Page 1 ® Tecra M9 Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see page 176 in this guide.
Page 2 TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA,...
Page 3 Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port microphone jack (Port availability depends on model selected).
Page 4: Industry Canada Requirement
Contact either: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. ❖ Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Page 5: Telephone Company Procedures
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273.
Page 6 Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.
Page 7: Wireless Interoperability
Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless 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, and is compliant to: ❖ The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B/G), as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
Page 8: Regulatory Information
The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Page 9 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directives. The party responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.
Page 10 Modem Warning Notice Conformity Statement The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for pan- European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.
Page 11: Device Authorization
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. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment.
Page 12: Radio Approvals For Wireless Devices
JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT Approval Number: D01-1128JP TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. ❖ 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only.
Page 13 Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than Belgique: 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.
Page 14 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada Europe - Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries European Community Countries Austria Belgium, France, Switzerland/Lichtenstein Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, UK...
Page 15 ❖ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in the European Community. Ad-hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point. ❖ This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and activated a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5 GHz bands.
Page 16 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.
Page 17: Wireless Lan Card
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved 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.
Page 18 11a, 11b, 11g and 11n wireless are based on IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n respectively. The IEEE 802.11n specification has not been finalized and is currently in draft release. The TOSHIBA 11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN Adapters are based on the Draft Release, Version 1.0, of the IEEE 802.11n specification.
Page 19: Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
Always use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for...
Page 20: Bluetooth Wireless Technology And Your Health
Approved Countries/Regions for use (Bluetooth technology) ® Bluetooth Card from Toshiba equipment is approved 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. Argentina Belgium...
Page 21: Regulatory Statements
The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Page 22 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. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment.
Page 23 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850...
Page 24 (Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.) Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
Page 25 EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL.
Page 26 Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association. 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.
Page 27: Table Of Contents
Keeping yourself comfortable ...40 Precautions...40 Important information on your computer’s Setting up your computer ...42 Setting up your software...42 Registering your computer with Toshiba ...43 Adding optional external devices...43 Connecting to a power source ...44 Charging the main battery...46 cooling fan ...41...
Page 28 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs ...57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options ...58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Installing drivers and applications...64 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device ...64 Using the TouchPad™...65 Scrolling with the TouchPad™ ...66 Control buttons ...66 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ ...66 Using external display devices ...66...
Page 29 Playing an audio CD...96 Playing optical media ...97 Creating a CD/DVD...97 Removing a disc with the computer on...98 Removing a disc with the computer off ...98 Caring for CD or DVD discs ...98 Toshiba’s online resources ...99 keyboard ...84 ® keys...85 Contents ®...
Page 30 Contents Chapter 3: Mobile Computing...100 Toshiba’s energy-saver design...100 Running the computer on battery power ...101 Battery Notice ...101 Power management ...102 Using additional batteries ...103 Charging batteries...103 Charging the main battery...103 Charging the RTC battery...104 Monitoring main battery power...105 Determining remaining battery power...106 What to do when the main battery runs low ...107...
Page 31 Removing an SD card ...133 Using the Ultra SlimBay ...133 Removing a module from the Ultra SlimBay ...134 Inserting a module into the Ultra SlimBay...135 Using an expansion device...135 Using an Optional Toshiba Express Port Chapter 5: Utilities...137 TOSHIBA Assist ...138 Connect...139 Secure...140 Protect &...
Page 32 Deleting a user password...147 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility...148 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility ...149 Fn-esse Starting Fn-esse TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ...151 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility...152 Booting from a bootable SD card...153 TOSHIBA Power Saver ...154 Preset Power Profiles ...155 Quickly creating a new power profile ...155...
Page 33 DVD operating problems...200 Develop good computing habits ...202 Data and system configuration backup in If you need further assistance...208 Before you contact Toshiba ...208 Contacting Toshiba ...208 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites...209 Toshiba’s worldwide offices...209 Appendix A: Hot Keys... 211 Volume Mute ...211...
Page 34 Disabling or enabling the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device ...216 Zooming applications in/out ...216 Keyboard hot keys ...217 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors...218 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer...219 Getting Started...220 Starting ConfigFree ...220 ConfigFree Utilities...222 Connectivity Doctor ...222 Search for Wireless Devices ...224...
Page 35: Introduction
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go. NOTE This notebook is compatible with European Union 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.
Page 36: This Guide
Toshiba’ s Web site at pcsupport.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.
Page 37: 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 avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Page 38: Other Documentation
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 pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see Goes Wrong” on page 176.
Page 39: Chapter 1: Getting Started
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations.
Page 40: Keeping Yourself Comfortable
Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day.
Page 41: Important Information On Your Computer's Cooling Fan
❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk/disc or flash media may damage the disk/disc or flash media, the drive, or both. ❖...
Page 42: Setting Up Your Computer
Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to and including external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.
Page 43: Registering Your Computer With Toshiba
If you decide not to register at that time, you can either double-click the Register with Toshiba icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba limited Warranty.
Page 44: Connecting To A Power Source
TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury.
Page 45 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 cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 46: Charging The Main Battery
Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer’s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery’s current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged ❖...
Page 47: Using The Computer For The First Time
NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it. Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to the right.
Page 48: Your Computer's Features And Specifications
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high- precision technology.
Page 49: Adding Memory (Optional)
You may want to increase the computer’s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See Getting Started Adding memory (optional)
Page 50: Installing A Memory Module
Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module A memory module can be installed in the memory module slot on the base of the computer. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may be hot.
Page 51 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover Remove the memory module slot cover.
Page 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connector may cause memory access problems. Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of the computer.
Page 53 Once the module’s connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the module to seat the module into the latches at the sides of the socket. These latches should “snap” into place securely with the corresponding cutouts in the side of the module.
Page 54: Removing A Memory Module
Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. You can now continue setting up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module.
Page 55: Checking Total Memory
Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of the slot. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see Turn the computer right side up.
Page 56: Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps and then check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the socket latches. Hard Drive Recovery Utilities (Available on certain models) Your computer has been configured with a hard disk partition to...
Page 57: Creating Recovery Cds/Dvds
The system will prompt you to insert the appropriate number of blank CDs or DVDs to copy the Hard Drive Recovery Utilities. If your optical disc drive is not writable, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system.
Page 58: Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Select the items you want to copy by clicking the check box next to the item’s Name—recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications. Click Create. Insert the first blank CD or DVD into your writable optical drive when prompted.
Page 59 Press and hold the powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen Select one of the options, and then click Next. The options are: ❖ Recovery of Factory Default Software ❖...
Page 60 Be sure to save your work to external media first. On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears.
Page 61 The Recovery Wizard allows you to delete all data and partitions from the hard disk. To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk: On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖...
Page 62 To recover only your C: drive: On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions.
Page 63: Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using The Recovery Media
When the initial screen displays, press The boot menu appears. Using the arrow keys, select the CD/DVD option and press Enter . The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. Please refer to page 58, to explain the available recovery options.
Page 64: Installing Drivers And Applications
Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications:...
Page 65: Using The Touchpad
Once you have positioned your cursor, you can click it into place by either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons. Using the TouchPad™ “Disabling or enabling the Toshiba Dual ™ ™ , the small, smooth, square cutout located in front of...
Page 66: Scrolling With The Touchpad
The TouchPad disable TouchPad setting, press disables the TouchPad. For more information, see or enabling the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device” on page Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also connect an external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port.
Page 67: Directing The Display Output When You Turn On The Computer
Turn on the external device. Set the display mode by pressing Display Properties settings. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously.
Page 68: Adjusting The Quality Of The External Display
Getting Started Using an external keyboard TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties box. Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and then Display. Choose the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display Device, select the applicable Monitor type, and then click Apply or OK.
Page 69: Setting Up A Printer
You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer through the USB ports. To determine if the printer is USB- compatible, check its documentation. To make the connection, you need a suitable USB cable which may come with your printer. If a USB cable was not included with your printer, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store.
Page 70: Connecting An Optional External Diskette Drive
Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Click Add a printer. The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer. Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes.
Page 71: Turning Off The Computer
To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the computer’s USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows operating system could cause you to lose your work.
Page 72 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ If you have work in progress and are not connected to a network, use the Windows to save your system settings so that, when you turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off.
Page 73: Using The Turn Off Computer Or Shut Down Commands
Standby mode The Standby command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Standby holds the current state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖...
Page 74 Turning off the computer more quickly You can also turn off the computer by pressing the power button. To use this method, you first need to activate it using Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance.
Page 75 For more information about the Power Saver utility, see Power Saver” on page Once the computer is configured, you can turn it off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the options set. Getting Started Turning off the computer 154. “TOSHIBA...
Page 76: Using And Configuring Hibernation Mode
To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. Click the Setup Action tab. Select Hibernation for the options you want. ®...
Page 77 The computer returns to the screen(s) you were using. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel. Getting Started Turning off the computer 154. “TOSHIBA...
Page 78: Using And Configuring Standby Mode
To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. Click the Setup Action tab. Select Standby for the options you want. NOTE...
Page 79: Closing The Display Panel
This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer. For information about taking care of your computer’s battery, see “Taking care of your battery” on page Customizing your computer’s settings 154. “Power Profiles” on page 113. Getting Started “TOSHIBA 109. There are “Utilities” on...
Page 80: Cleaning The Computer
You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object.
Page 81 Pass the locking end through the loop. Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot on your computer, then engage the locking device. The computer is now securely locked. (Sample Illustration) Attaching security lock cable Getting Started Caring for your computer...
Page 82: Chapter 2: Learning The Basics
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 disk. 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 you last saved.
Page 83 ❖ Back up your files to disks (or other removable 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 hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.
Page 84: Using The Keyboard
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖...
Page 85: Ctrl, Fn, And Alt Keys
❖ Press the numeric pad of the enhanced keyboard. Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys , and Ctrl program you are using. For more information, see your program documentation. Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with the keys at the top of the keyboard.
Page 86: Overlay Keys
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.
Page 87: Starting A Program
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. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options. You can: ❖...
Page 88: Starting A Program From The Run Dialog Box
Learning the Basics Starting a program This example opens WordPad using Windows Click Start, and then All Programs. Click Accessories. Click Windows Explorer. Click My Computer to expand the window. In the left part of the window, click the line that ends in “(C:).” In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, double-click the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files.
Page 89: Saving Your Work
In the Run dialog box: ❖ If you know the program’s location, type the command line. For a program in the Windows program name. Otherwise, type the full file path. For example, to access WordPad, type: c:\Program Files\Windows NT\Accessories\wordpad.exe, click OK. HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to the right of the text box and select the command line from the drop-down list.
Page 90 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving files In your Windows If you are working with a document that already has a file name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box. Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name.
Page 91: Printing Your Work
Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft file name with an extension of “.doc” is assumed to be a Microsoft Word file.
Page 92: Backing Up Your Work
Learning the Basics Backing up your work In your Windows The program displays a Print dialog box. (Sample Image) Print dialog box Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of pages and number of copies to print. Click Print. Backing up your work Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer.
Page 93: Restoring Your Work
Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk, use the Restore page in the backup program. Look in the online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files. TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on the hard disk.
Page 94: Optical Drive Components
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Optical drive components The optical drive is located on the side of the computer. Your optical drive may look like this: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole (Sample Illustration) Optical drive Drive in-use indicator light—Indicates when the drive is in use.
Page 95 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. (Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in DVD discs” on page Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up.
Page 96: Playing An Audio Cd
Using the optical drive If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place.
Page 97: Playing Optical Media
Due to manufacturing and quality variations in third party optical media (e.g., CD or DVD) or optical media players/recorders, in certain cases, your Toshiba optical drive may not record on certain optical media that bear the applicable logo, or play back optical media recorded by other computers or optical media recorders.
Page 98: Removing A Disc With The Computer On
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive For details on how to use the software, please refer to the respective Online Help menus. Removing a disc with the computer on To remove a disc (CD or DVD) with the computer turned on: Press the eject button on the drive.
Page 99: Toshiba's Online Resources
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.
Page 100: Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling. Toshiba’s energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency.
Page 101: Running The Computer On Battery Power
EasyGuard Optimize—to enable users to customize system settings to be more productive. *Toshiba EasyGuard some of which may or may not be available on a particular Toshiba notebook depending on the model selected. See easyguard.toshiba.com Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet.
Page 102: Power Management
Changes to these settings may result in system performance or stability issues. Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba’s Global Support Centre. “Maintaining your battery” on page 114 ®...
Page 103: Using Additional Batteries
Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Always use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
Page 104: Charging The Rtc Battery
Mobile Computing Charging batteries The battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold. To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to 26 degrees Celsius).
Page 105: Monitoring Main Battery Power
NOTE 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 warning prompts you to reset the real-time clock.
Page 106: Determining Remaining Battery Power
The computer needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capacity and perform its calculations. Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then TOSHIBA Power Saver. ® operating system Standby System Indicator Lights...
Page 107: What To Do When The Main Battery Runs Low
Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. The Power Saver Properties window appears. The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left side of the dialog box. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery’s capacity gradually decreases. A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for as long as a new battery, even when both are fully charged.
Page 108: Setting Battery Alarms
By using them, you can increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into preset Power Profiles. Using one of these profiles lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system performance.
Page 109: Power Profiles
To do this: Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then TOSHIBA Power Saver. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window Select an appropriate profile for your work environment or create your own custom profile.
Page 110: Using A Hot Key To Set The Power Profile
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Using a hot key to set the Power Profile You may use a hot key to set the Power Profile. To set the Power Profile: Press pop-up window. (Sample Image) Power Profile pop-up window While continuing to press desired Power Profile.
Page 111: Removing The Battery From The Computer
TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid losing any data, save your files and then either completely shut down your computer or put it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery. Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: Save your work. Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in Hibernation mode”...
Page 112: Inserting A Charged Battery
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery While continuing to lightly pull on the battery, slide the secondary battery release latch down, or away from the center of the computer and then pull the battery out of the computer. Secondary battery release latch (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective...
Page 113: Taking Care Of Your Battery
If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position. (Sample Illustration) Inserting the battery Turn the computer right side up. Reconnect any cables that were removed in step 3 of “Removing the battery from the computer”...
Page 114: Maintaining Your Battery
If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries.
Page 115: Disposing Of Used Batteries
Please be kind to our shared environment. Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly. If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries...
Page 116: Traveling Tips
❖ 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.
Page 117: Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer’s Features In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the ® Windows operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Page 118: Finding Your Way Around The Desktop
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer’s desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, Taskbar, System tray, and background pattern. Icons Start button (Sample Image) Windows Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon.
Page 119 NOTE If you place the cursor over an icon, a popup description of the file contents appears. Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration. See Windows information on each icon and how to use it. Start button You use the Start button to: ❖...
Page 120: Setting Up For Communications
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet, or use an online service, you need: ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet ❖...
Page 121: Connecting A Modem To A Telephone Line
Send a fax directly from your computer For more detailed information regarding your computer’s modem, visit Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a telephone line. Your computer’s built-in modem port provides an RJ-11 jack, allowing you to connect the modem to a standard voice-grade telephone line.
Page 122: Connecting Your Computer To A Network
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Connect the other end to the RJ-11 wall jack. (Sample Illustration) Connecting to a wall jack NOTE Connect the built-in modem only to ordinary analog phone lines. Never connect the built-in modem to a digital line (ISDN). Never connect the built-in modem to the digital connector on a public telephone or to a digital private branch exchange (PBX).
Page 123 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up the connection To set up an office connection, consult your network administrator for network settings and additional considerations. To set up a dial-up connection, use the New Connection Wizard: Click Start, and then All Programs. Click Accessories, Communications, and click New Connection Wizard.
Page 124: An Overview Of Using The Internet
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet Using Wireless LAN connectivity NOTE Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited. Your system may come with an optional wireless LAN module.
Page 125: The World Wide Web
The World Wide Web The World Wide Web (or “Web”) is a subset of the Internet—a collection of interlinked documents (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP). The World Wide Web offers information as text, images, audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world.
Page 126: Surfing The Internet
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a home page, for example, your ISP’s home page on the Internet or your company’s Web site home page. To visit a desired Web site, type in the Web address.
Page 127: Uploading To, And Downloading Files From The Internet
Uploading to, and downloading files from the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site on the Web to your computer).
Page 128: Using External Speakers Or Headphones
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound file as a waveform. NOTE You can only record 60 seconds at a time. To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. To save the file, click File, and then Save.
Page 129: Using Pc Cards
Using PC Cards TECHNICAL NOTE: For PCMCIA-compatible PC Cards, check the package to make sure they conform to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard (or later). Other cards may work with your computer, but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use. Your notebook computer comes with a PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards that you can install: ❖...
Page 130: Removing A Pc Card
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using PC Cards Removing a PC Card Be sure to disable the PC Card prior to removing it. Otherwise, the system may be damaged. NOTE Before removing a PC Card, make sure that no applications or system services are using the card.
Page 131: Using An Sd™ Card
During installation of the SD card drivers, one or more dialog boxes may appear indicating that the driver is not digitally signed. The message may appear as “Digital Signature not found (About Secure Digital Emulation from Toshiba).” Click Yes to continue. Inserting an SD card To insert an SD card: Turn the SD card so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down.
Page 132: Formatting An Sd Card
Formatting an SD card To format an SD card, use the Toshiba SD Memory Card Format utility. Click on Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click on SD Memory Card Format.
Page 133: Removing An Sd Card
Removing an SD card Prepare the card for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray and then selecting the card or device you want to remove. If the system is unable to prepare the card for safe removal, a message will tell you to try again later.
Page 134: Removing A Module From The Ultra Slimbay
Using the Ultra SlimBay HINT: Items from this list that did not come with your computer can be purchased separately. See the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Removing a module from the Ultra SlimBay NOTE Use caution when lifting or turning your computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to components, such as cables, attached to your computer, or to the computer itself.
Page 135: Inserting A Module Into The Ultra Slimbay
For more information, see the accessories information package that comes with the device or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using an expansion device...
Page 136: Using An Optional Toshiba Express Port Replicator With Your Computer
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using an expansion device Using an Optional Toshiba Express Port Replicator with your computer If you purchase an optional Toshiba Express Port Replicator (not shipped with your system), you can connect this device to your computer’s expansion port. In order to achieve a proper connection, the Toshiba Express Port Replicator must be properly aligned with your computer.
Page 137: Chapter 5: Utilities
❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖...
Page 138: Toshiba Assist
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) ❖ Fingerprint Authentication Utility TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access TOSHIBA Assist, do one of the following: ❖ Double-click the TOSHIBA Assist shortcut icon on the desktop.
Page 139: Connect
Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree™ ❖ Start Bluetooth ❖ Bluetooth ❖ Bluetooth (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Connect tab Connectivity Doctor ® ® Settings ® Local COM Settings Utilities TOSHIBA Assist...
Page 140: Secure
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Secure tab...
Page 141: Protect & Fix
Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Protect & Fix tab Utilities TOSHIBA Assist...
Page 142: Optimize
❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Mobile Extension ❖ TOSHIBA Button Controls ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Optimize tab Fn-esse®...
Page 143: Toshiba Application Installer
TOSHIBA Application Installer The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: Double-click the TOSHIBA Application Installer icon on the Windows Click Next. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Application Installer screen Click the item you want to install.
Page 144: Setting Passwords
When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password—Secures your open programs and files when leaving the computer temporarily.
Page 145 Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access the computer.
Page 146: Using A User Password
Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access the computer.
Page 147: Deleting A User Password
Click OK to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. On the left side, click the Secure tab.
Page 148: Toshiba Pc Diagnostic Tool Utility
Refer to the online Help documentation within the application for additional help. NOTE The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility may show tests for features you do not have. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. To use the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility:...
Page 149: Toshiba Hdd Protection Utility
TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility The TOSHIBA HDD Protection utility controls your computer’s hard disk drive (HDD) protection feature, which parks the HDD whenever motion is detected on the computer. Using this utility, you can enable or disable hard disk drive (HDD) protection, and set the motion detector’s sensitivity level for AC power and battery...
Page 150: Fn-Esse
You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. ® Starting Fn-esse Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Fn-esse, or click the Hotkey Assignment icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist.
Page 151: Toshiba Sd™ Memory Card Format Utility
This utility is used to format SD Adapter slot. To format an SD memory card using this utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then SD Memory Card Format, or click the SD Memory Card icon in the Optimize tab of The TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen appears.
Page 152: Toshiba Sd™ Memory Boot Utility
Be sure to back up your data to external media before performing this procedure as data on the drive may be lost. Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then SD Memory Boot Utility. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen appears.
Page 153: Booting From A Bootable Sd Card
Power on the computer. During the boot process, press the The system displays the Boot menu. Use the arrow keys to select the SD/Floppy icon. Press the TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility “TOSHIBA SD™ Memory for instructions). Enter key. Utilities...
Page 154: Toshiba Power Saver
The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Profile panel on the left of the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window shows the power profiles used to control power usage for both AC power and battery power, as well as the estimated battery life for each power profile mode.
Page 155: Preset Power Profiles
Type the name for your new profile, and then click OK. Customizing a power profile Select the profile to be customized in the Profile panel. Make the desired changes to the settings on the Basic Setup tab and the Setup Action tab. Click Apply, then OK. Utilities TOSHIBA Power Saver...
Page 156: Mouse Utility
To access the Mouse utility: Click Start, Control Panel, Printers and other Hardware, and then Mouse, or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab TOSHIBA The Mouse Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) Mouse Properties screen The settings you can change are divided into these categories: ❖...
Page 157: Toshiba Hardware Setup
To access it: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Assist, or click the TOSHIBA Hardware Setup icon in the Optimize tab of The TOSHIBA Hardware Setup screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Hardware Setup screen – General tab...
Page 158 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ CPU—Allows you to enable or disable CPU frequency switching modes Dynamically Switchable—This mode is the default setting for your computer, and automatically changes the processing frequency and decreases voltage depending on the power source: ❖...
Page 159: Toshiba Zooming Utility
The zoom in and zoom out hot keys will now work with the applications you selected. To zoom in, hold down the down the key and press For more information about how to use the TOSHIBA Zooming utility, right-click the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility “Hot Keys” on page ®...
Page 160: Toshiba Mobile Extension
Utilities TOSHIBA Mobile Extension TOSHIBA Mobile Extension To adjust the settings for the optional Toshiba Express Port Replicator, use the TOSHIBA Mobile Extension utility. To use the TOSHIBA Mobile Extension utility: Click Start, then Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance.
Page 161 Under the Display Change Service tab, you can set the default display configuration you wish to use when docking the system to the optional Toshiba Express Port Replicator. (Sample Image) Display Change Service tab options Utilities TOSHIBA Mobile Extension...
Page 162: Toshiba Button Controls
TOSHIBA Assist button. The TOSHIBA Assist button is located above the keyboard. To access TOSHIBA Button Controls: Click the TOSHIBA Button Control icon in the Optimize tab TOSHIBA The Toshiba Controls Properties window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Button Controls screen Select the button whose function is to be customized.
Page 163: Cd/Dvd Drive Acoustic Silencer
Double-click the icon in the task tray, or click the CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA The CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen appears. Click Set Quiet Mode to make the drive run more slowly and quietly for listening to music or audio files on a CD.
Page 164: Toshiba Accessibility
Utilities TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two keys simultaneously as is usually required. Using Accessibility lets you make the press it once, release it, and then press a function key to activate the hot key function.
Page 165: Trusted Platform Module (Tpm)
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) NOTE This section only applies to systems with TPM. Your Toshiba computer includes the TPM (Trusted Platform Module), which is a security encryption device for your system’s hard disk drive. TPM is already included on your system, but needs to be installed and enabled using the following procedures.
Page 166: Fingerprint Utility Limitations
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.
Page 167: Fingerprint Logon
During fingerprint enrollment, the system displays icons as prompts, notifications, and warnings. These icons and their meanings are as follows: ❖ Reader ready—the reader is waiting to read your fingerprint. Swipe your finger when you are ready. ❖ Reader busy—wait for the reader to complete its operation. ❖...
Page 168: Power-On Security
Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Power-on Security The power-on security feature prevents unauthorized access to your computer when it is turned off by requiring the user to pass fingerprint authentication. If fingerprint authentication fails, the user will not be able to start the computer. When power-on security is enabled, the system asks you to authenticate your fingerprint.
Page 169: Control Center
Fingerprint Management Fingerprints are stored in memory during enrollment. After a fingerprint is enrolled, it is displayed with a power-on button above it. The button appears “pressed in” by default, indicating that the corresponding finger will be used for power-on security. If you do not want to use a fingerprint for power-on security but only for logon, click the Boot button to delete the fingerprint from the fingerprint device memory.
Page 170: Password Bank
Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility ❖ Delete—Deletes all fingerprints for the current user. ❖ Import or Export User Data—Existing fingerprints can be exported to a *.vtp file and imported back to your fingerprint software. The *.vtp file is encrypted and protected by a password that is defined during export.
Page 171 Fingerprint Authentication Utility You enter the required information only once, during Web page or dialog registration. When the window is displayed again, all the data is entered automatically when you scan your fingerprint on the reader. Registered Web pages can also be accessed directly from the Biomenu.
Page 172 Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Replaying a registered Web page or dialog You are logged on to the computer and want to replay a registered Web page. To replay a registration: Swipe your enrolled finger to display the Biomenu. Select Registered Sites. Select a page you want to display and replay, or simply verify your fingerprint if the page is already displayed.
Page 173 Select a registration. Click Delete. How to Delete the Fingerprint Data Fingerprint data is stored in the non-volatile memory. If the computer changes ownership, Toshiba recommends the following procedure: Click Start, All Programs, Protector Suite QL, and then Control Center.
Page 174: Care And Maintenance Of Your Fingerprint Reader
Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Click Settings then Fingerprint Storage Inspector. The Fingerprint Storage Inspector screen is displayed. If other fingerprint data is still displayed on the list, hold down Control selected, then click Remove. Click OK to make the changes permanent. Check that all Fingerprint data was deleted on the Fingerprint Storage Inspector screen.
Page 175: Fingerprint Reader Limitations
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 fingerprint recognition software or utility.
Page 176: Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
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.
Page 177 Select the program you want to close, then click End Task. Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working. If it does not, continue with the next step. Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name, then End Task.
Page 178: Problems When You Turn On The Computer
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery.
Page 179 Try turning the computer on again. If the computer starts normally, the AC adaptor may be defective and will need to be replaced (see the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com). If the AC power light starts flashing, remove the battery, and continue with the steps below.
Page 180: The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working If the trickle-charging does not prove effective, visit the Toshiba Web site at Bulletin Step-Charging the computer’s battery (click the ® Ask Iris Connect the AC adaptor to a different power outlet, preferably in a different room.
Page 181: Internet Problems
The Windows® operating system is not working To open the Startup menu: Restart your computer. Press when your computer starts and before Windows loading. The Windows options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode (with Networking) ❖ Safe Mode (with Command Prompt) ❖...
Page 182: The Windows Operating System Can Help You
Click a problem you would like help with from the listings and follow the on-screen instructions. You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu or by going to pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows and Support to troubleshoot the problem first.
Page 183: Resolving Hardware Conflicts On Your Own
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to work together is to add and set up one device at a time. After you add each device, test it to make sure it and all previously connected devices work.
Page 184: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Resolving conflicts There are several things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer. ❖ Disable the device. For an older device, remove it from the computer. ❖...
Page 185: Memory Problems
Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a device. Properties include the name of the manufacturer, the type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. To check a device’s properties: Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance.
Page 186: Power And The Batteries
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Click Turn Off. The operating system shuts down and turns off the computer automatically. Remove the memory module, following the instructions in “Removing a memory module” on page Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in “Installing a memory module”...
Page 187 After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see your accessories information that shipped with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
Page 188: Keyboard Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. A keypad overlay may be on. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light is on, press light, or If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off, make...
Page 189 HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you through the display options. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor’s power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet.
Page 190: Disk Drive Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Adjust the screen resolution and/or color quality. Click OK. The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work. Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher.
Page 191 NOTE This feature is not available for optical drives. Click the Tools tab. Click the Check now button. The Check Disk All Apps box appears. You can choose one or both options: ❖ Automatically fix file system errors ❖ Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors Click Start.
Page 192: Optical Drive Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The computer displays the If you are starting the computer from a diskette, the diskette in the drive does not have the files necessary to start the computer. Replace it with a bootable diskette. The drive cannot read a diskette.
Page 193: Sound System Problems
Some discs run correctly but others do not. Check the type of disc you are using. The optical drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) formats DVD±R, DVD±RW, and DVD RAM, plus the CD formats CD-Recordable (CD-R) and CD- Rewritable (CD-RW). If the problem is with a data CD or DVD, refer to the software’s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program’s needs.
Page 194 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Card Information Structure When you insert a PC Card into a slot, the computer attempts to determine the type of card and the resources it requires by reading its Card Information Structure (CIS). Sometimes the CIS contains enough information for you to use the card immediately.
Page 195 Click the Device Manager button. Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. Double-click the appropriate PC Card. The operating system displays your PC Card’s Properties dialog box, which contains information about your PC Card configuration and status. The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card.
Page 196: Printer Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected. If the card is attached to an external device, check that the connection is secure. Refer to the card’s documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting section.
Page 197: Modem Problems
The other system may be busy or off line. Try making a test transmission to someone else. For more information regarding your system’s V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking...
Page 198 Verify that the Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is correct—i.e., that it matches the SSID assigned to the access point you are attempting to connect through. SSIDs are case- sensitive. Toshiba provides a Client Manager utility for setting and managing SSIDs. ❖...
Page 199 ❖ Enter IPCONFIG /ALL ❖ The IP address for each active network adapter will be displayed. ❖ Connect your computer directly to your router or broadband modem, by plugging a standard CAT5 Ethernet patch cable (sold separately) into your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the ®...
Page 200: Dvd Operating Problems
“Checking device properties” on page 185 on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title.
Page 201 Jumping video lines appear around the DVD-ROM video window. To change the screen’s display resolution: Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. Click Appearance and Themes, and double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box appears. Click the Settings tab. Next to the words Desktop Area, move the slider to a lower setting, such as 800 x 600 or 640 x 480.
Page 202: Develop Good Computing Habits
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Click and hold the up arrow by the list or move the slide to the top. Click None. Click OK. Develop good computing habits Save your work frequently. You can never predict when your computer will lock, forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes.
Page 203: Data And System Configuration Backup In The Windows Operating System
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows system The Windows for backing up your Windows and other important files. Take advantage of these features to protect yourself from much more difficult and time-consuming restoration procedures, and to safeguard your valuable data from loss.
Page 204 DVDs, or hard drives. An external hard drive is recommended in case the internal hard drive fails. No additional software is required. Most of the CD and DVD drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or ‘burn’) as well as read from CDs.
Page 205 ® A Windows Explorer window will open for the blank CD. This window will be referred to as “the CD window.” Open a second Windows then My Computer. In this second window, browse to the files you wish to back up. Click the down-pointing arrow at the upper-right of the window (to the left of the Go button) to see a list of locations that includes My Documents—a likely location of your data.
Page 206 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Favorites (bookmarks) for Internet Explorer Follow these steps to back up your Favorites for Internet Explorer (ver 5.0 or newer): In Internet Explorer The Import/Export Wizard will appear. Click Next. Click Export Favorites, Next. (To restore the Favorites to the hard disk drive later you would select Import Favorites from this list.) A list of your Favorites folders will appear, with the top-level...
Page 207 ❖ Create a Restore Point (refer to with Restore Points” on page use the System Restore utility to set a Restore Point (see the section titled Restore Points). If anything goes wrong, you will then be able to easily restore the Windows the state it was in prior to the installation, undoing any changes that the installation process introduced.
Page 208: If You Need Further Assistance
Go to the Tech Support Center, select your particular model from the list and go to the Detailed Specifications for that model. For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware- related, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you.
Page 209: Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com...
Page 210 Henares Spain United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm. Germany Toshiba Europe GmbH Leibnizstraße 2 D-93055 Regensburg Germany Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO...
Page 211: Appendix A: Hot Keys
Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer.
Page 212: Password Security
Hot Keys Password security Password security This hot key blanks the display. Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. Using the pointing device or any key will make the display’s content reappear, if no password is set for the current user. With a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security.
Page 213: Maintaining Security When The Battery Is Not Fully Charged
This hot key displays the power profile pop-up window and cycles through the power profiles. (Sample Image) Power profiles The properties of each power profile are set in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility. For more information, see “TOSHIBA Power Saver” on page password screen saver Hot Keys Power profile ®...
Page 214: Standby Mode
Hot Keys Standby mode Standby mode This hot key places the computer into Standby mode. A message box displays by default to confirm that the computer is entering Standby mode. You can choose not to display this message box. (Sample Image) Sample Standby confirmation box For more information about Standby mode, please see “Using and configuring Standby mode”...
Page 215: Display Modes
Display modes This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ (Sample Image) Display options window To use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device.
Page 216: Disabling Or Enabling Wireless Devices
❖ Disabling or enabling the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device This hot key enables/disables the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device. For more information on using the Toshiba Dual Poinging Device, see page (Sample Image) Disable and enable Tohsiba Dual Pointing Device windows Zooming applications in/out This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-out.
Page 217: Keyboard Hot Keys
Keyboard hot keys This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off. This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. This hot key switches screen resolution. [Space bar] Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys...
Page 218: Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved...
Page 219: Computer
Appendix C Using ConfigFree Toshiba Computer NOTE All references to Bluetooth Bluetooth ™ ConfigFree communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks. NOTE For more information on using ConfigFree, see the ConfigFree online Help.
Page 220: Getting Started
Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Networking, and then ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon the desired utility. NOTE If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree icon on the Taskbar is displayed with an “X.”...
Page 221 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started When you start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer desktop. You can then click the appropriate icon on the Launcher to start the desired ConfigFree utilities. SUMMIT ®...
Page 222: Configfree Utilities
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) ConfigFree Launcher coming back into view ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer.
Page 223 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Status of wireless communication switch (on or off) (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device, such as its IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address.
Page 224: Search For Wireless Devices
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities A triangle containing an exclamation point also appears on the Connectivity Doctor screen, and an orange frame describes the relevant location. You can also view the possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking the exclamation point. If multiple triangles display, you can toggle between each of their cause and solution information screens by clicking its exclamation point.
Page 225 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Click Search for Wireless Devices. A virtual map appears with a graphical representation of the wireless devices that have been detected. NOTE Search for Wireless Devices can also be started from the ConfigFree Launcher.
Page 226 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Creating a new wireless connection NOTE This feature is only supported on systems running Windows SP2. To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point: Open the Search for Wireless Devices option from ConfigFree Launcher.
Page 227 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the device. NOTE After the Access Point is set up and added to the connection list, the system displays the Connection screen rather than the Wireless settings screen.
Page 228 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Drag and drop the file directly onto the icon for that Bluetooth device. (Sample Image) Dragging the file to the Bluetooth To be prompted for the device: Drag and drop the file to the Bluetooth ConfigFree Launcher.
Page 229: Profile Settings
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Click Send. NOTE During a file transfer, connecting and disconnecting to the selected device will occur automatically. Disconnecting from a Bluetooth To disconnect from a Bluetooth Place the cursor on top of the connected line. The icon changes to a pair of scissors.
Page 230 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities To create a profile: Click the Move the pointer to Profile. Click Add. The Add Profile screen appears. Select Capture and click OK. The Add Profile screen appears. Enter the name of the profile you want to create.
Page 231: Configfree Summit
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer (Sample Image) Expanded Add Profile screen NOTE The online Help provides real-world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments. After you set up one or more profiles, you can check their settings and fine-tune them as necessary.
Page 232 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Bluetooth ❖ Cross cable (Ethernet or Gbit Ethernet) To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT, click the SUMMIT icon on the ConfigFree Launcher, select the users that you want to attend the SUMMIT meeting, and send them an invitation.
Page 233 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer NOTE Only the SUMMIT Host (the initiator) can share files with multiple users by this method. SUMMIT users can share a file with only one other user. (Sample Image) Sharing a file with one user ❖...
Page 234 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities NOTE Participating users must be connected by LAN, wireless LAN, or Bluetooth SUMMIT from working. Using ConfigFree SUMMIT To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT: Click the Click SUMMIT. Other users appear on the SUMMIT main window.
Page 235: Quick Connect
Direct Link Toshiba Device. Launches ConfigFree SUMMIT Toshiba Wireless Projector The Quick Connect feature switches the Wireless LAN connection to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector. Once the projector utility is installed, launching the Quick Connect utility automatically opens the Wireless Data Projector Application. There you can configure how you would like to use the projector.
Page 236 NOTE Because the wireless LAN’s default connection setting is for Ad Hoc mode, the Toshiba Wireless Projector will not connect if the projector is set to Infrastructure mode. If this occurs, you can change the wireless LAN’s connection setting to Infrastructure mode to match the settings on the projector.
Page 237: Using The Automatic Switch
Toshiba Device submenu. This action switches the computer’s wireless network setting to Ad Hoc mode, and launches the SUMMIT feature. (Sample Image) Using the Direct Link Toshiba Device feature Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered on.
Page 238: Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature NOTE If your computer is connected to multiple wireless LAN devices, the Auto Switch (SSID) feature is disabled. To enable this feature, only one wireless LAN device can be used. Semi-Automatic Switch Feature...
Page 239: Glossary
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. BIOS CD-ROM CD-RW CMOS COM1 COM2 DIMM alternating current basic input/output system bits per second compact disc compact disc read-only memory compact disc rewrite memory...
Page 240 Glossary DSTN DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory EPROM HTML IEEE LPT1 MIDI PCMCIA SCSI disk operating system dots per inch dual supertwist nematic digital versatile (or video) disc enhanced capabilities port erasable programmable read-only memory file allocation table Federal Communications Commission gigabyte hard disk drive...
Page 241 SDRAM SRAM SVGA Terms The following terms may appear in this user’s guide. active-matrix display — A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as a “TFT display,” in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell.
Page 242 Glossary baud rate — The speed at which a communication device, such 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). See also bits per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) —...
Page 243 central processing unit (CPU) — The chip that functions as the “brain” of the computer. It takes information from outside sources, such as memory or keyboard input, processes the information, and sends the results to another device that uses the information. character —...
Page 244 Glossary device — A component attached to the computer. Devices may be external (outside the computer’s case) or internal (inside the computer’s case). Printers, disk drives, and modems are examples of devices. device driver — A program (called a “driver”) that permits a computer to communicate with a device.
Page 245 double-density diskette — A 3.5-inch diskette that can hold up to 720 KB of information (half the capacity of a high-density diskette). See also diskette, high-density diskette. download — (1) In communications, to receive a file from another computer through a modem or network. (2) To send font data from the computer to a printer.
Page 246 — The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernation — A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off. When you turn on the computer again, your work is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off.
Page 247 hot key — (1) A feature in which certain keys in combination with the key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping —...
Page 248 Glossary local area network — See LAN. logical drive — A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive. A system’s logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives.
Page 249 non-system disk — A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer. Compare system disk. online — Available through the computer. Online may refer to information being read from your own computer’s hard disk, such as online documentation or online Help, or to information coming from another company on a company network or the Internet.
Page 250 Glossary port — A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device. processor — See central processing unit (CPU). program — A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility.
Page 251 select — To highlight or otherwise specify text, data, or graphics with the intent to perform some operation on it. serial — Processes that occur one at a time. In communications, it means the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single channel.
Page 252 Glossary Web — See World Wide Web. ® Wi-Fi — A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www) —...
Page 253: Index
46 not charging 186 power profile 213 power profile hot key 110 real-time clock (RTC) 102 removing 111 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 49 start 119 creating 97 playing an audio 96 CD, using 93...
Page 254 Index network connection 122 set up 120 system resources 183 compact disc positioning 95 compact discs handling 95 inserting 94 removing 98 computer caring for 79 cleaning 80 moving 80 non-system disk or disk error message 179 not accessing disk drives 178 running on battery power 101 setting up 42 warning resume failure message...
Page 255 Ethernet LAN port 123 expansion capability 135 expansion memory slot 51 exploring the desktop 117 external monitor not working 190 mouse 68 external diskette drive connecting 70 external display, adjusting 68 FAT (File Allocation Table) 190 file extensions 91 file, backing up 83 files backing up 92 printing 91...
Page 256 Index jack RJ-11 122 keyboard character keys 84 function keys 85 hot keys 217 not working 178 overlay keys 86 troubleshooting 188 using 84 Windows® special keys 85 keyboard, external 68 keyboard, full-size 84 lock computer, using 80 main battery removing 111 memory adding 49...
Page 257 189 checking device properties 185 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 195 computer will not power up 178 contacting Toshiba 208 Index corrupted/damaged data files 191 Device Manager 184 disabling a device 184 disk drive is slow 191...
Page 258 121 television adjusting display 68 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 209 TOSHIBA Assist 138 TOSHIBA Button Controls 162 Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 64 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 157 Toshiba online resources 99 traveling tips 116 troubleshooting...
Page 259 48 turning on the power 48 Ultra SlimBay 133 user password, disabling 147 user password, setting 146 using a file extension 91 using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device 64 Utilities 137 utilities Power Saver 154 video projector...

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Toshiba M9-S5512X User Manual

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features

Chapter 5: Utilities

Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba

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