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... company and let them to make changes in writing, to allow you to make any other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in advance that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. In order to file a complaint with this computer. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to provide...
... company and let them to make changes in writing, to allow you to make any other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in advance that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. In order to file a complaint with this computer. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to provide...
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... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 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 76 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 77 Using external display devices 77 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 79 Adjusting the quality of the external display......80 Using an external keyboard 80 Using a mouse...
... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 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 76 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 77 Using external display devices 77 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 79 Adjusting the quality of the external display......80 Using an external keyboard 80 Using a mouse...
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... to, and downloading files from, the Internet 134 Exploring audio features 135 Recording sounds 135 Using external speakers or headphones..........135 Using the Web Camera 136 Using the Memory card reader 137 Inserting memory media 138 Removing memory media 138 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 139 Chapter 5: Utilities 140 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Connect 142 Secure 143 Protect & Fix 144 Optimize 145 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 Setting passwords 147 Using an instant password 147 Using a supervisor password 148 Using a user password 149 Deleting a user password 150 TOSHIBA Face...
... to, and downloading files from, the Internet 134 Exploring audio features 135 Recording sounds 135 Using external speakers or headphones..........135 Using the Web Camera 136 Using the Memory card reader 137 Inserting memory media 138 Removing memory media 138 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 139 Chapter 5: Utilities 140 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Connect 142 Secure 143 Protect & Fix 144 Optimize 145 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 Setting passwords 147 Using an instant password 147 Using a supervisor password 148 Using a user password 149 Deleting a user password 150 TOSHIBA Face...
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... Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your software. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may be hot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software...
... Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your software. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may be hot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software...
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... a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in serious injury. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up...
... a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in serious injury. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up...
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... power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to work surface before restarting the computer. Overheating your computer is displayed below the System heading. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. The System window appears. Installed memory (RAM) is in "Installing a memory module...
... power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to work surface before restarting the computer. Overheating your computer is displayed below the System heading. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. The System window appears. Installed memory (RAM) is in "Installing a memory module...
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...: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your television. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. 78 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device.
...: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your television. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. 78 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device.
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... on-screen instructions to exit. 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. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
... on-screen instructions to exit. 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. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
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... the internal storage drive. The stored data uses a very small portion of your Toshiba computer. Those countries may or may also be transferred to help diagnose problems should the computer require service 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...
... the internal storage drive. The stored data uses a very small portion of your Toshiba computer. Those countries may or may also be transferred to help diagnose problems should the computer require service 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...
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.... The battery light is blinking when the computer is on the bottom of the computer and the AC adaptor show the specifications for voltage ("V") and current ("A") for each device. The amperage rating of these problems, use the AC adaptor that required by the computer. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program...
.... The battery light is blinking when the computer is on the bottom of the computer and the AC adaptor show the specifications for voltage ("V") and current ("A") for each device. The amperage rating of these problems, use the AC adaptor that required by the computer. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program...
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... the memory module, following the instructions in "Installing a memory module" on page 52, and making sure the module is worthwhile checking for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to Windows® online Help. Properties include the name of the manufacturer, the type of tabs. To check a device's properties: 1 Click Start, Control Panel...
... the memory module, following the instructions in "Installing a memory module" on page 52, and making sure the module is worthwhile checking for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to Windows® online Help. Properties include the name of the manufacturer, the type of tabs. To check a device's properties: 1 Click Start, Control Panel...
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... then Change display settings to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the built-in screen, make of keyboard. Press any key. The screen does not look correct. 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 on the external monitor...
... then Change display settings to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is not set for the built-in screen, make of keyboard. Press any key. The screen does not look correct. 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 on the external monitor...
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... data. Make sure the cable from the modem to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Check the communications parameters (baud rate, parity, data length and stop bits) specified in Device Manager (part of networks, and may be a configuration issue. For more advanced users. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of the Windows® Control Panel, System and Security). If you need assistance or...
... data. Make sure the cable from the modem to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Check the communications parameters (baud rate, parity, data length and stop bits) specified in Device Manager (part of networks, and may be a configuration issue. For more advanced users. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of the Windows® Control Panel, System and Security). If you need assistance or...
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... 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 special toolbars for "back up the computer while running on -screen instructions to the state it and/or inserting a blank optical disc in case you will then be able to easily restore the Windows® operating...
... 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 special toolbars for "back up the computer while running on -screen instructions to the state it and/or inserting a blank optical disc in case you will then be able to easily restore the Windows® operating...
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.... Interlaced monitors take two passes to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. internal device - K keyboard shortcut - See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. L2 (level two) cache - See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. When you turn the computer off . A 3.5-inch diskette that represents a function, file, or program. A method of refreshing a computer screen, in...
.... Interlaced monitors take two passes to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. internal device - K keyboard shortcut - See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. L2 (level two) cache - See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. When you turn the computer off . A 3.5-inch diskette that represents a function, file, or program. A method of refreshing a computer screen, in...
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... changing 119 charge indicator light 48, 113 charge not lasting 175 charging 48, 112 conserving power 116 disposal 124 installing 119, 121 low charge 115 maintaining 123 monitoring power 48, 113 not charging 174 notifications 116 power plan 199 power plan hot key 118 real-time clock (RTC) 110, 112 remaining power 115 removing 120 safety precautions 122 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 128 buttons eject, optical drive 103 Media control buttons 104 C Call2Recycle™ battery 125 changing...
... changing 119 charge indicator light 48, 113 charge not lasting 175 charging 48, 112 conserving power 116 disposal 124 installing 119, 121 low charge 115 maintaining 123 monitoring power 48, 113 not charging 174 notifications 116 power plan 199 power plan hot key 118 real-time clock (RTC) 110, 112 remaining power 115 removing 120 safety precautions 122 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 128 buttons eject, optical drive 103 Media control buttons 104 C Call2Recycle™ battery 125 changing...
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... Disk Defragmenter 178 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 178 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 177 running slow 178 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 179 cannot read a diskette 179 display does not look normal/flickers 176 external monitor not working 177 display device connecting 77 external 77 display output settings 79 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 176 display, external adjusting 80 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 124 DVD using 102 DVD player general problems 184 E eject button...
... Disk Defragmenter 178 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 178 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 177 running slow 178 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 179 cannot read a diskette 179 display does not look normal/flickers 176 external monitor not working 177 display device connecting 77 external 77 display output settings 79 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 176 display, external adjusting 80 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 124 DVD using 102 DVD player general problems 184 E eject button...
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... enabling wireless devices 204 display brightness 203 Hibernation mode 201 keyboard overlays 207 Lock (Instant security) 198 Output (Display switch) 202 power plan 199 Sleep mode 200 volume mute 197 Zoom (Display resolution) 206 zooming in 207 zooming out 207 Hot Key Cards 193 Hot key functions 197 hot key power plan 118 http 132 I icon 127 desktop 127 moving to desktop 127 recycle bin 127 safety 40 installation memory module 52 installing main battery 119, 121 memory modules 52 mouse 80 Internet...
... enabling wireless devices 204 display brightness 203 Hibernation mode 201 keyboard overlays 207 Lock (Instant security) 198 Output (Display switch) 202 power plan 199 Sleep mode 200 volume mute 197 Zoom (Display resolution) 206 zooming in 207 zooming out 207 Hot Key Cards 193 Hot key functions 197 hot key power plan 118 http 132 I icon 127 desktop 127 moving to desktop 127 recycle bin 127 safety 40 installation memory module 52 installing main battery 119, 121 memory modules 52 mouse 80 Internet...
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... features 109 problem solving 174 turning on 50 power button 50 power plan hot key 118 power plans 117 power source connecting 47 powering down using Hibernate 86 using Sleep 88 precautions 43 printer connecting 80 problem solving 181 printing a file 100 problem solving AC power 174 accessing disk drives 168 battery charge does not last 175 battery not charging 174 cannot insert diskette in drive 179 cannot read a diskette 179 changing display properties 177 checking device properties 173...
... features 109 problem solving 174 turning on 50 power button 50 power plan hot key 118 power plans 117 power source connecting 47 powering down using Hibernate 86 using Sleep 88 precautions 43 printer connecting 80 problem solving 181 printing a file 100 problem solving AC power 174 accessing disk drives 168 battery charge does not last 175 battery not charging 174 cannot insert diskette in drive 179 cannot read a diskette 179 changing display properties 177 checking device properties 173...
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... worldwide offices 191 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA eco power plan Using 119 TOSHIBA eco Utility 160 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 Toshiba online resources 108 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 161 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility 153 TOSHIBA Service Station 161 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 76 disabling 77 enabling 77 using 74 traveling tips 125 troubleshooting DVD player
... worldwide offices 191 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA eco power plan Using 119 TOSHIBA eco Utility 160 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 Toshiba online resources 108 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 161 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility 153 TOSHIBA Service Station 161 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 76 disabling 77 enabling 77 using 74 traveling tips 125 troubleshooting DVD player