Toshiba Z40T-C, Z30-C, Z30T-C, Z40-C User Manual
User's Manual
Z30-C/Z30t-C/Z40-C/Z40t-C
Table of Contents
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
TOSHIBA Legal, Regulatory, and Safety
Copyright, Disclaimer and Trademarks .............................................. 1-1
Regulatory Information ......................................................................... 1-2
Video Standard Notice .......................................................................... 1-8
ENERGY STAR® Program .................................................................... 1-9
Disposing of the computer and the computer's battery .................... 1-9
General Precautions ............................................................................. 1-9
Safety Icons ......................................................................................... 1-12
Getting Started
Equipment checklist ............................................................................. 2-1
Conventions ........................................................................................... 2-1
Short model name ................................................................................. 2-2
Using your computer for the first time ................................................ 2-2
Getting to know Windows ..................................................................... 2-7
Turning off the power ............................................................................ 2-9
System Recovery ................................................................................ 2-13
The Grand Tour
The Grand Tour for Z30-C ..................................................................... 3-1
The Grand Tour for Z40-C ................................................................... 3-11
Internal Hardware Components ......................................................... 3-21
Power Condition Descriptions ........................................................... 3-25
Chapter 4
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Operating Basics
Using the Touch Screen ....................................................................... 4-1
Using the Touch Pad ............................................................................. 4-2
The Keyboard ......................................................................................... 4-3
Using the AccuPoint ............................................................................. 4-5
Using the Fingerprint Sensor ............................................................... 4-6
Battery .................................................................................................. 4-12
Wireless WAN Device ......................................................................... 4-16
GPS Function ....................................................................................... 4-18
LAN ....................................................................................................... 4-19
Memory media ..................................................................................... 4-20
Smart Card ........................................................................................... 4-24
External Display .................................................................................. 4-25
TOSHIBA Hi-Speed Port Replicator III 180W/120W .......................... 4-28
Security lock ........................................................................................ 4-30
Optional TOSHIBA Accessories ........................................................ 4-30
Sound System and Video mode ......................................................... 4-31
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Utilities and Advanced Usage
Utilities and Applications ...................................................................... 5-1
Special features ..................................................................................... 5-4
TOSHIBA Password Utility ................................................................... 5-6
TOSHIBA System Settings ................................................................... 5-8
USB Charge ............................................................................................ 5-9
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor .............................................................. 5-12
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection .................................... 5-13
TOSHIBA Setup Utility ........................................................................ 5-15
Troubleshooting
Problem-solving process ..................................................................... 6-1
Hardware and system checklist ........................................................... 6-4
TOSHIBA support ................................................................................ 6-15
Appendix
Specifications ........................................................................................ 7-1
AC Power Cord and Connectors .......................................................... 7-3
Information for Wireless Devices ........................................................ 7-4
Information about Intel AMT ............................................................... 7-14
Legal Footnotes ................................................................................... 7-17
VCCI Class B Information (Japan Only) ............................................ 7-19
OpenSSL Toolkit License Issues ....................................................... 7-19
FreeType License Issues .................................................................... 7-22
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Chapter 1
TOSHIBA Legal, Regulatory, and
Safety
This chapter states the legal, regulatory, and safety information applicable
to TOSHIBA computers.
Copyright, Disclaimer and Trademarks
Copyright
© 2015 TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright
laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior
written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect
to the use of the information contained herein.
First edition October 2015
Copyright authority for music, movies, computer programs, databases and
other intellectual property covered by copyright laws belongs to the author
or to the copyright owner. Copyrighted material can be reproduced only for
personal use or use within the home. Any other use beyond that stipulated
above (including conversion to digital format, alteration, transfer of copied
material and distribution on a network) without the permission of the
copyright owner is a violation of copyright or author's rights and is subject
to civil damages or criminal action. Comply with copyright laws in making
any reproduction from this manual.
Disclaimer
Trademarks
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This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for your 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.
Intel is a trademark or registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Windows, Microsoft, and Windows logo are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
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The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba Corporation and
its affiliates is under license.
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the
HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC in the United States and other countries.
DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered
trademarks and DTS Studio Sound is a trademark of DTS, Inc. © DTS, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association.
MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association.
QUALCOMM is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the
United States and other countries. ATHEROS is a trademark of Qualcomm
Atheros, Inc., registered in the United States and other countries.
Realtek is a registered trademark of Realtek Semiconductor Corporation.
All other product names and service names in this manual might be
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Regulatory Information
The regulatory information herein might vary. Check the ID information on
the bottom of the device or box for specific information applicable to the
model you purchased.
FCC information
FCC notice "Declaration of Conformity Information"
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits can be attached to
this equipment. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals not
recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio and
TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices
and the computer’s external RGB monitor port, Universal Serial Bus (USB
3.0) ports, HDMI out port and Headphone/Microphone combo jack.
Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved
by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
FCC conditions
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Contact
Address: TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Boulevard
Irvine, California 92618-1697
Telephone: (949) 583-3000
This information is only applicable for the countries/regions where it is
required.
EU Declaration of Conformity
CE compliance
This product is labeled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related
European Directives, notably RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC for the notebook and
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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.
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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 2006/95/EC for the supplied power adapter. Furthermore
the product complies with the Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC (ErP) and
its related implementing measures.
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
Working environment
This product was designed to fulfil the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
requirements to be observed for so-called “Residential, commercial and
light industry environments”. TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this
product in working environments other than the above mentioned
“Residential, commercial and light industry environments”.
For example, the following environments are not approved:
Industrial Environments (e.g. environments where a mains voltage of
380 V three-phase is used)
Medical Environments
Automotive Environments
Aircraft Environments
Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working
environments that are not approved are not the responsibility of TOSHIBA.
The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working
environments may be:
Interference with other devices or machines in the near surrounding
area.
Malfunction of, or data loss from, this product caused by disturbances
generated by other devices or machines in the near surrounding area.
Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic
compatibility of this product should be suitably tested in all non-approved
working environments before use. In the case of automobiles or aircraft,
the manufacturer or airline respectively should be asked for permission
before use of this product.
Furthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in
environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted.
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Canadian regulatory information (Canada only)
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference
Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Note that Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) regulations
provide, that changes or modifications not expressly approved by
TOSHIBA Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Following information is only valid for EU-member States:
Information requirements Regulation EC 1275/2008
Additional information as required by Regulation (EC)
1275/2008 amended by Regulation (EU) 801/2013
implementing European Eco-Design Directive with regard
to requirements for standby, off mode and networked
standby electric power consumption of electrical and
electronic household and office equipment can be found
here:
http://www.toshiba.eu/Eco-Design
Disposal of products
The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that
products must be collected and disposed of separately
from household waste. Integrated batteries and
accumulators can be disposed of with the product. They
will be separated at the recycling centres.
The black bar indicates that the product was placed on the
market after August 13, 2005.
By participating in the separate collection of products and
batteries, you will help to assure the proper disposal of
products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human
health.
For more detailed information about the collection and
recycling programmes available in your country, please
visit our website
( www.toshiba.eu/recycling
office or the retail outlet where you purchased the product.
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) or contact your local council
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 in the European Battery Directive,
then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg)
and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out
wheeled dust bin symbol.
By participating in the separate collection of batteries, you
will help to assure the proper disposal of products and
batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health. To
achieve this you should take any battery and/or
accumulator to your local recycling site, or to a retail outlet
or facility that offers to collect these devices for
environmentally friendly disposal, ensuring that the
terminal contacts are covered by non-conductive tape.
For more detailed information about the collection and
recycling programmes available in your country, please
visit our website
www.toshiba.eu/recycling
(
office or the retail outlet where you purchased the product.
) or contact your local council
These symbols might not stick depending on the country and region where
you purchased.
REACH - Compliance Statement
The European Union (EU) chemical regulation, REACH (Registration,
Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals), entered into force
on 1 June 2007, with phased deadlines to 2018.
Toshiba will meet all REACH requirements and is committed to provide our
customers with information about the presence in our articles of
substances included on the candidate list according to REACH regulation.
Please consult the following website
www.toshiba.eu/reach for information about the presence in our articles of
substances included on the candidate list according to REACH in a
concentration above 0.1 % weight by weight.
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Following information is only for Turkey:
Disposal of products:
The crossed wheelie bin symbol means that this
product should not be collected and disposed with
other household wastes. When product become waste
at the end-of-life, to protect environment and human
health, it should be given to nearest collection
recycling or disposal center. For more information
about collection and recycling programs in your
country please contact your local authority or the
retailer where the product was purchased.
Toshiba meets all requirements of Turkish regulation 28300
“Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical
and electronic equipment”.
AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur
Toshiba 28300 sayılı Türkiye ''Elektrikle çalişan ve elektronik
ekipmanda belirli tehlikeli maddelerin kullanimiyla ilgili kisitlama”
yönetmeliği gereklerini tamamen yerine getirmektedir.
The number of possible pixel failures of your display is defined
according to ISO 9241-307 standards. If the number of pixel failures is
less than this standard, they will not be counted as defect or failure.
Battery is a consumption product, since the battery time depends on
the usage of your computer. If the battery can not be charged at all,
then it is a defect or failure. The changes in battery time is not a defect
or failure.
Following information is only for India:
The use of this 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 visit our website
(
http://www.toshiba-india.com ) or contact call center
(1800-200-8674).
These symbols might not stick depending on the country and region where
you purchased.
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Video Standard Notice
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC, THE VC-1 AND
MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL
AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER FOR (I) ENCODING
VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE ABOVE STANDARDS ("VIDEO")
AND/OR (II) DECODING AVC, VC-1 AND MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS
ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND
NONCOMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A
VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE SUCH
VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY
OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING THAT
RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL, INTERNAL AND COMMERCIAL USES
AND LICENSING MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE
http://www.mpegla.com
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ENERGY STAR® Program
Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR
compliant. If the model you purchased is compliant, it uses
the Energy Star logo and the following information applies.
TOSHIBA is a partner in the ENERGY STAR Program and
has designed this computer to meet the latest ENERGY
STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Your computer
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 lowpower 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 computer from Sleep Mode by pressing the power
button.
Your ENERGY STAR certified computer should be set by
default to enter a low-power "sleep mode" after a period of
inactivity. Simply touching the mouse or keyboard "wakes"
the computer in seconds. These sleep features can save
you up to $23 per year (200 kWh per year in electricity)
and prevent up to 300 pounds of greenhouse gas
emissions annually. To learn how to adjust or activate
these sleep settings on your computer, please go to:
www.energystar.gov/sleepinstructions
To activate sleep settings organization-wide quickly and
easily through network tools, please go to:
www.energystar.gov/powermanagement
®
Disposing of the computer and the computer's battery
The computer's battery pack is not user-accessible. Contact an authorized
TOSHIBA service provider for details regarding how to dispose of the
computer and the battery pack.
General Precautions
TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and
withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be
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observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
computer.
Be certain to read the following general precautions and to note the
cautions included in the text of the manual.
Provide adequate ventilation
Always make sure that 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
an electric blanket or heater.
Never cover or block the air vents including those 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 might 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
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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. It also includes information
on work space design, posture, and lighting that can help reduce physical
stress.
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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, 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.
If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact
with the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can
become hot.
The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but 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 as the
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.
Cleaning the computer
To help ensure long, trouble-free operation, keep the computer free of dust
and dirt, and use care with all liquids around it.
Be careful not to spill liquids into the computer. If the computer does
get wet, turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry
completely. In these circumstances, you should get the computer
inspected by an authorized service provider in order to assess the
scope of any damage.
Clean the plastics of the computer using a cloth slightly dampened
with water.
You can clean the display screen by spraying a small amount of glass
cleaner onto a soft, clean cloth and then wiping the screen gently with
the cloth.
Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any part
of it. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer.
Moving the computer
While the computer is designed for flexible day-to-day usage, you should
exercise a few simple precautions when moving it in order to help ensure
trouble-free operation.
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Make sure all disk/disc activity has ended before moving the
computer.
Turn off (shut down) the computer.
Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the
computer.
Close the display panel.
Do not pick up the computer by its display panel.
Before carrying your computer, shut it down, disconnect the AC
adaptor and allow it to cool down. A failure to follow this instruction
might result in minor heat injury.
Do not expose the computer to rapid temperature changes (for
example, in a situation where you carry the computer from a cold
environment to a warm room). Do not turn on the power until
condensation disappears.
Be careful not to subject the computer to impact or shock. A failure to
follow this instruction could result in damage to computer, computer
failure, or loss of data.
Never transport your computer with any cards installed. This might
damage either the computer and/or the card resulting in computer
failure.
Always use a suitable carry case when transporting the computer.
When carrying your computer, be sure to hold it securely so that it
does not fall or hit anything.
Do not carry your computer by holding any of its protruding elements.
Mobile phones
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 30 cm is maintained
between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use.
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.
Safety Icons
Safety icons are used in this manual to bring important information to your
attention. Each type of message is identified as follows.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in death or
serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.
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A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow
instructions might cause data loss, equipment damage, or might result in
minor or moderate injury.
Please read. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of
your equipment.
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Getting Started
This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic information to
start using your computer.
If you use an operating system that was not pre-installed by TOSHIBA,
some of the features described in this manual might not function properly.
Equipment checklist
Carefully unpack your computer, taking care to save the box and
packaging materials for future use.
Hardware
Check to make sure that you have all the following items:
TOSHIBA Portable Personal Computer
AC adaptor and power cord (2-pin plug or 3-pin plug)
Cleaning cloth (provided with some models)
Documentation
Chapter 2
Quickstart
Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
Warranty Information
If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer
immediately.
Conventions
This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight
terms and operating procedures.
Click Tap the Touch Pad or click the left Touch
Pad control button once.
Left-click the mouse once.
Tap the touch screen once (only for touch
screen models).
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Right-click Tap the Touch Pad with two fingers together
Double-click Tap the Touch Pad or click the left Touch
Start
All apps You can find a list of all your apps and programs
Short model name
Model name of your computer is shortened and referred to as the following
in this manual.
LCD Full Model Name Short
33.8cm
(13.3")
PORTÉGÉ Z30-C/Z30t-C; Satellite Z30-C/Z30t-C Z30-C
or click the right Touch Pad control button
once.
Right-click the mouse once.
Press and hold on the touch screen (only for
touch screen models).
Pad control button twice.
Left-click the mouse twice.
Tap the touch screen twice (only for touch
screen models).
The word "Start" refers to the " " button in the
lower-left corner of the screen.
in the All apps.
To access it, click Start and select All apps (
) in the lower-left corner.
Model
Name
35.6cm
(14.0")
TECRA Z40-C/Z40t-C Z40-C
Using your computer for the first time
Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and 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 the notebook
computer. By following the recommendations in it, you can 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
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Turning on the power
Initial setup
Getting to know Windows
Use a virus-check program and make sure that it is updated regularly.
Never format storage media without checking its content - formatting
destroys all stored data.
It is a good idea to back up the internal storage drive or other main
storage device to external media periodically. General storage media
is not durable or stable over long periods of time and under certain
conditions might result in data loss.
Before you install a device or application, save any data in memory to
the internal storage drive or other storage media. Failure to do so
might result in data loss.
Connecting the AC adaptor
Attach the AC adaptor when you want to charge the battery or operate from
AC power. The battery pack must be charged before you can operate from
battery power.
The AC adaptor can automatically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100
volts to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 hertz or 60 hertz, enabling
you to use this computer in almost any country/region. The adaptor
converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to this
computer.
Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your
computer, or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk
of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC
adaptor might cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting
in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage
caused by use of an incompatible adaptor.
Never plug the AC adaptor into a power source that does not
correspond to both the voltage range and the frequency specified on
the regulatory label of the unit. Failure to do so might 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 might 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 computer is bought and should not be used outside this
region. For use in other regions, 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.
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When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer, always follow the
steps in the exact order as described in this User’s Manual.
Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last
step otherwise the adaptor DC output plug might hold an electrical
charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when
touched. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any metal
parts.
Never place your computer or AC adaptor on a wooden surface,
furniture, or any other surface that might be marred by exposure to
heat since the computer base and the surface of the AC adaptor
increase in temperature during normal use.
Always place your computer or AC adaptor on a flat and hard surface
that is resistant to heat damage.
Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for
detailed precautions and handling instructions.
1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.
Figure 2-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (2-pin plug)
Figure 2-2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (3-pin plug)
Either a 2-pin or 3-pin adaptor/cord is included with the computer
depending on the model.
2. Connect the DC output plug of the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack
on your computer.
3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet. The DC IN/Battery indicator
glows.
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Figure 2-3 Connecting the DC output plug to the computer (Z30-C)
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Figure 2-4 Connecting the DC output plug to the computer (Z40-C)
1. DC IN 19V jack 2. DC output plug
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
Opening the display
The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal
viewing.
While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body of
the computer is not raised, slowly lift the display panel. It allows the angle
of the display panel to be adjusted to provide optimum clarity.
Figure 2-5 Opening the display panel (Z30-C)
1. Display panel
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Open and close the display panel with reasonable care. Opening it
vigorously or slamming it shut might damage the computer.
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Be careful not to open the display panel too far as this might put stress
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on the display panel’s hinges and cause damage.
Do not press or push on the display panel.
Do not lift the computer by the display panel.
Do not close the display panel with pens or any other objects left in
between the display panel and the keyboard.
When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on the
palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to
slowly open or close the display panel (Do not use excessive force
when opening or closing the display panel).
Turning on the power
This section describes how to turn on the power. The Power indicator
indicates the status. Refer to the Power Condition Descriptions section for
more information.
After you turn on the power for the first time, do not turn it off until you
have set up the operating system.
Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows Setup.
Do not touch the display screen while turning on the computer.
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1. Open the display panel.
2. Press the power button.
Figure 2-6 Turning on the power (Z30-C)
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Figure 2-7 Turning on the power (Z40-C)
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1. Power button
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
Initial setup
The Windows Startup Screen is the first screen displayed when you turn on
the power. To install the operating system properly, follow the on-screen
instructions on each screen.
When it is displayed, be sure to read the license terms and license
agreement carefully.
Getting to know Windows
For detailed information on what is new and how to operate Windows, refer
to Get Started in the Start menu.
Start menu
The Start menu is the launching pad for everything you can do in the
Windows operating system, providing easy ways to access your apps,
programs, websites and other important information.
You can access the Start menu from an app or the desktop in the following
ways:
Most used allows quick access to your frequently used apps, and your
recently installed apps are highlighted under Recently added.
You can pin your favorite apps to the Start menu as tiles in grid-like pattern,
and also group them. Typical tiles are the People tile and the Mail tile for
instance. Tiles show you dynamic information from apps without having to
open them.
Windows taskbar
By default, the bottom of the desktop is Windows taskbar. You can see all
of your currently running apps on the Windows taskbar.
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Click the Start button ( ) in the lower-left corner of the screen.
Press the Windows® logo key ( ) on your keyboard.
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Task view
Task view ( ) is launched from Windows taskbar at the bottom of the
screen. Task view allows you to view the apps that are currently running.
Also, you can create custom desktops so that running apps can be
grouped for entertainment, productivity, or what you just want.
To do this, click the Task view icon , and then click New desktop.
Open the apps you want to use on that desktop. To switch between
desktops, click Task view again.
Search
Search on the Windows taskbar allows you to find apps, files, settings, and
more on the computer. When Internet connection is available, it also shows
you the best search result from the Internet.
The personal assistant called Cortana might be available depending on
your country/region. You can ask questions or talk to Cortana in natural
voice, and Cortana answers your questions using information from the
Internet. To use Cortana, an internal or external microphone is required.
Action center
You can review important notifications from apps or Windows in action
center, and take action without having to open apps. It also provides quick
action buttons to access to most-used settings instantly. Select the action
center icon
actions.
on the Windows taskbar to view your notifications and quick
Settings
Windows Store
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Settings provides system settings including advanced settings in the
Control Panel. They are divided in categories so that you can configure,
optimize, or personalize Windows.
You can also type in the keyword, and use Search to find any setting.
To open Settings, click Start -> All apps -> Settings (
You can pin it to the Start menu as a tile by right-clicking on Settings and
selecting Pin to Start.
Although many apps are pre-installed in your computer, you can also
download many others from the Windows Store.
You can search for and browse thousands of apps, all grouped into easyto-find categories there.
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Sign-in options
Windows offers a number of sign-in options including Password (
( ), Windows Hello ( ) and Picture password ( ) authentication to
prevent from unauthorized access. If you have multiple sign-in methods set
for a user account, you can select an option on the Windows login screen
by clicking sign-in options.
Tablet mode
Tablet mode enables touch-optimized working environment without
keyboard and mouse.
After switching to tablet mode, Start menu and apps are running in full
screen, giving you more space to work in. To use two apps side-by-side,
drag an app to one side. You will see any open apps that can snap next to
it. To close an app, drag it to the bottom of the screen.
Turning off the power
The power can be turned off in one of the following modes, either Shut
Down Mode, Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode.
Shut Down Mode
When you turn off the power in Shut Down Mode, no data will be saved
and the computer will boot to the main screen of the operating system the
next time it is turned on.
1. If you have entered data, either save it to the internal storage drive or
to other storage media.
2. Make sure all disk/disc activity has stopped before removing the disk/
disc.
If you turn off the power while a disk (disc) is being accessed, you
might lose data or damage the disk.
Never turn off the power while an application is running. Failure to do
so can cause data loss.
Never turn off the power, disconnect an external storage device, or
remove storage media during data read/write. Failure to do so can
cause data loss.
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4. Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer.
Do not turn the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately. Wait
a short period to avoid any potential damage.
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Start -> Power and then select Shut down.
Restarting the computer
Certain conditions require that you reset the computer, for example if:
You change certain computer settings.
To restart the computer, there are several ways this can be achieved:
Click Start -> Power and then select Restart.
Press CTRL, ALT, and DEL simultaneously (once) to display the
menu window, and then select Restart by clicking the power icon ( )
in the lower-right corner.
Before restarting the computer, be sure to save your data.
Sleep Mode
If you have to interrupt your work, you are able to turn off the power without
exiting from your software by placing the computer into Sleep Mode. In this
mode, data is maintained in the main memory of the computer. When you
turn on the power again, you can continue working right where you left off.
When you have to turn off your computer aboard an aircraft or in places
where electronic devices are regulated or controlled, always shut down the
computer. This includes turning off any wireless communication
functionalities, and canceling settings that reactivate the computer
automatically, such as a timer recording function. Failure to shut down the
computer in this way might allow the operating system to reactivate and run
pre-programmed tasks or preserve unsaved data, which might interfere
with aviation or other systems, possibly causing serious injury.
Before entering Sleep Mode, be sure to save your data.
To prevent data loss, do not switch to Sleep Mode while transferring
data to external media, such as USB devices, memory media, or other
external memory devices.
When the AC adaptor is connected, the computer will go into Sleep
Mode according to the settings in the Power Options (to access it,
click Control Panel -> System and Security -> Power Options
under Windows System group in All apps).
To restore the operation of the computer from Sleep Mode, press and
hold the power button or any key on the keyboard for a short amount
of time. Note that keyboard keys can only be used if the Wake-up on
Keyboard option is enabled within the TOSHIBA System Settings.
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If the computer enters Sleep Mode while a network application is
active, the application might not be restored when the computer is
next turned on and the system returns from Sleep Mode.
To prevent the computer from automatically entering Sleep Mode,
disable Sleep Mode within the Power Options.
To use the Hybrid Sleep function, configure it in the Power Options.
Benefits of Sleep Mode
The Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits:
Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than the
Hibernation Mode feature.
Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer
receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the
System Sleep Mode feature.
Allows the use of the panel power off feature.
Executing Sleep Mode
You can enter Sleep Mode in one of following ways:
Click Start -> Power and then select Sleep.
Close the display panel. Note that this feature must be enabled within
the Power Options.
Press the power button. Note that this feature must be enabled within
the Power Options.
When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left off
when you shut down the computer.
When the computer is in Sleep Mode, the Power indicator blinks
amber.
If you are operating the computer on battery power, you can lengthen
the overall operating time by turning it off into Hibernation Mode. Sleep
Mode consumes more power while the computer is off.
Sleep Mode limitations
Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions:
Hibernation Mode
The Hibernation Mode feature saves the contents of memory to the internal
storage drive when the computer is turned off so that, the next time it is
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Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down.
Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise.
The battery power is exhausted and the AC Adaptor is not connected.
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turned on, the previous state is restored. Note that the Hibernation Mode
feature does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to the
computer.
Save your data. While entering Hibernation Mode, the computer saves
the contents of memory to the internal storage drive. However, for
safety sake, it is best to save your data manually.
Data will be lost if you disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is
completed.
To prevent data loss, do not switch to Hibernation Mode while
transferring data to external media, such as USB devices, memory
media, or other external memory devices.
Benefits of Hibernation Mode
The Hibernation Mode feature provides the following benefits:
Saves data to the internal storage drive when the computer
automatically shuts down because of a low battery condition.
You can return to your previous working environment immediately
when you turn on the computer.
Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer
receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the
System Hibernate feature.
Allows the use of the panel power off feature.
Starting Hibernation Mode
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To enter Hibernation Mode, Click Start -> Power and then select
Hibernate.
To show Hibernate in Power menu, set up according to the following
steps:
1. Click Control Panel -> System and Security -> Power Options
under Windows System group in All apps.
2. Click Choose what the power button does or Choose what
closing the lid does.
3. Click Change settings that are currently unavailable.
4. Select the Hibernate check box from Shutdown settings.
5. Click the Save changes button.
Automatic Hibernation Mode
The computer can be configured to enter Hibernation Mode automatically
when you press the power button or close the lid. To define these settings,
do the following:
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1. Click Power Options and then click Choose what the power button
does or Choose what closing the lid does.
2. Enable the desired Hibernate settings for When I press the power
button and When I close the lid.
3. Click the Save changes button.
Data save in Hibernation Mode
When you turn off the power in Hibernation Mode, the computer takes a
moment to save the current data in memory to the internal storage drive.
After you turn off the computer, and the content of memory has been saved
to the internal storage drive, 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.
System Recovery
There is a hidden partition allocated on the internal storage drive for the
System Recovery Options in the event of a problem.
You can also create recovery media and restore the system.
The following items are described in this section:
Creating Recovery Media
Restoring the pre-installed software from your created Recovery
Media
Restoring the pre-installed software from the Recovery Partition
If you choose TOSHIBA Maintenance Utility to erase the internal storage,
all data including the operating system and recovery partition will be
deleted. In that case, you cannot create recovery media or restore the preinstalled software from the recovery partition. Make sure that you have
already created recovery media before you start TOSHIBA Maintenance
Utility. This recovery media can be used to restore your system after you
have erased your internal storage.
Creating Recovery Media
This section describes how to create Recovery Media.
Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you create Recovery Media.
Be sure to close all other software programs except the Recovery
Media Creator.
Do not run software such as screen savers which can put a heavy
load on the CPU.
Operate the computer at full power.
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Do not use power-saving features.
Do not write to the media when the virus check software is running.
Wait for it to finish, then disable virus detection programs including any
software that checks files automatically in the background.
Do not use utilities, including those intended to enhance internal
storage drive access speed. They might cause unstable operation and
damage data.
Do not shut down/log off or Sleep/Hibernate while writing or rewriting
the media.
Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subjected to
vibrations such as airplanes, trains, or cars.
Do not use on an unstable surface such as a stand.
A recovery image of the software on your computer is stored on the internal
storage drive, and can be copied to either disc media or USB Flash
Memory by using the following steps:
1. Select either blank disc or USB Flash Memory.
The application allows you to choose from a variety of different media
onto which the recovery image can be copied including disc media
and USB Flash Memory.
Some of the disc media might not be compatible with the optical disc
drive connected to your computer. You should therefore verify that the
optical disc drive supports the blank media you have chosen before
proceeding.
USB Flash Memory will be formatted and all the data in the USB Flash
Memory will be lost when proceeding.
2. Turn on your computer and allow it to load the Windows operating
system from the internal storage drive as normal.
3. Insert the first blank disc into the optical disc drive tray, or insert the
USB Flash Memory into one available USB port.
4. Click Recovery Media Creator under TOSHIBA group in All apps.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish creating the Recovery
Media.
Make sure that you create recovery media by using Recovery Media
Creator instead of the recovery drive creating option in Windows system.
Otherwise, Recovery Media Creator will not work and TOSHIBA HDD
Recoveryoption in TOSHIBA Maintenance Utility will not exist if you
restore the computer from the recovery media you created by options in
Windows system.
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