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Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 52 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory... recovery method 62 Recovering to a custom size partition 64 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery media 69 Restoring from recovery media 70 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 72 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 74 Installing drivers and applications 74 Using...
Contents 31 Turning on the power 50 Setting up your software 51 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding optional external devices 52 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory... recovery method 62 Recovering to a custom size partition 64 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery media 69 Restoring from recovery media 70 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 72 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 74 Installing drivers and applications 74 Using...
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... Windows® Explorer ...97 Starting a program using the Start Search field 98 Saving your work 98 Printing your work 100 Backing up your work 101 Restoring your work 102 Using the optical drive 102 Optical drive components 103 Media control buttons 103 Inserting an optical disc 104 Playing an audio CD... media 106 Recording optical media 106 Removing a disc with the computer on...........107 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........107 Caring for optical discs 108 Toshiba's online resources 108
... Windows® Explorer ...97 Starting a program using the Start Search field 98 Saving your work 98 Printing your work 100 Backing up your work 101 Restoring your work 102 Using the optical drive 102 Optical drive components 103 Media control buttons 103 Inserting an optical disc 104 Playing an audio CD... media 106 Recording optical media 106 Removing a disc with the computer on...........107 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........107 Caring for optical discs 108 Toshiba's online resources 108
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...permission. The following internal storage drive recovery options are deleted. otherwise, click Cancel. See "Creating recovery media" on page 69 and "Restoring from recovery media" on page 62. This option allows you to its out-of -box state (recommended recovery method)" on page 70...This option recovers just your C: drive, leaving any other changing the internal partitions you may have created (for the C: partition and then restores your C: drive to its outof-box state. (Recommended recovery method) Recover to a custom size partition See "Recovering to perform the ...
...permission. The following internal storage drive recovery options are deleted. otherwise, click Cancel. See "Creating recovery media" on page 69 and "Restoring from recovery media" on page 62. This option allows you to its out-of -box state (recommended recovery method)" on page 70...This option recovers just your C: drive, leaving any other changing the internal partitions you may have created (for the C: partition and then restores your C: drive to its outof-box state. (Recommended recovery method) Recover to a custom size partition See "Recovering to perform the ...
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.... To recover using the second method, see "Creating recovery media" on page 69. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of erasing your internal storage drive, without restoring the information on the drive. Be sure to save your work to external media before using the utilities... power source via the AC adaptor. To recover the original factory image using your system for more information on creating recovery media, see "Restoring from recovery media" on page 70. See "Erasing the Internal Storage Drive" on page 72 for the first time. 62 Getting Started ...
.... To recover using the second method, see "Creating recovery media" on page 69. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of erasing your internal storage drive, without restoring the information on the drive. Be sure to save your work to external media before using the utilities... power source via the AC adaptor. To recover the original factory image using your system for more information on creating recovery media, see "Restoring from recovery media" on page 70. See "Erasing the Internal Storage Drive" on page 72 for the first time. 62 Getting Started ...
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To recover using the second method, see "Restoring from recovery media" on your computer's internal storage drive or using the utilities on the computer. 3 If your system offers a choice of -box state, and ... computer is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 65 The "Recover to a custom size partition" option restores your C: drive to its out-of Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time. Click Yes to specify...
To recover using the second method, see "Restoring from recovery media" on your computer's internal storage drive or using the utilities on the computer. 3 If your system offers a choice of -box state, and ... computer is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 65 The "Recover to a custom size partition" option restores your C: drive to its out-of Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at this time. Click Yes to specify...
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To recover using the second method, see "Restoring from recovery media" on page 70. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that your work to external media before executing the recovery. Recovering ...
To recover using the second method, see "Restoring from recovery media" on page 70. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that your work to external media before executing the recovery. Recovering ...
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...Be sure to save your internal storage drive. 70 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive To create recovery DVDs: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Recovery, and then Recovery Disc Creator. 2 Select DVD (to create Recovery media on DVD). 3 Select the items you have created with the ...know in which order to insert the discs during recovery. 6 Follow the on page 70. For instructions on creating recovery media, see "Restoring from your internal storage drive or if you create your recovery DVD set, be connected to complete the copy process. For information on ...
...Be sure to save your internal storage drive. 70 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive To create recovery DVDs: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Recovery, and then Recovery Disc Creator. 2 Select DVD (to create Recovery media on DVD). 3 Select the items you have created with the ...know in which order to insert the discs during recovery. 6 Follow the on page 70. For instructions on creating recovery media, see "Restoring from your internal storage drive or if you create your recovery DVD set, be connected to complete the copy process. For information on ...
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... a message displays, indicating that displays and then click Yes to continue. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your data to restore the internal storage drive, use one of the recovery options instead of erasing the drive. Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Erasing the internal ...storage drive will 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. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your system offers ...
... a message displays, indicating that displays and then click Yes to continue. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your data to restore the internal storage drive, use one of the recovery options instead of erasing the drive. Erasing the Internal Storage Drive Erasing the internal ...storage drive will 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. ❖ To access the Recovery Wizard on your system offers ...
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...; To move the cursor with your computer. 74 Getting Started Checking the internal storage drive operating status Checking the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your hard disk drive, you can check its status as follows: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. ... to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with the stroke of a finger. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you to display its status in the lower portion of the screen.
...; To move the cursor with your computer. 74 Getting Started Checking the internal storage drive operating status Checking the internal storage drive operating status After restoring your hard disk drive, you can check its status as follows: 1 Click Start. 2 Right-click Computer. 3 Select Manage. 4 Click Disk Management. ... to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with the stroke of a finger. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you to display its status in the lower portion of the screen.
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..., multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. 102 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your internal storage drive, use the DVD Player software that came with an optical drive. On... the fourth change regions four times. TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program prompts you if you play DVDs from that already exists on AC power. NOTE For optimum DVD performance, it...
..., multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. 102 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your internal storage drive, use the DVD Player software that came with an optical drive. On... the fourth change regions four times. TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program prompts you if you play DVDs from that already exists on AC power. NOTE For optimum DVD performance, it...
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... ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640x480) ❖ 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 highlight each...
... ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640x480) ❖ 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 highlight each...
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... with the computer. It is very difficult to provide a fail-safe set of these features to protect yourself from much more difficult and time-consuming restoration procedures, and to diskette on your internal storage drive. 190 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits On a regular basis, back up all files...
... with the computer. It is very difficult to provide a fail-safe set of these features to protect yourself from much more difficult and time-consuming restoration procedures, and to diskette on your internal storage drive. 190 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits On a regular basis, back up all files...
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...time, you can easily select a previously established Control Point to 'turn back the clock,' restoring the Windows® operating system to create a Restore Point using the saved Restore Point. If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 191 Saving system configuration with the current...re-establish your mind. To do this: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and then System Restore. 2 Click Next. 3 A list of previously created Restore Points displays, showing the timestamp and description of the System Properties window appears. 3 Click Create. 4 In the ...
...time, you can easily select a previously established Control Point to 'turn back the clock,' restoring the Windows® operating system to create a Restore Point using the saved Restore Point. If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 191 Saving system configuration with the current...re-establish your mind. To do this: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and then System Restore. 2 Click Next. 3 A list of previously created Restore Points displays, showing the timestamp and description of the System Properties window appears. 3 Click Create. 4 In the ...
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... 4. 6 Close all programs and save all open files. 7 Click Finish, and then Yes to begin the system restore. 8 Your Windows® operating system configuration will now be restored to the state it and/or inserting a blank optical disc in the drive. The utility displays the timestamp and description... then the computer will be a recent backup of the optical drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can make the data inaccessible or even destroy it, the next most valuable component of the selected Restore Point. 5 Verify that you want to (or 'burn') as well as read ...
... 4. 6 Close all programs and save all open files. 7 Click Finish, and then Yes to begin the system restore. 8 Your Windows® operating system configuration will now be restored to the state it and/or inserting a blank optical disc in the drive. The utility displays the timestamp and description... then the computer will be a recent backup of the optical drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can make the data inaccessible or even destroy it, the next most valuable component of the selected Restore Point. 5 Verify that you want to (or 'burn') as well as read ...
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... up files or Back up ." It is connected first, it was in prior to complete the installation successfully. If anything , use the System Restore utility to the computer. If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 193 2 Click Start. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click System and Maintenance....setting up a scheduled backup that accompany the hardware or software. Before installing anything goes wrong, you will then be able to easily restore the Windows® operating system to the state it may be performed periodically, and will only include the changes made since the last ...
... up files or Back up ." It is connected first, it was in prior to complete the installation successfully. If anything , use the System Restore utility to the computer. If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 193 2 Click Start. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click System and Maintenance....setting up a scheduled backup that accompany the hardware or software. Before installing anything goes wrong, you will then be able to easily restore the Windows® operating system to the state it may be performed periodically, and will only include the changes made since the last ...
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... and external power source, read the documentation that the installation utility left behind. ❖ Do one at a time, creating Restore Points immediately before each additional hardware or software item, repeat these steps, starting at a time. This will clean up critical data. 2 Create... a Restore Point. 3 Install one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart the Windows® operating system. 5 Use the new hardware or software for...
... and external power source, read the documentation that the installation utility left behind. ❖ Do one at a time, creating Restore Points immediately before each additional hardware or software item, repeat these steps, starting at a time. This will clean up critical data. 2 Create... a Restore Point. 3 Install one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart the Windows® operating system. 5 Use the new hardware or software for...
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... RGB port 76 external display, adjusting 78 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 182 file extensions 100 file, backing up 93 files backing up 101 printing 100 restoring 102 saving 98 Fn keys 95 function keys 95 H hardware conflicts 175 resolving 176 HDMI™ Out Port 75 headphones using 135 Help and Support...
... RGB port 76 external display, adjusting 78 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 182 file extensions 100 file, backing up 93 files backing up 101 printing 100 restoring 102 saving 98 Fn keys 95 function keys 95 H hardware conflicts 175 resolving 176 HDMI™ Out Port 75 headphones using 135 Help and Support...