Toshiba KIRA Series User manual

User's Manual
KIRA
Series

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 TOSHIBA Legal, Regulatory, and Safety
Copyright, Disclaimer and Trademarks .............................................. 1-1
Regulatory Information ......................................................................... 1-2
Video Standard Notice .......................................................................... 1-3
OpenSSL Toolkit License Issues ......................................................... 1-4
FreeType License Issues ...................................................................... 1-6
ENERGY STAR® Program .................................................................. 1-10
Disposing of the computer and the computer's battery .................. 1-10
General Precautions ........................................................................... 1-10
Safety Icons ......................................................................................... 1-13
Chapter 2 Getting Started
Equipment checklist ............................................................................. 2-1
Conventions ........................................................................................... 2-1
Using your computer for the first time ................................................ 2-3
Turning off the power ............................................................................ 2-9
Chapter 3 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed ............................................................... 3-1
Left side .................................................................................................. 3-1
Right side ............................................................................................... 3-2
Back ........................................................................................................ 3-3
Underside ............................................................................................... 3-3
Front with the display open .................................................................. 3-4
Internal Hardware Components ........................................................... 3-7
Power Condition Descriptions ........................................................... 3-10
Chapter 4 Operating Basics
Using the Touch Screen ....................................................................... 4-1
Using the Touch Pad ............................................................................. 4-2
The Keyboard ......................................................................................... 4-3
Battery .................................................................................................... 4-5
Memory media ....................................................................................... 4-9
External Display .................................................................................. 4-13
Optional TOSHIBA Accessories ........................................................ 4-16
Sound System and Video mode ......................................................... 4-16
Chapter 5 Utilities and Advanced Usage
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Utilities and Applications ...................................................................... 5-1
Special features ..................................................................................... 5-5
TOSHIBA Password Utility ................................................................... 5-7
TOSHIBA System Settings ................................................................... 5-9
USB Charge .......................................................................................... 5-10
Sleep and Music .................................................................................. 5-13
TOSHIBA Media Player by sMedio TrueLink+ .................................. 5-14
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor .............................................................. 5-16
TOSHIBA Setup Utility ........................................................................ 5-17
System Recovery ................................................................................ 5-17
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Problem-solving process ..................................................................... 6-1
Hardware and system checklist ........................................................... 6-4
TOSHIBA support ................................................................................ 6-13
Chapter 7 Appendix
Specifications ........................................................................................ 7-1
AC Power Cord and Connectors .......................................................... 7-2
Information for Wireless Devices ........................................................ 7-3
Legal Footnotes ................................................................................... 7-13
Glossary ............................................................................................... 7-15
Index
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Chapter 1
TOSHIBA Legal, Regulatory, and
Safety
This chapter states the Legal, regulatory, and safety information applicable
to TOSHIBA computers.
Copyright, Disclaimer and Trademarks
Copyright
© 2014 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright
laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior
written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect
to the use of the information contained herein.
First edition December 2014
Copyright authority for music, movies, computer programs, databases and
other intellectual property covered by copyright laws belongs to the author
or to the copyright owner. Copyrighted material can be reproduced only for
personal use or use within the home. Any other use beyond that stipulated
above (including conversion to digital format, alteration, transfer of copied
material and distribution on a network) without the permission of the
copyright owner is a violation of copyright or author's rights and is subject
to civil damages or criminal action. Comply with copyright laws in making
any reproduction from this manual.
Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for your computer at
the time of this manual’s production. However, succeeding computers and
manuals are subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA assumes no
liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or
discrepancies between the computer and the manual.
Trademarks
Intel is a trademark or registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Windows, Microsoft, and Windows logo are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
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The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba Corporation and
its affiliates is under license.
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the
HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC in the United States and other countries.
sMedio and sMedio TrueLink+ are trademarks or registered trademarks of
sMedio, Inc.
CyberLink and CyberLink MediaStory are registered trademarks of
CyberLink Corporation.
Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association.
MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association.
DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered
trademarks and DTS Studio Sound is a trademark of DTS, Inc. © DTS, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
All other product names and service names in this manual might be
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Regulatory Information
The regulatory information herein might vary. Pease check the ID
information on the underside of the device for specific information
applicable to the model you purchased.
EU Declaration of Conformity
This product is carrying the CE-Mark in
accordance with the related European Directives.
Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA EUROPE
GMBH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss,
Germany. The complete and official EU
Declaration of Conformity can be found on
TOSHIBA’s web site
http://epps.toshiba-teg.com on the Internet.
CE compliance
This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related
European Directives, notably RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC for the notebook and
the electronic accessories including the supplied power adapter, the Radio
Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/
EC in case of implemented telecommunication accessories and the Low
Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC for the supplied power adapter. Furthermore
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the product complies with the Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC (ErP) and
its related implementing measures.
This product and the original options are designed to observe the related
EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards. However,
TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC
standards if options or cables not produced by TOSHIBA are connected or
implemented. In this case the persons who have connected/implemented
those options/cables have to provide assurance that the system (PC plus
options/cables) still fulfils the required standards. To avoid general EMC
problems, the following guidance should be noted:
Only CE marked options should be connected/implemented
Only best shielded cables should be connected
Working environment
This product was designed to fulfil the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
requirements to be observed for so-called “Residential, commercial and
light industry environments”. TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this
product in working environments other than the above mentioned
“Residential, commercial and light industry environments”.
For example, the following environments are not approved:
Industrial Environments (e.g. environments where a mains voltage of
380 V three-phase is used)
Medical Environments
Automotive Environments
Aircraft Environments
Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working
environments that are not approved are not the responsibility of TOSHIBA.
The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working
environments may be:
Interference with other devices or machines in the near surrounding
area.
Malfunction of, or data loss from, this product caused by disturbances
generated by other devices or machines in the near surrounding area.
Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic
compatibility of this product should be suitably tested in all non-approved
working environments before use. In the case of automobiles or aircraft,
the manufacturer or airline respectively should be asked for permission
before use of this product.
Furthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in
environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted.
Video Standard Notice
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC, THE VC-1 AND
MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL
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AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER FOR (I) ENCODING
VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE ABOVE STANDARDS ("VIDEO")
AND/OR (II) DECODING AVC, VC-1 AND MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS
ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND
NONCOMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A
VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE SUCH
VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY
OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING THAT
RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL, INTERNAL AND COMMERCIAL USES
AND LICENSING MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE
HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM.
OpenSSL Toolkit License Issues
LICENSE ISSUES
==============
The OpenSSL toolkit stays under a dual license, i.e. both the conditions of
the OpenSSL License and the original SSLeay license apply to the toolkit.
See below for the actual license texts. Actually both licenses are BSD-style
Open Source licenses. In case of any license issues related to OpenSSL
please contact [email protected].
OpenSSL License
------------------------
/*=====================================================
Copyright (c) 1998-2011 The OpenSSL Project. All rights reserved.
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without
modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met:
1. Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice,
this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.
2. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright
notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the
documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution.
3. All advertising materials mentioning features or use of this software
must display the following acknowledgment:
"This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for
use in the OpenSSL Toolkit. (http://www.openssl.org/)"
4. The names "OpenSSL Toolkit" and "OpenSSL Project" must not be
used to endorse or promote products derived from this software
without prior written permission. For written permission, please contact
[email protected].
5. Products derived from this software may not be called "OpenSSL" nor
may "OpenSSL" appear in their names without prior written permission
of the OpenSSL Project.
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6. Redistributions of any form whatsoever must retain the following
acknowledgment:
"This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for
use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/)"
THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE OpenSSL PROJECT ``AS IS''
AND ANY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN
NO EVENT SHALL THE OpenSSL PROJECT OR ITS CONTRIBUTORS
BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL,
EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR
SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS
INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF
LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT
(INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY
OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
=====================================================
This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young
([email protected]). This product includes software written by Tim
Hudson ([email protected]).
*/
Original SSLeay License
----------------------------------
/* Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Young ([email protected])
All rights reserved.
This package is an SSL implementation written by Eric Young
([email protected]).
The implementation was written so as to conform with Netscapes SSL.
This library is free for commercial and non-commercial use as long as the
following conditions are aheared to. The following conditions apply to all
code found in this distribution, be it the RC4, RSA, lhash, DES, etc., code;
not just the SSL code. The SSL documentation included with this
distribution is covered by the same copyright terms except that the holder
is Tim Hudson ([email protected]).
Copyright remains Eric Young's, and as such any Copyright notices in the
code are not to be removed.
If this package is used in a product, Eric Young should be given attribution
as the author of the parts of the library used.
This can be in the form of a textual message at program startup or in
documentation (online or textual) provided with the package.
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without
modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met:
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1. Redistributions of source code must retain the copyright notice, this list
of conditions and the following disclaimer.
2. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright
notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the
documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution.
3. All advertising materials mentioning features or use of this software
must display the following acknowledgement:
"This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young
([email protected])"
The word 'cryptographic' can be left out if the rouines from the library
being used are not cryptographic related :-).
4. If you include any Windows specific code (or a derivative thereof) from
the apps directory (application code) you must include an
acknowledgement:
"This product includes software written by Tim Hudson
([email protected])"
THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY ERIC YOUNG ``AS IS'' AND ANY
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO
EVENT SHALL THE AUTHOR OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR
ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF
USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER
CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN
CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE
OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS
SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGE.
The licence and distribution terms for any publically available version or
derivative of this code cannot be changed. i.e. this code cannot simply be
copied and put under another distribution licence [including the GNU Public
Licence.]
*/
FreeType License Issues
The FreeType Project LICENSE
----------------------------
2006-Jan-27
Copyright 1996-2002, 2006 by
David Turner, Robert Wilhelm, and Werner Lemberg
Introduction
============
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The FreeType Project is distributed in several archive packages; some of
them may contain, in addition to the FreeType font engine, various tools
and contributions which rely on, or relate to, the FreeType Project.
This license applies to all files found in such packages, and which do not
fall under their own explicit license. The license affects thus the FreeType
font engine, the test programs, documentation and makefiles, at the very
least.
This license was inspired by the BSD, Artistic, and IJG (Independent JPEG
Group) licenses, which all encourage inclusion and use of free software in
commercial and freeware products alike. As a consequence, its main
points are that:
We don't promise that this software works. However, we will be
interested in any kind of bug reports. (`as is' distribution)
You can use this software for whatever you want, in parts or full form,
without having to pay us. (`royalty-free' usage)
You may not pretend that you wrote this software. If you use it, or only
parts of it, in a program, you must acknowledge somewhere in your
documentation that you have used the FreeType code. (`credits')
We specifically permit and encourage the inclusion of this software, with or
without modifications, in commercial products.
We disclaim all warranties covering The FreeType Project and assume no
liability related to The FreeType Project.
Finally, many people asked us for a preferred form for a credit/disclaimer to
use in compliance with this license. We thus encourage you to use the
following text:
"""
Portions of this software are copyright (C) <year> The FreeType Project
(www.freetype.org). All rights reserved.
"""
Please replace <year> with the value from the FreeType version you
actually use.
Legal Terms
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0. Definitions
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Throughout this license, the terms `package', `FreeType Project', and
`FreeType archive' refer to the set of files originally distributed by the
authors (David Turner, Robert Wilhelm, and Werner Lemberg) as the
`FreeType Project', be they named as alpha, beta or final release.
`You' refers to the licensee, or person using the project, where `using' is a
generic term including compiling the project's source code as well as
linking it to form a `program' or `executable'. This program is referred to as
`a program using the FreeType engine'.
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This license applies to all files distributed in the original FreeType Project,
including all source code, binaries and documentation, unless otherwise
stated in the file in its original, unmodified form as distributed in the original
archive. If you are unsure whether or not a particular file is covered by this
license, you must contact us to verify this.
The FreeType Project is copyright (C) 1996-2000 by David Turner, Robert
Wilhelm, and Werner Lemberg. All rights reserved except as specified
below.
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THE FREETYPE PROJECT IS PROVIDED `AS IS' WITHOUT
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MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN
NO EVENT WILL ANY OF THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS
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INABILITY TO USE, OF THE FREETYPE PROJECT.
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granted herein, subject to the following conditions:
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These conditions apply to any software derived from or based on the
FreeType Project, not just the unmodified files. If you use our work, you
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3. Advertising
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Neither the FreeType authors and contributors nor you shall use the name
of the other for commercial, advertising, or promotional purposes without
specific prior written permission.
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We suggest, but do not require, that you use one or more of the following
phrases to refer to this software in your documentation or advertising
materials: `FreeType Project', `FreeType Engine', `FreeType library', or
`FreeType Distribution'.
As you have not signed this license, you are not required to accept it.
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[email protected]
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Our home page can be found at
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ENERGY STAR® Program
Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR®
compliant. If the model you purchased is compliant, it uses
the Energy Star logo and the following information applies.
TOSHIBA is a partner in the ENERGY STAR Program and
has designed this computer to meet the latest ENERGY
STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Your computer
ships with the power management options preset to a
configuration that will provide the most stable operating
environment and optimum system performance for both
AC power and battery modes.
To conserve energy, 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.
TOSHIBA recommends that you leave this and other
energy saving features active, so that your computer will
operate at its maximum energy efficiency. You can wake
the computer from Sleep Mode by pressing the power
button.
Your ENERGY STAR certified computer should be set by
default to enter a low-power "sleep mode" after a period of
inactivity. Simply touching the mouse or keyboard "wakes"
the computer in seconds. These sleep features can save
you up to $23 per year (200 kWh per year in electricity)
and prevent up to 300 pounds of greenhouse gas
emissions annually. To learn how to adjust or activate
these sleep settings on your computer, please go to:
www.energystar.gov/sleepinstructions
To activate sleep settings organization-wide quickly and
easily through network tools, please go to
www.energystar.gov/powermanagement
Disposing of the computer and the computer's
battery
The computer's battery pack is not user-accessible. Contact an authorized
TOSHIBA service provider for details regarding how to dispose of the
computer and the battery pack.
General Precautions
TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain, and
withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be
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observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
computer.
Be certain to read the following general precautions and to note the
cautions included in the text of the manual.
Provide adequate ventilation
Always make sure that your computer and AC adaptor have adequate
ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on
or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your
computer is in Sleep Mode). In this condition, observe the following:
Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object.
Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as
an electric blanket or heater.
Never cover or block the air vents including those at the base of the
computer.
Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Using your
computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents.
Always provide sufficient space around the computer.
Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure,
computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious
injury.
Creating a computer-friendly environment
Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer
and any other items you are using, such as a printer.
Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide
adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they might overheat.
To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area
from:
Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.
Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as
stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the
computer) or speakerphones.
Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature
change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.
Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.
Liquids and corrosive chemicals.
Stress injury
Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains
information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists
that can be caused by extensive keyboard use. It also includes information
on work space design, posture, and lighting that can help reduce physical
stress.
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Heat injury
Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is
used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the
temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical
contact with the computer for a long time, for example if you rest the
computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, your
skin might suffer a low-heat injury.
If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact
with the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can
become hot.
The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this
condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the
AC adaptor, disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the
material could become damaged.
Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of
strong impact as this can damage the computer's components or otherwise
cause it to malfunction.
Cleaning the computer
To help ensure long, trouble-free operation, keep the computer free of dust
and dirt, and use care with all liquids around it.
Be careful not to spill liquids into the computer. If the computer does
get wet, turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry
completely. In these circumstance, you should get the computer
inspected by an authorized service provider in order to assess the
scope of any damage.
Clean the plastics of the computer using a cloth slightly dampened
with water.
You can clean the display screen by spraying a small amount of glass
cleaner onto a soft, clean cloth and then wiping the screen gently with
the cloth.
Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any part
of it. Never use harsh or caustic chemical computers to clean the
computer.
Moving the computer
While the computer is designed for flexible day-to-day usage, you should
exercise a few simple precautions when moving it in order to help ensure
trouble-free operation.
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Make sure all disk/disc activity has ended before moving the
computer.
Turn off (shut down) the computer.
Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the
computer.
Close the display panel.
Do not pick up the computer by its display panel.
Before carrying your computer, shut it down, disconnect the AC
adaptor and allow it to cool down. A failure to follow this instruction
might result in minor heat injury.
Do not expose the computer to rapid temperature changes (for
example, in a situation where you carry the computer from a cold
environment to a warm room). Do not turn on the power until
condensation disappears.
Be careful not to subject the computer to impact or shock. A failure to
follow this instruction could result in damage to computer, computer
failure, or loss of data.
Never transport your computer with any cards installed. This might
damage either the computer and/or the card resulting in computer
failure.
Always use a suitable carry case when transporting the computer.
When carrying your computer, be sure to hold it securely so that it
does not fall or hit anything.
Do not carry your computer by holding any of its protruding elements.
Mobile phones
Be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio
system. The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way, but
it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30 cm is maintained
between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use.
Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is
described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. Be
sure to read it before using the computer.
Safety Icons
Safety icons are used in this manual to bring important information to your
attention. Each type of message is identified as follows.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in death or
serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.
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A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow
instructions might cause data loss, equipment damage, or might result in
minor or moderate injury.
Please read. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of
your equipment.
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Chapter 2
Getting Started
This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic information to
start using your computer.
If you use an operating system that was not pre-installed by TOSHIBA,
some of the features described in this manual might not function properly.
Equipment checklist
Carefully unpack your computer, taking care to save the box and
packaging materials for future use.
Hardware
Check to make sure that you have all the following items:
TOSHIBA Portable Personal Computer
AC adaptor and power cord (2-pin plug or 3-pin plug)
Cleaning cloth (provided with some models)
Documentation
User Information Guide
Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer
immediately.
Conventions
This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight
terms and operating procedures.
HDD/SSD This computer is equipped with a Solid-State
Drive (SSD).
In this manual, the word "HDD" or "Hard disk
drive" also refers to the SSD unless otherwise
stated.
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Click Tap the Touch Pad or click the left Touch
Pad control button once.
Left-click the mouse once.
Tap the touch screen once (only for touch
screen models).
Right-click Tap the Touch Pad with two fingers together
or click the right Touch Pad control button
once.
Right-click the mouse once.
Press and hold on the touch screen (only for
touch screen models).
Double-click Tap the Touch Pad or click the left Touch
Pad control button twice.
Left-click the mouse twice.
Tap the touch screen twice (only for touch
screen models).
Charm You can find a list of charms: Search, Share,
Start, Devices, and Settings by the following
ways:
Point the mouse pointer to the lower-right (or
upper-right) corner of your screen.
Swipe in from the right edge of the Touch
Pad.
Swipe in from the right edge of the touch
screen (only for touch screen models).
Desktop Click the Desktop tile from the Start screen to
access the desktop.
Start screen You can go back to the Start screen from an app
or the desktop by the following ways:
Click the Start charm.
Move the mouse pointer all the way into the
lower-left corner of the screen and then click
the Start button ( ).
Press the Windows® logo key ( ) on your
keyboard.
For detailed information, refer to the Windows
Help and Support.
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Apps view You can find all of your apps including desktop
programs in the Apps view.
To get to the Apps view:
Move the mouse pointer and then click the
icon in the lower-left corner of the screen.
Slide up with two fingers together on the
Touch Pad
Slide up from the Start screen (only for
touch screen models).
Using your computer for the first time
Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for
information on the safe and proper use of this computer. It is intended to
help you be more comfortable and productive while using a notebook
computer. By following the recommendations in it, you can reduce your
chance of developing a painful or disabling injury to your hand, arms,
shoulders, or neck.
This section provides basic information to start using your computer. It
covers the following topics:
Connecting the AC adaptor
Opening the display
Turning on the power
Initial setup
Getting to know the Start screen
Use a virus-check program and make sure that it is updated regularly.
Never format storage media without checking its content - formatting
erases all stored data.
It is a good idea to back up the internal SSD or other main storage
device to external media periodically. General storage media is not
durable or stable over long periods of time and under certain
conditions might result in data loss.
Before you install a device or application, save any data in memory to
the Solid-State Drive or other storage media. Failure to do so might
result in data loss.
Connecting the AC adaptor
Attach the AC adaptor when you want to charge the battery or operate from
AC power. The battery pack must be charged before you can operate from
battery power.
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