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1 L450/L450D3 For DVD Manufacturing License AgreementResponsible for CE-marking: TOSHIBA EUROPE GMBH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany Manufacturer: Toshiba Corporation, 1-1Shibaura 1-chome, Minato-ku,Tokyo, 105-8001,Japan CE compliance■Only CE marked options should be connected / implemented ■Only best shielded cables should be connected 4 Working environmentFor example, the following environments are not approved: Industrial Environments (e.g. environments where a mains voltage of 380 ■Medical Environments ■Automotive Environments ■Aircraft Environments ■Interference with other devices or machines in the near surrounding area 5 Disposal of productsDisposal of batteries and/or accumulators 6 Disposing of the computer and the computer’s batteriesENERGY STAR® ProgramVisit for more information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program REACH - Compliance Statement 7 Compliant with EEE Regulations:The drive has one of the following labels: CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT 8 DVD Super Multi (+-RDL) drive10 CAUTION:VORSICHT: Dieses Gerät enthält ein Laser-Systemund ist als VORSICHT:APPARATET BOR KUN ÅBNES AF FAGFOLK MED SÆRLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER MED LASERSTRÅLER 11 VAROITUSCAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE VORSICHT: DIE VERWENDUNG VON ANDEREN STEURUNGEN ODER EINSTELLUNGEN ODER DAS DURCHFÜHREN VON ANDEREN VORGÄNGEN ALS IN DER BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BESCHRIEBEN KÖNNEN GEFÄHRLICHE STRAHLENEXPOSITIONEN ZUR FOLGE HABEN ■Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak ■Use only the power cord indicated in this manual ■Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions 12 Table of Contents13 Chapter 5 The KeyboardChapter 6 Power and Power-upModes Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords Chapter 8 Optional Devices Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Disclaimers 14 Appendix A SpecificationsAppendix B Display Controller Appendix C Wireless LAN Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors If your computer is stolen Glossary Index 15 PrefaceChapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available Troubleshooting Disclaimers The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer Glossary The Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual 16 AbbreviationsIcons Keys ENTER Key operation CTRL + C CTRL ABCWhen procedures require an action such as typeface you see to the left 17 DisplayABC Messages Terminology 18 General Precautions21 Introduction22 SoftwareStart Control Panel Uninstall a program 23 ProcessorMemory 24 DisksKeyboard Pointing Device 25 PowerPorts Slots Multimedia 26 CommunicationsSecurity 27 Optical disc drive28 Software29 Keypad overlayPower on password Instant security Intelligent power supply *1 Battery save mode *1 Low battery automatic Hibernation Mode *1 Heat dispersal *1 Hibernation Mode 30 Sleep ModeTOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Flash Cards TOSHIBA Accessibility 31 TOSHIBA FaceRecognition TOSHIBA Assist HW Setup utility All Programs Utilities HWSetup ConfigFree All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> ConfigFree TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA -> CD&DVD Applications -> Disc Creator TOSHIBA eco Utility 32 Windows MobilityCenter Lock TOSHIBA Web Camera Application All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utilities -> Web Camera Application TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER 33 Memory expansion1GB, 2GB or 4GB memory module (PC2-6400) can easily be installed in the computer Battery PackAn additional battery pack can be purchased for use as either a spare or replacement. Please refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-upModes refer to Chapter 6 for futher information AC AdaptorIf you frequently use your computer at more than one site, it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in order to remove the need to always carry the adaptor with you USB FDDThe USB floppy diskette drive accommodates connection to one of the computer’s USB ports In use, please be aware that, while you cannot format 720KB floppy diskettes under Windows® 7, you are able to read and write to diskettes that have already been formatted Security lock 35 The Grand Tour49 Getting Started63 Operating Basics64 Loading discs66 Removing discs67 How to remove a CD/DVD when the disc tray will not openTOSHIBA Disc Creator can be used to write data Please refer to the section Writable discs CD-R/RW To write data to TOSHIBA Disc Creator 68 Important messageBefore writing or rewriting 69 DVD+R:MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 8x and 16x speed media) TAIYO YUDEN CO., Ltd. (for 8x and 16x speed media) DVD+R (Double Layer):MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 2.4x and 8x speed media) DVD+R for Labelflash: DVD-RW:MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 2x, 4x and 6x speed media) DVD+RW:MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 2.4x, 4x and 8x speed media) DVD-RAM: DVD Specifications for DVD-RAMDisc for Version 2.0, Version 2.1 or VersionDVD Super Multi drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 16x speed 6x speed (DVD-RWmedia), 5x speed (DVD-RAMmedia) Some types and formats of ■2.6GB and 5.2GB DVD-RAMmedia cannot be read from or written to Discs created in The actual number of rewrites to There are two types of 71 When writing or rewritingAlways copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media - do not use the ■Do not perform any of the following actions: ■Change users in the Windows® 7 operating system ■Start a communication application such as a modem ■Apply impact or vibration to the computer ■Open the optical disc drive 72 DisclaimerTOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following: Damage to any Any change or loss of the recorded contents of ■Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or software TOSHIBA Disc Creator■DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator ■DVD Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator You cannot back up ■TOSHIBA Disc Creator cannot record in packet format 73 Data VerificationHow to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator 74 Notes on use75 Display Devices & AudioTOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Starting TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER 76 Operating TOSHIBA DVD PLAYEROpen TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER HELP 77 Floppy diskettesThe USB floppy diskette drive is available only as an option 3.Always handle floppy diskettes with care to prevent the loss of stored data 9.Do not place heavy objects on your floppy diskettes This section describes some of the audio control functions 78 Adjusting System VolumeVolume Mixer1.Locate the Speaker icon on the task tray Speaker2.Right-clickthe Speaker icon on the task tray 3.Select Open Volume Mixer from the menu Open Volume MixerMute button to mute the sound Mute Applications Windows Sounds Changing System Sounds1.Right-clickthe Speaker icon on the task tray 2.Select Sounds from the menu Sounds Realtek HD Audio Manager Realtek Audio Manager Hardware and Sound Realtek HD Audio Manager Speakers Set Default Device HDMI Output 79 InformationSpeaker Configuration Sound Effects Microphone Effects Default Format 80 Windows Live MessengerToshiba Web Camera Application 81 Web Camera ApplicationBasic 83 How to register the Face Recognition Data84 1:N Mode Login Screen85 1:1 Mode Login screen86 SettingChoose a wireless network from the available connection window and click Connect Security Wireless communication indicator Indicator status IndicationIndicator off No wireless functionality is available Indicator glows Wireless LAN is turned on by an application System Device Manager Network adapters enableDo not install or remove a memory module while Wake-upon LAN is enabled 87 LAN cable typesConnecting the LAN cableTo connect the LAN cable, follow the steps as detailed below: 88 LAN ActiveLink Disconnecting the LAN cableTo disconnect the LAN cable, follow the steps as detailed below: 89 Using the cleaning clothSome models include 1 cleaning cloth ■Do not use the cleaning cloth when it is dirty or wet ■Turn off (shut down) the computer ■Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer ■Close the display panel ■Do not pick up the computer by its display panel 91 The Keyboard99 Power and Power-upModes100 Battery, DC INBattery indicator Flashing amber Amber Green No light 101 DC IN indicatorPower indicator Blinking amberIndicates that the computer is in Sleep Mode and that there is sufficient power available (AC adaptor or battery) to maintain this condition. In Sleep Mode, this indicator will turn on for one second and off for one second Battery typesThe computer has two different types of batteries: ■Battery pack ■Real Time Clock (RTC) battery Battery pack 102 Real Time Clock batteryDispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations When this error appears, the following action is recommended 1.Connect the AC adapter and let the battery charge for 24-hours 2.Press F2 to enter BIOS setup menu 3.Set correct time and date 103 Care and use of the battery packRefer to the enclosed for detailed precautions and handling instructions ■Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between Never remove the battery pack while the Charging the batteriesYou must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged 104 ProceduresTime Battery charging notice 105 Monitoring battery capacityRemaining battery power can be monitored using the following methods ■Clicking the battery icon on the task bar ■Via the Battery Status in the Windows Mobility Center window Maximizing battery operating time■Processor speed ■Screen brightness ■System Sleep Mode ■System Hibernation Mode ■Display power off period ■Hard disk drive power off period ■How much charge the battery contained to begin with ■Where you store your programs and data ■The environmental temperature - operating time decreases at low temperatures 106 Retaining data with power offRetention Time State and Retention Time1 day for 6 cell, 0.5 day for 3 cell (sleep mode) 10 days for 6 cell, 5 days for 3 cell (shut down mode) 30 days Extending battery lifeTo maximize the life of your battery packs: 1.Turn off the computer’s power 109 User PasswordTo start the utility, point to or click the following items: Launch TOSHIBA Assist ->SECURE ->User Password ■Registered ■Not Registered 110 ■Owner String (text box)Supervisor password TOSHIBA Assist ->SECURE ->Supervisor password Starting the computer by password Enter Password [xxxxxxxx] Fn + F1 EnterThe computer has three power-upmodes: ■Hibernation (saves data in memory to the hard disk) ■Boot (does not save data in memory) Refer also to the section Turning off the power in Chapter 3, Getting Started Getting Started 111 Windows utilitiesHot keys Panel power on/off System auto off 113 HW Setup and Passwords117 Optional Devices131 Troubleshooting151 Disclaimers155 Specifications157 Display Controller159 Wireless LAN163 AC Power Cord and Connectors165 If your computer is stolen167 GlossaryIrDA: Infrared Data Association 168 IrDA:IRQ: KB: LAN:LCD: liquid crystal display LCD:LED: light emitting diode LED: MB: MMC:OCR: optical character recognition (reader) OCR:PCB: printed circuit board PCB:PCI: peripheral component interconnect PCI:RAM: random access memory RAM:RGB: red, green, and blue RGB: ROM: RTC:S/P DIF: Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format S/P DIF:SDRAM: synchronous dynamic random access memory SDRAM:SLI: Scalable Link Interface SLI:SO-DIMM: small-outlinedual in line memory module SO-DIMM: TFT:UART: universal asynchronous receiver/transmitter UART:USB: Universal Serial Bus USB:VESA: Video Electronic Standards Association VESA:VGA: video graphics array VGA:XGA: extended graphics array XGA: adaptor: alternating current (AC): analog signal: 169 application:ASCII: asynchronous: backup: BIOS: bit: board: boot:boot disk: See system disk boot disk:bootable disk: See system disk bootable disk: bps: buffer:bus: An interface for transmission of signals, data or electric power bus: byte: 170 cache memory:capacity: CD: CD-ROM: CD-RW: character: chassis: chip: click: CMOS: cold start: COM1, COM2, COM3 and COM4: commands: compatibility: 171 components:Composite Video (YUV): computer program: computer system: configuration: controller: co-processor: CPU: CRT: cursor: data: data bits: DC: default: delete: device driver: dialog box:disable: To turn a computer option off. See also enable 172 disable:Digital Audio: disk drive: disk storage: display: documentation: double click: driver:DVD: An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVD-ROM DVD:Also known as terrestrial digital TV. Digital TV broadcasting standard DVD-R (+R -R): (Dual Layer): DVD-ROM: DVD-RW (+RW -RW): 173 echo:enable: To turn on a computer option. See also disable enable: erase: escape: escape guard time:execute: To interpret and execute an instruction execute: fast infrared: file: firmware:floppy diskette: A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data floppy diskette: floppy diskette drive (FDD):Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hot keys Fn-esse:folder: An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders folder: function keys: 174 gigabyte (GB):graphics: hard disk drive (HDD): hardware:hertz: A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second hertz: host computer: hot key: HW Setup: icon: instruction: interface:interrupt request: A signal that gives a component access to the processor 175 interrupt request:I/O: I/O devices: IrDA 1.1: keyboard: kilobyte (KB): L2 cache: LAN: Light Emitting Diode (LED):main board: See motherboard main board: megabyte (MB): 176 megahertz:memory: menu: mode: modem: network: non-system disk: nonvolatile memory: numeric keypad overlay: 177 OCR:online state: operating system: output: PAL: password:PCI: Peripheral Component Interconnect. An industry standard 32-bitbus PCI: peripheral: pixel: plug and play: pointing device: 178 port:Power Saver: program: prompt: resolution: restart: RGB:RJ11: A modular telephone jack RJ11: RJ45: Read Only Memory (ROM):See S/P DIF: A standard of digital interface for audio S/P DIF: 179 SCSI:SD/SDHC memory card: SECAM L: SIO: soft key: software: stop bit: synchronous: system disk: terminal: TFT display: USB: VGA: 180 volatile memory:warm start: Wi-Fi window: Wireless LAN: write protection: 181 Index
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