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User ’ s Manual TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/ Satellite Pro S500 Series.
User ’s Manual ii T able of Content s Copyright. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User ’s Manual iii TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Chapter 2 The Grand T our Front with t he display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 1 Lef t side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User ’s Manual iv TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6- 1 Monitoring of power cond ition . . . . . . . . . . .
User ’s Manual v TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 LCD *6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-3 Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU") *7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User ’s Manual vi TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Copyright © 2010 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No p at ent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
User ’s Manual vii TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 xD-Picture Card is a trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation. Other trademarks and registered trad emarks not listed above may be used in this manual.
User ’s Manual viii TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Cont act Address: TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevar d Irvine, California 9261 8-1697 T elephon e: (949) 583-3.
User ’s Manual ix TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadia n Interference-Causng Equipment Regulation s. Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du Règlement sur le matériel brouile ur du Canada.
User ’s Manual x TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Jap an regulations Region selectio n If you are using the computer in Japa n, technical regulations described in the T elecommunications Business Law requ ire that you select the Japan region mode.
User ’s Manual xi TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Pursuant to FC C CFR 47, Part 68: When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give them the follow.
User ’s Manual xii TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Fax branding The T elephone Consum er Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful fo r any person to use a computer or other electronic device.
User ’s Manual xiii TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 3. The standard connecting ar rangement (telephone jack type) for th is equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ1 1C.
User ’s Manual xiv TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Notes for use of this device in New Zealand ■ The grant of a T elepermit for a device in no way indicates T elecom acceptance of responsibility for the correct operation of that device under all operating conditions.
User ’s Manual xv TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 ■ When used in the Auto Answe r mode, the S0 register must be se t with a value of 3 or 4. This ensures: a/ A person calling your modem wi ll h ear a short burst of ring ing before the modem answers.
User ’s Manual xvi TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 The T elepermit label may also be shown on the packaging of the prod uct and in the sales literature, as required in PTC 100. The charge for a T elepermit assessment is $337.50. An additional charge of $337.
User ’s Manual xvii TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Disposing of the computer and the computer's batteries ■ Discard this compu ter in accordance with appli cable laws and regulations. For further information, cont act y our local government.
User ’s Manual xviii TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Optical disc drive safety instructions TEAC DVD-ROM drive DV -28S Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this secti on. ■ The DVD-ROM drive model employs a laser system.
User ’s Manual xix TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 TEAC DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording DV -W28S ■ The DVD Super Multi drive model employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this pro duct, please read this instruction ma nual carefully and retain for future reference.
User ’s Manual xx TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Panasonic Commu nications DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording UJ890 ■ The DVD Super Multi drive model employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this pro duct, please read this instruction ma nual carefully and retain for future reference.
User ’s Manual xxi TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 HIT ACH I L G DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording G T20N ■ The DVD Super Multi drive model employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this pro duct, please read this instruction ma nual carefully and retain for future reference.
User ’s Manual xxii TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 International precautions CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT .” T o use this model properly , read the instruction manual carefully a nd keep this manual for your future reference.
User ’s Manual xxiii TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråini ng överstigande gränsen för laserklass 1. V AROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaaralli sta lasersäteilyä.
User ’s Manual xxii Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TECRA A1 1/S1 1 /P1 1Satellite Pro S500 Series co mputer . This powerful noteboo k computer provides excellent expansion capability , includes multimedia functionality , and is designed to provide years of reli able, high -performance computin g.
User ’s Manual xxiii TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Icons Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer . The indicator pane l also uses icon s to identify the co mponent s it is provid ing inform ation on. Keys The keyboard keys are used in th e te xt to describe many computer operations.
User ’s Manual xxiv TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 T erminology This term is defined in this document as follows: Star t The word " Sta rt " refers to the " " button in Windows 7. HDD or Hard disk drive Some models are equipped with a "Solid S tate Drive (SSD)" instead of a hard disk drive.
User ’s Manual xxv General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety , minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability . Ho we ver , certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damag e to the computer .
User ’s Manual xxvi TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Creating a computer-friendly enviro nment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any ot her items you are using, s uch as a pri nter . Leave enough space around the comput er and o ther equipment to provide adequate venti lation.
User ’s Manual xxvii TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 Pressure or imp act damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the com puter or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer's compone nts or otherwise cause it to malfu nction.
User ’s Manual 1-1 Chapter 1 Getting S t arted This chapter provides an equ ipment checklist, and basic informa tion to start using your computer . Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your comp uter , taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use.
User ’s Manual 1-2 Getting S tarted Sof tware The following Wi ndows ® operating system and uti lity sof tware are pre- installed. ■ Windows 7 ■ TOSHIBA V alue Added Package ■ TOSHIBA Recover.
User ’s Manual 1-3 Getting S tarted Getting St arted This section provides basic information to start using your computer . It covers the following topics: ■ Connecting the AC adaptor ■ Opening .
User ’s Manual 1-4 Getting S tarted Connecting the A C adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to cha rge the battery or you want to operate from AC power . It is also th e fastest way to get started, because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power .
User ’s Manual 1-5 Getting S tarted 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor . Figure 1-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adap tor (2-pin plug) Figure 1-2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adap tor (3-pin plug) 2. Connect the AC adaptor ’s DC output plug to the DC IN 15V jack on the back of the computer .
User ’s Manual 1-6 Getting S tarted Opening the disp lay The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing. While holding down the palm rest with one ha nd so that the ma.
User ’s Manual 1-7 Getting S tarted T urning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power - the Power indicator will then indicate the status. Please refer to the Monitoring of power condition section in Chapter 6, Power and Powe r-Up Modes fo r more information.
User ’s Manual 1-8 Getting S tarted T urning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes, either Shut Down Mode, Hibernation Mode or Sleep Mode.
User ’s Manual 1-9 Getting S tarted Benefits of Sleep Mode The Sleep Mode feature provide s the following benefits: ■ Restores the previous workin g environment more rapid ly than does the Hibernation Mode feature.
User ’s Manual 1-10 Getting S tarted When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer . Sleep Mode limitations Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions: ■ Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down.
User ’s Manual 1-1 1 Getting S tarted S tarting Hibernation Mode T o enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below . 1. Click Start . 2. Point to the arro w icon ( ) and then select Hibernate from the menu.
User ’s Manual 1-12 Getting S tarted ■ Press the power button and hold it do wn for five seconds. Once the computer has turned itself off, wait between ten and fifteen seconds before turning the power on again by pressing the power button.
User ’s Manual 1-13 Getting S tarted System Recovery This section describes the creatio n of Recovery Media and their use. Creating Recovery Media This section describes how to crea te Recovery Media.
User ’s Manual 1-14 Getting S tarted 4. Double click the Re covery Media Creator icon on the Windows 7 desktop, or select the appl ication from Start Menu. 5. After Recovery Media Creator starts , select the type of media and the title you wish to copy , and then click the Create button.
User ’s Manual 1-15 Getting S tarted Restoring the pre-inst alled softw are from your crea ted Recovery Media If the pre-installed files are damaged , you are able to either use the Recovery Media you have created or the hard disk drive recovery process to restore the computer to the state it was in when you originally received it.
User ’s Manual 2-1 Chapter 2 The Grand T our This chapter identifies the various co mponen ts of the computer - it is recommended that you become famili ar with each before you operate the computer . Front with the display closed The following fig ure shows the computer ’ s front with its display panel in the closed position.
User ’s Manual 2-2 The Grand T our System indicators These LED indicato rs allow you to monitor the status of various com puter functions and are described in more detail within the System indicators section.
User ’s Manual 2-3 The Grand T our Lef t side The following figure shows the comp uter ’s left side. * Provided with some models. Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
User ’s Manual 2-4 The Grand T our Please note that it is n ot possible to confirm the operation of all functions of all USB devices that are available. In vi ew of this it may be noted that some functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly .
User ’s Manual 2-5 The Grand T our Right side The following figure shows the comp uter ’s right side. * Provided with some models. Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer 1. Smart Card slot* 4.
User ’s Manual 2-6 The Grand T our Back The following figure shows the comp uter ’s back. * Provided with some models. Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. Figure 2-4 The back of the compu ter Please note that it is not possible to confir m the operation of all functi ons of all USB devices th at are avail able.
User ’s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our DC IN 15V 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 wi th the computer at the time of purchase - using the wrong AC adaptor can cause damage to the computer .
User ’s Manual 2-8 The Grand T our Underside The following figure shows the undersi de of the computer . Y ou shou ld ensure that the disp lay is closed befo re the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage. * Provided with some models. Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
User ’s Manual 2-9 The Grand T our Memory module slot The memory module slot a llows for the installation, replacement and removal of additional memory module. Refer to the Additional memory module section in Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Op tions.
User ’s Manual 2-10 The Grand T our Front with the display op en This section shows the computer with the display panel open. In order to open the display , lift the display panel up and position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you.
User ’s Manual 2-1 1 The Grand T our Web Camera LED The Web Camera LED glows when the W eb Camera is operating. Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer . Y ou can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communica tion tool such as Windows Live Messenger .
User ’s Manual 2-12 The Grand T our volume down button Press this button to decrease the volume. volume up button Press this button to increase the volume.
User ’s Manual 2-13 The Grand T our Indicators This section explains ind icator functions. System indica tors LED system indicators next to their resp ective icons, glow when specific computer operations are in progress.
User ’s Manual 2-14 The Grand T our Wireless indicators Wireless indicators next to their respective icons, glow when specific computer operations are in progress. Figure 2-8 Wireless indicators DC IN The DC IN indicator n ormally glows green wh en power is being correctly supplied from the AC power adaptor .
User ’s Manual 2-15 The Grand T our Keyboard indicators A4 size keyboard The following figures show the position s of the CAPS LOCK indicator and the keypad overlay indicators which show the following conditions: ■ When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows, the keyboard will produce capitals when any letter is typed.
User ’s Manual 2-16 The Grand T our Figure 2-10 Keypad overlay indicator s Full size keyboard The following figures show the position s of the CAPS LOCK indicator and the NUM LOCK indicators which show the following conditions: ■ When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows, the keyboard will produce capitals when any letter is typed.
User ’s Manual 2-17 The Grand T our Figure 2-1 1 Keypad indicators Optical disc drives The computer may be in stalled with a DVD-ROM or DVD S uper Multi drive. A Serial A T A interface controller is used for CD/DVD-ROM operation. Wh en the computer is accessing a CD/DV D, an indicator on the drive glows.
User ’s Manual 2-18 The Grand T our W rit able discs This section describes the types of writ able CD/DVD discs. Check the specifications of your d rive to see the types of discs it can write. Use TOSHIBA Disc Creator to write compact discs. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics .
User ’s Manual 2-19 The Grand T our DVD-ROM dri ve The full-size DVD-ROM drive module lets you run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs witho ut using an adaptor. DVD Super Multi drive Double La yer The full-size DVD Super Multi drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run ei ther 12 cm (4.
User ’s Manual 2-20 The Grand T our AC adaptor The AC adaptor can automa tically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 240 volts and to a fre quency of either 5 0 or 60 hertz, enablin g you to u se this computer in almost all country/ region. The adaptor converts AC power to DC power and re duces the voltage supplied to this computer .
User ’s Manual 3-1 Chapter 3 Hardware, Utilities and Options Hardware This section describes the hardware of your computer . The actual specifications ma y vary depending on the model you purchased. Processor CPU Y our co mputer is equipped with one processor and processor type varies depending on model.
User ’s Manual 3-2 Hardware, Utilities and Options Memory Power Memory slots 1 GB, 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules can be installed in the computer's two memory slots for a maximum of 8,192MB system memory . This computer can be equipped with memory modules of a maximum size of 8,192MB.
User ’s Manual 3-3 Hardware, Utilities and Options Disks Legal Footnote (Battery Life) *4 For more information regarding Batter y Life, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix G or click the *4 above. RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real T ime Clock (RTC) and calendar .
User ’s Manual 3-4 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optical disc drive Display The computer's internal disp lay panel supports high-resolution video graphics and can be se t to a wide ran ge of viewing angl es for maximum comfort and readability .
User ’s Manual 3-5 Hardware, Utilities and Options Sound Multimedia Communications Legal Footnote (Graphics Pr ocessor Unit ("GPU")) *7 For more information regarding the Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU"), please refer to the Legal Foo tnotes section in Appendix G or click the *7 above.
User ’s Manual 3-6 Hardware, Utilities and Options Sp ecial features The following features are eithe r un ique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which ma ke the computer more con venient to use. Access each function using the followi ng procedures.
User ’s Manual 3-7 Hardware, Utilities and Options Display au tomatic power off *1 This feature au tomaticall y cut s 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.
User ’s Manual 3-8 Hardware, Utilities and Options Low battery automatic Hibernation Mod e *1 When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cannot be continued, the system automatically ent ers Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down.
User ’s Manual 3-9 Hardware, Utilities and Options T OSHIBA V alue Added Package This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre-installed on the computer .
User ’s Manual 3-10 Hardware, Utilities and Options Utilities and Applications This section describes the pre-installed utilities that come w ith the computer and details how to st art them. For further information on their operation, please refer to each utility's online manu al, help files or README.
User ’s Manual 3-1 1 Hardware, Utilities and Options Fingerprint Utility This product has a fingerprint utility inst alled for the purpose of enrolling and recogn izing fingerprints which can then be linked to a username and password in order to remove the need to input these details from the keyboard.
User ’s Manual 3-12 Hardware, Utilities and Options ■ Frame dropping, audio skip ping or out of synch audio and video may occur during playback of some DVD Video titles. ■ Make sure to connect the computer's AC adapto r when playing a DVD Video.
User ’s Manual 3-13 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA Disc Creator Y ou can cre ate CD's and DVD's in a number of formats including audio CD's that can be played on a standard CD player , and data CD's/DVD's which can store copie s of the files and folders on your computer's hard disk drive.
User ’s Manual 3-14 Hardware, Utilities and Options Window s Mobility Center Mobility Center is a u ti lity for accessing several mobile PC settings quickly in one window . A default maximu m of eight tiles are provided b y the operating syst em, and the addit ional two tiles are added to your Mobility Center .
User ’s Manual 3-15 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optional devices Optional devices can expand the computer's capabilities and its versatility .
User ’s Manual 3-16 Hardware, Utilities and Options T o insert an ExpressCard, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Press the Dummy card in order to eject the Dummy card partially out of the computer . 2. Grasp the Dummy card and draw it. 3. Insert the ExpressCard into the ExpressCard slot on the side of the computer .
User ’s Manual 3-17 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-2 Removing the ExpressCard 5. Insert the Dummy card into the ExpressCard slot. PC Card The computer is equi pped with a sin gle PC Card slot that can accommodate a T ype II format card.
User ’s Manual 3-18 Hardware, Utilities and Options 3. After inserting the PC Card you should refe r to its document ation and also check the configuration in Windows in order to ensure tha t it is correct. Removing a PC Card T o remove a PC Card, follow the step s as det aile d below: 1.
User ’s Manual 3-19 Hardware, Utilities and Options Inserting a Smart Card The Smart C ard slot is l ocated o n the righ t side of the computer . The Windows hot-install feature allows you to in sert a Smart Card while the computer is turned on. T o install a Smart Card, follow the steps as det ailed below: 1.
User ’s Manual 3-20 Hardware, Utilities and Options Removing a Smart Card T o remove a Smart Card, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Open the Safely Remove Ha rdware icon on the Windows T askbar . 2. Point to Smart Card and click the left T ouch Pad control bu tton.
User ’s Manual 3-21 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-7 Examples of memory media Memory media This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media.
User ’s Manual 3-22 Hardware, Utilities and Options ■ The maximum capacity of SD memo ry cards is 2GB. The maximum capacity of SDHC memory cards is 32GB. Memory media format New medi a cards ar e format ted accor ding to specific standards. If you wish to reformat a media card, be sure to do so with a device that uses media cards.
User ’s Manual 3-23 Hardware, Utilities and Options ■ Do not remove a card while read/wri te is in progress. About the write-protect The following memory media ha ve a function for protect.
User ’s Manual 3-24 Hardware, Utilities and Options Remo vin g a me mory med ia The following instru ctions apply to all types of supported media device s. T o remove a memory media, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Open the Safely Remove Ha rdware icon on the Windows T askbar .
User ’s Manual 3-25 Hardware, Utilities and Options ■ Y ou shoul d place a mat beneath the co mputer in order to prevent the computer's lid from becoming scr atched or damag ed when you are installing/replacing the memory module. In this instance you should avoid mats that are made of materials that hold or generate static electricity .
User ’s Manual 3-26 Hardware, Utilities and Options Point to note about memory module error If you install a memory module that is not compatible with the computer , the Power indicator will flashes (on fo r 0.
User ’s Manual 3-27 Hardware, Utilities and Options 6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it of f. Figure 3-10 Removing the memory module cover 7.
User ’s Manual 3-28 Hardware, Utilities and Options 8. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with on e screw . Figure 3-12 Seating the memory module cover 9. Install the battery pa ck - refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Powe r-Up Modes, if required.
User ’s Manual 3-29 Hardware, Utilities and Options 5. Loosen the one screw securing the memory module cover in place - please note that this screw is attached to the cover i n order to prevent it from being lost. 6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it of f.
User ’s Manual 3-30 Hardware, Utilities and Options External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer . T o connect a monitor , follow the steps as detailed below: Connecting the monitor cable 1.
User ’s Manual 3-31 Hardware, Utilities and Options Mini DisplayPort With a suitable ada pter (such as the "Mini DisplayPort to HDMI adapter" or "Mini DisplayPort to DVI adapter"), this port enables you to connect an external monitor .
User ’s Manual 3-32 Hardware, Utilities and Options USB FDD Kit The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1.44MB or 720KB floppy diskette and connects to one of the computer's USB ports.
User ’s Manual 3-33 Hardware, Utilities and Options Disconnecting the USB fl oppy diskette drive When you have finished using the USB floppy diskette drive, you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it: 1. W ait for the Disk-In-Use Indicator light to go out to make sure all floppy diskette activity has stopped.
User ’s Manual 3-34 Hardware, Utilities and Options Disconnecting an eSA T A device When you have finished using an eSA T A device, you can fol low the procedures below in order to disconnect it: 1. W ait for the i ndicator light of an eSA T A devi ce to go out to make sure all activity has stopped.
User ’s Manual 3-35 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-19 Connecting the serial connector to the serial port TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator In addition to the ports available on the computer , the TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator also provides several kinds o f ports.
User ’s Manual 3-36 Hardware, Utilities and Options Security lock A security locks enable you to ancho r your computer a desk or other heavy object in order to help prevent unautho rized removal or theft.
User ’s Manual 3-37 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optional accessories Y ou are able to add a numb er of options and accessories in order to ma ke your computer even more powerful and convenient to use .
User ’s Manual 4-1 Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer , highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it. T OSHIBA Dual Pointing Device Some models are equip ped with a du al point system: a T ouch Pad and an AccuPoint pointing stick.
User ’s Manual 4-2 Operating Basics The two butt ons below th e T ouch Pad ar e used like th e buttons on a standard mouse - press the left butt on to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the po inter , and press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using.
User ’s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics Replacing the cap The AccuPoint cap is an expendable item that should be replaced after prolonged use. The spare AccuPoint cap is supplied with some models. 1. T o remove the AccuPoint cap, firmly pinch the cap and pull it straight up.
User ’s Manual 4-4 Operating Basics How to Sw ipe your Finger Using the following steps when swiping fin gers for fingerprint registration or authentication will help to mi nimi ze authenticati on failures: Align the first joint of the fi nger to the center of the sensor.
User ’s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics ■ Do not paste stickers or write on the sensor . ■ Do not touch the sensor with a fing er or any other object which ma y have a build-up of static electricity on it. Observe the following before you place your finger on the sen sor whether for fingerprint enro llment/registration or reco gnition.
User ’s Manual 4-6 Operating Basics ■ Y ou ca n back up the fingerprint data or the informatio n registered to Automatic password input in IE. ■ Please use Import/Export on TOSH IBA Fingerprint Utility main menu. ■ Please also refer to the fingerprint utility Help file for more information.
User ’s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics 6. Swipe three times with the same finger . If scanning of fingerprint succeeds, "Enrollment succ eed. Do you want to save this fingerprint?" message box will appear . Click OK . 7. The following message will be displayed: "It is strongly recommended you enroll one mor e finger.
User ’s Manual 4-8 Operating Basics 8. "Are you sure you want to quit?" is displayed. Click OK . It will be returned to the TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility main menu. Windows Logon via Fin gerprint Authentication In place of the usual Windows logo n by ID and password, fingerprint authentication also allo ws logon to Window s.
User ’s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics Overview about Fingerprint Single Sign-on feature This is a feature that allow s the user to complete the authentica tion for both the User/BIOS Password (and, if ap plicable, the HDD(Hard Disk Drive) Password) and logging onto Wind ows using only one fingerprint authentication when booting up.
User ’s Manual 4-10 Operating Basics 7. Select Setting in the main menu to open the Setting window , you can ■ Select Boot authentication check box if you want to use the fingerprint boot au thentication feature. ■ Select Boot authentication and Single sign-on check boxes if you want to use the Single Sign-on feature.
User ’s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics Using the T OSHIBA Face Recognition TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verificati on library to verify the face data of users when they log in to Windows. The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like, which makes the login process easier .
User ’s Manual 4-12 Operating Basics TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIA TES A ND SUPPLIERS SHALL HA VE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE T O OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DA T A, NE TWORK SYSTEMS OR REMOV ABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESUL TING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT , EVEN IF AD VISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF .
User ’s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics 9. Register the account. Fill in all the fields. 10. The Manage ment screen is displayed. The registered account name wi ll be displayed. Clicking on it wi ll cause the captured image of your face to be displayed on the left.
User ’s Manual 4-14 Operating Basics 5. V erificatio n will be performed. If the authentication is successful, the image data taken in step 4 will be faded in and placed over one another . ■ If an error occurs during authentication, you will be returned to the Select Tiles screen.
User ’s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics Loading discs T o load CD/DVDs, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. When the computer ’s power is on, press the eject button to open the disc tray slightly . 2. Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully op ened.
User ’s Manual 4-16 Operating Basics 4. Press gently at the center of the CD/DVD until you feel it click into place. The CD/DVD shou ld lie below the top of the spindl e, flush with the spindle base. 5. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place.
User ’s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics Removing discs T o remove the CD/DVD, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. T o pop the disc tray partially open, press the eject button. Gently pull the disc tray out until it is fully opened. 2. The CD/DVD extends slightly over t he sides of the disc tra y so you can grasp it.
User ’s Manual 4-18 Operating Basics How to rem ove CD /DVD w hen the disc tray will n ot open Pressing the eject button will not open the d isc tray when the computer power is off.
User ’s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics Import ant message Before you write or rewrite to an y of the media supported by the DVD Super Multi Drive, please read and follow all of the setup and opera ting instructions in this section.
User ’s Manual 4-20 Operating Basics CD-R: T AIYO YUDEN CO., Ltd. MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L TD. Hitachi Maxell,Lt d. CD-RW: (Multi-Speed and High-Speed) MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L TD. CD-RW : (Ultra-S peed) MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., L TD.
User ’s Manual 4-21 Operating Basics ■ If the disc is poor in quality , or is dirty or damaged, wr itin g or rewriting errors may be noted - ensure that you check a ll discs for dirt or damage before you use them.
User ’s Manual 4-22 Operating Basics ■ Be sure to close all other software programs except for the writing software itself. ■ Do not run software such as a screen saver wh ich can put a heavy load on the processor . ■ Operate the computer at its full power settings - do not use any power- saving features.
User ’s Manual 4-23 Operating Basics ■ Make sure tha t the wr ite/rewr ite operation is completed before going into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode (writing is completed if you can remove an optical media on the DVD Super Multi drive). ■ If the media is of poo r quality , or is d irty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may occur .
User ’s Manual 4-24 Operating Basics ■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator does not supp ort recording to DVD-RAM discs - to achieve this you should use Windows Explore r or another similar utility .
User ’s Manual 4-25 Operating Basics 4. Hold the CD or DVD by its outside edge or the edge on the center hole - any fingerprints on the surface of t he disc can pre vent the drive from properly reading data. 5. Do not expose the CD or DVD to di rect sunlight, extreme heat or cold.
User ’s Manual 4-26 Operating Basics V olume Mixe r The V o lume Mixer utility lets you control the audio volume for playback of devices and app lications under Windo ws. ■ T o launch the V olume Mixer utility , right cl ick on the speaker icon on the T askbar , and select Open V olume Mixer from the sub menu.
User ’s Manual 4-27 Operating Basics Power Management The audio controller in your co mput er can be turned off when the audio function is not used. T o adjust the configuration of aud io power management, click the battery button .
User ’s Manual 4-28 Operating Basics Modem This section describes how to connect and disconnect the internal modem to and from a telephone jack. Region selectio n T elecommunication regula tions vary from one re gion to another , so you will need to make sure the internal modem’s settings are corre ct for the region in which it will be used.
User ’s Manual 4-29 Operating Basics 4. Select either a region from the regi on menu or a telephony lo cation from the sub-menu. ■ When you click a reg ion it becomes the modem's defaul t selection for any new dialling locations that are cre ated within the Wi ndows Control Panel (Phone and Modem Optio ns).
User ’s Manual 4-30 Operating Basics 1. Plug the end of the modular cable into the computer' s modem jack. 2. Plug the other end of the modular cable into a te lephone jack. Figure 4-10 Connecting the internal modem Disconnecting the m odular cable T o disconnect the modular cable, follow the steps as detailed below: 1.
User ’s Manual 4-31 Operating Basics Wireless com munications The computer ’s wireless communication function supports some wireless communication devi ces.
User ’s Manual 4-32 Operating Basics Setting 1. Please make sure that the Wireless Communication S witch is turned on. 2. Click Start -> Control Panel -> Netw ork and Internet -> Network and Sharing Center . 3. Click Set up a connec tion or netwo rk .
User ’s Manual 4-33 Operating Basics Security T wo advanced security mechanis ms ensure a high le vel of security: ■ Authentication prevents access to critical dat a and makes it impossible to falsify the origin of a message. ■ Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy .
User ’s Manual 4-34 Operating Basics Wireless comm unication Indicator The wireless communication indicator shows the status of the computer's wireless com municatio n function s.
User ’s Manual 4-35 Operating Basics If you are using Ethernet LAN (1 0 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), you can connect with a CA T3 or high er cable. Connecting the LAN cable T o connect the LAN cable, foll ow the steps as detailed below: 1. T urn of f the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer .
User ’s Manual 4-36 Operating Basics Disconnecting the L AN cable T o disconnect the LAN cable, follow the steps as det ailed below: 1. Pinch the lever on the connector in the computer ’s LAN jack and pull out the connector . 2. Disconnect th e cable from the L AN hub or router in the same manner .
User ’s Manual 4-37 Operating Basics ■ Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer . ■ Close the display panel. ■ Do not pick up the comp uter by its disp lay pan el.
User ’s Manual 4-38 Operating Basics TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties Y ou can change the TOSHIBA HDD Protection settings by using the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window . T o open the window , click Star t -> All Programs -> TOS HI BA -> Utilities -> HDD Protection Settings .
User ’s Manual 4-39 Operating Basics Det ails T o open the Details window , click the Setup Det ail button in the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window .
User ’s Manual 4-40 Operating Basics However , the "USB Sleep and Charge function" may not work with certain external devices even if they are comp liant with the USB specification. In those cases, turn the power of the computer ON to charge t he device .
User ’s Manual 4-41 Operating Basics Enabling USB Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable and disab le the USB Sleep and Charge function in groups.
User ’s Manual 5-1 Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer ’s keyboard layouts ar e compatible with a 104/105-key enhanced keyboard - by pressing some keys in combination, all of the 104/105-key enhanced ke yboard functions can be performed on the computer .
User ’s Manual 5-2 The Keyboard Function keys: F1 … F12 The function keys (not to be confuse d with the special FN key) are the twelve keys at the top of your key board - these keys function differentl y from other keys.
User ’s Manual 5-3 The Keyboard For A4 size keyboard: Press FN + F10 or FN + F1 1 to access the computer's inte grated keypad. When activated, the keys with grey ma rkings on their bottom e dge become either numeric keypad keys ( FN + F1 1 ) or cursor control keys ( FN + F10 ).
User ’s Manual 5-4 The Keyboard Sleep : Pressing FN + F3 switches the system to Sleep Mode. Hibernate : Pressing FN + F4 switches the system to Hibernation Mode. Output : Pressing FN + F5 changes the active display devi ce. Brightness Down : Pressing FN + F6 decreases the computer's display panel brightness in individual steps.
User ’s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard Zoom: Pressing FN + Sp ace changes the display resolution. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (reduce): Pressing FN + 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes wi thin one of the supported applicatio n windows.
User ’s Manual 5-6 The Keyboard Keyp ad overlay for A4 size keyboard Y our computer's keyboa rd may not have a separate numeric keypad but includes a numeric keypad overlay which functions like one - this is located in the center of the keyb oard with the relevant keys havi ng grey letters at their front edge.
User ’s Manual 5-7 The Keyboard T emporarily using normal keyboard (ove rlay on) While using the overlay , you can te mporarily access the normal keyboard functions without having to turn the overlay off: 1. Hold down FN key and press any other key - this key will operate as if the overlay were off.
User ’s Manual 6-1 Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes The computer's p ower resources in clude the AC ad aptor , battery pack and any internal batteries.
User ’s Manual 6-2 Power and Power-Up Modes T able 6-1 Pow er conditions continued Monitoring of power condition As shown in the below table, the Battery , DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer ’s operating capability and battery charge status.
User ’s Manual 6-3 Power and Power-Up Modes DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine t he power status with the AC adaptor connected - the follow ing indi cator conditions shou ld be n.
User ’s Manual 6-4 Power and Power-Up Modes Real Time Clock (RTC) battery The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power fo r the internal real time clock and calendar function and also main tains the system configuration while the computer is turned off.
User ’s Manual 6-5 Power and Power-Up Modes Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low , the Battery indicator will flash orange to indicate that only a fe w minutes of batte ry power remain.
User ’s Manual 6-6 Power and Power-Up Modes Battery charging notice The battery may not begin charging immediately under the followin g conditions: ■ The battery is extremely hot or cold (if the battery is extremely hot, it might not charge at all).
User ’s Manual 6-7 Power and Power-Up Modes Maximizing battery op erating time A battery's usefulness depends on how long it can su pply power on a single charge, while how long the c harg e la.
User ’s Manual 6-8 Power and Power-Up Modes ■ If you have extra battery p acks, rotate their use. ■ If you will not be using the system for an extended period, for example for more than one month, remove th e battery pack from the computer . ■ S tore spare battery pa cks in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.
User ’s Manual 6-9 Power and Power-Up Modes 6. Slide and hold the battery release latch (2 ) to disengage the battery pack and then remove it from the computer (3). Figure 6-1 Releasing the battery pack Installing the battery pack T o install a battery pack, follow the steps as detailed below: 1.
User ’s Manual 6-10 Power and Power-Up Modes T OSH IBA P assword Utilit y The TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two levels of password security : User and Supervisor .
User ’s Manual 6-1 1 Power and Power-Up Modes ■ Change (button) Click this button to change a registered password. Before you can change a password, you must first ent er the current password correctly . Please use BIOS Setup to change or delete th e HDD Passwords or to set the HDD Master Password.
User ’s Manual 6-12 Power and Power-Up Modes T o enter a password manually , fol low the steps as det ailed below: 1. T urn on the power as described in Chapter 1, Gett ing St arted . The following message will a ppear in the screen: S Password= 2. Enter the Password.
User ’s Manual 6-13 Power and Power-Up Modes System automa tic Sleep/Hibernation This feature automaticall y turns off the system in Sleep or Hibernatio n Mode if the computer is not used for a set duration. Refer to Special features , in Chapter 3 for an explanation of how to set the duration.
User ’s Manual 7-1 Chapter 7 HW Setup This chapter explains how to use the TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer , and provides information on settings for various functions. Accessing HW Set up T o run the HW Setup program, click Start -> All Programs -> TO SH IB A -> Utilities -> HWSetup .
User ’s Manual 7-2 HW Setu p General This window displays the BIOS/EC version and contains two buttons : Default and About . Setup This field displays the installed BIOS version , date and EC version . Display This tab let s you customize your computer ’s display settings for either the internal display or an external monitor .
User ’s Manual 7-3 HW Setu p Boot Priority Boot Priority O ptions This tab allows you to set the priority for booting the computer . The Boot Priority Options setting window will be displayed as shown below . Click the up and down a rrow buttons to adjust the priority .
User ’s Manual 7-4 HW Setu p T o change the boot drive, follow the steps below . 1. Hold down F12 and boot the computer . when the TOSHIBA Leading Innovation >>> screen appears, release the F12 key . 2. Use the up and down cursor keys to select the boot device you want and press ENTER .
User ’s Manual 7-5 HW Setu p CPU This function allows yo u to set the processor's operating mode. Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode This option allows you to configure the power saving modes associate.
User ’s Manual 7-6 HW Setu p Built-in LA N This feature enables or disab les the Built-in LAN. USB USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulat ion Y ou can use this opti on to enable or disable USB keyboard/mou se l.
User ’s Manual 7-7 HW Setu p SA T A eSA T A This feature allo ws you to set conditions for SA T A. SA T A In terface set ting This feature allo ws you to set SA T A interface setting. Enabled Enables the eSA T A port. (Default) Disabled Disables the eSA T A port in order to save power .
User ’s Manual 8-1 Chapter 8 T r oubleshooting TOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability , ho wever , should problems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed in this chapter to help determi ne the cause.
User ’s Manual 8-2 T roubleshooting ■ Before you attach an external device you shou ld first turn the computer off, then when you turn the computer back on again it will recognize the new device.
User ’s Manual 8-3 T roubleshooting Hardware and system checklist This section discusses problems ca used by your computer ’s hardware or attached peripherals. Basic problems may o ccur in the following areas: Software The problems may be caused by your sof tware or disk.
User ’s Manual 8-4 T roubleshooting System start- up When the computer does not start pr operly , check the following items: ■ Self T est ■ Power Sources ■ Power-on Password Self test While booting up the computer , self te st is executed aut omatical ly and the TOSHIBA logo is displayed on the screen.
User ’s Manual 8-5 T roubleshooting Overheating power down If the processor's temperature reaches an unaccep tably high level with either setting, the computer will automa tically shuts down to prevent any damage - in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost.
User ’s Manual 8-6 T roubleshooting Battery If you suspect a problem with the b attery , you shoul d check the status of the DC IN indicator as well as the Battery indicator . Please refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for more information on these indicators, together with general battery operation.
User ’s Manual 8-7 T roubleshooting Real Time Clock Password Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by the setup and conf iguratio n of the computer - please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard for further in formation. Problem Pro cedure The following message is Displayed on the screen: RTC Power Failure.
User ’s Manual 8-8 T roubleshooting Internal display p anel Apparent computer's display pane l problems may be related to the computer's setup and configuration - please refer to Chapter 7, HW Setu p , for further information.
User ’s Manual 8-9 T roubleshooting DVD-ROM dri ve For more inform ation, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Slow performance The files on the hard disk drive may be fragmented - in this instance you should run the disk Defragmentation utili ty to check the condition of your files and the hard disk drive.
User ’s Manual 8-10 T roubleshooting Check the type of CD/D VD you are using. The drive supports: DVD-ROM: DVD-ROM, DVD-Video CD - RO M : CD-DA, CD-T ext, Photo CD (single/multi-session), CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2, CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2), Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA), Addressing Method 2 Check the re gion code on the DVD .
User ’s Manual 8-1 1 T roubleshooting DVD Supe r Multi drive For more inform ation, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Problem Pro cedure Y ou cannot access a CD/DVD in the drive Make sure the drive’s disc tray is securely closed. Press gently until it clicks into place.
User ’s Manual 8-12 T roubleshooting USB floppy diskette drive For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . PC Card For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options .
User ’s Manual 8-13 T roubleshooting SD/SDHC Card For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . Smart Card For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options .
User ’s Manual 8-14 T roubleshooting Memo ry Stick For further information, plea se refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utiliti es and Options . xD picture card For further information, plea se refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utiliti es and Options .
User ’s Manual 8-15 T roubleshooting MultiMediaC ard For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . Dual Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse, you should also refer to both the USB device section in this chapter , and the documentation supplied with your mouse.
User ’s Manual 8-16 T roubleshooting The on-screen pointer moves too fast or too slow In this instance, you should initiall y try changing the speed setting within th e Mouse Control utility . 1. T o access this utility , click Sta rt -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Soun d -> Mouse .
User ’s Manual 8-17 T roubleshooting USB mouse Problem Procedure On-screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation In this instance the system might be busy - T ry moving the mouse again after waiti ng a short while. Remove the mouse from the computer and then reconnect it to a free USB port it in order to ensure it is firmly attached.
User ’s Manual 8-18 T roubleshooting Fingerprint Sensor Problem Pro cedure Readin g of the fingerprint was not successful. In this instance you should try the fingerprint reading operation agai n using the correct finger position - plea se refer to Using the Fingerprint Sensor in Chapter 4, Operating Basics for further information.
User ’s Manual 8-19 T roubleshooting USB device In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with yo ur USB device. USB Sleep and Charge function For more informa tion and settings, plea se refer to th e Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
User ’s Manual 8-20 T roubleshooting Some external devices may not be able to use the "USB Sleep and Charge function". In this case, please try one or more of the following methods. ■ Select another mode. ■ T urn OFF the computer while ex ternal devices are connected.
User ’s Manual 8-21 T roubleshooting eSA T A device In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with your eSA T A device. Additional mem ory m odule Please also refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options , for further information on installing and removing memory modules.
User ’s Manual 8-22 T roubleshooting Sound system In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with yo ur audio device. An error will occur if a memory module is inserted into Sl ot B while no memory module is inserted in Slot A.
User ’s Manual 8-23 T roubleshooting External monitor Please also refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options , and to the documentation supplied with your monitor for further information.
User ’s Manual 8-24 T roubleshooting Modem This information is appl icable to the models equipped with a built-in modem. Problem Procedure Communication software can’t initialize modem Make sure the computer's intern al modem settings are correct - please refer to the Phone and Modem Options link within the Windows Control Pane l.
User ’s Manual 8-25 T roubleshooting LAN Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not re store LAN access, consult your LAN administrator . For more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Bluetooth For further information on Bluetooth wire less communication, please refer to Chapter 4, Ope rating Basics .
User ’s Manual 8-26 T roubleshooting Recovery Media T OSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to cont act T OSHIBA for additional techni cal assistance.
User ’s Manual 8-27 T roubleshooting Outside of Europe In Europe Australia TOSHIBA Australia Pty . Ltd. Information Systems Division Building C, 12-24 T alavera Rd, North Ryde, 21 13, NSW , Australia.
User ’s Manual A-1 Appendix A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the computer ’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Refer to User Informati on Guide about Size.
User ’s Manual A-2 S pecifications Power Requirements Built-in Mod em AC adaptor 100-240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz (cycles per second) Computer 15 V DC 5.
User ’s Manual A-3 S pecifications Communication speed Data transmission and reception 300/1200/2400/4800/7200 /9 600/12000/14400 /16 800/19200/21600/24000 /26400/28800/3 1200/33 600 bps Data reception only with V .
User ’s Manual B-1 Appendix B Display Controller and V ideo mode Display controller The display controller in terprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular parts on the screen on or of f.
User ’s Manual C-1 Appendix C Wireless LAN This appendix is intended to hel p you get your Wireless LAN network up and running, with a mi nimum of parameters. Card S pecifications Form Factor PCI Express Mini Card Compati bility ■ IEEE 802.1 1 S tandard for Wireless LANs ■ Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance.
User ’s Manual C-2 Wireless LAN Radio Characteristics Radio Charact eristics of Wireless LAN mo dule may vary according to : ■ Country/region where the produ ct was purchased ■ T yp e of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations.
User ’s Manual C-3 Wireless LAN Supported Freque ncy Sub-bands Subject to the radio regula tions that apply in the countries/regions, your Wireless LAN module may support a different set of 5 GHz/2.
User ’s Manual C-4 Wireless LAN ■ For Wireless LAN modules installed in wireless clients that operating in a peer-to-peer mode, the mo dule will use the default channel 10.
User ’s Manual C-5 Wireless LAN *1 Factory-set default channels *2 The channel which can be used depe nds on the installed wireless LAN module. And the approved channels on us ing are different at each country or region. When using thes e channels in any country or region, refer to the addendum sheet which is Approved Coun tries/Regions for use .
User ’s Manual D-1 Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA ar e designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless te chnology that is based on Frequency Hopping S pread S pectrum (FHSS) radio technology , and is compliant to: ■ Bluetooth S pecification V er .
User ’s Manual D-2 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth w ireless techno lo gy and your Health The products with Bluetooth wireless te chnology , like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy .
User ’s Manual D-3 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This equipment has been tested and fo und to comply with th e limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules.
User ’s Manual D-4 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Ta i w a n Using Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA equipment in Jap an In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 - 2,483.
User ’s Manual D-5 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability 2. Indication The indication shown below appe ars on this equipment. (1) 2.4 : This equip ment uses a frequency of 2 .4 GHz. (2) FH : This equipment uses FH-SS modulation. (3) 1: The interference range of this equi pment is less than 10 m.
User ’s Manual E-1 Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country/region in which it is used. All cords must meet the following specifications: Certification agencies Length: Minimum 1.
User ’s Manual E-2 AC Power Cord and Connectors In Europe, two conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F or H03VVH2-F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VV -F .
User ’s Manual F-1 Appendix F T OSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor application proactively monitors a number of system functions such as power consumption, battery health and the system cooling, in forming you of significant system conditions.
User ’s Manual F-2 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify T oshiba's obligations under its standard limited warranty in any way . T oshiba's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply .
User ’s Manual F-3 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 3. After cleaning the cooling modul e, run the "TOSHIBA Cooling Performance Diagnostic T ool" aga in. Click Start -> All Programs -> TO SH IB A -> Utilities -> TOS HI BA Cooling Perfor mance Diagno stic T ool .
User ’s Manual F-4 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 1. Plastic film Figure F-2 Lift the plastic film 7. Slide the Cooling module cover back into pl ace on the computer to reattach. 8. Install the battery p ack (refer to the Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, if required).
User ’s Manual G-1 Appendix G Legal Footnotes This chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. In the text in this manu al, *XX is used to show which Legal Footnotes description is related to TOSHIBA computers. Description(s) rel ated to this comp uter are marked wit h a blue *XX in this manual.
User ’s Manual G-2 Legal Footnotes ■ use of computer at temperatures out side the range of 5°C to 30°C (41°F to 86°F) or >25°C (77°F) at hi gh altitude (all temperature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model - please refer to you r computer documentation or visit the T oshiba website at www .
User ’s Manual G-3 Legal Footnotes Battery Life *4 Battery life may vary considerably depend ing on product model, configuration, applications, power ma nagement settings and features utilized, as well as the natural perf ormance variations produced by the design of indi vidual compone nts.
User ’s Manual G-4 Legal Footnotes Wireless LAN *8 The transmission speed over th e wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can re ach may vary de pending on surro unding electromagnetic environment, obstacles, access po int design and configuration, and client design and software/hardware configurations.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-1 Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topi cs related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. Abbreviations AC: Alternating current ACPI: Advanced .
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-2 Glossary IEEE: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IMSM: Intel Matrix S torage Manager I/O: input/ output IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LAN: local area.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-3 Glossary adaptor: A device tha t provides a compatible connection between two units. For example, the computer ’s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-4 Glossary boot: Short for bootstrap. A program that start s or restart s the computer . The program reads instructions from a storage device into the computer ’s memory . boot dis k: See system disk. bootable disk: See system disk.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-5 Glossary CMOS: Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor . An electronic circuit fabricated on a silicon wafer th at requires very little power . Integrated circuits implemented in CMOS technology can be tightly packaged and are highly reliable.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-6 Glossary default: The parameter value automatically selected by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions. Also called a preset value. delete: T o remove data from a disk or other data storage device. Synonymous with erase.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-7 Glossary E echo: T o send ba ck a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device. Y ou can display th e information on the screen, or output it to the printer , or both.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-8 Glossary G gigabyte (GB): A unit of data storage equal to 102 4 megabytes. See also megabyte. graphics: Drawings, pictures, or other images, such as charts or graphs, to present information. H hard disk: A storage device composed of a ri gid platter or pla tters that can be magnetically coded with data.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-9 Glossary interface: 1) Hardware and/or software components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another .
User ’s Manual Glossary-10 Glossary megabyte (MB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes. See also kilobyte. megahertz: A unit of wave frequency that equals 1 million cycles per second. See also hertz. memory: T ypically refers to the computer ’s main memory , where programs are run and data is tem porarily stored and processe d.
User ’s Manual Glossary-1 1 Glossary O OCR: Optical Character Reco gnition (reader). A technique or device th at uses laser or visible light to iden tify characters and input them into a storage device. online state: A functional st ate of a peripheral device when it is ready to receive or transmit data.
User ’s Manual Glossary-12 Glossary port: The electrical connection th rough which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers. Power Saver: A TOSHIBA utility that let s you set the p arameters for various power-saving functions.
User ’s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary SD/SDHC Card: Secure Digital cards are flash memory widely used in a variety of digital devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assist ants. 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.
User ’s Manual Glossary-14 Glossary volatile memory: Ran dom access memory (RAM) that stores information as long as power is supplied to the compute r .
User ’s Manual Index-1 Index A AC adaptor 3-3 DC IN 15V jack 2-7 additional 3-37 connecting 1-4 ASCII characters 5-7 B Battery charging 6-5 extending life 6-7 indicator 2-14, 6-2 monitoring capacity.
TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 User ’s Manual Index-2 F FN + 1 (TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce) 5-5 FN + 2 (TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge) 5-5 FN + ESC (Mute) 5-3 FN + Ente r 5-3 FN + F1 .
TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 User ’s Manual Index-3 disconnecting 4-36 jack 2-7 problems 8-25 M Media care 4-24 CD/DVDs 4-24 Card care 3-22 Floppy diskettes 4-25 Memory card care 3-22 Mem.
TECRA A1 1/S1 1/P1 1/Satellite Pro S500 User ’s Manual Index-4 R Recovery Media 1-15 problems 8-26 Recovery hard disk drive 1-14 Restarting the computer 1-11 S SD/SDHC Card formatting 3-22 inserting.
Een belangrijk punt na aankoop van elk apparaat Toshiba A11 (of zelfs voordat je het koopt) is om de handleiding te lezen. Dit moeten wij doen vanwege een paar simpele redenen:
Als u nog geen Toshiba A11 heb gekocht dan nu is een goed moment om kennis te maken met de basisgegevens van het product. Eerst kijk dan naar de eerste pagina\'s van de handleiding, die je hierboven vindt. Je moet daar de belangrijkste technische gegevens Toshiba A11 vinden. Op dit manier kan je controleren of het apparaat aan jouw behoeften voldoet. Op de volgende pagina's van de handleiding Toshiba A11 leer je over alle kenmerken van het product en krijg je informatie over de werking. De informatie die je over Toshiba A11 krijgt, zal je zeker helpen om een besluit over de aankoop te nemen.
In een situatie waarin je al een beziter van Toshiba A11 bent, maar toch heb je de instructies niet gelezen, moet je het doen voor de hierboven beschreven redenen. Je zult dan weten of je goed de alle beschikbare functies heb gebruikt, en of je fouten heb gemaakt die het leven van de Toshiba A11 kunnen verkorten.
Maar de belangrijkste taak van de handleiding is om de gebruiker bij het oplossen van problemen te helpen met Toshiba A11 . Bijna altijd, zal je daar het vinden Troubleshooting met de meest voorkomende storingen en defecten #MANUAl# samen met de instructies over hun opplosinge. Zelfs als je zelf niet kan om het probleem op te lossen, zal de instructie je de weg wijzen naar verdere andere procedure, bijv. door contact met de klantenservice of het dichtstbijzijnde servicecentrum.
