Toshiba Satellite Pro L70-A User Manual

User's ManualC70/C70t/C70D/C75/C75t/C75D/L70/L70t/L70D/L70Dt/S70/S70t/S70D/S70Dt

Battery is a consumption product, since the battery time depends onthe usage of your computer. If the battery cannot be charged at all,then it is a de

Disabled Enables Sleep and Charge function only whenthe AC adaptor is connected.Disable features whenthe battery levelreachesSpecifies the lower limit

Notes on useThis software is a multimedia player which can be used to play back video,music and photo. However, some files may not be able to play bac

2. Click Photos in the upper-left corner of the screen.3. Select a folder icon or date icon for playback.4. Click a photo file to playback.Opening TOS

The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modifyTOSHIBA's obligations under its standard limited warranty in any way.TOSHIBA&apos

Operate the computer at full power.Do not use power-saving features.Do not write to the media when the virus check software is running.Wait for it to

When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk willbe reformatted and all data will be lost.Please make sure that the Boot Speed is se

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 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

4. The names "OpenSSL Toolkit" and "OpenSSL Project" must not beused to endorse or promote products derived from this softwarewith

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/Blu-rayDisc™ in the driveMake sure the drive’s disc tray is securely closed.Press gently until it clicks in

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

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 ProcedureExternal devicesconnected to thecompatible ports donot work whenconnected to acompatible port.Some external devices may not work when

External monitorPlease also refer to Operating Basics, and to the documentation suppliedwith your monitor for further information.Problem ProcedureMon

Copyright remains Eric Young's, and as such any Copyright notices in thecode are not to be removed.If this package is used in a product, Eric You

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

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

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

Computer 19V DC External RGB monitor port pin assignment610151511Pin Signal Name Description I/O1 CRV Red Video Signal O2 CGV Green Video Signal O3

Current rating: Minimum 2.5 amperes Certification agenciesChina: CQCU.S. and Canada: UL listed and CSA certifiedNo. 18 AWG, Type SVT or SPT-2Austral

AustraliaAS approvedEuropeApproved by the appropriateagencyCanadaCSA approvedChinaCCC approvedInformation for Wireless DevicesWireless Technology Inte

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

Always turn off wireless functionality if the computer is near automaticcontrol equipment or appliances such as automatic doors or firedetectors. Radi

The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of thewireless communication. Communications at lower transmit range maytravel larger

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

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

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

Article 14 The low power radio-frequency devices shall notinfluence aircraft security and interfere legalcommunications;If found, the user shall cease

1. 2.4 : This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4GHz.2. DS : This equipment uses DS-SS modulation.3. OF : This equipment uses OFDM modulation.4. 4 : The

Realtek® RTL8188EE 802.11b/g/n Wireless LANThe Name of the radio equipment: RTL8188EEDSP Research, Inc.Approval Number: D120135003Atheros WB222 802.11

Legal FootnotesNon-applicable IconsCertain computer chassis are designed to accommodate all possibleconfigurations for an entire product series. There

Memory (Main System)Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics system forgraphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of main

LCDOver a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, thebrightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate. This is an intrinsiccharacteri

IndexAAC adaptoradditional 4-41connecting 2-3DC IN 19V jack 3-2 ASCII characters 4-5BBatteryextending life 4-25monitoring capacity 4-23real time clock

LLANcable types 4-27connecting 4-28 MMedia careCard care 4-35Memory card care 4-35 Memoryinstalling 4-29removing 4-32 memory media cardinserting 4-36r

Optical disc drive safety instructionsBe sure to check the precautions at the end of this section.The drive model employs a laser system. To ensure pr

setting 2-9System automatic 5-5 Sound systemproblems 6-12 TTOSHIBA Desktop Assist 5-1UUSB deviceproblems 6-10 VVideo mode 4-42Video RAM 3-11WWeb Camer

observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to thecomputer.Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cauti

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

Make sure all disk/disc activity has ended before moving thecomputer.Turn off (shut down) the computer.Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals b

Please read. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use ofyour equipment.User's Manual 1-15

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

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

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

It is a good idea to periodically back up the internal Hard Disk Drive orother main storage device to external media. General storage media isnot dura

When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer, always follow thesteps in the exact order as described in this User’s Manual.Connecting the power cab

3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet - the DC IN/Battery indicatorshould glow.Opening the displayThe display panel can be opened to a wide r

When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on thepalm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand toslowly open or close

Getting to know WindowsFor detailed information on what is new and how to operate Windows 8,please refer to the Windows Help and Support.Start screenT

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

Press CTRL, ALT and DEL simultaneously (once) to display the menuwindow, and then select Restart by clicking the power icon ( ) in thelower-right corn

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

Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is inHibernation Mode, as data will be lost.Do not switch to Hibernation Mode while transf

Memory media ... 4-33External Display ...

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

Power indicator The Power indicator glows white when thecomputer is turned on. However, if you turn thecomputer off into Sleep Mode, this indicator wi

Universal Serial Bus(USB 2.0) portOne or two Universal Serial Bus ports, whichcomply to the USB 2.0 standard, are provided onthe left side of the comp

Microphone jack A 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enablesconnection of a mini jack for monauralmicrophone input.The integrated sound system provides suppo

Security lock slot A security cable can be attached to this slot andthen connected to a desk or other large object inorder to deter theft of the compu

Battery lock Slide the battery lock to release the battery packready for removal.Battery release latch Slide and hold this latch into its "Unlock

Figure 3-6 The front of the computer with the display panel open178623 45710111312149178623 457101113121491. Wireless communication antennas(not shown

Legal Footnote (Wireless LAN)For more information regarding Wireless LAN, please refer to the LegalFootnotes section.Microphone The built-in microphon

Stereo speakers The speakers emit sound generated by yoursoftware as well as audio alarms, such as lowbattery condition, generated by the system.Power

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

Legal Footnote (Battery Life)For more information regarding Battery Life, please refer to the LegalFootnotes section.CPU The processor type varies dep

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

overrides will be used automatically each time the specified programs arelaunched.Please use the default setting for NVIDIA Optimus technology.If the

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

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

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

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

Optical disc drivesThe computer may be installed with a DVD Super Multi drive, Blu-ray™Combo drive or Blu-ray™ Writer drive (BDXL™). When the computer

2. Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully opened.Figure 4-2 Pressing the eject button and pulling the disc tray open211. Eject button 2

Removing discsTo remove the disc, follow the steps as detailed below:Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the opticaldisc dri

CD-RW discs including multi speed CD-RW discs, high-speed CD-RWdiscs and ultra-speed CD-RW discs can be recorded more than once.DVDsDVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-

Damage to any disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting withthis product.Any change or loss of the recorded contents of media that may becaused

DVD-RW:DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for Version 1.1 or version1.2Victor Company of Japan, Ltd. (JVC) (for 2x, 4x and 6x speed media)MITSUBIS

Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media - do notuse the cut-and-paste function as the original data will be lost if thereis a w

Do not playback video while watching or recording television programsusing other applications. Doing so may cause video playback ortelevision program

When viewing video on an external display or TV, change the displaydevice before playing. Video can be played only on internal LCDdisplays or external

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached tothis equipm

Close all other applications before playing back video. Do not openany other applications or carry out any other operations during videoplayback.Do no

This software can only playback MPEG2, MP4 and WTV files createdby the preinstalled applications on the same computer. Playback maynot function proper

Important Safety Information for 3D FunctionPlease refrain from or stop viewing if you feel ill or experiencediscomfort before or while watching 3D vi

The TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER is intended for playing DVD-Video,DVD-VR and video files and for viewing 2D home video content in 3D.The 3D playback of any v

Notes on 3D Playback for TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc PlayerThe 3D playback function can playback 3D video content, and your 2Dhome video content and other 2D

Depending on the system environment, the player may automaticallyswitch into 2D if you perform any of the following operations during 3Dplayback. Furt

BatteryThis section explains battery types, use, recharging methods and handling.Battery typesThe computer has different types of batteries.Battery pa

The lithium ion battery pack can explode if not replaced, used,handled or disposed of properly. Dispose of the battery as required bylocal ordinances

Battery type Power off Power onBattery pack(24Wh, 3 cell)About 3 hours max About 3~5 hoursBattery pack(48Wh, 6 cell)About 3 hours max About 3~5 hoursB

Clicking the battery icon on the TaskbarVia the Battery Status in the Windows Mobility Center windowYou should wait at least 16 seconds after turning

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

Battery type Sleep Mode Shut Down ModeBattery pack(24Wh, 3 cell)About 2 days About 22 daysBattery pack(48Wh, 6 cell)About 4 days About 43 daysBattery

This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack, andbegins with the removal process which is detailed through the followingsteps.Do n

Installing the battery packTo install a battery pack, follow the steps as detailed below:Do not touch the battery release latch while holding the comp

Connecting the LAN cableTo connect the LAN cable, follow the steps as detailed below:Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable. The ACada

Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA.Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the followingconditions.a. The computer is turned on

6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off.Figure 4-8 Removing the memory module cover211. Screw 2. Memory module cover

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 4-10 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

Please note that an adaptor is required to use miniSD/microSD Card.Please note that not all memory media have been tested and verifiedto work correctl

Canadian regulatory information (Canada only)This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noiseemissions from digital apparatus

Formatting a memory media cardMemory media cards are sold already formatted in conformity to specificstandards. If you reformat a memory card, be sure

Inserting memory mediaThe following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. Toinsert memory media, follow the steps as detailed be

Do not remove only the miniSD/microSD Card while leaving theadaptor in the memory media slot.External DisplayYour computer video capabilities can be e

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

3. To use the internal speakers on your computer, select Speakers. To usethe television or the external monitor that you have connected to thecomputer

To learn more details on how to complete the connection, please refer tothe application help.Some copy protected media contents may not play on the ex

Memory Kit DDR3/DDR3L-1600/1866 memory modules caneasily be installed in the computer.The available option memory depends onTOSHIBA authorization.Univ

DTS Studio Sound is provided with some models. It provides the followingfeatures:Advanced audio rendering to match 2D and 3D video content forenvelopi

If you are running some applications (for example a 3D application or videoplayback), you may see some disturbance, flickering or frame dropping onyou

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

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

TOSHIBA DisplayUtilityTOSHIBA Display Utility includes Desktop TextSize utility, Split Screen utility and Other Settings.Desktop Text Size allows you

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

*1 To access the Power Options, click Desktop -> Desktop Assist (in taskbar) -> Control Panel -> System and Security -> Power Options.Disp

Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you can usethis feature to allow you to turn off power to thecomputer without exiting from your softwar

Passwords set by the TOSHIBA Password Utility function are different fromthe Windows password.User PasswordTo start the utility, click the following i

To start BIOS Setup.1. In the Settings charm, click Power and then select Restart.2. Hold down the F2 key and then release this key one second afterth

At this point, the function keys do not work. They will function after youenter the password.2. Enter the Password.3. Press ENTER.If you enter the pas

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 and Charge function is enabled, the computer’s battery willdischarge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off. It isrecommended