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User’s Manual
PORTÉGÉ M750
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PORTÉGÉ M750 Table of Contents Preface General Precautions Chapter 1 Getting Started Equipment checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3 Chapter 2 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1 Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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PORTÉGÉ M750 TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43 Media care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-46 Sound System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-47 Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-49 Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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PORTÉGÉ M750 Radio Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1 Supported Frequency Sub-bands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2 Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2 Regulatory statements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2 Using Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA equipment in Japan . .
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PORTÉGÉ M750 Copyright © 2008 by 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. TOSHIBA PORTÉGÉ M750 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual First edition August 2008 Copyright authority for music, movies, computer programs, databases and other intellectual property covered by copyright
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PORTÉGÉ M750 Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual. EU Conformity Statement 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. CE compliance This product is labelled with the CE Mark in
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PORTÉGÉ M750 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
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PORTÉGÉ M750 The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate national type approvals. It has not been tested for conformity to national type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific function on specific national networks can be given. Following information is only for EU-member states: Disposal of products The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that products must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste.
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PORTÉGÉ M750 Disposing of the computer and the computer’s batteries ■ Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. For further information, contact your local government. ■ This computer contains rechargeable batteries. After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under certain applicable laws and regulation, it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash. ■ Plea
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PORTÉGÉ M750 ® ENERGY STAR Program ® Your computer model may be Energy Star qualified. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo on the computer and the following information applies. TOSHIBA is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ® ENERGY STAR 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 tha
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PORTÉGÉ M750 This computer is equipped with the optical disc drive in the following list according to the model. Manufacturer Type Panasonic UJ862 User’s Manual xi
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PORTÉGÉ M750 Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the PORTÉGÉ M750 series computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, includes multimedia functionality, and is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing. This manual tells how to set up and begin using your PORTÉGÉ M750 computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting. If yo
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PORTÉGÉ M750 Icons Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on. Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard. For example, ENTER identifies the ENTER key. Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We identify such operat
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PORTÉGÉ M750 Terminology This term is defined in this document as follows: Start The word “Start” refers to the “ ” button in ® ® Microsoft Windows Vista . HDD or Hard disk Some models are equipped with a “Solid State drive Drive (SSD)” instead of a hard disk drive. In this manual, the word “HDD” or “Hard disk drive” also refers to the SSD unless otherwise stated. xiv User’s Manual
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PORTÉGÉ M750 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
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PORTÉGÉ M750 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 met
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PORTÉGÉ M750 Chapter 1 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 pre-installed by TOSHIBA. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer, taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use. Hardware Check to make sure you have all the following items: ■ PORTÉGÉ M750 Portable Personal Com
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PORTÉGÉ M750 Software ® The following Windows operating system and utility software are pre-installed. ■ Microsoft Windows Vista ■ TOSHIBA Value Added Package ■ Recovery Disc Creator ■ TOSHIBA DVD Player ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility ■ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ■ TOSHIBA Assist ■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree™ ■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection ■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator ■ TOSHIBA Face Recognition (Is preinstalled in some models) ■ TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor ■ TOSHIBA USB Sleep and
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PORTÉGÉ M750 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 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 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 sect
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PORTÉGÉ M750 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 us
