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x User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750ENERGY STAR® ProgramDescription on Laser specificationThe optical disc drive such as DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive K

4-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Using the Tablet PC Pen and Reserve PenYou can use the Tablet PC Pen to execute actions and enter data. Hold the Tablet P

User’s Manual 4-3PORTÉGÉ M750Observe the following precautions on the handling of the Tablet PC Pen. In order to avoid damages to the display screen,

4-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Removing the Tablet PC PenTo remove the Tablet PC Pen, follow the steps as described below:1. Push the Tablet PC Pen in t

User’s Manual 4-5PORTÉGÉ M750Double tapLightly tap the tip of the Tablet PC Pen twice on an object and lift it immediately to execute an action. A dou

4-6 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Removing the Reserve Pen caseTo remove the Reserve Pen case, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Save your work.2. Turn

User’s Manual 4-7PORTÉGÉ M750Storing and Removing the Reserve Pen from the Reserve Pen caseFollow the procedures below to remove the Reserve Pen from

4-8 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Using the Tablet modeThis section explains Tablet mode functions and use.Operating the computer in Tablet modeWhen operat

User’s Manual 4-9PORTÉGÉ M750 The function of the display screen varies from model to model. Digitizer screen model: Please use the Tablet PC Pen to

4-10 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750 The display panel works as a touch sensitive digitizer screen. However, the outer edges of the screen may be less sens

User’s Manual 4-11PORTÉGÉ M750Changing to the Tablet modeTo change from Laptop mode to the Tablet mode, follow the instructions below.1. Open the disp

User’s Manual xiPORTÉGÉ M750This computer is equipped with the optical disc drive in the following list according to the model. Manufacturer Type Pan

4-12 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7502. Rotate the display panel clockwise slowly.Figure 4-13 Changing to the Tablet mode (2)3. Close the display panel slowl

User’s Manual 4-13PORTÉGÉ M750Changing to the Laptop modeTo change the operating mode to the Laptop mode, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Raise

4-14 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Method 1: Changing the screen orientation using TOSHIBA Accelerometer Utilities and TOSHIBA Rotation UtilityWhen the TOS

User’s Manual 4-15PORTÉGÉ M7505. Select a screen orientation from the Orientation pull down menu and change the screen.Using Accelerometer UtilitiesIt

4-16 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Using the Fingerprint SensorThis product has a fingerprint utility installed for the purpose of enrolling and recognizin

User’s Manual 4-17PORTÉGÉ M750Points to note about the Fingerprint SensorPlease be aware of the following considerations when using the fingerprint se

4-18 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Observe the following to improve the fingerprint recognition success rate. Enroll two or more fingers. Enroll addition

User’s Manual 4-19PORTÉGÉ M7503. On the User’s Fingers screen click the box above the finger you wish to register.If any of the previously enrolled fi

4-20 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750In use, please be aware of the following limitations of the fingerprint sensor: A warning message will be displayed whe

User’s Manual 4-21PORTÉGÉ M750Fingerprint Authentication Procedure1. Start up the computer.2. At the Windows Welcome screen, choose any of the enrolle

xii User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750PrefaceCongratulations on your purchase of the PORTÉGÉ M750 series computer. This powerful notebook computer provides exc

4-22 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750How to Enable Fingerprint Pre-OS Authentication SettingsIt is necessary to first enroll your fingerprint with the Finger

User’s Manual 4-23PORTÉGÉ M750Fingerprint utility limitationsTOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility technology will be completely sec

4-24 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Using Presto! BizCard 5 SoftwareWeb Camera also has Business Card Reader function.Your computer has been preinstalled wi

User’s Manual 4-25PORTÉGÉ M750Using TOSHIBA Face RecognitionTOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verification library to verify the face data of users

4-26 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750How to register the Face Recognition DataTake a picture for facial verification purposes, and register the data needed w

User’s Manual 4-27PORTÉGÉ M750How to Delete the Face Recognition DataDelete image data, account information, and personal record data created during r

4-28 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7501:1 Mode Login screen1. Turn on the computer.2. The Select Tiles screen will be displayed.3. Select Start face recogniti

User’s Manual 4-29PORTÉGÉ M750Removing the optical disc drive moduleTo remove the optical disc drive, follow the steps as described below:1. Save your

4-30 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Inserting an Ultra Slim Bay HDD Adapor II moduleTo insert the Ultra Slim Bay HDD Adaptor II, follow the steps as describ

User’s Manual 4-31PORTÉGÉ M750Figure 4-21 Removing the DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit II unitInserting a unitTo insert the DVD Super Multi (

User’s Manual xiiiPORTÉGÉ M750IconsIcons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the

4-32 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Using optical disc drivesThe full-size drive provides high-performance execution of CD/DVD-ROM-based programs. You can r

User’s Manual 4-33PORTÉGÉ M7503. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the disc tray. Figure 4-24 Inserting a CD/DVD4. Press gently at the center of the C

4-34 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7505. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into place. Figure 4-25 Closing the CD/DVD

User’s Manual 4-35PORTÉGÉ M750Optical Drive Auto LockThis function automatically locks the optical disc drive eject button if the computer detects any

4-36 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750How to remove CD/DVD when the disc tray will not openPressing the eject button will not open the disc tray when the comp

User’s Manual 4-37PORTÉGÉ M750Important messageBefore you write or rewrite to any of the media supported by the DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive K

4-38 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750CD-R:TAIYO YUDEN CO., Ltd.,MITSUBISHI Chemical Corporation,Ricoh Co., Ltd.Hitachi Maxell,Ltd.CD-RW(Multi-Speed and High-

User’s Manual 4-39PORTÉGÉ M750 If the disc is poor in quality, or is dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may be noted - ensure that you che

4-40 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750 Be sure to close all other software programs except for the writing software itself. Do not run software such as a sc

User’s Manual 4-41PORTÉGÉ M750 Make sure that the write/rewrite operation is completed before going into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode (writi

xiv User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750TerminologyThis term is defined in this document as follows:Start The word “Start” refers to the “ ” button in Microsoft®

4-42 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750 If you add data to a DVD-R, DVD-R (Dual Layer), DVD+R or DVD+R (Double Layer) disc that you have already recorded to,

User’s Manual 4-43PORTÉGÉ M750TOSHIBA DVD PLAYERPlease be aware of the following limitations when you use the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER:Notes on use Frame d

4-44 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Display Devices & Audio “TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER” will only run when “Colors” is set to “Highest (32 bit)”. The “Colors”

User’s Manual 4-45PORTÉGÉ M750Starting TOSHIBA DVD PLAYERUse the following procedure to start “TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER”.1. Insert an DVD-Video in the DVD S

4-46 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Open TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER HELPTOSHIBA DVD PLAYER features and instructions are also explained in detail in “TOSHIBA DVD PL

User’s Manual 4-47PORTÉGÉ M7505. Never use a pencil for writing on a floppy diskette label as the dust from the pencil lead could cause a system malfu

4-48 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750PC Beep LevelFollow the steps below to change the PC Beep playback level.1. Right click on the speaker icon on the Taskb

User’s Manual 4-49PORTÉGÉ M750Default FormatYou can change the sample rate and bit depth of sound.TOSHIBA Mic EffectTOSHIBA Mic Effect provides you wi

4-50 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Region selectionTelecommunication regulations vary from one region to another, so you will need to make sure the interna

User’s Manual 4-51PORTÉGÉ M750Location list for region selection.Displays a sub-menu appears which details location information.Open dialog box, if th

User’s Manual xvPORTÉGÉ M750General PrecautionsTOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portabil

4-52 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7501. Plug the end of the modular cable into the computer’s modem jack.2. Plug the other end of the modular cable into a te

User’s Manual 4-53PORTÉGÉ M750Wireless communicationsThe computer’s wireless communication function supports both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices.O

4-54 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750 Frequency Channel Selection of 5GHz for IEEE 802.11a or/and IEEE802.11n draft 2.0. Frequency Channel Selection of 2.4

User’s Manual 4-55PORTÉGÉ M750Worldwide operationThe Bluetooth radio transmitter and receiver operate in the 2.4GHz band, which is license-free and co

4-56 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Wireless communication switchYou can enable or disable Wireless communication (Wireless LAN, Bluetooth and Wireless WAN)

User’s Manual 4-57PORTÉGÉ M750LAN cable typesIf you are using Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T), be sure to connect with a C

4-58 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7503. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector or router. Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or

User’s Manual 4-59PORTÉGÉ M750Moving the computerWhile the computer is designed for rugged durability you should exercise a few simple precautions whe

4-60 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) ProtectionThis computer has a function for reducing the risk of damage on the hard disk

User’s Manual 4-61PORTÉGÉ M750Detection LevelThis function can be set to four levels. The sensitivity levels in which vibrations, impacts and their si

xvi User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Heat injury Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is used for long periods, its surface ca

4-62 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750TOSHIBA HDD Protection MessageSpecify whether to display a message when TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active.Using the TOSHI

User’s Manual 4-63PORTÉGÉ M750Starting the USB Sleep and Charge UtilityTo start the utility, click Start-> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utiliti

4-64 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Enabling USB Sleep and ChargeThis utility can be used to enable and disable the USB Sleep and Charge function in groups.

User’s Manual 5-1PORTÉGÉ M750Chapter 5The KeyboardThe computer’s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 104/105-key enhanced keyboard - by pressing so

5-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Function keys: F1 … F12The function keys (not to be confused with the special FN key) are the twelve keys at the top of y

User’s Manual 5-3PORTÉGÉ M750Press FN + F10 or FN + F11 to access the computer’s integrated keypad. When activated, the keys with grey markings on the

5-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Sleep: Pressing FN + F3 switches the system to Sleep Mode.Hibernate: Pressing FN + F4 switches the system to Hibernation

User’s Manual 5-5PORTÉGÉ M750ODD: Pressing FN + Tab turns the power of the optical disc drive on/off or ejects the disc tray.TOSHIBA Zooming Utility (

5-6 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Keypad overlayYour computer’s keyboard does not have a separate numeric keypad but includes a numeric keypad overlay whic

User’s Manual 5-7PORTÉGÉ M750Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on)While using the overlay, you can temporarily access the normal keyboard fun

User’s Manual 1-1PORTÉGÉ M750Chapter 1Getting StartedThis chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic information to start using your computer.

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User’s Manual 6-1PORTÉGÉ M750Chapter 6Power and Power-Up ModesThe computer’s power resources include the AC adaptor, battery pack and any internal bat

6-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Table 6-1 Power conditions continued Power onPower off (no operation)AC adaptor connected2nd battery fully charged • Oper

User’s Manual 6-3PORTÉGÉ M750Table 6-1 Power conditions continued*1When the Slice Expansion Battery is not charging.*2When the main battery is not cha

6-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Monitoring of power conditionAs shown in the below table, the Battery, 2nd battery, DC IN and Power indicators on the sys

User’s Manual 6-5PORTÉGÉ M750Power indicatorCheck the Power indicator to determine the power status of the computer - the following indicator conditio

6-6 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Real Time Clock (RTC) batteryThe Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calend

User’s Manual 6-7PORTÉGÉ M750Charging the batteriesWhen the power in the battery pack becomes low, the Battery indicator will flash orange to indicate

6-8 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Battery charging noticeThe battery may not begin charging immediately under the following conditions: The battery is ext

User’s Manual 6-9PORTÉGÉ M750Maximizing battery operating timeA battery’s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge, while

1-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750SoftwareThe following Windows® operating system and utility software are pre-installed. Microsoft Windows Vista TOSHIBA

6-10 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Extending battery lifeTo maximize the life of your battery packs: At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a

User’s Manual 6-11PORTÉGÉ M750Removing the battery packTo remove a discharged battery, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Save your work.2. Turn th

6-12 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Installing the battery packTo install a battery pack, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Insert the battery pack as f

User’s Manual 6-13PORTÉGÉ M7503. Remove the protective cap from the Slice Expansion Battery.4. Open latches on the Slice Expansion Battery and fit a t

6-14 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7505. Open the release latches in the direction of the arrows.Figure 6-6 Releasing the latches6. Lift off the Slice Expansi

User’s Manual 6-15PORTÉGÉ M750TOSHIBA Password UtilityThe TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two levels of password security: User and Supervisor.User

6-16 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750 Change (button)Click this button to change a registered password. Before you can change a password, you must first ent

User’s Manual 6-17PORTÉGÉ M750Supervisor PasswordIf you set a Supervisor Password, some functions might be restricted when a user logs on with the Use

6-18 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7503. Press ENTER.Tablet modeEnter your password by tapping the on-screen keyboard using the Tablet PC Pen or your finger.O

User’s Manual 6-19PORTÉGÉ M750Windows utilitiesYou can configure various settings associated with both Sleep Mode and Hibernation Mode within the Powe

User’s Manual 1-3PORTÉGÉ M750Getting StartedThis section provides basic information to start using your computer. It covers the following topics: Abo

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User’s Manual 7-1PORTÉGÉ M750Chapter 7HW SetupThis chapter explains how to use the TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer, and provides i

7-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750GeneralThis window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons: Default and About. SetupThis field displays the in

User’s Manual 7-3PORTÉGÉ M750Boot PriorityBoot Priority OptionsThis tab allows you to select the priority for booting the computer. The following sett

7-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750To change the boot drive, follow the steps below.1. Hold down F12 and boot the computer.2. The following menu will be dis

User’s Manual 7-5PORTÉGÉ M750USB Memory BIOS Support TypeThis option allows you to set the type of the USB memory to be used as a startup device.Keybo

7-6 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750CPUThis function allows you to set the processor’s operating mode.Dynamic CPU Frequency ModeThis option allows you to con

User’s Manual 7-7PORTÉGÉ M750Built-in LANThis feature enables or disables the Built-in LAN.Device ConfigDevice ConfigurationThis option allows you to

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User’s Manual 8-1PORTÉGÉ M750Chapter 8TroubleshootingTOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability, however, should problems occur you are able t

ii User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Table of ContentsPrefaceGeneral PrecautionsChapter 1 Getting StartedEquipment checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Connecting the AC adaptorAttach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power.

8-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Preliminary checklistYou should always consider the simplest solution first - the items detailed in this checklist are ea

User’s Manual 8-3PORTÉGÉ M750Record your observations so you can describe them in detail to your reseller, dealer or service provider.Hardware and sys

8-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750System start-up When the computer does not start properly, check the following items: Self Test Power Sources Power-on

User’s Manual 8-5PORTÉGÉ M750Overheating power downIn the event that the computer’s internal operating temperature becomes too high, the system will a

8-6 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750BatteryIf you suspect a problem with the battery, you should check the status of the DC IN indicator as well as the Batte

User’s Manual 8-7PORTÉGÉ M750Real Time ClockPasswordKeyboardKeyboard problems can be caused by the setup and configuration of the computer - please re

8-8 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Internal display panelApparent computer’s display panel problems may be related to the computer’s setup and configuration

User’s Manual 8-9PORTÉGÉ M750DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit IIFor more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.Slow performance Th

8-10 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750USB floppy diskette driveFor further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options. Some CD/DV

User’s Manual 8-11PORTÉGÉ M750PC CardFor further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options.Smart CardFor further informa

User’s Manual 1-5PORTÉGÉ M7501. 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

8-12 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Memory StickFor further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options.xD picture cardFor furth

User’s Manual 8-13PORTÉGÉ M750MultiMediaCardFor further information, please refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options.Pointing deviceIf you

8-14 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Double-tapping does not workIn this instance, you should initially try changing the double-click speed setting within th

User’s Manual 8-15PORTÉGÉ M750USB mouseProblem ProcedureOn-screen pointer does not respond to mouse operationIn this instance the system might be busy

8-16 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Fingerprint SensorUSB deviceIn addition to the information in this section, please also refer to the documentation suppl

User’s Manual 8-17PORTÉGÉ M750USB Sleep and Charge functionProblem ProcedureI cannot use the “USB Sleep and Charge function”.The setting of “USB Sleep

8-18 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750eSATA deviceIn addition to the information in this section, please also refer to the documentation supplied with your eS

User’s Manual 8-19PORTÉGÉ M750Additional memory modulePlease also refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options, for further information on inst

8-20 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Sound systemIn addition to the information in this section, please also refer to the documentation supplied with your au

User’s Manual 8-21PORTÉGÉ M750External monitorPlease also refer to Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options, and to the documentation supplied with

1-6 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Opening the displayThe display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing.While holding down the p

8-22 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750i.LINK (IEEE1394) deviceModemProblem Procedurei.LINK device does not functionMake sure the cable is securely connected t

User’s Manual 8-23PORTÉGÉ M750LANWireless LANIf the following procedures do not restore LAN access, consult your LAN administrator. For more informati

8-24 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750BluetoothFor further information on Bluetooth wireless communication, please refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.TOSHIB

User’s Manual A-1PORTÉGÉ M750Appendix ASpecificationsThis appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specifications.Physical DimensionsThis section

A-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Power RequirementsBuilt-in ModemAC adaptor 100-240 volts AC50 or 60 hertz (cycles per second)Computer 15 V DC5.0 amperesT

User’s Manual A-3PORTÉGÉ M750Communication speedData transmission and reception 300/1200/2400/4800/7200/9600/12000/14400/16800/19200/21600/24000/26400

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User’s Manual B-1PORTÉGÉ M750Appendix BDisplay Controller and Video modeDisplay controllerThe display controller interprets software commands into har

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User’s Manual C-1PORTÉGÉ M750Appendix CWireless LANThis appendix is intended to help you get your Wireless LAN network up and running, with a minimum

User’s Manual 1-7PORTÉGÉ M750Turning on the powerThis section describes how to turn on the power - the Power indicator will then indicate the status.

C-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of the wireless communication. Communications at lower t

User’s Manual C-3PORTÉGÉ M750The channel configuration is managed as follows: For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN Infrastructure, the

C-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750*1The channel which can be used depends on the installed wireless LAN module. And the approved channels on using are diff

User’s Manual D-1PORTÉGÉ M750Appendix DBluetooth wireless technology InteroperabilityBluetooth Adaptors from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable

D-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Bluetooth wireless technology and your HealthThe products with Bluetooth wireless technology, like other radio devices, e

User’s Manual D-3PORTÉGÉ M750USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class

D-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750TaiwanUsing Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA equipment in JapanIn Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 - 2,483.5 MHz for

User’s Manual D-5PORTÉGÉ M7502. IndicationThe indication shown below appears on this equipment.(1) 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.(2)

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User’s Manual E-1PORTÉGÉ M750Appendix EAC Power Cord and ConnectorsThe power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC

1-8 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Turning off the powerThe power can be turned off in one of three modes, either Shut Down (Boot) Mode, Hibernation Mode or

E-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750For the United States and Canada, two pin plug configuration must be a 2-15P (250V) or 1-15P (125V) and three pin plug co

User’s Manual F-1PORTÉGÉ M750Appendix FTOSHIBA Anti-theft Protection TimerThis feature allows you to set up a timer-activated BIOS password that will

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User’s Manual G-1PORTÉGÉ M750Appendix GTOSHIBA PC Health MonitorThe TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such

G-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health MonitorThe TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be started using the following methods: Double c

User’s Manual G-3PORTÉGÉ M7504. If the “Please click [OK] to run the TOSHIBA Cooling Performance Diagnostic Tool to check the cooling performance of y

G-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7503. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off.Figure G-1 Removing the cooling module cover4.

User’s Manual H-1PORTÉGÉ M750Appendix HLegal FootnotesThis chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBA computers.Non-applicab

H-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically shut-down. This is a normal protective feature designed to

User’s Manual H-3PORTÉGÉ M750Hard Disk Drive (HDD) CapacityOne Gigabyte (GB) means 109 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. The computer operatin

User’s Manual 1-9PORTÉGÉ M750Benefits of Sleep ModeThe Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits: Restores the previous working environment

H-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750USB Sleep and ChargeThe “USB Sleep and Charge function” may not work with certain external devices even if they are compl

User’s Manual I-1PORTÉGÉ M750Appendix IIf your computer is stolenShould your computer be stolen, however, we’ll help you try to find it. Before contac

I-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750TOSHIBA Theft RegistrationSend to: TOSHIBA Europe GmbHTechnical Service and SupportLeibnizstr. 293055 RegensburgGermanyFa

User’s Manual Glossary-1PORTÉGÉ M750GlossaryThe terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference

Glossary-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750FIR: fast infraredGB: gigabyteHDD: hard disk driveIDE: integrated drive electronicsIEEE: Institute of Electrical a

User’s Manual Glossary-3PORTÉGÉ M750alternating current (AC): Electric current that reverses its direction of flow at regular intervals. analog signal

Glossary-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750bps: Bits per second. Typically used to describe the data transmission speed of a modem.buffer: The portion of the

User’s Manual Glossary-5PORTÉGÉ M750cold start: Starting a computer that is currently off (turning on the power).COM1, COM2, COM3 and COM4: The names

Glossary-6 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750data bits: A data communications parameter controlling the number of bits (binary digits) used to make up a byte.

User’s Manual Glossary-7PORTÉGÉ M750DVD-ROM: A Digital Versatile Disc-Read Only Memory is a high capacity, high performance disc suitable for play bac

1-10 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750 Close the display panel. Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options (to access it, click S

Glossary-8 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750floppy diskette drive (FDD): An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy diskettes.Fn-esse: A TOSH

User’s Manual Glossary-9PORTÉGÉ M750Iicon: A small graphic image displayed on the screen or in the indicator panel. In Windows, an icon represents an

Glossary-10 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Llevel 2 cache: See cache memory.Light Emitting Diode (LED): A semiconductor device that emits light when a curre

User’s Manual Glossary-11PORTÉGÉ M750Nnon-system disk: A formatted floppy diskette you can use to store programs and data but you cannot use to start

Glossary-12 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750peripheral device: An I/O device that is external to the central processor and/or main memory such as a printer o

User’s Manual Glossary-13PORTÉGÉ M750SSCSI: Small Computer System Interface is an industry standard interface for connection of a variety of periphera

Glossary-14 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750TTL: Transistor-transistor logic. A logic circuit design that uses switching transistors for gates and storage.UU

User’s Manual Index-1PORTÉGÉ M750IndexAAC adaptor, 3-3additional, 3-47connecting, 1-4ASCII characters, 5-7BBatterycharging, 6-7extending life, 6-10ind

Index-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750FN + F2 (Power Plan), 5-3FN + F3 (Sleep), 5-4FN + F4 (Hibernate), 5-4FN + F5 (Output), 5-4FN + F6 (Brightness Down),

User’s Manual Index-3PORTÉGÉ M750Floppy diskettes, 4-46Memory card care, 3-23Memory, 3-2additional, 3-47installing, 3-26, 3-31problems, 8-19removing,

User’s Manual 1-11PORTÉGÉ M750Starting Hibernation ModeTo enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below.1. Click Start.2. Click the arrow button ( )

Index-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Security lock, 3-47location, 2-3Sleep Mode, 1-8System automatic, 3-7Slice Expansion Battery, 3-48, 6-5Slice Expansion

1-12 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750 Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds. Once the computer has turned itself off, wait between ten an

User’s Manual 1-13PORTÉGÉ M750Restoring the pre-installed SoftwareDepending on the model you purchased, different ways for restoring the pre-installed

User’s Manual iiiPORTÉGÉ M750TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43Media care. . . . . . . . .

1-14 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7506. After Recovery Disc Creator starts, select the type of media and the title you wish to copy, and then click the Creat

User’s Manual 1-15PORTÉGÉ M7501. Turn off the computer.2. Turn on the computer and when the TOSHIBA screen appears repeatedly press the F8 key.3. The

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User’s Manual 2-1PORTÉGÉ M750Chapter 2The Grand TourThis chapter identifies the various components of the computer. It is recommended that you become

2-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750 Turn Wi-Fi®, Bluetooth and Wireless WAN functionalities off when near a person who may have a cardiac pacemaker implant

User’s Manual 2-3PORTÉGÉ M750Left sideThe following figure shows the computer’s left side.Figure 2-2 The left side of the computerCooling ventsUnivers

2-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Right sideThe following figure shows the computer’s right side.Figure 2-3 The right side of the computerPC Card eject but

User’s Manual 2-5PORTÉGÉ M750Bridge media slot This slot lets you insert an SD/SDHC memory card, miniSD/microSD Card, Memory Stick (PRO/PRO Duo), xD p

2-6 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Back sideThe following figure shows the computer’s back side.Figure 2-4 The back side of the computerDC IN 15V jackExtern

User’s Manual 2-7PORTÉGÉ M750UndersideThe following figure shows the underside of the computer. You should ensure that the display is closed before th

iv User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Radio Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1Supported Frequency Su

2-8 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Docking port This port enables connection of an optional TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator or a Slice Expansion Battery des

User’s Manual 2-9PORTÉGÉ M750Be sure to lock the Ultra Slim Bay latch before you transport or carry the computer.Ultra Slim Bay lock screw (lock posit

2-10 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Front with the display openThis section shows the computer with the display panel open. In order to open the display, li

User’s Manual 2-11PORTÉGÉ M750Web Camera LEDThe Web Camera LED glows when the Web Camera is operating.Display screen Please be aware that, when the co

2-12 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Fingerprint SensorThis sensor enables you to enroll and recognize a fingerprint.Some models are equipped with a Fingerpr

User’s Manual 2-13PORTÉGÉ M750IndicatorsThis section explains indicator functions.System indicatorsThe LED system indicators for specific computer ope

2-14 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Keyboard indicatorsThe following figures show the positions of the CAPS LOCK indicator and the keypad overlay indicators

User’s Manual 2-15PORTÉGÉ M750Figure 2-8 Keyboard indicatorsCAPS LOCK indicatorArrow Mode indicatorNumeric Mode indicatorCAPS LOCK This indicator glow

2-16 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Optical disc driveThe computer is configured with a DVD Super Multi (Double Layer) Drive Kit II. An SATA interface contr

User’s Manual 2-17PORTÉGÉ M750DVDs DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R (Dual Layer) and DVD+R (Double Layer) discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot

User’s Manual vPORTÉGÉ M750Copyright© 2008 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in

2-18 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750AC adaptorThe AC adaptor can automatically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of eit

User’s Manual 3-1PORTÉGÉ M750Chapter 3Hardware, Utilities and OptionsHardwareThis section describes the hardware of your computer.The actual specifica

3-2 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750MemoryPower Module slot 512MB, 1,024MB, 2,048MB or 4,096MB memory modules (DDR2-800) can be installed in the computer’s t

User’s Manual 3-3PORTÉGÉ M750DisksLegal Footnote (Battery Life)For more information regarding Battery Life, please refer to Appendix H, Legal Footnote

3-4 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Optical disc driveDisplayThe computer’s internal display panel supports high-resolution video graphics and can be set to

User’s Manual 3-5PORTÉGÉ M750SoundMultimediaCommunications Legal Footnote (Graphics Processor Unit (“GPU”))For more information regarding the Graphics

3-6 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Ultra Slim BayBluetooth Some computers in this series offer Bluetooth wireless communication functionality which eliminat

User’s Manual 3-7PORTÉGÉ M750Special featuresThe following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the com

3-8 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Instant security A specific hot key function automatically locks the system providing data security.Intelligent power sup

User’s Manual 3-9PORTÉGÉ M750Optical Drive Auto LockThis function automatically locks the optical disc drive eject button if the computer detects any

vi User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual.EU Conformity StatementThis product

3-10 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750TOSHIBA Value Added PackageThis section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre-installed on the computer.USB Wakeu

User’s Manual 3-11PORTÉGÉ M750TOSHIBA Tablet PC ExtensionThis section describes the pre-installed TOSHIBA Tablet PC features that come with the comput

3-12 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Utilities and ApplicationsThis section describes the pre-installed utilities that come with the computer and details how

User’s Manual 3-13PORTÉGÉ M750TOSHIBA Face RecognitionTOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verification library to verify the face data of users when

3-14 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities that improve the ease and control of communication devices

User’s Manual 3-15PORTÉGÉ M750Windows Mobility CenterThis section describes the Windows Mobility Center. Mobility Center is a utility for accessing se

3-16 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Optional devicesOptional devices can expand the computer’s capabilities and its versatility. This section describes the

User’s Manual 3-17PORTÉGÉ M750PC CardThe computer is equipped with a single PC Card slot that can accommodate a Type II format card. Any PC Card that

3-18 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Removing a PC CardTo remove a PC Card, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the

User’s Manual 3-19PORTÉGÉ M750Inserting a Smart CardThe Smart Card slot is located on the left side of the computer. The Windows hot-install feature a

User’s Manual viiPORTÉGÉ M750The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working environments may be: Interference with other device

3-20 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Removing a Smart CardTo remove a Smart Card, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon

User’s Manual 3-21PORTÉGÉ M750Figure 3-5 Examples of memory mediaMemory mediaThis section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle

3-22 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750 The maximum capacity of SD memory cards is 2GB. The maximum capacity of SDHC memory cards is 16GB.Memory media formatN

User’s Manual 3-23PORTÉGÉ M750Memory card care Set the write-protect switch to the lock position, if you do not want to record data. Memory cards ha

3-24 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Removing memory mediaThe following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. To remove memory media, f

User’s Manual 3-25PORTÉGÉ M750Additional memory moduleThis computer is equipped with two memory slots; Slot A is beneath the keyboard and Slot B is in

3-26 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Installing a memory module (Slot A)To install a memory module, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Set the computer to

User’s Manual 3-27PORTÉGÉ M7508. Lift up the back of the keyboard, rotate it toward you and lay in face down on the palm rest.Figure 3-9 Rotate the ke

3-28 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7509. Remove the two screws and take off the memory module cover.Figure 3-10 Removing the memory module cover10. Align the

User’s Manual 3-29PORTÉGÉ M75011. Screw in the two screws and replace the memory module cover.Figure 3-12 Seating the memory module cover12. Insert th

viii User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate national type approvals. It has not been tes

3-30 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Figure 3-13 Replace the keyboard14. Set the keyboard brace into its groove and hold down to secure the latches.15. Insta

User’s Manual 3-31PORTÉGÉ M7506. Grasp the sides of the memory module and pull it out.Figure 3-14 Removing the memory module7. Rotate the keyboard bac

3-32 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7504. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refer to the Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter

User’s Manual 3-33PORTÉGÉ M7508. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one screw.Figure 3-17 Seating the memory module cover9. Inst

3-34 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7504. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6,

User’s Manual 3-35PORTÉGÉ M750HDD Kit (Serial-ATA)An extra hard disk drive expands the flexibility of your system and allows you to carry your data se

3-36 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7506. Lift the cover up and out, and remove it from the computer.Figure 3-19 Removing the hard disk drive cover7. Follow th

User’s Manual 3-37PORTÉGÉ M750 Figure 3-20 Removing the hard disk drive pack Be sure that you grasp the hard disk drive pack by its edges when you r

3-38 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Installing the hard disk drive packTo install the hard disk drive pack, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Grasp the

User’s Manual 3-39PORTÉGÉ M750Ultra Slim Bay HDD Adaptor II (optional)You can increase your computer’s data storage capacity by installing an addition

User’s Manual ixPORTÉGÉ M750Disposing of the computer and the computer’s batteries Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and regul

3-40 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M7503. Close the lid and slide the lock to the lock position.Figure 3-24 Closing the lidFor details on inserting the Ultra S

User’s Manual 3-41PORTÉGÉ M750When you turn on the power, the computer will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or

3-42 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Connecting the USB floppy diskette driveTo connect the drive, plug the floppy diskette drive’s USB connector into a comp

User’s Manual 3-43PORTÉGÉ M750eSATA (External Serial ATA)An device corresponding to eSATA function can be connected to the eSATA/USB combo port on the

3-44 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Disconnecting an eSATA deviceWhen you have finished using an eSATA device, you can follow the procedures below in order

User’s Manual 3-45PORTÉGÉ M750Connecting the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cableTo connect the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Make

3-46 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750TOSHIBA Express Port ReplicatorThe TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator connects directly to the docking interface on the und

User’s Manual 3-47PORTÉGÉ M750Security lockA security locks enable you to anchor your computer a desk or other heavy object in order to help prevent u

3-48 User’s ManualPORTÉGÉ M750Ultra Slim Bay optionsThe following modules can be installed in the Ultra Slim Bay.Battery Pack An additional battery pa

User’s Manual 4-1PORTÉGÉ M750Chapter 4Operating BasicsThis chapter describes the basic operations of your computer, highlights the precautions that sh