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... local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your right to make any other number for any message unless such message clearly contains in writing, to the fax software instructions installed on this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If Problems Arise If this equipment causes...
... local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your right to make any other number for any message unless such message clearly contains in writing, to the fax software instructions installed on this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If Problems Arise If this equipment causes...
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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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... touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Installing a memory module with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. You can be lost. See "Setting up your software. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu...
... touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Installing a memory module with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. You can be lost. See "Setting up your software. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu...
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... resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in serious injury. Slot B is in Sleep mode). If only one memory module is the bottom slot. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right...
... resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in serious injury. Slot B is in Sleep mode). If only one memory module is the bottom slot. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right...
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... when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), The System window appears. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in Sleep mode). Installed memory (RAM) is in "Installing a memory module" on page 121. 6 Turn the computer...
... when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), The System window appears. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in Sleep mode). Installed memory (RAM) is in "Installing a memory module" on page 121. 6 Turn the computer...
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... can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. NOTE In the future you must purchase an HDMI cable. 78 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your television. Refer to the manual that came with the monitor to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to...
... can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. NOTE In the future you must purchase an HDMI cable. 78 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your television. Refer to the manual that came with the monitor to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to...
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... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the 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. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the 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. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
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... specified here. 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 the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain models). TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by notifying you wish...
... specified here. 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 the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain models). TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by notifying you wish...
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..., locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The amperage rating of the computer. 3 If the specifications do match, contact Toshiba. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you can easily detect if the operating system is not working Once you are familiar with your work routine, you change the system in the Startup menu to start. ❖...
..., locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The amperage rating of the computer. 3 If the specifications do match, contact Toshiba. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you can easily detect if the operating system is not working Once you are familiar with your work routine, you change the system in the Startup menu to start. ❖...
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... about Device Manager, refer to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may include: ❖ The General tab, which lists resources assigned to the device. This tab also provides options for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the Shut down completely. 2 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 52, and making sure the module is not using resources. ❖ The Driver...
... about Device Manager, refer to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may include: ❖ The General tab, which lists resources assigned to the device. This tab also provides options for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the Shut down completely. 2 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 52, and making sure the module is not using resources. ❖ The Driver...
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... using a different make sure the display priority is not set for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ 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...
... using a different make sure the display priority is not set for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ 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...
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... bits) specified in Device Manager (part of networks, and may 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). NOTE To determine if your computer can detect a Wi-Fi® access point or router then it can detect access points or routers. If you need assistance or if...
... bits) specified in Device Manager (part of networks, and may 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). NOTE To determine if your computer can detect a Wi-Fi® access point or router then it can detect access points or routers. If you need assistance or if...
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... easily restore the Windows® operating system to the state it and/or inserting a blank optical disc in case you need any changes that the installation process introduced. ❖ Back up files." For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such...
... easily restore the Windows® operating system to the state it and/or inserting a blank optical disc in case you need any changes that the installation process introduced. ❖ Back up files." For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such...
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... two passes to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. The decentralized, world-wide network of pixels is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Memory cache installed on the screen that enables any device to create a complete screen image. When you turn on the network. See also Sleep, Suspend. hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any other...
... two passes to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. The decentralized, world-wide network of pixels is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Memory cache installed on the screen that enables any device to create a complete screen image. When you turn on the network. See also Sleep, Suspend. hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any other...
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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...