LAN antennas Some computers in this series are eq uipped with a Wireless LAN antenna. Microphone A built-in microphone allows you to import and record[...]

User ’s Manual 2-13 The Grand T our Keyboard indicators The following figures show the positions of the CAPS LOCK indica tor and the NUMLOCK indicators which show the following condi tions: ■ When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows, the keyboard will prod uce capitals when any letter is typed. ■ When the NUMLOCK indicator glows, the te n key allow[...]

User ’s Manual 2-14 The Grand T our Optical disc drives A DVD Super-Multi drive is provided in the computer: This optical drive uses a serial A T A interface control ler for CD and DVD operation and has an indicator at its front which will glows to indicate that it is in use. For further information on loading an d unloading discs, please refer t[...]

User ’s Manual 2-15 The Grand T our DVDs ■ DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R (Dual Layer) and DVD+R (Double Layer) media discs can only be written to once - the recorded data cannot subsequently be erased or changed. ■ DVD-RW , DVD+RW and DVD-RAM media can be recorded to more than once. Format s The drives support the following formats: DVD Super-Mult i RO[...]

User ’s Manual 2-16 The Grand T our AC adaptor The AC adaptor can automa tically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 240 volts and to a freque ncy of either 50 o r 60 hertz, enablin g you to use this computer in almost any countr y/region. The adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to this computer . T o rech[...]

User ’s Manual 3-1 Chapter 3 Getting S t arted This chapter provides basic information to start using your computer . It covers the following topics: ■ If the battery pack is not pre-in stalled in the computer that you purchased, please install the battery pack before you start using the computer . Please refer to Chapter6-9, Replacing the batt[...]

User ’s Manual 3-2 Getting S tarted ■ 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 ■ Creating Opti cal Recovery Discs ■ Restoring the pre-installed software from the Recove ry hard disk drive ■ Restoring the pre-inst[...]

User ’s Manual 3-3 Getting S tarted Connecting the AC adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to cha rge the battery or you want to operate from AC power . It is also th e fastest way to get started, because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power . The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source[...]

User ’s Manual 3-4 Getting S tarted 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor . Figure 3-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adap tor (3-pin plug) 2. Connect the AC adaptor' s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the back of the computer . Figure 3-2 Connecting the adaptor to the computer 3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet[...]

User ’s Manual 3-5 Getting S tarted Opening the display The computer's display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing. Lift up the display panel of the computer and adjust the panel to create a comfortable veiwing angle. While holding down th e palm rest with one hand so that the main body of the computer is not ra[...]

User ’s Manual 3-6 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 Power indicators section in Chapter 6, Power for more information. ■ As the display panel cannot be opened until 180 degre es, please be careful of the angle when flip[...]

User ’s Manual 3-7 Getting S tarted 1. Open the computer's display panel. 2. Press the computer's power button. Figure 3-4 T urning on the po wer St arting up for the first time The Microsoft Windows Vista TM S tartup Screen will be the first screen displayed when you turn on the power . Foll ow the on-screen instructions on each screen[...]

User ’s Manual 3-8 Getting S tarted 3. Click Start . 4. Click the arrow button ( ) locate d in the power management buttons ( ) and select Shut Down from the menu . 5. T urn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer . Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you are able to tu rn off the power without exiting from your software [...]

User ’s Manual 3-9 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 3-10 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 3-1 1 Getting S tarted T o enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below . 1. Click Start . 2. Click the arrow button ( ) in the power management buttons ( ) and select Hibernate from the menu. Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to ent er Hibernation Mode auto matically when you press the power button or clo[...]

User ’s Manual 3-12 Getting S tarted System Recovery Opti ons About 1.5GB hidden partition is alloca ted on the hard disk drive for the System Recovery Options. This partition stores files which can be used to repair the syst em in the event of a problem. System Recovery O ptions The System Recovery Options feature is installed on the hard di sk [...]

User ’s Manual 3-13 Getting S tarted Creating Optical Reco very Discs This section describes how to create Recovery Discs. A recovery image of the software on your computer i s stored on the hard disk drive, and can be copied to DVD media by using the following steps: 1. Select either blank DVD media. 2. The application will allow you to choos e [...]

User ’s Manual 3-14 Getting S tarted 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 artition stores files which can be used to restore pre-installed software in the event of a problem. If you subsequently set up your hard[...]

User ’s Manual 3-15 Getting S tarted 1. Load the Recovery Discs into the optical disc drive and turn off the computer's p ower . 2. While holding down F12 key on the keyboard, tu rn on your co mputer - when the Qosmio logo screen appears, release th e F12 key . For 2HDD Model, If HDD1 is first, go to step 3. If HDD1 is not first, do as follo[...]

User ’s Manual 4-1 Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer , highlights the precautions th at should be ta ken when usin g it, and details the considerations that should be made when handli ng CD/DVD media. Using the T ouch Pad T o use the T ouch Pad, simply touch and move yo ur fingertip across it [...]

User ’s Manual 4-2 Operating Basics A V Controller The following functions are availa ble in this computer for operating the Media Center . This section describes an overview of each function. ■ Front operation panel ■ Remote Co ntroller Front operation p anel The Front operation panel is located above the keyboard. A V related functions, suc[...]

User ’s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics How to Sw ipe your Finger Using the following steps when swiping fin gers for fingerprint registration or authentication will help to mi nimi ze authenticati on failures: Align the first joint of the fi nger to the center of the se nsor . Lightly tou ch the sensor and swipe finger levelly to wards you until the[...]

User ’s Manual 4-4 Operating Basics ■ Do not touch the sensor with a fing er or any other object which ma y have a build-up of static electricity on it. Observe the following before you place your finger on the sensor whether for fingerprint enro llment/registration or reco gnition. ■ W ash and dry your hands thoroughly . ■ Remove static el[...]

User ’s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics Setup Procedure Please use the following procedure when first using fing erprint authentication. Fingerprint Registration Y ou should in itially enroll the r equired auth entication data using the Fingerprint En rollment Wizard. 1. T o run this progra m, click Start -> All Programs -> T rueSuite Access Ma[...]

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

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

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

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

User ’s Manual 4-10 Operating Basics Figure 4-3 Web Camera Microphone Web camera Web camera LED ■ Do not point the web came ra directly at the sun. ■ Do not touch or press strongly on the web camera lens. Doing so may reduce image quality . Use an eyeglass cleaner (cleaner cloth) or other soft cloth to clean the lens if it becomes dirty . ■[...]

User ’s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics Using TOSHIBA Face Recognition This feature uses a face verification lib rary to verify the face data of users when they log in Windows. Th e user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like, which makes the login process easier . Disclaimer T oshiba does not guarantee that the fa ce recognition uti[...]

User ’s Manual 4-12 Operating Basics How to register the Face Re cognition Dat a T ake a picture for faci al verification purposes, and register the data neede d when you log in. T o register the data needed when you log in, follow th e steps as de scribed below: 1. T o launch this utility , click Start -> All Programs -> TOSH IB A -> Ut[...]

User ’s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics 10. If verification is successful, click the Next button and register an account. 1 1. Register the account. Fill in the account registration fields. Fill in the all fields. 12. The Manage ment screen is displayed. The registered account name wi ll be displayed. Clicking on it wi ll cause the captured image of[...]

User ’s Manual 4-14 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 . 6. Windows Welcome screen will be displayed, and wil l be logged in automatically to Wind ows. 1:1 Mode Login screen 1. T urn on the computer . 2. The Select Ti[...]

User ’s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics Loading discs T o load CD/DVD's, follow the st eps as listed bel ow and refe r to figures 4-4 to 4-6. 1. When the computer's power is on, press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly . Figure 4-4 Pressing the eject button 2. Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully op ened. Figu[...]

User ’s Manual 4-16 Operating Basics 3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the disc tray . Figure 4-6 Inserting a CD/DVD 4. Press the center of the CD/DVD gently until you feel it click into place on the center spi ndle. The disc shoul d be slightly below the top of the spindle and flush with the spindle base . 5. Press the center of the disc tray[...]

User ’s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics Removing discs T o remove CD/DVD’s, follow the step s as listed below . 1. When the computer's power is on, press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly and then gently pull it out of the system until it is fully opened. 2. The CD/DVD media will extend slig htly over the side s of the disc tray[...]

User ’s Manual 4-18 Operating Basics How to remove a CD/DVD when the dis c tray will not open Pressing the eject button will not open the disc tray when the computer is turned off although, in these circumstances, you can open the tray by inserting a slender obje ct such as a straightened paper clip about 15mm into the eject hole just to the righ[...]

User ’s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics Import ant message Before you write or rewrite to an y of the media supported by the DVD Super Multi drive, please read and follow all of the setup and operati ng instructions in this section. If you fail to do so, you may find that theDVD Super Multi drive drive may not function properly , and you may fail to[...]

User ’s Manual 4-20 Operating Basics Before writing or rewriting ■ 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 that disc quality can affect write or rewrite su[...]

User ’s Manual 4-21 Operating Basics ■ If the disc is poor in quality , or is dirty or damaged, wr iting or rewriting errors may be noted - ensure that you check a ll discs for dirt or damage before you use them. ■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW , DVD-RW , DVD+RW or DVD- RAM media will be affected by the quality of the disc itself and[...]

User ’s Manual 4-22 Operating Basics ■ Data deleted/erased from a CD-RW , DVD-RW , DVD+RW or DVD-RAM disc cannot be recove red. Y ou must check the content of the disc carefully befo re you delete i t, taking car e that, if multi ple drives that can write data to discs are connected, you do not delete data from the wrong one. ■ In writing to [...]

User ’s Manual 4-23 Operating Basics When w riting or re writing Please observe the followin g points whil e you write or re write data to CD-R, CD-RW , DVD-R, DVD-R (Dual Layer), DVD-RW , DVD+R, DVD+R (Double Layer), DVD+RW or DVD-RAM media: ■ Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media - do not use the cut-and-paste functio[...]

User ’s Manual 4-24 Operating Basics ■ DVD-RAM discs cannot be backed up using the 'Di sc Backup' function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator . ■ Y ou cannot back up CD-ROM, CD-R or CD-RW media to DVD-R, DVD- R (Dual Layer) or DVD-RW media using the 'Disc Backup' function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator . ■ Y ou canno t back up CD-ROM, CD-[...]

User ’s Manual 4-25 Operating Basics Data V erification T o verify that data has been written or rewritten correctl y to a data CD/DVD you should follow the steps below before you begin the write/rewri te process: 1. Select Settings for Each Mode -> Dat a Disc in the Setting menu . 2. Display the setting dial og box by one of the following two[...]

User ’s Manual 4-26 Operating Basics How to make a DVD-V ideo Method 1: Simplified steps for making a DVD-Video from video data captured from a DV -Camco rder: 1. Click Start -> All Programs -> DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA -> Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory . 2. Insert a DVD-RW or DVD+R W disc in Bu[...]

User ’s Manual 4-27 Operating Basics ■ Operate the computer at Full Power . Do not use power-savi ng features. ■ While you are editing DVD, you can display preview . However , if another application is running. The preview might not display properly . ■ DVD MovieFactory cannot edit o r play copy protecte d content. ■ Do not enter Sleep or[...]

User ’s Manual 4-28 Operating Basics 4. About recorded DVDs ■ Some DVD-ROM drives for perso nal computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD-R/+R/-RW/-RAM discs. ■ If you use an over-used rewritable disc, the fu ll formatting might b e locked. Please use a brand new d isc. TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER Please be aware o f the follow ing l[...]

User ’s Manual 4-29 Operating Basics Display Devices & Audio 1. "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER" will only run when "Co lors" is set to "Highest (32 bit)". The "Colors" setting can be adjusted on the "Monitor" tab in the "Display Settings". T o open the Display Settings, click Star t -> Cont[...]

User ’s Manual 4-30 Operating Basics St arting TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER Use the following procedure to start "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER". 1. Insert an DVD-Video in the DV D Super Multi drive while Windows Vista? is running. When an DVD-Video disc is set in the DVD drive, the following application sel ection scre en may appe ar . If this o ccurs, s[...]

User ’s Manual 4-31 Operating Basics Open TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER HELP TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER features and instructions are also explain ed in detail in "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER Help".Use the followi ng procedure to open "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER Help". 1. Click the "Help" button ( ) in the Display Area. Remote Controller Some model[...]

User ’s Manual 4-32 Operating Basics Slim size remote controller Figure 4-9 Slim size remote controller CD/DVD Brightness down Brightness up Power DVD Menu Vo l u m e + Vo l u m e - OK Mute Back Sta r t Rewind Replay Illumination On/O ff Arrows More info Fast Fo rward Skip Play/Pause St o p CD/DVD Pressing this button wi ll launch an application [...]

User ’s Manual 4-33 Operating Basics Power St art s or terminates the oper ating system. This button functions like the Power button of your computer . By default, th e Sleep Mode is equivalent to the Power Off state of your computer . T o change the setting, click Star t , select Control p anel -> System and Maintenance -> Power Options . [...]

User ’s Manual 4-34 Operating Basics Using the Remote Contro ller This computer includes a remote control unit, which allows you to control some of your computer ’s functions from a distant location. Operational ran ge of the Rem ote Con troller Point the Remote controller at your computer and press a button. The operational angle and distance [...]

User ’s Manual 4-35 Operating Basics Inst alling/Remo ving batteries Be sure to install the dry batteries provided with this product before using the Remote Controller . The procedures for installing a nd removing the batte ries vary depending on the type of the Remote Controller . Check the type and then install or remove the batteries as instru[...]

User ’s Manual 4-36 Operating Basics Slim size remote controlle r Installing the battery 1. Open the battery cover on the back side of the remote contro ller . Figure 4-1 1 Opening the battery cover Observe the following precautions when using th e battery of the Remote Controller . ■ Do not use batteries other than those specified. ■ Ensure [...]

User ’s Manual 4-37 Operating Basics 2. Be sure to place the battery with correct polarities. Press the battery down to the stopper then push it fo rward to fit into the battery case. Figure 4-12 Inserting the battery 3. Close the battery cove r . Close the cover securely until it clicks. Figure 4-13 Closing the battery cover Replacing the batter[...]

User ’s Manual 4-38 Operating Basics Placing Slim size remote controller Inserting a Slim size remote controller T o insert a Slim size remote controller , follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Make sure the ExpressCard slot is empty . 2. Set the front side upward and insert a Slim size remote controller . Figure 4-15 Inserting a Slim size remot[...]

User ’s Manual 4-39 Operating Basics Media care This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD's, DVD's and floppy diskettes. Handle your media with care. Following th e simple precautions listed be low will increase th e lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on it. CD/DVDs 1. S tore your CD's and DVD&[...]

User ’s Manual 4-40 Operating Basics 8. Data may be lost if the floppy diskett e is twisted, bent, or exposed to direct sunlight , extreme hea t or cold. 9. Do not place heavy objects on your floppy diskettes. 10. Do not eat, smoke, or use items such as erasers n ear your floppy diskettes as foreign particles inside the jacket of the floppy di sk[...]

User ’s Manual 4-41 Operating Basics When you first launch the Realtek Audio Manag er , you wi ll see following device tabs. Speakers is the default output de vice. Microp hone is the default input device. T o chang e the default device, click the Set Default Device button under the chosen device t ab. ■ Speakers is the default output device. S[...]

User ’s Manual 4-42 Operating Basics ■ MaxxT reble - For enhanced high frequencies. There are two paramets. One is the On/Off button and the other is the Intensity slider which can adjust the amount of high frequency which MaxxTreble enhances. ■ MaxxV olume - For dynamics compensation. Smal ler sound going to bigger , too big sound not going [...]

User ’s Manual 4-43 Operating Basics Dolby Home Theater Dolby Home Theater ® places listen ers in the middle of the onscreen action for a cinema-style experience at home or on the go. Featuring powerful an d advanced audio technologies, Dolby Home Theater allows listeners to enjoy music, movies, and games in vivid surroun d sound using two to ei[...]

User ’s Manual 4-44 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 regulations vary from one regio n 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 4-45 Operating Basics 4. Select either a region from the regi on menu or a telephony lo cation from the sub-menu. ■ When you click a reg ion it becomes the modem's defaul t selection for any new dialling locations that are cre ated within the Wi ndows Control Panel (Phone and Modem Optio ns). ■ When you select a telephony [...]

User ’s Manual 4-46 Operating Basics Connecting the m odular cable T o connect the modem's modular cable, follow the steps 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 4-17 Connecting the internal modem Disconnecting the[...]

User ’s Manual 4-47 Operating Basics FM tuner This section describes how to con nect the FM tuner antenna to the computer's FM tuner jack. Using t he FM t uner T o connect the FM tuner antenna, fo llow the step s as det ailed belo w: 1. Opening the card reader's door. 2. Plug the FM tuner a ntenna into the FM tun er jack. 3. T o start F[...]

User ’s Manual 4-48 Operating Basics 3. The FM radio screen is displayed. T o find a ra dio station, click - button or + button below the Seek or Tune . If you know the frequency of the station, enter the numbers. 4. T o save the station which you found, click a Save as Preset button. 5. Enter the name of the station, and click a Save button. Cha[...]

User ’s Manual 4-49 Operating Basics Setting 1. Please make sure that the Wireless Communication S witch is turned on. 2. Click Star t and then click Connect T o to display Connect to a network window . 3. Click Set up a connec tion or network . 4. Follow the wizard. Y ou will n eed the name o f the wireless network together with security setting[...]

User ’s Manual 4-50 Operating Basics Bluetooth TM St ack for Windows ® by T OSHIB A Please note that this software is specifically designed for the following operating systems: ■ Microsoft ® Windows Vista ® Information regard ing the use of th is software with these operating syste ms is listed below , with further details being contained wi[...]

User ’s Manual 4-51 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 askba r to disable the wireless LAN, restar t the computer o r perform the following procedure to re-enab le it: Star t -> Control Panel -> [...]

User ’s Manual 4-52 Operating Basics LAN cable types If you are using Gigabit Etherne t LAN (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T), be sure to connect with a CA T5E cable or higher . Y ou cannot use a CA T3 or CA T5 cable. If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE- TX), be sure to connect with a CA T5 cable or higher . [...]

User ’s Manual 4-53 Operating Basics 2. Plug one end of the cable into t he LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place. Figure 4-18 Connecting the LAN cable 3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hu b connector or router . Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor before using or configuring a [...]

User ’s Manual 4-54 Operating Basics ■ Clean the plastics of the comp uter using a slig htly water dampened cloth. ■ Y ou can clean the display screen by spraying a small amount of glass cleaner onto a soft, clean cloth a nd then wiping the screen gently with the cloth. Using the cleaning cloth Some models include 1 cleaning cloth. The cleani[...]

User ’s Manual 4-55 Operating Basics ■ Be careful not to subject the computer to impact or shock - a failure to follow this instru ction could result in d amage to computer , computer failure or loss of data. ■ Never transport your computer with any cards in stalled - this may cause damage to either the computer and/o r the card resulting in [...]

User ’s Manual 5-1 Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer's keyboard layouts are compatible with a 104/105-key enhanced keyboard - by pressing some keys in combination, all of the 104/105-key enhance d keyboard functions can be performed on the computer . The number of keys available on your keyboard will depend on which country/region your com[...]

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 twelve keys at the top of your key board - these keys function differentl y from other keys. F1 through F9 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed and, wh en used in combination wi[...]

User ’s Manual 5-3 The Keyboard Sleep: Pressing FN + F3 switches the system to Sleep Mode. Hibernate: Pressing FN + F4 switches the system to Hibernation Mode. Output: Pressing FN + F5 changes the active display device. Brightness Down : Pressing FN + F6 decreases the computer's display panel brightness in individual steps. Brightness Up: Pr[...]

User ’s Manual 5-4 The Keyboard Zoom: Pressing FN + Sp ace changes the display resoluti on. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (reduce): Pressing FN + 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes wi thin one of the supported applica tion windows. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (enlarge): Pressing FN + 2 enlarges the icon size on the desktop or the font[...]

User ’s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard Desktop-style Keyboard The Qosmio X300 Series comes with a " desktop-style" keyb oard built into it. This means it is full-sized and features a full set of nume ric function keys (also known as calculator keys) on the right-hand side. Unl ike other notebooks computers with smaller keyboa rds, there is no [...]

User ’s Manual 6-1 Chapter 6 Power The computer's powe r resources include the AC adaptor , battery pack and any internal batteries. This chapter provides details on making the most effective use of these resources, and includes informatio n on charging and changing batteries, tips for saving battery power , and information on the different [...]

User ’s Manual 6-2 Power T ab le 6-1 Power conditions continued Power indica tors As shown in the below table, the Battery , DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer ’s operating capability and battery charge status. Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery pack - t[...]

User ’s Manual 6-3 Power 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: Battery types The[...]

User ’s Manual 6-4 Power Battery p ack When the AC adaptor is not connecte d, the computer's main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack, also referred to in this manual as the battery . Y ou can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source although you should not change the ba[...]

User ’s Manual 6-5 Power Real T ime Clock battery The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power fo r the internal real time clock and calendar function and also main tains the system configuration while the computer is turned off. If the R TC battery becomes completely discharged, th e system will lose this in formation and the real time clock[...]

User ’s Manual 6-6 Power Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low , the Battery indi cator will flash amber to indicate that only a fe w minute s of battery power remain. If you continue to use th e co mputer while the Battery indicator flashes, the computer will enable Hibernation Mode so that you do not lose any dat[...]

User ’s Manual 6-7 Power Battery charging notice The battery may not begin charging immediately under the following conditions: ■ The battery is extremely hot or cold (if the battery is extremely hot, it might not charge at all). T o ensure the battery charges to its full capacity , you should charge it at room temperatu re of between 5° to 35[...]

User ’s Manual 6-8 Power 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 ■ Hard disk driv[...]

User ’s Manual 6-9 Power Ret aining dat a with power off When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries retain data for the following approximate time periods. Extending battery life T o maximize the life of your battery p acks: ■ At least once a mo nth, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on [...]

User ’s Manual 6-10 Power The operating life of the battery pack will gradually reduce through repeated charging and discharging, and wi ll need to be replaced when it reaches the end of its operati ng life. In ad dition to this, you might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from a[...]

User ’s Manual 6-1 1 Power Figure 6-2 Releasing the battery pack (2) T o install a battery , follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Insert the battery pack as far as it will go into the computer (1). 2. Ensure that the battery pack is securely in place and the battery safety lock (2) is in its ( ) position. Figure 6-3 Securing the battery pack Ba[...]

User ’s Manual 6-12 Power 3. T urn your computer over . T OSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two levels of p assword security: User and Supervisor . User Password T o start the utility , point to or click the following items: St art -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utilities ->Password Utility User Password fie[...]

User ’s Manual 6-13 Power Supervisor p assword If you set a Supervisor Password, so me functions might be restricted when a user logs on wit h the User Password. T o set a Supervisor Passwo rd, execute the file TO SPU.EXE. The file is located at: C:Program FilesToshibaPas swordUtilityTOSPU.exe This utility lets you do the following: ■ Regis[...]

User ’s Manual 6-14 Power Power-up modes The computer has three differ ent power-up modes as follows: ■ Shut down mode: The computer will shut down 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 drive. ■ Sleep Mode: Dat[...]

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 S t art, point to All Prog rams, point to TOSHIBA, point to Utilities and click HWSetup. HW Setup W indow The HW Setup window contains the [...]

User ’s Manual 7-2 HW Setu p Setup This field displays BIOS V ersion and date. Password This tab allows you to set or reset the user p assword for power on. Display This tab let s you customize your com puter's display settings for either the internal LCD screen or for an external monitor . Power On Display This option allows you to select t[...]

User ’s Manual 7-3 HW Setu p Keyboard Wa ke-up on Key board When this feature is enabl ed and the computer is in Sleep mode, you can turn on the computer by pressing any key . It is effective only for the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in Sleep mode. USB USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulat ion Y ou can u se this option to enable or disabl[...]

User ’s Manual 7-4 HW Setu p However , the "USB Sleep and Charge function" may not work with certain external devices even if they are comp liant with the USB specification. In those cases, turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device. The default settin g is [Disabled]. Changing the setting to [Enabled] enables the use of thi[...]

User ’s Manual 7-5 HW Setu p LAN Wake-up o n LAN This feat ure let s the comput er's power be turned o n when it receives a wakeup signal from the LAN. Built-in LA N This feature enables or disables th e Built-in LAN. Enabled (Mode-1) Enables USB Sleep and Charge function. Enabled (Mode-2) Enables USB Sleep and Charge function. Disabled Disa[...]

User ’s Manual 8-1 Chapter 8 Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer's capabilities and its versatility . This chapter describes the connection or installation of the following devices which should be available fro m your reseller or TOSHIBA dealer: Cards/memory ■ ExpressCard ■ Bridge medi a slot ■ Secure Digital (SD)[...]

User ’s Manual 8-2 Optional Devices Other ■ Security lock ExpressCard The computer is equi pped with a sin g le ExpressCard slot into w hich any ExpressCard device that meets industry standards, ei ther manufactured b y TOSHIBA or another vendor , can be in stalled. Th e slot supports hot plug connection and utilizes the PCI Expre ss interface [...]

User ’s Manual 8-3 Optional Devices Removing an ExpressCard T o remove an ExpressCard, follow the steps as detailed below . 1. Open the Safely Remove Ha rdware icon on the Windows T ask Bar . 2. Point to ExpressCard and click th e left T ouch Pad control button. 3. Press the ExpressCard to partially extend it out of the computer . 4. Press the ex[...]

User ’s Manual 8-4 Optional Devices Bridge media slot The computer is equipp ed with a Bri dge medi a slot that can accommodate some kinds of memory media with vari ous memory capacities so that you can easily transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants. Figure 8-3 Examples of memory media ■ Keep foreign [...]

User ’s Manual 8-5 Optional Devices Memory media This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media. Points to note about the SD/SDHC memory card SD/SDHC memory cards compl y with SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music. Fo[...]

User ’s Manual 8-6 Optional Devices 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 get dirty . ■ Af[...]

User ’s Manual 8-7 Optional Devices Ins er tin g a me mory media The following instru ctions apply to all types of supported media device s. T o insert a memory media , follow the step s as det ailed below: 1. T urn the memory media so that the contacts (met al areas) are face down. 2. Insert the memory medi a into the Brid ge media slot on the s[...]

User ’s Manual 8-8 Optional Devices 4. Grasp the media and remove it. Figure 8-5 Removing memory media Additional memory module Y ou can install additional memory into the computer in orde r to increase the amount of system memory that is avai lable. This section describes how to install and remove optional memory modules. Memory media Bridge med[...]

User ’s Manual 8-9 Optional Devices Point to note abou t memory module error If you install a memory module that is not compatible with the computer , the Power indicator will flashes (on for 0.5 seconds, off for 0.5 seconds) in the following ways; ■ If there is an error in only Slot A or no memory module is inserted in Slot A: repeatedly flash[...]

User ’s Manual 8-10 Optional Devices 3. T urn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power , i f required). 4. Loosen securing the me mory module cover in place - please note that this screw is attached to the cover in order to prevent it from being lost. 5. Slide your finge[...]

User ’s Manual 8-1 1 Optional Devices 7. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one scre w . 8. Install the battery pa ck - refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power , if required. 9. T urn your computer over . 10. Turn the computer on and make sure the add ed memory is recognized - to confirmed it, St ar t[...]

User ’s Manual 8-12 Optional Devices 8. Seat the memory module cove r in place and secure it with a screw . 9. Install the battery pack - refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power , if required. 10. Turn your computer over . Battery Packs Y ou can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs so that[...]

User ’s Manual 8-13 Optional Devices Using the USB floppy diskette drive The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1.44MB or 720KB floppy diskette and connects to one of the computer's USB ports. Connecting the USB floppy diskette drive T o connect the drive, plug the floppy diskette drive's USB connector into one of the compu[...]

User ’s Manual 8-14 Optional Devices Disconnecting the USB fl oppy diskette drive When you have finished using the USB floppy diskette drive, you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it: 1. W ait for the Disk-In-Use Indicator light to go out to make sure all floppy diskette activity has stopped. 2. Click the Safely Remove Hardwa[...]

User ’s Manual 8-15 Optional Devices Disconnecting an eS A T A device When you have finished using an eSA T A device, you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it: 1. W ait for the i ndicator lig ht of an eSA T A device to go out to make sure all activity has stopped. 2. Click the Safely Remove Hardwar e icon on the Windows T ask[...]

User ’s Manual 8-16 Optional Devices Figure 8-10 Connecting the monitor c able to the external monitor port 3. T urn the external monitor ’s power on. 4. T urn the computer's power on. When you turn on the power , the computer will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device . In the event t[...]

User ’s Manual 8-17 Optional Devices Connecting the H DMI out port 1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port of the HDMI device. Figure 8-1 1 Connecting the HDMI out p ort 2. Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port on your computer . Settings for display video o n HDMI T o view video on the HDMI device, be sure [...]

User ’s Manual 8-18 Optional Devices 6. Click List All Modes . 7. Select the one of the below selection at " List All Modes ". REGZA Link (PC Contr ol) HDMI out port can connect wi th T ype A connector HDMI cable. One HDMI cable can send and re ceive video, audio and control signals.HDMI-CEC (Consume r Electronics Control) is a standard[...]

User ’s Manual 8-19 Optional Devices i.LINK (IEEE1394) i.LINK, also known as IEEE1394, is used for high-speed data transfer between a range of compatible devices such as: ■ Digital video cameras ■ Hard disk drives ■ Magneto Optical drives ■ Writable optical disc drives Precautions ■ Make a back-up of your data before tra nsferring it to[...]

User ’s Manual 8-20 Optional Devices Connecting 1. Make sure the connectors are pr operly aligned before you pl ug the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cabl e into the computer . Figure 8-12 Connecting the i.LINK (IEEE1394) po rt 2. Plug the other end of the cable into the i.LINK device. Please take note of the follo wing when you use i.LINK devices: ■ Y ou m[...]

User ’s Manual 8-21 Optional Devices Security lock A security locks enable 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 on it s lef t side into wh ich you can attach one end of the security cable, while the othe r end attaches to a desk or[...]

User ’s Manual 9-1 Chapter 9 T roubleshooting TOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability , however , should problems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed in this chapter to help determi ne the cause. All users should become familiar with this chapter as knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems fr om occurring in [...]

User ’s Manual 9-2 T roubleshooting Preliminary c hecklist Y ou should always consider the simplest solution first - the items detailed in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem : ■ Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer - this i ncludes your printer and any ot[...]

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

User ’s Manual 9-4 T roubleshooting System start- up When the computer does not start pr operly , check the following items: ■ Self T est ■ Power Sources ■ Power-on Password Self test When the computer starts up, the self test will be run automatically , and the following will be displaye d: This message remains on the screen for a few seco[...]

User ’s Manual 9-5 T roubleshooting Overheating power down In the event that the computer' s in ternal op erating temperature becomes too high, the system will automatically enter either Hibernation Mode or Sleep Mode and shut itself down. AC power If you have trouble turning on the comp u ter with the AC adaptor connected you should check t[...]

User ’s Manual 9-6 T roubleshooting Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery , you should check the status of the DC IN indicator as well as the Battery indicator . Please refer to Chapter 6, Power for more information on these indicators, toge ther with general battery operation. Problem Procedure Battery doesn’t power the computer Th[...]

User ’s Manual 9-7 T roubleshooting Real Time Clock Password Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by the setup and conf iguratio n of the computer - please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard for further information. Problem Pro cedure The following message is displayed on the LCD: RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent. Press [F2] [...]

User ’s Manual 9-8 T roubleshooting Internal display p anel Apparent display panel problems may b e related to the computer's setup and configuration - please refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup , for further information. Hard disk drive Problem Pro cedure No display Press the FN + F5 hot keys to adjust the display priority , and to make sure it is[...]

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

User ’s Manual 9-10 T roubleshooting USB floppy diskette drive The USB floppy diskette d rive is available o nly as an option. For further information, please refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Some CD/DVDs run correctly , but others do not The computer's software or hardware configura tion may be causi ng a problem - ensur e that these [...]

User ’s Manual 9-1 1 T roubleshooting ExpressCard For further information, please refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . SD/SDHC memory card, mi niSD/microSD Card For further information, please refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . Problem Pro cedure ExpressCard error occurs Remove the ExpressC ard from the computer and then reinsert it in orde[...]

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

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

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

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

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

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

User ’s Manual 9-18 T roubleshooting eSA T A device In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with your e SA T A device. External devices connected to the compatible port s do not work wh en connecte d to a comp atible port. Some external devices may not work when connected to a compatible po[...]

User ’s Manual 9-19 T roubleshooting Memory exp ansion Please also refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices , for further information on installing and removing memory modul es. Sound system In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with your a udio device. Problem Procedure If there is a memory [...]

User ’s Manual 9-20 T roubleshooting External monitor Please also refe r to Chapter 8, Optional Devices , and to the documentation supplied with yo ur monito r for further information. Check to make sure the headphone connection is secure. Check within the Win dows Device Manager application to ensure the sound func tion is enabled. If you are st[...]

User ’s Manual 9-21 T roubleshooting Modem Display error occurs Ch eck that the cable con necting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. If you are still unable to resolve the proble m, contact your reseller , dealer or servi ce provider . Problem Pro cedure This information is appl icable to the models equipped with a built-in [...]

User ’s Manual 9-22 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 . Y ou cannot receive an incoming call Ensure that the communication application' s rings before auto answer featur[...]

User ’s Manual 9-23 T roubleshooting Bluetooth For further information on Bluetooth wire less communication, please refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . i.LINK (IEEE1394) devi ce Problem Procedure Cannot access Bluetooth device Check to ensure the computer's wireless communication switch is set to on. Check to ensure the Bluetooth Manager [...]

User ’s Manual 9-24 T roubleshooting Video Playback FM tuner T OSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your compu ter or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to cont act TOSHIBA for additional techni cal assistance. Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating [...]

User ’s Manual 9-25 T roubleshooting ■ If a problem occurs when you are ru nning so ftware applications, consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions and consider calling the software company's technical support department for assistance. ■ Consult the resell er or dealer from where you purchased your computer and/o[...]

User ’s Manual 9-26 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 T oshiba India Pvt Ltd. PC Division 6th Floor [...]

User ’s Manual 10-1 Chapter 10 Legal Footnotes This chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. In the text in this manu al, *XX is used to show which Legal Footnotes description is related to TOSHIBA computers. Description(s) rel ated to this comput er are marked with a blu e *XX in this manual. Clicking on *X[...]

User ’s Manual 10-2 Legal Footnotes Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically shut- down. This is a normal protective feat ure designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions. T o avoid risk of lost data, always make back-up copies of data by periodically storing it o[...]

User ’s Manual 10-3 Legal Footnotes Battery Life *3 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 [...]

User ’s Manual 10-4 Legal Footnotes Wireless LAN *7 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 [...]

User ’s Manual 10-5 Legal Footnotes Safety Use for TV T uner *13 If you have to operate your com puter during a thunderstorm and are connecting the TV tuner to an outside antenna, you should operate yo ur computer using AC power mode. The AC adaptor offers some protection against (but does not entirely prevent) possible electri c shock caused by [...]

User ’s Manual A-1 Appendix A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the computer ’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Refer to User ’s Manual about Weight and Size. Environment al Requirement s Conditions Ambient temperature Relative humidity Operating 5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F) 20% to 80% Non-operating -20°C (-4°F) to 65?[...]

User ’s Manual A-2 S pecifications Power Requirement s Built-in Mod em AC adaptor 100-240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz (cycles per second) Computer 19 VDC 9.47 amperes 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 line T elephone line (an alog only) T ype of dialing Pu[...]

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 modes 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 [...]

User ’s Manual C-1 Appendix C Wireless LAN This appendix is intended to hel p you get your Wireless LAN network up and running, with a mi nimum of parameters. Card S pecifications Form Factor PCI Express Mini Card Compati bility ■ IEEE 802.1 1 S tandard for Wireless LAN ■ Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance. The ‘Wi-Fi[...]

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

User ’s Manual C-3 Wireless LAN Wireless IEEE 802.1 1 Channel s Set s (Revision B, G and N Draft V er . 2.0) *1 Factory-set default channels *2 Refer to the sheet Approved Countries/Regions for use for the countries/regions that in whi ch these channels can be used. When installing Wireless LAN cards, the channel configuration is ma naged as foll[...]

User ’s Manual C-4 Wireless LAN Wireless IEEE 802.1 1 Channels Sets (Revision A and N Draft V er . 2. 0) Frequency Range Channel ID 5150-5850 MHz 36 5180 40 5200 44 5220 48 5240 52 5260 56 5280 60 5300 64 5320 100 5500 104 5520 108 5540 11 2 5560 11 6 5580 120 5600 124 5620 128 5640 132 5660 136 5680 140 5700 149 5745 153 5765 157 5785[...]

User ’s Manual C-5 Wireless LAN * The approved channels on using are di fferent at each country or region. When using these channels in any cou ntry or region, refer to the addendum sheet which is Approved Countries/Re gions for use. The channel configuratio n is managed as foll ows: ■ For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN Infrast[...]

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

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

User ’s Manual D-3 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability 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[...]

User ’s Manual D-4 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Caution: Exposure to Rad io Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bl uetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequen cy exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human conta[...]

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

User ’s Manual D-6 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Device Auth orization This device obtains the T echnical Conditions Compliance App roval, and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power da ta communication system radio station st ipulated in the T elecommunications Business Law . The Name of the radio equipmen[...]

User ’s Manual E-1 Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country/region in which it is used. All cords must meet the following specifications: Certification agencies Length: Minimum 1.7 meters Wire siz[...]

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

User ’s Manual F-1 Appendix F Usage Restrictions This appendix descri bes the Usage Restrictions. ■ This configuration is designed to wo rk with a signal from a conventional (standard or analog) TV antenn a. ■ TOSHIBA does not guarantee that signa ls received by satellite or cable TV receivers will work prop erly and does not pr ovide technic[...]

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 curre nt AGP: accelerated graphics port ANSI: American National S tandards Institute APM: advanced power manager ASCII: American St andard Code for Information Interchange B[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-2 Glossary IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode LSI: large scale integration MB: megabyte OCR: optica l character recognition (reade r) PCB: printed circuit board PCI: peripheral co mponent inte rconnect RAM: random access memory RGB: red, green, and blue ROM: read only[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-3 Glossary ANSI: American National S tandards Instit ute. An organization established to adopt and define standards for a variety of technical discipl ines. For example, ANSI defined the ASCII standard and other information processing requirements. antist atic: A material used to prevent th e buildup of static electricity[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-4 Glossary byte: The representation of a single cha racter . A sequence o f eight bits treated as a single unit; also the smallest addressa ble unit within the system. C cache memor y: High speed memory which stores da ta that increases processor speed and data transfer rate. When the CPU reads data from main memory , it [...]

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

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-6 Glossary default: Th e parameter value automatically selected by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions. Also called a preset value. delete: T o remove data from a disk or other data storage device. Synonymous with erase. device driver: A pro gram that controls communication between a specific pe[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-7 Glossary DVD+R (Double Layer): A disc having two layers on one side with the DVD+R storage capacity about 1.8 times larger than before. The DVD-RW drive uses a laser to read d ata from the disc. E echo: T o send ba ck a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device. Y ou can display the information on the scr[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-8 Glossary G gigabyte (GB): A unit of data storage equal to 102 4 megabytes. Se e also megabyte. graphics: Drawings, pictures, or other images, su ch as charts or graphs, to present information. H hard disk: A non-removable disk usually referred to as drive C. The factory installs this disk and only a trained engineer can[...]

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

User ’s Manual Glossary-10 Glossary megabyte (MB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes. See also kilobyte. megahertz: A unit of wave frequency that equals 1 million cycles per second. See also hertz. menu: A software interface that displa ys a list of options on the screen. Also called a screen. microprocessor: A hardware compon ent co[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-1 1 Glossary output: The results of a computer operation. Output commonly indicates data . 1) printed on paper , 2) displayed at a termi nal, 3) sent through the serial port of internal modem, or 4) stored on some magnetic med ia. P PA L : P AL (Phase Alternating Line ) is the dominant video and broadcastin g standard in E[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-12 Glossary R Radio frequency in terf erence (RFI) shield: A metal shield enclosing the printed circuit boa rds of the printer or computer to preven t radio and TV interference. All computer equ ipment generates radio frequency signals. The FCC regulates th e amount of signals a computing device can allow past it s shieldi[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary sof tware: The set of progra ms, procedures and related documentation associated with a computer system. S p ecifically refers to computer programs that direct and co ntrol th e computer system’s activities. See also hardware. stop bit: One or more bits of a byte that follow the transmitted character or group[...]

User ’s Manual Glossary-14 Glossary W warm start: Rest arting or resetting a co mputer with out turning it off. window: A portion of the screen that can display its own application, document or dialog box. Often used to mean a Microsoft Windows window . Wireless LAN: Local Area Network (LAN) through wireless communication. write protection: A met[...]

User ’s Manual Index-1 Index A AC adaptor, 1-4 additional, 1-18 connecting, 3-3 DC IN 19V jack, 2-6 B Battery charging, 6-6 extending ba ttery life, 6-9 indicator, 2-12, 6- 2 Monitoring capacity, 6-7 real time clock, 1-4, 6-5 save mode, 1-12 types, 6-3 Battery pack, 1-4, 2-8 additional, 8-12 replacing, 6-10 Bluetooth, 1-10, 4-49 Bluetooth Stack f[...]

User ’s Manual Index-2 Qosmio X300 Heat dispersal, 1-12 Hibernation Mo de, 1-13 Hot keys, 1-11 HW Setup accessing, 7-1 general, 7-1 I i.LINK, 1-8, 2-6 connecting, 8-20 disconnecting, 8-20 precautions, 8-19 problems, 9-23 Indicators Battery, 2-12, 6-2 DC IN, 2-12 Power, 2-12 Infrared rec eiver window problems, 9-13 K Keyboard, 1- 7, 5-1 Function k[...]

User ’s Manual Index-3 Qosmio X300 AC power, 9-5 Analyzing the problem, 9- 2 Battery, 9-6 Bluetooth, 9-23 ExpressCard, 9-11 External monitor, 9-20 Fingerprint Sensor, 9-1 6 Hard disk drive, 9-8 Hardware and s ystem checklist, 9-3 i.LINK (IEEE1394) device, 9-23 Infrared receiver window, 9-13 Internal displa y panel, 9-8 Keyboard, 9-7 LAN, 9-22 Mem[...]

User ’s Manual Index-4 Qosmio X300 V Video modes, B-1 Video RAM, 1-4 W Web Camera, 1-8 Wireless communication, 4-48 indicator, 4-51 Wireless communication s witch, 1-11, 2-2, 4-50 Wireless LAN, 1-10, 4-48 problems, 9-22 X xD picture card problems, 9-12[...]