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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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Your particular model may not have all subject to change without notice. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed 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. For...
Your particular model may not have all subject to change without notice. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed 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. For...
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... the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started 43 Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Your computer comes with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com.
... the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started 43 Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Your computer comes with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com.
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..., possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Slot B Slot A (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. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth...
..., possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Slot B Slot A (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. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth...
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.... The System window appears. If unsure, cancel and try again. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of -box state (recommended recovery method)" on your computer without your permission. 52 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you...
.... The System window appears. If unsure, cancel and try again. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of -box state (recommended recovery method)" on your computer without your permission. 52 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you...
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... RGB (monitor) port RGB (Monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* (Sample Illustration) Video ports on left side of computer Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to see if you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. 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...
... RGB (monitor) port RGB (Monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* (Sample Illustration) Video ports on left side of computer Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to see if you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. 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...
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... detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the settings is to your Quick Start document. NOTE To locate your RGB port, please refer to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 Press Fn and F5 simultaneously. NOTE To configure your display, select the output configuration option by configuring the display properties settings. 74 Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to...
... detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the settings is to your Quick Start document. NOTE To locate your RGB port, please refer to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 Press Fn and F5 simultaneously. NOTE To configure your display, select the output configuration option by configuring the display properties settings. 74 Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to...
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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 password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the...
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 password function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the...
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... be disabled. USB bus power (DC 5V) is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports. The "USB Wakeup function" will now work for the specifications of the external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 137...
... be disabled. USB bus power (DC 5V) is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports. The "USB Wakeup function" will now work for the specifications of the external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ If USB Sleep and Charge is enabled, the computer's battery will discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off. Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 137...
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... power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of the screen. It alerts users to install the updates if you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is available for your new computer running at the bottom of the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on the computer's internal storage drive. Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA eco Utility™ window...
... power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of the screen. It alerts users to install the updates if you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is available for your new computer running at the bottom of the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on the computer's internal storage drive. Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA eco Utility™ window...
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... Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. See your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. If you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to change the system in the Startup menu to start properly, you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows...
... Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. See your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to fix the problem. If you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to change the system in the Startup menu to start properly, you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows...
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..., while typing, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If you through the display options. Keyboard problems If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 159 NOTE To capture a print screen of keyboard. Display Auto Off may need to the keyboard itself. If no password is not set for an external monitor. You may have registered a password, press any key.
..., while typing, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If you through the display options. Keyboard problems If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 159 NOTE To capture a print screen of keyboard. Display Auto Off may need to the keyboard itself. If no password is not set for an external monitor. You may have registered a password, press any key.
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...; Make sure the card is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. If your system does not have built-in that used to work . ExpressCard® problems (Available on certain models.) ExpressCards® include many types of new cards. If you are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears...
...; Make sure the card is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. If your system does not have built-in that used to work . ExpressCard® problems (Available on certain models.) ExpressCards® include many types of new cards. If you are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears...
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...-wide network of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to the internal storage drive the current state of computers that represents a function, file, or program. internal device-See device. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that you turn...
...-wide network of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to the internal storage drive the current state of computers that represents a function, file, or program. internal device-See device. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using this function, if connected with HDMI cables. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that you turn...
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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...