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TOSHIBA
Satellite E100 series
User’s Manual
Copyright
© 2008 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
TOSHIBA Satellite E100 series Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition September 2008
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Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA
Satellite E100 series Portable Personal 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
IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC is a trademark of International
Business Machine Corporation.
Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are registered trademark or trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Microsoft, Windows ® and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
DirectX, ActiveDesktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks ot trademarks of
Adobe system Incorporated in the United States.
Bluetooth TM is a registered trademark owned by its proprietor and used by
TOSHIBA under license.
ConfigFree is a trademark of TOSHIBA Corporation.
DVD MovieFactory is trademark of the Ulead System. Inc.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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Dolby Sound Room is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
ExpressCard is a trademark of PCMCIA.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
LabelFlash TM is a trademark of YAMAHA Corporation.
Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and i.LINK are registered trademark and i.LINK is a trademark of SONY Corporation.
Secure Digital and SD are trademark of SD Card Association.
MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association.
xD-Picture Card is a trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual.
Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to help to protect yourself and your computer.
When Using Your Computer
Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the base resting directly on your body. With extended operation, heat can potentially build up in the base. Allowing sustained contact with the skin could cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn .
■ Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow installation instructions closely.
■ Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other container where metal objects (such as car keys) could short-circuit the battery terminals. The resulting excessive current follow can cause extremely high temperatures and may result in damage from burns.
■ Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adaptor’s power cable and that the cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on.
■ Place the AC adaptor in a ventilated area, such as a desk top or on the floor, when you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery. Do not cover the AC adaptor with papers or other items that will reduce cooling; also, do not use the AC adaptor while it is inside a carrying case.
■ Use only the AC adaptor and batteries that are approved for use with this computer. Use of another type of battery or AC adaptor may risk fire or explosion.
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■ Before you connect the computer to a power source, ensure that the voltage rating of the AC adaptor matches that of the available power source. 115 V/60 Hz in most of North and South America and some Far
Eastern countries such as Taiwan. 100 V/50 Hz in eastern Japan and
100 V/60 Hz in western Japan. 230 V/50 Hz in most of Europe, the
Middle East, and the Far East.
■ If you use an extension cable with your AC adaptor, ensure that the total ampere rating of the products plugged in to the extension cable does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable.
■ To remove power from the computer, turn it off, remove the battery, and disconnect the AC adaptor from the electrical outlet.
■ To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
■ When setting up the computer for work, place it on a level surface.
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:
■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Only peripherals complying 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 monitor port, USB 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.
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FCC Conditions
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful 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 Comformity
Supplementary Information: The product complies with the requirements
Of the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC,the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.”
This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related
European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe,
Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.
Canadian Regulatory Information (Canada Only)
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference
Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Note that Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) regulations provide, that changes or modifications not expressly approved by
TOSHIBA Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causng Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouileur du Canada.
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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.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.
This symbol may not be displayed depending on the country and region where you purchased.
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ENERGY STAR
®
Program
Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR ® Compliant. If the model you purchased is compliant, it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR the computer and the following information applies.
® logo on
TOSHIBA is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA)
ENERGY STAR ® Program and has designed this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR ® guidelines for energy efficiency. Your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes.
To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in AC power mode. We recommend that you leave this and other energy saving features active, so that your computer will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. You can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button.
According to the EPA, a computer meeting the new ENERGY STAR ® specifications will use between 20% and 50% less energy depending on how it is used. If all U.S. household and businesses replaced old computers with new ENERGY STAR ® qualified models, we would save more than $1.8 billion in energy costs over the next five years and avoid greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to more than 2.7 million cars.
If every computer purchased by businesses next year met the new
ENERGY STAR ® requirements, businesses would save more than $210 million over the lifetime of those models. That is equivalent to lighting 120 million square feet of U.S. commercial building space each year.
Visit http://www.energystar.gov
or http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement for more information regarding the ENERGY STAR ® Program.
Optical Disc Drive Standards
TOSHIBA Satellite E100 series computer is shipped with one of the following drives preinstalled: DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive or DVD Super
Multi (+-R DL) /w Label Flash drive.
The drive has one of the following labels:
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
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Before it is shipped, the Class 1 Laser is certified to meet the United States
Chapter 21 Standards of the Department of Health and Human Services
(DHHS 21 CFR).
For any other country, the drive is certified to meet the Class 1 Laser standards of IEC825 and EN60825.
Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions
■ The drive 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.
■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure
■ To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) Drive
Panasonic UJ862AB/UJ862EB
Location of the required label
COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21
CFR SUBCHAPTER J.
MANUFACTURED
Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.
1-62, 4-Chome Minoshima
Hakata-ku Fukuoka, Japan
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International Precautions
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.
VORSICHT: Dieses Gerät enthält ein
Laser-System und ist als
“LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT” klassifiziert. Für den richtigen Gebrauch dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die
Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch und bewahren diese bitte als Referenz auf. Falls Probleme mit diesem Modell auftreten, benachrichtigen Sie bitte die nächste “autorisierte Service-Vertretung”.
Um einen direkten Kontakt mit dem
Laserstrahl zu vermeiden darf das Gerät nicht geöffnet werden.
ADVARSEL: Denne mærking er anbragt udvendigt på apparatet og indikerer, at apparatet arbejder med laserstråler af klasse 1, hviket betyder, at der anvendes laserstrlier af svageste klasse, og at man ikke på apparatets yderside kan bilve udsat for utilladellg kraftig stråling.
APPARATET BOR KUN ÅBNES AF
FAGFOLK MED SÆRLIGT KENDSKAB
TIL APPARATER MED
LASERSTRÅLER!
Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne advarselsmækning, som advarer imod at foretage sådanne indgreb i apparatet, at man kan komme til at udsatte sig for laserstråling.
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OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråining
överstigande gränsen för laserklass 1.
VAROITUS.
Suojakoteloa si saa avata.
Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaarallista lasersäteilyä.
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR
ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S
MANUAL MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
VORSICHT: DIE VERWENDUNG VON
ANDEREN STEUERUNGEN ODER
EINSTELLUNGEN ODER DAS
DURCHFÜHREN VON ANDEREN
VORGÄNGEN ALS IN DER
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
BESCHRIEBEN KÖNNEN
GEFÄHRLICHE
STRAHLENEXPOSITIONEN ZUR
FOLGE HABEN.
Important Notice
Copyrighted works including, but not limited to music, video, computer program, databases are protected by copyright laws. Unless specifically permitted under applicable copyright laws, you cannot copy, modify, assign, transmit or otherwise dispose of any copyrighted work with the consent of the owner of the copyright. Please take notice that unauthorized copying, modification, assignment, transmission and disposition may be subject to claims for damages and penalties.
■ Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
■ Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
■ Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.
■ Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer.
■ Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional battery pack. Use of wrong battery could damage your computer.
TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case.
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Table of Contents
Equipment Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
TOSHIBA Value Added Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Utilities and Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Front With the Display Closed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Front With the Display Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
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Keyboard Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Region Codes for DVD Drives and Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Connecting the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Opening the Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Turning on the Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Starting Up for the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Turning Off the Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Shut Down Mode (Boot Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Hibernation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Restarting the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Create Optical Recovery Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Restoring the Preinstalled Software From the Recovery HDD . . . . . 3-9
Restoring the Preinstalled Software From Your Creating Recovery
Using the Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Using the Fingerprint Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
How to Swipe the Finger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Points to Note About the Fingerprint Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Fingerprint Sensor Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Points to Note About the Fingerprint Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Set Up Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
How to Delete the Fingerprint Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Windows Logon Via Fingerprint Authentication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Fingerprint System Boot Authentication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Fingerprint Single-Swipe Sign-On Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
USB Sleep and Charge Function *8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
How to Enable/disable USB Sleep and Charge Function . . . . . . . . 4-10
Using Optical Disc Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Removing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Function Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) Drive. . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Important Message (DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) Drive). . . . . . . . . . 4-15
Before Writing or Rewriting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
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When Writing or Rewriting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Disclaimer (DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) Drive). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
TOSHIBA Disc Creator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Data Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
How to Learn More About TOSHIBA Disc Creator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
When Using Ulead DVD MovieFactory® for TOSHIBA . . . . . . . . . 4-20
TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Notes on Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Adjusting System Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
Changing System Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
Realtek HD Audio Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
Using the Web Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
Using the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28
Using the Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
Note on Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
How to Register the Face Recognition Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30
How to Delete the Face Recognition Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31
How to Launch the Help File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31
Windows Logon via TOSHIBA Face Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32
Using the FM Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Wireless Communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Bluetooth TM Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34
Wireless Communication Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35
Connecting LAN Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
Disconnecting LAN Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
Cleaning the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
Moving the Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
Function Keys: F1 … F12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Soft Keys: FN Key Combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
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Emulating Keys on an Enhanced Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Windows Special Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Turning on the Overlays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Numeric Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Temporarily Using Normal Keyboard (Overlay On). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Temporarily Using Overlay (Overlay Off) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Temporarily Changing Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Generating ASCII Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Real Time Clock Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Care and Use of the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Charging the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Monitoring Battery Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Maximizing Battery Operating Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Retaining Data with Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Extending Battery Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Replacing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11
Removing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-11
Installing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Starting the Computer by Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Power-up Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Windows Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Panel Power On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
System Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Accessing HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
HW Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
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Cards/Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Power Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Peripheral Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Installing an ExpressCard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Removing an ExpressCard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Memory Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Inserting a Memory Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Removing a Memory Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Memory Expansion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Installing Memory Module(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Removing Memory Module(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
Additional Battery Pack (8 cell). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14
Additional AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14
Setting for Display Video on HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17
Disconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19
Problem Solving Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Preliminary Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Analyzing the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Hardware and System Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
System Start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Hard Disk Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7
DVD Super Multi(+-R DL) Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8
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Fingerprint Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-11
Memory cards:Secure Digital(SD), Secure Digital High Capacity(SDHC),
External Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Sound System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13
USB Sleep and Charge Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14
eSATA/USB Combo Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15
Sleep/Hibernation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16
Recovery Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
TOSHIBA Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Before You Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
Where to Write . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
Memory (Main System) *2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
HDD Drive Capacity and External HDD Capacity *4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Graphics Processor Unit (GPU) *6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Non-applicable Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
LCD Brightness and Eye Strain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
USB Sleep and Charge *8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Satellite E100 series computer. This powerful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing.
This manual tells you how to set up and begin using your Satellite E100 series computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.
If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing, first read over the
and
The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize
yourself with the computer’s features, components and accessory devices.
for step-by-step instructions on setting up your computer.
If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organized, then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to read the
section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are
uncommon or unique to the computers and carefully read HW Setup and
If you are going to install ExpressCards or connect external
devices such as a printer, be sure to read Chapter 8, Optional Devices
.
Manual Contents
This manual is composed of the following chapters, appendixes, a glossary and an index.
Chapter 1,
, is an overview of the computer’s features, capabilities, and options.
Chapter 2,
, identifies the components of the computer and briefly explains how they function.
Chapter 3,
Getting Started , provides a quick overview of how to begin
operating your computer.
Chapter 4,
, includes tips on care of the computer and on using the touchpad, the fingerprint sensor, optical disc drive, Audio/Video controls, the web camera, the microphone, the FM tuner, wireless communication and LAN.
Chapter 5,
, describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hot keys.
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Chapter 6,
, gives details on the computer’s power resources and battery save modes.
Chapter 7,
HW Setup and Passwords , explains how to configure the
computer using the HW Setup program. It also tells how to set a password.
Chapter 8,
, describes the optional hardware available.
Chapter 9,
, provides helpful information on how to perform some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the computer doesn’t seem to be working properly.
, provides Legal Footnotes information related to your computer.
The
provide technical information about your computer.
The
defines general computer terminology and includes a list of acronyms used in the text.
The
Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual.
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 parenthesis following their definition. For example: Read Only
Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the
.
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.
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Display
ABC Names of windows or icons or text generated by the computer that appear on its display screen are presented in the typeface 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.
Pay attention! A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment.
Please read. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of your equipment.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in death or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.
Terminology
This term is defined in this document as follows:
Start
The word “ Start ” refers to the “
Microsoft ® Windows Vista™.
” button in
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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.
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:
■ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.
■ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers(other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones.
■ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.
■ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.
■ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.
Stress Injury
Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort . It contains information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use.
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General Precautions
Heat Injury
■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time, for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, your skin might suffer a low-heat injury.
■ If the 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.
■ 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.
■ 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.
ExpressCard Overheating
Some ExpressCards can become hot during prolonged use which may result in errors or instability in the operation of the device in question. In addition, you should also be careful when you remove an ExpressCard that has been used for a long time.
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 it is 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 is described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort .
Be sure to read it before using the computer.
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the computer’s features, options and accessories.
Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA.
Equipment Checklist
Carefully unpack your computer.
Save the box and packaging materials for future use.
Hardware
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
■ Universal AC adaptor and power cord
■ Battery pack
■ FM antenna (Provided with some models)
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Software
Microsoft
®
Windows Vista
™
The following software is preinstalled:
■ Microsoft ® Windows Vista™
■ Bluetooth Driver (Can be used only for Bluetooth models)
■ Display Drivers for Windows
■ Fingerprint utility (Can be used only for Fingerprint utility models)
■ LAN Driver
■ Pointing Device Driver
■ Sound Driver for Windows
■ Ulead DVD MovieFacotry ® for TOSHIBA
■ Wireless LAN driver (Can be used only for Wireless LAN models)
■ TOSHIBA Assist
■ TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree
■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator
■ TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER
■ TOSHIBA Face Recognition (Is preinstalled with some models)
■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities
■ TOSHIBA User’s Manual
■ TOSHIBA Value Added Package
SD Memory Card Format Utility and other SD functions are packaged into
TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities. When uninstalling the SD utilities, click
Start → Control Panel
Memory Utilities.
→ Uninstall a program , and select TOSHIBA SD
Documentation
■ User Information Guide
■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
■ End User License Agreement
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Features
This computer incorporates the following features and benefits:
Processor
Built-in Your computer is equipped with one processor and 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
TOSHIBA → Utilities →
→ All Programs
PC diagnostic Tool
→
.
Memory
Slots PC2-5300/PC2-6400 512 MB, 1 GB or 2 GB memory modules can be installed in the two memory slots.
Maximum system memory size and speed are depending on the model you purchased.
PC2-6400 memory module works as PC2-5300 speed on Mobile Intel
GL40 Express Chipset models.
®
Depending on the model you purchased.
Mobile Intel ® GM45 Express Chipset model/
Mobile Intel ® GL40 Express Chipset model:
Video RAM capacity shares with main memory, and the proportion depends on Dynamic Video
Memory Technology.
Disks
DVD Super Multi (+-R
DL) drive
Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD
Super Multi (+- R DL) drive module that allows you to record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It reads DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-
ROMs at maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to 24 speed, CD-RW at up to 16 speed, DVD-
R at up to 8 speed, DVD-RW at up to 6 speed,
DVD-RAM at up to 5 speed, DVD+R at up to 8 speed, DVD+RW at up to 8 speed, DVD+R DL at up to 4 speed and DVD-R DL at up to 4 speed.
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Hard disk drive
(HDD)
Introduction
This drive supports the following formats:
■ DVD-ROM
■ DVD-Video
■ DVD-R
■ DVD-RW
■ DVD+R
■ DVD+RW
■ DVD-RAM
■ DVD+R DL
■ DVD-R DL
■ CD-DA
■ CD-Text
■ CD-R
■ CD-RW
■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
■ CD-ROMXA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)
■ CD-G (Audio CD only)
■ Photo CD (single/multi-session)
■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)
■ Addressing Method 2
The computer has one integrated, 2 1/2" hard disk drive for nonvolatile storage of data and software(depending on the model you purchased). It comes in the following sizes.
■ 120 GB
■ 160 GB
■ 200 GB
■ 250 GB
■ 320 GB
■ 500 GB
Disclaimer (Hard disk drive capacity)
For more information on the Disclaimer regarding
Hard disk drive capacity, please refer to the Legal
Footnotes section in Chapter 10.
Additional hard disk drive sizes may be introduced.
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Keyboard
Built-in 85 keys, compatible with IBM ® enhanced keyboard, supported backlight function, embedded numeric overlay, dedicated cursor control, and keys. See Chapter 5,
, for details.
Pointing device
Built-in
A touchpad and control buttons in the palm rest enable control of the on-screen pointer.
Power
Battery pack
RTC battery
AC adaptor
The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack.
The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time
Clock (RTC) and calendar.
The universal AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low. It comes with a detachable power cord.
Because it is universal, it can receive a range of
AC voltage between 100 and 240 volts.
Ports
Headphone(S/PDIF) Enables connection of a stereo headphone.
Microphone Enables connection of a microphone.
External monitor port
Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0) ports eSATA/USB combo port i.LINK™
(IEEE1394) port
15-pin, analog VGA port.(Provided with some models)
Two Universal Serial Bus (USB) enable a chain connection of USB-equipped devices to your computer through the ports.
One eSATA/Universal Serial Bus (USB) combo enables a chain connection of USB-equipped or eSATA-equipped devices to your computer through the port.
This port enables high-speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video camera.(Provided with some models)
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FM tuner jack
HDMI port
Slots
Bridge media slot
ExpressCard slot
Introduction
This jack enables a FM tuner antenna connection.(Provided with some models)
This HDMI port allows you to connect external display/audio devices.
This slot allows you to easily transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras and Personal
Digital Assistants, that use flash memory (Secure
Digital(SD)/Secure Digital High Capacity(SDHC)/
Memory Stick(MS)/Memory Stick Pro(MS
Pro)/MultiMediaCard(MMC)/xD-Picture
Card(xD)). See Chapter 8,
details.
This slot allows you to install an
ExpressCard™/34 to expand functionality. See
Chapter 8,
Optional Devices , for details.(Provided
with some models)
Multimedia
Web camera
Sound system
Record/Send still or video images with this integrated web camera. (Provided with some models)
Windows Sound System compatible sound system provides internal speaker as well as jacks for an external microphone and headphone. It also has a volume control dial.
Communications
LAN
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The computer is equipped with a LAN that supports Gigabit Ethernet (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T). It is preinstalled as a standard device in some markets.
A Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card is equipped with other LAN systems based on
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum/Orthogonal
Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802.11 Standard
(Revision A, B, G and draft N).
Roaming over multiple channels.
(Provided with some models)
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Bluetooth
Wireless communication switch
Some computers in this series are equipped with
Bluetooth functions. Bluetooth TM wireless technology eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as computers and printers. Bluetooth TM provides fast, reliable, and secure wireless communication in a small space.
This switch turns wireless devices RF transmission(Wireless LAN and Bluetooth) functions on and off. (Provided with some models)
Security
Security lock slot Connects a security lock to anchor the computer to a desk or other large object.
Software
Operating system
TOSHIBA Utilities
Plug and Play
Microsoft ® Windows Vista™ is available. Refer to the preinstalled
Software section at the front of
this chapter.
A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled to make your computer more convenient to use.
Refer to the
Utilities and Applications section in
this chapter.
When you connect an external device to the computer or when you install a component, Plug and Play capability enables the system to recognize the connection and make the necessary configurations automatically.
Special Features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use. To access the Power Options, click Start → Control Panel → System and
Maintenance → Power Options
Hot keys Key combinations allow you to quickly modify the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system configuration program.
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Display automatic power off
HDD automatic power off
System automatic sleep/hibernation
This feature automatically cuts off power to the internal display when there is no keyboard input for a time specified. Power is restored when any 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 time specified. Power is restored when the hard disk is accessed. This can be specified in the Power
Options.
This feature automatically shuts down the system in sleep mode or hibernation mode when there is no input or hardware access for a time specified.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
Keypad overlay A ten-key pad is integrated into the keyboard.
Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5,
, for instructions on using the keypad overlay.
Power-on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and user, are available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer.
Instant security A hot key function blanks the screen and disables the computer providing data security.
Intelligent power supply
A microprocessor in the computer’s intelligent power supply detects the battery’s charge and calculates the remaining battery capacity. It also protects electronic components from abnormal conditions, such as voltage overload from an AC adaptor. This can be specified in the Power
Options.
Battery save mode This feature allows you to configure the computer in order to save battery power. This can be specified in the Power Options.
Panel power on/off This feature turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the panel is opened. This can be specified in the Power Options.
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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 and shuts down. This can be specified in the Power
Options.
To protect from overheating, the CPU has an internal temperature sensor. 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
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection
section in
for details.
The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive will not be damaged.
Hibernation
Sleep
This feature allows you to turn off the power without exiting from your software. The contents of main memory are saved to the hard disk, when you turn on the power again, you can continue working right where you left off. Refer to the
Turning Off the Power section in Chapter 3,
If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn off the power without exiting from your software.
Data is maintained in the computer’s main memory. When you turn on the power again, you can continue working right where you left off.
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TOSHIBA Value Added Package
This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features preinstalled on the computer.
TOSHIBA Power
Saver
TOSHIBA Button
Support
TOSHIBA Zooming
Utility
TOSHIBA PC
Diagnostic Tool
TOSHIBA Flash
Cards
TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the features of more various power supply managements.
This utility controls the following computer button functions.
■ Mute button
The starting application from the button can be changed.
This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the icon size on the Windows Desktop, or the zoom factor associated with specific supported applications.
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.
This utility supports the following functions.
■ Hot key function
■ TOSHIBA utility launcher function
■ When you start or resume your computer, the TOSHIBA Flash Cards may take a moment to become available and may display several times before completely activating. The hot key functions will be available once the TOSHIBA Flash Cards are completely active.
■ If your system is busy and you see a [Not Responding] message, allow TOSHIBA Flash Cards to completely activate before you continue to use the utility and hot keys.
TOSHIBA
Accessibility
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 then press one of the " F " keys in order to access its specific function. When set, the FN key will remain active until another key is pressed.
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Utilities and Applications
This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For details on operation, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or readme.txt files
TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that provides easy access to help and services.
HW Setup utility
TOSHIBA DVD
PLAYER
TOSHIBA
Disc Creator
To start the utility, click the Windows Start button, point to All Programs , click TOSHIBA , click
Utilities , and select HWSetup icon.
This software is provided for playback of DVD
Video.
You can create CD/DVDs in several formats including audio CDs that can be played on a standard stereo CD player and data CD/DVDs to store the files and folderson your hard disk drive.
This software can be used on a model with DVD
Super Multi (+-R DL) drive.
You can boot TOSHIBA Disc Creator from the menu bar as follows.
Start → All Programs
Applications →
→ TOSHIBA
Disc Creator
→ CD&DVD
TOSHIBA
DVD-RAM utility
TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility has the function of
Physical Format and Write-Protect to DVD-RAM.
This utility is contained the setup module of
TOSHIBA Disc Creator.
You can boot TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility from the menu bar as follows.
Start → All Programs
Applications →
→ TOSHIBA
DVD-RAM Utility
→ CD&DVD
You can edit digital video and make a DVD-Video and support Labelflash function.
Ulead DVD
MovieFactory ® for
TOSHIBA
TOSHIBA ConfigFree ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy control of communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also allows you to find communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between location and communication networks.
You can boot ConfigFree from the menu bar as follows.
Start → All Programs → TOSHIBA → ConfigFree
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TOSHIBA Face
Recognition
TOSHIBA Bluetooth
Stack
TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face 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.
This software enables communication between remote Bluetooth devices.
Bluetooth cannot be used in models that do not have a Bluetooth module installed.
Fingerprint Utility This product has a fingerprint utility installed for the purpose of enrolling and recognizing fingerprints. By enrolling the ID and password to the fingerprint authentication device, it is no longer necessary to input the password from the keyboard. Just by swiping the finger against the fingerprint sensor, the following functions will be enabled:
■ Logon to Windows and access a securityenabled homepage through IE (Internet
Explorer).
■ Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted and third party access to them prevented.
■ Disable the password-protected screen-saver when returning from power-saving (sleep) mode.
■ Pr-OS feature and Single Sign-On feature.
■ Authentication of the User Password and
Hard Disk Password when booting up the computer.
Fingerprint utility cannot be used in models that do not have a fingerprint module installed.
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Mobility Center
Introduction
This section describes the Windows Mobility
Center.
Mobility Center is a utility for accessing several mobile PC settings quickly in one window. A default maximum of eight tiles are provided by the operating system, and the additional two tiles are added to your Mobility Center.
■ Lock Computer: This can be used to lock your computer without turning it off. This has the same function as the Lock button at the bottom of the right pane in the start menu.
■ TOSHIBA Assist: This can be used to open
TOSHIBA Assist if it is already installed in your computer.
Options
You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use. The following options are available:
Memory expansion Two memory expansion slots are available for installing PC2-5300/PC2-6400 512 MB, 1 GB or
2 GB memory modules of all models.
Maximum system memory size and speed are depending on the model you purchased.
PC2-6400 memory module works as PC2-5300 speed on Mobile Intel ®
GL40 Express Chipset models.
Battery Pack
AC adaptor
An additional battery pack 8 cell type (PA3672U-
1BAS/PA3672U-1BRS) can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer. The battery pack is identical to the one that came with your computer. Use it as a spare or replacement.
If you use your computer at more than one site, it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor (PA3468U-1ACA) for each site so you will not have to carry the adaptor with you.
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USB FDD kit
Security lock
Introduction
The USB floppy disk drive accommodates either a 1.44 MB or 720 KB floppy disk through connection to one of the computer’s USB ports.
In use, please be aware that, while you cannot format 720 KB floppy disks under Windows
Vista™, you are able to read and write to disks that have already been formatted.
A slot is available to attach a security cable to the computer to deter theft.
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Chapter 2
The Grand Tour
This chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer.
Front With the Display Closed
Figure 2-1 shows the computer’s front with its display panel in the closed position.
S TEREO SPEAKER
H EADPHONE (S/PDIF) JACK
M ICROPHONE JACK
S TEREO SPEAKER
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W IRELESS COMMUNICATION SWITCH *
*D EPENDING ON THE MODEL YOU PURCHASED .
Figure 2-1 Front of the computer with display closed
Bridge media slot
This slot allows you to easily transfer data from devices, such as digital camera and PDA, that use flash memory (Secure Digital(SD)/Secure
Digital High Capacity(SDHC) Memory
Stick(MS)/Memory Stick Pro(MS
Pro)/MultiMediaCard(MMC)/xD-Picture
Card(xD)).
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Headphone
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Wireless communication switch
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A standard 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a microphone or other device for audio input.
A standard 3.5 mm mini headphone jack with
S/PDIF jack out enables connection of a stereo headphone (16 ohm minimum) or other device for audio output. When you connect headphones, the internal speaker is automatically disabled.
Slide this switch toward the right of the computer to turn on wireless communication. Slide it toward the left of the computer to turn off the functions.
(Provided with some models)
Set the switch to turn off in airplanes and hospitals. Check the wireless communication indicator. It stops glowing when the wireless communication is terminated.
System indicators
Stereo speaker
Five LEDs allow you to monitor the DC IN, power status, main battery, HDD/ODD/eSATA and
Bridge media slot. Details are in
section.
The speaker emits sound generated by your software as well as audio alarms, such as low battery condition, generated by the system.
Right Side
Figure 2-3 shows the computer’s right side.
S ECURITY LOCK SLOT
USB PORT
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O PTICAL DISC DRIVE
*D EPENDING ON THE MODEL YOU PURCHASED .
Figure 2-2 The right side of the computer
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ExpressCard slot
The computer provides an ExpressCard slot on its right side, which allows you to install an additional ExpressCard™/34. (Provided with some models)
Keep foreign objects out of the ExpressCard slot. A pin or similar object can damage the computer’s circuitry.
Optical disc drive
Universal serial bus
(USB 2.0) port
A DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive.
One universal serial bus (USB) port complies with USB 2.0 standards, which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1 standards. The port with the icon ( ) has USB
Sleep and Charge function and also supports
USB 1.1.
Keep foreign objects out of the USB connectors. A pin or similar object can damage the computer’s circuitry.
Operation of all functions of all USB devices has not been confirmed. some functions might not execute properly.
DC IN 19V
Security lock slot
The AC adaptor connects to this socket. Use only the model of AC adaptor that comes with the computer. Using the wrong adaptor can damage your computer.
A security cable attaches to this slot. The optional security cable anchors your computer to a desk or other large object to deter theft.
Back Side
Figure 2-4 shows the computer’s back side.
Figure 2-3 The computer’s back side
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Left Side
Figure 2-2 shows the computer’s left side.
F AN VENT eSATA/USB COMBO PORT
LAN JACK
E XTERNAL MONITOR PORT *
HDMI PORT *
USB i.LINK (IEEE1394) PORT *
PORT
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*D EPENDING ON THE MODEL YOU PURCHASED .
External monitor port
Figure 2-4 The left side of the computer
This 15-pin port allows you to connect an external monitor.(Provided with some models)
Fan vent
Provides air flow for the fan.
Be careful not to block the fan vent. Also be careful to keep foreign objects out of the vents. A pin or similar object can damage the computer’s circuitry.
HDMI port
HDMI port can connect with Type A connector
HDMI cable. One HDMI cable can send and receive video, audio and control signals.(Provided with some models)
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This jack allows you to connect to a LAN. The adaptor has built-in support for Gigabit Ethernet
(1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T). The
LAN has two indicators. See Chapter 4,
, for details.
Connects an external device, such as a digital video camera to this port for high-speed data transfer. (Provided with some models)
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When multiple IEEE1394 devices are connected to a PC, the devices may not correctly be identified. This problem may occur when Windows Vista™ is restarted while the devices are connected or when the power to the
IEEE1394 devices is turned on before the PC is turned on. If it occurs, disconnect the IEEE1394 cables and then reconnect them.
eSATA/USB combo port
Universal serial bus
(USB 2.0) port
One eSATA/universal serial bus (USB) combo port complies with USB 2.0 standards, which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1 standards. The port with the icon ( ) has USB Sleep and Charge function and also supports USB 1.1. This combo port also enables a chain connection of USB-equipped or eSATA-equipped devices to your computer through the port.
One universal serial bus (USB) port complies with USB 2.0 standards, which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1 standards. The port with the icon ( ) has USB
Sleep and Charge function and also supports
USB 1.1.
Keep foreign objects out of the USB connector and eSATA/USB combo connector. A pin or similar object can damage the computer’s circuitry.
A connected eSATA device may not be recognized if it is connected to the computer's eSATA/USB combo port while the computer is in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode.
If this occurs, disconnect the eSATA device and then reconnect the device while the computer is turned on.
Operation of all functions of all USB devices and eSATA devices has not been confirmed. Some functions might not execute properly.
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FM tuner jack A FM tuner jack enables FM tuner antenna connection.(Provided with some models)
Underside
Figure 2-5 shows the underside of the computer. Make sure the display is closed before turning over your computer.
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B ATTERY PACK B ATTERY RELEASE LATCH
Figure 2-5 The underside of the compute r
Battery pack lock Slide the battery pack lock to unlocked position to free the battery release latch.
Battery pack The battery pack powers the computer when the
AC adaptor is not connected. The Batteries
section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-up
, describes how to access the battery pack. Additional battery packs can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer to extend the computer’s battery operating time.
Battery release latch Slide this latch to release the battery pack.
This latch moves only when the computer is upside down.
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Front With the Display Open
Figure 2-6 shows the front of the computer with the display open. To open the display, lift the display up and position the display at a comfortable viewing angle.
B UILT IN MICROPHONE *
W EB CAMERA LED* W EB CAMERA *
D ISPLAY SCREEN
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F UNCTION
BUTTON *
T OUCHPAD
F INGERPRINT
SENSOR *
T OUCHPAD CONTROL BUTTONS
*D EPENDING ON THE MODEL YOU PURCHASED .
Figure 2-6 The front with the display open
Display screen
Power button
The full-color LCD displays high-contrast text and graphics The computer’s LCD is 14" WXGA,
1280 horizontal x 800 vertical pixels.
The computer has a Thin-Film Transistor (TFT)
display. Refer to Appendix B, Display Controller.
When the computer operates on power through the AC adaptor, the display screen’s image will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power. The lower brightness level is intended to save battery power.
Press the power button to turn the computer’s power on and off. The power button LED indicates the status.
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Function button
Touchpad
Touchpad control buttons
Seven buttons allow you to manage audio/video, run applications and access utilities. Details are in the Function button section.
Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling, selecting, and double-clicking.
Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse.
Fingerprint sensor
Just by swiping the finger against the fingerprint sensor, the following functions will be enabled
(Provided with some models):
■ Logon to Windows and access a securityenabled homepage through IE (Internet
Explorer).
■ Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted and third party access to them prevented.
■ Disable the password-protected screensaver when returning from power-saving (Sleep) mode.
■ Single-Swipe Sign-On feature.
■ Authentication of the User Password and
Hard Disk Password when booting up the computer.
Built-in microphone Records monaural sounds into your applications.
(Provided with some models)
Web camera LED The web camera LED glows blue when the web camera software is used. (Provided with some models)
Web camera Record/Send still or video images with this integrated web camera. (Provided with some models)
Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface.
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Function Button
Seven buttons are available for use: Play/Pause, Stop, Previous, Next,
Mute, Volume +, Volume -.
These buttons allow you to manage audio/video, run applications and
access utilities. Refer to the Function Button section in Chapter 4,
Play/Pause button
Press this button to begin playing an audio CD, a
DVD movie or digital audio files. This button also acts as a Pause button.
Stop
Press this button to stop play.
Previous button
Press this button to advance to the previous track, chapter or data.
Next button
Press this button to advance to the next track, chapter or data.
Mute button
Press this button to turn off the sound.
Volume +
Increases the volume while viewing DVDs or playing CDs.
Volume -
Decreases the volume while viewing DVDs or playing CDs.
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System Indicators
Figure 2-7 shows the system indicators, which light when various computer operations are in progress.
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DC IN
Power
Main battery
HDD/ODD/eSATA
Bridge media slot
DC IN
P OWER
B RIDGE MEDIA SLOT
M AIN BATTERY
HDD/ODD/eSATA
Figure 2-7 System indicators
The DC IN indicator glows white when DC power is supplied from the AC power adaptor. If the adaptor’s output voltage is abnormal or if the power supply malfunctions, this indicator shows no light.
The Power indicator glows white when the computer is on. If you turn off the computer in sleep mode, this indicator blinks orange. If the computer shuts down, this indicator shows no light.
The Main battery indicator shows the condition of the charge. White means fully charged and orange means being charged. Refer to Chapter
.
The HDD/ODD/eSATA indicator glows white when the computer is accessing a hard disk drive, optical disc drive or eSATA-equipped device.
The Bridge media slot indicator glows white when the computer is accessing a memory media.
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Keyboard Indicators
The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and the CAPS LOCK indicator.
When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows the keyboard is in all-caps mode.
CAPS LOCK INDICATOR
Figure 2-8 CAPS LOCK indicator
CAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when letter keys are locked into their uppercase format.
When the F10 key indicator glows the keypad overlay allows you to control the cursor.
When the F11 key indicator glows the keypad overlay allows you to enter numbers.
A RROW MODE INDICATOR N UMERIC MODE INDICATOR
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Numeric mode
Figure 2-9 Keypad overlay indicators
When the Arrow mode indicator lights green, you can use the keypad overlay (dark gray labeled keys) as cursor keys. Refer to the
section in Chapter 5,
.
You can use the keypad overlay (dark gray labeled keys) for numeric input when the
Numeric mode indicator lights green. Refer to the
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Optical Disc Drive
A DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive. When the computer is accessing a
CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows.
Region Codes for DVD Drives and Media
Optical disc drive and media are manufactured according to the specifications of six marketing regions. When you purchase DVD-Video, make sure it matches your drive, otherwise it will not play properly.
Code
1
2
3
4
5
6
Region
Canada, United States
Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East
Southeast Asia, East Asia
Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America,
South America, Caribbean
Russia, Indian Subcontinent, Africa, North Korea,
Mongolia
China
Writable Discs
This section describes the types of writable CD/DVD discs. Check the specifications for your drive to for the type of discs it can write. Use
TOSHIBA Disc Creator to write compact discs. Refer to Chapter 4,
CDs
■ CD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed.
■ CD-RW discs can be recorded more than once.
DVDs
■ 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.
■ DVD-RW, DVD+RW and DVD-RAM discs can be recorded more than once.
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DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) Drive
The full-size DVD Super Multi drive (+-R DL) module allows you to record data to rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15")
CD/DVDs without using an adaptor.
The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge.
DVD read
DVD-R write
DVD-RW write
DVD+R write
DVD+RW write
DVD+R DL write
DVD-R DL write
DVD-RAM write
CD read
CD-R write
CD-RW write
8 speed (maximum)
8 speed (maximum)
6 speed (maximum)
8 speed (maximum)
8 speed (maximum)
4 speed (maximum)
4 speed (maximum)
5 speed (maximum)
24 speed (maximum)
24 speed (maximum)
16 speed (maximum,
Ultra-speed media)
AC Adaptor
The AC adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to the computer. It can automatically adjust to any voltage from
100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz, enabling you to use the computer in almost any region.
To recharge the battery, simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source and the computer. See Chapter 6
for details.
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Figure 2-10 The AC adaptor (2-pin plug)
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Figure 2-11 The AC adaptor (3-pin plug)
■ Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. The output rating for the computer is 19 volts DC.
■ Please use only the AC adaptor supplied with the computer or an AC adaptor certified by TOSHIBA.
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Chapter 3
Getting Started
This chapter provides basic information to start using your computer.
It covers the following topics:
Be sure also to read Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. This guide, which is included with the computer, explains product liability.
■ Connecting the AC adaptor
■ Opening the display
■ Turning on the power
■ Starting up for the first time
■ Turning off the power
■ Restarting the computer
■ System recovery options
If you are a new user, follow the steps in each section of this chapter as you prepare to operate your computer
All users should be sure to carefully read the sections Windows Vista™ setup, which describe actions to take when you turn on the power for the first time.
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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 be connected to any power source supplying from
100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz. For details on using the AC adaptor to
charge the battery pack, refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes
.
Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. The output rating for the computer is 19 volts DC.
1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.
Figure 3-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor
2. Connect the AC adaptor’s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the right side of the computer.
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Figure 3-2 Connecting the adaptor to the computer
3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet - the Battery and DC IN indicators on the front of the computer should glow.
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Opening the Display
The display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing.
To open the display, lift the panel up and adjust it to the best viewing angle.
While you open the display, hold the base of the computer to avoid raising it.
Figure 3-3 Opening the display panel
Turning on the Power
This section describes how to turn on the power
After you turn on the power for the first time, do not turn it off until you have set up the operating system (OS) and the OS has started up .
1. If the external diskette drive is connected, make sure it is empty. If a diskette is in the drive, press the eject button and remove the diskette.
2. Open the display panel.
3. Press and hold the computer’s power button for two or three seconds.
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Figure 3-4 Turning on the power
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Starting Up for the First Time
When you first turn on the power, the computer’s initial screen is the
Microsoft ® Windows Vista™ Startup Screen Logo.
Follow the on-screen directions.
Turning Off the Power
The power can be turned off in one of three modes : shut down (Boot) , hibernation mode or sleep mode.
Shut Down Mode (Boot Mode)
When you turn off the power in shut down mode, no data is saved and the computer will boot to the operating system’s main screen.
1. If you have entered data, save it to the hard disk or to a diskette.
2. Make sure all disk(disc) activities are terminated, then remove any
CD/DVD or diskette.
Make sure the disk’s indicator is off. If you turn off the power while a disk(disc) is being accessed, you can lose data or damage the disk(disc).
3. Click Windows Start button, point to , and then select Shut Down .
4. Turn off the power to any peripheral devices.
Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately. Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge.
Hibernation Mode
The hibernation feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk when the computer is turned off. The next time the computer is turned on, the previous state is restored. The hibernation feature does not save the status of peripheral devices.
■ While entering hibernation mode, the computer saves the contents of memory to the HDD. Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed. Wait for the
HDD/ODD/eSATA indicator to go out.
■ Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in hibernation mode. Data will be lost.
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Benefits of Hibernation Mode
The hibernation feature provides the following benefits:
■ Saves data to the hard disk when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery.
For the computer to shut down in hibernation mode, the hibernation feature must be enabled in the Hibernate tab in Power Options. Otherwise, the computer will shut down in sleep mode. If battery power becomes depleted, data saved in sleep mode will be lost.
■ You can return to your previous working environment immediately when you turn on the computer.
■ Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the system hibernation feature.
■ You can use the panel power off feature.
Starting Hibernation Mode
To enter hibernation mode, follow the steps below.
Windows Vista™
1. Click Windows Start button.
2. Point to .
3. Select Hibernate .
Automatic Hibernation Mode
The computer will enter hibernation mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid. First, however, make the appropriate settings according to the steps below.
1. Open the Control Panel .
2. Open Mobile PC and open Power Options .
3. Select Choose what the power buttons do .
4. Enable the desired hibernation settings for When I press the power button and When I close the lid .
5. Click the Save changes button .
You can also enable hibernation mode by pressing FN + F4 - please refer
to Chapter 5, The Keyboard , for further details.
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Data Save in Hibernation Mode
When you turn off the power in hibernation mode, the computer takes a moment to save current memory data to the hard disk. During this time, the
HDD/ODD/eSATA indicator will light.
After you turn off the computer and memory is saved to the hard disk, turn off the power to any peripheral devices.
Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately. Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge.
Sleep Mode
In sleep mode the power remains on, but the CPU and all other devices are in sleep mode.
Turning Off Your Computer where Electronic Devices are Regulated or
Controlled.
When you have to turn off your computer aboard an aircraft or in places where electronic devices are regulated or controlled, always shut down the computer completely or put the computer into Hibernation mode instead of allowing it to go into sleep mode, and turn off any wireless communication switches or devices, while in sleep mode, the computer operating system may reactivate itself to run pre-programmed tasks or to preserve unsaved data, and might interfere with aviation or other systems, possibly causing serious injury.
■ Before entering sleep mode, be sure to save your data.
■ Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in sleep mode. The computer or the module could be damaged.
■ 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 will be lost.
Benefits of Sleep Mode
The sleep feature provides the following benefits:
■ Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than hibernation feature.
■ Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the system sleep feature.
■ You can use the panel power off feature.
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Executing Sleep Mode
You can also enable sleep mode by pressing FN + F3
, for details.
You can enter sleep mode in one of three ways:
1. Click Windows Start button, point to , and then click Sleep .
2. Close the display panel. This feature must be enabled. Refer to the
Power Options in the Control Panel.
3. Press the power button. This feature must be enabled. Refer to the
Power Options in the Control Panel.
When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer.
■ When the computer is shut down in sleep mode, the power indicator glows orange.
■ If you are operating the computer on battery power, you can lengthen the operating time by shutting down in hibernation mode. Sleep mode consumes more power.
Sleep Mode Limitations
Sleep mode will not function under the following conditions:
■ Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down.
■ Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise.
Restarting the Computer
Certain conditions require that you reset the computer, for example, if:
■ You change certain computer settings.
■ 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 achieved:
1. Click Start then click the arrow button ( ) in the power management buttons ( ) and select Restart from the menu.
2. Press CTRL , ALT and DEL simultaneously (once) to display the menu window, then click th arrow button in the lower right corner of the screen, then select Restart .
3. 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.
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System Recovery Options
About 1.5 GB hidden partition is allocated on the hard disk drive for the system recovery options.
This partition stores files which can be used to repair the system in the event of a problem.
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 some tools to repair startup problems, run diagnostics or restore the system.
You can see the more information about Startup Repair in Windows Help and Support content.
The System Recovery Options can also be run manually to repair problems.
1. Turn off the computer.
2. While holding the F8 key, turn the computer on again.
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 from this point onward.
The Window Vista Complete PC Backup feature can be used on Windows
Vista™ Business Edition and Ultimate Edition.
Create Optical Recovery Discs
A recovery image of your computer is stored on the hard disk. You may use this image to create CD or DVD recovery discs using the following steps:
1. Select either blank CDs or DVDs media.
2. The application will allow you to choose a type of media to create recovery CDs/DVD including: CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW,
DVD+R and DVD+RW.
Some media may not be compatible with optical drive of your computer.
Please verify your optical drive supports the blank media you choose.
3. Turn on your computer to open Windows Vista™.
4. Insert the (first) blank media into the tray of the optical drive.
5. Double click the Recovery Disc Creator icon on the Windows Vista™ desktop, or select the application from Start menu.
6. After Recovery Disc Creator starts, select the type of media and the title you wish to copy to the media then click the Create button.
If your optical drive can only write to CDs, select CD as the Disc Set on
Recovery Disc Creator. If your Optical Drive of your computer can write to either CD or DVDs, select the one you are using as the Disc Set on
Recovery Disc Creator.
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Restoring the Preinstalled Software From the Recovery HDD
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 preinstalled software in the event of a problem.
When re-setting up your hard disk, do not change, delete or add partition in a manner other than specified in the manual. Otherwise, space for software may be destroyed.
In addition, if you use a third-party partitioning program to reconfigure partitions on your hard disk, it may become impossible to re-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 heard before staring the restore process. Please refer to Chapter 5,
, for further details.
■ You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the preinstalled software without System Recovery Options.
1. Turn off your computer.
2. While holding down 0 (zero) key on the keyboard, turn on your computer.
3. A menu appears. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Restoring the Preinstalled Software From Your Creating Recovery
Media
If preinstalled files are damaged, use the your creating Recovery Media or using HDD Recovery to restore them. To restore the operating system and all preinstalled software, follow the steps below.
■ 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 staring the restore process. Please refer to Chapter 5,
, for further details.
■ You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the preinstalled 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 in the optional optical disc drive and turn off the computer's power.
2. Hold down the F12 key and turn on the power. When TOSHIBA
Leading Innovation>>> appears, release the F12 key.
3. Use the up or down cursor key to select CD/DVD in the display menu.
For details, refer to the Boot Priority
section in Chapter 7,
.
4. A menu appears. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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When drivers Utilities are installed, you can setup the respective drivers and utilities from the following folder. C: \ TOSAPINS\***
When removing pre-installed drivers/utilities or when installing, you can setup the respective drivers/utilities from the following folder.
C:\TOSAPINS\***
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Chapter 4
Operating Basics
This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the touchpad, the fingerprint sensor, optical disc drives, Audio/Video controls, the web camera, the microphone, the FM tuner, wireless communication and LAN. It also provides tips on caring for your computer, diskettes and
CD/DVD.
Using the Touchpad
To use the touchpad, simply touch and move your finger tip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go.
Two buttons below the touchpad are used like the buttons on a mouse pointer.
Press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer. Press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using.
You can also tap the touchpad to perform functions similar to those of the left button on a standard mouse.
Click: Tap the touchpad once.
Double-click: Tap twice
Drag and drop: Tap to select the material you want to move. Leave your finger on the touchpad after the second tap and move the material.
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F INGERPRINT SENSOR *
T OUCHPAD T OUCHPAD CONTROL BUTTONS
*D EPENDING ON THE MODEL YOU PURCHASED .
Figure 4-1 Touchpad, touchpad control buttons and fingerpring sensor
Using the Fingerprint Sensor
This product has a fingerprint utility installed for the purpose of enrolling and recognizing fingerprints. By enrolling the ID and password to the fingerprint authentication device, it is no longer necessary to input the password from the keyboard. Just by swiping the finger against the fingerprint sensor, the following functions will be enabled:
■ Logon to Windows and access a security-enabled homepage through
IE (Internet Explorer).
■ Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted and third party access to them prevented.
■ Disable the password-protected screen-saver when returning from power-saving (Sleep) mode.
■ Single-Swipe Sign-On feature.
■ Authentication of the User Password and Hard Disk Password when booting up the computer.
To “swipe” refers to the action of reading a fingerprint using the fingerprint sensor.
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How to Swipe the Finger
Using the following steps when swiping fingers for fingerprint registration or authentication will help to minimize authentication failures:
1. Align the first joint of the finger to the center of the sensor. Lightly touch the sensor and swipe finger levelly towards you.
2. While lightly touching the sensor, swipe the finger towards you until the sensor surface becomes visible.
3. Ensure the center of the fingerprint is on the sensor when swiping the finger.
Figure 4-2 Slide the finger over the recognition sensor
■ Avoid swiping with the finger stiff or pressed-on too hard:
Fingerprint reading may fail if the center of the fingerprint is not touching on the sensor, or when finger is swiped while pressing hard.
Make sure that the center of the fingerprint is touching the sensor before swiping.
■ Confirm the center of the fingerprint whirl before swiping:
The thumb’s fingerprint has a bigger whirl, which is prone to misalignment and distortions. This will cause difficulty in registration and a drop in the authentication success rate. Always confirm the center of the fingerprint whirl so that it is swiped along the centerline of the sensor.
■ When fingerprint reading is not successful:
There is a possibility of authentication failures if the finger is swiped too quickly or too slowly. Follow the onscreen instructions to adjust the speed of the swipe.
Points to Note About the Fingerprint Sensor
Failure to follow these guidelines might result in (1) damage to the sensor or cause sensor failure, (2) finger recognition problems, or lower finger recognition success rate.
■ Do not scratch or poke the sensor with your nails or any hard or sharp objects.
■ Do not press the sensor strongly.
■ Do not touch the sensor with a wet finger or any wet objects. Keep sensor surface dry and free of water vapor.
■ Do not touch the sensor with a soiled or dirty finger. Minute foreign particles on a soiled or dirty finger may scratch the sensor.
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■ Do not paste stickers or write on the sensor.
■ Do not touch the sensor with a finger or any object with built-up static electricity.
Observe the following before you place your finger on the sensor whether for fingerprint enrollment/registration or recognition.
■ Wash and dry your hands thoroughly.
■ Remove static electricity from your fingers by touching any metal surface. Static electricity is a common cause of sensor failures, especially when the weather is dry.
■ Clean the sensor with a lint-free cloth. Do not use detergent or any other chemicals to clean the sensor.
■ Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the fingerprint recognition success rate
■ Soaked or swollen finger (e.g. after taking bath)
■ Injured finger
■ Wet finger
■ Soiled or oily finger
■ Extremely dry skin condition on finger
Observe the following to improve the fingerprint recognition success rate.
■ Enroll two or more fingers.
■ Enroll additional fingers if recognition failure occurs often using enrolled fingers.
■ Check your finger condition. Changed conditions, such as injured, rough, extremely dry, wet, soiled, dirty, oily, soaked, swollen fingers, may lower the recognition success rate. Also if the fingerprint is worn down or the finger becomes thinner or fatter, the recognition success rate may be lowered.
■ The fingerprint for each finger is different and unique. Please ensure that only the registered or enrolled fingerprint or fingerprints are used for identification.
■ Check sliding position and speed.
■ The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint. However, there may be instances where certain users are unable to register their fingerprints due to insufficient unique characteristics in their fingerprints.
■ The recognition success rate may differ from user to user.
Fingerprint Sensor Limitations
■ The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint.
■ A warning message will be displayed when recognition is abnormal or recognition is not successful within a fixed duration.
■ The recognition success rate may differ from user to user.
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■ TOSHIBA does not guarantee that this fingerprint recognition technology will be error-free.
■ TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint sensor will recognize the enrolled user or 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 this fingerprint recognition software or utility.
Points to Note About the Fingerprint Utility
■ If Windows Vista™’s file encryption function EFS (Encryption File
System) is used to encrypt a file, the file cannot be further encrypted using the encryption function of this software.
■ You can back up the fingerprint data or the information registered to
Password Bank.
■ Please use Import/Export menu on Fingerprint Software Management.
■ Please also refer to the fingerprint utility Help file for more information.
You can start it using the following method:
■ Click Start, point to All Programs, point to TrueSuite Access
Manager and click Help .
■ Click Start, point to All Programs, point to TrueSuite Access
Manager and click it. The main screen is displayed. Click Help in the upper right corner of the screen.
Set Up Procedure
Please use the following procedure when first using fingerprint authentication.
Fingerprint Registration
Enroll the required authentication data using the Fingerprints Enrollment
Wizard.
■ The fingerprint authentication uses the same Windows logon ID and password. If the Windows logon password has not been setup, please do so before registration.
■ This sensor has memory space for at least 21 fingerprint patterns. You might be able to register more fingerprint patterns depending on the sensor memory usage.
1. Click Start, point to All Programs, point to TrueSuite Access
Manager and click it. Or double click the icon in the Task Bar.
2. The Enter Windows Password screen is displayed. Enter a password into the Enter Windows Password field. Click Next .
3. The Control Center screen is displayed. Click the non-enrolled finger icon above the finger.
4. The Fingerprint Enrollment screen is displayed. Confirm the message and click Next .
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5. The Scanning Practice screen is displayed. You can practice swiping your finger. When you have finished practicing swiping your finger, click Next .
6. The Fingerprint Image Capture screen is displayed. Follow the onscreen instructions and use the same finger you have selected under the Control Center to swipe your finger with good images three times for the fingerprint template to be created.
7. In case of finger injury or authentication failure, it is recommended that another fingerprint also be enrolled. The following message will be displayed: [We recommended enrolling at least two fingerprint images.] Click OK and repeat steps 3, 4, 5 and 6 with another finger.
How to Delete the Fingerprint Data
Saved fingerprint data is stored in the Non-volatile memory inside the fingerprint sensor. If you hand over the PC to others, or dispose of it, the following operations are recommended.
1. Click Start, point to All Programs, point to TrueSuite Access
Manager and click it.
2. The TrueSuite Access Manager Fingerprint Software screen is displayed.
3. Enter your Windows Password and click Next to enter the Control
Center. Or swipe your enrolled finger to enter the Control Center.
4. The user's fingers screen is displayed.
■ To delete all registered fingerprints:
1. Click Delete All Fingerprint
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to delete the registered
fingerprints
■ To delete individual fingerprints:
1. Click the fingerprint mark above the registered finger
2. Are you sure you want to delete this
fingerprint?
will be displayed on screen, click Yes button.
5. When Delete All Fingerprints is selected, the user selection screen will be displayed, so select which user's fingerprint data to delete.
■ Selecting Delete current user's fingerprints will delete the fingerprint data for the currently logged in user.
■ Selecting Delete all users' fingerprints will delete the fingerprint data for all users, however this item can only be selected if the currently logged in user has administrator privileges.
A message will be displayed asking for confirmation to delete the fingerprint.
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Windows Logon Via Fingerprint Authentication
In place of the usual Windows logon by ID and password, fingerprint authentication also allows logon to Windows.
This is useful especially when many users are using the PCs, as user selection can be skipped.
Fingerprint Authentication Procedure
1. Start up the computer.
2. The Logon Authorization screen is displayed. Choose any of the enrolled fingers and swipe the fingerprint on the sensor.
If authentication is successful, the user will be logged on to Windows.
■ If the fingerprint authentication fails, please logon using the Windows logon password.
■ Please logon using the Windows logon password if the fingerprint authentication failed for five times. To logon using the Windows logon password, enter the Windows logon password at the [Welcome] screen as normal.
■ A warning message will be displayed when authentication is abnormal or authentication is not successful within a fixed duration.
Fingerprint System Boot Authentication
General
The fingerprint authentication system can be used to replace the keyboard based User Password authentication system when booting up.
If you do not want to use the fingerprint authentication system for password authentication when booting up, but prefer to use the keyboard-based system instead, press the ESC key or click Switch User button when the
Fingerprint System Authentication screen is displayed. This will switch the password input screen to the keyboard-based one.
■ It is necessary to register the User Password before using the fingerprint Pre-OS feature and its extended function, the fingerprint
Single Sign-On feature. Please use TOSHIBA HW Setup to register the
User Password.
■ If you fail fingerprint authentication more than five times, you must enter the User Password or Supervisor Password manually to start the computer.
■ When swiping, please do it slowly and at a constant speed. If this does not improve the authentication rate, please adjust the speed.
■ If there are any changes in the environment or settings related to authorization, you will be required to provide authorization information such as a User Password and HDD password.
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How to Enable Fingerprint System Boot Authentication
Settings
It is necessary to first enroll your fingerprint with the TrueSuite Access
Manager application prior to enabling and configuring the fingerprint Pre-
OS feature.
Check that your fingerprint is enrolled before configuring the settings.
1. Swipe your finger across the fingerprint sensor. Or enter Windows password and click Next .
2. Click settings .
3. The Administrator Settings screen is displayed. Place a checkmark in “Enable Pre-OS Fingerprint Authentication” and click OK .
The modified configuration for fingerprint Pre-OS feature becomes effective the next time the system is booted up.
Fingerprint Single-Swipe Sign-On Feature
General
This is a feature that allows the user to complete the authentication for both the User Password (and optionally, the HDD user and Supervisor passwords) and logging on to Windows using only one fingerprint authentication when booting up. It is necessary to register the User
Password and Windows Logon password before using the fingerprint Pre-
OS feature and this fingerprint Single Sign-On feature. Please use
TOSHIBA HW Setup to register your User Password.
Only one fingerprint authentication is required to replace the User
Password (and, if selected, the HDD user and Supervisor passwords) and
Windows Logon password.
How to Enable Fingerprint Single-Swipe Sign-On Feature
It is necessary to first enroll your fingerprint with the TrueSuite Access
Manager application prior to enabling and configuring the fingerprint Single
Sign-On feature. Check that the fingerprint is enrolled before configuring the settings.
1. Swipe your finger across the fingerprint sensor. Or enter Windows password and click Next .
2. Click settings .
3. The Administrator Settings screen is displayed. Place a checkmark in “Enable Pre-OS Fingerprint Authentication”.
4. Then, place a checkmark in “Enable Single Sign-On Fingerprint
Authentication” and click OK .
The modified configuration for the fingerprint Single Sign-On feature becomes effective the next time the system is booted up.
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Fingerprint Utility Limitations
TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility technology will be completely secure or error-free. TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint 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 fingerprint software or utility.
■ The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint. However, there may be instances where certain users are unable to register their fingerprints due to insufficient unique characteristics in their fingerprints.
■ The recognition success rate may differ from user to user.
USB Sleep and Charge Function
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 only be used for ports that support the USB Sleep and
Charge function (hereinafter called "compatible ports").
Compatible ports are USB ports that have the ( ) symbol icon.
You can use the USB Sleep and Charge function to charge certain USB compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players.
However, the USB 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.
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■ The USB Sleep and Charge function only works for compatible ports.
This function is disabled in the default setting. To enable it, you must change [Disabled] to [Enabled] in the HW setup.
■ When USB Sleep and Charge function is set to [Enabled] in HW Setup,
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 devices 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.
■ Using the USB sleep and charge function to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers.
■ If external devices are connected to compatible ports when the AC adaptor is not connected to the computer, the battery of the computer will be depleted even when the power of the computer is turned OFF.
As such, we recommend that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when using the USB sleep and charge function.
■ 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.
■ 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.
Metal paper 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.
How to Enable/disable USB Sleep and Charge Function
You can set enable/disable USB sleep and charge function in HW setup.
Please refer to the
in Chapter7.
Using Optical Disc Drives
Operation is the same for all other disc drives. The full-size drive provides high-performance execution of CD/DVD-based programs. You can run
CD/DVD without an adaptor. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows.
Use the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER application to view DVD-Video discs.
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If you have a DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive, refer also to the Writing
CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive section for precautions on writing to CD/DVDs.
Loading Discs
To load CD/DVD, follow the steps below and refer to figures.
1. a. When the power is on, press the eject button to open the drawer slightly.
E JECT BUTTON
Figure 4-3 Pressing the eject button b. Pressing the eject button will not open the drawer when the drive’s power is off. If the power is off, you can open the drawer by inserting a slender object (about 15 mm) such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole just to the right of the eject button.
E JECT HOLE
Figure 4-4 Manual release with the eject hole
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2. Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened.
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Figure 4-5 Pulling the drawer open
3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the drawer.
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Figure 4-6 Inserting a CD/DVD
When the drawer is fully opened, the edge of the computer will extend slightly over the CD/DVD tray. Therefore, you will need to turn the CD/DVD at an angle when you place it in the tray. After seating the CD/DVD, however, make sure it lies flat, as shown in above figure.
■ Do not touch the laser lens. Doing so could cause misalignment.
■ Do not keep foreign matter from entering the drive. Check the back edge of the tray to make sure it carries no debris before closing the drive.
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4. Press gently at the center of the CD/DVD until you feel it click into place. The CD/DVD should lie below the top of the spindle, flush with the spindle base.
5. Push the center of the drawer to close it. Press gently until it locks into place.
If the CD/DVD is not seated properly when the drawer is closed, the
CD/DVD might be damaged. Also, the drawer might not open fully when you press the eject button.
Figure 4-7 Closing the drawer
Removing Discs
To remove the CD/DVD, follow the steps below and refer to below figure.
Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the drive.
Wait for the optical disc drive indicator to go out before you open the drawer. Also, if the CD/DVD is spinning when you open the drawer, wait for it to stop before you remove it.
1. To pop the drawer partially open, press the eject button. Gently pull the drawer out until it is fully opened.
■ When the drawer pops open slightly, wait a moment to make sure the
CD/DVD has stopped spinning before pulling the drawer fully open.
■ Turn off the power before you use the eject hole. If the CD/DVD is spinning when you open the drawer, the CD/DVD could fly off the spindle and cause injury.
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2. The CD/DVD extends slightly over the sides of the drawer so you can grasp it. Hold the CD/DVD gently and lift it out.
Figure 4-8 Removing a CD/DVD
3. Push the center of the drawer to close it. Press gently until it locks into place.
Function Button
This section describes about Function button.
Icon Function button
DVD
Play/Pause Play/Pause
Stop Stop
Previous
Next
Mute
Previous chapter
Next chapter
Mute
*CD/None
Play/Pause
Stop
Previous track
Next track
Mute
Volume +
Volume -
Increases the volume Increases the volume
Decreases the volume Decreases the volume
*Windows Media Player 11
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) Drive
Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD Super Multi (+-R DL ) drive, which can be used to write data to either CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-
RW/+R/+RW/-RAM/+R DL/-R DL discs. The following applications for writing are supplied: TOSHIBA Disc Creator. Ulead DVD MovieFactory ®
TOSHIBA, which is a product of Ulead Systems, Inc.
for
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Important Message (DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) Drive)
Before you write or rewrite to CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW/-RAM/+R
DL/-R DL disc, read and follow all setup and operating instructions in this section.
If you fail to do so, the DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive may not function properly, and you may fail to write or rewrite, lose data or incur other damage.
Before Writing or Rewriting
■ Based on TOSHIBA’s limited compatibility testing, we suggest the following manufacturers of CD-R/-RW and DVD-R/+R/-RW/+RW/-
RAM/+R DL/-R DL disc. However, in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation, quality or performance of any disc. Disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates.
CD-R:
TAIYO YUDEN CO., LTD.
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD.
RICOH CO., LTD.
CD-RW: ( High-Speed, Multi-Speed )
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD.
CD-RW: (Ultra-Speed)
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD.
DVD-R:
DVD Specifications for DVD-R Disc for General Version 2.0
HITACHI MAXELL LTD.
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD.
TAIYO YUDEN CO., LTD.
DVD+R:
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD.
RICOH CO., LTD.
DVD-RW:
DVD Specifications for DVD-RW Disc for General Version 1.2
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD.
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
DVD+RW:
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD.
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DVD-RAM:
DVD Specifications for DVD-RAM Disc for Version 2.0, 2.1 or 2.2
MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
HITACHI MAXELL LTD.
DVD+R DL:
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD.
DVD-R DL:
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD.
DVD-R for Labelflash™:
FUJIFILM CORPORATION.
DVD+R for Labelflash™:
FUJIFILM CORPORATION.
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This DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 8x speed (DVD-R, DVD+R and DVD+RW media), 6x speed
(DVD-RW media), 5x speed (DVD-RAM media) and 4x speed (DVD-R DL and DVD-R DL media).
■ If the disc is poor in quality, dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may occur. Be careful to check the disc for dirt or damage before you use it.
■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW, DVD-RW, DVD+RW or DVD-
RAM is affected by the quality of the disc and the way it is used.
■ There are two types of DVD-R discs: authoring and general use discs.
Do not use authoring discs. Only general use discs can be written to by a computer drive.
■ We can support only format 1 of DVD-R DL. Therefore you can not do the additional writing. If your data is under DVD-R(SL) capacity, we suggest to use DVD-R(SL) media.
■ You can use DVD-RAM discs that can be removed from a cartridge and
DVD-RAM discs designed without a cartridge. You cannot use a disc with a 2.6 GB single-sided capacity or 5.2 GB double-sided capacity.
■ Other DVD-ROM drives for computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD-R/-R DL/-RW or DVD+R/+R DL/+RW discs.
■ Data written to a CD-R/DVD-R/DVD+R disc cannot be deleted either in whole or in part.
■ Data deleted (erased) from a CD-RW and DVD-RW, DVD+RW and
DVD-RAM disc cannot be recovered. Check the content of the disc carefully before you delete it. If multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected, be careful not to delete data from the wrong drive.
■ In writing to a DVD-R/-R DL/-RW, DVD+R/+R DL/+RW or DVD-RAM disc, some disc space is required for file management, so you may not be able to write the full capacity of the disc.
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■ Since the disc is based on the DVD standard, it will be filled with dummy data if the written data is less than about 1 GB. Even if you write only a small amount of data, it might take time to fill in the dummy data.
■ DVD-RAM formatted by FAT32 cannot be read in Windows 2000 without DVD-RAM Driver Software.
■ When multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected, be careful not to write to the wrong drive.
■ Be sure to connect the universal AC adaptor before you write or rewrite.
■ Before you enter sleep/hibernation mode, be sure to finish DVD-RAM writing. Writing is finished if you can eject DVD-RAM media.
■ Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software.
■ Do not run software such as a screen saver, which can put a heavy load on the CPU.
■ Operate the computer in the full-power mode. Do not use power-saving features.
■ Do not write while virus check software is running. Wait for it to finish, and then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background.
■ Do not use hard disk utilities, including those intended to enhance HDD access speed. They may cause unstable operation and data damage.
■ Write from the computer’s HDD to the CD/DVD. Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device.
■ Writing with software other than TOSHIBA Disc Creator is not recommended.
When Writing or Rewriting
Please observe/consider the following when you write or rewrite to a CD-
R/-RW, DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/-RAM or DVD+R/+R DL/+RW disc.
■ Do not perform any of the following actions:
■ Change users in the Windows Vista™ operating system.
■ Operate the computer for any other function, including use of a mouse or touchpad, closing/opening the LCD panel.
■ Start a communication application.
■ Apply impact or vibration to the PC.
■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including items such as a Secure Digital(SD), Secure Digital High Capacity(SDHC), Memory
Stick(MS), Memory Stick Pro(MS Pro), MultiMediaCard(MMC), xD-
Picture Card(xD), ExpressCard, USB device, external monitor, i.LINK device, or an optical digital device.
■ Use the Audio/Video control button to reproduce music or voice.
■ Open the optical disc drive.
■ Do not use shut down/log off and sleep/hibernation while writing or rewriting.
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■ Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into sleep/hibernation. Writing is completed if you can open the DVD Super
Multi (+-R DL) drive tray.
■ Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such as airplanes, trains, or cars. Do not use an unstable surface such as a stand.
■ Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer.
■ Always copy data from the HDD to the optical disc. Do not use cut-andpaste. The original data will be lost if there is a write error.
Disclaimer (DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) Drive)
TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following:
■ Damage to any CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/+R/+R DL/+RW/DVD-
RAM disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product.
■ Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-R
DL/-RW/+R/+R DL/+RW/DVD-RAM disc 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.
■ 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. Also, it is a good idea to make two or more copies of important data, in case of undesired change or loss of the recorded contents.
TOSHIBA Disc Creator
Note the following limitations when you use TOSHIBA Disc Creator:
■ DVD-Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator.
■ DVD-Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator.
■ You cannot use TOSHIBA Disc Creator's 'Audio CD for Car or Home
CD Player' function to record music to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW,
DVD+R, DVD+R DL or DVD+RW media.
■ 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.
■ DVD-RAM discs cannot be backed up using the 'Disc Backup' functionof TOSHIBA Disc Creator.
■ 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.
■ 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.
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■ 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.
■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator cannot record in packet format.
■ 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.
■ 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 in
Windows 2000, you will need Service Pack 2. In addition to this, some
DVD-ROM and DVD-ROM/CD-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,
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. Display the setting dialog box by one of the following two steps:
■ Click the setting button (
Data CD/DVD mode.
) for writing on the main toolbar in the
■ Select Setting for writing → Data CD/DVD
2. Mark the Verify written data check box.
in the Setting menu.
3. Select File Open or Full Compare mode.
4. Click the OK button.
How to Learn More About TOSHIBA Disc Creator
Please refer to the Help files for additional TOSHIBA Disc Creator information.
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Video
You can record video using Ulead DVD MovieFactory ® for TOSHIBA.
When Using Ulead DVD MovieFactory
®
for TOSHIBA
How to Make a Labelflash DVD
Simplified steps for making a Labelflash DVD:
1. Insert a Labelflash disc in DVD drive.
Set PRINTING SIDE for underside.
2. Click Start → All Programs → DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA
Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Laucher to launch DVD
→
MovieFactory.
3. Click Print Disc Label started.
→ Label Printing .
Ulead Label@Once is
4. Click the General tab.
5. Choose DVD Drive for Printer. e.g.< E :> PIONEER DVD....
6. Add and customize the look of your images and text.
7. Click Labelflash setting and choose Draw Quality .
8. Click Print .
How to Make a DVD-Video
Simplified steps for making a DVD-Video from video data captured from a
DV-Camcorder:
1. Click Start →
MovieFactory.
All Programs → DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA →
Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Launcher to launch DVD
2. Insert a DVD-RW or DVD+RW disc in Burner.
3. Click Video Disc dialog box ,choose DVD-Video/+VR to invoke Straight Capture to
Disc Page.
→ Burn Video to Disc to launch Direct Recording
4. Choose DVD-Video format.
5. Choose the capture source is DV .
6. Press Capture button.
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Simplified steps for making a DVD-Video from adding video source:
1. Click Start → All Programs → DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA →
Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Launcher to launch DVD
MovieFactory.
2. Click Video Disc → New Project to invoke 2nd Launcher, choose your project type, then invoke DVD MovieFactory.
3. Add source from HD Disk by click Add Video files button to invoke browser dialog box.
4. Choose the source video then go to Next page to apply Menu.
5. After choose the menu template, press Next button to go to Burning
Page .
6. Choose the output type then press Burn button.
How to Learn More About Ulead DVD MovieFactory
®
Please refer to the Help and Manual files for additional Ulead DVD
MovieFactory information.
Important Information for Use
Note the following limitations when you write Video DVD:
1. Editing digital video
■ Log in with Administrator rights to use DVD MovieFactory.
■ Make sure that your computer is running on AC power when using
DVD MovieFactory.
■ Operate the computer at Full Power. Do not use power-saving features.
■ While you are editing DVD, you can display preview. However, if another application is running. The preview might not display properly.
■ DVD MovieFactory cannot edit or play copy protected content.
■ Do not enter sleep or hibernation mode while using DVD
MovieFactory.
■ Do not operate DVD MovieFactory immediately after turning on the computer. Please wait until all Disc Drive activity has stopped.
■ When recording to a DV-Camcorder, to ensure you capture all of your data, let the camcorder record for a few seconds before you begin recording your actual data.
■ CD recorder, JPEG functions, DVD-Audio, mini DVD and Video CD functions are not supported in this version.
■ While recording video to DVD, please close all other programs.
■ 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.
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2. Before recording the video to DVD
■ When you record DVD disc, please use only discs recommended by the Drive manufacturer.
■ Do not set the working drive to a slow device like a USB 1.1 hard disk drive or it will fail to write DVD.
■ Do not perform any of the following actions:
■ Operate the computer for any other function, including using a mouse or touchpad, or closing/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 drive.
■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including items such as a Secure Digital(SD), Secure Digital High Capacity(SDHC),
Memory Stick(MS), Memory Stick Pro(MS Pro),
MultiMediaCard(MMC), xD-Picture Card(xD), ExpressCard,
USB device, external monitor, i.LINK device, or an optical digital device.
■ Please verify your disc after recording important data.
■ DVD-R/+R/+RW disc cannot be written in VR format.
■ Not support to output VCD and SVCD format.
3. About Straight to Disc
■ Not support to record on DVD-R/+R disc
■ Not support to record DVD+VR format by HDV
■ HDV support to burn DVD-Video only
■ DVD-VR format not support to add Menu
4. About recorded DVDs
■ Some DVD-ROM drives for personal computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD-R/+R/-RW/-RAM discs.
■ When playing your recorded disc on your computer, please use
TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER software application.
■ If you use an over-used rewritable disc, the full formatting might be locked. Please use a brand new disc.
TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER
Please be aware of the following limitations when you use the TOSHIBA
DVD PLAYER.
Notes on Use
■ Frame dropping, audio skipping or out of synch audio and video may occur during playback of some DVD Video titles.
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■ Close all other applications or carry out any other operations during
DVD 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” or “ALL”.
■ Do not playback DVD discs 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
DVD PLAYER”.
■ It is recommended the AC adaptor be connected when playing DVD-
Video. Power saving features may interfere with smooth playback.
When playing DVD-Video using battery power, set the Power Options to
“High performance“.
■ Screen savers will not display while playing a movie in the “TOSHIBA
DVD PLAYER”. The computer will also not go into sleep mode, hibernation mode or shutdown while using “TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER”.
■ Do not configure the Display automatic power off function to run while the “TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER” is running.
■ Do not switch to hibernation or sleep mode when running the
“TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER”.
■ Do not lock the computer using the Windows logo + L keys or the FN + F1 keys when running the “TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER”.
Media Care
This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD/DVD.
Handle your media with care. The following simple precautions will increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on them:
CD/DVD
1. Store your CD/DVD in the container they came in to protect them and keep them clean.
2. Do not bend the CD/DVD.
3. Do not write on, apply a sticker to, or otherwise mark the surface of the CD/DVD that contains data.
4. Hold the CD/DVD by its outside edge or the edge on the center hole.
Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the drive from properly reading data.
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5. Do not expose to direct sunlight, extreme heat or cold. Do not place heavy objects on your CD/DVD.
6. If your CD/DVD become dusty or dirty, wipe them with a clean dry cloth. Wipe from the center out, do not wipe in a circular direction around the CD/DVD. If necessary, use a cloth dampened in water or a neutral cleaner. Do not use benzine, thinner or similar cleaner
Sound system
This section describes some of the audio control functions.
Adjusting System Volume
You can control the overall level of sound using Windows Volume Mixer .
To launch Volume Mixer, follow the steps below.
1. Locate the Speaker icon on the task tray.
2. Right-click the Speaker icon on the task tray.
3. Select Open Volume Mixer from the menu.
Click the Device button to display available playback devices. Select
Speakers to use the internal speakers for listening. Adjust speaker volume by moving the slider up or down to raise or lower the volume. Click the
Mute button to mute the sound.
You may see another control under Applications in Volume Mixer . It is the control for an application which is currently running. The Windows Sounds is always displayed since it controls the system sounds’ volume.
Changing System Sounds
System sounds are assigned to inform you when certain events happen.
This section explains how select an existing scheme or save one you have modified.
To launch the configuration dialog window for system sounds, follow the steps below.
1. Right-click the Speaker icon on the task tray.
2. Select Sounds from the menu.
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Realtek HD Audio Manager
You can confirm and change the audio configuration using the Realtek
Audio Manager . To launch the Realtek Audio Manager , click Start →
Control Panel → Hardware and Sound → Realtek HD Audio Manager .
When you first launch the Realtek Audio Manager, you will see following device tabs. Speakers is the default output device. Microphone is the default input device. To change the default device, click the Set Default
Device button under the chosen device tab.
■ Speakers is the default output device. Select it when using the internal speakers or headphones.
■ Digital Output should be selected when connecting the optical cable to the Headphone, S/PDIF and Line out jack for playing digital sound on digital audio equipment. Digital Output can only be used by connecting an optical audio cable.
■ Microphone is the default input device. It should be selected when using the computer’s internal microphone or an external microphone connected to the Microphone to record sound.
Information
Click the information button to view hardware information, software information, and language setting.
Speaker Configuration
Click the playback button to confirm the internal speakers or the headphone sound is coming from the right direction.
Sound Effects
This section explains how to select various sound effects.
■ Environment - simulates reverberations of sound for familiar environments around us. You can select an existing preset in the menu.
■ Equalizer - raises or lowers a frequency of sound to simulate a popular genre of music. You can select an existing preset in the menu.
■ Karaoke - cancels the specific frequency of sound and results in the
Vocal Cancellation . Clicking the Karaoke icon, lowers the vocal sound within music. Using the arrow buttons will adjust the musical key of the sound.
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Microphone Effects
Microphone Effects are only found within Microphone window.
■ Noise Suppression reduces background noise and fan noise.
■ Acoustic Echo Cancellation reduces feedback and feedback echo.
Default Format
You can change the sample rate and bit depth of sound.
Dolby Sound Room
®
Dolby Sound Room provides stunning personal surround sound from any pair of speakers or headphones. Ideal when using surround sound speakers is not practical, Dolby Sound Room enables an enveloping entertainment experience.
Dolby Sound Room technologies:
■ Dolby Headphone - Personal surround sound using any set of headphones so that listeners feel like the action is happening all around them.
■ Sound Space Expander - Widens the sound experience to "wrap" around the listener.
■ Natural Bass - Extends the bass response of any speakers by up to an octave.
To open the user interface of Dolby Sound Room, steps as detailed below:
1. Click the right button of a mouse on the speaker icon on the Windows
Taskbar, and select Playback Devices in the sub menu.
2. On the Playback tab, select Speakers , and click Properties .
3. Click the Dolby tab.
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Using the Web Camera
Built-in web camera is provided with some models.
This section describes the bundled webcam utility, which can capture still and video images. The web camera will auto-run when Windows starts.
Please unstick the protective plastic-film before using the web camera.
B UILT IN MICROPHONE *
W EB CAMERA LED* W EB CAMERA *
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*D EPENDING ON THE MODEL YOU PURCHASED .
Figure 4-9 Web camera, web camera LED and built-in microphone
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Using the Software
The web camera software is pre-configured to start when you turn on
Windows Vista TM ; if you need to restart it go to Start → All Programs →
Camera Assistant Software → Camera Assistant Software .
V IDEO RECORDING
A UDIO RECORDING
C APTURE STILL IMAGES
F UNCTION
D ISPLAY WINDOW
E FFECTS
C AMERA RESOLUTION
Capture Still Image
Video Recording
Audio Recording
Function
About
Player
Effects
Properties
M UTE
Figure 4-10 Using the Software
Click to see a preview of the captured image; you can also e-mail the image.
Click to prepare for recording. Click again to start recording. One more to stop recording and see preview of the video.
Click to start recording, Click again to stop and listen to a preview of the audio.
Accesses additional functions: About, Player,
Effects, Properties, Settings and Help.
Displays software manufacturer details.
Plays video files.
Chooses images to be displayed on the capture screen.
Chooses from the Options tab to flip, zoom, flicker rate, night mode and backlight compensation; in the Image tab change the colour settings; in the profile tab change the lighting conditions.
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Settings
Help
Chooses from the : Options tab to change the tool position; the Picture tab to select picture output options such as size, export file and saving location; the Video tab to choose output settings such as Frame Rate, Size, Compression and the file save path; the Audio Device,
Compression,Volume and file save path.
Displays the help files for the software.
Using the Microphone
You can use the built-in or an external microphone that connects to the microphone jack to record monaural sounds into your applications. It can also be used to issue voice commands to applications that support such functions.(Built-in microphone is provided with some models)
Since your computer has a microphone and speaker, “feedback” may be heard under certain conditions. Feedback occurs when sound from the speaker is picked up in the microphone and amplified back to the speaker, which amplifies it again to the microphone.
This feedback occurs repeatedly and causes a very loud, high-pitched noise. It is a common phenomenon that occurs in any sound system when the microphone input is output to the speaker (throughput) and the speaker volume is too loud or too close to the microphone. You can control throughput by adjusting the volume of your speaker or through the Mute function in the Master Volume panel. Refer to your Windows documentation for details on using the Master Volume panel.
Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition
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.
This software is preinstalled with some models.
Note on Use
■ 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.
■ TOSHIBA Face Recognition may incorrectly recognize faces that are similar to a registrant.
■ 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.
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■ 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.
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 steps as described below:
1. To launch this utility, click Start → All Programs → TOSHIBA →
Utilities → TOSHIBA 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.
2. Click the Register face button in the Management screen. 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.
3. Click the Next button to start the guide.
4. First, take a picture while moving your neck slightly to the left and right.
5. Now take a picture while moving your neck down and up.
■ Click the Back button to practice the guide once more.
6. Click the Next button to start image-capturing process.
Adjust the position of your face so that it fits within the face-shaped frame.
7. 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 down and up.
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8. Registration will end after you have repeatedly moved your neck left, right, down and up.
When the register succeeds, below message will be displayed on the screen:
Registration successful. Now we’ll do the verification test. Click the Next button.
Click the Next button to perform the verification test.
9. 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 8 from step 6.
10. If verification is successful, click the Next button and register an account.
11. Register the account.
Fill in the account registration fields.
■ Fill in the all fields.
When you have finished it, click Next button.
12. 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.
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 as described below:
1. To launch this utility, click Start → All Programs → TOSHIBA →
Utilities → TOSHIBA Face Recognition .
The Management screen is displayed.
2. Select a user which is deleted in the Management screen.
3. 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.
■ To launch the help file, click Start → All Programs → TOSHIBA →
Utilities → TOSHIBA Face Recognition Help .
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Windows Logon via TOSHIBA Face Recognition
This section explains how to login to Windows with TOSHIBA Face
Recognition. Two authentication modes are provided.
■ AUTO 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 account to be authenticated in order to start the authentication process.
AUTO Mode Login Screen
1. Turn on the computer.
2. The Select Tiles screen will be displayed.
3. Select Start face recognition .
4. "
Please turn your face to the camera
" will be displayed.
5. 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.
6.
Windows Welcome screen will be displayed, and will be logged in automatically to Windows.
1:1 Mode Login Screen
1. Turn on the computer.
2. The Select Tiles screen will be displayed.
3. Select Start face recognition .
4. The Select Account screen will be displayed.
5. Select the account, and click the arrow button.
6. "
Please turn your face to 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.
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.
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Using the FM Tuner
The availability of this feature is depending on the model you purchased.
1. Plug the FM tuner antenna into the FM tuner jack.
FM TUNER ANTENNA FM TUNER JACK
Figure 4-11 Plug FM tuner antenna into the jack
2. Select Start → All Programs → NXP FM Tuner to start FM software.
Wireless Communications
The computer’s wireless communication function supports both Wireless
LAN and Bluetooth devices.
Wireless LAN
The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct
Sequence Spread Spectrum/Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN standard
(Revision A, B, G or draft N).
Supported features. It supports the following features:
■ Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 54,
48, 36, 24, 18, 9 and 6 Mbit/s (Revision A and G).
■ Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 11,
5.5, 2 and 1 Mbit/s (Revision B).
■ Frequency Channel Selection (Revision A/draft N: 5 GHz, Revision
B/G/draft N: 2.4GHz)
■ Roaming over multiple channels
■ Card Power Management
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■ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption, based on the 128 bit encryption algorithm (Atheros module type).
■ 11a, 11b, 11g and 11n wireless are based on IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b,
802.11g and 802.11n respectively. The IEEE 802.11n specification has not been finalized and is currently in draft release. The TOSHIBA
11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN Adaptors are based on the draft release version
2.0, of the IEEE 802.11n specification. An adaptor with 11a/b, 11a/b/g or
11a/b/g/n can communicate on any of its supported formats; the actual connection will be based on the access point to which it connects.
■ Connection compatibility with the wireless equipment in draft 11n mode is not guaranteed.
■ The draft 11n function cannot be used with WEP/TKIP. Draft 11n mode can be used only with WPA-PSK(AES) mode or no security mode.
Security
■ Be sure to enable encryption function. Otherwise your computer will allow the illegal access by outsider through Wireless LAN to cause illegal instruction, eavesdropping, and loss or destruction of stored data.
TOSHIBA strongly recommends the customer to enable the encryption function.
■ TOSHIBA is not liable for the eavesdropping of data due to the use of
Wireless LAN and the damage thereof.
Bluetooth
TM
Wireless Technology
Bluetooth TM wireless technology eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as desktop computers, printers and mobile phones.
You cannot use the built-in Bluetooth functions and an optional Bluetooth
Adaptor simultaneously.
Bluetooth TM wireless technology has the following features:
Worldwide Operation
The Bluetooth radio transmitter and receiver operates in the 2.45 GHz band, 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. The link is maintained even if the devices are not within line of sight.
Security
Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security:
■ Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible to falsify the origin of a message.
■ Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy.
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Wireless Communication Switch
You can enable or disable RF transmission(Wireless LAN and Bluetooth) functions on and off, with this switch (Provided with some models). No transmissions are sent or received when the switch is off. Slide the switch toward the right of the computer to turn it on and toward the left of the computer to turn it off.
Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals. Check the indicator. It will stop glowing when the wireless communication function is off.
Turn the computer off when you enter an airplane and check the carrier’s regulations before you use a computer on board.
Wireless Communication Indicator
The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless communication functions.
Indicator status Indication
Indicator off
Wireless communication switch is set to off.
Indicator glows
Wireless communication switch is on.
Wireless LAN or Bluetooth is turned on by an application.
If you used the Task Bar to disable Wireless LAN, restart the computer or follow the procedures below to enable the system to recognize Wireless
LAN. Click Start → Control Panel → System and Maintenance →
System → Device Manager → Network Adaptors , and right click the wireless device then choose Enable.
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.
The computer has built-in support for Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T). This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN.
Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake-up on
LAN is enabled.
The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off. Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature.
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Connecting LAN Cable
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.
When you use Gigabit Ethernet (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T), connect with a category 5E cable, CAT5E, or higher.
To connect the LAN cable, follow the steps below.
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.
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Figure 4-12 Connecting the LAN cable
3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector. Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub.
When the computer is exchanging data with the LAN, the LAN active indicator glows orange. When the computer is connected to a LAN hub but is not exchanging data, the link indicator glows green.
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Disconnecting LAN Cable
To disconnect the LAN cable, follow the steps below.
Make sure the LAN active indicator (orange LED) is out before you disconnect the computer from the LAN.
1. Pinch the lever on the connector in the computer’s LAN jack and pull out the connector.
2. Disconnect the cable from the LAN hub in the same manner. Check with your LAN administrator before disconnecting from the hub.
Cleaning the Computer
To help ensure long, trouble-free operation, keep the computer free of dust and use care with liquids around the computer.
■ Be careful not to spill liquids into the computer. If the computer does get wet, turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry completely before you turn it on again.
■ Clean the computer using a slightly damp (with water) cloth. You can use glass cleaner on the display. Spray a small amount of cleaner on a soft, clean cloth and wipe 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
The computer is designed for rugged durability. However, a few simple precautions taken when moving the computer will help ensure trouble-free operation.
■ Make sure all disk activities are terminated before moving the computer.
Check if the HDD/ODD/eSATA indicator and external device indicator are off.
■ If a CD/DVD is in the drive, remove it. Also make sure the drawer is securely closed.
■ Turn off the power to the computer.
■ Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer.
■ Close the display. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel.
■ Close all port covers.
■ Use the carrying case when transporting the computer.
■ When carrying your computer, be sure to hold it securely so that it does not fall or hit anything.
■ Do not carry your computer by holding protruded portions.
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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.
The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive will not be damaged.
When vibration is detected, a message will be displayed on the screen, and the icon in the Taskbar notification area will changed 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
State
Normal
Icon Description
TOSHIBA HDD Protection is enabled.
Protection
OFF
TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active. The hard disk drive head is in a safe position.
TOSHIBA HDD Protection is disabled.
TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties
You can change the TOSHIBA HDD Protection settings by using the
TOSHIBA HDD Protection window. To open the window, click Start → All
Programs → TOSHIBA → 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.
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 Hard Disk Drive reading and writing. Set a lower detection level when the speed of Hard Disk Drive reading and writing is a priority.
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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
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.
■ 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.
■ 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.
■ Intensely shaking the computer or other subjecting it to strong impacts may cause damage to the computer.
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.
TOSHIBA HDD Protection Message
Specify whether to display a message when TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active.
This function does not work when the computer is starting, in sleep mode, in hibernation mode, in transition to hibernation mode, recovering from hibernation mode, or power off. Be sure to not subject the computer to vibration or impact while the function is disabled.
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Heat Dispersal
To protect from overheating, the CPU has an internal temperature sensor. If the computer’s internal temperature rises to a certain level, the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered. You can select whether to control the CPU temperature by turning on the fan first, then if necessary, lowering the CPU speed. Or, by lowering the CPU speed first, then if necessary, turning on the fan. These functions are controlled within the
Power Options.
When the CPU temperature falls to a normal range, the fan is turned off and the CPU operation returns to standard speed.
If the CPU temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting, the system automatically shuts down to prevent damage. Data in memory will be lost.
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Chapter 5
The Keyboard
The computer's keyboard layout is compatible with 104/105-key enhanced keyboard. Pressing FN key and other keys can execute all enhaced keyboard function.
The number of keys on your keyboard depends on which country/region’s keyboard layout your computer is configured with. Keyboards for numerous languages are available.
There are five types of keys: typewriter keys, function keys, soft keys,
Windows special keys and keypad overlay.
Typewriter Keys
The typewriter keys, produce the uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, punctuation marks, and special symbols that appear on the screen.
There are some differences, however, between using a typewriter and using a computer keyboard:
■ Letters and numbers produced in computer text vary in width. Spaces, which are created by a “space character,” may also vary depending on line justification and other factors.
■ The lowercase l (el) and the number 1 (one) are not interchangeable on computers as they are on a typewriter.
■ The uppercase O (oh) and the 0 (zero) are not interchangeable.
■ The CAPS LOCK function key locks only the alphabetic characters in uppercase while the shift lock on a typewriter places all keys in the shifted position.
■ The SHIFT keys, the TAB key, and the BACK SPACE key perform the same function as their typewriter counterparts but also have special computer functions.
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Function Keys: F1 … F12
The function keys, not to be confused with FN , are the 12 keys at the top of your keyboard. These keys are dark gray, but function differently from the other dark gray keys.
F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the FN key, keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer.
See the section, Soft keys: FN key combinations, in this chapter. The function executed by individual keys depends on the software you are using.
Soft Keys: FN Key Combinations
The FN (function) is unique to TOSHIBA computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys. Soft keys are key combinations that enable, disable or configure specific features.
Some software may disable or interfere with soft-key operations. Soft key settings are not restored by the Resume feature.
Emulating Keys on an Enhanced Keyboard
The keyboard is designed to provide all the features of the 104/105-key enhanced keyboard, shown in figure 5-1. The 104/105-key enhanced keyboard has a numeric keypad and scroll lock key. It also has additional
ENTER , CTRL and ALT keys to the right of the main keyboard. Since the keyboard is smaller and has fewer keys, some of the enhanced keyboard functions must be simulated using two keys instead of one on the larger keyboard.
Your software may require you to use keys that the keyboard does not have. Pressing the FN key and one of the following keys simulates the enhanced keyboard’s functions.
Press FN + F10 or FN + F11 to access the computer’s integrated keypad.
When activated, the keys with dark gray markings on their bottom edge become either numeric keypad keys ( FN + F11 ) or cursor control keys
( FN + F10
). Please refer to the Keypad Overlay
section in this chapter for more information on how to operate these keys, taking care to note that the power on default for both settings is off.
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Press FN + F12 (Scroll Lock) to lock the cursor on a specific line. The power on default is off.
Press FN + ENTER to simulate ENTER on the enhanced keyboard’s numeric keypad.
Press FN + CTRL to simulate the enhanced keyboard’s right CTRL key.
Press FN + ALT to simulate the enhanced keyboard’s right ALT key.
Hot Keys
Hot keys (pressing FN + a function or ESC key) allow you to enable or disable certain features of the computer.
Sound mute
Pressing FN + ESC in a Windows environment turns sound on or off. When you press these hot keys, the current setting will be displayed as an icon.
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
Hibernate
Pressing FN + F3 switches the system to sleep mode.
Pressing FN + F4 switches the system to hibernation mode.
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Output
The Keyboard
Pressing FN + F5 changes the active display device.
Brightness down
Pressing FN + F6 decreases the computer’s display panel brightness in individual steps.
Brightness up
Wireless
Pressing FN + F7 increases the computer’s display panel brightness in individual steps.
Pressing FN + F8 switches the active wireless devices if the wireless communication switch is switched on.
If your wireless communication device is not installed, a dialog box will not appear.
Touchpad
Pressing FN + F9 enables or disables the touchpad function.
Zoom
Pressing FN + SPACE changes the display resolution.
TOSHIBA zooming utility (reduce)
Pressing FN + 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows.
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TOSHIBA zooming utility (enlarge)
Pressing FN + 2 enlarges the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows.
Keyboard backlight
Pressing FN + Z or FN + z switches the keyboard
backlight on or off.(Refer to illumination section,
chapter 7 for details.)
FN Sticky Key
To motive the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility , you can press FN sticky key once and then press any ” F number ”.
To start the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility, click Start → All Programs →
TOSHIBA → Utilities → Accessibility .
Windows Special Keys
The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows: one activates the Start menu and the other has the same function as the secondary mouse button.
This key activates the Windows Start menu.
This key has the same function as the secondary mouse button.
Keypad Overlay
Your computer’s keyboard does 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 having dark gray letters at their front edge. The overlay provides the same functions as the numeric keypad on a standard 101/102-key enhanced keyboard.
Turning on the Overlays
The numeric keypad overlay can be used for numeric data input or cursor and page control.
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Arrow Mode
To turn on the Arrow mode, press FN + F10 . The Arrow mode indicator lights. Now try cursor and page control using the keys shown in figure 5-1.
Press FN + F10 again to turn off the overlay.
Numeric Mode
To turn on the Numeric mode, press FN + F11 . The Numeric mode indicator lights. Now try numeric data entry using the keys in figure 5-1. Press FN +
F11 again to turn off the overlay.
Figure 5-1 The numeric keypad overlay
Temporarily Using Normal Keyboard (Overlay On)
While using the overlay, you can temporarily access the normal keyboard functions without turning off the overlay :
1. Hold FN and press any other key. All keys will operate as if the overlay were off.
2. Type uppercase characters by holding FN + SHIFT and pressing a character key.
3. Release FN to continue using the overlay.
Temporarily Using Overlay (Overlay Off)
While using the normal keyboard, you can temporarily use the keypad overlay without turning it on:
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1. Press and hold down FN .
2. Check the keyboard indicators. Pressing FN turns on the most recently used overlay. If the Numeric mode indicator lights, you can use the overlay for numeric entry. If the Arrow mode indicator lights, you can use the overlay for cursor and page control.
3. Release FN 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 SHIFT .
If the computer is in Arrow mode , you can switch temporarily to Numeric mode by pressing SHIFT .
Generating ASCII Characters
Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation. But, you can generate these characters using their ASCII codes.
With the overlay on:
1. Hold down ALT .
2. Using the overlay keys, type the ASCII code.
3. Release ALT , and the ASCII character appears on the display screen.
With the overlay off:
1. Hold ALT + FN .
2. Using the overlay keys, type the ASCII code.
3. Release ALT + FN , and the ASCII character appears on the display screen.
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Power and Power-up Modes
The computer’s power resources include the AC adaptor and internal batteries. This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and changing batteries, tips for saving battery power, and power-up modes.
Power Conditions
The computer’s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by the power conditions: whether an AC adaptor is connected, whether a battery is installed and what the charge level is for the battery.
Table Power conditions
AC adaptor connected
Battery fully charged
Battery partially charged or no charge
No battery installed
Power on
• Operates
• LED: Battery white
DC IN white
• Operates
• Quick Charge
• LED: Battery orange
DC IN white
• Operates
• No charge
• LED: Battery off
DC IN white
Power off
(no operation)
• LED: Battery white
DC IN white
• Quick charge
• LED: Battery orange
DC IN white
• No charge
• LED: Battery off
DC IN white
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Power on
AC adaptor not connected
Battery charge is above low battery trigger point
• Operates
• LED: Battery off
DC IN off
Battery charge is below low battery trigger point
• Operates
• LED: Battery blinking orange
DC IN off
Battery charge is exhausted
No battery installed
Computer goes into hibernation or shuts down
(depending on the
TOSHIBA power
Management Utility Setting)
• No operation
•LED: Battery off
DC IN off
Power off
(no operation)
Power Indicators
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 conditions should be noted:
Blinking orange
Indicates battery charge is below low battery trigger point.
Orange
White
No light
Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and charging the battery.
Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is fully charged.
Under any other conditions, the indicator does not light.
If the battery becomes too hot while it is being charged, the charge will stop and the battery indicator will go out. When the battery’s temperature falls to a normal range, charge will resume. This event occurs regardless of whether the power to the computer is on or off.
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DC IN Indicator
Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected .
White
Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and supplying proper power to the computer.
Orange
No light
Indicates a problem with the power supply. Plug the AC adaptor into another outlet. If it still does not operate properly, see your dealer.
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
Blinking orange
No light
Indicates power is being supplied to the computer and the computer is turned on.
Indicates the power was turned off while the computer was in sleep mode.
Under any other conditions, the indicator does not light.
Battery Types
The computer has two different types of batteries:
■ 8 cell type battery
■ Real Time Clock (RTC) battery
Battery
When the AC power cord is not connected, the computer’s main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack, also referred to in this manual as the battery. You can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source.
The battery pack is a lithium ion battery, which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by
TOSHIBA as replacements.
The battery recharges the RTC batteries. The battery maintains the state of the computer when you enable Resume.
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When the computer is powered off in hibernation and sleep mode, and the
AC adaptor is not connected, the battery pack supply power to maintain data and programs in memory. If the battery pack is completely discharged, hibernation and sleep do not function and the computer loses all data in memory. One of the following messages appears when you turn on the power:
The firmware has detected that a CMOS battery fail occurred.<F1> contiune
The firmware has detected that a CMOS battery fail occurred.<F1> contiune, <F2> to setup
To ensure that the battery pack maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery pack
is fully discharged. Refer to Extending Battery Life
in this chapter for procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power, more than a month, the battery may fail to retain a charge. It may not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery and the Battery LED may not indicate a low-battery condition.
Real Time Clock Battery
The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calendar. It also maintains the system configuration.
If the RTC battery becomes completely discharged, the system loses this data and the real time clock and calendar stop working. One of the following messages appears when you turn on the power:
The firmware has detected that a CMOS battery fail occurred.<F1> contiune
The firmware has detected that a CMOS battery fail occurred.<F1> contiune,
<F2> to setup
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 of.
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations
Care and Use of the Battery Pack
The battery pack is a vital component of portable computing. Taking proper care of it will help ensure longer operating time on battery power as well as a longer life for your battery pack. Follow the instructions in this section carefully to ensure safe operation and maximum performance.
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Safety Precautions
Mishandling of batteries can cause death, serious injury or property damage. Carefully observe the following advisories:
Danger: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, Which could result in death or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.
Warning: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, Which could result in death or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.
Caution: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, Which if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor injury or property damage.
Note: Provides important information.
Danger
1. Never try to dispose of the battery pack by burning or expose it to a heating device such as a microwave oven. The battery pack could explode and cause bodily injury.
2. Never try to disassemble, repair or otherwise tamper with a battery pack. The battery pack will overheat and ignite. Leakage of caustic alkaline solution or other electrolytic substances will cause fire or injury, possibly resulting in death or serious injury.
3. Never short-circuit the battery pack by contacting the terminals with a metal object. A short-circuit can cause fire or otherwise damage the battery pack and possibly cause injury. To avoid accidental short-circuit, always wrap the battery pack in plastic and cover the terminals with electrical tape when storing or disposing of the battery pack.
4. Never puncture the battery pack with a nail or other sharp object.
Never strike it with a hammer or other object. Never step on it.
5. Never try to change the battery pack in any manner other than that described in user’s manual. Never connect the battery pack to a plug socked or to a automobile’s cigarette lighter socket. It may rupture or ignite.
6. Use only the battery pack supplied with the computer or other device or an battery pack approved by the computer or device’s manufacturer. Battery packs have different voltages and terminal polarities.
Use of an improper battery could cause smoke, fire or rupture of the battery pack.
7. Never subject a battery pack to heat, such as storage near a heat source. Exposure to heat can cause the battery pack to ignite, explode or leak caustic liquid and cause death or serious injury. It could also fail or malfunction causing data lose.
8. Never expose the battery pack to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. The battery pack’s internal protective device will fail, causing it to overheat, explode, ignite or leak caustic liquids possibly resulting in death or serious injury.
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9. Never let a battery pack become wet. A wet battery pack will overheat, ignite or rupture possibly resulting in death or serious injury.
Warning
1. Never allow caustic electrolyte fluid leaked from a battery pack to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. If caustic electrolyte fluid should contact your eyes, immediately wash your eyes with large amounts of running water and seek medical attention, to help prevent eye damage. It electrolyte fluid should contact your skin immediately wash it under running water to prevent rash. If it contacts your clothes, promptly remove them to prevent the fluid from contacting your skin or eyes.
2. Immediately turn off the power, disconnect the AC adaptor and remove the battery if any of the following events are observed in the battery pack: offensive or unusual odor, excessive heat, discoloration or deformation. Never use the computer again until it has been checked by a TOSHIBA service provider. It might generate smoke or fire, or the battery pack might rupture.
3. 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.
4. Keep the battery pack out or reach of infants and children. It can cause injury.
Caution
1. Never continue to use a battery pack after its recharging capacity has become impaired, or after the display of a warning message indicating that the battery pack’s power is exhausted. Continued use of an exhausted or impaired battery pack could cause the loss of data.
2. Never dispose of battery packs with normal trash. Bring them to your
TOSHIBA dealer or to another recycling center to save resources and prevent environmental damage. Cover the terminals with electrical tape to prevent short-circuits, which could cause the battery pack to ignite or rupture.
3. Use only battery packs recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements.
4. Always make sure the battery pack is installed correctly and securely.
Otherwise, a battery pack could fall out and possibly cause injury.
5. Change 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.
6. Be sure to monitor the remaining battery power. If the battery pack and real time clock battery discharge completely. Sleep and hibernation will not function and data in memory will be lose. Also, the com-
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7. Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adaptor. Never remove the battery pack while the computer in hibernate or sleep mode. Data will be lost.
Note
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.
2. To ensure the battery pack maintains maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power once a week until the battery pack is fully discharged. Refer to the section
in this chapter for procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power for an extended period, more than a month, the battery might fail to retain a charge. It might not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery pack and Battery indicator might not indicate a low-battery condition.
3. After the battery pack is charged, avoid leaving the AC adaptor connected and the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully-charged battery pack can damage the battery.
Charging the Batteries
When the power in the battery pack becomes low, the Battery indicator flashes orange indicating that only a few minutes of battery power remain.
If you continue to use the computer while the Battery indicator flashes, the computer enables hibernation mode (so you don’t lose data) and automatically turns 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 socket and plug the other end into a working outlet.
The Battery indicator glows orange when the battery is being charged.
Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or the optional
TOSHIBA Batteries charger to charge the battery pack. Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger.
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Time
The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a discharged battery.
Charging Time (Hours)
Battery type
Battery pack (8 cell)
RTC battery
Power on
8 hours or more
24 hours
Power off
4 hours
24 hours
The charging time when the computer is on is affected by ambient temperature, the temperature of the computer and how you use the computer. If you make heavy use of external devices, for example, the battery might scarcely charge at all during operation. Refer also to the section Maximizing battery operating time.
Battery Charging Notice
The battery may not charge right away under the following conditions:
■ The battery is extremely hot or cold. If the battery is extremely hot, it might not charge at all. Also, to ensure the battery charges to its full capacity, charge the battery at room temperature of 10 ° to 30 ° C (50 ° to
86 ° F).
■ The battery is nearly completely discharged. 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:
■ The battery has not been used for a long time.
■ The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time.
■ A cool battery is installed in a warm computer.
In such case, follow the steps below.
1. Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power on until the power automatically shuts off.
2. Plug in the AC adaptor.
3. Charge the battery until the Battery indicator glows white.
Repeat the steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity.
Leaving the AC adaptor connected will shorten battery life. At least once a month, run the computer on battery power until the battery is fully discharged, then recharged the battery.
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Monitoring Battery Capacity
Remaining battery power can be monitored in Power Options.
Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time. The computer needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capacity and to calculate the remaining operating time, based on the current power consumption rate and remaining battery capacity. The actual remaining operating time may differ slightly from the calculated time.
Maximizing Battery Operating Time
A battery’s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge.
How long the charge lasts in a battery depends on:
■ How you configure the computer (for example, whether you enable battery-power saving options). The computer provides a battery save mode, which can be set in Power Options, to conserve battery power.
This mode has the following options:
■ CPU Precessing speed
■ Screen brightness
■ Cooling Method
■ System sleep
■ System hibernation
■ Monitor Power off
■ HDD Power off
■ How often and how long you use the hard disk, optical disc drive and the diskette drive.
■ How much charge the battery contained to begin with.
■ How you use optional devices, such as an ExpressCard, to which the battery supplies power.
■ Enabling hibernation and sleep mode conserves battery power if you are frequently turning the computer off and on.
■ Where you store your programs and data.
■ Closing the display when you are not using the keyboard saves power.
■ Operating time decreases at low temperatures.
■ The condition of the battery terminals. Make sure the battery terminals stay clean by wiping them with a clean dry cloth before installing the battery pack.
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Retaining Data with Power Off
When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries retain data for the following approximate time periods.
Retention Time
Battery type
Battery pack (8 cell)
RTC battery
State and Retention Time about 3 days (sleep mode) about 30 days (shutdown mode) about 3 months
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 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 the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time, continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged. If the battery LED flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to step 4
4. Connect the AC adaptor to the computer and the power cord to a power outlet. The DC IN LED should glow white, and the Battery
LED should glow orange to indicate that the battery pack is being charged. If the DC IN indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied. Check the connections for the AC adaptor and power cord
5. Charge the battery pack 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 more than one month, remove the battery pack.
■ Disconnect the AC adaptor when the battery is fully charged.
Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life.
■ If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adaptor.
■ Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.
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Replacing the Battery Pack
When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a new one. If the Battery indicator flashes orange shortly after fully recharging the battery, the battery pack needs to be replaced.
You might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source.
This section explains how to remove and install battery packs.
Removing the Battery Pack
To remove a discharged battery, follow the steps as detailed below:
■ When handling battery pack, be careful not to short circuit the terminals. Also do not drop, hit or otherwise apply impact; do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack.
■ 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 will be lose.
■ In hibernation mode, data will be lose if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed. Wait for the
HDD/ODD/eSATA indicator, optical disc drive indicator and external device indicator to go out.
1. Save your work.
2. Turn the computer’s power off. Make sure the Power indicator is off.
3. Remove all cables connected to the computer.
4. Turn the computer upside down with the back of the computer facing you.
5. Slide the battery pack locking latch toward the unlock position .
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Figure 6-1 Slide the locking latch to the unlocked position
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6. Slide the battery release latch to free the battery pack for removal, then lift up the battery pack.
B ATTERY R ELEASE L ATCH
B ATTERY P ACK
Figure 6-2 Removing the battery pack
7. Pull the battery pack forward to remove it.
For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent battery pack.
Please return spent battery pack to your TOSHIBA dealer.
Installing the Battery Pack
To install a battery pack, follow the steps below.
The battery pack is a lithium ion battery, which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by
TOSHIBA as replacements.
1. Be sure the computer’s power is off and all cables are disconnected.
2. Insert the battery pack.
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Figure 6-3 Installing the battery pack
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3. Push the battery pack until it is firmly seated.
4. Slide the battery pack locking latch toward the lock position.
Starting the Computer by Password
If you have already registered a password, there are two ways to start the computer:
■ Swipe your fingerprint on the sensor if you have already registered the fingerprint with the Fingerprint utility and enabled Fingerprint Power-on
Security. If you would not like to swipe your finger or cannot authenticate the fingerprint for some reasons, press the ESC key or click Switch User button to skip the fingerprint authentication screen.
You can try to swipe the fingerprint up to five times. If you failed fingerprint authentication more than five times, you must enter the password manually to start the computer.
■ Enter the password manually.
To enter a password manually, follow these steps:
1. Turn on the power as described in Chapter 3,
lowing message appears:
Enter Current Password
At this point, the hot keys 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.
Power-up Modes
The computer has the following power-up modes:
■ Boot: Computer shuts down without saving data. Always save your work before you turn the computer off in boot mode.
■ Hibernation: Data in memory is saved to the hard disk.
■ Sleep: Data is maintained in the computer’s main memory.
Refer also to the sections
and
in Chapter 3,
.
Windows Utilities
You can specify the setting in Power Options.
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Hot Keys
You can use hot keys FN + F3 to enter sleep mode and FN + F4 to enter hibernation mode. See Chapter 5,
Panel Power On/Off
You can set up your computer so that power turns off automatically when you close the display panel. When you open the panel, power turns on in sleep or hibernation mode but not in boot mode.
If the panel power off function is enabled and use Shut down Windows, do not close the display until the shut down function is completed.
System Auto Off
This feature turns the system off automatically if it is not used for a set duration. The system shuts down in sleep mode or hibernation mode.
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Chapter 7
HW Setup and Passwords
This chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and how to set passwords.
HW Setup
TOSHIBA HW Setup allows you to configure settings for General,
Password, Display, CPU, Boot Priority, Keyboard, USB, LAN, illumination and button setting.
If the supervisor password is set, access to the TOSHIBA HW Setup program can be prevented when the user password is used to log on to the computer.
Accessing HW Setup
To start the utility, click the Windows Start button, point to All Programs , click TOSHIBA , click Utilities , and select HWSetup icon.
HW Setup Window
The HW Setup window contains the following tabs: General, Password,
Display, CPU, Boot Priority, Keyboard, USB, LAN, illumination and button setting.
There are also three buttons:
OK
,
Cancel
and
Apply
.
OK
Cancel
Apply
Accepts your changes and closes the HW Setup window.
Closes the window without accepting your changes.
Accepts all your changes without closing the HW
Setup window.
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General
This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons: Default and About .
Default
About
Returns all HW Setup values to the factory settings.
Displays the HW Setup version.
Setup
This field displays the installed BIOS version and date.
Password
User Password
This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on .
Not Registered
Changes or remove the password. (Default)
Registered Sets 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 asterisks. For example, if you enter a password consisting of four characters, the display is shown as:
Enter Password: ****
2. Click the OK button. The following message appears, allowing you to verify the password.
Verify Password:
3. If character strings match, the password is registered click OK button.
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.
Enter Password: ****
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3. Click the OK button. 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 step 1.
Incorrect Password!!!
If you enter the password incorrectly three times in a row, the computer need to shut off. You will not be able to access the password option in the
HW Setup. In this case you must turn the power off and back on to retry the procedure.
4. Follow the same procedures described in the earlier section, How to set the password, to set a new user password.
Display
This tab allows you to customize your computer’s display settings for either the internal LCD screen or for an external monitor.
Power On Display
Allows you to set the display to be used when the computer is booted .
Auto-Selected
LCD + Analog RGB
Selects an external monitor if one is connected, otherwise, it selects the internal LCD display
(Default).
Selects both the internal LCD and an external monitor for simultaneous display.
CPU
Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode
This option allows you to choose from the following settings :
Dynamically
Switchable
CPU power consumption and clock speed automatic switching function is enabled. When the computer is in use, CPU operation is automatically switched when necessary.
(Default)
Always Low CPU power consumption and clock speed automatic switching function is disabled. The
CPU always runs at low power consumption and low speed.
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Boot Priority
Boot Priority Options
This option sets the priority for booting the computer.
The Boot Priority Options setting will be like the following.
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You can override the settings and manually select a boot device by pressing one of the following keys while the computer is booting:
U Selects the USB diskette drive.
N Selects the network.
1
C
Selects the primary HDD.
Selects the CD-ROM*.
This procedure does not affect the settings.
* In this computer, CD-ROM refers to the DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive.
ExpressCard HDD boot is not supported.
To change the boot drive, follow the steps below.
1. Hold down F12 and boot the computer.
2. Use the up/down cursor keys to select boot device you want and press ENTER .
■ If a supervisor password is set, the menu above does not appear when you use the user password to start the computer.
■ The selection method above does not change the boot priority settings in HW Setup.
■ If you press a key other than one of those above or if the selected device is not installed, the system will boot according to the current setting in HW Setup.
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Keyboard
Wake-up on Keyboard
When this feature is enabled and the computer is in sleep mode, you can turn on the computer by pressing any key. It is effective only for the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in sleep mode.
Enabled
Disabled
Enables the Wake-up on Keyboard.
Disables the Wake-up on Keyboard. (Default)
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 USB Legacy Emulation item to enabled.
Enabled
Disabled
Enables the USB Legacy Emulation. (Default)
Disables the USB Legacy Emulation.
USB Sleep and Charge Function
This section describes the setting for USB Sleep and Charge function. For more information, please refer to the
USB Sleep and Charge Function*8
section in Chapter 4.
The default setting in BIOS Setup is [Disabled]. Changing the setting to
[Enabled] enables the use of this function.
There are two modes, Mode 1 and Mode 2 in [Enabled]. For normal use, set the setting to Mode 1.
If the function does not work with Mode-1 setting, charge it to Mode-2.
Some external devices may not be able to use this function in either mode.
When this happens, change the setting to [Disabled].
Enabled (Mode 1)
Enabled (Mode 2)
Disabled
Enables Sleep and Charge function Mode 1.
Enables Sleep and Charge function Mode 2.
Disables Sleep and Charge function. (Default)
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LAN
Wake-up on LAN
This feature lets the computer’s power be turned on when it receives a wake-up signal from the LAN.
Enabled
Disabled
Enables the Wake-up on LAN. (Default)
Disables the Wake-up on LAN.
Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake-up on
LAN is enabled.
Wake-up on LAN does not work without the AC adaptor. Leave it connected, if you are using this feature.
Built-in LAN
Enabled
Disabled
Enables built-in LAN functions. (Default)
Disables built-in LAN functions.
illumination illumination ON/OFF
This feature allows you to set conditions around the Iilumination LED.
ON On. (Default)
OFF Off.
Keyboard Backlight
This feature allows you to set conditions for keyboard backlight LED.
Auto
ON
OFF
Keyboard backlight will be on when hit any key.
After [Backlight Lighting Time], backlight will be off. [Backlight Lighting Time] is 15 sec by default.
On. (Pressing FN + Z or FN + z switches the keyboard backlight on or off.)
Off. (Pressing FN + Z or FN + z switches the keyboard backlight on or off.)
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Button Setting
Function Button
This feature allows you to set conditions for the power button and/or the other buttons.
Enabled
Disabled
Enable function button. (Default)
Disable function button.
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Optional Devices
Optional devices can expand the computer’s capabilities and its versatility.
The following optional devices are available from your TOSHIBA dealer:
Cards/Memory
■ ExpressCard
■ Memory cards: Secure Digital(SD), Secure Digital High
Capacity(SDHC), Memory Stick(MS), Memory Stick Pro(MS Pro),
MultiMediaCard(MMC) and xD-Picture Card(xD)
■ Memory expansion
Power Devices
■ Additional battery pack (8 cell)
■ Additional AC adaptor
Peripheral Devices
■ USB FDD Kit
■ eSATA
■ External monitor
■ HDMI
■ i.LINK (IEEE1394)
Other
■ Security lock
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ExpressCard
Installing an ExpressCard
Some models are equipped with an ExpressCard slot, which is located on the right side of the computer. You can install one ExpressCard™/34 in the slot. Windows’ hot-install feature allows you to install an ExpressCard™/34 while the computer’s power is on.
Do not install an ExpressCard while the computer is in sleep or hibernation mode. Some cards might not work properly.
To install an ExpressCard, follow the steps below.
1. There is a dummy card in the slot. Press the dummy card slightly to make it stretch out.
D UMMY CARD
Figure 8-1 Pressing the dummy card
2. Grasp the dummy card and pull it out from the slot.
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Figure 8-2 Removing the dummy card
3. Insert the ExpressCard.
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4. Press gently to ensure a firm connection.
5. Check the configuration in the HW Setup window to make sure it is appropriate for your card.
E XPRESS C ARD *
E XPRESS C ARD S LOT
*T HE CARD ’ S SHAPE DEPENDS ON THE CARD YOU PURCHASED .
Figure 8-3 Inserting the ExpressCard
Removing an ExpressCard
To remove the ExpressCard, follow the steps below.
1. In Windows Vista™, open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and disable the ExpressCard.
2. Press the ExpressCard slightly to make it stretch out.
3. Grasp the ExpressCard and pull it out from the slot.
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E XPRESS C ARD *
*T HE CARD ’ S SHAPE DEPENDS ON THE CARD YOU PURCHASED .
Figure 8-4 Removing the ExpressCard
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Bridge Media Slot
The computer is equipped with a Bridge media slot that can accommodatesome 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 foreign objects out of the Bridge 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.
■ This Bridge media slot supports the following memory media.
■ Secure Digital (SD) Card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card, miniSD Card, microSD Card)
■ Memory Stick (Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick
PRO Duo)
■ xD picture card
■ MultiMediaCard (MMC TM )
■ Please note that an adaptor is required to use miniSD/microSD Card.
■ Please note that an adaptor is required to use Memory Stick PRO Duo.
■ 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.
■ The slot does not support Magic Gate functions.
S ECURE D IGITAL (SD) CARD
MICRO SD CARD AND ADAPTOR
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M EMORY S TICK X D PICTURE CARD M ULTI M EDIA C ARD (MMC)
Figure 8-5 Examples of memory media
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Memory Media
This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media.
Points to Note About the SD/SDHC Memory Card
SD/SDHC memory cards comply with SDMI (Secure Digital Music
Initiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music. For this reason, you cannot copy or playback protected material on another computer or other device, and you may not reproduce any copyrighted material except for your personal enjoyment.
Below is a simple explanation for distinguishing SD memory cards from
SDHC memory cards.
■ SD and SDHC memory cards appear the same externally.
■ The logo on SD and SDHC memory cards is different, so pay careful attention to the logo when purchasing.
The SD memory card logo is
The SDHC memory card logo is
.
.
■ The maximum capacity of SD memory cards is 2 GB. The maximum capacity of SDHC memory cards is 16 GB.
Card Type
SD
Capacities
8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB,
1GB, 2 GB.
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB.
SDHC
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 SD/SDHC Memory Card
SD/SDHC memory cards are sold already formatted in conformity to specific standards. If you format the SD/SDHC memory card again, be sure to format it with the TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format utility, not with the format command provided within Windows.
In order to run the TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format utility, click Start
All Programs → TOSHIBA → Utilities → SD Memory Card Format.
→
The TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format utility does not format the protected area of the SD/SDHC memory card - 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.
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Media Care
Observe the following precautions when handling the card.
Card Care
■ Do not twist or bend cards.
■ 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
■ 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 following memory media have a function for protect.
■ SD Card (SD memory card, SDHC 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.
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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. Insert the memory card.
2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection.
B RIDGE
MEDIA SLOT
T HE MEMORY CARD *
*T HE CARD ’ S SHAPE DEPENDS ON THE CARD YOU PURCHASED .
Figure 8-6 Inserting the memory card
■ 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.
■ When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data.
■ 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. In Windows Vista™, open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and disable the inserted memory card.
2. Gently press the memory card inside the socket to eject it.
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3. Grasp the card and remove it.
T HE MEMORY CARD *
*T HE CARD ’ S SHAPE DEPENDS ON THE CARD YOU PURCHASED .
Figure 8-7 Removing the inserted memory card
■ Make sure the Bridge 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.
■ Do not remove the memory media while the computer is in sleep or hibernation mode. The computer could become unstable or data in the memory media could be lost.
■ Do not remove only the miniSD/microSD Card while leaving the adaptor in the Bridge Media slot.
Memory Expansion
You can install additional memory module(s) in the computer’s memory slot(s) to increase the amount of RAM.
Installing Memory Module(s)
To install a memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then:
1. Turn the computer off in boot mode. Refer to the Turning Off the
section in Chapter 3.
■ The memory modules may be overheated when your computer has been operated for a period of time. In this case, let the memory modules cool down to room temperature before you installing/removing them.
■ Do not try to install a memory module with the computer turned on or turned off in sleep or hibernation mode. It would damage the computer and the memory module.
2. Remove all cables connected to the computer.
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3. Close the display and turn the computer upside down.
4. Remove the battery pack (refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-up
.).
5. Turn the computer display-side up and open the display.
6. Slip a flat object such as a Slotted screwdriver into the notch at the right side of the keyboard brace. Lift up the keyboard brace to release latches and remove the keyboard brace.
Figure 8-8 Removing the keyboard bace
7. Remove two screws securing the keyboard.
Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver.
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Figure 8-9 Removing screws
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8. Slide the keyboard toward the display. Lift the bottom edge of the keyboard and tilt the keyboard over.
The keyboard is connected to the computer by a keyboard ribbon cable.
Be careful not to apply tension to this cable when you tilt the keyboard over. Do not try to disconnect this cable.
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Figure 8-10 Moving the keyboard
9. Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory slot and gently insert the memory module into the slot at about a 45 degree angel.
■ This computer is equipped with two memory slots. Insert two memory modules of the same specifications and capacity 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.
■ The function of slot A is reserved for main memory; Slot B is for expanded memory. If there is only one memory module is installed, using slot A is suggested. Slot A is lower than slot B.
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Figure 8-11 Inserting the memory module
10. Push the memory module down so that it lies flat and is secured by two latches.
Do not touch the connectors on the memory module(s) or on the computer.
Any debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems.
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Figure 8-12 Pushing the memory module down
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11. Insert the tabs on the bottom of the keyboard into the corresponding notches on the computer and place the keyboard down.
Figure 8-13 Replacing the keyboard
12. Replace the keyboard in position and secure it with two screws.
13. Set the keyboard brace into its groove. Press the keyboard brace down - from the left to the right - to secure the latches.
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Figure 8-14 Pressing down the keyboard brace
14. When you turn the computer on, the system should automatically recognize the total memory capacity. To verify the status of the additional memory module, please use the HW Setup program. If it is not recognized, check the memory module’s connection.
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Removing Memory Module(s)
To remove the memory module(s), make sure the computer is in boot mode then:
1. Turn the computer off in boot mode. Refer to the Turning Off the
section in Chapter 3.
■ The memory modules may be overheated when your computer has been operated for a period of time. In this case, let the memory modules cool down to room temperature before you installing/removing them.
■ Do not try to install a memory module with the computer turned on or turned off in sleep or hibernation mode. It would damage the computer and the memory module.
2. Remove all cables connected to the computer.
3. Close the display and turn the computer upside down.
4. Remove the battery pack (refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-up
.).
5. Turn the computer display-side up and open the display.
6. Slip a flat object such as a Slotted screwdriver into the notch at the right side of the keyboard brace. Lift up the keyboard brace to release
latches and remove the keyboard brace.(refer to Installing Memory
7. Remove two screws securing the keyboard.
Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver.
8. Slide the keyboard toward the display. Lift the bottom edge of the key-
board and tilt the keyboard over.(refer to Installing Memory Module(s)
section)
The keyboard is connected to the computer by a keyboard ribbon cable.
Be careful not to apply tension to this cable when you tilt the keyboard over. Do not try to disconnect this cable.
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9. Use a slender object such as a pen to pull away two latches on either side of the memory module. The memory module will pop up.
Figure 8-15 Removing the memory module
10. Grasp the edges of the memory module and gently pull it out of the slot.
Do not touch the connectors on the memory module(s) or on the computer.
Any debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems.
11. Insert the tabs on the bottom of the keyboard into the corresponding notches on the computer and place the keyboard down.(refer to
Installing Memory Module(s) section)
12. Replace the keyboard in position and secure it with two screws.
13. Set the keyboard brace into its groove. Press the keyboard brace down - from the left to the right - to secure the latches.(refer to
Installing Memory Module(s) section)
Additional Battery Pack (8 cell)
You can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs (8 cell: PA3672U-1BAS/PA3672U-1BRS). If you’re away from an AC power source, you can replace a low battery with a fully charged one. See
Chapter 6,
.
Additional AC Adaptor
If you frequently transport the computer between different sites such as your home and office, purchasing an AC adaptor(PA3468U-1ACA) for each location will reduce the weight and bulk of your carrying load.
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USB FDD Kit
The 3 1/2" external FDD drive module can be connected to the USB port.
eSATA-equipped Device
An eSATA-equipped device can be connected to the eSATA/USB combo port.
External Monitor
Some models are equipped with an external monitor port. An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer. The computer supports VGA and Super VGA video modes. To connect a monitor, follow the steps below.
The hibernation and sleep feature can be used with an external monitor.
Simply enable hibernation and sleep and the computer will maintain the data as it is displayed on the external monitor.
1. Connect the monitor to the external monitor port.
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Figure 8-16 Connecting an external monitor cable
2. Turn the monitor’s power on.
When you turn on the power, the computer automatically recognizes the monitor and determines whether it is color or monochrome.
You can use the HW Setup to select between Auto-Selected and
LCD+Analog RGB displays. Refer to Chapter 7,
.
If you have selected LCD+Analog RGB under the Display options of the HW
Setup, both the external monitor and the internal LCD will be active when you turn on the computer. If Auto-Selected is selected, only the external monitor will be active.
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To change the display settings, press FN + F5 . If you disconnect the monitor before you turn the computer off, be sure to press FN + F5 to switch to the internal display. Refer to Chapter 5,
, for details on using hot keys to change the display setting.
If you set LCD+Analog RGB for the computer’s display, you must set the computer’s display resolution to the same as that of the external monitor or other device, such as a projector.
HDMI
Some models are equipped with a HDMI port which can send/receive video, audio and control signals by connecting with external display/audio devices. 1080p, 720p, 576p and 480p signal formats are supported, but actually available signal format depends on each HDMI devices. To connect external devices, follow the steps as detailed below:
As the port operation of all HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) monitors has not been confirmed, some HDMI monitors may not function properly.
1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI port of the HDMI device .
2. Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI port on your computer.
Figure 8-17 Connecting a HDMI cable
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Setting for Display Video on HDMI
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 hot keys 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.
■ While data is being read or written.
■ While communication is being carried out.
Settings for Audio on HDMI
To set the audio device to use the HDMI, follow the steps below.
1. Click Start.
2. Click Control Panel.
3. Click Hardware and Sound.
4. Click Sound.
5. Click Playback tab.
6. Click HDMI Device.
7. Click the Set Default button.
To set the audio device to use internal speaker, follow the steps below.
1. Click Start.
2. Click Control Panel.
3. Click Hardware and Sound.
4. Click Sound.
5. Click Playback tab.
6. Click Speakers.
7. Click the Set Default button.
i.LINK (IEEE1394)
Some models are equipped with an i.LINK (IEEE1394) port. i.LINK (IEEE1394) is used for high-speed data transfer for a range of compatible devices such as
1. Digital video cameras
2. Hard disk drives
3. MO drives
4. CD-RW drives i.LINK uses a four-pin connector, which does not carry electric current.
External devices will need their own power supply.
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Precautions
■ Make a back-up of your data before transferring it to the computer.
There is a possibility that the original data will be damaged. There is a particular risk that some frames will be deleted in the case of digital video transfer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for such loss of data.
■ Do not transfer data in areas where static electricity is easily generated or in areas subjected to electronic noise. Data can be destroyed.
■ If you are transferring data through an IEEE1394 hub, do not connect or disconnect other devices from the hub during data transfer. There is a likelihood that data will be damaged. Connect all devices to the hub before you turn on the computer’s power.
■ You may not use any copyrighted video or music data copied from a video camera except for your personal enjoyment.
■ If you connect/disconnect an i.LINK device to/from another i.LINK device that is currently exchanging data with the computer, data frames might be dropped.
■ Make sure data transfer has ended or turn off the computer, before you:
■ Connect/disconnect an i.LINK device to/from the computer.
■ Connect/disconnect an i.LINK device to/from another i.LINK device that is connected to the computer.
Connecting
1. Make sure the connectors are properly aligned and plug the i.LINK
(IEEE1394) cable into the computer.
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Figure 8-18 Connecting the i.LINK(IEEE1394) cable
2. Plug the other end of the cable into the device.
Note the following when you use i.LINK:
■ You may need to install drivers for your i.LINK devices.
■ Not all i.LINK devices have been tested. Therefore, compatibility with all i.LINK devices cannot be guaranteed.
■ Use S100, S200 or S400 cables no longer than three meters.
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■ Some devices might not support sleep or automatic off functions.
■ Do not connect or disconnect an i.LINK device while it is using an application or when the computer is automatically shutting it down to save power. Data might be destroyed.
■ When multiple IEEE1394 devices are connected to a PC, the devices may not correctly be identified. This problem may occur when Windows Vista™ is restarted while the devices are connected or when the power to the IEEE1394 devices is turned on before the
PC is turned on. If it occurs, disconnect the IEEE1394 cables and then reconnect them.
Disconnecting
1. Open the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar.
2. Point to i.LINK (IEEE1394) device and click.
3. Disconnect the cable from the computer then from the i.LINK device .
Refer also to the documentation that came with your i.LINK device.
Security Lock
A security lock enables you to anchor your computer to a desk or other heavy object to help prevent unauthorized removal of the computer.
Attach one end of a cable to the desk and the other end to the security lock slot on the right side of the computer.
S ECURITY LOCK
K EY
Figure 8-19 Security lock
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Chapter 9
Troubleshooting
TOSHIBA designed the computer for durability. However, should problems occur, following the procedures in this chapter can help to determine the cause.
All readers should become familiar with this chapter. Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring.
Problem Solving Process
Resolving problems will be much easier if you observe the following guidelines:
■ Stop immediately when you recognize a problem exists. Further action may result in data loss or damage. You may destroy valuable problemrelated information that can help solve the problem.
■ Observe what is happening. Write down what the system is doing and what actions you performed immediately before the problem occurred.
If you have a printer attached, print a copy of the screen using the
PRTSC(Print Screen) key.
The questions and procedures offered in this chapter are meant as a guide, they are not definitive problem solving techniques. Many problems can be solved simply, but a few may require help from your dealer. If you find you need to consult your dealer or others, be prepared to describe the problem in as much detail as possible.
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Preliminary Checklist
Consider the simplest solution first. The items in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem.
■ Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer. This includes your printer and any other external device you are using.
■ Before you attach an external device, turn the computer off. When you turn the computer back on it recognizes the new device.
■ Make sure all options are set properly in the setup program.
■ Check all cables. Are they correctly and firmly attached? Loose cables can cause signal errors.
■ Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins.
■ Check that your diskette is correctly inserted and that the diskette’s write protect tab is correctly set.
Make notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log.
This will help you describe your problems to your dealer. If a problem recurs, the log will help you identify the problem faster.
Analyzing the Problem
Sometimes the system gives clues that can help you identify why it is malfunctioning. Keep the following questions in mind:
■ Which part of the system is not operating properly: keyboard, diskette drives, hard disk drive, printer, display. Each device produces different symptoms.
■ Is the operating system configuration set properly? Check the configuration options.
■ What appears on the display screen? Does it display any messages or random characters? Print a copy of the screen if you have a printer attached. Look up the messages in the software and operating system documentation. Check that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached. Loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent signals.
■ Do any icons light? Which ones? What color are they? Do they stay on or blink? Write down what you see.
Record your observations so you can describe them to your dealer.
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Software
Hardware
The problems may be caused by your software or diskette.
If you cannot load a software package, the media (usually a diskette) may be damaged or the program might be corrupted. Try loading another copy of the software.
If an error message appears while you are using a software package, check the software documentation.
These documents usually include a problem solving section or a summary of error messages.
Next, check any error messages in the OS documentation.
If you cannot find a software problem, check your hardware. First run through the items in the preliminary checklist above. If you still cannot correct the problem, try to identify the source. The next section provides checklists for individual components and peripherals.
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:
■ System start-up
■ Self test
■ Power
■ Password
■ Keyboard
■ LCD panel
■ Hard disk drive
■ DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive
■ Diskette drive
■ Pointing device
■ Fingerprint sensor
■ ExpressCard
■ Memory cards: Secure
Digital(SD), Secure Digital High
Capacity(SDHC), Memory
Stick(MS), Memory Stick Pro(MS
Pro), MultiMediaCard(MMC) and xD-Picture Card(xD)
■ External monitor
■ Sound system
■ USB
■ USB Sleep and Charge function
■ eSATA/USB combo port
■ Sleep/Hibernation
■ LAN
■ Wireless LAN
■ Bluetooth
■ i.LINK (IEEE1394) device
■ Recovery Discs
■ FM tuner
System Start-up
When the computer does not start properly, check the following items:
■ Self Test
■ Power Sources
■ Power-on Password
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Self Test
When the computer starts up, the self-test will be run automatically, and the following will be displayed:
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This message remains on the screen for a few seconds.
If the self test is successful, the computer tries to load the operating system.
Depending on how the Boot Priority is set in the Hardware Setup, the computer tries to load first from drive A then from drive C, or first from drive
C then from drive A.
If any of the following conditions are present, the self test failed:
■ The computer stops and does not proceed to display information or messages.
■ Random characters appear on the screen, and the system does not function normally.
■ The screen displays an error message.
Turn off the computer and check all cable connections. If the test fails again, contact your dealer.
Power
When the computer is not plugged into an AC adaptor, the battery pack is the primary power source. However, your computer has a number of other power resources, including intelligent power supply and Real Time Clock battery. These resources are interrelated and any one could affect apparent power problems. This section provides check lists for AC adaptor and the main battery. If you cannot resolve a problem after following them, the cause could lie with another power resource. In such case, contact your dealer.
Overheating Power Down
If the computer’s internal temperature becomes too high, the computer will automatically shut down.
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AC power
If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connected, check the DC IN indicator. Refer to Chapter 6,
for more information.
Problem
AC adaptor doesn’t power the computer
( DC IN indicator does not glow white)
Procedure
Check the connections. Make sure the cord is firmly connected to the computer and a power outlet.
Check the condition of the cord and terminals. If the cord is frayed or damaged, replace it. If the terminals are soiled, wipe them with cotton or a clean cloth.
If the AC adaptor still does not power the computer, contact your dealer.
Battery
If you suspect a problem with the battery, check the DC IN indicator as well as the battery indicator. For information on indicators and battery operation see Chapter 6,
Problem Procedure
Battery doesn’t power the computer
Battery doesn’t charge when the AC adaptor is attached ( Battery indicator does not glow orange).
The battery may be discharged - connect the AC adaptor to recharge the battery.
If the battery is completely discharged, it will not begin charging immediately. Wait a few minutes.
If the battery still does not charge, make sure the outlet is supplying power. Test it by plugging in an appliance. If it doesn’t work, try another power source
Check whether the battery is hot or cold to the touch. If the battery is too hot or too cold, it will not charge properly. Let it reach room temperature.
Unplug the AC adaptor and remove the battery to make sure the terminals are clean. If necessary wipe them with a soft dry cloth dipped in alcohol.
Connect the AC adaptor and replace the battery.
Make sure it is securely seated.
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Problem Procedure
Check the Battery indicator. If it does not glow, let the computer charge the battery for at least 20 minutes. If the Battery indicator glows after 20 minutes, let the battery continue to charge at least another 20 minutes before turning on the computer.
If the indicator still does not glow, the battery may be at the end of its operating life. Replace it.
If you do not think the battery is at the end of its operating life, see your dealer.
Battery doesn’t power the computer as long as expected
If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, the battery might not charge to its full potential. Fully discharge the battery, then try to charge it again.
Check the power consumption settings in Power
Options. Consider using a power saving mode.
Password
Problem Procedure
Cannot enter password Refer to the
section in Chapter 7,
Keyboard
Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more information refer to Chapter 5,
and Chapter 7,
.
Problem
Some letter keys produce numbers
Output to screen is garbled
Procedure
Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not selected. Press FN + F10 and try typing again.
Make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard. Remapping involves reassigning the meaning of each key. See your software’s documentation.
If you are still unable to use the keyboard, consult your dealer
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LCD Panel
Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer’s setup. Refer to
Chapter 7,
HW Setup and Passwords , for more information.
Problem
No display
Procedure
Press hot keys FN + F5 to change the display priority, to make sure it is not set for an external monitor.
Markings appear on the
LCD screen.
They might have come from contact with the keyboard or touchpad. Try wiping the LCD gently with a clean dry cloth. If markings remain, use
LCD cleaner. Be sure to let the LCD dry before closing it.
Problems above remain unresolved or other problems occur
Refer to your software’s documentation to determine if the software is causing the difficulty.
Contact your dealer if the problems continue.
Hard Disk Drive
Problem
Computer does not boot from hard disk drive
Slow performance
Procedure
Check if a diskette is in the diskette drive or a
CD/DVD is in the optical disc drive. Remove any diskette and/or CD/DVD and check Boot priority.
Refer to Chapter 7, Boot Priority section.
There may be a problem with your operating system files. Refer to your OS documentation.
Your files may be fragmented. Run SCANDISK and defragmenter to check the condition of your files and disk. Refer to your OS documentation or online HELP for information on running
SCANDISK and the defragmenter.
As a last resort, reformat the hard disk. Then, reload the operating system and other files.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
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DVD Super Multi(+-R DL) Drive
For more information, refer to Chapter 4,
.
Problem
You cannot access a
CD/DVD in the drive
Procedure
Make sure the drive’s drawer is securely closed.
Press gently until it clicks into place.
Open the drawer and make sure the CD/DVD is properly seated. It should lie flat with the label facing up.
A foreign object in the drawer could block laser light from reading the CD or DVD. Make sure there is no obstruction. Remove any foreign object.
Check whether the DVD is dirty. If it is, wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner. See the
Media Care section in Chapter 4
for details on cleaning.
Some CD/DVDs run correctly, but others do not
The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem. Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software’s needs.
Check the CD/DVD’s documentation.
Cannot write correctly
Check the type of CD/DVD you are using. Refer
to Chapter 1, Introduction for more information.
Check the region code on the DVD. It must match that on the drive. Region codes are listed
in the Optical Disc Drive section in Chapter 2,
.
If you have trouble writing, make sure you are observing the following precautions:
■ Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA
■ Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing.
■ Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording.
■ Do not run or start other software during writing.
■ Do not jar the computer during writing.
■ Do not connect/disconnect external devices or install/remove internal cards during writing.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
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Diskette Drive
Problem Procedure
Drive does not operate There may be a faulty cable connection. Check the connection to the computer and to the drive.
Some programs run correctly but others do not
You cannot access the external 3 1/2" diskette drive
The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem. Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software needs.
Try another diskette. If you can access the diskette, the original diskette (not the drive) is probably causing the problem.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
Pointing Device
If you are using a USB mouse, also refer to the
and to your mouse documentation.
Touchpad
Problem Procedure
On-screen pointer does not respond to Pad operation
The system might be busy. If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass, wait for it to resume its normal shape and try again to move it.
Double-tapping does not work
Try changing the double-click speed setting in the mouse control utility. Click Start → Control Panel
→ Hardware and Sound → Mouse to access it.
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Problem
The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow
Procedure
Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility. Click Start → Control Panel →
Hardware and Sound → Mouse to access it.
When the reaction of touchpad is sensitive to slow
Adjust the touch Sensitivity.
1. Open the Control Panel .
2. Click the Hardware and Sound icon.
3. Click the Mouse icon.
4. Click the Device Setting tab.
5. Click the Setting button.
6. The Properties for Synaptics touchpad on
PS/2 port screen appears. Double-click
Sensitivity in the Select an item section on the left side of the screen.
7. PalmCheck and Touch Sensitivity are displayed. Click Touch Sensitivity .
8. Move the slide bar for Touch Sensitivity to make an adjustment. Click the OK button.
9. Click the OK button on the Device Setting tab.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
USB mouse
This section applies only with Windows Vista TM operating system.
Problem Procedure
On-screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation
The system might be busy. If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass, wait for it to resume its normal shape and try again to move it.
Double-clicking does not work
The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow
The mouse pointer moves erratically
Make sure the mouse is properly connected to the USB port.
Try changing the double-click speed setting in the mouse control utility. Click Start → Control Panel
→ Hardware and Sound → Mouse to access it.
Try changing the double-click speed setting in the mouse control utility. Click Start → Control Panel
→ Hardware and Sound → Mouse to access it.
The mouse might be dirty. Refer to your mouse documentations for instructions on cleaning.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
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Fingerprint Sensor
Problem
Reading of the fingerprint was not successful
Procedure
Please try again using the correct posture. Refer to
in Chapter 4,
.
The fingerprint cannot be read due to injuries to the finger
Try the recognition process again using another enrolled finger.
Try the recognition process again using another enrolled finger.
If fingerprints from all the enrolled fingers cannot be read, please logon by using the keyboard to input the password for the time being.
Fingerprint Pre-OS feature or Single Sign
On feature cannot be enabled
Fingerprint Pre-OS feature does not work
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
Please use TOSHIBA HW Setup to register the
User Password if it was not registered.
Make sure you have enroll finger in windows account.
Set the User Password by using TOSHIBA HW
Setup and restart the system.
Make sure place a checkmark in “Enable Pre-OS
Fingerprint Authentication” on the TrueSuite
Access Manager setting.
ExpressCard
Refer also to Chapter 8,
Problem
ExpressCard error occurs
Procedure
Reseat the ExpressCard to make sure it is firmly connected.
Make sure the connection between the external device and the card is firm.
Check the card’s documentation.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
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Memory cards:Secure Digital(SD), Secure Digital High
Capacity(SDHC), Memory Stick(MS), Memory Stick Pro(MS Pro),
MultiMediaCard(MMC) and xD-Picture Card(xD)
Refer also to Chapter 8,
Problem
Memory card error occurs
Procedure
Reseat the memory card to make sure it is firmly connected.
You cannot write to the memory card
Check the card’s documentation.
Make sure the card is not write protected.
You cannot read a file Make sure the target file is on the memory card inserted in the slot.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
External Monitor
Refer also to Chapter 8,
and to your monitor’s documentation.
Problem Procedure
Monitor does not turn on Make sure that the external monitor’s power switch is on. Confirm that the external monitor’s power cable is plugged into a working power outlet.
No display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor.
Display error occurs
Press hot keys FN + F5 to change the display priority and make sure it is not set for the internal display.
Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is attached firmly.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
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Sound System
Problem
No sound is heard
Procedure
Adjust the volume control dial.
Check the software volume settings.
Make sure the headphone connection is secure.
Check Windows Device Manager. Make sure the sound function is enabled and that settings for I/O address, Interrupt level and DMA are correct for your software and do not conflict with other hardware devices that you may have connected to the computer.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
USB
Refer also to your USB device’s documentation.
Problem Procedure
USB device does not work
Check for a firm cable connection between the
USB ports on the computer and the USB device.
Make sure the USB device drivers are properly installed. Refer to your Windows documentation for information on checking the drivers.
If you are using an operating system that does not support USB, you can still use a USB mouse and/or USB keyboard. If these devices do not work, make sure the USB KB/Mouse Legacy
Emulation item in HW Setup is set to [Enabled].
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
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USB Sleep and Charge Function
Problem
I cannot use the USB
Sleep and Charge function
The battery depletes quickly even when I have turned OFF the power of the computer
Procedure
The setting of USB Sleep and Charge function may be [Disabled]. Change the setting to
[Enabled] in the HW Setup.
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 the 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 USB Sleep and Charge function. In this case, please try one or more of the following methods.
■ Change a mode setting of [Enabled] by the HW
Setup.
■ Turn OFF the computer while external devices are connected.
If this function can not be still used, change the setting to [Disabled] in the BIOS Setup and stop using the function.
When USB Sleep and Charge function is set to
[Enabled] in the HW Setup, USB bus power
(DC5V) will be supplied to the external device connected to the compatible port. If external device is connected to the compatible port when the AC adaptor is not connected to the computer, the battery of the computer will be depleted even when the power of the computer is turned OFF.
Connect the AC adaptor to the computer or change the USB Sleep and Charge function setting the [Disabled] in the HW Setup. Instead use a USB Port does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ).
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Problem Procedure
External devices connected to the compatible ports do not work when connected to a compatible port
Some external devices may not work when connected to a compatible port when the USB
Sleep and Charge function is [Enabled] in the HW
Setup.
Reconnect the external device after turning ON the computer.
If the external device still does not work, connect device to an USB port that does not have the
USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon
( ) or change the USB Sleep and Charge function setting to [Disabled] in the HW Setup.
The USB WakeUp function does not work
When USB Sleep and Charge function is set to
[Enabled] in the HW Setup, the USB WakeUp function does not work for ports that support the
USB Sleep and Charge function. In that case, use an USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ) or change the USB Sleep and Charge function setting to [Disabled ] in the HW Setup.
eSATA/USB Combo Port
Refer also to your eSATA device and USB device’s documentation.
Problem Procedure e/SATA device or USB device does not work
Check for a firm cable connection between the eSATA/USB combo port on the computer and the eSATA device or USB device.
Make sure the eSATA device or USB device drivers are properly installed. Refer to your
Windows documentation for information on checking the drivers.
If you are using an operating system that does not support USB, you can still use a USB mouse and/or USB keyboard. If these devices do not work, make sure the USB KB/Mouse Legacy
Emulation item in HW Setup is set to [Enabled].
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
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Sleep/Hibernation
Problem
The system will not enter sleep/hibernation
Procedure
Is Windows Media Player open? The system might not enter sleep/hibernation, if Windows
Media Player is either playing a selection or finished playing a selection. Close Windows
Media Player before you select sleep/hibernation.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
LAN
Problem
Cannot access LAN
Wake-up on LAN
Procedure
Check for a firm cable connection between the
LAN jack and the LAN HUB.
Make sure the AC adaptor is connected. The does not work Wake-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 4,
.
Problem Procedure
Cannot access Wireless
LAN
Make sure the computer’s wireless communication switch is set to on.
If problems persist, consult your LAN administrator.
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Bluetooth
For more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4,
Problem
Cannot access
Bluetooth device
Procedure
Make sure the computer’s wireless communication switch is set to on.
Make sure the Bluetooth Manager is running and the power to the Bluetooth device is turned on.
Make sure no optional Bluetooth Adpater is installed in the computer. The built-in Bluetooth function and an optional Bluetooth Adpater cannot operate simultaneously.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
i.LINK (IEEE1394) Device
Problem i.LINK device does not function
Procedure
Make sure the cable is securely connected to the computer and to the device.
Make sure the device’s power is turned on.
Reinstall the drivers. Open the Windows Control
Panel and double-click the Add Hardware icon.
Follow the on-screen directions.
Restart Windows.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
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Recovery Discs
Problem Procedure
[
The following message appears when executing
Recovery Disc Creator.
The Recovery Disc
Creator can not be launched because there is no recovery partition.
]
You will see this message if you have previously chosen to remove the partition and are trying to create Recovery Media. When there is no recovery partition, the Recovery Disc Creator cannot make Recovery Media.
However, if you have already created a
“Recovery Media”, you can use it to restore the recovery partition.
Simply follow the instructions in “Restoring the preinstall software from your creating Recovery
Media” section in this manual. You will be directed to select Restore Original Factory
Image from the drop-down menu. If you have not created Recovery Media, please contact
TOSHIBA support for assistance.
FM Tuner
Problem
Poor reception
Procedure
Adjust the FM tuner antenna.
Make sure the FM tuner antenna connection is secure.
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:
■ Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation supplied with your software and/or peripheral devices.
■ If a 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.
■ Consult the dealer you purchased your computer and/or software. They are your best resource for current information and support.
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Where to Write
If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related, write to TOSHIBA at the nearest location listed on the below.
Outside of Europe Europe
Australia
TOSHIBA Australia Pty. Ltd.
Information Systems Division
84-92 Talavera Road
North Ryde N.S.W. 2113 Sydney
Germany & Austria
TOSHIBA Europe (I.E.) GmbH
Gesch ä ftsbereich,
DeutschlandÖ sterreich
Hammfelddamm8,
D-41460 Neuss, Germany
France
TOSHIBA Syst è ms France S.A.
7, Rue Amp è re B.P. 131,
92804 Puteaux Cedex
Canada
TOSHIBA of Canada Ltd.
191 McNabb Street,
Markham, Ontario
L3R 8H2
China
TOSHIBA Personal Computer &
Network (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
43F, Hongkong new world tower,
No. 300 Huai Hai Zhong Road,
Shanghai,
P.R. China 200021
United States of America
TOSHIBA America Information
Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Boulevard
Irvine, California 92618
USA
Singapore
TOSHIBA Singapore Pte. Ltd.
438B Alexandra Road #06-01
Alexandra Technopark
Singapore 119968
Netherlands
TOSHIBA Information Systems,
Benelux B.V.
Rivium Boulevard
41 2909 LK Capelle a/d IJssel
Spain
TOSHIBA Information Systems,
ESPA Ñ A
Parque Empresarial San Fernando
Edificio Europa, l a Planta,
Escalera A 28830 Madrid
United Kingdom
TOSHIBA Information Systems
(U.K.) Ltd.
TOSHIBA Court
Weybridge Business Park
Addlestone Road
Weybridge, Surrey KT15 2UL
India
TOSHIBA India Pvt Ltd.
PC Division
6 th Floor, DR Gopal Das Bhawan
Barakhamba Road,
Delhi-110001, India
The Rest of Europe
TOSHIBA Europe (I.E.) GmbH
Geschäftsbereich,
Deutschland-Österreich
Hammfelddamm 8,
D-41460 Neuss, Germany
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Chapter 10
Legal Footnotes
This chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. In the text in this manual, *XX is used to show which Legal
Footnotes description is related to TOSHIBA computers.
Description(s) related to this computer are marked with a blue *XX in this manual. Clicking on *XX will display the related description.
CPU
Central Processing Unit (CPU) Performance Disclaimer.
CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the following conditions:
■ use of certain external peripheral products
■ use of battery power instead of AC power
■ use of certain multimedia, computer generated graphics or video applications
■ use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections
■ use of complex modeling software, such as high end computer aided design applications
■ use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously
■ use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude > 1,000 meters or > 3,280 feet above sea level)
■ use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5°C to 30°C (41°F to 86°F) or > 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 PC documentation or visit the TOSHIBA website at http://www.pcsupport.toshiba.com
for details).
CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design configuration.
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Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically shutdown. This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions. To avoid risk of lost data, always make back-up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external storage medium. For optimum performance, use your computer product only under recommended conditions. Read additional restrictions under “Environmental Conditions” in your PC documentation. Contact TOSHIBA Technical Service and
Support 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:
■ 64-bit Operating System
■ 64-bit CPU, Chipset and BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)
■ 64-bit Device drivers
■ 64-bit applications
Certain device drivers and/or applications may not be compatible with a 64bit CPU and therefore may not function properly. A 32-bit version of the operating system is preinstalled on your computer unless explicitly stated that the operating system is 64-bit. See " http://www.pcsupport.toshiba.com
" for more information.
Core TM 2 Duo or Core TM Duo Processor.
Intel® Dual Core Technology is a new technology designed to deliver improved performance to the notebook PC. Performance or compatibility may vary. For more information on Intel’s Core 2 Duo processors, visit: http://www.intel.com/core2duo/
See 64-Bit Computing Legal Footnote, if applicable.
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 system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system, applications utilized, system memory size and other factors. Computers configured with a 32-bit operating system can address up to 3GB of system memory. Only computers configured with a 64-bit operating system can address 4 GB or more of system memory.
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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 the time of publication. Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge while computer is consuming full power.
After a period of time, 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, or visit the TOSHIBA web site at http://www.pcsupport.toshiba.com
.
HDD Drive Capacity and External HDD Capacity
One Gigabyte (GB) means 10 9 = 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 30 = 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 Windows and/or pre-installed software applications, or media content. Actual formatted capacity may vary.
LCD
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.
The screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you will not be able to increase the brightness of the screen.
Graphics Processor Unit (GPU)
Graphics processor unit (GPU) performance may vary depending on product model, design configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized. GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and may decrease considerably when operating in battery power mode.
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.
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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.
[54Mbps is the theoretical maximum speed under the IEEE802.11 (a/b/g) standard.] The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed.
The wireless adapter is based on a draft release version of the IEEE
802.11n specification and may not be compatible with, or support all features (e.g., security) of, certain Wi-Fi ® equipment.
Non-applicable Icons
Certain notebook 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 notebook chassis, unless you have selected all those features.
Copy Protection
Applicable copy protection standards included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media.
Images
All images are simulated for purposes of illustration.
LCD Brightness and Eye Strain
Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device. We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes.
USB Sleep and Charge
The “USB 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.
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Table of Contents
Specifications................................................................................ A-1
Display Controller......................................................................... B-1
AC Power Cord and Connectors................................................. C-1
Wireless LAN................................................................................. D-1
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Appendix A
Specifications
This appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specifications.
Environmental Requirements
Operating
Ambient temperature
Relative humidity
5°C to 35°C
20% to 80%
Altitude (from sea level) 0 to 3,000 meters
Non-operating
-20°C to 60°C
10% to 90%
0 to 10,000 meters
Power Requirements
AC adaptor
Computer
100-240 volts AC
50 or 60 hertz (cycles per second)
19V DC
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Display Controller
The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular pixels on or off.
The controller is an advanced Video Graphics Array (VGA) that provides
Super VGA (SVGA) and Extended Graphics Array (XGA) support for the internal LCD and external monitors.
A high-resolution external monitor connected to the computer can display up to 2048 horizontal and 1536 vertical pixels at up to 16M colors.
The display controller also controls the video mode, which uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum number of colors that can be displayed on screen.
Software written for a given video mode will run on any computer that supports the mode.
The computer’s display controller supports all SVGA and XGA modes, the most widely used industry standards.
Some of display modes might not be supported depending on the external monitor which you use.
If you are running some application ( for example a 3D application or video playback and so on), you may use 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.You could also disable
Windows Aero™ to help correct this situation.
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AC Power Cord and Connectors
The AC input plug of power cord must be compatible with various international AC power outlets. Power cords need to meet the local standards and the specifications listed as below:
Length:
Wire size:
Current rating:
Voltage rating:
Minimum 1.7 meters
Minimum 0.75 mm 2
Minimum 2.5 amperes
125 or 250V AC
(depending on country/region’s power standards)
Certification Agencies
Europe:
Austria:
Belgium:
Denmark:
Finland:
France:
Germany:
OVE
CEBEC
DEMKO
FIMKO
LCIE
VDE
Italy:
The Netherlands:
Norway:
Sweden:
Switzerland:
United Kingdom:
Outside of Europe:
U.S. and Canada: UL listed and CSA certified
No. 18 AWG, Type SVT or SPT-2
China:
Australia:
CCC, CQC
AS
India:
IMQ
KEMA
NEMKO
SEMKO
SEV
BSI
STQC
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In Europe, two conductors power cords must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F or
H03VVH2-F; while three conductors be VDE type, H05VV-F.
For the United States and Canada, two pin plug configuration must be
2-15P (250V) or 1-15P (125V); while three pin be 6-15P (250V) or 5-15P
(125V) as designated in the U.S. National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part II.
The following illustrations show the plug shapes for USA, Australia , Canada, United Kingdom, Europe, and China.
USA United Kingdom
UL approved
Australia
BS approved
Europe
AS approved
Canada
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Approved by the appropriate agency
China
CCC approved
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Appendix D
Wireless LAN
This appendix is intended to help you get your Wireless LAN network up and running, with a minimum of parameters.
Card Specifications
Form Factor
Compatibility
Network
Operating System
Media Access
Protocol
■ PCI Express Mini Card
■ IEEE 802.11 Standard for Wireless LANs
■ Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wi-Fi
Alliance. The ‘Wi-Fi CERTIFIED’ logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
■ Microsoft ® Windows Networking
■ CSMA/CA (Collision Avoidance) with
Acknowledgment (ACK)
Radio characteristics
Radio characteristics of Wireless LAN cards may vary according to:
■ Country/region where the product was purchased
■ 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 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz band, local radio regulations may impose a number of limitations to the use of wireless communication equipment.
Refer to the sheet Information to the User for regulatory information that may apply in your country/region.
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Wireless LAN
R-F Frequency ■ Band 5 GHz (5150-5850 MHz) (Revision A, draft N)
■ Band 2.4 GHz (2400-2483.5 MHz)
(Revision B, G, draft N)
The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of the wireless communication. Communications at lower transmit range may travel larger distances.
■ The range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high-density materials.
■ Range is also impacted due to “obstacles” in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal.
Supported frequency sub-bands
Subject to the radio regulations that apply in your country/region, your
Wireless LAN card may support a different set of 5 GHz/2.4 GHz channels.
Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for information about the radio regulations that apply in your country/region.
Table Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (Revision B and G)
Frequency Range Channel ID 2400-2483.5 MHz
1 2412
2
3
2417
2422
6
7
4
5
8
9
2427
2432
2437
2442
2447
2452
10
11
12
13
2457 *1
2462
2467 *2
2472 *2
When installing Wireless LAN cards, the channel configuration is managed as follows:
■ For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN infrastructure, the
Wireless LAN card will automatically start operation at the channel identified by the Wireless LAN Access Point. When roaming between different access points the station can dynamically switch to another channel if required.
■ In a Wireless LAN Access Point, the Wireless LAN card will use the factory-set default channel(printed in bold), unless the LAN
Administrator selected a different channel when configuring the
Wireless LAN Access Point device.
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Frequency Range Channel ID
36
40
44
48
52
56
60
64
100
104
108
112
116
136
140
149
153
120
124
128
132
157
161
Table Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (Revision A)
5150-5850 MHz
5180
5200
5220
5240
5260
5280
5300
5320
5500 *3
5520 *3
5540 *3
5560 *3
5580 *3
5600 *3
5620 *3
5640 *3
5660 *3
5680 *3
5700 *3
5745 *3
5765 *3
5785 *3
5805 *3
Note
US only *4
US only *4
US only *4
US only *4
*1
*3
Factory-set default channels
*2 Refer to the sheet Approved Countries/Regions for use for the
countries/regions that in which these channels can be used.
These channels are available to A/B/G combo type only.
*4 Available Area: US (USA, CANADA) only.
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Glossary
The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference.
Abbreviations
AC: alternating current
AGP: accelerated graphics port
ANSI: American National Standards Institute
APM: advanced power manager
ASCII: American Standard Code for Information Interchange
BIOS: basic input output system
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
DDC: display data channel
DMA: direct memory access
DOS: disk operating system
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
ECP: extended capabilities port
FDD: floppy diskette drive
FIR: fast infrared
HDD: hard disk drive
IDE: integrated drive electronics
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I/O: input/output
IrDA: Infrared Data Association
IRQ: interrupt request
KB: kilobyte
LCD: liquid crystal display
LED: light emitting diode
LSI: large scale integration
MB: megabyte
OCR: optical character recognition (reader)
PCB: printed circuit board
PCI: peripheral component interconnect
RAM: random access memory
RGB: red, green, and blue
ROM: read only memory
RTC: real time clock
SCSI: small computer system interface
SIO: serial input/output
TFT: thin-film transistor
UART: universal asynchronous receiver/transmitter
USB: Universal Serial Bus
VESA: Video Electronic Standards Association
VGA: video graphics array
VRT: voltage reduction technology
WXGA+: wide extended graphics array plus
WUXGA: wide ultra extended graphics array
XGA: extended graphics array
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A adaptor: A device that provides an interface between two dissimilar electronic devices. For example, the AC adaptor modifies the power from a wall outlet for use by the computer. This term also refers to the add-in circuit cards that control external devices, such as video monitors and magnetic tape devices. allocate: To assign a space or function for a specific task.
alphanumeric: Keyboard characters including letters, numbers and other symbols, such as punctuation marks or mathematical symbols.
alternating current (AC): Electric current that reverses its direction of flow at regular intervals. analog signal: A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to (are an analog of) the value to be transmitted. Voice communications are analog signals.
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ANSI: American National Standards Institute. An organization established to adopt and define standards for a variety of technical disciplines.
For example, ANSI defined the ASCII standard and other information processing requirements.
antistatic: A material used to prevent the buildup of static electricity.
application: A group of programs that together are used for a specific task such as accounting, financial planning, spreadsheets, word processing and games.
ASCII: American Standard Code for Information Interchange. ASCII code is a set of 256 binary codes that represent the most commonly used letters, numbers, and symbols.
async: Short for asynchronous.
asynchronous: Lacking regular time relationship. As applied to computer communications, asynchronous refers to the method of transmitting data that does not require a steady stream of bits to be transmitted at regular time intervals.
B backup: A duplicate copy of files kept as a spare in case the original is destroyed.
batch file: A file that can be executed from the system prompt containing a sequence of operating system commands or executable files. binary: The base two number system composed of zeros and ones (off or on), used by most digital computers. The right-most digit of a binary number has a value of 1, the next a value of 2, then 4, 8, 16, and so on. For example, the binary number 101 has a value of 5. See also
ASCII.
BIOS: Basic Input Output System. The firmware that controls data flow within the computer. See also firmware.
bit: Derived from “binary digit,” the basic unit of information used by the computer. It is either zero or one. Eight bits is one byte. See also byte.
board: A circuit board. An internal card containing electronic components, called chips, which perform a specific function or increase the capabilities of the system.
boot: Short for bootstrap. A program that starts or restarts the computer.
The program reads instructions from a storage device into the computer’s memory.
bps: Bits per second. Typically used to describe the data transmission speed of a modem.
buffer: The portion of the computer’s memory where data is temporarily stored. Buffers often compensate for differences in the rate of flow from one device to another.
bus: An interface for transmission of signals, data or electric power.
byte: The representation of a single character. A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit; also the smallest addressable unit within the system.
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C cache memory: High speed memory which stores data that increases processor speed and data transfer rate. When the CPU reads data from main memory, it stores a copy of this data in cache memory.
The next time the CPU needs that same data, it looks for it in the cache memory rather than the main memory, which saves time. The computer has two cache levels. Level one is incorporated into the processor and level two resides in external memory.
capacity: The amount of data that can be stored on a magnetic storage device such as a floppy diskette or hard disk drive. It is usually described in terms of kilobytes (KB), where one KB = 1024 bytes and megabytes (MB), where one MB = 1024 KB.
card: Synonym for board . See board.
CardBus: An industry standard bus for 32-bit PC Cards.
CD-ROM: A Compact Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacity disc that can be read from but not written to. The CD-ROM drive uses a laser, rather than magnetic heads, to read data from the disc.
CD-R: A Compact Disc Recordable disc can be written once and read many times. See also CD-ROM.
CD-RW: A Compact Disc ReWritable disc can be rewritten many times.
See also CD-ROM.
character: Any letter, number, punctuation mark, or symbol used by the computer. Also synonymous with byte.
chassis: The frame containing the computer.
chip: A small semiconductor containing computer logic and circuitry for processing, memory, input/output functions and controlling other chips.
CMOS: Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor. An electronic circuit fabricated on a silicon wafer that requires very little power.
Integrated circuits implemented in CMOS technology can be tightly packaged and are highly reliable.
cold start: Starting a computer that is currently off (turning on the power).
COM1, COM2, COM3 and COM4: The names assigned to the serial and communication ports.
commands: Instructions you enter at the terminal keyboard that direct the actions of the computer or its peripheral devices.
communications: The means by which a computer transmits and receives data to and from another computer or device.
compatibility: 1) The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another computer without modifying the data or the media upon which it is being transferred.
2) the ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component.
components: Elements or parts (of a system) which make up the whole
(system).
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Composite Video (YUV): A standard video signal used to transmit images, e.g. from a VCR to a TV.
computer program: A set of instructions written for a computer that enable it to achieve a desired result.
computer system: A combination of hardware, software, firmware, and peripheral components assembled to process data into useful information.
configuration: The specific components in your system (such as the terminal, printer, and disk drives) and the settings that define how your system works. You use the HW Setup program to control your system configuration.
control keys: A key or sequence of keys you enter from the keyboard to initiate a particular function within a program.
controller: Built-in hardware and software that controls the functions of a specific internal or peripheral device (e.g. keyboard controller).
co-processor: A circuit built into the processor that is dedicated to intensive math calculations.
CPS: Characters Per Second. Typically used to indicate the transmission speed of a printer.
CPU: Central Processing Unit. The portion of the computer that interprets and executes instructions.
CRT: Cathode Ray Tube. A vacuum tube in which beams projected on a fluorescent screen-producing luminous spots. An example is the television set.
cursor: A small, blinking rectangle or line that indicates the current position on the display screen.
D data: Information that is factual, measurable or statistical that a computer can process, store, or retrieve.
data bits: A data communications parameter controlling the number of bits
(binary digits) used to make up a byte. If data bits = 7 the computer can generate 128 unique characters. If data bits = 8 the computer can generate 256 unique characters.
DC: Direct Current. Electric current that flows in one direction. This type of power is usually supplied by batteries.
default: The parameter value automatically selected by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions. Also called a preset value.
delete: To remove data from a disk or other data storage device.
Synonymous with erase.
device driver: A program that controls communication between a specific peripheral device and the computer. The CONFIG.SYS file contains device drivers that MS-DOS loads when you turn the computer on.
dialog box: A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information.
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Digital Audio: An audio compression standard that enables high-quality transmission and real-time playback of sound files.
disk drive: The device that randomly accesses information on a disk and copies it to the computer’s memory. It also writes data from memory to the disk. To accomplish these tasks, the unit physically rotates the disk at high speed past a read-write head.
disk storage: Storing data on magnetic disk. Data is arranged on concentric tracks much like a phonograph record.
display: A CRT, LCD, or other image producing device used to view computer output.
documentation: The set of manuals and/or other instructions written for the users of a computer system or application. Computer system documentation typically includes procedural and tutorial information as well as system functions.
DOS: Disk Operating System. See operating system.
driver: A software program, generally part of the operating system, that controls a specific piece of hardware (frequently a peripheral device such as a printer or mouse).
DVB-T (Digital Video Broadcasting - Terrestrial): Also known as terrestrial digital TV. Digital TV broadcasting standard.
DVD-R (+R, -R): A Digital Versatile Disc Recordable disk can be written once and read many times. The DVD-R drive uses a laser to read data from the disc.
DVD-RAM: A Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory is a highcapacity, high performance disc that allows you to store large volumes of data. The DVD-RAM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc.
DVD-R DL: A disc having two layers on one side with the DVD-R storage capacity about 1.8 times larger than before. The DVD-RW drive uses a laser to read data from the disc.
DVD-ROM: A Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacity, high performance disc suitable for play back of video and other high-density files. The DVD-ROM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc.
DVD-RW (+RW, -RW): A Digital Versatile Disc ReWritable disc can be rewritten many times.
DVD+R DL: A disc having two layers on one side with the DVD+R storage capacity about 1.8 times larger than before. The DVD-RW drive uses a laser to read data from the disc.
E echo: To send back a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device. You can display the information on the screen, or output it to the printer, or both. When a computer receives back data it transmitted to a CRT (or other peripheral device) and then retransmits the data to printer, the printer is said to echo the CRT.
erase: See delete.
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Glossary escape: 1) A code (ASCII code 27), signaling the computer that what follows are commands; used with peripheral devices such as printers and modems.
2) A means of aborting the task currently in progress.
escape guard time: A time before and after an escape code is sent to the modem which distinguishes between escapes that are part of the transmitted data, and escapes that are intended as a command to the modem.
execute: To interpret and execute an instruction.
Extended Capability Port: An industry standard that provides a data buffer, switchable forward and reverse data transmission, and run length encoding (RLE) support.
F fast infrared: An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps. file: A collection of related information; a file can contain data, programs, or both.
firmware: A set of instructions built into the hardware which controls and directs a microprocessor’s activities.
floppy diskette: A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data. floppy diskette drive (FDD): An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy diskettes.
Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA utility that allows you to assign functions to hot keys.
folder: An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders.
format: The process of readying a blank disk for its first use. Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the disk.
function keys: The keys labeled F1 through F12 that tell the computer to perform certain functions.
G gigabyte (GB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 megabytes. See also megabyte.
graphics: Drawings, pictures, or other images, such as charts or graphs, to present information.
H hard disk: A non-removable disk usually referred to as drive C. The factory installs this disk and only a trained engineer can remove it for servicing. Also called fixed disk.
hard disk drive (HDD): An electromechanical device that reads and writes a hard disk. See also hard disk.
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Glossary hardware: The physical electronic and mechanical components of a computer system: typically, the computer itself, external disk drives, etc. See also software and firmware.
hertz: A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second.
hexadecimal: The base 16 numbering system composed of the digits 0 through 9 and the letters A, B, C, D, E, and F.
host computer: The computer that controls, regulates, and transmits information to a device or another computer.
hot key: The computer’s feature in which certain keys in combination with the extended function key, FN , can be used to set system parameters, such as speaker volume.
HW Setup: A TOSHIBA utility that allows you to set the parameters for various hardware components.
I icon: A small graphic image displayed on the screen or in the indicator panel. In Windows, an icon represents an object that the user can manipulate.
i.LINK (IEEE1394): This port enables high-speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video cameras.
input: The data or instructions you provide to a computer, communication device or other peripheral device from the keyboard or external or internal storage devices. The data sent (or output) by the sending computer is input for the receiving computer.
instruction: Statements or commands that specify how to perform a particular task.
interface: 1) Hardware and/or software components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another.
2) To physically connect one system or device to another to exchange information.
3) The point of contact between user, the computer, and the program, for example, the keyboard or a menu.
interrupt request: A signal that gives a component access to the processor.
I/O: Input/output. Refers to acceptance and transfer of data to and from a computer.
I/O devices: Equipment used to communicate with the computer and transfer data to and from it.
IrDA 1.1: An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps.
J jumper: A small clip or wire that allows you to change the hardware characteristics by electrically connecting two points of a circuit.
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K
K: Taken from the Greek word kilo, meaning 1000; often used as equivalent to 1024, or 2 raised to the 10th power. See also byte and kilobyte.
KB: See kilobyte.
keyboard: An input device containing switches that are activated by manually pressing marked keys. Each keystroke activates a switch that transmits a specific code to the computer. For each key, the transmitted code is, in turn, representative of the (ASCII) character marked on the key.
kilobyte (KB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 bytes. See also byte and megabyte.
L level 2 cache: See cache.
Light Emitting Diode (LED): A semiconductor device that emits light when a current is applied.
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD): Liquid crystal sealed between two sheets of glass coated with transparent conducting material. The viewing-side coating is etched into character forming segments with leads that extend to the edge of the glass. Applying a voltage between the glass sheets alters the brightness of the liquid crystal.
LSI: Large Scale Integration.
1) A technology that allows the inclusion of up to 100,000 simple logic gates on a single chip.
2) An integrated circuit that uses large scale integration.
M main board: See motherboard.
megabyte (MB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes. See also kilobyte.
megahertz: A unit of wave frequency that equals 1 million cycles per second. See also hertz.
menu: A software interface that displays a list of options on the screen.
Also called a screen.
microprocessor: A hardware component contained in a single integrated circuit that carries out instructions. Also called the central processing unit (CPU), one of the main parts of the computer.
mode: A method of operation, for example, the Boot Mode, Sleep Mode or the Hibernation Mode.
monitor: A device that uses rows and columns of pixels to display alphanumeric characters or graphic images.
See also CRT.
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Sometimes called a main board.
N non-system disk: A formatted floppy diskette you can use to store programs and data but you cannot use to start the computer. See system disk.
nonvolatile memory: Memory, usually read-only (ROM), that is capable of permanently storing information. Turning the computer’s power off does not alter data stored in nonvolatile memory.
numeric keypad overlay: A feature that allows you to use certain keys on the keyboard to perform numeric entry, or to control cursor and page movement.
O
OCR: Optical Character Recognition (reader). A technique or device that uses laser or visible light to identify characters and input them into a storage device.
online state: A functional state of a peripheral device when it is ready to receive or transmit data.
operating system: A group of programs that controls the basic operation of a computer. Operating system functions include interpreting programs, creating data files, and controlling the transmission and receipt (input/output) of data to and from memory and peripheral devices.
output: The results of a computer operation. Output commonly indicates data.
1) printed on paper, 2) displayed at a terminal, 3) sent through the serial port of internal modem, or 4) stored on some magnetic media.
P
PAL: PAL (Phase Alternating Line) is the dominant video and broadcasting standard in Europe.
parity: 1) The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values
(integers) both of which are either on or off; odd or even; 0 or 1.
2) In serial communications, an error detection bit that is added to a group of data bits making the sum of the bits even or odd. Parity can be set to none, odd, or even.
password: A unique string of characters used to identify a specific user.
The computer provides various levels of password protection such as user and supervisor.
pel: The smallest area of the display that can be addressed by software.
Equal in size to a pixel or group of pixels. See pixel.
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Glossary peripheral component interconnect: An industry standard 32-bit bus.
peripheral device: An I/O device that is external to the central processor and/or main memory such as a printer or a mouse.
Péritel: Péritel is a 21-pin connecting cable/port system that allows images and high-quality stereo sound (including Dolby ® Pro-Logic sound formats) to be sent from one audio-visual device to another. It is also known as a “SCART connector” or “Euro connector”.
pixel: A picture element. The smallest dot that can be made on a display or printer. Also called a pel.
plug and play: A capability with Windows that enables the system to automatically recognize connections of external devices and make the necessary configurations in the computer.
port: The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers.
Power Saver Utility: A TOSHIBA utility that allows you to set the parameters for various power-saving functions.
printed circuit board (PCB): A hardware component of a processor to which integrated circuits and other components are attached. The board itself is typically flat and rectangular, and constructed of fiberglass, to form the attachment surface.
program: A set of instructions a computer can execute that enables it to achieve a desired result. See also application.
prompt: A message the computer provides indicating it is ready for or requires information or an action from you.
R
Radio frequency interference (RFI) shield: A metal shield enclosing the printed circuit boards of the printer or computer to prevent radio and
TV interference. All computer equipment generates radio frequency signals. The FCC regulates the amount of signals a computing device can allow past its shielding. A Class A device is sufficient for office use. Class B provides a more stringent classification for home equipment use. TOSHIBA portable computers comply with Class B computing device regulations.
Random Access Memory (RAM): High speed memory within the computer circuitry that can be read or written to.
restart: Resetting a computer without turning it off (also called “warm boot” or “soft reset”). See also boot.
RGB: Red, green and blue. A device that uses three input signals, each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color (red, green and blue) or port for using such a device. See also CRT.
RJ11: A modular telephone jack.
RJ45: A modular LAN jack.
ROM: Read Only Memory: A nonvolatile memory chip manufactured to contain information that controls the computer’s basic operation.
You cannot access or change information stored in ROM.
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S-Video: Short for Super-Video , a type of connection used by S-VHS videocassette players, camcorders, DVD players, etc. to transmit high-quality video signals.
SCSI: Small Computer System Interface is an industry standard interface for connection of a variety of peripheral devices.
SD Card: Secure Digital cards are flash memory widely used in a variety of digital devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital
Assistants.
SECAM L: SECAM (Sequential Color Memory) is a broadcasting standard used in France.
serial communications: A communications technique that uses as few as two interconnecting wires to send bits one after another.
serial interface: Refer to a type of information exchange that transmits information sequentially, one bit at a time.
SIO: Serial Input/Output. The electronic methodology used in serial data transmission.
soft key: Key combinations that emulate keys on the IBM keyboard, change some configuration options, stop program execution, and access the numeric keypad overlay.
software: The set of programs, procedures and related documentation associated with a computer system. Specifically refers to computer programs that direct and control the computer system’s activities.
See also hardware.
stop bit: One or more bits of a byte that follow the transmitted character or group codes in asynchronous serial communications.
subpixel: Three elements, one red, one green and blue (RGB), that make up a pixel on the color LCD. The computer sets subpixels independently, each may emit a different degree of brightness. See also pixel.
synchronous: Having a constant time interval between successive bits, characters or events.
system disk: A disk that has been formatted with an operating system. For
MS-DOS the operating system is contained in two hidden files and the COMMAND.COM file. You can boot a computer using a system disk. Also called an operating system disk.
T terminal: A typewriter-like keyboard and CRT display screen connected to the computer for data input/output.
TFT display: A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology with thin film transistor
(TFT) to drive each cell.
touchpad: A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest.
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TTL: Transistor-transistor logic. A logic circuit design that uses switching transistors for gates and storage.
U
Universal Serial Bus: This serial interface allows you to communicate with several devices connected in a chain to a single port on the computer.
V
VGA: Video Graphics Array is an industry standard video adaptor that allows you to run any popular software.
volatile memory: Random access memory (RAM) that stores information as long as power is supplied to the computer.
W warm start: Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off.
window: A portion of the screen that can display its own application, document or dialog box. Often used to mean a Microsoft Windows window.
Wireless LAN: Local Area Network (LAN) through wireless communication.
write protection: A method for protecting a floppy diskette from accidental erasure.
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Index
A
AC adaptor, 1-5, 2-3, 2-13, A-1
B
Battery
Battery pack, 1-5, 1-13, 2-6, 6-3
Bridge media slot
C
Checklist
D
brightness down, 5-4 brightness up, 5-4
DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive,
E
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Fan vent
FN + 1 (TOSHIBA zooming utility reduce), 5-4
FN + 2 (TOSHIBA zooming utility enlarge), 5-5
FN + ALT (enhanced keyboard simulation), 5-3
FN + CTRL (enhanced keyboard simulation), 5-3
FN + F6 (brightness down), 5-4
FN + Z (Keyboard backlight), 5-5
Function button, 2-8, 2-9, 4-14
H
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection
brightness down, 5-4 brightness up, 5-4
power plan, 5-3 sleep, 5-3 sound mute, 5-3
TOSHIBA zooming utility enlarge, 5-5
TOSHIBA zooming utility reduce, 5-4 touchpad, 5-4 wireless, 5-4 zoom, 5-4
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HW setup
I
Indicator
K
temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on), 5-6 temporarily using overlay
L
cable types, 4-36 connecting, 4-36
Lock, security, See Security lock
M
Main battery, See Battery pack
expansion, 1-13, 8-8 installing module, 8-8
memory media
N
Numeric keypad, See Keypad overlay
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P
starting the computer with, 6-13
Pointing device
Ports
eSATA/USB combo, 2-4 external monitor, 2-4
button, 2-7 button location, 2-7
Problems
DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive, 9-8
hardware and system checklist,
i.LINK (IEEE1394) device, 9-17
R
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Security lock
Shut down mode (boot mode), 3-4
Soft keys
emulating keys on enhanced keyboard, 5-2
ENTER, 5-3 right ALT key, 5-3 right CTRL key, 5-3 scroll lock, 5-3
microphone, 2-2, 2-8 speaker, 2-2
Stereo speaker
System indicators
T
TOSHIBA Disc Creator, 1-11, 4-18
TOSHIBA Face Recognition, 1-12
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool, 1-10
Touchpad, 2-8 control buttons, 2-8
U
USB mouse
V
W
Wireless communication switch, 2-2
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