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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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... computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You may damage the computer, the module, or both. 40 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) ❖ Connect an optional external optical disc drive Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your software. Allow the module(s) to cool to follow these directions could result in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small...
... computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You may damage the computer, the module, or both. 40 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) ❖ Connect an optional external optical disc drive Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your software. Allow the module(s) to cool to follow these directions could result in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small...
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... retrieve them later. 42 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. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge...
... retrieve them later. 42 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. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge...
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... to shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up slightly. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is highlighted, then press Enter. NOTE The following screen may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover.
... to shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up slightly. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is highlighted, then press Enter. NOTE The following screen may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover.
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... from overheating when the power is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Back of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out...
... from overheating when the power is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Back of computer Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out...
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... 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 storage drive if necessary. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that the module is displayed below the System heading. NOTE From time to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then...
... 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 storage drive if necessary. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that the module is displayed below the System heading. NOTE From time to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then...
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... first need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the Windows Control Panel. For more information, please visit www.support.toshiba.com, and enter the phrase "Mouse pointer jumps around as you need a larger screen. NOTE Alternately, you can still use the TouchPad's control buttons and move the pointer by configuring the display properties settings. To disable tapping only, use the Mouse Properties option in display, but you can change the display settings...
... first need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the Windows Control Panel. For more information, please visit www.support.toshiba.com, and enter the phrase "Mouse pointer jumps around as you need a larger screen. NOTE Alternately, you can still use the TouchPad's control buttons and move the pointer by configuring the display properties settings. To disable tapping only, use the Mouse Properties option in display, but you can change the display settings...
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... Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. 130 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities...
... Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. 130 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities...
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...; 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 the bottom after Description. Using Startup options to fix problems...
...; 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 the bottom after Description. Using Startup options to fix problems...
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... memory module. If Something Goes Wrong Memory problems 145 Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. Here are some typical problems and how to solve them: The AC power light/battery light does not come on, check that seem to work. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that the wall outlet is worthwhile checking for these first: 1 Click Start...
... memory module. If Something Goes Wrong Memory problems 145 Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. Here are some typical problems and how to solve them: The AC power light/battery light does not come on, check that seem to work. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may cause errors that the wall outlet is worthwhile checking for these first: 1 Click Start...
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... set for an external monitor. You may have registered a password, press any key. If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 147 Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to continue working. Refer to the software documentation and check that came with the computer. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is registered, press any key, type the password...
... set for an external monitor. You may have registered a password, press any key. If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 147 Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to continue working. Refer to the software documentation and check that came with the computer. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is registered, press any key, type the password...
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... magnetically coded with the computer's operating system. Also called directory. hardware-The physical components of a rigid platter or platters that activates a memory resident program. When you turn on the disk so the operating system can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of a file folder. function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on screen by the operating system...
... magnetically coded with the computer's operating system. Also called directory. hardware-The physical components of a rigid platter or platters that activates a memory resident program. When you turn on the disk so the operating system can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of a file folder. function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on screen by the operating system...
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... refreshed. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)-A type of display that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. I icon-A small image displayed on the network. internal device-See device. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. Multiple diodes are used together, since the light created by a communications link that enables any other on the screen that represents a function, file...
... refreshed. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)-A type of display that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. I icon-A small image displayed on the network. internal device-See device. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. Multiple diodes are used together, since the light created by a communications link that enables any other on the screen that represents a function, file...
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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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... 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 166 I icon desktop 113 moving to desktop 113 recycle bin 113 safety 28 installation memory module 40 installing a charged battery 107 battery 105 memory modules 40 mouse 70 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 30 internal storage drive recovery 48 K keyboard Alt keys...
... 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 166 I icon desktop 113 moving to desktop 113 recycle bin 113 safety 28 installation memory module 40 installing a charged battery 107 battery 105 memory modules 40 mouse 70 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 30 internal storage drive recovery 48 K keyboard Alt keys...
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... Camera light 118 lock computer, using 83 M maintaining your battery 109 memory adding (optional) 40 check 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...
... Camera light 118 lock computer, using 83 M maintaining your battery 109 memory adding (optional) 40 check 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...
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... 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 139 contacting Toshiba 158 corrupted/damaged data files 150 data/entire system backup 156 Device Manager 144 Disk Defragmenter 150 display error message 148 display problems screen...
... 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 139 contacting Toshiba 158 corrupted/damaged data files 150 data/entire system backup 156 Device Manager 144 Disk Defragmenter 150 display error message 148 display problems screen...
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... Internet connection 143 sound system/speakers 150 trouble running programs 150 URL address not found 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...
... Internet connection 143 sound system/speakers 150 trouble running programs 150 URL address not found 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...