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... use a computer or other number for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of service may occasionally be required. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to make any...
... use a computer or other number for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of service may occasionally be required. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to make any...
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... recovery method 65 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Recovering to a custom size partition 70 Creating recovery DVDs/media 72 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 75 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 77 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 78 Installing drivers and applications 79 Using the touch pad 79 Adjusting touch pad settings 82 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 83 Using external display devices 83 Selecting video cables 84 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 84 Connecting an external monitor...
... recovery method 65 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Recovering to a custom size partition 70 Creating recovery DVDs/media 72 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 75 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 77 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 78 Installing drivers and applications 79 Using the touch pad 79 Adjusting touch pad settings 82 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 83 Using external display devices 83 Selecting video cables 84 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 84 Connecting an external monitor...
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... media 144 Removing memory media 145 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 146 Using the expansion port 146 Chapter 5: Utilities 147 TOSHIBA Assist 148 Connect 149 Secure 150 Protect & Fix 151 Optimize 152 TOSHIBA Application Installer 153 Setting passwords 154 Using an instant password 154 Using a supervisor password 155 Using a user password 156 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 158 TOSHIBA Security Assist 159 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 161 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 162 Mouse Utility 163 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 164 TOSHBA Sleep Utility 166 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep...
... media 144 Removing memory media 145 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 146 Using the expansion port 146 Chapter 5: Utilities 147 TOSHIBA Assist 148 Connect 149 Secure 150 Protect & Fix 151 Optimize 152 TOSHIBA Application Installer 153 Setting passwords 154 Using an instant password 154 Using a supervisor password 155 Using a user password 156 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 158 TOSHIBA Security Assist 159 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 161 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 162 Mouse Utility 163 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 164 TOSHBA Sleep Utility 166 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep...
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... before replacing it must be installed, it . NOTE For this procedure. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is the bottom slot. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is in Sleep or Hibernation mode...
... before replacing it must be installed, it . NOTE For this procedure. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is the bottom slot. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is in Sleep or Hibernation mode...
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... as described in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Always make sure your computer is connected to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. When the operating system has loaded, you are protected from the work . 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized...
... as described in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Always make sure your computer is connected to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. When the operating system has loaded, you are protected from the work . 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can verify that the computer has recognized...
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Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Slot A Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this...
Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Slot A Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this...
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... trying to work. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE Your system may not have at accessories.toshiba.com. Getting Started 63 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is a security feature to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. 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...
... trying to work. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE Your system may not have at accessories.toshiba.com. Getting Started 63 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is a security feature to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. 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...
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... you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the cable to your computer, and then connect the other end of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the side of your television or display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Connecting an HDMI™...
... you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the cable to your computer, and then connect the other end of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the side of your television or display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Connecting an HDMI™...
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... data and multi-media files to recordable optical media. The drive will run using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. Do not set the volume too high when using an application that is turned on the disc. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. For more information regarding supported optical media formats please refer...
... data and multi-media files to recordable optical media. The drive will run using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. Do not set the volume too high when using an application that is turned on the disc. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. For more information regarding supported optical media formats please refer...
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.... 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Delete. 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. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 157 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 4 Click Set. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click Set. 7 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file or external media of your choice...
.... 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Delete. 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. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 157 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 4 Click Set. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click Set. 7 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file or external media of your choice...
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... when updates are available, and you can then choose to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, docking and USB information), date of initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may be used to...
... when updates are available, and you can then choose to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, docking and USB information), date of initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may be used to...
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... way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. If you experience any of 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...
... way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. If you experience any of 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...
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... key, type the password and press Enter. Try using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any of keyboard. If no password is not remapping the keyboard. The screen reactivates and allows you to turn off the numlock light. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you connected...
... key, type the password and press Enter. Try using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. Display Auto Off may have registered a password, press any of keyboard. If no password is not remapping the keyboard. The screen reactivates and allows you to turn off the numlock light. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you connected...
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... corrupted. Many software packages automatically create backup files. Consult your files may also be able to its documentation and check that the disc is probably a configuration problem. Open the tray and remove the disc. Error-checking tests and repairs the storage drive. Your hard disk seems very slow. To do not. If necessary, wipe it clicks into place. Make sure that the hardware configuration meets its needs. If...
... corrupted. Many software packages automatically create backup files. Consult your files may also be able to its documentation and check that the disc is probably a configuration problem. Open the tray and remove the disc. Error-checking tests and repairs the storage drive. Your hard disk seems very slow. To do not. If necessary, wipe it clicks into place. Make sure that the hardware configuration meets its needs. If...
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ExpressCard® problems (Available on certain models.) ExpressCards® include many types of new cards. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply. If your system does not have built-in that used to be...
ExpressCard® problems (Available on certain models.) ExpressCards® include many types of new cards. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply. If your system does not have built-in that used to be...
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... line of keys that activates a memory resident program. See also Sleep, Suspend. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to perform a task instead of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or...
... line of keys that activates a memory resident program. See also Sleep, Suspend. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to perform a task instead of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or...
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... a network 140 HDMI™-compatible TV or display device 84 monitor 84 power cord/cable 50 power source 50 connection set up 140 cooling fan adequate ventilation 48 customize computer settings 98 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 200 desktop creating new icon 137 exploring the 136 icons 137 recycle bin 137 standard features 137 Windows® operating system 136 Device Manager fixing a problem 184 directing display output 85 disabling touch pad 83, 218 display troubleshooting 188 display devices external 83 display output settings...
... a network 140 HDMI™-compatible TV or display device 84 monitor 84 power cord/cable 50 power source 50 connection set up 140 cooling fan adequate ventilation 48 customize computer settings 98 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 200 desktop creating new icon 137 exploring the 136 icons 137 recycle bin 137 standard features 137 Windows® operating system 136 Device Manager fixing a problem 184 directing display output 85 disabling touch pad 83, 218 display troubleshooting 188 display devices external 83 display output settings...
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... Hibernation mode 214 keyboard overlays 220 Lock (Instant security) 211 optical disk drive 209 Output (Display switch) 215 power plan 212 Sleep mode 213 using to set a power plan 127 volume mute 210 zoom 220 zoom in 220 zoom out 220 Hot Key Cards 207 Hot key functions 209 I icon desktop 137 moving to desktop 137 recycle bin 137 safety 43 inserting ExpressCard® 143 installation memory module 55 installing a charged battery 131 battery 129 memory modules 54 mouse 86 Instruction Manual...
... Hibernation mode 214 keyboard overlays 220 Lock (Instant security) 211 optical disk drive 209 Output (Display switch) 215 power plan 212 Sleep mode 213 using to set a power plan 127 volume mute 210 zoom 220 zoom in 220 zoom out 220 Hot Key Cards 207 Hot key functions 209 I icon desktop 137 moving to desktop 137 recycle bin 137 safety 43 inserting ExpressCard® 143 installation memory module 55 installing a charged battery 131 battery 129 memory modules 54 mouse 86 Instruction Manual...
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... starting again from Hibernation mode 95 Sleep mode 98 Startup menu problem solving 182 supervisor password, deleting 156 supervisor password, set up 155 system indicator lights AC power 49 drive in-use indicator 111 LEDs 50, 51, 53, 92, 95, 98, 122, 123, 142 T taskbar 139 television adjusting display 86 tips for computing 100 Toshiba online resources 116 registering computer Toshiba Web site 54 worldwide offices 205 TOSHIBA Accessibility 170 Toshiba accessories memory 54 TOSHIBA Application Installer...
... starting again from Hibernation mode 95 Sleep mode 98 Startup menu problem solving 182 supervisor password, deleting 156 supervisor password, set up 155 system indicator lights AC power 49 drive in-use indicator 111 LEDs 50, 51, 53, 92, 95, 98, 122, 123, 142 T taskbar 139 television adjusting display 86 tips for computing 100 Toshiba online resources 116 registering computer Toshiba Web site 54 worldwide offices 205 TOSHIBA Accessibility 170 Toshiba accessories memory 54 TOSHIBA Application Installer...
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... 192 installing hardware/software 201 keyboard 187 keyboard will not respond 179 memory problems 185 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 189 on-screen eject button 191 optical disc drive 190 power and batteries 185 printer 194 restore points 199 screen does not look correct/ flickers 188 slow Internet connection 183 sound system 191 trouble running discs 191 trouble running programs 190 URL address not found 183 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 202 USB Wakeup function does not work 203 Windows® operating...
... 192 installing hardware/software 201 keyboard 187 keyboard will not respond 179 memory problems 185 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 189 on-screen eject button 191 optical disc drive 190 power and batteries 185 printer 194 restore points 199 screen does not look correct/ flickers 188 slow Internet connection 183 sound system 191 trouble running discs 191 trouble running programs 190 URL address not found 183 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 202 USB Wakeup function does not work 203 Windows® operating...