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Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Your computer's features and specifications ....41 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 30
Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Your computer's features and specifications ....41 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 30
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Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 52 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 ...the TouchPad 75 Control buttons 75 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 75 Using external display devices 75 Connecting the display device 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 77 Adjusting the quality of the external display......78 Using an external keyboard 78 Using a mouse 78 Connecting a printer 79...
Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 52 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 ...the TouchPad 75 Control buttons 75 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 75 Using external display devices 75 Connecting the display device 76 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 77 Adjusting the quality of the external display......78 Using an external keyboard 78 Using a mouse 78 Connecting a printer 79...
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32 Contents Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........85 Using and configuring Sleep mode 87 Closing the display panel 90 Customizing your computer's settings 90 Caring for your computer 90 Cleaning the computer 90 Moving the computer 91 Using a computer lock 91 Chapter 2: ... media 106 Recording optical media 106 Removing a disc with the computer on...........107 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........107 Caring for optical discs 108 Toshiba's online resources 108
32 Contents Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........85 Using and configuring Sleep mode 87 Closing the display panel 90 Customizing your computer's settings 90 Caring for your computer 90 Cleaning the computer 90 Moving the computer 91 Using a computer lock 91 Chapter 2: ... media 106 Recording optical media 106 Removing a disc with the computer on...........107 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........107 Caring for optical discs 108 Toshiba's online resources 108
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... conflict 175 A plan of action 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 180 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........182 Optical drive problems 183 Sound system problems 184 Printer problems 185 Modem problems 186 Wireless networking...189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 196 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
... conflict 175 A plan of action 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 180 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........182 Optical drive problems 183 Sound system problems 184 Printer problems 185 Modem problems 186 Wireless networking...189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 196 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
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36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 198 Hot Key Cards 198 Using the Hot Key Cards 199 Application Cards 200 Using the Application Cards 201 Card Case 201 Hot key functions 202 Volume Mute 202 Lock (Instant security 203 Power plan 204 Sleep mode 205 Hibernation mode 206 Output (Display switch 207 Display brightness 208 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............209 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 210 Zoom (Display resolution 211 Keyboard hot key functions 212 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 213 Glossary 214 Index 228
36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 198 Hot Key Cards 198 Using the Hot Key Cards 199 Application Cards 200 Using the Application Cards 201 Card Case 201 Hot key functions 202 Volume Mute 202 Lock (Instant security 203 Power plan 204 Sleep mode 205 Hibernation mode 206 Output (Display switch 207 Display brightness 208 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............209 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 210 Zoom (Display resolution 211 Keyboard hot key functions 212 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 213 Glossary 214 Index 228
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..., your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Toshiba is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will ... accompany you wherever you go. If the model you leave this computer to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in AC power mode. To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance...
..., your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Toshiba is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will ... accompany you wherever you go. If the model you leave this computer to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in AC power mode. To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance...
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... for the first time 49 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily and never lift the computer by the...comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display to slowly open or close the display panel. Getting Started Using the computer for ...
... for the first time 49 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily and never lift the computer by the...comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display to slowly open or close the display panel. Getting Started Using the computer for ...
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... glows green. (Sample Illustration) Turning on the power The preinstalled operating system will deteriorate. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Any small...you turn on the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you may not be able to ensure that may appear on your display are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. When the computer is operated on battery...
... glows green. (Sample Illustration) Turning on the power The preinstalled operating system will deteriorate. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Any small...you turn on the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you may not be able to ensure that may appear on your display are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. When the computer is operated on battery...
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..., and special offers applicable to your product. Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Setting up your software. 1 From the Welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may restart your software When... you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn on your software setup choices. Failure to your desktop and then double-clicking Toshiba Registration. NOTE To ...
..., and special offers applicable to your product. Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Setting up your software. 1 From the Welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may restart your software When... you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn on your software setup choices. Failure to your desktop and then double-clicking Toshiba Registration. NOTE To ...
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... your computer for the first time you use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. After starting your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your software" on page 79) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information ... on page 78) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 78) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 75) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 51.
... your computer for the first time you use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. After starting your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your software" on page 79) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information ... on page 78) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 78) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 75) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 51.
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otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" ...
otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" ...
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... cover and secure it out of the slot. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the...
... cover and secure it out of the slot. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the...
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..., a D: drive) storage drive partitions intact. Recover without your permission. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 61 NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says, "Windows® needs your C: drive to its outof-box state. (Recommended recovery method) Recover to a custom size partition See "Recovering to...
..., a D: drive) storage drive partitions intact. Recover without your permission. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 61 NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says, "Windows® needs your C: drive to its outof-box state. (Recommended recovery method) Recover to a custom size partition See "Recovering to...
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Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 63 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 63 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
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NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the drive and all data will be connected to restart the computer. ... keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you that your work to external media before proceeding. 8 Click Next to out-of-box state. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen...
NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the drive and all data will be connected to restart the computer. ... keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you that your work to external media before proceeding. 8 Click Next to out-of-box state. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen...
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... you that all data will be lost during the recovery process. 66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 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...
... you that all data will be lost during the recovery process. 66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 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...
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... the internal storage drive partitions deletes all information stored on page 70. If not, skip to restart the computer. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that your work to begin the recovery. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without affecting other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those...
... the internal storage drive partitions deletes all information stored on page 70. If not, skip to restart the computer. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that your work to begin the recovery. Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions Recovering without affecting other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those...
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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 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 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 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 4 A warning screen appears stating that when the recovery is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten.
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... Support Center in the United States is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your optical disc drive is (800) 457-777; outside the United States it is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on your computer's internal storage drive. Be ... to copy the internal storage drive recovery files to DVD, which gives you the ability to begin the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to copy the internal storage drive recovery files.
... Support Center in the United States is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your optical disc drive is (800) 457-777; outside the United States it is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on your computer's internal storage drive. Be ... to copy the internal storage drive recovery files to DVD, which gives you the ability to begin the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the keyboard to copy the internal storage drive recovery files.
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Note: This option deletes all data will be deleted and rewritten. Click Yes to continue. 7 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a Process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. 8 Select one at this time. If you want to recover the ...C: partition only, leaving other partitions from the drive. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard and then click Next. 5 If ...
Note: This option deletes all data will be deleted and rewritten. Click Yes to continue. 7 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a Process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. 8 Select one at this time. If you want to recover the ...C: partition only, leaving other partitions from the drive. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard and then click Next. 5 If ...