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... of factory default software with user's data 66 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 69 Recovering to a custom size partition 72 Creating recovery DVDs/media 74 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 76 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 78 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 80 Installing drivers and applications 80 Using the touch pad 81 Adjusting touch pad settings 84 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 84 Using external display devices 85 Selecting video cables 85 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 85...
... of factory default software with user's data 66 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 69 Recovering to a custom size partition 72 Creating recovery DVDs/media 74 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 76 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 78 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 80 Installing drivers and applications 80 Using the touch pad 81 Adjusting touch pad settings 84 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 84 Using external display devices 85 Selecting video cables 85 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 85...
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...140 Removing memory media 140 Chapter 5: Utilities 142 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect 144 Secure 145 Protect & Fix 146 Optimize 147 TOSHIBA Application Installer 148 Setting passwords 149 Using an instant password 149 Using a supervisor password 150 Using a user password 151 Deleting a user password 152 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 153 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 154 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 155 Mouse Utility 156 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 157 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 159 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 159 USB Sleep and Charge 159 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and...
...140 Removing memory media 140 Chapter 5: Utilities 142 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect 144 Secure 145 Protect & Fix 146 Optimize 147 TOSHIBA Application Installer 148 Setting passwords 149 Using an instant password 149 Using a supervisor password 150 Using a user password 151 Deleting a user password 152 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 153 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 154 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 155 Mouse Utility 156 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 157 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 159 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 159 USB Sleep and Charge 159 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and...
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... of publication to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. Introduction This guide 41 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and...
... of publication to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at support.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. Introduction This guide 41 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and...
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... could result in the memory module slots on may also be hot. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory module(s) can install one memory module is in good condition. Slot B is the bottom slot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be lost. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the underside...
... could result in the memory module slots on may also be hot. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module Memory module(s) can install one memory module is in good condition. Slot B is the bottom slot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be lost. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the underside...
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... the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Back of computer 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 battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 128. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Always make...
... the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Back of computer 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 battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer on page 128. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Always make...
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... System window appears. See "Recovering of factory default software with the socket latches. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that the computer has recognized the change. The following program to make changes to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with user's data See "Recovering to prevent programs or people from C:\Users. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you...
... System window appears. See "Recovering of factory default software with the socket latches. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that the computer has recognized the change. The following program to make changes to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with user's data See "Recovering to prevent programs or people from C:\Users. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you...
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... key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI™ or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI™-CEC function on the computer. For more detailed HDMI™-CEC information visit support.toshiba.com. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with HDMI™-CEC include a Toshiba utility. (This may need a larger screen. For instructions, see if you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port...
... key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI™ or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI™-CEC function on the computer. For more detailed HDMI™-CEC information visit support.toshiba.com. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with HDMI™-CEC include a Toshiba utility. (This may need a larger screen. For instructions, see if you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port...
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... volume down. Playing optical media If you insert the disc incorrectly, it clicks into the optical disc drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your hearing. The drive will run using this method, try launching the optical disc manually. 112 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 8 Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is turned on, the default player opens...
... volume down. Playing optical media If you insert the disc incorrectly, it clicks into the optical disc drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your hearing. The drive will run using this method, try launching the optical disc manually. 112 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 8 Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is turned on, the default player opens...
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... power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 152 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-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. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window...
... power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 152 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-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. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window...
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... TOSHIBA Assist. To access it: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then HWSetup, or click the TOSHIBA Hardware Settings icon in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Setting by pressing the arrow keys, then pressing the Enter key. ❖ Boot Speed-Reduces the time needed for the BIOS to initialize, using either the Fast or Normal settings. ❖ Panel open/Power...
... TOSHIBA Assist. To access it: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then HWSetup, or click the TOSHIBA Hardware Settings icon in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Setting by pressing the arrow keys, then pressing the Enter key. ❖ Boot Speed-Reduces the time needed for the BIOS to initialize, using either the Fast or Normal settings. ❖ Panel open/Power...
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... 3D Accelerometer (available on certain models). The TOSHIBA Service Station will alert you when updates are available, and you can then choose to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. 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), date of system conditions...
... 3D Accelerometer (available on certain models). The TOSHIBA Service Station will alert you when updates are available, and you can then choose to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. 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), date of system conditions...
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... to change the system in the Startup menu. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your Windows® documentation for further explanation. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays 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...
... to change the system in the Startup menu. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your Windows® documentation for further explanation. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays 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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... display options. Choose a theme for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the settings for the built-in screen. Reduce the size of the color palette to one that the adapter type is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting...
... display options. Choose a theme for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the settings for the built-in screen. Reduce the size of the color palette to one that the adapter type is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting...
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... to fix the problem yourself. Change the setting for when to turn off the display using Device Manager to turn off the display in the left pane. 3 To turn off the display, select Never in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that the disc is enabled, it runs on top of the window. To disable the screen saver: 1 Right-click on optical disc drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM or BD-ROM movie...
... to fix the problem yourself. Change the setting for when to turn off the display using Device Manager to turn off the display in the left pane. 3 To turn off the display, select Never in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that the disc is enabled, it runs on top of the window. To disable the screen saver: 1 Right-click on optical disc drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM or BD-ROM movie...
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... the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to perform a task instead of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of many Toshiba computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other line of keys that activates a memory...
... the internal storage drive the current state of your work , including all open files and programs, when you use to perform a task instead of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of many Toshiba computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other line of keys that activates a memory...
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... battery indicator light 120 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 107, 108 button 3D ON/OFF button 110 eco Utility™ 125 eject, optical disc drive 109 Illumination ON/OFF button 110 mute button 110 play/pause button 110 power 52 Shut down 55, 90 start 135 volume control buttons 110 Wireless antenna ON/OFF button 110 buttons media control buttons 110 C Call2Recycle™ battery 132 caring for your computer 98 changing battery 126 character keys 102 charging the battery...
... battery indicator light 120 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 107, 108 button 3D ON/OFF button 110 eco Utility™ 125 eject, optical disc drive 109 Illumination ON/OFF button 110 mute button 110 play/pause button 110 power 52 Shut down 55, 90 start 135 volume control buttons 110 Wireless antenna ON/OFF button 110 buttons media control buttons 110 C Call2Recycle™ battery 132 caring for your computer 98 changing battery 126 character keys 102 charging the battery...
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... (monitor) port 85 external display, adjusting 88 F files backing up 101, 106 restore 106 saving 105 function keys 102 H headphones using 138 Help and Support troubleshooting 174 Hibernation mode 89 configuring 93 configuring options 93 hot key 204 powering down 93 Shut down 93 starting again from 95 using 93 hot key backlight 210 disabling or enabling wireless devices 207 display brightness 206 Hibernation mode 204 keyboard overlays 210 Lock (Instant security) 201 optical disk drive 199 Output (Display switch) 205 power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 using to set a power...
... (monitor) port 85 external display, adjusting 88 F files backing up 101, 106 restore 106 saving 105 function keys 102 H headphones using 138 Help and Support troubleshooting 174 Hibernation mode 89 configuring 93 configuring options 93 hot key 204 powering down 93 Shut down 93 starting again from 95 using 93 hot key backlight 210 disabling or enabling wireless devices 207 display brightness 206 Hibernation mode 204 keyboard overlays 210 Lock (Instant security) 201 optical disk drive 199 Output (Display switch) 205 power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 using to set a power...
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... disc drive 109 media control buttons 3D ON/OFF button 110 Illumination ON/OFF button 110 mute button 110 play/pause button 110 using 110 volume control buttons 110 Wireless antenna ON/OFF button 110 memory adding (optional) 53 check total memory 62 removing memory module slot cover 56 Memory card reader inserting memory media 140 removing memory media 140 using 139 memory module installation 54 inserting into socket 57 removing 59, 61 microphone using 137 monitor connecting 86 monitor problems troubleshooting 179 monitoring battery power 119 mouse utility 156 moving the computer 99 N network...
... disc drive 109 media control buttons 3D ON/OFF button 110 Illumination ON/OFF button 110 mute button 110 play/pause button 110 using 110 volume control buttons 110 Wireless antenna ON/OFF button 110 memory adding (optional) 53 check total memory 62 removing memory module slot cover 56 Memory card reader inserting memory media 140 removing memory media 140 using 139 memory module installation 54 inserting into socket 57 removing 59, 61 microphone using 137 monitor connecting 86 monitor problems troubleshooting 179 monitoring battery power 119 mouse utility 156 moving the computer 99 N network...
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...195 TOSHIBA Accessibility 164 Toshiba accessories memory 53 TOSHIBA Application Installer 148 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect tab 144 Optimize tab 147 Protect & Fix tab 146 Secure tab 145 TOSHIBA Button Support 163 TOSHIBA eco power plan 125 TOSHIBA eco Utility™ 165 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 153 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 157 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 155 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 154 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 167 TOSHIBA Service Station 167 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 159 TOSHIBA wireless LAN indicator 166 touch pad using 81 traveling tips 132 troubleshooting 178 battery light is...
...195 TOSHIBA Accessibility 164 Toshiba accessories memory 53 TOSHIBA Application Installer 148 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect tab 144 Optimize tab 147 Protect & Fix tab 146 Secure tab 145 TOSHIBA Button Support 163 TOSHIBA eco power plan 125 TOSHIBA eco Utility™ 165 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 153 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 157 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 155 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 154 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 167 TOSHIBA Service Station 167 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 159 TOSHIBA wireless LAN indicator 166 touch pad using 81 traveling tips 132 troubleshooting 178 battery light is...
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...; operating system not working 172 wireless networking 185 turning off computer 88 computer more quickly 91 options 88 turning on power 52 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 192 USB Wakeup function does not work 193 user password, deleting 152 user password, setting 151 using a microphone 137 computer lock 99 DVDs 107 Hibernation mode 93 hot key to set a power plan 124 Memory card reader 139 optical disc drive 107 Shut down command 90 Sleep mode 95 TOSHIBA eco power plan 125 touch pad 81 Web Camera 138 using the keyboard 101 Utilities 142 V video projector adjusting display...
...; operating system not working 172 wireless networking 185 turning off computer 88 computer more quickly 91 options 88 turning on power 52 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 192 USB Wakeup function does not work 193 user password, deleting 152 user password, setting 151 using a microphone 137 computer lock 99 DVDs 107 Hibernation mode 93 hot key to set a power plan 124 Memory card reader 139 optical disc drive 107 Shut down command 90 Sleep mode 95 TOSHIBA eco power plan 125 touch pad 81 Web Camera 138 using the keyboard 101 Utilities 142 V video projector adjusting display...