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...Atheros Communications, Inc. Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are owned by Toshiba is a registered trademark of SD Card Association. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Atheros is under license. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in this product may contain mercury. and any use of such marks by ...and MMC are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. 28 Trademarks Satellite is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
...Atheros Communications, Inc. Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are owned by Toshiba is a registered trademark of SD Card Association. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Atheros is under license. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in this product may contain mercury. and any use of such marks by ...and MMC are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. 28 Trademarks Satellite is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications ....40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 Using the computer for the first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 29
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications ....40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 Using the computer for the first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 29
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30 Contents Turning on the power 49 Setting up your software 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba 50 Adding optional external devices 50 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 ...TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector.....79 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 80 Adjusting the quality of the external display......81 Using an external keyboard 81 Using a mouse 81 Connecting a ...
30 Contents Turning on the power 49 Setting up your software 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba 50 Adding optional external devices 50 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 ...TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector.....79 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 80 Adjusting the quality of the external display......81 Using an external keyboard 81 Using a mouse 81 Connecting a ...
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Contents 31 Using and configuring Sleep mode 90 Closing the display panel 93 Customizing your computer's settings 93 Caring for your computer 93 Cleaning the computer 93 Moving the computer 94 Using a computer lock 94 Chapter 2: ...
Contents 31 Using and configuring Sleep mode 90 Closing the display panel 93 Customizing your computer's settings 93 Caring for your computer 93 Cleaning the computer 93 Moving the computer 94 Using a computer lock 94 Chapter 2: ...
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... A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 184 Hot Key Cards 184 Using the Hot Key Cards 185 Application Cards 186 Using the Application Cards 186 Card Case 187 Hot key functions 188 Volume Mute 188 Lock (Instant security 189 Power plan 190 Sleep mode 191 Hibernation mode 192 Output (Display switch 193 Display brightness 194...
... A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 184 Hot Key Cards 184 Using the Hot Key Cards 185 Application Cards 186 Using the Application Cards 186 Card Case 187 Hot key functions 188 Volume Mute 188 Lock (Instant security 189 Power plan 190 Sleep mode 191 Hibernation mode 192 Output (Display switch 193 Display brightness 194...
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Contents 35 Zoom (Display resolution 197 Keyboard hot key functions 198 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 199 Glossary 200 Index 215
Contents 35 Zoom (Display resolution 197 Keyboard hot key functions 198 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 199 Glossary 200 Index 215
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...the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is labeled with ... pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is set to conserve computer energy. 36 With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer...
...the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is labeled with ... pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is set to conserve computer energy. 36 With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer...
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...computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to slowly open or close the display panel. Any small bright dots that may not be careful to increase the brightness of the screen while on the usage of the computer,.... When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may appear on and begin using high-precision technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured ...
...computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to slowly open or close the display panel. Any small bright dots that may not be careful to increase the brightness of the screen while on the usage of the computer,.... When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may appear on and begin using high-precision technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured ...
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... the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices. Setting up your software. The first time you turn on...
... the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices. Setting up your software. The first time you turn on...
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...to your product. You may want to run most of data. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 81) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Connecting a...page 81) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Product registration can be connected to complete Product Registration will not...
...to your product. You may want to run most of data. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 81) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Connecting a...page 81) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Product registration can be connected to complete Product Registration will not...
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...a memory module" on page 51), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. To do this computer?" Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you want...method) See "Recovering to out-of -box state Description This option restores the original factory image to work. Installed memory (RAM) is displayed below the System heading. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to your internal storage drive, returning...
...a memory module" on page 51), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. To do this computer?" Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you want...method) See "Recovering to out-of -box state Description This option restores the original factory image to work. Installed memory (RAM) is displayed below the System heading. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to your internal storage drive, returning...
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62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive (Sample Image) Warning screen 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen 6 The Recovery of -box state. Select Recover to out-of Factory Default Software screen appears.
62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive (Sample Image) Warning screen 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen 6 The Recovery of -box state. Select Recover to out-of Factory Default Software screen appears.
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... partitions. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to an external power source via the AC adaptor. NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that your work" on page 105). 8 Click Next to restart the computer. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 63 (Sample Image) Recovery of...
... partitions. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to an external power source via the AC adaptor. NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that your work" on page 105). 8 Click Next to restart the computer. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 63 (Sample Image) Recovery of...
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Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 65 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen 6 The Recovery of drive C: field to a custom size partition. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Use the on-screen arrow buttons in The size of Factory Default Software screen appears. Select Recover to set the partition size.
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 65 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen 6 The Recovery of drive C: field to a custom size partition. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Use the on-screen arrow buttons in The size of Factory Default Software screen appears. Select Recover to set the partition size.
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... the computer. To recover using the utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is complete, a message displays indicating that all information stored on your computer's internal storage drive or by using the first method, follow the procedure below. Be sure...C: drive. To recover using the second method, see "Backing up your computer be lost during the recovery process. A confirmation message displays reminding you have created such media. Be sure to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up your system offers a choice...
... the computer. To recover using the utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is complete, a message displays indicating that all information stored on your computer's internal storage drive or by using the first method, follow the procedure below. Be sure...C: drive. To recover using the second method, see "Backing up your computer be lost during the recovery process. A confirmation message displays reminding you have created such media. Be sure to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up your system offers a choice...
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Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 67 4 A warning screen appears stating that when the recovery is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten.
Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 67 4 A warning screen appears stating that when the recovery is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten.
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... the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Creating recovery DVDs/media It is complete, a message displays, indicating that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted, you can... restore your system to a new internal storage drive from your recovery DVDs/media. A confirmation message displays reminding you that you can restore your system from your recovery DVDs/media. 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 The...
... the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Creating recovery DVDs/media It is complete, a message displays, indicating that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted, you can... restore your system to a new internal storage drive from your recovery DVDs/media. A confirmation message displays reminding you that you can restore your system from your recovery DVDs/media. 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 The...
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... Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box 2 Select DVD or USB Flash from the drop-down lists next to "System Recovery Media" and "Application Discs," depending on ... USB flash drives of space required for storing the recovery files varies by computer model. To create recovery DVDs/media: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Recovery Media Creator. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 69 NOTE When you want to use. Any files that you created; The...
... Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box 2 Select DVD or USB Flash from the drop-down lists next to "System Recovery Media" and "Application Discs," depending on ... USB flash drives of space required for storing the recovery files varies by computer model. To create recovery DVDs/media: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Recovery Media Creator. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 69 NOTE When you want to use. Any files that you created; The...
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... original factory image ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions- When the initial screen displays, press F12. Click Yes to continue. 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a Process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. 7 Select one of the following...-of-box state and specify a custom size for the C: drive. Note: This option deletes all data on your computer. The boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which type of media you are on a ...
... original factory image ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions- When the initial screen displays, press F12. Click Yes to continue. 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a Process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. 7 Select one of the following...-of-box state and specify a custom size for the C: drive. Note: This option deletes all data on your computer. The boot menu displays. 4 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option or the USB Flash option, depending on which type of media you are on a ...
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...Recovery Wizard on the size of erasing the drive. When the initial screen displays, press F12. This process may take several hours, depending on your recovery DVDs/media: Turn off your internal storage drive. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk ...following options on the Erase the hard disk screen: ❖ Delete all data and partitions from the internal storage drive: 1 Access the Toshiba Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive or on your recovery DVDs/media. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive...
...Recovery Wizard on the size of erasing the drive. When the initial screen displays, press F12. This process may take several hours, depending on your recovery DVDs/media: Turn off your internal storage drive. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk ...following options on the Erase the hard disk screen: ❖ Delete all data and partitions from the internal storage drive: 1 Access the Toshiba Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive or on your recovery DVDs/media. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive...