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...Secure Digital and SD are registered trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association. 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 or... be regulated due to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-in this product may contain mercury. 28 Trademarks Satellite is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All other countries...
...Secure Digital and SD are registered trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association. 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 or... be regulated due to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-in this product may contain mercury. 28 Trademarks Satellite is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All other countries...
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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications ....40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 Using the computer for the first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 29
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications ....40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 Using the computer for the first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 29
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30 Contents Turning on the power 49 Setting up your software 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba 50 Adding optional external devices 50 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 ...TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector.....79 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 80 Adjusting the quality of the external display......81 Using an external keyboard 81 Using a mouse 81 Connecting a ...
30 Contents Turning on the power 49 Setting up your software 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba 50 Adding optional external devices 50 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory 59 ...TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector.....79 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 80 Adjusting the quality of the external display......81 Using an external keyboard 81 Using a mouse 81 Connecting a ...
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Contents 31 Using and configuring Sleep mode 90 Closing the display panel 93 Customizing your computer's settings 93 Caring for your computer 93 Cleaning the computer 93 Moving the computer 94 Using a computer lock 94 Chapter 2: ...
Contents 31 Using and configuring Sleep mode 90 Closing the display panel 93 Customizing your computer's settings 93 Caring for your computer 93 Cleaning the computer 93 Moving the computer 94 Using a computer lock 94 Chapter 2: ...
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... A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 184 Hot Key Cards 184 Using the Hot Key Cards 185 Application Cards 186 Using the Application Cards 186 Card Case 187 Hot key functions 188 Volume Mute 188 Lock (Instant security 189 Power plan 190 Sleep mode 191 Hibernation mode 192 Output (Display switch 193 Display brightness 194...
... A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 184 Hot Key Cards 184 Using the Hot Key Cards 185 Application Cards 186 Using the Application Cards 186 Card Case 187 Hot key functions 188 Volume Mute 188 Lock (Instant security 189 Power plan 190 Sleep mode 191 Hibernation mode 192 Output (Display switch 193 Display brightness 194...
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Contents 35 Zoom (Display resolution 197 Keyboard hot key functions 198 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 199 Glossary 200 Index 215
Contents 35 Zoom (Display resolution 197 Keyboard hot key functions 198 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 199 Glossary 200 Index 215
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..., your computer is a partner in AC power mode. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR...
..., your computer is a partner in AC power mode. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR...
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...on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of time,... Small bright dots may not be careful to remove any pens or other hand to increase the brightness of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display to turn on battery power. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the...
...on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of time,... Small bright dots may not be careful to remove any pens or other hand to increase the brightness of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display to turn on battery power. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the...
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... choices. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to ensure that all drives and slots are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your...
... choices. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to ensure that all drives and slots are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your...
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...10070; Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 81) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see the accessories information packaged with your computer for the first time you may ... most of data. Product registration can be connected to the Internet. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 81) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Connecting a ...
...10070; Connect an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 81) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see the accessories information packaged with your computer for the first time you may ... most of data. Product registration can be connected to the Internet. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 81) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see "Connecting a ...
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... the System heading. otherwise, click Cancel. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. The System window appears. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following...
... the System heading. otherwise, click Cancel. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. The System window appears. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following...
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Select Recover to out-of Factory Default Software screen appears. 62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive (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 6 The Recovery of -box state.
Select Recover to out-of Factory Default Software screen appears. 62 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive (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 6 The Recovery of -box state.
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A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Be sure to save your work to external ... external media before executing the recovery. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to begin the recovery. NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that your work " on the drive and all partitions on page 105). 8 Click Next to a custom size partition deletes all information stored in those...
A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor. Be sure to save your work to external ... external media before executing the recovery. Recovering to a custom size partition Recovering to begin the recovery. NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that your work " on the drive and all partitions on page 105). 8 Click Next to a custom size partition deletes all information stored in those...
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Select Recover to a custom size partition. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Use the on-screen arrow buttons in The size of Factory Default Software screen appears. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 65 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 set the partition size.
Select Recover to a custom size partition. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Use the on-screen arrow buttons in The size of Factory Default Software screen appears. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 65 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 set the partition size.
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...recovery DVDs/media, if you that the C: drive has been recovered. 10 Press any information on page 71. A confirmation message displays reminding you have created other partitions by using the first method, follow the procedure below. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery ...storage drive or by either using the utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is complete, a message displays indicating that all information stored on your computer be affected. 66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next. You can ...
...recovery DVDs/media, if you that the C: drive has been recovered. 10 Press any information on page 71. A confirmation message displays reminding you have created other partitions by using the first method, follow the procedure below. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery ...storage drive or by either using the utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is complete, a message displays indicating that all information stored on your computer be affected. 66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next. You can ...
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Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 67 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 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 67 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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...changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Creating recovery DVDs/media It is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to a new internal storage drive from your recovery DVDs/media. When the process is strongly recommended ... drive become corrupted or are deleted, you can restore your system from your system to restart the computer. A confirmation message displays reminding you create recovery DVDs/media. If the recovery files on page 105). 8 Click Next to begin the recovery.
...changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Creating recovery DVDs/media It is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to a new internal storage drive from your recovery DVDs/media. When the process is strongly recommended ... drive become corrupted or are deleted, you can restore your system from your system to restart the computer. A confirmation message displays reminding you create recovery DVDs/media. If the recovery files on page 105). 8 Click Next to begin the recovery.
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To create recovery DVDs/media: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Recovery Media Creator. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 69 NOTE When you create recovery DVDs/media, only the operating system files, ... want to determine how much space you will need for storing your system's recovery files. Follow the procedure below to use. The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box 2 Select DVD or USB Flash from this media. Any files that you created; for storing the...
To create recovery DVDs/media: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Recovery Media Creator. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 69 NOTE When you create recovery DVDs/media, only the operating system files, ... want to determine how much space you will need for storing your system's recovery files. Follow the procedure below to use. The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box 2 Select DVD or USB Flash from this media. Any files that you created; for storing the...
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Click Yes to continue. 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a Process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. 7 Select one of the following options: ❖ Recover to out-of-box state (recommended ...the hard drive partitions- Note: This option deletes all data on -screen instructions to complete the recovery process. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that when the recovery is executed all other partitions you have created intact ❖ Recover to a custom size partition-If you are on a USB...
Click Yes to continue. 6 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a Process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. 7 Select one of the following options: ❖ Recover to out-of-box state (recommended ...the hard drive partitions- Note: This option deletes all data on -screen instructions to complete the recovery process. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that when the recovery is executed all other partitions you have created intact ❖ Recover to a custom size partition-If you are on a USB...
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... DVD or USB Flash option on the boot menu, depending on the computer. Read the Warning screen that displays and then click Yes to external media before erasing the internal storage drive. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk and then click Next. 3 Choose...all partitions and overwrite all sectors on the hard disk-This option deletes 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 computer.
... DVD or USB Flash option on the boot menu, depending on the computer. Read the Warning screen that displays and then click Yes to external media before erasing the internal storage drive. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk and then click Next. 3 Choose...all partitions and overwrite all sectors on the hard disk-This option deletes 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 computer.