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...its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in this product may contain mercury. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Toshiba is a trademark of their respective companies. Other trademarks and trade names are those of... Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Atheros Communications, Inc. 28 Trademarks Satellite and eco Utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and other brand and product ...
...its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Computer Disposal Information The LCD display lamp in this product may contain mercury. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Toshiba is a trademark of their respective companies. Other trademarks and trade names are those of... Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Atheros Communications, Inc. 28 Trademarks Satellite and eco Utility are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and other brand and product ...
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30 Contents Using the computer for the first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 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... Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Selecting video cables 80 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............80 Connecting an external monitor or projector 80 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 81 Adjusting...
30 Contents Using the computer for the first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 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... Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Selecting video cables 80 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............80 Connecting an external monitor or projector 80 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 81 Adjusting...
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... turning off the computer 84 Using the Shut down command 86 Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........89 Using and configuring Sleep mode 91 Closing the display panel 94 Customizing your computer's settings 94 Caring for your computer 94 Cleaning the computer 94 Moving the computer 95 Using a computer lock 95 Chapter...
... turning off the computer 84 Using the Shut down command 86 Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........89 Using and configuring Sleep mode 91 Closing the display panel 94 Customizing your computer's settings 94 Caring for your computer 94 Cleaning the computer 94 Moving the computer 95 Using a computer lock 95 Chapter...
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... help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 177 Printer problems 177 Modem problems...computing habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
... help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 177 Printer problems 177 Modem problems...computing habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
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Contents 35 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 190 Hot Key Cards 190 Using the Hot Key Cards 191 Application Cards 192 Using the Application Cards 193 Card Case 193 Hot key functions 194 Volume Mute 194 Lock (Instant security 195 Power plan 196 Sleep mode 197 Hibernation mode 198 Output (Display switch 199 Display brightness 200 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............201 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 202 Zoom (Display resolution 203 Keyboard hot key functions 204 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 205 Glossary 206 Index 221
Contents 35 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 190 Hot Key Cards 190 Using the Hot Key Cards 191 Application Cards 192 Using the Application Cards 193 Card Case 193 Hot key functions 194 Volume Mute 194 Lock (Instant security 195 Power plan 196 Sleep mode 197 Hibernation mode 198 Output (Display switch 199 Display brightness 200 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............201 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 202 Zoom (Display resolution 203 Keyboard hot key functions 204 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 205 Glossary 206 Index 221
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...set to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to the world ..., your computer is labeled with the power management options preset 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 has designed this and other energy ...
...set to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to the world ..., your computer is labeled with the power management options preset 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 has designed this and other energy ...
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...and is now ready for the first time The computer is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for...a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display 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 will dim and...
...and is now ready for the first time The computer is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for...a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display 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 will dim and...
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... the computer for the first time, do not 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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your...
... the computer for the first time, do not 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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your...
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...of today's popular applications. Your computer comes with enough memory to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. Product registration can be connected to the Internet. After starting your computer for the first time you may... an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see the accessories information packaged with your product. 50 Getting Started Registering your computer...
...of today's popular applications. Your computer comes with enough memory to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Toshiba standard limited Warranty. Product registration can be connected to the Internet. After starting your computer for the first time you may... an external keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 82) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 79) ❖ Connect a local printer (see the accessories information packaged with your product. 50 Getting Started Registering your computer...
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...; The System window appears. Getting Started 59 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. This is displayed below the System heading. If unsure, cancel and try again. otherwise, click Cancel. If you can check that the computer has recognized...method)" on your computer without your internal storage drive if necessary. The following program to make changes to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the socket latches. Installed memory (...
...; The System window appears. Getting Started 59 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. This is displayed below the System heading. If unsure, cancel and try again. otherwise, click Cancel. If you can check that the computer has recognized...method)" on your computer without your internal storage drive if necessary. The following program to make changes to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the socket latches. Installed memory (...
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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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... an external power source via the AC adaptor. Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on page 106. NOTE During the recovery process it is ...complete, a message displays indicating that all information stored in those partitions. Be sure to save your computer be lost during the recovery process. Recovering to a custom...
... an external power source via the AC adaptor. Be sure to save your work to external media before executing the recovery. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the internal storage drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key on page 106. NOTE During the recovery process it is ...complete, a message displays indicating that all information stored in those partitions. Be sure to save your computer be lost during the recovery process. Recovering to a custom...
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Getting Started 65 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 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 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. Select Recover to set the partition size.
Getting Started 65 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 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 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. Select Recover to set the partition size.
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...the C: drive without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all data will be affected. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that the C: drive has been recovered. 10 Press any information on page 106). 9 Click Next to begin the recovery.... those partitions will not be lost during the recovery process. Be sure to save your work to restart the computer. A confirmation message displays reminding you have created other partitions by using the utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is strongly recommended...
...the C: drive without changing the internal storage drive partitions deletes all data will be affected. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that the C: drive has been recovered. 10 Press any information on page 106). 9 Click Next to begin the recovery.... those partitions will not be lost during the recovery process. Be sure to save your work to restart the computer. A confirmation message displays reminding you have created other partitions by using the utilities on your computer's internal storage drive: 1 Make sure the computer is strongly recommended...
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Getting Started 67 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 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 67 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 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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...new internal storage drive from your work to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your recovery DVDs/media. A confirmation message displays reminding you can restore your system from your recovery DVDs/media. If the recovery files on the keyboard to begin the recovery. ...Creating recovery DVDs/media It is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on page 106). 8 Click Next to restart the computer. 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive ...
...new internal storage drive from your work to external media before proceeding (see "Backing up your recovery DVDs/media. A confirmation message displays reminding you can restore your system from your recovery DVDs/media. If the recovery files on the keyboard to begin the recovery. ...Creating recovery DVDs/media It is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on page 106). 8 Click Next to restart the computer. 68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive ...
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... by computer model. The amount of external media you want to separately back up the files you created; 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. You will prompt you to insert... from the drop-down lists next to your system's recovery files. To create recovery DVDs/media: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Recovery Media Creator. Getting Started 69 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE When you create recovery DVDs/media, only the operating ...
... by computer model. The amount of external media you want to separately back up the files you created; 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. You will prompt you to insert... from the drop-down lists next to your system's recovery files. To create recovery DVDs/media: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Recovery Media Creator. Getting Started 69 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE When you create recovery DVDs/media, only the operating ...
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...want to recover the original factory image ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions- 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 want to recover the C: drive to restart the 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: ❖ ...
...want to recover the original factory image ❖ Recover without changing the hard drive partitions- 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 want to recover the C: drive to restart the 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: ❖ ...
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...data and then overwrites the entire internal storage drive for security purposes. When the initial screen displays, press F12. Read the Warning screen that displays and then click Yes to your computer. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk and then click Next... Drive" on the Erase the hard disk screen: ❖ Delete 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 your internal storage ...
...data and then overwrites the entire internal storage drive for security purposes. When the initial screen displays, press F12. Read the Warning screen that displays and then click Yes to your computer. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk and then click Next... Drive" on the Erase the hard disk screen: ❖ Delete 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 your internal storage ...
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...Click Start. 2 Right-click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the internal storage drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. 74 Getting Started Checking the internal storage drive operating status (Sample Image) Erase the hard disk... screen 4 Click Next. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. Be sure you that the internal storage drive has ...
...Click Start. 2 Right-click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the internal storage drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. 74 Getting Started Checking the internal storage drive operating status (Sample Image) Erase the hard disk... screen 4 Click Next. When the process is complete, a message displays, indicating that all data on the keyboard to begin erasing the internal storage drive. Be sure you that the internal storage drive has ...