Toshiba KIRABook 13 i5 User manual

QUICK START

Welcome to

Peerless performance.
Inspired Engineering.
The Ultrabook™, redefined.
Welcome to KIRAbook™1 | 2

*Available on certain models.
Front with display open
Quick Tour
Web Camera indicator
Internal microphoneInternal microphone
Web CameraTouch screen*
Help
button
Touch pad
Primary and
secondary
control buttons
Power button
Wireless
indicator light
Keyboard
Previous
track
button
Play/
pause
button
Next track
button
Volume
decrease
button
Wireless
antenna
ON/OFF
button
Mute
button
Volume
increase
button
System control buttons

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Right Side
Left Side
Underside
USB 3.0 port
USB 3.0 port (USB Sleep and Charge )
USB 3.0 port
AC Power light/Battery light
DC-In
HDMI™Out port
Left speaker Right speaker
Headphone jack/Microphone jack
Memory card reader

Connect to a power source
Assemble the power cord/cable and AC adaptor and then connect it to
your KIRAbook™and a live electrical outlet. You are now ready to start
using your KIRAbook™.
Connect to the Internet
Connect to a Wi-Fi®network to take full advantage of your computer’s features.
Backup your KIRAbook™
It is strongly recommended that you create a back up of your KIRAbook™
before using it for the first time. This will enable you to return it to its out-of-box
state, if necessary. For complete instructions on how to create recovery media,
see the “Creating recovery media” section in the electronic User’s Guide.
Register your KIRAbook™
Enhance your ownership experience by taking a few minutes to register your
Toshiba Product at register.toshiba.com. Completing Product registration
allows Toshiba to provide you with Product information updates, special offers
and promotions. Failure to complete Product registration will not diminish
your rights under the Standard Limited Warranty.
KIRAbook™comes with:
•ACadaptor
•Powercord/cable
•Documents:QuickStart,PlatinumServicecard,
Standard Limited Warranty, and other documents
Handling the cord on this product will expose you
to lead, a chemical known to the State of California
to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
• Avoidprolongedphysicalcontactwiththe
underside or surface of the computer.
• Computerbaseandpalmrestcanbecomehot!
Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury
to skin.
Note:Thecomputer’sbatteryisnotaccessible
by the user.
NOTICE
• Certaincomputerchassisaredesignedto
accommodate all possible configurations
for an entire product series. Your select
model may not have all the features and
specifications corresponding to all of the
icons or switches shown on the computer
chassis, unless you have selected all those
features.
• Subject to Change. Product specifications,
configurations, prices, system/component/
options availability are all subject to change
without notice.
Getting Started

The Start screen contains tiles
that are shortcuts to your apps
and programs. Right-click on
the background or swipe up
from the bottom edge or swipe
down from the top edge and
select All apps to see more.
(Sample image) Start screen with charms.
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Navigation
Charms
Move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or swipe in from
the right edge to reveal the charms.
Search – Allows you to locate
items (apps, photos, music,
documents) on your computer
Share – Allows you to share
items (links, photos, and more)
Start – Takes you to the Start
screen or, if you’re already on
the Start screen, returns you
to your last app
Devices – Allows you to
manage your hardware
Settings – Allows you to
access your computer’s
settings (volume, brightness,
connecting to the internet,
and more)
Toggles between the
Start screen and the
last opened app
To go to the
Desktop or select
the Desktop tile
To reveal the charms
+ D + C
Keyboard Shortcuts
Turn off your computer
Move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen
or swipe in from the right edge to reveal the charms.
Click/Touch the Settings charm
Select Power then Sleep/Shut down/Restart

Note:TheUser’sGuidewillbeautomaticallydownloadedandsavedonyour
KIRAbook™so that you can access it at a later time.
For solutions to the most common problems, refer to the “If Something Goes
Wrong” section of the User’s Guide.
HINT:ToaccessyourToshibautilitiesandotherusefulsoftwaredoubleclick/
touch the Desktop Assist icon.
Options for accessing the User’s Guide
(Internet connection required)
To access the electronic
User’s Guide through your
Windows 8 desktop
1
Double click/touch the
Desktop Assist icon
2 Click/touch Support & Recovery
3
Click/touch
User’s Guide icon
To access the electronic
User’s Guide through your
Windows 8 Start screen
1
Click/touch the
KIRAcentral
tile/icon
2 Click/touch User’s Guide
Electronic
User’s Guide
OR

866.774.2417 (U.S. only)
949.583.3878 (outside of the U.S)
Visit Toshiba’s Support Web site
Technical support is available online at Toshiba’s Web site at
KiraSeries.com/support. At this Web site, you will find answers for
many commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable
software drivers, BIOS updates, and other downloads.
KIRAbook is a trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or
Toshiba Corporation.
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.
Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Ultrabook is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
Electronic User’s Guide/Support Information 7
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Support
Information

Please read the following safety and operating instructions before using
your Product. Keep the information near your Product for future reference.
To reduce the risk of fire, bodily injury and/or damage to your Product,
pleaseobserveallofthefollowinginstructions:
AC Adaptor
Always use the Toshiba AC adaptor that
was provided with your Product or as
specified by Toshiba.
Base or Palm Rest
Avoid extended contact between Product
base or palm rest and your skin. Under
certain operating conditions such
prolonged contact may result in skin
irritation and/or heat injury. Consider
using a hard computer insulating pad or
similarly suitable hard insulating material
when using Product on your lap.
(Internal) Battery
Your Product may contain an internal
battery for powering the real-time clock.
Replacement or service should be done
by an authorized Toshiba service provider.
Circulation and Cooling
Allow sufficient air circulation around
Product and AC adaptor during use and
while charging the battery to ensure
adequate cooling of the device. Prevent
direct exposure to heat sources.
Cleaning
Unplug Product from the electrical
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. The injected
combustible gas produced by these
types of cleaners may remain inside of
your product. The electrostatic spark
from the motor or contact point of switch
may ignite the gas residue, which could
result in an explosion, fire, or burn injury.
Instead use a lightly dampened cloth for
cleaning in general and remove dust with
a dry cloth.
Comfort Recommendations
When you use your Product, rest your
eyes periodically and relax or stretch
your muscles to avoid strain. Adjust
your chair, feet and Product accordingly
to achieve optimal working posture.
Please refer to Toshiba’s “User Comfort
Recommendations” in the User’s Guide.
Viewing Recommendations
Some individuals may experience health-
related complications when exposed
to certain images or flashing lights (for
example when playing videos or games).
Discontinue use and consult a physician
if you experience any health-related
complications.
Choking Hazards
Keep Product away from small children.
This Product is not a toy and may be
hazardous to small children, for example,
small detachable parts may be a choking
hazard.
Disassembly
Do not disassemble, modify, tamper with
or repair your Product.
General Safety
Instructions

Disposal
Dispose of Product or any components in
compliance with all applicable laws.
Foreign Objects
Never push a foreign object through an
opening in the Product. Never allow metal
objects (such as screws, staples, or paper
clips) to enter Product. This could cause
a short circuit.
Heat
Keep Product away from radiators,
stoves, heat sources or other equipment
that produce heat.
Hot Surfaces
Allow the equipment’s internal
components and hot-pluggable drives
to cool before touching them.
Unstable Surfaces
Do not use Product on an unstable table,
cart or stand.
Operating Environment
Never expose your Product to excess
heat, extremely low temperatures,
sudden temperature variations, or
dusty environments. This could cause
system malfunction, loss of data or
damage to Product.
Power Cables/Cords and
Power Source
Always use power cables/cords and
power sources that comply with the
voltage and frequency specifications and
requirements of the country of use.
Service Provider
Disconnect Product from the electrical
outlet and take Product to an authorized
Toshibaserviceproviderif:
•ACadaptororpowercable/cordis
damaged.
•LiquidhasspilledintoProductoran
object (such as a screw, staple or paper
clip) has entered Product.
•Producthasbeendropped,subjectto
shock or impact and/or damaged in
some way.
•Noticeablesignsofoverheating,smoke,
deformation, cracks, leaks or unusual
odor occur.
•Serviceisneededoncomponentinside
compartments requiring opening or
removal of covers.
Thunderstorm
Never operate your Product during a
thunderstorm. An electrical surge caused
by the storm may cause system failure,
loss of data or hardware damage.
Wireless Functionalities
Turn off your Product and/or all wireless
functionalities where electronic devices
are regulated or controlled or when near a
person with any medical electric devices.
Ventilation
Operate your Product on a hard flat
surface to ensure reliable operation and
good ventilation. Using your Product on
a soft surface such as carpet or sofa can
block slots, vents or openings and cause
overheating.
Water and moisture
Do not use Product in a wet location.
Do not connect/disconnect a power
plug/cord with wet hands.
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