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Toshiba TECRA M5 Maintenance Manual (398 pages)
Maintenance Manual
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 6.48 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
6
Hardware Overview
4
Troubleshooting Procedures
4
Hardware Overview
11
Table of Contents
13
Appendix H EC/KBC Rewrite Procedures
15
Reliability
15
Figure 1-1 Front of the Computer
20
Figure 1-2 System Unit Configuration
21
Figure 1-3 System Unit Block Diagram
22
Figure 1-4 3.5-Inch FDD (USB External)
28
Inch Floppy Disk Drive (Usb External)
28
Figure 1-5 2.5-Inch HDD
29
Inch Hard Disk Drive
29
Figure 1-6 CD-ROM Drive
32
DVD-Rom Drive
33
CD-R/RW&DVD-ROM Drive Specifications
34
DVD Super Multi Drive Specifications
36
Figure 1-8 LCD Module
39
Tft Color Display
39
FL Inverter Board Specifications
41
Power Supply
42
Table
43
Main Battery
44
Battery Charging Control
45
Table
46
Chapter 1 Hardware Overview
49
Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Procedures
49
Troubleshooting Flowchart
56
Power Supply Troubleshooting
60
Ac Adaptor
62
System Board Troubleshooting
70
Table
81
Usb Fdd Troubleshooting
87
Hdd Troubleshooting
90
Keyboard and Touch Pad Troubleshooting
95
Display Troubleshooting
98
Optical Drive Troubleshooting
100
Modem Troubleshooting
102
Lan Troubleshooting
104
Bluetooth Troubleshooting
105
Wireless Lan Troubleshooting
108
Sound Troubleshooting
111
SD Card Slot Troubleshooting
114
Pci Expresscard Slot Troubleshooting
115
Fingerprint Sensor Troubleshooting
116
Chapter 3 Tests and Diagnostics
125
Table of Contents
127
Table
129
The Diagnostic Test
131
Diagnostics Menu
131
H/W (Hardware) Initial Information Setting Tool
133
Heatrun Test Program
133
Executing the Diagnostic Test
134
Diagnostics Menu (T&D)
134
H/W Initial Information Setting Tool
137
Heatrun Test Program
137
Setting of the Hardware Configuration
138
Heatrun Test
140
Subtest Names
141
Table
142
System Test
143
Memory Test
145
Keyboard Test
146
Display Test
147
Floppy Disk Test
150
Printer Test
152
Async Test
154
Hard Disk Test
155
Real Timer Test
158
NDP Test
160
Expansion Test
161
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Test
163
Error Code and Error Status Names
164
Hard Disk Test Detail Status
167
Only One Test
169
Operations
169
Program Description
169
Head Cleaning
177
Function Description
177
Operations
177
Log Utilities
178
Function Description
178
Operations
179
Running Test
180
Function Description
180
Operations
180
Floppy Disk Drive Utilities
181
Function Description
181
Operations
182
System Configuration
186
Function Description
186
Operations
187
Wireless LAN Test Program (Intel-Made A/B/G)
188
Lan/Modem/Bluetooth/Ieee1394 Test Program
193
LAN Test
193
Modem Test
196
Bluetooth Test
197
IEEE1394 Test
206
Sound Test Program
207
Sound (Standard) Test
207
Sound (Legacy) Test
209
CD Sound (Standard) Test
210
CD Sound (Legacy) Test
212
Setup
213
Function Description
213
Accessing the SETUP Program
215
Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures
231
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Toshiba TECRA M5 User Manual (322 pages)
M5 User's Guide
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 4.56 MB
Table of Contents
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
12
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
13
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
18
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
19
Regulatory Statements
20
Table of Contents
26
Introduction
36
This Guide
37
Safety Icons
38
Other Icons Used
39
Other Documentation
39
Service Options
40
Chapter 1: Getting Started
41
Selecting a Place to Work
41
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
41
Keeping Yourself Comfortable
42
Precautions
42
Important Information on Your Computer's Cooling Fan
45
Setting up Your Computer
45
Setting up Your Software
46
Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
47
Adding External Devices
47
Connecting to a Power Source
48
Using the Main Battery
51
Using the Computer for the First Time
52
Opening the Display Panel
52
Your Computer's Features and Specifications
53
Turning on the Power
53
Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device
54
Using the Touchpad
55
Disabling or Enabling the Dual Pointing Device
56
Adding Memory (Optional)
57
Installing a Memory Module
57
Removing a Memory Module
62
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
65
Creating Recovery Cds/Dvds
65
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using the Recovery Partition
67
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using the Recovery Media
72
Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility
75
Installing Drivers and Applications
76
Connecting an External Keyboard
76
Connecting a Keyboard
76
Making Your External Keyboard Emulate the Fn Key
76
Connecting an External Mouse
77
Connecting a Mouse
77
Connecting a Printer
78
Setting up a Printer
79
Using External Display Devices
80
Connecting the Display Device
80
Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
82
Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
83
Display Limitations
83
Turning off the Computer
84
Options for Turning off the Computer
84
Hibernation Mode
85
Using the Turn off Computer or Shut down Commands
86
Using and Configuring Hibernation Mode
89
Using and Configuring Standby Mode
91
Closing the Display Panel
92
Caring for Your Computer
93
Cleaning the Computer
93
Moving the Computer
93
Using a Computer Lock
93
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
95
Computing Tips
95
Using the Keyboard
97
Character Keys
97
Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
97
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
98
Function Keys
98
Windows ® Special Keys
99
Overlay Keys
99
Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
100
Starting a Program
101
Starting a Program from the Start Menu
102
Starting a Program from Windows Explorer
102
Starting a Program from the Run Dialog Box
103
Saving Your Work
104
File Names
105
Printing Your Work
106
Backing up Your Work
106
Restoring Your Work
107
Using the CD-RW/DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive
107
CD-RW/DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Components
108
Inserting a Compact Disc
109
Playing an Audio CD
111
Playing Cds Using Auto-Run
112
Creating a CD
113
Removing a Disc with the Computer on
114
Removing a Disc with the Computer off
114
Caring for CD or DVD Discs
115
Toshiba's Online Resources
115
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
116
Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
116
Running the Computer on Battery Power
116
Battery Notice
117
Power Management
118
Using Additional Batteries
118
Charging Batteries
119
Charging the Main Battery
119
Charging the RTC Battery
120
Monitoring Main Battery Power
121
Determining Remaining Main Battery Power
123
What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
124
Setting Battery Alarms
125
Conserving Battery Power
125
Power Profiles
126
Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Profile Mode
127
Changing the Main Battery
128
Removing the Battery from the Computer
128
Inserting a Charged Battery
130
Taking Care of Your Battery
131
Safety Precautions
131
Maximizing Battery Life
132
Disposing of Used Batteries
133
Traveling Tips
134
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
135
Exploring the Desktop
135
Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
136
Start Button
137
Setting up for Communications
138
Determining the COM Port
139
Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
140
Connecting Your Computer to a Network
141
Using the Ethernet LAN Port
142
An Overview of Using the Internet
143
The Internet
143
The World Wide Web
144
Internet Service Providers
144
Connecting to the Internet
144
Surfing the Internet
145
Internet Features
145
Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
146
Exploring Audio Features
147
Using External Speakers or Headphones
147
Recording Sounds
148
Connecting an External Microphone
149
Using an Expansion Device
150
Using an Optional Advanced Port Replicator III+ with Your Computer
150
Using the I.link ® Port
151
Using PC Cards
151
Inserting a PC Card
151
Removing a PC Card
152
Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
153
Using an Expresscard
153
Inserting an Expresscard
153
Removing an Expresscard
154
Using an SD® Card
155
Installing SD Card Drivers
155
Inserting an SD Card
155
Formatting an SD Card
156
Using Standby or Hibernate While Using the SD Card
157
Removing an SD Card
157
Using Slim Selectbay Modules
158
Removing a Module from the Slim Selectbay
159
Inserting a Module into the Slim Selectbay
160
Toshiba TECRA M5 User Manual (288 pages)
Portable Personal Computer
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 3.65 MB
Table of Contents
Fcc Information
3
Fcc Conditions
3
Region Selection
5
Type of Service
7
Telephone Company Procedures
7
If Problems Arise
7
Fax Branding
7
Table of Contents
13
Manual Contents
21
Conventions
22
Abbreviations
22
Icons
22
Keys
22
Key Operation
23
Display
23
Messages
23
General Precautions
25
Stress Injury
25
Heat Injury
25
Pressure or Impact Damage
25
PC Card Overheating
26
Mobile Phone
26
Introduction
27
Equipment Checklist
27
Hardware
27
Software
28
Documentation
28
Features
28
Optical Disk Drive
31
Appendix E
35
Special Features
38
Utilities
40
Options
44
Slim Select Bay Options
45
The Grand Tour
47
Front with the Display Closed
47
Left Side
49
Right Side
51
Back Side
52
Underside
53
Front with the Display Open
55
System Indicators
58
Keyboard Indicators
59
USB Floppy Disk Drive
60
Optical Disk Drives
61
Region Codes for DVD Drives and Media
61
Writable Discs
61
Cds
61
Dvds
62
Formats
62
CD-ROM Drive
62
DVD-ROM Drive
62
DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW Drive
63
DVD Super Multi Drive
63
AC Adaptor
64
Getting Started
67
Setting up Your Work Space
67
General Conditions
68
Placement of the Computer
69
Seating and Posture
70
Lighting
71
Work Habits
71
Strategic Rest Breaks
72
Other Things to Note
72
Connecting the AC Adaptor
72
Opening the Display
74
Turning on the Power
75
Starting up for the First Time
76
Turning off the Power
76
Shut down Mode (Boot Mode)
76
Standby Mode
76
Hibernation Mode
78
Starting Hibernation Mode
79
Automatic Hibernation
79
Restarting the Computer
80
Create Optical Recovery Discs
80
Restoring the Preinstalled Software from the Recovery HDD
81
Restoring the Preinstalled Software from
81
Your Creating Recovery Media
81
Operating Basics
83
TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device
83
Using the Touch Pad
83
Using the Accupoint
84
Accupoint Precautions
84
Replacing the Cap
84
Using the Fingerprint Sensor
85
Points to Note about the Fingerprint Sensor
85
How to Delete the Fingerprint Data
86
Points to Note about the Fingerprint Utility
87
Set up Procedure
88
Window Logon Via Fingerprint Authentication
88
Fingerprint Power-On Security
89
Fingerprint Single Sign-On Feature
90
How to Swipe the Finger
91
Using the USB Floppy Disk Drive
92
Connecting USB Floppy Disk Drive
92
Disconnecting USB Floppy Disk Drive
92
Changing Slim Select Bay Modules
93
Removing a Module
93
Inserting a Module
94
Using Optical Disk Drives
94
Loading Discs
95
Removing Discs
97
How to Remove CD/DVD When the Disc Tray will Not Open
98
Writing Cds on DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW Drive
98
Before Writing or Rewriting
99
When Writing or Rewriting
100
Writing CD/Dvds on DVD Super Multi Drive
100
Important Message
101
Legal Footnotes
101
Before Writing or Rewriting
101
When Writing or Rewriting
104
Recordnow! Basic for TOSHIBA
104
Data Verification
105
DLA for TOSHIBA
106
When Using Windvd Creator Platinum
106
How to Make a DVD-Video
107
How to Learn more about Intervideo Windvd Creator
107
Important Information for Use
107
Media Care
109
CD/Dvds
109
Floppy Disks
109
Sound System
110
Volume Control
110
Microphone Level
110
Sigmatel Control Panel
110
TOSHIBA MIC Effect
111
Modem
111
Region Selection
112
Properties Menu
112
Setting
112
Modem Selection
113
Dialing Properties
113
Connecting
113
Disconnecting
114
Wireless Communications
114
Wireless LAN
115
Security
115
Bluetooth Wireless Technology
116
Bluetooth TM Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA
116
Wireless Communication Switch
117
Wireless Communication Indicator
117
Lan
118
LAN Cable Types
118
Connecting LAN Cable
118
Disconnecting LAN Cable
119
Cleaning the Computer
119
Moving the Computer
120
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection
120
Taskbar Icon
121
TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties
122
Details
123
Heat Dispersal
124
The Keyboard
125
Typewriter Keys
125
Function Keys: F1
126
Soft Keys: Fn Key Combinations
126
Emulating Keys on Enhanced Keyboard
126
Hot Keys
127
Fn Sticky Key
130
Windows Special Keys
131
Keypad Overlay
131
Turning on the Overlays
131
Temporarily Using Normal Keyboard (Overlay On)
132
Temporarily Using Overlay (Overlay Off)
132
Temporarily Changing Modes
133
Generating ASCII Characters
133
Power and Power-Up Modes
135
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Toshiba TECRA M5 User Manual (319 pages)
Toshiba Tecra M5: Users Guide
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 4.56 MB
Table of Contents
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Fax Branding
6
Wireless Interoperability
7
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Regulatory Information
9
Device Authorization
13
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
13
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
18
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
19
Regulatory Statements
20
Table of Contents
26
Introduction
35
This Guide
36
Safety Icons
37
Other Icons Used
38
Other Documentation
38
Service Options
39
Chapter 1: Getting Started
40
Selecting a Place to Work
40
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
40
Keeping Yourself Comfortable
41
Precautions
41
Important Information on Your Computer's Cooling Fan
43
Setting up Your Computer
44
Setting up Your Software
45
Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
46
Adding Optional External Devices
46
Connecting to a Power Source
47
Charging the Main Battery
50
Using the Computer for the First Time
51
Opening the Display Panel
51
Your Computer's Features and Specifications
52
Turning on the Power
52
Adding Memory (Optional)
53
Installing a Memory Module
54
Removing a Memory Module
59
Checking Total Memory
62
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
62
Creating Recovery Cds/Dvds
63
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using the Recovery Partition
65
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using the Recovery Media
70
Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility
73
Installing Drivers and Applications
74
Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device
74
Using the Touchpad
75
Disabling or Enabling the Dual Pointing Device
76
Using External Display Devices
77
Connecting the Display Device
77
Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
79
Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
80
Using an External Keyboard
80
Using a Mouse
81
Connecting a Printer
81
Setting up a Printer
82
Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
83
Turning off the Computer
84
Options for Turning off the Computer
84
Standby Mode
86
Using the Turn off Computer or Shut down Commands
87
Using and Configuring Hibernation Mode
89
Using and Configuring Standby Mode
91
Closing the Display Panel
92
Caring for Your Computer
93
Cleaning the Computer
93
Moving the Computer
93
Using a Computer Lock
94
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
95
Computing Tips
95
Using the Keyboard
97
Character Keys
97
Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
97
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
98
Function Keys
98
Windows Special Keys
99
Overlay Keys
99
Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
100
Starting a Program
100
Starting a Program from the Start Menu
101
Starting a Program from Windows Explorer
101
Starting a Program from the Run Dialog Box
102
Saving Your Work
103
Saving Files
104
Printing Your Work
105
Backing up Your Work
106
Restoring Your Work
107
Using the Optical Drive
107
Optical Drive Components
108
Inserting a Disc
109
Playing an Audio CD
111
Playing Optical Media
112
Creating a CD/DVD
113
Removing a Disc with the Computer on
114
Removing a Disc with the Computer off
114
Caring for CD or DVD Discs
115
Toshiba's Online Resources
115
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
116
Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
116
Running the Computer on Battery Power
116
Battery Notice
117
Power Management
118
Using Additional Batteries
118
Charging Batteries
119
Charging the Main Battery
119
Charging the RTC Battery
120
Monitoring Main Battery Power
121
Determining Remaining Battery Power
123
What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
124
Setting Battery Alarms
124
Conserving Battery Power
125
Power Profiles
126
Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Profile
127
Changing the Main Battery
128
Removing the Battery from the Computer
128
Inserting a Charged Battery
130
Taking Care of Your Battery
131
Safety Precautions
131
Maximizing Battery Life
132
Disposing of Used Batteries
134
Traveling Tips
135
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
136
Exploring the Desktop
136
Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
137
Setting up for Communications
139
Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
141
Connecting Your Computer to a Network
143
An Overview of Using the Internet
145
The Internet
146
The World Wide Web
146
Internet Service Providers
146
Connecting to the Internet
147
Surfing the Internet
148
Internet Features
148
Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
149
Exploring Audio Features
149
Recording Sounds
149
Using a Microphone
150
Using External Speakers or Headphones
151
Using PC Cards
152
Inserting a PC Card
152
Removing a PC Card
153
Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
154
Using an Expresscard
154
Inserting an Expresscard
154
Removing an Expresscard
155
Using an SD™ Card
156
Installing SD Card Drivers
156
Inserting an SD Card
156
Formatting an SD Card
157
Using Standby or Hibernate While Using the SD Card
158
Removing an SD Card
158
Using Slim Selectbay Modules
159
Selectbay
160
Inserting a Module into the Slim Selectbay
161
Using the I.link ® Port
161
Using an Expansion Device
162
Using an Optional Advanced Port Replicator III Plus with Your Computer
162
Toshiba TECRA M5 Maintenance Manual (398 pages)
Personal Computer
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 3.73 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
6
Appendix A Handling the LCD Module
11
Appendix B Board Layout
17
Appendix C Pin Assignments
25
Appendix D Keyboard Scan/Character Codes
55
Appendix E Key Layout
63
Appendix F Wiring Diagrams
65
Appendix G BIOS Rewrite Procedures
67
Appendix H EC/KBC Rewrite Procedures
69
Appendix I Reliability
71
Chapter 1 Hardware Overview
81
Features
85
System Unit Block Diagram
92
Inch Floppy Disk Drive (USB External)
98
Inch Hard Disk Drive
99
CD-ROM Drive
102
DVD-ROM Drive
103
CD-R/RW&DVD-ROM Drive
104
DVD-Super Multi Drive
106
Keyboard
108
TFT Color Display
109
Power Supply
112
Batteries
114
Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Procedures
119
Troubleshooting
125
Troubleshooting Flowchart
126
Power Supply Troubleshooting
130
System Board Troubleshooting
140
USB FDD Troubleshooting
157
HDD Troubleshooting
160
Keyboard and Touch Pad Troubleshooting
165
Display Troubleshooting
168
Optical Drive Troubleshooting
170
Modem Troubleshooting
172
LAN Troubleshooting
174
Bluetooth Troubleshooting
175
Wireless LAN Troubleshooting
178
Sound Troubleshooting
181
SD Card Slot Troubleshooting
184
PCI Express Card Slot Troubleshooting
185
Fingerprint Sensor Troubleshooting
186
Table of Contents
197
The Diagnostic Test
201
Diagnostics Menu
201
H/W (Hardware) Initial Information Setting Tool
203
Heatrun Test Program
203
Executing the Diagnostic Test
204
Diagnostics Menu (T&D)
204
H/W Initial Information Setting Tool
207
Heatrun Test Program
207
Setting of the Hardware Configuration
208
Heatrun Test
210
Subtest Names
211
System Test
213
Memory Test
215
Keyboard Test
216
Display Test
217
Floppy Disk Test
220
Printer Test
222
Async Test
224
Hard Disk Test
225
Real Timer Test
228
NDP Test
230
Expansion Test
231
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Test
233
Error Code and Error Status Names
234
Hard Disk Test Detail Status
237
Only One Test
239
Program Description
239
Operations
239
Head Cleaning
247
Function Description
247
Operations
247
Log Utilities
248
Function Description
248
Operations
249
Running Test
250
Function Description
250
Operations
250
Floppy Disk Drive Utilities
251
Function Description
251
Operations
252
System Configuration
256
Function Description
256
Operations
257
Wireless LAN Test Program (Intel-Made A/B/G)
258
Lan/Modem/Bluetooth/Ieee1394 Test Program
263
LAN Test
263
Modem Test
266
Bluetooth Test
267
IEEE1394 Test
276
Sound Test Program
277
Sound (Standard) Test
277
Sound (Legacy) Test
279
CD Sound (Standard) Test
280
CD Sound (Legacy) Test
282
Setup
283
Function Description
283
Accessing the SETUP Program
285
Replacement Procedures
301
Toshiba TECRA M5 User Manual (244 pages)
M5-S4332 User's Guide
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 4.19 MB
Table of Contents
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Wireless Lan and Your Health
7
Regulatory Information
8
Device Authorization
11
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
12
Wireless Lan Card
17
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
18
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
19
Regulatory Statements
20
Table of Contents
26
Introduction
34
This Guide
35
Safety Icons
36
Other Icons Used
36
Other Documentation
37
Service Options
37
Chapter 1: Getting Started
38
Selecting a Place to Work
38
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
38
Keeping Yourself Comfortable
39
Precautions
39
Important Information on Your Computer's Cooling Fan
40
Setting up Your Computer
41
Setting up Your Software
41
Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
42
Adding Optional External Devices
42
Connecting to a Power Source
43
Charging the Main Battery
45
Using the Computer for the First Time
46
Opening the Display Panel
46
Your Computer's Features and Specifications
47
Turning on the Power
47
Adding Memory (Optional)
48
Installing a Memory Module
49
Removing a Memory Module
54
Checking Total Memory
55
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
56
Creating Recovery Cds/Dvds
56
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options
58
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using the Recovery Media
62
Installing Drivers and Applications
63
Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device
63
Using the Touchpad
64
Scrolling with the Touchpad
64
Control Buttons
65
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
65
Using External Display Devices
65
Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
66
Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
67
Using an External Keyboard
67
Using a Mouse
67
Connecting a Printer
67
Setting up a Printer
68
Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
69
Turning off the Computer
69
Options for Turning off the Computer
70
Using the Shut down Command
72
Using and Configuring Hibernation Mode
74
Using and Configuring Sleep Mode
76
Closing the Display Panel
79
Customizing Your Computer's Settings
79
Caring for Your Computer
79
Cleaning the Computer
79
Moving the Computer
79
Using a Computer Lock
80
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
81
Computing Tips
81
Using the Keyboard
83
Character Keys
83
Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
83
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
84
Function Keys
84
Special Windows ® Keys
84
Overlay Keys
85
Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
85
Starting a Program
86
Starting a Program from the Start Menu
86
Starting a Program from Windows
87
Explorer
87
Starting a Program Using the Start Search Field
88
Saving Your Work
88
Printing Your Work
90
Backing up Your Work
91
Restoring Your Work
91
Using the Optical Drive
91
Optical Drive Components
92
Inserting a Compact Disc
93
Playing an Audio CD
94
Playing Optical Media
95
Creating a CD/DVD
96
Removing a Disc with the Computer on
96
Removing a Disc with the Computer off
97
Caring for CD or DVD Discs
97
Toshiba's Online Resources
97
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
98
Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
98
Running the Computer on Battery Power
99
Battery Notice
99
Power Management
100
Using Additional Batteries
101
Charging Batteries
101
Charging the Main Battery
101
Charging the RTC Battery
102
Monitoring Main Battery Power
103
Determining Remaining Battery Power
104
What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
105
Setting Battery Notification
105
Conserving Battery Power
106
Power Plans
107
Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Plan
108
Changing the Main Battery
109
Removing the Battery from the Computer
109
Inserting a Charged Battery
111
Taking Care of Your Battery
112
Safety Precautions
112
Maintaining Your Battery
113
Disposing of Used Batteries
114
Traveling Tips
115
Toshiba TECRA M5 User Manual (240 pages)
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Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 3.57 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Preface
9
Manual Contents
9
General Precautions
13
Chapter 1 Introduction
15
Equipment Checklist
15
Features
17
Optical Disk Drive
19
Toshiba Dual Pointing Device
21
Special Features
24
Utilities
26
Options
30
Slim Select Bay Options
31
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
33
Front with the Display Closed
33
Left Side
34
Right Side
36
Back Side
37
Underside
38
Link Indicator
38
Lan Active Indicator
38
Front with the Display Open
40
System Indicators
43
Keyboard Indicators
44
USB Floppy Disk Drive (Optional)
45
Optical Disk Drives
46
DVD Super Multi Drive
47
AC Adaptor
48
Chapter 3 Getting Started
49
Setting up Your Work Space
49
General Conditions
50
Placement of the Computer
51
Seating and Posture
52
Work Habits
53
Connecting the AC Adaptor
54
Opening the Display
56
Turning on the Power
57
Starting up for the First Time
57
Turning off the Power
58
Standby Mode
58
Hibernation Mode
60
Restarting the Computer
61
Restoring the Preinstalled Software
62
Chapter 4 Operating Basics
63
TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device
63
Using the Accupoint
64
Accupoint Precautions
64
Replacing the Cap
64
Using the Fingerprint Sensor
65
How to Delete the Fingerprint Data
66
Points to Note about the Fingerprint Utility
67
Set up Procedure
68
Fingerprint Registration
68
Window Logon Via Fingerprint Authentication
69
How to Enable Fingerprint Power-On Security Settings
70
How to Enable Fingerprint Single Sign-On Feature
70
Fingerprint Utility Limitations
71
How to Swipe the Finger
71
Using the USB Floppy Disk Drive (Optional)
72
Changing Slim Select Bay Modules
73
Using Optical Disk Drives
74
Loading Discs
75
Removing Discs
76
Writing Cds on DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW Drive
78
When Writing or Rewriting
79
Writing CD/Dvds on DVD Super Multi Drive
80
Before Writing or Rewriting
81
Data Verification
85
Dla for Toshiba
85
When Using Windvd Creator Platinum
85
How to Learn more about Intervideo Windvd Creator
86
Important Information for Use
86
Media Care
88
Floppy Disks
88
Sound System
89
Sigmatel Control Panel
90
Audio Power Management
90
Toshiba MIC Effect
90
Modem
91
Region Selection
91
Properties Menu
92
Modem Selection
92
Dialing Properties
92
Wireless Communications
94
Bluetooth Wireless Technology
95
Worldwide Operation
95
Radio Links
95
Product Support
96
Wireless Communication Switch
96
Lan
97
Wireless Communication Indicator
97
Lan Cable Types
97
Connecting Lan Cable
98
Disconnecting Lan Cable
98
Cleaning the Computer
99
Moving the Computer
99
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection
100
Toshiba Hdd Protection Properties
101
Hdd Protection
101
Heat Dispersal
102
Chapter 5 The Keyboard
103
Typewriter Keys
103
Function Keys: F1
104
Soft Keys: Fn Key Combinations
104
Hot Keys
105
Fn Sticky Key
108
Windows Special Keys
109
Keypad Overlay
109
Numeric Mode
110
Generating ASCII Characters
111
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Vibration Test
9
On the Move
13
How to Cut Costs
15
The World
22
Toshiba TECRA M5 Specifications (2 pages)
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