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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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... 94 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 94 Function keys 94 Special Windows® keys 95 Overlay keys 95 Starting a program 96 Starting a program from the Start menu...........96 Starting a program from Windows® Explorer 97 Starting a program using the Search programs and files field 98 Saving your work 98 Printing your work 100 Backing up...
... 94 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 94 Function keys 94 Special Windows® keys 95 Overlay keys 95 Starting a program 96 Starting a program from the Start menu...........96 Starting a program from Windows® Explorer 97 Starting a program using the Search programs and files field 98 Saving your work 98 Printing your work 100 Backing up...
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Contents 35 ConfigFree 156 Getting Started 156 ConfigFree® Utilities 157 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 160 Problems that are easy to fix 160 Problems when you turn on the computer............... good 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
Contents 35 ConfigFree 156 Getting Started 156 ConfigFree® Utilities 157 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 160 Problems that are easy to fix 160 Problems when you turn on the computer............... good 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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.... 42 Otherwise, they may overheat. The "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort," that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or damage the computer. Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using , such as a printer.
.... 42 Otherwise, they may overheat. The "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort," that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or damage the computer. Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using , such as a printer.
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Getting Started 43 Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. ... you have taken the computer to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Exposure to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack...
Getting Started 43 Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. ... you have taken the computer to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Exposure to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack...
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... off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is especially important for viruses. Information on the computer and be careful not to skin. 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with your computer. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you buy from objects that is shipped...
... off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is especially important for viruses. Information on the computer and be careful not to skin. 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with your computer. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you buy from objects that is shipped...
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Getting Started 45 Setting up your software" on page 51 before you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Setting up your computer ...
Getting Started 45 Setting up your software" on page 51 before you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Setting up your computer ...
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... AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into... shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. An overload on a power cord/cable to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to charge the computer's battery. Always confirm that may have been provided with...
... AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into... shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. An overload on a power cord/cable to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to charge the computer's battery. Always confirm that may have been provided with...
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... the State of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. Getting Started 47 Connecting to a power source To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the...
... the State of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. Getting Started 47 Connecting to a power source To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the...
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... the battery is charged for information on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery.
... the battery is charged for information on replacing the main battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery.
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... 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. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for you to turn it on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly...
... 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. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for you to turn it on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly...
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... connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of the screen while on your display are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. When you turn on...
... connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of the screen while on your display are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. When you turn on...
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.... NOTE To register online, you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by clicking Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Toshiba Registration. See "Setting up your software" on -screen instructions. NOTE The... optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Getting Started 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable...
.... NOTE To register online, you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by clicking Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Toshiba Registration. See "Setting up your software" on -screen instructions. NOTE The... optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Getting Started 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable...
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... Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in the memory module slots on may be hot. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to increase the computer...'s memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Your computer comes with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You may also be hot.
... Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in the memory module slots on may be hot. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to increase the computer...'s memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Your computer comes with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You may also be hot.
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...scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in Slot A. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be installed in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory ...module slot cover Slot B is to step 3. 1 Click Start. If the computer is the bottom slot. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 118....
...scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in Slot A. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be installed in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory ...module slot cover Slot B is to step 3. 1 Click Start. If the computer is the bottom slot. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 118....
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... 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its...
... 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its...
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... A. 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. If only one memory module is the top slot. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot.
... A. 11 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. If only one memory module is the top slot. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot.
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... B is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is to seat the module into the latches at the sides of the module. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the memory...
... B is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is to seat the module into the latches at the sides of the module. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the memory...
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... correctly as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat...
... correctly as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat...
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... when you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is in memory will not be lost. NOTE The following screen may need...
... when you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is in memory will not be lost. NOTE The following screen may need...