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Satellite L730/L735/Satellite Pro L730 Series User's Manual

1. Approved Countries Regions for the Realtek RTL8188CE Wireless LAN 802 11n PCI E NIC b g n Wireless LAN This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions A in the following table Do not use this equipment in the countries regions which are not listed in the table below E An ad hoc mode is not available in 802 11n mode E Available channel of Peer to peer connection by ad hoc mode is Ch1 Ch11 E Connection with an access point by the Infrastructure mode is Ch1 Ch13 As of Jan 2011 User s Manual D 9 Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Belgium Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Brazil Bulgaria Cambodia Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt EI Salvador Estonia Finland France Germany Ghana Greece Guatemala Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Italy Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macedonia Malaysia Malta Mexico Monaco Montenegro Mozambique Namibia Netherlands New Zealand Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Romania Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey Ukraine UAE UK USA
2. China fe s N CCC approved User s Manual B 2 Appendix C Legal Footnotes This chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBA computers Non applicable Icons CPU Certain computer chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product series Therefore please be aware that your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis Central Processing Unit CPU Performance Legal Footnotes CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the following conditions E use of certain external peripheral products E use of battery power instead of AC power E use of certain multimedia computer generated graphics or video applications E use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections RB use of complex modeling software such as high end computer aided design applications BR use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously RB use of computer in areas with low air pressure high altitude gt 1 000 meters or gt 3 280 feet above sea level E use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5 C to 30 C 41 F to 86 F or gt 25 C 77 F at high altitude all temperature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model please refer to your computer documentation or visit the TOSHI
3. Specify display device information Monitor Type Choose the correct monitor type in the drop down menu To play on external 3D enabled display TV with HDMI set the HDMI 1 4 Video Output Display size Enter the size in inches of your computer Notes on playing Blu ray 3D On NVIDIA Graphics models Blu ray 3D playback works only in full screen size When you play the Blu ray 3D WinDVD automatically resizes to full screen When you switch WinDVD to window mode or minimize it playback will be stopped If there s any pop up message WinDVD will be back to window mode WinDVD will use all available graphic hardware resources to display 3D video On NVIDIA Graphics models operations such as Setup Help some function buttons and remote control functions will be temporarily disabled WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA does not support 2Dto3D conversion function Please use TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER for 3D playback of DVD or 3D video file The 3D effect differs among individuals Depending on the lighting condition of your room you may experience some flickerings when you have the 3D glasses on Viewing 3D playback may cause discomfort In this case please stop viewing and consult your doctor Please consider if it is suitable or a need for time limit before allowing your child to watch a 3D content The 3D effect can be shown on external 3D enabled display TV that supports HDMI 1 4 To play the Blu ray 3D on external 3D enabled d
4. User s Manual 2 10 CPU The processor type varies depending on model To check which type of processor is included in your model open the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility by clicking Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt PC Diagnostic Tool Legal Footnote CPU For more information regarding CPU please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C Hard Disk Drive or The size of the hard disk drive varies depending Solid State Drive on the model To check which type of HDD SSD is included in your model open the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility by clicking Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt PC Diagnostic Tool Please note that part of the hard disk s overall capacity is reserved as administration space et E n this manual the word HDD or Hard disk drive also refers to the SSD unless otherwise stated E SSD is a large capacity storage media which uses Solid State Memory in place of a magnetic disk of the hard disk Under certain unusual conditions of prolonged non use and or exposure to high temperatures the SSD may be vulnerable to data retention errors Legal Footnote Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity For more information regarding Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C User s Manual 2 11 RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock RTC and calendar Video RAM The
5. if the Numeric Mode indicator lights you can use the overlay for numeric entry while if the Arrow Mode indicator lights you can use the overlay for cursor and page control function 3 Release FN key to return to normal keyboard operation Temporarily changing modes If the computer is in Numeric Mode you can switch temporarily to Arrow Mode by pressing a SHIFT key while if it is in Arrow Mode you can switch temporarily to Numeric Mode by also pressing a SHIFT key Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation but you are able to generate these characters using their specific ASCII codes 1 Hold down ALT with the overlay on or ALT FN with overlay off 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code of the character you require 3 Release ALT or ALT FN the ASCII character will appear on the display screen Optical disc drives The computer is installed with a DVD Super Multi BD Combo or BD Writer drive When the computer is accessing an optical disc an indicator on the drive glows Formats The drives support the following formats DVD Super Multi drive Double Layer The drive supports the following formats CD ROM DVD ROM DVD Video CD DA CD Text Photo CDTM single multi session CD ROM User s Manual 3 7 Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA Addressing Method 2 DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD RAM
6. 0 oo gt o oe COC DO W e o oe o 1 DC IN indicator 4 Hard Disk Drive Optical Disc Drive indicator 2 Power indicator 5 Memory media slot indicator 3 Battery indicator 6 Wireless communication indicator User s Manual 2 1 Left side DC IN indicator Power indicator Battery indicator Hard Disk Drive Optical Disc Drive indicator Memory media slot indicator Wireless communication indicator The DC IN indicator normally glows white when power is being correctly supplied from the AC power adaptor However if the output voltage from the adaptor is abnormal or if the computer s power supply malfunctions this indicator will flash amber 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 approximately two seconds on two seconds off both while the system is shutting down and while it remains turned off The Battery indicator shows the condition of the battery s charge white indicates the battery is fully charged amber indicates the battery is charging and flashing orange indicates a low battery condition Please refer to Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes for more information on this feature The Hard Disk Drive Optical Disc Drive indicator blinks white whenever the computer is accessing the built in hard disk drive or optical disc drive The Memory media slot indicator bli
7. Adjust resolution However video cannot be output to some external displays and televisions due to output or playback conditions E When viewing DVD Video on an external display or TV change the display device before playing DVD Video cannot be displayed simultaneously in clone mode on both the computer s display panel and an external display E Do not change the screen resolution while running the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER E Do not change the display device while running the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER 3D playback feature TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER has 3D playback function which can playback 3D video content and 2D home video content DVD or video file in 3D using real time 2Dto3D conversion BR The 3D effect can only be shown on external 3D devices connected via an HDMI output It cannot be shown on the internal display BR The 2Dto3D conversion function uses TOSHIBA s original algorithm to apply a 3D effect to your own 2D videos However note that this function does not provide the same video content as a video originally provided in 3D and does not create a new video in the 3D format but only plays 2D videos in a 3D like mode BR The 2Dto3D conversion function is meant for the enjoyment of your own 2D home video and other 2D contents you created in 3D according to your personal preferences E The TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER is set by default in the 2D format By pressing the 2Dto3D conversion function button you decide to activate
8. Click Health and Safety Information and Internet Explorer will be launched and displays Health and Safety Information Please read it carefully 11 Select GeForce 3D Vision Setup Wizard from the task bar after reading the information 12 Select the have read and understand the Health and Safety Information check box 13 Click the Next button 14 Click the Finish button HDMI 1 4 3D Video feature is only supported at two resolutions 1920x1080 24Hz and 1280x720 60Hz The resolution can be reconfigured by the following procedure 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt NVIDIA Control Panel 2 Click Change resolution from Select a Task 3 Choose one of the below resolutions from Resolution HD 3D 1080p 1920 x 1080 HD 3D 720p 1280 x 720 4 Click the Apply button You are now ready to watch 3D video on your 3D TV Security lock A security locks enable you to anchor your computer a desk or other heavy object in order to help prevent unauthorized removal or theft The computer has a security lock slot on its left side into which you can attach one end of the security cable while the other end attaches to a desk or similar object The methods used for attaching security cables differ from product to product Please refer to the instructions for the product you are using for more information Connecting the security lock In order to connect a security cable to the computer follow the
9. DVD R DL Format1 DVD R DL BD Combo drive In addition to the above formats BD Combo drive supports BD ROM and BD DL BD Writer drive In addition to the above formats BD Writer drive supports BD R BD R DL BE RE and BD RE DL J Some types and formats of DVD R DL and DVD R DL discs may be unreadable Using optical disc drives The full size drive provides high performance execution of disc based programs You can run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 discs without an adaptor When the computer is accessing a disc an indicator on the drive glows O dk Use the DVD playback application to view DVD Video discs For precautions on writing to CD DVD BDs refer to the Writing CD DVDs section To load discs follow the steps as detailed below 1 When the computer s power is on press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly 2 Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully opened Figure 3 3 Pressing the eject button and pulling the disc tray open 1 Eject button 2 Disc tray 3 Lay the disc label side up in the disc tray User s Manual 3 8 Figure 3 4 Inserting a disc 1 Laser lens When the disc tray is fully opened the edge of the computer will cover the disc tray slightly Therefore you will need to turn the disc at an angle when you place it in the disc tray After seating the disc however make sure it lies flat E Do not touch the laser lens or any portion of its
10. HM Change users in the Operating Systems E Operate the computer for any other function including such tasks as using a mouse or Touch Pad or closing opening the display panel E Start a communication application BR Apply impact or vibration to the computer User s Manual 3 13 E Install remove or connect external devices including such items as a memory media card USB device external monitor or an optical digital device E Use the audio video control button to reproduce music or voice BR Open the optical disc drive E Do not use shut down log off Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode functions while writing or rewriting E Make sure that the write rewrite operation is completed before going into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode You can remove an optical media on the optical disc drive after writing is completed E Ifthe media is of poor quality or is dirty or damaged writing or rewriting errors may occur E Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such as airplanes trains or cars In addition do not use the computer on an unstable surface such as a stand E Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer TOSHIBA Disc Creator Please be aware of the following limitations when you use the TOSHIBA Disc Creator BR DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator BR DVD Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You c
11. How to Delete the Face Recognition Data Delete image data account information and personal record data created during registration To delete the Face Recognition Data follow the steps User s Manual 4 12 as described below 1 2 3 To launch this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Face Recognition The Management screen is displayed Select a user which is displayed in the Management screen Click the Delete button You are about to delete the user data Would you like to continue will be displayed on the screen If you do not want the data to be deleted click the No button and you will then be returned to the Management screen Clicking on the Yes button will remove the selected user from the Management screen How to launch the help file For further information on this utility please refer to help file 1 To launch the help file click the Help button in the Management screen Windows Logon via TOSHIBA Face Recognition This section explains how to login to Windows with TOSHIBA Face Recognition Two authentication modes are provided 1 N Mode Login screen If the face authentication tile is selected by default you can log in without using the keyboard or mouse 1 1 Mode Login screen This mode is essentially the same as AUTO mode but the Select Account screen will appear before the Display Captured Image screen and you will need to select the user a
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13. enabled E The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature E Regarding Wake up on LAN from sleep or hibernation you must check the Allow the device to wake the computer check box within the LAN Device properties This feature does not effect the Wake up on LAN from sleep or hibernation Power will be automatically turned on when a signal is received from an administrator s computer which is connected via a network User s Manual 4 18 The following settings can be changed when the Built in LAN is Enabled Connect the AC adaptor when using the Wake up on LAN function The battery retention time will be shorter than the times listed in this manual when this function is enabled Refer to the Batteries exhausted time section in chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes Enabled Enables Wake up on LAN from shutdown Disabled Disables Wake up on LAN from shutdown Default Built in LAN This feature enables or disables the Built in LAN Enabled Enables Built in LAN functions Default Disabled Disables Built in LAN functions USB Legacy USB Support Use this option to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation If your operating system does not support USB you can still use a USB mouse and keyboard by setting the Legacy USB Support item to enabled Enabled Enables the USB Legacy Emulation Default Disabled Disables the USB Legacy Emulation SAT
14. in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal Bluetooth wireless technology Some computers in this series have Bluetooth wireless communication function which eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as computers printers and mobile phones When it is enabled Bluetooth provides the wireless personal area network environment which is safe and trustworthy that is quick and easy You cannot use the computer s built in Bluetooth functions and an external Bluetooth adaptor simultaneously For reference Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features Worldwide operation The Bluetooth radio transmitter and receiver operate in the 2 4GHz band User s Manual 3 26 LAN which is license free and compatible with radio systems in most countries in the world 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 Security Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security BR Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible to falsify the origin of a message E Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA Please note that this software is specifically designed for the following operating systems E Windows 7 Information regarding the use of t
15. numeric overlay keys dedicated cursor control overlay keys Z and Keys Refer to the The Keyboard section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for details Press this button to enable or disable the Touch Pad function The control buttons located below the Touch Pad allow you to select menu items or manipulate text and graphics as designated by the on screen pointer The Touch Pad located in the palm rest is used to control the movement of the on screen pointer For more information please refer to the Using the Touch Pad in Chapter 3 Operating Basics This switch senses when the display panel is either closed or opened and activates the Panel Power Off On feature as appropriate For example when you close the display panel the computer enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down and then when you next open the display the computer will automatically start up and return you to the application you were previously working on You can specify within the Power Options To access it click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options L d Do not put any magnetic objects close to this switch as they may cause the computer to automatically enter Hibernation Mode and shut down even if the Panel Power Off feature is disabled Internal Hardware Components This section describes the internal hardware components of your computer The actual specifications may vary depending on the model you purchased
16. screen appears the BIOS setup application will load 3 Set the date in the System Date field Set the time in the System Time field 5 Press F10 a confirmation message will be displayed 6 Press the ENTER key the BIOS setup application will end and the computer will restart gt Procedure Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not activated press the FN F11 hot key and try typing again Please refer to your software s documentation to ensure that its is not remapping the keyboard in any way remapping involves changing or reassigning the function of each key If you are still unable to use the keyboard you should contact TOSHIBA Support Procedure Press the FN F5 hot keys to adjust the display priority and to make sure it is not set for output to an external monitor User s Manual 6 7 Problem Procedure Markings appear on These marks may have come from contact with the the computer s keyboard and Touch Pad while the display panel display panel has been closed You should try to remove the marks by gently wiping the display panel with a clean dry cloth or if this fails with a good quality LCD screen cleaner In this latter instance you should always follow the instructions with the screen cleaner and always ensure you let the display panel dry properly before closing it Hard disk drive Problem Procedure Computer does not Check to see whether there is a CD ROM DVD boot from h
17. 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 solving process Resolving problems will be much easier if you observe the following guidelines E Stop immediately when you recognize a problem exists as taking further action may result in data loss or damage or you may destroy valuable problem related information that can help solve the problem E Observe what is happening write down what the system is doing and what actions you performed immediately before the problem occurred Make a screenshot of the current display Please also be aware that the questions and procedures described in this chapter are meant only as a guide they are not definitive problem solving techniques In reality many problems can be solved simply but a few may require help from TOSHIBA Support if you find you need to consult others be prepared to describe the problem in as much detail as possible Preliminary checklist You 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 BR Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer this includes your printer and any other external device you are using E Before you attach an external device you should first turn the computer off then whe
18. DATE OF MANU FACTURE MANUFACTURED Hitachi LG Data Storage Inc 22 23 KAIGAN 3 CHOME MINATO KU TOKYO 108 0022 JAPAN User s Manual Xi Precautions CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN 60825 1 2911 vB CAUTION This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT To use this model properly read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future reference In case of any trouble with this model please contact your nearest AUTHORIZED service station To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure User s Manual xii Preface Congratulations on your purchase of this computer This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability includes multimedia functionality and is designed to provide years of reliable high performance computing This manual tells how to set up and begin using your computer It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer basic operations and care using optional devices and troubleshooting Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe identify and highlight terms and operating procedures Abbreviations On first appearance and whenever necessary for clarity abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition For example Read Only Memory ROM Acronyms are also de
19. HDMI cable into the HDMI out port of the HDMI device 2 Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port on your computer Figure 3 14 Connecting the HDMI out port 1 HDMI out port 2 HDMI cable User s Manual 3 40 d d Please connect or disconnect an HDMI device to or from the computer under the following conditions E The computer is turned on E The computer is completely turned off Do not do so when the computer is in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode D When you connect a television or external monitor to the HDMI port the display output device is set to HDMI D When you unplug the HDMI cable and re plug it please wait at least 5 seconds before you re plug the HDMI cable again D When you change the display output device by hot key like FNFN F5 the playback device may not switch automatically In this case in order to set the playback device to the same device as the display output device please adjust the playback device manually by the following steps a Click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Sound b In the Playback tab select the playback device which you want to switch to c 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 d Click the Set Defaultbutton e Click OK to close the Sound dialog Settings for display vide
20. Please refer to the Help files for additional TOSHIBA Disc Creator information Using Corel Digital Studio for TOSHIBA This feature is supported with some models User s Manual 3 15 How to make a Labelflash DVD Simplified steps for making a Labelflash DVD 1 Insert a Labelflash disc in optical disc drive E Set PRINTING SIDE for underside 2 Click Start gt All Programs gt Corel Digital Studio for TOSHIBA gt Corel Digital Studio for TOSHIBA gt Create 3 Click Create Disc Label How to make a DVD Video or a Blu ray Disc Movie Simplified steps for making a DVD Video or a Blu ray disc movie from adding video source 1 Click Start gt All Programs gt Corel Digital Studio for TOSHIBA gt Corel Digital Studio for TOSHIBA to launch Corel Digital Studio 2 Inserta DVD R DVD R DVD RW DVD RW BD R or BD RE disc in optical disc drive Find a source video and drag it onto Media Tray Click Burn gt Video Disc Select DVD or Blu ray in Select disc Select DVD Video or BDMV in Project format Input project name and select a style Click the Go to menu editing button Click the Burn button CO MONOAR YW How to learn more about Corel Digital Studio Please refer to the Help and Manual files for additional Corel Digital Studio information To open the Corel Digital Studio Manual press the F1 key when the Corel Digital Studio is launched Important information for use Note the following l
21. The associated hot key card appears at the top of the screen with its available options below it 3 To cycle through the displayed options hold down FN and press the hot key repeatedly Release the FN key when the desired option is selected For more information please refer to the TOSHIBA Flash Cards Help file To access this help click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Flash Cards Help Hot keys This section describes the associated functions of the hot keys User s Manual 3 4 ie Mute Pressing FN ESC turns the sound on and off Lock Pressing FN F1 enters Lock computer mode To restore your desktop you need to log on again Power Plan Pressing FN F2 changes the power settings 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 To use a simultaneous mode you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device Brightness Down Pressing FN F6 decreases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps Brightness Up Pressing FN F7 increases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps Wireless Pressing FN F8 switches the active wireless devices If no wireless communication device is installed no dialog box will appear Touch Pad Pr
22. Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum FHSS radio technology and is compliant to E Bluetooth Specification Ver 3 0 HS or Ver 3 0 depending on the model you purchased as defined and approved by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group E Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by the Bluetooth Special interest Group CAUTION about Wireless Devices f y D DER e D The wireless devices have not completed verification of connection and operation with all devices which are using the Wireless LAN or Bluetooth radio technology User s Manual D 1 Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use Bluetooth 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 vww pc support global toshiba com if you have any questions about using Wireless LAN or Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA In Europe visit http Avww toshiba euro
23. all the logs created by the application For details on how to do this see help file E TOSHIBA Face Recognition can be used only in Windows Vista and Windows 7 Disclaimer TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the face recognition utility technology will be completely secure or error free TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the face recognition utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times TOSHIBA is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of the face recognition software or utility TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS PROFITS PROGRAMS DATA NETWORK SYSTEMS OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF How to register the Face Recognition Data Take a picture for facial verification purposes and register the data needed when you log in To register the data needed when you log in follow the User s Manual 4 11 steps as described below 1 9 10 To launch this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Face Recognition The Registration screen is displayed for a logged in user whose face has not been registered The Management screen is displayed for a logged in user whose face has already been registered Click Run as administrator in lower left of the Management screen and then
24. and 8x speed media DVD R for Labelflash FUJIFILM CORPORATION for 16x speed media DVD R MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 8x and 16x speed media TAIYO YUDEN CO Ltd for 8x and 16x speed media DVD R DL MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 8x speed media User s Manual 3 12 d DVD R for Labelflash FUJIFILM CORPORATION for 16x speed media DVD RW DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for Version 1 1 or version 1 2 Victor Company of Japan Ltd JVC for 2x 4x and 6x speed media MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 2x 4x and 6x speed media DVD RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 4x and 8x speed media DVD RAM DVD Specifications for DVD RAM Disc for Version 2 0 Version 2 1 or Version 2 2 Panasonic Corporation for 3x and 5x speed media Hitachi Maxell Ltd for 3x and 5x speed media BD R Panasonic Corporation BD R DL Panasonic Corporation BD RE Panasonic Corporation BD RE DL Panasonic Corporation E Some types and formats of DVD R DL and DVD R DL discs may be unreadable E DISC created in DVD R DL format4 Layer Jump Recording cannot be read When writing or rewriting Please observe the following points while you write or rewrite data to a media E Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media do not use the cut and paste function as the original data will be lost if there is a write error E Do not perform any of the following actions
25. be used in models that are equipped with SSD When vibration is detected a message will be displayed on the screen and the icon in the Taskbar notification area will change to the protection state This message is displayed until the OK button is pressed or 30 seconds pass When vibration subsides the icon returns to the normal state Taskbar icon ES Normal TOSHIBA HDD Protection is enabled E Protection TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active The hard disk drive head is in a safe position a OFF TOSHIBA HDD Protection is disabled mg TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties You can change the TOSHIBA HDD Protection settings by using the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window To open the window click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt HDD Protection Settings The window can also be started from the icon on the Taskbar or from the Control Panel HDD Protection You can choose whether to enable or disable TOSHIBA HDD Protection User s Manual 4 21 Detection Level This function can be set to four levels The sensitivity levels in which vibrations impacts and their similar signs are detected can be set to OFF 1 2 and 3 in ascending order Level 3 is recommended for better protection of the computer However when the computer is used in a mobile environment or in other unstable conditions setting the detection level to 3 could result in frequent execution of TOSHIBA HDD Protection which will slow Har
26. computers toshiba europe com or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product Disposal of batteries and or accumulators Pb Hg Cd The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and or accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd defined in the Battery Directive 2006 66 EC then the chemical symbols for lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd will appear below the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol By participating in separate collection of batteries you will help to assure the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country please visit our website http eu computers toshiba europe com or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product User s Manual These symbols may not stick depending on the country and region where you purchased Disposing of the computer and the computer s batteries REACH BR Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and regulations For further information contact your local government BR This computer contains rechargeable batteries After repeate
27. cover 7 Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory slot and gently insert the module into the slot at about a 30 degree angle before holding it down until the latches on either side snap into place User s Manual 3 35 Figure 3 10 Seating the memory module 1 Notch 3 Slot A 2 Slot B E Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury E Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems d E The slot A is reserved for the first memory module Use the slot B for d expanded memory If only one module is installed use the slot A E Align the grooves along the edges of the memory module with the locking tabs on the connector and insert the module into the connector firmly if you find it difficult to install the memory module gently prise the locking tabs outwards using the tip of your finger E Please also ensure that you hold the memory module along its left and right hand edges the edges with the grooves in 8 Seatthe memory module coverin place and secure it with the screw s User s Manual 3 36 i Take care to en
28. digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications Note that Canadian Department of Communications DOC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by TOSHIBA Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment User s Manual viii This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causng Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du R glement sur le mat riel brouileur du Canada 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 indicates that the product was placed on the market after August 13 2005 By participating in separate collection of products and batteries you will help to assure the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country please visit our website http eu
29. equipment uses FH SS modulation 1 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10 m CTT This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems 4 About the JEITA 5GHz Wireless LAN supports W52 W53 W56 Channel IEEE802 11b g n IEEE802 11a n W56 PONS 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 User s Manual D 7 E Atheros AR9285 Wireless Network Adapter b g n b g Wireless LAN The Name of the radio equipment AR5B95 DSP Research Inc Approval Number D081038003 E Realtek RTL8188CE Wireless LAN 802 11n PCI E NIC b g n Wireless LAN The Name of the radio equipment RTL8188CE Japan Approvals Institute for Telecommunications Equipment Approval Number D100075001 BR Atheros ARQ9002WB 1NG Wireless Network Adapter b g n b g Wireless LAN and Bluetooth The Name of the radio equipment AR5B195 DSP Research Inc Approval Number D091014003 The following restrictions apply E Do not disassemble or modify the device E Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device When using the wireless device in any country or region refer to the section Approved Countries Regions for use in the o
30. first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adaptor Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode Data could be lost User s Manual 5 4 1 Never remove the battery pack while the Wake up on LAN function is enabled Data will be lost Before you remove a battery pack disable the Wake up on LAN function Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low the Battery indicator will flash amber to indicate that only a few minutes of battery power remain If you continue to use the computer while the Battery 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 while it is installed in the computer connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack and plug the other end into a working outlet the Battery indicator will glow amber while the battery is being charged Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or optional TOSHIBA Battery charger to charge the battery pack Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger Time Refer to User Information Guide about Charging time Battery charging notice The battery may not begin charging immediately under the following conditions E The battery is extremely hot or cold if the battery is extremely hot it might not charge at
31. for more information about Startup Repair The System Recovery Options can also be run manually to repair problems The procedure is as follows Follow the instructions shown on the on screen menu 1 Turn off the computer 2 While holding the F8 key turn on the computer 3 The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed Use the arrow keys to select Repair Your Computer and press ENTER 4 Follow the on screen instructions U db Check your Windows manual for more information on backing up your system including the system image backup feature Creating Recovery Media This section describes how to create Recovery Media 1 E Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you create Recovery Media E Be sure to close all other software programs except the Recovery Media Creator User s Manual 4 23 Do not run software such as screen savers which can put a heavy load on the CPU Operate the computer at full power Do not use power saving features Do not write to the media when the virus check software is running Wait for it to finish then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background 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 s
32. in Windows 2000 you will need Service Pack 2 In addition to this some DVD ROM and DVD ROM CD R RW drives cannot read this added data regardless of the operating system TOSHIBA Disc Creator does not support recording to DVD RAM discs to achieve this you should use Windows Explorer or another similar utility When you back up a DVD disc be sure that the source drive supports recording to DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW media if this is not the case then the source disc might not be backed up correctly When you back up a DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW disc be sure to use the same type of disc You cannot partially delete any data written to a CD RW DVD RW or DVD RW disc Data Verification To verify that data has been written or rewritten correctly to a data CD DVD you should follow the steps below before you begin the write rewrite process 1 2 3 4 5 Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt CD amp DVD Applications gt Disc Creator to access the TOSHIBA Disc creator utility Display the setting dialog box by one of the following two steps Click the Recording settings button 4 for writing on the main toolbar in the Data CD DVD mode Select Settings for Each Mode gt Data CD DVD in the Settings menu Mark the Verify Written Data check box Select File Open or Full Compare mode Click the OK button How to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator
33. material except for your personal enjoyment Below is a simple explanation for distinguishing SD memory cards from SDHC and SDXC memory cards E SD SDHC and SDXC memory cards appear the same externally However the logo on memory cards is different so pay careful attention to the logo when purchasing The SD memory card logo is S5 The SDHC memory card logo is aes The SDHC memory card logo is EZ 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 64GB Card Type Capacities SD 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB SDHC 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB SDXC 64GB 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 an memory media card Memory media cards are sold already formatted in conformity to specific standards If you reformat an memory card be sure to reformat it with a device such as digital camera or digital audio player that uses the memory cards not with the format command provided within Windows Q d Should you need to format all areas of the memory card including the protected area you will need to obtain an appropriate application that applies the copy protection system Media care Observe the following precautions when handling the card Card care BH D
34. memory in a computer s graphics adaptor used to store the image displayed on a bitmap display The amount of Video RAM available is dependent on the computer s system memory Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Display gt Adjust resolution The amount of Video RAM can be verified by clicking the Advanced settings button in the Screen Resolution window Legal Footnote Memory Main System For more information regarding Memory Main System please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C Display controller The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular parts on the screen on or off The display controller also controls the video mode and uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum number of colors that can be displayed at any one time Therefore software written for a given video mode will run on any computer that supports that mode L d Due to the display panel s increased resolution lines may appear broken in when displaying images in full screen text mode Graphics controller The graphics controller maximizes display performance Legal Footnote Graphics Processing Unit GPU For more information regarding Graphics Processing Unit GPU please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C Intel Display Power Saving Technology Intel GPU model may include the Display Power S
35. neutral cleaner Refer to the Media care section in Chapter 3 for details on cleaning Memory Media Card For further information please refer to Chapter 3 Operating Basics Problem Procedure Memory media card Remove the memory media card from the computer error occurs and then reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected If the problem persists then you should refer to the documentation supplied with your memory media card for further information You cannot write to a Remove the memory media card from the computer memory media card and check to ensure that it is not write protected You cannot read a file Check to ensure the required file is actually on the memory media card that is inserted into the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact TOSHIBA Support Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse you should also refer to both the USB mouse section in this chapter and the documentation supplied with your mouse User s Manual 6 9 Touch Pad Problem The Touch Pad does not work On screen pointer does not respond to pointing device operation Double tapping does not work The on screen pointer moves too fast or too slow Procedure Check the Device Select settings Click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse Pressing FN F9 or Touch Pad ON OFF button to enable In this instance the system might be busy Try moving the mou
36. on the equipment Radio Regulatory Information The Wireless device is must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product This product complies with the following radio User s Manual D 2 frequency and safety standards 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 authorization is required if WAS RLAN s are used outside own premises For public use a general authorization is required Luxembourg Implemented General authorization required for network and service supply Norway Implemented This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny Alesund Russian Federation Only for indoor applications Restrictions for Use of 5150 5350MHz Frequencies in Europe Italy For private use a general authorization is required if WAS RLAN s are used outside own premises Luxembourg Implemented General authorization required for network and service supply User s Manual D 3 Russian Limited Federatio
37. or installed a charged battery 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 ON OFF 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 power from the external power source by looking at the AC power light If the indicator is glowing the computer is connected to a live external power source Hardware and system checklist This section discusses problems caused by your computer s hardware or attached peripherals Basic problems may occur in the following areas E Power E USB device E Keyboard E Additional memory module BR Internal display panel E Sound system BR Hard disk drive E External monitor BR Optical Disc Drive E LAN BR Memory Media Card E Wireless LAN E Pointing Device BD Bluetooth Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC power outlet the battery pack is the primary power source However your computer also has a number of other power resources including an intelligent power supply and a Real Time Clock RTC battery all of which are interrelated with any one having the ability to produce apparent power problems Overheating power down If the processor s temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting the computer will automatically shuts down
38. place To open the setup files Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Applications and Drivers If you have previously chosen to remove the recovery partition and are trying to create Recovery Media you will see the following message The Recovery Media Creator can not be launched because there is no recovery partition When there is no recovery partition the Recovery Media Creator cannot make Recovery Media However if you have already created a Recovery Media you can use it to restore the recovery partition If you have not created Recovery Media please contact TOSHIBA support for assistance User s Manual 4 25 Restoring the pre installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive A portion of the total hard disk drive space is configured as a hidden recovery partition This partition stores files which can be used to restore pre installed software in the event of a problem If you subsequently set up your hard disk drive again do not change delete or add partitions in a manner other than specified in the manual otherwise you may find that space for the required software is not available In addition if you use a third party partitioning program to reconfigure the partitions on your hard disk drive you may find that it becomes impossible to setup your computer When the sound mute feature has been activated by pressing the FN ESC key be sure to disable this to allow sounds to be h
39. real time clock 2 12 5 4 save mode 4 6 types 5 3 Battery indicator 5 2 Battery pack 2 5 additional 5 1 replacing 5 7 Bluetooth 3 26 Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba 4 2 problems 6 16 Boot Priority 4 17 Cc Cleaning the computer 3 47 Cooling vents 2 4 2 7 DC IN indicator 2 2 DC IN indicator 5 3 Display automatic power off 4 6 brightness down 3 5 brightness up 3 5 hinges 2 10 opening 1 5 screen 2 9 Index Display controller 2 12 Documentation list 1 1 DVD Super Multi drive writing 3 11 Equipment checklist 1 1 External monitor 2 4 problems 6 14 F FN 1 reduce 3 5 FN 2 enlarge 3 5 FN 3 volume down 3 5 FN 4 volume up 3 5 FN Enter 3 4 FN ESC Mute 3 5 FN F1 Lock 3 5 FN F10 Arrow mode 3 4 FN F11 Numeric mode 3 4 FN F12 ScrLock 3 4 FN F2 Power Plan 3 5 FN F3 Sleep 3 5 FN F4 Hibernate 3 5 FN F5 Output 3 5 FN F6 Brightness Down 3 5 FN F7 Brightness Up 3 5 FN F8 Wireless 3 5 FN F9 Touch Pad 3 5 FN space Zoom 3 5 Function keys 3 3 G Graphics controller 2 12 Hard disk drive 2 11 automatic power off 4 6 HDD Protection 4 21 User s Manual Index 1 HDMI out port 2 4 Heat dispersal 3 48 4 7 Hibernation Mode 4 8 Hot keys 4 6 Brightness Down 3 5 Brightness Up 3 5 Hibernate 3 5 Lock 3 5 Mute 3 5 Output 3 5 Power Plan 3 5 Sleep 3 5 Touc
40. steps as detailed below 1 Turn the computer so its right side faces you 2 Align the security cable with the lock slot and secure it in place User s Manual 3 43 Figure 3 15 Security lock 1 Security lock slot 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 Memory Kit Universal AC Adaptor Battery Pack Sound System A 1 GB 2 GB or 4GB memory module DDR3 1066 1333 can easily be installed in the computer The available option memory depends on TOSHIBA authorization If you frequently use your computer at more than one site it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in order to remove the need to always carry the adaptor with you An additional battery pack can be purchased for use as either a spare or replacement Please refer to Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes for further information This section describes some of the audio control functions Volume Mixer The Volume Mixer utility lets you control the audio volume for playback of devices and applications under Windows E To launch the Volume Mixer utility right click on the speaker icon on the Taskbar and select Open Volume Mixer from the sub menu E To adjust the volume lev
41. the circuits locating close to the memory modules will become hot In this case let them cool to room temperature before you replace them Or you will get burnt if you touch any of them E Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems Figure 3 12 Removing the memory module 1 Latches 9 Seatthe memory module coverin place and secure it with the screw s Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed 10 Install the battery pack 11 Turn your computer over User s Manual 3 38 External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the External RGB monitor port on the computer To connect a monitor follow the steps as detailed below Connecting the monitor cable 1 Turn the computer s power off 2 Connect the monitor cable to the External RGB monitor port Figure 3 13 Connecting the monitor cable to the External RGB monitor port 1 External RGB monitor port 2 Monitor cable There are no fastening screws for an external monitor cable on this computer s External RGB monitor port However external monitor cables which have connectors with fastening screws can still be used 3 Turn the external monitor s power on 4 Turn the computer s power on When you turn on the power the comp
42. the TOSHIBA Media Controller Help The TOSHIBA Speech System consists of a voice composition application text to speech that analyzes documents and reads them aloud and a speech recognition application that recognizes the words you speak into a microphone This allows you to control and operate various Windows programs by voice command rather than using the keyboard or a mouse To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Speech System For more information please refer to the TOSHIBA Speech System Help The Intelligent Display Management can manage the power usage of the display s The power to a display is automatically turned off when it is not in use The plug in lets you upconverts wmv and mp4 videos on Windows Media Player For more information please refer to the TOSHIBA Resolution Plug in for Windows Media Player Help To access it click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt TOSHIBA Resolution Plug in for Windows Media Player gt TOSHIBA Resolution Plug in for Windows Media Player Help The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use User s Manual 4 5 Access each function using the following procedures 1 To access the Power Options click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options Hot keys Display automatic power off HDD autom
43. the Touch Pad ON OFF button enables or disables the Touch Pad function The two buttons below the Touch Pad are used like the buttons on a standard mouse press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer and press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using You can also tap the Touch Pad to perform functions similar to those of the left button on a standard mouse User s Manual 3 1 Click Tap once Double click Tap twice Drag and drop Tap to select the item s you want to move leave your finger on the Touch Pad after the second tap and then move the item s to their new destination Touch pad gesture Please refer to the touch pad settings in mouse properties 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 enhanced keyboard functions can be performed on the computer The number of keys available on your keyboard will depend on which country region your computer is configured for with keyboards being available for numerous languages In use there are six different types of keys specifically typewriter keys function keys soft keys Hot keys Windows special keys and the keypad overlay Never remove the key caps on your keyboard Doing so could cause damage to the parts under the key caps Key
44. the problem try to identify the source the next section provides checklists for individual components and peripherals Before using a peripheral device or application software that is not an authorized TOSHIBA part or product make sure the device or software can be used with your computer Use of incompatible devices may cause injury or may damage your computer If something goes wrong Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit the failed program without shutting down the operating system or closing other programs To close a program that has stopped responding 1 Press CTRL ALT and DEL simultaneously once then click Start Task Manager The Windows Task Manager window appears 2 Click the Applications tab If a program has stopped responding the words not responding appear beside its name in the list 3 Select the program you want to close then click End Task Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working If it does not continue with the next step 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name then End Task Closing all programs should allow you to continue working If it does not power off your computer and then restart it User s Manual 6 3 The computer will not start Make sure you attached the AC adaptor and power cord cable properly
45. the related European Directives notably 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 Directive 1999 5 EC in case of implemented telecommunication accessories and the Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC for the supplied power adapter Furthermore the product complies with the Ecodesign Directive 2009 125 EC ErP and its related implementing measures This product and the original options are designed to observe the related EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility and safety standards However TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if options or cables not produced by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented In this case the persons who have connected implemented those options cables have to provide assurance that the system PC plus options cables still fulfils the required standards To avoid general EMC problems the following guidance should be noted BR Only CE marked options should be connected implemented BR Only best shielded cables should be connected Working environment This product was designed to fulfil the EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility requirements to be observed for so called Residential commercial and User s Manual vii light industry environments TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this product in working environments other t
46. 3 30 Media CAN icinincisccnvevessivennaciuiecaeeusieenenseecdusndensiadnenaceeuccutecdstencetecervacaeveeds 3 31 Inserting a memory media 2 cceeeeceeeeeeeeee cece eeeeeeee ee nnn nn nnmnnn nnmnnn 3 32 Removing a memory media aen 3 33 Additional memory modules REENEN 3 33 External MOMItOM nusccsiccceicceiscnececsteennecedsndnesecaceusnneecaduusecsacereceaseviedenerse 3 39 HDMI oiii a ee EEN 3 40 Security LOCK anisaaiuaninasiaenninnr ranira aaa aaaeaii iana 3 43 Optional TOSHIBA Accessorles REENEN 3 44 SOUNG EU CN 3 44 Vid o ON 3 46 Computer Handling 22 c c ccceeeeeeeceeeeeeeeee REENEN 3 46 Heatdisperesal eege eege EES 3 48 Utilities amp Advanced Usage Utilities and Applications Abee NEEN NEEN 4 1 Special features isis chs ieee led aaa the eee 4 5 Using the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility cccseeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeees 4 8 Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition een 4 10 TOSHIBA Password Utility cccecceseeceeeceeeeseeeeeeeeeeeseeeesseeseeeeeeeenees 4 14 FAVS CTU seers occ cares ees een ee aaas 4 15 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor ccecccscceseeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeseeeeenenees 4 19 Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection een 4 21 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties see 4 21 Syst m RECOVEMY iosia iausi Eed decease 4 23 Power and Power Up Modes Power CONGItIONS cceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeseneeeneeesuseeeesesoneeenees 5 1 Monitoring of power condition een 5 2 Bat
47. A This feature allows you to set conditions for SATA SATA Interface setting This feature allows you to set SATA interface setting Performance Let HDD work with maximum performance Default Battery life Let HDD work with battery life mode If this setting is selected this caused performance down TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor application proactively monitors a number of system functions such as power consumption battery health and the system cooling informing you of significant system conditions This application recognizes the system and individual component serial numbers and will track specific activities related to the computer and their usage The collected information includes device operation time and number of User s Manual 4 19 actuations or status changes i e number of power button and FN key combination uses AC adaptor battery LCD fan HDD sound volume TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator and USB information date of initial system use and also computer and device usage e power settings battery temperature and recharging CPU memory backlight illumination time and temperatures for various devices The stored data uses a very small portion of the total hard disk capacity approximately 10MB or less per year This information is used to identify and provide a notification of system conditions which may effect the performance of your TOSHIBA computer It may also be us
48. BA website at www pcsupport toshiba com for details CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design configuration Under some conditions your computer product may automatically shut down This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost User s Manual C 1 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 optimum performance use your computer product only under recommended conditions Read additional restrictions in your product documentation Contact TOSHIBA technical service and support refer to Troubleshooting section in Chapter 6 Troubleshooting for more information 64 Bit Computing 64 bit processors are designed to take advantage of 32 and 64 bit computing 64 bit computing requires that the following hardware and software requirements are met E 64 bit Operating System HM 64 bit CPU Chipset and BIOS Basic Input Output System HM 64 bit Device drivers E 64 bit applications Certain device drivers and or applications may not be compatible with a 64 bit CPU and therefore may not function properly Memory Main System Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics system for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of main system memory available for other computing activities The amount of main sys
49. BR Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents RB Always provide sufficient space around the computer BR Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire possibly resulting in serious injury Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation Otherwise they may overheat To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from E Dust moisture and direct sunlight E Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field such as stereo speakers other than speakers that are connected to the computer or speakerphones E Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters E Extreme heat cold or humidity BR Liquids and corrosive chemicals User s Manual XV Stress injury Carefully read the nstruction Manual for Safety and Comfort H contains information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use It also includes information on work space design posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress Heat i
50. DEO PLAYER starts automatically When an DVD Video disc is set in the DVD drive for models with DVD Super Multi drive if the application selection screen appears select Play DVD movie using TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER to launch the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER 2 Select Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER gt TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER to start TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER Operating TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER Notes on Using TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER BR Screen display and available features may vary amongst DVD Videos and scenes E Ifthe menu is opened in the Display Area using the Control window s Top Menu or Menu buttons touch pad and mouse menu operations may not be able to be used Open TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER HELP TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER features and instructions are also explained in detail in TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER HELP Use the following procedure to open TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER HELP Click the Help button d in the Display Area Using WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Please be aware of the following limitations when you use WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Notes on use BR WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA is for Blu ray Disc playback only DVD playback is not supported Please use TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER for DVD playback BR Playback of high bit rate content may cause frame dropping audio skipping or decrease in computer performance E Close all other applications before playing back Blu ray Disc Do not open any other applications or carry out any ot
51. Data in memory will be saved to the hard disk drive E Sleep Mode Data will be maintained in the computer s memory O J Please refer to the sections Turning on the power and Turning off the power in Chapter 1 Getting Started for further information Windows utilities You can configure various settings associated with both Sleep Mode and Hibernation Mode within the Power Options to access it Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options Hot keys You can use the FN F3 hot key to enter Sleep Mode or FN F4 to enter Hibernation Mode Panel power on off You can set up your computer so that power is turned off automatically when you close the display panel and turned on again when you open it Please note that this function is only available for Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode not for Shut Down Mode o d If the panel power off function is enabled and you manually shut down Windows do not close the display panel until the shut down process has been completed System automatic Sleep Hibernation This feature automatically turns off the system in Sleep or Hibernation Mode if the computer is not used for a set duration Refer to Special features in Chapter 4 for an explanation of how to set the duration User s Manual 5 9 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability however should problems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed in this chapter
52. It has an on screen interface and functions Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER gt TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER For details on how to use TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER see the help file Bluetooth Stack for This software enables communication between the Windows by Toshiba computer and external Bluetooth devices such as printers and mobile phones Bluetooth functions cannot be used in models that do not have a Bluetooth module installed TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that provides access to specific tools utilities and applications that make the use and configuration of the computer easier To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities that improve the ease and control of communication devices and network connections help in the identification of communication problems and allow the creation of profiles if you need to switch between different locations and communication networks To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt ConfigFree User s Manual 4 2 TOSHIBA eco Utility TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA DVD RAM Utility TOSHIBA HDD SSD Alert Utility Corel Digital Studio for TOSHIBA This computer is equipped with eco mode This mode slightly lowers performance of some devices to reduce electric power consumption
53. OSHIBA Web Camera Application TOSHIBA Face Recognition TOSHIBA HDD Protection TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor TOSHIBA Sleep Utility Online Manual BR TOSHIBA Portable Personal Computer User s Manual This manual You may not have all the softwares listed above depending on the model you purchased Getting Started E All users should be sure to read the section Starting up for the first time E Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for information on the safe and proper use of this computer It is intended to help you be more comfortable and productive while using a notebook computer By following the recommendations in it you may reduce your chance of developing a painful or disabling injury to your hand arms shoulders or neck This section provides basic information to start using your computer It covers the following topics Connecting the AC adaptor Opening the display Turning on the power Starting up for the first time Turning off the power Restarting the computer User s Manual 1 2 d Use a virus check program and make sure it is updated regularly Never format storage media without checking its content formatting destroys all stored data E I tis a good idea to periodically back up the internal hard disk drive or other main storage device to external media General storage media is not durable or stable over long periods of time and under certa
54. PLAYER The TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER does not have a parental control function In order to protect copyrights the Windows Print Screen function is disabled when TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER is running Print Screen functions are disabled even when running other applications besides TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER and when TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER is minimized Please close the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER to use the Print Screen function Carry out the installation uninstallation of the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER under a user account with administrator rights User s Manual 3 18 E Do not change Windows Users while TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER is running E Forsome DVD Video discs using the control window to change the audio track will also change the subtitle track BR If you see the screen blinking while playing DVD with subtitle on at Media Player please use TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER or Media Center to play DVD Display Devices amp Audio E TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER will only run when Colors is set to True Color 32 bit Click Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Display gt Adjust resolution click Advanced settings select Monitor tab set colors to True color 32 bit E If the DVD Video image is not displayed on an external display or television stop the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER and change the screen resolution To change the screen resolution click Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Display gt
55. Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Republic of Chad Republic of Djibouti Republic of The Reunion Romania Gambia Rwanda Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia Sierra Leone Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka User s Manual D 11 Swaziland Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Tajikistan Thailand Togo Tunisia Turkey Turkmenista UAE UK Ukraine Uruguay USA Venezuela Vietnam Yemen Zambia Zimbabwe User s Manual Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual Alternate naming is included for reference Abbreviations AC Alternating current ANSI American National Standards Institute AMT Intel Active Management Technology ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS basic input output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD ROM Compact Disc Read Only Memory CD RW Compact Disc ReWritable CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor CPU central processing unit CRT cathode ray tube DC direct current DDR double data rate DIMM dual inline memory module DVD digital versatile disc DVD R Digital Versatile Disc Recordable DVD RAM Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory DVD R DL Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Dual Layer DVD ROM Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory DVD RW Digital Versatile Disc ReWritable DVD R DL Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Double Layer eSATA external Se
56. TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt User s Manual Satellite L730 L735 Satellite Pro L730 Series Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Table of Contents COPY Ni LEE v Disclaimer ee v Trademarks cccceceeeesceeeeeeseneeeeeeseeeeseeeeseaseeseseneeseeeesnseeaeseseneneseanensonanenes v FCC information ccccececessceeseeeseseeeeesseneeseeeesnseeeesseeneseeeeeenseeeeeseeaensenaes vi EU Declaration of Conformity s ss ssssssssunnnsnnunuennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnmnnn vii VCCI Class B Information ssssssessseenurennsennrnnnnnrennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnrnnnnnnnnnnnnnee viii Canadian regulatory information Canada only 2 c1eseeeee viii Following information is only valid for EU member States ix Disposing of the computer and the computer s batteries x REACH Compliance Statement 2 ccccceeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeseeeneeeeeeeees x Following information is only for Turkey een x Optical disc drive safety Instructions REENEN xi Precautions ccccceceeneceeeeeeseeeeeeseeeeseeeesaseeeesneeesuseeeesseoneeeseeneeseeeseseneeeneees xii Preface CONVENTIONS eoesgegeeNgeEER ENNEN anaintea aiaa aaaea daia adada xiii General Precautions Provide adequate ventilation 2 cccsssececeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeesenseeneeeees XV Creating a computer friendly environment sse eeeeeeeeeeeees XV SESS MMU Yas sa cious secs ade sh act ee xvi Heat
57. Uruguay Venezuela Vietnam Approved Countries Regions for the Atheros AR9002WB 1NG Wireless Network Adapter b g n b g Wireless LAN and Bluetooth This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table O 1 Do not use this equipment in the countries regions which are not listed in the table below E Available channel of Peer to peer connection by ad hoc mode is Ch1 Ch11 User s Manual BR Connection with an access point by the Infrastructure mode is Ch1 Ch13 As of Jan 2011 Albania Algeria Angola Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Bangladesh Belarus Belgium Bolivia Bosnia and Botswana Brazil Bulgaria Herzegovina Burkina Faso Burundi Cambodia Cameroon Canada Central African Chile China Republic Colombia Comoros Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Democratic Republic Denmark of the Congo Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt EI Salvador Estonia Finland France Georgia Germany Ghana Greece Guatemala Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Israel Italy Ivory Coast Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liberia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Libia Madagascar Malawi Malaysia Malta Mauritius Mexico Monaco Montenegro Morocco Mozambique Namibia Netherlands New Zealand Nicaragua Niger Nigeria Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Paraguay
58. You can realize measurable power savings by using it continuously TOSHIBA eco Utility helps you monitor your power savings by showing approximate real time power consumption Furthermore it shows approximate accumulated power consumption and approximate accumulated power savings when using eco mode daily weekly and monthly You can track power savings by using eco mode continuously To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt eco Utilities You can create CDs and DVDs in a number of formats including audio CDs that can be played on a standard CD player and data CD DVDs which can store copies of the files and folders on your computer s hard disk drive To start this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt CD amp DVD Applications gt Disc Creator This utility has the function of Physical Format and Write Protect to DVD RAM This utility is contained the setup module of TOSHIBA Disc Creator To start this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt CD amp DVD Applications gt DVD RAM Utility This utility includes wizard functions to monitor the Disk Drive operating status and execute the system backup To access the utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt HDD SSD Alert Corel Digital Studio for TOSHIBA allows users to instantly create Blu ray disc movie DVD video or slideshow discs via a user friendly
59. ack until the Battery indicator glows white If you have extra battery packs rotate their use If you will not be using the system for an extended period for example for more than one month remove the battery pack from the computer Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Replacing the battery pack Please be aware that the battery pack is classified as a consumable item The operating life of the battery pack will gradually reduce through repeated charging and discharging and will need to be replaced when it reaches the end of its operating life In addition to this you might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source for an extended User s Manual 5 7 period of time This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack and begins with the removal process which is detailed through the following steps E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode Data is stored in RAM so if the computer loses power it could be lost E n Hibernation Mode data will be lost if you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Hard Disk Drive Optical Disc Drive indicator to go out D Do not touch the battery release latch while holding the computer or the battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the batter
60. ailure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment T Please read A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of your equipment Terminology This term is defined in this document as follows Start The word Start refers to the San button in Windows 7 HDD or Hard disk drive Some models are equipped with a Solid State Drive SSD instead of a hard disk drive In this manual the word HDD or Hard disk drive also refers to the SSD unless otherwise stated User s Manual xiv General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability However certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual 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 BR Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object BR Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source such as an electric blanket or heater D Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer
61. all To ensure the battery charges to its full capacity you should charge it at room temperature of between 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F BR The battery is nearly completely discharged In this instance you should leave the AC adaptor connected for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging The Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease in battery operating time when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions E The battery has not been used for a long time E The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time E Acool battery is installed in a warm computer User s Manual 5 5 In such cases you should follow the steps as detailed below 1 Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power on until the system automatically turns itself off 2 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer and to a wall outlet that is supplying power 3 Charge the battery until the Battery indicator glows green Repeat these steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity Monitoring battery capacity d Remaining battery power can be monitored using the following methods BR Clicking the battery icon on the Taskbar E Via the Battery Status in the Windows Mobility Center window E You should wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time This is becau
62. all USB devices that are available In view of this it may be noted that 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 Memory media slot and USB port Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury The following figure shows the computer s back Figure 2 4 The back of the computer 1 Battery pack Battery pack The rechargeable lithium ion battery pack provides power to the computer when the AC adaptor is not connected For more detailed information on the use and operation of the battery pack please refer to Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes Legal Footnote Battery Life User s Manual 2 5 For more information regarding Battery Life please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C Underside The following figure shows 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 2 5 The underside of the computer 1 Battery lock 3 Cooling vents 2 Battery release latch 4 Memory module slot User s Manual 2 6 Product appearance depends on the model you purchased D Battery lock Slide the battery lock to release the battery pack ready for
63. all disk disc activity has stopped before removing the CD DVD BD BR Make sure the Hard Disk Drive Optical Disc Drive indicator is off If you turn off the power while a disk disc is being accessed you may lose data or damage the disk E Never turn off the power while an application is running Doing so could cause loss of data E Never turn off the power disconnect an external storage device or remove storage media during data read write Doing so can cause data loss 3 Click Start 4 Click the Shut down button EZEAN 5 Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer Do not turn the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately wait a short period to avoid any potential damage Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work you are able to turn off the power without exiting from your software by placing the computer into Sleep Mode In this mode data is maintained in the computer s main memory so that when you turn on the power again you can continue working right where you left off User s Manual 1 7 d i When you have to turn off your computer aboard an aircraft or in places where electronic devices are regulated or controlled always completely shut down the computer This includes turning off any wireless communication functionalities and cancelling settings that reactivate the computer automatically such as a timer recording function Failure to completely shut down the
64. annot use TOSHIBA Disc Creator s Audio CD function to record music to DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW media E Do not use the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator in order to copy DVD Video or DVD ROM material that has copyright protection E DVD RAM discs cannot be backed up using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot back up CD ROM CD R or CD RW media to DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot back up CD ROM CD R or CD RW media to DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot back up DVD ROM DVD Video DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW to CD R or CD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator BR TOSHIBA Disc Creator cannot record in packet format E You might not be able to use the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator to back up a DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW disc that was made with other software on a different optical media recorder User s Manual 3 14 If you add data to a DVD R DVD R DL DVD R or DVD R DL disc that you have already recorded to you might not be able to read the added data under some circumstances For example it cannot be read under 16 bit operating systems such as Windows 98SE and Windows Me while in Windows NT4 you will need Service Pack 6 or later and
65. aper clips or hair pins clips will generate heat if they come into contact with USB ports Do not allow USB ports to come into contact with metal products for example when carrying the computer in your bag Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility To start the utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Sleep Utility User s Manual 4 9 Enabling Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable and disable the Sleep and Charge function Select the Enable Sleep and Charge check box to enable this function for the compatible USB ports The default state is disabled Power supply mode settings Your PC has multiple charging modes so that many different USB devices can be supported for Sleep and Charge function Auto Mode Default is suitable for a wide range of digital audio players However determining which mode is suitable for your USB device is unknown without trying Try each mode using the following procedure from Auto Mode to Alternate Mode 1 to find the suitable mode for your USB device to charge This function may not be able to be used with some connected external devices even if the appropriate mode is selected In this situation clear the Enable Sleep and Charge check box and stop using this function 1 Some computers may not support all modes Battery Settings This utility can be used to specify the lower limit of remaining battery life for Sleep and Charge Move the sli
66. ard 6 9 Optical Disk Drive 6 8 Overheating power down 6 4 Power 6 4 Real Time Clock 6 7 Sound system 6 13 TOSHIBA support 6 16 Touch Pad 6 10 USB device 6 11 USB mouse 6 10 Wireless LAN 6 15 Recovery hard disk drive 4 26 Recovery Media 4 24 Restarting the computer 1 10 S SD SDHC SDXC Card formatting 3 31 note 3 30 Security lock 3 43 Sleep Mode setting 1 7 System automatic 4 6 Soft keys ENTER 3 4 ScrLock 3 4 Sound system headphone jack 2 3 microphone jack 2 3 problems 6 13 T TOSHIBA Assist 4 2 TOSHIBA ConfigFree 4 2 TOSHIBA Disc Creator 3 14 4 3 TOSHIBA DVD RAM Utility 4 3 TOSHIBA HDD SSD Alert Utility 4 3 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool 4 1 Touch Pad 3 1 Touch Pad control buttons 3 1 U USB device problems 6 11 using 3 1 V Video mode 3 46 Video RAM 2 12 W Web Camera 2 9 Wireless communication 3 24 indicator 2 2 Wireless LAN 3 25 problems 6 15 User s Manual Index 3
67. ard disk ROM BD ROM in the optical disc drive if so drive remove it and try to start the computer again If this has no effect check the Boot Priority setting within the TOSHIBA HW Setup utility please refer to the Boot Setting section in Chapter 4 Utilities amp Advanced Usage for further information Slow performance The files on the hard disk drive may be fragmented in this instance you should run the disk Defragmentation utility to check the condition of your files and the hard disk drive Please refer to the operating system s documentation or online Help File for further information on operating and using the Defragmentation utility As a last resort you should reformat the hard disk drive and then reload the operating system and all other files and data If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact TOSHIBA Support Optical Disc Drive For more information refer to Chapter 3 Operating Basics Problem Procedure User s Manual 6 8 You cannot access a Make sure the drive s disc tray is securely closed CD DVD BD inthe Press gently until it clicks into place ER Open the disc tray and make sure the disc is properly seated It should lie flat with the label facing up A foreign object in the disc tray could block laser light from reading the disc Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the disc is dirty If itis wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a
68. arge function HDMI out port can connect with Type A connector HDMI cable Some models are equipped with an HDMI out port 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 chapter 3 Operating Basics for details E Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN jack It could cause damage or malfunction E Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply It could cause damage or malfunction External RGB monitor port Cooling vents This port provides 15 pin analog VGA port Please refer to Appendix A for information on external RGB monitor port pin assignment This port allows you to connect an external RGB monitor to the computer The cooling vents help keep the processor from overheating User s Manual 2 4 Back Do not block the cooling vents Keep foreign metal objects such as screws Staples and paper clips out of the cooling vents Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Security lock slot A security 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 Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of
69. as not shown 2 Microphone 9 Keyboard 3 Web Camera LED 10 Touch Pad ON OFF button 4 Web Camera 11 Touch Pad control buttons 5 Display screen 12 Touch Pad 6 Power button 13 LCD Sensor switch not shown 7 Display hinges Provided with some models Product appearance depends on the model you purchased Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with antennas the Wireless LAN antennas Legal Footnote Wireless LAN For more information regarding Wireless LAN please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C User s Manual 2 8 Wireless WAN WiMAX antennas Microphone Web Camera LED Web Camera Some computers in this series are equipped with the Wireless WAN WiMAX antennas A built in microphone allows you to import and record sounds for your application please refer to the Sound System section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for more information The Web Camera LED glows when the Web Camera is operating 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 such as Windows Live Messenger TOSHIBA Web Camera Application will help you to add various video effects to your video or photograph Enables the transmission of video and use of video chat via the internet using specialized applications Please refer to the Web Camera Application Onlin
70. atic power off System automatic Sleep Hibernation Mode Keypad overlay Power on password Instant security Intelligent power supply Battery save mode Panel power on off Hot keys are specific key combinations that let you quickly change the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system program This feature automatically cuts off power to the computer s display panel when there is no keyboard input for a specified time with power being restored the next time a key is pressed This can be specified in the Power Options 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 This feature automatically shuts down the system into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time This can be specified in the Power Options A ten key numeric keypad is integrated into the keyboard Please refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for information on using this feature Two levels of password security supervisor and user are available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer A specific hot key function automatically locks the system providing data security A microprocessor in the computer s intelligent power supply detects the bat
71. attery 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 to their usage Using the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility This utility displays whether the Sleep and Charge function is enabled or disabled and shows the positions of USB ports that support the Sleep and Charge function It also displays the remaining battery capacity Sleep and Charge Your computer can supply USB bus power DC5V to the USB port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF Power OFF includes Sleep Mode Hibernation Mode or shutdown state This function can be used for ports that support the Sleep and Charge User s Manual 4 8 function hereinafter called compatible ports Compatible ports are USB ports that have the 4 symbol icon You can use the Sleep and Charge function to charge certain USB compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players However the Sleep and Charge function may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification In those cases turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device F E When Sleep and Charge function is enabled USB bus power DC5V will be supplied to compatible ports even when the power of the computer is turned OFF USB bus power DC5V is similarly supplied to the external dev
72. aving Technology feature that can save the computer s power consumption by optimizing picture contrast on the internal LCD This feature can be used if the computer is User s Manual 2 12 E running under battery mode E using the internal LCD display only The Display Power Saving Technology feature can be enabled in the Intel Graphics and Media Control Panel You can access this control panel in one of the following ways BR Click Start gt Control Panel Select Large icons or Small icons in View by and then click Intel R Graphics and Media BR Right click on the desktop and click Graphics Properties In this control panel 1 Select Basic Mode and click OK 2 Click Power 3 Select On battery from the drop down menu in Power Source and then select the Display Power Saving Technology check box If you want to improve the picture quality under the conditions mentioned above adjust the settings towards Maximum Quality or disable this feature User s Manual 2 13 Chapter 3 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it Using the Touch Pad i To use the Touch Pad simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you want the on screen pointer to go Figure 3 1 Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons 1 Touch Pad ON OFF button 3 Touch Pad 2 Touch Pad control buttons Pressing
73. ble for the loss of data due to eavesdropping or illegal access through the wireless LAN and the damage thereof Card Specifications User s Manual 3 25 Form Factor PCI Express Mini Card Compatibility E IEEE 802 11 Standard for Wireless LANs E Wi Fi Wireless Fidelity certified by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance Network Operating BW Microsoft Windows Networking System Media Access HM CSMA CA Collision Avoidance with Protocol Acknowledgment ACK Radio Characteristics Radio Characteristics of Wireless LAN module may vary according to BW Country region where the product was purchased E Type of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been designed for operation in the license free 2 4GHz and 5GHz band local radio regulations may impose a number of limitations to the use of wireless communication equipment Radio Frequency E Band 5GHz 5150 5850 MHz Revision a and n E 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 E The range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high density materials E Range is also impacted due to obstacles
74. board indicators The following figure shows the position of the CAPS LOCK indicator which shows the following conditions E When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows the keyboard will produce capitals when any letter is typed User s Manual 3 2 Figure 3 2 CAPS LOCK indicator 1 CAPS LOCK indicator CAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when letter keys are locked into their uppercase format Function keys F1 F12 The function keys not to be confused with the special FN key are the twelve keys at the top of your keyboard these keys function differently from other keys Ea EI E E Ed Ed E E Ead EA E E a e x gt 8 0 v A oe E E F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed and when used in combination with the FN key those keys marked with icons also execute specific functions on the computer Soft keys FN key combinations i The FN function is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys Soft keys are key combinations that enable disable or configure specific features Please note that some software may disable or interfere with soft key operations and that the soft key settings are not restored when the computer returns from Sleep Mode This computer s keyboard is designed to provide all the features of the 104 key enhanced keyboard Since the keyboard is smaller and has fewer keys some of the enhanced keyboard functions must b
75. ccount to be authenticated in order to start the authentication process 1 N Mode Login screen D Fo bz Turn on the computer The Select Tiles screen will be displayed Select Start face recognition E3 Please face the camera will be displayed Verification will be performed If the authentication is successful the image data taken in step 4 will be faded in and placed over one another If an error occurs during authentication you will be returned to the Select Tiles screen The Windows Welcome screen will be displayed and will be logged in automatically to Windows 1 1 Mode Login screen 1 2 3 4 Turn on the computer The Select Tiles screen will be displayed Select Start face recognition E3 The Select Account screen will be displayed User s Manual 4 13 5 Select the account and click the arrow button Please face the camera will be displayed 7 Verification will be performed If the authentication is successful the image data taken in step 6 will be faded in and placed over one another If an error occurs during authentication you will be returned to the Select Tiles screen 8 The Windows Welcome screen will be displayed and will be logged in automatically to Windows If authentication was successful but an authentication error subsequently occurred during the login to Windows you will be asked to provide your account information D TOSHIBA Password Utility 1 Th
76. charge e LED Battery off DC IN white Power off no operation e No charge e LED Battery white DC IN white Quick charge e LED Battery amber DC IN white e No charge e LED Battery off DC IN white User s Manual 5 1 AC adaptor Battery charge is not above low battery connected trigger point Battery charge is below low battery trigger point Battery charge is exhausted No battery installed Monitoring of power condition Power off no operation Power on e Operates e LED Battery off DC IN off e Operates e LED Battery flashes amber DC IN off Computer shuts down e No operation e LED Battery off DC IN off As shown in the below table the Battery DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator panel 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 The following indicator lights indicate the battery status Flashing amber The battery charge is low the AC adaptor must be connected in order to recharge the battery Amber Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is charging White Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is fully charged No light light Under any other conditions the indicator does not If the battery pack becomes too hot while it is being charged the charge will stop and t
77. click the Register button The Registration screen is displayed If you wish to practice click on the Next button in the Registration screen If you do not wish to practice click on the Skip button in the Registration screen Click the Next button to start the guide Please follow the guide to practice Click the Back button to practice the guide once more Click the Next button to start image capturing process Adjust the position of your face so that it fits within the face shaped frame Once your face has been positioned properly the recording will commence Start moving your neck very slightly to the left and right and then move your neck up and down Registration will end after you have repeatedly moved your neck left right up and down When the register succeeds below message will be displayed on the screen Registration successful Now well do the verification test Click the Next button Click the Next button to perform the verification test Perform the verification test Face the screen as you do when you register If verification fails click the Back button and re register Please refer to step 6 from step 4 If verification is successful click the Next button and register an account Register the account Fill in all the fields The Management screen is displayed The registered account name will be displayed Clicking on it will cause the captured image of your face to be displayed on the left
78. 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 E Before entering Sleep Mode be sure to save your data E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep Mode The computer or the memory module could be damaged E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode unless the computer is connected to an AC power source Data in memory could be lost E When the AC adaptor is connected the computer will go into Sleep Mode according to the settings in the Power Options to access it Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options E Torestore the operation of the computer from Sleep Mode press and hold the power button or any key on the keyboard for a short amount of time Please note that keyboard keys can only be used if the Wake up on Keyboard option is enabled within the HW Setup utility E fthe computer enters Sleep Mode while a network application is active the application might not be restored when the computer is next turned on and the system returns from Sleep Mode E To prevent the computer from automatically entering Sleep Mode disable Sleep Mode within the Power Options to access it Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options E 7o use the Hybrid Sleep function configure i
79. creenshot of the current display and if possible look up the messages in the documentation included with the computer software or operating system Check that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached as loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent signals Do any indicators light if so which ones what color are they and do they stay on or blink Write down what you see 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 noises Write down what you hear Record your observations so you can describe them in detail to TOSHIBA Support User s Manual 6 2 Software The problems may be caused by your software or disk If you cannot load a software package the media may be damaged or the program might be corrupted in these instances try loading another copy of the software if possible If an error message appears while you are using a software package you should refer to the documentation supplied with it as this will usually include a problem solving section or a summary of error messages Next you should check any error messages against the operating system documentation 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
80. cy specifications and requirements in the country of use Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region the product is bought and should not be used outside this region For use in other regions please buy power cords that conform to safety rules and regulations in the particular region E Do not use a 3 pin to 2 pin conversion plug D When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the 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 general safety precaution avoid touching any metal parts User s Manual 1 3 E Never place your computer or AC adaptor on a wooden surface furniture or any other surface that could be marred by exposure to heat since the computer base and AC adaptor s surface increase in temperature during normal use E Always place your computer or AC adaptor on a flat and hard surface that is resistant to heat damage Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor Figure 1 1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor 2 pin plu
81. d Disk Drive reading and writing Set a lower detection level when the speed of Hard Disk Drive reading and writing is a priority Different detection levels can be set depending on whether the computer is used as handheld or mobile usages or whether it is used in a stable environment such as on a table in the workplace or at home By setting different detection levels for the computer depending on whether it runs with the AC power desktop or with batteries handheld or mobile usage the detection level automatically switches according to the power connection mode 3D Viewer J 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 started from the icon in the task tray E This 3D object virtually represents the Computer s internal Hard Disk Drive This representation may vary from the actual number of disks disk rotation head movement part size shape and direction E This feature may use a large amount of CPU and memory on some models The computer may become slow or sluggish when attempting to run other applications while the 3D Viewer is displayed E ntensely shaking the computer or other subjecting it to strong impacts may cause damage to the compu
82. d use the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them Under certain applicable laws and regulation it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash E Please be kind to our shared environment Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly 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 customers with information about the chemical substances in our products according to REACH regulation Please consult the following website www toshiba europe com computers info reach for information about the presence in our articles of substances included on the candidate list according to article 59 1 of Regulation EC No 1907 2006 REACH in a concentration above 0 1 weight by weight Following information is only for Turkey E Compliant with EEE Regulations TOSHIBA meets all requirements of Turkish regulation 26891 Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment E The number of possible pixel failures of your display is defined according to ISO 13406 2 standards If the number of pixel failures is less than this standard
83. de will consume more power while the computer is off Sleep Mode limitations Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions BR Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down BR Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise Hibernation Mode The Hibernation Mode feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive when the computer is turned off so that the next time it is turned on the previous state is restored Please note that the Hibernation Mode feature does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to the computer E Save your data While entering Hibernation Mode the computer saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive However for safety sake it is best to save your data manually E Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Hard Disk Drive Optical Disc Drive indicator to go out E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Hibernation Mode Data will be lost Benefits of Hibernation Mode The Hibernation Mode feature provides the following benefits E Saves data to the hard disk drive when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery condition E You can return to your previous working environment immediately when you turn on the computer User s Manual 1 9 J E Saves power by shutting down the system when the comp
84. der bar to specify the lower limit If the remaining battery life falls below the setting the Sleep and Charge function will be stopped Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition d TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verification library to verify the face data of users when they log in to Windows The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like which makes the login process easier E TOSHIBA Face Recognition does not guarantee the correct identification of a user Changes to the likeness of a registrant such as hair style changes wearing a cap or wearing glasses may effect the recognition rates when such changes occur after the registrant had registered E TOSHIBA Face Recognition may incorrectly recognize faces that are similar to a registrant E For high security purposes TOSHIBA Face Recognition is not a suitable substitute for Windows passwords When security is a high priority use your established Windows passwords to log in E Bright background light and or shadows may prevent a registrant from being recognized correctly In that case log in using your Windows password If recognition of a registrant fails repeatedly refer to your computer documentation to learn ways to improve recognition performance User s Manual 4 10 E TOSHIBA Face Recognition records face data in a log when face recognition fails When transferring ownership or disposing of your computer please uninstall the application or delete
85. ding prescheduled While playing a BD J title keyboard shortcut is ineffective Resume play function cannot be used with some discs on WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA The interactive function on Blu ray Discs may not work depending on the contents or network situation BD drives and their associated media are manufactured according to the specifications of three marketing regions Region codes can be set from WinDVD BD Region tab in Setup dialogue When you purchase BD Video make sure it matches your drive otherwise it will not play properly To playback video on an external display or TV using WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA use output devices like external displays or TV that have RGB or HDCP supported HDMI port The Blu ray disc movie can be played only on internal LCD displays or external devices connected via an RGB and HDMI output In Clone mode Dual View WinDVD plays on a display which set to as the Primary display and shows black screen on the other displays This product does not play HD DVD discs Blu ray discs with highdefinition content are required for HD viewing 3D playback feature Only some models WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA supports the playback of Blu ray 3D discs on external 3D display TV using HDMI 1 4 User s Manual 3 22 Before playback Blu ray 3D discs configure the 3D Playback 1 2 3 4 Click Tools Select 3D Playback Check Prefer to play in 3D mode to enable 3D playback
86. display settings If you are running some applications for example a 3D application or video playback and so on you may see some disturbance flickering or frame dropping on your screen If that occurs adjust the resolution of display lowering it until the screen is displayed properly Disabling Windows Aero may also help correct this issue Computer Handling This section explains computer handling and maintenance User s Manual 3 46 Cleaning the computer To help ensure long trouble free operation keep the computer free of dust and dirt and use care with all liquids around it E Becareful not to spill liquids into the computer If the computer does get wet turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry completely in these circumstance you should get the computer inspected by an authorized service provider in order to assess the scope of any damage RB Clean the plastics of the computer using a slightly water dampened cloth E You can clean the display screen by spraying a small amount of glass cleaner onto a soft clean cloth and then wiping the screen gently with the cloth Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any part of it Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer Moving the computer While the computer is designed for flexible day to day usage you should exercise a few simple precautions when moving it in order to help ensu
87. e Help for details b l E Do not point the web camera directly at the sun I 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 D When recording in dimly lit environments select Night Mode which allows for brighter images with less noise Display screen 33 8cm 13 3 LCD screen 16 million colors configured with the following resolution B HD 1366 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels Please be aware that when the computer is operating on the AC adaptor the image displayed on the internal screen will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power This difference in brightness levels is intended to save power when operating on batteries Legal Footnote LCD For more information regarding LCD please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C User s Manual 2 9 ly Power button Display hinges Stereo speakers Keyboard Touch Pad ON OFF 0 9 button Touch Pad control buttons Touch Pad LCD Sensor switch Press this button to turn the computer s power on and off The display hinges allow the display panel to be positioned at a variety of easy to view angles The speakers emit sound generated by your software as well as audio alarms such as low battery condition generated by the system The internal keyboard provides the embedded
88. e PC Health Monitor Software Notice amp Acceptance screen Please carefully read the information displayed Selecting ACCEPT and clicking OK will enable the program By enabling the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software you agree with these terms and conditions and to the use and sharing of the collected information Once the program is enabled the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor screen is displayed and the program will begin monitoring system functions and collecting information User s Manual 4 20 If a TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor message is displayed A message will be displayed if any changes which may interfere with the operation of the program are detected Follow the instructions displayed on screen in the message Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection This computer has a function for reducing the risk of damage on the hard disk drive Using an acceleration sensor built into the computer TOSHIBA HDD Protection detects vibration shocks and similar signs of movement of the computer and automatically moves the Hard Disk Drive head to a safe position to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head to disk contact T E The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the I hard disk drive will not be damaged E During audio video playback when the computer detects a shock or vibration and the hard disk drive s head is parked the playback might be temporarily interrupted E TOSHIBA HDD Protection cannot
89. e 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 following items Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt TOSHIBA Assist gt SECURE gt User password E Registered text box Click to register a password of up to 10 characters After a password is set you will be prompted to enter it when you start the computer E Not Registered text box Click to delete a registered password Before you can delete a password you must first enter the current password correctly E Owner String text box You can use this box to associate text with the password After you enter text click Apply or OK then each time the computer is switched on this text will be displayed along with the prompt for the password Supervisor Password If you set a Supervisor Password some functions will be restricted when a user logs on with the User Password To set a Supervisor Password ClickStart gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt TOSHIBA Assist gt SECURE gt Supervisor password This utility lets you do the following BR Register or delete the Supervisor Password E Specify restrictions for general users User s Manual 4 14 Starting the computer by password To start up the computer with the user passw
90. e computer ETT BR SEET o o 1 Headphone jack 5 LAN jack 2 Microphone jack 6 External RGB monitor port 3 Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 or USB 7 Cooling vents 3 0 port 4 HDMI out port 8 Security lock slot Provided with some models Product appearance depends on the model you purchased CH Headphone jack A standard 3 5 mm mini headphone jack enables VK connection of stereo headphones or other device for audio output When you connect headphones the internal speaker is automatically disabled Microphone jack A standard 3 5 mm mini microphone jack enables Q connection of a microphone or other device for audio input User s Manual 2 3 KL Homi The integrated sound system provides support for the computer s internal speakers and microphone as well as allowing an external microphone and headphones to be connected via the appropriate jacks Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 or 3 0 port HDMI out port LAN jack One Universal Serial Bus port which complies to the USB 2 0 or 3 0 standard is provided on the right side of the computer The USB port type may vary depending on the model you purchased The Port with blue color is USB 3 0 port The USB 2 0 port is compliant with USB 2 0 standard and not compatible with USB 3 0 devices The USB 3 0 port is compliant with USB 3 0 standard and backward compatible with USB 2 0 devices The port with the icon 4 has Sleep and Ch
91. e simulated using two keys instead of one on the larger keyboard The FN key can be combined with the following keys to simulate functions similar to those of keys on the 104 105 key enhanced keyboard which are not on this computer s keyboard User s Manual 3 3 BR Press FN F10 or FN F11 to access the computer s integrated keypad When activated the keys with grey markings on their bottom edge become either numeric keypad keys FN F11 or cursor control keys FN F10 BR Press FN F12 ScrLock to lock the cursor on a specific line The power on default is off E Press FN ENTER to simulate ENTER on the enhanced keyboard s numeric keypad Hot key functions Hot key functions let you enable or disable certain features of the computer The Hot key functions can be performed using either the Hot Key Cards or by pressing the associated Hot keys pressing FN a function or ESC key Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are normally hidden from view The Cards appear when you press the FN key To use the Hot Key Cards 1 Press and hold the FN key The TOSHIBA Flash Cards appear along the top of the screen 2 Select the desired option The selected Card is displayed full size with its available options below it All other Cards are again hidden from view 3 Click the desired option To use a Hot Key Card using a hot key 1 Press and hold the FN key 2 Press the hot key associated with the desired function
92. eard before starting the restore process Please refer to The Keyboard in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for further details You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre installed software without System Recovery Options When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost 1 Turn off your computer 2 While holding down 0 zero key on the keyboard turn on your computer 3 A menu will be displayed from which you should follow the on screen instructions User s Manual 4 26 Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes The computer s power 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 information on charging and changing batteries tips for saving battery power and information on the different power up modes Power conditions The computer s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by different power conditions including whether an AC adaptor is connected whether a battery pack is installed and what the charge level is for that battery AC adaptor connected Battery fully charged Battery partially charged or no charge No battery installed Power on Operates e No charge e LED Battery white DC IN white e Operates e Charge e LED Battery amber DC IN white e Operates e No
93. ed files are damaged you are able to either use the Recovery Media you have created or the hard disk drive recovery process to restore the computer to the state it was in when you originally received it To perform this restoration follow the steps below User s Manual 4 24 d d When the sound mute feature has been activated by pressing the FN ESC key be sure to disable this to allow sounds to be heard before starting the restore process Please refer to The Keyboard in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for further details You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre installed software without System Recovery Options When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost 1 Load the Recovery Media into the external ODD or insert the recovery USB Flash Memory into one available USB port 2 Turn off the computer s power 3 While holding down F12 key on the keyboard turn on your computer when the TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt 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 Please refer to the Boot Setting section for further information 5 Amenu will be displayed from which you should follow the on screen instructions When drivers utilities are installed you can setup the respective drivers utilities from the following
94. ed to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA s authorized service providers Additionally TOSHIBA may also use this information for quality assurance analysis Subject to the use restrictions above the HDD data logged may be transferred to entities located outside of your country or region of residence e g European Union Those countries may or may not have the same data protection laws or data protection levels as required by your home country or region Once enabled you may disable the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor at any time by uninstalling the software via Uninstall a program in the Control Panel Doing so will automatically delete all collected information from the HDD The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify TOSHIBA s obligations under its standard limited warranty in any way TOSHIBA s standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be started using the following methods E Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt PC Health Monitor E Click the icon in the notification area then click the Enable PC Health Monitor message the first time you run the application and Run PC Health Monitor every time thereafter No matter which method is used the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor explanation screen will be displayed Clicking Next will display th
95. el of speakers or headphones move the Speakers slider User s Manual 3 44 E To adjust the volume level of an application that you are using move the slider for the corresponding application Microphone Level Follow the steps below to change the microphone recording level 1 Right click on the speaker icon on the Taskbar and select Recording devices from the sub menu 2 Select Microphone and click Properties 3 On the Levels tab move the Microphone slider to increase or decrease the microphone volume level If you feel the microphone volume level is inadequate move the Microphone Boost slider to a higher level Audio Enhancements In order to apply the sound effects for your current speaker follow the steps below 1 Right click on the speaker icon on the Taskbar and select Playback Devices from the sub menu 2 Select Speakers and click Properties 3 Onthe Enhancements tab select the sound effects you would like and click Apply SmartAudio Your computer contains SmartAudio a powerful program that allows you to configure your audio software to enhance and personalize your listening experience The SmartAudio application has the following features BR Volume Mixer E Voice Effects BR Audio Director E Smart EQ 3D Settings Please refer to the SmartAudio Help file for details Starting SmartAudio Application To launch the SmartAudio click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and So
96. en configured in HW Setup In addition if you press a key other than one of those listed or if the selected device is not installed the system will continue to boot according to the current and available settings in HW Setup Boot Speed This feature allows you to select system boot up speed User s Manual 4 17 Fast Reduces system boot up time System can boot only from the built in HDD and only internal LCD and keyboard are supported during the boot process Normal System boots up at normal speed Default Panel Open Power On This feature allows you to change the Panel Open Power On setting Enabled Enables the Panel Open Power On function When you open the display panel while your computer is turned off the system will boot up automatically Disabled Disables the Panel Open Power On function Default Keyboard Wake up on Keyboard When this feature is enabled and the computer is in Sleep Mode you can turn on the system by pressing any key However please be aware that this option will only work with the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in Sleep Mode Enabled Enables the Wake up on Keyboard function Disabled Disables the Wake up on Keyboard function Default LAN Wake up on LAN This feature lets the computer s power be turned on from shutdown when it receives a wake up packet Magic packet from the LAN Do not install or remove a memory module while Wake up on LAN is
97. erating time decreases at low temperatures The condition of the battery terminals you should always ensure the terminals stay clean by wiping them with a clean dry cloth before installing the battery pack Batteries exhausted time Refer to User Information Guide about Retaining time Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery packs 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 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes If you find that the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged however if the Battery indicator flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery condition go to Step 4 4 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer and to a wall outlet that is supplying power The DC IN indicator should glow white and the Battery indicator should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged however in the event that DC IN indicator does not glow this indicates that power is not being supplied check the connections for the AC adaptor and the power cord 5 Charge the battery p
98. essing FN F9 enables or disables the Touch Pad function Zoom Pressing FN Space changes the display resolution Reduce Pressing FN 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows Enlarge Pressing FN 2 enlarges the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows Volume down Pressing FN 3 decreases the volume in increment Volume up User s Manual 3 5 Pressing FN 4 increases the volume in increment FN Sticky key You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the FN key sticky that is you can press it once release it and then press an F Number key To start the TOSHIBA Accessibility utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Accessibility Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows the Windows Start Button key activates the Start menu while the application key has the same function as the secondary right mouse button ay ay This key activates the Windows Start menu SA This key has the same function as the secondary right mouse button Keypad overlay This function is supported with some models Your computer s keyboard may not have a separate numeric keypad but includes a numeric keypad overlay which functions like one this is located in the center of the keyboard with the relevant keys havi
99. fined in the Glossary Icons Icons identify ports dials and other parts of your computer The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard For example ENTER identifies the ENTER key Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign For example CTRL C means you must hold down CTRL and at the same time press C If three keys are used hold down the first two and at the same time press the third ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text the icon s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the typeface you see to the left User s Manual xiii Display Names of windows or icons or text generated by the computer that appear on its display screen are ABC presented in the type face you see to the left Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention Each type of message is identified as shown below Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions Pay attention A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or f
100. g O J Either a 2 pin or 3 pin adaptor cord will be included with the computer depending on the model 2 Connect the AC adaptor s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the left of the computer User s Manual 1 4 Figure 1 3 Connecting the DC output plug to the computer 1 DC IN 19V jack 2 DC output plug 3 Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet the Battery and DC IN indicators on the front of the computer should glow Opening the display The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body of the computer is not raised slowly lift the display panel this will allow the angle of the display panel to be adjusted to provide optimum clarity Figure 1 4 Opening the display panel 1 Display panel y Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer 7 E Be careful not to open the display panel too far as this could put stress T on the display panel s hinges and cause damage User s Manual 1 5 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 D When opening or closing the display panel place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the ot
101. h Pad 3 5 Wireless 3 5 Zoom 3 5 HW Setup accessing 4 15 Boot priority 4 17 display 4 17 general 4 15 keyboard 4 18 LAN 4 18 SATA 4 19 USB 4 19 window 4 15 K Keyboard 3 2 FN Sticky key 3 6 Function keys F1 F12 3 3 Hot key functions 3 4 problems 6 7 Windows special keys 3 6 Keypad overlay 4 6 Arrow mode 3 6 Numeric mode 3 6 temporarily using normal key board overlay on 3 6 temporarily using overlay over lay off 3 7 turning on the overlays 3 6 L LAN 3 27 cable types 3 28 connecting 3 28 problems 6 15 Media care Card care 3 31 Memory card care 3 32 Memory additional 3 44 installing 3 34 problems 6 13 removing 3 37 memory media card inserting 3 32 removing 3 33 Memory media slot 3 30 Moving the computer 3 47 MultiMediaCard 3 30 removing 3 33 P Password power on 4 6 Starting the computer by 4 15 Supervisor 4 14 user 4 14 Pointing Device Touch Pad 2 10 Power conditions 5 1 Hibernation Mode 1 9 panel on off 4 6 5 9 Shut Down mode Boot Mode 1 7 Sleep Mode 1 7 System Auto Off 5 9 turning off 1 7 turning on 1 6 Problems AC power 6 5 User s Manual Index 2 Additional memory module 6 13 Analyzing the problem 6 2 Battery 6 5 Bluetooth 6 16 Dual Pointing device 6 9 External monitor 6 14 Hard disk drive 6 8 Hardware and system checklist 6 4 Internal display panel 6 7 Keyboard 6 7 LAN 6 15 Memory Media C
102. h copyright laws in making any reproduction from this manual Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for your computer at the time of this manual s production However succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual Trademarks Intel Intel SpeedStep Intel Core and Centrino are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Windows Microsoft and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories ConfigFree is a trademark of TOSHIBA Corporation Wi Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi Fi Alliance Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association User s Manual Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association Labelflash is a trademark of YAMAHA CORPORATION WinDVD and Corel Digital Studi
103. han the above mentioned Residential commercial and light industry environments For example the following environments are not approved E Industrial Environments e g environments where a mains voltage of 380 V three phase is used E Medical Environments E Automotive Environments E Aircraft Environments Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working environments that are not approved are not the responsibility of TOSHIBA The consequences of the use of this product in non approved working environments may be E Interference with other devices or machines in the near surrounding area D Malfunction of or data loss from this product caused by disturbances generated by other devices or machines in the near surrounding area Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product should be suitably tested in all non approved working environments before use In the case of automobiles or aircraft 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 COREL JIABARMRNRE CT COREL Ri CE FATS cee BWeClLTWETA CORBMIVAPTLE VAY SHB EC HIEL CELL SSS SSC TCEMBHVET Fy thai HAS t gt TIELL RY RUSLTCESLY VCCI B Canadian regulatory information Canada only This
104. he Battery indicator will go out When the battery pack s temperature falls to a normal range charging will resume this process will occur regardless of whether the computer s power is on or off User s Manual 5 2 DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected the following indicator conditions should be noted White Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and is correctly supplying power to the computer Flashing amber Indicates a problem with the power supply You should initially try plugging the AC adaptor into another power outlet if it still does not operate properly you should contact TOSHIBA Support No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light 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 Blinking amber Indicates that the computer is in Sleep Mode and that there is sufficient power available AC adaptor or battery to maintain this condition In Sleep Mode this indicator will turn on for one second and off for two seconds No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light Battery This section explains battery types use recharging methods and handling Battery types The computer has different types of batteries Battery pac
105. her hand to slowly open or close the display panel Do not use excessive force when opening or closing the display panel Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power the Power indicator will then indicate the status Please refer to the Monitoring of power condition section in Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes for more information CH E After you turn on the power for the first time do not turn it off until you have set up the operating system E Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows Setup 1 Open the display panel 2 Press and hold the computer s power button for two or three seconds Figure 1 5 Turning on the power 1 Power button User s Manual 1 6 Starting up for the first time a The Windows 7 Startup Screen will be the first screen displayed when you turn on the power Follow the on screen instructions on each screen in order to properly install the operating system When it is displayed be sure to read the Software License Terms carefully Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes either Shut Down Mode Hibernation Mode or Sleep Mode Shut Down Mode When you turn off the power in Shut Down Mode no data will be saved and the computer will boot to the operating system s main screen the next time it is turned on 1 If you have entered data either save it to the hard disk drive or to other storage media 2 Make sure
106. her operations during Blu ray Disc playback BR Do not switch to Hibernation or Sleep Mode when running the WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA User s Manual 3 21 Because Blu ray Disc playback operates according to programs built into the content operation methods operation screens sound effects icons and other features may vary from disc to disc For more information on these items refer to instructions included with content or contact the content manufacturers directly Make sure to connect the computer s AC adapter when playing a Blu ray Disc WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA supports AACS Advanced Access Control System copy protection technology Renewal of the AACS key integrated into this product is required for uninterrupted enjoyment of Blu ray Disc An Internet connection is required for renewal AACS key renewal is provided free of charge for 5 years after the purchase of this product however renewal beyond 5 years is subject to conditions specified by the software provider Corel Corporation Do not playback Blu ray Disc while recording television programs using Windows Media Center My TV or other applications Doing so may cause Blu ray Disc playback or television program recording errors In addition if pre scheduled recording starts during Blu ray Disc Video playback it may cause Blu ray Disc Video playback or television program recording errors Please view Blu ray Disc Video during times when there is no recor
107. his software with these operating systems is listed below with further details being contained with the electronic help files supplied with the software This Bluetooth Stack is based on the Bluetooth Version 1 1 1 2 2 0 EDR 2 1 EDR 3 0 3 0 HS specification depending on the model you purchased However TOSHIBA cannot confirm the compatibility between any computing products and or other electronic devices that use Bluetooth other than TOSHIBA notebook computers Release Notes related to the Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA 1 Fax application software Please be aware that there is some fax application software that you cannot use on this Bluetooth Stack 2 Multi user considerations The use of Bluetooth is not supported ina multi user environment This means that when you use Bluetooth other users that are logged into the same computer will not be able to use this type of functionality Product Support The latest information regarding operating system support language support or available upgrades can be found on our web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or www pcsupport toshiba com in the United States The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per User s Manual 3 27 second 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX and Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 megabits per second 1000BASE T This section describes how to connect disco
108. ices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge Restarting the computer Certain conditions require that you reset the computer for example if E You change certain computer settings E An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands If you need to restart the computer there are three ways this can be User s Manual achieved Click Start point to the arrow icon and then select Restart from the menu Press CTRL ALT and DEL simultaneously once to display the menu window then select Restart from the Shut down options Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds Once the computer has turned itself off wait between ten and fifteen seconds before turning the power on again by pressing the power button User s Manual Chapter 2 The Grand Tour T 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 in Appendix C Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface Front with the display closed The following figure shows the computer s front with its display panel in the closed position Figure 2 1 Front of the computer with display panel closed 7 oo
109. ices which are connected to the compatible ports However some external devices cannot be charged solely by supplying USB bus power DC5V As for the specifications of the external devices please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use E Using the sleep and charge function to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers E f Sleep and Charge function is enabled the computer s battery will discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off It is recommended that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when enabling the Sleep and Charge function E External devices connected to the USB bus power DC5V function that interfaces with the power ON OFF of the computer may always be in an operational state E When there is a current overflow of the external devices connected to the compatible ports USB bus power DC5V supply may be stopped for safety reasons D When Sleep and Charge function is enabled the USB Wakeup function does not work for compatible ports In that case if there is a USB port that does not have the Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 attach the mouse or keyboard to it If all USB ports have the Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 change to disable Sleep and Charge function The USB Wakeup function will now work but the Sleep and Charge function will be disabled JN Metal p
110. imitations when you write Video DVD or Blu ray disc movie file convert or playback files Editing digital video E Log in with Administrator rights to use Corel Digital Studio E Make sure that your computer is running on AC power when using Corel Digital Studio E Operate the computer at Full Power Do not use power saving features BR While you are editing DVD you can display preview However if another application is running The preview might not display properly E Corel Digital Studio cannot edit or play copy protected content E Do not enter Sleep or Hibernation Mode while using Corel Digital Studio User s Manual 3 16 Do not operate Corel Digital Studio immediately after turning on the computer Please wait until all Disc Drive activity has stopped CD recorder DVD Audio Video CD functions are not supported in this version Do not run software like a screen saver because it can put a heavy load on the CPU Do not support mp3 decode and encode DVD VR format is not supported in this version Before recording the video to DVD or Blu ray disc When you record DVD disc or Blu ray disc please use only discs recommended by the Drive manufacturer Do not set the working drive to a slow device like a USB1 1 hard disk drive or it will fail to write DVD or Blu ray disc Do not perform any of the following actions Operate the computer for any other function including using a mouse or Touch Pad or closing
111. in conditions may result in data loss E Before you install a device or application save any data in memory to the hard disk drive or other storage media Failure to do so may result in the loss of data Connecting the AC adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power It is also the 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 automatically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz enabling you to use this computer in almost all country region The adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to this computer E Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your computer or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor E Never plug the AC adaptor into a power source that does not correspond to both the voltage and the frequency specified on the regulatory label of the unit Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury D Always use or purchase power cables that comply with the legal voltage and frequen
112. ion 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 Total Available Graphics Memory is the total of as applicable Dedicated Video Memory System Video Memory and Shared System Memory Shared System Memory will vary depending on system memory size and other factors User s Manual C 3 Wireless LAN The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding 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 User s Manual C 4 Appendix D Information for Wireless Devices Wireless LAN Interoperability The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing OFDM radio technology and is compliant to E The IEEE 802 11 Standard on Wireless LANs Revision a b g n or b g n as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers E The Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi certification as defined by the
113. ireless LAN Wi Fi or Bluetooth functionalities near a microwave oven or in areas subject to radio interference or magnetic fields Interference from a microwave oven or other source can disrupt Wi Fi or Bluetooth operation 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 of your medical device when using any wireless functionality E Always turn off wireless functionality if the computer is near automatic control equipment or appliances such as automatic doors or fire detectors Radio waves can cause malfunction of such equipment possibly resulting in serious injury It may not be possible to make a network connection to a specified network name using the ad hoc network function If this occurs the new network will have to be configured for all computers connected to the same network in order to re enable network connections Please be sure to use new network name User s Manual 3 24 Wireless LAN d The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE802 11 Wireless LAN standard E Frequency Channel Selection of 5GHz for IEEE 802 11a or and IEEE802 11n E Frequency Channel Selectio
114. isplay TV please change the display mode to HDMI only Projector only and use the 3D glasses that come with your external 3D enabled display TV When play the Blu ray 3D on external display that does not support 3D function clear Prefer to play in 3D mode checkbox in 3D Playback properties of WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA User s Manual 3 23 Starting WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Use the following procedure to start WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA 1 2 When a Blu ray disc is set in the BD drive WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA starts automatically Select Start gt All Programs gt Corel gt Corel WinDVD BD to start WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Operating WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA Notes on Using WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA 1 2 Screen display and available features may vary amongst BD Videos and scenes If the menu is opened in the Display Area using the Control window s Top Menu or Menu buttons Touch Pad and mouse menu operations may not be able to be used Open WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA HELP WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA features and instructions are also explained in detail in WinDVD Help Use the following procedure to open WinDVD Help BR Click the Corel Guide button A in the Display Area Wireless communications The computer s wireless communication function supports some wireless communication devices Only some models are equipped with both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions rg E Do not use the W
115. it Press gently until it locks into place How to remove disc when the disc tray will not open Pressing the eject button will not open the disc tray when the computer power is off If the power is off you can open the disc tray by inserting a slender object about 15 mm such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole near the eject button Figure 3 5 Manual release with the eject hole 1 Eject hole Turn off the power before you use the eject hole If the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray the disc could fly off the spindle and cause injury Writable discs This section describes the types of writable discs Check the specifications of your drive to see the types of discs it can write Use TOSHIBA Disc Creator and Corel Digital Studio to write compact discs User s Manual 3 10 CDs BW CD R discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed D CD RW discs including multi speed CD RW discs high speed CD RW discs and ultra speed CD RW discs can be recorded more than once DVDs E DVD R DVD R DVD R DL and DVD R DL discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed E DVD RW DVD RW and DVD RAM discs can be recorded more than once BDs E BD R BD R DL discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed E BD RE BD RE DL discs can be recorded more than once Writing CD DVD BDs TOSHIBA Disc Creator and C
116. itor are set to clone mode and they are turned off by the timer the display panel or the external monitor may not display when turned on again If this occurs press FN F5 to re set the display panel and external monitor to clone mode Display error occurs Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact TOSHIBA Support LAN Problem Procedure Cannot access LAN Check for a firm cable connection between the LAN jack and the LAN hub Wake up on LAN Make sure the AC adaptor is connected The Wake does not work up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off If problems persist consult your LAN administrator Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not restore LAN access consult your LAN administrator For more information on wireless communication refer to Chapter 3 Operating Basics User s Manual 6 15 Problem Procedure Cannot access Make sure the computer s Wireless communication Wireless LAN function is on If problems persist contact your LAN administrator Bluetooth For further information on Bluetooth wireless communication please refer to Chapter 3 Operating Basics Problem Procedure Cannot access Check to ensure the computer s Wireless Bluetooth device Communication function is on Check to ensure the Bluetooth Manager application is running on the computer and that power to the exter
117. k When the AC adaptor is not connected the computer s main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack also referred to in this manual as the main battery You can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source although you should not change the battery pack while the AC adaptor is connected Before you remove the battery pack save your data and shut down the computer or place the computer into Hibernation Mode Please be aware that when placing the computer into Hibernation Mode the contents of memory will be saved to the hard disk drive although for safety sake it is best to also save your data manually User s Manual 5 3 i Real Time Clock RTC battery The Real Time Clock RTC battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calendar function and also maintains the system configuration while the computer is turned off If the RTC battery becomes completely discharged the system will lose this information and the real time clock and calendar will stop working in this instance the following message will be displayed when you turn on the power The firmware has detected that a CMOS battery failure occurred lt F1 gt continue You can change the Real Time Clock settings by turning on the computer while pressing the F2 key and then release F2 key when the TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt screen appears Please refer to Chapter 6 Troublesho
118. lays the installed BIOS version date and EC version Password This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on User Password Lets you register a new password or change remove an existing password Not Registered Changes or remove the password Default Registered Selects the password A dialogue box will appear to allow you to set the password To enter a user password 1 Select Registered to display the following prompt Enter Password Enter a password of up to 10 characters The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisk 2 Click OK The following message appears allowing you to verify the password Verify Password 3 If character strings match the password is registered Click OK If they do not match the following message appears You must repeat from step 1 Entry Error To delete a user password 1 Select Not Registered to display the following prompt Enter Password 2 Enter the currently registered password The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks 3 Click OK If the character string you enter matches the registered password the password option is reset and the display changes to Not registered If they do not match the following message appears You must repeat from step 1 Incorrect Password Owner String This blank field is used to display a message when the password field is displayed on startup If a password i
119. may occur E Do not connect any power supplying device to the LAN cable that is connected to the LAN jack Otherwise malfunctions or damage may occur 1 Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer 2 Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack Press gently until you hear the latch click into place User s Manual 3 28 Figure 3 6 Connecting the LAN cable 1 LAN jack 2 LAN cable 3 Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector or router Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor before using or configuring a network connection Optional devices Optional devices can expand the computer s capabilities and its versatility This section describes the connection or installation of the following devices Cards memory E Memory media slot E Secure Digital SD Card SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card miniSD Card microSD Card E Memory Stick Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO E MultiMediaCard E Additional memory module Peripheral devices BR External monitor Other BR Security lock E Optional TOSHIBA accessories User s Manual 3 29 Memory media slot The computer is equipped with a memory media slot that can accommodate some kinds of memory media with various memory capacities so that you can easily transfer data from devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants Keep f
120. memory media into the memory media slot on the left of the computer Press the memory media gently to ensure a firm connection is made User s Manual 3 32 Figure 3 8 Inserting a memory media 1 Memory media 2 Memory media slot E Make sure memory media is oriented properly before you insert it If you insert the media in wrong direction you may not be able to remove it E When inserting memory media do not touch the metal contacts You could expose the storage area to static electricity which can destroy data E Do not turn the computer off or switch to Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode while files are being copied doing so may cause data to be lost Removing a memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices To remove a memory media follow the steps as detailed below 1 Open the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the Windows Taskbar 2 Point to memory media and click the left Touch Pad control button 3 Grasp the media and pull it out of the computer to remove it E Make sure the Memory Media slot indicator is out before you remove the memory media or turn off the computer s power 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 E Do not remove the memory media while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation Mode The computer could become unstable or data in the me
121. microphone or an external microphone connected to the computer please refer to Sound System in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for further information Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows start up or shut down If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact TOSHIBA Support External monitor Please also refer to Chapter 3 Operating Basics and to the documentation supplied with your monitor for further information Problem Procedure Monitor does not turn After confirming that the monitor s power switch is on 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 User s Manual 6 14 Problem Procedure No display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press the FN F5 hot key in order to change the display priority and ensure that it is not set for the internal display only Check to see if the external monitor is connected When the external monitor is set as the primary display device in extended desktop mode it will not display when the computer wakes up from Sleep Mode if the external monitor has been disconnected while in Sleep Mode To keep this from happening do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation Mode Remember to turn off the computer before disconnecting the external monitor When the display panel and an external mon
122. mory media could be lost E Do not remove only the miniSD microSD Card while leaving the adaptor in the memory media slot Additional memory module You can install additional memory into the computer in order to increase the amount of system memory that is available This section describes how to User s Manual 3 33 d i install and remove optional memory modules E You should place a mat beneath the computer in order to prevent the computer s lid from becoming scratched or damaged when you are installing replacing the memory module In this instance you should avoid mats that are made of materials that hold or generate static electricity When installing or removing a memory module you must ensure that you do not touch any other internal areas of the computer Insert the two memory modules into Slot A and Slot B respectively The computer will operate in dual channel mode You can access the inserted memory modules efficiently in dual channel Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following conditions a The computer is turned on b The computer was shut down in either Sleep or Hibernation Mode c Wake up on LAN is enabled d The wireless communication function is on e Sleep and Charge function is enabled Be careful not to let screws or other foreign matter fall into the computer It could cause malfunction or electric shock Additional memo
123. n 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 local networks on board aircraft during a flight at the altitude not less than 3000m Restrictions for Use of 5470 5725MHz Frequencies in Europe Italy For private use a general authorization is required if WAS RLAN s are used outside own premises Luxembourg Implemented General authorization required for network and service supply Russian Limited e i r p 100mW Permitted to use only Federation 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 local networks on board aircraft during a flight at the altitude not less than 3000m To remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for Wireless LAN operation the above 2 4GHz and 5GHz channel limitations apply for outdoor usage The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current channel of operation If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies for outdoor use a
124. n of 2 4GHz for IEEE 802 11b g or and IEEE802 11n E Roaming over multiple channels Card power management E Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on an 128 bit encryption algorithm E Wi Fi Protected Access WPA The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which the wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration client design and software hardware configurations The transmission rate described is the theoretical maximum speed as specified under the appropriate standard the actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed Setting 1 Please make sure that the Wireless Communication function is on 2 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet gt Network and Sharing Center 3 Click Set up a new connection or network 4 Follow the wizard You will need the name of the wireless network together with security settings Consult the documentation accompanied with your router or ask your wireless network administrator for the settings Security BR TOSHIBA strongly recommend that you enable encryption functionality otherwise your computer will be open to illegal access by an outsider using a wireless connection If this occurs the outsider may illegally access your system eavesdrop or cause the loss or destruction of stored data BR TOSHIBA is not lia
125. n you turn the computer back on again it will recognize the new device E Make sure all optional accessories are configured properly in the computer s setup program and that all required driver software has been loaded please refer to the documentation included with the User s Manual 6 1 optional accessories for further information on its installation and configuration 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 CD DVD BD media is correctly loaded Always try to make detailed notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log this will help you to describe your problems to TOSHIBA Support In addition if a problem recurs the log you have made will help to identify the problem faster Analyzing the problem Sometimes the computer will give you clues that can help you identify why it is malfunctioning In view of this you should keep the following questions in mind Which part of the computer is not operating properly keyboard hard disk drive display panel touch pad touch pad control buttons as each device will produce different symptoms Check the options within the operating system to ensure that its configuration is set properly What appears on the display Does it display any messages or random characters Make a s
126. nabled through the following procedure Before setting up the HDMI 1 4 3D Video feature please ensure the Internet setup is completed in order to receive notifications via the Internet E As not all 3D televisions port operations have been fully tested yet HDMI 1 4 3D Video feature may not be functional on some 3D television models E Follow the steps as detailed below to setup HDMI 1 4 3D Video and don t execute other operation while running 3D Vision Setup 1 Connect to a television which supports 3D 2 Press FN F5 and set display device to HDMI device only 3 Click Start gt All Programs gt NVIDIA Corporation gt 3D Vision gt Enable 3D Vision 4 Setup HDMI 1 4 3D Video screen will appear When the Set up HDMI 1 4 3D Video screen displays HDMI 1 4 3D Video feature is not supported on your television Click Exit and finish setup 5 Click the Next button 6 Turn on your glasses screen will appear Turn on your glasses of 3D TV and click the Next button 7 When the Test your hardware setup screen appears put on your glasses close your eyes alternately and select the image you see 8 Click the Next button When Hardware test failed screen appears your television does not support HDMI 1 4 3D Video feature Click Exit and finish setup User s Manual 3 42 9 When Verify your ability to view stereoscopic 3D Content screen appears put on your glasses and select the image you see 10
127. nal Bluetooth device is turned on Check to ensure that no optional Bluetooth Adaptor is installed in the computer the built in Bluetooth hardware cannot operate simultaneously with another Bluetooth controller If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact TOSHIBA Support 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 assistance first Before contacting TOSHIBA try the following H Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation supplied with your software and or peripheral devices E ifa problem occurs when you are running software applications consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions and consider calling the software company s technical support department for assistance H Consult the reseller or dealer from where you purchased your computer and or software they are your best resource for current information and support TOSHIBA technical support If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware User s Manual 6 16 related visit TOSHIBA technical support website http www toshiba co jp worldwide User s Manual 6 17 Specifications A
128. ng grey letters at their front edge The overlay provides the same function as the numeric keypad on a standard 104 105 key enhanced keyboard Turning on the overlays The numeric keypad overlay can be used for numeric data input or cursor and page control Arrow Mode To turn on Arrow Mode press FN F10 the Arrow Mode indicator lights and you are able to access cursor and page control functions by using the keys You are able to press FN F10 again to turn off this overlay function Numeric Mode To turn on Numeric Mode press FN F11 the Numeric Mode indicator lights and you are able to access numeric characters by using the keys You are able to press FN F11 again to turn off this overlay function Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on While using the overlay you can temporarily access the normal keyboard User s Manual 3 6 functions without having to turn the overlay off 1 Hold down FN key and press any other key this key will operate as if the overlay were off 2 Type upper case characters by holding down FN SHIFT and pressing a character key 3 Release FN key to continue using the selected overlay function Temporarily using overlay overlay off While using the normal keyboard function you can temporarily use the keypad overlay without having to turn it on 1 Hold down FN key 2 Check the keyboard indicators as pressing the FN key will turn on the most recently used overlay function
129. njury E 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 rest your skin might suffer a low heat injury E ifthe computer has been used for a long time avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can become hot E The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this condition does not indicate a malfunction If you need to transport the AC adaptor you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it E Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the material could become damaged Pressure or impact damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer s components or otherwise cause it to malfunction Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way but itis recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer i
130. nks white when the computer is accessing the memory media slot The Wireless communication indicator glows amber when the Wireless functions are turned on Some models are equipped with Bluetooth Wireless LAN and Wireless WAN WiMAX functions The following figure shows the computer s left side Figure 2 2 The left side of the computer 1 DC IN 19V jack 2 Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports E 3 Memory media slot 4 Optical disc drive User s Manual 2 2 DC IN 19V jack The AC adaptor connects to this jack in order to oco 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 ot Universal Serial Bus Two Universal Serial Bus ports which comply to USB 2 0 ports the USB 2 0 standard are provided on the left side of the computer s gt lt gt Memory media slot This slot lets you insert an SD SDHC SDXC memory card minisD microSD Card Memory Stick PRO and MultiMediaCard Refer to the Optional devices section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for more information Optical disc drive The computer may be configured with a DVD Super Multi BD Combo or BD Writer drive Right side The following figure shows the computer s right side Figure 2 3 The right side of th
131. nline manual Radio approvals for wireless devices Approved Countries Regions for the Atheros AR9285 Wireless Network Adapter b g n b g Wireless LAN This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table Do not use this equipment in the countries regions which are not listed in the table below E Available channel of Peer to peer connection by ad hoc mode is Ch1 Ch11 E Connection with an access point by the Infrastructure mode is Ch1 Ch13 As of Jan 2011 Albania Australia Austria Azerbaijan Argentina Bahrain Belgium Bolivia Bosnia and Bulgaria Canada Cambodia Herzegovina User s Manual D 8 Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt EI Salvador Estonia Finland France Germany Ghana Greece Guatemala Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Italy Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia Lebanon Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macedonia Malaysia Malta Mexico Monaco Montenegro Netherlands New Zealand Norway Oman Panama Pakistan Papua New Paraguay Peru Guinea Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Romania Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey UAE UK Ukraine USA Uruguay Venezuela Vietnam Yemen Zimbabwe
132. nnect to a LAN Do not install or remove a memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled E The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature E The Link speed 10 100 1000 megabits per second changes automatically depending on the network conditions connected device cable or noise and so on LAN cable types The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN Logging onto a LAN using the computer s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation Check with your LAN administrator regarding set up procedures 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 megabits per second 10BASE T you can connect with a CAT3 or higher cable Connecting the LAN cable To connect the LAN cable follow the steps as detailed below E Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable The AC adaptor must remain connected during LAN use If you disconnect the AC Adaptor while the computer is accessing a LAN the system may hang up E Do not connect any other cable to the LAN jack except the LAN cable Otherwise malfunctions or damage
133. o are trademarks or registered trademarks of Corel Corporations Atheros is a registered trademark or Atheros Communication Inc Realtek is a registered trademark or Realtek Semiconductor Corporation Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual FCC information FCC notice Declaration of Conformity Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures E Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna E Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver E Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected BW Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Only peripherals compl
134. o not twist or bend cards User s Manual 3 31 Do not expose cards to liquids or store in humid areas or lay media close to containers of liquid Do not touch the metal part of a card or expose it to liquids or let it get dirty After using card return it to its case The card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way Do not try to force the card into the slot Do not leave a card partially inserted in the slot Press the card until you hear it click into place Memory card care 1 Set the write protect switch to the lock position if you do not want to record data Memory cards have a limited lifespan so it is important to backup important data Do not write to a card if the battery power is low Low power could affect writing accuracy Do not remove a card while read write is in progress For more details on using memory cards see manuals accompanying the cards About the write protect The memory media cards have a function for protect SD Card SD memory card SDHC memory card and SDXC memory card Memory Stick Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Set the write protect switch to the lock position if you do not want to record data Inserting a memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices To insert a memory media follow the steps as detailed below 1 2 Turn the memory media so that the contacts metal areas are face down Insert the
135. o on HDMI i To view video on the HDMI device be sure to configure the following settings otherwise you may find that nothing is displayed Be sure to use the FN F5 HotKey to select the display device before starting to play video Do not change the display device while playing video Do not change the display device under the following conditions E While data is being read or written E While communication is being carried out Select HD Format To select the display mode follow the steps as detailed below 1 Click Start and click Control Panel Click Appearance and Personalization Click Display Click Change display settings Click Advanced settings oP oN User s Manual 3 41 6 Click List All Modes 7 Select the one of the below selection at List All Modes Display mode at List All Modes HD Format 1920 by 1080 True Color 32bit 60Herts 1080p 1920 by 1080 True Color 32bit 30Herts Interlaced 1080i 1280 by 720 True Color 32bit 60Herts 720p 720 by 576 True Color 32bit 50Herts 576p 720 by 480 True Color 32bit 60Herts 480p O d The above display mode is a typical HDMI display mode The selectable display modes will vary for different HDMI monitors HDMI 1 4 3D Video Only some models are supported with NVDIA HDMI 1 4 3D Video feature When a television is connected to HDMI port and the television is supporting 3D feature the NVDIA HDMI 1 4 3D Video feature may be e
136. opening the display panel Bump or cause vibration to the computer Use the Mode control button and Audio Video control button to reproduce music or voice Open the DVD BD drive Install remove or connect external devices including the following memory media card USB device external display optical digital devices Please verify your disc after recording important data Not support to output VCD and SVCD format Force eject disc About recorded DVDs and Blu ray discs Some DVD ROM drives for personal computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD R R RW RW RAM discs When playing your recorded DVD on your computer please use the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER software application When playing your recorded Blu ray Disc on your computer please use the WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA software application If you use an over used rewritable disc the full formatting might be locked Please use a brand new disc TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER Please be aware of the following limitations when you use the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER User s Manual 3 17 Notes on use This software can only be used on Windows 7 TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER software is supported for playback of DVD Video and DVD VR Frame dropping audio skipping or out of sync audio and video may occur during playback of some DVD Video titles Close all other applications when using the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER Do not open any other applications or carry out any othe
137. or the country region in which it is used All cords must meet the following specifications Wire size Minimum 0 75 mm Current rating Minimum 2 5 amperes Voltage rating 125 or 250 VAC depending on country region s power standards Certification agencies China CQC CEMC U S and Canada UL listed and CSA certified No 18 AWG Type SVT or SPT 2 Australia AS Japan DENANHO Europe Austria OVE Italy IMQ Belgium CEBEC The Netherlands KEMA Denmark DEMKO Norway NEMKO Finland FIMKO Sweden SEMKO France LCIE Switzerland SEV Germany VDE United Kingdom BSI In Europe two conductors power cord must be VDE type HOS5VVH2 F or HO3VVH2 F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type HOSVV F For the United States and Canada two pin plug configuration must be a 2 15P 250V or 1 15P 125V and three pin plug configuration must be 6 User s Manual B 1 15P 250V or 5 15P 125V as designated in the U S National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part Il The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U S A and Canada the United Kingdom Australia Europe and China USA UL approved Australia AS approved Canada CSA approved United Kingdom ZZ mat g l rn ao T BS approved Europe Approved by the appropriate agency
138. ord follow these steps 1 Turn on the power as described in Chapter 1 Getting Started The following message will appear in the screen eS Enter Password At this point the hotkeys FN F1 to F9 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 the computer shuts off In this case you must turn the computer back on to retry password entry HW Setup This section explains how to use the TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and provides information on settings for various functions Accessing HW Setup To run the HW Setup program click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt HWSetup HW Setup window The HW Setup window contains a number of tabs General Password Display Boot Setting Keyboard LAN SATA and USB to allow specific functions of the computer to be configured In addition there are also three buttons OK Cancel and Apply OK Accepts your changes and closes the HW Setup window Cancel Closes the window without accepting your changes Apply Accepts all your changes without closing the HW Setup window General This window displays the BIOS EC version and contains two buttons Default and About User s Manual 4 15 Default Return all HW Setup values to the factory settings About Display the HW Setup version Setup This field disp
139. oreign 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 damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury E This memory media slot supports the following memory media E Secure Digital SD Card SD memory card SDHC memory card SDXC memory card miniSD Card microSD Card E Memory Stick Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO E MultiMediaCard MMC D Please note that an adaptor is required to use miniSD microSD Card E Please note that not all memory media have been tested and verified to work correctly Therefore it is not possible to guarantee that all memory media will operate properly E The slot does not support Magic Gate functions Figure 3 7 Examples of memory media N Y lt w S al Secure Digital SD Card microSD card adaptor and microSD card Memory Stick MultiMediaCard MMC Memory media This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media Points to note about the memory media card SD SDHC SDXC memory cards comply with SDMI Secure Digital Music Initiative which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or User s Manual 3 30 playback of digital music For this reason you cannot copy or playback protected material on another computer or other device and you may not reproduce any copyrighted
140. orel Digital Studio are provided as writing software with this computer Corel Digital Studio can be used to write files in video format TOSHIBA Disc Creator can be used to write data You can use the DVD Super Multi drive or BD Combo drive to write data to either CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD RAM or DVD R DL discs You can use the BD Writer drive to write data to either CD R CD RW DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD RAM DVD R DL or BD R BD RE discs When writing information to media using an optical drive you should always ensure that you connect the AC adaptor to a live power socket It is possible that if data is written while powered by the battery pack the write process may sometimes fail due to low battery power in these instances data loss may occur Important message Before you write or rewrite to any of the media supported by the DVD Super Multi Drive or BD Combo BD Writer drive please read and follow all of the setup and operating instructions in this section If you fail to do so you may find that the DVD Super Multi drive or BD Combo BD Writer drive may not function properly and you may fail to write or rewrite information successfully this may cause you to either lose data or incur other damage to the drive or media Disclaimer TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following User s Manual 3 11 E Damage to any disc that may be caused by w
141. ors in both Slot A and Slot B amber twice then white twice Sound system Procedure In the event the Power indicator flashes when the computer is turned on you should first check that the installed memory module s are compatible with the computer If there is an error with a compatible memory module there is a possibility the memory module is damaged If you determine that an incompatible module has been installed you should follow the steps as detailed below Turn off the computer 1 Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripheral devices 2 Remove the battery pack 3 Remove the incompatible memory module 4 Install the battery and or connect the AC adaptor 5 Turn on the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact TOSHIBA Support In addition to the information in this section please also refer to the documentation supplied with your audio device 6 13 Problem Procedure No sound is heard Adjust the volume To increase the volume click the volume up button and to decrease it click the volume down button Check the software volume settings Please check to see if Mute is turned to Off Check to make sure the headphone connection is secure Check within the Windows Device Manager application to ensure the sound device is enabled and that the device is properly working Annoying sound is In this instance you may be experiencing feedback heard from either the internal
142. oting for further information The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even if the AC adaptor is attached Care and use of the battery pack This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your battery pack properly Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions E Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack Improper installation could generate smoke or fire or cause the battery pack to rupture E Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children It can cause injury E The lithium ion battery pack can explode if not replaced used handled or disposed of properly Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements E The computer s RTC battery is a lithium battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative The battery can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations E Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius Otherwise the electrolyte solution might leak battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened E Never install or remove the battery pack without
143. ou should check the status of the DC IN indicator as well as the Battery indicator Problem Procedure Battery doesn t The battery may be discharged connect the AC power the computer adaptor to recharge the battery User s Manual 6 5 Problem Procedure Battery doesn t If the battery is completely discharged it will not charge when the AC begin charging immediately in these instances you adaptor is attached should wait a few minutes before trying again If the Battery indicator battery still does not charge you should check that does not glow the power outlet the AC adaptor is connected to is amber supplying power this can be tested by plugging another appliance into it Check whether the battery is hot or cold to the touch if so it will not charge properly and should be allowed to reach room temperature before you try again Unplug the AC adaptor and remove the battery to make sure its connecting terminals are clean if necessary wipe them with a soft dry cloth lightly dipped in alcohol Connect the AC adaptor and replace the battery taking care to ensure that it is securely seated in the computer Check the Battery indicator if it does not glow allow the computer to charge the battery for at least twenty minutes If the Battery indicator starts to glow after this period allow the battery to continue to charge for at least another twenty minutes before turning on the computer However if the indica
144. pe com computers tnt bluetooth htm Your Bluetooth product is not compatible with devices using Bluetooth Version 1 0B specifications Wireless Devices and your health Wireless products like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by Wireless products however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones Because Wireless products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Wireless products is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Wireless products may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include E Using the Wireless products equipment on board of airplanes or E In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless device prior to turning
145. ppendix A This appendix summarizes the computer s technical specifications Physical Dimensions Size 329 w x 221 d x 27 9 36 9 h millimeters not including parts that extend beyond the main body Environmental Requirements Conditions Ambient temperature Relative humidity Operating 5 C 41 F to 35 C 20 to 80 95 F noncondensing Non operating 20 C 4 F to 60 C 10 to 90 140 F noncondensing Wet bulb temperature 26 C maximum Conditions Altitude from sea level Operating 60 to 3 000 meters Non operating 60 to 10 000 meters maximum Power Requirements AC adaptor 100 240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz cycles per second Computer 19V DC User s Manual A 1 External RGB monitor port pin assignment H e SL Pin Signal Name Description UO 1 CRV Red Video Signal O 2 CGV Green Video Signal O 3 CBV Blue Video Signal O A Reserved Reserved 5 GND Ground 6 GND Ground 7 GND Ground 8 GND Ground 9 5V Power Supply 10 GND Ground 11 Reserved Reserved 12 SDA Data Signal UO 13 HSYNC Horizontal Sync Signal O 14 VSYNC Vertical Sync Signal O 15 SCL Data Clock Signal O I O I Input to computer I O O Output from computer User s Manual A 2 Appendix B 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 f
146. r operations during video playback Playback may stop or not function properly in some situations Unfinalized DVDs created on home DVD recorders may not be playable on the computer Use DVD Video discs with a region code which is either the same as the factory default setting if applicable or ALL Do not playback video while watching or recording television programs using other applications Doing so may cause DVD Video playback or television program recording errors In addition if prescheduled recording starts during DVD Video playback it may cause DVD Video playback or television program recording errors Please view DVD Video during times when there is no recording prescheduled The resume function cannot be used with some discs on the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER It is recommended the AC adaptor be connected when playing video Power saving features may interfere with smooth playback When playing DVD Video using battery power set the Power Options to Balance The screen saver is disabled during video playback using the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER The computer will not automatically go into Hibernation Sleep or shut down mode Do not configure the Display automatic power off function to run while the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER is running Do not switch to Hibernation or Sleep Mode when running the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER A Do not lock the computer using the Windows logo au L keys or the FN F1 keys when running the TOSHIBA VIDEO
147. r radio station 1 Important notice The frequency bandwidth of this equipment may operate within the same range as industrial devices scientific devices medical devices microwave ovens licensed radio stations and non licensed specified low power radio 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 of use or turn off the source of emissions 3 Contact an authorized TOSHIBA service provider if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations User s Manual D 6 2 Indication for Wireless LAN The indication shown below appears on this equipment MOG 44 2 ADS OF 4 SS 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4GHz DS This equipment uses DS SS modulation OF This equipment uses OFDM modulation 4 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m m 99 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400MHz to 2 483 5MHz It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems ak oh zz 3 Indication for Bluetooth The indication shown below appears on this equipment ER 2 4FH1 ECH 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHz FH This
148. re details User s Manual 4 7 Hibernation Mode Sleep Mode USB Wakeup function Sleep and Charge function TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 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 in Chapter 1 Getting Started for more details If you have to interrupt your work you can use this feature to allow you to turn off power to the computer without exiting from your software Data is maintained in the computer s main memory so that when you next turn on the power you can continue working right where you left off This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the external devices connected to the USB ports For example if a mouse or USB keyboard is connected to a USB port clicking the mouse button or pressing the keyboard will wakeup the computer This feature allows you to charge USB compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players via the USB port when your computer is in Sleep Mode Hibernation Mode or in the shutdown state This function is worked by the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor application proactively monitors a number of system functions such as power consumption b
149. re trouble free operation E Before moving the computer it is recommended that you change the setting associated with the Hard Disk Drive Protection feature Please refer to the section Heat dispersal in this chapter for further information E Make sure all disk disc activity has ended before moving the computer check that the HDD and other indicators on the front of the computer are off E Turn off shut down the computer E Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer E Close the display panel E Do not pick up the computer by its display panel BR 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 injury E Be careful not to subject the computer to impact or shock a failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to computer computer failure or loss of data D Never transport your computer with any cards installed this may cause damage to either the computer and or the card resulting in product failure E Always use a suitable carry case when transporting the computer User s Manual 3 47 BR When carrying your computer be sure to hold it securely so that it does not fall or hit anything E Do not carry your computer by holding any of its protruding elements Heat dispersal To protect against overheating the processor is equipped with an internal temperatu
150. re sensor which activates a cooling fan or lowers the processing speed if the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level You are able to select whether to control this temperature by either turning on the fan first then if necessary lowering the processor speed or by lowering the processor speed first then if necessary turning on the fan Both of these functions are controlled through the Power Options When the processor s temperature falls within normal range the fan will be turned off and the processor operation returned to its standard speed If the processor s temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting the computer automatically shuts down to prevent any damage In this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost kale User s Manual 3 48 Chapter 4 Utilities amp Advanced Usage Utilities and Applications This chapter describes the utilities and special features of this computer and the advanced usage of some utilities 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 refer to each utility s online manual help files or README TXT file if applicable TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Password Utility TOSHIBA Flash Cards HW Setup TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the features of more various po
151. removal D C Battery release latch Slide and hold this latch into its Unlock position in order to release the battery pack for removal For more detailed information on removing the battery pack please refer to Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes Cooling vents The cooling vents help keep the processor from overheating replacement and removal of additional memory module 1 GB 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules can be installed in the computer s two memory slots for a maximum of 8 GB system memory The actual amount of useable system memory will be less than the installed memory modules Refer to the Additional memory module section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics E Memory module slot The memory module slot allows for the installation Do not block the cooling vents Keep foreign metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips out of the cooling vents Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Carefully clean the dust on the cooling vents surface using a soft cloth Front with the display open This section shows the computer with the display panel open In order to open the display lift the display panel up and position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you User s Manual 2 7 Figure 2 6 The front of the computer with the display panel open 1 Wireless LAN and Wireless 8 Stereo speakers WAN WiMAX antenn
152. rial ATA FDD floppy diskette drive FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface IDE integrated drive electronics User s Manual Glossary 1 IEEE VO IRQ KB LAN LCD LED MB MMC OCR PC PCI RAM RGB ROM RTC S P DIF SD SDHC SDRAM SLI SSD TFT USB UXGA VGA WAN WSXGA WSXGA WUXGA WXGA WXGA XGA Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers input output interrupt request kilobyte local area network liquid crystal display light emitting diode megabyte multi media card optical character recognition reader personal computer peripheral component interconnect random access memory red green and blue read only memory real time clock Sony Philips Digital Interface Format Secure Digital Secure Digital High Capacity synchronous dynamic random access memory Scalable Link Interface Solid state drive thin film transistor Universal Serial Bus ultra extended graphics array video graphics array wide area network wide super extended graphics array wide super extended graphics array plus Wide Ultra Extended Graphics Array wide extended graphics array wide extended graphics array plus extended graphics array User s Manual Glossary 2 A AC adaptor additional 3 44 connecting 1 3 DC IN 19V jack 2 3 ASCII characters 3 7 Battery extending life 5 7 monitoring capacity 5 6
153. riting or rewriting with this product E Any change or loss of the recorded contents of media that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product or for any business profit loss or business interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the recorded contents E Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or software Given the technological limitations of current optical disc writing drives you may experience unexpected writing or rewriting errors due to disc quality or problems with hardware devices In view of this it is good practice to make two or more copies of important data in case of any undesired change or loss of the recorded contents Before writing or rewriting E Based on TOSHIBA s limited compatibility testing we suggest the following manufacturers of disc media however it must be noted that disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates Please also be aware that in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation quality or performance of any disc CD R TAIYO YUDEN CO Ltd MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD CD RW Multi Speed High Speed and Ultra Speed MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD DVD R DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2 0 TAIYO YUDEN Co Ltd for 8x and 16x speed media MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 8x and 16x speed media Hitachi Maxell Ltd for 8x and 16x speed media DVD R DL MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD for 4x
154. roperability 2ce ccceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees D 1 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability ek D 1 CAUTION about Wireless Devices ccccesseeeeeeeeenseeeseeeneneeeenenssenenes D 1 Wireless Devices and your health use D 2 Radio Regulatory Information 2 ccesseeceeeeseeee cee ee eeeeneeeeeeeeseeeeeeees D 2 Device Authorization cccceccceeene sence eeseneeeeeeesneneeeeeseneeeseeneneneesesoeeenees D 7 Radio approvals for wireless devices 2 ccecsseceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees D 8 Glossary Index User s Manual Copyright 2011 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 patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein First edition January 2011 Copyright authority for music movies computer programs databases and other intellectual property covered by copyright laws belongs to the author or to the copyright owner Copyrighted material can be reproduced only for personal use or use within the home Any other use beyond that stipulated above including conversion to digital format alteration transfer of copied material and distribution on a network without the permission of the copyright owner is a violation of copyright or author s rights and is subject to civil damages or criminal action Please comply wit
155. rt the USB Sleep and Charge function and displays the battery s remaining capacity To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Sleep Utility Bulletin Board is a convenient place to pin things to visually organize in a fun and creative way Simply drag and drop your favorite pictures files or notes to pin them on the Board You can use it to create thumbnail shortcuts reminders to do list and so on according to your personal style To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt TOSHIBA Bulletin Board User s Manual 4 4 TOSHIBA ReelTime TOSHIBA Media Controller TOSHIBA Speech System TOSHIBA Intelligent Display Management TOSHIBA Resolution Plug in For Windows Media Player Special features This application is a graphical history indexing tool that enables you to view recently accessed files in a fun and easy to use format View and scroll through your history of opened or imported files via thumbnails in an intuitive user interface To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt TOSHIBA ReelTime This application allows you to control your music pictures and videos by streaming content to any compatible device in your home To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt TOSHIBA Media Controller gt TOSHIBA Media Controller For more information please refer to
156. ry module is a precision electronic component that may be fatally damaged by static electricity Since the human body can carry Static electricity it is important that you discharge yourself before touching or installing any additional memory modules To discharge your body s static electricity simply touch any metal close to you with bare hands Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten the screws the use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads Installing a memory module To install a memory module follow the steps as detailed below 1 Shut down the computer make sure the Power indicator is off refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 1 Getting Started if required Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer Close the display panel Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes if required User s Manual 3 34 5 Loosen the screw s securing the memory module cover in place please note that the screw s are attached to the cover in order to prevent them from being lost C Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver I 6 Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off Figure 3 9 Removing the memory module cover 1 Screws 2 Memory module
157. s described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort Be sure to read it before using the computer User s Manual xvi Chapter 1 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 packaging materials for future use Hardware Check to make sure you have all the following items TOSHIBA Portable Personal Computer AC adaptor and power cord 2 pin plug or 3 pin plug Battery pack Is pre installed in some computers Documentation Software User Information Guide Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort If any of the items are missing or damaged contact your dealer immediately The following Windows operating system and utility software are pre installed Windows 7 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA Flash Cards TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER User s Manual 1 1 WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA TOSHIBA Resolution Plug in For Windows Media Player Corel Digital Studio Corel Label Once TOSHIBA eco Utility TOSHIBA Bulletin Board TOSHIBA ReelTime TOSHIBA HW Setup Utility TOSHIBA Value Added Package TOSHIBA Intelligent Display Management T
158. s listed above the user must contact the applicable national spectrum regulator to request a license for outdoor operation User s Manual D 4 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 interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met USA Federal Communications Commission FCC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation Refer to the FCC information section for the detailed information Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Wireless device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Wireless device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized In the usual operating configuration the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20cm Please refer to the computer user s manual for the details regarding antenna location The in
159. s not registered the message will not User s Manual 4 16 i d be shown Display This tab lets you customize your computer s display settings for either the internal display or an external monitor Power On Display This tab allows you to select the display to be used when the computer is started Please note that this setting is only available on standard VGA mode and is not available as part of the Windows Desktop properties The Power On Display is supported with some models Auto Selected Selects an external monitor if one is connected otherwise it selects the internal display Default System LCD Only Selects the internal LCD even if an external monitor is connected Boot Setting This function allows you to modify the boot settings Boot Priority Options This tab allows you to set the priority for booting the computer The Boot Priority Options setting window will be displayed Click the up and down arrow buttons to adjust the priority To change the boot drive follow the steps below 1 Hold down F12 and boot the computer when the TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt screen appears release the F12 key 2 Use the up and down cursor keys to select the boot device you want and press ENTER If a Supervisor Password has been set manual boot device selection functions may be restricted The boot device selection methods described above will not change the boot priority settings that have be
160. se 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 E Please be aware that the actual remaining operating time may differ slightly from the calculated time D With repeated discharges and recharges the battery s capacity will gradually decrease In view of this it will be noted that an often used older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged Maximizing battery operating time A battery s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge while how long the charge lasts in a battery depends on Processor speed Screen brightness System Sleep Mode System Hibernation Mode Display power off period Hard disk drive power off period How often and for how long you use the hard disk drive and external disk c drives for example optical disc and floppy diskette drive How much charge the battery contained to begin with How you use optional devices such as a USB device to which the battery supplies power BR Whether you enable Sleep Mode which can conserve battery power if you are frequently turning the computer off and on RB Where you store your programs and data User s Manual 5 6 Whether you close the display panel when you are not using the keyboard closing the display saves power The environmental temperature op
161. se again after waiting a short while 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 gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as required and click OK In this instance you should initially try changing the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the pointer speed as required and click OK The reaction of Touch Adjust the touch Sensitivity pad is either too sensitive or not sensitive enough USB mouse Problem On screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation To access it click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact TOSHIBA Support Procedure In this instance the system might be busy Try moving the mouse again after waiting a short while Remove the mouse from the computer and then reconnect it to a free USB port it in order to ensure it is firmly attached User s Manual 6 10 Problem Double clicking does not work The on screen pointer moves too fast or too slow The on screen pointer moves erraticall
162. se make sure AC adapter is used when playing with the enabled 3D playback feature 3D playback occurs only in full screen size When you enable 3D playback the Video Display Window automatically enlarges to fullscreen size In order for 3D playback to work on external display TV you need a 3D enabled display TV that has an HDCP complaint HDMI port 3D video content can only be displayed on external display using HDMI 1 4 The 3D effect differs among individuals Viewing 3D playback may cause discomfort In this case please stop viewing and consult your doctor Please consider if it is suitable or a need for time limit before allowing your child to watch a 3D content Depending on the lighting condition of your room you may experience some flickerings when you have the 3D glasses on Upconvert and 3D Playback functions cannot be used at the same time Switching to 3D playback while upconvert is running will cause the upconvert function to switch off automatically Depending on the video content it might not be able to playback in 3D Only Side by Side and Interleave 3D video formats are supported for playback of 3D video content User s Manual 3 20 Starting TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER Use the following procedure to start TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER 1 Insert an DVD Video in the DVD BD drive while Windows 7 is running When a DVD Video disc is set in the BD drive for models with BD Writer drive or BD Combo drive TOSHIBA VI
163. staller 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 indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25GHz frequency range User s Manual D 5 Taiwan Article 12 Without permission granted by the NCC any company enterprise or user is not allowed to change frequency enhance transmitting power or alter original characteristic as well as performance to an approved low power radio frequency devices Article 14 The low power radio frequency devices shall not influence aircraft security and interfere legal communications If found the user shall cease operating immediately until no interference is achieved The said legal communications means radio communications is operated in compliance with the Telecommunications Act The low power radio frequency devices must be susceptible with the interference from legal communications or ISM radio wave radiated devices Using this equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400MHz to 2 483 5MHz for second generation low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low powe
164. sure that the memory module cover is firmly closed Figure 3 11 Seating the memory module cover 1 Memory module cover 2 Screws 9 Install the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes if required 10 Turn your computer over 11 Turn the computer on and make sure the added memory is recognized to confirmed it Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt System icon Removing a memory module To remove the memory module follow the steps as detailed below 1 Shut down the computer make sure the Power indicator is off refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 1 Getting Started if required Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer Close the display panel Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack Loosen the screw s securing the memory module cover in place please note that the screws are attached to the cover in order to prevent them from being lost Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off User s Manual 3 37 7 Push the latches away from the module in order to release it a spring will force one end of the module up at an angle 8 Grasp the module by its edges and remove it from the computer AN E fyou use the computer for a long time the memory modules and
165. surrounding casing as this could cause misalignment D Prevent foreign objects from entering the drive Check the surface of the disc tray especially the area behind the front edge of the disc tray to make sure there are no such objects before closing the drive 4 Press gently at the center of the disc until you feel it click into place The disc should lie below the top of the spindle flush with the spindle base 5 Push the center of the disc tray to close it Press gently until it locks into place If the disc is not seated properly when the disc tray is closed the disc might be damaged Also the disc tray might not open fully when you press the eject button Removing discs To remove the disc follow the steps as detailed below User s Manual 3 9 Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the media drive Wait for the optical disc drive indicator to go out before you open the disc tray Also if the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray wait for it to stop before you remove it 1 To pop the disc tray partially open press the eject button Gently pull the disc tray out until it is fully opened When the disc tray pops open slightly wait a moment to make sure the disc has stopped spinning before pulling the disc tray fully open 2 The disc extends slightly over the sides of the disc tray so you can grasp it Gently lift out the disc 3 Push the center of the disc tray to close
166. t in the Power Options Benefits of Sleep Mode The Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits BR Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does the Hibernation Mode feature E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Sleep Mode feature E Allows the use of the panel power off feature Executing Sleep Mode You can also enable Sleep Mode by pressing FN F3 please refer to the Hot key functions section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for further details User s Manual 1 8 d You can enter Sleep Mode in one of three ways BR Click Start point to the arrow icon and then select Sleep from the menu E Close the display panel Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options to access it click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options E Press the power button Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options to access it click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options When you turn the power back on you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer D When the computer is in Sleep Mode the power indicator will blink orange E fyou are operating the computer on battery power you can lengthen the overall operating time by turning it off into Hibernation Mode Sleep Mo
167. tem memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system applications utilized system memory size and other factors If your computer is configured with more than 3 GB memory the memory might be displayed as approximately 3 GB only depending on the computer s hardware specifications This is correct because the operating system usually displays the available memory instead of the physical memory RAM built into the computer Various system components like the video adapter s GPU and PCI devices like Wireless LAN etc require their own memory space Since a 32 bit operating system cannot address more than 4 GB of memory these system resources overlap the physical memory It is a technical limitation that the overlapped memory is not available to the operating system Even though some tools might display the actual physical memory built into your computer the memory available to the operating system will still be approximately 3 GB only Computers configured with a 64 bit operating system can address 4 GB or more of system memory User s Manual C 2 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
168. ter Details To open the Details window click the Setup Detail button in the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window Detection Level Amplification When the AC adaptor is disconnected or the lid is closed HDD Detection assumes that the computer will be carried and sets the detection level to the maximum for 10 seconds HDD Protection Message Specify whether to display a message when TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active User s Manual 4 22 O d This function does not work when the computer is booting in Sleep Mode in Hibernation Mode in transition to Hibernation Mode recovering from Hibernation Mode or powered off Do not subject the computer to vibration or impact while the function is disabled System Recovery There is a hidden partition allocated on the hard disk drive for the System Recovery Options in the event of a problem You can also create recovery media and restore the system The following items will be described in this section E System Recovery Options E Creating Recovery Media E Restoring the pre installed software from your created Recovery Media E Restoring the pre installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive System Recovery Options The System Recovery Options feature is installed on the hard disk when shipped from the factory The System Recovery Options menu includes tools to repair startup problems run diagnostics or restore the system See the Windows Help and Support content
169. tery s charge automatically calculates the remaining battery capacity and protects electronic components from abnormal conditions such as a voltage overload from the AC adaptor This can be specified in the Power Options This feature lets you configure the computer in order to save battery power This can be specified in the Power Options This feature automatically turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the display panel is opened This can be specified in the Power Options User s Manual 4 6 Low battery automatic Hibernation Mode Heat dispersal TOSHIBA HDD Protection When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cannot be continued the system automatically enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down This can be specified in the Power Options To protect against overheating the processor has an internal temperature sensor so that if the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered This can be specified in the Power Options This feature uses the acceleration sensor built in the computer to detect vibration and shocks and automatically moves the hard disk drive s read write head to a safe position in order to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head to disk contact Refer to the Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection section for mo
170. teur 5 3 PowerUp MOGES vii acccsccteececscsaneccseiennsancoscaunedncencnesenntecciesauatencessausnecuenies 5 9 Panel power E 5 9 System automatic Sleep Hibernation cccccceseeseeeeeeseeeeeeenneeeeees 5 9 User s Manual Chapter 6 Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Appendix D Troubleshooting Problem solving PrOCeSS 2 cccceceeeececeeeeseeceeeeeeeeneeeeeseseeaeeeesenseeneeees 6 1 Hardware and system checkltst SEENEN 6 4 TOSHIBA SUPDOMt ei ciscccscsciseecenctcnsnssvess cennsteenseudesteddiecatuncacdevabstecscteetucts 6 16 Specifications Physical DIM NSIONS iissa niiina irana er ned ed needing ees A 1 Environmental Requirements ccccs eccceceseeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeseeeneeees A 1 Power Requirements cccscccceseneseeeeenseneesseeeseeceeeesseneseseeeeeeseseseneeenees A 1 External RGB monitor port pin asslgnment een A 2 AC Power Cord and Connectors Certification agencies ccceeece cesses cee ee eeeee cee seen neeee eee nunne nnman nnne nenna B 1 Legal Footnotes Non applicable ICONS eege sieeve cs deed dad eeee gedo adeseetetin dies C 1 e E C 1 Memory Main System seen C 2 Battery Lifessa eege CA Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity ees SNNEEEENREEEEENE NEEN CA Ben E C 3 Graphics Processing Unit CGPU see CA Wireless LAN cccececsssneeeeseeeeeeeeeeseceesesceeeeeseeseseeeesasneeesneaesneeanenseneneees CA Copy E e EE CA Information for Wireless Devices Wireless LAN Inte
171. the time of publication Recharge time varies depending on usage Battery may not charge while computer is consuming full power After going through many charge and discharge cycles the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced This is a normal phenomenon for all batteries To purchase a new battery pack see the accessories information that is shipped with your computer Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity LCD 1 Gigabyte GB means 10 1 000 000 000 bytes using powers of 10 The computer operating system however reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB 2 1 073 741 824 bytes and therefore shows less storage capacity Available storage capacity will also be less if the product includes one or more pre installed operating systems such as Microsoft Operating System and or pre installed software applications or media content Actual formatted capacity may vary Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen Graphics Processing Unit GPU Graphics processing unit GPU performance may vary depending on product model design configurat
172. the 2Dto3D conversion function and therefore decide to watch your 2D content in 3D The TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER will not run the 2Dto3D conversion function automatically Please see the warnings in this User s Manual 3 19 section as regard to potential copyright infringement and confirm you have any necessary authorization The TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER is intended for playing DVD Video DVD VR and video files and for viewing 2D home video content in 3D The 3D playback of any video content not created by the user may require the permission of third parties where such content is protected by copyright The protection of intellectual property rights is essential for Toshiba In this respect Toshiba underlines that the Player should not be used in a manner infringing such rights It is your responsibility to ensure that you do not infringe any applicable intellectual property laws when you decide to use the Player and more specifically the 2Dto3D conversion function of the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER Some functions are not functionable during 3D playback In such cases any corresponding buttons will be disabled You may experience some time lag if you perform any of the following operations when the Video Display Window is at full screen size Bring up windows such as Right Click Menu Settings Window Title Chapter Search File Select or Error Message Operate on Windows Operate on other applications Plea
173. they will not be counted as defect or failure E Battery is a consumption product since the battery time depends on the usage of your computer If the battery can not be charged at all then it is a defect or failure The changes in battery time is not a defect or failure User s Manual Optical disc drive safety instructions d Be sure to check the precautions at the end of this section E The drive model employs a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location E Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure E To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure 1 Panasonic System Networks BW DVD SuperMulti with Double Layer Recording UJ8A0 E BD Writer UJ240 Location of the required label gt SERIAL NO MANUFACTURED COMPLIES WITH FDARADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 21CFR SUBCHAPTER J CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 Panasonic Communications Co Ltd 1 62 4 Chome Minoshima Hakata Ku Fukuoka Japan 2 HITACHI LG Data Storage E BD Combo CT31F Location of the required label THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT
174. tion and settings please refer to the Using the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility section in Chapter 4 Utilities amp Advanced Usage User s Manual 6 11 Problem cannot use the Sleep and Charge function The battery depletes quickly even when turned OFF the power of the computer External devices connected to the compatible ports do not work when connected to a compatible port Procedure Sleep and Charge function may be disabled Select the Enable Sleep and Charge check box in the TOSHIBA Sleep utility to enable this function 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 an external device if some external devices are connected After that turn the power of the computer ON OFF to restore the function If this function can not be still used even if only one external device is connected stop using the external device because its current is over the acceptable value of this computer Some external devices may not be able to use the Sleep and Charge function In this case please try one or more of the following methods HM Select another mode E Turn OFF the computer while external devices are connected E Connect external devices after turning OFF of the computer If this function can not be still used change the setting to disable the function and stop using this f
175. to prevent any damage in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost Problem Procedure Computer shuts Leave the computer off until the DC IN indicator down and DC IN stops blinking indicator blinks amber User s Manual 6 4 It is recommended to leave the computer off until the interior reaches room temperature even though the DC IN indicator stops blinking If the computer has reached room temperature and it still does not start or if it starts but shuts down quickly contact TOSHIBA Support Computer shuts This indicates a problem with the heat dispersal down and its DC IN system you should contact TOSHIBA Support indicator is flashing white AC power If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connected you should check the status of the DC IN indicator Please refer to Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes for further information Problem Procedure AC adaptor doesn t Check the connections to make sure that the power power the computer cord adaptor is firmly connected to the computer DC IN indicator does and a working power outlet not glow white 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 a clean cotton cloth If the AC adaptor still does not power the computer you should contact TOSHIBA Support Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery y
176. tor still does not glow the battery may be at the end of its operating life and should be replaced However if you do not believe the battery is at the end of its operating life you should speak to TOSHIBA Support Battery doesn t If you frequently recharge a partially charged power the computer battery the battery might not charge to its full as long as expected potential in these instances you should fully discharge the battery and then attempt to charge it again Check the Power saver option under Select a power plan in the Power Options User s Manual 6 6 Real Time Clock Problem The BIOS setting and system date time are lost Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by the setup and configuration of the computer please refer to the section The Keyboard in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for further information Problem Some letter keys produce numbers Output to screen is garbled Internal display panel Apparent computer s display panel problems may be related to the computer s setup and configuration please refer to the HW Setup section in Chapter 4 Utilities amp Advanced Usage for further information Problem No display Procedure The charge in the Real Time Clock RTC battery has run out you will need to set the date and time in the BIOS setup application by using the following steps 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt
177. ubjected to vibrations such as airplanes trains or cars Do not use on an unstable surface such as a stand A recovery image of the software on your computer is stored on the hard disk drive and can be copied to either DVD or USB Flash Memory by using the following steps 1 Select either blank DVD or USB Flash Memory The application will allow you to choose from a variety of different media onto which the recovery image can be copied including DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW and USB Flash Memory Please note that some of the above media may not be compatible with the external optical disc drive connected to your computer You should therefore verify the external optical disc drive supports the blank media you have chosen before proceeding USB Flash Memory will be formatted and all the data in the USB Flash Memory will be lost when proceeding Turn on your computer and allow it to load the Windows 7 operating system from the hard disk drive as normal Insert the first blank disc into the external optical disc drive tray or Insert the USB Flash Memory into one available USB port Double click the Recovery Media Creator icon on the Windows 7 desktop or select the application from Start Menu After Recovery Media Creator starts select the type of media and the title you wish to copy and then click the Create button Restoring the pre installed software from your created Recovery Media If the pre install
178. unction If Sleep and Charge function is enabled the computer s battery will discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off Connect the AC adaptor to the computer or disable the Sleep and Charge function Some external devices may not work when connected to a compatible port if the Sleep and Charge function is enabled Reconnect the external device after turning the computer ON If the external device still does not work connect device to an USB port that does not have the Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 or change to disable the Sleep and Charge function User s Manual 6 12 Problem The USB Wakeup function does not work Procedure When 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 function compatible icon 4 or change to disable Sleep and Charge function Additional memory module Please also refer to Chapter 3 Operating Basics for further information on installing and removing memory modules Problem If there is a memory malfunction the Power indicator will repeatedly flash on for 0 5 seconds off for 0 5 seconds in the following patterns If there is an error in only Slot A amber twice then white once If there is an error in only Slot B amber once then white twice If there are err
179. und gt SmartAudio Opening SmartAudio Help Clicking in the top right corner of the SmartAudio window will open the Help file in your selected language or in English if your selected language is not supported User s Manual 3 45 Dolby Advanced Audio Dolby Advanced Audio provides a stunning listening experience from any pair of speakers or headphones Adding a new level of realism to movies music and games this is the quality audio customers have been missing from your computers Dolby Advanced Audio includes E High Frequency Enhancer Analyzes and restores high frequencies lost during encoding Works on any speaker for a higher level of audio than was previously possible BR Audio Optimization Corrects common audio problems caused by laptop limitations for a better entertainment experience E Natural Bass Extends the bass response of any speakers by up to an octave E Dolby Headphone Enables personal surround sound using any set of headphones To access Dolby Advanced Audio function follow the steps as detailed below 1 Right click on the speaker icon on the Taskbar and select Playback Devices from the sub menu 2 Select Speakers and click Properties 3 Click the Dolby tab Video mode Q Video mode settings are configured via the Screen Resolution dialog To open the Screen Resolution dialog click Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Display gt Change
180. uter receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Hibernate feature BR Allows the use of the panel power off feature Starting Hibernation Mode You can also enable Hibernation Mode by pressing FN F4 please refer to the Hot key functions section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for further details To enter Hibernation Mode follow the steps below 1 Click Start 2 Point to the arrow icon 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 define these settings you can follow the steps as described below 1 Click Start and click the Control Panel 2 Click System and Security and click Power Options 3 Click Choose what the power buttons do or Choose what closing the lid does 4 Enable the desired Hibernation Mode settings for When I press the power button and When close the lid 5 Click the Save changes button Data save in Hibernation Mode When you turn off the power in Hibernation Mode the computer will take a moment to save the current data in memory to the hard disk drive During this time the Hard Disk Drive Optical Disc Drive indicator will glow After you turn off the computer and the content of memory has been saved to the hard disk drive turn off the power to any peripheral devices Do not turn the computer or dev
181. uter will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device In the event that you find that there are issues getting an image displayed on the correct monitor you should consider using the FN F5 hot key to change the display settings if you then disconnect the external monitor before you turn the computer s power off be sure to press FN F5 hot key again to switch to the internal display Please refer to the The Keyboard section for further details on using hot keys to change the display setting User s Manual 3 39 HDMI Do not disconnect the external monitor while in Sleep or Hibernation Mode Turn off the computer before disconnecting the external monitor When displaying desktop at external analog monitor desktop is sometimes displayed on the center of the monitor with black bars around desktop with small size At that time please read the manual of the monitor and set the display mode which is supporting at the monitor Then it will be displayed with suitable size with correct aspect ratio Some models are equipped with an HDMI out port An HDMI monitor can be connected to the HDMI out port on the computer To connect monitor follow the steps as detailed below As the port operation of all HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface monitors have not been confirmed some HDMI monitors may not function properly Connecting the HDMI out port 1 Plug one end of the
182. wer supply managements The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display basic system configuration information and allow the functionality of some of the computer s built in hardware devices to be tested The TOSHIBA Password utility allows you to set a password in order to restrict access to the computer The TOSHIBA Flash Cards provide a quick way to modify selected system functions E Hot key function This utility allows you to customize your hardware settings according to the way you work with the computer and the peripherals you use The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides support to movement impaired users when they need to use the TOSHIBA Hot key functions In use the utility allows you to make the FN key sticky that is you can press it once release it and they press one of the Function keys in order to access its specific function When set the FN key will remain active until another key is pressed User s Manual 4 1 TOSHIBA Face TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face Recognition verification library to verify the face data of users when they log in to Windows If the verification is successful the user will be logged into Windows automatically The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like which makes the login process easier For more information please refer to the Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition section TOSHIBA VIDEO This software is provided for playback of Video PLAYER
183. wizard interface with specific task oriented features The Labelflash feature also allows texts and images to be printed on the label surface of Labelflash compatible media without using a printer This feature of Corel Digital Studio for TOSHIBA is only available in some models User s Manual 4 3 Corel Label Once TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Sleep Utility TOSHIBA Bulletin Board Label Once allows users to design and print labels for discs The Labelflash feature also allows texts and images to be printed on the label surface of Labelflash compatible media without using a printer This feature of Corel Digital Studio is only available in some models For more information please refer to the Using Corel Digital Studio for TOSHIBA section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics This application allows your computer to automatically search for TOSHIBA software updates or other alerts from TOSHIBA that are specific to your computer system and its programs When enabled this application periodically transmits to our servers a limited amount of system information which will be treated in strict accordance with the rules and regulations as well as applicable data protection law To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Service Station This utility is able to either enable or disable the Sleep and Charge function Shows the positions of USB ports that suppo
184. y USB device In addition to the information in this section please also refer to the documentation supplied with your USB device Problem USB device does not work Procedure 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 gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as required and click OK In this instance you should initially try changing the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the pointer speed as required and click OK The elements of the mouse responsible for detecting movement might be dirty please refer to the documentation supplied with the mouse for instructions on how to clean it If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact TOSHIBA Support Procedure Remove the USB device from the computer and then reconnect it to a free port in order to ensure it is firmly attached Ensure that any required USB device drivers are properly installed to achieve this you should refer to both the device documentation and the operating system documentation Sleep and Charge function For more informa
185. y release latch and cause injuries Removing the battery pack To remove a discharged battery follow the steps as detailed below Save your work Turn the computer s power off ensure that the Power indicator is off Remove all cables and peripherals that are connected to the computer Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down Slide the battery lock 1 into its unlock _ position Slide and hold the battery release latch 2 to disengage the battery pack and then remove it from the computer GO Pa NS Figure 5 1 Releasing the battery pack 1 Battery lock 3 Battery pack 2 Battery release latch Installing the battery pack To install a battery pack follow the steps as detailed below Do not touch the battery release latch while holding the computer or the battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the battery release latch and cause injuries User s Manual 5 8 1 Insert the battery pack as far as it will go into the computer 2 Ensure that the battery pack is securely in place and the battery lock is in its lock position 3 Turn your computer over Power up modes The computer has three different power up modes as follows E 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 off E Hibernation Mode
186. ying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer s External RGB monitor port Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 and 3 0 ports HDMI out port and microphone jack Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user s authority to operate the equipment FCC conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to User s Manual vi the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Contact Address TOSHIBA America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine California 92618 1697 Telephone 949 583 3000 EU Declaration of Conformity This product is carrying the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives Responsible for CE Marking is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 41460 Neuss Germany The complete and official EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on TOSHIBA s web site http epps toshiba teg com on the Internet CE compliance This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with

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