Toshiba Satellite S50-A Manuale Utente

User's ManualL50/L50D/S50/S50D/S50t/S50Dt/P50/P50t

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

Creating Recovery MediaRestoring the pre-installed software from your created RecoveryMediaRestoring the pre-installed software from the Recovery Hard

Do not shut down/log off or Sleep/Hibernate while writing or rewritingthe media.Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subjected tovibra

4. Use the up and down cursor key to select the appropriate option fromthe menu according to your actual recovery media.5. A menu will be displayed fr

* Please note that this service is not free-of-charge.1. Visit https://backupmedia.toshiba.eu on the Internet.2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Yo

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 you are using the AC adaptor, check that the wall outlet is working byplugging in another device, such as a lamp.Verify that the computer is on by

AC powerIf you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connectedyou should check the status of the DC IN/Battery indicator. Please re

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

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Problem ProcedureMarkings appear onthe computer'sdisplay panel.These marks may have come from contact with thekeyboard and Touch Pad while the di

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

Problem ProcedureOn-screen pointerdoes not respond topointing deviceoperationIn this instance the system might be busy - Trymoving the mouse again aft

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

Problem ProcedureI cannot use theSleep and Chargefunction.Sleep and Charge function may be disabled.Enable the Sleep and Charge function in theTOSHIBA

Problem ProcedureThe "USB Wakeupfunction" does notwork.When Sleep and Charge function is enabled, the"USB WakeUp" function does no

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

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

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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:

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

Information regarding the use of this software with these operating systemsis listed below, with further details being contained with the electronic h

Luxembourg: Implemented General authorization required fornetwork and service supply.Norway: Implemented This subsection does not apply forthe geograp

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

In the usual operating configuration, the distance between the antenna andthe user should not be less than 20cm. Please refer to the computer user’sma

USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVERCAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER INCONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDIN

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-

Norway Philippines Poland PortugalRomania Slovak Republic Slovenia SpainSweden Switzerland UK USALegal FootnotesNon-applicable IconsCertain computer c

64-Bit Computing64-bit processors are designed to take advantage of 32 and 64 bitcomputing.64-bit computing requires that the following hardware and s

After going through many charge and discharge cycles, the battery will loseits ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced.Thi

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IndexAAC adaptoradditional 4-38connecting 2-2DC IN 19V jack 3-2 ASCII characters 4-5BBatteryextending life 4-25monitoring capacity 4-24real time clock

LLANcable types 4-26connecting 4-26 MMedia careCard care 4-33Memory card care 4-33 Memoryinstalling 4-28removing 4-30 memory media cardinserting 4-34r

setting 2-7System automatic 5-5 Sound systemproblems 6-12 TTOSHIBA Disc Creator 4-12TOSHIBA HDD/SSD AlertUtility 5-3TOSHIBA PC DiagnosticTool 5-1UUSB

Disposing of the computer and the computer'sbatteriesContact an authorized TOSHIBA service provider for details regarding howto dispose of the co

PrecautionsCAUTION: This appliance containsa laser system and is classified as a“CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” Touse this model properly, read theinstructio

Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provideadequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat.To keep your computer in prime

Be careful not to spill liquids into the computer. If the computer doesget wet, turn the power off immediately and let the computer drycompletely - in

Instruction Manual for Safety and ComfortAll important information on the safe and proper use of this computer isdescribed in the enclosed Instruction

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

The AC adaptor can automatically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz, enabling you to useth

Figure 2-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (2-pin plug)Figure 2-2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (3-pin plug)Either a 2-pin o

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

After you turn on the power for the first time, do not turn it off until youhave set up the operating system.Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows

2. Make sure all disk/disc activity has stopped before removing the disk/disc.If you turn off the power while a disk (disc) is being accessed, you may

Before entering Sleep Mode, be sure to save your data.Do not switch to Sleep Mode while transferring data to external media,such as USB devices, memor

When the computer is in Sleep Mode, the Power indicator will blinkwhite.If you are operating the computer on battery power, you can lengthenthe overal

1. Click Start. Point to the arrow ( ) beside the Shut down button andthen select Hibernate from the menu.Automatic Hibernation ModeThe computer can b

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

Memory media ... 4-31External Display ...

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

LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptorhas built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10megabits per second, 10BASE-T), or FastEthernet LAN

Figure 3-3 The right side of the computer76 813 4 521. Headphone jack 5. HDMI out port2. Microphone jack 6. External RGB monitor port3. Universal Seri

External RGB monitorportThis port provides 15-pin, analog RGB port.Please refer to the External RGB monitor port pinassignment section for information

Figure 3-5 The underside of the computer211321131. Cooling vents 2. Memory module slot3. Force shut down hole Product appearance depends on the model

Force shut down hole Insert a slender object such as a needle into thishole to force a shut down when the computer ishung.Front with the display openT

Figure 3-6 The front of the computer with the display panel open178623 45710111312149915178623 457101312149911151. Wireless communication antennas(not

WirelesscommunicationantennasSome computers in this series are equipped withWireless LAN/Bluetooth antennas.Legal Footnote (Wireless LAN)For more info

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

Battery pack This computer includes a battery pack inside.However, please do not attempt to dismount orreplace it by yourself. Please contact anauthor

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

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

Please use the default setting for NVIDIA Optimus technology.If the program does not run normally after the setting has beenchanged, please restore th

2. Click Off under Display Power Saving Technology.3. Click Apply.If you want to enable this feature, under the conditions mentioned above,click On un

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

Tap Simply tap your finger on the Touch Pad to acton items on the screen. (Similar to left-click)Pinch or stretch Place two or more fingers down on th

Figure 4-1 Keypad indicators121. CAPS LOCK indicator 2. NUM LOCK indicatorCAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when letter keys arelocked into their u

Specialfunction modeStandard F1-F12 modeFunctionF4 FN + F4 Changes the active display device.To use a simultaneous mode, youmust set the resolution of

3. Press the function key repeatedly to cycle through the availableoptions and release the FN key when the desired option is selected.You can also cli

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned byBluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba Corporation andits affil

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

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-

DisclaimerTOSHIBA does not assume responsibility for the following:Damage to any disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting withthis product.Any

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

You cannot back up CD-ROM, CD-R or CD-RW media to DVD+R,DVD+R DL or DVD+RW media using the "Disc Backup" function ofTOSHIBA Disc Creator.You

How to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc CreatorPlease refer to the Help files for additional TOSHIBA Disc Creatorinformation.TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYERTOSHIBA

In order to protect copyrights, the Windows Print Screen function isdisabled when TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER is running.(Print Screen functions are disabled

recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio andTV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devicesand the

If the menu is opened in the Display Area using the Control window'sTop Menu or Menu buttons, Touch Pad and mouse menu operationsmay not be able

Resume play function cannot be used with some discs on TOSHIBABlu-ray Disc Player.The interactive function on Blu-ray™ discs may not work dependingon

Use the following procedure to open TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc Player Manual.Press the F1 key when TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc Player is launched andclick the Help

The TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER is set by default in the 2D format. Bypressing the 2Dto3D conversion function button, you decide toactivate the 2Dto3D conver

Only Side-by-Side and Interleave 3D video formats are supported forplayback of 3D video content.Notes on 3D Playback for TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc PlayerTh

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

indicator flashes, the computer will enable Hibernation Mode so that you donot lose any data, and automatically turn itself off.You must recharge a ba

3. Charge the battery until the DC IN/Battery indicator glows white.Repeat these steps two or three times until the battery recovers normalcapacity.Mo

Batteries exhausted timeWhen you turn off the power of your computer with batteries fully charged,the batteries will be exhausted within the following

This product and the original options are designed to observe the relatedEMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards. However,TOSHIBA can

The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when thesystem is off. Leave the AC adaptor connected while using thisfeature.The Link speed (10/100/1

2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until youhear the latch click into place.Figure 4-5 Connecting the LAN cable211. LAN jack

Additional memory module is a precision electronic component thatmay be fatally damaged by static electricity. Since the human bodycan carry static el

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 4-8 Sea

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

capacities so that you can easily transfer data from devices, such as digitalcameras and Personal Digital Assistants.Keep foreign objects out of the m

The maximum capacity of SD memory cards is 2GB. The maximumcapacity of SDHC memory cards is 32GB. The maximum capacity ofSDXC memory cards is 64GB.Mem

SD Card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card and SDXC memorycard)Set the write-protect switch to the lock position, if you do not want to recorddata.Inse

If you remove the memory media or turn off the power while thecomputer is accessing the memory media, you may lose data ordamage the media.Do not remo

Note that Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) regulationsprovide, that changes or modifications not expressly approved byTOSHIBA Corporation c

When displaying desktop on an external analog monitor, desktop issometimes displayed on the center of the monitor with black bars arounddesktop (with

When you change the display output device, the playback device may notswitch automatically. In this case, in order to set the playback device to thesa

Security lockA security lock enables you to anchor your computer to a desk or otherheavy object in order to help prevent unauthorized removal or theft

Volume MixerThe Volume Mixer utility lets you control the audio volume for playback ofdevices and applications under Windows.To launch the Volume Mixe

DTS SoundDTS Sound™ utilizes advanced patented techniques to retrieve audio cuesburied in the original source material and deliver immersive surround

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

If you set the boot-up certification (single sign-on) on the modelfeatured with a fingerprint authentication, a fingerprint (or password) isrequired a

TOSHIBA DiscCreatorYou can create CDs and DVDs in a number offormats including audio CDs that can be playedon a standard CD player, and data discs whi

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

HDD automatic poweroff *1This feature automatically cuts off power to thehard disk drive when it is not accessed for aspecified time, with power being

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

Hibernation Mode This feature lets you turn off the power to thecomputer without exiting from your software. Thecontents of main memory are automatica

Sleep and ChargeYour computer can supply USB bus power (DC5V) to the USB port evenwhen the power of the computer is turned OFF. "Power OFF"

Metal paper clips or hair pins/clips will generate heat if they come intocontact with USB ports. Do not allow USB ports to come into contact withmetal

Power supply mode settingsYour PC has multiple charging modes so that many different USB devicescan be supported for Sleep and Charge function. Auto M

Enter Password:Enter a password. The character string you enter is displayed as astring of asterisk.2. Click OK. The following message appears, allowi

The password is necessary only if the computer was shut down inHibernation mode or boot mode. It is not needed in Sleep mode andRestart.To enter a pas

Display—Allows you to select the internal LCD and/or external monitorwhen the computer boots upBoot Setting—Allows you to change the sequence in which

Panel. Doing so will automatically delete all collected information from theHDD.The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modifyTOSHIB

HDD Protection cannot be used in models that are equipped withSSD.When vibration is detected, a message will be displayed on the screen, andthe icon i

environment such as on a table in the workplace or at home. By settingdifferent detection levels for the computer depending on whether it runswith the