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...due to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-in and recycling programs. For details, please visit www.laptops.toshiba.com/green. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Toshiba is a registered trademark of ...Atheros Communications, Inc. Other trademarks and trade names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Secure Digital and SD are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in this product may contain mercury. 27 Trademarks Satellite...
...due to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-in and recycling programs. For details, please visit www.laptops.toshiba.com/green. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Toshiba is a registered trademark of ...Atheros Communications, Inc. Other trademarks and trade names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Secure Digital and SD are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in this product may contain mercury. 27 Trademarks Satellite...
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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Your computer's features and specifications ....39 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 43 Connecting to a power source 44 Charging the main battery 46 Using the computer for the first time 47 Opening the display panel 47 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Your computer's features and specifications ....39 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 43 Connecting to a power source 44 Charging the main battery 46 Using the computer for the first time 47 Opening the display panel 47 28
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Contents 29 Turning on the power 48 Setting up your software 48 Registering your computer with Toshiba 49 Adding optional external devices 49 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 50 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory ...; settings 77 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 78 Using external display devices 78 Selecting video cables 79 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............79 Connecting an external monitor or projector ....79 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 80 Adjusting the quality...
Contents 29 Turning on the power 48 Setting up your software 48 Registering your computer with Toshiba 49 Adding optional external devices 49 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 50 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory ...; settings 77 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 78 Using external display devices 78 Selecting video cables 79 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............79 Connecting an external monitor or projector ....79 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 80 Adjusting the quality...
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... turning off the computer 83 Using the Shut down command 85 Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........87 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 93 Using a computer lock 94 Chapter... using the Search programs and files field 101 Saving your work 101 Printing your work 103 Backing up your work 104 Restoring your work 104 Toshiba's online resources 105
... turning off the computer 83 Using the Shut down command 85 Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........87 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 93 Using a computer lock 94 Chapter... using the Search programs and files field 101 Saving your work 101 Printing your work 103 Backing up your work 104 Restoring your work 104 Toshiba's online resources 105
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...can help you 164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 165 Checking device properties 165 Memory problems 166 Power and the batteries 166 Keyboard problems 168 Display problems 168 Disk or storage drive problems 170 Error-checking 170 Optical disc drive (optional) problems 171 Sound system problems 172 Printer problems 172 ...computing habits 176 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 177 If you need further assistance 182 Before you contact Toshiba 182 Contacting Toshiba 182 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 183 Toshiba's worldwide offices 183
...can help you 164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 165 Checking device properties 165 Memory problems 166 Power and the batteries 166 Keyboard problems 168 Display problems 168 Disk or storage drive problems 170 Error-checking 170 Optical disc drive (optional) problems 171 Sound system problems 172 Printer problems 172 ...computing habits 176 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 177 If you need further assistance 182 Before you contact Toshiba 182 Contacting Toshiba 182 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 183 Toshiba's worldwide offices 183
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34 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 185 Hot Key Cards 185 Using the Hot Key Cards 186 Application Cards 187 Using the Application Cards 188 Card Case 188 Hot key functions 189 Volume Mute 189 Lock (Instant security 190 Power plan 191 Sleep mode 192 Hibernation mode 193 Output (Display switch 194 Display brightness 195 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............196 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 197 Zoom (Display resolution 198 Keyboard hot key functions 199 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 200 Glossary 201 Index 215
34 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 185 Hot Key Cards 185 Using the Hot Key Cards 186 Application Cards 187 Using the Application Cards 188 Card Case 188 Hot key functions 189 Volume Mute 189 Lock (Instant security 190 Power plan 191 Sleep mode 192 Hibernation mode 193 Output (Display switch 194 Display brightness 195 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............196 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 197 Zoom (Display resolution 198 Keyboard hot key functions 199 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 200 Glossary 201 Index 215
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...the power button. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for more information on the computer and the following information applies. You ... that you leave this computer to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. If the model you go. With your...
...the power button. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Toshiba is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for more information on the computer and the following information applies. You ... that you leave this computer to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. If the model you go. With your...
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... will deteriorate. Using the computer for the first time The computer is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen Small bright dots may ...vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for the first time...
... will deteriorate. Using the computer for the first time The computer is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen Small bright dots may ...vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is now ready for the first time...
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... rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your software When you may not be able to increase the brightness of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button...
... rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your software When you may not be able to increase the brightness of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button...
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... 81) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 81) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 78) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 81) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase... additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Product registration can be connected to the Internet. Failure to increase the computer's See "Setting up your computer with enough memory...
... 81) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 81) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 78) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 81) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase... additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Product registration can be connected to the Internet. Failure to increase the computer's See "Setting up your computer with enough memory...
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58 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. This is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that says, "Do you to... and try again. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then...
58 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. This is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that says, "Do you to... and try again. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then...
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Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 61 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 61 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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...Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to begin the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you that your work " on page 104. Select Recover to restart the computer. When the process is strongly recommended that all ... (see "Backing up your computer be lost during the recovery process. 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...
...Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to begin the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you that your work " on page 104. Select Recover to restart the computer. When the process is strongly recommended that all ... (see "Backing up your computer be lost during the recovery process. 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...
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Select Recover to set the partition size. 64 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 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. 64 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 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.
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... any information on the keyboard to step 4. If not, skip to restart the computer. A confirmation message displays reminding you have created such media. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that all information stored on your computer be lost during the recovery process. Recovering without...
... any information on the keyboard to step 4. If not, skip to restart the computer. A confirmation message displays reminding you have created such media. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that all information stored on your computer be lost during the recovery process. Recovering without...
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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 66 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 66 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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...purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive for creating recovery DVDs, please visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of ...Factory Default Software screen appears. If the recovery files on the keyboard to a new internal storage drive from your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted, you create recovery DVDs/media. It is complete, a message displays...
...purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive for creating recovery DVDs, please visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of ...Factory Default Software screen appears. If the recovery files on the keyboard to a new internal storage drive from your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted, you create recovery DVDs/media. It is complete, a message displays...
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The amount of a certain minimum capacity to discs. You will need for storing your work" on the recovery DVDs/media. The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box Follow the procedure below to determine how much space you will need an optical disc drive with the...
The amount of a certain minimum capacity to discs. You will need for storing your work" on the recovery DVDs/media. The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box Follow the procedure below to determine how much space you will need an optical disc drive with the...
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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 options: ❖ Recover to out-of-box state (recommended ... method)-If you want to recover the original factory image ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions- When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that when the recovery is executed all other partitions you have created intact ❖ Recover to a custom size partition-If you want to recover...
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 options: ❖ Recover to out-of-box state (recommended ... method)-If you want to recover the original factory image ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions- When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that when the recovery is executed all other partitions you have created intact ❖ Recover to a custom size partition-If you want to recover...
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... one of the 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 computer. NOTE If you... are using, and then press Enter. To delete all sectors on page 58. When the initial screen displays, press F12. Using the arrow keys, select the DVD or USB Flash option on the boot menu, depending on your recovery DVDs/media: Turn off...
... one of the 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 computer. NOTE If you... are using, and then press Enter. To delete all sectors on page 58. When the initial screen displays, press F12. Using the arrow keys, select the DVD or USB Flash option on the boot menu, depending on your recovery DVDs/media: Turn off...