Toshiba L50db Owners Manual

							Passwords set by the TOSHIBA Password Utility function are different from
the Windows password.
User Password
To start the utility, click the following items on the desktop:
Desktop Assist -> Tools & Utilities -> Password Utility -> User 
Password
User authentication may be required to validate user rights when using TOSHIBA Password Utility to delete or change passwords, etc.
Set  (button)
Click this button to register a password. After a password is set, you
will be prompted to enter it when you start the computer.
After you set the password, a dialog box will be displayed asking
whether you want to save it to other media. If you forget the password, you can open the password file on another computer. Be sure to keepthe media in a safe place.
When entering the character string to register the password, enter
from the keyboard character by character and do not enter as ASCII
code or copy-and-paste the character string. In addition, ensure that the registered password is correct by outputting the character string tothe password file.
When entering a password, do not enter any characters (for example"!" or "#") produced by pressing the  SHIFT or ALT  keys.
Delete  (button)
Click this button to delete a registered password. Before you can
delete a password, you must first enter the current password correctly.
Change  (button)
Click this button to change a registered password. Before you can
change a password, you must first enter the current password
correctly.
Owner String  (text box)
You can use this box to associate text with the password. After you
enter text, click  Apply or OK . When the computer is started, this text
will be displayed together with the prompt asking you to enter a
password.
You can use BIOS Setup to set, change or delete the HDD Password or
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							To start BIOS Setup.
1. Click the power icon ( 
 ) on the Start screen and then select
Restart .
2. Hold down the F2 key and then release this key one second after
the computer is power on - the BIOS setup utility will load.
To end the BIOS Setup, press  F10, and then select  Yes to accept the
changes. The computer will restart.
If you forget your HDD User Password, TOSHIBA will NOT be able to assist you, and your HDD will be rendered COMPLETELY and
PERMANENTLY INOPERABLE. TOSHIBA will NOT be held responsible for any loss of any data, any loss of use or access to your
HDD, or for any other losses to you or any other person or
organization that result from the loss of access to your HDD. If you can’t accept this risk, don’t register the HDD User Password.
When saving the HDD User Password shut down or restart thecomputer. If the computer is not shut down or restarted, the saveddata may not be correctly reflected. For more information on shuttingdown or restarting the computer, refer to  Turning on the power.
Supervisor Password
If you set a Supervisor Password, some functions might be restricted when
a user logs on with the User Password. To set a Supervisor Password:
Click  Desktop Assist -> Tools & Utilities -> Password Utility ->
Supervisor Password  on the desktop
This utility lets you do the following:
Register or delete the Supervisor Password.
Specify restrictions for general users.
Starting the computer using a password If you have already registered a user password, there is one way to startthe computer:
Enter the password manually.
The password is necessary only if the computer was shut down in
Hibernation mode or boot mode. It is not needed in Sleep mode and Restart.
To enter a password manually, follow the steps as detailed below:
1. Turn on the power as described in the  Getting Started section. The
following message will appear in the screen:
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							Enter Password [ ]At this point, the function keys do not work. They will function after youenter the password.
2. Enter the Password.
3. Press  ENTER.
If you enter the password incorrectly three times in a row, or if you don’t
enter the password within 1 minute, the computer shuts off. In this case,
some features that can power on the computer automatically (Wake-up on
LAN, Task Scheduler, etc) may not work. You must turn the computer back
on to retry password entry.
TOSHIBA System Settings
TOSHIBA System Settings is the TOSHIBA configuration management tool
available through the Windows operating system.
To run TOSHIBA System Settings, click  Desktop Assist -> Tools & 
Utilities -> System Settings  on the desktop.
The TOSHIBA System Settings window contains a number of tabs to allow specific functions of the computer to be configured.
In addition there are also three buttons: OK, Cancel and Apply.
OKAccepts your changes and closes the TOSHIBA
System Settings window.CancelCloses the window without accepting your
changes.ApplyAccepts all your changes without closing the
TOSHIBA System Settings window.Some options shown in grey are possible to confirm their status.
TOSHIBA System Settings screen may have the following tabs:
General—Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change
certain settings back to their default values
Sleep and Charge—Allows you to set advanced features for sleep
mode, hibernate mode, and shutdown state
Display—Allows you to select the internal LCD and/or external monitor
when the computer boots up
Boot Options—Allows you to change the sequence in which your
computer searches the drives for the operating system
Keyboard—Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function, or to configure the function keys
USB—Allows you to set conditions for USB
SATA—Allows you to set conditions for SATA
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							LAN—Allows you to set conditions for LANThe settings or options explained here may vary depending on the model
you purchased.
After you changed the settings, a dialog box may appear to prompt you that
the changes will take effect after the computer is restarted. Make sure to restart your computer immediately to apply these changes.
USB Charge
Your computer can supply USB Bus power (DC5V) to the USB port.The port with the icon ( 
 ) supports the following feature:
USB Sleep and Charge
System ON CDP Charge
USB Sleep and Charge You can use the Sleep and Charge function to charge certain USB-
compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital
music players. Your computer can supply USB bus power (DC5V) to the compatible port even when the computer is turned OFF. "Power OFF" includes Sleep Mode, Hibernation Mode or shutdown state.
To set USB Sleep and Charge feature, click  Desktop Assist -> Tools & 
Utilities -> System Settings -> Sleep and Charge  on the desktop.
Move the slider to enable or disable the Sleep and Charge function.
The Sleep and Charge function may not work with certain external
devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification. In those cases, turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device.
When Sleep and Charge function is enabled, USB bus power (DC5V)
will be supplied to compatible ports even when the power of the
computer is turned OFF. USB bus power (DC5V) is similarly supplied
to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports. However, some external devices cannot be charged solely by
supplying USB bus power (DC5V). As for the specifications of the
external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use.
Using the sleep and charge function to charge external devices will
take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers.
If Sleep and Charge function is enabled, the computer’s battery will
discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off. It is
recommended that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer while
using Sleep and Charge function.
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							External devices connected to the USB bus power (DC5V) function
that interfaces with the power ON/OFF of the computer may always be
in an operational state.
When there is a current overflow of the external devices connected to
the compatible ports, USB bus power (DC5V) supply may be stopped
for safety reasons.
When Sleep and Charge function is enabled, the USB Wakeup
function may not work for compatible ports. In that case, if there is a USB port that does not have the Sleep and Charge function, attach the mouse or keyboard to it. If all USB ports have the Sleep and
Charge function, change to disable Sleep and Charge function. The
USB Wakeup function will now work, but the Sleep and Charge function will be disabled.
Metal paper clips or hair pins/clips will generate heat if they come into
contact with USB ports. Do not allow USB ports to come into contact with
metal products, for example when carrying the computer in your bag.
Your PC has multiple charging modes so that many different USB devices can be supported for Sleep and Charge function.
Auto Mode  (Default) is suitable for a wide range of digital audio players.
While using  Auto Mode, your computer can supply USB bus power at
maximum 2.0A to the compatible ports while the computer is turned off.
When USB device cannot be charged by  Auto Mode, change to  Alternate 
Mode .
This function may not be able to be used with some connected external devices even if the appropriate mode is selected. In this situation, disable
and stop using this function.
Some external devices cannot use  Auto Mode. As for the specifications of
the external devices, please contact the device’s manufacture or check the
specifications of the external device thoroughly before use.
Always use the USB cable that was included with your USB device.
Function under Battery Mode
This option can be used to enable/disable sleep and charge under battery
mode. It also displays the remaining battery capacity.
Move the slider to enable or disable this function.
EnabledEnables Sleep and Charge function under battery
mode.DisabledEnables Sleep and Charge function only when
the AC adaptor is connected.
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							Disable features when
the battery level
reachesSpecifies the lower limit of remaining battery life
by moving the slider bar. If the remaining battery
life falls below the setting, the Sleep and Charge function will be stopped.
This setting is only available when the  Function 
under Battery Mode  is enabled.
System ON CDP Charge
This function enable/disable CDP (Charging Downstream Port) to use rapid
USB charge while the computer is powered on. When "System ON CDP Charge Mode" is enabled, your computer can supply USB bus power
(DC5V, 1.5A) to the compatible ports while the computer is turned on.
To set System ON CDP Charge Mode, click  Desktop Assist -> Tools & 
Utilities -> System Settings -> USB  on the desktop.
EnabledRapid USB battery charge at maximum 1.5A
while PC is powered On.DisabledConventional USB battery charge while PC is
powered On.The "System ON CDP Charge Mode" may not work with certain external
devices even if they are compliant with the USB specifications. In those cases, use a USB port without "USB Sleep and Charge function" or disable“System ON CDP Charge Mode”.
It is recommended that AC adaptor be connected to the computer while
supplying USB bus power (DC5V, 1.5A).
When your computer battery capacity is too low to continue, "System ON
CDP Charge Mode" may not work. In those cases, connect the AC adaptor and reboot the computer.
Always use the USB cable that was included with your USB device.
When "System ON CDP Charge Mode" or “USB Sleep and Charge
function” is enabled, the “USB Wakeup” function may not work. In that case, use a USB port without "USB Sleep and Charge function" or disableboth “System ON CDP Charge Mode” and “USB Sleep and Charge
function”.
TOSHIBA Media Player by sMedio TrueLink+
Please be aware of the following limitations when you use the TOSHIBAMedia Player by sMedio TrueLink+:
Notes on use TOSHIBA Media Player by sMedio TrueLink+ is a multimedia player which
can be used to play back video, music and photo.
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							This software is only provided with some models.
It is recommended that the AC adaptor be connected while TOSHIBA
Media Player is running. Power saving features may interfere with
smooth playback. When TOSHIBA Media Player is used with a battery
power, set the Power Options to "Balance".
The screen saver is disabled while TOSHIBA Media Player is playing
a video file or slideshows of photos.
The computer will not enter Sleep and Hibernation mode
automatically, while TOSHIBA Media Player is running.
The display automatic power off function is disabled while TOSHIBA
Media Player is playing a video file or slideshows of photos.
The Resolution+ function was specially adjusted for the internal
monitor. Hence, please turn OFF Resolution+ when viewing on
external monitor.
The Resolution+ feature for video playback is supported only on some
models. Resolution+ can only be enabled for video/photo playback if Enhance Video/Photo Quality  is displayed. Resolution+ can be
enabled only for photo playback if  Enhance Photo Quality is
displayed.
Playback of video/music/slideshow can be controlled using the media
buttons on the preview window which is invoked when the mouse cursor is moved over the TOSHIBA Media Player icon on the Windows
Taskbar.
Video/Slideshow playback can only be controlled when the application is in the foreground.
Music playback can be controlled even when the application is in the
background.
Playback of high bit rate content may cause frame dropping, audio
skipping or decrease in computer performance.
The above problems could be remedied by turning Resolution+ off.
Tap/click the Refresh button on app commands to refresh the content
displayed on Library Screen. It won’t be refreshed automatically.
If sleep, hibernation, shutdown or reboot operation is in process during
uploading the files to OneDrive, the operation will not be properly
completed.
This app doesn’t support to playback content protected by DRM. If you
try to play DRM protected content with Resolution+ On state, this app may be closed.
Photos uploaded to OneDrive are limited to a maximum resolution of
2048 x 2048 pixels. Any photo over that resolution will be scaled proportionally to a maximum size of 2048 x 2048 pixels.
This app doesn't support DMS.
The playback of some media files may not be normal by this player.This may also happen when using Windows Media Player and Video app.
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							User Interface and operational procedures might differ depending on
the application version. Please refer to the  Help of TOSHIBA Media 
Player by sMedio TrueLink+  for details.
Opening TOSHIBA Media Player by sMedio TrueLink+
Manual
The features and operations about TOSHIBA Media Player are explained
in the TOSHIBA Media Player Manual.
Use the following procedure to open TOSHIBA Media Player Online help: When TOSHIBA Media Player is running, click  Help of the Settings charm.
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor application proactively monitors anumber of system functions such as power consumption, battery health (for
models with battery) and the system cooling, informing you of significant system conditions. This application recognizes the system and individualcomponent serial numbers, and will track specific activities related to the
computer and their usage.
The collected information includes device operation time and number of
actuations or status changes (i.e.: number of power button and  FN key
combination uses, AC adaptor, battery (for models with battery), LCD, fan
(for models with fan), HDD/SSD, sound volume, wireless communication
functionalities and USB information), date of initial system use, and also
computer and device usage (i.e.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging (for models with battery), CPU, memory, backlight illuminationtime, and temperatures for various devices). The collected information isnot limited to the examples specified here. The stored data uses a very
small portion of the total hard disk capacity, approximately 10MB or less
per year.
This information is used to identify and provide a notification of system conditions which may effect the performance of your TOSHIBA computer. It
may also be used to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. Additionally, TOSHIBA may also use this information for quality assurance
analysis.
Subject to the use restrictions above, the data on the internal storage drive
logged may be transferred to entities located outside of your country or
region of residence (e.g., European Union). Those countries may or may
not have the same data protection laws or data protection levels as
required by your home country or region.
You may disable the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor at any time by
uninstalling the software via  Uninstall a program in the Control Panel .
Doing so will automatically delete all collected information from the internal storage drive.
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							The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify
TOSHIBA's obligations under its standard limited warranty in any way. TOSHIBA's standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply.
Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be opened by clicking  Desktop 
Assist -> Support & Recovery -> PC Health Monitor  on the desktop.
The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor main screen will be displayed.
This utility may be disabled by default on your computer. You can enable it by clicking  Please click here to enable TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor .
The "PC Health Monitor Software Notice & Acceptance" screen will be displayed. Please carefully read the information displayed. Selecting
ACCEPT  and clicking  OK will enable the program. By enabling the
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software, you agree with these terms and
conditions and to the use and sharing of the collected information. Once
the program is enabled, the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor screen is
displayed, and the program will begin monitoring system functions and collecting information.A message will be displayed if any changes which may interfere with the
operation of the program are detected. Follow the instructions displayed onscreen in the message.
TOSHIBA Gesture Controller
The TOSHIBA Gesture Controller allows the computer to detect the hand-based gesture which executes some operations of the computer.
Notes on use
If you want to control some system components like onscreen keyboard and task manager by using the TOSHIBA GestureController, please run the software under a user account with
administrator rights.
The software cannot work when the computer is locked.
The software cannot work when the computer enters screen saver.
The software doesn’t support external camera.
The software doesn’t support multiuser account operation.
The software cannot work under a guest account.
The software may not work properly when the camera is facing strong light or the computer is placed in dark environment.
Small hand(e.g.kids’) may not be detected properly.
You may need to restart the TOSHIBA Gesture Controller or sign in
again to ensure that the utility works properly If the text size on the screen has been enlarged or the resolution changed.
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							Starting TOSHIBA Gesture ControllerThe TOSHIBA Gesture Controller can be started using the following
methods:
Click the  TOSHIBA Gesture Controller  icon on the Start screen.
Click TOSHIBA Gesture Controller  on the desktop.
Using TOSHIBA Gesture Controller Raise your hand in front of your computer and operate within the distanceand angle described as below.
Distance range30cm to 100cm away from the Web Camera to
your hand.Angle rangeWithin a 60-degree both horizontal and vertical
range of the Web Camera.
Figure 5-1 Operational range
Gestures performed outside the effective operational range may be
missed or incorrectly detected .
Moving too fast may cause losing detection.
Moving something other than a hand fast in front of the camera, might
be treated as a swipe action by the software.
Only one hand operation is supported. Stretching your five fingers can be tracked easier.
Only landscape orientation screen is supported.
You can use your hand with simple gestures below to control computer.
Swipe leftStretch your hand, and quickly move to the left
without pausing.
Function:  Opens the Start screen or, if already
on the Start screen, returns you to your last app.
This is equivalent to pressing Windows ®
 logo
key.
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