Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7
Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 Manual
View all Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals |
Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 manual content summary:
- Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 1
Tecra® M7 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If Something Goes - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 2
handling. Model: Tecra® M7 Series Recordable and and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 3
" means life support systems, medical life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 4
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. ❖ Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949 - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 5
to maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If this trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 6
transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Alarm Equipment If above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 7
network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 8
❖ 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 The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 9
and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et devrait etre place loin des - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 10
with the related European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is Toshiba Europe, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. VCCI Class B Information operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. NOTE - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 11
RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 12
bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. Toshiba Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916 Fax: 03-5444-9450 Device Authorization This device obtains the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 13
13 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. ❖ 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only. Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices NOTE The following information - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 14
un enregistrement auprès de I'IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter I'IBPT. License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow. Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig.Bitte mit Händler die - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 15
outside of the allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network. ❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 16
operation of this device. The Access Point's radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for European - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 17
17 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada USA Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 18
/regions in the following table. EU Canada Japan USA Australia New Zealand Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Interoperability Bluetooth® Cards from Toshiba are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 19
performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 20
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 exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment, the Bluetooth Card from Toshiba has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 21
, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 22
It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. Toshiba Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916 Fax: 03- ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 23
proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Never injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or To use this model properly, read the user's guide carefully and keep it for your future reference. Never - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 24
guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. ©2006 by Toshiba BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 25
25 Trademarks Tecra is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft and Windows owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 26
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting 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 - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 27
27 Contents Using the computer for the first time 51 Opening the display panel 52 Your computer's features and specifications ....53 Turning on the power 53 Adding memory (optional 54 Installing a memory module 55 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 55 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 56 Hard Disk Drive - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 28
87 Moving the computer 87 Using a computer lock 88 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 89 Computing tips 89 Using the keyboard 91 Character keys 91 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 91 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 92 Function keys 92 Windows® special keys 93 Overlay keys 93 Using the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 29
Computing 110 Toshiba's energy-saver design 110 Running the computer on battery power 110 Battery Notice 111 Power management 112 Using additional batteries 112 Charging batteries 113 Charging the main battery 113 Charging the RTC battery 114 Monitoring main battery power 115 Determining - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 30
Using tablet mode 148 Using the Toshiba tablet pen 149 Returning the computer to its original configuration 150 Using PC Cards 150 Inserting a PC Card 151 Removing a PC Card 151 Setting up a PC Card for your computer .........152 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 153 Inserting memory media - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 31
password 167 Toshiba Password Utility 168 PC Diagnostic Tool keyboard or pointing device to assign a key 174 Viewing existing key assignments 175 Changing or removing existing key assignments 176 Toshiba Hotkey Utility 176 Toshiba SD™ Memory Card Format Utility............177 Toshiba SD™ Memory - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 32
/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 194 Toshiba Accessibility 195 Toshiba Mobile Extension 196 Trusted Platform Module problem with Device Manager ...........221 Memory problems 223 Power and the batteries 224 Keyboard problems 226 Display problems 227 Disk drive problems 229 Optical drive problems - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 33
security when the battery is not fully charged 259 Power usage mode 259 Standby mode 260 Hibernation mode 261 Display modes 262 Display brightness 262 Disabling or enabling wireless devices 263 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 263 Zooming applications in/out 264 Keyboard hot keys 264 - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 34
Power Cord/Cable Connectors 265 USA and Canada 265 United Kingdom 265 Australia 265 Europe 265 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 266 Getting Started 267 Starting ConfigFree 267 ConfigFree Utilities 269 Connectivity Doctor 269 Search for Wireless Devices 272 Profile - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 35
world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you be detailed during initial launch of the product, or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfigurations of the computer, and may - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 36
, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 37
Safety icons 37 Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 38
indicates the definition of a term used in the text. Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation: ❖ An electronic version of the user's guide (this document) ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 39
, and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at warranty.toshiba.com. To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 40
chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations. Creating a computer - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 41
as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 42
not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. PC base and palm rest can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. Never place a heavy object on the computer and be - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 43
can erase important files. Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp it by important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new programs 's cooling fan Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 44
your PC or AC adaptor could cause system failure, PC or AC adaptor damage, or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. NOTE The cooling fan not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 45
again until the operating system has loaded completely. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 46
Started Registering your computer with Toshiba If an Internet connection could not be found, a window will display the message: "An Internet screen, your computer restarts automatically. Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 47
keyboard" on page 72) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 70) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 73) ❖ Connect an optional external disk drive (see "Connecting an optional external diskette drive" on page 75) ❖ Install PC Cards - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 48
shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your PC and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with your PC), or use the AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 49
Getting Started Connecting to a power source 49 To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 50
with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 51
Getting Started Charging the main battery 51 Charging the main battery Your computer came with its battery already installed. Before using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source for at least three - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 52
computer by the display panel. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your PC. Your display contains an extremely the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 53
the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all those features. This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 54
until the operating system has loaded completely. Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. You - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 55
up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 45. Installing a memory module Your computer has two memory module slots. Both slots are located under the keyboard and should only be accessed by a Toshiba authorized service provider. If you are a technically advanced user, visit pcsupport - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 56
partition without the risk of losing your data. ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with your computer. Creating disc drive is not writable, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system. The Toshiba Global Support Centre in the United States is ( - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 57
Recovery media on CDs or DVDs). (Sample Image) Recovery Disc Creator screen 3 Select the items you want to copy by clicking the check box next to the item's Name - recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications. 4 Click Burn - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 58
disk drive using the utilities stored on your computer's HDD: 1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 59
your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next. The Recovery the recovery. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 60
hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can Sample Image) Erase the hard disk screen 3 Select the desired method, then click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 61
process is completed, a message displays informing you that the HDD has been deleted. 5 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. Recovering remain intact. To recover only your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select "Recovery of factory default." Then, click Next. 2 - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 62
media first. To resize and recover your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select "Recovery of factory default." Then, click Next. 2 Select " GB. NOTE The size of the C: drive will display on the progress bar as you make your selections. 4 Click Next to begin the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 63
CDs/DVDs" on page 56): 1 Insert the first recovery CD or DVD into your CD/DVD drive and power on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys, select the CD/DVD option and press Enter. (Sample Image - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 64
your work to external media before proceeding. 3 Click Next to begin the recovery process. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. Recovering the C: partition of the HDD only Recovering the C: drive to its factory - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 65
saved your work to external media before proceeding. 3 Click Next to begin the restoration. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer. Recovering the entire HDD without the HDD Recovery Area This option recovers your - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 66
Disk Management. 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 67
™, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 68
68 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click, - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 69
Using the TouchPad™ 69 4 Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab. The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears. (Sample Image) TouchPAD ON/OFF screen 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 70
or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the back device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the Display Properties settings. Directing the display output when you turn on - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 71
monitor only ❖ TV and built-in display ❖ TV only ❖ Primary and CRT ❖ Dual Mode display ❖ Swap image display 3 Release the Fn key. TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box. Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, then Control Panel - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 72
, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 800 X 600 or higher. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 73
install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed for further instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. If your printer does not support Plug and - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 74
require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 75
Connecting an optional external diskette drive 75 Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes. (Sample Illustration) Optional external USB diskette drive To connect - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 76
leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more than one option available for turning off the computer: Turn Off or Shut Down, Hibernate - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 77
from turning off the computer. ❖ Since information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 78
mode. Standby holds the current state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working were using. If you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Be sure to save - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 79
Getting Started Turning off the computer 79 Using the Turn Off Computer or Shut Down commands Depending on the operating system installed, use the following steps to turn off your computer. Turn Off For Windows® XP Home, or either Windows® XP Professional or Windows® XP MCE when - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 80
Panel, and then click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click on the Setup Action tab. (Sample Image) Setup action settings screen 4 Select the options you want from the drop-down lists. down if you want the computer to shut down when you close the display panel. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 81
OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "Toshiba Power Saver" on page 179. Once the computer is configured, you can turn it off by either sliding the power button to the right or closing the display panel, depending on the options set. Restarting your computer To start - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 82
option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "Toshiba Power Saver" on page 179. Once the computer is configured, you can place it into Hibernation - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 83
screen(s) you were using. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display open programs and files, turns off the display, and enters into a low-power mode. button to the right or closing the display panel. You can also specify an - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 84
mode when you close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "Toshiba Power Saver" on page 179 returns to the screen(s) you were using. If you place the computer in Standby mode by closing the display panel, you can start it - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 85
is a convertible display that allows you to use the screen much as you would a writing tablet. (Sample Illustration) Rotating the screen By simply rotating and folding the screen over the keyboard, your system is ready to use in tablet mode, with the included Toshiba tablet pen. When rotating - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 86
tablet mode, see "Using tablet mode" on page 145. Your computer came with applications already installed specifically designed to work with the tablet particular requirements. Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details. You may also wish to customize your power usage - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 87
computer's main battery, see "Taking care of your battery" on page 126. Cleaning the computer Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located). Doing so could damage the system. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 88
. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 89
tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 90
and improve performance. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 91
contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space bar creates - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 92
Alt keys, or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized keyboard. Using the Fn key, you can simulate these separate keys, as follows: ❖ with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 93
93 Windows® special keys Windows® key Application key (Sample Illustration) Windows® special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 94
are the cursor control overlay keys. To turn the cursor control overlay on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on. To disable the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 95
the Run dialog box. Starting a program from the Start menu When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs the program group, in this example, Accessories. The Accessories menu is displayed. 3 Click the program, in this example, WordPad. WordPad opens. To - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 96
96 Learning the Basics Starting a program 3 Click My Computer to expand the window. 4 In the left part of the window, click the line that ends in "(C:)." 5 In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, double- click the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files. Windows® - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 97
can search for it by clicking Start, Search, and then following the onscreen instructions. HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to the data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work. Saving documents is quick and easy, - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 98
name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box. Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document File names The Windows® operating system supports long file names which can contain up to 255 characters and can include spaces. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 99
Learning the Basics Printing your work 99 You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters and '. File names are not case-sensitive. Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 100
100 Learning the Basics Backing up your work 2 Open the File menu of your Windows® program and click Print. The program displays a Print dialog box. (Sample Image) Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of pages and number of copies to print. 4 Click - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 101
. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. For - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 102
optical drive is located on the right side of the computer. Your optical drive may look like this: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole (Sample Illustration) Optical drive Drive in-use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is in use. Eject button-Press to release the disc - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 103
could damage the disc or the drive. When the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. Manual eject hole-Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off. Use a straightened - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 104
4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. (Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in "Caring for CD or DVD Discs" on page 109. 6 Place the disc carefully - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 105
carefully, making contact only with the center hole and edge. Do not touch the surface of the disc. Do not stack discs. If you incorrectly handle the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 106
the optical drive Stop button Play/pause button (Sample Image) Windows® Media Player screen The Windows® Media Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc start your disc, try launching the CD manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then click My Computer. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 107
(CD-R) and CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) discs; and DVD±R/±RW or DVD RAM discs. NOTE Due to manufacturing and quality variations in third party optical media (e.g., CD PCs or optical media players. These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba PC or optical drive. Please refer to your PC's - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 108
Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 109
or rubbing alcohol). Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 110
efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that provides power when you - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 111
that shipped with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Use only batteries designed to work with your Toshiba notebook computer. To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 112
the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery, you may also have an optional second battery (not included with your computer). If you travel and need to work for - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 113
time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Always use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 114
power until the battery discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity. Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 115
computer powered on for 24 hours. NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working. When Hibernation mode is enabled and the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 116
life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used. ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor. NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 117
Battery light Hard disk drive light Second battery light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery before trying to monitor the remaining battery power. The computer needs this time to check the battery's remaining capacity and perform its calculations - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 118
main battery power 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The Power Saver Properties window appears. The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left side of the dialog box. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. A frequently used older battery does - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 119
specified percentage of remaining battery power has been reached. You can set how the warning occurs: sound an alarm, display a message, both Toshiba Power Saver. 2 Click the Setup Action tab. 3 Configure the Alarm settings to suit your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 120
is configured. By using them, you can greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into preset Power Profiles. Using one of these profiles lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 121
computing needs. If you are running on batteries and the programs that you are using do they become active settings.) For more information, see "Toshiba Power Saver" on page 179. Using a hot key Power Profile: 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the Power Profile pop-up window. (Sample Image) - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 122
battery Power Profile, see "Toshiba Power Saver" on page 179. Changing the main battery Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery main battery has run out of power, you have two options: plug in the AC adaptor or install a fresh main battery. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 123
upside down. Before you turn the computer over, make sure that the computer display is properly closed and is not in tablet mode. Setting the computer down on the display may cause damage to the screen. 5 Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position. (Sample Illustration) Unlocking the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 124
is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 125
125 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity. If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 126
a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 127
designated as an approved option. ❖ When you install the battery pack, you should hear a click when it is seated properly. ❖ Do not expose the battery pack to fire. The battery pack could explode. Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack: ❖ At least once a month, disconnect - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 128
circuit, fire or electric shock. Failure to do so could possibly result in serious injury. Always use the battery pack supplied as an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Use of non-conforming - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 129
certain applicable laws and regulations, it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash. Please be kind to our shared environment the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook through - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 130
chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. The differences are not significant - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 131
icon for any folder, file, or program by dragging the element's icon from its location in a window to the desktop area. The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include: Recycle Bin - Holds files you have deleted. You may be able to retrieve these files until you empty the Recycle - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 132
between the programs or windows. To make a program or window the currently active one, click the associated taskbar button. System tray The System tray displays icons of tasks or programs that run continuously in the background. To learn more about each task, position the cursor over the icon for - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 133
notebook computer) ❖ A telephone line ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings. If you are having trouble Options Properties dialog box displays. 2 Fill in - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 134
cannot communicate with the modem, it displays an error message. Consult the troubleshooting sections of your modem and Windows® operating more detailed information regarding your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Before you can communicate using the modem, - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 135
the built-in modem to a key telephone system for residences or offices. Connection to any communication line other than an analog phone line could cause a PC system failure. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 136
Exploring Your Computer's Features Setting up for communications Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 137
) check box, and click OK. Using Wireless LAN Connectivity NOTE Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 138
will be lit. For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 239. An overview of using the Internet The Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading to, and downloading files from, - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 139
World Wide Web offers information as text, images, audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world. Special programs called Web information. Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP). - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 140
a LAN connection ❖ A Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account The Microsoft® Web browser Internet so that when you first start it, it guides you through signing up for a new ISP account Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a home page, for example, your ISP's - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 141
probably set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a in groups, by typing messages which are instantly viewed by others on their computer screens. ❖ Internet news groups A news group is similar to a chat room, - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 142
computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site on the Web to your computer). There are several ways to upload or download data. It can be as simple as attaching a file or document to an email, or you - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 143
, Accessories, Entertainment, and then click Sound Recorder. Positioning bar Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen 3 Click the Record button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. 5 When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. The Sound - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 144
144 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features 6 To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. 7 To save the file, select Save from the File menu. NOTE The microphone on your computer might be set to Mute. To check this, click Start, All Programs, Accessories, - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 145
mode One of your computer's features is a convertible display that allows you to use the screen much as you would a writing tablet. Your computer came with applications already installed specifically designed to work with the tablet feature of the system. For more information on those applications - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 146
146 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using tablet mode 3 Rotate the display panel clockwise 180o (degrees). When you complete this task, the screen faces away from the keyboard. When rotating LCD screen of your computer, be sure to slowly turn the screen in the proper direction, and not apply - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 147
view. For more information on changing tablet screen settings, see "Toshiba Rotation Utility" on page 186. 6 To send the video to an external monitor, use the Cross Menu button (the Cross-Functional button) and select the display option. NOTE You should view video on an external monitor in primary - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 148
Pull the pen from the holder. (Sample Illustration) Removing the Toshiba tablet pen from the slot on the tablet computer NOTE To protect the computer's display, make sure you change from tablet mode to computer mode and close the display before you turn the computer upside down. Location of the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 149
manually change the layout of the screen from portrait to landscape, see "Toshiba Rotation Utility" on page 186. NOTE You can also use tablet mode when the computer is in its original configuration, with the screen open and facing the keyboard. Using the Toshiba tablet pen Use the Toshiba tablet - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 150
Toshiba tablet pen to its slot on the right side of the computer. 2 Press the display latch release button. 3 Lift the display panel to its upright position. 4 Rotate the display panel counter-clockwise 180o. When you complete this task, the screen returns to its normal position facing the keyboard - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 151
Computer's Features Using PC Cards The PC Card slot supports hot swapping, which allows you to replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. Inserting a PC Card Before you insert a PC Card, refer to later. If the card can be removed now, the system displays Safe To Remove Hardware. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 152
as soon as you install them. Others, such as hard disk cards, network cards, and SCSI adapters, may need to be set up to work with your computer. To set up your PC Card, refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online Help. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 153
Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media firmly into the adapter. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 154
you to try again later. If the media can be removed now, the system displays Safe To Remove Hardware. 2 Gently press the card inward to release it. card and pull it straight out. (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read. Even when - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 155
for devices that transfer high levels of data in real-time, such as video devices. As with USB ports, the i.LINK® port supports both Plug-andPlay (automatic configuration) and hot swapping (the ability to connect information package that comes with the device or visit accessories.toshiba.com. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 156
. ❖ Toshiba Assist ❖ Toshiba Application Installer ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ Toshiba Password Utility ❖ PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ HDD Protection Utility ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ Toshiba Hotkey Utility ❖ Toshiba SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ Toshiba SD™ Memory Boot Utility ❖ Toshiba Power - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 157
157 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ Tablet and Pen Settings ❖ Toshiba Rotation Utility ❖ Cross Menu Utility ❖ Toshiba Tablet Access Code Utility ❖ Toshiba Zooming Utility ❖ Toshiba Button Controls ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ Toshiba Accessibility ❖ - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 158
158 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist The Toshiba Assist window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window The Toshiba Assist offers four categories of options: ❖ Connect ❖ Secure ❖ Protect & Fix ❖ Optimize - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 159
159 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree™ Connectivity Doctor ❖ Start Bluetooth® ❖ Bluetooth® Settings ❖ Bluetooth Local COM Settings (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist - Connect tab - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 160
160 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ User password ❖ Supervisor password (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window - Secure tab - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 161
161 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ HDD Protection Utility (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window - Protect & Fix tab - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 162
Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Accessibility ❖ Toshiba Mobile Extension ❖ Toshiba Zooming Utility ❖ Toshiba Button Controls ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ Toshiba Hotkey Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ Tablet and Pen Settings ❖ Toshiba Rotation Utility (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window - Optimize - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 163
originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next. (Sample Image) Toshiba Application Installer screen 3 Click the item(s) you want to install. To select multiple items, hold down - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 164
to complete the installation process. Setting passwords Setting a password lets you walk away from your computer, secure in the knowledge that nobody can access your files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports several types - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 165
165 Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords To use an instant password, press Fn, then press F1. This freezes the keyboard and TouchPad, and blanks the screen. An instant password has no effect on an optional USB mouse or trackball. To unlock your system, press any key or touch the pointing device and - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 166
the on-screen instructions to remove the user password. Using a supervisor or user password A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options. Setting a supervisor password If you choose to set a supervisor or user password, Toshiba strongly recommends that - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 167
a supervisor password To cancel the power-on password function: To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, select Secure. 3 Select the Supervisor Password icon. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 168
Click Delete. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the supervisor password. Toshiba Password Utility The Toshiba Password Utility allows you to set a user-level password in Toshiba Assist or in System Setup. To use the Toshiba Password utility: 1 Start Toshiba Assist. 2 Click the Secure tab - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 169
later access it should you not remember it. Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access your computer. PC Diagnostic Tool Utility This utility can help diagnose problems with devices in your computer. Refer to - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 170
170 Toshiba Utilities HDD Protection Utility The PC Diagnostic Tool window appears. (Sample Image) PC Diagnostic Tool window 2 Select the devices that you would like to test by clicking drive (HDD) protection, and set the motion detector's sensitivity level for AC power and battery power operation. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 171
window 2 Select ON to enable HDD protection, or select OFF to disable HDD protection. 3 Set the battery and AC power detection levels as desired. 4 Click OK. Fn-esse® Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba's Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from within any Windows - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 172
, Utilities, and then click Fn-esse, or click the Hotkey Assignment icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. (Sample Image) Fn-esse screen The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ Available keys are dark gray with white letters. ❖ Assigned keys and keys associated - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 173
Windows® Explorer (or the program supporting drag-and-drop). 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn-esse keyboard and Explorer at the same time. on the Fn-esse keyboard which you are assigning to the item. 5 Release the primary button. Fn-esse displays the Add/Edit Command - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 174
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign a key To assign a key to open a program or document: 1 Start Fn-esse. 2 Perform one of the following: ❖ Using the keyboard box Follow the instructions in "Making a 1 Select Direct to display the Add/Edit Command dialog - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 175
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 3 Click OK. Making a popup assignment 1 Select Popup to display the Application Explorer dialog box. 2 Select the desired folder. The left side of the Application Explorer window displays from the Fn-esse keyboard. Fn-esse displays the Function Key Assignments dialog - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 176
176 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Hotkey Utility Changing or removing existing key assignments On the Fn-esse keyboard, click the key you wish to change with the secondary button. Fn-esse displays the Assignment Type dialog box. ❖ To change the key assignment, click Direct or Popup and continue as if - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 177
tab of Toshiba Assist. The SD Memory Card Format screen appears. (Sample Image) SD Memory Card Format screen 2 Select the drive corresponding to the SD memory card. 3 Select the formatting option: ❖ Quick Format ❖ Full Format 4 Click Start to begin formatting. The formatting progress is displayed in - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 178
performing this procedure as data on the drive may be lost. 3 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, SD Memory Card, or click the SD Memory Card icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba SD Memory Boot Utility screen appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba SD Memory Boot Utility - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 179
SD card: 1 Create a bootable SD card (see "Toshiba SD™ Memory Boot Utility" on page 178 for instructions). 2 Verify that you do not have a floppy The system displays the Boot menu. 6 Use the arrow keys to select the SD/Floppy icon. 7 Press the Enter key. Toshiba Power Saver The Toshiba Power Saver - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 180
Power Saver Properties window The Profile panel on the left of the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window shows the power profiles used to control power usage for both AC power and battery power, as well as the estimated battery life for each power profile mode. The profiles shown in the Profile - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 181
181 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Power Saver Preset Power Profiles The preset power profiles are: ❖ Full The DVD Playback profile applies only when a DVD program is playing while running the computer on battery power. Quickly creating a new power profile 1 Highlight one of the preset profiles. 2 Click - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 182
Control Panel, and then click Mouse, or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Mouse Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) Mouse Properties screen The settings you can change are divided into these categories: ❖ Buttons ❖ Pointers ❖ Pointer options ❖ Hardware ❖ Advanced - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 183
, and then click Assist, or click the Toshiba Hardware Setup icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba Hardware Setup screen appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Hardware Setup screen - General tab options The Toshiba Hardware Setup screen has the following tabs: ❖ General-Allows you - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 184
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ Display-Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in LCD display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. If data does not appear on the display . ❖ Battery Power-If your computer is running on battery power, - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 185
185 Toshiba Utilities Tablet and Pen Settings You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the for using the tablet and pen. To access this utility: 1 Double-click the Tablet and Pen Settings icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Tablet and Pen Settings screen appears. ❖ The - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 186
utility allows you to change the default setting of the display format (primary portrait) to three other display formats: ❖ Primary landscape ❖ Secondary portrait ❖ Secondary landscape To change the display format: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Tablet PC, and then click Rotation Utility. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 187
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Rotation Utility The Toshiba Rotation Utility screen appears: (Sample Image) Toshiba Rotation Utility screen 2 Select a new display format for either PC mode or Tablet PC mode. 3 Click OK. NOTE Toshiba recommends that you use the Toshiba Rotation Utility to change screen - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 188
Rotation Utility" on page 186) to change the screen's orientation, and the Toshiba Power Saver Utility (click its icon in the System Tray) to adjust screen brightness. ❖ The Tablet Buttons tab allows you to specify an action when a display system button is pressed. After making your selections - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 189
Toshiba Utilities Cross Menu Utility To start the Cross Menu Utility: 1 Press and hold the Cross-Functional button for two seconds until the following screen displays. (Sample Image) Cross Menu Utility screen a new menu: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Tablet PC, and then click Cross Menu. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 190
. 4 Browse for the application(s) you want to add to the menu and click Open. 5 When you have finished adding applications to the menu, click OK. Toshiba Tablet Access Code Utility This utility allows you to create and register an access code, which can be used to log on to Windows®. NOTE When - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 191
Utility To access the utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Tablet PC, and then click Tablet Access Code Logon Utility. The Tablet Access Code Logon Utility screen appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Tablet Access Code Logon Utility screen 2 To create an access code, click New Registration - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 192
Zooming Utility, or click the Zooming Utility icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba Zooming Utility Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Zooming Utility Properties screen 2 Select the desired option(s). 3 Click OK. The zoom in and zoom out hot keys will now work - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 193
buttons. Those buttons are located on the display. To access Toshiba Button Controls: 1 Click the Toshiba Button Control icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba Controls Properties window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Button Controls screen 2 Select the button whose function is to - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 194
194 Toshiba Utilities CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer CD burning software or other applications that can set the drive speed. (Sample Image) CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen To access the utility: 1 Double-click the icon in the task tray, or click the CD/ DVD - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 195
for listening to music or audio files on a CD. 3 Click Set Normal Mode to run the drive at normal speed, for transferring data. Toshiba Accessibility The Toshiba Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn key to create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 196
Mobile Extension utility: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, then Toshiba Mobile Extension. The Toshiba Mobile Extension Service Configuration dialog box appears. 2 Under the Mobile Extension Service tab, you can select behaviors to enable or disable, such as Warm Undock - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 197
and enabled using the following procedures. To install TPM: 1 Launch the Toshiba Application Installer from the desktop and install the following packages: ❖ Infineon Trusted Platform Module Utility ❖ Infineon TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Installation Guide 2 Follow the directions on your screen. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 198
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Once the TPM files have been installed Module) Installation Guide. Fingerprint Authentication Utility (Available on certain models) The fingerprint authentication utility (available on certain models) can be used to replace the keyboard - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 199
does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility technology will be completely secure or error-free. Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 200
200 Toshiba Utilities of your software. If your system supports power-on security, a Power-on button is also displayed above each enrolled fingerprint. This Reader busy. Wait for the reader to complete its operation. ❖ Problem with operation. The reader could not read your fingerprint. Swipe your - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 201
201 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprint Logon The fingerprint utility enables shuts down. Enabling Power-on Security Options for power-on security are displayed only if your computer supports this feature. In most configurations, power-on security is enabled automatically - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 202
202 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility To disable/enable power-on security: 1 Open the Control Center and go to Settings - Power-on Security. (This wizard is displayed only if your system supports power-on security.) 2 Check the option Replace the power-on and hard drive passwords - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 203
203 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprint Management Fingerprints are stored in memory during enrollment. After a fingerprint is enrolled, it is displayed with a power-on button above it. The button appears "pressed in" by default, indicating that the corresponding finger - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 204
204 Toshiba Utilities ). You can decide which fingerprints are present in the device memory and can be used for verification on computer startup, or create the product. ❖ Help icon-Displays this help. The help files in other languages (depending on your installation) are located in the mui - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 205
205 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Password Bank The Password Bank stores the required information only once, during Web page or dialog registration. When the window is displayed again, all the data is entered automatically when you scan your fingerprint on the reader. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 206
206 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Registering a new Web page or dialog You are logged on to the computer and want to register a new Web page. To create a new registration: 1 Display a Web page you want to register. 2 Fill in the data you want to replay the next time you access - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 207
207 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Replaying registrations with multiple forms registered forms, but there is no active form, all existing registered forms for the page are displayed. You then select the one to be replayed. Replaying a registered dialog You are logged on to - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 208
is stored in the non-volatile memory. If the computer changes ownership, Toshiba recommends the following procedure: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Protector Suite QL, and then click Control Center. The Protector Suite Software screen is displayed. 2 Click Fingerprints then Delete. 3 Click Settings - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 209
hard or sharp objects. ❖ Do not press the reader with too much pressure. ❖ Do not touch the reader with a wet finger or any wet objects. Keep reader surface dry and free of water vapor. ❖ Do not touch the reader with a soiled finger. Minute foreign particles on a soiled or dirty finger may scratch - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 210
210 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility ❖ Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 211
does not guarantee that this fingerprint recognition technology will be error-free. ❖ Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint reader will recognize the enrolled user or accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 212
This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 213
213 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix 2 Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words "not responding" appear beside its name in the list. 3 - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 214
it when you contact the software manufacturer. Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Slide and hold the power switch - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 215
conflict. When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition, press Ctrl displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message. The computer was placed in Standby mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the computer's memory - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 216
for several hours. For more information see "Charging batteries" on page 113. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Make The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 217
or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in starts loading. The Windows® Advanced Options menu displays these options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally ❖ Reboot ❖ Return to OS - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 218
in troubleshooting the problem. To access Windows® XP Help and Support: 1 Click Start, and then click Help and Support. The Help and Support window appears. 2 Then do one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field, type in the topic for which you need help and follow the on-screen instructions - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 219
the menu or by going to pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For help on hardware conflicts: 1 Click - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 220
as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to the computer's Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a direct channel to the computer's memory to store information as it works. These channels of communication are commonly referred to as system resources. Interrupt Request Channel The channel - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 221
hardware conflict If you install an older (legacy) do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer. ❖ Disable the device. For an older the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 222
include the name of the manufacturer, the type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. To check a the device(s) installed, double-click the device type. 5 To view the properties, double-click the device. The operating system displays the Device Properties - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 223
device is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. The tabs that appear in the dialog box vary from one device to another. A Troubleshooting button is also present. 6 Click Troubleshoot... A Help and Support window for that device appears. For more - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 224
least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adaptor and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery, optional high-capacity battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 225
Power Management utility. Have you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its power from the battery? Is your software using the hard disk more? Is the display power set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to begin with? All these conditions affect how - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 226
Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Refer to this site often to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information. For more information on maximizing battery power see "Charging batteries" on page 113. Keyboard problems If, when you - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 227
computer, and Restart the computer using the TouchPad on the internal keyboard. The computer will restart and recognize the device. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 228
screen. The Settings tab allows you to choose the screen resolution. The built-in screen flickers. Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen Windows® Help. A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 229
that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode, and not simultaneous mode. Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your PC. Your display contains an extremely - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 230
230 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error-checking Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories, files and File Allocation Table (FAT) on the disk and repairs any damage it finds. To run Error-checking: 1 Click Start, and then click My Computer. 2 Right-click the drive - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 231
is loose, replace the label and try inserting the diskette again. The computer displays the Non-system disk or disk error message. If you are starting the computer is probably causing the problem. Run Error-checking on the faulty diskette (for instructions see "Disk drive problems" on page 229). - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 232
Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Optical drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. turn on the computer (for example, if the battery is completely discharged), use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. This button is in the small - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 233
The optical drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) formats DVDROM, DVD-R (read-only), plus CD-ROM, CD-R (readonly), and CD-RW (read-only). If the problem is with a loud. Adjust the volume control. PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices, such as a - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 234
. Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to support their cards. Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing the PC Card. If your system does not have built-in drivers for your PC Card and the card did not come with an operating system - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 235
PCMCIA adapter. 6 Double-click the appropriate PC Card. The operating system displays your PC Card's Properties dialog box, which contains information about your PC Card configuration and status. The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. The problem may be caused by an I/O (input - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 236
card and reinstalling it can correct many problems. A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected. If the card is attached to an external device, check that the connection is secure. Refer to the card's documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting section. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 237
problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 74 or in the instructions problem, contact the printer's manufacturer. The printer will not print what you see on the screen. Many programs display information on the screen - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 238
Resolving a hardware conflict Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not (bits per second) or higher. Refer to the program's documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings. The modem is on, set up the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 239
networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is correct-i.e., that it matches the SSID assigned to the access point you are attempting to connect through. SSIDs are case-sensitive. Toshiba - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 240
driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages- these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support for each active network adapter will be displayed. ❖ Connect your computer directly to your Ethernet port. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Wi-Fi part - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 241
Request Timed Out" or another error message appears in response, then the problem is probably Wi-Fi-related. ❖ If you have enabled any security encryption is not enabled on the wireless access point. When you install a wireless access point device, Windows® XP checks whether WEP encryption - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 242
problems playing a DVD title, try the following steps: 1 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that the disc is properly inserted in the drive tray. 3 Ensure that the Display properties are not True Color (24bit). If it is set to 24-bit color, there may be a video - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 243
the list. 6 See "Checking device properties" on page 222 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title. Disable the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 244
video resolution is set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600 can cause distortion. To disable Stretch, follow the instructions below: 1 Right-click the Desktop, select Properties. 2 Select the Settings tab. 3 Select the Advanced Flat Panel tab. 4 Click Disable Display Stretch Feature. 5 Click OK. The screen - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 245
"Computing tips" on page 89 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up daily basis. If you have installed your own programs, you guides. It is very difficult to provide a fail-safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 246
with all the user's guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the later recall. If you experience problems after installing some new hardware or software, utility: 1 Click Start, and then click Help and Support. 2 Under Pick a Task, click Undo changes to your computer - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 247
enough to be easily understood in the future, such as "Before installing Brand X Accounting app." Then click Create. 5 Windows® creates the saved Restore Point. To do this: 1 Click Start, and then click Help and Support. 2 Under Pick a Task, click Undo changes to your computer with System Restore. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 248
have created with it, and stored on its hard disk drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or even destroy software is required. Most of the CD and DVD drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or 'burn') as well as read - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 249
window, press F5 (or click View, Refresh) to prompt Windows® to display them. NOTE Documents and other data files that you create as you work the vendors' Web sites (www.microsoft.com, for example) for detailed instructions. ❖ Newsgroup files and settings-for Outlook Express, or other newsgroup - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 250
is required to hold them. Windows® XP also includes a Backup utility, though it does not directly support writing to CDs. For more information, click Start, and then click Help and Support, or start the Backup utility by clicking Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and then click Backup - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 251
connecting a new hardware item to the computer. If the device is connected first, it may be very difficult to complete the installation successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart Windows®. Always restart Windows® after each - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 252
help. Before you contact Toshiba Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Try the following before you contact Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 253
problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program's documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company's technical support www.ts.toshiba.com by selecting your particular product and model number, clicking GO, and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 254
and version of the program involved in the problem along with its installation media ❖ Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457 - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 255
92800 Puteaux Cédex France Italy Centro Direzionale Colleoni Palazzo Perseo Via Paracelso 10 20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 USA 800-457-7777 (within the US) 949-859-4273 (outside of the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 256
A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems (U.K) Ltd. Toshiba Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge, Surrey KT15 2UL - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 257
on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. Password security Fn + This hot key blanks the display. 257 - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 258
the current user. With a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. If you set a blank screen saver, pressing the Fn + F1 key combination to activate instant security will cause the screen to go blank. Using the pointing device or any key will make the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 259
display may reappear automatically after a short time. To protect your desktop, you must set up a screen saver with a password before activating the password feature. To set up a password with a screen saver, go to Windows® online Help for instructions: 1 Click Start, and then click Help and Support - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 260
Standby mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Standby mode. ❖ A message box displays by default to confirm that the computer is entering Standby mode. You can choose not to display this message box. (Sample Image) Sample Standby confirmation box ❖ For more information about Standby - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 261
the computer into Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box. (Sample Image) Hibernation confirmation box ❖ If Hibernation mode is disabled - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 262
Mode display ❖ Swap image display (Sample Image) Display options window In order to use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. Display brightness Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 263
wireless devices Disabling or enabling wireless devices (Available on certain models) Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices installed in your computer. The wireless modes are: ❖ All disabled-This disables both the Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi modules. ❖ Wi-Fi enabled - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 264
Zooming Utility" on page 191. Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-in. For more information, see "Toshiba Zooming Util- ity" on page 191. Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 265
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 266
Toshiba Computer ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems to analyze network connections and fix networking problems with your notebook computer. For more information, see " - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 267
Connectivity Doctor screen to access the screen saver option. Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen, and icon on the taskbar. ❖ Press the Toshiba Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the Toshiba Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 268
268 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started NOTE If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar is displayed with an "X." When you start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer desktop. You can then - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 269
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) ConfigFree Launcher coming back into view ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network-connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 270
with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Location of wireless communication switch (identified with a yellow arrow) ❖ Status of wireless communication switch (on or off) (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 271
271 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities If a problem or potential problem is detected, in most cases, a screen automatically displays showing you the possible cause and solution for the problem. A triangle containing an exclamation point also appears on the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 272
the PC icon at the center of the map. The closer to the center, the stronger the connection. Placing the pointer over the displayed "point of light" shows detailed information about the wireless device. NOTE The wireless device shown near the center of the map is not necessarily near your notebook - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 273
supported on systems running Windows® XP SP2. To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point: 1 Open the Search for Wireless Devices option from ConfigFree Launcher. 2 Drag and drop the device you want to connect to the PC icon at the center of the map. The Wireless Settings screen appears - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 274
with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Dragging a device to the Access Point (Sample Image) Wireless settings screen 3 Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the device. NOTE After the Access Point is set up and added to the connection list, the system displays the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 275
™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Creating a detected device wireless connection The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth® devices that are detected using the Search for Wireless Devices option. Moving the mouse cursor over a device icon displays information about the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 276
276 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Open the Bluetooth® radar screen, and drag and drop the file directly onto the icon for that Bluetooth® device. (Sample Image) Dragging the file to the Bluetooth® device icon To - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 277
277 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Or, right-click the file and select Send to Bluetooth Devices. (Sample Image) Selecting Send to Bluetooth® Devices option 2 Choose a file recipient. 3 - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 278
278 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities If you visit a client company occasionally, for example, you can set up a profile to match that To create a profile: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Move the pointer to Profile. 3 Click Add. The Add Profile screen appears. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 279
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 4 Select Capture and click OK. The Add Profile screen appears. 5 Enter the an icon for this profile. 8 Click the icon at the bottom of the screen to display more capture options. 9 Under Captured Items, select the items you want to - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 280
280 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Expanded Add Profile screen NOTE The online Help provides real-world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments. After you set up one or more profiles, you - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 281
281 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ConfigFree SUMMIT The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is a convenient way to share files with other users and to transfer files between your computers - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 282
282 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities When a user joins the SUMMIT, their icon appears on the SUMMIT table. (Sample Image) Users attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 283
283 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Sharing a file with one user ❖ To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 284
284 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities NOTE Participating users must be connected by LAN, wireless LAN, or Bluetooth® (PAN). Firewall software may prevent ConfigFree SUMMIT from working. Using - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 285
Wireless Projector The Quick Connect feature switches the Wireless LAN connection to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector. Once the projector utility is installed, launching the Quick Connect utility automatically opens the Wireless Data Projector Application. There you can configure how you - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 286
to the online Help if necessary. 4 Click OK. NOTE The default connection setting is for Ad hoc mode, therefore, if the setting on the Toshiba Wireless Projector is in Infrastructure mode, it will not connect. However, you can change the settings to Infrastructure mode to match the settings on the - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 287
computer in ad-hoc (peer-to-peer) mode and use the Summit feature. To use this feature: 1 Display the ConfigFree menu. 2 Select the ConfigFree Link option from the Direct Link Toshiba Device submenu. This action switches the computer's wireless network setting to ad-hoc mode, and launches the SUMMIT - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 288
288 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch Using the Automatic . Semi-Automatic Switch Feature The Semi-Automatic feature alerts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 289
289 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature To use the Semi- use the Semi-Automatic Switch feature. When the computer connects to an SSID in a profile, a display notification window appears. You can then click Switch on the window to switch profiles. You can also - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 290
your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 291
area network LCD liquid crystal display LPT1 line printer port 1 (parallel port) LSI large-scale integration MB megabyte MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface PC personal computer PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 292
random access memory static random access memory super video graphics adapter thin film transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator wide area network World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid crystal display (LCD - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 293
per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs in order processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 294
of the computer. It takes information from outside sources, such as memory or keyboard input, processes the information, and sends the results to another device of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time. compatibility - The extent to - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 295
program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device. dialog box - An on-screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction or requesting input from the user. direct current (DC) - The type of power usually supplied by batteries. DC flows in - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 296
the capacity of a high-density diskette). See also diskette, high-density diskette. download - (1) In communications, to receive a file from another computer through a modem unless otherwise stated. driver - See device driver. DVD - An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM. - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 297
Glossary DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) - A very high-capacity storage Also called directory. A container for organizing files saved to a disk. A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical image (icon) of a file folder. A folder can contain files and other folders - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 298
A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to memory resident program. hot swapping - The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. I icon - A small image displayed on the screen - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 299
services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as a mouse. L L1 (level one) cache - Memory on the network. liquid crystal display (LCD) - A type of display that uses a liquid substance - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 300
such as ROM. A computer's main memory is RAM. See RAM, ROM. microprocessor - See central processing or more media, such as sound, animation, and video in a computer program or presentation. Musical Instrument Digital method of refreshing a computer screen, in which each pixel of every line is refreshed - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 301
operating systems are the Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition and Windows® XP Home PC Card - A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers. PC mouse, that enables you to move the cursor on the screen. port - A socket on the computer where you plug in - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 302
memory - See RAM. read-only memory - See ROM. reboot - See boot, restart. removable disk - A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A diskette is one example of a removable disk. resolution - A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 303
- See keyboard shortcut. Toshiba tablet pen - The writing instrument used with the tablet. It is stored on the right side of the computer. TFT display - See active-matrix display. U universal serial bus (USB) - USB is a serial bus that supports download. USB - See universal serial bus (USB). - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 304
304 Glossary utility - A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. VW Web - See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi - A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance which - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 305
Index Numerics 101-key keyboard 91 A AC adaptor 47 AC power connecting adaptor 49 accessories docking solutions 155 memory 54 adding memory 54 adjusting recording quality 144 Alt keys 92 audio .wav files 142 audio features 142 B backing up files 90 battery changing 122 charge indicator light 50, - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 306
monitor not working 229 screen is blank 227 display device external 70 display output settings 70 display, external adjusting 72 disposal information 25 disposing of used batteries 128 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 220 double-click 68 DVD player general problems 242 E environment computer-friendly - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 307
Support Windows XP 218 Hibernation mode 77 configuring 81 starting again from 83 hot key display brightness 262 display modes 262 Hibernation mode 261 instant password security 257 keyboard 264 keyboard Canada requirement 4 installation memory module 55 installing memory modules 54 mouse 72 instant - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 308
263, 264 not working 215 overlay keys 93 troubleshooting 226 Windows special keys 93 keyboard, external 72 keyboard, full-size 91 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 72 M main battery removing 123 memory adding 54 problem solving 223 memory module installation 55 microphone 143 modem determining COM port 133 - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 309
230 display is blank 227 external display not working 229 external monitor 227 faulty memory 223 hardware conflict 219, 220 high-pitched noise 233 illegal operation 213 Internet bookmarked site not found 218 Internet connection is slow 218 keyboard not responding 215 missing files/trouble accessing - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 310
110 S safety computer 129 disposing of batteries 128 icons 37 precautions 41 saving files 97 screen blank 227 does not look normal/flickers 228 rotating 85 secondary button 68 setting up adding memory 54 computer 44 setting up a connection 136 sound problem solving 233 sounds recording 142 speakers - Toshiba Tecra M7-S7331 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Tecra M7 - Page 311
Hardware Setup 183, 188 Toshiba online resources 109 Toshiba Rotation Utility 186 Toshiba Tablet Access Code Utility 190 Toshiba tablet pen 148 using 149 Toshiba utilities 156 traveling tips 129 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 242 external keyboard 226 keyboard 226 keypad overlay 226
PMAD00077011
05/06
Tecra
®
M7 Series
User’s Guide
If you need assistance:
❖
Toshiba’s Support Web site
pcsupport.toshiba.com
❖
Toshiba Global Support Centre
Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777
Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273
For more information, see
“If Something Goes Wrong” on
page 212
in this guide.