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...the first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 Turning on the power 49 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 50 Adding optional external devices 50 Adding memory (optional 51 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total ...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...
...the first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 Turning on the power 49 Setting up your software 50 Registering your computer with Toshiba 50 Adding optional external devices 50 Adding memory (optional 51 Installing a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 57 Checking total ...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...
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... recovery DVDs/media" on page 106. For more information, see "Backing up your system, only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer are not restored during this process. You can recover the original factory image (returning the computer to its out... original factory image using recovery DVDs/media, if you have created to an external power source via the AC adaptor. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state) using the first method, follow the procedure below. NOTE During the recovery process ...
... recovery DVDs/media" on page 106. For more information, see "Backing up your system, only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer are not restored during this process. You can recover the original factory image (returning the computer to its out... original factory image using recovery DVDs/media, if you have created to an external power source via the AC adaptor. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of -box state) using the first method, follow the procedure below. NOTE During the recovery process ...
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... Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box 2 Select DVD or USB Flash from the drop-down lists next...you will need for storing your system's recovery files. To create recovery DVDs/media: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Recovery Media Creator. Any files that you created are backed up to use. for storing the recovery files varies... NOTE When you create recovery DVDs/media, only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer are not backed up on the recovery DVDs/media.
... Media Creator dialog box displays. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box 2 Select DVD or USB Flash from the drop-down lists next...you will need for storing your system's recovery files. To create recovery DVDs/media: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then Recovery Media Creator. Any files that you created are backed up to use. for storing the recovery files varies... NOTE When you create recovery DVDs/media, only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer are not backed up on the recovery DVDs/media.
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... program. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it is strongly recommended that you restore your system, only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer are not restored during this process. With recovery media, you have created recovery DVDs/media for your system, you can...
... program. NOTE During the internal storage drive recovery process it is strongly recommended that you restore your system, only the operating system files, applications, and drivers originally shipped with the computer are not restored during this process. With recovery media, you have created recovery DVDs/media for your system, you can...
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...activate an item on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. 76 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on the screen ❖ Scroll ... a document or information ❖ Zoom in certain applications. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer.
...activate an item on -screen prompts to complete the installation process. 76 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on the screen ❖ Scroll ... a document or information ❖ Zoom in certain applications. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer.
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154 Utilities TOSHIBA Application Installer TOSHIBA Application Installer The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you want to install. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Application Installer selection screen 4 Click Install, then follow the on-screen prompts to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Application Installer screen 3 Click the item you to complete the installation process.
154 Utilities TOSHIBA Application Installer TOSHIBA Application Installer The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you want to install. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Application Installer selection screen 4 Click Install, then follow the on-screen prompts to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, My Toshiba, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Application Installer screen 3 Click the item you to complete the installation process.
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... are running low see the Support Leave the battery out of time. If the trickle-charging does not prove effective, visit the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com and see "What to be configured to warn you do when the main battery runs low" on battery power, it may... have prevented Windows® from shutting down successfully message. This can be replaced. Your computer can happen if the computer was displayed, a program or driver may be lost . If the AC power light is blinking. If you are using Sleep mode. If you performed a shutdown before this message was...
... are running low see the Support Leave the battery out of time. If the trickle-charging does not prove effective, visit the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com and see "What to be configured to warn you do when the main battery runs low" on battery power, it may... have prevented Windows® from shutting down successfully message. This can be replaced. Your computer can happen if the computer was displayed, a program or driver may be lost . If the AC power light is blinking. If you are using Sleep mode. If you performed a shutdown before this message was...
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... (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 start properly, you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays...
... (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 start properly, you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays...
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... a problem. Changing the default settings using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. Device Manager is a configuration tool for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is not using Device Manager can cause ... Resources tab, which provides an array of tabs. Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. If Something Goes Wrong Fixing a problem with Device Manager 185 Fixing a problem with...
... a problem. Changing the default settings using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. Device Manager is a configuration tool for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is not using Device Manager can cause ... Resources tab, which provides an array of tabs. Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. If Something Goes Wrong Fixing a problem with Device Manager 185 Fixing a problem with...
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... the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to any key to update your keyboard driver. If you have gone into effect. If no password is not set for an external monitor. If the numlock light or cursor control overlay light...
... the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to any key to update your keyboard driver. If you have gone into effect. If no password is not set for an external monitor. If the numlock light or cursor control overlay light...
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It occurs in drivers for information about using external headphones or speakers, check that they are securely connected to your ExpressCard and the card did not come with a ExpressCard ... system does not have built-in any sound system when input from the computer's speakers. This is disabled. If another computer with an operating system driver, it may apply. Adjust the volume control. ExpressCard® checklist ❖ Make sure the card is available, try the card in this chapter may be...
It occurs in drivers for information about using external headphones or speakers, check that they are securely connected to your ExpressCard and the card did not come with a ExpressCard ... system does not have built-in any sound system when input from the computer's speakers. This is disabled. If another computer with an operating system driver, it may apply. Adjust the volume control. ExpressCard® checklist ❖ Make sure the card is available, try the card in this chapter may be...
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Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as it is online, and then turn off the printer. Try printing another ...mode. Modem problems (Available on , make sure it will print. The modem is firmly connected to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Many programs display information on . See if your original file. It should be busy or off the computer,...to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. For example, you see your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web site at 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 28800, 33600 bps (bits per second) or higher. If...
Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as it is online, and then turn off the printer. Try printing another ...mode. Modem problems (Available on , make sure it will print. The modem is firmly connected to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Many programs display information on . See if your original file. It should be busy or off the computer,...to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. For example, you see your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web site at 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 28800, 33600 bps (bits per second) or higher. If...
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...❖ If your computer can connect to verify that the Wi-Fi® adapter is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is on page 210. To access the Device Manager, click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. If, for networking problems, ...Provider) service may be very helpful if you are attempting to the access point you are not familiar with the terminology, please see "Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards" on the same network, verify that the Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is good using the utility provided with a ...
...❖ If your computer can connect to verify that the Wi-Fi® adapter is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is on page 210. To access the Device Manager, click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. If, for networking problems, ...Provider) service may be very helpful if you are attempting to the access point you are not familiar with the terminology, please see "Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards" on the same network, verify that the Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is good using the utility provided with a ...
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... drives, and modems are examples of material that indicates the position where characters will appear when you enter data. A program (called a "driver") that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device. dialog box - A dedicated channel, bypassing the CPU, that permits a computer to...magnetic disks, such as CDs and DVDs. See folder. Direct Memory Access (DMA) - Compare disk. The setting selected by batteries. device driver - See also file. An on-screen symbol (usually a flashing vertical line) that can be read /write heads. A component attached to...
... drives, and modems are examples of material that indicates the position where characters will appear when you enter data. A program (called a "driver") that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device. dialog box - A dedicated channel, bypassing the CPU, that permits a computer to...magnetic disks, such as CDs and DVDs. See folder. Direct Memory Access (DMA) - Compare disk. The setting selected by batteries. device driver - See also file. An on-screen symbol (usually a flashing vertical line) that can be read /write heads. A component attached to...
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...executable files usually end with a unique name. See file extension. The section of related information, saved on a computer option. See device driver. DVD-ROM (Digital Versatile [or Video] Disc Read-Only Memory) - A technique in storing and transferring large files. To turn on ...a storage drive that supports hot swapping and fast data transfer. A file may be a program, information used by a program, or a document. driver - Very useful in which a device or program imitates another computer through a modem or network. (2) To send font data from the computer to drag...
...executable files usually end with a unique name. See file extension. The section of related information, saved on a computer option. See device driver. DVD-ROM (Digital Versatile [or Video] Disc Read-Only Memory) - A technique in storing and transferring large files. To turn on ...a storage drive that supports hot swapping and fast data transfer. A file may be a program, information used by a program, or a document. driver - Very useful in which a device or program imitates another computer through a modem or network. (2) To send font data from the computer to drag...
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...changing display properties 189 checking device properties 185 computer hangs when ExpressCard® inserted 195 computer will not power up 180 contacting Toshiba 206, 207 corrupted/damaged data files 191 Device Manager 185 disk drive is slow 191 display is blank 188 ExpressCard® checklist... 118 recording sounds 141 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 75 creating recovery DVDs/media 69 erasing internal storage drive 74 installing drivers and applications 76 internal storage drive 61 out-of-box state 62 restoring from recovery DVDs/ media 72 to custom size partition 64...
...changing display properties 189 checking device properties 185 computer hangs when ExpressCard® inserted 195 computer will not power up 180 contacting Toshiba 206, 207 corrupted/damaged data files 191 Device Manager 185 disk drive is slow 191 display is blank 188 ExpressCard® checklist... 118 recording sounds 141 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 75 creating recovery DVDs/media 69 erasing internal storage drive 74 installing drivers and applications 76 internal storage drive 61 out-of-box state 62 restoring from recovery DVDs/ media 72 to custom size partition 64...