Toshiba A50-ASMBN02, User Manual

Page 1: ...User s Manual TECRA A50 A W50 A Satellite Pro A50 A ...

Page 2: ... 2 Getting Started Equipment checklist 2 1 Conventions 2 1 Using your computer for the first time 2 2 Turning off the power 2 6 Chapter 3 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed 3 1 Left side 3 3 Right side 3 4 Back 3 6 Underside 3 7 Front with the display open 3 8 Internal Hardware Components 3 12 Power Condition Descriptions 3 16 Chapter 4 Operating Basics Using the Touch Pad 4 1 The Keyboa...

Page 3: ...and Applications 5 1 Special features 5 5 USB Charge 5 7 TOSHIBA Password utility 5 10 TOSHIBA HWSetup 5 12 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 5 13 Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection 5 14 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties 5 15 TOSHIBA Setup Utility 5 16 System Recovery 5 16 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 6 1 Hardware and system checklist 6 4 TOSHIBA support 6 15 Chapter 7 Appendix ...

Page 4: ...ersion to digital format alteration transfer of copied material and distribution on a network without the permission of the copyright owner is a violation of copyright or author s rights and is subject to civil damages or criminal action Please comply with copyright laws in making any reproduction from this manual Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy The instructions...

Page 5: ...gistered trademark of Realtek Semiconductor Corporation All other product names and service names in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Regulatory Information The regulatory information herein may vary Pease check the ID information on the back of the device for specific information applicable to the model you purchased FCC information FCC notice D...

Page 6: ... the external devices and the computer s External RGB monitor port Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 and 3 0 ports HDMI port and microphone jack Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user s authority to operate the equipment FCC conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject t...

Page 7: ...re designed to observe the related EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility and safety standards However TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if options or cables not produced by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented In this case the persons who have connected implemented those options cables have to provide assurance that the system PC plus options cables still fu...

Page 8: ...r general safety reasons the use of this product in environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted VCCI Class B Information Japan Only この装置は クラスＢ情報技術装置です この装置は 家庭環境で使 用することを目的としていますが この装置がラジオやテレビジョン 受信機に近接して使用されると 受信障害を引き起こすことがあります 取扱説明書に従って正しい取り扱いをしてください ＶＣＣＩ Ｂ Canadian regulatory information Canada only This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions...

Page 9: ...act your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product Disposal of batteries and or accumulators The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and or accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd defined in the Battery Dir...

Page 10: ... hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment The number of possible pixel failures of your display is defined according to ISO 9241 307 standards If the number of pixel failures is less than this standard they will not be counted as defect or failure Battery is a consumption product since the battery time depends on the usage of your computer If the battery can not be charged at al...

Page 11: ... style Open Source licenses In case of any license issues related to OpenSSL please contact openssl core openssl org OpenSSL License Copyright c 1998 2011 The OpenSSL Project All rights reserved Redistribution and use in source and binary forms with or without modification are permitted provided that the following conditions are met 1 Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright ...

Page 12: ... NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young eay cryptsoft com This product includes software written by Tim Hudson tjh cryptsoft com Original SSLeay License Copyright C 1995 1998 Eric Young eay cryptsoft com All rights reserved This package is an SSL ...

Page 13: ...thereof from the apps directory application code you must include an acknowledgement This product includes software written by Tim Hudson tjh cryptsoft com THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY ERIC YOUNG AS IS AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHOR OR CONTR...

Page 14: ... You can use this software for whatever you want in parts or full form without having to pay us royalty free usage You may not pretend that you wrote this software If you use it or only parts of it in a program you must acknowledge somewhere in your documentation that you have used the FreeType code credits We specifically permit and encourage the inclusion of this software with or without modific...

Page 15: ...HT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE OR THE INABILITY TO USE OF THE FREETYPE PROJECT 2 Redistribution This license grants a worldwide royalty free perpetual and irrevocable right and license to use execute perform compile display copy create derivative works of distribute and sublicense the FreeType Project in both source and object code forms and derivative works thereof for any...

Page 16: ...s license or another one contracted with the authors grants you the right to use distribute and modify it Therefore by using distributing or modifying the FreeType Project you indicate that you understand and accept all the terms of this license 4 Contacts There are two mailing lists related to FreeType freetype nongnu org Discusses general use and applications of FreeType as well as future and wa...

Page 17: ...ode by pressing the power button Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US EPA and the EU Commission According to the EPA a computer meeting the new ENERGY STAR specifications will use between 20 and 50 less energy depending on how it is used Visit http www eu energystar org or http www energystar gov for more i...

Page 18: ...r beam do not try to open the enclosure Location of the Required Label Sample shown below Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary TOSHIBA SAMSUNG STORAGE TECHNOLOGY KOREA CORPORATION 14F Bldg No 102 Digital empire2 486 Sin dong Yeongtong gu Suwon si Gyeonggi do Korea 443 734 Precautions CAUTION This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT...

Page 19: ... computer Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents Always provide sufficient space around the computer Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire possibly resulting in serious injury Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a fl...

Page 20: ...e AC adaptor you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the material could become damaged Pressure or impact damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer s components or otherwise cause it to malfunction Cleaning the computer To help e...

Page 21: ... or the card resulting in computer failure Always use a suitable carry case when transporting the computer When carrying your computer be sure to hold it securely so that it does not fall or hit anything Do not carry your computer by holding any of its protruding elements ExpressCard overheating Some ExpressCards can become hot during prolonged use which may result in errors or instability in the ...

Page 22: ...y hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss equipment damage or may result in minor or moderate injury Please read A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of your equipment User s Manual 1 19 ...

Page 23: ... Battery pack Is preinstalled in some computers AC adaptor and power cord 2 pin plug or 3 pin plug Spare AccuPoint pointing device cap Is included with some models Documentation A50 W50 Quickstart Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort Warranty information If any of the items are missing or damaged contact your dealer immediately Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe id...

Page 24: ... productive while using a notebook computer By following the recommendations in it you may reduce your chance of developing a painful or disabling injury to your hand arms shoulders or neck This section provides basic information to start using your computer It covers the following topics Connecting the AC adaptor Opening the display Turning on the power Initial setup Use a virus check program and...

Page 25: ...e power cables that comply with the legal voltage and frequency specifications and requirements in the country of use Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region the computer is bought and should not be used outside this region For use in other regions please buy power ...

Page 26: ...puter depending on the model 2 Connect the AC adaptor s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on your computer Figure 2 4 Connecting the DC output plug to the computer 1 2 1 2 1 DC IN 19V jack 2 DC output plug Product appearance depends on the model you purchased 3 Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet the DC IN Battery indicator should glow User s Manual 2 4 ...

Page 27: ...ng it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer Be careful not to open the display panel too far as this could put stress on the display panel s hinges and cause damage Do not press or push on the display panel Do not lift the computer by the display panel Do not close the display panel with pens or any other objects left in between the display panel and the keyboard When opening or...

Page 28: ...nds on the model you purchased Your computer may take a while the next time you turn it on if The battery pack was exhausted and is now recharged The battery pack was exhausted but now has the power connected via the AC adaptor The battery pack is re installed replaced Initial setup The Windows Startup Screen will be the first screen displayed when you turn on the power Follow the on screen instru...

Page 29: ... the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately wait a short period to avoid any potential damage Restarting the computer Certain conditions require that you reset the computer for example if You change certain computer settings If you need to restart the computer there are two ways this can be achieved Click Start Point to the arrow beside the Shut down button and then select Restart from...

Page 30: ... computer will go into Sleep Mode according to the settings in the Power Options to access it click Start Control Panel System and Security Power Options To restore the operation of the computer from Sleep Mode press and hold the power button or any key on the keyboard for a short amount of time Please note that keyboard keys can only be used if the Wake up on Keyboard option is enabled within the...

Page 31: ...er shutting down Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise Hibernation Mode The Hibernation Mode feature saves the contents of memory to the HDD SSD when the computer is turned off so that the next time it is turned on the previous state is restored Please note that the Hibernation Mode feature does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to the computer...

Page 32: ...ion Mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid In order to define these settings you can follow the steps as described below 1 Click Start Control Panel System and Security Power Options 2 Click Choose what the power button does or Choose what closing the lid does 3 Enable the desired Hibernation Mode settings for When I press the power button and When I close the lid 4 Cl...

Page 33: ...following figure shows the front of the computer with the display panel in the closed position Figure 3 1 Front of the computer with display panel closed 1 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 1 Stereo speakers 5 HDD SSD Optical Disc Drive eSATA indicator 2 Memory media slot 6 Wireless communication indicator 3 DC IN Battery indicator 7 Wireless WAN indicator 4 Power indicator 8 Fingerprint Sensor Provided with some m...

Page 34: ...n the computer is turned on However if you turn the computer off into Sleep Mode this indicator will flash orange approximately two seconds on two seconds off HDD SSD Optical Disc Drive eSATA indicator The HDD SSD Optical Disc Drive eSATA indicator blinks green whenever the computer is accessing the built in HDD SSD optical disc drive or eSATA device Wireless communication indicator The Wireless c...

Page 35: ...ts help the processor to avoid overheating DisplayPort A DisplayPort is provided on the left side of the computer Some models are equipped with a DisplayPort External RGB monitor port This port provides 15 pin analog RGB port Please refer to the External RGB monitor port pin assignment section for information on external RGB monitor port pin assignment This port allows you to connect an external R...

Page 36: ...evice might not operate properly Keep foreign metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips out of the USB port Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Headphone Microphone jack A 3 5 mm mini headphone microphone jack enables connection of a monaural microphone or a stereo headphone HDMI out port HDMI out port can...

Page 37: ...ls are equipped with a ExpressCard slot PC Card slot This slot allows you to install a PC Card Some models are equipped with a PC Card slot Optical disc drive The computer may be configured with a DVD Super Multi drive Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports One or two Universal Serial Bus ports which comply to the USB 2 0 standard are provided on the right side of the computer The USB 2 0 port is not ...

Page 38: ...AC adaptor supplied with the computer at the time of purchase using the wrong AC adaptor can cause damage to the computer DC IN 19V jack The AC adaptor connects to this jack in order to power the computer and charge its internal batteries Please note that you should only use the model of AC adaptor supplied with the computer at the time of purchase using the wrong AC adaptor can cause damage to th...

Page 39: ...rt 2 Battery release latch 5 Memory module slot cover 3 Battery pack 6 Cooling vents Provided with some models Product appearance depends on the model you purchased Battery lock Slide the battery lock to release the battery pack ready for removal Battery release latch Slide and hold this latch into its Unlock position in order to release the battery pack for removal For more detailed information o...

Page 40: ...ual amount of useable system memory will be less than the installed memory modules Refer to the Additional memory module section Legal Footnote Memory Main System For more information regarding Memory Main System please refer to the Legal Footnotes section Cooling vents The cooling vents help the processor to avoid overheating Do not block the cooling vents Keep foreign metal objects such as screw...

Page 41: ...n 13 AccuPoint control button 6 Display hinges 14 AccuPoint 7 Touch Pad ON OFF indicator 15 Middle button 8 eco indicator 16 NFC Near Field Communication detection area Provided with some models Product appearance depends on the model you purchased Wireless communication antennas Some computers in this series are equipped with the Wireless LAN Bluetooth antennas Legal Footnote Wireless LAN For mor...

Page 42: ...ean the lens if it becomes dirty Display screen 39 6cm 15 6 LCD screen configured with the following resolutions HD 1366 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels FHD 1920 horizontal x 1080 vertical pixels Please be aware that when the computer is operating on the AC adaptor the image displayed on the internal screen will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power This difference in bright...

Page 43: ...control the movement of the on screen pointer To use the Touch Pad simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you want the on screen pointer to go AccuPoint control buttons Control buttons below the keyboard let you select menu items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the on screen pointer Only models equipped with an AccuPoint are equipped with AccuPoint control bu...

Page 44: ... CPU The processor type varies depending on model To check which type of processor is included in your model click Start Control Panel System and Security System Legal Footnote CPU For more information regarding CPU please refer to the Legal Footnotes section Hard Disk Drive or Solid State Drive The capacity of the HDD SSD varies depending on the model To check which type of HDD SSD is included in...

Page 45: ...n Resolution window Display controller The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular parts on the screen on or off The display controller also controls the video mode and uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum number of colors that can be displayed at a time Therefore software written for a given video mode wil...

Page 46: ...h the NVIDIA Control Panel Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound NVIDIA Control Panel For more information about the NVIDIA Control Panel system please refer to the NVIDIA Control Panel Help To access it click Help from the main menu and then select NVIDIA Control Panel Help On Optimus models two kinds of Display Drivers are installed Intel HD Graphics Driver and NVIDIA Graphics Driver XXX ...

Page 47: ...e from Sleep Mode after a specified period of time With the Intel Rapid Start Technology the Windows can rapidly resume from Hibernation Mode and battery life will be longer than when in Sleep Mode Intel Rapid Start Technology is enabled at factory default The computer will switch to Hibernation Mode after two hours of Sleep Mode You can use BIOS Setup to enable disable the function and change the...

Page 48: ...perating system Intel Rapid Start Technology cannot be used in models that do not equipped with a Solid State Drive The Windows restore time from Hibernation Mode depends on the amount of system memory used in the computer Power Condition Descriptions Power conditions The computer s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by different power conditions including whether an AC ad...

Page 49: ...ery Orange Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is charging Green Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is fully charged Flashing Green Indicates a problem with the computer Please disconnect the AC adaptor and remove the battery for several seconds and then reinstall the battery and reconnect the AC adaptor if it still does not operate properly you should contact ...

Page 50: ...e noted Green Indicates power is being supplied to the computer and the computer is turned on Flashing Orange Indicates that the computer is in Sleep Mode and that there is sufficient power available AC adaptor or battery to maintain this condition No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light User s Manual 3 18 ...

Page 51: ...r out Two Finger Scroll Place two fingers down and slide them vertically or horizontally from anywhere on the Touch Pad This allows you to operate the scroll bars of a window Some of the Touch Pad operations described in this section are only supported in certain applications The Keyboard The number of keys available on your keyboard will depend on which country region your computer is configured ...

Page 52: ...format NUM LOCK When the NUM LOCK indicator glows you can use the number keys on the keyboard for number entry Function Key The function keys F1 F12 are the twelve keys at the top of your keyboard Function keys let you enable or disable certain features of the computer The functions can be performed by pressing the associated function keys Mute Pressing FN ESC turns the volume on and off Lock Pres...

Page 53: ... resolution ODD Pressing FN TAB ejects the disc tray Reduce Pressing FN 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows Enlarge Pressing FN 2 enlarges the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows Volume down Pressing FN 3 decreases the volume in increment Volume up Pressing FN 4 increases the...

Page 54: ...Utilities Accessibility Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows the Windows Start Button key activates the Start menu while the application key has the same function as the secondary right mouse button This key activates the Windows Start menu This key has the same function as the secondary right mouse button Using the AccuPoint To use the AccuPoi...

Page 55: ... align the cap s square hole with the peg Using the Fingerprint Sensor This product has a fingerprint utility installed for the purpose of enrolling and recognizing fingerprints By enrolling the ID and password onto the fingerprint authentication feature it is no longer necessary to input the password from the keyboard Fingerprint feature enables you to Logon to Windows and access a security enabl...

Page 56: ...ause fingerprint reading to fail Check the center of the fingerprint whorl before swiping and then ensure this is swiped along the center line of the sensor There is a possibility of authentication failures if the finger is swiped too quickly or too slowly follow any on screen instructions to adjust the speed used during the swipe process Points to note about the Fingerprint Sensor Please be aware...

Page 57: ...ingers if a recognition failure often occurs when using already enrolled fingers Check the condition of your finger any conditions which have changed since enrollment such as injury rough skin and extremely dry wet soiled dirty oily soaked or swollen fingers may lower the recognition success rate Also if the fingerprint is worn down or the finger becomes thinner or fatter the recognition success r...

Page 58: ...the following procedure when first using fingerprint authentication In use the fingerprint authentication system will use the same username and password as defined within the Windows operating system If no Windows password has been configured you must do this before starting the fingerprint registration process This sensor has the memory space for at least twenty fingerprint patterns You might be ...

Page 59: ...the fingerprint data for the currently logged in user Click an enrolled finger you want to delete Do you want to delete message box will appear on the screen and then click OK If you want to delete other fingerprints repeat this step If only one fingerprint is registered the message At least one fingerprint is required will appear after clicking OK You are not allowed to delete a unique fingerprin...

Page 60: ...place the keyboard based User Password authentication system when booting up If you do not want to use the fingerprint authentication system for password authentication when booting up but prefer to use the keyboard based system instead follow the on screen instructions when the Fingerprint System Authentication screen is displayed This will switch the password input screen across to the keyboard ...

Page 61: ...uring the Pre Boot authentication and Single Sign On feature You should check that your fingerprint is enrolled before configuring the settings 1 Logon as Administrator means a user has administrator privileges 2 In the TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility main menu click Run As Administrator 3 User Account Control window is displayed Click Yes 4 Swipe your finger across the fingerprint sensor 5 Select Set...

Page 62: ... R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD RAM DVD R DL Format1 DVD R DL BD ROM BD ROM DL BD R BD R DL BD RE BD RE DL BD R TL BD R QL and BD RE TL Some types and formats of DVD R DL and DVD R DL discs may be unreadable Using Optical Disc Drives The full size drive provides high performance execution of disc based programs You can run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 discs without an adaptor For precautions on writi...

Page 63: ... the center of the disc until you feel it click into place The disc should lie below the top of the spindle flush with the spindle base 5 Push the center of the disc tray to close it Press gently until it locks into place If the disc is not seated properly when the disc tray is closed the disc might be damaged Also the disc tray might not open fully when you press the eject button Removing discs T...

Page 64: ...re 4 6 Manual release with the manual eject hole Φ1 0mm 1 1 Manual eject hole Turn off the power before you use the manual eject hole If the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray the disc could fly off the spindle and cause injury Writable discs This section describes the types of writable discs Check the specifications of your drive to see the types of discs it can write Use TOSHIBA Disc C...

Page 65: ...ase read and follow all of the setup and operating instructions in this section If you fail to do so you may find that the optical disc drive may not function properly and you may fail to write or rewrite information successfully this may cause you to either lose data or incur other damage to the drive or media Disclaimer TOSHIBA does not assume responsibility for the following Damage to any disc ...

Page 66: ...eed High Speed and Ultra Speed MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD DVD R DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2 0 TAIYO YUDEN Co Ltd MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD Hitachi Maxell Ltd DVD R DL MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD DVD R MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD TAIYO YUDEN CO Ltd DVD R DL MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD DVD RW Victor Company of Japan Ltd JVC MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA C...

Page 67: ...other function including such tasks as using a mouse or Touch Pad or closing opening the display panel Start a communication application Apply impact or vibration to the computer Install remove or connect external devices including such items as a memory media card USB device external monitor or an optical digital device Use the audio video control button to reproduce music or voice Open the optic...

Page 68: ...ROM CD R or CD RW media to DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator You cannot back up DVD ROM DVD Video DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL or DVD RW to CD R or CD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA Disc Creator cannot record in packet format You might not be able to use the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Cre...

Page 69: ... mode Select Settings for Each Mode Data CD DVD in the Settings menu 3 Mark the Verify Written Data check box 4 Select File Open or Full Compare mode 5 Click the OK button How to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator Please refer to the Help files for additional TOSHIBA Disc Creator information TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER is only provided with some models Please be aware of the follo...

Page 70: ...running Do not switch to Hibernation or Sleep Mode when running the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER Do not lock the computer using the Windows logo L keys when running the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER The TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER does not have a parental control function In order to protect copyrights the Windows Print Screen function is disabled when TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER is running Print Screen functions are disabled e...

Page 71: ...BA VIDEO PLAYER 1 Insert a DVD Video in the optical disc drive while the operating system is running When a DVD Video disc is set in the DVD drive for models with DVD drive TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER may start automatically 2 Click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Media Entertainment TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER to start TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER Operating TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER Notes on Using TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER Screen di...

Page 72: ...uct however renewal beyond 5 years is subject to conditions specified by the software provider TOSHIBA Corporation Do not playback video while recording television programs using other applications Doing so may cause video playback or television program recording errors In addition if pre scheduled recording starts during video playback it may cause video playback or television program recording e...

Page 73: ...s running When a Blu ray Movie Disc is set in the Blu ray drive for models with Blu ray drive TOSHIBA Blu ray Disc Player may start automatically Click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Media Entertainment TOSHIBA Blu ray Disc Player Operating TOSHIBA Blu ray Disc Player Notes on using TOSHIBA Blu ray Disc Player Screen display and available features may vary amongst Blu ray Videos and scenes If the menu...

Page 74: ...and calendar will stop working You can change the Real Time Clock settings in the TOSHIBA Setup Utility Please refer to Real Time Clock for further information The computer s RTC battery is rechargeable 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 Dispose of the battery as required by loc...

Page 75: ... to use the computer while the DC IN Battery indicator flashes the computer will enable Hibernation Mode so that you do not lose any data and automatically turn itself off You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged Procedures To recharge a battery pack connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack and plug the other end into a working outlet the DC IN Battery indicator will glow or...

Page 76: ... this instance you should leave the AC adaptor connected for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging The DC IN Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease in battery operating time when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions The battery has not been used for a long time The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time In such cases...

Page 77: ...reen brightness System Sleep Mode System Hibernation Mode Display power off period Hard Disk Drive power off period How often and for how long you use the HDD SSD and external disk drives for example optical disc How much charge the battery contained to begin with How you use optional devices such as a USB device to which the battery supplies power Whether you enable Sleep Mode which can conserve ...

Page 78: ... turn on then go to Step 4 3 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes If you find that the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged however if the DC IN Battery indicator flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery condition go to Step 4 4 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of...

Page 79: ...power it could 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 Do not touch the battery release latch while holding the computer or the battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the battery release latch and cause injuries Removing the battery pack To remove a discharged battery follow the ...

Page 80: ...er 2 Ensure that the battery pack is securely in place and the battery lock is in its locked position 3 Turn your computer over Wireless WAN Device Some computers in this series are equipped with the Wireless WAN device This device gives you the ability for a high speed connection to the Internet corporate intranet and your email while you are away from the office Installing a SIM Card To install ...

Page 81: ...metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury 7 Press the SIM card gently until it clicks into place 8 Install the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section if required 9 Turn your computer over Removing a SIM Card To remove the SIM card follow the steps as detailed below 1 Shut down the computer ensure that th...

Page 82: ... a memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature The Link speed 10 100 1000 megabits per second changes automatically depending on the network conditions connected device cable or noise and so on LAN cable types The computer must be configured properly before connecting to...

Page 83: ...wise malfunctions or damage may occur 1 Turn off the power 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 Figure 4 10 Connecting the LAN cable 2 1 1 LAN jack 2 LAN cable 3 Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector or router Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or softwar...

Page 84: ...recision electronic component that may be fatally damaged by static electricity Since the human body can carry static electricity it is important that you discharge yourself before touching or installing any additional memory modules To discharge your body s static electricity simply touch any metal close to you with bare hands Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten the screw...

Page 85: ...oduct appearance depends on the model you purchased 7 Follow this procedure to install or remove a memory module Install procedure Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory slot and gently insert the module into the slot at about a 30 degree angle before holding it down until the latches on either side snap into place User s Manual 4 35 ...

Page 86: ...y module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems Do not touch any objects other than the memory module memory slot and memory module cover The slot A is reserved for the first memory module Use the slot B for expanded memory If only one module is installed use the slot A Align the grooves along the edges of the memory module with the locking tabs on the connect...

Page 87: ...r Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury If you use the computer for a long time the memory modules and the circuits locating close to the memory modules will become hot In this case let them cool to room temperature before you replace them Or you will get burnt if you touch any of them Do not touch the connect...

Page 88: ... the model you purchased 8 Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with the screw Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed Figure 4 14 Seating the memory module cover 2 2 1 1 Memory module cover 2 Screw Product appearance depends on the model you purchased User s Manual 4 38 ...

Page 89: ...d below 1 Shut down the computer ensure that the Power indicator is off 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor all cables and any peripheral connected to the computer 3 Close the display panel 4 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section if required 5 Remove the following KB screw used to keep the keyboard secure on the underside of the computer Figu...

Page 90: ...Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer or keyboard Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury When you move the keyboard forward do not touch the keys Doing so could cause misalignment Hold the keyboard by the sides and lay it gently on the palm rest The keyboard is c...

Page 91: ...hased 10 Removing the memory module slot C D cover Figure 4 18 Removing the memory module cover 2 1 1 Memory module cover Product appearance depends on the model you purchased 11 Follow this procedure to install or remove a memory module Install procedure Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory slot and gently insert the module into the slot at about a 30 degree angle before h...

Page 92: ...ch any objects other than the memory module memory slot and memory module cover Align the grooves along the edges of the memory module with the locking tabs on the connector and insert the module into the connector firmly if you find it difficult to install the memory module gently prise the locking tabs outwards using the tip of your finger Please also ensure that you hold the memory module along...

Page 93: ...tor and insert the module into the connector firmly if you find it difficult to install the memory module gently prise the locking tabs outwards using the tip of your finger Please also ensure that you hold the memory module along its left and right hand edges the edges with the grooves in 12 Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with the screw Take care to ensure that the memory mod...

Page 94: ...metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer or Keyboard Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Please note that an adaptor is required to use miniSD microSD Card Please note that not all memory media have been tested and verified to work correctly Therefore it is not possible to g...

Page 95: ...matting a memory media card Memory media cards are sold already formatted in conformity to specific standards If you reformat a memory card be sure to reformat it with a device such as digital camera or digital audio player that uses the memory cards not with the format command provided within Windows Should you need to format all areas of the memory card including the protected area you will need...

Page 96: ...n if you do not want to record data Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices To insert memory media follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn the memory media so that the contacts metal areas face down 2 Insert the memory media into the memory media slot on your computer 3 Press the memory media gently to ensure a firm connection is made Figur...

Page 97: ...icroSD Card while leaving the adaptor in the memory media slot ExpressCard Some models are equipped with a single ExpressCard slot into which any ExpressCard device that meets industry standards either manufactured by TOSHIBA or another vendor can be installed The slot supports hot plug connection and utilizes the PCI Express interface that supports the reading and writing of data at a theoretical...

Page 98: ...of the computer 4 Grasp the ExpressCard and remove it 5 Insert the Dummy card into the ExpressCard slot When you do not use an ExpressCard please be sure to insert a Dummy card Smart Card A Smart Card is a credit card sized plastic card An extremely thin integrated circuit IC chip is embedded into the card on which information can be recorded These cards can be used for a wide variety of applicati...

Page 99: ...ys remove the Smart Card from the Smart Card slot before moving the computer Remove the Smart Card after use Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the computer and or damage to the Smart Card 3 After inserting the Smart Card you should refer to its documentation and also check the configuration in Windows in order to ensure that it is correct Removing a Smart Card To remove ...

Page 100: ...rn the external monitor s power on Figure 4 24 Connecting the RGB cable to the External RGB monitor port 2 1 1 External RGB monitor port 2 RGB cable When you turn on the power the computer will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device When displaying desktop on an external analog monitor desktop is sometimes displayed on the center of the monitor...

Page 101: ...le into the HDMI in port of the HDMI display device 2 Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port on your computer 3 Turn the HDMI display device s power on Figure 4 25 Connecting the HDMI out port 2 1 1 HDMI out port 2 HDMI cable Please do not plug unplug an HDMI device under the following conditions The system is starting up The system is shutting down When you connect a televisi...

Page 102: ...ended screens With Intel WiDi documents streamed local media contents or other online contents can be shared wirelessly with others To use Intel WiDi either one of the following devices is required A compatible external display with built in support for Intel WiDi An external display with HDMI port and a digital adaptor featuring Intel WiDi The adaptor is a device that connects to the external dis...

Page 103: ...se the Sound dialog TOSHIBA Hi Speed Port Replicator III 180W 120W In addition to the ports available on the computer the TOSHIBA Hi Speed Port Replicator III 180W 120W also provides several kinds of ports The Port Replicator connects directly to the docking interface on the underside of the computer The AC adaptor connects the Port Replicator to a power source You must connect the AC adaptor befo...

Page 104: ...leep undocking operation You can enable disable the system sleep undocking operation If enabled the computer goes into Sleep Mode when you undock the computer You can undock the computer in one of the following ways Press the Eject button on the port replicator Click Start select Undock from the Shut down options Open the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the Windows Taskbar and selec...

Page 105: ...pped with a TOSHIBA Hi Speed Port Replicator III 180W 120W The port replicator supports a maximum of two external displays For each VIDEO panel only one port can function at a time Serial Device Some models are equipped with a Serial Connector The Serial Connector can be used to connect to RS 232C compatible devices A Serial port conversion cable comes with the models which are equipped with a Ser...

Page 106: ...ecure it in place Figure 4 28 Security lock 2 1 1 Security lock slot 2 Security lock Optional TOSHIBA Accessories You are able to add a number of options and accessories in order to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use For reference the following list details some of the items that are available from your reseller or TOSHIBA dealer Memory Kit DDR3 memory modules can easily b...

Page 107: ...below to change the microphone recording level 1 Right click on the speaker icon on the Taskbar and select Recording devices from the sub menu 2 Select Microphone and click Properties 3 On the Levels tab move the Microphone slider to increase or decrease the microphone volume level If you feel the microphone volume level is inadequate move the Microphone Boost slider to a higher level Audio Enhanc...

Page 108: ...g Limited Realtek HD Audio Manager You can confirm and change the audio configuration using the Realtek HD Audio Manager To launch the Realtek HD Audio Manager Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Realtek HD Audio Manager When you first launch the Realtek HD Audio Manager you will see two device tabs Speakers is the default output device Microphone is the default input device To change the...

Page 109: ... configured via the Screen Resolution dialog To open the Screen Resolution dialog click Start Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Display Change display settings If you are running some applications for example a 3D application or video playback you may see some disturbance flickering or frame dropping on your screen If that occurs adjust the resolution of display lowering it until the sc...

Page 110: ...y shifting some power consumption to periods when demand is lower For instance in peak hours of power consumption such as in the daytime in the summer the power consumed from the AC power source is automatically stopped and the battery is used for PC operation The AC power can then be used to charge the battery during periods where power demand is reduced such as at night thereby reducing the load...

Page 111: ...ntication a fingerprint or password is required again at the login phase TOSHIBA HDD Protection This feature uses the acceleration sensor built in the computer to detect vibration and shocks and automatically moves the hard disk drive s read write head to a safe position in order to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head to disk contact Refer to the Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Pr...

Page 112: ...lities eco Utility For details on TOSHIBA eco utility see the help file TOSHIBA Disc Creator You can create CDs and DVDs in a number of formats including audio CDs that can be played on a standard CD player and data discs which can store copies of the files and folders on your computer s hard disk drive To start this utility click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Media Entertainment Disc Creator TOSHIBA...

Page 113: ...plicable data protection law To access this utility click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Support Recovery Service Station TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor application proactively monitors a number of system functions such as power consumption battery health and system cooling informing you of significant system conditions This application recognizes the system and individual com...

Page 114: ...ing procedures 1 To access the Power Options click Start Control Panel System and Security Power Options Display automatic power off 1 This feature automatically cuts off power to the computer s display panel when there is no keyboard input for a specified time with power being restored the next time a key is pressed This can be specified in the Power Options HDD automatic power off 1 This feature...

Page 115: ...ically enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down This can be specified in the Power Options Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work you can use this feature to allow you to turn off power to the computer without exiting from your software Data is maintained in the computer s main memory so that when you next turn on the power you can continue working right where you left off Hibernation ...

Page 116: ...down to prevent any damage In this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost USB Charge Your computer can supply USB Bus power DC5V to the USB port The port with the icon supports the following feature USB Sleep and Charge System ON CDP Charge USB Sleep and Charge You can use the Sleep and Charge function to charge certain USB compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable di...

Page 117: ...Charge function is enabled the USB Wakeup function may not work for compatible ports In that case if there is a USB port that does not have the Sleep and Charge function attach the mouse or keyboard to it If all USB ports have the Sleep and Charge function change to disable Sleep and Charge function The USB Wakeup function will now work but the Sleep and Charge function will be disabled Metal pape...

Page 118: ...is enabled your computer can supply USB bus power DC5V 1 5A to the compatible ports while the computer is turned on To set System ON CDP Charge Mode click Start All Programs TOSHIBA Tools Utilities HWSetup USB System ON CDP Charge Mode Enabled Rapid USB battery charge at maximum 1 5A while PC is powered On Disabled Conventional USB battery charge while PC is powered On The System ON CDP Charge Mod...

Page 119: ... set the password a dialog box will be displayed asking whether you want to save it to a floppy diskette or other media If you forget the password you can open the password file on another computer Be sure to keep the media in a safe place When entering the character string to register the password enter from the keyboard character by character and do not enter as ASCII code or copy and paste the ...

Page 120: ...computer If the computer is not shut down or restarted the saved data may not be correctly reflected For more information on shutting down or restarting the computer refer to Turning on the power Supervisor Password If you set a Supervisor Password some functions might be restricted when a user logs on with the User Password You can start the Supervisor Password utility by accessing the following ...

Page 121: ...window contains a number of tabs to allow specific functions of the computer to be configured In addition there are also three buttons OK Cancel and Apply OK Accepts your changes and closes the TOSHIBA HWSetup window Cancel Closes the window without accepting your changes Apply Accepts all your changes without closing the TOSHIBA HWSetup window Some options shown in grey are possible to confirm th...

Page 122: ...tings battery temperature and recharging CPU memory backlight illumination time and temperatures for various devices The stored data uses a very small portion of the total hard disk capacity approximately 10MB or less per year This information is used to identify and provide a notification of system conditions which may effect the performance of your TOSHIBA computer It may also be used to help di...

Page 123: ...yed if any changes which may interfere with the operation of the program are detected Follow the instructions displayed on screen in the message Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection Some models have the function for reducing the risk of damage on the hard disk drive Using an acceleration sensor built into the computer HDD Protection detects vibration shocks and similar signs of movement of the...

Page 124: ...ction Level This function can be set to four levels The sensitivity levels in which vibrations impacts and their similar signs are detected can be set to OFF 1 2 and 3 in ascending order Level 3 is recommended for better protection of the computer However when the computer is used in a mobile environment or in other unstable conditions setting the detection level to 3 could result in frequent exec...

Page 125: ...ther subjecting it to strong impacts may cause damage to the computer Details To open the Details window click the Setup Detail button in the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window Detection Level Amplification When the AC adaptor is disconnected or the lid is closed HDD Detection assumes that the computer will be carried and sets the detection level to the maximum for 10 seconds HDD Protection ...

Page 126: ...on the on screen menu 1 Turn off the computer 2 While holding the F8 key turn on the computer 3 The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed Use the arrow keys to select Repair Your Computer and press ENTER 4 Follow the on screen instructions Check your Windows manual for more information on backing up your system including the system image backup feature Creating Recovery Media This section d...

Page 127: ...a you have chosen before proceeding USB Flash Memory will be formatted and all the data in the USB Flash Memory will be lost when proceeding 2 Turn on your computer and allow it to load the Windows operating system from the Hard Disk Drive as normal 3 Insert the first blank disc into the optical disc drive tray or insert the USB Flash Memory into one available USB port 4 Click Start All Programs T...

Page 128: ...port for assistance Restoring the pre installed software from the Recovery Hard Disk Drive A portion of the total Hard Disk Drive space is configured as a hidden recovery partition This partition stores files which can be used to restore pre installed software in the event of a problem If you subsequently set up your Hard Disk Drive again do not change delete or add partitions in a manner other th...

Page 129: ...ok from the TOSHIBA Europe Backup Media Online Shop Please note that this service is not free of charge 1 Visit https backupmedia toshiba eu on the Internet 2 Follow the on screen instructions You will receive your Recovery Discs within two weeks after placing your order User s Manual 5 20 ...

Page 130: ... in this chapter are meant only as a guide they are not definitive problem solving techniques In reality many problems can be solved simply but a few may require help from TOSHIBA Support if you find you need to consult others be prepared to describe the problem in as much detail as possible Preliminary checklist You should always consider the simplest solution first the items detailed in this che...

Page 131: ...om characters Make a screenshot of the current display and if possible look up the messages in the documentation included with the computer software or operating system Check that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached as loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent signals Do any indicators light if so which ones what color are they and do they stay on or blink Write down wha...

Page 132: ...teen seconds before turning the power on again by pressing the power button Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit the failed program without shutting down the operating system or closing other programs To close a program that has stopped responding 1 Press CTRL ALT and DEL sim...

Page 133: ...a Card Pointing Device USB device Additional memory module Sound system External monitor LAN Wireless LAN Bluetooth Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC power outlet the battery pack is the primary power source However your computer also has a number of other power resources including an intelligent power supply and a Real Time Clock RTC battery all of which are interrelated with any ...

Page 134: ...the computer and a working power outlet Check the condition of the cord and terminals If the cord is frayed or damaged it should be replaced while if the terminals are soiled they should be cleaned with a clean cotton cloth If the AC adaptor still does not power the computer you should contact TOSHIBA Support Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery you should check the status of the DC I...

Page 135: ...lace the battery taking care to ensure that it is securely seated in the computer Check the DC IN Battery indicator if it does not glow allow the computer to charge the battery for at least twenty minutes If the DC IN Battery indicator starts to glow after this period allow the battery to continue to charge for at least another twenty minutes before turning on the computer However if the indicator...

Page 136: ...ng the keyboard in any way remapping involves changing or reassigning the function of each key If you are still unable to use the keyboard you should contact TOSHIBA Support Internal display panel Apparent computer s display panel problems may be related to the computer s setup and configuration Problem Procedure No display Press the function keys to adjust the display priority and to make sure it...

Page 137: ... SSD and then reload the operating system and all other files and data If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact TOSHIBA Support Optical Disc Drive For further information please refer to Operating Basics Problem Procedure You cannot access a disc in the optical disc drive Make sure the drive s disc tray is securely closed Press gently until it clicks into place Open the disc tray and...

Page 138: ...BA Support Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse you should also refer to both the USB mouse section and the documentation supplied with your mouse Touch Pad Problem Procedure The Touch Pad does not work Check the Device Select settings Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Mouse On screen pointer does not respond to pointing device operation In this instance the system might be busy...

Page 139: ...nce the system might be busy Try moving the mouse again after waiting a short while Remove the mouse from the computer and then reconnect it to a free USB port in order to ensure it is firmly attached Double clicking does not work In this instance you should initially try changing the double click speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start Control Panel Har...

Page 140: ...ion in this section please also refer to the documentation supplied with your USB device Problem Procedure USB device does not work Remove the USB device from the computer and then reconnect it to a free port in order to ensure it is firmly attached Ensure that any required USB device drivers are properly installed to achieve this you should refer to both the device documentation and the operating...

Page 141: ...methods Turn OFF the computer while external devices are connected Connect external devices after turning OFF of the computer If this function can not be still used change the setting to disable the function and stop using this function The battery depletes quickly even when I turned OFF the power of the computer If Sleep and Charge function is enabled the computer s battery will discharge during ...

Page 142: ...r decrease volume Check the software volume settings Please check to see if Mute is turned to Off Check to make sure the headphone connection is secure Check within the Windows Device Manager application to ensure the sound device is enabled and that the device is properly working Annoying sound is heard In this instance you may be experiencing feedback from either the internal microphone or an ex...

Page 143: ...the external monitor has been disconnected while in Sleep Mode To keep this from happening do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation Mode Remember to turn off the computer before disconnecting the external monitor When the display panel and an external monitor are set to clone mode and they are turned off by the timer the display panel or the external mon...

Page 144: ...nal Bluetooth device is turned on Check to ensure that no optional Bluetooth Adaptor is installed in the computer the built in Bluetooth hardware cannot operate simultaneously with another Bluetooth controller If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact TOSHIBA Support TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the comp...

Page 145: ...ssistance Consult the reseller or dealer from where you purchased your computer and or software they are your best resource for current information and support TOSHIBA technical support If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related write to TOSHIBA at the location listed in the enclosed warranty booklet or visit www toshiba europe com on the Internet User s M...

Page 146: ... 27 8 34 9 h millimeters not including parts that extend beyond the main body Environmental Requirements Conditions Ambient temperature Relative humidity Operating 5 C 41 F to 35 C 95 F 20 to 80 noncondensing Non operating 20 C 4 F to 60 C 140 F 10 to 90 noncondensing Wet bulb temperature 29 C maximum Conditions Altitude from sea level Operating 60 to 3 000 meters Non operating 60 to 10 000 meters...

Page 147: ...A Data Signal I O 13 HSYNC Horizontal Sync Signal O 14 VSYNC Vertical Sync Signal O 15 SCL Data Clock Signal O I O I Input to computer I O O Output from computer 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 followi...

Page 148: ...d 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 National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part II The following illustrations show the...

Page 149: ...uetooth Specification depending on the model you purchased as defined and approved by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by the Bluetooth Special interest Group This Bluetooth product is not compatible with devices using Bluetooth Version 1 0B specifications The wireless devices have not completed verification of connection and ope...

Page 150: ...e organization These situations may for example include Using the Wireless products equipment on board of airplanes or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to as...

Page 151: ...or cause the loss or destruction of stored data TOSHIBA is not liable for the loss of data due to eavesdropping or illegal access through the wireless LAN and the damage thereof Card Specifications Form Factor PCI Express Mini Card Compatibility IEEE 802 11 Standard for Wireless LANs Network Operating System Microsoft Windows Networking Media Access Protocol CSMA CA Collision Avoidance with Acknow...

Page 152: ...nal Bluetooth adaptor simultaneously For reference Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features Security Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible to falsify the origin of a message Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy Worldwide operation The Bluetooth radio transmitte...

Page 153: ...ailable upgrades can be found on our web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or www pcsupport toshiba com in the United States Radio Regulatory Information The Wireless device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product This product complies with the follow...

Page 154: ...r p 100mW Permitted to use only for indoor applications closed industrial and warehouse areas and on board aircraft 1 Permitted to use for local networks of aircraft crew service communications on board aircraft in area of the airport and at all stages of flight 2 Permitted to use for public wireless access local networks on board aircraft during a flight at the altitude not less than 3000m Restri...

Page 155: ...nada Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR 210 d Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de licence Son fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes...

Page 156: ...en the antenna and the user should not be less than 20cm Please refer to the computer user s manual for the details regarding antenna location The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s website www hc sc...

Page 157: ...ation and specified low power radio station 1 Important notice The frequency bandwidth of this equipment may operate within the same range as industrial devices scientific devices medical devices microwave ovens licensed radio stations and non licensed specified low power radio stations for mobile object identification systems RFID used in factory production lines Other Radio Stations 1 Before usi...

Page 158: ...t uses FH SS modulation 3 1 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems 4 About the JEITA 5GHz Wireless LAN supports W52 W53 W56 Channel Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and it be...

Page 159: ...ndard by the countries regions in the following table If you use this equipment in the countries regions which are not listed in the table blow please contact TOSHIBA Support As of August 2013 Austria Belgium Bulgaria Canada Cyprus Czech Rep Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Italy Japan Korea Latvia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxemburg Mal...

Page 160: ...perature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model contact TOSHIBA support for details CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design configuration Under some conditions your computer product may automatically shut down This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside reco...

Page 161: ...operating system Even though some tools might display the actual physical memory built into your computer the memory available to the operating system will still be approximately 3 GB only Computers configured with a 64 bit operating system can address 4 GB or more of system memory Battery Life Battery life may vary considerably depending on product model configuration applications power managemen...

Page 162: ...n operating in AC power mode and may decrease considerably when operating in battery power mode Total Available Graphics Memory is the total of as applicable Dedicated Video Memory System Video Memory and Shared System Memory Shared System Memory will vary depending on system memory size and other factors Wireless LAN The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireles...

Page 163: ...random Access Memory DVD R DL Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Dual Layer DVD ROM Digital Versatile Disc read Only Memory DVD RW Digital Versatile Disc rewritable DVD R DL Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Double Layer FAT File Allocation Table FCC Federal Communications Commission FHD Full High Definition GB gigabyte GBps gigabytes per second HD High Definition HD High Definition Plus HDD Hard D...

Page 164: ...sociation RAM Random Access Memory RGB Red Green and Blue RFI Radio Frequency Interference ROM Read Only Memory RTC Real Time Clock S P DIF Sony philips Digital Interface Format SD Secure Digital SDHC Secure Digital High Capacity SDXC Secure Digital Extended Capacity SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SSD Solid State Drive TFT Thin film Transistor URL Uniform Resource Locator USB Unive...

Page 165: ...17 Cooling vents 3 3 3 8 D DC IN Battery indicator 3 17 Display automatic power off 5 5 hinges 3 10 opening 2 5 screen 3 10 Display controller 3 13 Documentation list 2 1 Dual Pointing Device AccuPoint 4 4 Touch Pad 6 9 DVD Super Multi drive using writing E Equipment checklist 2 1 ExpressCard inserting 4 47 removing 4 48 External monitor problems 6 14 F FN 1 reduce 4 3 FN 2 enlarge 4 3 FN 3 Volume...

Page 166: ...keys 4 4 L LAN cable types 4 32 connecting 4 33 M Media care Card care 4 45 Memory card care 4 46 Memory installing 4 30 4 34 4 39 removing 4 31 memory media card inserting 4 46 removing 4 47 Memory media slot 4 44 Moving the computer 1 18 MultiMediaCard removing 4 47 P Password power on 5 5 Starting the computer by password 5 11 Supervisor 5 11 user 5 10 Pointing Device Touch Pad 3 11 Power condi...

Page 167: ...d 6 9 USB device 6 11 USB mouse 6 10 R Recovery hard disk drive 5 19 Recovery Media 5 18 5 20 Restarting the computer 2 7 S SD SDHC SDXC Card formatting 4 45 note 4 44 Security lock 4 56 Sleep Mode setting 2 7 System automatic 5 5 Smart Card inserting 4 49 removing 4 49 Sound system problems 6 13 T TOSHIBA Disc Creator 4 18 TOSHIBA HDD SSD Alert Utility 5 3 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool 5 1 U USB dev...