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...partition 54 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 57 Creating recovery DVDs/media 59 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 62 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 64 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the TouchPad 66 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 70 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 70 Using external display devices 71 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 71 Adjusting the quality of the external display 72 Using an external keyboard 72 Using a mouse 73 Connecting...
...partition 54 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 57 Creating recovery DVDs/media 59 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 62 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 64 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the TouchPad 66 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 70 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 70 Using external display devices 71 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 71 Adjusting the quality of the external display 72 Using an external keyboard 72 Using a mouse 73 Connecting...
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... used batteries 112 Traveling tips 113 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 114 Exploring the desktop 114 Finding your way around the desktop 115 Setting up for communications 117 Connecting your computer to a network .........118 Exploring audio features 118 Recording sounds 118 Using external speakers or headphones..........119 Using the Web Camera 120 Using the Memory card reader 120 Inserting memory media 121 Removing memory media 121 Chapter 5: Utilities 123 TOSHIBA Assist 124 Connect...
... used batteries 112 Traveling tips 113 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 114 Exploring the desktop 114 Finding your way around the desktop 115 Setting up for communications 117 Connecting your computer to a network .........118 Exploring audio features 118 Recording sounds 118 Using external speakers or headphones..........119 Using the Web Camera 120 Using the Memory card reader 120 Inserting memory media 121 Removing memory media 121 Chapter 5: Utilities 123 TOSHIBA Assist 124 Connect...
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... 128 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 129 TOSHIBA Application Installer 130 Setting passwords 131 Using an instant password 131 Using a supervisor password 132 Using a user password 133 Deleting a user password 134 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 135 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 136 Mouse Utility 137 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 138 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 140 Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility.......140 USB Sleep and Charge 140 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 142 Power supply mode settings 142 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 143 TOSHIBA Accessibility 144 TOSHIBA eco...
... 128 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 129 TOSHIBA Application Installer 130 Setting passwords 131 Using an instant password 131 Using a supervisor password 132 Using a user password 133 Deleting a user password 134 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 135 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 136 Mouse Utility 137 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 138 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 140 Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility.......140 USB Sleep and Charge 140 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 142 Power supply mode settings 142 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 143 TOSHIBA Accessibility 144 TOSHIBA eco...
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... result in good condition. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 42 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in minor bodily...
... result in good condition. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 42 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in minor bodily...
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... later. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 If replacing an existing memory module, remove this memory module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on page 48. 10 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 11 Locate the empty memory module slot on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the...
... later. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that you may cause memory access problems. 9 If replacing an existing memory module, remove this memory module by performing steps 2-3 of "Removing a memory module" on page 48. 10 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 11 Locate the empty memory module slot on the underside of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the...
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... you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Do not try to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The computer could be lost. The memory module pops up normally. 48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you turn on the power: If "Start Windows®...
... you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. Do not try to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The computer could be lost. The memory module pops up normally. 48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you turn on the power: If "Start Windows®...
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... the computer. Using your computer is turned on a hard flat surface. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
... the computer. Using your computer is turned on a hard flat surface. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. NOTE From time to work. If unsure, cancel and try again. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted...
... : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. NOTE From time to work. If unsure, cancel and try again. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive NOTE To purchase an optional external writable optical drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted...
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... "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on page 188. NOTE Alternately, you can still use the TouchPad's control buttons and move the pointer by itself" to automatically select text, click buttons, and activate other user interface elements. 70 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Adjusting TouchPad™ settings While you are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of your finger on the TouchPad. For help with the TouchPad™. Also, accidental light touches...
... "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on page 188. NOTE Alternately, you can still use the TouchPad's control buttons and move the pointer by itself" to automatically select text, click buttons, and activate other user interface elements. 70 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Adjusting TouchPad™ settings While you are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of your finger on the TouchPad. For help with the TouchPad™. Also, accidental light touches...
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... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 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 Not Registered. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to exit. 134 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 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 Not Registered. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to exit. 134 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
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... computer's internal storage drive. The stored data uses a very small portion of the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain models). 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 your TOSHIBA computer. 146 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station helps...
... computer's internal storage drive. The stored data uses a very small portion of the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain models). 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 your TOSHIBA computer. 146 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station helps...
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... the specifications do this indicates a power mismatch. See "Contacting Toshiba" on the bottom of the computer. If the battery light is blinking when the computer is on . For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually...
... the specifications do this indicates a power mismatch. See "Contacting Toshiba" on the bottom of the computer. If the battery light is blinking when the computer is on . For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually...
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... "Installing a memory module" on page 42, and making sure the module is not caused by the device. The computer shuts down button in case the new version is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the memory module. The tabs that seem to another. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may include: ❖ The General tab, which provides basic information about Device Manager...
... "Installing a memory module" on page 42, and making sure the module is not caused by the device. The computer shuts down button in case the new version is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the memory module. The tabs that seem to another. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may include: ❖ The General tab, which provides basic information about Device Manager...
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... change the settings for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. For more information, see the Windows® online Help. If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 161 Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
... change the settings for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. For more information, see the Windows® online Help. If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 161 Display problems Here are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls...
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.... Most 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. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 Prepare your backup target by connecting it was in prior to the installation, undoing any changes that are now widely available can write to set a restore point...
.... Most 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. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 Prepare your backup target by connecting it was in prior to the installation, undoing any changes that are now widely available can write to set a restore point...
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... also diskette. HDMI - When you turn on the screen that are used to create a complete screen image. I icon - internal device - One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of programs and data. See also Sleep, Suspend. The primary (or only) hard disk in which certain keys in digital format, providing better picture quality than diskettes and are removable. The...
... also diskette. HDMI - When you turn on the screen that are used to create a complete screen image. I icon - internal device - One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of programs and data. See also Sleep, Suspend. The primary (or only) hard disk in which certain keys in digital format, providing better picture quality than diskettes and are removable. The...
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... charging 38, 100 conserving power 104 disposal 112 installing 107, 109 low charge 103 maintaining 111 monitoring power 38, 101 not charging 159 notifications 104 power plan 182 power plan hot key 106 real-time clock (RTC) 98, 100 remaining power 103 removing 108 safety precautions 110 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 40 start 116 C Call2Recycle™ battery 113 changing main battery 107 character keys 88 charging the battery 38 checking device properties 157 communications set...
... charging 38, 100 conserving power 104 disposal 112 installing 107, 109 low charge 103 maintaining 111 monitoring power 38, 101 not charging 159 notifications 104 power plan 182 power plan hot key 106 real-time clock (RTC) 98, 100 remaining power 103 removing 108 safety precautions 110 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 40 start 116 C Call2Recycle™ battery 113 changing main battery 107 character keys 88 charging the battery 38 checking device properties 157 communications set...
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... disabling or enabling wireless devices 187 display brightness 186 Hibernation mode 184 keyboard overlays 190 Lock (Instant security) 181 Output (Display switch) 185 power plan 182 Sleep mode 183 volume mute 180 Zoom (Display resolution) 189 zooming in 190 zooming out 190 Hot Key Cards 176 Hot key functions 180 hot key power plan 106 I icon 115 desktop 115 moving to desktop 115 recycle bin 115 safety 30 installation memory module 42 installing main battery 107, 109 memory modules 42 mouse 73 Internet bookmarked...
... disabling or enabling wireless devices 187 display brightness 186 Hibernation mode 184 keyboard overlays 190 Lock (Instant security) 181 Output (Display switch) 185 power plan 182 Sleep mode 183 volume mute 180 Zoom (Display resolution) 189 zooming in 190 zooming out 190 Hot Key Cards 176 Hot key functions 180 hot key power plan 106 I icon 115 desktop 115 moving to desktop 115 recycle bin 115 safety 30 installation memory module 42 installing main battery 107, 109 memory modules 42 mouse 73 Internet bookmarked...
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... memory module slot 44 microphone using 118 monitor connecting 71 monitor problems monitor not working 161 mouse installing 73 mouse utility 137 N networking wireless 117 notification area 117 O other documentation 31 overlay keys 89 P password deleting a supervisor 133 disabling a user 134 setting a user 133 supervisor set up 132 types 131 passwords instant, using 131 setting 131 port monitor 71 power computer will not start 152 connecting cable to AC adaptor 37 cord/cable 37 cord/cable connectors 191 energy-saving features 97 problem solving 159 turning on 40 power button...
... memory module slot 44 microphone using 118 monitor connecting 71 monitor problems monitor not working 161 mouse installing 73 mouse utility 137 N networking wireless 117 notification area 117 O other documentation 31 overlay keys 89 P password deleting a supervisor 133 disabling a user 134 setting a user 133 supervisor set up 132 types 131 passwords instant, using 131 setting 131 port monitor 71 power computer will not start 152 connecting cable to AC adaptor 37 cord/cable 37 cord/cable connectors 191 energy-saving features 97 problem solving 159 turning on 40 power button...
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... Recovery Media Creator 129 TOSHIBA Service Station 146 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 143 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 70 disabling 70 enabling 70 using 66 traveling tips 113 troubleshooting external keyboard 160 keyboard 160 turning on the computer 40 turning on the power 40 U USB Sleep and Charge not working 171 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 140 USB Wakeup function does not work 172 USB-compatible printer 73 user password, disabling 134 user password, setting 133 using a file extension 94 Utilities 123 V video projector adjusting display 72 W warranty standard limited warranty 31 Web Camera...
... Recovery Media Creator 129 TOSHIBA Service Station 146 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 143 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 70 disabling 70 enabling 70 using 66 traveling tips 113 troubleshooting external keyboard 160 keyboard 160 turning on the computer 40 turning on the power 40 U USB Sleep and Charge not working 171 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 140 USB Wakeup function does not work 172 USB-compatible printer 73 user password, disabling 134 user password, setting 133 using a file extension 94 Utilities 123 V video projector adjusting display 72 W warranty standard limited warranty 31 Web Camera...