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Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your computer has the capability to send and receive fax transmissions. If Problems Arise If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will...
Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your computer has the capability to send and receive fax transmissions. If Problems Arise If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will...
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... recovery method 65 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Recovering to a custom size partition 70 Creating recovery DVDs/media 72 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 75 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 77 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 78 Installing drivers and applications 79 Using the touch pad 79 Adjusting touch pad settings 82 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 83 Using external display devices 83 Selecting video cables 84 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 84 Connecting an external monitor...
... recovery method 65 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Recovering to a custom size partition 70 Creating recovery DVDs/media 72 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 75 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 77 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 78 Installing drivers and applications 79 Using the touch pad 79 Adjusting touch pad settings 82 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 83 Using external display devices 83 Selecting video cables 84 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 84 Connecting an external monitor...
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... media 144 Removing memory media 145 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 146 Using the expansion port 146 Chapter 5: Utilities 147 TOSHIBA Assist 148 Connect 149 Secure 150 Protect & Fix 151 Optimize 152 TOSHIBA Application Installer 153 Setting passwords 154 Using an instant password 154 Using a supervisor password 155 Using a user password 156 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 158 TOSHIBA Security Assist 159 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 161 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 162 Mouse Utility 163 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 164 TOSHBA Sleep Utility 166 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep...
... media 144 Removing memory media 145 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 146 Using the expansion port 146 Chapter 5: Utilities 147 TOSHIBA Assist 148 Connect 149 Secure 150 Protect & Fix 151 Optimize 152 TOSHIBA Application Installer 153 Setting passwords 154 Using an instant password 154 Using a supervisor password 155 Using a user password 156 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 158 TOSHIBA Security Assist 159 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 161 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 162 Mouse Utility 163 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 164 TOSHBA Sleep Utility 166 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep...
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... two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. You can be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is in the memory module slots on may damage the computer, the module, or both. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. You will be hot. Before you install or remove a memory module while...
... two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. You can be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is in the memory module slots on may damage the computer, the module, or both. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started 55 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. You will be hot. Before you install or remove a memory module while...
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... main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 131. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Using your computer is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 63. When the operating system...
... main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 131. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Using your computer is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 63. When the operating system...
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62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Slot A Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 131. 6 Turn the computer right side up. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or...
62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Slot A Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 131. 6 Turn the computer right side up. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or...
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... 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 your computer without your internal storage drive if necessary. otherwise, click Cancel. If unsure, cancel and try again. To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and...
... 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 your computer without your internal storage drive if necessary. otherwise, click Cancel. If unsure, cancel and try again. To purchase an optional external writable optical disc drive or a USB Flash drive, visit the Toshiba Web site at least one memory module installed for the computer to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and...
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... of an HDMI™ cable (not included with the television or display device for more information. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. NOTE In the future you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. 84 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you can easily attach an external monitor or projector...
... of an HDMI™ cable (not included with the television or display device for more information. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. NOTE In the future you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. 84 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you can easily attach an external monitor or projector...
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... Using the optical disc drive Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. If your disc does not run the optical disc. If the computer is turned on the configuration, your disc, try using headphones. Recording optical media Depending on , the default player opens. ❖ To play the CD. For other types of media, use...
... Using the optical disc drive Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. If your disc does not run the optical disc. If the computer is turned on the configuration, your disc, try using headphones. Recording optical media Depending on , the default player opens. ❖ To play the CD. For other types of media, use...
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... the User Password icon. 4 Click Delete. 5 Follow the 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. NOTE This will remove the user password only. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 157 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 4 Click Set. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again...
... the User Password icon. 4 Click Delete. 5 Follow the 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. NOTE This will remove the user password only. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 157 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 4 Click Set. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again...
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... 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 initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may be used to identify and provide a notification of system conditions that may also be transferred to install the updates if you when updated software, firmware, documentation...
... 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 initial system use restrictions above, the data logged on the internal storage drive may be used to identify and provide a notification of system conditions that may also be transferred to install the updates if you when updated software, firmware, documentation...
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... 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 change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To open the Startup menu...
... 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 change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To open the Startup menu...
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... light or cursor control overlay light is on . You have registered a password, press any key to update your keyboard driver. Press any key, type the password and press Enter. If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. Refer to the documentation that the program does not assign different meanings to any key. Display problems Here are using is not set for an external monitor. If no password...
... light or cursor control overlay light is on . You have registered a password, press any key to update your keyboard driver. Press any key, type the password and press Enter. If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. Refer to the documentation that the program does not assign different meanings to any key. Display problems Here are using is not set for an external monitor. If no password...
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... been using utility software. Many software packages automatically create backup files. If the optical disc drive is dirty. This is clean. After it has shut completely. Replace the disc in the tray. Examine the disc to the documentation that the hardware configuration meets its documentation and check that came with your software documentation for a long time, your network administrator. Press gently until it is an external drive, make...
... been using utility software. Many software packages automatically create backup files. If the optical disc drive is dirty. This is clean. After it has shut completely. Replace the disc in the tray. Examine the disc to the documentation that the hardware configuration meets its documentation and check that came with your software documentation for a long time, your network administrator. Press gently until it is an external drive, make...
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... this chapter may not work . Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Resolving ExpressCard® problems Here are having trouble getting one or more of the ExpressCard for your ExpressCard and the card did not come with a ExpressCard slot is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. Adjust the volume control. Contact the manufacturer of...
... this chapter may not work . Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Resolving ExpressCard® problems Here are having trouble getting one or more of the ExpressCard for your ExpressCard and the card did not come with a ExpressCard slot is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. Adjust the volume control. Contact the manufacturer of...
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... change. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the screen that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open...
... change. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the screen that saves to the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open...
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... a network 140 HDMI™-compatible TV or display device 84 monitor 84 power cord/cable 50 power source 50 connection set up 140 cooling fan adequate ventilation 48 customize computer settings 98 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 200 desktop creating new icon 137 exploring the 136 icons 137 recycle bin 137 standard features 137 Windows® operating system 136 Device Manager fixing a problem 184 directing display output 85 disabling touch pad 83, 218 display troubleshooting 188 display devices external 83 display output settings...
... a network 140 HDMI™-compatible TV or display device 84 monitor 84 power cord/cable 50 power source 50 connection set up 140 cooling fan adequate ventilation 48 customize computer settings 98 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 200 desktop creating new icon 137 exploring the 136 icons 137 recycle bin 137 standard features 137 Windows® operating system 136 Device Manager fixing a problem 184 directing display output 85 disabling touch pad 83, 218 display troubleshooting 188 display devices external 83 display output settings...
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... Hibernation mode 214 keyboard overlays 220 Lock (Instant security) 211 optical disk drive 209 Output (Display switch) 215 power plan 212 Sleep mode 213 using to set a power plan 127 volume mute 210 zoom 220 zoom in 220 zoom out 220 Hot Key Cards 207 Hot key functions 209 I icon desktop 137 moving to desktop 137 recycle bin 137 safety 43 inserting ExpressCard® 143 installation memory module 55 installing a charged battery 131 battery 129 memory modules 54 mouse 86 Instruction Manual...
... Hibernation mode 214 keyboard overlays 220 Lock (Instant security) 211 optical disk drive 209 Output (Display switch) 215 power plan 212 Sleep mode 213 using to set a power plan 127 volume mute 210 zoom 220 zoom in 220 zoom out 220 Hot Key Cards 207 Hot key functions 209 I icon desktop 137 moving to desktop 137 recycle bin 137 safety 43 inserting ExpressCard® 143 installation memory module 55 installing a charged battery 131 battery 129 memory modules 54 mouse 86 Instruction Manual...
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... starting again from Hibernation mode 95 Sleep mode 98 Startup menu problem solving 182 supervisor password, deleting 156 supervisor password, set up 155 system indicator lights AC power 49 drive in-use indicator 111 LEDs 50, 51, 53, 92, 95, 98, 122, 123, 142 T taskbar 139 television adjusting display 86 tips for computing 100 Toshiba online resources 116 registering computer Toshiba Web site 54 worldwide offices 205 TOSHIBA Accessibility 170 Toshiba accessories memory 54 TOSHIBA Application Installer...
... starting again from Hibernation mode 95 Sleep mode 98 Startup menu problem solving 182 supervisor password, deleting 156 supervisor password, set up 155 system indicator lights AC power 49 drive in-use indicator 111 LEDs 50, 51, 53, 92, 95, 98, 122, 123, 142 T taskbar 139 television adjusting display 86 tips for computing 100 Toshiba online resources 116 registering computer Toshiba Web site 54 worldwide offices 205 TOSHIBA Accessibility 170 Toshiba accessories memory 54 TOSHIBA Application Installer...
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... 192 installing hardware/software 201 keyboard 187 keyboard will not respond 179 memory problems 185 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 189 on-screen eject button 191 optical disc drive 190 power and batteries 185 printer 194 restore points 199 screen does not look correct/ flickers 188 slow Internet connection 183 sound system 191 trouble running discs 191 trouble running programs 190 URL address not found 183 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 202 USB Wakeup function does not work 203 Windows® operating...
... 192 installing hardware/software 201 keyboard 187 keyboard will not respond 179 memory problems 185 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 189 on-screen eject button 191 optical disc drive 190 power and batteries 185 printer 194 restore points 199 screen does not look correct/ flickers 188 slow Internet connection 183 sound system 191 trouble running discs 191 trouble running programs 190 URL address not found 183 USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 202 USB Wakeup function does not work 203 Windows® operating...