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...article. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of Atheros Communications, Inc. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in and recycling programs. For details, please visit us.toshiba.com/green. Atheros is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Memory Stick, Memory Stick...the licenses extend to environmental considerations. 29 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are trademarks of the BD Association. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Secure Digital and SD...
...article. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of Atheros Communications, Inc. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in and recycling programs. For details, please visit us.toshiba.com/green. Atheros is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Memory Stick, Memory Stick...the licenses extend to environmental considerations. 29 Trademarks Satellite, Satellite Pro, and eco Utility are trademarks of the BD Association. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. Secure Digital and SD...
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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 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 ... settings 84 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 84 Using external display devices 85 Selecting video cables 85 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............85 Connecting an external monitor or projector 86 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 86 Adjusting the quality ...
Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 52 Removing a memory module 59 Checking total memory 62 ... settings 84 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 84 Using external display devices 85 Selecting video cables 85 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............85 Connecting an external monitor or projector 86 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 86 Adjusting the quality ...
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... turning off the computer 90 Using the Shut down command 92 Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........94 Using and configuring Sleep mode 97 Closing the display panel 100 Customizing your computer's settings 100 Caring for your computer 100 Cleaning the computer 100 Moving the computer 101 Using a computer lock 101 Chapter...
... turning off the computer 90 Using the Shut down command 92 Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........94 Using and configuring Sleep mode 97 Closing the display panel 100 Customizing your computer's settings 100 Caring for your computer 100 Cleaning the computer 100 Moving the computer 101 Using a computer lock 101 Chapter...
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...help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive problems 182 Sound system problems 185 Printer problems 185 Wireless networking... habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
...help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive problems 182 Sound system problems 185 Printer problems 185 Wireless networking... habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
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36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 198 Hot Key Cards 198 Using the Hot Key Cards 199 Hot key functions 199 Volume Mute 200 Lock (Instant security 201 Power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 Hibernation mode 204 Output (Display switch 205 Display brightness 206 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............207 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 208 Zoom (Display resolution 209 Keyboard hot key functions 210 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 211 Glossary 212 Index 227
36 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 198 Hot Key Cards 198 Using the Hot Key Cards 199 Hot key functions 199 Volume Mute 200 Lock (Instant security 201 Power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 Hibernation mode 204 Output (Display switch 205 Display brightness 206 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............207 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 208 Zoom (Display resolution 209 Keyboard hot key functions 210 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 211 Glossary 212 Index 227
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Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that you purchased is qualified, it is set 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...management settings to conserve computer energy. 37 Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, ...
Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that you purchased is qualified, it is set 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...management settings to conserve computer energy. 37 Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, ...
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.... When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn it on and begin using high-precision technology. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for ... The computer is now ready for you to turn on your computer. Over a period of the screen will dim and you may appear on the display panel and be able to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the...
.... When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn it on and begin using high-precision technology. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for ... The computer is now ready for you to turn on your computer. Over a period of the screen will dim and you may appear on the display panel and be able to hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the...
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... the operating system has loaded completely. When you turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button...
... the operating system has loaded completely. When you turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button...
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... 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. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer for ...87) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 87) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 85) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 50. See "Setting up your product. Getting ...
... 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. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your computer for ...87) ❖ Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 87) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 85) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 50. See "Setting up your product. Getting ...
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... your permission. otherwise, click Cancel. To do this computer?" NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says, "Do you want to allow you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer...
... your permission. otherwise, click Cancel. To do this computer?" NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says, "Do you want to allow you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer...
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.../media, if you have created such media. To recover using the second method, see "Backing up your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys to step 5. NOTE During the recovery process it is turned off. 2 While powering on your computer...
.../media, if you have created such media. To recover using the second method, see "Backing up your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys to step 5. NOTE During the recovery process it is turned off. 2 While powering on your computer...
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Getting Started 65 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 5 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is executed, all data will be deleted and rewritten unless the "Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a process screen Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software with user's data" option is selected in the next step.
Getting Started 65 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 5 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is executed, all data will be deleted and rewritten unless the "Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a process screen Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software with user's data" option is selected in the next step.
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... begin the recovery. For more information, see "Backing up . NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that your work " on page 112. Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back-up your work " on page 112). 9 Click Next to restart the computer. A ...confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be connected to external media before executing the recovery. Recovering of ...
... begin the recovery. For more information, see "Backing up . NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that your work " on page 112. Toshiba does not guarantee successful data back-up your work " on page 112). 9 Click Next to restart the computer. A ...confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be connected to external media before executing the recovery. Recovering of ...
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.... 4 If your computer's internal storage drive: TECHNICAL NOTE: The data from C:\Users will be copied into your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen The directory structure will be retained, however all of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit...
.... 4 If your computer's internal storage drive: TECHNICAL NOTE: The data from C:\Users will be copied into your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen The directory structure will be retained, however all of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit...
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... work to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up . 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software with user's data, and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a process screen 7 A warning screen appears...
... work to external media before executing the recovery (see "Backing up . 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software with user's data, and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a process screen 7 A warning screen appears...
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... the next step. To recover using the second method, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. To recover using the first method, follow the procedure below. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen To recover using recovery DVDs/media...
... the next step. To recover using the second method, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. To recover using the first method, follow the procedure below. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen To recover using recovery DVDs/media...
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... before proceeding (see "Backing up your work" on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data on page 112). Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory... Default Software screen appears. Getting Started 71 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 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 7 The...
... before proceeding (see "Backing up your work" on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data on page 112). Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory... Default Software screen appears. Getting Started 71 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 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 7 The...
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... one at this time. Be sure to restart the computer. NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays, indicating that your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. If not, skip to begin the recovery. When the recovery process is strongly recommended that the C: drive has been...
... one at this time. Be sure to restart the computer. NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays, indicating that your computer, press the F12 key when the initial TOSHIBA screen displays. If not, skip to begin the recovery. When the recovery process is strongly recommended that the C: drive has been...
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Getting Started 73 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 5 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is selected in the next step. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software with user's data" option is executed, all data will be deleted and rewritten unless the "Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a process screen
Getting Started 73 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 5 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is selected in the next step. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the "Selecting a process" screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software with user's data" option is executed, all data will be deleted and rewritten unless the "Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a process screen