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... recovery method 54 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 56 Recovering to a custom size partition 59 Creating recovery media 61 Restoring from recovery media 64 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 66 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 67 Installing drivers and applications 67 Using the touch pad 68 Adjusting touch pad settings 71 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 72 Scrolling with the touch pad 72 Control buttons 72 Connecting an external device 73 Using external display devices 73 Selecting video cables 73 Connecting an HDMI...
... recovery method 54 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 56 Recovering to a custom size partition 59 Creating recovery media 61 Restoring from recovery media 64 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 66 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 67 Installing drivers and applications 67 Using the touch pad 68 Adjusting touch pad settings 71 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 72 Scrolling with the touch pad 72 Control buttons 72 Connecting an external device 73 Using external display devices 73 Selecting video cables 73 Connecting an HDMI...
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... around the desktop 107 Setting up for communications 109 Connecting your computer to a network .........110 Exploring audio features 110 Recording sounds 110 Using external speakers or headphones..........111 Using the Web Camera 111 Using an ExpressCard 112 Inserting an ExpressCard 112 Removing an ExpressCard 113 Using the Memory card reader 114 Inserting memory media 114 Removing memory media 115 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 116 Using the expansion port 116 Chapter 5: Utilities 117 TOSHIBA Assist 118
... around the desktop 107 Setting up for communications 109 Connecting your computer to a network .........110 Exploring audio features 110 Recording sounds 110 Using external speakers or headphones..........111 Using the Web Camera 111 Using an ExpressCard 112 Inserting an ExpressCard 112 Removing an ExpressCard 113 Using the Memory card reader 114 Inserting memory media 114 Removing memory media 115 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 116 Using the expansion port 116 Chapter 5: Utilities 117 TOSHIBA Assist 118
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... Connect 119 Secure 120 Protect & Fix 121 Optimize 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 123 Setting passwords 124 Using an instant password 124 Using a supervisor password 125 Using a user password 126 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 128 TOSHIBA Security Assist 129 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 131 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 132 Mouse Utility 133 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 134 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 136 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 136 USB Sleep and Charge 136 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......138 Power supply mode settings 138 TOSHIBA Button Support...
... Connect 119 Secure 120 Protect & Fix 121 Optimize 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 123 Setting passwords 124 Using an instant password 124 Using a supervisor password 125 Using a user password 126 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 128 TOSHIBA Security Assist 129 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 131 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 132 Mouse Utility 133 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 134 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 136 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 136 USB Sleep and Charge 136 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......138 Power supply mode settings 138 TOSHIBA Button Support...
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... notice. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series.
... notice. For more detailed information about your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series.
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... applications. If 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 procedure. Installing a memory module with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or...
... applications. If 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 procedure. Installing a memory module with enough memory to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your system or...
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... AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer on page 101. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface.
... AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer on page 101. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface.
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... 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. If you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities...
... 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. If you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities...
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... may include USB 3.0 port(s). Using external display devices When the touch pad is disabled, the (touch pad) primary and secondary buttons will also be disabled.Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on your computer. You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port ❖ An external monitor or projector...
... may include USB 3.0 port(s). Using external display devices When the touch pad is disabled, the (touch pad) primary and secondary buttons will also be disabled.Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to a live electrical outlet (if applicable). 4 Turn on your computer. You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port ❖ An external monitor or projector...
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... Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to the computer: ❖ Connect one end of the cable to your television or display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the settings is to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 Press Fn and F5 simultaneously. The quickest way to your Quick Start document. NOTE To locate your RGB port...
... Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to the computer: ❖ Connect one end of the cable to your television or display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the settings is to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 Press Fn and F5 simultaneously. The quickest way to your Quick Start document. NOTE To locate your RGB port...
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... password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 127 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 4 Click Set. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click Set. 7 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file or external media of your selection. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. NOTE This will remove the user password only. The TOSHIBA...
... password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 127 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Password Utility window 4 Click Set. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click Set. 7 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file or external media of your selection. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. NOTE This will remove the user password only. The TOSHIBA...
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... external devices cannot be disabled. It is recommended that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ❖ External devices connected to the USB bus power (DC 5V) function that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. Do not allow USB ports to come into contact with USB ports. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 137 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled...
... external devices cannot be disabled. It is recommended that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ❖ External devices connected to the USB bus power (DC 5V) function that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ), attach the mouse or keyboard to it. Do not allow USB ports to come into contact with USB ports. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 137 NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled...
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... computer's internal storage drive. The TOSHIBA Service Station will alert you when updates are available, and you can then choose to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. It also tracks the usage of the window. 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...
... computer's internal storage drive. The TOSHIBA Service Station will alert you when updates are available, and you can then choose to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. It also tracks the usage of the window. 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...
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... Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If 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...
... Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If 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...
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... (once). HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you connected may be related to update your keyboard driver. Press any key. To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. The keyboard you through the display options. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor.
... (once). HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you connected may be related to update your keyboard driver. Press any key. To capture only the active window displayed, press Fn + ALT while simultaneously pressing the PRTSC key. The keyboard you through the display options. If you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor.
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... that used to work no longer work together, several sections in drivers for information about using the card under the operating system. 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 securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard®slips through quality control. ExpressCard® problems (Available on certain models.) ExpressCards® include many types of new cards...
... that used to work no longer work together, several sections in drivers for information about using the card under the operating system. 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 securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard®slips through quality control. ExpressCard® problems (Available on certain models.) ExpressCards® include many types of new cards...
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... cache. Hibernation-A feature of keys that you turn on the motherboard to perform a task instead of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. internal device-See device. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of keys that saves to create a complete screen image. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Interlaced monitors take two passes to the internal storage drive the current state of...
... cache. Hibernation-A feature of keys that you turn on the motherboard to perform a task instead of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. internal device-See device. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of keys that saves to create a complete screen image. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Interlaced monitors take two passes to the internal storage drive the current state of...
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... memory (optional) 43 optional external devices 42 adequate ventilation cooling fan 37 adjusting touch pad settings 69 audio features 110 B backing up files 79, 83 battery battery life 90 Call2Recycle™ 104 care 102, 103 changing 99 charge indicator light 40 charging 41 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 93 conserving power 96 determine remaining power 94 disposal 103 indicator light 94 installation 99, 101 low charge 95 maintaining 103 maximum capacity 90 monitoring power 40, 93 power management...
... memory (optional) 43 optional external devices 42 adequate ventilation cooling fan 37 adjusting touch pad settings 69 audio features 110 B backing up files 79, 83 battery battery life 90 Call2Recycle™ 104 care 102, 103 changing 99 charge indicator light 40 charging 41 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 93 conserving power 96 determine remaining power 94 disposal 103 indicator light 94 installation 99, 101 low charge 95 maintaining 103 maximum capacity 90 monitoring power 40, 93 power management...
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... monitor 74 power cord/cable 40 power source 39 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 75 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 172 desktop creating new icon 107 exploring the 106 icons 107 recycle bin 107 standard features 107 Windows® operating system 106 Device Manager fixing a problem 156 disabling touch pad 72, 188 display troubleshooting 160 display devices external 73 display output settings 74 display, external adjusting 75 disposal information 16 disposing of used batteries 103 double-click 72 DVD removing...
... monitor 74 power cord/cable 40 power source 39 cooling fan adequate ventilation 37 customize computer settings 75 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 172 desktop creating new icon 107 exploring the 106 icons 107 recycle bin 107 standard features 107 Windows® operating system 106 Device Manager fixing a problem 156 disabling touch pad 72, 188 display troubleshooting 160 display devices external 73 display output settings 74 display, external adjusting 75 disposal information 16 disposing of used batteries 103 double-click 72 DVD removing...
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...display device HDMI™ Out port 73 RGB (monitor) port 73 external display, adjusting 75 F files backing up 79, 83 restore 83 saving 82 fingerprint authentication 141 Fingerprint Authentication Utility using 141 function keys 80 H headphones using 111 Help and Support troubleshooting 155 Hibernation mode hot key 184 hot key disabling or enabling the touch pad 188 disabling or enabling wireless devices 187 display brightness 186 Hibernation mode 184 keyboard overlays 189 Lock (Instant security) 181 Output (Display switch) 185 power plan 182 Sleep mode 183 using to set a power plan 98 volume...
...display device HDMI™ Out port 73 RGB (monitor) port 73 external display, adjusting 75 F files backing up 79, 83 restore 83 saving 82 fingerprint authentication 141 Fingerprint Authentication Utility using 141 function keys 80 H headphones using 111 Help and Support troubleshooting 155 Hibernation mode hot key 184 hot key disabling or enabling the touch pad 188 disabling or enabling wireless devices 187 display brightness 186 Hibernation mode 184 keyboard overlays 189 Lock (Instant security) 181 Output (Display switch) 185 power plan 182 Sleep mode 183 using to set a power plan 98 volume...
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...80 function keys 80 L LEDs system indicator lights 94 AC adaptor light 93 AC power light 38, 40 battery light 40, 41 Web Camera light 111 Licenses 16 lock computer, using 76 M maintaining your battery 103 manual eject hole optical disc drive 85 memory adding (optional) 43 check total memory 52 removing memory module slot cover 45 Memory card reader inserting memory media 114 removing memory media 115 Index 209 using 114 memory module installation 43 inserting into socket 47 removing 49, 51 microphone using 110 monitor connecting 74 monitor problems troubleshooting 160 monitoring battery power...
...80 function keys 80 L LEDs system indicator lights 94 AC adaptor light 93 AC power light 38, 40 battery light 40, 41 Web Camera light 111 Licenses 16 lock computer, using 76 M maintaining your battery 103 manual eject hole optical disc drive 85 memory adding (optional) 43 check total memory 52 removing memory module slot cover 45 Memory card reader inserting memory media 114 removing memory media 115 Index 209 using 114 memory module installation 43 inserting into socket 47 removing 49, 51 microphone using 110 monitor connecting 74 monitor problems troubleshooting 160 monitoring battery power...