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... battery power 106 Battery Notice 106 Power management 107 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 112 What to do when the main battery runs low 112 Setting battery notifications 113 Conserving battery power 113 Power Plans 114 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 115 Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan 116 Changing the main battery 116 Removing the battery from the computer .......117 Inserting a charged battery...
... battery power 106 Battery Notice 106 Power management 107 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 108 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 112 What to do when the main battery runs low 112 Setting battery notifications 113 Conserving battery power 113 Power Plans 114 Using a hot key to set the Power Plan 115 Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan 116 Changing the main battery 116 Removing the battery from the computer .......117 Inserting a charged battery...
User Guide
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... adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . 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 serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is displayed below the System heading. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. Be sure to work surface before restarting the computer. To...
... adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . 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 serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is displayed below the System heading. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. Be sure to work surface before restarting the computer. To...
User Guide
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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. Utilities Setting passwords 141 To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click on the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions...
... 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. Utilities Setting passwords 141 To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click on the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions...
User Guide
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The TOSHIBA Service Station will automatically delete all collected information from the internal storage drive. 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. Subject to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by...
The TOSHIBA Service Station will automatically delete all collected information from the internal storage drive. 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. Subject to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by...
User Guide
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... to fix the problem. If the specifications do this indicates a power mismatch. If the battery light is blinking when the computer is on. See "Contacting Toshiba" on page 182. If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 163 The battery light is blinking when the computer is on, this , use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart...
... to fix the problem. If the specifications do this indicates a power mismatch. If the battery light is blinking when the computer is on. See "Contacting Toshiba" on page 182. If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 163 The battery light is blinking when the computer is on, this , use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart...
User Guide
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... adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that came with the computer. Press any key. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key to update your keyboard driver. The keyboard you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to make...
... adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that came with the computer. Press any key. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key to update your keyboard driver. The keyboard you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to make...
User Guide
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... its internal storage drive. An external hard drive is recommended in the drive. 2 Click Start. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click Back up your computer under the System and Security heading. For more help ensure 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. Most...
... its internal storage drive. An external hard drive is recommended in the drive. 2 Click Start. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click Back up your computer under the System and Security heading. For more help ensure 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. Most...
User Guide
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... as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of many Toshiba computers that represents a function, file, or program. A feature of keys that can control another while using this function, if connected with data. Hard disks hold much more information than analog signal. One A/V component can be magnetically coded with HDMI cable. When you turn on the screen that saves to create a complete screen image. See also diskette. internal device - A storage device composed...
... as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of many Toshiba computers that represents a function, file, or program. A feature of keys that can control another while using this function, if connected with data. Hard disks hold much more information than analog signal. One A/V component can be magnetically coded with HDMI cable. When you turn on the screen that saves to create a complete screen image. See also diskette. internal device - A storage device composed...
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.../trouble accessing a drive 171 running slow 171 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 172 cannot read a diskette 172 display does not look normal/flickers 170 external monitor not working 170 display device connecting 76 external 76 display output settings 77 display panel opening 46 display problems screen is blank 169 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 121 E EasyGuard® 106 ENERGY STAR® 34 error messages non-system disk or disk error 161 problem with display settings/ current settings...
.../trouble accessing a drive 171 running slow 171 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 172 cannot read a diskette 172 display does not look normal/flickers 170 external monitor not working 170 display device connecting 76 external 76 display output settings 77 display panel opening 46 display problems screen is blank 169 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 26 disposing of used batteries 121 E EasyGuard® 106 ENERGY STAR® 34 error messages non-system disk or disk error 161 problem with display settings/ current settings...
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218 Index H HDMI™ Out Port 76 headphones using 128 Help and Support Windows® operating system 165 Hibernation mode 81 configuring 85 hot key 193 starting again from 88 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 197 disabling or enabling wireless devices 196 display brightness 195 Hibernation mode 193 keyboard overlays 199 Lock (Instant security) 190 Output (Display switch) 194 power plan 191 Sleep mode 192 volume mute 189 Zoom (Display resolution) 198 zooming in 199 zooming out 199 Hot Key Cards 185 Hot key functions 189 hot key power plan...
218 Index H HDMI™ Out Port 76 headphones using 128 Help and Support Windows® operating system 165 Hibernation mode 81 configuring 85 hot key 193 starting again from 88 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 197 disabling or enabling wireless devices 196 display brightness 195 Hibernation mode 193 keyboard overlays 199 Lock (Instant security) 190 Output (Display switch) 194 power plan 191 Sleep mode 192 volume mute 189 Zoom (Display resolution) 198 zooming in 199 zooming out 199 Hot Key Cards 185 Hot key functions 189 hot key power plan...
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... monitor problems monitor not working 169 mouse installing 78 mouse utility 145 N networking wireless 126 notification area 125 O optical disc drive problems 172 troubleshooting 172 other documentation 38 overlay keys 97 P password deleting a supervisor 140 disabling a user 141 setting a user 140 supervisor set up 139 types 138 passwords instant, using 138 setting 138 port RGB 76 power computer will not start 160 connecting cable to AC adaptor 44 cord/cable 44 cord/cable connectors 200 energy-saving features 105 problem solving 167 turning on...
... monitor problems monitor not working 169 mouse installing 78 mouse utility 145 N networking wireless 126 notification area 125 O optical disc drive problems 172 troubleshooting 172 other documentation 38 overlay keys 97 P password deleting a supervisor 140 disabling a user 141 setting a user 140 supervisor set up 139 types 138 passwords instant, using 138 setting 138 port RGB 76 power computer will not start 160 connecting cable to AC adaptor 44 cord/cable 44 cord/cable connectors 200 energy-saving features 105 problem solving 167 turning on...
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... the power 47 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 181 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 148 USB Wakeup function does not work 181 USB-compatible printer 79 user password, disabling 141 user password, setting 140 using Memory card reader 129 using a file extension 102 Utilities 131 V video cables 76 video display device connecting 76 video projector adjusting display 78 W warranty standard limited warranty 38 Web Camera using 128 Web sites 182 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 126 Windows® Explorer 99 Windows® operating system Help and Support 165 problem solving 163 Windows® operating...
... the power 47 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 181 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 148 USB Wakeup function does not work 181 USB-compatible printer 79 user password, disabling 141 user password, setting 140 using Memory card reader 129 using a file extension 102 Utilities 131 V video cables 76 video display device connecting 76 video projector adjusting display 78 W warranty standard limited warranty 38 Web Camera using 128 Web sites 182 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 126 Windows® Explorer 99 Windows® operating system Help and Support 165 problem solving 163 Windows® operating...
User Guide 1
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... in Sleep mode). Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete...
... in Sleep mode). Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at least one memory module installed for the computer to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor with the socket latches. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete...
User Guide 1
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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 on 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...
... 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 on 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...
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... display options. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set...
... display options. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set...
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... a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to help improve processing speed. A key or combination of keys that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of keys that represents a function, file, or program. hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any device to create a complete screen image. interlaced...
... a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to help improve processing speed. A key or combination of keys that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of keys that represents a function, file, or program. hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any device to create a complete screen image. interlaced...
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.../trouble accessing a drive 174 running slow 175 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 175 cannot read a diskette 176 display does not look normal/flickers 173 external monitor not working 174 display device connecting 77 external 77 display output settings 78 display panel opening 47 display problems screen is blank 172 display, external adjusting 79 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 121 E EasyGuard® 106 ENERGY STAR® 35 error messages non-system disk or disk error 165 problem with display settings/ current settings...
.../trouble accessing a drive 174 running slow 175 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 175 cannot read a diskette 176 display does not look normal/flickers 173 external monitor not working 174 display device connecting 77 external 77 display output settings 78 display panel opening 47 display problems screen is blank 172 display, external adjusting 79 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 121 E EasyGuard® 106 ENERGY STAR® 35 error messages non-system disk or disk error 165 problem with display settings/ current settings...
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... uploading and downloading files 130 URL address not found 168 using 127 Internet Service Providers ISPs 128 K keyboard character keys 95 function keys 96 hot keys 204 not working 164 overlay keys 97 special Windows® keys 96 troubleshooting 172 unexpected characters 172 using 95 keyboard, external 79 keyboard, full-size 95 L light AC power 44 lock computer, using 92 M main battery changing 116 installing 116, 118 removing 117 safety precautions 119 memory adding 50 problem solving 170 removing memory module slot cover 52 Memory card reader
... uploading and downloading files 130 URL address not found 168 using 127 Internet Service Providers ISPs 128 K keyboard character keys 95 function keys 96 hot keys 204 not working 164 overlay keys 97 special Windows® keys 96 troubleshooting 172 unexpected characters 172 using 95 keyboard, external 79 keyboard, full-size 95 L light AC power 44 lock computer, using 92 M main battery changing 116 installing 116, 118 removing 117 safety precautions 119 memory adding 50 problem solving 170 removing memory module slot cover 52 Memory card reader
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... removing memory media 133 memory module installation 50 installing inserting into socket 53 removing 56, 57 memory module slot 52 microphone using 130 monitor 77 connecting 77, 78 monitor problems monitor not working 173 mouse installing 79 mouse utility 148 N networking wireless 126 notification area 125 O optical drive problems 176 troubleshooting 176 other documentation 39 overlay keys 97 P password deleting a supervisor 143 disabling a user 144 setting a user 143 supervisor set up 142 types 141 passwords instant, using 141 setting 141 port RGB 77 power Index 223 computer will not start...
... removing memory media 133 memory module installation 50 installing inserting into socket 53 removing 56, 57 memory module slot 52 microphone using 130 monitor 77 connecting 77, 78 monitor problems monitor not working 173 mouse installing 79 mouse utility 148 N networking wireless 126 notification area 125 O optical drive problems 176 troubleshooting 176 other documentation 39 overlay keys 97 P password deleting a supervisor 143 disabling a user 144 setting a user 143 supervisor set up 142 types 141 passwords instant, using 141 setting 141 port RGB 77 power Index 223 computer will not start...
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... power 48 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 184 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 151 USB Wakeup function does not work 185 USB-compatible printer 80 user password, disabling 144 user password, setting 143 using Memory card reader 132 using a file extension 102 Utilities 134 V video cables 77 video display device connecting 77 video projector adjusting display 79 W warranty standard limited warranty 39 Web 127 Web Camera using 131 Web sites 186 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 126 Windows® Explorer 99 Windows® operating system Help and Support 168 problem solving 166 Windows...
... power 48 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 184 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 151 USB Wakeup function does not work 185 USB-compatible printer 80 user password, disabling 144 user password, setting 143 using Memory card reader 132 using a file extension 102 Utilities 134 V video cables 77 video display device connecting 77 video projector adjusting display 79 W warranty standard limited warranty 39 Web 127 Web Camera using 131 Web sites 186 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 126 Windows® Explorer 99 Windows® operating system Help and Support 168 problem solving 166 Windows...