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Contents Introduction 24 This guide 26 Safety icons 27 Other icons used 27 Your computer's features and specifications ....28 Other documentation 28 Service options 28 Chapter 1: Getting Started 29 Getting comfortable with your computer 29 Keeping yourself comfortable 30 Precautions 30 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 32 Setting up your computer 32 Connecting to a power source 33 Charging the main battery 35 Using the computer for the first time 36 Opening the display panel 36 Turning on the power 37 Setting up your software 38 18
Contents Introduction 24 This guide 26 Safety icons 27 Other icons used 27 Your computer's features and specifications ....28 Other documentation 28 Service options 28 Chapter 1: Getting Started 29 Getting comfortable with your computer 29 Keeping yourself comfortable 30 Precautions 30 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 32 Setting up your computer 32 Connecting to a power source 33 Charging the main battery 35 Using the computer for the first time 36 Opening the display panel 36 Turning on the power 37 Setting up your software 38 18
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... Function keys 85 Special Windows® keys 86 Overlay keys 86 Starting a program 87 Starting a program from the Start menu...........88 Starting a program from Windows® Explorer 88 Starting a program using the Search programs and files field 89 Saving your... work 90 Printing your work 91 Backing up your work 92 Restoring your work 93 Toshiba's online resources 93 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 94 Toshiba...
... Function keys 85 Special Windows® keys 86 Overlay keys 86 Starting a program 87 Starting a program from the Start menu...........88 Starting a program from Windows® Explorer 88 Starting a program using the Search programs and files field 89 Saving your... work 90 Printing your work 91 Backing up your work 92 Restoring your work 93 Toshiba's online resources 93 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 94 Toshiba...
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... information applies to all the features and icons described in this document) ❖ A Quick Start Card ❖ It may also contain guides for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have selected all those features. 28 Introduction Other documentation Your computer's features...
... information applies to all the features and icons described in this document) ❖ A Quick Start Card ❖ It may also contain guides for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have selected all those features. 28 Introduction Other documentation Your computer's features...
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... items you use your computer in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer, contains important safety information. Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using , such as a printer. Otherwise, they may overheat. The "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort," that is large enough for...
... items you use your computer in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer, contains important safety information. Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using , such as a printer. Otherwise, they may overheat. The "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort," that is large enough for...
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Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or ... that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. 30 Getting Started Getting comfortable with your computer To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day...
Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or ... that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. 30 Getting Started Getting comfortable with your computer To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day...
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Getting Started 31 Getting comfortable with your computer ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with your computer. Read the "Avoid extended contact between computer base/palm rest and ...
Getting Started 31 Getting comfortable with your computer ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with your computer. Read the "Avoid extended contact between computer base/palm rest and ...
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... and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer. 32 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 38 before you must complete all setup steps up to be charged before adding external or internal components to...
... and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer. 32 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 38 before you must complete all setup steps up to be charged before adding external or internal components to...
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...cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to ensure a secure ...Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Getting Started 33 Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC...
...cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to ensure a secure ...Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Getting Started 33 Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC...
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Never attempt to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 34 Getting Started 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 power ...
Never attempt to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 34 Getting Started 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 power ...
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... input from the AC power supply. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to recharge. Getting Started 35 Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can be completely charged...
... input from the AC power supply. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to recharge. Getting Started 35 Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can be completely charged...
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... 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. 36 Getting Started Using the computer for you to turn it on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open...
... 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. 36 Getting Started Using the computer for you to turn it on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open...
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... are properly connected and ready. 2 Press the power button in until the operating system has loaded completely. This is manufactured using high-precision technology. Getting Started 37 Using the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the ON/OFF light on your screen display when...
... are properly connected and ready. 2 Press the power button in until the operating system has loaded completely. This is manufactured using high-precision technology. Getting Started 37 Using the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the ON/OFF light on your screen display when...
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... to the Internet. 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 When you turn on the computer for the first ...time you may vary according to your software. After starting your computer for the first time, do not turn on -screen instructions. Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software" on page 69) NOTE The names of windows displayed, and ...
... to the Internet. 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 When you turn on the computer for the first ...time you may vary according to your software. After starting your computer for the first time, do not turn on -screen instructions. Registering your computer with Toshiba Setting up your software" on page 69) NOTE The names of windows displayed, and ...
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...been running recently, the memory module(s) may also be installed in minor bodily injury. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Failure to follow these directions could result in the memory module slot on may want to increase the computer's memory if ...on the base of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Your computer comes with your software. Getting Started 39 Adding memory (optional) ❖ Connect an optional external optical disc drive Adding memory (optional) HINT: To...
...been running recently, the memory module(s) may also be installed in minor bodily injury. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Failure to follow these directions could result in the memory module slot on may want to increase the computer's memory if ...on the base of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Your computer comes with your software. Getting Started 39 Adding memory (optional) ❖ Connect an optional external optical disc drive Adding memory (optional) HINT: To...
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.... For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click...
.... For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click...
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Getting Started 41 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. Back of "Removing a memory module" on ...
Getting Started 41 Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. Back of "Removing a memory module" on ...
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... angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer. 12 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. 42 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 11 Locate the empty memory module slot on the underside of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket...
... angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer. 12 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector. 42 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 11 Locate the empty memory module slot on the underside of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket...
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latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of the module to seat the module into position. Getting Started 43 Adding memory (optional) 14 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the ...
latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the top edge of the module to seat the module into position. Getting Started 43 Adding memory (optional) 14 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the ...
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... adaptor near a heat source, such as described in "Checking total memory" on page 106. 17 Turn the computer right side up the computer. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 16 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any...
... adaptor near a heat source, such as described in "Checking total memory" on page 106. 17 Turn the computer right side up the computer. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 16 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any...
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The computer could hang up the next time you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is suggested, this could be lost. If one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be a sign that you may appear ... 1-8 in memory will not be saved. In either of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it on and data in "Installing a memory module" on . Getting Started 45 Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you need to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. Do not try...
The computer could hang up the next time you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is suggested, this could be lost. If one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be a sign that you may appear ... 1-8 in memory will not be saved. In either of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it on and data in "Installing a memory module" on . Getting Started 45 Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you need to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. Do not try...