Toshiba C50 User Manual

							Figure 3-3 The right side of the computer1. Memory media slot5. HDMI out port2. Headphone/Microphone combo jack6. Cooling vents3. Universal Serial Bus (USB 3.0) port7. Security lock slot4. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0 or 3.0)
port Memory media slotThis slot lets you insert an SD™/SDHC™/
SDXC™ memory card, miniSD™/microSD™
Card and MultiMediaCard™. Refer to the
Memory media  section for more information.Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples, and paper clips, out of
the Memory media slot. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit,
which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.Headphone/
Microphone combo
jackA 3.5 mm mini headphone/microphone combo
jack enables connection of a monaural
microphone or stereo headphones.Universal Serial Bus
(USB 3.0) portOne Universal Serial Bus port, which complies to
the USB 3.0 standard, is provided on the right
side of the computer.
The port with the icon ( 
 ) has Sleep and Charge
function, and this function is only provided with
some models.
USB 3.0 port(s) might work as USB 2.0 port(s) when operating in USB
Legacy Emulation mode.
Before removing a USB device from the USB port of your computer,
click the  Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media  icon on the
Windows Taskbar, and then select the USB device that you want to remove.
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							Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0 or 3.0) portOne Universal Serial Bus port, which complies to
the USB 2.0 or 3.0 standard, is provided on the
right side of some models.HDMI out portHDMI out port can connect with Type A
connector HDMI cable.Cooling ventsThe cooling vents help the processor to avoid overheating.Security lock slotA security cable can be attached to this slot andthen connected to a desk or other large object in
order to deter theft of the computer.
Back
The following figure shows the back of the computer. Figure 3-4 The back of the computer
1. Battery packBattery packThe rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack
provides power to the computer when the AC
adaptor is not connected.
For more detailed information on the use and
operation of the battery pack, refer to the  Battery
section.Legal Footnote (Battery Life)
For more information regarding Battery Life, refer to the  Legal Footnotes
section.
Underside
The following figures show the underside of the computer. Ensure that the
display is closed before the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage.
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							Figure 3-5 The underside of the computer1. Cooling vents3. Memory module cover*2. Cooling vents* 
* Provided with some models.
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
Cooling ventsThe cooling vents help the processor to avoid
overheating.Do not block the cooling vents. Keep foreign metal objects, such as
screws, staples, and paper clips, out of the cooling vents. Foreign metal
objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Carefully clean the dust on the surface of the cooling vents using a soft cloth.Memory module
coverSome models are equipped with the memory module cover. The memory module slot under
this cover allows for the installation, replacement
and removal of additional memory module.
The capacity of the memory modules varies
depending on the model. The actual amount of
useable system memory is less than the installed
memory modules.
Refer to the  Additional memory module  section.
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							Front with the display openThis section shows the computer with the display panel open. In order toopen the display, lift up the display panel and position it at a comfortableviewing angle for you.
Figure 3-6 The front of the computer with the display panel open
Figure 3-7 Top side of the touch screen model
1. Microphone8. Display hinges2. Web Camera LED9. Power button3. Web Camera10. Power indicator4. Microphone*11. Keyboard5. Wireless communication antennas
(not shown)12. NFC (Near Field Communication)
detection area*6. Display screen13. Touch Pad7. Stereo speakers14. Touch Pad control buttons
* Provided with some models.
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
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							MicrophoneThe built-in microphone allows you to import andrecord sounds for your application. Refer to theSound System and Video mode  section for more
information.Web Camera LEDThe Web Camera LED glows when the Web
Camera is operating.Web CameraWeb Camera  is a device that allows you to
record video or take photographs with your
computer. You can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool.Do not point the web camera directly at the sun.
Do not touch or press strongly on the web camera lens. Failure to do
so might reduce image quality. Use an eyeglass cleaner (cleaner cloth) or other soft cloth to clean the lens if it becomes dirty.
Wireless
communication
antennasDepending on the configuration of your
computer, one or all of the following antennas are built-in:
Wireless LAN
Wireless LAN/Bluetooth
Do not cover the wireless communication antennas area with any metal
objects, otherwise the wireless function might not work.Legal Footnote (Wireless LAN)
For more information regarding Wireless LAN, refer to the  Legal Footnotes
section.Display screen39.6 cm (15.6") LCD screen, is configured with
one of the following resolutions depending on the
model you purchased:
HD, 1366 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels
FHD, 1920 horizontal x 1080 vertical pixels
UHD, 3840 horizontal x 2160 vertical pixels
Be aware that, when the computer is operating
on the AC adaptor, the image displayed on the
internal screen is somewhat brighter than when it
operates on battery power. This difference in
brightness levels is intended to save power when
operating on batteries.
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							For more information regarding LCD, refer to the Legal Footnotes section.Stereo speakersThe speakers emit sound generated by your
software as well as audio alarms, such as low
battery condition, generated by the system.Display hingesThe display hinges allow the display panel to be
positioned at a variety of easy-to-view angles.Power buttonPress this button to power on/off the computer.Power indicatorThe  Power  indicator glows white when the
computer is turned on. However, if you turn off
the computer into Sleep Mode, this indicator
blinks white.KeyboardThe keyboard contains character keys, control
keys, function keys, and special Windows keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size
keyboard.
Refer to the  The Keyboard  section for details.NFC (Near Field
Communication)
detection areaNFC (Near Field Communication) initiates
interactions immediately between people and
objects close the computer. NFC enables quick
ad-hoc connections from PC to PC, or PC to
device, through simple physical touch, without
the pre-requisite of formal pairing. The
interactions are intended to be quick, simple and
delightful, simplifying the interactions with daily
used devices and promoting a more social computing experience.
Some models are equipped with NFC function.Touch PadThe Touch Pad located in the palm rest is used to control the movement of the on-screen pointer.
To use the Touch Pad, simply touch and move
your fingertip across it in the direction you want
the on-screen pointer to go.Touch Pad control
buttonsThe two buttons located on the bottom of the
Touch Pad are used like the buttons on a
standard mouse. Press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphicsdesignated by the pointer, and press the right
button to display a menu or other function
depending on the software you are using.
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							Internal Hardware ComponentsThis section describes the internal hardware components of your computer.
The actual specifications might vary depending on the model you
purchased.
Battery packThis computer includes a battery pack inside. However, do not attempt to dismount or replace it
by yourself. Contact an authorized TOSHIBA
service provider, if necessary.
The rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack
provides power to the computer when the AC
adaptor is not connected.
For more detailed information on the use and
operation of the battery pack, refer to the  Battery
section.CPUThe processor type varies depending on model.
To check which type of processor is included in
your model, click  Control Panel -> System and 
Security -> System  under Windows System
group in  All apps.Legal Footnote (CPU)
For more information regarding CPU, refer to the  Legal Footnotes section.Hard Disk Drive or
Solid-State DriveThe capacity of the hard disk drive varies
depending on the model.
Note that part of the hard disk overall capacity is
reserved as administration space.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.
SSD is a large-capacity storage device which uses Solid-State
Memory in place of a magnetic disk of the hard disk.
Under certain unusual conditions of prolonged non-use and/or exposure to
high temperatures, the SSD might be vulnerable to data retention errors.Legal Footnote (Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity)
For more information regarding Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity, refer to the  Legal Footnotes  section.User's Manual 3-10 
						

							Video RAMThe memory in the graphics adaptor of the
computer, used to store the image displayed on a bitmap display.
The amount of Video RAM available depends on
the system memory of the computer.
Click  Control Panel -> Appearance and 
Personalization -> Display -> Adjust 
resolution  under Windows System  group in All 
apps .
The amount of Video RAM can be verified by
clicking the  Advanced settings  button in the
Screen Resolution window.Memory moduleThe memory module is installed in the computer.Legal Footnote (Memory (Main System))
For more information regarding Memory (Main System), refer to the  Legal
Footnotes  section.Graphics Processing
UnitGraphics processing unit (GPU) performance
might vary depending on product model, design
configuration, applications, power management
settings and features utilized. GPU performance
is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and might decrease considerably when
operating in battery power mode.Legal Footnote (Graphics Processing Unit (GPU))
For more information regarding Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), refer to the  Legal Footnotes  section.
Intel®
 Display Power Saving Technology
Intel GPU models might include the Display Power Saving Technology feature that can save the power consumption of the computer by optimizing
picture contrast on the internal LCD.
This feature can be used if the computer is:
Running under battery mode
Using the internal LCD display only
The Display Power Saving Technology feature is enabled as the factory
default. If you want to turn off this feature, change it in the settings
accordingly in the Intel ®
 HD Graphics Control Panel.
You can access this control panel in the following way: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click  Graphics Properties...
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							2. Click Power and then click  On Battery in the upper-left corner.
3. Click  Disable under Display Power Saving Technology .
4. Click  Apply.
If you want to enable this feature, click  Enable under Display Power 
Saving Technology .
AMD ®
 Vari-Bright ™
AMD GPU models might include the AMD ®
 Vari-Bright ™
 feature that can
save the power consumption of the computer by optimizing picture contrast
on the internal LCD.
This feature can be used if the computer is:
running under battery mode
using the internal LCD display only
The Vari-Bright feature can be enabled in the AMD VISION Engine Control Center/Catalyst Control Center. You can access the center in the following way:
Right-click on the desktop and click  AMD VISION Engine Control
Center /Catalyst Control Center .
In this control panel:
1. Select  PowerPlay™  under Power.
2. Select  Enable PowerPlay™  check box, and then select the  Enable 
Vari-Bright™  check box.
If you want to improve the picture quality under the conditions mentioned above, adjust the setting towards Maximize Quality or disable this feature.
NVIDIA ®
 GeForce Experience TM
NVIDIA ®
 GeForce Experience TM
 optimizes your games by downloading
personalized graphics settings from the NVIDIA Cloud.
This feature is only provided with some models.
How to use NVIDIA ®
 GeForce Experience TM
:
1. Click  GeForce Experience  in All apps .
2. Under the  Preferences tab, click Games -> Check now .
3. If the supported games by NVIDIA GeForce Experience are installed, the games are listed in the  Games tab. Select the game you want to
optimize.
4. Click the  Optimize button to optimize the game.
5. Click the  Launch Game  button to start the game.
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							The NVIDIA®
 GeForce Experience TM
 can notify you of the latest
display driver updates for NVIDIA Graphics Controllers. However,
Toshiba does not guaranty compatibility of such NVIDIA drivers with
your device. TOSHIBA shall not be liable for any damage resulting from NVIDIA’s drivers. Hence, your device shall not be covered under TOSHIBA’s limited warranty. Please refer to the End User LicenseAgreement (EULA). Furthermore, TOSHIBA does not provide any
technical support for such drivers.
The NVIDIA ®
 GeForce Experience TM
 application does not optimize all
PC games. PC game support can be checked via  Preferences ->
General -> Supported games . Even if your PC game is supported,
NVIDIA Cloud might not have the data necessary to optimize your PC
game. Use  Send feedback  (bottom right of NVIDIA ®
 GeForce
Experience TM
) to provide necessary information such as device
system information, name of PC game, and so on. NVIDIA might
choose to optimize such games via the NVIDIA Cloud in the future.
Power Condition Descriptions
The computer operating capability and battery charge status are affected
by different power conditions, including whether an AC adaptor is connected and what the battery charge level is.
DC IN/Battery indicator Check the  DC IN/Battery  indicator to determine the status of the battery
pack and the power status with the AC adaptor connected. The following indicator conditions should be noted:
Flashing amberThe battery charge is low. The AC adaptor must
be connected to recharge the battery.AmberIndicates that the AC adaptor is connected and
the battery is charging.WhiteIndicates that the AC adaptor is connected and
the battery is fully charged.No lightUnder any other conditions, the indicator does not light.If the battery pack becomes too hot while it is being charged, the charge
stops and the  DC IN/Battery  indicator goes out. When the temperature of
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