Toshiba LX800- Manual

7 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 authorization to use the device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment. Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Blu...

9 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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. HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or regi...

10 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Contents Introduction................................................................................ 16 This guide ...............................................................18Safety icons ............................................................19 Other icons used ....

11 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Adding optional external devices.............................29Adding memory (optional) ......................................30 Installing a memory module .............................30Removing a memory module ............................35Checking total memory .....

12 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys .........................................65Function keys ....................................................65Special Windows ® keys ...................................65 Touch screen .............................................................

14 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong.................................... 109 Problems that are easy to fix ................................109Problems when you turn on the computer ............110The Windows ® operating system is not working ..111 Using Startup option...

16 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, multimedia computing. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR ® qualified. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR ® logo on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is a par...

18 Introduction This guide 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to perform tasks in Windows ® 7. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the tab...

19 Introduction Safety icons 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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 ser...

20 Introduction Other documentation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Your computer’s features and specifications Certain computer chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series. Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all...

21 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...

22 Getting Started ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use. You should ...

23 Getting Started Setting up your computer programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus. You need a special program to check for viruses. 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...

24 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet. Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug di...

26 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. Adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your computer. Yo...

28 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Turning on the power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure the power is properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives and slots are empty. Press and release the power button. The ON/OFF light glows white. (Sample Illustration)...

29 Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up y...

30 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com . Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’s popular applications. You may w...

35 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 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 Sleep mode). In this condition, observe...

37 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 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 outle...

38 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive From time to time, Windows ® will display a pop-up that says, “Do you want to allow the following program to make changes to this computer?” This is a security feature to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer without yo...

42 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next to begin the recovery. When the recovery process is complete, a message displays indicating that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Click Finish to restart the computer. Recovering of factory default software with us...

48 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the drive and all information stored in those partitions. Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery. For more...

50 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Use the on-screen arrow buttons in The size of drive C: field to set the partition size. 8 Click Next . A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery process. Be sure to save your work to extern...

52 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 5 Click the Create button in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility dialog box. 6 Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the copy process. If you are copying the recovery files to DVDs, be sure to label each DVD in the set sequentially (...

54 Getting Started Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Erasing the internal storage drive will delete all data on the drive, including the partitions. Be sure to create recovery media and back up your data to external media before erasing the internal storage drive....

56 Getting Started Checking the internal storage drive operating status Checking the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your internal storage drive, you can check its status as follows: 1 Click Start button and, in the Search field, type Computer Management . In the list that ap...

57 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: Using the HDMI™ In port Your computer comes with an HDMI™ In port...

58 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. Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details. You may also wish to custom...

59 Getting Started Caring for your computer Using a computer lock 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 . (Sam...

60 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 usin...

61 Learning the Basics Using the wireless mouse ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to check and optimize disk space and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you receive via external media, email, or download from t...

62 Learning the Basics Using the wireless mouse Replacing the batteries Batteries are required to power the wireless mouse. The battery light glows red when the battery power is low. To replace the batteries: 1 Save your work and turn the mouse upside down. (Sample Illustration) Mouse underside 2 Sl...

63 Learning the Basics Using the wireless keyboard Using the wireless keyboard Your computer comes with a wireless keyboard. The wireless receiver comes installed on your computer. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Replacing the batteries Batteries are required to power the wireless keyboard. The batte...

64 Learning the Basics Using the wireless keyboard 6 Slide the keyboard ON/OFF switch to the ON position. If a battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and...

65 Learning the Basics Touch screen Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl , Fn , and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using. For more information, see your program documentation. Function keys The function keys (not to be confused w...

66 Learning the Basics 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 the Start menu or Windows ® Explorer. If you prefer to open the program first, you have thr...

67 Learning the Basics Saving your work Starting a program from the Start menu When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the Windows ® WordPad program as ...

68 Learning the Basics Backing up your work Backing up your work Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer. You can back up your files to different types of media such as CDs, DVDs, external storage media, or to a network, if available. To back up several files at o...

69 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Using the optical disc drive Optical storage is a popular medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs or Blu-ray™ Discs provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that were not available on previous video...

70 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive ❖ If you want to use the internal speakers, click on the Speakers tab and click Set Default . ❖ Use the arrow keys on your keyboard to navigate within the Blu-ray Disc™ player console. Use of a mouse is not supported within the Blu-ray Disc™ player...

72 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Handle DVDs, Blu-ray™ Discs and CDs carefully, making contact only with the center hole and edge. Do not touch the surface of the disc. Do not stack discs. If you incorrectly handle the discs, you could lose data. 8 Make sure the disc is completely...

73 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive Recording optical media Depending on the configuration, your computer may come with an optical disc drive that allows you to: ❖ Play pre-recorded and recorded optical media. ❖ Read/write data and multi-media files to recordable optical media. For m...

74 Learning the Basics Toshiba’s online resources Removing a disc with the computer off To remove a disc with the computer turned off: 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive. Never use a pencil to pres...

75 Chapter 3 Computing 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. Many of these energy-saving features have ...

76 Computing Charging the RTC battery Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store your computer’s configuration settings. When fully charged, it maintains this information for up to a...

77 Computing Power Plans The Windows ® Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Windows ® Power Options window 2 Select an appropriate plan for your work environment or create your own custom plan. 3 Click Create a power plan in the left pane to set up a new plan. To edit a plan or to edit advan...

78 Computing Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan This computer is equipped with the TOSHIBA eco power plan. Operating the computer with this power plan enabled reduces electrical power consumption by slightly lowering system performance. For example, when this power pla...

79 Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer’s Features In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows ® operating system. You can use its features to start programs, find docume...

80 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, notification area, and background pattern. (Sample Image) Windows ® operating system desktop Icons An icon represe...

82 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Taskbar Each time you open a program, a button associated with that program appears on the taskbar. With some programs, a button appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open. You can use these buttons to quickly switc...

83 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator. To enable or disable wireless communication, press F12 . For more information see “Hot Keys/TOS...

84 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features Using a microphone 1 If you want to use an external microphone, connect it to the computer. 2 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type Sound Recorder . In the list that appears above, click on your selection. (Sample Image) ...

85 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Web Camera To adjust the volume: ❖ For external speakers, use the volume controls on each speaker. ❖ For headphones, use the computer’s volume control. Using the Web Camera (Available on certain models.) Your computer may come with a built-in Web Camer...

86 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Memory card reader Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place. (Sample Il...

87 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Memory card reader Removing memory media 1 Prepare the card for removal by clicking on the Show hidden icons button ( ), if necessary, in the notification area and then selecting the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon. If the system is unable ...

88 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Toshiba remote control Toshiba remote control (Available on certain models.) Your computer may have shipped with a remote control. You can use your Toshiba remote control to play music and videos, to view pictures, and to watch television programs using the Wind...

89 Chapter 5 Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. These utilities are described in this ...

90 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA eco Utility™ ❖ TOSHIBA Service Station ❖ TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 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, click the...

91 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Connect The feature available in this category is Bluetooth ® Settings. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Connect tab Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window – Secure tab

93 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup (Hardware Settings) ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Sleep Utility ❖ TOSHIBA eco Utility™ (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Ass...

94 Utilities 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: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, t...

95 Utilities Setting passwords Setting passwords Setting a password lets you walk away from your computer while providing additional protection for your files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. TOSHIBA supports several types of passwords...

96 Utilities Setting passwords To set a supervisor password: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist . In the list that appears above, click on your selection. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the Supervisor Password ...

97 Utilities Setting passwords 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. The Supervisor Password tab of the TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 4 Click Not Registered . A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 5 Enter the password, then click OK . 6 Click OK to exit. 7 Restart the system to c...

98 Utilities TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered . 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the user password. TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility Your computer may come with the TOSHIBA Face Recognition ...

99 Utilities TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility This utility can help diagnose problems with devices in your computer. Refer to the online Help documentation within the application for additional help. The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility may show tests for featu...

100 Utilities Mouse Utility Mouse Utility The Mouse utility allows you to change your pointing device or mouse settings. To access the Mouse utility: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type Mouse . In the list that appears above, click on your selection, or click the Mouse icon in th...

101 Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool available through the Windows ® operating system. To access it: ❖ Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type HWSetup . In the list that appears above, click on y...

102 Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility ❖ Password —This tab allows you to set a user password ❖ Display —This tab allows you to select the internal LCD and/or external monitor when the computer boots up. ❖ Keyboard —This tab allows you to set conditions for the keyboard. ❖ USB —This tab allows you to s...

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

105 Utilities TOSHIBA Button Support TOSHIBA Button Support TOSHIBA Button Support allows you to customize the eco button. This button is located on the system control panel directly above the keyboard. To access TOSHIBA Button Support: 1 Click the TOSHIBA Button Support icon in the Optimize tab of ...

106 Utilities TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn key to 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 Fn key a s...

107 Utilities TOSHIBA eco Utility™ TOSHIBA eco Utility™ The TOSHIBA 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 TOSHIBA eco Utility™, do one of the following: ❖ Click the Start button ...

108 Utilities TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as power consumption, the cooling system and the 3D Accelerometer (available on certain models). It alerts users to specific system conditions via ...

109 Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your computer are relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may require help from your network administrator or the manufacturer of the software program. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself...

110 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer 3 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. 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the pr...

111 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows ® operating system is not working The Windows ® operating system is not working Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine, you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctl...

112 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows ® operating system is not working ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows ® Normally When you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows ® displays information about each option at the bottom after Description . See your Windows ® docum...

113 If Something Goes Wrong Fixing a problem with Device Manager ❖ Click one of the options listed in the window and then follow the on-screen instructions. You can connect to Support Online by clicking the Ask button and then clicking Microsoft Customer Support or by going to Toshiba support at sup...

114 If Something Goes Wrong Memory problems Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be hardware or even software related. It is worthwhile checking for these first: 1 Click Start , and then click the Shut down button in the lower-right corner of t...

115 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems To capture a print screen of the entire screen, press the Fn + PRTSC key. To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. If, while typing, strange things happen or nothing happen...

116 If Something Goes Wrong Disk or storage drive problems Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer. 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) a...

117 If Something Goes Wrong Optical disc drive problems 7 Click Start . 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. Run Disk Defragmenter. To do this, click Start , Al...

118 If Something Goes Wrong Optical disc drive problems You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out. Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on. The optical disc drive eject mechanism requires power to operate. Make sure a program is not accessing ...

119 If Something Goes Wrong Sound system problems Blu-ray Disc™ player Technology. Compatibility and/or performance issues are possible. Certain interactive features may not be supported due to compatibility, network settings or other conditions. Advanced Access Content System (AACS) keys are integr...

120 If Something Goes Wrong Printer problems The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. Make sure you have connected the microphone to the microphone jack and the speakers to the headphone jack. Adjust the volume control. Printer problems...

121 If Something Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems Wireless networking problems 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 adv...

122 If Something Goes Wrong DVD and Blu-ray Disc™ operating problems 3 Enter IPCONFIG /ALL and press Enter . 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 se...

123 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 6 See “Checking device properties” on page 113 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical disc drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical disc drives and their operation. A blank screen app...

124 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits ❖ Connect your computer to the office network and copy files to your network partition. Some people use a combination of these methods, backing up all files to tape weekly and copying critical files to external media on a daily basis. If you ...

127 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits ❖ Back up your critical data (see “Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows ® operating system” on page 126 ). ❖ Have your back up DVD(s) on hand in case you need any files from them. ❖ Do not guess - follow directions ca...

128 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits if necessary. For more information, see “Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge” on page 103 . ❖ Try selecting a different charging mode in the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility, if your computer provides more than one charging mode. For more informatio...

129 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance If you need further assistance If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and are still having problems, you may need additional technical assistance. Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program yo...

130 If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Toshiba’s worldwide offices For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm . Australia Toshiba (Australia) Pty. Limited84-92 Talavera RoadNorth Ryde NSW 2113SydneyAustralia Canada Toshi...

131 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Appendix A Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot keys and TOSHIBA Cards provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are used to set or modify the following system functions: ❖ Help ❖ Display Brightness ❖ Internet ...

132 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Using the Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are normally hidden from view. The Cards appear when you press the hot key associated with the desired function. Hot keys are keys that turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legen...

133 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Display brightness This hot key decreases the screen brightness. This hot key increases the screen brightness. Selecting this Card or pressing either hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Display brightness Move the ...

134 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Internet and Media Control Buttons This hot key launches the default browser. This hot key launches the Windows Media ® Player. Skip Back Play / Pause Skip Forward Volume Down Volume Up

135 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Volume Mute or This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the foll...

136 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Disabling or enabling wireless devices or This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices installed in your computer. The wireless modes are: ❖ Wi-Fi ® enabled—Enables just the Wi-Fi ® module. Selecting th...

138 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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. USA UL approved Canada CSA approved United King...

139 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. AC Alternating Current BIOS Basic Input/Output System BD-ROM Blu-ray Disc Read-Only Memory bps bits per second CD Compact Disc C...

Glossary 141 ROM Read-Only Memory RTC Real-Time Clock SD Secure Digital SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SSD Solid State Drive TFT Thin Film Transistor USB Universal Serial Bus URL Uniform Resource Locator WAN Wide Area Network www World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in...

154 Index A AC adaptor 24 AC power 75 accessing network 83 adding memory check total memory 37 memory (optional) 30 optional external devices 29 adequate ventilation cooling fan 23 audio features 83 B backing up files 60 , 68 battery charging the real-time clock (RTC) 76 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardw...