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...-Definition Multimedia Interface are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in and recycling programs. For details, please visit www.laptops.toshiba.com/green. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government .... Secure Digital and SD are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Adobe and Photoshop are trademarks of SD Card Association. 29 Trademarks Satellite and ConfigFree are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Memory...
...-Definition Multimedia Interface are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in and recycling programs. For details, please visit www.laptops.toshiba.com/green. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government .... Secure Digital and SD are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Adobe and Photoshop are trademarks of SD Card Association. 29 Trademarks Satellite and ConfigFree are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Memory...
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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 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 ... Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 75 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 76 Using external display devices 76 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 78 Adjusting the quality of the external display......79 Using an external keyboard 79 Using a mouse 79 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 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 ... Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 75 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 76 Using external display devices 76 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 78 Adjusting the quality of the external display......79 Using an external keyboard 79 Using a mouse 79 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: ...
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: ...
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... help you 166 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 167 Checking device properties 167 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 168 Keyboard problems 170 Display problems 170 Disk or storage drive problems 172 Error-checking 172 Optical drive problems 174 Sound system problems 175 Printer problems 175 Modem problems 176...computing habits 179 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 180 If you need further assistance 184 Before you contact Toshiba 184 Contacting Toshiba 184 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 185 Toshiba's worldwide offices 185
... help you 166 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 167 Checking device properties 167 Memory problems 168 Power and the batteries 168 Keyboard problems 170 Display problems 170 Disk or storage drive problems 172 Error-checking 172 Optical drive problems 174 Sound system problems 175 Printer problems 175 Modem problems 176...computing habits 179 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 180 If you need further assistance 184 Before you contact Toshiba 184 Contacting Toshiba 184 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 185 Toshiba's worldwide offices 185
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36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 187 Hot Key Cards 187 Using the Hot Key Cards 188 Application Cards 189 Using the Application Cards 190 Card Case 190 Hot key functions 191 Volume Mute 191 Lock (Instant security 192 Power plan 193 Sleep mode 194 Hibernation mode 195 Output (Display switch 196 Display brightness 197 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............198 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 199 Zoom (Display resolution 200 Keyboard hot key functions 201 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 202 Glossary 203 Index 217
36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 187 Hot Key Cards 187 Using the Hot Key Cards 188 Application Cards 189 Using the Application Cards 190 Card Case 190 Hot key functions 191 Volume Mute 191 Lock (Instant security 192 Power plan 193 Sleep mode 194 Hibernation mode 195 Output (Display switch 196 Display brightness 197 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............198 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 199 Zoom (Display resolution 200 Keyboard hot key functions 201 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 202 Glossary 203 Index 217
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...efficiency. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed this and other energy... saving features active, so that your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 37 Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance...
...efficiency. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed this and other energy... saving features active, so that your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 37 Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance...
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... 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and ...use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Do not press or push on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to turn ...
... 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and ...use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Do not press or push on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to turn ...
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...that may not be able to ensure that all drives and slots are an intrinsic characteristic of time, and depending on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will load automatically. When ...the computer is operated on your display are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. When you turn on the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear ...
...that may not be able to ensure that all drives and slots are an intrinsic characteristic of time, and depending on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will load automatically. When ...the computer is operated on your display are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. When you turn on the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear ...
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...you may vary according to your software setup choices. Product registration can be connected to the Internet. Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software. Failure to set up your software When you turn off the power again until the operating system ... (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 79) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 76) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting...
...you may vary according to your software setup choices. Product registration can be connected to the Internet. Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software. Failure to set up your software When you turn off the power again until the operating system ... (optional)" on page 52) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 79) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 76) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting...
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... check that the computer has recognized the change. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading. The System window appears. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
... check that the computer has recognized the change. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading. The System window appears. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
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... are deleted. Recover without your computer's internal storage drive. 60 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says, "Do you want to allow you to recover your internal storage drive if necessary. Restore from recovery If you have created...
... are deleted. Recover without your computer's internal storage drive. 60 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says, "Do you want to allow you to recover your internal storage drive if necessary. Restore from recovery If you have created...
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62 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
62 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
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...) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Be sure to save your computer be lost during the recovery process. A confirmation message displays reminding you that your work to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC...When the process is strongly recommended that all information stored in those partitions. 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 ...
...) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Be sure to save your computer be lost during the recovery process. A confirmation message displays reminding you that your work to a custom size partition deletes all partitions on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC...When the process is strongly recommended that all information stored in those partitions. 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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Getting Started 65 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 portion. (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 65 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 portion. (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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A confirmation message displays reminding you that all information stored on the computer. 3 If your computer be connected to step 4. Be sure to save your work to external media ... key on your keyboard while powering on the C: drive. 66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that your system offers a choice of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time. NOTE During the internal...
A confirmation message displays reminding you that all information stored on the computer. 3 If your computer be connected to step 4. Be sure to save your work to external media ... key on your keyboard while powering on the C: drive. 66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that your system offers a choice of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time. NOTE During the internal...
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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 67 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 Getting Started 67 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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.... 8 Click Next to obtain the Recovery media for your computer's internal storage drive. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the C: drive will prompt you have been deleted from your optical disc drive is not a writable drive, ...contact Toshiba Customer Support to begin the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on your system configuration, you may be...
.... 8 Click Next to obtain the Recovery media for your computer's internal storage drive. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the C: drive will prompt you have been deleted from your optical disc drive is not a writable drive, ...contact Toshiba Customer Support to begin the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on your system configuration, you may be...
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... state ❖ Recover to a custom size partition ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions- 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 of the following options: ❖ Recover to out-of...
... state ❖ Recover to a custom size partition ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions- 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 of the following options: ❖ Recover to out-of...
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... 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 9 Follow the on the keyboard to restart the computer. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that displays and then click Yes to continue. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on the computer. Read the Warning screen that the drive ... 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 the drive, including...
... 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 9 Follow the on the keyboard to restart the computer. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that displays and then click Yes to continue. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on the computer. Read the Warning screen that the drive ... 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 the drive, including...