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... repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of service may not be a 900 number or any changes necessary to send any message unless such message clearly contains in advance that you will notify you in a margin at (949) 859-4273. In order to the fax software instructions installed on...
... repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of service may not be a 900 number or any changes necessary to send any message unless such message clearly contains in advance that you will notify you in a margin at (949) 859-4273. In order to the fax software instructions installed on...
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... 50 Opening the display panel 50 Your computer's features and specifications ....51 Turning on the power 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 Creating Recovery DVDs 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 62 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 68 Checking the HDD operating status 70 Installing drivers and applications 70 Using the TouchPad 71 Scrolling with the TouchPad 71 Control buttons 71 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 72 Using external display devices...
... 50 Opening the display panel 50 Your computer's features and specifications ....51 Turning on the power 51 Adding memory (optional 52 Installing a memory module 53 Removing a memory module 58 Checking total memory 60 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 61 Creating Recovery DVDs 61 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 62 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 68 Checking the HDD operating status 70 Installing drivers and applications 70 Using the TouchPad 71 Scrolling with the TouchPad 71 Control buttons 71 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 72 Using external display devices...
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...; Memory Card Format Utility .........163 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility 164 Booting from a bootable SD card 165 Mouse Utility 166 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 167 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 169 Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility.......169 USB Sleep and Charge 169 Enabling USB Sleep and Charge 171 Power supply mode settings 171 Battery settings 171 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 172 TOSHIBA Button Support 173 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 174 TOSHIBA Rotation Utility 175 Windows® Mobility Center 176 Tablet PC Settings 177 Toshiba Tablet Access Code Utility 179 TOSHIBA...
...; Memory Card Format Utility .........163 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility 164 Booting from a bootable SD card 165 Mouse Utility 166 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 167 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 169 Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility.......169 USB Sleep and Charge 169 Enabling USB Sleep and Charge 171 Power supply mode settings 171 Battery settings 171 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 172 TOSHIBA Button Support 173 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 174 TOSHIBA Rotation Utility 175 Windows® Mobility Center 176 Tablet PC Settings 177 Toshiba Tablet Access Code Utility 179 TOSHIBA...
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... in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. The Shut Down menu appears. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it. Failure to the lock button in minor bodily injury. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may also be hot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You...
... in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. The Shut Down menu appears. Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it. Failure to the lock button in minor bodily injury. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may also be hot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You...
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... Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. When the operating system has loaded, you are adding extra memory after setting up the next time you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 53 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration...
... Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. When the operating system has loaded, you are adding extra memory after setting up the next time you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 53 to remove a memory module with the computer turned on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration...
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...: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. NOTE From time to work. otherwise, click Cancel. 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 "Installing a memory module" on page 53), and then check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the...
...: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. NOTE From time to work. otherwise, click Cancel. 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 "Installing a memory module" on page 53), and then check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory (RAM). 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the...
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... you can also connect an external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options. 5 Select the settings you can change the enable/disable TouchPad setting, press Fn + F9. NOTE In the future you desire and click Apply. 6 Click OK. It usually corresponds to determine whether it uses the right mouse button. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To do this...
... you can also connect an external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options. 5 Select the settings you can change the enable/disable TouchPad setting, press Fn + F9. NOTE In the future you desire and click Apply. 6 Click OK. It usually corresponds to determine whether it uses the right mouse button. This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To do this...
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.... Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. 158 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 2 Click Set. 3 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 4 Click Set. 5 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on -screen instructions to...
.... Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. 158 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 2 Click Set. 3 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 4 Click Set. 5 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on -screen instructions to...
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... not working correctly. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you are familiar with Networking The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to or greater than the computer requires, even if the rated voltage is correct, and the plug fits correctly in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The Windows® operating system...
... not working correctly. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you are familiar with Networking The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to or greater than the computer requires, even if the rated voltage is correct, and the plug fits correctly in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The Windows® operating system...
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... the memory module installed, the error is causing a problem. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 58. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the lower-right part of the Start menu. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 197 ❖ The Resources tab, which displays the drivers being used by the memory module...
... the memory module installed, the error is causing a problem. The computer shuts down completely. 3 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 58. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in the lower-right part of the Start menu. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may be hardware or even software related. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 197 ❖ The Resources tab, which displays the drivers being used by the memory module...
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... a period of keyboard. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light is on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for all batteries. The keyboard you connected may be defective or incompatible with ? Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. Try using a different make sure the software you type, strange things...
... a period of keyboard. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light is on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for all batteries. The keyboard you connected may be defective or incompatible with ? Using the computer's TouchPad: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. Try using a different make sure the software you type, strange things...
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... display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. This opens the Personalization window. Click Display settings to activate the screen. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you to continue 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 . ❖ Check that the monitor is turned...
... display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. This opens the Personalization window. Click Display settings to activate the screen. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you to continue 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 . ❖ Check that the monitor is turned...
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... to the program's documentation and the modem manual for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. 208 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Modem problems (Available on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will be lit). ❖ Verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is ON (the wireless indicator light will not receive or transmit properly. Refer to change these settings.
... to the program's documentation and the modem manual for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. 208 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Modem problems (Available on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will be lit). ❖ Verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is ON (the wireless indicator light will not receive or transmit properly. Refer to change these settings.
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... of keys that enables any other on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. interlaced - See device. Memory cache installed on the network. Compare non-interlaced. See also World Wide Web. See also Sleep, Suspend. A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that you use to...
... of keys that enables any other on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. interlaced - See device. Memory cache installed on the network. Compare non-interlaced. See also World Wide Web. See also Sleep, Suspend. A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that you use to...
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... 124 installing 119, 121 low charge 115 maintaining 123 monitoring power 49, 113 258 not charging 198 notifications 115 power plan 229 power plan hot key 118 real-time clock (RTC) 110, 112 remaining power 114 removing 119 safety precautions 122 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 143 removing memory media 144 button power 52, 62 start 128 buttons eject, optical drive 102 C Call2Recycle™ battery 125 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 174 changing main battery 119
... 124 installing 119, 121 low charge 115 maintaining 123 monitoring power 49, 113 258 not charging 198 notifications 115 power plan 229 power plan hot key 118 real-time clock (RTC) 110, 112 remaining power 114 removing 119 safety precautions 122 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 143 removing memory media 144 button power 52, 62 start 128 buttons eject, optical drive 102 C Call2Recycle™ battery 125 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 174 changing main battery 119
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... files/trouble accessing a drive 202 running slow 202 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 203 cannot read a diskette 203 connecting 76 external, connecting 76 display does not look normal/flickers 200 external monitor not working 201 display devices external 72 display output settings 73 display panel opening 50 display problems screen is blank 200 display, external adjusting 74 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 124 double-click 71 DVD using 101 DVD player general problems 211 E EasyGuard® 109 eject button optical drive...
... files/trouble accessing a drive 202 running slow 202 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 203 cannot read a diskette 203 connecting 76 external, connecting 76 display does not look normal/flickers 200 external monitor not working 201 display devices external 72 display output settings 73 display panel opening 50 display problems screen is blank 200 display, external adjusting 74 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 124 double-click 71 DVD using 101 DVD player general problems 211 E EasyGuard® 109 eject button optical drive...
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... using 135 Help and Support Windows® operating system 195 Hibernation mode 77 configuring 81 hot key 231 starting again from 83 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 235 display brightness 233 Hibernation mode 231 keyboard overlays 237 Lock (Instant security) 228 optical disk drive 227 Output (Display switch) 232 power plan 229 Sleep mode 230 volume mute 226 Zoom (Display resolution) 236 zooming in 237 zooming out 237 Hot Key Cards 221 Hot key functions 225 hot key power plan 118 http 132 I i.LINK® port...
... using 135 Help and Support Windows® operating system 195 Hibernation mode 77 configuring 81 hot key 231 starting again from 83 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 235 display brightness 233 Hibernation mode 231 keyboard overlays 237 Lock (Instant security) 228 optical disk drive 227 Output (Display switch) 232 power plan 229 Sleep mode 230 volume mute 226 Zoom (Display resolution) 236 zooming in 237 zooming out 237 Hot Key Cards 221 Hot key functions 225 hot key power plan 118 http 132 I i.LINK® port...
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... Internet Service Providers ISPs 132 J jack RJ-11 131 K keyboard character keys 92 function keys 93 hot keys 237 not working 191 overlay keys 94 special Windows® keys 93 troubleshooting 199 unexpected characters 199 using 92 keyboard, external 74 keyboard, full-size 92 L light AC power 47 drive in-use indicator 102 lock computer, using 88 M main battery changing 119 installing 119, 121 removing 119 safety precautions 122 manual eject hole optical drive 102 memory adding 52 problem solving 197 removing memory module slot cover 55 memory module installation 53 installing...
... Internet Service Providers ISPs 132 J jack RJ-11 131 K keyboard character keys 92 function keys 93 hot keys 237 not working 191 overlay keys 94 special Windows® keys 93 troubleshooting 199 unexpected characters 199 using 92 keyboard, external 74 keyboard, full-size 92 L light AC power 47 drive in-use indicator 102 lock computer, using 88 M main battery changing 119 installing 119, 121 removing 119 safety precautions 122 manual eject hole optical drive 102 memory adding 52 problem solving 197 removing memory module slot cover 55 memory module installation 53 installing...
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... removing disc 106, 107 troubleshooting 203 using 101 optical media recording 106 other documentation 40 overlay keys 94 P password deleting a supervisor 157 disabling a user 158 setting a user 157 supervisor set up 156 types 155 passwords instant, using 155 setting 155 PC Card checklist 205 configuring 142 errors 207 hot swapping fails 206 inserting 141 not recognized 206 problem solving 205 removing 142 setting up 142 PC Card problems computer stops working 206 slot appears dead 205 port monitor 72 power...
... removing disc 106, 107 troubleshooting 203 using 101 optical media recording 106 other documentation 40 overlay keys 94 P password deleting a supervisor 157 disabling a user 158 setting a user 157 supervisor set up 156 types 155 passwords instant, using 155 setting 155 PC Card checklist 205 configuring 142 errors 207 hot swapping fails 206 inserting 141 not recognized 206 problem solving 205 removing 142 setting up 142 PC Card problems computer stops working 206 slot appears dead 205 port monitor 72 power...
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...; Memory Card Format Utility 163 TOSHIBA Security Assist 159 Toshiba tablet pen 138 using 139 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 172 TouchPad™ control buttons 71 primary button 71 secondary button 72 using 71 traveling tips 125 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 211 external keyboard 199 keyboard 199 optical drive 203 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 181 turning on the computer 51 turning on the power 51 U Ultra SlimBay II 144 installing module 146 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 169 USB-compatible printer 74 user password, disabling 158 user password, setting 157 using...
...; Memory Card Format Utility 163 TOSHIBA Security Assist 159 Toshiba tablet pen 138 using 139 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 172 TouchPad™ control buttons 71 primary button 71 secondary button 72 using 71 traveling tips 125 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 211 external keyboard 199 keyboard 199 optical drive 203 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 181 turning on the computer 51 turning on the power 51 U Ultra SlimBay II 144 installing module 146 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 169 USB-compatible printer 74 user password, disabling 158 user password, setting 157 using...