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... (recommended recovery method 55 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 57 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 60 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Creating recovery media 65 Restoring from recovery media 67 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 69 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 71 Installing drivers and applications 71 Using the touch pad 72 Adjusting touch pad settings 75 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 75 Connecting an external device 76 Using external display devices 76 Selecting video cables 77
... (recommended recovery method 55 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 57 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 60 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Creating recovery media 65 Restoring from recovery media 67 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 69 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 71 Installing drivers and applications 71 Using the touch pad 72 Adjusting touch pad settings 75 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 75 Connecting an external device 76 Using external display devices 76 Selecting video cables 77
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... 117 Connect 118 Secure 119 Protect & Fix 120 Optimize 121 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 Setting passwords 123 Using a supervisor password 123 Using a user password 125 Deleting a user password 125 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 126 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 127 Mouse Utility 128 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 129 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 130 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 130 USB Sleep and Charge 130 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......132 Power supply mode settings 132 TOSHIBA Accessibility 133 TOSHIBA Service Station...
... 117 Connect 118 Secure 119 Protect & Fix 120 Optimize 121 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 Setting passwords 123 Using a supervisor password 123 Using a user password 125 Deleting a user password 125 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 126 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 127 Mouse Utility 128 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 129 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 130 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 130 USB Sleep and Charge 130 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......132 Power supply mode settings 132 TOSHIBA Accessibility 133 TOSHIBA Service Station...
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... basic procedures needed to find specific information. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. For the most up-to change without notice. While Toshiba has...
... basic procedures needed to find specific information. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. For the most up-to change without notice. While Toshiba has...
User Guide
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NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 44. Failure to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on may want to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. You can be lost. The surrounding area may be hot. See "Setting up your system...
NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on page 44. Failure to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on may want to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. You can be lost. The surrounding area may be hot. See "Setting up your system...
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Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) cutouts in the side of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. The memory module should be installed in place. Make sure to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Back of the module. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 103. 16 Turn the...
Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) cutouts in the side of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. The memory module should be installed in place. Make sure to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Back of the module. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 103. 16 Turn the...
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... including those located at the underside of computer Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Slot B Back of...
... including those located at the underside of computer Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Slot B Back of...
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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 page 55. This option recovers the factory default software, while the computer attempts to this : ❖ Click the Start button, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. To do this computer?" Getting Started 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer...
... 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. This option recovers the factory default software, while the computer attempts to this : ❖ Click the Start button, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. To do this computer?" Getting Started 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer...
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... first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your HDMI or RGB port please refer to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the external device (if applicable). 76 Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on your computer. Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described...
... first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your HDMI or RGB port please refer to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on the external device (if applicable). 76 Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on your computer. Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described...
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... to your television or display device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Getting Started 77 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the cable to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Directing the display output when you turn on . Refer to the manual that came with your...
... to your television or display device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Getting Started 77 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the cable to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Directing the display output when you turn on . Refer to the manual that came with your...
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... learn more about this utility and what it offers: ❖ Setting up a Face Recognition account ❖ Registering a user image ❖ Updating a user image ❖ Changing a user image ❖ Deleting a user image ❖ Configuring Settings ❖ Authentication Functions Please note that the face recognition utility will be completely secure or error-free. 126 Utilities TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to the likeness of...
... learn more about this utility and what it offers: ❖ Setting up a Face Recognition account ❖ Registering a user image ❖ Updating a user image ❖ Changing a user image ❖ Deleting a user image ❖ Configuring Settings ❖ Authentication Functions Please note that the face recognition utility will be completely secure or error-free. 126 Utilities TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to the likeness of...
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... turn the computer on your selection. The TOSHIBA Accessibility window appears. 2 Check the Use Fn-StickyKey box. 3 Put a check mark next to activate the hot key function. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Accessibility window To use a different charging device. TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you can press it once, release it, and then press a function key to the desired option. 4 Click OK. Utilities TOSHIBA Accessibility 133 NOTE With certain external devices, the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work no matter which charging mode...
... turn the computer on your selection. The TOSHIBA Accessibility window appears. 2 Check the Use Fn-StickyKey box. 3 Put a check mark next to activate the hot key function. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Accessibility window To use a different charging device. TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you can press it once, release it, and then press a function key to the desired option. 4 Click OK. Utilities TOSHIBA Accessibility 133 NOTE With certain external devices, the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work no matter which charging mode...
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..., use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. See your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when 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...
..., use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. See your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when 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...
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... you are using a different make sure the display priority is blank. If you through the display options. If this , press F4. Press any key to update your keyboard driver. You may be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to the documentation that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press...
... you are using a different make sure the display priority is blank. If you through the display options. If this , press F4. Press any key to update your keyboard driver. You may be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to the documentation that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press...
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... on-screen instructions to back up your data or your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on battery power. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your important files to optical disc drives, or hard drives. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models...
... on-screen instructions to back up your data or your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on battery power. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your important files to optical disc drives, or hard drives. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models...
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... displayed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also World Wide Web. 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 using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also Sleep, Suspend. internal device...
... displayed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also World Wide Web. 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 using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also Sleep, Suspend. internal device...
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... power light 40 accessing network 112 adding memory check total memory 53 memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 44 adequate ventilation cooling fan 39 adjusting touch pad settings 75 audio features 112 B backing up files 82, 85 battery battery life 93 Call2Recycle™ 106 care 104, 105 changing 101 charge indicator light 42 charge time 94 charger 94 charging 43, 94 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 95 conserving power 99 determine remaining power 97 disposal 105 indicator light 97 installation...
... power light 40 accessing network 112 adding memory check total memory 53 memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 44 adequate ventilation cooling fan 39 adjusting touch pad settings 75 audio features 112 B backing up files 82, 85 battery battery life 93 Call2Recycle™ 106 care 104, 105 changing 101 charge indicator light 42 charge time 94 charger 94 charging 43, 94 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 95 conserving power 99 determine remaining power 97 disposal 105 indicator light 97 installation...
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... monitor 77 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 154 desktop creating new icon 109 exploring the 108 icons 109 recycle bin 109 standard features 109 Windows® operating system 108 Device Manager fixing a problem 141 directing display output 77 disabling touch pad 75, 164 display troubleshooting 145 display devices external 76 display output settings 78 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 20 disposing of used batteries 105 DVD removing...
... monitor 77 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 154 desktop creating new icon 109 exploring the 108 icons 109 recycle bin 109 standard features 109 Windows® operating system 108 Device Manager fixing a problem 141 directing display output 77 disabling touch pad 75, 164 display troubleshooting 145 display devices external 76 display output settings 78 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 20 disposing of used batteries 105 DVD removing...
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... using 113 Help and Support troubleshooting 140 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 166 display brightness 162 keyboard overlays 165 Lock (Instant security) 162 Output (Display switch) 163 volume mute 162 Zoom (Display resolution) 167 zooming in 165 zooming out 165 Hot Key Cards 160 Hot key functions 161 I icon desktop 109 moving to desktop 109 recycle bin 109 safety 30 installation memory module 45 installing a charged battery 103 battery 101 memory modules 45 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 33 internal storage drive recovery 53 K keyboard...
... using 113 Help and Support troubleshooting 140 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 166 display brightness 162 keyboard overlays 165 Lock (Instant security) 162 Output (Display switch) 163 volume mute 162 Zoom (Display resolution) 167 zooming in 165 zooming out 165 Hot Key Cards 160 Hot key functions 161 I icon desktop 109 moving to desktop 109 recycle bin 109 safety 30 installation memory module 45 installing a charged battery 103 battery 101 memory modules 45 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 33 internal storage drive recovery 53 K keyboard...
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.../cable connectors 168 energy-saving features 92 power management 94 optimum performance 94 power plans selecting power plan options 100 power saving options 99 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 148 problem solving contacting Toshiba 158 Startup options 139 program, starting 84 program, starting from Start menu 85 projector connecting 77 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 93 recording sounds 112 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 71 creating recovery media 65 erasing internal storage drive 69 installing drivers and applications 71 internal...
.../cable connectors 168 energy-saving features 92 power management 94 optimum performance 94 power plans selecting power plan options 100 power saving options 99 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 148 problem solving contacting Toshiba 158 Startup options 139 program, starting 84 program, starting from Start menu 85 projector connecting 77 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 93 recording sounds 112 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 71 creating recovery media 65 erasing internal storage drive 69 installing drivers and applications 71 internal...
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... Utility 127 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Service Station 134 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 130 touch pad using 72 traveling tips 107 troubleshooting 144 AC power light is blinking 137 battery light is blinking 138 bookmarked site not found 140 checking device properties 141 computer will not start 136 contacting Toshiba 157 corrupted/damaged data files 147 data/entire system backup 154 Device Manager 141 Disk Defragmenter 146 display error message 145 display problems screen is blank 144 DVD player 151 eject button...
... Utility 127 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Service Station 134 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 130 touch pad using 72 traveling tips 107 troubleshooting 144 AC power light is blinking 137 battery light is blinking 138 bookmarked site not found 140 checking device properties 141 computer will not start 136 contacting Toshiba 157 corrupted/damaged data files 147 data/entire system backup 154 Device Manager 141 Disk Defragmenter 146 display error message 145 display problems screen is blank 144 DVD player 151 eject button...