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... (recommended recovery method 55 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 57 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 60 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Creating recovery media 65 Restoring from recovery media 67 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 69 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 71 Installing drivers and applications 71 Using the touch pad 72 Adjusting touch pad settings 75 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 75 Connecting an external device 76 Using external display devices 76 Selecting video cables 77
... (recommended recovery method 55 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 57 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 60 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Creating recovery media 65 Restoring from recovery media 67 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 69 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 71 Installing drivers and applications 71 Using the touch pad 72 Adjusting touch pad settings 75 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 75 Connecting an external device 76 Using external display devices 76 Selecting video cables 77
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...Connect 118 Secure 119 Protect & Fix 120 Optimize 121 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 Setting passwords 123 Using a supervisor password 123 Using a user password 125 Deleting a user password 126 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 127 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 128 Mouse Utility 129 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 130 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 USB Sleep and Charge 132 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......134 Power supply mode settings 134 TOSHIBA Accessibility 135 TOSHIBA eco Utility 136 TOSHIBA...
...Connect 118 Secure 119 Protect & Fix 120 Optimize 121 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 Setting passwords 123 Using a supervisor password 123 Using a user password 125 Deleting a user password 126 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 127 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 128 Mouse Utility 129 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 130 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 USB Sleep and Charge 132 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......134 Power supply mode settings 134 TOSHIBA Accessibility 135 TOSHIBA eco Utility 136 TOSHIBA...
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... Memory problems 146 Power and the batteries 146 Keyboard problems 148 Display problems 148 Disk or storage drive problems 150 Error-checking 150 Optical disc drive problems 151 Sound system problems 152 Printer problems 152 Wireless networking problems 153 DVD operating problems 155 Develop good computing habits 156 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 157 If you need further assistance 161 Contacting Toshiba 162 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 162 Toshiba's worldwide offices 162 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 164 Hot Key Cards...
... Memory problems 146 Power and the batteries 146 Keyboard problems 148 Display problems 148 Disk or storage drive problems 150 Error-checking 150 Optical disc drive problems 151 Sound system problems 152 Printer problems 152 Wireless networking problems 153 DVD operating problems 155 Develop good computing habits 156 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 157 If you need further assistance 161 Contacting Toshiba 162 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 162 Toshiba's worldwide offices 162 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 164 Hot Key Cards...
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... Series. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to find specific information. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. Introduction This guide 29 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. Your particular model...
... Series. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to find specific information. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. Introduction This guide 29 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. Your particular model...
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.... NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Allow the module(s) to cool to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. The surrounding area may damage the computer, the module, or both. Your computer comes with the computer's power on may also...
.... NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Allow the module(s) to cool to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. The surrounding area may damage the computer, the module, or both. Your computer comes with the computer's power on may also...
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... or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. In this...
... or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. In this...
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... includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to this : ❖ Click the Start button, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. The System window appears. See "Recovering of factory default software with the socket latches. 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 55. The following program to make changes...
... includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to this : ❖ Click the Start button, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. The System window appears. See "Recovering of factory default software with the socket latches. 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 55. The following program to make changes...
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... system, some models may automatically detect the external device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your computer. Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). 76 Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on the external device (if applicable). Using external display devices Your computer...
... system, some models may automatically detect the external device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your computer. Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). 76 Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an external device NOTE Depending on the external device (if applicable). Using external display devices Your computer...
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... HDMI™ Out port, you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. NOTE Some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached and turned on the external 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 an HDMI™ cable (not included with your computer if you can choose to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on . Connecting an external monitor...
... HDMI™ Out port, you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. NOTE Some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached and turned on the external 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 an HDMI™ cable (not included with your computer if you can choose to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on . Connecting an external monitor...
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In the list that appears above, click on password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist. 126 Utilities Setting passwords Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on your selection. 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 remove the user password.
In the list that appears above, click on password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist. 126 Utilities Setting passwords Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on your selection. 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 remove the user password.
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... less per year). 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 initial system use this information for quality assurance analysis. TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your home country or...
... less per year). 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 initial system use this information for quality assurance analysis. TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your home country or...
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...; 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 may have to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new...
...; 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 may have to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new...
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... firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the builtin screen. If you through the display options. Display Auto Off may need to the computer is not set for an external monitor. If this , press F4. Press any key to its previous setting. Refer to the documentation that the cable connecting the external monitor to update your keyboard driver.
... firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the builtin screen. If you through the display options. Display Auto Off may need to the computer is not set for an external monitor. If this , press F4. Press any key to its previous setting. Refer to the documentation that the cable connecting the external monitor to update your keyboard driver.
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... Start button, Help and Support, and search for your entire computer with restore points" on -screen instructions to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on battery power. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your important files to optical disc drives, or hard drives. An external hard drive is required. Before installing anything goes wrong, you will then be able to easily restore the Windows® operating...
... Start button, Help and Support, and search for your entire computer with restore points" on -screen instructions to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on battery power. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your important files to optical disc drives, or hard drives. An external hard drive is required. Before installing anything goes wrong, you will then be able to easily restore the Windows® operating...
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... Sleep, Suspend. 181 Glossary HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used 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 transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in combination with HDMI cables. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the screen that activates a memory...
... Sleep, Suspend. 181 Glossary HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)-An interface used 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 transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in combination with HDMI cables. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the screen that activates a memory...
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... accessing network 112 adding memory check total memory 53 memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 44 adequate ventilation cooling fan 39 adjusting touch pad settings 75 audio features 112 B backing up files 82, 85 battery battery life 93 Call2Recycle™ 107 care 105, 106 changing 102 charge indicator light 42 188 charge time 94 charger 94 charging 43, 94 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 95 conserving power 99 determine remaining power 97 disposal 106 indicator light 97 installation...
... accessing network 112 adding memory check total memory 53 memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 44 adequate ventilation cooling fan 39 adjusting touch pad settings 75 audio features 112 B backing up files 82, 85 battery battery life 93 Call2Recycle™ 107 care 105, 106 changing 102 charge indicator light 42 188 charge time 94 charger 94 charging 43, 94 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 95 conserving power 99 determine remaining power 97 disposal 106 indicator light 97 installation...
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... monitor 77 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 158 desktop creating new icon 109 exploring the 108 icons 109 recycle bin 109 standard features 109 Windows® operating system 108 Device Manager fixing a problem 145 directing display output 77 disabling touch pad 75, 168 display troubleshooting 149 display devices external 76 display output settings 78 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 20 disposing of used batteries 106 DVD removing...
... monitor 77 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 158 desktop creating new icon 109 exploring the 108 icons 109 recycle bin 109 standard features 109 Windows® operating system 108 Device Manager fixing a problem 145 directing display output 77 disabling touch pad 75, 168 display troubleshooting 149 display devices external 76 display output settings 78 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 20 disposing of used batteries 106 DVD removing...
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... using 113 Help and Support troubleshooting 144 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 170 display brightness 166 keyboard overlays 169 Lock (Instant security) 166 Output (Display switch) 167 volume mute 166 Zoom (Display resolution) 171 zooming in 169 zooming out 169 Hot Key Cards 164 Hot key functions 165 I icon desktop 109 moving to desktop 109 recycle bin 109 safety 30 installation memory module 45 installing a charged battery 103 battery 102 memory modules 45 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 33 internal storage drive recovery 53 K keyboard...
... using 113 Help and Support troubleshooting 144 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 170 display brightness 166 keyboard overlays 169 Lock (Instant security) 166 Output (Display switch) 167 volume mute 166 Zoom (Display resolution) 171 zooming in 169 zooming out 169 Hot Key Cards 164 Hot key functions 165 I icon desktop 109 moving to desktop 109 recycle bin 109 safety 30 installation memory module 45 installing a charged battery 103 battery 102 memory modules 45 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 33 internal storage drive recovery 53 K keyboard...
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.../cable connectors 172 energy-saving features 92 power management 94 optimum performance 94 power plans selecting power plan options 100 power saving options 99 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 152 problem solving contacting Toshiba 162 Startup options 143 program, starting 84 program, starting from Start menu 85 projector connecting 77 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 93 recording sounds 112 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 71 creating recovery media 65 erasing internal storage drive 69 installing drivers and applications 71 internal...
.../cable connectors 172 energy-saving features 92 power management 94 optimum performance 94 power plans selecting power plan options 100 power saving options 99 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 152 problem solving contacting Toshiba 162 Startup options 143 program, starting 84 program, starting from Start menu 85 projector connecting 77 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 93 recording sounds 112 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 71 creating recovery media 65 erasing internal storage drive 69 installing drivers and applications 71 internal...
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... Monitor 137 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 touch pad using 72 traveling tips 107 troubleshooting 148 AC power light is blinking 141 battery light is blinking 142 bookmarked site not found 144 checking device properties 145 computer will not start 140 contacting Toshiba 161 corrupted/damaged data files 151 data/entire system backup 158 Device Manager 145 Disk Defragmenter 150 display error message 149 display problems screen is blank 148 DVD player 155 eject button...
... Monitor 137 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 touch pad using 72 traveling tips 107 troubleshooting 148 AC power light is blinking 141 battery light is blinking 142 bookmarked site not found 144 checking device properties 145 computer will not start 140 contacting Toshiba 161 corrupted/damaged data files 151 data/entire system backup 158 Device Manager 145 Disk Defragmenter 150 display error message 149 display problems screen is blank 148 DVD player 155 eject button...
