Toshiba NB510 User Manual

User's ManualNB510

ENERGY STAR® ProgramYour Computer model may be ENERGY STAR®compliant. If the model you purchased is compliant, it islabeled with the ENERGY STAR logo

Problem ProcedureNo display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controlson the external monitor.Press the FN + F5 hot key in order to change the

Wireless LANIf the following procedures do not restore LAN access, consult your LANadministrator. For more information on wireless communication, refe

If a problem occurs when you are running software applications,consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestionsand consider calling

Appendix ASpecificationsThis appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specifications.Physical DimensionsSize 262(w) x 187(d) x 14/35(h) millimeter

External RGB monitor port pin assignment610151511Pin Signal Name Description I/O1 CRV Red Video Signal O2 CGV Green Video Signal O3 CBV Blue Video Sig

Appendix BAC Power Cord and ConnectorsThe power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the variousinternational AC power outlets and the cord mu

The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U.S.A. andCanada, the United Kingdom, Australia, Europe and China.USAUL approvedUnited Kingdo

Appendix CLegal FootnotesThis chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBAcomputers.Non-applicable IconsCertain computer chass

conditions. Read additional restrictions in your product documentation.Contact Toshiba technical service and support. Refer to Chapter 6,Troubleshooti

Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)Graphics processing unit ("GPU") performance may vary depending onproduct model, design configuration, applica

PrefaceCongratulations on your purchase of this computer. This powerful notebookcomputer provides excellent expansion capability, includes multimediaf

Appendix DInformation for Wireless DevicesWireless LAN InteroperabilityThe Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems Direct SequenceSpread Spe

Please visit http://www.pc.support.global.toshiba.com, if you have anyquestions about using Wireless LAN or Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA.In Europe visi

Italy: - For private use, a generalauthorization is required if WAS/RLAN’s are used outside ownpremises. For public use, a generalauthorization is req

Restrictions for Use of 5470-5725MHz Frequencies in EuropeItaly: - For private use, a generalauthorization is required if WAS/RLAN’s are used outside

designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation.Refer to the FCC information section for the detai

Using this equipment in JapanIn Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400MHz to 2,483.5MHz for secondgeneration low-power data communication systems suc

4. : This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobileobject identification system

When using the wireless device in any country or region, refer to thesection Approved Countries/Regions for use in the online manual.Radio approvals f

Norway Oman Pakistan PanamaPapua NewGuineaParaguay Peru PhilippinesPoland Portugal Puerto Rico QatarRomania Saudi Arabia Senegal SerbiaSingapore Slova

Cyprus Czech Republic DemocraticRepublic of theCongoDenmarkDominicanRepublicEcuador Egypt El SalvadorEstonia Finland France GeorgiaGermany Ghana Greec

Display ABC Names of windows or icons or text generated bythe computer that appear on its display screen arepresented in the type face you see to the

Approved Countries/Regions for the Atheros AR938xWireless Network AdapterThis equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regionsin t

Uruguay Venezuela Vietnam Approved Countries/Regions for the Atheros AR5B22802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN and BluetoothThis equipment is approved to the ra

Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South AfricaSouth Korea Spain Sweden SwitzerlandTaiwan Thailand U.K UAEUkraine USA Uruguay VenezuelaVietnam Approved

Poland Portugal Qatar RussiaSaudi Arabia Serbia Slovak Republic SloveniaSouth Africa South Korea Spain SwedenSwitzerland Taiwan Thailand TurkeyUkraine

IndexAAC adaptoradditional 3-26connecting 1-3DC IN 15V jack 2-4 ASCII characters 3-6BBatterycharging 5-5extending life 5-7indicator 5-2monitoring capa

FN + ESC (Mute) 3-4FN + F1 (Lock) 3-4FN + F10 (Arrow mode) 3-3FN + F11 (Numeric mode) 3-3FN + F12 (ScrLock) 3-3FN + F2 (Power Plan) 3-4FN + F3 (Sleep)

MMedia careCard care 3-16Memory card care 3-16 Memoryadditional 3-26installing 3-18removing 3-21 memory media cardinserting removing Memory media sl

SSD/SDHC Cardformatting 3-15inserting 3-16note 3-15removing 3-17 Security lock 3-25Sleep Modesetting 1-7System automatic 4-4 Soft keysENTER 3-3ScrLock

General PrecautionsTOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain andwithstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precaut

Stress injuryCarefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It containsinformation on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands a

Chapter 1Getting StartedThis chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic information tostart using your computer.Some of the features described

TOSHIBA Value Added PackageTOSHIBA Web Camera ApplicationTOSHIBA Flash CardsTOSHIBA HDD/SSD Alert UtilityTOSHIBA Media ControllerTOSHIBA Audio Enhance

Connecting the AC adaptorAttach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want tooperate from AC power. It is also the fastest way to

1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.Figure 1-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (2-pin plug)Figure 1-2 Connecting the power cord to

Figure 1-4 Opening the display panel11. Display panelUse reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel. Openingit vigorously or slamming

Table of ContentsPrefaceGeneral PrecautionsChapter 1Getting StartedEquipment checklist ...

1. Open the display panel.2. Press and hold the computer's power button for two or three seconds.Figure 1-6 Turning on the power1. Power buttonSt

Do not turn the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately - waita short period to avoid any potential damage.Sleep ModeIf you have to interru

Benefits of Sleep ModeThe Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits:Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than doesthe Hiber

Save your data. While entering Hibernation Mode, the computer savesthe contents of memory to the hard disk drive. However, for safetysake, it is best

Data save in Hibernation ModeWhen you turn off the power in Hibernation Mode, the computer will take amoment to save the current data in memory to the

Chapter 2The Grand TourThis chapter identifies the various components of the computer - it isrecommended that you become familiar with each before you

DC IN/Battery indica-torThe DC IN/Battery indicator shows the conditionof the DC IN and the battery's charge - greenindicates the battery is full

Do not block the cooling vents. Keep foreign metal objects, such asscrews, staples and paper clips, out of the cooling vents, Memory mediaslot and USB

Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply. It could causedamage or malfunction.External RGB monitorportThis port provides a 15-pin, analog VGA po

UndersideThe following figure shows the underside of the computer. You shouldensure that the display is closed before the computer is turned over toav

Chapter 4Utilities & Advanced UsageUtilities and Applications ... 4-1Special fe

Front with the display openThis section shows the computer with the display panel open. In order toopen the display, lift the display panel up and pos

Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you torecord video or take photographs with yourcomputer. You can use it for video chatting orvideo conf

Keyboard The internal keyboard provides the embeddednumeric overlay keys, dedicated cursor controloverlay keys, and and Keys. Refer to theThe Keyb

RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real TimeClock (RTC) and calendar.Video RAM The memory in a computer's graphics adaptor,used to

Chapter 3Operating BasicsThis chapter describes the basic operations of your computer andhighlights the precautions that should be taken when using it

104/105-key enhanced keyboard functions can be performed on thecomputer.Figure 3-2 The keypadThe number of keys available on your keyboard will depend

Function keys: F1 … F12The function keys (not to be confused with the special FN key) are thetwelve keys at the top of your keyboard - these keys func

Hot Key CardsThe Hot Key Cards are normally hidden from view. The Cards appearwhen you press the FN key.To use the Hot Key Cards:1. Press and hold the

WirelessPressing FN + F8 switches the active wireless devices.If no wireless communication device is installed, no dialog box will appear.Touch PadPre

Turning on the overlaysThe numeric keypad overlay can be used for numeric data input or cursorand page control.Arrow ModeTo turn on Arrow Mode, press

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3. Release ALT or ALT + FN - the ASCII character will appear on thedisplay screen.TOSHIBA Disc CreatorYou can use TOSHIBA Disc Creator when you connec

When you back up a DVD disc, be sure that the source drive supportsrecording to DVD-R, DVD-R (Dual Layer), DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R(Double Layer) or DVD+R

Turn all wireless functionalities off when near a person who may havea cardiac pacemaker implant or other medical electric device. Radiowaves may affe

4. Follow the wizard. You will need the name of the wireless networktogether with security settings. Consult the documentationaccompanied with your ro

The range of your wireless devices can be affected when theantennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high-densitymaterials.Range is also impac

any computing products and/or other electronic devices that use Bluetooth,other than TOSHIBA notebook computers.Release Notes related to the Bluetooth

If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX), be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher. You cannot use aCAT3 cable.I

Additional memory modulePeripheral devicesExternal monitorHDMIOtherSecurity lockOptional TOSHIBA accessoriesMemory media slotThe computer is equipped

Points to note about the SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cardSD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards comply with SDMI (Secure Digital MusicInitiative), which is a technology ad

Media careObserve the following precautions when handling the card.Do not twist or bend cards.Do not expose cards to liquids or store in humid areas o

FCC informationFCC notice "Declaration of Conformity Information"This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aCla

Figure 3-9 Inserting a memory media121. Memory media slot 2. Memory mediaMake sure memory media is oriented properly before you insert it. Ifyou inser

You should place a mat beneath the computer in order to prevent thecomputer's lid from becoming scratched or damaged when you areinstalling/repla

5. Loosen the screw securing the memory module cover in place -please note that the screw is attached to the cover in order to preventit from being lo

7. Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory slotand gently insert the module into the slot at about a 30 degree anglebefore holdin

8. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with the screw.Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed.Figure 3-12 Se

8. Grasp the module by its edges and remove it from the computer.If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules and thecircuits locating

Figure 3-14 Connecting the monitor cable to the External RGB monitor port121. External RGB monitor port 2. Monitor cable2. Turn the external monitor&a

Figure 3-15 Connecting the HDMI out port121. HDMI out port 2. HDMI cablePlease connect or disconnect an HDMI device to or from the computerunder the f

Do not change the display device under the following conditions.While data is being read or written.While communication is being carried out.Select HD

the following list details some of the items that are available from yourreseller or TOSHIBA dealer:Memory Kit A 2 GB or 4 GB memory module (DDR3-1333

EU Declaration of ConformityThis product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance withthe related European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSH

2. Select Sounds from the menu.Adjusting Microphone LevelFollow the steps below to change the microphone recording level.1. Right click on the speaker

Sound EffectsThis section explains how to select various sound effects.Environment - simulates reverberations of sound for familiarenvironments around

If you are running some applications (for example a 3D application or videoplayback and so on), you may see some disturbance, flickering or framedropp

Do not pick up the computer by its display panel.Before carrying your computer, shut it down, disconnect the ACadaptor and allow it to cool down - a f

Chapter 4Utilities & Advanced UsageThis chapter describes the utlities and special features of your computer,as well as the advanced usage of some

TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface thatprovides access to specific tools, utilities andapplications that make the use and con

TOSHIBA Service Sta-tionThis application allows your computer toautomatically search for TOSHIBA softwareupdates or other alerts from TOSHIBA that are

TOSHIBA WirelessLAN IndicatorTOSHIBA Wireless LAN Indicator utility displaysthe system's Wireless LAN connection status onthe logon screen.You ca

Instant security A specific hot key function automatically locks thesystem providing data security.Intelligent power sup-ply *1A microprocessor in the

USB Wakeup function This function restores the computer from SleepMode depending on the external devicesconnected to the USB ports.For example, if a m

Interference with other devices or machines in the near surroundingarea.Malfunction of, or data loss from, this product caused by disturbancesgenerate

Starting the computer by passwordTo start up the computer with the user password, follow these steps:1. Turn on the power as described in Chapter 1, G

Default Return all HW Setup values to the factorysettings.About Display the HW Setup version.SetupThis field displays the installed BIOS version, date

3. Click OK. If the character string you enter matches the registeredpassword, the password option is reset and the display changes to:Not registered

If a Supervisor Password has been set, manual boot device selectionfunctions may be restricted.The boot device selection methods described above will

Do not install or remove a memory module while Wake-up on LAN isenabled.The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when thesystem is off. Leave t

Performance Let HDD work with maximum performance.(Default)Battery life Let HDD work with battery life mode. If thissetting is selected, this caused p

Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you create Recovery Media.Be sure to close all other software programs except the RecoveryMedia Creator.Do not

5. After Recovery Media Creator starts, select the type of media and thetitle you wish to copy, and then click the Create button.Restoring the pre-ins

Restoring the pre-installed software from theRecovery hard disk driveA portion of the total hard disk drive space is configured as a hiddenrecovery pa

Chapter 5Power and Power-Up ModesThe computer's power resources include the AC adaptor, battery pack andany internal batteries. This chapter prov

The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates thatproducts must be collected and disposed of separatelyfrom household waste. Integrated batteries

Power on Power off(no operation)AC adaptor notconnectedRemainingbattery capacityis above lowbattery triggerpoint• Operates• LED: offRemainingbatte

No light Under any other conditions, the indicator doesnot light.If the battery pack becomes too hot while it is being charged, the chargewill stop an

configuration while the computer is turned off. If the RTC battery becomescompletely discharged, the system will lose this information and the realtim

Charging the batteriesWhen the power in the battery pack becomes low, the DC IN/Batteryindicator will flash amber to indicate that only a few minutes

The DC IN/Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease in batteryoperating time when you try to charge a battery under the followingconditions:The batt

How often and for how long you use the hard disk drive and externaldisk(c) drives.How much charge the battery contained to begin with.How you use opti

4. Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer, andto a wall outlet that is supplying power. The DC IN/Battery indicatorshould glow g

6. Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) to disengage the batterypack and then remove it from the computer (3).Figure 5-1 Releasing the battery

Hot keysYou can use the FN + F3 hot key to enter Sleep Mode or FN + F4 to enterHibernation Mode.Panel power on/offYou can set up your computer so that

Chapter 6TroubleshootingTOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability, however, shouldproblems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed

GOSTDisposing of the computer and the computer'sbatteriesDiscard this computer in accordance with applicable laws andregulations. For further inf

Check all cables to ensure they are correctly and firmly attached to thecomputer - loose cables can cause signal errors.Inspect all connecting cables

Hardware If you cannot find a software problem, you shouldthen check the setup and configuration of yourhardware. First run through the items in thepr

indicator is glowing, the computer is connected to a live external powersource.Hardware and system checklistThis section discusses problems caused by

BatteryIf you suspect a problem with the battery, you should check the status ofthe DC IN/Battery indicator.Problem ProcedureBattery doesn’tpower the

Real Time ClockProblem ProcedureThe BIOS settingand system date/time are lost.The charge in the Real Time Clock (RTC) batteryhas run out - you will ne

Problem ProcedureNo display Press the FN + F5 hot keys to adjust the displaypriority, and to make sure it is not set for output toan external monitor.

Problem ProcedureMemory media carderror occursRemove the memory media card from thecomputer and then reinsert it in order to ensure it isfirmly connec

Problem ProcedureThe on-screenpointer moves toofast or too slowIn this instance, you should initially try changingthe speed setting within the Mouse C

Problem ProcedureDouble-clicking doesnot workIn this instance, you should initially try changingthe double-click speed setting within the MouseControl

Problem ProcedureNo sound is heard Adjust the volume.To increase the volume click the volume up button,and to decrease it click the volume down button