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... telephone network, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. If Problems Arise If this , it is resolved. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support...
... telephone network, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. If Problems Arise If this , it is resolved. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support...
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... to a custom size partition 64 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 72 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 74 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 75 Installing drivers and applications 76 Using the TouchPad 76 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 79 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 80 Using external display devices 80 Selecting video cables 81 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 81 Connecting an external monitor or projector.....81...
... to a custom size partition 64 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 72 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 74 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 75 Installing drivers and applications 76 Using the TouchPad 76 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 79 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 80 Using external display devices 80 Selecting video cables 81 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 81 Connecting an external monitor or projector.....81...
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... Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......165 Power supply mode settings 166 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 167 TOSHIBA Button Support 168 TOSHIBA Accessibility 169 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 170 Fingerprint utility limitations 170 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....170 Fingerprint Logon 171 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 171 Fingerprint reader limitations 173 TOSHIBA eco Utility 174 TOSHIBA Service Station 175 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 175 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 177 Problems that are easy to fix 177 Problems when you turn...
... Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......165 Power supply mode settings 166 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 167 TOSHIBA Button Support 168 TOSHIBA Accessibility 169 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 170 Fingerprint utility limitations 170 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....170 Fingerprint Logon 171 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 171 Fingerprint reader limitations 173 TOSHIBA eco Utility 174 TOSHIBA Service Station 175 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 175 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 177 Problems that are easy to fix 177 Problems when you turn...
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... bodily injury. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the bottom slot. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is the top slot. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is to follow...
... bodily injury. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the bottom slot. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is the top slot. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is to follow...
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... of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Back of the computer. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer.
... of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Static electricity can retrieve them later. Back of the computer. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the computer.
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... the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Removing a memory module If you are protected from overheating when the power is connected to work surface before restarting the computer. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 127. 16 Turn...
... the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Removing a memory module If you are protected from overheating when the power is connected to work surface before restarting the computer. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 127. 16 Turn...
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... of computer Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Back of the computer. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). For more...
... of computer Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Back of the computer. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). For more...
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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 your computer) to the HDMI™ Out port on the external device. NOTE In the future you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the...
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 your computer) to the HDMI™ Out port on the external device. NOTE In the future you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the...
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... audio CD and close the disc tray. If the computer is turned on the center of media, use the associated software to recordable optical media. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. Do not set the volume too high when using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. Recording optical media Depending on the disc...
... audio CD and close the disc tray. If the computer is turned on the center of media, use the associated software to recordable optical media. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. Do not set the volume too high when using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. Recording optical media Depending on the disc...
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... external media of your choice, or click Cancel to continue without saving the password to a text file. 8 Click OK to remove the user password. NOTE This will remove the user password only. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. 154 Utilities Setting passwords 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Delete. 5 Follow the on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities...
... external media of your choice, or click Cancel to continue without saving the password to a text file. 8 Click OK to remove the user password. NOTE This will remove the user password only. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. 154 Utilities Setting passwords 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Delete. 5 Follow the on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities...
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... the internal storage drive may use this information for quality assurance analysis. 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, docking and USB information), date of your computer. Subject to install the updates if you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is available for various devices). TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA...
... the internal storage drive may use this information for quality assurance analysis. 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, docking and USB information), date of your computer. Subject to install the updates if you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is available for various devices). TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA...
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... to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of 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...
... to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you experience any of 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...
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... previous setting. Display problems Here are off the numlock light. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. A keypad overlay may be on , press Fn + F10 to turn off , make sure the display priority is registered, press any of keyboard. You may need to activate the screen. If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. You have registered a password, press any key to update your keyboard driver.
... previous setting. Display problems Here are off the numlock light. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. A keypad overlay may be on , press Fn + F10 to turn off , make sure the display priority is registered, press any of keyboard. You may need to activate the screen. If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. You have registered a password, press any key to update your keyboard driver.
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... longer work under System, click Device Manager. If the card malfunctions again, it may be dead. ExpressCard® problems (Available on certain models.) ExpressCards® include many types of new cards. This is inserted properly into the slot. ❖ Make sure all cables are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard®slips through quality control. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory...
... longer work under System, click Device Manager. If the card malfunctions again, it may be dead. ExpressCard® problems (Available on certain models.) ExpressCards® include many types of new cards. This is inserted properly into the slot. ❖ Make sure all cables are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard®slips through quality control. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory...
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... operating system automatically recognize the change. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the motherboard to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using a pointing device such as a mouse...
... operating system automatically recognize the change. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the motherboard to the same state it was when the computer was turned off . HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using a pointing device such as a mouse...
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Index A AC adaptor 46 AC power 115 AC power light 46 accessing network 136 adding memory check total memory 60 memory (optional) 51 optional external devices 51 adequate ventilation cooling fan 45 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 79 Application Cards 209 audio features 138 B backing up files 98, 106 battery battery life 114 Call2Recycle™ 130 care 128, 129 changing 125 238 charge indicator light 48 charge time 116 charger 116 charging 48, 116 charging the real-time clock...
Index A AC adaptor 46 AC power 115 AC power light 46 accessing network 136 adding memory check total memory 60 memory (optional) 51 optional external devices 51 adequate ventilation cooling fan 45 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 79 Application Cards 209 audio features 138 B backing up files 98, 106 battery battery life 114 Call2Recycle™ 130 care 128, 129 changing 125 238 charge indicator light 48 charge time 116 charger 116 charging 48, 116 charging the real-time clock...
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Index 239 running computer on battery power 114 safety precautions 128 setting notifications 120 battery indicator light 119 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button eco Utility™ 124 eject, optical disc drive 108 power 50 Shut down 53, 87 start 134 C Call2Recycle™ battery 130 caring for your computer 95 changing battery 125 character keys 99 charging the battery 48 cleaning the computer 95 communications network connection 136 set up 135 computer caring for 95 cleaning...
Index 239 running computer on battery power 114 safety precautions 128 setting notifications 120 battery indicator light 119 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button eco Utility™ 124 eject, optical disc drive 108 power 50 Shut down 53, 87 start 134 C Call2Recycle™ battery 130 caring for your computer 95 changing battery 125 character keys 99 charging the battery 48 cleaning the computer 95 communications network connection 136 set up 135 computer caring for 95 cleaning...
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disabling or enabling wireless devices 218 display brightness 217 Hibernation mode 215 keyboard overlays 221 Lock (Instant security) 212 Output (Display switch) 216 power plan 213 Sleep mode 214 using to set a power plan 123 volume mute 211 Zoom (Display resolution) 221 zooming in 221 zooming out 221 Hot Key Cards 207 Hot key functions 211 I icon desktop 133 moving to desktop 133 recycle bin 133 safety 40 inserting ExpressCard® 140 installation memory module 52 installing a charged battery 127 battery 125 memory modules 51...
disabling or enabling wireless devices 218 display brightness 217 Hibernation mode 215 keyboard overlays 221 Lock (Instant security) 212 Output (Display switch) 216 power plan 213 Sleep mode 214 using to set a power plan 123 volume mute 211 Zoom (Display resolution) 221 zooming in 221 zooming out 221 Hot Key Cards 207 Hot key functions 211 I icon desktop 133 moving to desktop 133 recycle bin 133 safety 40 inserting ExpressCard® 140 installation memory module 52 installing a charged battery 127 battery 125 memory modules 51...
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... video cables 81 setting low battery notifications 120 setting up AC adaptor 46 adding memory (optional) 51 communications 135 computer 45 software Setup Wizard 50 work environment 42 setting up a connection 136 settings customize computer settings 95 display output 82 Shut down button 53, 87 command 87 computer 53, 87 Hibernation mode 90 Sleep mode 92 Sleep mode 86 configuring 92 configuring options 92 hot key 214 powering down 92 Shut down 92 starting again from 95 using 92 software Setup...
... video cables 81 setting low battery notifications 120 setting up AC adaptor 46 adding memory (optional) 51 communications 135 computer 45 software Setup Wizard 50 work environment 42 setting up a connection 136 settings customize computer settings 95 display output 82 Shut down button 53, 87 command 87 computer 53, 87 Hibernation mode 90 Sleep mode 92 Sleep mode 86 configuring 92 configuring options 92 hot key 214 powering down 92 Shut down 92 starting again from 95 using 92 software Setup...
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... quickly 87 options 85 turning on power 50 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 202 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 163 USB Wakeup function does not work 203 USB-compatible printer 83 user password, deleting 154 user password, setting 153 using a microphone 138 computer lock 96 DVDs 107 expansion port 143 ExpressCard® 140 Hibernation mode 89 hot key to set a power plan 123 Memory card reader 141 optical disc drive 107 Shut down command 87 Sleep mode 92 TOSHIBA eco power plan 124 TouchPad™ 76 Web Camera 139 using the keyboard 98 using...
... quickly 87 options 85 turning on power 50 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 202 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 163 USB Wakeup function does not work 203 USB-compatible printer 83 user password, deleting 154 user password, setting 153 using a microphone 138 computer lock 96 DVDs 107 expansion port 143 ExpressCard® 140 Hibernation mode 89 hot key to set a power plan 123 Memory card reader 141 optical disc drive 107 Shut down command 87 Sleep mode 92 TOSHIBA eco power plan 124 TouchPad™ 76 Web Camera 139 using the keyboard 98 using...