Toshiba Satellite 1405 S Manual

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Getting Started
Selecting a place to work
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❖If you are using an external monitor, the top of the 
display should be no higher than eye level.
❖If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height 
and distance as the screen.
Seating and posture 
When using your computer, maintain good posture with your 
body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly. Proper 
seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain. Some 
people find a backless chair more comfortable than a...

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❖Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower 
curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide 
extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are 
available at many office supply stores.
❖Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips, and 
elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you 
work. Do not slump forward or lean back too far.
Lighting
Proper lighting can improve the visibility of the...

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Work habits
The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to 
vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks 
into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine 
can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.
❖Take frequent breaks to change position, stretch your 
muscles, and relieve your eyes. A break of two or three 
minutes every half-hour is more effective than a long 
break after several hours....

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Setting up your computer
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❖Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If 
two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only 
one is being used. Overheating of a PC Card can result in 
errors or instability in its operation. 
Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been 
used for a long period. 
❖Avoid spilling liquids into the computer’s keyboard.
If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard, turn 
off the computer immediately. Leave...

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Setting up your computer
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To use external power or to charge the battery, you must 
attach the AC adapter. See “Connecting the AC adapter” on 
page 60. 
Setting up your software
The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard 
guides you through steps to set up your software.
1From the welcome screen, click Next to enter the Setup 
Wizard.
2Confirm acceptance of Microsoft’s End User License 
Agreement and click Next.
3Enter the computer name and...

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7Enter your name and click Finish to complete the 
process.
Your computer restarts automatically.
Registering your computer with Toshiba
Registering your computer lets Toshiba keep you up-to-date 
with information about new products and upgrades, and also 
extends your Toshiba warranty worldwide at no charge to 
you. You can register your computer with Toshiba by double-
clicking the icon on your desktop or by mailing the 
registration...

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Installing additional memory (optional)
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❖Connect an external monitor (see “Using external display 
devices” on page 54)
❖Connect a local printer (see “Connecting a printer” on 
page 53)
❖Install PC Cards (see “Using PC Cards” on page 179)
Installing additional memory (optional) 
CAUTION: Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off 
the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a 
memory module while the computer is in Stand by or...

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Installing additional memory (optional)
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CAUTION: If you use the computer for a long time, the memory 
modules will become hot. If this happens, let the modules cool to 
room temperature before you replace them.
CAUTION: Do not try to install a memory module under the 
following conditions. You can damage the computer and the 
module.
1. The computer is turned on.
2. The computer was shut down using Stand by mode.
3. Power to the DVD-ROM drive has been turned...

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Installing additional memory (optional)
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Underside of the computer
NOTE: Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver.
4Locate the expansion memory slot cover and remove the 
screw that secures the cover.
Removing the expansion memory slot cover screw
Expansion memory slot cover 

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5Using your finger or a narrow object, lift off the cover.
6Put the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can 
retrieve them later.
CAUTIONS: Static electricity can damage the memory module. 
Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to 
discharge any static electricity you may have built up.
To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its 
gold connector bar (on the side you...