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Index

AC adaptor

additional 4-54
connecting 2-3
DC IN 19V jack 3-6

Battery

extending life 4-26
monitoring capacity 4-25
real time clock 3-13, 4-22
save mode 5-6
types 4-22

Battery indicator

Battery pack

replacing 4-27

Bluetooth 7-7

Cleaning the computer 1-17

Cooling vents 3-3, 3-8

DC IN/Battery indicator 3-17

Display

automatic power off 5-5
hinges 3-10
opening 2-5
screen 3-10

Display controller 3-13

Documentation list 2-1

Dual Pointing Device

AccuPoint 4-4
Touch Pad 6-9

DVD Super Multi drive

using
writing

Equipment checklist 2-1

ExpressCard

inserting 4-45
removing 4-46

External monitor

problems 6-14

FN + 1 ( reduce) 4-3

FN + 2 (enlarge) 4-3

FN + 3 (Volume down) 4-3

FN + 4 (Volume up) 4-4

FN + ESC (Mute) 4-3

FN + F1 (Lock) 4-3

FN + F2 (Power Plan) 4-3

FN + F3 (Sleep) 4-3

FN + F4 (Hibernate) 4-3

FN + F5 (Output) 4-3

User's Manual

Index-1

Summary of Contents for Tecra A50-A

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

Page 2: ...tting Started Equipment checklist 2 1 Conventions 2 1 Using your computer for the first time 2 2 Turning off the power 2 8 Chapter 3 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed 3 1 Left side 3 3 Right side 3 4 Back 3 6 Underside 3 7 Front with the display open 3 8 Internal Hardware Components 3 12 Intel Rapid Start Technology 3 15 Power Condition Descriptions 3 16 Chapter 4 Operating Basics Using...

Page 3: ...nd Advanced Usage Utilities and Applications 5 1 Special features 5 5 TOSHIBA Password Utility 5 7 TOSHIBA System Settings 5 9 USB Charge 5 10 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 5 13 Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection 5 14 TOSHIBA Setup Utility 5 16 System Recovery 5 17 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 6 1 Hardware and system checklist 6 4 TOSHIBA support 6 15 Chapter 7 Appendix Spec...

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

Page 5: ... other countries ATHEROS is a trademark of Qualcomm Atheros Inc registered in the United States and other countries Realtek is a registered trademark of Realtek Semiconductor Corporation All other product names and service names in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Regulatory Information The regulatory information herein may vary Pease check the I...

Page 6: ...to result in interference to radio and TV reception Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer s External RGB monitor port Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 and 3 0 ports HDMI port and microphone jack Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user s authority to operate the equipment ...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Page 24: ... Desktop tile from the Start screen to access the desktop Start screen You can go to the Start screen by clicking the Start charm You can also use the Windows logo key on your keyboard to go to Start screen For detailed information please refer to the Windows Help and Support Using your computer for the first time Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for informati...

Page 25: ...wer and reduces the voltage supplied to this computer Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your computer or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an...

Page 26: ...er or AC adaptor on a wooden surface furniture or any other surface that could be marred by exposure to heat since the computer base and AC adaptor s surface increase in temperature during normal use Always place your computer or AC adaptor on a flat and hard surface that is resistant to heat damage Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handli...

Page 27: ... Opening the display 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 main body of the computer is not raised slowly lift the display panel this will allow the angle of the display panel to be adjusted to provide optimum clarity Figure 2 5 Opening the display panel 1 1 Display panel Use reasonable care when ope...

Page 28: ...nd to slowly open or close the display panel Do not use excessive force when opening or closing the display panel Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power the Power indicator will then indicate the status Please refer to the Power Condition Descriptions section for more information After you turn on the power for the first time do not turn it off until you have set up t...

Page 29: ...d Support Start screen The Start screen is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows operating system providing new and easy ways to access everything from your favorite apps and Web sites to your contacts and other important information From the Start screen you can just start typing to search for what you want From there you can easily switch between results for apps files and m...

Page 30: ...h for and browse thousands of apps all grouped into easy to find categories Sign in options Windows offers a number of sign in options including Password PIN and Picture password authentication to prevent from unauthorized access You are allowed to select an option on the Windows login screen by clicking sign in options if you have multiple sign in methods set for a user account Password authentic...

Page 31: ...restart the computer there are two ways this can be achieved In the Settings charm click Power and then select Restart Press CTRL ALT and DEL simultaneously once to display the menu window and then select Restart by clicking the power icon in the lower right corner Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work you are able to turn off the power without exiting from your software by placing the com...

Page 32: ...he power button or any key on the keyboard for a short amount of time Please note that keyboard keys can only be used if the Wake up on Keyboard option is enabled within the TOSHIBA System Settings If the computer enters Sleep Mode while a network application is active the application might not be restored when the computer is next turned on and the system returns from Sleep Mode To prevent the co...

Page 33: ...n the computer is turned off so that the next time it is turned on the previous state is restored Please note that the Hibernation Mode feature does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to the computer Save your data While entering Hibernation Mode the computer saves the contents of memory to the HDD SSD However for safety sake it is best to save your data manually Data will be ...

Page 34: ...e Save changes button Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to enter Hibernation Mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid In order to define these settings you can follow the steps as described below 1 Click Power Options and then click Choose what the power button does or Choose what closing the lid does 2 Enable the desired Hibernation Mode settings...

Page 35: ...following figure shows the front of the computer with the display panel in the closed position Figure 3 1 Front of the computer with display panel closed 1 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 1 Stereo speakers 5 HDD SSD Optical Disc Drive eSATA indicator 2 Memory media slot 6 Wireless communication indicator 3 DC IN Battery indicator 7 Wireless WAN indicator 4 Power indicator 8 Fingerprint Sensor Provided with some m...

Page 36: ...n the computer is turned on However if you turn the computer off into Sleep Mode this indicator will flash orange approximately two seconds on two seconds off HDD SSD Optical Disc Drive eSATA indicator The HDD SSD Optical Disc Drive eSATA indicator blinks green whenever the computer is accessing the built in HDD SSD optical disc drive or eSATA device Wireless communication indicator The Wireless c...

Page 37: ...ts help the processor to avoid overheating DisplayPort A DisplayPort is provided on the left side of the computer Some models are equipped with a DisplayPort External RGB monitor port This port provides 15 pin analog RGB port Please refer to the External RGB monitor port pin assignment section for information on external RGB monitor port pin assignment This port allows you to connect an external R...

Page 38: ...evice might not operate properly Keep foreign metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips out of the USB port Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Headphone Microphone jack A 3 5 mm mini headphone microphone jack enables connection of a monaural microphone or a stereo headphone HDMI out port HDMI out port can...

Page 39: ...ls are equipped with a ExpressCard slot PC Card slot This slot allows you to install a PC Card Some models are equipped with a PC Card slot Optical disc drive The computer may be configured with a DVD Super Multi drive Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports One or two Universal Serial Bus ports which comply to the USB 2 0 standard are provided on the right side of the computer The USB 2 0 port is not ...

Page 40: ...AC adaptor supplied with the computer at the time of purchase using the wrong AC adaptor can cause damage to the computer DC IN 19V jack The AC adaptor connects to this jack in order to power the computer and charge its internal batteries Please note that you should only use the model of AC adaptor supplied with the computer at the time of purchase using the wrong AC adaptor can cause damage to th...

Page 41: ...rt 2 Battery release latch 5 Memory module slot cover 3 Battery pack 6 Cooling vents Provided with some models Product appearance depends on the model you purchased Battery lock Slide the battery lock to release the battery pack ready for removal Battery release latch Slide and hold this latch into its Unlock position in order to release the battery pack for removal For more detailed information o...

Page 42: ...ual amount of useable system memory will be less than the installed memory modules Refer to the Additional memory module section Legal Footnote Memory Main System For more information regarding Memory Main System please refer to the Legal Footnotes section Cooling vents The cooling vents help the processor to avoid overheating Do not block the cooling vents Keep foreign metal objects such as screw...

Page 43: ...n 13 AccuPoint control button 6 Display hinges 14 AccuPoint 7 Touch Pad ON OFF indicator 15 Middle button 8 eco indicator 16 NFC Near Field Communication detection area Provided with some models Product appearance depends on the model you purchased Wireless communication antennas Some computers in this series are equipped with the Wireless LAN Bluetooth antennas Legal Footnote Wireless LAN For mor...

Page 44: ...ean the lens if it becomes dirty Display screen 39 6cm 15 6 LCD screen configured with the following resolutions HD 1366 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels FHD 1920 horizontal x 1080 vertical pixels Please be aware that when the computer is operating on the AC adaptor the image displayed on the internal screen will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power This difference in bright...

Page 45: ...control the movement of the on screen pointer To use the Touch Pad simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you want the on screen pointer to go AccuPoint control buttons Control buttons below the keyboard let you select menu items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the on screen pointer Only models equipped with an AccuPoint are equipped with AccuPoint control bu...

Page 46: ...he processor type varies depending on model To check which type of processor is included in your model click Desktop Desktop Assist Control Panel System and Security System Legal Footnote CPU For more information regarding CPU please refer to the Legal Footnotes section Hard Disk Drive or Solid State Drive The capacity of the HDD SSD varies depending on the model To check which type of HDD SSD is ...

Page 47: ...the Screen Resolution window Display controller The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular parts on the screen on or off The display controller also controls the video mode and uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum number of colors that can be displayed at a time Therefore software written for a given video...

Page 48: ...IDIA Control Panel Click Desktop Desktop Assist Control Panel Hardware and Sound NVIDIA Control Panel For more information about the NVIDIA Control Panel system please refer to the NVIDIA Control Panel Help To access it click Help from the main menu and then select NVIDIA Control Panel Help On Optimus models two kinds of Display Drivers are installed Intel HD Graphics Driver and NVIDIA Graphics Dr...

Page 49: ...bernation Mode from Sleep Mode after a specified period of time With the Intel Rapid Start Technology the Windows can rapidly resume from Hibernation Mode and battery life will be longer than in Sleep Mode Intel Rapid Start Technology is enabled at factory default The computer will switch to Hibernation Mode after two hours of Sleep Mode You can use BIOS Setup to enable disable the function and ch...

Page 50: ...els that do not equipped with a Solid State Drive The Windows restore time from Hibernation Mode depends on the amount of system memory used in the computer Power Condition Descriptions Power conditions The computer s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by different power conditions including whether an AC adaptor is connected and what the charge level is for that battery T...

Page 51: ...ery Orange Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is charging Green Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is fully charged Flashing Green Indicates a problem with the computer Please disconnect the AC adaptor and remove the battery for several seconds and then reinstall the battery and reconnect the AC adaptor if it still does not operate properly you should contact ...

Page 52: ...e noted Green Indicates power is being supplied to the computer and the computer is turned on Flashing Orange Indicates that the computer is in Sleep Mode and that there is sufficient power available AC adaptor or battery to maintain this condition No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light User s Manual 3 18 ...

Page 53: ...tch Place two or more fingers down on the Touch Pad and move them toward each other pinch or away from each other stretch This will show different levels of information or visually zooms in or out Two Finger Scroll Place two fingers down and slide them vertically or horizontally from anywhere on the Touch Pad This allows you to operate the scroll bars of a window Swipe Quickly move your finger in ...

Page 54: ...r the key caps Keyboard indicator The following figure shows the position of the CAPS LOCK indicator and NUM LOCK indicator which show the following conditions When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows the keyboard will produce capitals when any letter is typed When the NUM LOCK indicator glows the ten key allows you to enter numbers Figure 4 1 Keypad indicator 1 2 1 CAPS LOCK indicator 2 NUM LOCK indica...

Page 55: ...y device Brightness Down Pressing FN F6 decreases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps Brightness Up Pressing FN F7 increases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps Wireless Pressing FN F8 turns the Airplane mode on or off If no wireless communication device is installed no dialog box will appear Touch Pad Pressing FN F9 enables or disables the Touch Pad...

Page 56: ... secondary right mouse button Using the AccuPoint To use the AccuPoint simply push it with your finger tip in the direction you want to move the on screen pointer Two buttons above the Touch Pad work in the same way with the AccuPoint as they do with the Touch Pad Some models are equipped with an AccuPoint AccuPoint precautions Certain conditions can affect the on screen pointer when using AccuPoi...

Page 57: ...re it is no longer necessary to input the password from the keyboard Fingerprint feature enables you to Logon to Windows and access a security enabled homepage through Internet Explorer Files and folders can be encrypted decrypted and third party access to them prevented Unlock the password protected screen saver Authentication of the User Password and if applicable the HDD SSD Password when booti...

Page 58: ...the speed used during the swipe process Points to note about the Fingerprint Sensor Please be aware of the following considerations when using the fingerprint sensor A failure to follow these guidelines might result in damage to the sensor sensor failure fingerprint recognition problems or a lower fingerprint recognition success rate Do not scratch or poke the sensor with your nails or any hard or...

Page 59: ...ss rate Also if the fingerprint is worn down or the finger becomes thinner or fatter the recognition success rate may be lowered As the fingerprint for each finger is different and unique you should ensure that only the registered or enrolled fingerprint or fingerprints are used for identification Check the position and speed at which you swipe your finger across the sensor please refer to the pre...

Page 60: ...cess This sensor has the memory space for at least twenty fingerprint patterns You might be able to register more fingerprint patterns depending on the sensor memory usage 1 Click Desktop Desktop Assist Tools Utilities Fingerprint Utility 2 The Enroll screen is displayed Enter the current account password into the Windows Password field If no Windows password has been configured you will be asked ...

Page 61: ...y one fingerprint is registered the message At least one fingerprint is required will appear after clicking OK You are not allowed to delete a unique fingerprint 3 Click Close 4 Do you want to quit is displayed Click OK It will be returned to the TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility main menu Delete all users fingerprints 1 In the TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility main menu click Run as administrator 2 User Acco...

Page 62: ... based system instead follow the on screen instructions when the Fingerprint System Authentication screen is displayed This will switch the password input screen across to the keyboard based one You must ensure that you use the TOSHIBA Password Utility to register a User Password before using the Fingerprint Pre Boot authentication and its extended function to allow fingerprints to be used to acce...

Page 63: ...strator means a user has administrator privileges 2 In the TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility main menu click Run As Administrator 3 User Account Control window is displayed Click Yes 4 Swipe your finger across the fingerprint sensor 5 Select Setting in the main menu to open the Setting window You can Select Pre Boot authentication check box if you want to use the fingerprint Pre Boot authentication feat...

Page 64: ...D RAM DVD R DL Format1 DVD R DL BD ROM BD ROM DL BD R BD R DL BD RE BD RE DL BD R TL BD R QL and BD RE TL Some types and formats of DVD R DL and DVD R DL discs may be unreadable Using Optical Disc Drives The full size drive provides high performance execution of disc based programs You can run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 discs without an adaptor For precautions on writing to discs refer to the ...

Page 65: ... the center of the disc until you feel it click into place The disc should lie below the top of the spindle flush with the spindle base 5 Push the center of the disc tray to close it Press gently until it locks into place If the disc is not seated properly when the disc tray is closed the disc might be damaged Also the disc tray might not open fully when you press the eject button Removing discs T...

Page 66: ... near the eject button Figure 4 6 Manual release with the eject hole Φ1 0mm 1 1 Manual eject hole Turn off the power before you use the manual eject hole If the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray the disc could fly off the spindle and cause injury Writable discs This section describes the types of writable discs Check the specifications of your drive to see the types of discs it can writ...

Page 67: ...ase read and follow all of the setup and operating instructions in this section If you fail to do so you may find that the optical disc drive may not function properly and you may fail to write or rewrite information successfully this may cause you to either lose data or incur other damage to the drive or media Disclaimer TOSHIBA does not assume responsibility for the following Damage to any disc ...

Page 68: ...eed High Speed and Ultra Speed MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD DVD R DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2 0 TAIYO YUDEN Co Ltd MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD Hitachi Maxell Ltd DVD R DL MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD DVD R MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD TAIYO YUDEN CO Ltd DVD R DL MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD DVD RW Victor Company of Japan Ltd JVC MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA C...

Page 69: ...other function including such tasks as using a mouse or Touch Pad or closing opening the display panel Start a communication application Apply impact or vibration to the computer Install remove or connect external devices including such items as a memory media card USB device external monitor or an optical digital device Use the audio video control button to reproduce music or voice Open the optic...

Page 70: ... with a region code which is either the same as the factory default setting if applicable or ALL Do not playback video while watching or recording television programs using other applications Doing so may cause video playback or television program recording errors In addition if prescheduled recording starts during video playback it may cause video playback or television program recording errors P...

Page 71: ...ayer and Video app Display Devices Audio If the video image is not displayed on an external display or television stop the TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER and change the screen resolution To change the screen resolution click Desktop Desktop Assist Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Display Adjust resolution However video cannot be output to some external displays and televisions due to output or p...

Page 72: ...ll other applications before playing back video Do not open any other applications or carry out any other operations during video playback Do not switch to Hibernation or Sleep Mode when running the TOSHIBA Blu ray Disc Player Because Blu ray Disc playback operates according to programs built into the content operation methods operation screens sound effects icons and other features may vary from ...

Page 73: ...ys or TV that have HDCP supported HDMI port The video cannot be displayed on an external display or TV connected to the RGB connector The Blu ray Disc movie can be played only on internal LCD displays or external devices connected via an HDMI output In Clone mode Dual View TOSHIBA Blu ray Disc Player may not function properly This product does not play HD DVD discs Blu ray discs with high definiti...

Page 74: ... to in this manual as the main battery You can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source although you should not change the battery pack while the AC adaptor is connected Before you remove the battery pack save your data and shut down the computer or place the computer into Hibernation Mode Please be aware that when placing the computer into Hi...

Page 75: ...ed by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius Otherwise the electrolyte solution might leak battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and discon...

Page 76: ...ours Battery pack 67Wh 6 cell about 3 0 hours about 3 0 to 10 0 hours RTC Battery Normal Doesn t charge about 10 hours RTC Battery High Capacity Doesn t charge about 20 hours TECRA A50 A Satellite PRO A50 A about 18 hours TECRA W50 A Please be aware that the charging time when the computer is on is affected by ambient temperature the temperature of the computer and how you are using the computer i...

Page 77: ...maining battery power can be monitored using the following methods Clicking the battery icon on the Taskbar Via the Battery Status in the Windows Mobility Center window You should wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time This is because the computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and then calculate the r...

Page 78: ...ing them with a clean dry cloth before installing the battery pack Batteries exhausted time When you turn off the power of your computer with batteries fully charged the batteries will be exhausted within the following approximate period Battery type Sleep Mode Shut Down Mode Battery pack 24Wh 3 cell about 2 days about 50 days Battery pack 48Wh 6 cell about 5 days about 100 days Battery pack 67Wh ...

Page 79: ...the battery pack will gradually reduce through repeated charging and discharging and will need to be replaced when it reaches the end of its operating life In addition to this you might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source for an extended period of time This section explains how to remove and install the batte...

Page 80: ... follow the steps as detailed below Do not touch the battery release latch while holding the computer or the battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the battery release latch and cause injuries 1 Insert the battery pack as far as it will go into the computer 2 Ensure that the battery pack is securely in place and the battery lock is in its locked position 3 Turn your comput...

Page 81: ...ends on the model you purchased Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury 7 Press the SIM card gently until it clicks into place 8 Install the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section if required 9 Turn your comp...

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

Page 83: ...wise malfunctions or damage may occur 1 Turn off the power to all external devices connected to the computer 2 Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack Press gently until you hear the latch click into place Figure 4 10 Connecting the LAN cable 2 1 1 LAN jack 2 LAN cable 3 Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector or router Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or softwar...

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

Page 85: ...oduct appearance depends on the model you purchased 7 Follow this procedure to install or remove a memory module Install procedure Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory slot and gently insert the module into the slot at about a 30 degree angle before holding it down until the latches on either side snap into place User s Manual 4 33 ...

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

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

Page 88: ... the model you purchased 8 Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with the screw Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed Figure 4 14 Seating the memory module cover 2 2 1 1 Memory module cover 2 Screw Product appearance depends on the model you purchased User s Manual 4 36 ...

Page 89: ...he Settings charm and then click Shut down while holding down the SHIFT key ensure that the Power indicator is off 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor all cables and any peripheral connected to the computer 3 Close the display panel 4 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section if required 5 Remove the following KB screw used to keep the keyboard s...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Page 104: ...itor Support Some models support dual monitor or triple monitor function that can display image on internal external monitor independently Some models support triple monitor or quadruple monitor function if equipped with a TOSHIBA Hi Speed Port Replicator III 180W 120W The port replicator supports a maximum of two external displays For each VIDEO panel only one port can function at a time Serial D...

Page 105: ...removal or theft The computer has a security lock slot into which you can attach one end of the security cable while the other end attaches to a desk or similar object The methods used for attaching security cables differ from product to product Please refer to the instructions for the product you are using for more information Connecting the security lock In order to connect a security cable to t...

Page 106: ...ion TOSHIBA Hi Speed Port Replicator III 180W 120W TOSHIBA Hi Speed Port Replicator III 180W 120W provides several kinds of ports Refer to the Port Replicator s User s Manual for more details Sound System and Video mode This section describes some of the audio control functions Volume Mixer The Volume Mixer utility lets you control the audio volume for playback of devices and applications under Wi...

Page 107: ... provides the following features Advanced audio rendering to match 2D and 3D video content for enveloping surround sound Accurate placement of audio cues for immersive surround sound from any PC speaker configuration laptop desktop speakers or headphones Broad sweet spot with elevated sound image Maximum volume output delivering maximum volume without creating clipping or distortion Dialog enhance...

Page 108: ...er left of the Power Management is blue and convex When audio power management is disabled the button is black and concave Speaker Configuration Click the Auto Test button to confirm the internal speakers or the headphone sound is coming from the right direction Default Format You can change the sample rate and bit depth of sound Video mode Video mode settings are configured via the Screen Resolut...

Page 109: ...you may refer to each utility s online manual help files or README TXT file if applicable All the utilities described here can be accessed from Desktop Desktop Assist Furthermore some utilities can also be launched from Start screen and desktop shortcut TOSHIBA Desktop Assist TOSHIBA Desktop Assist is a graphical user interface that provides access to specific tools and TOSHIBA utilities and appli...

Page 110: ...e windows to within those zones Multiple Displays utility allows you to configure the Display Mode select monitors and configure your desktop etc To access this utility click Desktop Desktop Assist Tools Utilities Display Utility For details on TOSHIBA Display Utility see the help file TOSHIBA Password Utility This utility allows you to set a password in order to restrict access to the computer To...

Page 111: ...s Peak shift function that can help reduce power usage during periods of peak demand by shifting some power consumption to periods when demand is lower The utility also supports eco charge mode The battery will not be fully charged in this mode thus extending the battery s life cycle It is recommended using the computer with AC adapter connected as the battery operating time is comparatively short...

Page 112: ...s the system and individual component serial numbers and will track specific activities related to their usage To access this utility click Desktop Desktop Assist Support Recovery PC Health Monitor For details on TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor see the help file TOSHIBA Resolution Plug in for Windows Media Player The plug in lets you upconverts wmv and mp4 videos on Windows Media Player For more informa...

Page 113: ...g the following procedures 1 To access the Power Options click Desktop Desktop Assist Control Panel System and Security Power Options Display automatic power off 1 This feature automatically cuts off power to the computer s display panel when there is no keyboard input for a specified time with power being restored the next time a key is pressed This can be specified in the Power Options HDD autom...

Page 114: ...omatically enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down This can be specified in the Power Options Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work you can use this feature to allow you to turn off power to the computer without exiting from your software Data is maintained in the computer s main memory so that when you next turn on the power you can continue working right where you left off Hibernat...

Page 115: ...matically shuts down to prevent any damage In this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost TOSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two levels of password security User and Supervisor Passwords set by the TOSHIBA Password Utility function are different from the Windows password User Password To start the utility click the following items Desktop Desktop Assist Tools ...

Page 116: ...an launch TOSHIBA Setup Utility to set change or delete the HDD Password or HDD Master Password Please refer to TOSHIBA Setup Utility section for further information If you forget your HDD User Password TOSHIBA will NOT be able to assist you and your HDD will be rendered COMPLETELY and PERMANENTLY INOPERABLE TOSHIBA will NOT be held responsible for any loss of any data any loss of use or access to...

Page 117: ...rrectly three times in a row or if you don t enter the password within 1 minute the computer shuts off In this case some features that can power on the computer automatically Wake up on LAN Task Scheduler etc may not work You must turn the computer back on to retry password entry TOSHIBA System Settings TOSHIBA System Settings is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Wind...

Page 118: ...tion or to configure the function keys USB Allows you to set conditions for USB SATA Allows you to set conditions for SATA LAN Allows you to set conditions for LAN ODD Tray Lock Allows you to set the condition for ODD tray lock Undock and Sleep Allows you to set sleep conditions when undock Advanced options Allows you to set the conditions for each device or function The settings or options explai...

Page 119: ...ces with their own chargers If Sleep and Charge function is enabled the computer s battery will discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off It is recommended that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer while using Sleep and Charge function External devices connected to the USB bus power DC5V function that interfaces with the power ON OFF of the computer may always be in an ...

Page 120: ...tion Enabled Enables Sleep and Charge function under battery mode Disabled Enables Sleep and Charge function only when the AC adaptor is connected Disable features when the battery level reaches Specifies the lower limit of remaining battery life by moving the slider bar If the remaining battery life falls below the setting the Sleep and Charge function will be stopped This setting is only availab...

Page 121: ... number of actuations or status changes i e number of power button and FN key combination uses AC adaptor battery LCD fan HDD SSD sound volume wireless communication functionalities and USB information date of initial system use and also computer and device usage i e power settings battery temperature and recharging CPU memory backlight illumination time and temperatures for various devices The st...

Page 122: ...nctions and collecting information A message will be displayed if any changes which may interfere with the operation of the program are detected Follow the instructions displayed on screen in the message Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection Some models have the function for reducing the risk of damage on the hard disk drive Using an acceleration sensor built into the computer HDD Protection de...

Page 123: ...e the following conditions for HDD Protection icon Normal TOSHIBA HDD Protection is enabled Protection TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active The hard disk drive head is in a safe position OFF TOSHIBA HDD Protection is disabled Detection Level There are four sensitivity levels in which vibrations impacts and their similar signs are detected can be set to OFF 1 2 and 3 in ascending order Level 3 is recom...

Page 124: ...isk will begin to rotate again Click 3D Viewer button to start This 3D object virtually represents the Computer s internal Hard Disk Drive This representation may vary from the actual number of disks disk rotation head movement part size shape and direction This feature may use a large amount of CPU and memory on some models The computer may become slow or sluggish when attempting to run other app...

Page 125: ...res Do not write to the media when the virus check software is running Wait for it to finish then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background Do not use utilities including those intended to enhance HDD SSD access speed They may cause unstable operation and damage data Do not shut down log off or Sleep Hibernate while writing or rewriti...

Page 126: ...it To perform this restoration follow the steps below When you reinstall the Windows operating system the HDD SSD will be reformatted and all data will be lost Please make sure that the Boot Speed is set to Normal To access it click Desktop Desktop Assist Tool Utilities System Settings Boot Options Please make sure to use the default Boot Mode option in TOSHIBA Setup Utility before restoring 1 In ...

Page 127: ...total HDD SSD space is configured as a hidden recovery partition This partition stores files which can be used to restore pre installed software in the event of a problem If you subsequently set up your HDD SSD again do not change delete or add partitions in a manner other than specified in the manual otherwise you may find that space for the required software is not available In addition if you u...

Page 128: ...s to finish the recovery Ordering Recovery Discs from TOSHIBA You can order Product Recovery discs for your notebook from the TOSHIBA Europe Backup Media Online Shop Please note that this service is not free of charge 1 Visit https backupmedia toshiba eu on the Internet 2 Follow the on screen instructions You will receive your Recovery Discs within two weeks after placing your order User s Manual ...

Page 129: ... in this chapter are meant only as a guide they are not definitive problem solving techniques In reality many problems can be solved simply but a few may require help from TOSHIBA Support if you find you need to consult others be prepared to describe the problem in as much detail as possible Preliminary checklist You should always consider the simplest solution first the items detailed in this che...

Page 130: ...om characters Make a screenshot of the current display and if possible look up the messages in the documentation included with the computer software or operating system Check that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached as loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent signals Do any indicators light if so which ones what color are they and do they stay on or blink Write down wha...

Page 131: ...ing the power on again by pressing the power button Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit the failed program without shutting down the operating system or closing other programs To close a program that has stopped responding 1 Press CTRL ALT and DEL simultaneously once then cl...

Page 132: ... charm click Power and then select Restart 2 Hold down the corresponding key and then release this key one second after the computer is power on 3 Follow the on screen instructions to proceed Hardware and system checklist This section discusses problems caused by your computer s hardware or attached peripherals Basic problems may occur in the following areas Power Keyboard Internal display panel H...

Page 133: ...ttery indicator Please refer to the Power Condition Descriptions section for further information Problem Procedure AC adaptor doesn t power the computer Check the connections to make sure that the power cord adaptor is firmly connected to the computer and a working power outlet Check the condition of the cord and terminals If the cord is frayed or damaged it should be replaced while if the termina...

Page 134: ...lace the battery taking care to ensure that it is securely seated in the computer Check the DC IN Battery indicator if it does not glow allow the computer to charge the battery for at least twenty minutes If the DC IN Battery indicator starts to glow after this period allow the battery to continue to charge for at least another twenty minutes before turning on the computer However if the indicator...

Page 135: ...oceed Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by the setup and configuration of the computer please refer to the The Keyboard section for further information Problem Procedure Output to screen is garbled Please refer to your software s documentation to ensure that it is not remapping the keyboard in any way remapping involves changing or reassigning the function of each key If you are still unabl...

Page 136: ... disc in the optical disc drive if so remove it and try to start the computer again If this has no effect check the Boot Priority Options setting within the TOSHIBA System Settings Slow performance The files on the HDD SSD may be fragmented in this instance you should run the disk Defragmentation utility to check the condition of your files and the HDD SSD Please refer to the operating system s do...

Page 137: ...from the computer and then reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected If the problem persists then you should refer to the documentation supplied with your memory media card for further information You cannot write to a memory media card Remove the memory media card from the computer and check to ensure that it is not write protected You cannot read a file Check to ensure the required f...

Page 138: ...nging the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Desktop Desktop Assist Control Panel Hardware and Sound Mouse 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the pointer speed as required and click OK The reaction of Touch Pad is either too sensitive or not sensitive enough Adjust the touch Sensitivity To access it click Desktop Desk...

Page 139: ...nter speed as required and click OK The on screen pointer moves erratically The elements of the mouse responsible for detecting movement might be dirty please refer to the documentation supplied with the mouse for instructions on how to clean it If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact TOSHIBA Support USB device In addition to the information in this section please also refer to the ...

Page 140: ...ods Turn OFF the computer while external devices are connected Connect external devices after turning OFF of the computer If this function can still not be used change the setting to disable the function and stop using this function The battery depletes quickly even when I turned OFF the power of the computer If Sleep and Charge function is enabled the computer s battery will discharge during hibe...

Page 141: ...r decrease volume Check the software volume settings Please check to see if Mute is turned to Off Check to make sure the headphone connection is secure Check within the Windows Device Manager application to ensure the sound device is enabled and that the device is properly working Annoying sound is heard In this instance you may be experiencing feedback from either the internal microphone or an ex...

Page 142: ...the external monitor has been disconnected while in Sleep Mode To keep this from happening do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation Mode Remember to turn off the computer before disconnecting the external monitor When the display panel and an external monitor are set to clone mode and they are turned off by the timer the display panel or the external mon...

Page 143: ...nal Bluetooth device is turned on Check to ensure that no optional Bluetooth Adaptor is installed in the computer the built in Bluetooth hardware cannot operate simultaneously with another Bluetooth controller If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact TOSHIBA Support TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the comp...

Page 144: ...ssistance Consult the reseller or dealer from where you purchased your computer and or software they are your best resource for current information and support TOSHIBA technical support If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related write to TOSHIBA at the location listed in the enclosed warranty booklet or visit www toshiba europe com on the Internet User s M...

Page 145: ... 27 8 34 9 h millimeters not including parts that extend beyond the main body Environmental Requirements Conditions Ambient temperature Relative humidity Operating 5 C 41 F to 35 C 95 F 20 to 80 noncondensing Non operating 20 C 4 F to 60 C 140 F 10 to 90 noncondensing Wet bulb temperature 29 C maximum Conditions Altitude from sea level Operating 60 to 3 000 meters Non operating 60 to 10 000 meters...

Page 146: ...A Data Signal I O 13 HSYNC Horizontal Sync Signal O 14 VSYNC Vertical Sync Signal O 15 SCL Data Clock Signal O I O I Input to computer I O O Output from computer AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country region in which it is used All cords must meet the followi...

Page 147: ...d must be VDE type H05VVH2 F or H03VVH2 F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type H05VV F For the United States and Canada two pin plug configuration must be a 2 15P 250V or 1 15P 125V and three pin plug configuration must be 6 15P 250V or 5 15P 125V as designated in the U S National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part II The following illustrations show the...

Page 148: ...uetooth Specification depending on the model you purchased as defined and approved by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by the Bluetooth Special interest Group This Bluetooth product is not compatible with devices using Bluetooth Version 1 0B specifications The wireless devices have not completed verification of connection and ope...

Page 149: ...e organization These situations may for example include Using the Wireless products equipment on board of airplanes or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to as...

Page 150: ...or cause the loss or destruction of stored data TOSHIBA is not liable for the loss of data due to eavesdropping or illegal access through the wireless LAN and the damage thereof Card Specifications Form Factor PCI Express Mini Card Compatibility IEEE 802 11 Standard for Wireless LANs Network Operating System Microsoft Windows Networking Media Access Protocol CSMA CA Collision Avoidance with Acknow...

Page 151: ...th functions and an external Bluetooth adaptor simultaneously For reference Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features Security Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible to falsify the origin of a message Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy Worldwide operation The B...

Page 152: ... own premises For public use a general authorization is required Luxembourg Implemented General authorization required for network and service supply Norway Implemented This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny Alesund Russian Federation Only for indoor applications Restrictions for Use of 5150 5350MHz Frequencies in Europe Italy For pr...

Page 153: ...e used outside own premises Luxembourg Implemented General authorization required for network and service supply Russian Federation Limited e i r p 100mW Permitted to use only for indoor applications closed industrial and warehouse areas and on board aircraft 1 Permitted to use for local networks of aircraft crew service communications on board aircraft in area of the airport and at all stages of ...

Page 154: ...mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux les utilisateurs devraient aussi être avisés que les utilisateurs de radars de haute puissance sont désignés utilisateurs principaux c à d qu ils ont la priorité pour les bandes 5 25 5 35GHz et 5 65 5 85GHz et que ces radars pourraient causer du brouillage et ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN EL The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifi...

Page 155: ... power radio frequency devices Article 14 The low power radio frequency devices shall not influence aircraft security and interfere legal communications If found the user shall cease operating immediately until no interference is achieved The said legal communications means radio communications is operated in compliance with the Telecommunications Act The low power radio frequency devices must be ...

Page 156: ...1 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4GHz 2 DS This equipment uses DS SS modulation 3 OF This equipment uses OFDM modulation 4 4 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m 5 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400MHz to 2 483 5MHz It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems 3 Indication for Bluetooth The indication shown below appears ...

Page 157: ...87003 Intel Centrino Advanced N 6235 a b g n a b g Wireless LAN and Bluetooth The Name of the radio equipment 6235ANHMW DSP Research Inc Approval Number D111083003 The following restrictions apply Do not disassemble or modify the device Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device Radio approvals for wireless devices This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countrie...

Page 158: ...cs or video applications use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections use of complex modeling software such as high end computer aided design applications use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously use of computer in areas with low air pressure high altitude 1 000 meters or 3 280 feet above sea level use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5 C to...

Page 159: ... PCI devices like Wireless LAN etc require their own memory space Since a 32 bit operating system cannot address more than 4 GB of memory these system resources overlap the physical memory It is a technical limitation that the overlapped memory is not available to the operating system Even though some tools might display the actual physical memory built into your computer the memory available to t...

Page 160: ...essing unit GPU performance may vary depending on product model design configuration applications power management settings and features utilized GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and may decrease considerably when operating in battery power mode Total Available Graphics Memory is the total of as applicable Dedicated Video Memory System Video Memory and Shared Syste...

Page 161: ...ersatile Disc DVD R Digital Versatile Disc recordable DVD RAM Digital Versatile Disc random Access Memory DVD R DL Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Dual Layer DVD ROM Digital Versatile Disc read Only Memory DVD RW Digital Versatile Disc rewritable DVD R DL Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Double Layer FAT File Allocation Table FCC Federal Communications Commission FHD Full High Definition GB gig...

Page 162: ... Personal Computer Memory Card International Association RAM Random Access Memory RGB Red Green and Blue RFI Radio Frequency Interference ROM Read Only Memory RTC Real Time Clock S P DIF Sony philips Digital Interface Format SD Secure Digital SDHC Secure Digital High Capacity SDXC Secure Digital Extended Capacity SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SSD Solid State Drive TFT Thin film Tr...

Page 163: ...ator 3 17 Display automatic power off 5 5 hinges 3 10 opening 2 5 screen 3 10 Display controller 3 13 Documentation list 2 1 Dual Pointing Device AccuPoint 4 4 Touch Pad 6 9 DVD Super Multi drive using writing E Equipment checklist 2 1 ExpressCard inserting 4 45 removing 4 46 External monitor problems 6 14 F FN 1 reduce 4 3 FN 2 enlarge 4 3 FN 3 Volume down 4 3 FN 4 Volume up 4 4 FN ESC Mute 4 3 F...

Page 164: ... 4 44 removing 4 45 Memory media slot 4 42 Moving the computer 1 18 MultiMediaCard removing 4 45 P Password power on 5 5 Starting the computer by password 5 9 Supervisor 5 8 user 5 7 Pointing Device Touch Pad 3 11 Power conditions 3 16 Hibernation Mode 2 11 panel on off 5 6 Shut Down mode 2 8 Sleep Mode 2 9 turning off 2 8 turning on 2 6 Problems AC power 6 5 Analyzing the problem 6 2 Battery 6 5 ...

Page 165: ...0 Restarting the computer 2 9 S SD SDHC SDXC Card formatting 4 43 note 4 42 Security lock 4 53 Sleep and Charge function problems 6 11 Sleep Mode setting 2 9 System automatic 5 5 Smart Card inserting 4 47 removing 4 47 Sound system problems 6 13 T TOSHIBA Desktop Assist 5 1 U USB device problems 6 11 V Video mode 4 56 Video RAM 3 13 W Web Camera 3 10 Wireless communication 7 5 User s Manual Index ...

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