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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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... top slot. 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 may also be hot. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be hot. The surrounding area may damage the computer, the module, or both. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in Slot A. Installing a memory module...
... top slot. 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 may also be hot. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be hot. The surrounding area may damage the computer, the module, or both. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed in Slot A. Installing a memory module...
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... the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC...
... the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC...
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... 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. This is a security feature to recover your permission. The System window appears. If unsure, cancel and try again. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of...
... 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. This is a security feature to recover your permission. The System window appears. If unsure, cancel and try again. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of...
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.... Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for C640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you do not let the Windows® operating system shut down normally, details such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. Turning off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is reading from the Internet...
.... Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for C640 Series (Sample Illustration) Keyboard for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you do not let the Windows® operating system shut down normally, details such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. Turning off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is reading from the Internet...
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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. 148 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears...
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. 148 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears...
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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 the Startup menu to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems...
... 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 the Startup menu to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems...
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... key several times will advance you to choose the screen resolution. This opens the Personalization window. Choose a theme for each of the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Personalize, and then Display. 3 Adjust the screen resolution and/or color quality. You can change the display settings by the computer's internal display. Click Display and then Change display settings to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the adapter type is not set for an external monitor...
... key several times will advance you to choose the screen resolution. This opens the Personalization window. Choose a theme for each of the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Personalize, and then Display. 3 Adjust the screen resolution and/or color quality. You can change the display settings by the computer's internal display. Click Display and then Change display settings to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the adapter type is not set for an external monitor...
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... transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If, for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The other computer cannot browse to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Try making a test transmission to check this. For more advanced users. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or contact...
... transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If, for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The other computer cannot browse to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Try making a test transmission to check this. For more advanced users. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or contact...
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... using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping-The ability to create a complete screen image. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. 208 Glossary Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . hot key...
... using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping-The ability to create a complete screen image. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. 208 Glossary Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . hot key...
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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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... 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...
User Guide
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...-box state (recommended recovery method 64 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 66 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 69 Recovering to a custom size partition 72 Creating recovery DVDs/media 74 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 76 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 78 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 80 Installing drivers and applications 80 Using the touch pad 81 Adjusting touch pad settings 84 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 84 Using external display devices 85 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
...-box state (recommended recovery method 64 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 66 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 69 Recovering to a custom size partition 72 Creating recovery DVDs/media 74 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 76 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 78 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 80 Installing drivers and applications 80 Using the touch pad 81 Adjusting touch pad settings 84 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 84 Using external display devices 85 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
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... a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 130. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your...
... a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 130. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your...
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... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 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. 154 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. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 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. 154 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
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... add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is refreshed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of keys that activates a memory resident program. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. interlaced-A method 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...
... add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is refreshed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of keys that activates a memory resident program. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. interlaced-A method 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...
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...) 47 computer to a network 139 monitor 85 power cord/cable 47 power source 47 connection set up 139 cooling fan adequate ventilation 45 customize computer settings 99 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 182 desktop creating new icon 136 exploring the 135 icons 136 recycle bin 136 standard features 136 Windows® operating system 135 Device Manager fixing a problem 168 directing display output 85 disabling touch pad 84, 198 display troubleshooting 172 display devices external 85 display output settings 86 display panel opening 49 display, external
...) 47 computer to a network 139 monitor 85 power cord/cable 47 power source 47 connection set up 139 cooling fan adequate ventilation 45 customize computer settings 99 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 182 desktop creating new icon 136 exploring the 135 icons 136 recycle bin 136 standard features 136 Windows® operating system 135 Device Manager fixing a problem 168 directing display output 85 disabling touch pad 84, 198 display troubleshooting 172 display devices external 85 display output settings 86 display panel opening 49 display, external
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...battery light 47, 48 ON/OFF light 50, 94, 96, 99 Web Camera light 141 Licenses 29 lock computer, using 100 M maintaining your battery 132 manual eject hole optical disc drive 113 memory adding (optional) 52 check total memory 62 removing memory module slot cover 55 Memory card reader inserting memory media 142 removing memory media 143 using 142 memory module installation 52 inserting into socket 56 removing 59, 61 microphone using 140 monitor connecting 85 monitor problems troubleshooting 172 monitoring battery power 122 mouse installing 86 mouse utility 157 moving the computer 100 N network...
...battery light 47, 48 ON/OFF light 50, 94, 96, 99 Web Camera light 141 Licenses 29 lock computer, using 100 M maintaining your battery 132 manual eject hole optical disc drive 113 memory adding (optional) 52 check total memory 62 removing memory module slot cover 55 Memory card reader inserting memory media 142 removing memory media 143 using 142 memory module installation 52 inserting into socket 56 removing 59, 61 microphone using 140 monitor connecting 85 monitor problems troubleshooting 172 monitoring battery power 122 mouse installing 86 mouse utility 157 moving the computer 100 N network...