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For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 111 in this Web site, you need assistance: Technical support is available online at Toshiba's Web site at KIRASeries.com/support. GMAD00347011 04/13 At this guide. User's Guide If you will find answers for many commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable software drivers, BIOS updates, and other downloads.
For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 111 in this Web site, you need assistance: Technical support is available online at Toshiba's Web site at KIRASeries.com/support. GMAD00347011 04/13 At this guide. User's Guide If you will find answers for many commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable software drivers, BIOS updates, and other downloads.
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...the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. Wash hands after handling. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY. For the state of Stored Data For your important data, ...of California to do so, this product may not function properly and you fail to cause birth defects or other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. Protection of California...
...the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. Wash hands after handling. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY. For the state of Stored Data For your important data, ...of California to do so, this product may not function properly and you fail to cause birth defects or other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. Protection of California...
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... equipment and receiver. ❖ Connect the equipment to an outlet on , the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by Toshiba is no guarantee that to which the receiver is not designed for a Class B digital device, pursuant to operate the equipment. ACCORDINGLY... ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. If this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in interference to this equipment. ...
... equipment and receiver. ❖ Connect the equipment to an outlet on , the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by Toshiba is no guarantee that to which the receiver is not designed for a Class B digital device, pursuant to operate the equipment. ACCORDINGLY... ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. If this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in interference to this equipment. ...
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... LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with one another. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to the following two conditions: ❖ This device may not cause ... Wi-Fi Alliance. If you may interfere with any wireless LAN product that is based on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or support.toshiba.com in the United States for more information. Operation is a certification mark of the FCC Rules. Cet appareil numé...
... LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with one another. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to the following two conditions: ❖ This device may not cause ... Wi-Fi Alliance. If you may interfere with any wireless LAN product that is based on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or support.toshiba.com in the United States for more information. Operation is a certification mark of the FCC Rules. Cet appareil numé...
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... 5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is perceived or identified as primary users of the organization. If you are uncertain of the policy that operate with and/or...
... 5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is perceived or identified as primary users of the organization. If you are uncertain of the policy that operate with and/or...
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...The term "IC" before the equipment certification number only signifies that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be operated indoors and away from Health Canada's Web site www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. The installer...IC) This device complies with any other antenna or transmitter. The RF device shall not be co-located or operating in excess of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is intended to licensing. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that may not cause interference, and (2) this device ...
...The term "IC" before the equipment certification number only signifies that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be operated indoors and away from Health Canada's Web site www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. The installer...IC) This device complies with any other antenna or transmitter. The RF device shall not be co-located or operating in excess of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is intended to licensing. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that may not cause interference, and (2) this device ...
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EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this device. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the market in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then ... in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The party responsible for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary...
EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this device. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the market in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then ... in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The party responsible for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary...
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...wishes to discard this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Operation of such products can no longer cause interference. 8 In the European Union, these symbols indicate that of mobile object identification... trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of this Equipment in Europe, Toshiba is caused, the use of such electric machinery shall be resumed only when they are modified and can be immediately discontinued. Although ...
...wishes to discard this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Operation of such products can no longer cause interference. 8 In the European Union, these symbols indicate that of mobile object identification... trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of this Equipment in Europe, Toshiba is caused, the use of such electric machinery shall be resumed only when they are modified and can be immediately discontinued. Although ...
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... is less than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with any of 2.4 GHz. 2 DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - 9 1. Sticker Please put the following sticker on this equipment is possible to avoid the...
... is less than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with any of 2.4 GHz. 2 DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - 9 1. Sticker Please put the following sticker on this equipment is possible to avoid the...
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The user should use . Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries European Community Countries 5150-5250 MHz 5250-5350 MHz 5470-5725 MHz Channels: 36, 40, 44, Channels: 52, 56, 60, Channels: 100, 104, 108, 112, 48 64 116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140 Indoor Only Indoor Only Indoor/Outdoor Austria O x x Belgium, France, O O x Switzerland/Liechtenstein Denmark, Finland, O O O Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, UK Iceland, Spain O O O O: allowed x: forbidden ❖ To remain in...
The user should use . Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries European Community Countries 5150-5250 MHz 5250-5350 MHz 5470-5725 MHz Channels: 36, 40, 44, Channels: 52, 56, 60, Channels: 100, 104, 108, 112, 48 64 116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140 Indoor Only Indoor Only Indoor/Outdoor Austria O x x Belgium, France, O O x Switzerland/Liechtenstein Denmark, Finland, O O O Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, UK Iceland, Spain O O O O: allowed x: forbidden ❖ To remain in...
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...with the local technical support staff responsible for more information. The Access Point's radar detection feature will operate under the control of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. You may result in order to : ❖ Bluetooth Specification as defined by any product with one ...such problem, immediately turn off either one another. If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of the Access Point in temporary interruption of operation...
...with the local technical support staff responsible for more information. The Access Point's radar detection feature will operate under the control of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. You may result in order to : ❖ Bluetooth Specification as defined by any product with one ...such problem, immediately turn off either one another. If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of the Access Point in temporary interruption of operation...
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...for human contact during normal operation is minimized. In some situations or environments, the use by wireless devices such as harmful. 13 Bluetooth® Wireless Technology and Your Health The products with Bluetooth® wireless technology, like other devices or services is perceived...of panels and committees of wireless devices in such a manner that applies on the equipment. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology ...
...for human contact during normal operation is minimized. In some situations or environments, the use by wireless devices such as harmful. 13 Bluetooth® Wireless Technology and Your Health The products with Bluetooth® wireless technology, like other devices or services is perceived...of panels and committees of wireless devices in such a manner that applies on the equipment. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology ...
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... only when they are modified and can be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 14 Regulatory statements This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any ... machinery. The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to the use of the information contained herein. ©2013 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In the event interference is sold. All rights reserved. Operation of the original design. with telecommunication laws...
... only when they are modified and can be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 14 Regulatory statements This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any ... machinery. The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to the use of the information contained herein. ©2013 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In the event interference is sold. All rights reserved. Operation of the original design. with telecommunication laws...
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... ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF...THEREOF. Export Administration Regulations is subject to export. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the approval of the U.S. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR ...
... ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF...THEREOF. Export Administration Regulations is subject to export. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the approval of the U.S. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR ...
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16 Trademarks KIRAbook and eco Utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. Bluetooth word mark and logos are those of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Additional information may be implied for the personal and non-... countries. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are trademarks of DTS, Inc. ©DTS, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Secure Digital and SD are registered trademarks and DTS Premium Voice Pro is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in compliance with this...
16 Trademarks KIRAbook and eco Utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. Bluetooth word mark and logos are those of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Additional information may be implied for the personal and non-... countries. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are trademarks of DTS, Inc. ©DTS, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Secure Digital and SD are registered trademarks and DTS Premium Voice Pro is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in compliance with this...
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... strongly committed to recycle products at all our production sites. In order to ensure efficient use of resources by working Toshiba computers can be mailed-back for customers to reducing electronic waste. Reuse, Donation, Recycling Functional computers can be donated to...Non working to achieve our zero-waste-to a local charity or resold easily through a Toshiba-branded program. 17 Computer Recycling Information As part of a commitment to people and the future, Toshiba promotes the efficient use of resources and appropriate treatment of hazardous substances, in accordance with ...
... strongly committed to recycle products at all our production sites. In order to ensure efficient use of resources by working Toshiba computers can be mailed-back for customers to reducing electronic waste. Reuse, Donation, Recycling Functional computers can be donated to...Non working to achieve our zero-waste-to a local charity or resold easily through a Toshiba-branded program. 17 Computer Recycling Information As part of a commitment to people and the future, Toshiba promotes the efficient use of resources and appropriate treatment of hazardous substances, in accordance with ...
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Contents Introduction 24 This guide 26 Safety icons 27 Other icons used 27 Your computer's features and specifications ....28 Documentation 28 Platinum Service & Support options 28 Chapter 1: Getting Started 30 Selecting a place to work 30 Setting up a work environment 30 Keeping yourself comfortable 31 Computer user comfort recommendations .......31 Good Working Posture 31 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 32 Typing style 33 Taking breaks and varying tasks 33 Mobile computing tips 34 Transporting the notebook 34 18
Contents Introduction 24 This guide 26 Safety icons 27 Other icons used 27 Your computer's features and specifications ....28 Documentation 28 Platinum Service & Support options 28 Chapter 1: Getting Started 30 Selecting a place to work 30 Setting up a work environment 30 Keeping yourself comfortable 31 Computer user comfort recommendations .......31 Good Working Posture 31 Using the notebook with an external keyboard, mouse or monitor 32 Typing style 33 Taking breaks and varying tasks 33 Mobile computing tips 34 Transporting the notebook 34 18
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... the main battery 41 Using the computer for the first time 41 Initial setup 42 Setting up your software 42 Registering your computer with Toshiba 42 To Shut down your computer 43 To Restart your computer 43 To place your computer in Sleep mode 44 Adding optional external devices...49 Refresh your PC (with user's data 50 Reset your PC 52 Installing drivers and applications 55 Using the touch pad 56 Adjusting touch pad settings 58 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 59 Connecting an external device 59 Using external display devices 59 Selecting video cables 60 Connecting an HDMI...
... the main battery 41 Using the computer for the first time 41 Initial setup 42 Setting up your software 42 Registering your computer with Toshiba 42 To Shut down your computer 43 To Restart your computer 43 To place your computer in Sleep mode 44 Adding optional external devices...49 Refresh your PC (with user's data 50 Reset your PC 52 Installing drivers and applications 55 Using the touch pad 56 Adjusting touch pad settings 58 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 59 Connecting an external device 59 Using external display devices 59 Selecting video cables 60 Connecting an HDMI...
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... Learning the Basics 63 Computing tips 63 Using the keyboard 64 Function keys 65 Special Windows® keys 65 Backlit keyboard 65 Touch screen 66 Touch screen navigation 66 Mouse properties 67 Starting an app 67 Starting an app from the Start screen 68 Saving your work 68 Backing ...up your work 69 Toshiba's online resources 69 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 70 Toshiba's energy-saver design 70 Running the computer on battery power 70 ...
... Learning the Basics 63 Computing tips 63 Using the keyboard 64 Function keys 65 Special Windows® keys 65 Backlit keyboard 65 Touch screen 66 Touch screen navigation 66 Mouse properties 67 Starting an app 67 Starting an app from the Start screen 68 Saving your work 68 Backing ...up your work 69 Toshiba's online resources 69 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 70 Toshiba's energy-saver design 70 Running the computer on battery power 70 ...
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Contents 21 Taking care of your battery 80 Safety precautions 80 Maintaining your battery 80 Disposing of your computer 80 Traveling tips 81 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 82 Exploring the Start screen 82 Charms 83 Tiles 84 Exploring the desktop 84 Finding your way around the desktop 84 Windows® Store 86 Setting up for communications 86 Connecting your computer to a network ...........87 Exploring audio features 88 Recording sounds 88 Using external speakers or headphones............88 Using the Web Camera 89 Using the Memory card reader 90 Inserting ...
Contents 21 Taking care of your battery 80 Safety precautions 80 Maintaining your battery 80 Disposing of your computer 80 Traveling tips 81 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 82 Exploring the Start screen 82 Charms 83 Tiles 84 Exploring the desktop 84 Finding your way around the desktop 84 Windows® Store 86 Setting up for communications 86 Connecting your computer to a network ...........87 Exploring audio features 88 Recording sounds 88 Using external speakers or headphones............88 Using the Web Camera 89 Using the Memory card reader 90 Inserting ...