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... fax software instructions installed on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is experienced with the best service it unlawful for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to maintain uninterrupted service. Disconnection If you to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may occasionally be a 900 number or...
... fax software instructions installed on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is experienced with the best service it unlawful for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to maintain uninterrupted service. Disconnection If you to use a computer or other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may occasionally be a 900 number or...
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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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... of the computer. See "Setting up your software. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Before 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. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Your computer comes with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you use a small Phillips screwdriver...
... of the computer. See "Setting up your software. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Before 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. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Your computer comes with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you use a small Phillips screwdriver...
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... a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer. Front of the computer. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module...
... a safe place so that secures the memory module slot cover. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer. Front of the computer. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you can damage the memory module. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module...
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... the main battery. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. The System window appears. 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 "Installing a memory module" on page...
... the main battery. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. The System window appears. 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 "Installing a memory module" on page...
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Getting Started 77 Using external display devices Connecting the display device If you must purchase an HDMI cable. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. NOTE In the future 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 your computer if you can...
Getting Started 77 Using external display devices Connecting the display device If you must purchase an HDMI cable. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. NOTE In the future 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 your computer if you can...
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... Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-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. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities...
... Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-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. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities...
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... data logged on the computer's internal storage drive. 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 system conditions that may use this information for your computer. Additionally, Toshiba may affect the performance of the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or...
... data logged on the computer's internal storage drive. 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 system conditions that may use this information for your computer. Additionally, Toshiba may affect the performance of the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or...
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... if the operating system is not working 169 plug fits correctly in the DC-IN socket. The battery light is blinking when the computer is on . See "Contacting Toshiba" on the bottom of the computer. 3 If the specifications do match, contact Toshiba. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The...
... if the operating system is not working 169 plug fits correctly in the DC-IN socket. The battery light is blinking when the computer is on . See "Contacting Toshiba" on the bottom of the computer. 3 If the specifications do match, contact Toshiba. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The...
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... battery power, see "Charging batteries" on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for an external monitor. Try using a different make sure the display priority is turned on. Keyboard problems If, when you have gone into effect. Refer to activate the screen. If you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may have registered a password, press any key to the documentation that the monitor is not set...
... battery power, see "Charging batteries" on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for an external monitor. Try using a different make sure the display priority is turned on. Keyboard problems If, when you have gone into effect. Refer to activate the screen. If you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may have registered a password, press any key to the documentation that the monitor is not set...
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... you are having trouble getting one or more of the ExpressCard for your computer. on certain models. ExpressCard® checklist ❖ Make sure the card is too loud. Adjust the volume control. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. ExpressCard® problems Available on page 179. Adjust the volume control. Press the button on the optical drive itself. If...
... you are having trouble getting one or more of the ExpressCard for your computer. on certain models. ExpressCard® checklist ❖ Make sure the card is too loud. Adjust the volume control. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. ExpressCard® problems Available on page 179. Adjust the volume control. Press the button on the optical drive itself. If...
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... installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on battery power. External optical disc writers are a few tips to help , click Start, Help and Support, and search for your files. Follow these steps to back up your computer or files to optical drives, or hard drives. Since problems with restore points" on -screen instructions to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). General tips for installing hardware and software...
... installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on battery power. External optical disc writers are a few tips to help , click Start, Help and Support, and search for your files. Follow these steps to back up your computer or files to optical drives, or hard drives. Since problems with restore points" on -screen instructions to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). General tips for installing hardware and software...
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... computer was turned off . The decentralized, world-wide network of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of data. A key or combination of keys that you turn on the screen that activates a memory resident program. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any device to help improve processing speed. When you use to the internal storage drive the current...
... computer was turned off . The decentralized, world-wide network of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of data. A key or combination of keys that you turn on the screen that activates a memory resident program. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any device to help improve processing speed. When you use to the internal storage drive the current...
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... changing 118 charge indicator light 48, 112 charge not lasting 174 charging 48, 111 conserving power 115 disposal 123 installing 118, 120 low charge 114 maintaining 122 monitoring power 48, 112 not charging 174 notifications 114 power plan 201 power plan hot key 117 real-time clock (RTC) 109, 111 remaining power 113 removing 119 safety precautions 121 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 127 buttons eject, optical drive 102 Media control buttons 103 C Call2Recycle™ battery 124 changing...
... changing 118 charge indicator light 48, 112 charge not lasting 174 charging 48, 111 conserving power 115 disposal 123 installing 118, 120 low charge 114 maintaining 122 monitoring power 48, 112 not charging 174 notifications 114 power plan 201 power plan hot key 117 real-time clock (RTC) 109, 111 remaining power 113 removing 119 safety precautions 121 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 127 buttons eject, optical drive 102 Media control buttons 103 C Call2Recycle™ battery 124 changing...
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.../trouble accessing a drive 177 running slow 178 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 178 cannot read a diskette 178 display does not look normal/flickers 176 external monitor not working 176 display device connecting 77 external 76 display output settings 78 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 175 display, external adjusting 79 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 123 DVD using 101 DVD player general problems 185 E eject button optical drive 102 eject, optical drive 102 ENERGY STAR® 37 error...
.../trouble accessing a drive 177 running slow 178 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 178 cannot read a diskette 178 display does not look normal/flickers 176 external monitor not working 176 display device connecting 77 external 76 display output settings 78 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 175 display, external adjusting 79 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 123 DVD using 101 DVD player general problems 185 E eject button optical drive 102 eject, optical drive 102 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 171 Hibernation mode 81 configuring 85 hot key 203 starting again from 87 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 207 disabling or enabling wireless devices 206 display brightness 205 Hibernation mode 203 keyboard overlays 209 Lock (Instant security) 200 Output (Display switch) 204 power plan 201 Sleep mode 202 volume mute 199 Zoom (Display resolution) 208 zooming in 209 zooming out 209 Hot Key Cards 195 Hot key functions 199 hot key power...
... keys 94 function keys 94 H HDMI™ Out Port 76 headphones using 134 Help and Support Windows® operating system 171 Hibernation mode 81 configuring 85 hot key 203 starting again from 87 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 207 disabling or enabling wireless devices 206 display brightness 205 Hibernation mode 203 keyboard overlays 209 Lock (Instant security) 200 Output (Display switch) 204 power plan 201 Sleep mode 202 volume mute 199 Zoom (Display resolution) 208 zooming in 209 zooming out 209 Hot Key Cards 195 Hot key functions 199 hot key power...
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...171 using 131 Internet Service Providers ISPs 131 J jack RJ-11 130 K keyboard character keys 94 function keys 94 hot keys 209 not working 167 special Windows® keys 95 troubleshooting 175 using 93 keyboard, external 79 L light AC power 46 drive in-use indicator 102 lock computer, using 91 M main battery changing 118 installing 118, 120 removing 119 safety precautions 121 manual eject hole optical drive 102 memory adding 52 problem solving 173 removing memory module slot cover 54 Memory card reader inserting memory media 138 removing memory media 138 using 137 memory module installation 52...
...171 using 131 Internet Service Providers ISPs 131 J jack RJ-11 130 K keyboard character keys 94 function keys 94 hot keys 209 not working 167 special Windows® keys 95 troubleshooting 175 using 93 keyboard, external 79 L light AC power 46 drive in-use indicator 102 lock computer, using 91 M main battery changing 118 installing 118, 120 removing 119 safety precautions 121 manual eject hole optical drive 102 memory adding 52 problem solving 173 removing memory module slot cover 54 Memory card reader inserting memory media 138 removing memory media 138 using 137 memory module installation 52...
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P password deleting a supervisor 149 disabling a user 150 setting a user 149 supervisor set up 148 types 147 passwords instant, using 147 setting 147 port RGB 76 power computer will not start 166 connecting cable to AC adaptor 47 cord/cable 47 cord/cable connectors 210 energy-saving features 108 problem solving 173 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...
P password deleting a supervisor 149 disabling a user 150 setting a user 149 supervisor set up 148 types 147 passwords instant, using 147 setting 147 port RGB 76 power computer will not start 166 connecting cable to AC adaptor 47 cord/cable 47 cord/cable connectors 210 energy-saving features 108 problem solving 173 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...
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... using external 134 start button 127 starting a program 95 Search programs and files field 97 Windows® Explorer 96 Windows® Start menu 95 starting up the computer from Shut down 85 from Sleep 90 Startup menu problem solving 170 supervisor password, deleting 149 supervisor password, set up 148 T taskbar 127 telephone line connecting to modem 129 television adjusting display 79 connecting 77 Toshiba registering computer 51 worldwide offices 193 TOSHIBA Accessibility 158 Toshiba accessories memory...
... using external 134 start button 127 starting a program 95 Search programs and files field 97 Windows® Explorer 96 Windows® Start menu 95 starting up the computer from Shut down 85 from Sleep 90 Startup menu problem solving 170 supervisor password, deleting 149 supervisor password, set up 148 T taskbar 127 telephone line connecting to modem 129 television adjusting display 79 connecting 77 Toshiba registering computer 51 worldwide offices 193 TOSHIBA Accessibility 158 Toshiba accessories memory...
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... 152 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 160 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility 153 TOSHIBA Service Station 160 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 75 disabling 76 enabling 76 using 73 traveling tips 124 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 185 external keyboard 175 keyboard 175 optical drive 179 turning on the computer 50 turning on the power 50 U USB-compatible printer 79 user password, disabling 150 user password, setting 149 using a file extension 99 Utilities 140 V video cables 77 video display device connecting 77 video projector adjusting display 79...
... 152 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 160 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility 153 TOSHIBA Service Station 160 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 75 disabling 76 enabling 76 using 73 traveling tips 124 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 185 external keyboard 175 keyboard 175 optical drive 179 turning on the computer 50 turning on the power 50 U USB-compatible printer 79 user password, disabling 150 user password, setting 149 using a file extension 99 Utilities 140 V video cables 77 video display device connecting 77 video projector adjusting display 79...