Toshiba Satellite C50T-B User Manual

User's ManualC50-B/C50T-B/C50D-B

Following information is only for Turkey:Disposal of products:The crossed wheeled bin symbol means that thisproduct should not be collected and dispos

Touch PadProblem ProcedureThe Touch Pad doesnot work.Check the Device Select settings.Click Desktop Assist(in taskbar) -> Control Panel -> Hardw

USB mouseProblem ProcedureOn-screen pointerdoes not respond tomouse operationIn this instance the system might be busy - Trymoving the mouse again aft

Problem ProcedureUSB device does notworkRemove the USB device from the computer andthen reconnect it to a free port in order to ensure itis firmly att

Problem ProcedureMonitor does notturn onAfter confirming that the monitor's power switch ison, you should check the connections to makesure that

Problem ProcedureWake-up on LANdoes not workMake sure the AC adaptor is connected. TheWake-up on LAN function consumes power evenwhen the system is of

TOSHIBA supportIf you require any additional help using your computer or if you are havingproblems operating the computer, you may need to contact TOS

Chapter 7AppendixSpecificationsThis section summarizes the computer’s technical specifications.Physical DimensionsPhysical Dimensions shown below do n

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

Certification agenciesChina: CQCU.S. and Canada: UL listed and CSA certifiedNo. 18 AWG, Type SVT or SPT-2Australia: ASJapan: DENANHOEurope:Austria:

CanadaCSA approvedChinaCCC approvedInformation for Wireless DevicesWireless Technology InteroperabilityThe Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN s

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Wireless Devices and your healthWireless products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequencyelectromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted b

It may not be possible to make a network connection to a specifiednetwork name using the ad hoc network function. If this occurs, thenew network (*) w

Range is also impacted due to "obstacles" in the signal path of theradio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal.Radio Frequency

EuropeRestrictions for Use of 2400.0-2483.5MHz Frequencies in EuropeFrance: Outdoor uselimited to 10mWe.i.r.p. within theband2454-2483.5MHzMilitary Ra

RussianFederation:Limited e.i.r.p 100mW. Permitted to useonly for indoor applications, closedindustrial and warehouse areas,and on board aircraft.1. P

check the current channel of operation. If operation is occurring outside ofthe allowable frequencies for outdoor use, as listed above, the user mustc

The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna islocated or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of HealthCanada

2. If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations,promptly change the frequency being used, change the location ofuse, or turn off t

Device AuthorizationThis device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and itbelongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-

Korea Latvia Liechtenstein LithuaniaLuxemburg Malta Monaco NetherlandsNorway Philippines Poland PortugalRomania Slovak Republic Slovenia SpainSweden S

6. Redistributions of any form whatsoever must retain the followingacknowledgment:"This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Projec

Contact TOSHIBA technical service and support, refer to TOSHIBA supportsection for more information.64-Bit ComputingCertain 32-bit device drivers and/

Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity1 Gigabyte (GB) means 109 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10.The computer operating system, however, reports stora

IndexAAC adaptoradditional 4-27connecting 2-3DC IN 19V jack 3-2 ASCII characters 4-5BBatteryextending life 4-17monitoring capacity 4-16save mode 5-5 B

connecting 4-18 MMedia careCard care 4-21Memory card care 4-21 memory media cardinserting 4-21removing 4-22 Memory media slot 4-19Moving the computer

TTOSHIBA Desktop Assist 5-1Touch Screen UUSB deviceproblems 6-10 VVideo mode 4-28Video RAM 3-10WWeb Camera 3-6Wireless communication 7-5User's Ma

Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or withoutmodification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met:1. Redist

Introduction============The FreeType Project is distributed in several archive packages; some ofthem may contain, in addition to the FreeType font eng

`You' refers to the licensee, or person using the project, where `using' is ageneric term including compiling the project's source code

Neither the FreeType authors and contributors nor you shall use the nameof the other for commercial, advertising, or promotional purposes withoutspeci

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

The drive model employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of thisproduct, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain forfuture refere

Provide adequate ventilationAlways make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequateventilation and are protected from overheating when the power i

Table of ContentsChapter 1TOSHIBA Legal, Regulatory and SafetyCopyright, Disclaimer and Trademarks ... 1-1

Heat injuryAvoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer isused for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While thetem

Turn off (shut down) the computer.Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving thecomputer.Close the display panel.Do not pick up the c

Chapter 2Getting StartedThis chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic information tostart using your computer.Some of the features described

Right-click Click the right Touch Pad control buttononce.Right click the mouse once.Press and hold on the touch screen (only fortouch screen models).D

chance of developing a painful or disabling injury to your hand, arms,shoulders or neck.This section provides basic information to start using your co

Always use or purchase power cables that comply with the legalvoltage and frequency specifications and requirements in the countryof use. Failure to d

2. Connect the AC adaptor’s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack onyour computer.Figure 2-3 Connecting the DC output plug to the computer12121. DC IN

Figure 2-4 Opening the display panel11. Display panelProduct appearance depends on the model you purchased.Use reasonable care when opening and closin

Turning on the powerThis section describes how to turn on the power - the Power indicator willthen indicate the status. Please refer to the Power Cond

Windows TaskbarPoint to the bottom edge to show the Windows Taskbar on the Startscreen. (If you’ve moved the Windows Taskbar to another edge, pointthe

External Display ... 4-22Security lock ...

Windows StoreAlthough many applications will be pre-installed or built-in to yourcomputer, you will also have the ability to download many otherapplic

Restarting the computerCertain conditions require that you reset the computer, for example if:You change certain computer settings.If you need to rest

If the computer enters Sleep Mode while a network application isactive, the application might not be restored when the computer isnext turned on and t

on, the previous state is restored. Please note that the Hibernation Modefeature does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to theco

1. Click Power Options and then click Choose what the power button does or Choose what closing the lid does.2. Enable the desired Hibernation Mode set

Chapter 3The Grand TourThis chapter identifies the various components of the computer - it isrecommended that you become familiar with each before you

DC IN/BatteryindicatorThe DC IN/Battery indicator shows the conditionof the DC IN and the battery's charge - whiteindicates the battery is fully

Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN jack. It couldcause damage or malfunction.Universal Serial Bus(USB 2.0) portOne Universal S

Universal Serial Bus(USB 3.0) portOne Universal Serial Bus port, which complies tothe USB 3.0 standard, is provided on the rightside of the computer.T

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

Chapter 1TOSHIBA Legal, Regulatory andSafetyThis chapter states the Legal, regulatory and safety information applicableto TOSHIBA computers.Copyright,

Figure 3-6 The front of the computer with the display panel open518897611122431013Figure 3-7 Top side of the touch screen model512431. Microphone 8. D

Do not point the web camera directly at the sun.Do not touch or press strongly on the web camera lens. Doing so mayreduce image quality. Use an eyegla

Keyboard Your computer’s keyboard contains characterkeys, control keys, function keys, and specialWindows keys, providing all the functionality of afu

CPU The processor type varies depending on model.To check which type of processor is included inyour model, open the TOSHIBA PC HealthMonitor utility

Video RAM The memory in a computer's graphics adaptor,used to store the image displayed on a bitmapdisplay.The amount of Video RAM available isde

In Intel® HD Graphics Control Panel:1. Click Power and select On battery.2. Click Off under Display Power Saving Technology.3. Click Apply.If you want

Power on Power off(no operation)AC adaptorconnectedBattery fullycharged• Operates• No charge• LED: white• No charge• LED: whiteBattery partiallych

Power indicatorCheck the Power indicator to determine the power status of the computer -the following indicator conditions should be noted:White Indic

Chapter 4Operating BasicsThis chapter describes the basic operations of your computer, andhighlights the precautions that should be taken when using i

Swipe Quickly move your finger in from the edge of thescreen, without pausing when you first touch it.Swipe from the left edge: shows your recentlyope

Windows, Microsoft and Windows logo are registered trademarks ofMicrosoft Corporation.The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks own

Swipe Quickly move your finger in from the edge of theTouch Pad, without pausing when you first touchit.Swipe from the left edge: shows your recentlyo

CAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when letter keys arelocked into their uppercase format.NUM LOCK When the NUM LOCK indicator glows, you canuse the

Specialfunction modeStandard F1-F12 modeFunctionFN + 1 FN + 1 Reduces the icon size on the desktopor the font sizes within one of thesupported applica

FormatsThe drives support the following formats.DVD Super Multi driveThe drive supports the following formats: CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, CD-DA, CD-T

3. Lay the disc, label side up, in the disc tray.Figure 4-3 Inserting a disc11. Laser lensWhen the disc tray is fully opened, the edge of the computer

When the disc tray pops open slightly, wait a moment to make sure thedisc has stopped spinning before pulling the disc tray fully open.2. The disc ext

Writing discsYou can use the DVD Super Multi drive to write data to either CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW orDVD-RAM dis

CD-R:TAIYO YUDEN CO., Ltd.MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD.CD-RW: (Multi-Speed, High-Speed and Ultra-Speed)MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD.DVD-R:DVD

When writing or rewritingPlease observe the following points while you write or rewrite data to amedia:Always copy data from the hard disk drive to th

Close all other applications when using the CyberLink PowerDVD forTOSHIBA. Do not open any other applications or carry out any otheroperations during

Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached tothis equipment. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals notre

Display Devices & AudioIf the video image is not displayed on an external display or television,stop the CyberLink PowerDVD for TOSHIBA, and chang

playback to work on external display/TV, you need a 3D enabled display/TV that has an HDCP compliant HDMI port.3D playback feature supports the follow

Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort fordetailed precautions and handling instructions.Charge the battery pack only in an a

The battery is nearly completely discharged. In this instance youshould leave the AC adaptor connected for a few minutes and thebattery should begin c

Hard Disk Drive power off periodHow often and for how long you use the Hard Disk Drive and externaldisk drives, for example, optical disc.How much cha

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 a

Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable. The ACadaptor must remain connected during LAN use. If you disconnect theAC Adaptor while the

Figure 4-6 Examples of memory media Secure Digital (SD) Card microSD card adaptor andmicroSD card MultiMediaCard (MMC) Points to note about the

Should you need to format all areas of the memory card, including theprotected area, you will need to obtain an appropriate application thatapplies th

3. Press the memory media gently to ensure a firm connection is made.The memory media will be partially out of the slot.Figure 4-7 Inserting memory me

Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Directive 1999/5/EC,Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC (ErP) and the related implementingmeasures.This product

External displays allows you to share your desktop or extend the desktoparea.Connecting an external displayYour computer comes with a built-in display

The HDMI out portHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port digitally transfers bothvideo and audio data without reducing the quality. HDMI-comp

same device as the display output device, please adjust the playbackdevice manually by the following steps:1. Click Desktop Assist(in taskbar) -> C

To wirelessly connect to an external display, you can follow the steps asdescribed below:1. In the Settings charm, click Change PC settings -> PC a

Figure 4-10 Security lock121. Security lock slot 2. Security lockOptional TOSHIBA AccessoriesYou are able to add a number of options and accessories i

3. On the Levels tab move the Microphone slider to increase ordecrease the microphone volume level.If you feel the microphone volume level is inadequa

Chapter 5Utilities and Advanced UsageThis chapter describes the utilities and special features of this computer,and the advanced usage of some utiliti

TOSHIBA DisplayUtilityTOSHIBA Display Utility includes Desktop TextSize utility, Split Screen utility or Resolution+settings. Desktop Text Size allows

TOSHIBA eco Utility This computer is equipped with "eco mode". Thismode slightly lowers performance of somedevices to reduce electric power

TOSHIBA ServiceStationThis application allows your computer toautomatically search for TOSHIBA softwareupdates or other alerts from TOSHIBA that aresp

VCCI Class B Information (Japan Only)この装置は、クラスＢ情報技術装置です。この装置は、家庭環境で使用することを目的としていますが、この装置がラジオやテレビジョン受信機に近接して使用されると、受信障害を引き起こすことがあります。取扱説明書に従って正しい取り扱いをし

Special featuresThe following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or areadvanced features which make the computer more convenient to use.A

Low batteryautomatic HibernationMode *1When battery power is exhausted to the pointthat computer operation cannot be continued, thesystem automaticall

TOSHIBA Password UtilityThe TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two levels of password security:User and Supervisor.Passwords set by the TOSHIBA Passwor

You can use BIOS Setup to set, change or delete the HDD Password orHDD Master Password.To start BIOS Setup.1. Click the power icon ( ) on the Start s

1. Turn on the power as described in the Getting Started section. Thefollowing message will appear in the screen:Enter Password [ ]At this point, the

LAN—Allows you to set conditions for LANThe settings or options explained here may vary depending on the modelyou purchased.After you changed the sett

If sleep, hibernation, shutdown or reboot operation is in process duringuploading the files to SkyDrive, the operation will not be properlycompleted.T

service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers.Additionally, TOSHIBA may also use this information for quality assuranceanalysis.Su

Restoring the pre-installed software from the Recovery Hard DiskDriveCreating Recovery MediaThis section describes how to create Recovery Media.Be sur

4. Click Desktop Assist(in taskbar) -> Support & Recovery ->Recovery Media Creator on the desktop.5. After Recovery Media Creator starts, se

Disposal of batteries and/or accumulatorsThe crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates thatbatteries and/or accumulators must be collected anddisp

If you have previously chosen to remove the recovery partition and aretrying to create "Recovery Media", you will see the following message:

4. Follow the on screen instructions to finish the recovery.Ordering Recovery Discs from TOSHIBA*You can order Product Recovery discs for your noteboo

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

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

If the indicator is glowing, the computer is on. Also, try turning the computeroff and then on.If you are using an AC adaptor, verify that the compute

Overheating power downIf the processor's temperature reaches an unacceptably high level witheither setting, the computer will automatically shut

Problem ProcedureBattery doesn’tpower the computeras long as expectedIf you frequently recharge a partially chargedbattery, the battery might not char

Internal display panelApparent computer's display panel problems may be related to thecomputer's setup and configuration.Problem ProcedureNo

Problem ProcedureYou cannot access aCD/DVD Disc™ inthe driveMake sure the drive’s disc tray is securely closed.Press gently until it clicks into place