Summary of Contents for Toshiba Tecra Z40-A Series
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Z40 - A Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: Technical support is available online at Toshiba’s Web site at support.toshiba.com. At this Web site, you will find answers for many commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable software drivers, BIOS updates, and other downloads.
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(“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DATA, NETWORK...
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IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR...
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TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's ports. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group. Bluetooth modules enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable devices. Please contact TOSHIBA computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or support.toshiba.com in the...
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Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or support.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.
Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific...
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Canada – Industry Canada (IC) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population;...
This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country/region where the product is sold. In addition, the product complies with the following: EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with the...
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United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is already working with design engineers, suppliers, and other partners to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products.
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Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over Belgique: less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m.
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Europe - Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries European Community 5150-5250 5250-5350 5470-5725 MHz Countries Channels: 100, 104, Channels: 36, Channels: 52, 108, 112, 116, 120, 40, 44, 48 56, 60, 64 124, 128, 132, 136, Indoor Only Indoor Only Indoor/Outdoor...
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2. If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations.
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FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation. 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. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850...
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Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. U.S. patents apply to this product. See http://patents.dts.com.
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Computer Recycling Information As part of a commitment to people and the future, Toshiba promotes the efficient use of resources by working to achieve our zero-waste- to-landfill goal at all our production sites. In addition to our existing waste reduction and recycling policies, Toshiba is strongly committed to reducing electronic waste.
Contents Introduction.............25 This guide ............27 Safety icons ............28 Other icons used..........28 Your computer’s features and specifications ........... 29 Documentation ............ 29 Service options ............ 29 Chapter 1: Getting Started........30 Selecting a place to work ........30 Setting up a work environment ...... 30 Keeping yourself comfortable ......
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Refresh your PC (with user’s data) ....52 Reset your PC ..........54 Installing drivers and applications....57 Using the TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device ... 58 Using the touch pad ..........59 Adjusting touch pad settings ......62 Disabling or enabling the touch pad ....62 Connecting an external device ......
Starting an app from the Start screen ... 74 Saving your work ..........74 Backing up your work .......... 75 Toshiba’s online resources ........75 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing ........76 Toshiba’s energy-saver design......76 Running the computer on battery power..... 76 Battery Notice ..........
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System Settings..........109 Sleep Utilities ............. 111 USB Sleep and Charge........ 111 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge ..........113 Power supply mode settings ....... 113 Function Key ............115 Recovery Media Creator ........116 Service Station........... 116 TOSHIBA Application Installer ......117...
Windows operating system ..139 If you need further assistance......144 Contacting Toshiba........145 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ...... 145 Toshiba’s worldwide offices ......146 Appendix A: TOSHIBA Function Keys ....147 Functions ............147 Lock (Instant security) ........148...
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Contents Power plan ........... 148 Sleep mode..........148 Hibernation mode ........148 Output (Display switch) ....... 149 Display brightness ........150 Disabling or enabling wireless devices ..150 Disabling or enabling the touch pad .... 150 Disabling or enabling the cursor control overlay........
You can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the “Mobile Computing” section of the Toshiba User’s Guide for more information on using power management settings to conserve computer energy.
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Directive 2002/95/EC, Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS), which restricts use of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its computer component suppliers to meet RoHS requirements and verifies its suppliers’...
For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba’s Web site at support.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are all subject to change without notice.
Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not...
To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at support.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 122.
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using your computer effectively, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your computer. Please read the safety instruction information on the Quick Start document (that shipped with your computer) carefully and make sure you fully understand the instructions before you attempt to use your computer in order to avoid potential hazards that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or...
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ 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 temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ When typing, keep your wrists straight and try not to rest your wrists on the notebook. Support your arms on your forearm area. The forearms can be supported by the chair arm supports or the desk surface. ❖...
Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ When using a notebook for long hours, it may be more comfortable to dock the notebook and use an external keyboard, mouse and monitor. ❖ The keyboard and mouse (or trackball) should be close to your elbow level.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work Taking breaks and varying tasks ❖ Change the way you work so that you are not stuck in the same posture for long periods of time. Some people find it comfortable to occasionally stand while using the notebook.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work Seeking additional help Follow the advice from your employer’s company health and safety staff. Contact them if you need assistance making adjustment to your workstation or adjusting the lighting. Again, if you experience persistent or recurrent pain, ache, numbness, burning, or stiffness you should promptly see a qualified health care provider.
Getting Started Selecting a place to work Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of travel. You should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖...
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Getting Started Selecting a place to work Consider using a hard computer insulating pad or similarly suitable hard insulating material when using a computer on your lap. Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer. It could damage the computer or cause system failure.
Getting Started Setting up your computer Important information on your computer’s cooling fan Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in...
Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided 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.
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Getting Started Connecting to a power source AC adaptor Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor To connect AC power to the computer: Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to...
Getting Started Charging the main battery Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The AC power light on the indicator panel glows white. Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it, see “Exploring Your Computer’s Features” on page NOTE When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to slowly open or close the display panel.
Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your Product. Product registration can be completed by one of three methods: From the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.com: Type in the requested information and complete the registration process.
Getting Started To Shut down your computer To Shut down your computer From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. ® When the Windows charms appear, click or touch the ) charm.
Getting Started To Restart your computer To Restart your computer From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge. ® When the Windows charms appear, click or touch the ) charm.
Adding memory Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’s popular applications. Toshiba will not be responsible for any product damage, data loss, service or part replacement made necessary by improper installation of a...
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you to recover your internal storage drive if necessary.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive ❖ NOTE During the recovery process your computer must be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor. ❖ When you restore your system, only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the computer are restored.
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Creator selection. The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box NOTE optional external writable optical disc drive must be connected to your computer in order for the DVD option to display in the dialog box.
If you are copying files to a USB flash drive, connect a USB flash drive of the required minimum capacity (as specified in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility) to your computer. All information stored on your DVDs or USB flash drive(s) will be erased during the process of creating the recovery media.
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Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE When you restore your system, only the operating system files and drivers originally shipped with the computer are restored. Any files that you created are not restored during this process. Be sure to separately save the files you have created to external media using ®...
Windows Store. Your PC settings and any Desktop Applications installed from media or websites will be deleted. Toshiba does not guarantee that your data will not be deleted during the Refresh process. Please make a back up of your data to external media before executing this process.
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Get Started The “Refresh your PC” screen appears. (Sample Image) Refresh your PC screen Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back up. Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery (see “Backing up your work” on page 75).
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Click or touch the button to begin. Next The “Ready to refresh your PC” screen appears. (Sample Image) Ready to refresh your PC screen You will be prompted to refresh your system. Click or touch the button.
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Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Click or touch Change PC Settings The PC settings window appears. (Sample Image) PC settings screen Click or touch Update and recovery Click or touch Recovery Select Remove everything and reinstall Windows and click or touch Get Started The “Reset your PC”...
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Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Click or touch the button. Next The “Do you want to fully clean your drive?” screen appears. (Sample Image) Do you want to fully clean your drive? screen Select one of the following options: ❖...
NOTE Selecting the “Fully clean the drive” option may take several hours. Installing drivers and applications The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. NOTE You must have an Internet connection to reinstall applications.
Touch pad Touch pad ON/OFF buton Touch pad primary Touch pad secondary button button (Sample Illustration) TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device buttons ® —Moves the cursor and AccuPoint II pointing device selects items on the screen. To move the cursor, gently push the pointing device in the direction you want the cursor to move.
Getting Started Using the touch pad Using the touch pad NOTE Some of the touch pad operations described in this section are only supported in certain applications, and only on certain models. You can use the touch pad (the small, touch-sensitive area in front of the keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖...
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Getting Started Using the touch pad Do the following: Example: Move the on- Slide your finger across the touch screen pointer pad in the direction you want to move the pointer. To move the pointer a longer (Sample Illustration) distance, slide your finger several Pointer moves to the times across the touch pad in the right...
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Getting Started Using the touch pad Do the following: Example: Scroll vertically Slide two fingers along the right edge of the touch pad in the direction you want to scroll. Repeat to scroll a longer distance. (Sample Illustration) Vertical scrolling active area Scroll Slide two fingers along the...
Touch pad setting options vary by computer model. The touch pad settings are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the Windows Control Panel. For more information, please visit support.toshiba.com. Disabling or enabling the touch pad The touch pad is enabled by default. To enable/disable the touch pad, press .
Getting Started Using external display devices Connect the device’s video or USB cable to the port on the computer and to the device. Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). Turn on the external device (if applicable). Your computer may automatically detect the external device.
Getting Started Using external display devices manual that came with the television or display device for more information. Your computer should automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen.
Getting Started Using external display devices This cycles through the settings in the following order (the last two options are available if an external monitor is connected): ❖ PC screen only ❖ Duplicate ❖ Extend ❖ Second screen only (Sample Image) Display options window NOTE The ( ) + keys navigate through the options without...
Getting Started Customizing your computer’s settings Customizing your computer’s settings There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements. You can go into your computer settings to make adjustments to your computer to suit your needs. From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right ®...
Getting Started Caring for your computer Moving the computer Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all drive activity has ended (the internal storage drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back.
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it to the internal storage drive. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since...
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up your files to external media on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.
For example, turns the touch pad ON/OFF. For more Fn + F9 information, see “TOSHIBA Function Keys” on page 147. ® Special Windows keys ® Windows Application key ®...
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard.
Learning the Basics Backlit keyboard Backlit keyboard (Available on certain models.) Your keyboard may have a backlight illumination feature. If the keyboard backlight setting is set to Auto, the backlight turns on when you type on the keyboard and turns off after a certain interval when you stop typing.
Learning the Basics Mouse properties —Tap quickly twice to zoom in. For example, Double-tap double-tap a section of a Web page to zoom in on that section. Double-tap again to zoom out. —In some apps (such as Maps and Games), you can Pinch zoom in and out by placing two fingers on the screen at once and pinching them together (to zoom out) or spreading them...
Learning the Basics Saving your work Starting an app from the Start screen To Start an app on the Start screen, move your pointer over the appropriate tile and click or touch to open, or swipe your finger to the left from the right edge of the screen. To Start an app using the Search function, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the ®...
Toshiba’s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades.
Many of these energy-saving features have been preset by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling.
The battery life rating is only achieved on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate of a system’s battery life under any conditions other than the...
The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer. Always use the AC adaptor specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba AC adaptor from Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.
Mobile Computing Charging batteries TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery may not occur when your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power NOTE Depending on your system, the RTC battery may only charge while the computer is turned on. To recharge the RTC battery, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light )/power light ( ), and the power button light. When the power light or power button light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using ®...
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery.
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power Double-click or touch to display the battery Battery options. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen Configure the alarm settings to suit your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors, such ❖...
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power These power-saving options control the way in which the computer is configured. By using them, you can increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. ® Microsoft has combined these options into preset Power Plans.
Mobile Computing Using the eco power plan NOTE To edit a plan or to edit advanced settings, continue to the following steps. Click or touch to choose the Change plan settings plan you want to edit. This screen allows you to change basic settings. Click or touch Change advanced power settings access settings for battery notification levels, internal...
If you find that a new battery is needed, contact the location you purchased the computer at for more information on replacing the battery. Toshiba will not be responsible for any product damage, data loss, service or part replacement made necessary by improper installation of a new battery.
❖ Always travel with the computer in a carrying case. Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
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Wireless antenna is OFF (Airplane mode is ON) if your computer has wireless LAN capability. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the key. For more information see “TOSHIBA Fn + F8 Function Keys” on page 147.
Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer’s Features In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your computer. Exploring the Start screen The Start screen is the launching pad for everything you can ® do in the Windows operating system, providing new and easy ways to access everything from your favorite apps and Web sites to your contacts and other important information.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the Start screen For detailed information on the new functionality, refer to the ® Windows Help and Support. App tiles ® (Sample Image) Windows Start screen Charms ® Use the Windows charms to start apps, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop Tiles Tiles can be accessed and launched from the Start screen. Typical Start screen tiles are the Desktop tile and Mail tile, as well as tiles representing all other applications downloaded to your system. Exploring the desktop You can use its features to start applications, find documents, set up system components, and perform most...
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Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking or touching the icon. You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or program by dragging the element’s icon from its location in a window to the desktop area.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features ® Windows Store Notification area The notification area displays icons of tasks or programs that run continuously in the background and displays notifications. To learn more about each task, position the pointer over the icon for a few moments and a short description of the task appears.
Next Your computer should then be connected. NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the key. For more information see “TOSHIBA Fn + F8 Function Keys” on page 147. NOTE When Airplane mode is OFF, the wireless indicator light will be lit.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality. Accessing a network For specific information about connecting to the network, consult your network administrator. Many hotels, airports, ®...
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features When you have finished recording, click or touch the button. Stop Recording dialog box appears. Save As To save the file, type a file name, and then click or touch Save Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Web Camera Using the Web Camera Your computer may come with a built-in Web Camera. With this Web Camera you can do the following: ❖ Take pictures and record videos with your computer ❖ Chat with others and have them see you while using instant messaging (IM) programs ❖...
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Memory card reader Using the Memory card reader The Memory card reader supports the use of Secure Digital™ (SD™, SDHC™, SDXC™), microSD™, miniSD™, ® ® MultiMediaCard (MMC ), and may support other media. These media can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc.
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Memory card reader When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data. NOTE Always remove memory media when not in use. Removing memory media If you are not currently on the Desktop, choose the Desktop tile on the Start screen, otherwise skip to step 2.
To achieve a proper connection between your computer and the Port Replicator, your computer must be properly aligned with the Port Replicator. For more information, consult the user’s manual that came with your Port Replicator, or visit support.toshiba.com.
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Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the expansion port On some computer models, you can attach an extended life battery to the expansion port. To find expansion devices compatible with your computer model, please visit accessories.toshiba.com.
Utilities ® eco Utility ® eco Utility ® The eco Utility monitors your power savings from using the eco power plan by tracking real-time power consumption and accumulated savings over time. ® To access the eco Utility From the Start screen begin typing eco Utility Click or touch eco Utility...
TOSHIBA is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access your computer.
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Utilities Password Utility To set a supervisor password: To access Supervisor Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility Click or touch Password Utility (Sample Image) Supervisor Password tab Click or touch Supervisor Password Click or touch Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. Click or touch NOTE Under User Policy, this option may or may not ask for...
TOSHIBA is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access your computer.
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Utilities Password Utility Click or touch Password Utility Click or touch User Password (Sample Image) User Password tab Click or touch Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. Click or touch Click or touch to save your password as a text file. NOTE Password Utility will suggest “memo.txt”...
Utilities Password Utility Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: To access User Password from the Start screen begin typing Password Utility Click or touch Password Utility A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. Enter your password, and then click or touch Verify Click or touch Delete...
Utilities System Settings System Settings System Settings is the TOSHIBA configuration management ® tool available through the Windows operating system. To access it: To access System Settings from the Start screen begin typing System Settings Click or touch System Settings The System Settings screen appears.
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Utilities System Settings ❖ —Allows you to change the sequence in Boot Options which your computer searches the drives for the operating system ❖ —Allows you to configure boot priority Boot Priority settings. ❖ —Reduces the time needed for the Boot Speed BIOS to initialize, using either the Fast or Normal settings.
Utilities Sleep Utilities Sleep Utilities This utility displays whether 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.” To access Sleep Utilities from the Start screen begin typing System Settings Click or touch...
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Utilities Sleep Utilities ❖ NOTE 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.
Utilities Sleep Utilities Metal paper clips or hair pins/clips will generate heat if they come into contact with USB ports. Do not allow USB ports to come into contact with metal products, for example when carrying the computer in your bag. Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable or disable the USB Sleep and Charge function.
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Utilities Sleep Utilities (Sample Image) Sleep and Charge screen NOTE With certain external devices, the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work no matter which charging mode you select. In those cases, disable USB Sleep and Charge in the utility and turn the computer on to charge the device, or use a different charging device.
Function Key NOTE The Function option is disabled by default. TOSHIBA Function Key enables you to activate functions by pressing specific keys either singly or in combination with Fn. Some functions show the toast notification at the edge of the screen. These settings turn notifications ON/OFF.
Utilities Recovery Media Creator Recovery Media Creator The Recovery Media Creator utility enables you to create recovery media that can be used to return your system to its out-of-box state, if necessary. For detailed information on using the utility to create recovery media, see “Creating recovery media”...
TOSHIBA Application Installer NOTE You must have an Internet connection to reinstall applications. The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: To access TOSHIBA Application Installer from the Start...
TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. TOSHIBA is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of the fingerprint software or utility.
Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprint Logon The fingerprint utility enables logon to your computer using fingerprints. During user enrollment, fingerprint samples are ® saved and associated with the user’s Windows user account. When the user attempts to log on again, the user’s fingerprint is read and compared with the user’s enrolled fingerprints;...
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Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility ❖ Clean the reader with a lint-free cloth. Do not use detergent to clean the reader. ❖ Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the fingerprint recognition success rate.
TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint reader will recognize the enrolled user or accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. TOSHIBA is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of this...
This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program or application stops responding.
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer If you are working in a program that suddenly freezes, chances are the program has stopped responding. You can exit the program without shutting down the operating system or closing other programs. To close a program that has stopped responding: Press , and...
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If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer The computer displays the WARNING RESUME Windows Error Recovery – Windows did not shut down FAILURE/ successfully message. To continue, select . This can Start Windows normally happen if the computer was put into Sleep mode and the battery has discharged.
The output specifications of the AC adaptor must match the input specifications of the computer. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the AC adaptor that shipped with your computer. If the specifications do match, contact Toshiba. See “Contacting Toshiba” on page 145. ®...
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If Something Goes Wrong ® The Windows operating system is not working ® ® If Windows fails to start properly twice, the Windows Boot menu will launch. To enter the Advanced Startup options manually: From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from the right edge.
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If Something Goes Wrong ® The Windows operating system is not working Advanced options Choosing this option presents you with another set of options: System Restore ❖ System Restore allows you to use a Restore point to return the computer to a state at which it was performing properly.
If Something Goes Wrong ® The Windows operating system is not working ❖ Enable Safe Mode ® Starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and services. If the computer starts and runs in Safe Mode, you will know the Operating System is most likely working properly and that you should look to third-party applications or drivers for the source of your problem.
❖ Click or touch one of the options listed in the window and follow the instructions You can connect to Support Online by going to Toshiba support at support.toshiba.com. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device.
If Something Goes Wrong Power and the batteries Click or touch Device Manager The Device Manager screen appears. From the list of device(s), double-click or touch the device type. To view the device(s) installed, double-click or touch the device. The operating system displays the device Properties dialog box, which provides an array of tabs.
If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems The AC adaptor and power cord/cable work correctly, but the battery will not charge. The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power. Try turning off the computer. The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly. If you think this is the probable cause, let the battery reach room temperature and try again.
If Something Goes Wrong Display problems The keyboard you connected may be defective or incompatible with the computer. Try using a different make of keyboard. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect.
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If Something Goes Wrong Display problems A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware. Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer’s internal display.
If Something Goes Wrong Disk or storage drive problems Disk or storage drive problems Problems with the storage drive or with external media usually show up as an inability to access the drive or as sector errors. Sometimes a drive problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them.
If Something Goes Wrong Sound system problems Even if you do not need to scan the drive for errors you can scan by clicking or touching Scan drive Error-checking tests and repairs the storage drive. Your hard disk seems very slow. If you have been using your computer for a long time, your files may have become fragmented.
If Something Goes Wrong Printer problems The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. Adjust the volume control.
If Something Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for ® networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users.
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits NOTE To enable or disable wireless communication, use the For more information see “TOSHIBA Fn + F8 key. Function Keys” on page 147. ❖ Use IPCONFIG to verify that the computer has a useful IP address - one other than the private address of ®...
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Some people use a combination of these methods, backing up all files weekly and copying critical files to external media on a daily basis. If you have installed your own programs, you should back up these programs as well as your data files.
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If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Follow these steps to create a restore point using the System Restore utility: From the Start screen, type . Click or touch Control from the list that appears. Control Panel Click or touch , and then System and Security System...
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No additional software is required. Most of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or ‘burn’) as well as read from optical discs. External optical disc writers are also widely available.
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If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Follow these steps to back up your computer or files to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot back up the computer while running on battery power. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing.
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2 if no critical data has changed. USB Sleep and Charge is not working. USB Sleep and Charge may be disabled. Open the TOSHIBA Sleep and Charge utility to check if the feature is disabled and to enable it if necessary.
If you need further assistance ❖ USB Sleep and Charge may be disabled. Open the TOSHIBA Sleep and Charge utility to check if the feature is disabled and to enable it if necessary. For more information, see “Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge”...
If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program’s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company’s technical support group for their assistance. ❖ Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and/or program.
Spain United States The Rest of Europe Toshiba America Information Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH Systems, Inc. Hammfelddamm 8 9740 Irvine Boulevard D-4-1460 Neuss Irvine, California 92618 Germany United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.
TOSHIBA Function Keys TOSHIBA Function keys provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. Functions TOSHIBA Function keys are used to set or modify the following system functions: ❖ Lock (Instant security) ❖ Power Plan ❖...
Power Options window (see “Power Plans” on page 84). This TOSHIBA function key also allows you to enable notifications for power plans. The notifications are disabled by default. Sleep mode This TOSHIBA Function key places the computer into Sleep mode.
TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Output (Display switch) This TOSHIBA Function key cycles through the display options and highlights the available options. Click, touch, or press to activate the selected ENTER option. ❖ PC screen only ❖ Duplicate ❖ Extend ❖...
TOSHIBA Function Keys Functions Display brightness This TOSHIBA Function key decreases the screen brightness. This TOSHIBA Function key increases the screen brightness. Disabling or enabling wireless devices This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables the ® Wi-Fi antenna in your computer. NOTE Allow about 5 seconds to switch between modes.
Disabling or enabling the scroll lock This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables the scroll lock. Volume Mute This TOSHIBA Function key enables/disables volume mute. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones.
This TOSHIBA Function key takes a snapshot of your display screen. This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom out. This TOSHIBA Function key allows you to zoom in. This TOSHIBA Function key decreases the speaker volume.
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your computer ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. Canada UL approved CSA approved United Kingdom Europe VDA approved...
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this User’s Guide. Alternating Current Basic Input/Output System BIOS Blu-ray Disc Read-Only Memory BD-ROM bits per second Compact Disc Compact Disc Read-Only Memory CD-ROM...
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Glossary Dots Per Inch Digital Versatile (or Video) Disc Digital Versatile (or Video) Disc Read-Only DVD-ROM Memory external Serial Advanced Technology eSATA Attachment File Allocation Table Federal Communications Commission gigabyte gigabytes per second GBps Hard Disk Drive High-Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface Consumer HDMI CEC...
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Glossary Radio Frequency Interference Read-Only Memory Real-Time Clock Secure Digital Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SDRAM Solid State Drive Thin Film Transistor Universal Serial Bus Uniform Resource Locator Wide Area Network World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this User’s Guide. —A liquid crystal display (LCD) made active-matrix display from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix...
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Glossary —A copy of a file, usually on a removable disk, kept in backup case the original file is lost or damaged. —See BIOS. Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) —The speed at which a communication device, such baud rate as a printer or modem, transmits information. Baud rate is the number of signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as bits per second).
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Glossary —A section of very fast memory in which frequently used cache information is duplicated for quick access. Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer’s main memory. See also CPU cache, L1 cache, L2 cache. —An individual compact disc.
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Glossary —A device that controls the transfer of data from a controller computer to a peripheral device and vice versa. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. —See Central Processing Unit (CPU). —A section of very fast memory residing between CPU cache the CPU and the computer’s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute...
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Glossary —A round, flat piece of material, designed to be read from disc and written to by optical (laser) technology, and used in the production of optical discs, such as CDs and DVDs. Compare disk. —A round, flat piece of material that can be magnetically disk influenced to hold information in digital form, and used in the production of magnetic disks, such as hard disks.
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Glossary —An external device that supports hot swapping and eSATA fast data transfer. Very useful in storing and transferring large files. —A computer program that is ready to run. executable file Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files. Names of executable files usually end with a .bat or .exe extension.
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HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control) One A/V component can control another while using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. See also HDMI. —A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves Hibernation to the internal storage drive the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off.
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Glossary —A small image displayed on the screen that represents a icon function, file, or program. —A method of refreshing a computer screen, in interlaced which only every other line of pixels is refreshed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image.
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Glossary —To move information from a storage device (such as a load hard disk) into memory for processing. —See LAN. local area network —A section of a disk that is recognized by the logical drive operating system as a separate disk drive. A system’s logical drives may differ from its physical drives.
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Glossary —A method of refreshing a computer screen, non-interlaced in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen. Compare interlaced. —A disk for storing programs and data that non-system disk cannot be used to start the computer.
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Glossary —An icon (usually an arrow) that moves on the screen pointer when you slide your finger across the touch pad or move a mouse. Used to point to and select/activate on-screen items, such as icons, menu items, and buttons. The shape and purpose of the pointer varies depending on the program you are using and what you are doing.
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Glossary —A monitor that RGB (Red, Green, Blue) monitor reproduces all colors by mixing red, green, and blue light in various combinations. —An eight-wire connector used to connect a RJ45 connector computer to a network. —Non-volatile memory that can ROM (Read-Only Memory) be read but not written to.
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Glossary ® —The symbol (in the MS-DOS operating system prompt system, generally a drive letter followed by a “greater than” sign) indicating where users are to enter commands. —See active-matrix display. TFT display —To activate items displayed on the screen, such as Touch apps, setting icons, and on-screen buttons by touching them with your finger.
Index battery battery life 77 AC adaptor 39 care 86 AC power 78 changing 86 AC power light 39 charge indicator light 41 accessing charge time 78 network 95 charger 78 AccuPoint® charging 41 primary button 58 secondary button 58 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 79 adding...
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Index safety precautions 86 computer settings 66 setting notifications 82 taking care of 86 data/entire system backup battery indicator light 81 troubleshooting 141 BIOS Setup desktop see System Settings creating new icon 92 exploring the 91 caring for your computer 66 icons 92 recycle bin 92 changing...
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Index external display, adjusting 65 Initial setup using your computer for the first time 42 files internal storage drive backing up 69 recovery 47 saving 74 fingerprint authentication 118 keyboard function keys 70 Fingerprint Authentication Utility using 118 overlay keys 71 Function Key 115 special Windows®...
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38 Toshiba Web site 43 software 43 worldwide offices 146 work environment 30 TOSHIBA Application Installer 117 settings Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 58 customize computer settings TOSHIBA Function Keys functions 147 display output 64 touch pad Shut down using 59...
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Index external monitor 132 using the overlay for cursor control good computing habits 138 hard disk drive is slow 135 using the Toshiba Dual Pointing high-pitched noise 136 Device 58 Utilities 102 installing hardware/software keyboard 131 video projector missing files/trouble accessing...