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... custom size partition 62 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 65 Creating recovery DVDs/media 67 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 70 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 72 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 73 Installing drivers and applications 74 Using the TouchPad 74 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 77 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 78 Using external display devices 78 Selecting video cables 79 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............79 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
... custom size partition 62 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 65 Creating recovery DVDs/media 67 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 70 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 72 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 73 Installing drivers and applications 74 Using the TouchPad 74 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 77 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 78 Using external display devices 78 Selecting video cables 79 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............79 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
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... battery power 106 Battery Notice 106 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery notifications 112 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 .......116 Inserting a charged battery...
... battery power 106 Battery Notice 106 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery notifications 112 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 .......116 Inserting a charged battery...
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...memory media 130 Removing memory media 131 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 132 Chapter 5: Utilities 133 TOSHIBA Assist 134 Connect 135 Secure 136 Protect & Fix 137 Optimize 138 TOSHIBA Application Installer 139 Setting passwords 140 Using an instant password 140 Using a supervisor password 141 Using a user password 142 Deleting a user password 143 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 144 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 145 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 146 Mouse Utility 147 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 148 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 150 Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility...
...memory media 130 Removing memory media 131 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 132 Chapter 5: Utilities 133 TOSHIBA Assist 134 Connect 135 Secure 136 Protect & Fix 137 Optimize 138 TOSHIBA Application Installer 139 Setting passwords 140 Using an instant password 140 Using a supervisor password 141 Using a user password 142 Deleting a user password 143 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 144 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 145 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 146 Mouse Utility 147 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 148 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 150 Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility...
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..., the memory module(s) may also be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. The surrounding area may be hot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You can be lost. You will be installed in the memory module slots on...
..., the memory module(s) may also be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. The surrounding area may be hot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You can be lost. You will be installed in the memory module slots on...
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... electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the slot. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 3 Gently lift the memory module to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer.
... electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the slot. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 3 Gently lift the memory module to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. Back of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer.
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Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Refer to the manual that came with the television for more information. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on...
Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Refer to the manual that came with the television for more information. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on...
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96 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk may be lost. Turning off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all new files for files you do not let the Windows® operating system shut down normally, details such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure...
96 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to a disk may be lost. Turning off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all new files for files you do not let the Windows® operating system shut down normally, details such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure...
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... power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Utilities Setting passwords 143 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 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...
... power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Utilities Setting passwords 143 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 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...
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... and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination time, and temperatures for various devices). TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your home country or region. 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...
... and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination time, and temperatures for various devices). TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your home country or region. 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...
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... 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 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...
... 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 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...
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... + F10 to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to update your keyboard driver. You may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If you have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. If you are using the built-in screen, make of the keys. If no password is blank...
... + F10 to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to update your keyboard driver. You may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If you have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. If you are using the built-in screen, make of the keys. If no password is blank...
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...; adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is on certain models.) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will be set up to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Make sure the line has a dial tone. Modem problems (Available on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi...
...; adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is on certain models.) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will be set up to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Make sure the line has a dial tone. Modem problems (Available on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi...
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... , use the System Restore utility to optical disc drives, or hard drives. 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. An external hard drive is required. Fortunately, the Windows® operating system offers a convenient way to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on battery power...
... , use the System Restore utility to optical disc drives, or hard drives. 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. An external hard drive is required. Fortunately, the Windows® operating system offers a convenient way to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on battery power...
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... it was when the computer was turned off . Compare software. The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. Hard disks are connected. hardware - HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - A feature of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. See also Sleep, Suspend. Also called "system bus." hot key - (1) A feature in combination with the computer's operating system. 208 Glossary folder - Formatting creates a structure on the...
... it was when the computer was turned off . Compare software. The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. Hard disks are connected. hardware - HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - A feature of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. See also Sleep, Suspend. Also called "system bus." hot key - (1) A feature in combination with the computer's operating system. 208 Glossary folder - Formatting creates a structure on the...
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... adaptor 44 AC power 108 AC power light 44 accessing network 127 adding memory check total memory 58 memory (optional) 49 optional external devices 49 adequate ventilation cooling fan 43 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 77 Application Cards 187 audio features 127 B backing up files 95, 104 battery battery life 106 Call2Recycle™ 121 care 119, 120 changing 116 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 167 charge time 108 charger 108 charging 46, 108 charging the real-time...
... adaptor 44 AC power 108 AC power light 44 accessing network 127 adding memory check total memory 58 memory (optional) 49 optional external devices 49 adequate ventilation cooling fan 43 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 77 Application Cards 187 audio features 127 B backing up files 95, 104 battery battery life 106 Call2Recycle™ 121 care 119, 120 changing 116 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 167 charge time 108 charger 108 charging 46, 108 charging the real-time...
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... to a network 127 HDMI™-compatible TV or external display device 79 monitor 79 power cord/cable 45 power source 45 cooling fan adequate ventilation 43 customize computer settings 93 D desktop creating new icon 124 exploring the 123 icons 124 recycle bin 124 standard features 124 Windows® operating system 123 Device Manager 165 checking properties 165 directing display output 80 disabling TouchPad™ 78, 197 Disk Defragmenter 171 disk drive corrupted/damaged...
... to a network 127 HDMI™-compatible TV or external display device 79 monitor 79 power cord/cable 45 power source 45 cooling fan adequate ventilation 43 customize computer settings 93 D desktop creating new icon 124 exploring the 123 icons 124 recycle bin 124 standard features 124 Windows® operating system 123 Device Manager 165 checking properties 165 directing display output 80 disabling TouchPad™ 78, 197 Disk Defragmenter 171 disk drive corrupted/damaged...
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... restore 104 saving 101, 102 using a file extension 102 function keys 97 H headphones using 128 Help and Support Windows® operating system 164 Hibernation mode 83 configuring 87 configuring options 88 hot key 193 powering down 88 Shut down 88 starting again from 90 using 87 hot key 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 using to set a power plan 115 volume mute 189 Zoom (Display...
... restore 104 saving 101, 102 using a file extension 102 function keys 97 H headphones using 128 Help and Support Windows® operating system 164 Hibernation mode 83 configuring 87 configuring options 88 hot key 193 powering down 88 Shut down 88 starting again from 90 using 87 hot key 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 using to set a power plan 115 volume mute 189 Zoom (Display...
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...98 L LEDs system indicator lights 111 AC adaptor light 110 AC power light 44, 45 battery light 46 ON/OFF light 48, 87, 90, 92 Web Camera light 129 lock computer, using 94 M maintaining your battery 120 memory adding (optional) 49 check total memory 58 problem solving 166 removing memory module slot cover 52 Memory card reader inserting memory media 130 removing memory media 131 using 129 memory module installation 50 inserting into socket 52 removing 55, 57 microphone using 128 modem problem solving 173 monitor connecting 79 monitor problems monitor not working 169 monitoring battery power 110...
...98 L LEDs system indicator lights 111 AC adaptor light 110 AC power light 44, 45 battery light 46 ON/OFF light 48, 87, 90, 92 Web Camera light 129 lock computer, using 94 M maintaining your battery 120 memory adding (optional) 49 check total memory 58 problem solving 166 removing memory module slot cover 52 Memory card reader inserting memory media 130 removing memory media 131 using 129 memory module installation 50 inserting into socket 52 removing 55, 57 microphone using 128 modem problem solving 173 monitor connecting 79 monitor problems monitor not working 169 monitoring battery power 110...
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... N network accessing 127 connecting your computer 127 networking wireless 126 notification area 126 O ON/OFF indicator light 111 online resources Toshiba 105 optical disc drive problems 171 troubleshooting 171 optional external devices adding 49 optional secondary battery 108 other documentation 39 P password deleting a supervisor 142 deleting a user 143 instant password 140 instant, using 140 power-on password 140 setting 140 setting a supervisor 141 setting a user 142 supervisor password 140 user password 140 port HDMI™ 78 RGB 78 power computer will not start 160 connecting cable...
... N network accessing 127 connecting your computer 127 networking wireless 126 notification area 126 O ON/OFF indicator light 111 online resources Toshiba 105 optical disc drive problems 171 troubleshooting 171 optional external devices adding 49 optional secondary battery 108 other documentation 39 P password deleting a supervisor 142 deleting a user 143 instant password 140 instant, using 140 power-on password 140 setting 140 setting a supervisor 141 setting a user 142 supervisor password 140 user password 140 port HDMI™ 78 RGB 78 power computer will not start 160 connecting cable...
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... Monitor 157 TOSHIBA Service Station 157 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TouchPad™ using 74 traveling tips 122 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 175 external keyboard 168 keyboard 168 optical disc drive 171 turning off computer 82 computer more quickly 85 options 83 turning on power 48 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 181 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 150 USB Wakeup function does not work 181 USB-compatible printer 81 user password, deleting 143 user password, setting 142 using a microphone 128 computer lock 94 Hibernation mode 87 hot key to set a power plan 115 Memory card reader...
... Monitor 157 TOSHIBA Service Station 157 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TouchPad™ using 74 traveling tips 122 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 175 external keyboard 168 keyboard 168 optical disc drive 171 turning off computer 82 computer more quickly 85 options 83 turning on power 48 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 181 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 150 USB Wakeup function does not work 181 USB-compatible printer 81 user password, deleting 143 user password, setting 142 using a microphone 128 computer lock 94 Hibernation mode 87 hot key to set a power plan 115 Memory card reader...