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  • Page 1 User’s Manual TECRA M7...
  • Page 2 Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak. Sonic RecordNow! is a registered trademark of Sonic Solutions. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license. Memory Stick and i.LINK are trademark and registered trademark of Sony Corporation.

  • Page 3: Working Environment

    However, Toshiba cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if accessories or cables not manufactured / distributed by Toshiba are connected or implemented. To avoid in general EMC problems, the following advice should be observed: Only CE marked accessories should be connected / implemented...
  • Page 4 Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working environments that are not approved or the use is restricted are not the responsibility of Toshiba Corporation. The consequences of the use of this product in those working environments may be:...

  • Page 5: Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions

    Following information is only for EU-member states: The use of the symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
  • Page 6 Panasonic Communications DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive UJDA770 The DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive UJDA770 employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
  • Page 7 TEAC DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive DW-224E The DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive DW-224E employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
  • Page 8 Panasonic Communications DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording UJ-841 The DVD Super Multi drive with Double Layer Recording model employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
  • Page 9 Pioneer DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording DVR-K16 The DVD Super Multi drive with Double Layer Recording model employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
  • Page 10 International precautions CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.”...
  • Page 11 OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråining överstigande gränsen för laserklass 1. VAROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaarallista lasersäteilyä. CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
  • Page 12 User’s Manual...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface General Precautions Getting Started Chapter 1 Equipment checklist........1-1 Getting Started .
  • Page 14 (IEEE1394) .........3-33 TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator ......3-35 Bluetooth USB Adaptor .
  • Page 15 TOSHIBA support ........
  • Page 16 User’s Manual...

  • Page 17: Preface

    Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TECRA M7 computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, including multimedia devices, and it is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing. This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TECRA M7 computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.
  • Page 18 Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard. For example, Enter identifies the Enter key. Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign (+).

  • Page 19: General Precautions

    General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual.
  • Page 20 Heat injury Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time (if you rest the computer on your lap, or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, for example) your skin might suffer low-heat injury.

  • Page 21: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packing materials for future use.
  • Page 22 TOSHIBA Controls TOSHIBA Mic Effect TOSHIBA Password Utility TOSHIBA Rotation Utility TOSHIBA Accelerometer Utilities TOSHIBA Tablet Access Code Logon Utility Fingerprint utility TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility for Display Devices TOSHIBA Display Device Change Utility TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer TOSHIBA Security Assist ®...

  • Page 23: Getting Started

    TOSHIBA HDD Protection DVD-RAM Driver Software Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba* Infineon Trusted Platform Module* (* provided with some models) Online manual Product Recovery Media Getting Started All users should be sure to read the section Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort for information on the safe and proper use of this computer.

  • Page 24: Operating The Computer In Tablet Mode

    Operating the computer in Tablet mode The TOSHIBA TECRA M7 computer can be used in two ways, as an ordinary laptop PC and as a Tablet PC. You can use the computer as Tablet PC, operated with the supplied Tablet PC Pen, by turning the LCD display panel through 180 degrees and closing it.
  • Page 25 The display panel works as a touch sensitive digitizer screen. However, the outer edges of the screen may be less sensitive. Please keep the Tablet PC Pen inside the display area when you use it near the edges of the display panel. The position of the pen may not be recognized if you move the Tablet PC Pen too fast towards the outer edge.

  • Page 26: Connecting The Ac Adaptor

    TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with your PC), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the PC. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the PC possibly resulting in serious injury.
  • Page 27 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor. Depending on the model, a 2-pin plug or 3-pin plug set of the above may be bundled. 2. Connect the AC adaptor’s DC output plug to the DC IN 15V jack on the back of the computer.

  • Page 28: Opening The Display

    Opening the display The computer’s LCD display panel can be opened in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing. 1. Push the display latch on the front of the computer to unlatch the display panel. 2. While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body is not raised, lift the panel slowly.

  • Page 29: Starting Up For The First Time

    2. Slide and hold the computer’s power button. Power button Starting up for the first time When you first turn on the power, the computer’s initial screen is the Microsoft Windows XP Startup Screen Logo. Follow the on-screen directions for each screen. During setup, you can click the Back button to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 30: Standby Mode

    When the AC adaptor is connected, the computer will go into Standby Mode according to the settings in the TOSHIBA Power Saver. To restore operation from Standby Mode, slide the power button or press any key. The latter action only works on the internal keyboard if the Wake-up on Keyboard option is enabled in HW Setup.

  • Page 31: Hibernation Mode

    1. Click start, click Turn Off Computer and click Stand By. 2. Close the computer’s LCD display panel. This feature must be enabled. Refer to the Setup Actions tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver located within the Control application (open Performance and Maintenance and then open TOSHIBA Power Saver).

  • Page 32: Starting Hibernation Mode

    For the computer to shut down in Hibernation Mode, this feature must be enabled in two places: the Hibernate tab in Power Options and Setup Actions tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver. If you do not configure this feature, the computer will shut down in Standby Mode - if battery power becomes depleted, data saved in Standby Mode will be lost.

  • Page 33: Restarting The Computer

    2. Hold down the F12 key and turn on the power. When In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA appears, release the F12 key. 3. Use the left or right cursor key to select the optical disc drive in the Boot Devices menu.

  • Page 34: Restoring Toshiba Utilities And Drivers

    Restoring TOSHIBA utilities and drivers If Windows is working properly, individual drivers or applications can be separately restored. The TOSHIBA Tools & Utilities folder (C:\TOOLSCD) contains drivers and applications, which are included with your computer system. If your system drivers or applications have become damaged in some way, you can reinstall most of the components from this folder.

  • Page 35: Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

    The Grand Tour This Chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer. Legal Footnote (Non-applicable Icons) For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Non-applicable Icons, please refer to the the *1.
  • Page 36 Wireless communication switch Turn Wi-Fi may have a cardiac pacemaker implant or other medical electric device. Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation, possibly resulting in serious injury. Follow the instruction of your medical device when using any Wi-Fi Always turn off Wi-Fi automatic control equipment or appliances such as automatic doors or fire detectors.

  • Page 37: Left Side

    Left side The following figure shows the computer’s left side. Cooling vents Security lock slot Security lock slot Cooling vents Do not block the cooling vents. Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of the cooling vents. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.

  • Page 38: Right Side

    Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of the Bridge Media Slot. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. PC card slot PC card eject button Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of the PC Card slot.

  • Page 39: Back Side

    Back side The following figure shows the computer’s back side. Modem jack DC IN 15V jack DC IN 15V jack Modem jack Connection to any communication line other than an analog phone line could cause a PC system failure. Connect the built-in modem only to ordinary analog phone lines. Never connect the built-in modem to a digital line (ISDN).
  • Page 40 LAN jack Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN jack. It could cause damage or malfunction. Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply. It could cause damage or malfunction. Link indicator (green) LAN active indicator (orange)

  • Page 41: Underside

    Reserve Pen Battery pack The underside of the computer Notches on the computer engage hooks on the TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator to ensure a secure connection. This port enables connection of an optional TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator and a Slice...

  • Page 42: Front With The Display Open

    The front of the computer with the LCD panel open The display hinge holds the LCD display panel at easy-to-view angles. Power and Power-Up Operating Basics. TOSHIBA Assist button TOSHIBA Presentation button Fingerprint Sensor Stereo speaker (Right) LCD Sensor switch (Not shown)
  • Page 43 Display screen Stereo speakers Touch Pad Touch Pad control buttons Keyboard Power button Cross Function button ESC/Rotation button Windows Security tablet button User’s Manual The LCD screen displays high-contrast text and graphics. Refer to Display Controller and Modes section in Appendix B. When the computer operates on the AC adaptor the LCD screen’s image will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power.
  • Page 44 Hibernation Mode and shut down even if the Panel Power Off feature is disabled. 2-10 Press this button to launch the TOSHIBA Assist utility (default) or some other predefined application. When the computer is switched off, or is in...

  • Page 45: Operation Buttons

    Operation buttons This section describes the operation buttons. Please do not press the buttons too strenuously. Application 1 Application 2 System indicators LEDs above icons, light when various computer operations are in progress. Bridge Media DC IN Power Battery User’s Manual This button allows you to run applications and access utilities.

  • Page 46: Keyboard Indicators

    2nd battery Wireless communication Keyboard indicators The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and the Caps Lock indicator. When the Arrow mode indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you control the cursor. When the Numeric mode indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you enter numbers.

  • Page 47: Optical Disc Drives

    Arrow mode indicator Arrow mode Numeric mode Optical disc drives The computer is installed with either a DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW or a DVD Super Multi drive. An ATAPI interface controller is used for CD/DVD-ROM operation. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows.

  • Page 48: Writable Discs

    Writable discs This section describes the types of writable CD/DVD discs. Check the specifications of your drive to see the types of discs it can write. Use RecordNow! to write compact discs. Refer to Chapter 3, Options. CD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed.
  • Page 49 DVD-ROM drive The full-size DVD-ROM drive module lets you run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge. DVD read CD read DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive...

  • Page 50: Ac Adaptor

    For use in other regions, please buy power cords that conform to safety rules and regulations in the particular region. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your PC and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with your PC), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the PC.

  • Page 51: Chapter 3 Features, Utilities And Options

    Features, Utilities and Options Features The computer uses TOSHIBA’s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI), Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage, and high reliability. This computer incorporates the following features and benefits:...
  • Page 52 Some models in the range are equipped with Intel Mobile Technology, which is based on three separate technologies of Intel Core™ Duo processor, Intel ® Connection, and Mobile Intel In addition, some models in the range are equipped with carry Intel Centrino technologies of Intel Network Connection, and Mobile Intel...

  • Page 53: Optical Disc Drive

    Legal Footnote (Battery Life) For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Battery Life, please refer to the Legal Footnotes RTC battery AC adaptor Disks Hard disk drive Legal Footnote (Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity) For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity, please refer to the Click the *5.
  • Page 54 Display The computer’s LCD display panel supports high-resolution video graphics. The LCD screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort and readability. Built-in Legal Footnote (LCD) For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding LCD, please refer to Legal Footnotes Graphics controller Legal Footnote (Graphics Processor Unit (“GPU”))

  • Page 55: Special Features

    For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Wireless LAN, please refer to the Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use. Hot keys Display automatic...
  • Page 56 You can specify the setting in the When I close the lid item of the Setup Actions tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver. When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cannot be continued, the system automatically enters Hibernation and shuts down.

  • Page 57: Utilities

    Optical Drive Power TOSHIBA HDD Protection The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive will not be damaged. Hibernation Standby Utilities This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For details on usage and operation, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or readme.txt files.
  • Page 58 To start the utility, to access this utility, click start, click Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware and click the TOSHIBA HWSetup icon. This utility have a section to let you do the...
  • Page 59 TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Mobile Extension TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to TOSHIBA TouchPad On/Off Utility User’s Manual The TOSHIBA SD memory boot utility allows you to create a bootable SD memory card to start the system.
  • Page 60 TOSHIBA Accelerometer Utilities 3-10 The TOSHIBA Mic Effect utility provides you with Echo Canceller and Microphone Array functions. For more instructions for this software, click start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to Utilities and click TOSHIBA Mic Effect Help.

  • Page 61: Optional Devices

    Secondary landscape Secondary portrait The default setting of PC mode is Primary Landscape while that for Tablet mode is Primary Portrait. To start TOSHIBA Rotation Utility, Click start, click All Programs, click TOSHIBA, click Tablet PC and Rotation Utility. 3-11...

  • Page 62: Pc Card

    The computer is equipped with a PC card slot that can accommodate a Type II card. Any PC card that meets industry standards (manufactured by TOSHIBA or other vendor) can be installed. The slot supports 16-bit PC cards, including PC card 16’s multifunction card and CardBus PC cards.

  • Page 63: Removing A Pc Card

    2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection. 3. After inserting the PC card, refer to the PC card’s documentation and check the configuration in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your PC card. Removing a PC card To remove the PC card, follow the steps below.

  • Page 64: Bridge Media Slot

    Bridge media slot This slot lets you insert SD memory card, SDIO card, Memory Stick (Pro), xD picture card or MultiMediaCard. This Bridge media slot supports the following cards. SD card (SD memory card, SDIO card) Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO xD picture card MultiMediaCard Precautions on using cards.

  • Page 65: Inserting An Sd Card

    SD card Set the SD-card type SD memory cards and Bluetooth Bridge Media slot. Keep foreign objects out of the Bridge media slot. Never allow metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, to enter the PC or keyboard. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause PC damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.

  • Page 66: Sd Memory Card

    4. Grasp the card and remove it. Make sure the Bridge media slot indicator is out before you remove the SD card or turn off the computer’s power. If you remove the SD card or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the SD card you may lose data or damage the card.

  • Page 67: Formatting An Sd Card

    TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format utility, not with the format commands provided within Windows. In order to run TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format, click start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to Utilities and click SD Memory Card Format.

  • Page 68: Inserting A Memory Stick

    Inserting a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick, follow the steps below. 1. Insert the Memory Stick into the Bridge media slot. 2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection. Memory Stick Removing a Memory Stick To remove a Memory Stick, follow the steps below. 1.

  • Page 69: Inserting An Xd Picture Card

    Inserting an xD picture card To insert an xD picture card, follow the steps below. 1. Insert the xD picture card into the Bridge media slot. 2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection. Removing an xD picture card To remove an xD picture card, follow the steps below. 1.
  • Page 70 MultiMediaCards comply with SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music. For this reason, you cannot copy or playback protected material on another computer or other device. You may not use the reproduction of any copyrighted material except for your personal enjoyment.

  • Page 71: Memory Expansion

    When you install or remove a memory module, ensure that you do not touch any other internal areas of the computer. Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA. Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following...

  • Page 72: Installing A Memory Module

    If you install a memory module that is not compatible with the computer, the power LED will flashes (on for 0.5 seconds, off for 0.5 seconds) in the following ways;If there is only an error in Slot A: repeatedly flashes orange twice, then green.
  • Page 73 7. Remove two screws securing the keyboard. Use a point size 1 Phillips screwdriver. 8. Open the latch which holds the keyboard in place, then lift the back of the keyboard toward you, and lay it face down on the palm rest. When you move the keyboard forward, do not touch the keys.
  • Page 74 The slot A is reserved for main memory. Use the slot B for expanded memory. If only one card is installed, use the slot A. 10. Fit the memory module’s connectors into the socket at about a 45 degree angle and push the module down until latches on either side snap into place.

  • Page 75: Removing A Memory Module

    12. Tuck the keyboard ribbon cable into the groove under the palm rest. Keyboard ribbon cable Do not bend the keyboard ribbon cable. 13. Insert the tabs on the front of the keyboard into the corresponding notches on the computer and place the keyboard down. When seating the keyboard, be sure to connect the circuit board if the keyboard ribbon cable was pulled out while you were removing the keyboard.

  • Page 76: Battery Pack

    3. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack. Refer to Replacing the battery pack Modes, for details. 4. Follow steps 4 through 9 in Installing memory module to remove the memory module cover. 5. Push the latches to the outside to release the memory module. A spring will force one end of the memory module up.

  • Page 77: Universal Ac Adaptor

    Universal AC Adaptor If you frequently transport the computer between different sites such as your home and office, purchasing an AC adaptor for each location will reduce the weight and bulk of your carrying load. Slice Expansion Battery This battery pack increases your computer’s operating time when a main battery pack is also installed.

  • Page 78: Battery Charger

    Disconnecting the Slice Expansion Battery Follow the steps below to disconnect the Slice Expansion Battery to the computer. 1. Save your work. 2. Turn the computer’s power off. Make sure the Power indicator is off. 3. Remove all cables connected to the computer. 4.

  • Page 79: Connecting Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    Connecting USB floppy disk drive To connect the drive, plug the floppy disk drive’s USB connector into a computer’s USB port. Make sure the connector is properly aligned with the socket. Do not try to force the connection, doing so can damage the connecting pins. USB connector If you connect the USB floppy disk drive after turning on the computer, it will take about 10 seconds for the computer to recognize the drive.

  • Page 80: Tablet Pc Pen

    Tablet PC Pen Use it as a spare to your computer. Spare pen tip and draw-out tool are included. Refer to Chapter 4, Reserve Pen Refer to Chapter 4, External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer.

  • Page 81: Using The Toshiba Assist Button

    You can connect a television set to the S-Video out port on the computer. Follow the steps below. As an example, this is the setup method for the TOSHIBA Assist button. Buttons other than the TOSHIBA Assist button can also be re-assigned.

  • Page 82: Displaying Movies On A Tv Or Crt

    If a television is connected to the computer, set the TV type in Display Properties. Follow the steps below. nVIDIA Quadro NVS 110M model a. Click start and click Control Panel. b. Click Appearance and Themes and click the Display to open the Display Properties window.

  • Page 83: I.link (Ieee1394)

    There is a possibility that the original data will be damaged. There is a particular risk that some frames will be deleted in the case of digital video transfer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for such loss of data. Do not transfer data in areas where static electricity is easily generated or in areas subjected to electronic noise.
  • Page 84 Make sure data transfer has ended or turn off the computer, before you: Connect/disconnect an i.LINK device to/from the computer. Connect/disconnect an i.LINK device to/from another i.LINK device that is connected to the computer. Connecting 1. Make sure the connectors are properly aligned and plug the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable into the computer.

  • Page 85: Toshiba Express Port Replicator

    TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator In addition to the ports available on the computer, the TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator. The TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator connects directly to the docking interface on the underside of the computer. The AC adaptor connects the TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator to a power source.

  • Page 86: Bluetooth Usb Adaptor

    Bluetooth wireless standard. Security lock Security locks enable you to anchor your computer and optional TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator to a desk or other heavy object to help prevent unauthorized removal of the computer or TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator.

  • Page 87: Options

    AC adaptor for each site so you will not have to carry the adaptor with you. An additional battery pack can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer. Use it as a spare or replacement. This battery pack increases your computer’s operating time when a main battery pack is also installed.
  • Page 88 Bluetooth USB Adaptor Wireless Optical Mouse with Bluetooth Technology Wireless Stereo Headset with Bluetooth Technology 3-38 When connected to one of the computer’s USB ports, the Bluetooth USB adaptor allows wireless communications to be carried out with Bluetooth- compatible equipment. The Bluetooth Wireless Mouse is an optical mouse that is compatible with the Bluetooth wireless standard.

  • Page 89: Chapter 4 Operating Basics

    Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer and precautions when using it, as well as the handling of CD/DVD. Using the Touch Pad To use the Touch Pad, simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go.

  • Page 90: Using The Tablet Pc Pen And Reserve Pen

    You can also tap the Touch Pad to perform functions similar to those of the left button. Click: Tap once Double-click: Tap twice Drag and drop: Tap to select the material you want to move. Leave your finger on the Touch Pad after the second tap and move the material.
  • Page 91 The lead cannot be replaced if it is worn (use the Reserve Pen only). TOSHIBA is not liable for any problems arising on the products due to the use of the Tablet PC Pen in an environment where the above conditions are not satisfied or because of its use by unspecified number of users.

  • Page 92: Removing The Tablet Pc Pen

    Removing the Tablet PC Pen Remove the Tablet PC Pen as described below. 1. Gently push the Tablet PC Pen towards the middle of the computer. The pen will then protrude slightly from the side. Tablet PC Pen slot 2. Pull the Tablet PC Pen to remove it from the Tablet PC Pen slot. Inserting the Tablet PC Pen The Tablet PC Pen is included in the accessory tray when purchased.

  • Page 93: Pen Actions

    Pen actions You can use the Tablet PC Pen to enter data, start programs, move objects and execute other actions. Single tap Lightly tap the tip of the Tablet PC Pen on an object and lift it immediately to execute an action. A single tap is similar to clicking the left touch pad control button.

  • Page 94: Removing The Reserve Pen

    LCD display panel. When the pen tip breaks replace it with one of the refills delivered with the Tablet PC Pen. When these refills have run out, you can purchase a new pen set from a TOSHIBA authorized dealer. Removing the Reserve Pen To remove the Reserve Pen case, follow the steps below.

  • Page 95: Changing To The Tablet Mode

    3. Reinstall the battery pack. Refer to the Power-Up Modes battery pack. Changing to the Tablet mode To change from laptop mode to the Tablet mode, follow the instructions below. User’s Manual Inserting the Reserve Pen Replacing the battery pack...
  • Page 96 To change from Laptop Mode to Tablet Mode you must rotate the display panel 180 degrees clockwise. Tablet mode icon To change from Tablet Mode to Laptop Mode you must rotate the display panel 180 degrees counter-clockwise. Laptop mode icon 1.
  • Page 97 4. Close the LCD display panel slowly with display surface facing upwards. 5. Insert the display latch in the slit. 6. Press the LCD display panel downward softly. User’s Manual Changing to the Tablet mode (3) Changing to the Tablet mode (4) Display latch Display latch Slit...

  • Page 98: Changing The Screen Orientation

    Changing the screen orientation The orientation of the computer screen can be changed to one of the following four display modes: Execute the following applications on Primary landscape: 3D game software 3D screen saver Playback of a motion picture as would be the case using DVD-Video playback on the computer connected to an external DVD-ROM Drive.

  • Page 99: Accelerometer Utilities And Toshiba Rotation Utility

    1. Press the Cross Function Button for more than one second. The TOSHIBA Tablet Menu will appear. 2. Select the Internal Monitor icon in Toshiba Shortcut using the Cross Function Button and then press the Cross Function Button. 3. Select the rotation angle using Cross Function Button and then press the Cross Function Button.

  • Page 100: Using Accelerometer Utilities

    This may cause injury to children or adults, or damage to the computer. When the TOSHIBA HDD protection function is turned on and the Tilt function (function to start applications, etc. by waving the computer vertically or horizontally) is used, the TOSHIBA HDD protection message may be displayed on the screen.

  • Page 101: Changing To The Laptop Mode

    Changing to the laptop mode To change the operating mode to the Laptop Mode, follow the instructions below. 1. Press the Display latch and raise the display to the upright position carefully. 2. Rotate the display counter-clockwise slowly. 3. Turn the display latch toward you ready for the next closing of the display.
  • Page 102 The following illustrations show the recommended way to swipe your finger over the recognition sensor. Avoid swiping with the finger stiff or pressed-on too hard Fingerprint reading may fail if the center of the fingerprint is not touching on the sensor, or when finger is swiped while pressing hard. Make sure that the center of the fingerprint is touching the sensor before swiping.

  • Page 103: Points To Note About The Fingerprint Sensor

    Points to note about the Fingerprint Sensor Failure to follow these guidelines might result in (1) damage to the sensor or cause sensor failure, (2) finger recognition problems, or lower finger recognition success rate. Do not scratch or poke the sensor with your nails or any hard or sharp objects.

  • Page 104: Points To Note About The Fingerprint Utility

    Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint sensor will recognize the enrolled user or accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of this fingerprint recognition software or utility.

  • Page 105: Set Up Procedure

    In the help file, it is stated that this software’s PasswordBank function can be used for the Internet and general applications. However, the Internet PasswordBank function in the fingerprint utility provided in this computer can only be used with IE (Internet Explorer). Set Up Procedure Please use the following procedure when first using fingerprint authentication.

  • Page 106: Window Logon Via Fingerprint Authentication

    It is necessary to register the User Password before using the Fingerprint Power-on Security and its extended function, the Fingerprint Single Sign-on Feature. Please use TOSHIBA Password Utility to register the User Password. If you fail fingerprint authentication more than five times, you must enter the User Password or Supervisor Password manually to start the computer.

  • Page 107: How To Enable Fingerprint Power-On Security Settings

    Password and Windows Logon Password before using the Fingerprint Power-on Security and this Fingerprint Single Sign-on Feature. Please use the TOSHIBA Password Utility to register your User/BIOS Password. If Windows Logon is not the default for your system, see Manual to register your Windows Logon Password.

  • Page 108: Using Optical Disc Drives

    TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the Fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. TOSHIBA is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of the fingerprint software or utility.

  • Page 109: Loading Discs

    Loading discs To load CD/DVDs, follow the steps below. 1. When the computer’s power is on, press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly. 2. Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully opened. 3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the disc tray. When the disc tray is fully opened, the edge of the computer will extend slightly over the CD/DVD tray.

  • Page 110: Removing Discs

    Do not touch the laser lens or any portion of its surrounding casing as this could cause misalignment. Prevent foreign objects from entering the drive. Check the surface of the disc tray, especially the area behind the front edge of the disc tray, to make sure there are no such objects before closing the drive.
  • Page 111 2. The CD/DVD extends slightly over the sides of the disc tray so you can grasp it. Gently lift out the CD/DVD. 3. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place. How to remove CD/DVD when the disc tray will not open Pressing the eject button will not open the disc tray when the computer power is off.

  • Page 112: Writing Cds On Dvd-Rom&Cd-R/Rw Drive

    RICOH Co., Ltd. Ultra-Speed CD-RW: MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION TOSHIBA has confirmed the operation of CD-R and CD-RW media of the manufacturers above. Operation of other media cannot be guaranteed. The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW media is affected by the quality of the disc and the way it is used.

  • Page 113: When Writing Or Rewriting

    Do not run software such as a screen saver which can put a heavy load on the CPU. Operate the computer at full power. Do not use power-saving features. Do not write while virus check software is running. Wait for it to finish, then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background.

  • Page 114: Writing Cd/Dvds On Dvd Super Multi Drive

    Multi drive may not function properly, and you may fail to write or rewrite, lose data or incur other damage. Disclaimer TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following: Damage to any CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/+R/+R DL/+RW/-RAM disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product.

  • Page 115: Before Writing Or Rewriting

    Based on TOSHIBA’s limited compatibility testing, we suggest the following manufacturers of CD-R/RW and DVD-R/-R DL/+R/+R DL/-RW/+RW/-RAM disc. However, in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation, quality or performance of any disc. Disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates. CD-R: TAIYO YUDEN CO., LTD.
  • Page 116 DVD+RW: MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co., Ltd. DVD-RAM: DVD Specifications for DVD-RAM Disc for Version 2.0, Version 2.1 or Version 2.2 Hitachi Maxell Ltd. This drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 8 speed (DVD-R, DVD+R), 4 speed (DVD-RW, DVD+RW), 5 speed (DVD-RAM), 2.4 speed (DVD+R DL, Double Layer supported model only), 2 speed (DVD-R DL, Dual Layer supported model only).
  • Page 117 Write from the computer’s hard disk drive to the CD/DVD. Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device. Writing with software other than RecordNow! and DLA for TOSHIBA are not recommended. When writing or rewriting Please observe/consider the following when you write or rewrite to a CD-R/RW, DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/-RAM or DVD+R/+R DL/+RW disc.
  • Page 118 The original data will be lost if there is a write error. Discs created in DVD-R DL format4 (Layer Jump Recording) cannot be read. RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA Note the following limitations when you use RecordNow!: DVD-Video cannot be created using RecordNow!.

  • Page 119: Data Verification

    3. Mark the Verify data written to the disc after burning check box in the Data Options. 4. Click the OK button. DLA for TOSHIBA Note the following limitations when you use DLA: This software supports only rewritable discs (DVD+RW, DVD-RW, and CD-RW).

  • Page 120: Media Care

    Media care This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD/DVDs and floppy disks. Handle your media with care. The following simple precautions will increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on them: CD/DVDs 1.

  • Page 121: Sound System

    For more instructions for this software, click start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to Utilities and click TOSHIBA Mic Effect Help. User’s Manual 4-33...

  • Page 122: Modem

    Check the specified areas carefully before using it. To select a region, follow the steps below. 1. Click start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to Networking and click Modem Region Select. Do not use the Country/Region Select function in the Modem setup utility in the Control Panel if the function is available.

  • Page 123: Properties Menu

    Properties menu Click the icon with the secondary mouse button to display properties menu on the screen. Setting You can enable or disable the following settings: AutoRun Mode The Region Select utility starts automatically when you start up the operating system. Open the Dialing Properties dialog box after selecting region.
  • Page 124 Connecting To connect the modular cable(optional), follow the steps below. The modular cable that comes with the computer must be used to connect the modem. Connect the end of the modular cable with the core to the computer. Connection to any communication line other than an analog phone line could cause a PC system failure.

  • Page 125: Wireless Communications

    If you use a storage device such as an optical drive or hard disk drive connected to a 16-bit PC card, you might experience the following modem problems: Modem speed is slow or communication is interrupted. Skips may occur in sound. Disconnecting To disconnect the internal modular cable, follow the steps below.

  • Page 126: Worldwide Operation

    TOSHIBA is not liable for the loss of data due to eavesdropping or illegal access through the wireless LAN and the damage thereof. Bluetooth wireless technology Bluetooth ®...

  • Page 127: Radio Links

    Please refer also to the electronic information which is included with each software. This Bluetooth specification. TOSHIBA cannot confirm compatibility between any PC products and/or other electronic devices that use Bluetooth TOSHIBA mobile computers. Release Notes related to the Bluetooth by TOSHIBA 1.

  • Page 128: Wireless Communication Switch

    Wireless communication switch You can enable or disable Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions, with the on/off switch. No transmissions are sent or received when the switch is off. Slide the switch to the right to turn it on and to the left to turn it off. Do not use the Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi a microwave oven or in areas subject to radio interference or magnetic fields.

  • Page 129: Lan

    The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX) and Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T). This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN. Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake-up on LAN is enabled.

  • Page 130: Disconnecting Lan Cable

    1. Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer. 2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place. 3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector. Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub.

  • Page 131: Cleaning The Computer

    Before moving the computer, it is recommended that you change the function of the TOSHIBA HDD Protection. Refer to the section, the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Make sure all disk activity has ended before moving the computer.

  • Page 132: Using The Hard Disk Drive (Hdd) Protection

    This function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive will not be damaged. The secondary hard disk drive is not supported by the TOSHIBA HDD protection function. When vibration is detected, the following message is displayed, and the icon in the notification area of the taskbar is changed to the protection state.

  • Page 133: Toshiba Hdd Protection Properties

    You can change the TOSHIBA HDD Protection settings by using the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window. To open the window, click start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to Utilities and click HDD Protection Setting. The window can also be started from the icon on the Taskbar or from the Control Panel.

  • Page 134: Heat Dispersal

    Details To open the Details window, click the Setup Detail button in the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window. Detection Level Amplification When the AC adaptor is disconnected or the lid is closed, HDD Detection assumes that the computer will be carried and sets the detection level to the maximum for 10 seconds.

  • Page 135: Chapter 5 The Keyboard

    The Keyboard The computer’s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 101/102-key enhanced keyboard. By pressing some keys in combination, all the 101/102-key keyboard functions can be executed on the computer. The number of keys on your keyboard depends on which country/region’s keyboard layout your computer is configured with.

  • Page 136: Function Keys: F1

    Soft keys: Fn key combinations The Fn (function) is unique to TOSHIBA computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys. Soft keys are key combinations that enable, disable or configure specific features.

  • Page 137: Hot Keys

    Press Fn + F10 or Fn + F11 to access the integrated keypad. When activated, the keys with gray markings on the bottom edge become numeric keypad keys (Fn + F11) or cursor control keys (Fn + F10). Refer to Keypad overlay operate these keys.
  • Page 138 F2 again to toggle between the settings. Release both Fn and F2 to put the new setting into effect. You can also change this setting through the Profile options in TOSHIBA Power Saver. Standby: When you press Fn + F3, the computer enters the Standby Mode.
  • Page 139 You can also change this setting through the Screen brightness item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver. The brightness level is always set at the maximum value for about 18 seconds, when the internal LCD screen turns on.

  • Page 140: Fn Sticky Key

    Fn key. Fn Sticky key You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the Fn key sticky, that is, you can press it once, release it, and then press an “F number” key. To start the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility, click start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to Utilities and click Accessibility.

  • Page 141: Windows Special Keys

    Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows: Windows logo key activates the start menu and the other, the application key, has the same function as the secondary mouse button. This key activates the Windows start menu. This key has the same function as the secondary mouse button.

  • Page 142: Numeric Mode

    Numeric mode To turn on the Numeric mode, press Fn + F11. The Numeric mode indicator lights. Now try numeric data entry using the keys. Press Fn + F11 again to turn off the overlay. Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on) While using the overlay, you can temporarily access the normal keyboard without turning off the overlay: 1.

  • Page 143: Generating Ascii Characters

    Temporarily changing modes If the computer is in Numeric mode, you can switch temporarily to Arrow mode by pressing a shift key. If the computer is in Arrow mode, you can switch temporarily to Numeric mode by pressing a shift key. Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation.
  • Page 144 The Keyboard 5-10 User’s Manual...

  • Page 145: Chapter 6 Power And Power-Up Modes

    Power and Power-Up Modes The computer’s power resources include the AC adaptor, battery pack and internal batteries. This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and changing batteries, tips for saving battery power, and power up modes. Power conditions The computer’s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by the power conditions: whether an AC adaptor is connected, whether a...
  • Page 146 AC adaptor 2nd battery fully connected charged 2nd battery partially charged or no charge No 2nd battery installed AC adaptor Main battery charge is above connected low battery trigger point Main battery charge is below low battery trigger point Main battery charge is exhausted No main battery...
  • Page 147 When the main battery is not charging. For the computer to shut down in hibernation mode, the hibernation feature must be enabled in two places in TOSHIBA Power Saver: the Hibernate window and the Battery Alarm item of the Alarm window. If a main battery and a Slice Expansion battery are installed, the computer does not shut down until the charge in both batteries is exhausted.

  • Page 148: Power Indicators

    Power indicators As shown in the above table, the Battery, 2nd battery, DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer’s operating capability and battery charge status. Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the main battery and the 2nd battery indicator to determine the status of the Slice Expansion battery.

  • Page 149: Battery Types

    Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. 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.
  • Page 150 Chapter 8, The computer’s RTC battery is a Ni-MH battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative. The battery can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.

  • Page 151: Care And Use Of The Battery Pack

    Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children. It can cause injury. Use only battery packs recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius. Otherwise, the electrolyte solution might leak, battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened.

  • Page 152: Charging The Batteries

    The Battery indicator glows orange when the battery is being charged. Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or the optional TOSHIBA Battery charger to charge the battery pack. Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger.

  • Page 153: Battery Charging Notice

    Therefore, an often used, older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged. In this case, TOSHIBA Power Saver will indicate a 100% charge for both the old and new battery, but the displayed estimated time remaining will be shorter for the older battery.

  • Page 154: Maximizing Battery Operating Time

    How you configure the computer (for example, whether you enable battery-power saving options). The computer provides a battery save mode, which can be set in TOSHIBA Power Saver, to conserve battery power. This mode has the following options: CPU Processing speed...

  • Page 155: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack: At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps below. 1.
  • Page 156 Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode. Data is stored in RAM, so if the computer loses power it will be lost. In Hibernation Mode, data will be lost if you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed.

  • Page 157: Toshiba Password Utility

    TOSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two levels of password security: User and Supervisor. Passwords set in the TOSHIBA Password Utility are different from the Windows password. User Password To start the utility, point to or click the following items: start ->...
  • Page 158 If you forget your HDD User Password, TOSHIBA will NOT be able to assist you, and your HDD will be rendered COMPLETELY and PERMANENTLY INOPERABLE. TOSHIBA will NOT be held...

  • Page 159: Supervisor Password

    If an unformatted card or one with an incompatible format is inserted, you will be prompted to format it with a tool named TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format. To start the format tool, point to or click the following items: start ->...

  • Page 160: Starting The Computer By Password

    Starting the computer by password If you have already registered a password, there are three ways to start the computer: Insert an SD card token before you turn on the computer. The computer will start normally, without displaying a password prompt. Swipe your fingerprint on the sensor if you have already registered the fingerprint with the Fingerprint utility and enabled Fingerprint System Boot Authentication.

  • Page 161: Tablet Mode

    The beep sounds when tapping the on-screen keyboard with the Tablet PC Pen. An * (asterisk) is displayed after “Password =” and one character is input for every tapping. Register your password to the computer in the laptop mode using the standard keyboard. Refer to the detail.

  • Page 162: Panel Power On/Off

    Panel power on/off You can set up your computer so that power turns off automatically when you close the display panel. When you open the panel, power will be turned on in Standby Mode or Hibernation Mode but not in boot mode. If the panel power off function is enabled and you manually shut down Windows, do not close the computer’s LCD display panel until the shut down process has been completed.

  • Page 163: Chapter 7 Hw Setup & Bios Setup

    HW Setup & BIOS Setup This chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer, and provides information on setting up the Execute-Disable Bit Capability and TPM. Accessing HW Setup To run HW Setup, click start, click Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware and select TOSHIBA HWSetup.

  • Page 164: Power On Display

    General This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons: Default and About. Default About Setup This field displays BIOS Version and date. Display This tab lets you customize your computer’s display settings for either the internal LCD screen or an external monitor. Power On Display Lets you select the display to be used when the computer is booted (This setting is only available on Standard VGA mode and is not available on...

  • Page 165: Boot Priority

    Boot Priority Boot Priority Options This option sets the priority for booting the computer. Select from the following settings: HDD −> FDD −> CD-ROM −> LAN FDD −> HDD −> CD-ROM −> LAN HDD −> CD-ROM −> LAN −> FDD FDD −>...
  • Page 166 To change the boot drive, follow the steps below. 1. Hold down F12 and boot the computer. 2. The following menu will be displayed with the following icons: Built-in HDD, CD-ROM, FDD (or SD memory card), Network (LAN), USB Memory boot. A bar will appear only under the selected device.
  • Page 167 HDD Priority Options If more than one HDD is installed in the computer, this option lets you set the priority for HDD detection. If the first detected HDD has a boot command, the system will boot from the HDD. Built-in HDD -> USB (Default) USB ->...
  • Page 168 This function lets you set the CPU operating mode. This option is displayed only for models with an Intel processor and Intel Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode This option lets you choose from the following settings: Dynamically Switchable Always High Always Low Wake-up on LAN This feature lets the computer’s power be turned on when it receives a wake-up signal from the LAN.

  • Page 169: Device Config

    Device Config Device Configuration This option lets you set the device configuration. All Devices Setup by OS USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation Use this option to enable or disable USB keyboard/mouse legacy emulation. If your operating system does not support USB, you can still use a USB mouse and keyboard by setting the USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation item to Enabled.

  • Page 170: Bios Setup Program

    Notes before using the BIOS Setup In most cases, changes to the system’s configuration should be made within Windows by using applications such as TOSHIBA HW Setup, TOSHIBA Password Utility, TOSHIBA Power Saver, Windows Device Manager and so forth. If you make changes to the configuration through the BIOS setup program, please be aware that the configuration set through the Windows applications will take priority.

  • Page 171: Virtualization Technology

    Ending the BIOS Setup Program Halfway The configuration settings can be terminated halfway without saving any of the changes made. 1. Press the Esc key. The “Exit without saving? (Y/N)” message is displayed. 2. Press the Y key. The BIOS setup program will end. Core Multi - Processing The Core Multi-Processing sets the CPU operating mode.

  • Page 172: Security Controller

    Windows XP. Available Not Available System configuration changes, other than changes to this setting, should be made within Windows by using applications such as TOSHIBA HW Setup, TOSHIBA Password Utility, TOSHIBA Power Saver, Windows Device Manager and so forth. Security controller The security controller settings are available in SYSTEM SETUP (2/2).

  • Page 173: Diagnostic Mode

    System configuration changes other than changes to this setting should be made in Windows using TOSHIBA HW Setup, TOSHIBA Password Utility, TOSHIBA Power Saver, Device Manager, etc. When using TPM, please install the Infineon TPM Installation Guide from the TOSHIBA Application Installer.
  • Page 174 HW Setup & BIOS Setup 7-12 User’s Manual...

  • Page 175: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for durability. However, should problems occur, following the procedures in this chapter can help to determine the cause. All readers should become familiar with this chapter. Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring.

  • Page 176: Preliminary Checklist

    Preliminary checklist Consider the simplest solution first. The items in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem. Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer.

  • Page 177: Hardware And System Checklist

    Hardware Before using a peripheral device or application software that is not an authorized Toshiba part or product, make sure the device or software can be used with your PC. Use of incompatible devices may cause injury or may damage your PC.

  • Page 178: Self Test

    This message remains on the screen for a few seconds. If the self test is successful, the computer tries to load the operating system, depending on how the Boot Priority is set in the TOSHIBA HW Setup program. If any of the following conditions are present, the self test failed: The computer stops and does not proceed to display information or messages except the TOSHIBA logo.

  • Page 179: Ac Power

    Computer shuts down and its DC IN indicator is flashing green AC power If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connected, check the DC IN indicator. Refer to Chapter 6, for more information. Problem AC adaptor doesn’t power the computer (DC IN indicator does not glow green)
  • Page 180 If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, the battery might not charge to its full potential. Fully discharge the battery, then try to charge it again. Check the power consumption settings in TOSHIBA Power Saver. Consider using a power saving mode. User’s Manual...

  • Page 181: Real Time Clock

    4. Press End key. Confirmation message will appear. 5. Press Y key. BIOS setup will terminate and the computer will be rebooted. Procedure Refer to the TOSHIBA Password Utility Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Keyboard. Procedure Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not selected.

  • Page 182: Internal Lcd Display Panel

    Internal LCD display panel Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer’s setup. Refer to Chapter 7, HW Setup & BIOS Problem No display Markings appear on the LCD screen. Problems above remain unresolved or other problems occur Hard disk drive Problem Computer does not boot from hard disk...
  • Page 183 DVD-ROM drive For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Problem You cannot access a CD/DVD in the drive Some CD/DVDs run correctly, but others do not User’s Manual Operating Basics. Procedure Make sure the drive’s disc tray is securely closed. Press gently until it clicks into place. Check whether the drive power is on.
  • Page 184 DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Problem You cannot access a CD/DVD in the drive Some CD/DVDs run correctly, but others do 8-10 Operating Procedure Make sure the drive’s disc tray is securely closed. Press gently until it clicks into place. Check whether the drive power is on.

  • Page 185: Dvd Super Multi Drive

    User’s Manual Procedure If you have trouble writing, make sure you are observing the following precautions: Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA. Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing. Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording.

  • Page 186: Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    Some CD/DVDs run correctly, but others do USB floppy disk drive For more information, refer to Chapter 3, Problem Drive does not operate There may be a faulty cable connection. Check Some programs run correctly but others do You cannot access the external 3 1/2"...
  • Page 187 PC card Refer also to Chapter 3, Problem PC card error occurs SD card Refer also to Chapter 3, Problem SD card error occurs You cannot write to an SD memory card You cannot read a file Memory Stick/Memory Stick Pro Refer also to Chapter 3, Problem Memory Stick/Memory...

  • Page 188: Pointing Device

    xD picture card Refer also to Chapter 3, Problem xD picture card error occurs You cannot read a file MultiMediaCard Refer also to Chapter 3, Problem MultiMediaCard error occurs You cannot write to an MultiMediaCard You cannot read a file Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse, also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation.
  • Page 189 Problem Double-tapping does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow The reaction of Touch pad is either too sensitive or not sensitive enough. User’s Manual Procedure Try changing the double-click speed setting in the mouse control utility. 1.

  • Page 190: Usb Mouse

    USB mouse Problem On-screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation Double-clicking does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow The mouse pointer moves erratically Fingerprint Sensor Problem Reading of the fingerprint was not successful. The fingerprint cannot be read due to injuries to the finger.

  • Page 191: Usb Device

    USB device Refer also to your USB device’s documentation. Problem USB device does not work Memory expansion Refer also to Chapter 3, installing memory modules. Problem If there is a memory malfunction, the power LED flashes (on for 0.5 seconds, off for 0.5 seconds) in the following ways;If there is only an error in Slot...
  • Page 192 Sound system Refer also to documentation for your audio devices. Problem No sound is heard Annoying sound is heard External monitor Refer also to Chapter 3, monitor’s documentation. Problem Monitor does not turn No display Display error occurs 8-18 Procedure Adjust the volume control dial.

  • Page 193: Tv Output Signal

    TV output signal Problem Display on TV is poor No display If you turn the computer off into Standby Mode while the display is on TV, the computer will select either the internal LCD or an external computer CRT as the display device the next time is switched on. i.LINK (IEEE1394) device Problem i.LINK device does not...
  • Page 194 Problem You can hear a dial tone but can’t make a call You place a call, but a connection can’t be made After making a call you can’t hear a ring Communication is cut off unexpectedly A CONNECT display is quickly replaced by NO CARRIER Character display...

  • Page 195: Wireless Lan

    Problem Cannot access LAN Wake-up on LAN does not work Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not restore LAN access, consult your LAN administrator. For more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Problem Cannot access Wireless LAN Bluetooth For more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating...

  • Page 196: Disposing Of Pc And Pc Batteries

    Disposing of PC and PC batteries Discard this PC in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. For further information, contact your local government. This PC contains rechargeable batteries. After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them.

  • Page 197: Toshiba Support

    TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional technical assistance. Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first.
  • Page 198 Troubleshooting 8-24 User’s Manual...

  • Page 199: Specifications

    Specifications This appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Size Refer to User’s Manual about Weight. Environmental Requirements Conditions Operating Non-operating Thermal Gradient Wet-bulb temperature Conditions Operating Non-operating User’s Manual Appendix A 348 (w) × 260 (d) × 39.9 (h) millimeters (not including parts that extend beyond the main body) Ambient temperature 5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F)

  • Page 200: Power Requirements

    Power Requirements AC adaptor Computer Built-in Modem Network control unit (NCU) Type of NCU Type of line Type of dialing Control command Monitor function Communication specifications Communication system Communication protocol Communication speed 100-240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz (cycles per second) 15 VDC 5.0 amperes Telephone line (analog only)
  • Page 201 Network control unit (NCU) Transmitting level Receiving level Input/output impedance Error correcting Data compression Power supply User’s Manual -10 dBm -10 to -40 dBm 600 ohms ±30% MNP class 4 and ITU-T V.42 MNP class 5 and ITU-T V.42bis +3.3V (supplied by computer)
  • Page 202 Specifications User’s Manual...

  • Page 203: Display Controller And Modes

    Display Controller and Modes Display controller The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular parts on the screen on or off. Because of the LCD’s increased resolution, lines may appear broken in DOS mode. The display controller also controls the video mode, which uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum number of colors that can be displayed on screen.

  • Page 204: Powermizer

    PowerMizer The PowerMizer function is only available in nVIDIA models. PowerMizer is a graphics processor installed on this computer. The performance of PowerMizer can be configured in three ways. To define the performance, select the menu options shown below: Display Property -> Settings -> Advanced -> Quadro NVS 110M tab -> Quadro NVS 110M button ->...

  • Page 205: Appendix C Wireless Lan

    Wireless LAN Card Specifications Form Factor Compatibility Network Operating System Media Access Protocol Data Rate User’s Manual Appendix C PCI Express Mini Card IEEE 802.11 Standard for Wireless LANS Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance. The ‘Wi-Fi CERTIFIED’ logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

  • Page 206: Radio Characteristics

    Radio Characteristics Radio Characteristics of Wireless LAN Cards may vary according to: Country/region where the product was purchased Type of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations. Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been designed for operation in the license-free 2.4GHz and 5GHz band, local radio regulations may impose a number of limitations to the use of wireless communication equipment.

  • Page 207: Supported Frequency Sub-Bands

    Subject to the radio regulations that apply in the countries/regions, your Wireless LAN card may support a different set of 5 GHz/2.4 GHz channels. Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for information about the radio regulations that apply in the countries/regions.
  • Page 208 Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (Revision A) Frequency Range Channel ID 5150-5850 MHz 5180 5200 5220 5240 5260 5280 5300 5320 5500 5520 5540 5560 5580 5600 5620 5640 5660 5680 5700 5745 5765 5785 5805 5825 User’s Manual...

  • Page 209: Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability

    Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any ® product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: Bluetooth Specification Ver2.0+EDR, as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group.
  • Page 210 Bluetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA portable computers. Always use Bluetooth wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe...

  • Page 211: Bluetooth Wireless Technology And Your Health

    Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
  • Page 212 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA.
  • Page 213 FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the ® Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. The antenna(s) used in this device are located at the upper edge of the LCD screen, and this device has been tested as portable device as defined in Section 2.1093 of FCC rules when the LCD screen is rotated 180 degree...
  • Page 214 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability User’s Manual...

  • Page 215: Ac Power Cord And Connectors

    AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country/region in which it is used. All cords must meet the following specifications: Length: Wire size:...
  • Page 216 AC Power Cord and Connectors In Europe, two conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F or H03VVH2-F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VV-F. For the United States and Canada, two pin plug configuration must be a 2-15P (250V) or 1-15P (125V) and three pin plug configuration must be 6-15P (250V) or 5-15P (125V) as designated in the U.S.
  • Page 217 BIOS and Hard Disk Drive to gain access to the system. To set permissions and limits for the TOSHIBA Anti-theft Protection Timer please use the TOSHIBA Password Utility. The settings can only be activated or modified by a user with supervisor authority.
  • Page 218 TOSHIBA Anti-theft Protection Timer User’s Manual...

  • Page 219: Appendix G Legal Footnotes

    Legal Footnotes This chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. In the text in this manual, *XX is used to show which Legal Footnotes description is related to TOSHIBA computers. Description(s) related to this computer are marked with a blue *XX in this manual.
  • Page 220 86°F) or >25°C (77°F) at high altitude (all temperature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model - please refer to your PC documentation or visit the Toshiba website at www.pcsupport.toshiba.com for details). CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design configuration.
  • Page 221 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity 1 Gigabyte (GB) means 10 computer operating system, however, reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB = 2 therefore shows less storage capacity. Available storage capacity will also be less if the product includes one or more pre-installed operating systems, such as Microsoft Windows and/or pre-installed software applications, or media content.
  • Page 222 Legal Footnotes User’s Manual...

  • Page 223: Appendix H If Your Computer Is Stolen

    What is your address, phone, and fax number? To register the theft on paper, please follow these procedures: Fill in the TOSHIBA Theft Registration form (or a copy of it) below. Attach a copy of your receipt showing where your computer was purchased.

  • Page 224: Toshiba Theft Registration

    TOSHIBA Theft Registration Send to: Fax number: +49 (0) 941 7807 921 Country stolen: Machine type: (e.g. Satellite A50) Model number: (e.g. PSA50 YXT) Serial number: (e.g. 12345678G) Date stolen: Owner’s details Last name, first name: Company: Street: Postal Code/City:...

  • Page 225: Glossary

    Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. Abbreviations AC: alternating current AGP: accelerated graphics port ANSI: American National Standards Institute APM: advanced power manager ASCII: American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS: basic input output system CD-ROM: Compact Disc-Read Only Memory CD-RW: Compact Disc-ReWritable...
  • Page 226 IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode LSI: large scale integration MB: megabyte MS-DOS: Microsoft Disk Operating System OCR: optical character recognition (reader) PCB: printed circuit board PCI: peripheral component interconnect RAM: random access memory RGB: red, green, and blue ROM: read only memory RTC: real time clock...
  • Page 227 analog signal: A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to (are an analog of) the value to be transmitted. Voice communications are analog signals. ANSI: American National Standards Institute. An organization established to adopt and define standards for a variety of technical disciplines. For example, ANSI defined the ASCII standard and other information processing requirements.
  • Page 228 buffer: The portion of the computer’s memory where data is temporarily stored. Buffers often compensate for differences in the rate of flow from one device to another. bus: An interface for transmission of signals, data or electric power. byte: The representation of a single character. A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit;...
  • Page 229 communications: The means by which a computer transmits and receives data to and from another computer or device. See parallel interface; serial interface. compatibility: 1) The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another computer without modifying the data or the media upon which it is being transferred.
  • Page 230 default: The parameter value automatically selected by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions. Also called a preset value. delete: To remove data from a disk or other data storage device. Synonymous with erase. device driver: A program that controls communication between a specific peripheral device and the computer.
  • Page 231 (FDD): An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy disks. Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hot keys. folder: An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders. format: The process of readying a blank disk for its first use. Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the disk.
  • Page 232 Fn, can be used to set system parameters, such as speaker volume. HW Setup: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various hardware components. icon: A small graphic image displayed on the screen or in the indicator panel.
  • Page 233 interface: 1) Hardware and/or software components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another. 2) To physically connect one system or device to another to exchange information. 3) The point of contact between user, the computer, and the program, for example, the keyboard or a menu.
  • Page 234 LSI: Large Scale Integration. 1) A technology that allows the inclusion of up to 100,000 simple logic gates on a single chip. 2) An integrated circuit that uses large scale integration. main board: See motherboard. megabyte (MB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes. See also kilobyte.
  • Page 235 The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers. Power Saver: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various power-saving functions. User’s Manual...
  • Page 236 A Class A device is sufficient for office use. Class B provides a more stringent classification for home equipment use. TOSHIBA portable computers comply with Class B computing device regulations. Random Access Memory (RAM): High speed memory within the computer circuitry that can be read or written to.
  • Page 237 TFT display: A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology with thin film transistor (TFT) to drive each cell. Touch Pad: A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest. TTL: Transistor-transistor logic. A logic circuit design that uses switching transistors for gates and storage.
  • Page 238 warm start: Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off. window: A portion of the screen that can display its own application, document or dialog box. Often used to mean a Microsoft Windows window. Wireless LAN: Local Area Network (LAN) through wireless communication.
  • Page 239 3-5 brightness decrease, 5-5 brightness increase, 5-5 controller, B-1 hinge, 2-8 opening, 1-8 screen, 2-9 DLA for TOSHIBA, 3-10, 4-31 Docking port, 2-7 Documentation list, 1-2 DVD Super Multi drive problems, 8-11 using, 4-20 writing, 4-26 DVD-ROM drive...
  • Page 240 Fn + Ctrl (enhanced keyboard simulation), 5-3 Fn + Enter, 5-3 Fn + Esc (sound mute), 5-3 Fn + F1 (instant security), 5-4 Fn + F10 (Arrow mode), 5-3 Fn + F11 (Numeric mode), 5-3 Fn + F12 (ScrLock), 5-3 Fn + F2 (power save mode), 5-4 Fn + F3 (standby), 5-4 Fn + F4 (hibernation), 5-4...
  • Page 241 LAN, 3-5, 4-41 cable types, 4-41 connecting, 4-41 disconnecting, 4-42 jack, 2-6 LAN active indicator, 2-6 Link indicator, 2-6 problems, 8-21 Media care, 3-14, 4-32 Card care, 3-14 CD/DVDs, 4-32 floppy disks, 4-32 Memory card care, 3-14 Memory, 3-2 expansion, 3-21, 3-37 installing, 3-22 problems, 8-17 Memory Stick/Memory Stick Pro,...
  • Page 242 TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator, 3-35, 3-37 TOSHIBA HDD Protection, 3-7 TOSHIBA Mic Effect, 3-10 TOSHIBA Mobile Extension, 3-9 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool, 3-9 TOSHIBA Power Saver, 3-7 TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility, TOSHIBA Theft Registration, H-2 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility, 3-9...
  • Page 243 xD picture card, 3-18 inserting, 3-19 removing, 3-19 User’s Manual Index-5...
  • Page 244 Index Index-6 User’s Manual...

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