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... click Next. 4 Enter the computer name and description and click Next. 5 Click the appropriate option from the Help Protect Windows Automatically screen. 6 Follow the remaining screen prompts to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 40 before ...the first time, do not turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the Welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to ...
... click Next. 4 Enter the computer name and description and click Next. 5 Click the appropriate option from the Help Protect Windows Automatically screen. 6 Follow the remaining screen prompts to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 40 before ...the first time, do not turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the Welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to ...
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...2 Check to all optical drives are empty. This information applies to all possible configurations for the first time Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power...may not be able to accommodate all the features and icons described in this guide. When the computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. 46 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Below are examples of some of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is...
...2 Check to all optical drives are empty. This information applies to all possible configurations for the first time Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power...may not be able to accommodate all the features and icons described in this guide. When the computer is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. 46 Getting Started Using the computer for an entire product Series. Below are examples of some of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is...
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... the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. The memory module pops up normally. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen appears when you turn on top of one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is best to press Enter to scan your system...
... the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. The memory module pops up normally. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE The following screen appears when you turn on top of one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is best to press Enter to scan your system...
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... is (949) 859-4273. To create recovery CDs/DVDs: 1 Double-click the Recovery Disc Creator icon on CDs or DVDs). (Sample Image) Recovery Disc Creator screen NOTE The system will prompt you the ability to recover your hard disk drive and recover your system if the hard drive recovery partition has... CD or DVD which gives you to insert the appropriate number of blank CDs or DVDs to obtain the Recovery media for your computer. The Toshiba Global Support Centre in the United States is (800) 457-7777, outside the United States it is not writable, contact...
... is (949) 859-4273. To create recovery CDs/DVDs: 1 Double-click the Recovery Disc Creator icon on CDs or DVDs). (Sample Image) Recovery Disc Creator screen NOTE The system will prompt you the ability to recover your hard disk drive and recover your system if the hard drive recovery partition has... CD or DVD which gives you to insert the appropriate number of blank CDs or DVDs to obtain the Recovery media for your computer. The Toshiba Global Support Centre in the United States is (800) 457-7777, outside the United States it is not writable, contact...
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... Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 3 Select the items you have created with a user specified size ❖ Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media" on -screen prompts for completing the copy process. For more information on using the Recovery media you want to copy by clicking the check box next to...
... Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 3 Select the items you have created with a user specified size ❖ Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media" on -screen prompts for completing the copy process. For more information on using the Recovery media you want to copy by clicking the check box next to...
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... Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard...
... Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition You have the options of your keyboard while powering on , the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard...
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Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on the ... (recommended recovery method) Recovering a hard disk drive to its out of box state deletes all data will be lost . The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 2 Select Recover to out-of-box-state, then click Next.
Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that the HDD has been recovered. 4 Press any key on the ... (recommended recovery method) Recovering a hard disk drive to its out of box state deletes all data will be lost . The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 2 Select Recover to out-of-box-state, then click Next.
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... the desired method, then click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you have saved your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖ Delete all data and partitions from the hard disk. To delete the...
... the desired method, then click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you have saved your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖ Delete all data and partitions from the hard disk. To delete the...
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... Factory Default Software, then click Next. 2 Select Recover to increase/decrease the C: drive size in 1GB increments. To recover only your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the C: drive to its factory default...
... Factory Default Software, then click Next. 2 Select Recover to increase/decrease the C: drive size in 1GB increments. To recover only your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard Screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, then click Next. 2 Select Recover without changing the current partition size Recovering the C: drive to its factory default...
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... refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options" on page 58, to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen The system will display on the progress bar as you can rebuild the system using the utilities burned to CDs or DVDs (refer to "... keyboard to restart the computer. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 5 Press any key on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys, select the CD/DVD option and press Enter. Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the...
... refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options" on page 58, to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image) Toshiba HDD Recovery Utility screen The system will display on the progress bar as you can rebuild the system using the utilities burned to CDs or DVDs (refer to "... keyboard to restart the computer. Once complete, a message displays that the HDD has been recovered. 5 Press any key on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys, select the CD/DVD option and press Enter. Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the...
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... the page, push your finger from left to right. ❖ To move it to the left side, slide your finger forward on -screen prompts to left. 64 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Checking the HDD operating status After restoring your computer. Simply move your finger on...TouchPad in the Volume list to move the cursor to the top of a finger. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your hard disk drive, ...
... the page, push your finger from left to right. ❖ To move it to the left side, slide your finger forward on -screen prompts to left. 64 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Checking the HDD operating status After restoring your computer. Simply move your finger on...TouchPad in the Volume list to move the cursor to the top of a finger. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The Toshiba Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your hard disk drive, ...
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... (right-hand) button depends on page 212. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™ is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left mouse button. For more information, see...
... (right-hand) button depends on page 212. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ The TouchPad™ is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left mouse button. For more information, see...
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... computer comes with a built-in display panel, but you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. NOTE Coaxial cable connection to an available video port, as follows: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port ❖...only be used if the cable outer conductive shielding has been grounded by default. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with a function. To do this , refer to use one of these buttons, you are applicable in "Enabling Dual Mode" on page 67....
... computer comes with a built-in display panel, but you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. NOTE Coaxial cable connection to an available video port, as follows: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port ❖...only be used if the cable outer conductive shielding has been grounded by default. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with a function. To do this , refer to use one of these buttons, you are applicable in "Enabling Dual Mode" on page 67....
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.... Refer to one of the computer's USB ports. 2 Plug the printer's power cable into a live AC outlet. You only need to set up a printer" on -screen instructions to set up your printer. Setting up for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer installation guide for the first time. The...
.... Refer to one of the computer's USB ports. 2 Plug the printer's power cable into a live AC outlet. You only need to set up a printer" on -screen instructions to set up your printer. Setting up for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer installation guide for the first time. The...
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The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you click the power button in the Start menu. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. 76 Getting ...
The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you click the power button in the Start menu. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. 76 Getting ...
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The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for the options you want. ❖ Lid close action Set ...
The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for the options you want. ❖ Lid close action Set ...
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Using and configuring Sleep mode To turn off the computer using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the screen(s) you were using. The computer saves the status of these methods, you can start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press the power button until ...
Using and configuring Sleep mode To turn off the computer using the Sleep command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the screen(s) you were using. The computer saves the status of these methods, you can start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press the power button until ...
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... in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to be customized. 80 Getting Started Turning...
... in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to be customized. 80 Getting Started Turning...
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... the Start menu. 7 Click Apply. 8 Click OK. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 5 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 6 Select Sleep for the options you want. ❖ Lid close action Set...
... the Start menu. 7 Click Apply. 8 Click OK. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 5 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 6 Select Sleep for the options you want. ❖ Lid close action Set...
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... to keep your computer's settings There are several ways in Sleep mode by opening the display panel. Refer to suit your computer. See "Toshiba Utilities" on page 109. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer. If you place the computer in which..., see "Taking care of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 136. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to the screen(s) you can choose. For information about taking care of your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive...
... to keep your computer's settings There are several ways in Sleep mode by opening the display panel. Refer to suit your computer. See "Toshiba Utilities" on page 109. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer. If you place the computer in which..., see "Taking care of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 136. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to the screen(s) you can choose. For information about taking care of your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive...