Page 1 ® Tecra User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see page 176 in this guide.
Page 2 TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA,...
Page 3 Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port (Port availability depends on model selected).
Page 4: Industry Canada Requirement
Contact either: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. ❖ Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Page 5: Telephone Company Procedures
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273.
Page 6 Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.
Page 7: Wireless Interoperability
Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card 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), as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
Page 8: Regulatory Information
The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Page 9 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.
Page 10 Modem Warning Notice Conformity Statement The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR-21”] for pan- European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.
Page 11: Device Authorization
2. If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment.
Page 12: Radio Approvals For Wireless Devices
JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT Approval Number: D01-1128JP TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. ❖ 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only.
Page 13 802.11b (2.4 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than Belgique: 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m.
Page 14 Nederland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow. Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure. 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada Europe - Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries...
Page 15 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.
Page 16 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.
Page 17: Wireless Lan Card
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.
Page 18: Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
Always use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for...
Page 19: Bluetooth Wireless Technology And Your Health
Approved Countries/Regions for use (Bluetooth technology) ® Bluetooth Card from Toshiba equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. Australia Bulgaria...
Page 20: Regulatory Statements
The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the 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.
Page 21 2. If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment.
Page 22 CD-RW drive, Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required.
Page 23 Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
Page 24 EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL.
Page 25 Sony Corporation. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Page 26: Table Of Contents
Keeping yourself comfortable ...39 Precautions...39 Important information on your computer’s Setting up your computer ...41 Setting up your software...41 Registering your computer with Toshiba ...42 Adding optional external devices...42 Connecting to a power source ...43 Charging the main battery...45 cooling fan ...40...
Page 27 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options ...58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media ...62 Installing drivers and applications...63 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device ...63 Using the TouchPad™...64 Scrolling with the TouchPad™ ...64 Control buttons ...65 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ ...65 Using external display devices ...65...
Page 28 Playing optical media ...95 Creating a CD/DVD...96 Removing a disc with the computer on...96 Removing a disc with the computer off ...97 Caring for CD or DVD discs ...97 Toshiba’s online resources ...97 keyboard ...83 ® keys ...84 Search field ...88 ®...
Page 29 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing... 98 Toshiba’s energy-saver design...98 Running the computer on battery power ...99 Battery Notice ...99 Power management ...100 Using additional batteries ...101 Charging batteries...101 Charging the main battery...101 Charging the RTC battery...102 Monitoring main battery power...103 Determining remaining battery power...104 What to do when the main battery runs low ...105...
Page 30 Using Slim SelectBay Removing a module from the Slim Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay Using the i.LINK Using an expansion device...136 Using an Optional Advanced Port Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities...137 TOSHIBA Assist ...138 Connect...139 Secure...140 Protect & Fix ...141 Optimize...142 from the Internet...125...
Page 31 Deleting a user password...147 TOSHIBA Security Assist ...148 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility...150 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility ...151 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ...152 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility...153 Booting from a bootable SD card...154 Mouse Utility...154 Toshiba Hardware Setup...155 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility...157...
Page 32 Wireless networking problems...195 DVD operating problems...198 Develop good computing habits ...199 Data and system configuration backup in If you need further assistance...204 Before you contact Toshiba ...204 Contacting Toshiba ...205 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites...205 Toshiba’s worldwide offices...206 ® operating system is not working ..180 ®...
Page 33 Appendix A: Hot Keys... 208 Hot Key Cards ...208 Using the Hot Key Cards ...209 Application Cards...210 Using the Application Cards...210 Card Case...211 Hot Key functions ...212 Volume Mute ...212 Password security ...213 Power plan...214 Sleep mode ...215 Hibernation mode ...216 Display modes ...217 Display brightness ...218 Disabling or enabling wireless devices...219...
Page 34: Introduction
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go. NOTE This notebook is compatible with European Union Directive 2002/ 95/EC, Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS), which restricts use of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE.
Page 35: This Guide
Toshiba’ s Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are all subject to change without notice.
Page 36: Safety Icons
Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Page 37: Other Documentation
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 pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see Goes Wrong” on page Introduction Other documentation 176.
Page 38: Chapter 1: Getting Started
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations.
Page 39: Keeping Yourself Comfortable
Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day.
Page 40: Important Information On Your Computer's Cooling Fan
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk/disc or flash media may damage the disk/disc or flash media, the drive, or both.
Page 41: Setting Up Your Computer
Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to and including external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use it.
Page 42: Registering Your Computer With Toshiba
If you decide not to register at that time, you can either double-click the Toshiba Registration icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba limited Warranty.
Page 43: Connecting To A Power Source
TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury.
Page 44 Getting Started Connecting to a power source To connect AC power to the computer: Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor 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.
Page 45: Charging The Main Battery
The computer’s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery’s current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖...
Page 46: Using The Computer For The First Time
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. Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to the right.
Page 47: Your Computer's Features And Specifications
Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high- precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.
Page 48: Adding Memory (Optional)
You may want to increase the computer’s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See “Setting up your software” on page...
Page 49: Installing A Memory Module
Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in the memory module slots on the base of the computer. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may be hot.
Page 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Click Shut Down. The operating system turns off the computer. Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see on page Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover.
Page 51 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later. Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer.
Page 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot’s socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket Once the module’s connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the module to seat the module into the latches at the sides of the socket.
Page 53 Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see Turn the computer right side up. Reconnect the cables.
Page 54: Removing A Memory Module
Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module: Complete steps page 49 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. You can damage the computer and the memory module.
Page 55: Checking Total Memory
Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of the slot. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see Turn the computer right side up.
Page 56: Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities NOTE From time to time, Windows “Windows feature to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer without your permission. If you were trying to perform the action, click Continue; otherwise, click Cancel. If unsure, cancel and try again.
Page 57 The system will prompt you to insert the appropriate number of blank CDs or DVDs to copy the Hard Drive Recovery Utilities. If your optical disc drive is not writable, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system.
Page 58: Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options
HDD: Make sure the computer is turned off. Press and hold the powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen (zero) key on your keyboard while...
Page 59 Be sure to save your work to external media first. On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next. The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears.
Page 60 The Recovery Wizard allows you to delete all data and partitions from the hard disk. To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk: On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, then click Next. The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖...
Page 61 To recover only your C: drive: On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next. Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions.
Page 62: Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using The Recovery Media
When the initial screen displays, press F12. The boot menu appears. Using the arrow keys, select the CD/DVD option and press Enter. The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. Please refer to page 58, to explain the available recovery options.
Page 63: Installing Drivers And Applications
Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications:...
Page 64: Using The Touchpad
Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ To move the cursor, gently push the pointing device in the direction you want the cursor to move. Pushing harder on the pointing device moves the cursor faster. Primary button—Performs the same function as the left button on a mouse.
Page 65: Control Buttons
Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button.
Page 66: Directing The Display Output When You Turn On The Computer
Getting Started Using external display devices Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key ( Press While holding down...
Page 67: Adjusting The Quality Of The External Display
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. See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps. TECHNICAL NOTE: To use one of the simultaneous modes, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device.
Page 68: Setting Up A Printer
Getting Started Connecting a printer If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer may automatically recognize the printer; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation.
Page 69: Connecting An Optional External Diskette Drive
Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes. (Sample Illustration) Optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the computer’s USB ports.
Page 70: Options For Turning Off The Computer
Getting Started Turning off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one option available for turning off the computer: Shut Down, Hibernate, and Sleep. Each option has its advantages. ❖...
Page 71 ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it, including all open programs and files you were using. For information on how to use and configure Hibernation mode see “Using and configuring Hibernation mode” on page Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode.
Page 72: Using The Shut Down Command
Getting Started Turning off the computer Using the Shut Down command The Shut down command completely shuts down the computer without saving your work or the current state of the computer. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your computer.
Page 73 Click Change advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. Select the options you want from the drop-down lists. ❖...
Page 74: Using And Configuring Hibernation Mode
Getting Started Turning off the computer Restarting your computer To start the computer up again, press the power button until the on/ off light glows green. If you turn off the computer by closing the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn off the computer using the Hibernation command: Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in...
Page 75 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. Click Change advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure.
Page 76: Using And Configuring Sleep Mode
Getting Started Turning off the computer Once the computer is configured, you can place it into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the Hibernation options set. Starting again from Hibernation mode To start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press the power button until the on/off light glows green.
Page 77 Configuring Sleep mode options You can place the computer into Sleep mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel. You can also specify an amount of time after which the computer automatically goes into Sleep mode. To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them using the Power Options feature.
Page 78 Getting Started Turning off the computer Click Change advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure.
Page 79: Closing The Display Panel
Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Customizing your computer’s settings “Power Plans” on page 112. Getting Started 107. There are “Toshiba Utilities”...
Page 80: Using A Computer Lock
You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object.
Page 81: Chapter 2: Learning The Basics
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 disk. 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.
Page 82 Learning the Basics Computing tips ❖ Back up your files to disks (or other removable 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 hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.
Page 83: Using The Keyboard
Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖...
Page 84: Ctrl, Fn, And Alt Keys
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Press the numeric pad of the enhanced keyboard. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Ctrl , and program you are using. For more information, see your program documentation.
Page 85: Overlay Keys
Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric...
Page 86: Starting A Program
Learning the Basics Starting a program Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use the Start menu or Windows If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options.
Page 87: Starting A Program From Windows
Starting a program from Windows If a program is not listed in the All Programs menu, you can start it from Windows your computer’s contents as a hierarchy or “tree.” You can easily see the contents of each drive and folder on your computer. To use this method, you should know the file name and location of the program’s executable file (this file ends with .exe).
Page 88: Starting A Program Using The Start Search Field
Learning the Basics Saving your work Starting a program using the Start Search field This example uses the Start menu’s Start Search field to start WordPad: Click Start to display the Start menu. The Start Search field appears at the bottom of the Start menu. Start Search field...
Page 89 Saving files ® In your Windows Click Browse folders. If you are working with a document that already has a file name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box. Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name.
Page 90: Printing Your Work
Learning the Basics Printing your work Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft file name with an extension of “.doc” is assumed to be a Microsoft Word file.
Page 91: Backing Up Your Work
Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of pages and number of copies to print. Click Print. Backing up your work Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer. You can back up your files to different types of media such as CDs, DVDs, diskettes, or to a network, if available.
Page 92: Optical Drive Components
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive TECHNICAL NOTE: Your optical drive is set to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. If you play a DVD disc from another region, the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other region.
Page 93: Inserting A Compact Disc
Inserting a compact disc To insert a compact disc into the drive: Make sure the computer is turned on. The drive will not open if the computer’s power is off. Make sure the drive’s in-use indicator light is off. Press the drive’s eject button. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch).
Page 94: Playing An Audio Cd
If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place.
Page 95: Playing Optical Media
Stop button (Sample Image) Windows Media The Windows Media ordinary compact disc player: ❖ To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/Pause button. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Before putting on headphones to listen, turn the volume down. Do not set the volume too high when using headphones.
Page 96: Creating A Cd/Dvd
Due to manufacturing and quality variations in third party optical media (e.g., CD or DVD) or optical media players/recorders, in certain cases, your Toshiba optical drive may not record on certain optical media that bear the applicable logo, or play back optical media recorded by other computers or optical media recorders.
Page 97: Removing A Disc With The Computer Off
Toshiba’s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades.
Page 98: Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
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.
Page 99: Running The Computer On Battery Power
EasyGuard Optimize—to enable users to customize system settings to be more productive. *Toshiba EasyGuard some of which may or may not be available on a particular Toshiba notebook depending on the model selected. See easyguard.toshiba.com Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet.
Page 100: Power Management
Changes to these settings may result in system performance or stability issues. Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba’s Global Support Centre. “Maintaining your battery” on page 113 ®...
Page 101: Using Additional Batteries
Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Always use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
Page 102: Charging The Rtc Battery
Mobile Computing Charging batteries The battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold. To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to 26 degrees Celsius).
Page 103: Monitoring Main Battery Power
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. When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you to reset the real-time clock.
Page 104: Determining Remaining Battery Power
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( light ( When the on/off light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the Windows Power button SD light AC power light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power NOTE...
Page 105: What To Do When The Main Battery Runs Low
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.
Page 106: Conserving Battery Power
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. Click Change advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen Click Battery to display the battery options.
Page 107: Power Plans
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.
Page 108: Using A Hot Key To Set The Power Plan
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Click Change Plan Settings to choose the plan you want to edit. This screen allows you to change basic settings. Click Change Advanced Settings to access settings for battery notification levels, hard drive power save time, etc. You can click on the plus signs to expand each item and to see what settings are available for each item.
Page 109: Changing The Main Battery
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 main battery. Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in contact with another conductive object.
Page 110 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position. (Sample Illustration) Unlocking the battery release lock Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery...
Page 111: Inserting A Charged Battery
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.
Page 112: Taking Care Of Your Battery
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Slide the battery release lock to the locked position. (Sample Illustration) Locking the battery release lock Turn the computer right side up. Reconnect any cables that were removed in step 3 of “Removing the battery from the computer” on page Restart the computer.
Page 113: Maintaining Your Battery
If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries.
Page 114: Disposing Of Used Batteries
Please be kind to our shared environment. Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly. If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777.
Page 115: Traveling Tips
❖ Always travel with the computer in a carrying case. Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cords, and compact discs.
Page 116: Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer’s Features In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the ® Windows operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Page 117: Finding Your Way Around The Desktop
Finding your way around the desktop Your computer’s desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, Taskbar, Notification Area, and background pattern. Icons Start button (Sample Image) Windows Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon.
Page 118 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop NOTE If you place the cursor over an icon, a popup description of the file contents appears. Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration. See Windows information on each icon and how to use it. Start button You use the Start button to: ❖...
Page 119: Setting Up For Communications
Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: ❖ A modem (available on certain models) ❖ A telephone line ❖ A browser or communications program ❖...
Page 120: Connecting The Modem To A Telephone Line
Send a fax directly from your computer For more detailed information regarding your computer’s modem, visit Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a telephone line. Your computer’s built-in modem port provides an RJ-11 jack, allowing you to connect the modem to a standard voice-grade telephone line.
Page 121: Connecting Your Computer To A Network
Connect the other end to the RJ-11 wall jack. (Sample Illustration) Connecting to a wall jack NOTE Connect the built-in modem only to ordinary analog phone lines. Never connect the built-in modem to a digital line (ISDN). Never connect the built-in modem to the digital connector on a public telephone or to a digital private branch exchange (PBX).
Page 122 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Setting up the connection To set up an office connection, consult your network administrator for network settings and additional considerations. To set up a dial-up connection, use the Connect to the Internet Wizard: Click Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet, and then Connect to the Internet.
Page 123: An Overview Of Using The Internet
Using Wireless LAN connectivity NOTE Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited. Your system may come with an optional wireless LAN module. This is a technology that expands wireless communication beyond networking equipment, and can connect many different kinds of electronic devices without the need for cables.
Page 124: The World Wide Web
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet The World Wide Web The World Wide Web (or “Web”) is a subset of the Internet—a collection of interlinked documents (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP).
Page 125: Surfing The Internet
Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a home page, for example, your ISP’s home page on the Internet or your company’s Web site home page. To visit a desired Web site, type in the Web address. The Web address, or Uniform Resource Locator (URL), is a unique identifier for that computer system linked to the Internet.
Page 126: Exploring Audio Features
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features There are several ways to upload or download data. It can be as simple as attaching a file or document to an email, or you can use the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) features of your Web browser to transfer large amounts of data.
Page 127: Using External Speakers Or Headphones
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. Before putting on headphones to listen, turn the volume down. Do not set the volume too high when using headphones.
Page 128: Inserting A Pc Card
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using PC Cards Inserting a PC Card Before you insert a PC Card, refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before you insert it. To insert a PC Card: Locate the PC Card slot on the left side of the computer.
Page 129: Setting Up A Pc Card For Your Computer
Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the slot. (Sample Illustration) Removing a PC Card Setting up a PC Card for your computer Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them. Others, such as hard disk cards, network cards, and SCSI adapters, may need to be set up to work with your computer.
Page 130: Removing An Expresscard
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using an SD™ card When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly but gently to ensure a firm connection with the computer. Do not force the card into position. Removing an ExpressCard Prepare the card for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Notification Area and then selecting the card or device you want to remove.
Page 131: Installing Sd Card Drivers
During installation of the SD card drivers, one or more dialog boxes may appear indicating that the driver is not digitally signed. The message may appear as “Digital Signature not found (About Secure Digital Emulation from Toshiba).” Click Yes to continue. Inserting an SD card To insert an SD card: Turn the SD card so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down.
Page 132: Formatting An Sd Card
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using an SD™ card Formatting an SD card To format an SD card, use the Toshiba SD Memory Card Format utility. Click on Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click on SD Memory Card Format.
Page 133: Using Slim Selectbay Modules
Grasp the card and pull it straight out. (Sample Illustration) removing an SD card The device name disappears only after you have physically removed the card from your computer. Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read. Even when the Windows message “copying...”...
Page 134: Removing A Module From The Slim Selectbay
HINT: Items from this list that did not come with your computer can be purchased separately. See the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay Use caution when lifting or turning your computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to components, such as cables, attached to your computer, or to the computer itself.
Page 135: Inserting A Module Into The Slim Selectbay
Slide the Slim SelectBay (Sample Illustration) Removing the Slim SelectBay If you are removing the weight saver, retain it for transporting the computer when no other module is installed in the Slim SelectBay Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay To install a module into the Slim SelectBay module all the way into the Slim SelectBay into place.
Page 136: Using An Expansion Device
The correct position is indicated by symbols ( on both your computer and the APR III Plus. To properly connect the APR III Plus to your computer, see the Advanced Port Replicator III Plus User’s Guide or visit pcsupport.toshiba.com.
Page 137: Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities
User password ❖ TOSHIBA Security Assist ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖...
Page 138: Toshiba Assist
Fingerprint Authentication Utility ❖ ConfigFree™ TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access TOSHIBA Assist, do one of the following: ❖ Double-click the TOSHIBA Assist shortcut icon on the desktop.
Page 139: Connect
Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree™ ❖ Bluetooth ❖ Bluetooth Local COM Settings (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Connect tab Connectivity Doctor ® Settings Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist...
Page 140: Secure
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA Security Assist (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Secure tab...
Page 141: Protect & Fix
Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Protect & Fix tab Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist...
Page 142: Optimize
TOSHIBA Assist Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Optimize tab...
Page 143: Toshiba Application Installer
Toshiba Application Installer The Toshiba Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on the Windows Click Next. (Sample Image) Toshiba Application Installer screen Click the item(s) you want to install.
Page 144: Setting Passwords
When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password—Secures your open programs and files when leaving the computer temporarily.
Page 145: Using A Supervisor Password
Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access your computer.
Page 146: Using A User Password
Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access your...
Page 147: Deleting A User Password
To register a password for the power-on password functions: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window Click Set. Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify.
Page 148: Toshiba Security Assist
TOSHIBA Security Assist TOSHIBA Security Assist The TOSHIBA Security Assist Utility acts as a “command center” where you can set up various passwords or other security features, and see how these features can be used with each other to increase security even further, or to simplify the ways that you protect your system.
Page 149 Others—Select this category to check the status of other security features. ❖ Windows Security Center: Check the status of ® Windows Security Center options Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Security Assist ® accounts on this ® account password, ® screen saver. ®...
Page 150: Toshiba Pc Diagnostic Tool Utility
Refer to the online Help documentation within the application for additional help. To use the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then PC Diagnostic Tool, or click the PC Diagnostic Tool icon in the Protect &...
Page 151: Toshiba Hdd Protection Utility
TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility The TOSHIBA HDD Protection utility controls your computer’s hard disk drive (HDD) protection feature, which parks the HDD whenever motion is detected on the computer. Using this utility, you can enable or disable hard disk drive (HDD) protection, and set the motion detector’s sensitivity level for AC power and battery...
Page 152: Toshiba Sd™ Memory Card Format Utility
Memory Card Format Utility This utility is used to format SD To format an SD memory card using this utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then SD Memory Card Format. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen appears.
Page 153: Toshiba Sd™ Memory Boot Utility
Be sure to back up your data to external media before performing this procedure as data on the drive may be lost. Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, and then Utilities. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen Select the drive where the SD card is located.
Page 154: Booting From A Bootable Sd Card
Click Start, Control Panel, and then Mouse under Hardware and Sound, or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA The Mouse Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) Mouse Properties screen “TOSHIBA SD™ Memory for instructions). key. Enter Assist.
Page 155: Toshiba Hardware Setup
Windows ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then HWSetup, or click the Toshiba Hardware Setup icon in the Optimize tab of The Toshiba Hardware Setup screen appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Hardware Setup screen – General tab...
Page 156 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ Display—Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. If data does not appear on the display you are using after starting in Sleep Mode, press Fn + F5.
Page 157: Toshiba Zooming Utility
Adobe Acrobat ❖ Icons on the desktop To access the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then SmoothView. The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen Select the desired option(s).
Page 158: Toshiba Button Support
To zoom in, hold down the down the key and press For more information about how to use the TOSHIBA Zooming utility, right-click the click Help. TOSHIBA Button Support TOSHIBA Button Support allows you to customize the TOSHIBA Assist and TOSHIBA Presentation buttons.
Page 159: Cd/Dvd Drive Acoustic Silencer
Click Set Quiet Mode to make the drive run more slowly and quietly for listening to music or audio files on a CD. Click Set Normal Mode to run the drive at normal speed for transferring data. CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ® Assist. Toshiba Utilities session. If you shut down,...
Page 160: Toshiba Accessibility
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two keys simultaneously as is usually required. Using Accessibility lets you make the press it once, release it, and then press a function key to activate the hot key function.
Page 161: Trusted Platform Module (Tpm)
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) NOTE This section only applies to systems with TPM. Your Toshiba computer includes the TPM (Trusted Platform Module), which is a security encryption device for your system’s hard disk drive. TPM is already included on your system, but needs to be installed and enabled using the following procedures.
Page 162: Fingerprint Utility Limitations
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 163: Fingerprint Logon
Windows user attempts to log on again, the user’s fingerprint is read and compared with the user’s enrolled fingerprints; if the fingerprint is recognized, user logon is completed. Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility ® password, you will be prompted to ®...
Page 164: Power-On Security
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility The Fast User Switching feature of the Windows is also supported. If user A is logged on and the fingerprint utility verifies the fingerprint of user B (who is already enrolled), the utility recognizes the fingerprint and switches the users.
Page 165: Control Center
The Control Center contains various functions for fingerprint management and for setting up your fingerprint software. Available options depend on the software status, used hardware, and installed applications. (Sample Image) Main Fingerprint Control Center Window Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility...
Page 166 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprints ❖ Enroll or edit current user’s fingerprint templates—Runs the fingerprint enrollment wizard. You can enroll, edit, or delete fingerprints for the current user and, if power-on security is implemented, control whether they are stored in the fingerprint device memory.
Page 167: Password Bank
Web browser, click it in the list. ❖ Register—Registers a new window (dialog or Web page). ❖ Lock/unlock My Safe—Opens or closes My Safe folder. ❖ Control Center—Displays Control Center. ❖ Help—Displays this help file. Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Shift key while swiping your finger.
Page 168 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Registering a new Web page or dialog You are logged on to the computer and want to register a new Web page. To create a new registration: Display a Web page you want to register.
Page 169 Deleting a registration You are logged on to the computer and want to delete an existing registration. To delete an existing registration: Click the Settings topic in the Control Center. Click User Settings. Verify your fingerprint. Toshiba Utilities...
Page 170: Care And Maintenance Of Your Fingerprint Reader
Select a registration. Click Delete. How to Delete the Fingerprint Data Fingerprint data is stored in the non-volatile memory. If the computer changes ownership, Toshiba recommends the following procedure: Click Start, All Programs, Protector Suite QL, and then Control Center.
Page 171 The fingerprint for each finger is different and unique. Please ensure that only the registered or enrolled fingerprint or fingerprints are used for identification. ❖ Check sliding position (see illustration below). (Sample Illustration) Aligning the finger on the reader Toshiba Utilities...
Page 172: Fingerprint Reader Limitations
Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint reader 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 173: Getting Started
ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon then click the desired utility. NOTE If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree icon in the Notification Area is displayed with an “X.”...
Page 174 Toshiba Utilities ConfigFree™ ❖ Status of Wireless Connection switch (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you save network settings in “profiles.” ConfigFree profiles are useful for easily switching network settings and devices.You can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings.
Page 175 To create a profile: Click the icon in the Notification Area. Move the pointer to Profile. Click Open Settings. The ConfigFree Profile Settings window appears. (Sample Image) ConfigFree Profile Settings window Click Add to start the Create Profile Wizard. Toshiba Utilities ConfigFree™...
Page 176: Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
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.
Page 177: Problems When You Turn On The Computer
Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. Select the program you want to close, then click End Task. Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working.
Page 178 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer If you are using an AC adaptor, verify that the computer is receiving power from the external power source by looking at the AC power light. If the indicator is glowing, the computer is connected to a live external power source.
Page 179 Try turning the computer on again. If the computer starts normally, the AC adaptor may be defective and will need to be replaced (see the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com). If the AC power light starts flashing, remove the battery, and continue with the steps below.
Page 180: The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows Verify that the AC adaptor is the correct unit for your computer model. The computer may not be able to start from an AC adaptor that is rated for less current (amperage) than the computer requires, even if the rated voltage is correct, and the plug fits correctly in the DC-IN socket.
Page 181: Internet Problems
The Windows ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640x480) ❖ Last Known Good Configuration (advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖...
Page 182: The Windows Operating System Can Help You
Click one of the options listed in the window and then follow the on-screen instructions. You can connect to Support Online by clicking Microsoft Customer Support or by going to Toshiba support at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows and Support to troubleshoot the problem first.
Page 183: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager
The device most recently connected to the system is the one most likely to be causing a conflict. Resolving conflicts There are several things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer. ❖...
Page 184: Memory Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ The Resources tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions. This tab does not appear if the device is not using resources. ❖...
Page 185: Power And The Batteries
Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adaptor and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery, optional secondary battery, and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adaptor or power cord/cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries.
Page 186: Keyboard Problems
After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see your accessories information that shipped with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
Page 187: Display Problems
Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate the screen. You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing simultaneously.
Page 188 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The built-in screen flickers. Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen produces colors. To reduce the amount of flickering, try using fewer colors. To change the number of colors displayed: Right-click in a blank area of the Windows Click Personalize, and then Display Settings.
Page 189: Disk Drive Problems
Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them.
Page 190: Optical Drive Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Your data files are damaged or corrupted. Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures. Many software packages automatically create backup files. You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software. Consult your network administrator.
Page 191: Sound System Problems
You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out. Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on. The optical drive eject mechanism requires power to operate. Make sure a program is not accessing the drive and preventing it from ejecting.
Page 192: Pc Card Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. Adjust the volume control.
Page 193 Double-click the appropriate PC Card. The operating system displays your PC Card’s Properties dialog box, which contains information about your PC Card configuration and status. The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. The problem may be caused by an I/O (input/output) conflict between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the system.
Page 194: Printer Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems. The printer will not print. Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on line). Check that the printer has plenty of paper.
Page 195: Wireless Networking Problems
Wi-Fi will be lit). NOTE To determine if your computer has an internal Wi-Fi the device list in Device Manager (part of the Windows Panel, Hardware and Sound). Some Toshiba models may have a ® Wi-Fi ® Wi-Fi ❖...
Page 196 Verify that the Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is correct—i.e., that it matches the SSID assigned to the access point you are attempting to connect through. SSIDs are case- sensitive. Toshiba provides a Client Manager utility for setting and managing SSIDs. ❖...
Page 197 ❖ Use the PING command to verify a connection to the gateway at 192.168.1.1 (a default gateway for most wireless routers). Click Start to open the Start menu. Type At the top-left of the Start menu, click Enter PING 192.168.1.1 Enter If “Request Timed Out”...
Page 198: Dvd Operating Problems
“Checking device properties” on page 183 on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title.
Page 199: Develop Good Computing Habits
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: Right-click on the desktop and click Personalize in the menu. Select None for the screen saver.
Page 200: Data And System Configuration Backup In The Windows Operating System
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Read the user’s guides. 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.
Page 201 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 Create. The Windows automatically stamps it with the current date and time, and displays a message that the restore point was successfully created.
Page 202 DVDs, or hard drives. An external hard drive is recommended in case the internal hard drive fails. No additional software is required. Most of the CD and DVD drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or ‘burn’) as well as read from CDs.
Page 203 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, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft ® Office and Adobe Photoshop toolbars for your web browser).
Page 204: If You Need Further Assistance
For the complete detailed specifications for your computer, visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. Go to the Tech Support Center, select your particular model from the list and go to the Detailed Specifications for that model. For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777.
Page 205: 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 pcsupport.toshiba.com Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have: ❖...
Page 206: Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
Germany Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8001 Japan Mexico Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V. Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso Col. Lomas de Chapultepec. CP 11000 Mexico, DF. United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems (U.K) Ltd. Toshiba Court...
Page 207 United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm. If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices The Rest of Europe Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH...
Page 208: Appendix A: Hot Keys
Hot Keys The TOSHIBA Cards provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. There are two types of TOSHIBA Cards: Hot Key Cards and Application Cards. Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are used to modify the following system functions: ❖...
Page 209: Using The Hot Key Cards
To use the Hot Key Cards using the pointing device: Move the cursor to the top center edge of the screen. The TOSHIBA Cards appear along the top of the screen. (Sample Image) Hot Key Card display Double-click the Card for the system function to be modified.
Page 210: Application Cards
To launch an application using the Application Cards: Move the cursor to the top center edge of the screen. The TOSHIBA Cards display at the top of the screen. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Card display Click the “stacked” card on the far right of the display. The Application Cards are hidden under this card.
Page 211: Card Case
210). To use the Card Case: Move the cursor to the top center edge of the screen. The TOSHIBA Cards appear at the top of the screen. An icon appears momentarily in the top-right corner. Click the (Sample Image) Starting Card Case The Card Case displays two rows of Cards.
Page 212: Hot Key Functions
Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones.
Page 213: Password Security
Password security This TOSHIBA Card or hot key locks the computer. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Security options ❖ ❖ hot key function activates instant security. The user Fn + F1 logon screen will appear and a user with a valid account will need to log back on to gain access to the computer.
Page 214: Power Plan
Hot Keys Hot Key functions Power plan This TOSHIBA Card or hot key displays the power plans and cycles through the power plans. The properties of each power plan, and the power plans that are displayed by this function, are set in the Power Options window.
Page 215: Sleep Mode
Sleep mode This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Sleep mode. For more information about Sleep mode, please see and configuring Sleep mode” on page Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Sleep options ❖...
Page 216: Hibernation Mode
Hot Keys Hot Key functions Hibernation mode This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on Hibernation mode, see “Using and configuring Hibernation mode” on page...
Page 217: Display Modes
Display modes This TOSHIBA Card or hot key cycles through the power- on display options. The display modes are: ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ To use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device.
Page 218: Display Brightness
Hot Keys Hot Key functions Display brightness This TOSHIBA Card decreases or increases the screen brightness. This hot key decreases the screen brightness. This hot key increases the screen brightness. Selecting this Card or pressing either hot key displays the...
Page 219: Disabling Or Enabling Wireless Devices
Disabling or enabling wireless devices This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices installed in your computer. The wireless modes are: ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Wireless communication options ❖...
Page 220: Disabling Or Enabling The Touchpad
Hot Keys Hot Key functions Disabling or enabling the TouchPad This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. For more information on using the TouchPad, see “Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™” on page Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the...
Page 221: Changing Screen Resolution
Hot Keys Hot Key functions Changing screen resolution This TOSHIBA Card or hot key switches screen resolution. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: [Space bar] (Sample Image) Screen resolution options Cycle through the screen resolutions, then select the desired...
Page 222: Keyboard Hot Key Functions
Hot Keys Hot Key functions Keyboard hot key functions This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off. This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-out.
Page 223: Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved...
Page 224: Glossary
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. BIOS CD-ROM CD-RW CMOS COM1 COM2 DIMM alternating current basic input/output system bits per second compact disc compact disc read-only memory compact disc rewrite memory...
Page 225 disk operating system dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nematic digital versatile (or video) disc DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory file allocation table Federal Communications Commission gigabyte hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE...
Page 226 Glossary SDRAM SRAM SVGA Terms The following terms may appear in this user’s guide. active-matrix display — A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as a “TFT display,” in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell.
Page 227 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. BIOS (basic input/output system) —...
Page 228 Glossary central processing unit (CPU) — The chip that functions as the “brain” of the computer. It takes information from outside sources, such as memory or keyboard input, processes the information, and sends the results to another device that uses the information. character —...
Page 229 device — A component attached to the computer. Devices may be external (outside the computer’s case) or internal (inside the computer’s case). Printers, disk drives, and modems are examples of devices. device driver — A program (called a “driver”) that permits a computer to communicate with a device.
Page 230 Glossary double-density diskette — A 3.5-inch diskette that can hold up to 720 KB of information (half the capacity of a high-density diskette). See also diskette, high-density diskette. download — (1) In communications, to receive a file from another computer through a modem or network. (2) To send font data from the computer to a printer.
Page 231 — The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernation — A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off. When you turn on the computer again, your work is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off.
Page 232 Glossary hot key — (1) A feature in which certain keys in combination with the 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. hot swapping —...
Page 233 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.
Page 234 Glossary non-system disk — A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer. Compare system disk. online — Available through the computer. Online may refer to information being read from your own computer’s hard disk, such as online documentation or online Help, or to information coming from another company on a company network or the Internet.
Page 235 port — A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device. processor — See central processing unit (CPU). program — A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility.
Page 236 Glossary select — To highlight or otherwise specify text, data, or graphics with the intent to perform some operation on it. serial — Processes that occur one at a time. In communications, it means the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single channel.
Page 237 Web — See World Wide Web. ® Wi-Fi — A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www) — The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet.
Page 238: Index
185 notification 105 power plan 214 power plan hot key 108 real-time clock (RTC) 100 removing 109 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 48 start 118 creating 96 playing an audio 94 CD, using 91 character keys 83...
Page 239 handling 94 inserting 93 removing 96 compact disk drive using 91 computer caring for 79 cleaning 79 moving 79 non-system disk or disk error message 179 not accessing disk drives 178 running on battery power 99 setting up 41 warning resume failure message computer lock 80 computing tips 81 connecting to a power source 43...
Page 240 Index monitor not working 188 mouse 67 external diskette drive connecting 69 external display, adjusting 67 FAT (File Allocation Table) 189 file extensions 90 file, backing up 82 files backing up 91 printing 90 restoring 91 saving 88 fingerprint authentication 161 enrollment 162 Fn keys 84 function keys 84...
Page 241 overlay keys 85 troubleshooting 186 using 83 Windows® special keys 84 keyboard, external 67 keyboard, full-size 83 lock computer, using 80 main battery removing 109 memory adding 48 problem solving 184 removing expansion slot cover 50 memory module inserting 51 installation 49 removing 55 microphone 126...
Page 242 188 checking device properties 183 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 193 computer will not power up 177 contacting Toshiba 204 corrupted/damaged data files 190 Device Manager 183 disk drive is slow 189 display is blank 187...
Page 243 120 television adjusting display 67 Toshiba registering computer 42 worldwide offices 206 TOSHIBA Assist 138 Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 63 Toshiba Hardware Setup 155 Toshiba online resources 97 Toshiba utilities 137 traveling tips 115 troubleshooting DVD player...
Page 244 Index video projector adjusting display 67 warranty limited warranty 37 Web 124 Web sites 205 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 123 Windows Media® Player 94 Windows Media® Player icon 117 Windows® Explorer 87 Windows® operating system Help and Support 182 problem solving 180 Windows®...

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Toshiba M5-S4332 User Manual

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features

Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

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