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... 48 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 48 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 50 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 52 Recovering to a custom size partition 55 Creating recovery DVDs/media 57 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 60 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 62 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 63 Installing drivers and applications 64 Using the TouchPad 64 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 68 Using external display devices 68 Connecting an external monitor or...
... 48 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 48 Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method 50 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 52 Recovering to a custom size partition 55 Creating recovery DVDs/media 57 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 60 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 62 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 63 Installing drivers and applications 64 Using the TouchPad 64 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 68 Using external display devices 68 Connecting an external monitor or...
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... way around the desktop 113 Setting up for communications 115 Connecting your computer to a network .........116 Exploring audio features 116 Recording sounds 116 Using external speakers or headphones..........117 Using the Web Camera 118 Using the Memory card reader 118 Inserting memory media 119 Removing memory media 119 Chapter 5: Utilities 121 TOSHIBA Assist 122 Secure 123 Protect & Fix 124 Optimize 125 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 126 Setting passwords 127 Using an instant password 127 Using a supervisor password 128
... way around the desktop 113 Setting up for communications 115 Connecting your computer to a network .........116 Exploring audio features 116 Recording sounds 116 Using external speakers or headphones..........117 Using the Web Camera 118 Using the Memory card reader 118 Inserting memory media 119 Removing memory media 119 Chapter 5: Utilities 121 TOSHIBA Assist 122 Secure 123 Protect & Fix 124 Optimize 125 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 126 Setting passwords 127 Using an instant password 127 Using a supervisor password 128
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... Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the memory module slot on may also be hot. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 39. The surrounding area may damage the computer, the module, or both. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing...
... Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in the memory module slot on may also be hot. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 39. The surrounding area may damage the computer, the module, or both. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing...
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... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you may cause memory access problems. 9 If replacing an existing memory module, remove this memory module by performing steps 2-3 of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Back of "Removing a memory module" on page 46. 10 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching...
... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you may cause memory access problems. 9 If replacing an existing memory module, remove this memory module by performing steps 2-3 of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Back of "Removing a memory module" on page 46. 10 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching...
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... "Installing a memory module" on . If one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. When Safe Mode is highlighted, it on and data in memory will not be lost. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you need to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. Do not try to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The...
... "Installing a memory module" on . If one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. When Safe Mode is highlighted, it on and data in memory will not be lost. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you need to scan your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. Do not try to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The...
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... the work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 107. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Back of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and...
... the work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 107. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Back of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and...
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... window appears. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on your computer without your internal...
... window appears. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on your computer without your internal...
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... the Windows® Control Panel. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices NOTE TouchPad setting options vary by default. For more information, see if you can still use the Mouse Properties option in display, but you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. NOTE Alternately, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on page 174. To enable/disable the TouchPad, press Fn + F9. If you disable tapping only, you type...
... the Windows® Control Panel. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices NOTE TouchPad setting options vary by default. For more information, see if you can still use the Mouse Properties option in display, but you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. NOTE Alternately, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on page 174. To enable/disable the TouchPad, press Fn + F9. If you disable tapping only, you type...
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... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. 130 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start...
... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. 130 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start...
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... these options: ❖ Repair Your Computer ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640 x 480) ❖ Last Known Good Configuration (advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® Normally When you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays information about each option at...
... these options: ❖ Repair Your Computer ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640 x 480) ❖ Last Known Good Configuration (advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® Normally When you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays information about each option at...
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... Wrong Memory problems 145 Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. It is not caused by plugging in "Installing a memory module" on page 40, and making sure the module is working properly by the memory module. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the Shut down completely. 2 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module...
... Wrong Memory problems 145 Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. It is not caused by plugging in "Installing a memory module" on page 40, and making sure the module is working properly by the memory module. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the Shut down completely. 2 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module...
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... light or cursor control overlay light is not set for an external monitor. Refer to activate the screen. Try using the built-in screen, make sure the software you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any of keyboard. The keyboard you through the display options. If no password is blank. Press any key...
... light or cursor control overlay light is not set for an external monitor. Refer to activate the screen. Try using the built-in screen, make sure the software you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any of keyboard. The keyboard you through the display options. If no password is blank. Press any key...
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..., your work is symbolized on the keyboard. function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on screen by the operating system and/or individual programs. G ground-A conductor to the disk or read information from it was when the computer was turned off . Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or...
..., your work is symbolized on the keyboard. function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on screen by the operating system and/or individual programs. G ground-A conductor to the disk or read information from it was when the computer was turned off . Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or...
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Compare non-interlaced. internal device-See device. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of the display, creating light and dark pixels. A filter over a relatively limited area and connected by individual light-emitting diodes is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also World Wide Web. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. Multiple diodes...
Compare non-interlaced. internal device-See device. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of the display, creating light and dark pixels. A filter over a relatively limited area and connected by individual light-emitting diodes is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also World Wide Web. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. Multiple diodes...
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... adaptor 34 AC power 97 AC power light 34 AC power/battery indicator light 100 AC power/battery indicator light 100 accessing network 116 adding memory check total memory 48 memory (optional) 40 optional external devices 39 adequate ventilation cooling fan 33 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 67 Application Cards 164 audio features 116 B backing up files 85, 93 battery battery life 96 Call2Recycle™ 111 care 108, 109 changing 105 charge indicator light 36 charge time 97 charger 97 charging 36, 97 charging the real...
... adaptor 34 AC power 97 AC power light 34 AC power/battery indicator light 100 AC power/battery indicator light 100 accessing network 116 adding memory check total memory 48 memory (optional) 40 optional external devices 39 adequate ventilation cooling fan 33 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 67 Application Cards 164 audio features 116 B backing up files 85, 93 battery battery life 96 Call2Recycle™ 111 care 108, 109 changing 105 charge indicator light 36 charge time 97 charger 97 charging 36, 97 charging the real...
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... power cord/cable 35 power source 35 cooling fan adequate ventilation 33 customize computer settings 82 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 156 desktop creating new icon 113 exploring the 112 icons 113 recycle bin 113 standard features 113 Windows® operating system 112 Device Manager fixing a problem 144 directing display output 69 disabling TouchPad™ 68, 174 display troubleshooting 148 display devices external 68 display output settings 69 display panel opening 37 display, external adjusting 70 disposal information 18 disposing of used batteries...
... power cord/cable 35 power source 35 cooling fan adequate ventilation 33 customize computer settings 82 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 156 desktop creating new icon 113 exploring the 112 icons 113 recycle bin 113 standard features 113 Windows® operating system 112 Device Manager fixing a problem 144 directing display output 69 disabling TouchPad™ 68, 174 display troubleshooting 148 display devices external 68 display output settings 69 display panel opening 37 display, external adjusting 70 disposal information 18 disposing of used batteries...
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... using 117 Help and Support troubleshooting 143 Hibernation mode 73 configuring 77 configuring options 77 hot key 170 powering down 77 Shut down 77 starting again from 79 using 77 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 173 display brightness 172 Hibernation mode 170 keyboard overlays 177 Index 195 Lock (Instant security) 167 Output (Display switch) 171 power plan 168 Sleep mode 169 using to set a power plan 104 volume mute 166 Zoom (Display resolution) 176 zooming in 177 zooming out 177 Hot Key Cards 162 Hot key functions...
... using 117 Help and Support troubleshooting 143 Hibernation mode 73 configuring 77 configuring options 77 hot key 170 powering down 77 Shut down 77 starting again from 79 using 77 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 173 display brightness 172 Hibernation mode 170 keyboard overlays 177 Index 195 Lock (Instant security) 167 Output (Display switch) 171 power plan 168 Sleep mode 169 using to set a power plan 104 volume mute 166 Zoom (Display resolution) 176 zooming in 177 zooming out 177 Hot Key Cards 162 Hot key functions...
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... total memory 48 removing memory module slot cover 42 Memory card reader inserting memory media 119 removing memory media 119 using 118 memory module installation 40 inserting into socket 43 removing 46, 47 microphone using 116 monitor connecting 68 monitor problems troubleshooting 148 monitoring battery power 99 mouse installing 70 mouse utility 132 moving the computer 83 N network accessing 116 connecting your computer 116 networking wireless 115 notification area 115 O ON/OFF indicator light 100 online resources Toshiba 94 optional external devices adding 39 optional secondary battery 97...
... total memory 48 removing memory module slot cover 42 Memory card reader inserting memory media 119 removing memory media 119 using 118 memory module installation 40 inserting into socket 43 removing 46, 47 microphone using 116 monitor connecting 68 monitor problems troubleshooting 148 monitoring battery power 99 mouse installing 70 mouse utility 132 moving the computer 83 N network accessing 116 connecting your computer 116 networking wireless 115 notification area 115 O ON/OFF indicator light 100 online resources Toshiba 94 optional external devices adding 39 optional secondary battery 97...
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... 160 TOSHIBA Accessibility 136 Toshiba accessories memory 40 TOSHIBA Application Installer 126 TOSHIBA Assist 122 Optimize tab 125 Protect & Fix tab 124 Secure tab 123 TOSHIBA eco Utility™ 137 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 133 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 131 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 126 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 135 TouchPad™ using 64 traveling tips 111 troubleshooting 147 AC power light is blinking 140 battery light is blinking 141 bookmarked site not found 143 computer will not start...
... 160 TOSHIBA Accessibility 136 Toshiba accessories memory 40 TOSHIBA Application Installer 126 TOSHIBA Assist 122 Optimize tab 125 Protect & Fix tab 124 Secure tab 123 TOSHIBA eco Utility™ 137 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 133 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 131 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 126 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 135 TouchPad™ using 64 traveling tips 111 troubleshooting 147 AC power light is blinking 140 battery light is blinking 141 bookmarked site not found 143 computer will not start...
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... 143 Windows® operating system not working 141 wireless networking 152 turning off computer 72 computer more quickly 75 options 72 turning on power 38 U USB-compatible printer 70 user password, deleting 130 user password, setting 129 using a microphone 116 computer lock 83 external display devices 68 Hibernation mode 77 hot key to set a power plan 104 Memory card reader 118 Shut down command 74 Sleep mode 79 TouchPad™ 64 Web Camera 118 using the keyboard 85 using the overlay for cursor control 88 Utilities 121 V video projector adjusting display 70...
... 143 Windows® operating system not working 141 wireless networking 152 turning off computer 72 computer more quickly 75 options 72 turning on power 38 U USB-compatible printer 70 user password, deleting 130 user password, setting 129 using a microphone 116 computer lock 83 external display devices 68 Hibernation mode 77 hot key to set a power plan 104 Memory card reader 118 Shut down command 74 Sleep mode 79 TouchPad™ 64 Web Camera 118 using the keyboard 85 using the overlay for cursor control 88 Utilities 121 V video projector adjusting display 70...