Toshiba M7 User Manual
User’s Manual
TECRA M7
Copyright
© 2006 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright
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to the use of the information contained herein.
TOSHIBA TECRA M7 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition June 2006
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Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions
and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA TECRA M7
Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual’s production.
However, succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change
without notice. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly
or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer
and the manual.
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registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
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Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.
Sonic RecordNow! is a registered trademark of Sonic Solutions.
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA
under license.
Memory Stick and i.LINK are trademark and registered trademark of Sony
Corporation.
InterVideo and WinDVD are registered trademarks of InterVideo Inc.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used
in this manual.
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EU Declaration of Conformity
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 Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC in case of implemented
telecommunication accessories and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
for the supplied power adapter.
CE Marking is the responsibility of TOSHIBA EUROPE GmbH,
Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany, phone +49-(0)-2131-158-01.
For a copy of the related CE Declaration of Conformity please refer to the
following website: http://epps.toshiba-teg.com
This product and the supplied accessories 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 accessories or cables not manufactured / distributed by
Toshiba are connected or implemented. To avoid in general EMC problems,
the following advice should be observed:
■ Only CE marked accessories should be connected / implemented
■ Only best shielded cables should be connected
Working environment
This product was designed to fulfill the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
requirements for “residential, commercial and light industry environments”.
The following environment is not approved:
■ Industrial Environments (e.g. environments where a mains voltage of
380V three-phase is being used).
In the following environments the use of this product can be restricted:
■ Medical Environments: This product is not certified as a medical
product according to the Medical Product Directive 93/42/EEC, but can
be used in office areas where the use is not restricted. Please disable
the wireless LAN or Bluetooth hardware in such areas as long this
feature is not official supported by the operator of the related medical
facility.
■ Vehicle Environments: Please read the operator’s manual of the vehicle
manufacturer for further restrictions of use.
■ Aircraft Environments: Please follow the advices of the flight personnel
regarding restrictions of use.
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Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working
environments that are not approved or the use is restricted are not the
responsibility of Toshiba Corporation. The consequences of the use of this
product in those working environments may be:
■ Interference with other devices or machines in the nearby surrounding
area
■ Malfunction of, or data loss from, this product caused by disturbances
generated by other devices or machines in the nearby surrounding area
Furthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in
environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted.
Modem warning notice
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.
Network Compatibility Statement
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
Greece ATAAB AN005,AN006 and GR01,02,03,04
Portugal ATAAB AN001,005,006,007,011 and
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.
and DE03,04,05,08,09,12,14,17
P03,04,08,10
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Following information is only for EU-member states:
The use of the symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as
household waste. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. 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.
Optical disc drive safety instructions
Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this section.
TEAC
DVD-ROM drive DV-28E
■ The DVD-ROM drive DV-28E 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.
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Panasonic Communications
DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive UJDA770
■ The DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive UJDA770 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.
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TEAC
DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive DW-224E
■ The DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive DW-224E 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.
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Panasonic Communications
DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording UJ-841
■ The DVD Super Multi drive with Double Layer Recording model
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.
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Pioneer
DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording DVR-K16
■ The DVD Super Multi drive with Double Layer Recording model
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.
MFD.
SER.NO.
CERTIFICATION
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH 21
CFR 1040. 10 AND 1040. 11 EXCEPT
FOR DEVIATIONS PURSUANT TO
LASER NOTICE NO.50.
PIONEER CORPORATION.
4-1, MEGURO 1-CHOME, MEGUROKU, TOKYO, 153-8654, JAPAN
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International precautions
CAUTION: This appliance contains a
laser system and is classified as a
“CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use
this model properly, read the instruction
manual carefully and keep this manual
for your future reference. In case of any
trouble with this model, please contact
your nearest “AUTHORIZED service
station.” To prevent direct exposure to the
laser beam, do not try to open the
enclosure.
VORSICHT: Dieses Gerät enthält ein
Laser-System und ist als
“LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT”
klassifiziert. Für den richtigen Gebrauch
dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die
Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch
und bewahren diese bitte als Referenz
auf. Falls Probleme mit diesem Modell
auftreten, benachrichtigen Sie bitte die
nächste “autorisierte Service-Vertretung”.
Um einen direkten Kontakt mit dem
Laserstrahl zu vermeiden darf das Gerät
nicht geöffnet werden.
ADVARSEL: Denne mærking er anbragt
udvendigt på apparatet og indikerer, at
apparatet arbejder med laserstråler af
klasse 1, hviket betyder, at der anvendes
laserstrlier af svageste klasse, og at man
ikke på apparatets yderside kan bilve
udsat for utilladellg kraftig stråling.
APPARATET BOR KUN ÅBNES AF
FAGFOLK MED SÆRLIGT KENDSKAB
TIL APPARATER MED
LASERSTRÅLER!
Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her
gengivne advarselsmækning, som
advarer imod at foretage sådanne
indgreb i apparatet, at man kan komme til
at udsatte sig for laserstråling.
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OBS! Apparaten innehåller
laserkomponent som avger laserstråining
överstigande gränsen för laserklass 1.
VAROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata.
Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää
näkymätöntä silmilie vaarallista
lasersäteilyä.
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR
ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S
MANUAL MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
VORSICHT: DIE VERWENDUNG VON
ANDEREN STEUERUNGEN ODER
EINSTELLUNGEN ODER DAS
DURCHFÜHREN VON ANDEREN
VORGÄNGEN ALS IN DER
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
BESCHRIEBEN KÖNNEN
GEFÄHRLICHE
STRAHLENEXPOSITIONEN ZUR
FOLGE HABEN.
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Table of Contents
Preface
General Precautions
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Operating the computer in Tablet mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Connecting the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Opening the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Starting up for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Turning off the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Restoring the preinstalled software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Back side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Operation buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
System indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Keyboard indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Optical disc drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Chapter 3 Features, Utilities and Options
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Optional devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
PC card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Bridge media slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Memory expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26
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Universal AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-27
Slice Expansion Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-27
Battery Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-28
USB FDD Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-28
Tablet PC Pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-30
Reserve Pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-30
External monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-30
TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-31
Displaying movies on a TV or CRT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-32
i.LINK (IEEE1394) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-33
TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-35
Bluetooth USB Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-36
Wireless Optical Mouse with Bluetooth Technology . . . . . . . . . . . .3-36
Wireless Stereo Headset with Bluetooth Technology. . . . . . . . . . . .3-36
Security lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-36
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-37
Chapter 4 Operating Basics
Using the Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
Using the Tablet PC Pen and Reserve Pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
Changing to the Tablet mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
Changing the screen orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10
Using Accelerometer Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-12
Changing to the laptop mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-13
Using the Fingerprint Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-13
Using optical disc drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-20
Writing CDs on DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-24
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-26
Media care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-32
Sound System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33
Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-34
Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-37
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-41
Cleaning the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-43
Moving the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-43
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-44
Heat dispersal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-46
Chapter 5 The Keyboard
Typewriter keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
Function keys: F1 … F12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
Soft keys: Fn key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
Hot keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3
Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
Keypad overlay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9
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Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes
Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Power indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Battery types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Care and use of the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11
TOSHIBA Password Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Tablet mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Power-up modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Panel power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
System Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Chapter 7 HW Setup & BIOS Setup
Accessing HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
HW Setup window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
BIOS Setup Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
TOSHIBA support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-23
Appendix A Specifications
Physical Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Appendix B Display Controller and Modes
Display controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Video mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
PowerMizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2
Appendix C Wireless LAN
Card Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
Radio Characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2
Supported Frequency Sub-bands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3
Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability
Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-3
Regulatory statements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-3
Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors
Certification agencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1
Appendix F TOSHIBA Anti-theft Protection Timer
Appendix G Legal Footnotes
Appendix H If your computer is stolen
Glossary
Index
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the TECRA M7 computer. This
powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability,
including multimedia devices, and it is designed to provide years of reliable,
high-performance computing.
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TECRA M7 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 Getting Started and Features, Utilities and Options
chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer’s features, components
and accessory devices. Then read 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 look over the
Special features section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are
uncommon or unique to the computer and carefully read HW Setup & BIOS
Setup.
If you are going to install PC cards or connect external devices such as a
monitor, be sure to read Chapter 3, Features, Utilities and Options.
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.
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Preface
Keys
Key operation
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.
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
type face you see to the left.
Display
S 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.
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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.
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.
To 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
stereo speakers(other than speakers that are connected to the
computer) or speakerphones.
■ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature
change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.
■ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.
■ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.
Stress injury
Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. It contains
information on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists than
can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 1, Getting Started, also
includes information on work space design, posture and lighting that can
help reduce physical stress.
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General Precautions
Heat injury
■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is
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 (if you rest the computer on
your lap, or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, for example) your
skin might suffer low-heat injury.
■ If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with
the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.
■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use. This
condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the
AC adaptor, disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat. The
material could be damaged.
Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact.
Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer components
or otherwise cause malfunctions.
PC card overheating
Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC
card can result in errors or instability in the PC card operation. Also be
careful when you remove a PC card that has been used for a long time.
Mobile phones
Use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system. Computer
operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30 cm be
maintained between the computer and a mobile phone in use.
Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort
All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is
described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. Be sure
to read it before using the computer.
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Getting Started
This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic information to start
using your computer.
Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if
you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA.
Equipment checklist
Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packing materials for
future use.
Hardware
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
■ TECRA M7 Portable Personal Computer
■ AC adaptor and power cord (2-pin plug or 3-pin plug)
■ USB floppy disk drive (Provided with some models)
■ Slice Expansion Battery (Provided with some models)
■ Tablet PC Pen
■ Reserve Pen (Provided with some models)
Chapter 1
■ The Tablet PC Pen is included in the accessory tray of the product
when purchased together with spare pen tips and a tip removal tool.
■ For some models, a Reserve Pen is also included in the accessory tray
of the product when purchased.
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Documentation
Software
■ TECRA M7 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
■ TECRA M7 Quickstart
■ Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition Getting Started manual
■ Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort
■ Warranty information
If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer
immediately.
Microsoft® Windows XP Tablet PC Edition
■ The following software is preinstalled:
■ Microsoft
■ Microsoft Internet Explorer
■ TOSHIBA Utilities
■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility
■ DVD Video Player
■ RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA
■ DLA for TOSHIBA
■ Recovery Disc Creator
■ TOSHIBA TouchPad On/Off Utility
■ TOSHIBA Power Saver
■ TOSHIBA Mobile Extension
■ TOSHIBA Assist
■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree
■ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
■ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool
■ TOSHIBA Controls
■ TOSHIBA Mic Effect
■ TOSHIBA Password Utility
■ TOSHIBA Rotation Utility
■ TOSHIBA Accelerometer Utilities
■ TOSHIBA Tablet Access Code Logon Utility
■ Fingerprint utility
■ TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility for Display Devices
■ TOSHIBA Display Device Change Utility
■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format
■ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
■ TOSHIBA Security Assist
®
Windows XP Tablet PC Edition
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■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection
■ DVD-RAM Driver Software
■ Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba*
■ Infineon Trusted Platform Module*
(* provided with some models)
■ Online manual
■ Product Recovery Media
Getting Started
All users should be sure to read the section Starting up for the first time.
Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort for
information on the safe and proper use of this computer. It is intended to
help you be more comfortable and productive while using a notebook
computer. By following the recommendations in it you may reduce your
chance of developing a painful or disabling injury to your hand, arms,
shoulders or neck.
This section provides basic information to start using your computer. It
covers the following topics:
■ Connecting the AC adaptor
■ Opening the display
■ Turning on the power
■ Starting up for the first time
■ Turning off the power
■ Restarting the computer
Getting Started
■ Use a virus-check program and make sure it is updated regularly.
■ Never format storage media without checking its content. Formatting
destroys all stored data.
■ It is a good idea to periodically back up the internal hard disk or other
main storage device to external media. General storage media is not
durable or stable over long periods of time and under certain conditions
may result in data loss.
■ Before you install a device or application, save any data in memory to
the hard disk drive or other storage media. Failure to do so may result
in the loss of data.
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Operating the computer in Tablet mode
The TOSHIBA TECRA M7 computer can be used in two ways, as an
ordinary laptop PC and as a Tablet PC. You can use the computer as
Tablet PC, operated with the supplied Tablet PC Pen, by turning the LCD
display panel through 180 degrees and closing it. This manual calls the
use as an ordinary laptop PC “laptop mode”, and the use as a Tablet PC
“Tablet mode”. Refer to Changing to the Tablet mode section in Chapter 4,
Operating Basics for details on changing the mode.
When operating the computer in tablet mode, follow the instructions below.
Operating the computer in tablet mode
■ Hold the computer firmly on your forearm. Do not block the vent.
■ Remove the AC adaptor from the computer when using it in tablet mode
held in your forearm.
■ Do not use the computer while walking or driving a car.
■ Change to laptop mode and turn off the computer before carrying it. Do
not carry the computer with power on or in stand by state. Do not carry
the computer while the disk activity LED is glowing.
■ Do not expose the computer to rapid temperature changes (such as
would be the case if you brought the PC from a cold environment into a
warm room). When rapid temperature changes are unavoidable, leave
the computer for around two hours before turning it on to prevent the
formation of condensation.
■ Remove all external peripheral devices and their connection cables
from the computer before carrying.
■ Do not drop the computer or apply excessive impact to it. Do not leave
the computer in a car or similar environment where it is exposed to
direct sunlight.
■ Do not put the computer in a bag when it is in tablet mode.
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■ The display panel works as a touch sensitive digitizer screen. However,
the outer edges of the screen may be less sensitive. Please keep the
Tablet PC Pen inside the display area when you use it near the edges of
the display panel. The position of the pen may not be recognized if you
move the Tablet PC Pen too fast towards the outer edge. Please be
sure to slide the Tablet PC Pen slowly in areas near the edges of the
screen.
Use the Tablet PC Pen in the areas enclosed by the dotted line as
shown in the following figure.
Use area of a Tablet PC Pen
Do not block the vent of the computer when holding it. If you continue to
expose your skin to the hot air expelled from the vent for a long time, your
skin might suffer low temperature injury.
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Connecting the AC adaptor
Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to
operate from AC power. It is also the fastest way to get started, because
the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from
battery power.
The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from
100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz. For details on using the AC adaptor to
charge the battery pack, refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.
■ Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your PC
and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with
your PC), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by
TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the PC. Use of an
incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or
damage to the PC possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA
assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible
adaptor or Battery Charger.
■ Never plug the AC adaptor or Battery Charger into a power source that
does not correspond to both the voltage and the frequency specified on
the regulatory label of the unit. Failure to do so could result in a fire or
electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
■ Always use or purchase power cables that comply with the legal
voltage and frequency specifications and requirements in the country of
use. Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock, possibly
resulting in serious injury.
■ The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in
the region the product is bought and should not be used outside this
region. For use in other regions, please buy power cords that conform
to safety rules and regulations in the particular region.
■ Do not use a 3-pin to 2-pin conversion plug.
■ When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer, always follow the
steps in the exact order as described in the User’s Manual. Connecting
the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step
otherwise the adaptor DC output plug could hold an electrical change
and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. As
a general safety precaution, avoid touching any metal parts.
■ Never place your PC or AC adaptor on a wooden surface, furniture, or
any other surface that could be marred by exposure to heat since the
PC base and AC adaptor’s surface increase in temperature during
normal use.
■ Always place your PC or AC adaptor on a flat and hard surface that is
resistant to heat damage.
Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort for detailed
precautions and handling instructions.
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Getting Started
1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.
Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (2-pin plug)
Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (3-pin plug)
Depending on the model, a 2-pin plug or 3-pin plug set of the above may
be bundled.
2. Connect the AC adaptor’s DC output plug to the DC IN 15V jack on the
back of the computer.
DC IN 15V jack
Connecting the adaptor to the computer
3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet. The Battery and DC IN
indicators on the front of the computer should glow.
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Opening the display
The computer’s LCD display panel can be opened in a wide range of
angles for optimal viewing.
1. Push the display latch on the front of the computer to unlatch the
display panel.
2. While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body
is not raised, lift the panel slowly. Adjust the angle of the panel to
provide optimal clarity.
Use reasonable care when opening and closing the LCD display panel.
Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer.
LCD display panel
Display latch
Opening the LCD display panel
Turning on the power
This section describes how to turn on the power.
The Power button LED indicates the status. Refer to the Power indicators
section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.
■ After you turn on the power for the first time, do not turn it off until you
have set up the operating system. Refer to the section Starting up for
the first time.
■ If the USB floppy disk drive is connected, make sure it is empty. If a
floppy disk is in the drive, press the eject button and remove the floppy
disk.
1. Open the computer’s LCD display panel.
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2. Slide and hold the computer’s power button.
Power button
Turning on the power
Starting up for the first time
When you first turn on the power, the computer’s initial screen is the
Microsoft Windows XP Startup Screen Logo. Follow the on-screen
directions for each screen. During setup, you can click the Back button to
return to the previous screen.
Be sure to read the Windows End User License Agreement display
carefully.
Getting Started
Turning off the power
The power can be turned off in one of the following modes: Shut down
(Boot), Hibernation or Standby Mode.
Shut Down mode (Boot mode)
When you turn off the power in Shut Down mode no data is saved and the
computer will boot to the operating system’s main screen.
1. If you have entered data, save it to the hard disk or to a storage media.
2. Make sure all disk (disc) activity has stopped, then remove the
CD/DVDs or floppy disk.
■ Make sure the hard disk drive indicator is off. If you turn off the power
while a disk (disc) is being accessed, you can lose data or damage the
disk.
■ Never turn off the power while an application is running. Doing so could
cause loss of data.
■ Never turn off the power, disconnect an external storage device or
remove storage media during data read/write. Doing so can cause data
loss.
3. Click start then click Turn Off Computer. From the Turn Off
Computer menu select Tur n O f f .
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Standby Mode
4. Turn off the power to any peripheral devices.
Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately. Wait a moment
to let all capacitors fully discharge.
If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn off the power without exiting
from your software. Data is maintained in the computer’s main memory.
When you turn on the power again, you can continue working right where
you left off.
■ When the AC adaptor is connected, the computer will go into Standby
Mode according to the settings in the TOSHIBA Power Saver.
■ To restore operation from Standby Mode, slide the power button or
press any key. The latter action only works on the internal keyboard if
the Wake-up on Keyboard option is enabled in HW Setup.
■ If the computer automatically enters Standby Mode while a network
application is active, the application might not be restored when the
computer wakes up from Standby.
■ To prevent the computer from automatically entering Standby Mode,
disable Standby in TOSHIBA Power Saver. That action, however, will
nullify the computer’s Energy Star compliance.
■ Before entering Standby Mode, be sure to save your data.
■ Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in
Standby Mode. The computer or the module could be damaged.
■ Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode
(unless the computer is connected to an AC power source). Data in
memory will be lost.
■ If you carry the computer on board an aircraft or into a hospital, be sure
to shut down the computer in Hibernation Mode or in shutdown mode
to avoid radio signal interference.
Benefits of standby
The standby feature provides the following benefits:
■ Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does
hibernation.
■ Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives
no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System Standby
feature.
■ You can use the panel power off feature.
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