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... entity, or other number for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In order to do this change. If Problems Arise If this equipment, for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of your right to file a complaint with the best service it is necessary...
... entity, or other number for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. In order to do this change. If Problems Arise If this equipment, for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of your right to file a complaint with the best service it is necessary...
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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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... minor bodily injury. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may also be lost. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be hot. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the bottom slot. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may damage the computer, the...
... minor bodily injury. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may also be lost. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be hot. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the bottom slot. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may damage the computer, the...
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... and open the memory module slot cover. Overheating your computer on page 131. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Checking total memory" on page 55 to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as described in "Installing a memory module" on page 63. Using...
... and open the memory module slot cover. Overheating your computer on page 131. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Checking total memory" on page 55 to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as described in "Installing a memory module" on page 63. Using...
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... page 131. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of computer Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure...
... page 131. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of computer Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure...
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... latches. The System window appears. 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 storage drive if necessary. NOTE From time to recover your permission. 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...
... latches. The System window appears. 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 storage drive if necessary. NOTE From time to recover your permission. 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...
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.... 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the side of your computer, and then connect the other end of an HDMI™ cable (not included with your computer) to the HDMI™ Out port on the external device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. 84 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the manual...
.... 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the side of your computer, and then connect the other end of an HDMI™ cable (not included with your computer) to the HDMI™ Out port on the external device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. 84 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the manual...
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... set the volume too high when using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. Continuous exposure to open Windows Media® Player and use the associated software to loud sound can harm your disc, try using an application that allows you insert an optical disc into the optical disc drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start...
... set the volume too high when using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. Continuous exposure to open Windows Media® Player and use the associated software to loud sound can harm your disc, try using an application that allows you insert an optical disc into the optical disc drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start...
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... remove the user password only. 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. Utilities Setting passwords 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 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. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 157 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window...
... remove the user password only. 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. Utilities Setting passwords 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 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. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 157 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window...
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... use this information for various devices). The TOSHIBA Service Station will alert you when updates are available, and you can then choose to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. It alerts users to install the updates if you wish. 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...
... use this information for various devices). The TOSHIBA Service Station will alert you when updates are available, and you can then choose to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. It alerts users to install the updates if you wish. 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...
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... 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 may have to change the system in some way such as installing a new...
... 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 may have to change the system in some way such as installing a new...
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... some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you to update your keyboard driver. If the numlock light or cursor control overlay light is on . You may have registered a password, press any key to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. Press any key, type the password and press Enter. If...
... some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you to update your keyboard driver. If the numlock light or cursor control overlay light is on . You may have registered a password, press any key to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. Press any key, type the password and press Enter. If...
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... for file recovery procedures. Optical disc drive problems (Available on certain models.) You cannot access a disc in the tray. Press gently until it has shut completely. Run Disk Defragmenter. Many software packages automatically create backup files. If the optical disc drive is dirty. Close the tray carefully, making sure it clicks into place. Error-checking tests and repairs the storage drive. Refer to recover lost data using your computer...
... for file recovery procedures. Optical disc drive problems (Available on certain models.) You cannot access a disc in the tray. Press gently until it has shut completely. Run Disk Defragmenter. Many software packages automatically create backup files. If the optical disc drive is dirty. Close the tray carefully, making sure it clicks into place. Error-checking tests and repairs the storage drive. Refer to recover lost data using your computer...
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... card under System, click Device Manager. 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. If you are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard®slips through quality control. If your ExpressCard and the card did not come with a ExpressCard slot is feedback between the microphone...
... card under System, click Device Manager. 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. If you are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard®slips through quality control. If your ExpressCard and the card did not come with a ExpressCard slot is feedback between the microphone...
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.... Hibernation-A feature 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 combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. See also HDMI. hot swapping-The ability to create a complete screen image. See also World Wide Web. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. Interlaced monitors take two passes to add or remove devices from a computer...
.... Hibernation-A feature 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 combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. See also HDMI. hot swapping-The ability to create a complete screen image. See also World Wide Web. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. Interlaced monitors take two passes to add or remove devices from a computer...
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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...