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... problem is necessary. If trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. If Problems Arise If this computer. If the equipment is experienced with the FCC if you to make changes in a margin at (949) 859-4273. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support...
... problem is necessary. If trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. If Problems Arise If this computer. If the equipment is experienced with the FCC if you to make changes in a margin at (949) 859-4273. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support...
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... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 66 Creating recovery DVDs/media 68 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 69 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 71 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 72 Installing drivers and applications 73 Using the TouchPad 73 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 75 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 76 Using external display devices 76 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 78 Adjusting the quality of the external display......79 Using an external keyboard 79 Using a mouse...
... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 66 Creating recovery DVDs/media 68 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 69 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 71 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 72 Installing drivers and applications 73 Using the TouchPad 73 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 75 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 76 Using external display devices 76 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 78 Adjusting the quality of the external display......79 Using an external keyboard 79 Using a mouse...
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...134 Using the Web Camera 135 Using the Memory card reader 136 Inserting memory media 136 Removing memory media 137 Chapter 5: Utilities 138 TOSHIBA Assist 139 Connect 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...
...134 Using the Web Camera 135 Using the Memory card reader 136 Inserting memory media 136 Removing memory media 137 Chapter 5: Utilities 138 TOSHIBA Assist 139 Connect 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...
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... the computer, the module, or both. You will be hot. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" 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 surrounding area...
... the computer, the module, or both. You will be hot. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" 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 surrounding area...
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... remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw that you can damage the memory module. Back of the computer. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover...
... remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw that you can damage the memory module. Back of the computer. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover...
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... 52 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Checking total memory" on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). You can now continue setting up . When the operating system has loaded, you need to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Overheating...
... 52 to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Checking total memory" on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). You can now continue setting up . When the operating system has loaded, you need to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Overheating...
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... the main battery. The System window appears. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. To do this: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
... the main battery. The System window appears. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. To do this: ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work.
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... the manual that came with your computer) to the HDMI Out port on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. NOTE In the future you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to...
... the manual that came with your computer) to the HDMI Out port on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. NOTE In the future you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to...
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... 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. 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...
... 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. 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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... updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is used to install the updates if you switch between locations and communication networks. Then perform any of utilities that makes it easy to start ConfigFree®, be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection. The ConfigFree utilities include the following steps: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, ConfigFree, and then click the desired utility. For more information, see "Profile Settings...
... updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is used to install the updates if you switch between locations and communication networks. Then perform any of utilities that makes it easy to start ConfigFree®, be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection. The ConfigFree utilities include the following steps: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, ConfigFree, and then click the desired utility. For more information, see "Profile Settings...
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... your computer model. The battery light is blinking when the computer is on page 184. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an AC adaptor that is rated for your work routine, you are familiar with your computer. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in the Startup menu to or...
... your computer model. The battery light is blinking when the computer is on page 184. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an AC adaptor that is rated for your work routine, you are familiar with your computer. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in the Startup menu to or...
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.../cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check 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 Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. This opens the Personalization window. A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that is supported...
.../cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check 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 Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. This opens the Personalization window. A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that is supported...
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... telephone line is online, and then turn off the printer. Make sure the cable from the way they print it is firmly connected to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Contact the software manufacturer for more information regarding your program has a print preview mode. Turn the printer back on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will not print...
... telephone line is online, and then turn off the printer. Make sure the cable from the way they print it is firmly connected to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Contact the software manufacturer for more information regarding your program has a print preview mode. Turn the printer back on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will not print...
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... a recent backup of your data. If anything , use the System Restore utility to optical drives, or hard drives. Since problems with either hardware or software can write to (or 'burn') as well as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on its internal storage drive. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers...
... a recent backup of your data. If anything , use the System Restore utility to optical drives, or hard drives. Since problems with either hardware or software can write to (or 'burn') as well as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on its internal storage drive. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers...
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... that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping - interlaced - A method of refreshing a computer screen, in combination with any other on the computer again, your work is refreshed. LAN (local area network) - Internet - K keyboard shortcut - See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. Compare non-interlaced. internal device - L2 (level two) cache - See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. A feature of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key...
... that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping - interlaced - A method of refreshing a computer screen, in combination with any other on the computer again, your work is refreshed. LAN (local area network) - Internet - K keyboard shortcut - See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. Compare non-interlaced. internal device - L2 (level two) cache - See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. A feature of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key...
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... changing 118 charge indicator light 48, 112 charge not lasting 169 charging 48, 111 conserving power 115 disposal 123 installing 118, 120 low charge 114 maintaining 122 monitoring power 48, 112 not charging 169 notifications 114 power plan 193 power plan hot key 117 real-time clock (RTC) 109, 111 remaining power 113 removing 118 safety precautions 121 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 127 buttons eject, optical drive 103 C Call2Recycle™ battery 124 changing main battery...
... changing 118 charge indicator light 48, 112 charge not lasting 169 charging 48, 111 conserving power 115 disposal 123 installing 118, 120 low charge 114 maintaining 122 monitoring power 48, 112 not charging 169 notifications 114 power plan 193 power plan hot key 117 real-time clock (RTC) 109, 111 remaining power 113 removing 118 safety precautions 121 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 127 buttons eject, optical drive 103 C Call2Recycle™ battery 124 changing main battery...
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.../trouble accessing a drive 172 running slow 173 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 173 cannot read a diskette 174 display does not look normal/flickers 171 external monitor not working 172 display device connecting 77 external 76 display output settings 78 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 170 display, external adjusting 79 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 123 DVD using 102 DVD player general problems 178 E eject button optical drive 103 eject, optical drive 103 ENERGY STAR® 37 error...
.../trouble accessing a drive 172 running slow 173 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 173 cannot read a diskette 174 display does not look normal/flickers 171 external monitor not working 172 display device connecting 77 external 76 display output settings 78 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 170 display, external adjusting 79 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 123 DVD using 102 DVD player general problems 178 E eject button optical drive 103 eject, optical drive 103 ENERGY STAR® 37 error...
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... keys 94 function keys 94 H HDMI™ Out Port 76 headphones using 134 Help and Support Windows® operating system 166 Hibernation mode 81 configuring 85 hot key 195 starting again from 87 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 199 disabling or enabling wireless devices 198 display brightness 197 Hibernation mode 195 keyboard overlays 201 Lock (Instant security) 192 Output (Display switch) 196 power plan 193 Sleep mode 194 volume mute 191 Zoom (Display resolution) 200 zooming in 201 zooming out 201 Hot Key Cards 187 Hot key functions 191 hot key power...
... keys 94 function keys 94 H HDMI™ Out Port 76 headphones using 134 Help and Support Windows® operating system 166 Hibernation mode 81 configuring 85 hot key 195 starting again from 87 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 199 disabling or enabling wireless devices 198 display brightness 197 Hibernation mode 195 keyboard overlays 201 Lock (Instant security) 192 Output (Display switch) 196 power plan 193 Sleep mode 194 volume mute 191 Zoom (Display resolution) 200 zooming in 201 zooming out 201 Hot Key Cards 187 Hot key functions 191 hot key power...
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... features 108 problem solving 168 turning on 50 power button 50 power plan hot key 117 power plans 116 power source connecting 47 powering down using Hibernate 85 using Sleep 87 precautions 43 printer connecting 79 problem solving 175, 176 printing a file 100 problem solving AC power 169 accessing disk drives 162 battery charge does not last 169 battery not charging 169 cannot insert diskette in drive 173 cannot read a diskette 174 changing display properties 171 checking device properties...
... features 108 problem solving 168 turning on 50 power button 50 power plan hot key 117 power plans 116 power source connecting 47 powering down using Hibernate 85 using Sleep 87 precautions 43 printer connecting 79 problem solving 175, 176 printing a file 100 problem solving AC power 169 accessing disk drives 162 battery charge does not last 169 battery not charging 169 cannot insert diskette in drive 173 cannot read a diskette 174 changing display properties 171 checking device properties...
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... television adjusting display 79 connecting 77 Toshiba registering computer 51 worldwide offices 185 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer 144 TOSHIBA Assist 139 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 149 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 152 Toshiba online resources 107 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 TOSHIBA Service Station 156 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 75 disabling 76 enabling 76 using 73 traveling tips 124 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 178 external keyboard 170 keyboard 170 optical drive 174 turning on...
... television adjusting display 79 connecting 77 Toshiba registering computer 51 worldwide offices 185 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer 144 TOSHIBA Assist 139 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 149 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 152 Toshiba online resources 107 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 TOSHIBA Service Station 156 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 75 disabling 76 enabling 76 using 73 traveling tips 124 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 178 external keyboard 170 keyboard 170 optical drive 174 turning on...