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Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in this product may contain mercury. Other trademarks and trade names are registered trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association. MultiMediaCard and MMC are those ...or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in and recycling programs. For details, please visit www.laptops.toshiba.com/green. 28 Trademarks Satellite is under license. Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Toshiba's commitment to environmental considerations. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of this product may be ...
Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in this product may contain mercury. Other trademarks and trade names are registered trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association. MultiMediaCard and MMC are those ...or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in and recycling programs. For details, please visit www.laptops.toshiba.com/green. 28 Trademarks Satellite is under license. Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Toshiba's commitment to environmental considerations. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of this product may be ...
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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 set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in AC power mode. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Your computer model ...® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 36 See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button.
... your computer is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in AC power mode. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Your computer model ...® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 36 See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button.
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... for the first time The computer is now ready for you to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open or close the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When... the computer is operated on battery power. Any small bright dots that may not be careful to turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you turn it on...
... for the first time The computer is now ready for you to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open or close the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When... the computer is operated on battery power. Any small bright dots that may not be careful to turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you turn it on...
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NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not ...
NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not ...
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... of data. 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. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖... page 81) ❖ 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 "Connecting a printer" on page 49. Your computer comes with your product. Failure to ...
... of data. 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. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖... page 81) ❖ 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 "Connecting a printer" on page 49. Your computer comes with your product. Failure to ...
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... your permission. If unsure, cancel and try again. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading. otherwise, click Cancel. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 59 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. If the computer does...cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on your computer without your internal storage drive if necessary. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. If you to work.
... your permission. If unsure, cancel and try again. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading. otherwise, click Cancel. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 59 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. If the computer does...cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on your computer without your internal storage drive if necessary. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. If you to work.
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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. Select Recover to out-of Factory Default Software screen appears.
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... Click Next. When the process is strongly recommended that your work to an external power source via the AC adaptor. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the drive and all data will be connected to ... information, see "Backing up your computer be lost during the recovery process. NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that all information stored in those partitions. Be sure to begin the recovery. Be sure to save your work to external media before...
... Click Next. When the process is strongly recommended that your work to an external power source via the AC adaptor. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on the drive and all data will be connected to ... information, see "Backing up your computer be lost during the recovery process. NOTE During the recovery process it is complete, a message displays indicating that all information stored in those partitions. Be sure to begin the recovery. Be sure to save your work to external media before...
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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. 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.
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...will remain intact and any key on page 105). 9 Click Next to begin the recovery. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that the C: drive has been recovered. 10 Press any information on the C: drive. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery ... partitions Recovering without affecting other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those partitions will not be connected to step 4. A confirmation message displays reminding you that your computer's internal storage drive or by either using recovery DVDs/media, if you have created such media. If not,...
...will remain intact and any key on page 105). 9 Click Next to begin the recovery. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that the C: drive has been recovered. 10 Press any information on the C: drive. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery ... partitions Recovering without affecting other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those partitions will not be connected to step 4. A confirmation message displays reminding you that your computer's internal storage drive or by either using recovery DVDs/media, if you have created such media. If not,...
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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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.... 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that you create recovery DVDs/media. Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory ...keyboard to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your recovery DVDs/media. Creating recovery DVDs/media It is complete, a message displays, indicating that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted,...
.... 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that you create recovery DVDs/media. Select Recover without changing the hard drive partitions. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory ...keyboard to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your recovery DVDs/media. Creating recovery DVDs/media It is complete, a message displays, indicating that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on your internal storage drive become corrupted or are deleted,...
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... or more information, see "Backing up your computer. To create recovery DVDs/media: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Recovery Media Creator. 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. When you create recovery DVDs/media...
... or more information, see "Backing up your computer. To create recovery DVDs/media: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Recovery Media Creator. 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. When you create recovery DVDs/media...
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..., leaving other partitions from the drive. 8 Follow the on your computer. 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... recovery files are using, and then press Enter. 5 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is complete, a message displays indicating that the drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten. When the initial ...
..., leaving other partitions from the drive. 8 Follow the on your computer. 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... recovery files are using, and then press Enter. 5 A warning screen appears, stating that when the recovery is complete, a message displays indicating that the drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on your internal storage drive will be deleted and rewritten. When the initial ...
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...Wizard on your recovery DVDs/media: Turn off your internal storage drive: Press and hold the 0 (zero) key while powering on the computer. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk and then click Next. 3 Choose one of the recovery options instead of ...the Internal Storage Drive" on the size of erasing the drive. Read the Warning screen that displays and then click Yes to external media before erasing the internal storage drive. When the initial screen displays, press F12. To delete all data on the drive, including the partitions. NOTE If you...
...Wizard on your recovery DVDs/media: Turn off your internal storage drive: Press and hold the 0 (zero) key while powering on the computer. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk and then click Next. 3 Choose one of the recovery options instead of ...the Internal Storage Drive" on the size of erasing the drive. Read the Warning screen that displays and then click Yes to external media before erasing the internal storage drive. When the initial screen displays, press F12. To delete all data on the drive, including the partitions. NOTE If you...