Satellite®/Satellite Pro® L40/ L50/L70/S40/S50/S70 - B 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.
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. For the state of California only.
Protection of Stored Data For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM.
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, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Interoperability NOTE This section is only applicable if your system has a Bluetooth® module. Bluetooth® modules are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group.
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology and Your Health The products with Bluetooth® wireless technology, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology however is much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile phones.
Wireless Interoperability Wireless LAN products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision a/b/g/n/ ac), as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. ❖ The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi®) certification as defined by the WiFi Alliance.
Wireless LAN and Your Health Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers.
Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions NOTE This section is only applicable if your system has an Optical Disc Drive. This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. To use this model properly, read the User’s Guide carefully and keep it for your future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair an optical disc drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in serious injury.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device. L’ utilisation de ce dispositif est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit être prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même s’il est susceptible de compromettre son fonctionnement.
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: EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with the Information: requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
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.
Bande de fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 1- 7 (2400 et 2454 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés endroits extérieur en France. Vous pouvez contacter l’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications (http://www.arttelecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre. License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not allowed. È necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso interno. Italia: Nederland: Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire.
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.
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. Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.
3 4 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.
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Contents Introduction.......................................................26 This guide ............................................................ 28 Safety icons ......................................................... 29 Other icons used............................................ 29 Your computer’s features and specifications ........................................... 30 Documentation .................................................... 30 Service options ...........................................
Contents 21 Seeking additional help.................................. 36 Check list ....................................................... 36 Precautions .................................................... 37 Important information on your computer’s cooling fan................................................ 39 Setting up your computer .................................... 39 Connecting to a power source ............................ 40 Charging the main battery ...................................
Contents Caring for your computer..................................... 64 Cleaning the computer .................................. 64 Moving the computer..................................... 65 Using a computer lock................................... 65 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics.............................. 66 Computing tips .................................................... 66 Using the keyboard.............................................. 67 Function keys....................................
Contents 23 What to do when the main battery runs low............................................................ 85 Setting battery notifications ........................... 85 Conserving battery power ............................. 86 Power Plans ................................................... 87 Using the eco power plan .................................... 88 Changing the main battery................................... 89 Removing the battery from the computer...... 90 Inserting a charged battery ..
Contents Sleep Utilities ..................................................... 116 USB Sleep and Charge................................ 116 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge.................................................... 118 Power supply mode settings ....................... 118 Function Key ...................................................... 119 Recovery Media Creator .................................... 120 Service Station...................................................
Contents 25 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys ..................152 Functions ........................................................... 152 Help file ........................................................ 153 Display brightness........................................ 153 Output (Display switch) ............................... 154 Disabling or enabling the touch pad ............ 155 Media buttons .............................................. 155 Volume Mute ............................................
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 27 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 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 29 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 Documentation 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 ❖ 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 33 ❖ When typing, keep your wrists straight and try not to rest your wrists on the notebook. Support your arms on your forearm area. The forearms can be supported by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖ The notebook display should be tilted so that the image on the screen is clear. ❖ Avoid glare: position the notebook so that light sources (lamps or windows) do not shine or reflect directly into your eyes.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ When using a notebook for long hours, it may be more comfortable to dock the notebook and use an external keyboard, mouse and monitor. ❖ The keyboard and mouse (or trackball) should be close to your elbow level. ❖ The mouse should be next to the keyboard to avoid a reach. If you have to reach, the arm should be supported in the forearm area by the desk surface or the chair arm supports.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 35 Taking breaks and varying tasks ❖ Change the way you work so that you are not stuck in the same posture for long periods of time. Some people find it comfortable to occasionally stand while using the notebook. To do this properly, the notebook needs to be on an elevated surface. Make sure you follow the Good Working Posture points mentioned above while working. ❖ Take short, strategically spaced rest breaks to avoid eye strain and body fatigue.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work Seeking additional help Follow the advice from your employer’s company health and safety staff. Contact them if you need assistance making adjustment to your workstation or adjusting the lighting. Again, if you experience persistent or recurrent pain, ache, numbness, burning, or stiffness you should promptly see a qualified health care provider. These sensations may be caused by serious medical conditions that can be treated.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 37 Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of travel. You should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or surface of the computer. Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work Consider using a hard computer insulating pad or similarly suitable hard insulating material when using a computer on your lap. Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer. It could damage the computer or cause system failure. ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active.
Getting Started Setting up your computer 39 Important information on your computer’s cooling fan Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in Sleep mode).
Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer’s battery. Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly.
Getting Started Charging the main battery _ + 2 NOTE 3 41 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the DC-IN on the side of the computer. To locate your DC-IN port, please refer to your Quick Start document. 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 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it, see “Exploring Your Computer’s Features” on page 96.
Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba 43 The first time you turn on your computer, the setup guides you through steps to set up your software. Follow the onscreen instructions. Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your Product. Product registration can be completed by one of three methods: 1 From the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.
Getting Started To Restart your computer 2 Click or touch the Power ( corner of the screen. ) icon at the upper-right Shut down option (Sample Image) Shut down NOTE 3 To perform a Hybrid shut down, (instead of performing a Shut down), click or touch the Shut down option but do NOT hold the Shift key. Highlight Shut down while holding the Shift key, and then click or touch the Shut down option. The computer closes all open applications, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off.
Getting Started To place your computer in Sleep mode 45 To place your computer in Sleep mode 1 Press the Windows® ( screen. ) key to display the Start If you power down using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first. 2 Click or touch the Power ( corner of the screen. ) icon at the upper-right Sleep option (Sample Image) Sleep 3 Highlight Sleep, and then click or touch the Sleep option.
Getting Started Adding memory Adding memory Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’s popular applications. Toshiba will not be responsible for any product damage, data loss, service or part replacement made necessary by improper installation of a memory module. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 47 drive fails, you can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from your recovery media. It is strongly recommended that you create recovery media before using your system for the first time. See “Creating recovery media” on page 47 and “Restoring from recovery media” on page 50. NOTE ❖ During the recovery process your computer must be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive When you create recovery media, the system will prompt you to insert several blank DVDs or connect one or more USB flash drives of a certain minimum capacity to your computer. The amount of space required for storing the recovery files varies by computer model. Follow the procedure below to determine how much space you will need for storing your system’s recovery files.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 49 3 Check the “Information” area of the dialog box to determine the number of DVDs you will need and/or the minimum amount of storage space required for copying your system’s recovery files to USB flash drive(s). 4 Do one of the following: ❖ If you are copying files to DVD, insert a blank DVD into the optional external writable optical disc drive.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Restoring from recovery media The recovery process deletes information stored on the internal storage drive. Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery (see “Backing up your work” on page 72). NOTE During the recovery process your computer must be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor. If you have created recovery media for your system, you can restore your system from such media, if necessary.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 51 5 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is executed all data on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten. Click or touch Yes to continue. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that the drive has been recovered. 7 Click or touch Finish to restart the computer.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. The PC settings window appears. (Sample Image) PC settings screen 4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch Recovery. 6 Select Refresh your PC without affecting your files, and click or touch Get Started. The “Refresh your PC” screen appears. (Sample Image) Refresh your PC screen Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back up.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 53 Click or touch the Next button to begin. The “Ready to refresh your PC” screen appears. (Sample Image) Ready to refresh your PC screen You will be prompted to refresh your system. 8 Click or touch the Refresh button. 9 Your system will restart. The “Refreshing your PC” window appears. When the process is complete your system will reboot your Windows® operating system.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 3 Click or touch Change PC Settings. The PC settings window appears. (Sample Image) PC settings screen 4 Click or touch Update and recovery. 5 Click or touch Recovery. 6 Select Remove everything and reinstall Windows, and click or touch Get Started. The “Reset your PC” screen appears.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 55 Click or touch the Next button. The “Do you want to fully clean your drive?” screen appears. (Sample Image) Do you want to fully clean your drive screen 8 Select one of the following options: ❖ Just remove my files ❖ Fully clean the drive The “Ready to reset your PC” screen appears. (Sample Image) Ready to reset your PC screen 9 Click or touch the Reset button. The “Resetting your PC” window appears.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE Selecting the “Fully clean the drive” option may take several hours. Installing drivers and applications The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. NOTE You must have an Internet connection to reinstall applications.
Getting Started Using the touch pad 57 Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the touch pad operations described in this section are only supported in certain applications, and only on certain models.
Getting Started Using the touch pad To: Do the following: Move the onscreen pointer Slide your finger across the touch pad in the direction you want to move the pointer. Example: To move the pointer a longer distance, slide your finger several (Sample Illustration) times across the touch pad in the Pointer moves to the right preferred direction. Select an item 1 Move the pointer to the item you want to select.
Getting Started Using the touch pad To: Do the following: Scroll horizontally Slide your finger along the bottom edge of the touch pad in the direction you want to scroll. Repeat to scroll a longer distance. 59 Example: (Sample Illustration) Horizontal scrolling active area Zoom in/out To zoom in: ❖ Place two fingers close together on the touch pad and then slide them apart.
Getting Started Using the touch pad ❖ Temporarily disable the touch pad, so that it does not respond to touch or button presses while you type. See “Disabling or enabling the touch pad” on page 60. ❖ Adjust the sensitivity of the touch pad, so that it is less responsive to accidental light taps and lighter finger pressure. NOTE Touch pad setting options vary by computer model. The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the Windows Control Panel.
Getting Started Using external display devices 61 Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your HDMI™ or RGB port, please refer to your Quick Start document.
Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device.
Getting Started Using external display devices ❖ Extend ❖ Second screen only 63 (Sample Image) Display options window NOTE The ( ) + P keys navigate through the options without activating a selection. Press ENTER to activate a selection. NOTE You may also use the F4 key, and then press ENTER to activate a selection. Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other video display device), you may need to adjust the video settings.
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. You can go into your computer settings to make adjustments to your computer to suit your needs. From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge.
Getting Started Caring for your computer 65 Moving the computer Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all drive activity has ended (the internal storage drive and optical disc drive indicator lights stop glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back. Doing so could damage the system. Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk.
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 ❖ 67 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 144.
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) Keyboard (Sample Illustration) 10-key keyboard (Available on certain models) NOTE To capture a print screen of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. (This only applies to models with a 10-key keypad.) To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key.
Learning the Basics Touch screen 69 F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For example, F5 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. For more information, see “TOSHIBA Function Keys” on page 152.
Learning the Basics Mouse properties Touch—Touch to activate items displayed on the screen, such as app and setting icons or on-screen buttons. Touch to type using the keyboard. Touch & hold—Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching and holding the item in place until an action occurs. Drag—Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger, move the item until you reach the target position. For example, drag items on any app screen to reposition them.
Learning the Basics Starting an app 71 Starting an app To Start an app on the Start screen, move your pointer over the appropriate app tile and click or touch to open. To Start an app from the Desktop, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. When the Windows® charms slide out from the right, click or touch the Start ( ) charm, and then click or touch the appropriate app tile to open.
Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving your work Before you turn off the computer using the Shut down command, save your work on the internal storage drive, external media, flash media, or optical disc. This is one of the most important rules of computing. Many applications offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals. Check your program’s documentation to see if it has an automatic save feature.
Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 73 TECHNICAL NOTE: Your optical disc drive is set to play region 1 (North America) for DVD-ROMs or BD-ROMs, depending on the type of drive. A DVD disc or Blu-ray™ Disc of a region other than the above mentioned cannot be played unless you manually change it in the Properties setting of the optical disc drive. The drive will allow you to change regions four times. On the fourth change, the region will be “locked in.
Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive ❖ When an HDMI™ cable is used to send a High Definition signal to an external monitor the audio signal is automatically sent with the video signal. If you want to change the destination of the audio signal, use the Sound properties in the Control Panel. (Sample Image) Sound properties window ❖ If you want to use the internal speakers, click the Speakers tab and click Set Default.
Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Drive in-use indicator light—Indicates when the drive is in use. Eject button—Press to release the disc tray. Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. When the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction.
Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive The Volume increase button allows you to increase the volume. The Mute button allows you to enable/disable volume mute. Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc into the drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. 2 Make sure the drive’s in-use indicator light is off. 3 Press the drive’s eject button. 4 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it.
Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 77 If your disc does not run using this method, try using an application that is associated with the media on the disc. For example, if it is a music CD, open Windows Media® Player and use it to select and then play the CD. For other types of media, use the associated software to open the files on the disc.
Learning the Basics Toshiba’s online resources Removing a disc with the computer on To remove an optical disc with the computer turned on: 1 Press the eject button on the drive. Do not press the eject button while the drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. Also, if the disc is still spinning when you open the disc tray, wait for it to stop spinning before you remove it.
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 Battery Notice Battery life rating is for comparison purposes only, and does not indicate the battery life that will be obtained by any individual user. Actual battery life may vary considerably from specifications 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.
Mobile Computing Charging batteries 81 The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date information. It maintains this information for up to a month while the computer is turned off. TECHNICAL NOTE: Depending on your system, the RTC battery may only charge while the computer is turned on.
Mobile Computing Charging batteries TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery may not occur when your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. The battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power NOTE 83 Depending on your system, the RTC battery may only charge while the computer is turned on. To recharge the RTC battery, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours. NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either a battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. HINT: Be careful not to confuse the AC power light/ Battery light ( ) and the power button ( ) light. When the AC power light/Battery light or power button light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the Windows operating system Sleep command).
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 85 TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 4 Click or touch Change advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. 5 Double-click or touch Battery to display the battery options. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 6 Configure the alarm settings to suit your needs.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 87 These power-saving options control the way in which the computer is configured. By using them, you can increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Microsoft® has combined these options into preset Power Plans. Using one of these power plans lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system performance. You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your own needs.
Mobile Computing Using the eco power plan NOTE 5 To edit a plan or to edit advanced settings, continue to the following steps. Click or touch Change plan settings to choose the plan you want to edit. This screen allows you to change basic settings. 6 Click or touch Change advanced power settings to access settings for battery notification levels, internal storage drive power save time, etc.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 89 Changing the main battery When your main battery has run out of power, you have two options: plug in the AC adaptor or install a charged battery. 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.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer, see “To Shut down your computer” on page 43. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down. NOTE 5 Depending on your model, the battery will either have latches or screws, allowing for the removal of the battery.
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 91 If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible short circuit, fire or electric shock. Failure to do so could possibly result in serious injury.
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Battery screws Model with latches Model with screws (Sample Illustration) Locking the battery 4 Turn the computer right side up. 5 Reconnect any cables that were removed in step 3 of “Removing the battery from the computer” on page 90. 6 Restart the computer. Taking care of your battery The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life.
Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries 93 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. ❖ If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use (for models with an accessible battery only).
Mobile Computing Traveling tips Always use the battery pack supplied as an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Use of non-conforming battery packs could generate smoke or cause fire or rupture, possibly resulting in serious injury. After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them.
Mobile Computing Traveling tips 95 TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your computer through airport security equipment. The X-ray equipment will not harm your computer. NOTE Before using your computer aboard an aircraft, make sure the Wireless antenna is OFF (Airplane mode is ON) if your computer has wireless LAN capability. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. For more information see “TOSHIBA Function Keys” on page 152.
Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer’s Features In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your computer. Exploring the Start screen The Start screen is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows® operating system, providing new and easy ways to access everything from your favorite apps and Web sites to your contacts and other important information.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the Start screen 97 For detailed information on the new functionality, refer to the Windows® Help and Support. Search icon Power icon Apps page icon App tiles (Sample Image) Windows Start screen ® Charms Use the Windows® charms to start apps, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop Tiles Tiles can be accessed and launched from the Start screen. Typical Start screen tiles are the Desktop tile and Mail tile, as well as tiles representing all other applications downloaded to your system. Exploring the desktop You can use its features to start applications, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop 99 Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking or touching the icon. You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or program by dragging the element’s icon from its location in a window to the desktop area. You may see various icons displayed on your system desktop, for example: Recycle Bin—Holds files you have deleted.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Windows® Store Notification area The notification area displays icons of tasks or programs that run continuously in the background and displays notifications. To learn more about each task, position the pointer over the icon for a few moments and a short description of the task appears. Typical tasks in the notification area are Current time, Power usage mode, network connectivity status, and speaker volume.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications 101 In the Windows® Store you can search for and browse thousands of apps, all grouped into easy to find categories. Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet you need: ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet ❖ A way to connect to the ISP (for example Wi-Fi®/broadband connection, etc.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see “Wireless networking problems” on page 140. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality. Accessing a network For specific information about connecting to the network, consult your network administrator. Many hotels, airports, and offices offer Wi-Fi® access.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features 5 103 When you have finished recording, click or touch the Stop Recording button. The Save As dialog box appears. 6 To save the file, type a file name, and then click or touch Save. Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers. Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers.
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 105 Inserting memory media NOTE To locate your Memory card reader, please refer to your Quick Start document. The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until it stops. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Memory card reader 3 Highlight, and then click or touch the item you would like to eject. If the system is unable to prepare the media for safe removal, a message will tell you to try again later. If the media can be removed now, the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware. If the computer has a spring-loaded adapter slot, see step 4; otherwise, skip to step 5. 4 Gently press the card inward to release it. The card pops out slightly.
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 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 eco Utility® eco Utility® The 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 eco Utility®: 1 From the Start screen begin typing eco Utility. 2 Click or touch eco Utility. The eco Utility® window appears. (Sample Image) eco Utility® window 3 To activate the eco power plan, select eco Mode on the left side. 4 Click or touch the eco Mode button. 5 Click or touch Close.
Utilities Password Utility 109 Password Utility 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. TOSHIBA supports different types of passwords on your computer: ❖ A supervisor password—Prohibits unauthorized users from accessing certain functions such as System Settings. This is useful if more than one person uses the computer.
Utilities Password Utility To set a supervisor password: 1 To access Supervisor Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility. 2 Click or touch Password Utility. (Sample Image) Supervisor Password tab 3 Click or touch Supervisor Password. 4 Click or touch Set. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click or touch Set. NOTE 7 NOTE Under User Policy, this option may or may not ask for password verification.
Utilities Password Utility 111 Deleting a supervisor password To delete a supervisor password: 1 To access Supervisor Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility. 2 Click or touch Password Utility. A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 3 Enter your password, and then click or touch Verify. 4 Click or touch Supervisor Password. 5 Click or touch Delete. An authority verification pop-up screen appears. 6 Click or touch Delete.
Utilities Password Utility To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 To access User Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility. 2 Click or touch Password Utility. 3 Click or touch User Password. (Sample Image) User Password tab 4 Click or touch Set. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click or touch Set. 7 Click or touch OK to save your password as a text file. NOTE Password Utility will suggest “memo.
Utilities Password Utility 113 Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 To access User Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility. 2 Click or touch Password Utility. A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 3 Enter your password, and then click or touch Verify. 4 Click or touch Delete. An authority verification pop-up screen appears. 5 Click or touch Delete. 6 Enter the password, and then click or touch Verify. 7 Click or touch OK to exit.
Utilities System Settings System Settings System Settings is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating system. To access it: 1 To access System Settings from the Start screen begin typing System Settings. 2 Click or touch System Settings. The System Settings screen appears.
Utilities System Settings 115 ❖ General—Allows you to view the current BIOS version ❖ ❖ Keyboard—Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys LAN—Allows you to set networking functions ❖ SATA—Allows you to set conditions for SATA ❖ Sleep Utilities—Allows you to enable or disable Sleep or change certain settings back to their default values and Charge/Sleep and Music functions.
Utilities Sleep Utilities Sleep Utilities 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.” 1 To access Sleep Utilities from the Start screen begin typing System Settings. 2 Click or touch System Settings. 3 Click or touch Sleep Utilities.
Utilities Sleep Utilities NOTE 117 ❖ 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 Sleep Utilities 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 Enable. To disable this function, toggle the Enable button to the Disabled position. You can also control whether charging takes place when the computer is running on battery power. To do so, select or deselect the Enable under Battery Mode check box in the utility.
Utilities Function Key NOTE 119 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. Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by default. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to activate functions by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with Fn.
Utilities Recovery Media Creator Recovery Media Creator The 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 47.
Utilities TOSHIBA Application Installer 121 TOSHIBA Application Installer The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. NOTE You must have an Internet connection to reinstall applications. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 To access TOSHIBA Application Installer from the Start screen begin typing Application Installer. 2 Click or touch TOSHIBA Application Installer.
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 123 If you are working in a program that suddenly freezes, chances are the program has stopped responding. You can exit the program without shutting down the operating system or closing other programs. To close a program that has stopped responding: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once), and then click or touch Task Manager. The Task Manager window appears.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer 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 3 125 If your computer has a removable battery, connect the AC adaptor to the computer. Leave the battery out of the computer. Try turning the computer on again. If the computer starts normally, the battery may need charging, may be depleted, or may be defective.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may need to troubleshoot the Operating System and/or its settings.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 127 Reset your computer ❖ All of your personal files and apps are removed ❖ Your computer settings are changed back to their defaults For more information, see “Reset your PC” on page 53. Advanced options Choosing this option presents you with another set of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows you to use a Restore point to return the computer to a state at which it was performing properly.
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working ❖ Enable boot logging Creates a file that lists all the drivers that are installed during startup ❖ Enable Safe Mode Starts Windows® with a minimal set of drivers and services. If the computer starts and runs in Safe Mode, you will know the Operating System is most likely working properly and that you should look to third-party applications or drivers for the source of your problem.
If Something Goes Wrong Fixing a problem with Device Manager 129 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. Getting to the online Help will differ depending on which interface you are in: ❖ Start screen—Type Help and Support NOTE ❖ As soon as you begin typing, the search feature automatically begins.
If Something Goes Wrong Power and the batteries 2 Click or touch Device Manager. The Device Manager screen appears. 3 From the list of device(s), double-click or touch the device type. 4 To view the device(s) installed, double-click or touch 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.
If Something Goes Wrong Power and the batteries 131 The AC adaptor and power cord/cable work correctly, but the battery will not charge. The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power. Try turning off the computer. The battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (if applicable), clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth (if necessary) and replace the battery. See “Removing the battery from the computer” on page 90.
If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems NOTE To capture a print screen of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. (This only applies to models with a 10-key keypad.) To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. You may need to update your keyboard driver.
If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 133 ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. The screen does not look correct. Choose a theme for your desktop background, under Change the visuals and sounds on your computer, in the Themes panel.
If Something Goes Wrong Disk or storage drive problems The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work. Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 1280 x 800 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode, and not simultaneous mode.
If Something Goes Wrong Disk or storage drive problems 5 Click or touch the Tools tab. 6 Click or touch the Check button. 135 The Error Checking box appears. The system will alert you if you need to scan the drive. 7 Even if you do not need to scan the drive for errors you can scan by clicking or touching Scan drive. Error-checking tests and repairs the storage drive. Your hard disk seems very slow. If you have been using your computer for a long time, your files may have become fragmented.
If Something Goes Wrong Optical disc drive problems Optical disc drive problems (Available on certain models.) You cannot access a disc in the drive. If the optical disc drive is an external drive, make sure the two USB cables or the AC adaptor cable are properly connected to the computer and refer to the documentation that came with your drive. Make sure the tray that holds the optical disc is closed properly. Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the tray and remove the disc.
If Something Goes Wrong Optical disc drive problems 137 Some discs run correctly but others do not. Check that the type of disc you are using is compatible with your optical disc drive. For more information regarding supported optical media formats, refer to the complete detail specifications for your computer at support.toshiba.com. If the problem is with an optical data disc, refer to the software’s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program’s needs.
NOTE If Something Goes Wrong Optical disc drive problems Blu-ray Disc™ player Technology. (Available on certain models.) Compatibility and/or performance issues are possible. Certain interactive features may not be supported due to compatibility, network settings or other conditions. Advanced Access Content System (AACS) keys are integrated into your computer for copy protection purposes. Occasional renewal is required and will initially be provided at no charge.
If Something Goes Wrong Sound system problems 139 Sound system problems No sound is coming from the computer’s speakers. Adjust the volume control. Try pressing the F11 key to see if volume mute is disabled. 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.
If Something Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems The printer will not print what you see on the screen. Many programs display information on the screen differently from the way they print it. See if your program has a print preview mode. This mode lets you see your work exactly as it will print. Contact the software manufacturer for more information.
If Something Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems ❖ 141 Check the Windows® Control Panel's Device Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi® adapter is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is loaded. To access the Device Manager, from the Start screen begin typing Control Panel and click or touch your selection. If you are in the Desktop screen, press the Windows® ( ) key to display the Start screen.
If Something Goes Wrong DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems DVD Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems (Available on certain models.) If you experience a problem playing DVDs or Blu-ray Discs™, you may be able to fix the problem yourself. For general problems playing a DVD or Blu-ray Disc™ title, try the following steps: 1 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that the disc is properly inserted in the drive tray.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 143 The screen saver runs while you are watching a movie or title. If the screen saver is enabled, it runs on top of any movie or title you are watching. To disable the screen saver: 1 Right-click the desktop and click Personalize in the menu. 2 Click or touch Screen Saver in the lower-right corner of the window. 3 Select None from the Screen saver drop-down list. 4 Click or touch OK. Develop good computing habits Save your work frequently.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Read the documentation. It is very difficult to provide a fail-safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together. Get familiar with all of the documentation provided with your computer, as well as the information that may come with the programs and devices you purchase.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 3 145 In the left pane, click or touch System Protection. The System Protection tab of the System Properties window appears. 4 Click or touch Configure. 5 Under Restore settings select Turn on System Protection. 6 Click or touch OK. 7 Click or touch Create. 8 In the input field, enter a name that is descriptive enough to be easily understood in the future, such as “Before installing Brand X Accounting app.” Then click or touch Create.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 7 Verify that the Restore point you chose is the correct one. If it is not, click or touch Back to return to the previous step. 8 Close all programs and save all open files. 9 Click or touch Finish, and then Yes to begin the system restore. Your Windows® operating system configuration will now be restored to the state it was in when the chosen restore point was created, and then the computer will be automatically restarted.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 147 For additional Help, while in the Windows® Desktop screen, press the F1 key to launch the Windows® Help and Support screen. 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 ❖ Do one installation at a time. If you have several new items to add to your computer system, install just one at a time, creating restore points immediately before each successive installation. This will make it much easier to determine the origin of any new problems. For best results, follow this sequence: 1 Back up critical data. 2 Create a restore point. 3 Install one item of hardware or software.
If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance 149 ❖ If you are attempting to charge a device without an AC adaptor connected to the computer, the computer's battery power may be below the limit specified in the TOSHIBA Sleep utility or the battery may be depleted. Lower the limit in Sleep and Charge to enable charging at the current battery power level, or, if battery power is running low or is depleted, connect the AC adaptor to your computer.
If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Contacting Toshiba Toshiba’s Technical Support Web site For technical support, or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at support.toshiba.com. Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site toshiba.com/us Marketing and product information in the USA accessories.toshiba.
If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Latin America and Caribbean Mexico Spain United Kingdom United States The Rest of Europe Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a Planta Escalera A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
Appendix A TOSHIBA Function Keys TOSHIBA Function keys provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. Functions TOSHIBA Function keys are used to set or modify the following system functions: ❖ Help file ❖ Brightness control ❖ Output (Display switch) ❖ Touch pad ❖ Volume mute ❖ Wireless 152 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions 153 Help file This TOSHIBA Function key displays the help file. Display brightness This TOSHIBA Function key decreases the screen brightness. This TOSHIBA Function key increases the screen brightness. 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Output (Display switch) This TOSHIBA Function key cycles through the display options and highlights the available options. ❖ PC screen only ❖ Duplicate ❖ Extend ❖ Second screen only (Sample Image) Display mode options window NOTE All of the above modes are always displayed on the screen, however only the available modes for your system are functional, depending on the attached external display(s). 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions 155 Disabling or enabling the touch pad This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables the touch pad. To enable/disable the touch pad press F5. For more information on using the touch pad, see “Using the touch pad” on page 57. Media buttons This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to restart playing the current track or go to the previous track. This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to start playing or pause the media currently playing.
TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Disabling or enabling wireless devices This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables the Wi-Fi® antenna in your computer. The wireless modes are: ❖ Disables the wireless antenna (Airplane mode is ON). ❖ Enables the wireless antenna (Airplane mode is OFF). Keyboard Function keys Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom out. Fn+ This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom in.
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 157 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 DPI Dots Per Inch DVD Digital Versatile (or Video) Disc 159 DVD-ROM Digital Versatile (or Video) Disc Read-Only Memory eSATA external Serial Advanced Technology Attachment FAT File Allocation Table FCC Federal Communications Commission GB gigabyte GBps gigabytes per second HDD Hard Disk Drive HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI CEC High-Definition Multimedia Interface Consumer Electronics Control HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Ele
Glossary RFI Radio Frequency Interference 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.
Glossary B 161 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.
C Glossary 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 high-capacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data. See also CD. Compare DVD-ROM.
Glossary 163 controller—A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. CPU—See Central Processing Unit (CPU). 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.
Glossary disc—A round, flat piece of material, designed to be read from and written to by optical (laser) technology, and used in the production of optical discs, such as CDs and DVDs. Compare disk. disk—A round, flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form, and used in the production of magnetic disks, such as hard disks. Compare disc. See also hard disk.
Glossary 165 eSATA—An external device that supports hot swapping and fast data transfer. Very useful in storing and transferring large files. executable file—A computer program that is ready to run. Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files. Names of executable files usually end with a .bat or .exe extension. expansion device—A device that connects to a computer to expand its capabilities.
Glossary Function key—(1) A feature in which certain keys in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. function keys—The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the keyboard. Their function is determined by the operating system and/or individual programs.
Glossary I 167 icon—A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program. interlaced—A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which only every other line of pixels is refreshed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image. Compare non-interlaced. internal device—See device. Internet—The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web.
Glossary load—To move information from a storage device (such as a hard disk) into memory for processing. local area network—See LAN. logical drive—A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive. A system’s logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives.
Glossary 169 non-interlaced—A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen. Compare interlaced. non-system disk—A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer. Compare system disk. O online—Available through the computer.
Glossary pointer—An icon (usually an arrow) that moves on the screen when you slide your finger across the touch pad or move a mouse. Used to point to and select/activate on-screen items, such as icons, menu items, and buttons. The shape and purpose of the pointer varies depending on the program you are using and what you are doing. pointing device—Any device, such as the touch pad or a mouse, that enables you to move the pointer on the screen.
Glossary 171 RGB (Red, Green, Blue) monitor—A monitor that reproduces all colors by mixing red, green, and blue light in various combinations. RJ45 connector—An eight-wire connector used to connect a computer to a network. ROM (Read-Only Memory)—Non-volatile memory that can be read but not written to. Non-volatile here means that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power.
Glossary system prompt—The symbol (in the MS-DOS® operating system, generally a drive letter followed by a “greater than” sign) indicating where users are to enter commands. T TFT display—See active-matrix display. Touch—To activate items displayed on the screen, such as apps, setting icons, and on-screen buttons by touching them with your finger. Tile/Tiles—A list of square or rectangular icons on the Start screen representing applications that can be accessed by selecting them.
Index A AC adaptor AC power AC power light accessing network adding memory optional external devices adequate ventilation cooling fan adjusting touch pad settings Advanced Startup options app, starting App, starting from Start screen apps starting from Start screen audio features B backing up files , battery battery life Call2Recycle™ care , changing charge indicator light charge time charger charging , charging the real-time clock
Index running computer on battery power safety precautions setting notifications taking care of battery indicator light BIOS Setup see System Settings Blu-ray Disc™ using , button eject, optical disc drive mute button next track button play/pause button previous track button volume increase/decrease buttons , buttons media control buttons C Call2Recycle™ battery caring for your computer changing battery charging the battery cleaning the computer
Index documentation DVD removing with computer off removing with computer on DVD Blu-ray Disc™ player troubleshooting DVDs using E eco power plan eco Utility® eject button optical disc drive eject, optical disc drive enabling touch pad enabling/disabling touch pad ENERGY STAR® exploring desktop Start screen external display device HDMI™ Out port external display, adjusting F files backing up , saving Function Key Function Keys disabling or en
Index next track button play/pause button previous track button using volume increase/decrease buttons , memory adding Memory card reader inserting memory media removing memory media using microphone using monitor connecting monitor problems troubleshooting monitoring battery power mouse properties moving the computer N network accessing connecting your computer networking wireless notification area notifications O online resour
Index power light power management optimum performance power plans selecting power plan options power saving options precautions safety printer troubleshooting problem solving contacting Toshiba Startup options projector connecting R real-time clock (RTC) battery recording sounds recovery creating recovery media installing drivers and applications internal storage drive refresh your PC reset your PC restoring from recovery media Recovery Media Crea
Index starting an app starting an app from Start screen Startup menu problem solving supervisor password, deleting supervisor password, set up system indicator lights AC power drive in-use indicator LEDs , , , System Settings T taking care of battery taskbar television adjusting display Tiles Start screen tips for computing Toshiba online resources registering computer Toshiba Web site worldwide offices TOSHIBA Application Installer T
Index USB Wakeup function does not work Windows® operating system not working wireless networking U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use USB Wakeup function does not work user password, deleting user password, setting using a microphone computer lock DVDs eco power plan Memory card reader optical disc drive touch pad Web Camera using the keyboard Utilities V video projector adjusting display W warranty standard limited warranty Web Camera us
