Toshiba T130 manual

GMAD00231011 12/09 If you need assistance: ❖ T oshiba’ s Support W eb site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ T oshiba Customer Support Center Calling within the United States (800) 457 -7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859 -4273 For more in formation, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 159 in this gui de. Satellite Pro ® T110/T[...]

2 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling . Model: Satellite Pro ® T110/T130 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software W arranty The computer system you purchas[...]

3 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications. ” “Critical applications” means life s upport sy stems, medical applications, connections to implanted medi cal devi ces, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or an y other applicatio ns where pro[...]

4 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 This device complies with P art 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following tw o conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept an y interferen ce received, including interference that may cause undesired operatio n. Contact either: ❖ T oshiba’ s Support W eb si[...]

5 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Connection to party line service is subject to state tarif fs. Contact the state public utility commission, public se rvice co mmission or corpor ation commission for information. T elephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to pro vide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occas[...]

6 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer . Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable yo ur alarm equipment. If you hav e [...]

7 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 The standard connecting arrangemen t (telephone jack type) for this equipment is jack t ype(s): USOC RJ11C. Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIB A W ireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology , an[...]

8 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Wireless LAN and Y our Health W ireless LAN products, like other radio de vices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy . The lev el of energy emitted by W i reless LAN devices howe ver is f ar much less than the elect romagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices lik e for example mobile phones. Because W ireless LAN p[...]

9 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Canada – Indust ry Canada (IC) This device complies with RS S 210 of Industry Canada. The installer of this radio equipment mu st ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in exces s of Health Canada limits for the general population; consu lt Safety Code 6, obta inable from Health C[...]

10 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIB A declares that this product conforms to the follo wing Standards: This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance w ith the related European Directiv es. The party responsib le for CE-Marking is TOSHIB A Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Ger many . The European Union WEEE (W a[...]

11 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 VCCI Class B Information Modem W arning Notice This information is only applicable if your computer has a modem. Conformity Statement The equipment has been ap prov ed to [Commission D ecision “CTR21”] for pan- European single terminal connection to the Public Switched T elephone Network (PSTN). Howe ver , due to dif fe[...]

12 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using this Equipment in Japan In Japan, the frequency bandwi dth of 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz for second generation low-po wer data communicatio n systems such as this equipment ov erlaps that of mobile object identifi cation systems (premises radio station and specified lo w-power radio station). 1. Sticker Please put the f[...]

13 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 4 This equipment uses a frequenc y bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. 3. TOSHIB A Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:0 0 T oll Free T el: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850 Fax: 03-3457-4868 Device Authorization This device obtains the T echnical Regulation Confor mity Certif ication and the T echnical Cond[...]

14 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Andorra Argen tina CNC: 533AN_HMW : “CNC C-6367” 533AN_MMW : “CNC C-6366” 512AN_HMW : “CNC C-6373” 512AN_MMW : “CNC C-6374” Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Belgium Bermuda Bosnia Brazil Bulgaria Caicos Islands Cambodia Canada Cayman Islands Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Curacao, Netherlands An[...]

15 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Approved Countries/Regions for the Atheros ® Wireless Wi-Fi ® Link AR5B95 Series This equipment is approv ed to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in th e countries/regions in the follow ing table. Ta h i t i Ta i w a n T u r k e y T urk Islands Ukraine U A[...]

16 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Europe - Restrictions for us e of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Romania Russia Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia Singapore Slov ak Republic Slovenia South Africa South K orea Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland T aiw an Thailand T urke y U AE (United Arab Emirates) Ukraine United Ki[...]

17 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Europe - Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries O: allowed x: forbidden ❖ T o remain in conformance with Euro pean spectrum usage laws for Wireless LAN operation, the above 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz channel limitations apply . The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current cha[...]

18 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 radar system in the area. The presence of nearby radar operation may result in temporary interruption of operation of this device. The Access Point’ s radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar . Y ou may consult with the local te chnical support staff responsible for the wirel[...]

19 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Approved Countries/Regions for the Realtek ® RTL8191SE This equipment is approv ed to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland T aiwan Thailand T rinidad T urkey U AE (United Arab [...]

20 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Approved Countries/Regions for the Realtek ® RTL8187B This equipment is approv ed to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in th e countries/regions in the follow ing table. Serbia Singapore Slov ak Republic Slov enia South Africa South K orea Spain Sri Lanka S[...]

21 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Bluetooth ® Wireless T echnolo gy Interoperability Bluetooth ® Cards from TOSHIB A are designed to be interoperable with an y product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Freque ncy Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio t echnology , and is compliant to: ❖ Bluetooth Specification as def ined and approv ed [...]

22 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 LAN devices simult aneously , you may occasionally experie nce a less than optimal network performance or even lo se your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, i mmedi ately turn off e ither one of your Bluetooth or Wireles s LAN. Please co ntact T oshiba computer product support on Web site http://[...]

23 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Bluetooth ® Wireless T echnology and Y our Health The products with Bluetooth ® wireless technolog y , like other radio de vices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic ener gy . The le vel of ener gy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology howe ver is much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wirel[...]

24 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 European Union (EU) and EFT A This equipment complies with the R&TTE directiv e 1999/5/EC and has been provided with the CE mark accordingly . Canada — Industry Canada (IC) This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Ta i w a n The legal communications mentioned in the abov e item refer to radio communicatio[...]

25 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Export Administration Regulation This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and ma y be subject to the approv al of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export, directly or indirectly , in contrav ention of the U.S. Export Ad ministration Re[...]

26 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 T rademarks Satellite Pro, ConfigFree and eco Utility ar e either re gistered trademarks or trademarks of T oshiba Am erica Information Systems, Inc. and/or T oshiba Corporation. Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or tr ademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the Unite d States and/or other countries. At[...]

27 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Contents Introduction ................................................................................ 34 This guide ...............................................................36 Safety icons ............................................................37 Other icons used ...............................................3[...]

28 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Using the computer fo r the first time ......................46 Opening the display panel ................................. 46 Turning on the power .......................................47 Setting up your software ...................................47 Registering your computer with Toshiba ................48 Addi[...]

29 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Turning off the computer ........................................80 Options for turning off the computer ................ 81 Using the Shut down command ........................83 Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........85 Using and configuring Sleep mode ...................88 Closing the display panel ...[...]

30 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Chapter 3: Mobile Comput ing................................................. 105 Toshiba’s energy-saver design..............................105 Running the computer on battery power ..............106 Battery Notice ................................................. 106 Power management ..........................[...]

31 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Using the Memory card reader..............................129 Inserting memory media ................................. 129 Removing memory media ............................... 130 Chapter 5: Utilities ................ .............................. ...................... 131 TOSHIBA Assist .......................[...]

32 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong ............ ........................ 159 Problems that are easy to fix ................................159 Problems when you turn on the computer ............160 The Windows ® operating system is not working ...........................................................163 Using S[...]

33 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 v er 2.3 Hot key functions ..................................................189 Volume Mute ..................................................189 Lock (Instant se curity) ....................................190 Power plan .....................................................191 Sleep mode .................................[...]

34 I n t roduct ion W elcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. W ith your T osh iba computer , your work and entertainment can accompan y you where ver you go. Y our computer model may be ENERGY ST AR ® qualified. If the model you purch ased is qualified, it is labeled with the ENERGY ST AR ® log o on the computer and the [...]

35 Introduction 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 According to the EP A, a computer meeting the new ENERGY ST AR ® specifications will use between 30% and 60% less energ y depending on how it is used. If all U.S. households and businesses replaced old computers with ne w ENERGY ST AR ® qualified models, we would sav e more than $2 billion in en ergy costs ea[...]

36 Introd uctio n This guide 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series. Y our particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model, please visit T osh[...]

37 Introduction Safety icons 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Safety icons This manual contains safety inst ructions that must be observed to av oid potential hazards that co uld result in personal injuries, damage to your equipmen t, or loss of data. These safety cautions hav e been classif ied according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight th[...]

38 Introd uctio n Other documentation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Y our computer’ s features and specifications Certain computer chassis are de signed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series. Y our select model may not ha ve all the features and speci fications correspond ing to all of the icons or switches shown on th e[...]

39 Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for us ing your computer ef fecti vely , summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your computer . The “Instruction Manual for Safet y and Comfort, ” that is shipped with your computer, contains impo rtant safety information. Please read the safet[...]

40 Getting Started Selecting a place to work T o keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect you r work area from: ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlig ht. ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in[...]

41 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or s urface of the computer . ❖ Computer base and palm rest can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injur y to skin. Read the “ A void e xtended contact between computer base/palm rest and skin” section in the “Instruction Ma[...]

42 Getting Started Setting up your computer Important information on your computer’ s cooling fan Y our computer may have a CPU cooling fan that coo ls the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer . Always mak e sure your compute r and AC adapt or have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turne d on or whe[...]

43 Getting Started Connecting to a po wer sour ce Please handle your computer carefully to avoi d scratching or damaging the surface. Connecting to a power source Y our computer requires power to operate. Use the po wer cord/cable and A C adaptor to connect the comput er to a liv e electrical outlet, or to charge the computer’ s battery . Never p[...]

44 Getting Started Connecting to a power so ur ce T o connect A C power to the computer: 1 Connect the po wer cord/cable to the A C adaptor . (Sample Illustration) Connecting the power cord/cable to the A C adaptor Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other [...]

45 Getting Started Char ging the main battery ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when t he main battery has d ischarged, the battery is not charging, or the A C adaptor is not plugged into the computer or A C outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery char ge is lo w and it is time to recharge the main battery o[...]

46 Getting Started Using the computer for the fir st time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and be gin using it. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the com puter, locate the center of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sa[...]

47 Getting Started Using the computer for the f irst time T urning on the power T o turn on the computer: 1 Make sure an y external de vices (such as the A C adaptor , if you plan to use AC po wer rather th an battery power) are properly connected and ready . 2 Check to ensure a ll slots are empty . 3 Press and release the power b u tton. The ON/OF[...]

48 Getting Started Re gistering your computer with T oshiba The first time you turn on your computer , the Setup W izard guides you through step s to set up yo ur software. Follo w the on-screen instructions. Registering your computer with T oshiba Product registration is strongly recommended , and allo ws T oshiba to send you periodic updates, ann[...]

49 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT : T o purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com . Y o ur c om p u t er comes with enough me mory to run m ost of today’ s popular applications. Y ou may want to increase the computer’ s m[...]

50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. For this model, Slot A is the slot on the right-hand side of the memory compartment, when looking from t[...]

51 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery . For information on removing the main battery , see “Removing the battery from the computer” on page 117 . (Sample Illustration) Locati ng the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdri ver , loosen the captiv e scre ws that secure the memory module slot co v[...]

52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Avoid touch ing the connector on the memory module or on the computer . Grease or dust on the connector may cause memor y access problems. 9 Carefully remove the ne w memory module from its antistatic packaging, without t ouching its connector . 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of th[...]

53 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the mem ory module into the memory slot’ s socket at approximately a 30-de gree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserti ng the memory m odule into the so ck et 13 Once the module’ s connector is fu lly inserted into the socket, press downw ard o[...]

54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory m odule into the slot For this model, Slot A is the slot on the right-hand side of the memory compartment, when looking from the front of the computer . Slot B is the slot on the left-hand side. If only one memory module is to be installed, it must be installed i[...]

55 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer . TECHNICAL NOTE: Y ou must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Y ou can no w conti nue setting up the computer . When the operating system has loaded, you can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory mo [...]

56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The following screen may appear when you turn on the power: If “Start Windows ® Normally” is highlighted, then press Enter . If one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows ® should boot back[...]

57 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery . For more information on inserting the main battery , see “Inserting a char ged battery” on page 118 . 6 T urn the computer right side up. Be sure to remove the soft cloth from the work surface be fore restarting the computer . Always mak e sure your compute r and AC adap[...]

58 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Stor age Drive From time to time, Windows ® will display a pop-up that says, “Do you want to allow the following program to make changes to this computer?” This is a security feature to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer without your permission. If you were trying to perform[...]

59 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Stora ge Drive ❖ During the internal storage drive recovery process it is strongly recommended that your computer be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor . ❖ It is strongly recommended that you create recov er y DVDs/media before using your system for the first time. For more inform[...]

60 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Stor age Drive 4 A warning screen appears, statin g that when the reco very is ex ecuted all data will be deleted and rewritten. Click Ye s to continue. (Sample Image) W arning screen 5 When the T oshiba Recov ery W izard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of F actory Defaul[...]

61 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Stora ge Drive 6 The Recov ery of Factory Defaul t Software screen appears. Select Recover to out-of-box state . (Sample Image) Reco very of F a ctory Defa ult Software scr een 7 Click Next . A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recov ery process. Be sure to s[...]

62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Stor age Drive The “Recov er to a custom size pa rtition” option restores you r C: dri ve to its out-of-box state, and allows you to specify the size for the C: partition. Y ou can resize an d reco ver the C: dri ve using the utilities stored on y our computer’ s internal storage driv e or using reco[...]

63 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Stora ge Drive 5 When the T oshiba Recov ery W i zard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of F actory Default Software and then click Next . (Sample Image) Selecting a Pr ocess scr een 6 The Recov ery of Factory Defaul t Software screen appears. Select Recover to a custom s i[...]

64 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Stor age Drive 8 Click Next . A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery process. Be sure to sa ve your work to e xternal media before proceeding. 9 Click Next to be gin the recov ery . When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that the C:[...]

65 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Stora ge Drive 4 A warning screen appears stati ng that when the recov ery is ex ecuted all data will be deleted and rewritten. Click Ye s to continue. (Sample Image) W arning screen 5 When the T oshiba Recov ery W i zard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of F actory Defaul[...]

66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Stor age Drive 6 The Recov ery of Factory Defaul t Software screen appears. Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions . (Sample Image) Reco very of F a ctory Default Software scr een 7 Click Next . A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data on the C: drive will be lost duri[...]

67 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Stora ge Drive The system will prompt you to insert several blank DVDs to copy the internal storage drive recovery files. If your optical disc drive is not a writable drive, contact T oshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system. The T oshiba Customer Support Center in the United St[...]

68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Stor age Drive During the internal storage drive recovery process it is strongly recommended that your computer be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor . If you need to recover your computer to its default factory state, you can rebuild the system using your Hard Dri ve Recov ery Utilit[...]

69 Getting Started Erasing the Internal Storag e Drive ❖ Recover to out-of-box state —If you want to r ecover the original factory image (retur ning the computer to its out- of-box state). ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions — If you want to recov er the C: partitio n only , leaving other partitions you may have created int[...]

70 Getting Started Erasing the Internal Stora ge Drive ❖ T o access the Recovery W izard on yo ur recov ery DV D s / m e d i a : Insert the first recov ery D VD into the optional external writable optical disc driv e and power on the computer . When the initi al screen displays, press F12 . Using the arro w keys, select the D VD option on the boo[...]

71 Getting Started Checking the internal stor age drive oper ating status 5 Click Next to be gin erasing the internal storage dri ve. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that the internal storage dri ve has been erased. 6 Press any k ey on the keyboard to restart the computer . Checking the internal storage drive operating [...]

72 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ ❖ Scroll through a document or in formation ❖ Zoom in for a clo se-up view ❖ Zoom out to see more information at once (Sample Illustration) The T ouchP ad and associated con tr ol b uttons Refer to the table belo w for speci fic instructions on performing each operation. The pointer is the icon (usua[...]

73 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ Open or activate an item 1 Move the pointer to the item you want t o open/activate. 2 Do one of the followi ng: ❖ T ap the T ouchPad twice in rapid succession OR ❖ Press and release the primary control button twice in rapid succession (Sample Illustr ation) T ap twice to ope n Right-click an item 1 Mov[...]

74 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ Scroll continu ously (Circular scrolling) 1 Begin scrolling vertically or horizonta lly by sliding your finger along the right or bottom edge of the T ouchPad as described above. 2 Without lifting your finger from the T ouchPad, start moving your finger in a circular motion on the T ouchPad. 3 T o scroll i[...]

75 Getting Started Using the T ouchP ad™ Adjusting T ouchPad™ settings While you are typing, the on-screen pointer may seem to move or jump around “by itself” to ran dom locations on the screen. The on-screen pointer may also seem to automatical ly select text, click buttons, and activ ate other user interface elements. For help with these [...]

76 Getting Started Using external display de vices Using external display devices Y our computer comes with a built-in display , but you can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television via the HDMI Out port ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (mon[...]

77 Getting Started Using external display de vices Connecting an external monitor or projector Y ou can easily attach an exte rnal monitor or projector to your computer if you need a lar ger screen. T o do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need to install ne w software. 2 Connect the monitor’ s video cable[...]

78 Getting Started Using an e xternal ke yboar d ❖ Built-in display and TV (or other external video device) simultaneously ❖ Built-in display and external monitor (extended desktop) ❖ Built-in display and TV (extended desktop) ❖ Swap—Swi tch primary disp lay between internal display and external monitor when using extended desktop (Sample[...]

79 Getting Started Connecting a printer Connecting a printer Y our printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printe r to your computer . If you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer , the printer may not function correctly . Read the documentation that came[...]

80 Getting Started T urning off the computer Setting up a printer Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play , follo w these steps to set it up for the first time. Y ou only need to set up t[...]

81 Getting Started T urning off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating sy stem installed, you have more than one option av ailable for turning off the computer: Shut down, Hibernate, and Sleep. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will not be using the computer for s[...]

82 Getting Started T urning off the computer For information on ho w to use and configure Hibernation mode see “Using and configuring Hibernation mode” on page 85 . Sleep mode The Sleep command places the comput er into a power -saving mode. Sleep sa ves the current state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the comp uter , you c[...]

83 Getting Started T urning off the computer Using the Shut down command The Shut do wn command complet ely shuts down the computer without saving your work or the cu rrent state of th e computer . This command closes all open program s, shuts down the operating system, and then turns of f your computer . T o turn off your computer using the Shut d[...]

84 Getting Started T urning off the computer 2 Click Change pl an settings under the power plan to be customized. The Edit Plan Settin gs window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 Click Change advanced power settings . The Advanced settings tab of the Po wer Options window appears. 4 Double-click P ower b uttons and lid to display [...]

85 Getting Started T urning off the computer These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power . ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down when you close the display panel. ❖ Po wer button action Set this option to Sh[...]

86 Getting Started T urning off the computer 2 Click Hiberna te in the pop-up menu. The computer sav es the state of all open progr ams and f iles, turns of f the display , and then turns of f. Configuring Hibernation mode options Y ou can place the computer into Hibernation mode b y either pressing the power b utton or closing the display panel. Y[...]

87 Getting Started T urning off the computer 3 Click Change advanced power settings . The Advanced settings tab of the Po wer Options window appears. 4 Double-click P ower b uttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of P ower Options scr een 5 Select Hibernate for the options you want. These [...]

88 Getting Started T urning off the computer 6 Click App l y . 7 Click OK . Once the computer is conf igured, you can place it into Hibernation mode by either pressing the po wer button or closing the display panel, depending on the Hibernation options set. Starting again from Hibernation mode T o start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press [...]

89 Getting Started T urning off the computer Configuring Sleep mode options Y ou can place the computer into Sleep mode b y either pressing the power b utton or closing the display panel. Y ou can also specify an amount of time after which the computer au tomatically g oes into Sleep mode. T o use any of these methods, you f irst need to enable the[...]

90 Getting Started T urning off the computer 4 Click Change advanced power settings . The Advanced settings tab of the Po wer Options window appears. 5 Double-click P ower b uttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of P ower Options screen 6 Select Sleep for the options you want. These optio[...]

91 Getting Started Customizing your computer’ s settings Starting again from Sleep mode T o start up the computer from Sleep mode, press the power b utton until the ON/OFF light glo ws green. The computer retu rns to the screen(s) you were using. If you place the comput er in Sleep mode b y closing the display panel, you can start it again by ope[...]

92 Getting Started Caring for your computer Moving the computer Before moving your computer, e ven across the room, make sure all dri ve acti vity has ended (t he driv e indicator light stops glo wing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back. Doing so could damage the syst[...]

93 Chapter 2 Learning t he Basics This chapter giv es some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Sav e your work frequently . Y our work stays in the computer’ s temporary memory until you sav e it to the internal storage drive. If the netw ork you are using goes down and you must restart your [...]

94 Learning the Basics Computing tips ❖ Back up your files to e xternal media on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put of f backing up because it takes time. Ho wev er , if your internal storage dri ve suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it unless you hav e a separate backup c[...]

95 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d Using the keyboard Y our computer’ s ke yboard contai ns character keys, control ke ys, function ke ys, and special W indo ws ® ke ys, providing all the functionality of a full- size ke yboard. (Sample Illustration) Ke yboar d Character keys T y ping with the character keys is very mu ch li ke t yp in [...]

96 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl , Fn , and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using. For more inform ation, see your prog ram documentation. Function keys The functio n keys (no t to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the[...]

97 Learning the Basics Using the ke yboar d Overlay keys The ke ys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor ov erlay . This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key ke ypad on a desktop comput er’ s k eyboard . (Sample Illustration) Numeric and cursor contr ol ov[...]

98 Learning the Basics Starting a pr ogram Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. T o find the file, use the Start menu or W indo ws ® Explorer . If you prefer to open the program f i rst, you hav e four options. Y ou can: ❖ Double-click the[...]

99 Learning the Basics Starting a pr og ram Starting a program from Windows ® Explorer If a program is not listed in th e All Programs menu, yo u can start it from W indows ® E xplorer . W indo ws ® Explorer gi ves you a view of your computer’ s contents as a hi erarchy or “tree. ” Y ou can easily see the contents of each driv e and folder[...]

100 Learning the Basics Saving your work Starting a program using the Search programs and files field This example uses the Start menu’ s Search programs and f iles field to start W ordPad: 1 Click Start to display the Start menu. The Search programs and files f ield appears at the bottom of the Start menu. (Sample Image) Sear c h pr ograms and f[...]

101 Learning the Basics Saving your work Many programs of fer a feature th at sa ves documents at regular intervals. Check your program’ s do cumentation to see if it has an automatic sav e feature. Saving files 1 Click on the arrow in the upper -left corner of your W indows ® -based application to display the drop-down menu, and then click Sav [...]

102 Learning the Basics Printing your work File names The W indo ws ® operating system supp orts long file names that can contain up to 260 characters and can include spaces. Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more th an eight characters. Y ou may use all t he letters, numb ers, and other characte[...]

103 Learning the Basics Backing up your work 2 Click on the arrow in the upper -left corner of your W indows ® -based application to display th e drop-down menu, and then click Print . The program displays a Print dialog box. (Sample Image) Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters. For e xample, the range of pages and number of copies to pr[...]

104 Learning the Basics T oshiba’ s online r esour ces Restoring your work T o restore information from your backup medi a to your internal storage driv e, use the Restore option in the Windo ws ® Backup and Restore program. Look in the online Help or your op erating system documentation for informati on on restoring files. (Sample Image) Bac ku[...]

105 Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter cov ers all aspects of using your com puter while trav eling. T oshiba’ s energy-saver design Y our computer enters a low-po wer suspension mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and sa ving money in the process. It has a number of other features that enhanc e its energy ef ficiency .[...]

106 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Y our computer contai ns T oshiba EasyGuard ® . The T oshiba EasyGuard * technology is made up of four fou ndational elements that incorporate hardware and software innov ations into various T o shiba computers that addre ss the most common security , reliability and connect ivity issues f[...]

107 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Recharge time v aries depending on usage. Battery ma y not charge while the computer is consuming full power . After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to per form at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. T o purchase a ne w batter[...]

108 Mobile Computing Char ging ba tteries Using additional batteries If you trav el and need to work for many hours without an A C power source, you may purchase a battery m odule for use in the com puter , or carry additional charged battery packs with you. For more information on ba tteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com . Charging [...]

109 Mobile Computing Char ging ba tteries The battery may not start ch arging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold. T o ensure that the battery char ges to its full capacity , wait until it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees F ahrenheit, 10 to 26 degrees Celsius). ❖ The battery is almo st co[...]

110 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low , the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working. When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warnin[...]

111 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power HINT : Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ), the ON/OFF light ( ), and the powe r button light (near the upper -left corner of the keyboard). When the ON/OFF light or power button light flashes amber , it indicates that the system is suspended (us ing the Windows ® operating system Slee[...]

112 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Determining remaining battery power Wait a few moments after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power . The computer needs this time to check the battery’ s remaining capacity and perform its calculations. Mov e the pointer ov er the po wer icon in the notifica[...]

113 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Setting batter y notifications Y ou can set two notifi cations. Each notification can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery po wer has been reached. Y ou can also set the computer to enter Sleep mode or Hibernation mode or to complet ely po wer do wn when the notif ic[...]

114 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power ❖ Ho w much you use the internal storage driv e, optical disc dri ve, diskette dri ves, or other optional devices ❖ Where you are working, since operating time decr eases at low temperatures There are v arious ways in which you can conserv e power and extend the operating time of your battery: [...]

115 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 2 Select an appropriate plan for your work en vironment or create your own custom plan. 3 Click Create a po wer plan in the left pane to set up a new plan. T o edit a plan or to edit advanced settings, continue to the following steps. 4 Click Change plan settin gs to choose the plan you want to edi[...]

116 Mobile Computing Using the T OSHIB A eco power plan 2 While continuing to press Fn , press F2 until you select the desired Power Plan. The Po wer Plan options are: eco and Balanced. 3 Release the Fn key . The hot ke y card disappears. Y ou are now in the selected mode. Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan This computer is equipped w ith the T oshib[...]

117 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer T o remove the battery: 1 Sav e your work. 2 T urn of f the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in “Using and configuring Hibernatio n mode” on page 85 . 3 Unplug and remov e any cables connected to the computer , including t[...]

118 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately . Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on the electrode during transportation to avoi[...]

119 Mobile Computing T aking car e of your battery 3 Slide the battery release lo ck to the locked position. (Sample Illustration) Locking the battery r elease lock 4 T urn the computer right side up. 5 Reconnect any cables that were remov ed in step 3 of “Removing the battery from the computer” on page 117 . 6 Restart the computer . T aking ca[...]

120 Mobile Computing T aking car e of your battery ❖ If a battery is leaking or dama ged, replace it immediately . Use protectiv e glov es when handling a damaged battery . ❖ T o replace the main battery , use an identical battery that you can purchase through the T oshiba W eb site at accessories.toshiba.com . ❖ A rev erse polarity condi tio[...]

121 Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries ❖ If you will not be using the system for an extended period, more than one m onth, re mov e the battery pack. ❖ If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours, disconnect the A C adaptor . ❖ Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Disposing of [...]

122 Mobile Computing T raveling tips T o shiba is dedicated to preservi ng the en vironment by sponsoring Call2Recycle™ , a program of the Rechar geable Battery Recycling Cor por atio n. For more information and for drop-of f locations, visit www .rbrc.org or call 1-800-822- 8837. Notice regarding CR coin ce ll batter ies, applicable to Californi[...]

123 Chapter 4 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features In this chap ter , you will explore so me of the special features of your computer . Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the W indows ® operating system. Y ou can use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system componen ts, and pe[...]

124 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Explorin g the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Y our computer’ s desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, taskbar , notification area, and background pattern. (Sample Image) W indows ® operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a folder , file, or program that [...]

125 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Exploring the desktop Y our desktop may contain other icons depe nding on your configuration. See W indo ws ® online Help for more specific information on each icon and ho w to use it. Start button Y ou use the Start button to: ❖ Start programs ❖ Open documents ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Find file[...]

126 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Setting up for communications Setting up for communications T o connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer , you need: ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Pro vider (ISP ) or online service if you plan to use t[...]

127 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Explorin g audio featur es Accessing a network T o access a network: ❖ At the of fice, c onnect an Ethernet cable to the Network port (RJ45) on your computer . For specif ic information about connecting to the network, consu lt your network administ rator . ❖ Many hotels, airports, and of f ices of fer[...]

128 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Using the W eb Camera Using external speakers or headphones Y our computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers. Instead of usin g the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external ste reo speakers. Before putting on headphones to listen, turn the volume [...]

129 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Using the Memory car d r eader The W eb Camera software, b y default, should already be running. The W eb Camera indicator light glows when the W eb Camera is acti ve. For more informati on on the software, click Start , All Programs, T OSHIB A, Utilities , W eb Camera Application Help . Using the Memory c[...]

130 Exploring Y our Computer’ s Features Using the Memory car d r eader When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. Y ou could expose the storage area to static electri city , which can destroy data. Removing memor y media 1 Prepare the card for remov al by clicking on the Show hidden icons button( ), if necessary , in the notif[...]

131 Chapter 5 Utilities Y our computer includes sev eral utilities designed to help yo u to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. T o gether , these allo w you to ascerta in certain system details, set additional options, or change default optio ns. These utilities are described in this chapter . The utilities described in thi[...]

132 Utilities TOSHIB A Assist ❖ TOSHIB A Accessibility ❖ TOSHIB A eco Utility™ ❖ TOSHIB A Service St ation ❖ TOSHIB A PC Health Monitor ❖ ConfigFree® TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIB A Assist pro vides qui ck access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of com puter settings. T o access TOSHIB A Assist, click Start , All P[...]

133 Utilities TOSHIB A Assist Connect The features av ailable in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree ® Connectivity Doctor ❖ Bluetooth ® Settings (Sample Image) T OSHIBA Assist window – Connect tab[...]

134 Utilities TOSHIB A Assist Secure The features av ailable in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password (Sample Image) T OSHIBA Assist window – Secur e tab[...]

135 Utilities TOSHIB A Assist Protect & Fix The features av ailable in this category are: ❖ TOSHIB A PC Diagnostic T ool Utility ❖ TOSHIB A HDD Protection Utility (Sample Image) T OSHIBA Assist window – Pr otect & Fi x tab[...]

136 Utilities TOSHIB A Assist Optimize The features av ailable in this category are: ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIB A Accessibility ❖ TOSHIB A Zooming Utilit y ❖ TOSHIB A Hardware Se tup (Hardware Settings) ❖ TOSHIB A Face Recognition Utility ❖ USB Sleep and Charge Utility ❖ TOSHIB A eco Utility™ (Sample Image) T OSHIBA Assist window – [...]

137 Utilities TOSHIB A Applicati on Installer TOSHIBA Application Installer The TOSHIB A Application Installer allows you to reinstall the dri vers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer . T o reinstall driv ers and applications: 1 Click Start , All Pr ograms , My T oshiba , and then TO SH I BA Application Installer . 2 Cl[...]

138 Utilities Setting passwor ds Setting passwords Setting a password lets you walk away from your computer while providing additional protection for your files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can w ork on your computer again. TOSH IBA support s sev eral type s of passwords on your c omputer: ❖ An instant password[...]

139 Utilities Setting passwor ds Using a supervisor password A supervisor password pre vents other users from changing hardware configuration options. Setting a supervisor password If you choose to set a supervisor or user password, TOSHIBA strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not re[...]

140 Utilities Setting passwor ds 6 Click OK . The supervisor password u tility dialog bo x appears. 7 Select Able to run HWSetup or Unable to run HWSetup and then Click OK . 8 Restart the system to complete the process. Deleting a supervisor password T o delete a supervisor passwor d: 1 Click Start , All Programs , TOSH IBA , Utilities , and then T[...]

141 Utilities Setting passwor ds T o register a password for the po wer- on password functions: 1 Click Start , All Programs , TOSH IBA , Utilities , and then TOSHIB A Assist . The TOSHIB A Assist windo w appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab . 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered . 5 Enter your pas sword, and then enter i[...]

142 Utilities TOSHIB A F ace Recognition Utility TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility Y our computer may come with the TOSHIB A Face Recognition utility . This utility provides another way to log on to y our computer . For high security purposes, TOSHIBA Face Recognition is not a suitable substitute for Windows ® passwords. T o ensure the security of [...]

143 Utilities TOSHIB A PC Dia gnostic T ool Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic T ool Utility This utility can h elp diagnose pro blems with devices in your computer . Refer to the online Help documentatio n within the application for additional help. The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic T ool u tility may show tests for features you do not have. This is normal and[...]

144 Utilities TOSHIB A HDD Pr otection Utility TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility The TOSHIB A HDD Protection Utility controls your compu ter’ s hard disk dri ve (HDD) protection feature, which parks the HDD whene ver motion is detected on the computer . Using this utility , you can enable or disable hard disk driv e (HDD) protection, and set the mot[...]

145 Utilities Mouse Utility Mouse Utility The Mouse utility allows you to change your pointing device or mouse settings. T o access the Mouse utility: 1 Click Start , Contro l Panel , Hardware and Sound , and then under Devices and Printers , click Mouse , or click the Mouse icon in the Op timize tab of TOSHIB A Assist . The Mouse Properties screen[...]

146 Utilities TO S H I B A H a rd w a re S e t u p TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIB A Hardware Setup is the TOSHIBA conf iguration management tool av ailable through th e W indows ® operating system. T o access it: ❖ Click Start , All Programs , TOSH IBA , Utilities , and then HWSetup , or click the TO S HI BA H a rdw a re S e tt in g s icon in the[...]

147 Utilities TO S H I B A H a rd w a re S e t u p Select the boot device b y pressing the arro w keys, then pressing the Enter key . Since the system is a quick-booting sy stem, you must press the keys immediately after pressing the power button. ❖ Display —Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in display When the compute[...]

148 Utilities USB Sleep and Char ge Utility USB Sleep and Charge Utility This utility displays w hether the “USB Sleep and Charge function” is enabled or disabled and shows the position of the USB port that supports the “USB Sleep and Charge function. ” It also displays the remaining battery capacity . Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Util[...]

149 Utilities USB Sleep and Char ge Utility ❖ When “USB Sleep and Charge function” is set to Enabled, USB bus power (DC 5V) will be supplied to the compatible port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF . USB bus power (DC 5V) is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports. However , some [...]

150 Utilities USB Sleep and Char ge Utility Enabling USB Sleep and Charge This utility can b e used to enable or disable the “USB Sleep and Charge function” group . Check the check box fo r the group to enable the “USB Sleep and Charge function” for the USB port assigned to that group. In the default state, the group is disabled. Power supp[...]

151 Utilities TOSHIB A Zooming Utility TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you to select which applications will work with the zoom in/out hot ke ys (see “Zoom (Display resolu tion)” on page 198 ). Y ou may select all applications or any subset of the following: ❖ Microsoft ® Internet Explorer ® ❖ Microsoft ® Of f ice ❖ W indo [...]

152 Utilities TOSHIB A Accessibility TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIB A Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn ke y to create a hot key combination wit h one of the function ke ys without pressing the two keys simultaneously as is usually required. Using Accessibility lets you make the Fn key a sti cky key , meaning you can press it once, r[...]

153 Utilities TOSHI BA eco Utility™ TOSHIBA eco Utility™ The TOSHIB A eco Utility™ monitors your power savings from using the eco power plan by tracking real-time power consumption and accumulated savings o ver time. T o access the T OSHIB A eco Utility™, do one of the following: ❖ Click Start , All Programs , TOSH IBA , Utilities , and t[...]

154 Utilities TOSHIB A Service Station TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIB A Service Station helps you keep your ne w computer running at its best by notifying you when updated software, firmw are, documentation or othe r information is av ailable for your computer . The TOSHIB A Service Station w ill alert you w hen updates are av ailable, and you [...]

155 Utilities ConfigF r ee® The TOSHIB A PC Health Mo nitor software does n ot extend or modify TOSHIB A's obligation s under its standard limited warranty in any way . TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply . ConfigFree ® All references to Bluetooth ® in this section are applicable only if Bluetooth ® is avai[...]

156 Utilities ConfigF r ee® ❖ Click the Conf igFree icon in the no tification area, and then click the desired utility . If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree icon in the notification area is displayed with an “X.” ConfigFree ® Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network conne[...]

157 Utilities ConfigF r ee® Profile Settings The Prof ile Settings utility lets you save network settings in “profiles . ” ConfigFree ® prof iles are useful for easily switching network settings an d devices. Y ou can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings. If you visit a client company occasionally [...]

158 Utilities ConfigF r ee® 3 Click Open Settings . The ConfigFree Prof ile Settings windo w appears. (Sample Image) ConfigF ree Pr ofile Settings windo w 4 Click Add to start the Creat e Profile W i zard.[...]

159 Chapter 6 If Somet hing G oes W r ong Some problems you may encounter wh en using your computer are relativ ely easy to identify and solve. Others may require help fro m your network administrator or the manufacturer of the software program. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems b y yourself. It cov ers the problems you are most lik[...]

160 If Something Goes Wrong Pr oblems when you turn on the computer 2 Click the A pplications tab . If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. 3 Select the program you want to close, then click End T ask . Closing the failed prog ram should allow you to continue working. If it does not, c[...]

161 If Something Goes Wrong Pr oblems when you turn on the computer The computer is not accessing the internal storage driv e or the optional external diskette driv e. Y our computer normally loads the operating system from the internal storage drive. If you ha ve an internal storage driv e problem, you will not be able to start the computer . Inse[...]

162 If Something Goes Wrong Pr oblems when you turn on the computer The A C power light is blinking. If the A C po wer light is blinkin g, try the following steps: 1 Cut off po wer to the comp uter by disconnecting the AC adaptor and removing the battery . The error conditi on will be interrupted, and the AC po wer light will stop flash ing. 2 Put [...]

163 If Something Goes Wrong The W indo ws ® operating system is not working The battery light is blinking when the computer is on. If the battery light is blinking when the computer is on, th is indicates a power mismatch. Do the follo wing: 1 Check the OUTPUT specification on the A C adaptor (for example, DC 19V - 3.95A). 2 Check the INPUT specif[...]

164 If Something Goes Wrong The W indo ws ® operating system is not working 2 Press F8 when your computer st arts and before W indows ® starts loading. The W indo ws ® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these options: ❖ Repair Y our Computer ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Pr ompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging[...]

165 If Something Goes Wrong F ixing a pr oblem with Device Manag er My bro wser cannot f ind a site I bookmark ed. The W orld Wide W eb is constantly chan ging. A site you bookmarked yesterday m ay not be av ailable today or it s server may be down for temporary repair . T ry again later . The Windows ® operating system can help you If the operati[...]

166 If Something Goes Wrong Memory pr oblems 2 T o view the de vice(s) installed, double-click the device type. 3 T o view the properties, double-click the de vice. The operating system displays the de vice Properties dialog box, which provides an array of tabs. They may include: ❖ The General tab, which provides basi c information about the devi[...]

167 If Something Goes Wrong P ower and the batteries TECHNICAL NOTE: Y ou must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. For this model, Slot A is the slot on the right-hand side of the memory compartment, when looking from the front of the computer . Slot B is the slot on the left-hand side. If only one memory module is t[...]

168 If Something Goes Wrong K e yboar d pr oblems If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes, let the computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20 mi nutes before you turn o n the computer . If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes, the batter y may hav e reached the end of its useful life. T ry replacing it. The [...]

169 If Something Goes Wrong Display pr oblems Y ou hav e connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or mor e keyboard error messages. Y ou may need to update your keyboard dri ver . Refer to the documentation that came with the keyboard or to the keyboard manufacturer's W eb site. The keyboard you connected may be def[...]

170 If Something Goes Wrong Display pr oblems The picture quality of my screen is poor or The scr een does not look right. Y ou can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control b utton (right-click button of T o uchPad™ or mouse), and then clicking Personalize . This opens the Personalization wind[...]

171 If Something Goes Wrong Disk or storag e drive pr oblems Disk or storage drive problems Problems with the storage driv e or with an optional external diskette dri ve usually show up as an inability to access the dri ve or as sector errors. Sometimes a driv e problem may cau se one or more files to appear to hav e garbag e in them. T ypical prob[...]

172 If Something Goes Wrong Optical disc dr ive (optional) pr oblems Y our data files ar e damaged or corrupted. Refer to your software documentation for file recov ery procedures. Many software packages auto matically create backup files. Y ou may also be able to recover lost data using utility software. Consult your network administrator . Some p[...]

173 If Something Goes Wrong Sound system pr oblems Y ou press the disc eject b utton, but the dri ve tray does not slide out. Make sure the computer is connect ed to a po wer source and turned on. The optical disc dri ve eject mechanism req uires po wer to operate. Make sure a program is not accessi ng the driv e and preventing it from ejecting. If[...]

174 If Something Goes Wrong Printer pr oblems The computer emits a loud , high-pitched noise. This is feedback between the mi crophone and the speakers. It occurs in any sound system when i nput from a micropho ne is fed to the speakers and the speak er volume is too loud. Adjust the volume control. Printer problems This sectio n lists some of t he[...]

175 If Something Goes Wrong W i r eless networking pr oblems Wireless networking problems This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi ® ) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a bas ic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users. If you need assistance or if yo[...]

176 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 2 T y pe Cmd in the Search programs and files f ield. 3 Enter IPCONFIG / ALL and press Enter . The IP address for each activ e network adapter will be displayed. ❖ Connect your computer directly to your router or broadb and modem, by plugging a standard CA T5 Ethernet patch cable (sold sep[...]

177 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits ❖ Connect your computer to the o ff ice network and copy files to your network partition. Some people use a combination of th ese methods, backing up all files to tape weekly and copying cr itical files to diskette on a daily basis. If you hav e installed your own programs, you should back[...]

178 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Follo w these steps to create a restore point using the System Restore utility: 1 Click Start , Contro l Panel , System and Security , and then System . 2 In the left pane, clic k System protection . The System Protecti on tab of th e System Properties windo w appears. 3 Click Create... 4 In[...]

179 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows ® operating system The most v aluable component of y our computer system is the data you create and store on its internal storage drive. Since problems with either hardware or s oftware can make the data inaccessible or ev en des[...]

180 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits the state it was in prior to the installation, undoing any changes that the installatio n process introduced. ❖ Back up your critical data (see “Backing up your data or you r entire computer with the Windo ws® operating system” on page 179 ). ❖ Hav e your back up D VD(s) on hand in [...]

181 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance Cannot use the “USB Sleep and Char ge function. ” (A vailable on certain models) ❖ The setting of “USB Sleep and Charge function” may be Disabled. Change the setting to Enabled. ❖ Some external devices may not be able to use the “USB Sleep and Charge function. ” In this case[...]

182 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program’ s documentation for troubleshooting suggestio ns. Contact the software company’ s technical support group for their assistance. ❖ Consult the dealer from whom you purchased you r computer and/or program. Y[...]

183 If Something Goes Wrong Other T oshiba Internet W eb sites Other T oshiba Internet Web sites T oshiba’ s worldwide offices toshiba.com W orldwide T oshiba corporate site laptops.toshiba.com Marketing and product information in the USA accessories.to shiba.com Accessories information in the USA www .toshiba.ca Canada www .toshiba-Europe.com Eu[...]

184 If Something Goes Wrong T oshiba’ s worldwide off ices For more information on additio nal T osh iba worldwide locations, please visit: www .t oshiba.co.jp/index.htm . Spain T o shiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a Planta Escalera A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain United Kin[...]

185 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix A Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot ke ys and TO SHIB A Cards provi de a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. There are two types of T OSHIB A Cards: Hot Ke y Cards and Application Cards. Hot Key Cards The Hot Ke y Cards are used to set or modify the following system functions: ❖ Mu[...]

186 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot K e y Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the Hot Key Cards The Hot Ke y Cards are normally hidden from view . The Cards appear when you press the Fn key . Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combina tion with the Fn key , turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or [...]

187 Hot Keys /TOSHIBA Ca rds Application Cards 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Application Cards The Application Cards are used to launch these applications: Not all functions are supported on all models. TOSHIB A Assist For more information, refer to “TOSHIB A Assist” on page 132 . TOSHIB A HDD Protection utility For more information, refer to “TOSHIB[...]

188 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Application Car ds 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the Application Cards T o launch an application using the Applicati on Cards: 1 Press and hold the Fn ke y . The TOSHIB A Cards display at the top of the screen. (Sample Image) TOSHIB A Car d display 2 Click the “stack ed” card on the far right of the display . The Applic[...]

189 Hot Keys /TOSHIBA Ca rds Hot ke y functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 3 The Card Case displays tw o rows of Cards. Cards that appear solid (not tr ansparent) in the bottom ro w are enabled and can be selected wh en the Application Cards are displayed. The top row contains all of the disabled cards. 4 T o enable a card, drag it from the top row to t[...]

190 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot ke y functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Lock (Instant security) The Fn + F1 hot key function acti v ates instant security . The user logon screen will appear and a us er with a valid account will need to log back on to gain access to the computer . or Fn + This TOSHIB A Card or hot ke y blanks the display . Selecting thi[...]

191 Hot Keys /TOSHIBA Ca rds Hot ke y functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Power plan or Fn + This TOSHIB A Card or hot ke y displays the power plans and cycles through the power plans. The properties of each po wer plan, and the po wer plans that are displayed by this function, are set in the Power Options window . Selecting this Card or pressing the h[...]

192 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot ke y functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Sleep mode or Fn + This TOSHIB A Card or hot k e y places the computer into Sleep mode. For more information about Sleep mode, please see “Using and configuring Sleep mode” on page 88 . Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) S[...]

193 Hot Keys /TOSHIBA Ca rds Hot ke y functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Hibernation mode or Fn + This TOSHIB A Card or hot k e y places the computer into Hibernatio n mode. If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on Hibernation mode, see “Using and configuring Hibernation mode” on page 85 . Selecting t[...]

194 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot ke y functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Output (Display switch) or Fn + This TOSHIB A Card or hot ke y cycles through the power - o n d i sp l a y o p t io n s (only the f irst option is av ailable when you do not have an external monitor attached) (the last option is available only if you are in Extend ed Display Mode).[...]

195 Hot Keys /TOSHIBA Ca rds Hot ke y functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Display brightness Cycle through the display modes, th en select the desired mode. Not all functions are supported on all m odels. Some systems also support an additional Swap Image Display mode. This mode is available only if the current setting is an extended desktop mode (Buil[...]

196 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot ke y functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Disabling or enabling wireless devices or Fn + This TOSHIB A Card or hot ke y enables/disables th e optional wireless devices installed in your computer . The wireless modes are: ❖ Wi - F i ® enabled—Enables just the W i-Fi ® module. ❖ Bluetooth ® * enabled—Enables just [...]

197 Hot Keys /TOSHIBA Ca rds Hot ke y functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Disabling or enabling the T ouchPad™ or Fn + This TOSHIB A Card or hot ke y enables/disables th e T o uchPad™. For more information on using the T ou chPad, see “Using the T o uchPad™” on page 71 . Selecting this Card or pressing the hot ke y displays the following opti[...]

198 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot ke y functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Zoom (Display resolution) or Fn + [ Space bar ] This TOSHIB A Card or hot key switches screen resolution. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Scr een r esolution options Cycle through the screen resolu tions, then select the de[...]

199 Hot Keys /TOSHIBA Ca rds Hot ke y functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Keyboard hot key functions Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and of f. Fn + This hot key turns the n umeric overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. Fn + This hot key t u rns the TO SHIB A Zo om i ng Utility to zoom out. [...]

200 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix B P o wer Cord/Cable C o nnector s Y our computer ships w ith the correct power su pply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical A C po wer cord/cable connectors fo r v arious parts of the world. USA UL ap pr oved Canada CSA approv ed United Kingdom BS ap pr oved Europe VD A appro[...]

201 Glossar y TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer . Acronyms The follo wing acronyms may app ear in this user’ s guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-R OM compact disc read-only memory CD-R W compact disc rewrite memory CMOS com[...]

202 Glossary DOS disk operating system DPI dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nem atic DV D digital versatile (or video) disc DV D - R O M dig ital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory ECP enhanced cap abilities po rt EPR OM erasable programmable read-only memory eSA T A external Serial Advanced T echno logy Attachment FAT f ile allocation ta[...]

Glossary 203 RAM random access memory RGB Red, Blue Green ligh t (monitor) RFI radio frequency interference RO M read-only memory RT C real-time clock SCSI small computer system interface SD Secure Digital SDRAM synchronous dynamic ran dom access memory SRAM static random access memory SSD Solid State Driv e SVGA super video graphics adapter TFT th[...]

204 Glossary alternating curr ent (A C) — The type of po wer usually supplied to residential and commercial w all outle ts. A C rev erses its direction at regular interv als. Compare dir ect curr ent (DC). application — A computer program that yo u use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications includ e wo rd processors, spreadsheets, an[...]

Glossary 205 C cache — A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for qu ick access. Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer’ s main memory . See also CPU ca che, L1 c ache, L2 cach e. CD — An individual compact disc. See also CD-R OM. CD-R OM (compact disc r ead-only memor[...]

206 Glossary CPU cache — A section of very fast memory r esiding between the CPU and the computer’ s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to ex ecute commands and programs. See also cach e, L 1 ca che, L2 c ache. cursor — An on-screen symbol (usually a flas hing verti cal line) that indicates the positio[...]

Glossary 207 diskette — A thin, flexible disk in a protecti ve jacket that stores magnetically encoded data. Diskettes can be removed from the computer and come in two sizes: 5.25-inch and 3.5-inch. Y our computer uses 3.5-inch diskettes. See also double-density diskette, high-density diskette. document — Any file created with an application an[...]

208 Glossary expansion de vice — A device that connects to a computer to expand its capabilities. Other names for an expansion device are port e xpander , port replicator , docking station, or network adapter . extension — See f ile e xtension . external device — See de vice . F fil e — A collect ion of related information, saved on disk wi[...]

Glossary 209 H hard disk — A storage device composed of a rigid platter or plat ters that can be magnetically coded with data. Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and ar e used for long-term storage of programs and data. The primary (or only) hard disk in a computer is usually fix ed, but some computers hav e secondary hard disks[...]

210 Glossary Internet — The decentralized, w orld-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the W orl d W ide W eb, and oth er services. See also W orld W ide W eb. K keyboard shortcut — A key or combination of keys that you use t o perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as a mouse. L L1 (level one) cache — Memo[...]

Glossary 211 M memory — T ypically refers to the computer’ s main memory , where programs are run and data is temp orarily stored and processed. Memory can be volatile and hold data temp orarily , such as RAM, or it can be non volatile and hold data permanently , such as R OM. A computer’ s main memory is RAM. See RAM , RO M . micropr ocessor[...]

212 Glossary operating system — A set of programs that controls how the computer works. Examples of operating systems are the W indows V ista ® Home Basic and W indo ws ® 7 operating systems. optical disc drive — A dri ve which reads plastic coated discs on which information is recorded digit ally , and uses a laser to read data, music, or vi[...]

Glossary 213 processor — See central pr ocessing unit (CPU) . program — A set of i nstructions t hat can be e xecuted by a comput er . The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, an d utility . See also operatin g system, application, utili ty . properties — The attrib utes of an object or de vice[...]

214 Glossary R OM (read-only memory) — Non-v olatile memory that can be read but not written to. Non-volatile here means that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is recei ving power . This type of memory is used to store your computer’ s BIOS, which is essential instructio ns the comput er reads w hen you start it up. See als[...]

Glossary 215 T TFT display — See active-ma trix display . U universal serial bus (USB) — USB is a serial b us that supports a data transfer rate of up to 4 80 Mbps (480 million bi ts per second). USB can connect up to 127 peripheral de vices through a single all- purpose USB port. USB allows hot swapping of peripherals. See also bus, hot swappi[...]

216 Index A A C adaptor 43 A C po wer (DC-IN) connecting adaptor 44 A C power light 43 Alt keys 96 Application Cards 187 audio fil e s 127 audio features 127 B backing up files 94 battery Call2Recycle™ 122 changing 116 charge indicator light 44 , 110 charge not lasting 168 charging 45 , 108 conserving po wer 113 disposal 121 installing 11 6 , 118[...]

217 Index cleaning 91 moving 92 non-system disk or disk error message 161 not accessing disk driv es 161 running on battery power 106 setting up 42 , 50 warning resume failure messag e 161 computer lock 92 computing tips 93 ConfigFree® 155 Connectivity Doctor 156 profile settings 157 starting 155 connecting A C adaptor 43 po wer cord/cable 44 prin[...]

218 Index H HDMI™ Out Port 76 headphones using 128 Help and Support W indo ws® operating system 165 Hibernatio n mode 81 configuring 85 hot key 193 starting again from 88 hot key disabling or enabling T ou chPad™ 197 disabling or enabling wireless devices 196 display brightness 195 Hibernatio n mode 193 keyboard o verlays 199 Lock (Instant sec[...]

219 Index using 127 monitor 76 connecting 76 , 77 monitor problems monitor not working 169 mouse installing 78 mouse utility 145 N networking wireless 126 notification area 125 O optical disc driv e problems 172 troubleshooting 172 other documentatio n 38 ov erlay keys 97 P password deleting a supervisor 140 disabling a user 141 setting a user 140 [...]

220 Index power and batteries 167 printer 174 program not responding 159 program not working properly 172 screen does not look right/flickers 170 Startup options 163 URL address not found 164 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 181 USB W akeup function does not work 181 warning resume failure 161 W indows® operating system not wor ki ng 163 program, s[...]

221 Index T o shiba accessories memory 49 TOSHIB A Application Installer 137 TO SHIB A Assis t 132 T oshiba Ea syGuard® 106 TOSHIB A eco po wer plan Using 116 TOSHIB A eco Utili ty 153 TOSHIB A Face Recognition Utility 142 TOSHIB A Hardware S etup 146 TOSHIB A HDD Pr otection Util ity 144 T o shiba online resources 104 TOSHIB A PC Diagnosti c T oo[...]