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... Microsoft, Outlook, and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of this product may be regulated due to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-in the United States and/or other countries. Disposal of Adobe Systems Incorporated in and recycling programs. For details...Card Association. Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of Synaptics, Inc. Wi-Fi is under license. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in the United States and other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. All ...
... Microsoft, Outlook, and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of this product may be regulated due to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-in the United States and/or other countries. Disposal of Adobe Systems Incorporated in and recycling programs. For details...Card Association. Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of Synaptics, Inc. Wi-Fi is under license. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in the United States and other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. All ...
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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 60 ... Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 76 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 76 Using external display devices 77 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 80...
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 60 ... Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 76 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 76 Using external display devices 77 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 80...
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32 Contents Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........86 Using and configuring Sleep mode 88 Closing the display panel 91 Customizing your computer's settings 91 Caring for your computer 91 Cleaning the computer 91 Moving the computer 92 Using a computer lock 92 Chapter 2: ...
32 Contents Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........86 Using and configuring Sleep mode 88 Closing the display panel 91 Customizing your computer's settings 91 Caring for your computer 91 Cleaning the computer 91 Moving the computer 92 Using a computer lock 92 Chapter 2: ...
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... help you 168 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 169 Checking device properties 169 Memory problems 170 Power and the batteries 170 Keyboard problems 172 Display problems 172 Disk or storage drive problems 174 Error-checking 174 Optical drive problems 176 Sound system problems 177 Printer problems 177 Modem problems 178...computing habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 187
... help you 168 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 169 Checking device properties 169 Memory problems 170 Power and the batteries 170 Keyboard problems 172 Display problems 172 Disk or storage drive problems 174 Error-checking 174 Optical drive problems 176 Sound system problems 177 Printer problems 177 Modem problems 178...computing habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 187
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36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 189 Hot Key Cards 189 Using the Hot Key Cards 190 Application Cards 191 Using the Application Cards 192 Card Case 192 Hot key functions 193 Volume Mute 193 Lock (Instant security 194 Power plan 195 Sleep mode 196 Hibernation mode 197 Output (Display switch 198 Display brightness 199 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............200 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 201 Zoom (Display resolution 202 Keyboard hot key functions 203 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 204 Glossary 205 Index 219
36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 189 Hot Key Cards 189 Using the Hot Key Cards 190 Application Cards 191 Using the Application Cards 192 Card Case 192 Hot key functions 193 Volume Mute 193 Lock (Instant security 194 Power plan 195 Sleep mode 196 Hibernation mode 197 Output (Display switch 198 Display brightness 199 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............200 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 201 Zoom (Display resolution 202 Keyboard hot key functions 203 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 204 Glossary 205 Index 219
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...AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 37 With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for ...from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Introduction Welcome 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...
...AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 37 With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for ...from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Introduction Welcome 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...
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... on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to turn it on the applications, power management settings, and features... NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Getting Started 49 Using the computer for you to slowly open or...
... on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to turn it on the applications, power management settings, and features... NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Getting Started 49 Using the computer for you to slowly open or...
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... computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you may not be able to ensure that may appear on your screen display when you turn on battery power. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the... completely. Any small bright dots that all drives and slots are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of the screen technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on your...
... computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you may not be able to ensure that may appear on your screen display when you turn on battery power. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the... completely. Any small bright dots that all drives and slots are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of the screen technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on your...
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...Adding memory (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 77) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a...turn on page 80) NOTE To register online, you through steps to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. Failure to set up your software When you turn on the computer for the first time you may vary ...
...Adding memory (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 77) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a...turn on page 80) NOTE To register online, you through steps to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. Failure to set up your software When you turn on the computer for the first time you may vary ...
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To do this computer?" NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to prevent programs or people ... the socket and lined up that says, "Do you to recover your internal storage drive if necessary. If you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading. The System window appears. This is a security feature to perform the action, click Continue; If the computer does not recognize the...
To do this computer?" NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to prevent programs or people ... the socket and lined up that says, "Do you to recover your internal storage drive if necessary. If you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading. The System window appears. This is a security feature to perform the action, click Continue; If the computer does not recognize the...
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Getting Started 63 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 Factory Default Software screen 7 Click Next. Select Recover to external media before proceeding. Be sure to save your work to out-of-box state. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery process.
Getting Started 63 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 Factory Default Software screen 7 Click Next. Select Recover to external media before proceeding. Be sure to save your work to out-of-box state. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery process.
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... using the utilities stored on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that your computer be connected to restart the computer. 64 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next to step 4. When the process...
... using the utilities stored on the keyboard to an external power source via the AC adaptor. NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that your computer be connected to restart the computer. 64 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next to step 4. When the process...
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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 65 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 65 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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Be sure to save your computer be lost during the recovery process. A confirmation message displays reminding you have created other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those partitions will remain intact and any key on them will be connected to set the ... size of drive C: field to an external power source via the AC adaptor. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that your work to external media before proceeding. 9 Click Next to save your work to external media before executing the recovery. Be sure to...
Be sure to save your computer be lost during the recovery process. A confirmation message displays reminding you have created other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those partitions will remain intact and any key on them will be connected to set the ... size of drive C: field to an external power source via the AC adaptor. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that your work to external media before proceeding. 9 Click Next to save your work to external media before executing the recovery. Be sure to...
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... sure to save your work to external media before proceeding. 68 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...7 Click Next. Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process.
... sure to save your work to external media before proceeding. 68 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...7 Click Next. Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process.
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... "Restoring from your internal storage drive or if you have replaced your system. The Toshiba Customer Support Center in which gives you the ability to complete the copy process. If your optical disc drive is complete, a message displays, indicating that you create your optical disc drive when prompted. NOTE As you will...
... "Restoring from your internal storage drive or if you have replaced your system. The Toshiba Customer Support Center in which gives you the ability to complete the copy process. If your optical disc drive is complete, a message displays, indicating that you create your optical disc drive when prompted. NOTE As you will...
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Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard and then click Next. 5 If your optical drive and power on page 69. Click Yes to step 6. 6 A warning screen appears, stating that when ... without changing the internal storage drive partitions For more information on these options, see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12. Be sure to save your system, you can : ❖ Recover to out-of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select...
Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard and then click Next. 5 If your optical drive and power on page 69. Click Yes to step 6. 6 A warning screen appears, stating that when ... without changing the internal storage drive partitions For more information on these options, see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12. Be sure to save your system, you can : ❖ Recover to out-of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select...
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...a custom size partition-If you want to recover the C: partition only, leaving other 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 data to ...Storage Drive" on the drive, including the partitions. Getting Started 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 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 recovery options instead of...
...a custom size partition-If you want to recover the C: partition only, leaving other 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 data to ...Storage Drive" on the drive, including the partitions. Getting Started 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 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 recovery options instead of...
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... from the hard disk-This option deletes all of your internal storage drive. (Sample Image) Erase the hard disk screen 4 Click Next. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk and then click Next. 3 Choose one of the following options on the... keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. A confirmation message displays reminding you have saved your work to external media before proceeding. 5 Click Next to restart the computer. Using the arrow keys, select the DVD...
... from the hard disk-This option deletes all of your internal storage drive. (Sample Image) Erase the hard disk screen 4 Click Next. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk and then click Next. 3 Choose one of the following options on the... keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. A confirmation message displays reminding you have saved your work to external media before proceeding. 5 Click Next to restart the computer. Using the arrow keys, select the DVD...
