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User ’ s Manual PORTÉGÉ M750.
User ’s Manual ii T able of Content s Copyright. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User ’s Manual iii PORTÉGÉ M750 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Optical disc drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 AC adaptor .
User ’s Manual iv PORTÉGÉ M750 T ablet mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18 Power-up modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18 Panel power on/off .
User ’s Manual v PORTÉGÉ M750 Memory (Main System) *3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2 Battery Life *4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-3 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity *5 .
User ’s Manual vi PORTÉGÉ M750 Copyright © 2008 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be repro duced 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 PORTÉGÉ M750 Other trademarks and registered trad emarks not listed above may be used in this manual. FCC information FCC notice "Declaration of Conform ity Information" 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 the FCC rules.
User ’s Manual viii PORTÉGÉ M750 EU Conformity S t atement This product and - if applicable - t he supplied accessories too are marke d with "CE" and comply therefore wit h th e appl ica.
User ’s Manual ix PORTÉGÉ M750 In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supp lier in the first instance. Network Com p atibility S tatemen t This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following networks.
User ’s Manual x PORTÉGÉ M750 This label is located on the module. Pursuant to FC C CFR 47 , P art 68: When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give th.
User ’s Manual xi PORTÉGÉ M750 T elephone comp any p roced ures The goal of the telephone co mpany is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be ne cessary for them to make changes in their equipment, opera ti ons, or procedures.
User ’s Manual xii PORTÉGÉ M750 Instructions for IC CS -03 certified equipment 1. The Industry Canada label identi fies certified e quipment. This certification means that the equipment meets cert.
User ’s Manual xiii PORTÉGÉ M750 Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand Modem w a rning notice for Australia Modems connected to the Australian te lecoms network must have a valid Austel permit.
User ’s Manual xiv PORTÉGÉ M750 ■ Some parameters required fo r compliance with T elecom’s P TC S pecifications are dependent on th e equipment (PC) associ ate d with this modem.
User ’s Manual xv PORTÉGÉ M750 ■ The transmit level from this device is set at a fixe d level and because o f this there may be circumstances where the performance is less than optimal.
User ’s Manual xvi PORTÉGÉ M750 Following information is only for EU-memb er st ates: Disposal of product s Disposal of batteries a nd/o r accumulators The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol in dicates that products must be collected and disp osed of separately from household waste .
User ’s Manual xvii PORTÉGÉ M750 Disposing of the computer and the computer's batteries ■ Discard this compu ter in acco rdance with appli cable laws and regulations. For further information, cont act y our local government. ■ This computer contains rechargeable batteries.
User ’s Manual xviii Preface Congratulations on your purcha se of the PORTÉGÉ M750 series computer . This powerful notebook computer provides excel lent expansion capability , includes multimedia functionality , and is design ed to provide years of reliable, high-performan ce comp uting.
User ’s Manual xix PORTÉGÉ M750 Keys The keyboard keys are used in th e te xt to describe many computer operations. A distincti ve typeface ident ifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard. For example, ENTER identifies the ENTER key .
User ’s Manual xx PORTÉGÉ M750 T erminology This term is defined in this document as follows: Star t The word " Sta rt " refers to the " " button in Micros oft ® Windows Vista ® . HDD or Hard disk drive Some models are equipped with a "Soli d St ate Drive (SSD)" instead of a hard disk drive.
User ’s Manual xxi General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety , minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability . Ho wever , certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damag e to the computer .
User ’s Manual xxii PORTÉGÉ M750 Heat injury ■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer . If the computer is used for long periods, its surface can become very warm.
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 Documentation ■ PORTÉGÉ M750 Series User Information Guide ■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort ■ End User License Agreement If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately .
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: ■ About the T ablet mode ■ Connecting .
User ’s Manual 1-4 Getting S tarted Connecting the A C ada ptor 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 hand so that the mai.
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 3. Click Star t . 4. Click the arrow button ( ) located in the p ower management buttons ( ) and select Shut Down from the menu.
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 ra pidly 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. Click the arrow button ( ) in the power management buttons ( ) and select Hibernate from the menu.
User ’s Manual 1-12 Getting S tarted ■ Press the power button and hold it do wn fo r 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. System Recovery Opti ons About 1.
User ’s Manual 1-13 Getting S tarted System Recovery This section describes the creation of Recovery Discs and their use. Creating Optical Reco very Discs This section describes how to create Recovery Discs.
User ’s Manual 1-14 Getting S tarted Restoring the pre-in st alled sof tw are from the Reco very hard disk drive A portion of the total hard disk dr ive space is configured as a hidden recovery partition. This p artition stores files which can be used to restore pre-installed software in the event of a problem.
User ’s Manual 1-15 Getting S tarted Restoring the pre-inst alled sof tw are from your crea ted Re covery Discs If the pre-installed files are damaged , you are able to either use the Recovery Discs you have created or the hard disk drive recovery proce ss 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 beco me famili ar with each before you opera te 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 ■ Tu r n W i - F i ® , Bluetooth and Wireless WAN functionalities off when near a person who may have a cardiac pacemaker implant or other medical electric device. Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation, possibly resulting in serious injury .
User ’s Manual 2-3 The Grand T our Lef t side The following figure shows the comp uter ’s left side. Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer Cooling vents Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.
User ’s Manual 2-4 The Grand T our Right side The following figure shows the computer ’ s right side. Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer PC Card eject button This button is used in order to remove a PC Ca rd from within the computer . PC Card slot This slot can accommodate a single T ype II, 16- bit or 32-bit (CardBus) PC Card device.
User ’s Manual 2-5 The Grand T our Back The following figure shows the comp uter ’s back. Bridge media s lot This slot lets you insert an SD/SDHC memory card, miniSD/microSD Card, Memory S tick (PRO/PRO Duo), xD picture card and MultiMediaCard. Refer to the Optional d evices section in Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options.
User ’s Manual 2-6 The Grand T our Figure 2-4 The back of the computer DC IN 15V jack External monitor port Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port LAN jack LAN active indicator (orange) Link indicat or (green) Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) por t One Universal Serial Bus port, which complies to the USB 2.
User ’s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our Underside The following figure shows the undersi de of the computer . Y ou should ensure that the disp lay is closed befo re the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage.
User ’s Manual 2-8 The Grand T our ■ Only the T OSHIBA Express Port Re plicator can be used with this computer . Do not attempt to us e any other Port Replicator. ■ Keep foreign obj ects out of the docking port. A pin or similar object can damage the computer's circuitry .
User ’s Manual 2-9 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. Ultra Slim Bay lock screw (l ock positio n) Lock position is used to lock the Ultra Slim Bay Latch.
User ’s Manual 2-10 The Grand T our Figure 2-6 The front of the computer with th e display panel open Display screen T ouc h Pad control but tons Fingerp rint S ensor Display hinge T ouch Pad Keyboa.
User ’s Manual 2-1 1 The Grand T our Display screen 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 o n battery power . This difference in brightness levels is intende d to save power when operating on batteries.
User ’s Manual 2-12 The Grand T our Fingerprint Sensor This sensor enables you to enroll and recognize a fingerprint. Some models are equipped with a Fingerprint Sensor . For detailed information on Fingerprint Sensor , refer to Chapte r 4, Using the Fingerprint Sensor .
User ’s Manual 2-13 The Grand T our Indicators This section explains ind icator functions. System indica tors The LED system indicators for specif ic computer operations glow when those operations are in progress. Figure 2-7 System indicators Memory module slot The slot A m emory module is located here.
User ’s Manual 2-14 The Grand T our Keyboard indicators The following figures show the position s of the CAPS LOCK indica tor and the keypad overlay indicators which show the following conditions: ■ When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows, the keyboard will prod uce capitals when any letter is typed.
User ’s Manual 2-15 The Grand T our Figure 2-8 Keyboard indicators Optical disc drives The computer is configured with a DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit II. Some models are equipped with an optical disc drive. A SA T A interface controller is used for CD/DVD-ROM o peration.
User ’s Manual 2-16 The Grand T our W r it 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 2-17 The Grand T our DVD Supe r Multi (Doub le Layer) Driv e K it II The full-size DVD Super Multi (Double La yer) Drive Kit II modul e lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adap tor.
User ’s Manual 2-18 The Grand T our Figure 2-10 The AC adaptor (3-pin plug) ■ Depending on the model in questio n, either a 2-pin or 3-pin adaptor/power lead will be bund led wi th the 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 The computer is equipped with one of the following Intel ® processors.
User ’s Manual 3-2 Hardware, Utilities and Options Memory Power Module s lot 512MB, 1,024MB, 2,048MB o r 4,096MB memory modules (DDR2-800) can be installed in the computer's two memory slot s 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 RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real T ime Clock (RTC) and calendar . AC adaptor The AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries whe n they are low . It comes with a detachable power cord which will either have a 2-pin or 3-pin plug enclosure.
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 b e set to a wide range of viewing angl es for maximum comfort and readability .
User ’s Manual 3-5 Hardware, Utilities and Options Sound Multimedia Legal Footnote (Graphics Pr ocessor Unit ("GPU")) *7 For more information regarding the Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU"), please refer to the Legal Footn otes sectio n in Appendix I or click the *7 above.
User ’s Manual 3-6 Hardware, Utilities and Options Communications Modem Some models are equi pped with the integrated modem. The integrated modem provides capability for data and fax communications that support the V .90 (V .92) standards and include s a modem jack for connection to the telephone line.
User ’s Manual 3-7 Hardware, Utilities and Options Ultra Slim Bay 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 following proce dures.
User ’s Manual 3-8 Hardware, Utilities and Options System automatic Sleep/Hibernati on Mode *1 This feature automatically shuts down the system into either Sleep Mode or Hi bernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time.
User ’s Manual 3-9 Hardware, Utilities and Options Heat dispersal *1 T o protect against overheating, the processor has an internal temperature sensor so that, if the computer's internal temperature rise s to a certain level, the cooling fan is turned on o r the processing speed is lowered.
User ’s Manual 3-10 Hardware, Utilities and 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.
User ’s Manual 3-1 1 Hardware, Utilities and Options T OSHIBA V alue Added Package This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre-installed on the computer . TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the features of more various power supply managements.
User ’s Manual 3-12 Hardware, Utilities and Options T OSHIBA T ablet PC Extension This section describe s the pre-insta lled TOSHIBA Component features that come with the computer . T o access th ese components, click Star t -> All Programs -> Ta b l e t P C .
User ’s Manual 3-13 Hardware, Utilities and Options Fingerprint Utility This product has a fingerprint utility installed 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 3-14 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility The T OSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility allows you to create a bootable SD memory card to start the system. Y ou can boot TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility from the m enu bar as follows.
User ’s Manual 3-15 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility This utility has the functi on of Physical Format and Write-Protect to DVD-RAM.
User ’s Manual 3-16 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optional devices Optional devices can expand the computer's capabilities and its versatility .
User ’s Manual 3-17 Hardware, Utilities and Options Peripheral devices ■ HDD Kit (Serial-A T A) ■ Ultra Slim Bay HDD Adaptor II ■ External monitor ■ USB FDD Kit ■ eSA T A ■ i.
User ’s Manual 3-18 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-1 Inserting the PC Card 3. After inserting the PC Card, you should refer to its documentation and also check the configuration in Windows in order to ensu re that it is correct. Removing a PC Card T o remove a PC Card, follow th e step s as det ailed be low: 1.
User ’s Manual 3-19 Hardware, Utilities and Options Smart Card The computer is equi pped with a sin gle PC Card slot that ca n accommodate a T ype II format card. A Smart Card is a credit card sized plastic card. An extremel y thin integrated circuit (IC chip ) is embedded i nto the card on which information can be recorded.
User ’s Manual 3-20 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-3 Inserting a Smart Card 3. After inserting the Smart Card, you shou ld refer to its documentation and also check the configu ration in Wi ndows in o rder to ensure that it is correct. Removing a Smart Card T o remove a Smart Card, follow the steps as detailed below: 1.
User ’s Manual 3-21 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-5 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 Points to note about the SD/SDHC memory card SD/SDHC memory cards compl y with SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music.
User ’s Manual 3-23 Hardware, Utilities and Options ■ Do not expose cards to liquids or store in humi d areas or lay me dia close to containers of liquid. ■ Do not touch the metal part of a card or expose it to liquids or l et it get dirty . ■ After using card, retu rn it to its case.
User ’s Manual 3-24 Hardware, Utilities and Options 3. Press the memory media gently to ensure a firm connection is made . Figure 3-6 Inserting a memory media Remo vin g a me mor y med ia The following instru ctions apply to all types of supported media device s.
User ’s Manual 3-25 Hardware, Utilities and Options Additional mem ory modu le This computer is e quipped with two memory slots; Slot A is beneath the keyboard and Slot B i s in the underside of the computer . Y ou can install additional memory into the computer in order to incre ase the amount of system memory that is avai lable.
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 for 0.
User ’s Manual 3-27 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-8 Removing the keyboard brace and two screws 8. Lift up the back of the keyboard, rotate it toward you and lay in face down on the palm rest.
User ’s Manual 3-28 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-9 Rotate the keyboard 9. Remove the two screws and take off the memory module cover . Figure 3-10 Removing the memory module cover 10.
User ’s Manual 3-29 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-1 1 Installing the memory module Slot A ■ Never allow metal objects, such as screws, staples and p aper clips, to enter the computer or keyboard. Fo reign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause computer damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury .
User ’s Manual 3-30 Hardware, Utilities and Options 1 1. Screw in the two screws and replace the me mory module cover . Figure 3-12 Seating the memory module cover 12. Insert the tabs on the front of the keybo ard into the corresponding notches on th e computer and pl ace the keyboard d own.
User ’s Manual 3-31 Hardware, Utilities and Options 15. Install the battery p ack. Refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, for details.
User ’s Manual 3-32 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-14 Removing the memory module 7. Rotate the keyboard back into place and secure the keyboard brace as described in the previous section. 8. Install the battery pa ck. Refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, for details.
User ’s Manual 3-33 Hardware, Utilities and Options 6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it of f. Figure 3-15 Removing the memory module cover 7.
User ’s Manual 3-34 Hardware, Utilities and Options 8. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one scre w . Figure 3-17 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 3-35 Hardware, Utilities and Options 8. Grasp the memory module by its edges and remove it from the computer . Figure 3-18 Removing the memory module 9.
User ’s Manual 3-36 Hardware, Utilities and Options HDD Kit (Serial- A T A) An extra hard disk drive expands the fl exibility of your system and allows you to carry your data separately without having to carry the computer .
User ’s Manual 3-37 Hardware, Utilities and Options 6. Lift the cover up and out, and remove it from the computer . Figure 3-19 Removing the hard disk drive cover 7. Follow the below steps to remove the hard disk drive pack as shown in below figure.
User ’s Manual 3-38 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-20 Removing the hard disk drive pack ■ Be sure that you grasp the hard disk drive pack by its edges when you remove/install the hard disk drive pack. ■ Do not pull the connector cables when you remove/install the hard disk drive pack.
User ’s Manual 3-39 Hardware, Utilities and Options Installing the hard disk drive pack T o install the hard disk drive pack, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Grasp the edges of the connector with one hand and the edges of the hard disk drive pack with the other hand.
User ’s Manual 3-40 Hardware, Utilities and Options Ultra Sl im Bay HDD Adaptor II Y ou can increa se your comp uter’s data storage capacity by inst alling an additional hard disk drive in the Ultra Slim Bay . T o install a hard disk drive in the Ultra Slim Bay HDD Adaptor II follow the steps below .
User ’s Manual 3-41 Hardware, Utilities and Options 3. Close the lid and slide the lock to the lock position . Figure 3-24 Closing the lid For details on inserting the Ul tra Slim Bay HDD Adaptor II in the computer ’s Ultra Slim Bay slot, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics .
User ’s Manual 3-42 Hardware, Utilities and Options 4. T urn the computer's power on. When you turn on the power , the computer will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device .
User ’s Manual 3-43 Hardware, Utilities and Options Figure 3-27 Connecting the U SB floppy diske tte drive 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.
User ’s Manual 3-44 Hardware, Utilities and Options eSA T A (External Serial A T A) An device corresponding to eSA T A functi on can be connected to the eSA T A/USB combo port on the computer . Connecting the eSA T A device T o connect an eSA T A d evice, follow the steps as detailed below: 1.
User ’s Manual 3-45 Hardware, Utilities and Options 2. Click the Safely Remove Hardwar e icon on the Windows T askbar . 3. Click an eSA T A device that you want to remove. 4. Carefully pull an eSA T A device 's eSA T A/USB combo connector ou t from within the computer's eSA T A/USB combo port.
User ’s Manual 3-46 Hardware, Utilities and Options Connecting the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable T o connect the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Make sure the connectors are pr operly aligned and pl ug the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable into the computer .
User ’s Manual 3-47 Hardware, Utilities and Options TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator In addition to the ports available on the computer , the TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator . The T OSHIBA Express Port Replicator connects directly to the docking interface on the underside of the computer.
User ’s Manual 3-48 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 3-49 Hardware, Utilities and Options Optional accessories Y ou are able to add a number of opti ons and accessories in order to ma ke your computer even more powerful and convenient to use .
User ’s Manual 3-50 Hardware, Utilities and Options Ultra Slim B ay options The following module can be installed in the Ultra Slim Bay . All other module is option. T ablet PC Pen T ablet PC Pens ca n be pu rch a s ed fro m your TOSHIBA dealer for use as spare items (spa re pen tips and a tip draw-out tool are included).
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. Pointing Devices The pointing devices of this computer vary from model to model.
User ’s Manual 4-2 Operating Basics Using the T ouch Pad T o use the T ouch Pad, simply touch and move your finge rtip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go.
User ’s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics Using the T ablet PC Pen and Reserve Pe n Y ou can use the T ablet PC Pen to execute acti ons and enter data. Hold the T ablet PC Pen in a na tural positio n and tap, press or trace on the screen lightly . Some computers in the series are equipped with a T ablet PC Pen and a Reserve Pen.
User ’s Manual 4-4 Operating Basics Observe the following precautions on the hand ling of the T ablet PC Pen. ■ In order to avoid damages to the di splay screen, please refrain from doing anything other than the specif ie d operation methods. Fail ure to do so could cause a malfunction or characte ristic deteri oration.
User ’s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics Removing the T ablet PC Pen T o remove the T ablet PC Pen, follow the steps as described below: 1. Push the T ablet PC Pen in the T ablet PC Pen slot, so that it protrudes slightly . 2. Pull the T ablet PC Pen to remove it from the T ablet PC Pen slot.
User ’s Manual 4-6 Operating Basics Double tap Lightly tap the tip of the T a blet PC Pen twice on an object and lift it immediately to execute an action.
User ’s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics Removing the Reserve Pen case T o remove the Reserve Pen case, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Save your work. 2. T urn the computer ’s power off - ensure that the Power indicator is off. 3. Remove all cables and peri pherals that are connected to the computer .
User ’s Manual 4-8 Operating Basics S toring and Removing the Reserve Pen from the Res erve Pen case Follow the procedures b elow to remove the Reserve Pen from the Rese rve Pen case. Removing the Reserve Pen from the Reserve Pen case 1. Lift the Reserve Pen up from the Reserve Pen case by its end.
User ’s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics Using the T ablet mode This section explains T ablet mode functions and use. Operating the com puter in T ablet mode When operating the computer in T ablet mode, follow the instructions below .
User ’s Manual 4-10 Operating Basics ■ The function of the display screen varies from model to model. ■ Digitizer screen model: Please use the T ablet PC Pen to operate, which comes with the computer . Please carefully observe the following items in order to avoid damaging the di splay screen.
User ’s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics ■ The display panel works as a touch s ensitive digitizer screen. However , the outer edges of the screen may be le ss sensitive. Please keep the T ablet PC Pen or your fing er inside the display area when you use it near the edges of the display panel.
User ’s Manual 4-12 Operating Basics Changing to the T ablet mode T o change from Laptop mode to the T a blet mode, follow the instruction s below . 1.
User ’s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics 2. Rotate the display panel clockwise slowly . Figure 4-13 Changing to the T ablet mode (2) 3. Close the display panel slowly with display surface facing upwards.
User ’s Manual 4-14 Operating Basics Changing to the Lapto p m ode T o change the operating mode to the Laptop mode, foll ow the steps as detailed below: 1. Raise the display to the upright position carefully . 2. Rotate the display counter-clockwise slowly .
User ’s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics Method 1: Changing the screen orientation using T OSHIBA Accelerometer Utilities and TOSHIBA Rotation Utility When the TOSHIBA Accelerometer Utilities and TOSHIB.
User ’s Manual 4-16 Operating Basics 5. Select a screen orientation from the Orientation pull down menu and change the screen. Using Acce lerometer Utilities It is safer if you hold the computer with both han ds horizontally as shown in the below example.
User ’s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics Using the Fingerprint Sensor This product has a fingerp rint uti lity installed for the purpose of en rolli ng and recognizing fingerprints. By enrolling the ID and password onto the fingerprint authenticati on feature, it is no longer nece ssa ry to input the password from the keyboard.
User ’s Manual 4-18 Operating Basics Point s to note abou t the Fingerprint Sensor Please be aware of the following consideratio ns when using the fingerprint sensor . A fail ure to follow these guidel i nes might result in damage to the sensor , se nsor fa ilure, fingerprint recogniti on problems or a lower fingerprint recognition success ra te.
User ’s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics ■ Enroll additional fingers if a recognition failure often occurs when usi ng already enrolled fingers. ■ Check the condition of your finger - any conditions.
User ’s Manual 4-20 Operating Basics 3. On the User's Fingers screen click the box above the finger you wish to register . If any of the previously enrolled fin ger prints is selected again, the latest information will be enrolled and any previous i nformation over-written.
User ’s Manual 4-21 Operating Basics In use, please be aware of the follo win g limitations of the fingerprint sensor: ■ A warning message will be displayed when recognition is abnormal or recognition is not successful within a fixed duration . ■ The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint.
User ’s Manual 4-22 Operating Basics Fingerprint Authentication Procedure 1. S t art up the computer . 2. At the Windows We l co me screen, choose any of the enro lled fingers and swipe the fingerprint o n the sensor - if the authentic ation process is successful, the user will automati cally be logged in to Windows.
User ’s Manual 4-23 Operating Basics How to Enable Fingerprint Pre-OS Authentication Settings It is necessary to first enroll your fi ngerprint with the Fingerprint Appli cation prior to enabling and configuring the Fingerprin t Pre-OS Authentication System.
User ’s Manual 4-24 Operating Basics 4. Click the Setting m enu at the T rueSuiteAccessManager screen. 5. Administrator Setting screen is disp layed , select the "Enable Single- Sign On Fingerprint Authenticatio n" check box and then click OK .
User ’s Manual 4-25 Operating Basics Figure 4-18 Web Camera Please refer to the Camera Assistant Software Online Help for details. Using Presto! BizCard 5 Sof tware Web Camera also has Business Card Reader function. Y our compute r has been preinstalled with Presto! BizCar d 5 software for use with the computer ’s web camera feature.
User ’s Manual 4-26 Operating Basics The following conditions may affect the accuracy of the reader . ■ Data capt u r e co nd i tio ns such as am bient lighting (brightness), focus, angle and resolu tion. Normal or bala nced lighting is recommend ed.
User ’s Manual 4-27 Operating Basics Disclaimer T oshiba does not guarantee that the fa ce recognition utility technolo gy will be completely secure or error-free. T oshiba does not guarantee that the face recognition utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times.
User ’s Manual 4-28 Operating Basics 8. Registration will end after you have repeatedly moved your neck left, right, down and up. When the register succeeds, below message will be di splayed on the screen: " Registration successful. Now we’ll do the verification test.
User ’s Manual 4-29 Operating Basics Windows Logo n via T O SHIBA Face Recognitio n This section explains how to login to Windows with TOSHIBA Face Recognition. T wo authentication modes are provided. ■ AUTO Mode Lo gin screen : If the face authentication ti le is selected by default, you can log in without using the keyboa rd or mouse.
User ’s Manual 4-30 Operating Basics Changing Ultra Sli m Bay modules Ultra Slim Bay is a single-drive bay that accommodates either of the following modules. ■ Ultra Slim Bay DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit II ■ Ultra Slim Bay HDD Adaptor II This section explains how to change modules in the Ultra Slim Bay .
User ’s Manual 4-31 Operating Basics Figure 4-19 Removing the optical disc drive Inserti ng a Ultra Slim Bay HDD Adapor II module T o insert the Ultra Slim Bay HDD Adaptor II, follow the steps as described below: 1. Insert the Ultra Slim Bay HDD Adaptor II in the computer as shown below and press until the Ultra Slim Bay latch clicks.
User ’s Manual 4-32 Operating Basics Removing a unit T o remove the DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit II unit from the Ultra Slim Bay Case, follow the steps as described below: 1. Slide the Ultra Slim Bay la tch to th e unlock position. 2. Grasp the DVD Super Multi (Double Lay er) Drive Kit II unit and slide it out.
User ’s Manual 4-33 Operating Basics Using optical disc drives The full-si ze drive pr ovides high -performanc e execution of CD/DVD-R OM- based programs. Y ou can run eith er 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without an adaptor . A Serial A T A interface con troller is used for CD/DVD-ROM operation.
User ’s Manual 4-34 Operating Basics 3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the disc tray . Figure 4-24 Inserting a CD/DVD 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.
User ’s Manual 4-35 Operating Basics 5. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place. Figure 4-25 Closing the CD/DVD disc tray 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 e ject button.
User ’s Manual 4-36 Operating Basics 3. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place. Optical Drive Auto Loc k This function automat ically locks the optical disc drive eject bu tton if the computer detects any vibration or other shocks while running on the battery .
User ’s Manual 4-37 Operating Basics Figure 4-27 Manual release with the eject hole W riting CD/DVDs on DVD Super Mu lti (Dou ble Layer) Drive Kit II Y ou can use the DVD Super Multi (D ouble Layer) Drive Kit II to write data to either CD-R, CD-RW , DVD-R, DVD- R (Dual Layer), DVD-RW , DVD+R, DVD+R (Double Layer), DVD+RW or DVD-RAM discs.
User ’s Manual 4-38 Operating Basics Import ant message Before you write or rewrite to an y of the media supported by the DVD Super Multi (Double La yer) Drive Kit II, plea se read and follow all of the setup and operating instructions in this secti on.
User ’s Manual 4-39 Operating Basics ■ If the disc is poor in quality , or is dirty or damaged, wr iting or rewriting errors may be noted - ensure that you check a ll discs for dirt or damage before you use them. CD-RW (Ultra-S peed): MITSUBISHI Chemic al Corporatio n.
User ’s Manual 4-40 Operating Basics ■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW , DVD-RW , DVD+RW or DVD- RAM media will be affected by the quality of the disc itself and the way in which it is use d. ■ There are two types of DVD-R media available, au thoring discs and general use discs.
User ’s Manual 4-41 Operating Basics ■ Before you enter e ither Sleep Mod e or Hibernation Mode, take care to ensure that any DVD -RAM writing has been completed. In this instance, writing is finished if you can eject the DVD-RAM media. ■ Be sure to close all other software programs except for the writing software itself.
User ’s Manual 4-42 Operating Basics ■ Make sure tha t the writ e/rewrit e operation is completed before going into either Sleep Mode or Hiber nation Mode (writing is completed if you can remove an optical media on t he DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit II).
User ’s Manual 4-43 Operating Basics ■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator does not supp ort recording to DVD-RAM discs - to achieve this you should use Windows Explorer or anoth er similar utility .
User ’s Manual 4-44 Operating Basics ■ Unfinalized DVDs created on home DVD recorders may not be playable on the computer . ■ Use DVD-Video discs with a region c ode which is either "the same as the factory default setting" or "ALL".
User ’s Manual 4-45 Operating Basics TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER ■ "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER" software is supported for playback of DVD- Video and DVD-VR.
User ’s Manual 4-46 Operating Basics 2. T ouch the CD/DVD panel on the Front operation panel. Or select Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER -> TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER to start "TOS HIBA DVD PLA YER". Operating TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER Notes on Using "TOSHIBA DVD PLA YER".
User ’s Manual 4-47 Operating Basics Floppy diskettes 1. S tore your floppy diskettes in the container they came in to p rotect them and keep them clean. If a floppy diske tte becomes dirty , clean it with a soft, lightly dampened cloth - do not use cleaning fluid.
User ’s Manual 4-48 Operating Basics Microphone Leve l Follow the steps below to change the microphone recording level. 1. Right click on the speaker icon on the T askbar , and select Recor ding Devices from the sub menu. 2. Select Microphone , and click Properties .
User ’s Manual 4-49 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 audio powe r management, click the battery button .
User ’s Manual 4-50 Operating Basics Region selectio n T elecommunication regulations vary from one regio n to another , so you will need to make sure the internal modem’s settings are correct fo r the region in which it will be used. T o select a region, follow the steps as detailed below: 1.
User ’s Manual 4-51 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 4-52 Operating Basics Connecting the m od ular cable T o connect the modem's modular cable, fol low the steps as detailed below: 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.
User ’s Manual 4-53 Operating Basics 2. Pinch the lever on the pl ug in the computer's modem jack and pull it out from within the computer . Wireless com munications The computer ’s wireless communication function supports both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices.
User ’s Manual 4-54 Operating Basics ■ Frequency Channel Selection of 2. 4GHz fo r IEEE 802.1 1b/g or/and IEEE802.1 1n draft 2.0. ■ Roaming over multiple channels ■ Card power mana gement ■ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption based on an 128-bit encryption algorithm ■ Wi-Fi Protected Access (WP A) Setting 1.
User ’s Manual 4-55 Operating Basics Radio links Y ou can easily establish links between two or more devices, with these links being maintained even if the devi ces are not within a line-of-sight of each othe r .
User ’s Manual 4-56 Operating Basics Wireless com munication Indicator The wireless communication indicator shows the status of the computer's wireless com mun ication func tions.
User ’s Manual 4-57 Operating Basics Connecting the LAN cable T o connect the LAN cable, foll ow the steps as detailed below: 1. T urn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer . 2. Plug one end of the cable into t he LAN jack.
User ’s Manual 4-58 Operating Basics Disconnecting the LAN cab le 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 4-59 Operating Basics ■ Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer . ■ Close the display panel. ■ Do not pick up the comput er by its displ ay p anel.
User ’s Manual 4-60 Operating Basics T askbar icon 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 4-61 Operating Basics Det ails T o open the Details window , clic k the Setup Detail button in the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window .
User ’s Manual 4-62 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 the device.
User ’s Manual 4-63 Operating Basics Enabling USB Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable and disab le th e USB Sleep and Charge function in groups.
User ’s Manual 5-1 Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer's keyboard layouts are compatible with a 104/105-key enhanced keyboard - by pressing some keys in combination, all of the 104/105-key enhance d keyboard functions can be performed on the computer .
User ’s Manual 5-2 The Keyboard Function keys: F1 … F12 The function keys (not to be confused 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 Press FN + F10 or FN + F1 1 to access the computer's integrated 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 device. Brightness Down : Pressing FN + F6 decreases the computer's display panel brightness in individual steps.
User ’s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard ODD: Pressing FN + Ta b turns the power of the optical di sc drive on/off or ejects the disc tray . TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (reduce): Pressing FN + 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes wi thin one of the supported applica tion windows.
User ’s Manual 5-6 The Keyboard Keyp ad overlay Y our computer's keyboa rd does 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 , yo u 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 a ble 6-1 Power conditions continued Power on Power off (no operation) AC adaptor connected 2nd battery fully charged • Operates • No charge • LED.
User ’s Manual 6-3 Power and Power-Up Modes T a ble 6-1 Power conditions continued 1 Wh en the Slice Expansion Battery is not charging. * 2 W hen the main battery is not charging. * 3 For the computer to shut down in Hibernation Mode, the Hib ernation feature must be enabled in Power Op tions.
User ’s Manual 6-4 Power and Power-Up Modes Monitoring of power condition As shown in the below table, the Battery , 2nd battery , DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator al ert you to the computer’s operating capability and battery charge status.
User ’s Manual 6-5 Power and Power-Up Modes Power i ndica tor Check the Power indicator to determine the pow er status of the computer - the following indicator conditions shou ld be no ted: Battery This section explai ns battery types, use, recharging me thods and handling.
User ’s Manual 6-6 Power and Power-Up Modes Real Time Clock (RTC) battery The Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provid es power for the inte rnal real time clock and calendar functi on and also maintains the system configuration while the computer is turned off.
User ’s Manual 6-7 Power and Power-Up Modes Charging the batte ries 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 6-8 Power and Power-Up Modes Battery charging notice The battery may not begin charging immediately under the following conditions: ■ The battery is extremely hot or cold (if the battery is extremely hot, it might not charge at all).
User ’s Manual 6-9 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 6-10 Power and Power-Up Modes Extending battery life T o maximize the life of your battery packs: ■ At least once a month, disconnect t he computer from a power source and operate it on battery power unt il the battery pack fully discharges.
User ’s Manual 6-1 1 Power and Power-Up Modes Removing the battery pa ck T o remove a discharged battery , follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Save your work. 2. T urn the computer's power off - ensure that the Power indicator is off. 3. Remove all cables and peri pherals that are connected to the computer .
User ’s Manual 6-12 Power and Power-Up Modes Installing the battery pack T o install a battery p ack, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Insert the battery pack as far as it will go into the computer (1). 2. Ensure that the battery pack is secu rely in place and the battery lock (2) is in its ( ) position.
User ’s Manual 6-13 Power and Power-Up Modes 3. Remove the pr otective cap from the Slice Expansion Battery . 4. Open latches on the Slice Expansio n Battery and fit a tab on the battery into the docking port on the und erside of the computer . Figure 6-4 Seating the Slice Expansion Battery 5.
User ’s Manual 6-14 Power and Power-Up Modes 5. Open the release latches in the di rection of the arrows. Figure 6-6 Releasing the latches 6. Lift off the Slice Exp ansion Battery . Figure 6-7 Removing the Slice Expansion Battery 7. Be sure to replace the protective cap befo re storing the Sli ce Expansion Battery .
User ’s Manual 6-15 Power and Power-Up Modes T O SHIBA Passwo rd Utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two levels of p assword security: User and Supervisor .
User ’s Manual 6-16 Power and Power-Up Modes ■ Change (button) Click this button to change a registered password. Before you can change a password, you must first enter the current password correctly or insert a proper token. Please use BIOS Setup to change or delete the HDD Passwords or to set the HDD Master Password.
User ’s Manual 6-17 Power and Power-Up Modes Supervisor Password If you set a Supervisor Password, so me functions might be restricted when a user logs on wit h the U s er Pa ssw or d. T o set a Supervisor Passwo r d , execute the file TO SPU.EXE. The file is located at: C:Program FilesToshibaPas swordUtilityTOSPU.
User ’s Manual 6-18 Power and Power-Up Modes 3. Press ENTER . T ablet mode Enter your password by tapping the on-screen keyboard using the T ablet PC Pen or your finger .
User ’s Manual 6-19 Power and Power-Up Modes Window s utilities Y ou can co nfigure various settings a ssociated with both Sleep Mode and Hibernation Mode within the Power Options (to access it, Sta rt -> Control Panel -> System and Ma in tenance -> Power Options ).
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 u p T o run the HW Setup prog ram, click Start -> All Programs -> TO SH IB A -> Utilities -> HWSetup .
User ’s Manual 7-2 HW Setu p General This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons : Default and About . Setup This field displays the installed BIOS version and date. Display This tab lets 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 select the pr iority for booting the computer - the following settings are available: Y ou can ov erride the .
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 . 2. The following menu will be displaye d with th e following icons: Built-in hard disk drive, Ultra Slim Bay hard disk drive, CD-ROM, FDD (or SD memory card), Network (LAN), USB Memory boot.
User ’s Manual 7-5 HW Setu p USB Memory BIOS Support T yp e This option allows you to set the type of the USB memory to be used as a startup device. Keyboard Wa ke -up on Keyb oard When this feature is enabl ed, and the co mputer is in Slee p Mode, you can turn on the system by pressing any key .
User ’s Manual 7-6 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 7-7 HW Setu p Built-in LA N This feature enables or disables th e Built-in LAN. Device Config Device Configuratio n This option allows you to set how th e computer's hardware devic es will be configured.
User ’s Manual 8-1 Chapter 8 T roubleshooting TOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability , however , 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 Preliminary c hecklist Y ou should always consider the simplest solution first - the items de tailed in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appe.
User ’s Manual 8-3 T roubleshooting ■ Do you hear any beeps, if so how many , are they long or short and are they high pitched or low pitched? In addition, is the computer making any unusual noise s? Write down what you hear. Record your observations so you can describe them in detail to your reseller , dealer or service provider .
User ’s Manual 8-4 T roubleshooting System start- up When the computer does not start pr op erly , 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 omatically and the TOSHIBA logo is displayed on the screen.
User ’s Manual 8-5 T roubleshooting 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 p.
User ’s Manual 8-6 T roubleshooting Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery , you should 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 Battery doesn’t charge when the AC adaptor is attached ( Battery indicator does not glow orange). If the battery is completely di scharged, it will no t begin charging immediately , in these insta nces you should wait a few minutes befor e trying agai n.
User ’s Manual 8-8 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 information. Problem Pro cedure The following message is Displayed on the screen: RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent.
User ’s Manual 8-9 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 8-10 T roubleshooting DVD Supe r Multi (Doub le Layer) Driv e K it II 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 8-1 1 T roubleshooting USB floppy diskette drive For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options .
User ’s Manual 8-12 T roubleshooting PC 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 . SD/SDHC Card For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options .
User ’s Manual 8-13 T roubleshooting Memory S t ick For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options . xD picture card For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options .
User ’s Manual 8-14 T roubleshooting MultiMed iaCard For further information, plea se refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utiliti es and Options . 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 8-15 T roubleshooting Double-tapping does not work In this instance, you should in itially try changing the double-click speed setti ng within the Mouse Control utility . 1. T o access this utility , click Star t -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Soun d -> Mouse icon.
User ’s Manual 8-16 T roubleshooting USB mouse Problem Procedure On-screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation In this inst ance the system might be busy - T ry moving the mouse again after waiting a short while. Remove the mouse from the comp uter and then reconnect it to a free USB port in order to en sure it is firmly attached.
User ’s Manual 8-17 T roubleshooting Fingerprint Sensor Problem Procedure Reading of the fingerprint was not successful. In this instance you should try the fingerprint reading operati on again using the corre c t finge r position - please refer to Using the Fingerprint Sensor in Chapter 4, Operat ing Basics for further information.
User ’s Manual 8-18 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.
User ’s Manual 8-19 T roubleshooting Problem Pro cedure 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 external devices are connected.
User ’s Manual 8-20 T roubleshooting eSA T A device In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with your e SA T A device.
User ’s Manual 8-21 T roubleshooting Additional mem ory modu le Please also refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options , for further information on installing and removing memory modules. Problem Procedure If there is a memory malfunction, the Power indicator will repeatedly flash (on for 0.
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 your a udio device. V olume control dial Problem Pro cedure No sound is heard Adjust the volume contro l dial.
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 i.LINK (IEEE1394) devi ce Modem Problem Pro cedure i.LINK device does n ot function Make sure the cable is securely connected to the computer and to the device. Make sure the device’s power is turned on. Reinstall the drivers.
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 .
User ’s Manual 8-26 T roubleshooting Bluetooth For further information on Bluetooth wire less commu nication, please refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Recover y Discs Problem Procedure Cannot access Bluetooth device Check to ensure the computer's Wireless Communication Switch is set to on.
User ’s Manual 8-27 T roubleshooting T OSHIBA sup port If you require any additional help using your compu te r or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to cont act TOSHIBA for additional techni cal assistance.
User ’s Manual 8-28 T roubleshooting Singapore TOSHIBA Singapore Pte. Ltd. 438B Alexandra Road #06-01 Alexandra T echnopark Singapore 1 19968 Spai n TOSHIBA Information Systems, ESP AÑA Parque Empr.
User ’s Manual A-1 Appendix A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the computer ’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions This section summarizes th e computer ’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Environmental Requirements Weight (typical) * 1.
User ’s Manual A-2 S pecifications Power Requirements Built-in Mod em Wet-bulb temperature 26°C maximum Conditions Altitude (from sea level) Operating -60 to 3,000 meters Non-operating -60 to 10,000 meters maximum 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 rece ption 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 te rprets 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 Wirel ess LAN netw ork 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 er ist i cs of Wire le ss LAN modu l e ma y vary acc ordi n g to : ■ Country/region where the product was purcha sed ■ T ype of pro duct 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 regulatio ns 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 The channel which can be used depends on th e installed wireless LAN module. And the approved channels on us ing are different at each country or region.
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 F requency Hopping S pread S pectrum (FHSS) radio technology , a nd is compliant to: ■ Bluetooth S pecification V er .
User ’s Manual D-2 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth w ireless techno logy 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 Intel ® Matrix S torage Manager If you are installing the operating system on a computer system which is configured for AHCI mod e, you must pre-install the Intel Matr.
User ’s Manual E-2 Intel ® Matrix S torage Manager Windows Setup Procedure 1. Connect the USB floppy diskette drive and in sert the above disk. 2. Insert the Windows Setup DVD into the optical disc drive and boo t the computer from the DVD. The Windows Setup program will start.
User ’s Manual E-3 Intel ® Matrix S torage Manager 3. When the message " Press F6 if you need to install a third party SCSI or RAID driver " appears on the screen, press the F6 key . 4. When the message " Setup will load support for the following mass storage device(s): " appears on the screen, press the S key .
User ’s Manual F-1 Appendix F 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 F-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 G-1 Appendix G T OSHIB A Anti-thef t Protection T imer This feature al l ows yo u to set up a ti mer -activated BIOS p assword that will prevent unauthorised system a ccess in the event of theft.
User ’s Manual H-1 Appendix H T OSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor soft ware program monitors computer system functions such as power cons umption, the cooling system and HDD Drop sensor . It alerts users of s pecific system condit ions via pop-up messages.
User ’s Manual H-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 H-3 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor If a TO SHIBA PC Health Mo nitor m essage is displayed A message will be displayed if any changes which may interfere with the operation of the program are detected. Fo llow th e instructions displayed on screen in the message.
User ’s Manual H-4 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Cleaning the Cooling modul e This section explains how to clean the Cooling module. 1. Before cleaning th e Cooling module, yo u should shut down th e computer and remove the battery pack. Follow the steps as described below: 2.
User ’s Manual H-5 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 4. Lift the Fan hood up and out. Figure H-2 Removing the Fan hood 5. Clean the Cooling module using a vacuum clea ner or oth er cleaning tool. 6. Put the Fan hood back into the computer . 7. Slide the Cooling module cover back into pl ace on the computer to reattach.
User ’s Manual I-1 Appendix I 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 a te d to th is co mp ut er ar e marked with a blue *XX in thi s manual.
User ’s Manual I-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 I-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 I-4 Legal Footnotes Wireless LAN *8 The transmission speed over th e wireless LAN and th e distance over which wireless LAN can re ach may vary depen ding on surro unding electromagnetic environment, obstacles, access po int design and configuration, and client design and software/hardware configurati ons.
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 curre nt ANSI: American.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-2 Glossary IDE: integr ated driv e electro nics IEEE: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O: input/ output IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LCD: liquid cr.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-3 Glossary analog signal: A signal who se characteristics such as amplitude an d frequency vary in proportion to (are an analog of) the value to be transmitted. V oice communicatio ns are analog signals. ANSI: American National S tandards Instit ute.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-4 Glossary bus: An inte rface for transmission of signals, data or electric power. byte: The representation of a single cha racter . A sequence o f eight bits treated as a single unit; also the smallest addressa ble unit within the system.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-5 Glossary comp at ibility: 1) The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another com puter wi thout modifying the data or the media upon which it is b eing transferred. 2) the ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-6 Glossary delete: T o remove data from a disk or other data storage device. Synonymous with erase. device driver: A program that controls communication betwee n a specific peripheral device and the computer . dialog box: A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information.
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 the information on the screen, or output it to the printer , or both.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-8 Glossary graphics: Drawings, pictures, or other images, such as charts or graphs, to present information. H hard disk: A non-removable disk usually referred to as drive C. The factory installs this disk and only a trained engineer can remove it for servicing.
User ’s Manual Glossa ry-9 Glossary I/O devices: Equipment used to communicate with the compu ter and transfer data to and from it. J jumper: A small clip or wire that allows you to change the hardwa re characteristics by electrically connecting two points of a circuit.
User ’s Manual Glossary-10 Glossary microprocessor: A hardware compon ent contained in a single integrated circuit that carries out instructions. Also called the central processing unit (CPU), one of the main parts of the computer . mode: A method of operation, for exa mple, the Boot Mode, Sl eep Mode or the Hibernation Mode.
User ’s Manual Glossary-1 1 Glossary P pa r it y: 1) The symmetrical relatio nship between two parameter values (integers) both of which are either o n or off; odd or even; 0 or 1. 2) In serial co mmun ica tions, an e rror detection bit that is added to a group of data bits making the sum of the bits even or odd.
User ’s Manual Glossary-12 Glossary RGB: Red, green, and blue. A device that uses three input signals, each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color (red, green, and blue) or port for using such a device. See also CRT . RJ45: A modular LAN jack.
User ’s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary T ouch Pad: A poi nting device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest. TTL: T ransistor-tra nsistor logi c.
User ’s Manual Index-1 Index A AC adaptor 3-3 additional 3-49 connecting 1-4 ASCII characters 5-7 B BIOS Setup 7-7 Battery charging 6-7 extendi n g l if e 6-10 indicator 2-13, 6-4 monitoring capacit.
User ’s Manual Index-2 PORTÉGÉ M750 FN + Tab (ODD) 5-5 FN + space (Zoom) 5-4 Fingerprint Sensor location 2-10 problems 8-17 using 4-17 Floppy diskette care 4-47 Function keys 5-2 G Graphics contro.
User ’s Manual Index-3 PORTÉGÉ M750 Modem 3-6, 4-49 connecting 4-52 disconnecting 4-53 jack 2-5 problems 8-23 properties menu 4-51 region selection 4-50 Moving the compu t er 4- 59 MultiMediaCard .
User ’s Manual Index-4 PORTÉGÉ M750 inserting 3-19 problems 8-12 removing 3-20 Soft keys ENTER 5-3 ScrLock 5-3 enhanced keyboa rd 5-2 Sound system Stereo speakers 2-12 headphone jack 2 -2 micropho.
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