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...the telephone company and let them to make changes in writing, to allow you to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support Center within the United States at (... business, other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) If Problems Arise If this , it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send and receive fax transmissions. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to...
...the telephone company and let them to make changes in writing, to allow you to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support Center within the United States at (... business, other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) If Problems Arise If this , it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send and receive fax transmissions. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to...
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... changing the internal storage drive partitions 66 Creating recovery DVDs/media 68 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 73 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 74 Installing drivers and applications 75 Using the TouchPad 75 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector.....79 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 80 Adjusting the quality of the external display......81 Using an external keyboard 81 Using...
... changing the internal storage drive partitions 66 Creating recovery DVDs/media 68 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 73 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 74 Installing drivers and applications 75 Using the TouchPad 75 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector.....79 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 80 Adjusting the quality of the external display......81 Using an external keyboard 81 Using...
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...136 Using the Web Camera 136 Using the Memory card reader 137 Inserting memory media 137 Removing memory media 138 Chapter 5: Utilities 139 TOSHIBA Assist 140 Secure 141 Protect & Fix 142 Optimize 143 TOSHIBA Application Installer 144 Setting passwords 145 Using an instant password 145 Using a supervisor password 146 Using a user password 147 Deleting a user password 148 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 149 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 Mouse Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 152 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 TOSHIBA Service Station...
...136 Using the Web Camera 136 Using the Memory card reader 137 Inserting memory media 137 Removing memory media 138 Chapter 5: Utilities 139 TOSHIBA Assist 140 Secure 141 Protect & Fix 142 Optimize 143 TOSHIBA Application Installer 144 Setting passwords 145 Using an instant password 145 Using a supervisor password 146 Using a user password 147 Deleting a user password 148 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 149 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 Mouse Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 152 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 TOSHIBA Service Station...
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Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 51 NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 49. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may also be hot. The surrounding area may be hot. If only one...
Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 51 NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 49. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may also be hot. The surrounding area may be hot. If only one...
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... the memory module slot cover. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you can damage the memory module. Back of computer Back of the computer. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from...
... the memory module slot cover. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you can damage the memory module. Back of computer Back of the computer. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from...
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...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Make sure to a power...
...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Make sure to a power...
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... System window appears. The following program to make changes to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method)" on your computer without your internal storage drive if necessary. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 59 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. This is a security feature to work. 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...
... System window appears. The following program to make changes to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method)" on your computer without your internal storage drive if necessary. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 59 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. This is a security feature to work. 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...
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NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both. Turning off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. If you receive via external media, email, or download from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer while it is especially important...
NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as new icon positions may damage the disk, the drive, or both. Turning off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. If you receive via external media, email, or download from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer while it is especially important...
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... optical disc manually. For other types of media, use it is turned on the configuration, your disc, try using headphones. Before putting on headphones to open Windows Media® Player and use the associated software to listen, turn the volume down. Playing optical media If you to: ❖ Play pre-recorded and recorded optical media. ❖ Read/write data and multi-media files to recordable optical media. The drive will run using...
... optical disc manually. For other types of media, use it is turned on the configuration, your disc, try using headphones. Before putting on headphones to open Windows Media® Player and use the associated software to listen, turn the volume down. Playing optical media If you to: ❖ Play pre-recorded and recorded optical media. ❖ Read/write data and multi-media files to recordable optical media. The drive will run using...
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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-screen instructions to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 148 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 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-screen instructions to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 148 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
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... Windows® starts loading. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails 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 Enforcement ❖ Start Windows...
... Windows® starts loading. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails 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 Enforcement ❖ Start Windows...
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...'s internal display. To change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Personalize, and then Display. 3 Adjust the screen resolution and/or color quality. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. Click Display and then Change display settings to make sure the display priority is firmly plugged into a working . Reduce the size of these components individually. If you are using an external monitor: ❖...
...'s internal display. To change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Personalize, and then Display. 3 Adjust the screen resolution and/or color quality. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. Click Display and then Change display settings to make sure the display priority is firmly plugged into a working . Reduce the size of these components individually. If you are using an external monitor: ❖...
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... line jack. The other computer cannot browse to the Internet. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is on the same network, verify that it may be set up to someone else. Try making a test transmission to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. It should be for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting...
... line jack. The other computer cannot browse to the Internet. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is on the same network, verify that it may be set up to someone else. Try making a test transmission to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. It should be for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting...
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... any device to create a complete screen image. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of pixels is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory. Interlaced monitors take two passes to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using a pointing device such as a mouse. Compare...
... any device to create a complete screen image. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of pixels is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory. Interlaced monitors take two passes to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using a pointing device such as a mouse. Compare...
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... adaptor 45 AC power 114 AC power light 45 accessing network 133 adding memory check total memory 59 memory (optional) 50 optional external devices 50 adequate ventilation cooling fan 44 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Application Cards 186 audio features 135 B backing up files 95, 105 battery battery life 113 Call2Recycle™ 127 care 125, 126 changing 122 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 165 charge time 114 charger 114 charging 47, 114 charging the real-time...
... adaptor 45 AC power 114 AC power light 45 accessing network 133 adding memory check total memory 59 memory (optional) 50 optional external devices 50 adequate ventilation cooling fan 44 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Application Cards 186 audio features 135 B backing up files 95, 105 battery battery life 113 Call2Recycle™ 127 care 125, 126 changing 122 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 165 charge time 114 charger 114 charging 47, 114 charging the real-time...
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216 Index RTC memory 113 running computer on battery power 112 safety precautions 125 setting notifications 118 battery indicator light 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button eject, optical disc drive 106 power 49 Shut down 52, 85 start 131 C Call2Recycle™ battery 127 caring for your computer 93 changing battery 122 character keys 97 charging the battery 47 checking device properties 163 cleaning the computer 93 communications network connection 133 set up 132 computer caring for...
216 Index RTC memory 113 running computer on battery power 112 safety precautions 125 setting notifications 118 battery indicator light 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button eject, optical disc drive 106 power 49 Shut down 52, 85 start 131 C Call2Recycle™ battery 127 caring for your computer 93 changing battery 122 character keys 97 charging the battery 47 checking device properties 163 cleaning the computer 93 communications network connection 133 set up 132 computer caring for...
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... printing 104 restore 105 saving 102 using a file extension 103 function keys 98 H headphones using 136 Help and Support Windows® operating system 162 Hibernation mode 84 configuring 88 configuring options 88 hot key 192 powering down 88 Shut down 88 starting again from 90 using 88 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 195 display brightness 194 Hibernation mode 192 keyboard overlays 198 Lock (Instant security) 189 Output (Display switch) 193 power plan 190 Sleep mode 191 using to set a power plan 121 volume mute 188...
... printing 104 restore 105 saving 102 using a file extension 103 function keys 98 H headphones using 136 Help and Support Windows® operating system 162 Hibernation mode 84 configuring 88 configuring options 88 hot key 192 powering down 88 Shut down 88 starting again from 90 using 88 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 195 display brightness 194 Hibernation mode 192 keyboard overlays 198 Lock (Instant security) 189 Output (Display switch) 193 power plan 190 Sleep mode 191 using to set a power plan 121 volume mute 188...
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... to type numeric data 99 L LEDs system indicator lights 117 AC adaptor light 116 AC power light 45, 46 battery light 46, 47 ON/OFF light 49, 87, 90, 93 Web Camera light 136 lock computer, using 94 M maintaining your battery 126 manual eject hole optical disc drive 107 memory adding (optional) 50 check total memory 59 problem solving 164 removing memory module slot cover 53 Memory card reader inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 138 using 137 memory module installation 51 inserting into socket 54 removing 57, 58 microphone using...
... to type numeric data 99 L LEDs system indicator lights 117 AC adaptor light 116 AC power light 45, 46 battery light 46, 47 ON/OFF light 49, 87, 90, 93 Web Camera light 136 lock computer, using 94 M maintaining your battery 126 manual eject hole optical disc drive 107 memory adding (optional) 50 check total memory 59 problem solving 164 removing memory module slot cover 53 Memory card reader inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 138 using 137 memory module installation 51 inserting into socket 54 removing 57, 58 microphone using...
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... 42 printer connecting 81 problem solving 171 setting up 82 USB-compatible 81 printing a file 104 problem solving AC power 165 battery charge does not last 165 battery not charging 165 changing display properties 167 checking device properties 163 computer will not power up 158 contacting Toshiba 180 corrupted/damaged data files 169 Device Manager 163 disk drive is slow 169 display is blank 166 external display not working 168 external monitor 167 faulty memory 164...
... 42 printer connecting 81 problem solving 171 setting up 82 USB-compatible 81 printing a file 104 problem solving AC power 165 battery charge does not last 165 battery not charging 165 changing display properties 167 checking device properties 163 computer will not power up 158 contacting Toshiba 180 corrupted/damaged data files 169 Device Manager 163 disk drive is slow 169 display is blank 166 external display not working 168 external monitor 167 faulty memory 164...
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... Utility 149 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 152 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 TOSHIBA Service Station 156 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TouchPad™ using 75 traveling tips 128 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 174 external keyboard 166 keyboard 166 optical disc drive 169 turning off computer 83 computer more quickly 86 options 83 turning on power 49 U USB-compatible printer 81 user password, deleting 148 user password, setting 147 using a microphone 135 computer lock 94 DVDs 106 Hibernation mode 88 hot key to set a power plan 121 Memory card reader 137 optical disc drive...
... Utility 149 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 152 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 TOSHIBA Service Station 156 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TouchPad™ using 75 traveling tips 128 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 174 external keyboard 166 keyboard 166 optical disc drive 169 turning off computer 83 computer more quickly 86 options 83 turning on power 49 U USB-compatible printer 81 user password, deleting 148 user password, setting 147 using a microphone 135 computer lock 94 DVDs 106 Hibernation mode 88 hot key to set a power plan 121 Memory card reader 137 optical disc drive...