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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 43 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Adding optional external devices 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 28
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... 89 Special Windows® keys 89 Overlay keys 90 Using the overlay to type numeric data 90 Starting a program 91 Starting a program from the Start menu...........91 Starting a program from Windows® Explorer ...92 Starting a program using the Start Search field 93 Saving your work 93 Printing your work 95 Backing up your work 96 Restoring... media 101 Recording optical media 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........102 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for optical discs 103 Toshiba's online resources 103
... 89 Special Windows® keys 89 Overlay keys 90 Using the overlay to type numeric data 90 Starting a program 91 Starting a program from the Start menu...........91 Starting a program from Windows® Explorer ...92 Starting a program using the Start Search field 93 Saving your work 93 Printing your work 95 Backing up your work 96 Restoring... media 101 Recording optical media 101 Removing a disc with the computer on...........102 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........102 Caring for optical discs 103 Toshiba's online resources 103
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Contents 33 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 ConfigFree 156 Getting Started 156 ConfigFree® Utilities 157 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 160 Problems that are easy to fix 160 Problems when you turn on the computer............... good computing habits 185 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 191 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191
Contents 33 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 ConfigFree 156 Getting Started 156 ConfigFree® Utilities 157 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 160 Problems that are easy to fix 160 Problems when you turn on the computer............... good computing habits 185 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 191 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191
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... what to do the first time you attempt to avoid potential hazards that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or damage the computer. Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using , such as a printer. Selecting a place to work environment Place the computer on a hard flat surface that is portable and...
... what to do the first time you attempt to avoid potential hazards that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or damage the computer. Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using , such as a printer. Selecting a place to work environment Place the computer on a hard flat surface that is portable and...
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...) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of use, and to the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. ...3. Remove the battery pack. Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably ...
...) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of use, and to the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. ...3. Remove the battery pack. Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably ...
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... while it by its center hole and edge. Handle discs carefully. Never place a heavy object on some disks is active. Ask your computer. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with your dealer to skin. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can become hot!
... while it by its center hole and edge. Handle discs carefully. Never place a heavy object on some disks is active. Ask your computer. 42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with your dealer to skin. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can become hot!
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... cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Getting Started 43 Setting up your software" on page 44 before you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer Important information...
... cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Getting Started 43 Setting up your software" on page 44 before you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer Important information...
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...the appropriate option from the Help Protect Windows Automatically screen. 6 Follow the remaining screen prompts to complete the setup process. 7 Click Start when the Thank You message appears. The first time you through steps to set up your computer NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to...surface. The Windows® operating system checks the system's performance, and then may vary according to your software setup choices. 44 Getting Started Setting up your software. 1 From the Welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and...
...the appropriate option from the Help Protect Windows Automatically screen. 6 Follow the remaining screen prompts to complete the setup process. 7 Click Start when the Thank You message appears. The first time you through steps to set up your computer NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to...surface. The Windows® operating system checks the system's performance, and then may vary according to your software setup choices. 44 Getting Started Setting up your software. 1 From the Welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and...
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... you may want to the Internet. After starting your computer for the first time you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by double-clicking the Toshiba Resources icon on page 44. Adding optional ...your software" on your desktop and then double-clicking Toshiba Registration. See "Setting up your software. Getting Started 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special ...
... you may want to the Internet. After starting your computer for the first time you must be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by double-clicking the Toshiba Resources icon on page 44. Adding optional ...your software" on your desktop and then double-clicking Toshiba Registration. See "Setting up your software. Getting Started 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special ...
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46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to ensure a... plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to operate. Failure to avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in... a socket. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to the computer. Always grasp the plug directly. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, ...
46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to ensure a... plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to operate. Failure to avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in... a socket. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to the computer. Always grasp the plug directly. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, ...
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... computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Failure to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Getting Started 47 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...
... computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Failure to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Getting Started 47 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...
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... the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for information on replacing the main battery. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the power...
... the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for information on replacing the main battery. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the power...
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... on the applications, power management settings, and features used. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Getting Started 49 Using the computer for you to turn it on and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel.
... on the applications, power management settings, and features used. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Getting Started 49 Using the computer for you to turn it on and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel.
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... the power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you turn on battery power. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Below are examples of some of the screen technology. Any small bright dots that all optical drives...
... the power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you turn on battery power. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Below are examples of some of the screen technology. Any small bright dots that all optical drives...
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... the first time, do not turn on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. Your computer comes with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your software" on page 44. You may want to run most of data. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory...
... the first time, do not turn on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. Your computer comes with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your software" on page 44. You may want to run most of data. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory...
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... area may be hot. NOTE For this procedure. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may also be hot. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is to be installed, it . Installing a memory module with...the computer's power on the base of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You can be installed in good condition. Failure to follow these directions could result in Slot A. If only one or two memory modules.
... area may be hot. NOTE For this procedure. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may also be hot. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is to be installed, it . Installing a memory module with...the computer's power on the base of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You can be installed in good condition. Failure to follow these directions could result in Slot A. If only one or two memory modules.
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... off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the... battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover...
... off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the... battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the lock button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover...
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... slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Front of the computer. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. Static electricity can retrieve them later.
... slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Front of the computer. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you can damage the memory module. Static electricity can retrieve them later.
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If only one another, you must be installed, it must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into ...
If only one another, you must be installed, it must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into ...
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56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the memory ...
56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the memory module Do not force the memory ...