Toshiba Z40-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 ........................................................ 4-32 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[...]

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 may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended [...]

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 [...]

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 click the left Touch Pad control button twice. Left click the mouse twice. Tap the touch screen twice (only for touch screen models). HDD or Hard disk drive Some [...]

Use a virus-check program and make sure it is updated regularly. Never format storage media without checking its content - formatting erases all stored data. It is a good idea to periodically back up the internal HDD/SSD or other main storage device to external media. General storage media is not durable or stable over long periods of time and unde[...]

When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in this User’s Manual. Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adaptor DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. As a [...]

Figure 2-4 Connecting the DC output plug to the computer (Z40-A) 1 2 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[...]

Be careful not to open the display panel too far as this could put stress on the display panel’s hinges and cause damage. Do not press or push on the display panel. Do not lift the computer by the display panel. Do not close the display panel with pens or any other objects left in between the display panel and the keyboard. When opening or closin[...]

Figure 2-8 Turning on the power (Z40-A) 1 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[...]

2. Make sure all disk/disc activity has stopped before removing the disk/ disc. If you turn off the power while a disk (disc) is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk. Never turn off the power while an application is running. Doing so could cause loss of data. Never turn off the power, disconnect an external storage device or remove [...]

completely shut down the computer in this way could allow the operating system to reactivate and run pre-programmed tasks or preserve unsaved data, which could interfere with aviation or other systems, possibly causing serious injury. Before entering Sleep Mode, be sure to save your data. Do not switch to Sleep Mode while transferring data to exter[...]

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 computer. When the computer is in Sleep Mode, the Power indicator will blink amber. If you are operating the computer on battery power, you can lengthen the overa[...]

Starting Hibernation Mode To enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below. 1. Click Start . Point to the arrow ( ) beside the Shut down button and then select Hibernate from the menu. Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to enter Hibernation Mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid. In order to defi[...]

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 Description section for more information on this feature. Power indicator The Pow[...]

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 Description section for more information on this feature. Power indicator The Pow[...]

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 Description section for more information on this feature. Power indicator The Pow[...]

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 Start -> All Programs - > TOSHIBA -> Support & [...]

Graphics Processing Unit Graphics processing unit (GPU) performance may vary depending on product model, design configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized. GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and may decrease considerably when operating in battery power mode. Legal Footnote (Graphics P[...]

On Optimus models, two kinds of Display Drivers are installed: “Intel ® HD Graphics Driver” and “NVIDIA Graphics Driver XXX.XX”. Do not uninstall the display driver from “Uninstall Program” in the Control Panel. If you have to uninstall the display driver, please follow the steps below: 1. Uninstall “NVIDIA Graphics Driver XXX.XX”.[...]

With the Intel ® Rapid Start Technology, the Windows can rapidly resume from Hibernation Mode and battery life will be longer than when in Sleep Mode. Intel ® Rapid Start Technology is enabled at factory default. The computer will switch to Hibernation Mode after two hours of Sleep Mode. You can use TOSHIBA Setup Utility to enable/disable the fun[...]

To use this function, click the icon ( ) in the taskbar to start the utility wizard. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup. For further information on setting up Intel ® Smart Connect Technology, please refer to the utility help. When Intel ® Smart Connect Technology is enabled, the computer may be turned on automaticall[...]

Power on Power off (no operation) AC adaptor not connected Remaining battery capacity is above low battery trigger point • Operates • LED: off Remaining battery capacity is below low battery trigger point • Operates • LED: flashes amber Remaining battery capacity is exhausted Computer shuts down DC IN/Battery indicator Check the DC IN/Batte[...]

Power indicator Check the Power indicator to determine the power status of the computer - the following indicator conditions should be noted: White Indicates power is being supplied to the computer and the computer is turned on. Flashing Amber Indicates that the computer is in Sleep Mode and that there is sufficient power available (AC adaptor or b[...]

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.[...]

Tap Simply tap your finger on the Touch Pad to act on items on the screen. (Similar to left-click) Pinch or stretch Place two or more fingers down on the Touch Pad and move them toward each other (pinch) or away from each other (stretch). This will visually zoom in or out. Two-Finger Scroll Place two fingers down and slide them vertically or horizo[...]

Figure 4-1 Keypad indicator 1 1. CAPS LOCK indicator Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. 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 [...]

Brightness Up Pressing FN + F7 increases the computer's display panel brightness in individual steps. Wireless Pressing FN + F8 turns the Airplane mode on or off. If no wireless communication device is installed, no dialog box will appear. Touch Pad Pressing FN + F9 enables or disables the Touch Pad function. Cursor Control keys Pressing FN + [...]

2. Press the function key or click the card associated with the desired function. The selected card with available options will appear. 3. Press the function key repeatedly to cycle through the available options and release the FN key when the desired option is selected. You can also click the desired option. For more information, please refer to t[...]

If an error message appears, reboot the computer. If an error message does not appear, wait a moment for the pointer to stop, then continue operation. Replacing the cap The AccuPoint cap is an expendable item that should be replaced after prolonged use. The spare AccuPoint cap is supplied with some models. 1. To remove the AccuPoint cap, firmly pin[...]

How to Swipe your Finger Using the following steps when swiping fingers for fingerprint registration or authentication will help to minimize authentication failures: Align the first joint of the finger to the center of the sensor. Lightly touch the sensor and swipe finger levelly towards you until the sensor surface becomes visible. In performing t[...]

Do not paste stickers or write on the sensor. Do not touch the sensor with a finger or any other object which may have a build-up of static electricity on it. Observe the following before you place your finger on the sensor whether for fingerprint enrollment/registration or recognition. Wash and dry your hands thoroughly. Remove static electricity [...]

You can back up the fingerprint data or the information registered to Web Site Passwords. Please use Import/Export in TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility main menu. Please also refer to the fingerprint utility Help file for more information by clicking ? in TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility main menu. Fingerprint utility limitations TOSHIBA does not guarantee th[...]

6. Swipe four times with the same finger. If scanning of fingerprint succeeds, "Enrollment succeeded! Do you want to save this fingerprint?" message box will appear. Click OK . 7. The following message will be displayed: "It’s strongly recommended you enroll one more fingerprint.". Click OK and repeat Step 3, 4, 5 and 6 with a[...]

Windows Logon via Fingerprint Authentication In place of the usual Windows logon by ID and password, fingerprint authentication also allows logon to Windows. This is useful especially when many users are using the PCs, as user selection can be skipped. Fingerprint Authentication Procedure 1. Start up the computer. 2. The Logon Authorization screen [...]

Overview about Fingerprint Single Sign-On feature This is a feature that allows the user to complete the authentication for both the User/BIOS Password (and, if applicable, the HDD/SSD Password) and logging onto Windows using only one fingerprint authentication when booting up. It is necessary to register the User/BIOS Password and Windows Logon Pa[...]

Battery types The computer has different types of batteries. Battery pack When the AC adaptor is not connected, the computer's main power source is a lithium ion battery, also referred to in this manual as the main battery. Real Time Clock (RTC) battery The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calen[...]

indicator flashes, the computer will enable Hibernation Mode so that you do not lose any data, and automatically turn itself off. You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged. Procedures To recharge a battery pack, connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack and plug the other end into a working outlet - the DC IN/Battery indicator [...]

You should wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time. This is because the computer needs this time to check the battery's remaining capacity and then calculate the remaining operating time, based on this together with the current power consumption. Please be aware that the actu[...]

At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps as detailed below. 1. Turn off the computer's power. 2. Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the computer's power - if it does not turn on then go to Step 4. 3. Oper[...]

Figure 4-4 Open the SIM card tray with the eject hole (Z30-A) 1 Figure 4-5 Open the SIM card tray with the eject hole (Z40-A) 1 Figure 4-6 Open the SIM card tray with the eject hole (Z50-A) 1 1. Eject hole Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. 4. Place the SIM card into the SIM card tray with the metal connectors facing up. 5. Inse[...]

Figure 4-7 Installing the SIM Card (Z30-A) 1 2 3 Figure 4-8 Installing the SIM Card (Z40-A) 2 3 1 Figure 4-9 Installing the SIM Card (Z50-A) 3 2 1 1. SIM card slot 3. SIM card tray 2. SIM card Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. Never allow metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, to enter the computer. Foreign met[...]

2. Remove the SIM card from the SIM card tray. 3. Insert the SIM card tray back into the SIM card slot. GPS Function Your computer may include a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System). The performance of GPS will vary depending on the environment. It might be happen that a location cannot be determined. Your current location may not be shown depe[...]

If you are using Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T), be sure to connect with a CAT5e cable or higher. You cannot use a CAT3 or CAT5 cable. If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE- TX), be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher. You cannot use a CAT3 cable. If you are using Ethernet LAN (10 [...]

capacities so that you can easily transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants. Keep foreign objects out of the memory media slot. Never allow metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, to enter the computer or Keyboard. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause computer da[...]

The maximum capacity of SD memory cards is 2GB. The maximum capacity of SDHC memory cards is 32GB. The maximum capacity of SDXC memory cards is 128GB. Memory media format New media cards are formatted according to specific standards. If you wish to reformat a media card, be sure to do so with a device that uses media cards. Formatting a memory medi[...]

SD Card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card and SDXC memory card) Set the write-protect switch to the lock position, if you do not want to record data. Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. To insert memory media, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Turn the memory media so that the contac[...]

3. Press the memory media to partially extend it out of the computer. 4. Grasp the media and remove it. If you remove the memory media or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the memory media, you may lose data or damage the media. Do not remove the memory media while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation Mode. The computer could be[...]

2. Press the Smart Card gently to ensure a firm connection is made. The computer will identify the Smart Card and display an icon in the Windows Taskbar. When inserting a Smart Card into the Smart Card slot, make sure to confirm that the card is oriented correctly before inserting. Insert the Smart Card until it reaches the end of the Smart Card sl[...]

External RGB monitor port An external analog monitor can be connected to the External RGB monitor port on the computer. To connect an external analog monitor, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Connect the RGB cable to the External RGB monitor port. There are no fastening screws for an external monitor cable on the External RGB monitor port. Ho[...]

without reducing the quality. HDMI-compatible external display devices including televisions can be connected via the HDMI port. To connect an HDMI-compatible display device, follow the steps as detailed below: To connect a device to the HDMI out port, you must purchase a suitable HDMI cable. 1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI in port [...]

Selecting HD Format To select the display mode, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Click Start -> Control Panel . 2. Click Appearance and Personalization . 3. Click Display . 4. Click Change display settings . 5. Click Advanced settings . 6. Click List All Modes . 7. Select one of the mode at List All Modes . Wireless display Some models sup[...]

1. Click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Sound . 2. In the Playback tab, select the playback device which you want to switch to. 3. To use the internal speakers on your computer, select Speakers . To use the television or the external monitor that you have connected to the computer, select a different playback device. 4. Cl[...]

2. Press down on the back of the computer until it clicks into place. The computer connector on the port replicator engages the computer’s docking port. When the computer is connected, the Docked light on the Port Replicator glows green while the computer is powered on. Figure 4-15 Aligning your computer with the Port Replicator (Z30-A) 1 1. Dock[...]

To access the utility, click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Tools & Utilities -> TOSHIBA Docking Station Utility . System sleep undocking operation will function under the following conditions: Select Do nothing for When I close the lid by clicking Start -> Control Panel -> System and Security -> Power Options -> Ch[...]

Optional TOSHIBA Accessories You are able to add a number of options and accessories in order to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use. For reference, the following list details some of the items that are available from your reseller or TOSHIBA dealer: Universal AC Adaptor If you frequently use your computer at more than one s[...]

1. Right click on the Speakers icon on the Taskbar, and then select Playback devices from the sub menu. 2. Select Speakers , and click Properties . 3. On the Enhancements tab select the sound effects you would like, and click Apply . DTS Studio Sound DTS Studio Sound™ is a premium audio enhancement suite that utilizes revolutionary audio technolo[...]

Power Management The audio controller in your computer can be turned off when the audio function is not used. To adjust the configuration of audio power management, click the Power Management button . When audio power management is enabled, the circle button at the upper left of the Power Management is blue and convex. When audio power management i[...]

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[...]

The efficient performance might not be expected with multiple user accounts registered. Only startup from built-in HDD/SSD supports Hi-Speed Start Mode. When system needs to be restarted because of Windows update, drivers update or applications installation, please Shut down or Restart accordingly. If not, those changes will not be reflected to the[...]

TOSHIBA eco Utility This computer is equipped with "eco mode". This mode slightly lowers performance of some devices to reduce electric power consumption. You can realize measurable power savings by using it continuously. TOSHIBA eco Utility helps control the power consumption of your computer. Various information can help you understand [...]

TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor application proactively monitors a number of system functions such as power consumption, battery health and system cooling, informing you of significant system conditions. This application recognizes the system and individual component serial numbers, and will track specific activities related[...]

HDD automatic power off *1 This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a specified time, with power being restored when the hard disk drive is next accessed. This can be specified in the Power Options. System automatic Sleep/Hibernation Mode *1 This feature automatically shuts down the system into ei[...]

Hibernation Mode This feature lets you turn off the power to the computer without exiting from your software. The contents of main memory are automatically saved to the Hard Disk Drive so that when you next turn the power on again, you can continue working right where you left off. Refer to the Turning off the power section, for more details. USB W[...]

compatible port even when the computer is turned OFF. "Power OFF" includes Sleep Mode, Hibernation Mode or shutdown state. To set USB Sleep and Charge feature, click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Tools & Utilities -> Sleep Utility . Select the Enable Sleep and Charge check box to enable this function. The Sleep and C[...]

maximum 2.0A to the compatible ports while the computer is turned off. When USB device cannot be charged by Auto Mode , change to Alternate Mode . 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 cann[...]

both “System ON CDP Charge Mode” and “USB Sleep and Charge function”. TOSHIBA Password utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two levels of password security: User and Supervisor. Passwords set by the TOSHIBA Password Utility function are different from the Windows password. User Password To start the utility, point to or click the f[...]

Owner String (text box) You can use this box to associate text with the password. After you enter text, click Apply or OK . When the computer is started, this text will be displayed together with the prompt asking you to enter a password. You can launch the TOSHIBA Setup Utility to set, change or delete the HDD Password or HDD Master Password. If y[...]

1. Turn on the power as described in the Getting Started section. The following message will appear in the screen: Password= At this point, the function keys do not work. They will function after you enter the password. 2. Enter the Password. 3. Press ENTER . If you enter the password incorrectly three times in a row, or if you don’t enter the pa[...]

LAN—Allows you to set conditions for LAN Advanced—Allows you to set conditions for a specific device or function The settings or options explained here may vary depending on the model you purchased. After you changed the settings, a dialog box may appear to prompt you that the changes will take effect after the computer is restarted. Make sure [...]

Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be started using the following methods: Click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Support & Recovery -> PC Health Monitor . Click the icon ( ) in the notification area, then click the " Enable PC Health Monitor... " message the first time you run the [...]

Taskbar icon Normal TOSHIBA HDD Protection is enabled. Protection TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active. The hard disk drive head is in a safe position. OFF TOSHIBA HDD Protection is disabled. TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties You can change the TOSHIBA HDD Protection settings by using the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window. To open the window, cl[...]

3D Viewer This feature displays a 3D object on the screen which moves in according to tilting or vibration of the computer. When the TOSHIBA HDD Protection detects computer vibration the Hard Disk Drive head is parked and the 3D object disk rotation will stop. When the head is un-parked the disk will begin to rotate again. The 3D Viewer can be star[...]

You can also create recovery media and restore the system. The following items will be described in this section: System Recovery Options Creating Recovery Media Restoring the pre-installed software from your created Recovery Media Restoring the pre-installed software from the Recovery Hard Disk Drive System Recovery Options The System Recovery Opt[...]

Do not use utilities, including those intended to enhance Hard Disk Drive access speed. They may cause unstable operation and damage data. Do not shut down/log off or Sleep/Hibernate while writing or rewriting the media. Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subjected to vibrations such as airplanes, trains, or cars. Do not use on an[...]

3. While holding down F12 key on the keyboard, turn on your computer - when the TOSHIBA Leading Innovation >>> logo screen appears, release the F12 key. 4. Use the up and down cursor key to select the appropriate option from the menu according to your actual recovery media. 5. A menu will be displayed from which you should follow the on-sc[...]

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 you are using the AC adaptor, check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another device, such as a lamp. Verify that the computer is on by looking at the Power indicator. 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[...]

Problem Procedure AC adaptor doesn’t power the computer Check the connections to make sure that the power cord/adaptor is firmly connected to the computer and a working power outlet. Check the condition of the cord and terminals. If the cord is frayed or damaged it should be replaced, while if the terminals are soiled, they should be cleaned with[...]

Real Time Clock Problem Procedure The BIOS setting and system date/ time are lost. The charge in the Real Time Clock (RTC) battery has run out - you will need to set the date and time in the TOSHIBA Setup Utility by using the following steps: 1. Press and hold the F2 key, and then turn on the computer - the TOSHIBA Setup Utility will load. 2. Set t[...]

HDD Problem Procedure Slow performance The files on the HDD may be fragmented - in this instance you should run the disk Defragmentation utility to check the condition of your files and the HDD. Please refer to the operating system's documentation or online Help File for further information on operating and using the Defragmentation utility. A[...]

Touch Pad Problem Procedure The Touch Pad does not work. Check the Device Select settings. Click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Mouse . On-screen pointer does not respond to pointing device operation In this instance the system might be busy - Try moving the mouse again after waiting a short while. Double-tapping (Touch Pa[...]

Problem Procedure Double-clicking does not work In this instance, you should initially try changing the double-click speed setting within the Mouse Control utility. 1. To access this utility, click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Mouse . 2. Within the Mouse Properties window, click the Buttons tab. 3. Set the double-click s[...]

Problem Procedure I cannot use the Sleep and Charge function. Sleep and Charge function may be disabled. Enable the Sleep and Charge function in the TOSHIBA HWSetup. When there is a current overflow of the external device connected to the compatible port, USB bus power (DC5V) supply may be stopped for safety reasons. When this happens, disconnect a[...]

Problem Procedure The "USB Wakeup function" does not work. When "System ON CDP Charge Mode" or "USB Sleep and Charge function" is enabled, the "USB WakeUp" function does not work for ports that support the Sleep and Charge function. In that case, use an USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge fun[...]

Problem Procedure Monitor does not turn on After confirming that the monitor's power switch is on, you should check the connections to make sure that the power cord/adaptor is firmly connected to the monitor and to a working power outlet. No display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. Press the function [...]

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 Start -> Control Panel -> System and Security -> Power Options . 2. Click Choose what the power button does or Choose what closin[...]

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. Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA Please note that this software is specifically designed for the following operating systems: Windows 7 Information regarding the use of thi[...]

Europe Restrictions for Use of 2400.0-2483.5MHz Frequencies in Europe France: Outdoor use limited to 10mW e.i.r.p. within the band 2454-2483.5MHz Military Radiolocation use.Refarming of the 2.4GHz band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current relaxed regulation Full implementation planned 2012. Italy: - For private use, a general authoriza[...]

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[...]

Battery Life Battery life may vary considerably depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by the design of individual components. Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by TOSHIBA at [...]

electromagnetic environment, obstacles, access point design and configuration, and client design and software/hardware configurations. The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed. Copy Protection Applicable copy protection standards included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media. [...]

FHD: Full High Definition GB: gigabyte GBps: gigabytes per second HD: High Definition HD+: High Definition Plus HDD: Hard Disk Drive HDMI: High-definition Multimedia Interface HDMI CEC: High-definition Multimedia Interface Consumer Electronics Control HTML: Hypertext Markup Language IEEE: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O: Input[...]

SDRAM: Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SSD: Solid State Drive TFT: Thin-film Transistor URL: Uniform Resource Locator USB: Universal Serial Bus VGA: Video Graphics Array WAN: Wide Area Network WQHD: Wide Quad High Definition www: World Wide Web User's Manual 7-21[...]

Index A AC adaptor additional 4-32 connecting 2-3 DC IN 19V jack 3-3, 3-14, 3-21 B Battery extending life 4-15 monitoring capacity 4-14 real time clock 3-29, 4-13 save mode 5-5 types 4-13 Battery indicator Bluetooth Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba 5-2 C Cleaning the computer 1-16 Cooling vents 3-5, 3-6, 3-12, 3-15, 3-23, 3-24 D DC IN/Battery[...]

G Graphics Processing Unit 3-30 H Hard disk drive automatic power off 5-5 HDD Protection 5-13 HWSetup accessing 5-11 window 5-11 K Keyboard Function keys F1...F12 4-3 problems 6-6 Windows special keys 4-5 L LAN cable types 4-19 connecting 4-20 M Media care Card care 4-22 Memory card care 4-22 Memory installing 4-16 removing 4-18 memory media card i[...]

Overheating power down 6-4 Power 6-4 Real Time Clock 6-6 Sound system 6-11 TOSHIBA support 6-14 Touch Pad 6-8 USB device 6-9 USB mouse 6-8 R Recovery hard disk drive 5-18 Recovery Media 5-17 Restarting the computer 2-8 S SD/SDHC/SDXC Card formatting 4-22 note 4-21 Security lock 4-31 Sleep Mode setting 2-8 System automatic 5-5 Smart Card inserting 4[...]