User's Manual C70-B/L70-B/S70-B
Table of Contents Chapter 1 TOSHIBA Legal, Regulatory and Safety Copyright, Disclaimer and Trademarks .............................................. 1-1 Regulatory Information ......................................................................... 1-2 Video Standard Notice .......................................................................... 1-7 OpenSSL Toolkit License Issues ......................................................... 1-8 FreeType License Issues .......................................
Security lock ........................................................................................ 4-31 Optional TOSHIBA Accessories ........................................................ 4-32 Sound System and Video mode ......................................................... 4-32 Chapter 5 Utilities and Advanced Usage Utilities and Applications ...................................................................... 5-1 Special features ...............................................................
Chapter 1 TOSHIBA Legal, Regulatory and Safety This chapter states the Legal, regulatory and safety information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. Copyright, Disclaimer and Trademarks Copyright © 2014 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
Windows, Microsoft and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba Corporation and its affiliates is under license. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association.
Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer’s External RGB monitor port, Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0 and 3.0) ports, HDMI port and Headphone/Microphone combo jack.
Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Directive 1999/5/EC, Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC (ErP) and the related implementing measures. This product and the original options are 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.
Canadian regulatory information (Canada only) This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications. Note that Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) regulations provide, that changes or modifications not expressly approved by TOSHIBA Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment.
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 European Battery Directive, then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol.
The crossed wheelie bin symbol means that this product should not be collected and disposed with other household wastes. When product become waste at the end- of-life, to protect environment and human health, it should be given to nearest collection recycling or disposal center. For more information about collection and recycling programs in your country please contact your local authority or the retailer where the product was purchased. Compliant with AEEE Directive.
OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING THAT RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL, INTERNAL AND COMMERCIAL USES AND LICENSING MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM. OpenSSL Toolkit License Issues LICENSE ISSUES ============== The OpenSSL toolkit stays under a dual license, i.e. both the conditions of the OpenSSL License and the original SSLeay license apply to the toolkit. See below for the actual license texts. Actually both licenses are BSD-style Open Source licenses.
NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED.
3. All advertising materials mentioning features or use of this software must display the following acknowledgement: "This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com)" 4. The word 'cryptographic' can be left out if the rouines from the library being used are not cryptographic related :-).
This license applies to all files found in such packages, and which do not fall under their own explicit license. The license affects thus the FreeType font engine, the test programs, documentation and makefiles, at the very least. This license was inspired by the BSD, Artistic, and IJG (Independent JPEG Group) licenses, which all encourage inclusion and use of free software in commercial and freeware products alike. As a consequence, its main points are that: We don't promise that this software works.
archive. If you are unsure whether or not a particular file is covered by this license, you must contact us to verify this. The FreeType Project is copyright (C) 1996-2000 by David Turner, Robert Wilhelm, and Werner Lemberg. All rights reserved except as specified below. 1. No Warranty -------------THE FREETYPE PROJECT IS PROVIDED `AS IS' WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
As you have not signed this license, you are not required to accept it. However, as the FreeType Project is copyrighted material, only this 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.
ENERGY STAR® Program Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR® compliant. If the model you purchased is compliant, it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo on the computer and the following information applies. TOSHIBA is a partner in the ENERGY STAR Program and has designed this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
Please be kind to our shared environment. Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly. Optical disc drive safety instructions Be sure to check the precautions at the end of this section. The drive model employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference.
General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual.
Stress injury Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use. It also includes information on work space design, posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress. Heat injury Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is used for long periods, its surface can become very warm.
Moving the computer While the computer is designed for flexible day-to-day usage you should exercise a few simple precautions when moving it in order to help ensure trouble-free operation. Make sure all disk/disc activity has ended before moving the computer. Turn off (shut down) the computer. Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer. Close the display panel. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel.
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.
Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic information to start using your computer. Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre-installed by TOSHIBA. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer, taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use.
Double-click HDD or Hard disk drive Tap the Touch Pad or click the left Touch Pad control button twice. Left-click the mouse twice. Some models are equipped with a "Solid State Drive (SSD)" instead of a hard disk drive. In this manual, the word "HDD" or "Hard disk drive" also refers to the SSD unless otherwise stated. Using your computer for the first time Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for information on the safe and proper use of 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 incompatible adaptor.
Figure 2-2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (3-pin plug) Either a 2-pin or 3-pin adaptor/cord will be included with the computer depending on the model. 2. Connect the AC adaptor’s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on your computer. Figure 2-3 Connecting the DC output plug to the computer 1 2 Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. 1. DC IN 19V jack 3. 2. DC output plug Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet - the DC IN/Battery indicator should glow.
Figure 2-4 Opening the display panel 1 1. Display panel Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel. Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer. Be careful not to open the display panel too far as this could put stress on the display panel’s hinges and cause damage. Do not press or push on the display panel. Do not lift the computer by the display panel.
Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows Setup. 1. 2. Open the display panel. Press the computer's power button. Figure 2-5 Turning on the power 1 1. Power button Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. Initial setup The Windows Startup Screen will be the first screen displayed when you turn on the power. Follow the on-screen instructions on each screen in order to properly install the operating system. When it is displayed, be sure to read the License Terms carefully.
Never turn off the power while an application is running. Doing so could cause loss of data. Never turn off the power, disconnect an external storage device or remove storage media during data read/write. Doing so can cause data loss. 3. 4. 5. Click Start. Select Shut down. Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer. Do not turn the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately - wait a short period to avoid any potential damage.
Do not switch to Sleep Mode while transferring data to external media, such as USB devices, memory media or other external memory devices. Data will be lost. Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode (unless the computer is connected to an AC power source), as data in memory could be lost.
When the computer is in Sleep Mode, the Power indicator will blink white. If you are operating the computer on battery power, you can lengthen the overall operating time by turning it off into Hibernation Mode Sleep Mode will consume more power while the computer is off. Sleep Mode limitations Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions: Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down. Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise.
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. 2. 3. 4. Click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Security -> Power Options. Click Choose what the power button does or Choose what closing the lid does. Enable the desired Hibernation Mode settings for When I press the power button and When I close the lid.
Chapter 3 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of the computer - it is recommended that you become familiar with each before you operate the computer. Legal Footnote (Non-applicable Icons) For more information regarding Non-applicable Icons, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section. Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface.
DC IN/Battery indicator The DC IN/Battery indicator shows the condition of the DC IN and the battery's charge - white indicates the battery is fully charged while the power is being correctly supplied from the AC power adaptor. Please refer to the Power Condition Descriptions section for more information on this feature. Wireless communication indicator The Wireless communication indicator glows amber when the Bluetooth or Wireless LAN functions are turned on.
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 left side of the computer. A USB 2.0 port is not compatible with USB 3.0 devices. Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of all USB devices that are available. Some functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly.
Microphone jack A 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a mini jack for monaural microphone input. The integrated sound system provides support for the computer’s internal speakers and microphone, as well as allowing an external microphone and headphones to be connected via the appropriate jacks. Universal Serial Bus (USB 3.0) ports Two Universal Serial Bus ports, which comply to the USB 3.0 standard, are provided on the right side of the computer. A USB 3.0 port is compliant with USB 3.
Cooling vents The cooling vents help the processor to avoid overheating. Do not block the cooling vents. Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of the cooling vents. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. Carefully clean the dust on the cooling vents’ surface using a soft cloth. Back The following figure shows the back of the computer.
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 on removing the battery pack please refer to the Battery section. Cooling vents The cooling vents help the processor to avoid overheating. Do not block the cooling vents. Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of the cooling vents.
1. Microphone 2. Web Camera LED 3. Web Camera 4. Microphone* 5. Wireless communication antennas (not shown) 6. Display screen 7. Stereo speakers 8. Display hinges 9. Power button 10. Power indicator 11. Keyboard 12. Touch Pad 13. Touch Pad control buttons * Provided with some models. Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
Display screen 41.3cm (17.3") LCD screen, configured with one of the following resolutions: HD+, 1600 horizontal x 900 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 brightness levels is intended to save power when operating on batteries.
Touch Pad control buttons The two buttons located on the bottom of the Touch Pad are used like the buttons on a standard mouse - press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer, and press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using. Touch Pad control buttons appearance depends on the model you purchased.
Legal Footnote (Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity) For more information regarding Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section. Video RAM The memory in a computer's graphics adaptor, used to store the image displayed on a bitmap display. The amount of Video RAM available is dependent on the computer's system memory. Click Start -> Control Panel -> Appearance and Personalization -> Display -> Adjust resolution.
The Display Power Saving Technology feature can be disabled in the Intel® HD Graphics Control Panel/Intel® Graphics and Media Control Panel. You can access this control panel in the following way: Right-click on the desktop and click Graphics Properties... In Intel® HD Graphics Control Panel: 1. 2. 3. Click Power and select On battery. Click Off under Display Power Saving Technology. Click Apply.
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. The LED in the table below refers to the DC IN/Battery indicator.
White Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is fully charged. No light Under any other conditions, the indicator does not light. If the battery pack becomes too hot while it is being charged, the charge will stop and the DC IN/Battery indicator will go out. When the battery pack's temperature falls to a normal range, charging will resume - this process will occur regardless of whether the computer's power is on or off.
Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer, and highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it. Using the Touch Pad The Touch Pad located in the palm rest may support the following gestures: Tap Simply tap your finger on the Touch Pad to act on items on the screen. (Similar to left-click) Pinch or stretch Place two or more fingers down on the Touch Pad and move them toward each other (pinch) or away from each other (stretch).
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 indicators 2 1 1. CAPS LOCK indicator 2. NUM LOCK indicator CAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when letter keys are locked into their uppercase format.
Special function mode Standard F1F12 mode Function F2 FN + F2 Decreases the computer's display panel brightness in individual steps. F3 FN + F3 Increases the computer's display panel brightness in individual steps. F4 FN + F4 Changes the active display device. To use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. F5 FN + F5 Enables or disables the Touch Pad. F6 FN + F6 Moves media backward.
2. 3. Press the function key or click the card associated with the desired function. The selected card with available options will appear. Press the function key repeatedly to cycle through the available options and release the FN key when the desired option is selected. You can also click the desired option. Special function mode 1. Press the function key repeatedly to cycle through the available options and release it when the desired option is selected.
Optical disc drives The computer may be installed with a DVD Super Multi drive or Blu-ray™ Writer drive (BDXL™). When the computer is accessing an optical disc, the indicator on the drive glows. Formats The drives support the following formats.
2. Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully opened. Figure 4-2 Pressing the eject button and pulling the disc tray open 1 2 Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. 1. Eject button 3. 2. Disc tray Lay the disc, label side up, in the disc tray. Figure 4-3 Inserting a disc 1 1. Laser lens When the disc tray is fully opened, the edge of the computer will cover the disc tray slightly. Therefore, you will need to turn the disc at an angle when you place it in the disc tray.
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 To remove the disc, follow the steps as detailed below: Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the optical disc drive. Wait for the optical disc drive indicator to go out before you open the disc tray. Also, if the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray, wait for it to stop before you remove it. 1.
Writable discs This section describes the types of writable discs. Check the specifications of your drive to see the types of discs it can write. Use TOSHIBA Disc Creator to write compact discs. CDs CD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed. CD-RW discs including multi speed CD-RW discs, high-speed CD-RW discs and ultra-speed CD-RW discs can be recorded more than once. DVDs DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R DL and DVD+R DL discs can be written only once.
Important message Before you write or rewrite to any of the media supported by the optical disc drive, please 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.
DVD-R DL: MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 4x and 8x speed media) DVD+R: MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 8x and 16x speed media) TAIYO YUDEN CO., Ltd. (for 8x and 16x speed media) DVD+R DL: MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 8x speed media) DVD-RW: DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for Version 1.1 or version 1.2 Victor Company of Japan, Ltd. (JVC) (for 2x, 4x and 6x speed media) MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 2x, 4x and 6x speed media) DVD+RW: MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD.
Disc created in DVD-R DL format4 (Layer Jump Recording) cannot be read. When writing or rewriting Please observe the following points while you write or rewrite data to a media: Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media - do not use the cut-and-paste function as the original data will be lost if there is a write error. Do not perform any of the following actions: Change users in the Operating Systems.
Do not use the "Disc Backup" function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator in order to copy DVD Video or DVD-ROM material that has copyright protection. DVD-RAM discs cannot be backed up using the "Disc Backup" function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator. You cannot back up CD-ROM, CD-R or CD-RW media to DVD-R, DVD-R DL or DVD-RW media using the "Disc Backup" function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator. You cannot back up CD-ROM, CD-R or CD-RW media to DVD+R, DVD+R DL or DVD+RW media using the "Disc Backup" function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator.
2. Display the setting dialog box by one of the following two steps: Click the Recording settings button ( toolbar in the Data CD/DVD mode. 3. 4. 5. ) for writing on the main Select Settings for Each Mode -> Data CD/DVD in the Settings menu. Mark the Verify Written Data check box. Select File Open or Full Compare mode. Click the OK button. How to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator Please refer to the Help files for additional TOSHIBA Disc Creator information.
Do not playback video while recording television programs using other applications. Doing so may cause video playback or television program recording errors. In addition, if pre-scheduled recording starts during video playback it may cause video playback or television program recording errors. Please view video during times when there is no recording prescheduled. While playing a BD-J title, keyboard shortcut is ineffective. Resume play function cannot be used with some discs on TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc Player.
Do not change the display device while running the TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc Player. Starting TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc Player Use the following procedure to start TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc Player. Insert a Blu-ray™ Movie Disc in the optical disc drive while the operating system is running. When a Blu-ray™ Movie Disc is set in the Blu-ray™ drive (for models with Blu-ray™ drive), TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc Player may start automatically. Click Desktop Assist -> Media & Entertainment -> TOSHIBA Bluray Disc Player.
Important Safety Information for 3D Function Please refrain from or stop viewing if you feel ill or experience discomfort before or while watching 3D video images. Please refrain from viewing 3D video images if you experience convulsions, photosensitivity reaction, or heart disease. Due to the possibility of impact on vision development, viewers of 3D video images should be aged 6 or older.
The Player is intended for playing DVD-Video, DVD-VR and video files and for viewing 2D home video content and other 2D content created by you in 3D. The 3D playback of any video content not created by the user may require the direct or indirect permission of third parties, where such content is protected by copyright, unless otherwise permitted under applicable law. The protection of intellectual property rights is essential for TOSHIBA.
Please consider whether it is suitable or is there a need for limiting the viewing time before allowing your child to watch a 3D content. This software does not have parental lock for 3D video viewing. Please use the login-password functions of Windows if you are worried about the effect of 3D playback on your child's visual function. This software can playback MPEG2, MP4, and WTV files.
Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack. Improper installation could generate smoke or fire, or cause the battery pack to rupture. Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children. It can cause injury. The battery pack can explode if not replaced, used, handled or disposed of properly. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements.
Battery type Power off Power on Battery pack (24Wh, 3 cell) about 3 hours about 3~5 hours Battery pack (48Wh, 6 cell) about 3 hours about 3~5 hours Battery pack (66Wh, 6 cell high capacity) about 4 hours about 4~6 hours 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 - if you make heavy use of external devices for example, the battery might scarcely charge at all during operation
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 remaining operating time, based on this together with the current power consumption. Please be aware that the actual remaining operating time may differ slightly from the calculated time.
Battery type Sleep Mode Shut Down Mode Battery pack (48Wh, 6 cell) about 4 days about 43 days Battery pack (66Wh, 6 cell high capacity) about 5.5 days about 60 days Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery packs: At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps as detailed below. 1. Turn off the computer's power. 2.
Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode, as data is stored in RAM, so if the computer loses power it could be lost. In Hibernation Mode, data will be lost if you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed. Do not touch the battery release latch while holding the computer or the battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the battery release latch and cause injuries.
LAN The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX) or Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T). This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN. The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off. Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature.
2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place. Figure 4-6 Connecting the LAN cable 2 1 1. LAN jack 2. LAN cable Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. 3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector or router. Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor before using or configuring a network connection.
Points to note about the memory media card SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards comply with SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music. For this reason, you cannot copy or playback protected material on another computer or other device, and you may not reproduce any copyrighted material except for your personal enjoyment. Below is a simple explanation for distinguishing SD memory cards from SDHC memory cards and SDXC memory cards.
After using card, return it to its case. The card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way. Do not try to force the card into the slot. Do not leave a card partially inserted in the slot. Press the card until you hear it click into place. Set the write-protect switch to the lock position, if you do not want to record data. Memory cards have a limited lifespan, so it is important to backup important data. Do not write to a card if the battery power is low. Low power could affect writing accuracy.
3. Press the memory media gently until it clicks into place. Figure 4-8 Inserting memory media 2 1. Memory media slot 1 2. Memory media Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. Make sure the memory media is oriented properly before you insert it. If you insert the media in wrong direction, you may not be able to remove it. When inserting the memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data.
External displays allows you to share your desktop or extend the desktop area. Connecting an external display Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also connect other external displays via available ports on the computer. Some models may include the Triple Monitor function that can display image on Triple Monitor independently. As the port operation of all external display devices have not been confirmed, some devices may not function properly.
The HDMI out port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port digitally transfers both video and audio data without reducing the quality. HDMI-compatible external display devices including televisions can be connected via the HDMI port. Some models can support ultra high definition (3840 x 2160 pixels) display on compatible external display devices via HDMI output port. To use this function, you must purchase an HDMI cable (corresponding to 3840x2160 pixels or higher).
1. Click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Sound. 2. In the Playback tab, select the playback device which you want to switch to. 3. To use the internal speakers on your computer, select Speakers. To use the television or the external monitor that you have connected to the computer, select a different playback device. 4. Click the Set Default button. 5. Click OK to close the Sound dialog.
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 the computer, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. 2. Turn the computer so its right side faces you. Align the security cable with the lock slot and secure it in place. Figure 4-11 Security lock 2 1 1. Security lock slot 2. Security lock Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
To launch the Volume Mixer utility, right click on the speaker icon on the Windows Taskbar, and then select Open Volume Mixer from the sub menu. To adjust the volume level of speakers or headphones, move the Speakers slider. To adjust the volume level of an application that you are using, move the slider for the corresponding application. Microphone Level Follow the steps below to change the microphone recording level. 1. 2. 3.
If you are running some applications (for example a 3D application or video playback), you may see some disturbance, flickering or frame dropping on your screen. If that occurs, adjust the resolution of display, lowering it until the screen is displayed properly.
Chapter 5 Utilities and Advanced Usage This chapter describes the utilities and special features of this computer, and the advanced usage of some utilities. Utilities and Applications This section describes the pre-installed utilities that come with the computer and details how to start them. For further information on their operation, you may refer to each utility's online manual, help files or README.TXT file (if applicable).
If you set the boot-up certification (single sign-on) on the model featured with a fingerprint authentication, a fingerprint (or password) is required again at the login phase. TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides support to movement impaired users when they need to use the function keys. In use, the utility allows you to make the FN key "sticky", that is, you can press it once, release it, and they press one of the function keys in order to access its specific function.
TOSHIBA Sleep Utility This utility is able to either enable or disable the following functions: Sleep and Charge: By connecting to the USB port, devices such as digital audio players are able to charge, even when the computer is in Standby/Sleep Mode, Hibernation Mode or shutdown state. To access this utility, click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Tools & Utilities -> Sleep Utility.
*1 To access the Power Options, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Security -> Power Options. Display automatic power off *1 This feature automatically cuts off power to the computer's display panel when there is no keyboard input for a specified time, with power being restored the next time a key is pressed. This can be specified in the Power Options.
Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you can use this feature to allow you to turn off power to the computer without exiting from your software. Data is maintained in the computer's main memory so that when you next turn on the power, you can continue working right where you left off. Hibernation Mode This feature lets you turn off the power to the computer without exiting from your software.
Passwords set by the TOSHIBA Password utility function are different from the Windows password. User Password To set or reset the user password for power on, click the following items: Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Tools & Utilities -> HWSetup -> Password This option lets you register a new password or change/remove an existing password. Not Registered Changes or remove the password (default). Registered Selects the password. A dialogue box will appear to allow you to set the password.
Supervisor Password If you set a Supervisor Password, some functions might be restricted when a user logs on with the User Password. You can start the Supervisor Password utility by accessing the following folder and then double-click SVPWUTIL.exe: C:\Program Files\TOSHIBA\Utilities\ This utility lets you do the following: Register or delete the Supervisor Password. Specify restrictions for general users.
In addition there are also three buttons: OK, Cancel and Apply. OK Accepts your changes and closes the TOSHIBA HWSetup window. Cancel Closes the window without accepting your changes. Apply Accepts all your changes without closing the TOSHIBA HWSetup window. Some options shown in grey are possible to confirm their status.
uses a very small portion of the total hard disk capacity, approximately 10MB or less per year. This information is used to identify and provide a notification of system conditions which may effect the performance of your TOSHIBA computer. It may also be used to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. Additionally, TOSHIBA may also use this information for quality assurance analysis.
System Recovery There is a hidden partition allocated on the Hard Disk Drive for the System Recovery Options in the event of a problem. You can also create recovery media and restore the system.
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 Hard Disk Drive access speed. They may cause unstable operation and damage data. Do not shut down/log off or Sleep/Hibernate while writing or rewriting the media.
When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Load the Recovery Media into the Optical Disc Drive or insert the recovery USB Flash Memory into one available USB port. Turn off the computer's power. While holding down F12 key on the keyboard, turn on your computer when the TOSHIBA Leading Innovation >>> logo screen appears, release the F12 key.
1. 2. 3. User's Manual Turn off your computer. While holding down 0 (zero) key on the keyboard, turn on your computer.
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA has designed this computer for durability, however, should problems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed in this chapter to help determine the cause. All users should become familiar with this chapter as knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring in the first place.
Check all cables to ensure they are correctly and firmly attached to the computer - loose cables can cause signal errors. Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins. Check that your disc media is correctly loaded Always try to make detailed notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log - this will help you to describe your problems to TOSHIBA Support. In addition, if a problem recurs, the log you have made will help to identify the problem faster.
Hardware If you cannot find a software problem, you should then check the setup and configuration of your hardware. First run through the items in the preliminary checklist as described previously then, if you still cannot correct the problem, try to identify the source - the next section provides checklists for individual components and peripherals.
If you are using the AC adaptor, check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another device, such as a lamp. Verify that the computer is on by looking at the Power indicator. If the indicator is glowing, the computer is on. Also, try turning the computer off and then on. If you are using an AC adaptor, verify that the computer is receiving power from the external power source by looking at the DC IN/Battery indicator.
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 terminals are soiled, they should be cleaned with a clean cotton cloth. If the AC adaptor still does not power the computer, you should contact TOSHIBA Support.
Problem Procedure Battery doesn’t If the battery is completely discharged, it will not charge when the AC begin charging immediately, in these instances you adaptor is attached. should wait a few minutes before trying again. If the battery still does not charge, you should check that the power outlet the AC adaptor is connected to its supplying power - this can be tested by plugging another appliance into it.
Real Time Clock Problem Procedure The BIOS setting and system date/ time are lost. The lasting time of the Real Time Clock (RTC) has run out - you will need to set the date and time in the BIOS setup utility by using the following steps: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Click Start. Point to the arrow ( ) beside the Shut down button and then select Restart. Hold down the F2 key and then release this key one second after the computer is power on - the BIOS setup utility will load.
Problem Procedure Markings appear on the computer's display panel. These marks may have come from contact with the keyboard and Touch Pad while the display panel has been closed. You should try to remove the marks by gently wiping the display panel with a clean dry cloth or, if this fails, with a good quality LCD screen cleaner. In this latter instance you should always follow the instructions with the screen cleaner and always ensure you let the display panel dry properly before closing it.
Problem Procedure You cannot access a Make sure the drive’s disc tray is securely closed. CD/DVD/Blu-ray Press gently until it clicks into place. Disc™ in the drive Open the disc tray and make sure the disc is properly seated. It should lie flat with the label facing up. A foreign object in the disc tray could block laser light from reading the disc. Make sure there is no obstruction. Remove any foreign object. Check whether the disc is dirty.
Problem Procedure On-screen pointer does not respond to pointing device operation In this instance the system might be busy - Try moving the mouse again after waiting a short while. Double-tapping (Touch Pad) does not work In this instance, you should initially try changing the double-click speed setting within the Mouse Control utility. 1. 2. 3. The on-screen pointer moves too fast or too slow In this instance, you should initially try changing the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility. 1.
Problem Procedure Double-clicking does In this instance, you should initially try changing not work the double-click speed setting within the Mouse Control utility. 1. 2. 3. The on-screen pointer moves too fast or too slow In this instance, you should initially try changing the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility. 1. 2. 3. The on-screen pointer moves erratically To access this utility, click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Mouse.
Problem Procedure I cannot use the Sleep and Charge function. Sleep and Charge function may be disabled. Enable the Sleep and Charge function in the TOSHIBA HWSetup. When there is a current overflow of the external device connected to the compatible port, USB bus power (DC5V) supply may be stopped for safety reasons. When this happens, disconnect an external device if some external devices are connected. After that, turn the power of the computer ON/OFF to restore the function.
Problem Procedure The "USB Wakeup function" does not work. When Sleep and Charge function is enabled, the "USB WakeUp" function does not work for ports that support the Sleep and Charge function. In that case, use an USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function or change to disable Sleep and Charge function. Sound system In addition to the information in this section, please also refer to the documentation supplied with your audio device.
Problem Procedure Monitor does not turn on After confirming that the monitor's power switch is on, you should check the connections to make sure that the power cord/adaptor is firmly connected to the monitor and to a working power outlet. No display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. Press the function key in order to change the display priority and ensure that it is not set for the internal display only. Check to see if the external monitor is connected.
Problem Procedure Wake-up on LAN does not work Make sure the AC adaptor is connected. The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off. If problems persist, consult your LAN administrator. Wireless LAN Problem Procedure Cannot access Wireless LAN Make sure the computer's Wireless communication function is on. If problems persist, contact your LAN administrator.
If a problem occurs when you are running software applications, consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions and consider calling the software company's technical support department for assistance. Consult the reseller or dealer from where you purchased your computer and/or software - they are your best resource for current information and support.
Chapter 7 Appendix Specifications This section summarizes the computer’s technical specifications. Physical Dimensions Physical Dimensions shown below do not include parts that extend beyond the main body. The physical dimensions may vary depending on the model you purchased. Size Approximately 413 (w) x 268 (d) x 29/33.7 (h) millimeters Approximately 413 (w) x 268 (d) x 28.4/33.1 (h) millimeters (not including parts that extend beyond the main body).
Computer 19V DC External RGB monitor port pin assignment 5 1 15 11 10 6 Pin Signal Name Description I/O 1 CRV Red Video Signal O 2 CGV Green Video Signal O 3 CBV Blue Video Signal O 4 Reserved Reserved 5 GND Ground 6 GND Ground 7 GND Ground 8 GND Ground 9 +5V Power Supply 10 GND Ground 11 Reserved Reserved 12 SDA 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 comput
Current rating: Minimum 2.5 amperes Certification agencies China: CQC U.S. and Canada: UL listed and CSA certified No.
Australia Europe AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency Canada China CSA approved CCC approved Information for Wireless Devices Wireless Technology Interoperability The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) /Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) radio technology, and is compliant to: The IEEE 802.
http://www.pc.support.global.toshiba.com , if you have any questions about using Wireless LAN or Bluetooth Module. In Europe visit http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm Wireless Devices and your health Wireless products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless products however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.
Always turn off wireless functionality if the computer is near automatic control equipment or appliances such as automatic doors or fire detectors. Radio waves can cause malfunction of such equipment, possibly resulting in serious injury. It may not be possible to make a network connection to a specified network name using the ad hoc network function. If this occurs, the new network (*) will have to be configured for all computers connected to the same network in order to re-enable network connections.
The range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high-density materials. Range is also impacted due to "obstacles" in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal. Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25GHz frequency range. High-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of the bands 5.25 to 5.35GHz and 5.
Information regarding the use of this software with these operating systems is listed below, with further details being contained with the electronic help files supplied with the software. This Bluetooth Stack is based on the Bluetooth specification, depending on the model you purchased. However, TOSHIBA cannot confirm the compatibility between any computing products and/or other electronic devices that use Bluetooth, other than TOSHIBA notebook computers.
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 private use, a general authorization is required if WAS/ RLAN’s are used outside own premises.
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. 2. Permitted to use for local networks of aircraft crew service communications on board aircraft in area of the airport and at all stages of flight. Permitted to use for public wireless access local networks on board aircraft during a flight at the altitude not less than 3000m.
The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Refer to the FCC information section for the detailed information.
Using this equipment in Japan In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400MHz to 2,483.5MHz for second generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified low-power radio station). 1.
(1) (2) (3) 1 (4) 1. 2. 3. 4. 2.4 : This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. FH : This equipment uses FH-SS modulation. 1 : The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. : This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 4. About the JEITA 5GHz Wireless LAN supports W52/W53/W56 Channel.
Broadcom BCM43142 Wireless Network Adapter b/g/n and Bluetooth The Name of the radio equipment: BCM43142 DSP Research, Inc. Approval Number: D135106201 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 countries/regions in the following table.
CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the following conditions: use of certain external peripheral products use of battery power instead of AC power use of certain multimedia, computer generated graphics 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 a
system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system, applications utilized, system memory size and other factors. If your computer is configured with more than 3 GB memory, the memory might be displayed as approximately 3 GB only (depending on the computer’s hardware specifications). This is correct because the operating system usually displays the available memory instead of the physical memory (RAM) built into the computer.
Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode. Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen. Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) Graphics processing unit (GPU) performance may vary depending on product model, design configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized.
Index A automatic power off 5-4 hinges 3-8 opening 2-4 screen 3-8 AC adaptor additional 4-32 connecting 2-2 DC IN 19V jack 3-2 Documentation list 2-1 ASCII characters 4-4 Dual Pointing Device Touch Pad 6-9 B Battery extending life 4-22 monitoring capacity 4-20 save mode 5-4 DVD Super Multi drive using writing E Battery indicator Equipment checklist 2-1 Battery pack replacing 4-22 External monitor problems 6-14 Bluetooth Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba 5-2 C G Graphics Processing Unit 3
function keys 4-2 Function keys F1...
Sleep Mode setting 2-7 System automatic 5-4 Sound system problems 6-13 T TOSHIBA Disc Creator 4-11 TOSHIBA HDD/SSD Alert Utility 5-2 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool 5-1 U USB device problems 6-11 V Video mode 4-33 Video RAM 3-10 W Web Camera 3-7 Wireless communication 7-5 User's Manual Index-3
