Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S Users Manual Canada; English
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- Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 1
User's Manual PORTÉGÉ M780 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 2
xxi Stress injury xxi Heat injury xxii Pressure or impact damage xxii ExpressCard overheating xxii Mobile phones xxii Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort xxii Chapter 1 Getting Started Equipment checklist 1-1 Getting Started 1-3 System Recovery Options 1-12 System Recovery - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 3
Devices 4-1 Using the Tablet mode 4-9 Using the Fingerprint Sensor 4-17 TOSHIBA Button Support 4-23 Web Camera 4-24 Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition 4-26 Changing Ultra Slim 5-6 Generating ASCII characters 5-7 Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes Power conditions 6-1 User's Manual iii - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 4
7-1 HW Setup window 7-1 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 8-1 Hardware and system checklist 8-3 TOSHIBA support 8-26 Appendix A Specifications Physical Dimensions H Legal Footnotes Non-applicable Icons H-1 CPU H-1 Memory (Main System H-2 Battery Life H-3 User's Manual iv - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 5
PORTÉGÉ M780 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity H-3 LCD H-3 Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU H-3 Wireless LAN H-4 USB Sleep and Charge H-4 Copy Protection H-4 Glossary Index User's Manual v - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 6
civil damages or criminal action. Please comply with copyright laws in making any reproduction from this manual. Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA PORTÉGÉ M780 Portable Personal Computer at - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 7
trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual. FCC information FCC notice "Declaration of Conformity Information" This equipment has , if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 8
Interference-Causng Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du Règlement sur le matériel brouileur du Canada. User's Manual viii - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 9
on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. each network, please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details. The hookflash (timed break register recall) function User's Manual ix - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 10
If more than two redial attempts are made, the modem will return Black Listed. If you are experiencing problems with the Black Listed code, set the interval between redials at one minute or longer. Japan's Telecommunications line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C. User's Manual x - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 11
give you notice in writing to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. If problems arise If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it sending messages. Use only No. 26AWG or larger modular cable. User's Manual xi - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 12
PORTÉGÉ M780 Instructions for IC compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be authority, or electrician, as appropriate. 2. The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment's Ringer Equivalence - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 13
requires suitable software in addition to a modem. ■ This equipment shall not be used in any manner which could constitute a nuisance to other Telecom customers. User's Manual xiii - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 14
compliance with Telecom Specifications: a/ There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and b/ The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of one attempt and the - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 15
may prepare any number of Telepermit labels subject to the general instructions on format, size and color on the attached sheet. The Telepermit displayed on the product at all times as proof to purchasers and service personnel that the product is able to be legitimately connected to the Manual xv - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 16
city office or the shop where you purchased the product. The symbols may not stick depending on the country and region where you purchased. User's Manual xvi - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 17
21 of Code of Federal Regulations by the United States of America, Department of Health & Human Services, Food and Drug Administration. In other countries, the drive is certified to comply with the requirement the model. Manufacturer Type Panasonic UJ862 Panasonic UJ892 User's Manual xvii - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 18
manual tells how to set up and begin using your PORTÉGÉ M780 computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting Chapter 1, Getting Started for step-by-step instructions on setting up your computer. If you - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 19
face you see to the left. Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention. Each type of message is A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment. Please read. A note - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 20
the " Windows® 7. " button in HDD or Hard disk drive Some models are equipped with a "Solid State Drive (SSD)" instead of a hard disk drive. In this manual, the word "HDD" or "Hard disk drive" also refers to the SSD unless otherwise stated. User - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 21
change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ■ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ■ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Stress injury Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 22
has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can become hot. ■ The surface of the computer and a mobile phone that is in use. Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort All important information on the safe and proper use - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 23
Started This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic information to start using your computer. Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre-installed by TOSHIBA. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 24
Getting Started Documentation ■ PORTÉGÉ M780 Series User Information Guide ■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort ■ End User License Agreement If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately. Software The following Windows - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 25
Getting Started Getting Started ■ All users should be sure to read the section Starting up for the first time. ■ Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for information on the safe and proper use of this computer. It is intended to help you be more comfortable and - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 26
the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User's Manual. Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise to heat damage. Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 27
the computer 3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet - the Battery and DC IN indicators on the front of the computer should glow. User's Manual 1-5 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 28
use the other hand to slowly open or close the display panel (Do not use excessive force when opening or closing the display panel). User's Manual 1-6 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 29
up for the first time The Windows 7 Startup Screen will be the first screen displayed when you turn on the power. Follow the on-screen instructions on each screen in order to properly install the operating system. When it is displayed, be sure to read the Software License Terms carefully. User - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 30
system to reactivate and run pre-programmed tasks or preserve unsaved data, which could interfere with aviation or other systems, possibly causing serious injury. User's Manual 1-8 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 31
. Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options (to access it, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Security -> Power Options). User's Manual 1-9 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 32
contents of memory to the hard disk drive. However, for safety sake, it is best to save your data manually. ■ Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Hibernate feature. ■ Allows the use of the panel power off feature. User's Manual 1-10 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 33
Restart from the menu. ■ Press CTRL, ALT and DEL simultaneously (once) to display the menu window, then select Restart from the Shut down options. User's Manual 1-11 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 34
diagnostics or restore the system. See the Windows Help and Support content for more information about Startup Repair. The System Recovery Options can also be run manually to repair problems. The procedure is as follows. Follow the instructions shown on the onscreen menu. 1. Turn off the computer - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 35
with the optical disc drive installed into your computer. You should therefore verify the optical disc drive supports the blank disc you have chosen before proceeding. ■ The USB Flash Memory will be formatted and ■ Insert the USB Flash Memory into one available USB port User's Manual 1-13 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 36
This partition stores files which can be used to restore pre-installed software in the event of a problem. If you subsequently set up your hard disk drive again, do not change, delete or add 3. A menu will be displayed from which you should follow the on-screen instructions. User's Manual 1-14 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 37
the Boot Priority section in Chapter 7, HW Setup for further information. 4. A menu will be displayed from which you should follow the on-screen instructions. When drivers/utilities are installed, you can setup the respective drivers/utilities from the following place. To open the setup files, Click - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 38
6 1. System indicators 2. Wireless communication switch 4. Microphone jack 5. Headphone jack 3. i.LINK (IEEE1394) port 6. Volume control dial Figure 2-1 Front of the computer with display panel closed User's Manual 2-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 39
Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation, possibly resulting in serious injury. Follow the instruction of your medical device when using any Wi-Fi or Bluetooth or Wireless WAN functionality. ■ Always increase the volume and to the left to decrease the volume. User's Manual 2-2 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 40
clips, out of the USB connectors. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. User's Manual 2-3 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 41
/microSD Card, Memory Stick (PRO/PRO Duo), xD picture card and MultiMediaCard. Refer to the Optional devices section in Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options. User's Manual 2-4 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 42
Kit II or Ultra Slim Bay HDD Adaptor II can be installed in the Ultra Slim Bay, which supports Serial ATA (SATA) interface. Some models are equipped with an Ultra Slim Bay DVD Super Multi (Double or hardware damage. The following figure shows the computer's back. 1 3 6 5 2 User's Manual 4 2-5 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 43
can cause damage to the computer. This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX) is connected to a LAN and the LAN is functioning properly. User's Manual 2-6 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 44
(lock position) 12. Ultra Slim Bay lock screw (unlock position) 6. Battery release latch 7. Battery lock 13. Reserve Pen Figure 2-5 The underside of the computer User's Manual 2-7 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 45
not connected. For more detailed information on the use and operation of the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes. User's Manual 2-8 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 46
the display panel open. In order to open the display, lift the display panel up and position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you. User's Manual 2-9 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 47
LAN antennas and Wireless WAN antennas (Not shown) 21. Bluetooth antenna (Not shown) Figure 2-6 The front of the computer with the display panel open User's Manual 2-10 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 48
pressed for more than a second. Windows Security tablet button This button functions the same as the Ctrl + Alt + Del keys to show Menu window. User's Manual 2-11 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 49
buttons located below the Touch Pad allow you to select menu items or manipulate text and graphics as designated by the on-screen pointer. User's Manual 2-12 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 50
section explains indicator functions. System indicators The LED system indicators for specific computer operations glow when those operations are in progress. Figure 2-7 System indicators User's Manual 2-13 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 51
disk drive, optical disc drive or eSATA device. The Bridge media slot indicator glows green when the computer is accessing the Bridge media slot. User's Manual 2-14 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 52
Numeric Mode indicator glows, the keypad overlay allows you to enter numbers. 2 3 1 1. CAPS LOCK indicator 3. Numeric Mode indicator 2. Arrow Mode indicator Figure 2-8 Keyboard indicators User's Manual 2-15 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 53
, Middle East 3 Southeast Asia, East Asia 4 Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America, South America, Caribbean 5 Russia, Indian Subcontinent, Africa, North Korea, Mongolia 6 China User's Manual 2-16 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 54
can be recorded more than once. Formats The drive supports the following formats. Ultra Slim Bay DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit II The drive supports the formats CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, ) DVD+R write 8 speed (maximum) DVD+R (Double Layer) write 4 speed (maximum) User's Manual 2-17 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 55
refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for further information. Figure 2-9 The AC adaptor (2-pin plug) Figure 2-10 The AC adaptor (3-pin plug) User's Manual 2-18 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 56
or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor. User's Manual 2-19 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 57
Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utilities -> PC Diagnostic Tool. Legal Footnote (CPU) For more information on the CPU, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H. User's Manual 3-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 58
approximately 3 GB only. Legal Footnote (Memory (Main System)) For more information regarding Memory (Main System), please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H. User's Manual 3-2 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 59
part of the hard disk or Solid state drive's overall capacity is reserved as administration space. Additional HDD/SSD drive sizes may be introduced. User's Manual 3-3 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 60
Hardware, Utilities and Options ■ In this manual, the word "HDD" or "Hard disk drive" also refers DVD-RAM media cannot be read from or written to. Display The computer's internal display panel supports high-resolution video graphics and can be set to a wide range of viewing angles for maximum - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 61
the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H. Sound Sound system The integrated sound system provides support for the computer's internal speakers and microphone, as allowing an external microphone and headphones refer to the Web Camera section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics. User's Manual 3-5 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 62
data and fax communications that support the V.90 (V.92) supported in the USA, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany and Australia - only the V.90 standard is supported . The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits supports HSPA and provides faster communications than previous - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 63
Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time. This can be specified in the Power Options. User's Manual 3-7 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 64
caused by head-to-disk contact. Refer to the Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for more details. User's Manual 3-8 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 65
Basics. Legal Footnote (USB Sleep and Charge) For more information regarding USB Sleep and Charge, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix I. User's Manual 3-9 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 66
the features of more various power supply managements. TOSHIBA Button Support This utility controls the following computer button functions. ■ on the Windows Desktop, or the zoom factor associated with specific supported applications. TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 67
to the way you work with the computer and the peripherals you use. The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides support to movement impaired users when they need to use the TOSHIBA Hot-key functions. In use, the shaking the computer vertically or horizontally, or by tilting it. User's Manual 3-11 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 68
utilities that come with the computer and details how to start them. For further information on their operation, please refer to each utility's online manual, help files or README.TXT file. TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER This software is provided for playback of DVD Video. For more information, please refer - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 69
and network connections, help in the identification of communication problems and allow the creation of profiles if you need the Echo Canceller and the Microphone Array fuctions. For more instructions for this software, refer to the Sound System section in -> eco Utility. User's Manual 3-13 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 70
Utilities and Options TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility TOSHIBA HDD/SSD Alert TOSHIBA Service Station You can create CD's and DVD's in a number of formats including audio To access this utility, click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utilities -> Service Station. User's Manual 3-14 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 71
to either enable or disable the USB Sleep and Charge function. Shows the positions of USB ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function and displays the battery's remaining capacity. To start this utility, click in order to use TPM. To enable TPM through the BIOS setup: User's Manual 3-15 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 72
Kit (Serial-ATA) ■ Ultra Slim Bay HDD Adaptor II ■ External monitor ■ USB FDD Kit ■ eSATA ■ i.LINK (IEEE1394) ■ TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator Other ■ Security lock User's Manual 3-16 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 73
by TOSHIBA or another vendor, can be installed. The slot supports hot plug connection and utilizes the PCI Express interface that supports the reading and writing of data at a theoretical maximum rate ExpressCard in order to eject the ExpressCard partially out of the computer. User's Manual 3-17 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 74
the slot or you may not be able to remove it. Memory cards may be damaged if you use any memory media other than those supported. User's Manual 3-18 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 75
is not possible to guarantee that all memory media will operate properly. ■ The slot does not support Magic Gate functions. Secure Digital (SD) Card microSD card adaptor and microSD card Memory Stick xD is different, so pay careful attention to the logo when purchasing. User's Manual 3-19 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 76
the card into the slot. ■ Do not leave a card partially inserted in the slot. Press the card until you hear it click into place. User's Manual 3-20 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 77
is in progress. For more details on using memory cards, see manuals accompanying the cards. About the write-protect The following memory media have to record data. Inserting a memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. To insert a memory media, follow the - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 78
copied - doing so may cause data to be lost. Removing a memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. To remove a memory media, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Open /microSD Card while leaving the adaptor in the Bridge Media slot. User's Manual 3-22 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 79
the incompatible module(s). Use an adequate screwdriver to remove and fasten the screws - the use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads. User's Manual 3-23 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 80
keyboard brace. 7. Remove two screws securing the keyboard. Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver. 2 1 1. Screws 2. Keyboard brace Figure 3-6 Removing the keyboard brace and two screws User's Manual 3-24 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 81
disconnect this cable. 1 1. Keyboard Figure 3-7 Rotate the keyboard 9. Remove the two screws and take off the memory module cover. Use a point size 1 Phillips screwdriver. User's Manual 3-25 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 82
at about a 45 degree angle before holding it down until the latches on either side snap into place. 1 1. Slot A Figure 3-9 Installing the memory module User's Manual 3-26 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 83
touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems. ■ The memory module cover will be hot after using the computer for long periods of time. Exercise caution was pulled out while you were removing the keyboard. User's Manual 3-27 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 84
Turning off the power section in Chapter 1, Getting Started if required). 2. Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer. User's Manual 3-28 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 85
the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 1 1. Latches Figure 3-12 Removing the memory module 7. Rotate the keyboard back into place and Power and Power-Up Modes, for details. 9. Turn your computer over. User's Manual 3-29 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 86
insert the module into the slot at about a 45 degree angle before holding it down until the latches on either side snap into place. User's Manual 3-30 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 87
the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems. Align the grooves along the edges of the memory module with the locking tabs on the connector and to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed. 1 2 User's Manual 3-31 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 88
touch any of them. ■ Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems. User's Manual 3-32 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 89
to the computer. 3. Close the display panel. Always make sure the display panel is closed in Laptop mode before turning the computer upside down. User's Manual 3-33 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 90
clips, to enter the computer. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause computer damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. User's Manual 3-34 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 91
when you remove/install the hard disk drive pack. ■ Do not pull the connector cables when you remove/install the hard disk drive pack. User's Manual 3-35 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 92
Hardware, Utilities and Options 2 1 a 1 3 b 1 3 c 1. Hard disk drive pack 2. Plastic tab 3. Connector Figure 3-18 Removing the hard disk drive pack User's Manual 3-36 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 93
drive pack 4. Seat the cover and press down until the latches click into place. 5. Secure the cover with two screws. 6. Turn your computer over. User's Manual 3-37 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 94
forward to ensure a firm connection. Tuck the Plastic tab underneath the hard disk drive. 1 1. Hard disk drive Figure 3-21 Inserting the hard disk drive User's Manual 3-38 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 95
as required. 1 2 1. Monitor cable 2. External monitor port Figure 3-23 Connecting the monitor cable to the external monitor port 3. Turn the external monitor's power on. User's Manual 3-39 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 96
. Make sure the connector is properly aligned with the socket. Do not try to force the connection, doing so can damage the connecting pins. User's Manual 3-40 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 97
floppy diskette drive device that you want to remove. 4. Carefully pull the floppy diskette drive's USB connector out from within the computer's USB port. User's Manual 3-41 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 98
ten seconds for it to be recognized by the computer. Do not attempt to disconnect and reconnect the drive before this period has elapsed. User's Manual 3-42 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 99
be dropped. ■ Make sure data transfer has ended or turn off the computer, before you: ■ Connect/disconnect an i.LINK device to/from the computer. User's Manual 3-43 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 100
been tested. Therefore, compatibility with all i.LINK devices cannot be guaranteed. ■ Some devices might not support sleep or automatic off functions. ■ Do not connect or disconnect an i.LINK device while it is Refer also to the documentation that came with your i.LINK device. User's Manual 3-44 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 101
Port Replicator's Slide Adjuster to SLIDE position #4 when connecting this computer to the TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator. Refer to the TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator User's Manual for more details on connection methods. User - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 102
object. The methods used for attaching security cables differ from product to product. Please refer to the instructions for the product you are using for more information. Connecting the security lock In order to connect a to remove the need to always carry the adaptor with you. User's Manual 3-46 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 103
Ultra Slim Bay HDD Adaptor II. Ultra Slim Bay DVD Refer to the Hardware section for details. Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit II User's Manual 3-47 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 104
and touch screen model: The Touch pointer is provided as a supplementary tool for operations which are difficult to carry out only using your finger. User's Manual 4-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 105
(s) you want to move, leave your finger on the Touch Pad after the second tap and then move the item(s) to their new destination. User's Manual 4-2 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 106
. Provides the same function as clicking the right Touch Pad control button. Provides the same function as clicking the left Touch Pad control button. User's Manual 4-3 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 107
). ■ You can change the Tablet PC Pen setting and the Touch pointer setting, using the Pen and Input Device. ■ TOSHIBA is not liable for any problems arising on the products due to the use of the Tablet PC Pen in an environment where the above conditions are not satisfied or because - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 108
the Tablet PC Pen Pen actions You can use the Tablet PC Pen to enter data, start programs, move objects and execute other actions. User's Manual 4-5 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 109
the refills delivered with the Tablet PC Pen. When these refills have run out, you can purchase a new pen set from a TOSHIBA authorized dealer. User's Manual 4-6 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 110
point shown by the arrow using an object with a thin tip. 2 1 1. Reserve Pen case slot 2. Reserve Pen case Figure 4-6 Removing the Reserve Pen case User's Manual 4-7 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 111
up from the Reserve Pen case by its end. 1 2 1. Reserve Pen case 2. Reserve Pen Figure 4-8 Removing the Reserve Pen from the Reserve Pen case User's Manual 4-8 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 112
This section explains Tablet mode functions and use. Operating the computer in Tablet mode When operating the computer in Tablet mode, follow the instructions below. Figure 4-10 Operating the computer in Tablet mode (using a Tablet PC Pen) ■ Hold the computer firmly on your forearm. Do not block - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 113
. ■ Only touch one location at a time when operating using your finger. If you touch multiple locations simultaneously, the input will not be correctly interpreted. User's Manual 4-10 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 114
you continue to expose your skin to the hot air expelled from the vent for a long time, your skin might suffer low temperature injury. User's Manual 4-11 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 115
Basics Changing to the Tablet mode To change from Laptop mode to the Tablet mode, follow the instructions below. 1. Open the display panel to the upright position. When rotating the display panel, be Turn the display panel to the direction indicated by the Laptop mode icon. User's Manual 4-12 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 116
the computer to cease to function correctly. Figure 4-13 Changing to the Tablet mode (2) 3. Close the display panel slowly with display surface facing upwards. User's Manual Figure 4-14 Changing to the Tablet mode (3) 4-13 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 117
can be changed to one of the following four display modes: Primary landscape Secondary landscape Primary portrait Secondary portrait Figure 4-15 Four display modes User's Manual 4-14 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 118
orientation using Taskbar 1. Click Start and open Control Panel. 2. Select Hardware and Sound. 3. Open Tablet PC Settings. 4. Click Go to Orientation in Display tab. User's Manual 4-15 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 119
to stop such messages from displaying. It is safer if you hold the computer with both hands horizontally as shown in the below example. User's Manual The computer is shaken horizontally. The computer is shaken perpendicularly. Figure 4-16 Shake the computer 4-16 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 120
on the sensor. The following illustrations show the recommended way to swipe your finger over the fingerprint sensor. 1. Sensor 1 Figure 4-17 Swipe the finger User's Manual 1 4-17 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 121
is swiped too quickly or too slowly - follow any on-screen instructions to adjust the speed used during the swipe process. Points to note result in damage to the sensor, sensor failure, fingerprint recognition problems or a lower fingerprint recognition success rate. ■ Do not . User's Manual 4-18 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 122
are unable to register their fingerprints due to insufficient unique characteristics in their fingerprints. ■ The recognition success rate may differ from user to user. User's Manual 4-19 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 123
-> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utilities -> TOSHIBA Fingerprint Utility, or double click the utility icon in the Task Bar. 2. Swipe your finger across the fingerprint sensor. User's Manual 4-20 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 124
any of the enrolled fingers and swipe the fingerprint on the sensor. If authentication is successful, the user will be logged on to Windows. User's Manual 4-21 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 125
to register the User Password. ■ If you fail fingerprint authentication more than five times, you must enter the User Password or Supervisor Password manually to start the computer. ■ When swiping, please do it slowly and at a constant speed. If this does not improve the authentication rate, please - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 126
the TOSHIBA Button Support utility. To open TOSHIBA Button Support, please follow Assist window. In the OPTIMIZE tab page, click TOSHIBA Button Support. ■ Hold the FN key and the Flash Cards bar will the TOSHIBA Button Support icon ( ). The TOSHIBA Button Support dialog box will appear. Follow - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 127
transmission of video and use of video chat via the internet using specialized applications. The effective pixel count for this web camera is 1.3 million. User's Manual 4-24 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 128
drive and may interfere with smooth recording. ■ When recording in dimly lit environments, select "Night Mode" which allows for brighter images with less noise. . User's Manual 4-25 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 129
, NETWORK SYSTEMS OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF. User's Manual 4-26 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 130
, click the Skip button in the Registration screen. 3. Click Next to start the guide. Follow the guide to practice. ■ Click Back to practice the guide once more. 4. Click the Next button to start image-capturing process. Adjust the image of your face to be displayed on the left. User's Manual 4-27 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 131
, you will be returned to the Select Tiles screen. 6. The Windows Welcome screen will be displayed, and will be logged in automatically to Windows. User's Manual 4-28 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 132
to the computer. 4. Close the display panel. Always make sure the display panel is closed in Laptop mode before turning the computer upside down. User's Manual 4-29 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 133
computer as shown below and press until the Ultra Slim Bay latch clicks. 2. Remove the Ultra Slim Bay lock screw from the Unlock position. User's Manual 4-30 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 134
Bay latch to the unlock position. 2. Grasp the Ultra Slim Bay DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit II unit and slide it out. User's Manual 4-31 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 135
Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit II unit Figure 4-22 Inserting the Ultra Slim Bay DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit II unit User's Manual 4-32 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 136
gently and pull until it is fully opened. 1 2 1. Eject button 2. Disc tray Figure 4-23 Pressing the eject button and pulling the disc tray open User's Manual 4-33 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 137
/DVD until you feel it click into place. The CD/DVD should lie below the top of the spindle, flush with the spindle base. User's Manual 4-34 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 138
open. 2. The CD/DVD extends slightly over the sides of the disc tray so you can grasp it. Gently lift out the CD/DVD. User's Manual Figure 4-26 Removing a CD/DVD 4-35 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 139
open the disc tray by inserting a slender object (about 15 mm) such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole near the eject button. User's Manual 4-36 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 140
Operating Basics 1 1. Eject hole Figure 4-27 Manual release with the eject hole Turn off the power Writable discs, Chapter 2 for details about the types of writable CD and DVD discs that can be supported by this computer. ■ Do not turn off the power to the optical disc drive while the computer - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 141
supported by the Ultra Slim Bay DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit II, please read and follow all of the setup and operating instructions experience unexpected writing or rewriting errors due to disc quality or problems with hardware devices. In view of this, it is good practice Manual 4-38 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 142
dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may be noted - ensure that you check all discs for dirt or damage before you use them. User's Manual 4-39 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 143
hard disk utilities, including those that are intended to enhance hard disk drive access speeds, as they may cause unstable operation and damage data. User's Manual 4-40 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 144
Creator Please be aware of the following limitations when you use the TOSHIBA Disc Creator: ■ DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator. User's Manual 4-41 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 145
2000, you will need Service Pack 2. In addition to this, some DVD-ROM and DVD-ROM / CD-R/RW drives cannot read this added data regardless of the operating system. ■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator does not support recording to DVD-RAM discs data written to a CD-RW, DVD-RW or DVD+RW disc. User's Manual 4-42 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 146
DVD Video during times when there is no recording prescheduled. ■ The resume function cannot be used with some discs on the "TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER". User's Manual 4-43 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 147
screen resolution while running the "TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER". TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER ■ "TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER" software is supported for playback of DVDVideo and DVD-VR. ■ The "TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER" does not have a parental close the "TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER" to use the Print Screen function. User's Manual 4-44 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 148
Display Area using the Control window's Top Menu or Menu buttons, touch pad and mouse menu operations may not be able to be used. User's Manual 4-45 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 149
Operating Basics Open TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER HELP TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER features and instructions are also explained in detail in "TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Help". Use the following procedure to open "TOSHIBA DVD in this instance the label could come loose and damage the floppy diskette drive. User's Manual 4-46 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 150
increase or decrease the microphone volume level. If you feel the microphone volume level is inadequate, move the Microphone Boost slider to a higher level. User's Manual 4-47 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 151
speakers or the headphone sound is coming from the right direction. Default Format You can change the sample rate and bit depth of sound. User's Manual 4-48 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 152
functions cannot be used in models which are not equipped with a modem. This information is applicable to the models equipped with a built-in modem. User's Manual 4-49 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 153
the icon with the primary (left) mouse button to display a list of regions that the modem supports, together with a sub-menu which details telephony location information - a check mark will appear next to box will be displayed automatically after you have selected a region. User's Manual 4-50 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 154
damage. 1. Plug the end of the modular cable into the computer's modem jack. 2. Plug the other end of the modular cable into a telephone jack. User's Manual 4-51 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 155
disk drive connected to a 16-bit PC Card, you might experience the following problems with the operation of the modem: ■ The modem speed is slow or the computer. Wireless communications The computer's wireless communication function supports both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices. Only some models - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 156
waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation, possibly resulting in serious injury. Follow the instruction of your medical device when using any Wi-Fi or Bluetooth or Wireless WAN functionality. ■ transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed. User's Manual 4-53 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 157
security: ■ Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible to falsify the origin of a message. ■ Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy. User's Manual 4-54 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 158
you cannot use on this Bluetooth Stack. 2. Multi-user considerations: On Windows 7, the use of Bluetooth is not supported in a multi-user environment. This means that, when you use Bluetooth, other users that are logged into the to turn it on and to the left to turn it off. User's Manual 4-55 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 159
-> Network adapters and right click the wireless device then choose enable. The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, per second, 10BASE-T), you can connect with a CAT3 or higher cable. User's Manual 4-56 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 160
, the LAN Active indicator glows orange. When the computer is connected to a LAN hub but is not exchanging data, the Link indicator glows green. User's Manual 4-57 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 161
handling and maintenance. Cleaning the computer To help ensure long, trouble-free operation, keep the computer free of dust and dirt, in these circumstance you should get the computer inspected by an authorized service provider in order to assess the scope of any damage. ■ Clean User's Manual 4-58 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 162
the computer to impact or shock - a failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to computer, computer failure or loss of data will not be damaged. ■ The secondary hard disk drive is not supported by the TOSHIBA HDD protection function. ■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection cannot be Manual 4-59 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 163
head is un-parked the disk will begin to rotate again. The 3D Viewer can be started from the icon in the task tray. User's Manual 4-60 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 164
the USB Sleep and Charge function is enabled or disabled and shows the positions of USB ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function. It also displays the remaining battery capacity. USB Sleep and external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players. User's Manual 4-61 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 165
in your bag. Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility To start the utility, click Start-> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utilities -> USB Sleep and Charge. User's Manual 4-62 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 166
clear the "USB Sleep and Charge" check box and stop using this function. *1. Some computers may not support all modes. Battery Settings This utility can be used to specify the lower limit of remaining battery life for - in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost. User's Manual 4-63 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 167
have special computer functions. Never remove the key caps on your keyboard. Doing so could cause damage to the parts under the key caps. User's Manual 5-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 168
following keys to simulate functions similar to those of keys on the 104/105 key enhanced keyboard which are not on this computer's keyboard. User's Manual 5-2 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 169
+ F1 enters ''Lock computer mode''. To restore your desktop, you need to log on again. Power Plan: Pressing FN + F2 changes the power settings. User's Manual 5-3 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 170
dialog box will appear. Touch Pad: Pressing FN + F9 enables or disables the Touch Pad function. Zoom: Pressing FN + Space changes the display resolution. User's Manual 5-4 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 171
): Pressing FN + 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (enlarge): Pressing FN + 2 enlarges the icon size on the desktop or key has the same function as the secondary (right) mouse button. User's Manual 5-5 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 172
are able to access numeric characters by using the keys. You are able to press FN + F11 again to turn off this overlay function. User's Manual Figure 5-2 The numeric keypad overlay 5-6 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 173
the overlay keys, type the ASCII code of the character you require. 3. Release ALT + FN - the ASCII character will appear on the display screen. User's Manual 5-7 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 174
) • No charge • LED: Battery green DC IN green • Quick charge*1 • LED: Battery orange DC IN green • No charge • LED: Battery off DC IN green User's Manual 6-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 175
orange DC IN off Main battery charge is exhausted Computer shuts down *3 No main battery installed • No operation *4 • LED: Battery off DC IN off User's Manual 6-2 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 176
battery is installed. When batteries are charged, the main battery is charged first. When it is fully charged, the Slice Expansion Battery is charged. User's Manual 6-3 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 177
should be noted: Green Flashing orange No light Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and is correctly supplying power to the computer. Indicates a problem with the power supply. You should initially try plugging the AC adaptor into another power outlet - if it still does not operate properly - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 178
, the contents of memory will be saved to the hard disk drive, although for safety sake, it is best to also save your data manually. Slice Expansion Battery The Slice Expansion Battery can be purchased separately as an optional accessory. For detailed information on this battery, refer to Connecting - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 179
screen appears. Please refer to Chapter 8 Troubleshooting for further information. The RTC battery does not Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative. The battery can explode if not properly - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 180
devices for example, the battery might scarcely charge at all during operation. Please refer to the section Maximizing battery operating time, for further information. User's Manual 6-7 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 181
will be noted that an often used, older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged. User's Manual 6-8 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 182
State and Retention Time about 4 days (Sleep Mode) about 40 days (Boot Mode) about 3 days (Sleep Mode) about 35 days (Boot Mode) 30 days User's Manual 6-9 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 183
while holding the computer or the battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the battery release latch and cause injuries. User's Manual 6-10 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 184
Figure 6-1 Releasing the battery pack (1) 6. Slide and hold the battery release latch (1) to disengage the battery pack and then remove it from the computer (2). 1 2 User's Manual 6-11 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 185
through the following steps. Connecting the Slice Expansion Battery To connect the Slice Expansion Battery to the computer, follow the steps as detailed below: User's Manual 6-12 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 186
the computer. 1 2 3 1. Latches 2. Tab 3. Docking port Figure 6-4 Seating the Slice Expansion Battery 5. Close the latches to secure the Slice Expansion Battery to the computer. 1 User's Manual 6-13 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 187
in Laptop mode before turning the computer upside down. 5. Open the release latches in the direction of the arrows. 1 1. Latches Figure 6-6 Releasing the latches User's Manual 6-14 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 188
enter it when you start the computer. Check "Set the same string simultaneously as the HDD User Password" when setting the HDD User Password. User's Manual 6-15 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 189
data may not be correctly reflected. For more information on shutting down or restarting the computer, refer to Turning on the power in Chapter 1. User's Manual 6-16 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 190
mode. Refer to Tablet mode section in this chapter. ■ Enter the password manually. The password is necessary only if the computer was Shutdown and Hibernation in It is not needed in Sleep Mode and Restart. To enter a password manually, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Turn on the power as - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 191
FN + F3 hot key to enter Sleep Mode or FN + F4 to enter Hibernation Mode - please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard for further details. User's Manual 6-18 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 192
this function is only available for Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode, not for Boot Mode. If the panel power off function is enabled, and you manually shut down Windows, do not close the display panel until the shut down process has been completed. System Auto Off This feature turns the system - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 193
closes the HW Setup window. Cancel Closes the window without accepting your changes. Apply Accepts all your changes without closing the HW Setup window. User's Manual 7-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 194
computer. The Boot Priority Options setting window will be displayed as shown below. Click the up and down arrow buttons to adjust the priority. User's Manual 7-2 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 195
you want and press ENTER. If a Supervisor Password has been set, manual boot device selection functions may be restricted. The boot device selection methods to the current and available settings in HW Setup. USB Memory BIOS Support Type This option allows you to set the type of the USB memory - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 196
on LAN This feature lets the computer's power be turned on from shutdown when it receives a wake-up packet (Magic packet) from the LAN. User's Manual 7-4 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 197
The battery retention time will be shorter than the times listed in this manual when this function is enabled. Refer to the section in chapter 6, Retaining mouse legacy emulation so that, even if your operating system does not support USB devices, you can still use a standard USB mouse and keyboard - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 198
work with maximum performance. (Default) Battery life Let HDD/SSD work with battery life mode. If this setting is selected, this caused performance down. User's Manual 7-6 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 199
the questions and procedures described in this chapter are meant only as a guide, they are not definitive problem solving techniques. In reality many problems can be solved simply, but a few may require help from your reseller, dealer or service provider - if you find you need to consult others, be - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 200
Troubleshooting ■ Before you attach an your problems to your reseller, dealer or service provider. In addition, if a problem recurs, the log you have made will help to identify the problem faster. Analyzing the problem Sometimes to your reseller, dealer or service provider. User's Manual 8-2 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 201
Troubleshooting Software Hardware The problems may be caused by your software or disk. If you cannot load a software package, the media drive ■ Modem ■ ExpressCard ■ LAN ■ SD/SDHC Card ■ Wireless LAN ■ Memory Stick ■ Bluetooth ■ xD picture card ■ Recovery Media User's Manual 8-3 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 202
Troubleshooting System start-up When the computer does not start properly, check the you cannot resolve a problem after following them, the cause may lie with another power related resource - in such an instance you should contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. Overheating power down - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 203
Troubleshooting problem with the heat dispersal and its DC IN indicator system - you should contact your reseller, dealer is flashing green or service provider. AC power If you have trouble your reseller, dealer or service provider. Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery, you should - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 204
Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Battery doesn't charge If the at the end of its operating life, you should speak to your reseller, dealer or service provider. Battery doesn't power If you frequently recharge a partially charged the computer as long in the Power Options. User's Manual 8-6 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 205
Troubleshooting Real Time Clock Problem Procedure The following message The charge in the Real Time Clock (RTC) battery is Displayed on the has run out - of each key). If you are still unable to use the keyboard, you should contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. User's Manual 8-7 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 206
quality LCD screen cleaner. In this latter instance you should always follow the instructions with the screen cleaner and always ensure you let the display panel dry properly before closing it. Problems above remain You should initially refer to the documentation unresolved or other supplied - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 207
Troubleshooting Display Power catalog for the configuration details of the model that you have purchased. Hard disk drive Problem Procedure Computer does not boot Check to see whether that is a floppy diskette in there is a problem with any of the operating system files or settings. User - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 208
Troubleshooting Problem to resolve the problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. Ultra Slim Bay DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit II For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics. Problem problem. Make sure the hardware configuration - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 209
Troubleshooting Check the type of CD/DVD you are using. The drive supports Hardware, Utilities and Options. Problem Procedure Drive does not operate may be causing a problem - ensure that these problem. If you are still unable to resolve the problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 210
Troubleshooting Problem problem persists problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. SD/SDHC Card For further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options. Problem If the problem persists, then problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 211
Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Memory Stick/Memory Stick PRO/Memory Stick PRO Duo error occurs Remove the Memory Stick/Memory Stick PRO/Memory Stick PRO Duo from the computer and then reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected. If the problem persists, then you should refer to the - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 212
Troubleshooting Problem Procedure MultiMediaCard error occurs Remove the MultiMediaCard from the computer and then reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected. If the problem unable to resolve the problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. Pointing device Manual 8-14 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 213
Troubleshooting Problem The mouse pointer moves too setting screen. If you are still unable to resolve the problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. USB mouse Problem Procedure On-screen pointer does In this instance the system ensure it is firmly attached. User's Manual 8-15 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 214
Troubleshooting Problem Double-clicking does not work The mouse mouse for instructions on how to clean it. If you are still unable to resolve the problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. Fingerprint Sensor Problem Reading of may differ from user to user. User's Manual 8-16 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 215
does not support USB, you are still able to use a USB mouse and/or USB keyboard by setting the USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation option within the TOSHIBA HW Setup utility to Enabled. If you are still unable to resolve the problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. User's Manual 8-17 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 216
Troubleshooting USB Sleep and Charge function Problem I cannot use the USB Sleep and Charge function. Procedure USB Sleep and Charge function may be disabled. Select the "Enable is turned off. Connect the AC adaptor to the computer or disable the USB Sleep and Charge function. User's Manual 8-18 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 217
Troubleshooting Problem Procedure External not work. enabled, the "USB WakeUp" function does not work for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function. In that case, use an USB port that does to resolve the problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. User's Manual 8-19 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 218
Troubleshooting Additional memory module Please also refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options, for further information on installing and removing memory modules. Problem are still unable to resolve the problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. An error will occur if - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 219
is properly working. For further information, please refer to "Troubleshooting in Windows" section of Windows Help and Support. Annoying sound is heard In this instance you may be If you are still unable to resolve the problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. User's Manual 8-21 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 220
Troubleshooting External monitor Please also refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options, and to the documentation supplied with your monitor for further information. Problem are still unable to resolve the problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. User's Manual 8-22 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 221
Troubleshooting i.LINK (IEEE1394) device Problem Procedure i.LINK device does not Make sure the cable is securely connected to the function computer and to is Ensure that the communication application's quickly replaced by NO error control feature is set correctly. CARRIER User's Manual 8-23 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 222
Troubleshooting Problem still unable to resolve the problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. LAN Problem Procedure Cannot access LAN Check wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics. Problem Procedure Cannot access Wireless LAN Make sure the computer's - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 223
Troubleshooting Bluetooth For further information on Bluetooth wireless communication, please refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics. Problem problem, contact your reseller, dealer or service provider. Recovery Media Problem the instructions in Restoring support for assistance. User's Manual 8-25 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 224
a problem occurs when you are running software applications, consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions and consider calling the software company's technical support department Systems, Benelux B.V. Rivium Boulevard 41 2909 LK Capelle a/d IJssel User's Manual 8-26 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 225
Troubleshooting Outside of Europe In Europe Singapore TOSHIBA Singapore Pte. Ltd. 438B Alexandra Road #06-01 Alexandra Technopark DR Gopal Das Geschäftsbereich, Deutschland- Bhawan Barakhamba Road, Delhi- Österreich Hammfelddamm 8, D- 110001, India 41460 Neuss, Germany User's Manual 8-27 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 226
Conditions Operating Non-operating Ambient temperature Relative humidity 5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F) 20% to 80% (noncondensing) -20°C (-4°F) to 65°C (149°F) 10% to 90% (noncondensing) User's Manual A-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 227
-T-Rec (Former CCITT) Bell Fax ITU-T-Rec (Former CCITT) V.21/V.22/V.22bis/V.32/V.32 bis/V.34/V.90 103/212A V.17/V.29/V.27ter/V.21 ch2 User's Manual A-2 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 228
bps -10 dBm -10 to -40 dBm 600 ohms ±30% MNP class 4 and ITU-T V.42 MNP class 5 and ITU-T V.42bis +3.3V (supplied by computer) User's Manual A-3 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 229
any one time. Therefore, software written for a given video mode will run on any computer that supports that mode. Video mode Video mode settings are configured via the Screen Resolution dialog. To open the properly. Disabling Windows Aero™ may aslo help correct this issue. User's Manual B-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 230
Alliance. The 'Wi-Fi CERTIFIED' logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ■ Microsoft Windows Networking ■ CSMA/CA (Collision Avoidance) with Acknowledgment (ACK) User's Manual C-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 231
materials. ■ Range is also impacted due to "obstacles" in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal. User's Manual C-2 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 232
Subject to the radio regulations that apply in the countries/regions, your Wireless LAN module may support a different set of 5 GHz/2.4 GHz channels. Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales points the station can dynamically switch to another channel if required. User's Manual C-3 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 233
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channel identified by the Wireless LAN Access Point. When roaming between different access points the station can dynamically switch to another channel if required. User's Manual C-5 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 235
even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN. Please visit the following TOSHIBA PC product support website. TOSHIBA PC product support website. In Europe visit http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 236
board of airplanes, or ■ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. User's Manual D-2 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 237
, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada's website www.hc-sc.gc.ca. User's Manual D-3 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 238
, 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. User - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 239
Number: D09-0131001 The following restrictions apply: Do not disassemble or modify the device. Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. User's Manual D-5 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 240
. 18 AWG, Type SVT or SPT-2 Australia: Japan: Europe: AS DENANHO Austria: Belgium: OVE CEBEC Italy: The Netherlands: Denmark: DEMKO Norway: IMQ KEMA NEMKO User's Manual E-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 241
United Kingdom, Australia and Europe. USA United Kingdom UL approved Australia BS approved Europe AS approved Canada CSA approved Approved by the appropriate agency User's Manual E-2 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 242
from 1 to 28 days. ■ Authentication is required if the computer's clock is significantly modified. ■ If the Supervisor Password is deleted, this function becomes disabled. User's Manual F-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 243
Toshiba computer. It may also be used to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by Toshiba or Toshiba's authorized service providers. Additionally, Toshiba may also use this information for so will automatically delete all collected information from the HDD. User's Manual G-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 244
performance has decreased. Please clean the cooling module according to the instructions in your PC User's Guide." message is displayed after running the "TOSHIBA Cooling Performance Diagnostic Tool -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utilities -> Cooling Performance Diagnostic Tool. User's Manual G-2 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 245
Performance Diagnostic Tool" in step 3, it is recommended you turn off the computer and contact TOSHIBA support. Cleaning the Cooling module This section explains how to clean the Cooling module. If you use the as shown in the below figure. Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver. User's Manual G-3 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 246
, cotton swap or similar to remove dust. If these touch the inside of the computer, it could be damaged or become clogged, leading to further problems. 6. Put the Fan hood back into the computer. 7. Slide the Cooling module cover back into place on the computer to reattach. 8. Secure the Cooling - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 247
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 9. Install the battery pack (refer to the Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, if required). 10. Turn your computer over. User's Manual G-5 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 248
several applications or functionalities simultaneously ■ use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude >1,000 meters or >3,280 feet above sea level) User's Manual H-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 249
conditions. Contact Toshiba technical service and support, refer to TOSHIBA support section in Chapter 8 Troubleshooting for more information. 64 computing activities. The amount of main system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system, applications utilized, - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 250
applicable, Dedicated Video Memory, System Video Memory and Shared System Memory. Shared System Memory will vary depending on system memory size and other factors. User's Manual H-3 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 251
to charge the device. Copy Protection Applicable copy protection standards included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media. User's Manual H-4 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 252
Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. Abbreviations AC: alternating current ANSI: American National Standards : fast infrared GB: gigabyte HDD: hard disk drive IDE: integrated drive electronics User's Manual Glossary-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 253
characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to (are an analog of) the value to be transmitted. Voice communications are analog signals. User's Manual Glossary-2 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 254
system. boot: Short for bootstrap. A program that starts or restarts the computer. The program reads instructions from a storage device into the computer's memory. bps: Bits per second. Typically used to An interface for transmission of signals, data or electric power. User's Manual Glossary-3 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 255
is currently off (turning on the power). COM1, COM2, COM3 and COM4: The names assigned to the serial and communication ports. commands: Instructions you enter at the terminal keyboard that direct the actions of the computer or its peripheral devices. communications: The means by which a computer - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 256
printer. CPU: Central Processing Unit. The portion of the computer that interprets and executes instructions. CRT: Cathode Ray Tube. A vacuum tube in which beams projected on a fluorescent when you or the program do not provide instructions. Also called a preset value. User's Manual Glossary-5 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 257
record. display: A CRT, LCD, or other image producing device used to view computer output. documentation: The set of manuals and/or other instructions written for the users of a computer system or application. Computer system documentation typically includes procedural and tutorial information as - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 258
command to the modem. execute: To interpret and execute an instruction. Extended Capability Port: An industry standard that provides a data and reverse data transmission, and run length encoding (RLE) support. F fast infrared: An industry standard that enables cableless . User's Manual Glossary-7 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 259
installs this disk and only a trained engineer can remove it for servicing. Also called fixed disk. hard disk drive (HDD): An electromechanical device as digital video cameras. input: The data or instructions you provide to a computer, communication device or computer. User's Manual Glossary-8 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 260
raised to the 10th power. See also byte and kilobyte. KB: See kilobyte. keyboard: An input device containing switches that are activated by manually pressing marked keys. Each keystroke activates a switch that transmits a specific code to the computer. For each key, the transmitted code is, in turn - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 261
microprocessor: A hardware component contained in a single integrated circuit that carries out instructions. Also called the central processing unit (CPU), one of the main parts of sent through the serial port of internal modem, or 4) stored on some magnetic media. User's Manual Glossary-10 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 262
and rectangular, and constructed of fiberglass, to form the attachment surface. program: A set of instructions a computer can execute that enables it to achieve a desired result. See also application. prompt: off (also called "warm boot" or "soft reset"). See also boot. User's Manual Glossary-11 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 263
crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology with thin film transistor (TFT) to drive each cell. User's Manual Glossary-12 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 264
Network (LAN) through wireless communication. Wireless WAN: Wide Area Network (WAN) through wireless communication. write protection: A method for protecting a floppy diskette from accidental erasure. User's Manual Glossary-13 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 265
additional 3-47 replacing 6-10 Bluetooth 3-6, 4-54 Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba 3-13 problems 8-25 Bridge media slot 2-4, 3-18 indicator 2-14 using 3-18 C Cleaning the computer + F2 (Power Plan) 5-3 FN + F3 (Sleep) 5-4 FN + F4 (Hibernate) 5-4 FN + F5 (Output) 5-4 User's Manual Index-1 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 266
43 connecting 3-44 disconnecting 3-44 precautions 3-43 problems 8-23 Indicators 2-13 K Keyboard 5-1 emulating keys F1...F12 5-2 Hot keys 5-3 problems 8-7 typewriter keys 5-1 Windows special connecting 4-57 disconnecting 4-58 jack 2-6 Link indicator 2-6 problems 8-24 M Media care 4-46 Card care 3-20 - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 267
problem 8-2 Battery 8-5 Bluetooth 8-25 ExpressCard 8-11 External monitor 8-22 Fingerprint Sensor 8-16 Hard disk drive 8-9 Hardware and system checklist 8-3 User's Manual 8-12 Self test 8-4 Sound system 8-21 System start-up 8-4 TOSHIBA support 8-26 Touch Pad 8-14 Wireless LAN 8-24 Ultra Slim Bay DVD - Toshiba Portege M780 PPM78C-09402S | Users Manual Canada; English - Page 268
13 microphone jack 2-2 problems 8-21 Stereo speakers Utility 3-10 U USB 3-40 USB device problems 8-17 USB floppy diskette drive problems 8-11 Ultra Slim Bay 2-5 changing modules 37 V Video mode B-1 Video RAM 3-2 Volume control dial 2-2 problems 8-21 W Web Camera 3-5, 4-24 Windows Mobility Center 3-15
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