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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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... at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to change without notice. Your particular model may not have all subject to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. This guide This guide...
... at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to change without notice. Your particular model may not have all subject to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. This guide This guide...
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... 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. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You can be lost. Before you use a Phillips screwdriver of the computer. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. You...
... 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. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. You can be lost. Before you use a Phillips screwdriver of the computer. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. You...
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... a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Always make sure your computer on page 103. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Using your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to a 30-degree...
... a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Always make sure your computer on page 103. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Using your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to a 30-degree...
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... option restores the original factory image to this : ❖ Click the Start button, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. 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. Installed memory (RAM) is a security feature to work. The following program to make changes to your internal storage drive, returning your permission. otherwise, click Cancel. Recovering the Internal...
... option restores the original factory image to this : ❖ Click the Start button, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. 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. Installed memory (RAM) is a security feature to work. The following program to make changes to your internal storage drive, returning your permission. otherwise, click Cancel. Recovering the Internal...
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... 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 Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* RGB (Monitor) port *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described...
... 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 Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* RGB (Monitor) port *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described...
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.... 3 Connect the device's power cable to the manual that came with the appropriate device attached and turned on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. Directing the display output when you turn on . 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 change the display settings...
.... 3 Connect the device's power cable to the manual that came with the appropriate device attached and turned on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. Directing the display output when you turn on . 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 change the display settings...
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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 your selection. In the list that appears above, click on -screen instructions to remove the user password. 126 Utilities Setting passwords Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist.
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 your selection. In the list that appears above, click on -screen instructions to remove the user password. 126 Utilities Setting passwords Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist.
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... updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is available for various devices). The collected information is used to the examples 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 initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive...
... updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is available for various devices). The collected information is used to the examples 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 initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive...
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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 highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays information about each option at the bottom after Description. Using Startup options to fix problems...
...; 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 highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays information about each option at the bottom after Description. Using Startup options to fix problems...
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... external monitor. Press any key to update your keyboard driver. 148 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that came with the computer. If you connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If this , press F4. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for the builtin screen. Display...
... external monitor. Press any key to update your keyboard driver. 148 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that came with the computer. If you connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If this , press F4. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for the builtin screen. Display...
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...). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on battery power. General tips for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to help , click the Start button, Help and Support, and search for your files. External optical disc writers are...
...). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on battery power. General tips for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of the optical disc drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to help , click the Start button, Help and Support, and search for your files. External optical disc writers are...
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... HDMI cables. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-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 the Fn key can control another while using a pointing device such as a mouse. hot key-(1) A feature in which only every other services. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that you use...
... HDMI cables. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-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 the Fn key can control another while using a pointing device such as a mouse. hot key-(1) A feature in which only every other services. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that you use...
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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...
