Satellite®/Satellite Pro® U800 Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: Technical support is available online at Toshiba’s Web site at support.toshiba.com. At this Web site, you will find answers for many commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable software drivers, BIOS updates, and other downloads. For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 117 in this guide.
Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Model: Satellite®/Satellite Pro® U800 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you purchased may include Recordable and/or ReWritable optical disc drive(s) and associated software, among the most advanced data storage technologies available.
Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.” “Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact Toshiba’s Support Web site at support.toshiba.com. Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage this device.
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency range. Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage this device.
chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that when the last end user wishes to discard this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in other countries such as the United States.
Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery. Using this Equipment in Japan In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz for second generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified low-power radio station). 1.
The indication shown below appears on this equipment. (2) (3) (1) 2.4FH1 (4) 1 2 3 4 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation. The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. 3.
Deutschland: France: Italia: Nederland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow. Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen. Restricted frequency band: only channels 1 to 7 (2400 MHz and 2454 MHz respectively) may be used outdoors in France. Please contact A.R.T. (http://www.art-telecom.fr) for applicable procedures to follow.
operation. If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network. ❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. ❖ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in the European Community.
computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or support.toshiba.com in the United States for more information. Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN.
Regulatory statements This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country/ region where the product is sold. In addition, the product complies with the following: European Union (EU) and EFTA This equipment complies with the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and has been provided with the CE mark accordingly. Canada — Industry Canada (IC) This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
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Contents Introduction................................................................................ 23 This guide ...............................................................25 Safety icons ............................................................26 Other icons used...............................................26 Your computer’s features and specifications......27 Other documentation ..............................................27 Service options ...................................................
Contents Seeking additional help .....................................32 Check list ..........................................................33 Precautions.......................................................33 Important information on your computer’s cooling fan ..................................................35 Setting up your computer .......................................36 Connecting to a power source ................................36 Charging the main battery...............................
Contents 19 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer .........................................65 Adjusting the quality of the external display......65 Customizing your computer’s settings....................66 Caring for your computer........................................66 Cleaning the computer ......................................66 Moving the computer........................................66 Using a computer lock ......................................
Contents Setting battery notifications ..............................79 Conserving battery power ................................80 Power Plans......................................................81 Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan........................82 Changing the main battery ......................................82 Taking care of your battery .....................................83 Safety precautions ..................................................83 Maintaining your battery ................
Contents 21 Deleting a user password................................104 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility.........................105 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility......................106 Mouse Utility ........................................................107 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup.....................................108 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility ...........................................110 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility..................110 USB Sleep and Charge ..................................
Contents If you need further assistance...............................135 Contacting Toshiba .........................................135 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites..........................135 Toshiba’s worldwide offices..................................136 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards..................................137 Hot Key Cards .......................................................137 Using the Hot Key Cards .................................138 Hot key functions .................
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go. Your computer is ENERGY STAR® qualified. 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.
Introduction When considering additions to your home office, purchase products that have earned the ENERGY STAR® for all your equipment needs, which can save you money, save energy, and help protect the climate. Visit http://www.energystar.gov or http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement for more information regarding the ENERGY STAR® Program.
Introduction This guide NOTE 25 The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba’s Web site at support.toshiba.com.
Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Introduction Other documentation 27 Your computer’s features and specifications Certain computer chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series. Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis, unless you have selected all those features. This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide.
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using your computer effectively, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your computer. Please read the safety instruction information on the Quick Start document (that shipped with your computer) carefully and make sure you fully understand the instructions before you attempt to use your computer in order to avoid potential hazards that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or damage the computer.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 29 ❖ 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.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Avoid glare: position the notebook so that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your eyes. Place the notebook display away from bright light sources or reduce the light intensity from windows by using blinds. Glare on the notebook display may cause eye strain, eye fatigue or headaches. ❖ Certain notebook displays have a brightness approaching that of a TV device.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 31 ❖ Alternative keyboards, such as the split curved keyboard, may improve shoulder and arm comfort. ❖ Select a mouse that is comfortable for you to use. ❖ Don’t rest your wrists on the edge of the keyboard or on the work surface when typing. ❖ The monitor should be about an arm length away while sitting back in the chair. ❖ The monitor should be centered in front of your body. ❖ The top of the monitor should be at or slightly below eye level.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Take short, strategically spaced rest breaks to avoid eye strain and body fatigue. For example, stand up and walk around or stretch for a few minutes every hour. ❖ Taking regular breaks is especially important if you are working long hours on your computer or working on a deadline. ❖ If stress at work is affecting your health, try to identify the sources of the stress and evaluate ways to reduce the stress.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 33 For more specific recommendations on the safety and comfort of your computer environment, customers in the United States may visit the United States Department of Labor, Occupational Safety & Health Administration Web site at: http://www.osha.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. If any of these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adaptor from the power plug socket and computer.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 35 Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you could damage the disc and possibly lose data. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus. You need a special program to check for viruses.
Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to and including “Setting up your software” on page 39 before adding external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use it. To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adaptor.
Getting Started Connecting to a power source 37 Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer, or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor.
_ + Getting Started Charging the main battery 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the DC-IN on the side of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The AC power light on the indicator panel glows white. Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 39 Before using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off until the battery light glows white. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.
Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 41 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you to recover your internal storage drive if necessary.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive time. See “Creating recovery media” on page 53 and “Restoring from recovery media” on page 55. NOTE ❖ During the internal storage drive recovery process it is strongly recommended that your computer be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of erasing your internal storage drive, without restoring the information on the drive.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 43 To recover the original factory image using the utilities on your computer’s internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 While powering on your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. The Boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys to scroll down, select the HDD Recovery option, and then press the Enter key.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen 7 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Select Recover to out-of-box state. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 8 Click Next.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 9 45 Click Next to begin the recovery. When the recovery process is complete, a message displays indicating that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 10 Click Finish to restart the computer. Recovering of factory default software with user’s data Using “Recovery of Factory Default Software with user’s data” recovers your internal storage drive to factory default state and attempts to save C:\Users data to C:\Backup.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive “Recovery of Factory Default Software with user’s data” option is selected in the next step. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the “Selecting a process” screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software with user’s data, and then click Next.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 47 Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back up. Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery (see “Backing up your work” on page 72). 8 Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 9 When the recovery process is complete, the “Recovery of Factory Default Software” screen appears, indicating that the recovery process is complete. Click Finish to restart the computer.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all information stored on the C: drive. Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery (see “Backing up your work” on page 72). If you have created other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those partitions will remain intact and any information on them will not be affected.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 5 49 A warning screen appears stating that when the recovery is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 8 Click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding (see “Backing up your work” on page 72). 9 Click Next to begin the recovery.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 51 utilities stored on your computer’s internal storage drive or using recovery media, if you have created such media. To recover using the first method, follow the procedure below. To recover using the second method, see “Restoring from recovery media” on page 55. To resize and recover the C: drive using the utilities on your computer’s internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen 7 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Select Recover to a custom size partition. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 8 Use the on-screen arrow buttons in The size of drive C: field to set the partition size.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 53 10 Click Next to begin the recovery. When the recovery process is complete, a message displays indicating that the C: drive has been recovered. 11 Click Finish to restart the computer. Creating recovery media NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive for creating recovery DVDs, please visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. It is strongly recommended that you create recovery media.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive To create recovery media: 1 Click the Start button, and then in the Search field, type Recovery Media Creator. In the list that appears above, click your selection. The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box 2 Select DVD or USB Flash from the drop-down list, depending on the type of external media you want to use.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 55 All information stored on your DVDs or USB flash drive(s) will be erased during the process of creating the recovery media. Be sure to save the information stored on your external media to another storage device before executing this procedure, or use blank media. 5 Click the Create button in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility dialog box. 6 Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the copy process.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive For more information on these options, see “Recovering the Internal Storage Drive” on page 41. NOTE When you restore your system, only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer are restored. Any files that you created are not restored during this process. Be sure to separately save the files you have created to external media using Windows® Backup or another backup program.
Getting Started Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 8 57 ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions—If you want to recover the C: partition only, leaving other partitions you have created intact ❖ Recover to a custom size partition—If you want to recover the C: drive to its out-of-box state and specify a custom size for the C: drive. Note: This option deletes all other partitions from the drive. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process.
Getting Started Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Flash option on the Boot menu, depending on which type of media you are using, and then press the Enter key. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk and then click Next. 3 Choose one of the following options on the Erase the hard disk screen: ❖ Delete all data and partitions from the hard disk—This option deletes all of the data on the internal storage drive without overwriting the drive.
Getting Started Checking the internal storage drive operating status 59 Checking the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your internal storage drive, you can check its status as follows: 1 Click the Start button, and then in the Search field, type Computer Management. In the list that appears above, click your selection. 2 Select Manage. 3 Click Disk Management.
Getting Started Using the touch pad Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the touch pad operations described in this section are only supported in certain applications.
Getting Started Using the touch pad To: Do the following: Select an item 1 2 61 Example: Move the pointer to the item you want to select. Do one of the following: ❖ Tap the touch pad once OR ❖ Press and release the primary (left-hand) control button Open or activate an 1 item 2 (Sample Illustration) Tap once to select Move the pointer to the item you want to open/activate.
Getting Started Using the touch pad To: Do the following: Scroll continuously 1 (Circular scrolling) 2 3 4 Example: Begin scrolling vertically or horizontally by sliding your finger along the right or bottom edge of the touch pad as described above. Without lifting your finger from the touch pad, start moving your finger in a (Sample Illustration) circular motion on the touch pad. Circular scrolling (vertically) To scroll in the opposite direction, reverse the direction of the circular motion.
Getting Started Connecting an external device 63 ❖ Try adjusting your typing technique to avoid accidental contact with the touch pad. You may be inadvertently brushing the touch pad with the heel of your hand as you type. Also, accidental light touches or taps on the touch pad may select an item or text on the screen, and potentially the item or text may be replaced by the next character you type.
Getting Started Using external display devices 3 Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the external device (if applicable). Your computer may automatically detect the external device. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also connect an HDMI®-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI® Out port. NOTE To locate your HDMI port, please refer to your Quick Start document.
Getting Started Using external display devices 65 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. NOTE Some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached and turned on. The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key (F4): Press F4 repeatedly until the setting you want takes effect.
Getting Started Customizing your computer’s settings Customizing your computer’s settings There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements. Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details. You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For more information, see “Power Plans” on page 81. There are additional custom settings you can choose. See “Utilities” on page 94.
Getting Started Caring for your computer 67 Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object.
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it to the internal storage drive. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since you last saved.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ 69 Back up your files to external media on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy. For more information, see “Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system” on page 130.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable. Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard.
Learning the Basics Starting a program 71 Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use the Start menu or Windows® Explorer. If you prefer to open the program first, you have three options.
Learning the Basics Saving your work in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the Windows® WordPad program as an example: 1 Click Start, and then All Programs. The Windows® operating system displays the All Programs menu, which lists programs and program groups. If your program is listed, go to step 3, otherwise, continue with step 2. NOTE 2 If you pause with your mouse on All Programs, it will open it up. You may need to scroll up or down to see the complete list.
Learning the Basics Toshiba’s online resources 73 HINT: Backing up all the files on your internal storage drive may take a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs/DVDs. You may prefer to use a high-capacity backup system, such as an external hard drive. Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your internal storage drive, use the Restore option in the Windows® Backup and Restore program.
Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling. Toshiba’s energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been preset by Toshiba.
Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 75 management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by the design of individual components. The battery life rating is only achieved on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate of a system’s battery life under any conditions other than the specific test settings. Recharge time varies depending on usage.
Mobile Computing Charging batteries Changes to these settings may result in system performance or stability issues. Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba’s Customer Support Center. Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer. Always use the AC adaptor specified by Toshiba.
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 77 Please make a complete back up of your data to external media before discharging the battery. For more information, see “Backing up your work” on page 72. Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store your computer’s configuration settings. When fully charged, it maintains this information for up to a month when the computer is powered off.
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power ❖ NOTE ❖ NOTE Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used.
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 79 Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait a few moments after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power. The computer needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capacity and perform its calculations. Move the pointer over the power icon in the notification area, see “Finding your way around the desktop” on page 87 for more information on the notification area.
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power been reached. You can also set the computer to enter Sleep mode or Hibernation mode or to completely power down when the notification goes off. To change the default notification settings: 1 Click the Start button, and then in the Search field, type Power Options. In the list that appears above, click your selection. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized.
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power ❖ 81 Where you are working, since operating time decreases at low temperatures There are various ways in which you can conserve power and extend the operating time of your battery: ❖ Enable Sleep or Hibernation, which saves power when you turn off the computer and turn it back on again ❖ Use the Windows® power-saving option plans These power-saving options control the way in which the computer is configured.
Mobile Computing Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan 2 Select an appropriate plan for your work environment or create your own custom plan. 3 Click Create a power plan in the left pane to set up a new plan. NOTE 4 To edit a plan or to edit advanced settings, continue to the following steps. Click Change plan settings to choose the plan you want to edit. This screen allows you to change basic settings.
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery 83 If you find that a new battery is needed, contact the location where you purchased the computer for more information on replacing the battery. Toshiba will not be responsible for any product damage, data loss, service or part replacement made necessary by improper installation of a new battery. If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it.
Mobile Computing Disposing of your computer Maintaining your battery Fully discharging your battery pack will allow better accuracy of the battery meter. To fully discharge your battery pack: ❖ Periodically, 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, go to step 4.
Mobile Computing Traveling tips 85 In addition, Toshiba’s recycling initiatives include recycling programs, events and consumer promotions. For details, please visit us.toshiba.com/green. Notice regarding CR coin cell batteries, applicable to California, U.S.A. only: Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ Traveling tips The environmental precautions listed in “Selecting a place to work” on page 28, also apply while traveling.
Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer’s Features In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows® operating system. You can use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop 87 Finding your way around the desktop Your computer’s desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, taskbar, notification area, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar Notification area (Sample Image) Windows® operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop ❖ TECHNICAL NOTE: If you delete a large number of files or very large files from the internal storage drive, there may be insufficient space available in the Recycle Bin to hold these files. In this case, Windows® will prompt you to either permanently delete the file(s) or cancel the deletion. ❖ If you delete a file (of any size) from an external media or flash media, it does not go into the Recycle Bin. The file is permanently deleted.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications 89 Taskbar Each time you open a program, a button associated with that program appears on the taskbar. With some programs, a button appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open. You can use these buttons to quickly switch between the programs or windows. To make a program or window the currently active one, click the associated taskbar button.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the Hot Key F12. For more information see “Disabling or enabling wireless devices” on page 142. NOTE When the Wireless antenna is ON, the wireless indicator light be lit.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features 2 91 Click the Start button, and then in the Search field, type Sound Recorder. In the list that appears above, click your selection. Start Recording/Stop Recording button (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click the Start Recording button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. 5 When you have finished recording, click the Stop Recording button. The Save As dialog box appears.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Web Camera Using the Web Camera Your computer may come with a built-in Web Camera. With this Web Camera you can do the following: ❖ Take pictures and record videos with your computer ❖ Chat with others and have them see you while using instant messaging (IM) programs ❖ Have video conference calls NOTE To email, instant message or video conference, you must be connected to the Internet.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Memory card reader 2 93 Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data.
Chapter 5 Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. These utilities are described in this chapter. NOTE 94 The utilities described in this chapter, and the icons shown in the sample images are applicable only if the related utility is available on your system.
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA eco Utility™ ❖ TOSHIBA Service Station ❖ TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 95 TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access TOSHIBA Assist, click the Start button, and then in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist. In the list that appears above, click your selection. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears.
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Connect The feature available in this category is Bluetooth® Settings.
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Secure tab 97
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Protect & Fix The feature available in this category is the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility.
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup (Hardware Settings) ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Sleep Utility ❖ TOSHIBA eco Utility™ (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Optimize tab 99
Utilities TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility enables you to create recovery media that can be used to return your system to its out-of-box state, if necessary. For detailed information on using the utility to create recovery media, see “Creating recovery media” on page 53.
Utilities Setting passwords 3 101 Click the item you want to install. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Application Installer selection screen 4 Click Install, then follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation process. Setting passwords Setting a password lets you walk away from your computer while providing additional protection for your files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again.
Utilities Setting passwords Using an instant password An instant password secures your system with a single keystroke. Use this feature when you leave your desk for a few minutes and do not want to turn off the computer. To use an instant password, press Fn + F1. To unlock your system, press any key or touch the pointing device and the Windows® Logon screen will appear. Select your user name and enter your password, if any.
Utilities Setting passwords 3 103 Click the Supervisor Password icon. The Supervisor Password tab of the TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) Supervisor Password tab 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. The supervisor password utility dialog box appears. 7 Select Able to run HWSetup or Unable to run HWSetup and then Click OK. 8 Restart the system to complete the process.
Utilities Setting passwords 5 Enter the password, then click OK. 6 Click OK to exit. 7 Restart the system to complete the process. Using a user password A user password provides power-on password protection. Setting a user password If you choose to set a supervisor or user password, TOSHIBA strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not remember it.
Utilities TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 105 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility Your computer may come with the TOSHIBA Face Recognition utility. This utility provides another way to log on to your computer. NOTE For high security purposes, TOSHIBA Face Recognition is not a suitable substitute for Windows® passwords. To ensure the security of your system use your established Windows® passwords to log on.
Utilities TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility This utility can help diagnose problems with devices in your computer. Refer to the online Help documentation within the application for additional help. NOTE The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility may show tests for features you do not have. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. To use the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility: 1 Click the Start button, and then in the Search field, type PC Diagnostic Tool.
Utilities Mouse Utility 107 Mouse Utility The Mouse utility allows you to change your pointing device or mouse settings. To access the Mouse utility: 1 Click the Start button, and then in the Search field, type Mouse. In the list that appears above, click your selection. Or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The Mouse Properties screen appears.
Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating system. To access it: ❖ Click the Start button, and then in the Search field, type HWSetup. In the list that appears above, click your selection. Or click the TOSHIBA Hardware Settings icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA HWSetup screen appears.
Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ 109 Panel open/Power on—Allows you to turn on the computer when opening the display panel while the computer is turned off. NOTE Since the system is a quick-booting system, you must press the keys immediately after pressing the power button. ❖ Display—Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration.
Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility TOSHIBA Sleep Utility This utility displays whether the “USB Sleep and Charge function” is enabled or disabled and shows the position of the USB port that supports the “USB Sleep and Charge function.” It also displays the remaining battery capacity. Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility Click the Start button, and then in the Search field, type Sleep Utility. In the list that appears above, click your selection.
Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility NOTE 111 ❖ When “USB Sleep and Charge function” is set to Enabled, USB bus power (DC 5V) will be supplied to the compatible port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF. USB bus power (DC 5V) 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 (DC 5V).
Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable or disable the USB Sleep and Charge function. To enable this function, select the Enable USB Sleep and Charge check box in the utility. To disable this function, de-select the check box. You can also control whether charging takes place when the computer is running on battery power. To do so, select or de-select the Enable under Battery Mode check box in the utility.
Utilities TOSHIBA Accessibility NOTE 113 With certain external devices, the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work no matter which charging mode you select. In those cases, disable USB Sleep and Charge in the utility and turn the computer on to charge the device, or use a different charging device.
Utilities TOSHIBA eco Utility™ TOSHIBA eco Utility™ The TOSHIBA eco Utility™ monitors your power savings from using the eco power plan by tracking real-time power consumption and accumulated savings over time. To access the TOSHIBA eco Utility™, do one of the following: ❖ Click the Start button, and then in the Search field, type eco Utility. In the list that appears above, click your selection. ❖ Double-click the TOSHIBA eco Utility icon in the notification area.
Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station 115 TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is available for your computer. The TOSHIBA Service Station will alert you when updates are available, and you can then choose to install the updates if you wish.
Utilities TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor You may disable the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor at any time by uninstalling the software via the Windows® Control Panel. Doing so will automatically delete all collected information from the internal storage drive. The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify TOSHIBA's obligations under its standard limited warranty in any way. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply.
Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your computer are relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may require help from your network administrator or the manufacturer of the software program. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer 2 Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. 3 Select the program you want to close, then click End Task. Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working. If it does not, continue with the next step. 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name, then End Task.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer 119 The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE/Windows Error Recovery – Windows did not shut down successfully message. To continue, select Start Windows normally. This can happen if the computer was put into Sleep mode and the battery has discharged. If you performed a shutdown before this message was displayed, a program or driver may have prevented Windows® from shutting down. Data stored in the computer’s memory has been lost.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 2 Check the INPUT specifications on the bottom of the computer. The output specifications of the AC adaptor must match the input specifications of the computer. 3 If the specifications do not match, locate and use the AC adaptor that shipped with your computer. If the specifications do match, contact Toshiba. See “Contacting Toshiba” on page 135.
If Something Goes Wrong ® The Windows operating system is not working ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640 x 480) ❖ Last Known Good Configuration (advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® Normally 121 When you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays information abou
If Something Goes Wrong Fixing a problem with Device Manager The Windows® operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly but you still have a problem using your computer, the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem. To access the Windows® operating system Help and Support: 3 Click the Start button, and then in the Search field, type Help and Support. In the list that appears above, click your selection, or press F1. The Help and Support window appears.
If Something Goes Wrong Power and the batteries 3 123 To view the properties, double-click the device. The operating system displays the device Properties dialog box, which provides an array of tabs. They may include: ❖ The General tab, which provides basic information about the device. ❖ The Resources tab, which lists resources assigned to the device. This tab does not appear if the device is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device.
If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems If the battery has completely discharged, it may not begin charging immediately. Leave the AC adaptor and power cord/cable connected, wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is charging. If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes, let the computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20 minutes before you turn on the computer. If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes, the battery may have reached the end of its useful life.
If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 125 Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate the screen. You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If no password is registered, press any key. The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working.
If Something Goes Wrong Disk or storage drive problems A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware. Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer’s internal display. To change the display properties: 1 Right-click in a blank area of the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Personalize, and then Display.
If Something Goes Wrong Sound system problems 127 Error-checking Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories and files on the storage drive and repairs any damage it finds. To run Error-checking: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Right-click the drive you want to check. 3 On the pop-up menu, click Properties. The drive’s Properties box appears. 4 Click the Tools tab. 5 Click the Check now... button. The Check Disk box appears.
If Something Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems Check that the volume control on the computer is turned up. If you are using external headphones or speakers, check that they are securely connected to your computer. The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. Adjust the volume control.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 129 be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time. NOTE ❖ To enable or disable wireless communication, use the Hot Key F12. For more information see “Disabling or enabling wireless devices” on page 142. Use IPCONFIG to verify that the computer has a useful IP address - one other than the private address of 169.254.xxx.xxx assigned by Windows®. 1 Click Start to open the Start menu.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits solely on this feature. Save your work! See “Computing tips” on page 68 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your internal storage drive. Use Windows® to back up files, or the entire computer, to an optical disc, or external hard disk.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 131 Saving system configuration with restore points The System Restore feature of the Windows® operating system quickly creates restore points - ‘snapshots’ of your Windows® operating system configuration - and saves them for later recall.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits NOTE This list may contain restore points that you did not create. Restore points labeled System Checkpoint were automatically created by the Windows® operating system. Other restore points may have been created automatically by applications when they were installed. 3 If you selected Choose a different restore point in step 2, select the restore point you want to use, and then click Next.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 4 133 Click Back up your computer under the System and Security heading. Follow the on-screen instructions to back up your files. For more help, click Start, Help and Support, and search for “back up files.” General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 3 Install one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart the Windows® operating system. 5 Use the new hardware or software for a while, noting any new problems. Make sure that your critical applications (email, business applications, etc.) are working correctly, and verify that important devices are still functioning.
If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 135 If you need further assistance If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and are still having problems, you may need additional technical assistance. Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using, it is important to investigate all sources. ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation.
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Appendix A Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot keys and TOSHIBA Cards provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. There are two types of TOSHIBA Cards: Hot Key Cards and Application Cards. Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are used to set or modify the following system functions: ❖ Mute ❖ Power Plan ❖ Output (Display switch) ❖ Brightness control ❖ Wireless ❖ Touch pad 137 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Using the Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are normally hidden from view. The Cards appear when you press the corresponding function key. NOTE Hot keys are keys that, when pressed, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. To use a Hot Key Card using a hot key: 1 Press the function key. 2 Press the hot key associated with the desired function.
Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 139 Output (Display switch) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key cycles through the power-on display options (only the first option is available when you do not have an external monitor attached) (the last option is available only if you are in Extended Display Mode). or NOTE Some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached and turned on.
Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Cycle through the display modes, then select the desired mode. Not all functions are supported on all models. NOTE Some systems also support an additional Swap Image Display mode. This mode is available only if the current setting is an extended desktop mode (Built-in Display and External Monitor, or Built-in Display and TV). In extended desktop mode, the image is split into two sides, one side per display device. To swap sides, select Swap Image Display.
Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 141 Keyboard hot key functions This hot key decreases the speaker volume. This hot key increases the speaker volume. This hot key mutes the sound coming from the computer. This hot key allows you to zoom out. This hot key allows you to zoom in. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Disabling or enabling wireless devices This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices installed in your computer. The wireless modes are: or ❖ Wi-Fi® enabled—Enables just the Wi-Fi® module. ❖ Bluetooth® enabled—Enables just the Bluetooth® module. ❖ All disabled—Disables the Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi® modules. ❖ All enabled—Enables the Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi® modules.
Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 143 Zoom (Display resolution) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key switches screen resolution. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: or [Space bar] (Sample Image) Screen resolution options Cycle through the screen resolutions, then select the desired resolution. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your computer ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA Canada UL approved CSA approved United Kingdom Europe VDA approved NEMKO approved BS approved Australia AS approved 144 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this User’s Guide.
Glossary DIMM Dual Inline Memory Module DOS Disk Operating System DPI Dots Per Inch DVD Digital Versatile (or Video) Disc DVD-ROM Digital Versatile (or Video) Disc Read-Only Memory EPROM Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory eSATA external Serial Advanced Technology Attachment FAT File Allocation Table FCC Federal Communications Commission GB gigabyte HDD Hard Disk Drive HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI-CEC High-Definition Multimedia Interface Consumer Electronics
Glossary 147 ROM Read-Only Memory RTC Real-Time Clock SD Secure Digital SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SSD Solid State Drive TFT Thin Film Transistor USB Universal Serial Bus URL Uniform Resource Locator WAN Wide Area Network www World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this User’s Guide. A active-matrix display—A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology.
B Glossary backup—A copy of a file, usually on a removable disk, kept in case the original file is lost or damaged. Basic Input/Output System (BIOS)—See BIOS. baud rate—The speed at which a communication device, such as a printer or modem, transmits information. Baud rate is the number of signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as bits per second). See also bits per second.
Glossary C 149 cache—A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access. Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer’s main memory. See also CPU cache, L1 cache, L2 cache. CD—An individual compact disc. See also CD-ROM. CD-ROM (Compact Disc Read-Only Memory)—A form of highcapacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data. See also CD. Compare DVD-ROM.
Glossary CPU cache—A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer’s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs. See also cache, L1 cache, L2 cache. cursor—An on-screen symbol (usually a flashing vertical line) that indicates the position where characters will appear when you enter data. D default—The setting selected by a program when the user does not specify an alternative setting.
Glossary 151 document—Any file created with an application and, if saved to disk, given a name by which it can be retrieved. See also file. double-click—To press and release the pointing device’s primary button rapidly twice without moving the pointing device. In the Windows® operating system, this refers to the pointing device’s left button, unless otherwise stated. download—(1) In communications, to receive a file from another computer through a modem or network.
F Glossary file—A collection of related information, saved on disk with a unique name. A file may be a program, information used by a program, or a document. See also document. File Allocation Table (FAT)—The section of a storage drive that keeps track of the location of stored files. file name—A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a particular folder. It consists of two parts: the actual name and the file name extension. See also file extension.
Glossary 153 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)—An interface used to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in digital format, providing better picture quality than analog signal. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)—One A/V component can control another while using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. See also HDMI.
Glossary LAN (Local Area Network)—A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with any other on the network. LED (Light Emitting Diode)—A solid state lamp (SSL) that uses light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as the source of light, which offers long life and high efficiency output.
Glossary 155 motherboard—The computer’s main circuit board that contains the processor, memory, and other primary components. MS-DOS prompt—See system prompt. multi-function drive—A DVD drive that can read and write to CD and DVD media. multimedia—A combination of two or more media, such as sound, animation, and video in a computer program or presentation. Musical Instrument Digital Interface—See MIDI.
Glossary password—A unique string of characters entered by a user to verify his or her identity to the computer or the network. PC Card—A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. peripheral—Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer’s CPU. pixel—Short for “picture element.
Glossary 157 Random Access Memory—See RAM. Read-Only Memory—See ROM. reboot—See boot, restart. removable disk—A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A Flash drive is one example of a removable disk. resolution—A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer, resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi). For a screen, it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically. restart—Synonymous with reboot.
Glossary shortcut—See keyboard shortcut. Sleep—A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again. software—See program. Compare hardware. solid state drive —A data storage device that utilizes solid-state memory as opposed to a hard disk (see also hard disk).
Glossary 159 Wi-Fi®—A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www)—The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting the site. See also Internet.
Index A AC adaptor 36 AC power 75 AC power light 36 accessing network 90 adding memory (optional) 40 optional external devices 40 adequate ventilation cooling fan 35 adjusting touch pad settings 62 audio features 90 B backing up files 69, 72 backlit keyboard 70 battery battery life 74 care 83, 84 changing 82 charge indicator light 38 160 charge time 76 charger 76 charging 38, 76 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 77 conserving power 80 determine remaining power 79 disposal 84 indicator light 78 installat
Index battery indicator light 78 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button start 88 C caring for your computer 66 changing battery 82 character keys 70 charging the battery 38 cleaning the computer 66 communications set up 89 computer caring for 66 cleaning 66 environmental precautions 28, 85 moving 66 running on battery power 74 setting up 36 computer lock 66 computer will not start troubleshooting 118 computing habits troubleshooting 129 computing tips 68 connecting AC adaptor 36 AC adaptor cord to (
Index H L headphones using 91 Help and Support troubleshooting 122 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 142 display brightness 138 keyboard overlays 141 Lock (Instant security) 138 Output (Display switch) 139 Zoom (Display resolution) 143 zooming in 141 zooming out 141 Hot Key Cards 137 Hot key functions 138 LEDs system indicator lights 78 AC adaptor light 77 AC power light 36, 38 battery light 38 Web Camera light 92 Licenses 16 lock computer, using 66 I icon desktop 87 moving to desktop
Index P password deleting a supervisor 103 deleting a user 104 instant password 101 instant, using 102 power-on password 101 setting 101 setting a supervisor 102 setting a user 104 supervisor password 101 user password 101 port HDMI® 64 power connecting cable to AC adaptor 37 cord/cable 38 cord/cable connectors 144 energy-saving features 74 power management 75 optimum performance 75 power plans selecting power plan options 81 power saving options 80 precautions safety 33 problem solving contacting Toshiba
Index settings customize computer settings 66 display output 65 software Setup Wizard 39 software program starting 71 starting from Start menu 71 sounds recording 90 speakers using external 91 start button 88 starting a program 71 Search programs and files field 71 Windows® Start menu 72 starting a program from Start 71 Startup menu problem solving 120 supervisor password, deleting 103 supervisor password, set up 102 system indicator lights AC power 36 LEDs 38, 77, 78, 92 T taskbar 89 television adju
Index keyboard 124 keyboard will not respond 118 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 126 power and batteries 123 restore points 131 screen does not look correct/ flickers 125 slow Internet connection 121 sound system 127 trouble running programs 127 URL address not found 121 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 134 USB Wakeup function does not work 134 Windows® operating system not working 120 wireless networking 128 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 134 USB Wakeup function does not work 134 user password,