Toshiba g50 User Manual
User’s Manual
Qosmio G50
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Qosmio G50
Table of Contents
Preface
General Precautions
Chapter 1 Introduction
Equipment checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11
TOSHIBA Value Added Package. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13
Utilities and Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-14
Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-18
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
Back. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
System indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
Optical disc drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15
Chapter 3 Getting Started
Connecting the AC adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
Opening the display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
Turning on the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Starting up for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Turning off the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6
Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10
System Recovery Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10
Restoring the pre-installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11
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Chapter 4
Operating Basics
Using the Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
AV Controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Using the Fingerprint Sensor (optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Web Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Using optical disc drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drives. . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Media care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
TV Tuner (optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
Sound system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31
Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Wireless communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40
Computer Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42
Chapter 5 The Keyboard
Typewriter keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Function keys: F1 … F9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Soft keys: FN key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Hot keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Desktop-style Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Chapter 6 Power
Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Monitoring of power condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
TOSHIBA Password Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11
Starting the computer by password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Power-up modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Panel power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
System automatic Sleep/Hibernation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Chapter 7 HW Setup
Accessing HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
HW Setup window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Chapter 8 A V functions
Media Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Front operation panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Remote controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Using the remote controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Installing/Removing batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
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Set-top box Connection Method and Watching TV on
the Media Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-11
Listen to radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-13
TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-14
Chapter 9 Optional Devices
ExpressCard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2
Bridge media slot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-3
Additional memory module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-8
Battery Packs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-12
Universal AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-12
Battery Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-13
USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-13
eSATA (External Serial ATA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-15
External monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-16
HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-17
i.LINK (IEEE1394) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-19
Security lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-21
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting
Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-1
Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-3
TOSHIBA support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-26
Chapter 11 Legal Footnotes
Appendix A Specifications
Appendix B Display Controller and Video mode
Appendix C Wireless LAN
Card Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
Radio Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2
Supported Frequency Sub-bands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2
Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability
Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2
Regulatory statements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2
Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors
Appendix F Usage Restrictions
Appendix G If your computer is stolen
Glossary
Index
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Copyright
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to the use of the information contained herein.
TOSHIBA Qosmio G50 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition June 2008
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Safety lnstructions
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your
computer.
When Using Your Computer
Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with
the base resting directly on your body. With extended operation, heat can
potentially build up in the base. Allowing sustained contact with the skin
could cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn.
■ Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow
installation instructions closely.
■ Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other container where
metal objects (such as car keys) could short-circuit the battery
terminals. The resulting excessive current follow can cause extremely
high temperatures and may result in damage from burns.
■ Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adapter’s power cable and that
the cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on.
■ Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area, such as a desk top or on the
floor, when you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery. Do
not cover the AC adapter with papers or other items that will reduce
cooling; also, do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying
case.
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■ Use only the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for use with
this computer. Use of another type of battery or AC adapter may risk fire
or explosion.
■ Before you connect the computer to a power source, ensure that the
voltage rating of the AC adapter matches that of the available power
source. 115V/60 Hz in most of North and South America and some Far
Eastern countries such as Taiwan. 100 V/50 Hz in eastern Japan and
100 V/60 Hz in westem Japan. 230 V/50 Hz in most of Europe, the
Middle East, and the Far East.
■ If you use an extension cable with your AC adapter, ensure that the total
ampere rating of the products plugged in to the extension cable does
not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable.
■ To remove power form the computer, turn it off, remove the battery, and
disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet.
■ To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not conn ect or
disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this
product during an electrical storm.
■ When setting up the computer for work, place it on a level surface.
EU Declaration of Conformity
This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related
European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe
GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.
The complete and official EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on
TOSHIBA’s web site http://epps.toshiba-teg.com on the Internet.
Qosmio G50
CE compliance
This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related
European Directives, notably Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
89/336/EEC for the notebook and the electronic accessories including the
supplied power adapter, the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications
Terminal Equipme nt Directive 1999/5/EC in case of implemented
telecommunication accessories and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
for the supplied power adapter.
This product and the original options are designed to observe the related
EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards. However,
TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC
standards if options or cables not produced by TOSHIBA are connected or
implemented. In this case the persons who have connected / implemented
those options / cables have to provide assurance that the system (PC plus
options / cables) still fulfils the required standards. To avoid general EMC
problems, the following guidance should be noted:
■ Only CE marked options should be connected / implemented
■ Only best shielded cables should be connected
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GOST
Important Safety Information for Computers with TV tuner
IEC60950-1/EN60950-1 Information technology equipment - Safety Coaxial cable connection to this computer must only be used if the cable
outer conductive shielding has been grounded by the cable installer at the
building premises as close to the point of cable entrance, or attachment, as
practicable and the connection complies with all local cable installation
requirements that are applicable in your area.
Modem warning notice
This information is applicable to the models equipped with a built-in
modem.
Conformity Statement
The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for
pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone
Network (PSTN).
However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in
different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an
unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network
termination point.
In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the
first instance.
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Network Compatibility St atement
This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following
networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional
requirements conditional in EG 201 121.
Germany ATAAB AN005,AN006,AN007,AN009,AN010
and DE03,04,05,08,09,12,14,17
Greece ATAAB AN005,AN006 and GR01,02,03,04
Portugal ATAAB AN001,005,006,007,011 and
P03,04,08,10
Spain ATAAB AN005,007,012, and ES01
Switzerland ATAAB AN002
All other countries/regions ATAAB AN003,004
Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network,
please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details.
The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate
national type approvals. It has not been tested for conformity to national
type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific
function on specific national networks can be given.
Following information is only for EU-member States
Disposal of products
The symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household
waste. Please ensure this product is properly disposed as inappropriate
waste handling of this product may cause potential hazards to the
environment and human health.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please
contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.
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Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators
The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and/or
accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from
household waste.If the battery or accumulator contains more than the
specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined
Pb, Hg, Cd
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in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead
(Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out
wheeled dust bin symbol.
This symbol may not be displayed depending on the country and region
where you purchased.
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Disposing of the computer and the computer’s batteries
■ Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and
regulations. For further information, contact your local government.
■ This computer contains rechargeable batteries. After repeated use, the
batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need
to replace them. Under certain applicable laws and regulation, it may be
illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash.
■ Please be kind to our shared environment. Check with your local
government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries
or how to dispose of them properly. This product contains mercury.
Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental
considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please
contact your local government.
ENERGY STAR® Program
Your computer model may be Energy Star® qualified. If the model you
purchased is compliant, it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo on the
computer and the following information applies.
TOSHIBA is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA)
ENERGY STAR
latest ENERGY STAR
ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will
provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system
performance for both AC power and battery modes.
To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter the low-power Sleep
mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of
inactivity in AC power mode. TOSHIBA recommends that you leave this
and other energy saving features active, so that your computer will operate
at its maximum energy efficiency. You can wake the compute r from Sleep
mode by pressing the power button.
Products that earn the ENERGY STAR® prevent greenhouse gas emissions
by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US EPA and the EU
Commission. According to the EPA, a computer meeting the new ENERGY
®
STAR
specifications will use between 20% and 50% less energy
depending on how it is used.
Visit http://www.eu-energystar.org or http://www .energystar.gov for more
information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program.
Visit http://www.energystar.gov or http://www.energystar.gov/power
management for more information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program.
®
Program and has designed this computer to meet the
®
guidelines for energy efficiency. Your computer
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Optical disc drive standards
TOSHIBA Qosmio G50 computer is shipped with the following drive
preinstalled: DVD Super Multi (+-R DL).
■ The drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this
product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for
future reference.
Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized
service location.
■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other
than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure
■ To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the
enclosure.
The drive has one of the following labels:
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
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Before it is shipped, the Class 1 Laser is certified to meet the United States
Chapter 21 S tandards of the Department of Health and Human Services
(DHHS 21 CFR).
For any other country, the drive is certified to meet the Class 1 Laser
standards of IEC825 and EN60825.
This computer is equipped with one of the optical drives in the following list:
Manufacturer Type
TEAC DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
DV-W28S
Panasonic Communications DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
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Important notice
Copyrighted works including, but not limited to music, video, computer
program, databases are protected by copyright laws. Unless specifically
permitted under applicable copyright laws, you cannot copy, modify, assign,
transmit or otherwise dispose of any copyrighted work with the consent of
the owner of the copyright. Please take notice that unauthorized copying,
modification, assignment, transmission and disposition may be subject to
claims for damages and penalties.
■ Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
■ Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
■ Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.
■ Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by
the manufacturer.
■ Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional
battery pack. Use of wrong battery could damage your computer.
TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case.
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the Qosmio G50 computer. This
powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability,
includes multimedia functionality, and is designed to provide years of
reliable, high-performance computing.
This computer family includes a model with built-in TV tuner. When you
wish to display a TV program or play CD/DVD before Windows
touch the CD/DVD panel on the computer (or the same buttons on the
remote controller). When Windows is running, you can display or record a
TV program using the My TV feature of Media Center.
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your Qosmio G50
computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your
computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and
troubleshooting.
If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing,
first read over the Chapter 1, Introduction and Chapter 2, The Grand Tour,
to familiarize yourself with the computer’s features, components and
accessory devices. Then read Chapter 3, Getting Started, for
step-by-step instructions on setting up your computer.
If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the
preface to learn how this manual is organized, then become acquainted
with this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to read the Special
features section in Chapter 1, Introduction, to learn about features that are
uncommon or unique to this computer, as well as the section on Chapter 7,
HW Setup, to understand how to setup and configure these features.
Read Chapter 9, Optional Devices, if connecting optional products or
external devices.
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starts,
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Conventions
This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight
terms and operating procedures.
Abbreviations
On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are
enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only
Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary.
Icons
Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator
panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing
information on.
Keys
The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer
operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they
appear on the keyboard. For example, ENTER identifies the ENTER key.
Key operation
Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We
identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign
(+). For example, CTRL + C means you must hold down CTRL and at the
same time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at
the same time press the third.
ABC When procedures require an action such as
clicking an icon or entering text, the icon’s name
or the text you are to type in is represented in the
typeface you see to the left.
Display
S
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ABC
Names of windows or icons or text generated by
the computer that appear on its display screen
are presented in the type face you see to the left.
Messages
Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your
attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below.
Pay attention! A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or
failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your
equipment.
Please read. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of
your equipment.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in death or
serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.
Terminology
This term is defined in this document as follows:
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Start
The word “Start” refers to the “ ” button in Microsoft
®
Windows Vista
.
®
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General Precautions
TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and
withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be
observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
computer.
Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions
included in the text of the manual.
Provide adequate ventilation
■ Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate
ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is
turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if
your computer is in Sleep Mode). In this condition, observe the
following:
■ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object.
■ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such
as anelectric blanket or heater.
■ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the
base of the computer.
■ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Using your
computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents.
■ Always provide sufficient space around the computer.
■ Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure,
computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious
injury.
Creating a computer-friendly environment
Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer
and any other items you are using, such as a printer .
Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide
adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat.
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T o keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area
from:
■ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.
■ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as
■ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature
■ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.
■ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.
Stress injury
Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains
information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists
that can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Instruction Manual for
Safety and Comfort also includes information on work space design,
posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress.
Heat injury
■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is
■ If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with
■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this
■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the
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stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the
computer) or speakerphones.
change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.
used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the
temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical
contact with the computer for a long time, for example if you rest the
computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, your
skin might suffer a low-heat injury.
the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can
become hot.
condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the
AC adaptor, you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
material could become damaged.
Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of
strong impact as this can damage the computer’s components or otherwise
cause it to malfunction.
Mobile phones
Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio
system. The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way, but
it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between
the computer and a mobile phone that is in use.
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Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is
described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. Be
sure to read it before using the computer.
The cautions on use of a Qosmio G50 computer
1. Clean any dust accumulated on the computer’s cooling vents.
The cooling vents are located on the back and underside of the
computer.
When you use your computer in a dusty area, dirt and debris may
accumulate on the cooling vents at the under side of your unit. If this
occurs, the accumulated dust can cause insufficient heat dissipation which
may result in the computer shutting down during use. Carefully clean the
dust from the vents using a vacuum cleaner.
2. Cooling vents on the underside and back of the computer.
Cooling vents
Cooling vents
Speaker (subwoofer)
Cooling vents
Cooling vents
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To pre v ent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the cooling fan’s
air intake is not blocked. The fan draws in air by creating a vacuum. If the
fan is blocked, it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level
or cause the computer to shut down. Loose items such as notebook and
tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can block the air
intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Do not use the computer on
surfaces with objects that can be drawn in by the cooling fan.
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Introduction
This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the
computer’s features, options and accessories.
Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if
you use an operating system that was not pre-installed by TOSHIBA.
Equipment checklist
Carefully unpack your computer, taking care to save the box and packaging
materials for future use.
Hardware
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
■ Qosmio G50 Portable Personal Computer
■ AC adaptor and power cord (2-pin plug or 3-pin plug)
■ Remote controller (provided with some models)
■ Two AA manganese batteries (for Remote controller)
■ DVB-T Antenna (provided with some models)
■ VIDEO-IN cable (provided with some models)
■ Infrared transmitter cable (provided with some models)
■ Cleaning cloth
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Chapter 1
Use the cleaning cloth to wipe away dust, fingerprints and similar from the
keyboard, palm rest and other parts. For precautions on use refer to the
Using the cleaning cloth section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
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Software
The following Windows operating system and utility software are preinstalled.
■ Microsoft
®
Windows Vista™
■ TOSHIBA Value Added Package
■ Ulead DVD MovieFactory
®
■ Fingerprint Utility *
■ TOSHIBA Gesture Controller *
■ TOSHIBA Graphical Video Library *
■ TOSHIBA HD Console *
■ TOSHIBA Face Recognition
■ Windows Mobility Center
■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator
■ TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator
■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree™
■ TOSHIBA Assist
■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities
■ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
■ TOSHIBA Password Utility
■ TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER
■ Online Manual
* Indicates software that is preinstalled with some models
Documentation
■ Qosmio G50 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
■ Qosmio G50 Quickstart
■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
■ Warranty information
If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer
immediately.
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Hardware
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This section describes the hardware of your computer.
The actual specifications may vary depending on the model you
purchased.
Processor
Built-in The computer is equipped with one of the
following Intel
■ Intel
®
processor.
®
Core™ 2 Duo Processor, which
incorporates a 3MB level2 cache memory
and also supports Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep
■ Intel
®
Technology.
®
Core™ 2 Duo Processor, which
incorporates a 6MB level2 cache memory
and also supports Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep
Some models in this series use Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology
which is based on three separate components, the Intel
processor, Intel
®
Wi-Fi® Link 5300AGN -OR- 5100AGN and the Intel® GM/
®
Technology.
®
Core™ 2 Duo
PM45 Express Chipset.
Legal Footnote (CPU)*1
For more information on the CPU, please refer to the Legal Footnotes
section in Chapter 11 or Click the *1 above.
Memory
Memory slots 512, 1,024, 2,048 or 4,096MB memory modules
can be installed in the computer’s two memory
slots for a maximum of 8,192MB system memory .
This computer can be equipped with memory
modules of a maximum size of 8,192MB. The
actual amount of useable system memory will be
less than the installed memory modules.
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If your computer is configured wit h two 2 GB memory mo dules or more, the
memory might be displayed as approximately 3 GB only (depending on the
computer’s hardware specifications).
This is correct because the operating system usually displays the available
memory instead of the physical memory (RAM) built into the computer.
Various system components (like the video adapter’s GPU and PCI
devices like Wireless LAN, etc.) require their own memory space. Since a
32-bit operating system cannot address more than 4 GB of memory these
system resources overlap the physical memory. It is a technical limitation
that the overlapped memory is not available to the operating system.
Even though some tools might display the actual physical memory built
into your computer, the memory available to the operating system will still
be approximately 3 GB only.
Video RAM The memory in a computer’s graphics adaptor,
used to store the image displayed on a bitmap
display.
Start -> Control Panel -> Appearance and
Personalization -> Personalization -> Display
Settings.
The amount of Video RAM can be verified by
clicking the Advanced Settings... button in the
Display Settings window.
The amount of Total Available Graphics memory
will vary be between 1 and 2 MB depending upon
system configuration.
Legal Footnote (Memory (Main System))*2
For more information regarding Memory (Main System), please refer to the
Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 11 or click the *2 above.
Toshiba Quad Core
HD Processor
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A co-processor specialized for media streaming
processes (real-time image processing such as
image processing and image recognition) is
installed.
(Provided with some models)
Power
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Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable
lithium-ion battery pack.
Battery type (depending on the model you
purchased): There are two types of battery packs
(7050mAh or 4700mAh).
Legal Footnote (Battery Life)*3
For more information regarding Battery Life, please refer to the Legal
Footnotes section in Chapter 11 or click the *3 above.
RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time
AC adaptor The AC adaptor provides power to the system
Clock (RTC) and calendar.
and recharges the batteries when they are low.
It comes with a detachable power cord which will
either have a 2-pin or 3-pin plug enclosure.
As the AC adaptor is universal, it can receive a
range of AC voltages from 100 to 240 volts,
however you should note that the output current
varies among different models. Using the wrong
adaptor can damage your computer. Refer to the
AC adaptor section in Chapter 2, The Grand
Tour.
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Disks
Hard disk drive or
Solid state drive
■ In this manual, the word “HDD” or “Hard disk drive” also refers to the
SSD unless otherwise stated.
■ SSD is a large-capacity storage media which uses Solid-State Memory
in place of a magnetic disk of the hard disk.
This computer is equipped with the following
types of hard disk drive (HDD). The capacity of
each hard disk drive model is different.
Some models are equipped with a “Solid State
Drive (SSD)” instead of a hard disk drive.
■ HDD
■ 200GB
■ 250GB
■ 320GB
■ 400GB
■ 500GB
■ SSD
■ 64GB
■ 128GB
Two HDD computer models are available, a
model with a single hard disk drive and a model
with two hard disk drives.
Please note that part of the hard disk drives
overall capacity is reserved as administration
space.
Under certain unusual conditions of prolonged non-use and/or exposure to
high temperatures, the SSD may be vulnerable to data retention errors.
Legal Footnote (Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity)*4
For more information regarding Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity, please
refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 11 or click the *4 above.
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Optical disc drive
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DVD Super Multi
(+- R DL) drive
Your computer is equipped with a full-size DVD
Super Multi drive module that lets you run CD’s
or DVD’s without using an adaptor. The drive
reads DVD-ROM’s at a maximum 8x speed and
CD-ROM’s at a maximum 24x speed, and writes
CD-R’s and CD-RW’s at up to 24x speed,
DVD-R’s, DVD+R’s and DVD+RW’s at up to
8x speed, DVD-RW’s, DVD-R (Dual Layer) and
DVD+R (Double Layer) at up to 6x speed,
DVD-RAM at up to 5x speed, and supports the
following formats:
■ CD-R
■ CD-RW
■ DVD-ROM
■ DVD-Video
■ CD-DA
■ CD-Text
■ Photo CD™ (single/multi-session)
■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
■ CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)
■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)
■ Addressing Method 2
■ DVD-R
■ DVD-R (Dual Layer)
■ DVD-RW
■ DVD+R
■ DVD+R (Double Layer)
■ DVD+RW
■ DVD-RAM
Display
The computer’s internal display panel supports high-resolution video
graphics and can be set to a wide range of viewing angles for maximum
comfort and readability.
Display panel 18.4" TFT LCD screen (16:9), 32 million colors,
with one of the following resolutions:
■ HD+, 1680 horizontal x 945 vertical pixels
■ FHD, 1920 horizontal x 1080 vertical pixels
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Legal Footnote (LCD)*5
For more information regarding the LCD, please refer to the Legal
Footnotes section in Chapter 11 or click the *5 above.
Graphics controller The graphics controller maximizes display
performance. Refer to Display Controller and
Video mode section in Appendix B for more
information.
Legal Footnote (Graphics Processor Unit (“GPU”))*6
For more information regarding the Graphics Processor Unit (“GPU”),
please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 11 or click the *6
above.
Keyboard
Built-in The internal keyboard provides the dedicated
numeric keys, dedicated cursor control keys,
and Keys. The keyboard is compatible
with the IBM
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.
®
enhanced keyboard. Refer to
Pointing Device
Built-in Touch Pad The integrated Touch Pad and control buttons in
the palm rest allow control of the on-screen
pointer and support functions such as the
scrolling of windows.
Ports
External monitor This port provides 15-pin, analog VGA port.
This port allows you to connect an external
monitor to the computer.
Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0)
Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of
all USB devices that are available. In view of this it may be noted that some
functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly.
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The computer supports multiple Universal Serial
Bus ports that comply with the USB 2.0 standard.
The ports with the icon ( ) has USB Sleep and
Charge.
One of the USB ports has eSA TA (External Serial
ATA) function.
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i.LINK (IEEE1394) This port allows high-speed data transfer to take
place between the computer and external
devices such as digital video cameras.
Slots
ExpressCard™ The internal ExpressCard slot is a Universal slot.
This slot supports ExpressCard/54 and
ExpressCard/34 modules.
Bridge media This slot lets you insert an SD™/SDHC™
memory card, miniSD™/microSD™ Card,
Memory Stick® (Duo™/PRO™/PRO Duo™),
xD-Picture Card™ and MultiMediaCard™. Refer
to Chapter 9, Optional Devices.
Multimedia
Sound system The integrated sound system provides support
Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to
TV antenna port Connect the coaxial cable to this port to watch
for the computer’s internal speakers and
microphone, as allowing an external microphone
and headphones to be connected via the
appropriate jacks.
record video or take photographs with your
computer. You can use it for video chatting or
video conferences using a communication tool
such as Windows Live Messenger. Camera
Assistant Software will help you to add various
video effects to your video or photograph.
Please refer to the Web Camera section in
Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
TV programs on your computer or record them.
The dimensions and shape of the TV antenna
port vary for different regions.
(Provided with some models)
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HDMI out port HDMI out port can connect with Type A
connector HDMI cable.
HDMI cable can send video and audio signals. In
addition to this, it can send and receive control
signals.
By connecting a TV which supports HDMI
Control to this port, the remote control for the
connected TV can be used to operate some of
the computer functions.
Refer to the REGZA Link (PC Control) section in
Chapter 9, Optional Devices, for more details.
Headphone, S/PDIF
and Line out jack
This jack lets you connect digital speakers, a
stereo headphone (16 ohm minimum) or a stereo
device for audio output. When you connect a
digital speaker or headphones, the internal
speaker is automatically disabled.
This jack can be used also as S/PDIF jack and
enables connection of optical digital
correspondence apparatus.
Microphone and
Line in jack
A 3.5mm mini microphone jack enables
connection of a three-conductor mini jack for
stereo microphone input, and connection of a
stereo device for audio input.
TV Tuner TV Tuner enables watching and recording TV
programs. Some models are equipped with the
TV Tuner.
Infrared receiver
window
This is a sensor window that receives signals
from the remote controller which is provided with
your computer.
Models which do not include a remote controller
are not equipped with an infrared receiver
window so the computer cannot be operated with
a remote controller.
Full size remote
controller
Use this device to navigate when watching TV or
playing CDs/DVDs.
Some models are equipped with the Full size
remote controller
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