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... tariffs. In order to make any person to use a computer or other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) Fax Branding The...number or any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at (949) 859-4273. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support...device, including Fax machines, to the telephone network, the telephone company may be necessary for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 5 Connection to party line service...
... tariffs. In order to make any person to use a computer or other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) Fax Branding The...number or any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at (949) 859-4273. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support...device, including Fax machines, to the telephone network, the telephone company may be necessary for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 5 Connection to party line service...
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... to a custom size partition 62 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 65 Creating recovery DVDs/media 67 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 77 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 78 Using external display devices 78 Selecting video cables 79 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector ....79...
... to a custom size partition 62 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 65 Creating recovery DVDs/media 67 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 77 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 78 Using external display devices 78 Selecting video cables 79 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector ....79...
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... memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on the base of the computer. 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 model, Slot A is the top slot. Slot B is the bottom slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu...
... memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is to follow these directions could result in the memory module slots on the base of the computer. 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 model, Slot A is the top slot. Slot B is the bottom slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu...
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... Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. Overheating your computer is in serious injury. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 124. 6 Turn...
... Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. Overheating your computer is in serious injury. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 124. 6 Turn...
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... page 60. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you want to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of-box state Description This option restores the original factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your permission. 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 60. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow you want to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of-box state Description This option restores the original factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your permission. 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...
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... 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. 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 computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to...
... 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. 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 computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to...
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... sound can harm your disc does not run the optical disc. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. Do not set the volume too high when using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. If your hearing. If the computer is associated with the media on , the default player opens...
... sound can harm your disc does not run the optical disc. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. Do not set the volume too high when using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. If your hearing. If the computer is associated with the media on , the default player opens...
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... 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. 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...
... 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. 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...
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... functions such as required by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. The stored data uses a very small portion of your TOSHIBA computer. It also tracks the usage of the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain models). 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...
... functions such as required by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. The stored data uses a very small portion of your TOSHIBA computer. It also tracks the usage of the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain models). 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...
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... these options: ❖ Repair Your Computer ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640 x 480) ❖ 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 change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device...
... these options: ❖ Repair Your Computer ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with Networking ❖ Safe Mode with Command Prompt ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640 x 480) ❖ 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 change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device...
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... external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 171 Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. You have registered a password, press any key to activate the screen. Try using a different make sure the software you are some typical display problems...
... external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 171 Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. You have registered a password, press any key to activate the screen. Try using a different make sure the software you are some typical display problems...
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.... Make sure the cable from the way they print it will print. If you need assistance or if you see on certain models.) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will be set up to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Contact the software manufacturer for more information regarding your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web...
.... Make sure the cable from the way they print it will print. If you need assistance or if you see on certain models.) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will be set up to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Contact the software manufacturer for more information regarding your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web...
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... 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 as read from optical discs. Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on page 182). If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). Since problems with either hardware or software...
... 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 as read from optical discs. Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on page 182). If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). Since problems with either hardware or software...
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... the processor to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. hot swapping-The ability to help improve processing speed. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. See also World...
... the processor to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. hot swapping-The ability to help improve processing speed. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. See also World...
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Index A AC adaptor 44 AC power 114 AC power light 44 accessing network 133 adding memory check total memory 58 memory (optional) 49 optional external devices 49 adequate ventilation cooling fan 43 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 77 Application Cards 192 audio features 135 B backing up files 96, 104 battery battery life 113 Call2Recycle™ 128 care 125, 126 changing 122 222 charge indicator light 45 charge time 114 charger 114 charging 46, 114 charging the real-time clock...
Index A AC adaptor 44 AC power 114 AC power light 44 accessing network 133 adding memory check total memory 58 memory (optional) 49 optional external devices 49 adequate ventilation cooling fan 43 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 77 Application Cards 192 audio features 135 B backing up files 96, 104 battery battery life 113 Call2Recycle™ 128 care 125, 126 changing 122 222 charge indicator light 45 charge time 114 charger 114 charging 46, 114 charging the real-time clock...
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Index 223 running computer on battery power 112 safety precautions 125 setting notifications 119 battery indicator light 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 105, 106 button eject, optical disc drive 107 power 48 Shut down 51, 85 start 131 C Call2Recycle™ battery 128 caring for your computer 93 changing battery 122 character keys 97 charging the battery 46 cleaning the computer 93 communications network connection 133 set up 132 computer caring for...
Index 223 running computer on battery power 112 safety precautions 125 setting notifications 119 battery indicator light 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 105, 106 button eject, optical disc drive 107 power 48 Shut down 51, 85 start 131 C Call2Recycle™ battery 128 caring for your computer 93 changing battery 122 character keys 97 charging the battery 46 cleaning the computer 93 communications network connection 133 set up 132 computer caring for...
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... (monitor) port 78 external display, adjusting 81 F file extensions using 102 files backing up 96, 104 file names 102 printing 103 restore 104 saving 101, 102 using a file extension 102 function keys 97 H headphones using 135 Help and Support troubleshooting 167 Hibernation mode 83 configuring 87 configuring options 88 hot key 198 powering down 88 Shut down 88 starting again from 90 using 87 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 201 display brightness 200 Hibernation mode 198 keyboard overlays 205 Lock (Instant...
... (monitor) port 78 external display, adjusting 81 F file extensions using 102 files backing up 96, 104 file names 102 printing 103 restore 104 saving 101, 102 using a file extension 102 function keys 97 H headphones using 135 Help and Support troubleshooting 167 Hibernation mode 83 configuring 87 configuring options 88 hot key 198 powering down 88 Shut down 88 starting again from 90 using 87 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 201 display brightness 200 Hibernation mode 198 keyboard overlays 205 Lock (Instant...
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...48, 87, 90, 93 Web Camera light 136 lock computer, using 94 M maintaining your battery 126 manual eject hole optical disc drive 107 memory adding (optional) 49 check total memory 58 removing memory module slot cover 52 Memory card reader inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 138 using 137 memory module installation 50 inserting into socket 53 removing 55, 57 microphone using 135 modem connecting to telephone line 134 problem solving 178 monitor connecting 79 monitor problems troubleshooting 172 monitoring battery power 116 mouse installing 81 mouse utility 154 moving the computer 94
...48, 87, 90, 93 Web Camera light 136 lock computer, using 94 M maintaining your battery 126 manual eject hole optical disc drive 107 memory adding (optional) 49 check total memory 58 removing memory module slot cover 52 Memory card reader inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 138 using 137 memory module installation 50 inserting into socket 53 removing 55, 57 microphone using 135 modem connecting to telephone line 134 problem solving 178 monitor connecting 79 monitor problems troubleshooting 172 monitoring battery power 116 mouse installing 81 mouse utility 154 moving the computer 94
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... TOSHIBA Accessibility 158 Toshiba accessories memory 49 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Connect tab 142 Optimize tab 145 Protect & Fix tab 144 Secure tab 143 TOSHIBA eco power plan 122 TOSHIBA eco Utility™ 159 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 153 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 160 TOSHIBA Service Station 160 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TouchPad™ using 74 traveling tips 128 troubleshooting 171 AC power light is blinking 164 battery light...
... TOSHIBA Accessibility 158 Toshiba accessories memory 49 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Connect tab 142 Optimize tab 145 Protect & Fix tab 144 Secure tab 143 TOSHIBA eco power plan 122 TOSHIBA eco Utility™ 159 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 153 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 160 TOSHIBA Service Station 160 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TouchPad™ using 74 traveling tips 128 troubleshooting 171 AC power light is blinking 164 battery light...
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... working 165 wireless networking 178 turning off computer 82 computer more quickly 85 options 83 turning on power 48 U USB-compatible printer 81 user password, deleting 150 user password, setting 149 using a microphone 135 computer lock 94 DVDs 105 Hibernation mode 87 hot key to set a power plan 121 Memory card reader 137 optical disc drive 105 Shut down command 85 Sleep mode 90 TOSHIBA eco power plan 122 TouchPad™ 74 Web Camera 136 using the keyboard 96 using the overlay for cursor control 99 Utilities 140 V video projector adjusting display...
... working 165 wireless networking 178 turning off computer 82 computer more quickly 85 options 83 turning on power 48 U USB-compatible printer 81 user password, deleting 150 user password, setting 149 using a microphone 135 computer lock 94 DVDs 105 Hibernation mode 87 hot key to set a power plan 121 Memory card reader 137 optical disc drive 105 Shut down command 85 Sleep mode 90 TOSHIBA eco power plan 122 TouchPad™ 74 Web Camera 136 using the keyboard 96 using the overlay for cursor control 99 Utilities 140 V video projector adjusting display...