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30 Contents Turning on the power 49 Setting up your software 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba 50 Adding optional external devices 50 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory ...recovery method 61 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Recovering without 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 ...
30 Contents Turning on the power 49 Setting up your software 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba 50 Adding optional external devices 50 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total memory ...recovery method 61 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Recovering without 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 ...
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...; Explorer 101 Starting a program using the Search programs and files field 102 Saving your work 102 Printing your work 104 Backing up your work 105 Restoring your work 105 Using the optical disc drive 106 Optical disc drive components 106 Inserting an optical disc 107 Playing an audio CD 109 Playing...
...; Explorer 101 Starting a program using the Search programs and files field 102 Saving your work 102 Printing your work 104 Backing up your work 105 Restoring your work 105 Using the optical disc drive 106 Optical disc drive components 106 Inserting an optical disc 107 Playing an audio CD 109 Playing...
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... includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of-box state Description This option restores the original factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your computer to its out-of-box state. (Recommended recovery method) See "Recovering to time...
... includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of-box state Description This option restores the original factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your computer to its out-of-box state. (Recommended recovery method) See "Recovering to time...
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... of your internal storage drive as described in the sections below. If the recovery files on the internal storage drive, and the image can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from recovery DVDs/media" on page 73 for more information, see "Backing up your work" ... that you create recovery DVDs/media. See "Recovering without restoring the information on page 66. Also, if your original internal storage drive fails, you can be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state. ...
... of your internal storage drive as described in the sections below. If the recovery files on the internal storage drive, and the image can restore your system to a new internal storage drive from recovery DVDs/media" on page 73 for more information, see "Backing up your work" ... that you create recovery DVDs/media. See "Recovering without restoring the information on page 66. Also, if your original internal storage drive fails, you can be connected to an external power source via the AC adaptor. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state. ...
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... all information stored in those partitions. If not, skip to continue. To recover using the first method, follow the procedure below. For more information, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on page 105. Be sure to external media before executing the recovery.
... all information stored in those partitions. If not, skip to continue. To recover using the first method, follow the procedure below. For more information, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on page 105. Be sure to external media before executing the recovery.
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64 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive The "Recover to a custom size partition" option restores your C: drive to its out-of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time. To resize and recover the C: ... and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your computer's internal storage drive or using the second method, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on your system offers a choice of -box state, and allows you have created such media. To recover using recovery DVDs/media...
64 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive The "Recover to a custom size partition" option restores your C: drive to its out-of Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time. To resize and recover the C: ... and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. 3 If your computer's internal storage drive or using the second method, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on your system offers a choice of -box state, and allows you have created such media. To recover using recovery DVDs/media...
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... affecting other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those partitions will remain intact and any key on the keyboard to external media before executing the recovery (see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on the C: drive. To recover using the utilities stored on them will be connected to step 4. You can recover the C: drive...
... affecting other partitions (for example, a D: drive), those partitions will remain intact and any key on the keyboard to external media before executing the recovery (see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on the C: drive. To recover using the utilities stored on them will be connected to step 4. You can recover the C: drive...
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... from your recovery DVDs/media. If the recovery files on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process. A confirmation message displays reminding you can restore your system from your recovery DVDs/media. Also, if your original internal storage drive fails, you that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key...
... from your recovery DVDs/media. If the recovery files on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process. A confirmation message displays reminding you can restore your system from your recovery DVDs/media. Also, if your original internal storage drive fails, you that the C: drive has been recovered. 9 Press any key...
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... information, see "Backing up your computer. Follow the procedure below to use. To create recovery DVDs/media: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Recovery Media Creator. When you create recovery DVDs/media, the system will need for storing the recovery files varies by computer model. The...media you want to determine how much space you created; Any files that you created are backed up to the external media and can be restored from the drop-down lists next to "System Recovery Media" and "Application Discs," depending on the type of space required for storing your...
... information, see "Backing up your computer. Follow the procedure below to use. To create recovery DVDs/media: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Recovery Media Creator. When you create recovery DVDs/media, the system will need for storing the recovery files varies by computer model. The...media you want to determine how much space you created; Any files that you created are backed up to the external media and can be restored from the drop-down lists next to "System Recovery Media" and "Application Discs," depending on the type of space required for storing your...
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... are copying the recovery files to DVDs, be erased during recovery. NOTE If you have created with the preceding steps, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on -screen prompts to insert the discs during the process of the required minimum capacity (as specified in the...on your computer. All information stored on another storage device before executing this procedure, or use blank media. 5 Click the Create button in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility) to your external media to a USB flash drive, connect a USB flash drive of creating the recovery DVDs/media. For ...
... are copying the recovery files to DVDs, be erased during recovery. NOTE If you have created with the preceding steps, see "Restoring from recovery DVDs/media" on -screen prompts to insert the discs during the process of the required minimum capacity (as specified in the...on your computer. All information stored on another storage device before executing this procedure, or use blank media. 5 Click the Create button in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility) to your external media to a USB flash drive, connect a USB flash drive of creating the recovery DVDs/media. For ...
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... options, see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the internal storage drive. For example, if your original internal storage drive fails, you restore your system to external media using Windows® Backup or another backup program. For instructions on creating recovery DVDs/media, see "Recovering ... recovery process deletes information stored on page 68. With recovery media, you created are restored. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it is strongly recommended that you can restore your system from recovery DVDs/media: 1 Shut down and turn off your computer be...
... options, see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the internal storage drive. For example, if your original internal storage drive fails, you restore your system to external media using Windows® Backup or another backup program. For instructions on creating recovery DVDs/media, see "Recovering ... recovery process deletes information stored on page 68. With recovery media, you created are restored. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it is strongly recommended that you can restore your system from recovery DVDs/media: 1 Shut down and turn off your computer be...
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... following options on the Erase the hard disk screen: ❖ Delete all data and partitions from the internal storage drive: 1 Access the Toshiba Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive or on your recovery DVDs/media. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive...depending on the computer. Insert the first recovery DVD into your optical disc drive or connect the USB flash drive containing your data to restore the internal storage drive, use one of media you want to external media before erasing the internal storage drive. Getting Started Erasing the...
... following options on the Erase the hard disk screen: ❖ Delete all data and partitions from the internal storage drive: 1 Access the Toshiba Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive or on your recovery DVDs/media. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive...depending on the computer. Insert the first recovery DVD into your optical disc drive or connect the USB flash drive containing your data to restore the internal storage drive, use one of media you want to external media before erasing the internal storage drive. Getting Started Erasing the...
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... Management. 5 Highlight the internal storage drive in the Volume list to begin erasing the internal storage drive. Checking the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your work" on page 105) and created recovery DVDs/media (see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the internal storage drive will be lost.
... Management. 5 Highlight the internal storage drive in the Volume list to begin erasing the internal storage drive. Checking the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your work" on page 105) and created recovery DVDs/media (see "Creating recovery DVDs/media" on the internal storage drive will be lost.
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... an external hard drive. Look in the online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files. (Sample Image) Backup and Restore screen TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program prompts you if you want before overwriting the existing file. Make sure the... program preinstalled on your internal storage drive may prefer to use the Restore option in the Windows® Backup and Restore program. Learning the Basics Backing up your work 105 Backing up your work To restore information from your backup media to your internal storage drive, use a...
... an external hard drive. Look in the online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files. (Sample Image) Backup and Restore screen TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program prompts you if you want before overwriting the existing file. Make sure the... program preinstalled on your internal storage drive may prefer to use the Restore option in the Windows® Backup and Restore program. Learning the Basics Backing up your work 105 Backing up your work To restore information from your backup media to your internal storage drive, use a...
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...; 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 experience any...
...; 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 experience any...
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...than uninstalling the hardware or software, which often leaves behind unwanted files and settings. Take advantage of these steps to create a restore point using the System Restore utility: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. 2 In the left pane, click System protection.... - documents and other important files. Your ability to the installation. If you experience problems after installing some easy-to undo a restore point selection, if you learn about how the computer and its software work together. Saving system configuration with the programs and devices ...
...than uninstalling the hardware or software, which often leaves behind unwanted files and settings. Take advantage of these steps to create a restore point using the System Restore utility: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. 2 In the left pane, click System protection.... - documents and other important files. Your ability to the installation. If you experience problems after installing some easy-to undo a restore point selection, if you learn about how the computer and its software work together. Saving system configuration with the programs and devices ...
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...installed. 3 If you can re-establish your Windows® configuration using the saved restore point. The Windows® operating system creates the restore point, automatically stamps it was in when the chosen restore point was successfully created. 5 Click Close. NOTE This list may have been created... automatically by the Windows® operating system. The timestamp and description of each restore point is not, click Back to return to the previous step. 5 Close all programs and save all open files. 6 Click Finish,...
...installed. 3 If you can re-establish your Windows® configuration using the saved restore point. The Windows® operating system creates the restore point, automatically stamps it was in when the chosen restore point was successfully created. 5 Click Close. NOTE This list may have been created... automatically by the Windows® operating system. The timestamp and description of each restore point is not, click Back to return to the previous step. 5 Close all programs and save all open files. 6 Click Finish,...
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...hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows® operating system. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your back up critical data. 2 Create a restore point. 3 Install one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart the Windows® operating system. 5... (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 178). ❖ Have your entire computer with restore points" on hand in prior to the installation, undoing any changes that the installation utility left behind. ❖ Do one at ...
...hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows® operating system. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your back up critical data. 2 Create a restore point. 3 Install one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart the Windows® operating system. 5... (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 178). ❖ Have your entire computer with restore points" on hand in prior to the installation, undoing any changes that the installation utility left behind. ❖ Do one at ...
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... mouse 81 external display, adjusting 81 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 168 file extensions using 103 files backing up 95, 105 file names 103 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...
... mouse 81 external display, adjusting 81 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 168 file extensions using 103 files backing up 95, 105 file names 103 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...
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... 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 ...creating recovery DVDs/media 68 erasing internal storage drive 73 installing drivers and applications 75 internal storage drive 59 out-of-box state 61 restoring from recovery DVDs/ media 71 to custom size partition 63 without changing drive partitions 66 recycle bin icon 130 registering computer 50 removing ...
... 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 ...creating recovery DVDs/media 68 erasing internal storage drive 73 installing drivers and applications 75 internal storage drive 59 out-of-box state 61 restoring from recovery DVDs/ media 71 to custom size partition 63 without changing drive partitions 66 recycle bin icon 130 registering computer 50 removing ...