User’s Manual 4-7
Operating Basics
■ TOSHIBA is not liable for the eavesdropping of data due to the use of
Wireless LAN and the damage thereof.
Bluetooth
TM
wireless technology
Bluetooth
TM
wireless technology eliminates the need for cables between
electronic devices such as desktop computers, printers and mobile phones.
You cannot use the built-in Bluetooth functions and an optional Bluetooth
Adaptor simultaneously.
Bluetooth
TM
wireless technology has the following features:
Worldwide operation
The Bluetooth radio transmitter and receiver operates in the 2.45 GHz
band, which is license-free and compatible with radio systems in most
countries in the world.
Radio links
You can easily establish links between two or more devices. The link is
maintained even if the devices are not within line of sight.
Security
Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security:
■ Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible
to falsify the origin of a message.
■ Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy.
Wireless communication switch
You can enable or disable RF transmission (Wireless LAN) functions on
and off, with hot keys. No transmissions are sent or received when the hot
keys don’t work.
Turn the computer off when you enter an airplane and check the carrier’s
regulations before you use a computer on board.
Wireless
communication Indicator
The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless
communication functions.
Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals. Check the indicator. It will
stop glowing when the wireless communication function is off.
Indicator status Indication
Indicator off Wireless communication hot keys are set to off.
Automatic power down because of overheating.
Power malfunction