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... to make changes in a margin at (949) 859-4273. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to allow you believe it can. If Problems Arise If this equipment, for information. Also, you will give you notice, in advance that you with the best service it is necessary. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support Center...
... to make changes in a margin at (949) 859-4273. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to allow you believe it can. If Problems Arise If this equipment, for information. Also, you will give you notice, in advance that you with the best service it is necessary. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support Center...
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... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 70 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 72 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 73 Installing drivers and applications 74 Using the TouchPad 74 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 76 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 77 Using external display devices 77 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 79 Adjusting the quality of the external display......80 Using an external keyboard 80 Using a mouse...
... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 70 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 72 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 73 Installing drivers and applications 74 Using the TouchPad 74 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 76 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 77 Using external display devices 77 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 79 Adjusting the quality of the external display......80 Using an external keyboard 80 Using a mouse...
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... memory media 138 Removing memory media 138 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 139 Chapter 5: Utilities 140 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Connect 142 Secure 143 Protect & Fix 144 Optimize 145 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 Setting passwords 147 Using an instant password 147 Using a supervisor password 148 Using a user password 149 Deleting a user password 150 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........153 Mouse Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TOSHIBA Button Support...
... memory media 138 Removing memory media 138 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 139 Chapter 5: Utilities 140 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Connect 142 Secure 143 Protect & Fix 144 Optimize 145 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 Setting passwords 147 Using an instant password 147 Using a supervisor password 148 Using a user password 149 Deleting a user password 150 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........153 Mouse Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TOSHIBA Button Support...
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... today's popular applications. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. The surrounding area may want to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that...
... today's popular applications. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. The surrounding area may want to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Before you use a small Phillips screwdriver that...
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... a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to be installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Back of computer Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 Slot A Slot...
... a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to be installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Back of computer Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 Slot A Slot...
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... operate your computer and AC adaptor have at the base of the computer. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. Always make sure your computer on a hard flat surface. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet...
... operate your computer and AC adaptor have at the base of the computer. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. Always make sure your computer on a hard flat surface. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet...
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... Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the manual that came with your computer) to the HDMI Out port on the external device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need to install new software. 2 Connect...
... Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the manual that came with your computer) to the HDMI Out port on the external device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need to install new software. 2 Connect...
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... 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. 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. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
... 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. 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. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
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.... Doing so will alert you when updates are available, and you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is not limited to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of residence (e.g., European Union...
.... Doing so will alert you when updates are available, and you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is not limited to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of residence (e.g., European Union...
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... to fix the problem. The voltage level must be equal to or greater than that shipped with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your computer. If the battery light is blinking when the computer is on page 190. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in the Startup menu to start. ❖ The operating system...
... to fix the problem. The voltage level must be equal to or greater than that shipped with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your computer. If the battery light is blinking when the computer is on page 190. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in the Startup menu to start. ❖ The operating system...
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... device. If Something Goes Wrong Memory problems 173 Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to be hardware or even software related. To check a device's properties: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then under System, click Device Manager. 2 To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type. 3 To view the properties, double-click the device. The operating system displays the device Properties dialog box, which displays the drivers being used by the device...
... device. If Something Goes Wrong Memory problems 173 Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to be hardware or even software related. To check a device's properties: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then under System, click Device Manager. 2 To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type. 3 To view the properties, double-click the device. The operating system displays the device Properties dialog box, which displays the drivers being used by the device...
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.... Click Display and then Change display settings to its previous setting. Display Auto Off may have gone into a working . If you have registered a password, press any key to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. The screen reactivates and allows you to activate the screen. This opens the Personalization window. You may be defective or incompatible with the secondary control button...
.... Click Display and then Change display settings to its previous setting. Display Auto Off may have gone into a working . If you have registered a password, press any key to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. The screen reactivates and allows you to activate the screen. This opens the Personalization window. You may be defective or incompatible with the secondary control button...
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... be for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of the Windows® Control Panel, System and Security). Connect a telephone handset to the line to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or contact...
... be for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of the Windows® Control Panel, System and Security). Connect a telephone handset to the line to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. 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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... backup target by connecting it was in the drive. 2 Click Start. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click Back up files." 188 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits from them (available on certain models). If anything , use the System Restore utility to the installation, undoing any files from optical discs. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software...
... backup target by connecting it was in the drive. 2 Click Start. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click Back up files." 188 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits from them (available on certain models). If anything , use the System Restore utility to the installation, undoing any files from optical discs. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software...
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... many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. Interlaced monitors take two passes to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. A group of keys that represents a function, file, or program. hot swapping - I icon - When you use to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . See also Sleep, Suspend. K keyboard shortcut - LAN (local area network) - See...
... many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. Interlaced monitors take two passes to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. A group of keys that represents a function, file, or program. hot swapping - I icon - When you use to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . See also Sleep, Suspend. K keyboard shortcut - LAN (local area network) - See...
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... changing 119 charge indicator light 48, 113 charge not lasting 175 charging 48, 112 conserving power 116 disposal 124 installing 119, 121 low charge 115 maintaining 123 monitoring power 48, 113 not charging 174 notifications 116 power plan 199 power plan hot key 118 real-time clock (RTC) 110, 112 remaining power 115 removing 120 safety precautions 122 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 128 buttons eject, optical drive 103 Media control buttons 104 C Call2Recycle™ battery 125 changing...
... changing 119 charge indicator light 48, 113 charge not lasting 175 charging 48, 112 conserving power 116 disposal 124 installing 119, 121 low charge 115 maintaining 123 monitoring power 48, 113 not charging 174 notifications 116 power plan 199 power plan hot key 118 real-time clock (RTC) 110, 112 remaining power 115 removing 120 safety precautions 122 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 128 buttons eject, optical drive 103 Media control buttons 104 C Call2Recycle™ battery 125 changing...
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.../trouble accessing a drive 177 running slow 178 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 179 cannot read a diskette 179 display does not look normal/flickers 176 external monitor not working 177 display device connecting 77 external 77 display output settings 79 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 176 display, external adjusting 80 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 124 DVD using 102 DVD player general problems 184 E eject button optical drive 103 eject, optical drive 103 ENERGY STAR® 37 error...
.../trouble accessing a drive 177 running slow 178 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 179 cannot read a diskette 179 display does not look normal/flickers 176 external monitor not working 177 display device connecting 77 external 77 display output settings 79 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 176 display, external adjusting 80 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 124 DVD using 102 DVD player general problems 184 E eject button optical drive 103 eject, optical drive 103 ENERGY STAR® 37 error...
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... keys 95 function keys 96 H HDMI™ Out Port 77 headphones using 135 Help and Support Windows® operating system 172 Hibernation mode 82 configuring 86 hot key 201 starting again from 88 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 205 disabling or enabling wireless devices 204 display brightness 203 Hibernation mode 201 keyboard overlays 207 Lock (Instant security) 198 Output (Display switch) 202 power plan 199 Sleep mode 200 volume mute 197 Zoom (Display resolution) 206 zooming in 207 zooming out 207 Hot Key Cards 193 Hot key functions 197 hot key power...
... keys 95 function keys 96 H HDMI™ Out Port 77 headphones using 135 Help and Support Windows® operating system 172 Hibernation mode 82 configuring 86 hot key 201 starting again from 88 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 205 disabling or enabling wireless devices 204 display brightness 203 Hibernation mode 201 keyboard overlays 207 Lock (Instant security) 198 Output (Display switch) 202 power plan 199 Sleep mode 200 volume mute 197 Zoom (Display resolution) 206 zooming in 207 zooming out 207 Hot Key Cards 193 Hot key functions 197 hot key power...
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... features 109 problem solving 174 turning on 50 power button 50 power plan hot key 118 power plans 117 power source connecting 47 powering down using Hibernate 86 using Sleep 88 precautions 43 printer connecting 80 problem solving 181 printing a file 100 problem solving AC power 174 accessing disk drives 168 battery charge does not last 175 battery not charging 174 cannot insert diskette in drive 179 cannot read a diskette 179 changing display properties 177 checking device properties 173...
... features 109 problem solving 174 turning on 50 power button 50 power plan hot key 118 power plans 117 power source connecting 47 powering down using Hibernate 86 using Sleep 88 precautions 43 printer connecting 80 problem solving 181 printing a file 100 problem solving AC power 174 accessing disk drives 168 battery charge does not last 175 battery not charging 174 cannot insert diskette in drive 179 cannot read a diskette 179 changing display properties 177 checking device properties 173...
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...; Start menu 97 starting up the computer from Shut down 86 from Sleep 91 Startup menu problem solving 171 supervisor password, deleting 149 supervisor password, set up 148 T taskbar 128 telephone line connecting to modem 130 television adjusting display 80 connecting 77 Toshiba registering computer 51 worldwide offices 191 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA eco power plan Using 119 TOSHIBA eco Utility 160 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup...
...; Start menu 97 starting up the computer from Shut down 86 from Sleep 91 Startup menu problem solving 171 supervisor password, deleting 149 supervisor password, set up 148 T taskbar 128 telephone line connecting to modem 130 television adjusting display 80 connecting 77 Toshiba registering computer 51 worldwide offices 191 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA eco power plan Using 119 TOSHIBA eco Utility 160 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup...