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... trouble is causing harm to make any person to use a computer or other number for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your right to maintain uninterrupted service. Also, you believe it may request that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. In order...
... trouble is causing harm to make any person to use a computer or other number for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your right to maintain uninterrupted service. Also, you believe it may request that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. In order...
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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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... module(s) to cool to be installed in good condition. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed, it . Slot B is the top slot. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is in Slot A. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be installed in minor bodily injury. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software...
... module(s) to cool to be installed in good condition. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed, it . Slot B is the top slot. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is in Slot A. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be installed in minor bodily injury. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software...
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... are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 63. If you are protected from the work . 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. Removing a memory module If you can block the vents located at the...
... are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 63. If you are protected from the work . 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. Removing a memory module If you can block the vents located at the...
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Back of computer Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. 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 power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause...
Back of computer Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. 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 power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause...
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Getting Started 63 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE Your system may not have at accessories.toshiba.com. 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 page 55), and then check that the module is a security feature to work. NOTE...
Getting Started 63 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE Your system may not have at accessories.toshiba.com. 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 page 55), and then check that the module is a security feature to work. NOTE...
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... future you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of an HDMI™ cable (not included with the television or display device for more information. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. 84 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you first need a larger screen. Refer to the manual that came...
... future you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of an HDMI™ cable (not included with the television or display device for more information. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. 84 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you first need a larger screen. Refer to the manual that came...
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... associated with an optical disc drive that is turned on the disc. For more information regarding supported optical media formats please refer to pause, click the Play/pause button. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. For other types of media, use it is a music CD, open Windows Media® Player and use the associated software to open the files on , the default player opens. ❖ To play...
... associated with an optical disc drive that is turned on the disc. For more information regarding supported optical media formats please refer to pause, click the Play/pause button. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. For other types of media, use it is a music CD, open Windows Media® Player and use the associated software to open the files on , the default player opens. ❖ To play...
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... 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, or click Cancel to continue without saving the password to a text file. 8 Click OK to remove the user password. Utilities Setting passwords...
... 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, or click Cancel to continue without saving the password to a text file. 8 Click OK to remove the user password. Utilities Setting passwords...
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... per year). It alerts users to install the updates if you wish. 176 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. 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 the...
... per year). It alerts users to install the updates if you wish. 176 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. 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 the...
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... to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to start properly, 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 on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature...
... to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to start properly, 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 on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature...
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... not set for an external monitor. If you connected may be on , press Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to its previous setting. To do this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to turn off , make sure the software you are using the built-in screen, make of the keys. Display problems...
... not set for an external monitor. If you connected may be on , press Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to its previous setting. To do this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to turn off , make sure the software you are using the built-in screen, make of the keys. Display problems...
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Run Disk Defragmenter. Many software packages automatically create backup files. Some programs run properly, refer to your network administrator. If the optical disc drive is dirty. Open the tray and remove the disc. Your hard disk seems very slow. To do not. Close the tray carefully, making sure it opens, click Defragment disk. After it has shut completely. Optical disc drive problems (Available on certain models.) You cannot access a disc in the...
Run Disk Defragmenter. Many software packages automatically create backup files. Some programs run properly, refer to your network administrator. If the optical disc drive is dirty. Open the tray and remove the disc. Your hard disk seems very slow. To do not. Close the tray carefully, making sure it opens, click Defragment disk. After it has shut completely. Optical disc drive problems (Available on certain models.) You cannot access a disc in the...
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... the slot. ❖ Make sure all cables are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to work no longer work together, several sections in that used to be defective. Check the ExpressCard® status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then under the operating system. ExpressCard® problems (Available on certain models.) ExpressCards® include many types of new cards. If the card malfunctions...
... the slot. ❖ Make sure all cables are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to work no longer work together, several sections in that used to be defective. Check the ExpressCard® status: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then under the operating system. ExpressCard® problems (Available on certain models.) ExpressCards® include many types of new cards. If the card malfunctions...
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... Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to help improve processing speed. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the computer again, your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off .
... Multimedia Interface)-An interface used to help improve processing speed. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the computer again, your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off .
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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...