Toshiba Qosmio F60 Series User manual

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User’s Manual
Qosmio F60 Series

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Table of Contents
Preface
General Precautions
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Equipment checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
System Recovery Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Back. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9
Optical disc drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
Chapter 3 Hardware, Utilities and Options
Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9
TOSHIBA Value Added Package. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12
Utilities and Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-13
Optional devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-17
Bridge media slot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-18
Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-35
Chapter 4 Operating Basics
Using the Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
AV Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3
Web Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3
Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Using optical disc drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8
Writing CD/DVD/BDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-12
TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-23

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Using WinDVD BD for TOSHIBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26
Media care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28
TV Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
Sound system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31
Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
Computer Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39
Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-41
Heat dispersal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43
Chapter 5 The Keyboard
Typewriter keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Function keys: F1 … F9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Soft keys: FN key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Hot keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Desktop-style Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes
Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Monitoring of power condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
TOSHIBA Password Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11
Starting the computer by password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Power-up modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Panel power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
System automatic Sleep/Hibernation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Chapter 7 HW Setup
Accessing HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
HW Setup window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Chapter 8 AV functions
Media Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Front operation panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
TOSHIBA Button Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Remote controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Using the remote controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Installing/Removing batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
QosmioEngine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
TOSHIBA support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25

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Appendix A Specifications
Physical Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Appendix B Display Controller and Video mode
Display controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Video mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Appendix C Wireless LAN
Card Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
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
Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors
Certification agencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1
Appendix F TOSHIBA Anti-theft Protection Timer
Appendix G TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-2
Cleaning the cooling module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-2
Appendix H Legal Footnotes
Appendix I If your computer is stolen
Glossary
Index

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Copyright
© 2009 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 Qosmio F60 Series Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition November 2009
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
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to civil damages or criminal action. Please comply with copyright laws in
making any reproduction from this manual.
Please note that you may infringe the owner’s rights protected by the
copyright laws if you use the screen mode switching functions
(e.g. Wide mode, Wide Zoom mode, etc.) of this product to display
enlarged images/video at coffee shops or hotels for the purposes of profits
or providing these to the public.
Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA
Qosmio F60 Series 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.
Trademarks
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Business Machines Corporation.
Intel, Intel SpeedStep, Intel Core, Celeron and Centrino are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Windows, Microsoft and Windows logo are registered trademarks of
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Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company.
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA
under license.
Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO and Memory Stick
PRO Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
WinDVD is a trademark of the Corel Corporations.

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DVD MovieFactory is a trademark of the Corel Corporations.
Labelflash is a trademark of YAMAHA CORPORATION.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby Home Theater is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
PalmCheck and TouchPad are trademarks of Synaptics Incorporated.
ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association.
MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association.
xD-Picture Card is a trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used
in this manual.
Macrovision License
This product includes copyright protection technology and intellectual
property that are patented in the U.S. and other countries. These patents
are the property of Macrovision Corporation. The use of copyright
protection must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation. It is intended for
home and other restricted-use applications, unless Macrovision
Corporation expressly authorizes otherwise. All forms of reverse
engineering or decompiling are forbidden.
EU Conformity Statement
This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too are marked
with “CE” and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European
standards listed under the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC
Directive 2004/108/EC and/or R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
Responsible for CE-marking:
TOSHIBA EUROPE GMBH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.
Manufacturer:
Toshiba Corporation, 1-1 Shibaura 1-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-8001,
Japan
The complete official EU CE Declaration can be obtained on following
internet page: http://epps.toshiba-teg.com/

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CE compliance
This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related
European Directives, notably Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
2004/108/EC 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 2006/95/EC
for the supplied power adapter.
This product and the original options are designed to observe the related
EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards. However,
TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC
standards if options or cables not produced by TOSHIBA are connected or
implemented. In this case the persons who have connected / implemented
those options / cables have to provide assurance that the system (PC plus
options / cables) still fulfils the required standards. To avoid general EMC
problems, the following guidance should be noted:
■Only CE marked options should be connected / implemented
■Only best shielded cables should be connected
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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Important Safety Information for Computers with TV tuner
IEC60950-1/EN60950-1 Information technology equipment - Safety -
Coaxial cable connection to this computer must only be used if the cable
outer conductive shielding has been grounded by the cable installer at the
building premises as close to the point of cable entrance, or attachment, as
practicable and the connection complies with all local cable installation
requirements that are applicable in your area.
Following information is only for EU-member states:
Disposal of products
Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators
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 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
(http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com) or contact your local city office or
the shop where you purchased the product.
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 Battery Directive
(2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or
cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol.
By participating in 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.
For more detailed information about the collection and recycling
programmes available in your country, please visit our website
(http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com) or contact your local city office or
the shop where you purchased the product.
Pb, Hg, Cd
These symbols may not stick depending on the country and region where
you purchased.

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ENERGY STAR
®
Program
Disposing of the computer and the computer’s batteries
■Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and
regulations. For further information, contact your local government.
■This computer contains rechargeable batteries. After repeated use, the
batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need
to replace them. Under certain applicable laws and regulation, it may be
illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash.
■Please be kind to our shared environment. Check with your local
government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries
or how to dispose of them properly. This product contains mercury.
Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental
considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please
contact your local government.
Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR®compliant. If the model you
purchased is compliant, it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo on the
computer and the following information applies.
TOSHIBA is a partner in the 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 low-power Sleep
mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of
inactivity in AC power mode. TOSHIBA recommends that you leave this
and other energy saving features active, so that your computer will operate
at its maximum energy efficiency. You can wake the computer from Sleep
mode by pressing the power button.
Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions
by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US EPA and the EU
Commission. According to the EPA, a computer meeting the new ENERGY
STAR specifications will use between 20% and 50% less energy depending
on how it is used.
Visit http://www.eu-energystar.org or http://www.energystar.gov for more
information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program.

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REACH - Compliance Statement
The new European Union (EU) chemical regulation, REACH (Registration,
Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals), entered into force
on 1 June 2007. Toshiba will meet all REACH requirements and is
committed to provide our customers with information about the chemical
substances in our products according to REACH regulation.
Please consult the following website
www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/info/reach for information about the
presence in our articles of substances included on the candidate list
according to article 59(1) of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (“REACH”) in a
concentration above 0.1 % weight by weight.
Following information is only for Turkey:
■Compliant with EEE Regulations: Toshiba meets all requirements of
Turkish regulation 26891 “Restriction of the use of certain hazardous
substances in electrical and electronic equipment”.
■The number of possible pixel failures of your display is defined
according to ISO 13406-2 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.
GOST

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Optical disc drive safety instructions
Panasonic Communications
DVD Super Multi UJ890AD/UJ890ED with Labelflash™
Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this section.
■The DVD Super Multi drive 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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BD ROM UJ141/BD-RE UJ240
■The BD-R/RE drive 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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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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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the Qosmio F60 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 series of computers includes models with built-in TV tuners. When you
wish to display a play CD/DVD before starting Windows®, touch the
CD/DVD panel on the computer (or the same buttons on the remote
controller). In order to watch television before starting Windows, use the
Full size remote controller. When Windows is running, you can display or
record a TV program using the My TV feature of Media Center or the Full
size remote controller.
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your Qosmio F60 Series
computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your
computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and
troubleshooting.
If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing,
first read over the Chapter 1, Getting Started and Chapter 3, Hardware,
Utilities and Options chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer’s
features, components and accessory devices. Then read Chapter 1,
Getting Started for step-by-step instructions on setting up your computer.
If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the
preface to learn how this manual is organized, then become acquainted
with this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to read the Special
features section in Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options, to learn
about features that are uncommon or unique to this computer, as well as
the section on Chapter 7, HW Setup, to understand how to setup and
configure these features.
Read Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options if connecting optional
products or external devices.

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Conventions
This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight
terms and operating procedures.
Abbreviations
On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are
enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only
Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary.
Icons
Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer.
The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is
providing information on.
Keys
The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer
operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they
appear on the keyboard. For example, ENTER identifies the ENTER key.
Key operation
Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We
identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign
(+). For example, CTRL + C means you must hold down CTRL and at the
same time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at
the same time press the third.
Display
ABC When procedures require an action such as
clicking an icon or entering text, the icon’s name
or the text you are to type in is represented in the
typeface you see to the left.
SABC 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.

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Messages
Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your
attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below.
Terminology
This term is defined in this document as follows:
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.
Start The word “Start” refers to the “ ” button in
Windows®7.
HDD or Hard disk
drive Some models are equipped with a “Solid State 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.

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General Precautions
TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and
withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be
observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
computer.
Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions
included in the text of the manual.
Provide adequate ventilation
■Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate
ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is
turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet
(even if your computer is in Sleep Mode). In this condition, observe the
following:
■Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object.
■Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such
as anelectric blanket or heater.
■Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the
base of the computer.
■Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Using your
computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents.
■Always provide sufficient space around the computer.
■Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure,
computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious
injury.
Creating a computer-friendly environment
Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer
and any other items you are using, such as a printer.
Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide
adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat.
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
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■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 and Comfort. It contains
information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists
that can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Instruction Manual for
Safety and Comfort also includes information on work space design,
posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress.
Heat injury
■Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is
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, you should 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.
Mobile phones
Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio
system. The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way, but
it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between
the computer and a mobile phone that is in use.
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.

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The cautions on use of a Qosmio F60 Series computer
1. Clean any dust accumulated on the computer’s cooling vents.
The cooling vents are located on the left side and underside of the
computer.
2. Cooling vents on the underside and left side of the computer.
Cooling vents
When you use your computer in a dusty area, dirt and debris may
accumulate on the cooling vents at the under side of your unit. If this
occurs, the accumulated dust can cause insufficient heat dissipation which
may result in the computer shutting down during use. Carefully clean the
dust from the vents using a vacuum cleaner.
1. Cooling vents
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To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the cooling fan’s
air intake is not blocked. The fan draws in air by creating a vacuum. If the
fan is blocked, it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level
or cause the computer to shut down. Loose items such as notebook and
tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can block the air
intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Do not use the computer on
surfaces with objects that can be drawn in by the cooling fan.