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... use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to make changes in a margin at (949) 859-4273. If Problems Arise If this , it may be advised of 1991 makes it unlawful for them know of your right to send and receive fax transmissions. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support...
... use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to make changes in a margin at (949) 859-4273. If Problems Arise If this , it may be advised of 1991 makes it unlawful for them know of your right to send and receive fax transmissions. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support...
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... custom size partition 64 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 72 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 74 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 75 Installing drivers and applications 76 Using the TouchPad 76 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 79 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 80 Using external display devices 80 Selecting video cables 81 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............81 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
... custom size partition 64 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 72 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 74 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 75 Installing drivers and applications 76 Using the TouchPad 76 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 79 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 80 Using external display devices 80 Selecting video cables 81 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............81 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
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... top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in Slot A. Slot B is the bottom slot. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in...
... top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in Slot A. Slot B is the bottom slot. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in...
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... including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. Make sure 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...
... including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. Make sure 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...
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...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Using your...
...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Using your...
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... Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. To do this computer?" Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method)" on your computer without your computer to its out-of -box state Description This option restores the original factory image to work. The System window appears. Installed memory (RAM) is...
... Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. To do this computer?" Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method)" on your computer without your computer to its out-of -box state Description This option restores the original factory image to work. The System window appears. Installed memory (RAM) is...
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... that came with the television for more information. 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. Getting Started 81 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the...
... that came with the television for more information. 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. Getting Started 81 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the...
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... disc drive Drive in-use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is located on your keyboard to release the disc tray. Eject button-Press to navigate within the Blu-ray Disc™ player. NOTE Use of the computer. 108 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive (Sample Image) Sound properties window ❖ If you want to use the internal speakers, click on the Speakers tab and click Set Default. ❖ Use the arrow keys...
... disc drive Drive in-use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is located on your keyboard to release the disc tray. Eject button-Press to navigate within the Blu-ray Disc™ player. NOTE Use of the computer. 108 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive (Sample Image) Sound properties window ❖ If you want to use the internal speakers, click on the Speakers tab and click Set Default. ❖ Use the arrow keys...
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... supported optical media formats please refer to loud sound can harm your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Do not set the volume too high when using an application that allows you insert an optical disc into the optical disc drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your computer may come with an optical disc drive that is turned on, the default player opens...
... supported optical media formats please refer to loud sound can harm your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Do not set the volume too high when using an application that allows you insert an optical disc into the optical disc drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your computer may come with an optical disc drive that is turned on, the default player opens...
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... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. 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 Not Registered. 5 Follow the on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 152 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start...
... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. 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 Not Registered. 5 Follow the on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 152 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start...
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... problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. It may affect the performance of your computer. TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your TOSHIBA computer. 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...
... problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. It may affect the performance of your computer. TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your TOSHIBA computer. 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...
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... as installing a new program or adding a device. See your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of 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...
... as installing a new program or adding a device. See your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of 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...
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... key. Press any key, type the password and press Enter. You may need to the documentation that the monitor is not set for an external monitor. If you connected may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). 172 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems NOTE To capture a print screen of keyboard. Refer to update your keyboard driver...
... key. Press any key, type the password and press Enter. You may need to the documentation that the monitor is not set for an external monitor. If you connected may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). 172 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems NOTE To capture a print screen of keyboard. Refer to update your keyboard driver...
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... main memory. Interlaced monitors take two passes to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in which only every other services. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. An interface used to create a complete screen image. One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. The decentralized, world-wide network...
... main memory. Interlaced monitors take two passes to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in which only every other services. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. An interface used to create a complete screen image. One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. The decentralized, world-wide network...
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... adaptor 45 AC power 116 AC power light 45 accessing network 135 adding memory check total memory 60 memory (optional) 51 optional external devices 50 adequate ventilation cooling fan 44 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 79 Application Cards 192 audio features 137 B backing up files 98, 105 battery battery life 115 Call2Recycle™ 130 care 127, 128 changing 124 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 171 charge time 116 charger 116 charging 47, 116 charging the real-time...
... adaptor 45 AC power 116 AC power light 45 accessing network 135 adding memory check total memory 60 memory (optional) 51 optional external devices 50 adequate ventilation cooling fan 44 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 79 Application Cards 192 audio features 137 B backing up files 98, 105 battery battery life 115 Call2Recycle™ 130 care 127, 128 changing 124 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 171 charge time 116 charger 116 charging 47, 116 charging the real-time...
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... RTC memory 115 running computer on battery power 114 safety precautions 127 setting notifications 120 battery indicator light 119 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 107 button eject, optical disc drive 108 power 49 Shut down 52, 87 start 133 C Call2Recycle™ battery 130 caring for your computer 95 changing battery 124 character keys 99 charging the battery 47 checking device properties 169 cleaning the computer 95 communications network connection 135 set up 134...
... RTC memory 115 running computer on battery power 114 safety precautions 127 setting notifications 120 battery indicator light 119 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 107 button eject, optical disc drive 108 power 49 Shut down 52, 87 start 133 C Call2Recycle™ battery 130 caring for your computer 95 changing battery 124 character keys 99 charging the battery 47 checking device properties 169 cleaning the computer 95 communications network connection 135 set up 134...
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... (monitor) port 80 external display, adjusting 83 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 174 file extensions using 104 files backing up 98, 105 file names 104 printing 104 restore 106 saving 103 using a file extension 104 function keys 99 H headphones using 138 Help and Support Windows® operating system 168 Hibernation mode 86 configuring 90 configuring options 90 hot key 198 powering down 90 Shut down 90 starting again from 92 using 90 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 201
... (monitor) port 80 external display, adjusting 83 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 174 file extensions using 104 files backing up 98, 105 file names 104 printing 104 restore 106 saving 103 using a file extension 104 function keys 99 H headphones using 138 Help and Support Windows® operating system 168 Hibernation mode 86 configuring 90 configuring options 90 hot key 198 powering down 90 Shut down 90 starting again from 92 using 90 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 201
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... working 164 special Windows® keys 100 troubleshooting 172 using 98 keyboard, external 83 keys Ctrl Fn Alt 99 function keys 99 L LEDs system indicator lights 119 AC adaptor light 118 AC power light 45, 46 battery light 46, 47 ON/OFF light 49, 90, 92, 95 Web Camera light 138 lock computer, using 96 M maintaining your battery 128 manual eject hole optical disc drive 109 memory adding (optional) 51 check total memory 60 problem solving 170 removing memory module slot cover 53 Memory card reader inserting memory media 140 removing memory media 140 using...
... working 164 special Windows® keys 100 troubleshooting 172 using 98 keyboard, external 83 keys Ctrl Fn Alt 99 function keys 99 L LEDs system indicator lights 119 AC adaptor light 118 AC power light 45, 46 battery light 46, 47 ON/OFF light 49, 90, 92, 95 Web Camera light 138 lock computer, using 96 M maintaining your battery 128 manual eject hole optical disc drive 109 memory adding (optional) 51 check total memory 60 problem solving 170 removing memory module slot cover 53 Memory card reader inserting memory media 140 removing memory media 140 using...
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226 Index power button 49 power management 116 optimum performance 116 power plans selecting power plan options 122 using a hot key 123 power saving options 121 powering down using Hibernate 90 using Sleep 93 precautions safety 42 printer connecting 83 setting up 84 USB-compatible 83 printing a file 104 problem solving AC power 170 battery charge does not last 171 battery not charging 171 changing display properties 173 checking device properties 169 computer will not power up 164 contacting Toshiba 186...
226 Index power button 49 power management 116 optimum performance 116 power plans selecting power plan options 122 using a hot key 123 power saving options 121 powering down using Hibernate 90 using Sleep 93 precautions safety 42 printer connecting 83 setting up 84 USB-compatible 83 printing a file 104 problem solving AC power 170 battery charge does not last 171 battery not charging 171 changing display properties 173 checking device properties 169 computer will not power up 164 contacting Toshiba 186...
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...Recognition Utility 153 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 156 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 154 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 161 TOSHIBA Service Station 161 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 158 TouchPad™ using 76 traveling tips 130 troubleshooting external keyboard 172 keyboard 172 optical disc drive 175 turning off computer 85 computer more quickly 88 options 85 turning on power 49 U USB-compatible printer 83 user password, deleting 152 user password, setting 151 using a microphone 137 computer lock 96 DVDs 106 Hibernation mode 90 hot key to set a power plan 123 Memory card reader 139 optical disc drive...
...Recognition Utility 153 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 156 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 154 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 161 TOSHIBA Service Station 161 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 158 TouchPad™ using 76 traveling tips 130 troubleshooting external keyboard 172 keyboard 172 optical disc drive 175 turning off computer 85 computer more quickly 88 options 85 turning on power 49 U USB-compatible printer 83 user password, deleting 152 user password, setting 151 using a microphone 137 computer lock 96 DVDs 106 Hibernation mode 90 hot key to set a power plan 123 Memory card reader 139 optical disc drive...