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... each transmitted page or on the first page of 1991 makes it can. In order to do this, it is experienced with the best service it unlawful for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 5 Connection to party line service is only applicable if your computer has the capability to...
... each transmitted page or on the first page of 1991 makes it can. In order to do this, it is experienced with the best service it unlawful for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 5 Connection to party line service is only applicable if your computer has the capability to...
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... changing the internal storage drive partitions 66 Creating recovery DVDs/media 68 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 73 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 74 Installing drivers and applications 75 Using the TouchPad 75 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector.....79 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 80 Adjusting the quality of the external display......81 Using an external keyboard 81 Using...
... changing the internal storage drive partitions 66 Creating recovery DVDs/media 68 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 73 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 74 Installing drivers and applications 75 Using the TouchPad 75 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector.....79 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 80 Adjusting the quality of the external display......81 Using an external keyboard 81 Using...
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...136 Using the Web Camera 136 Using the Memory card reader 137 Inserting memory media 137 Removing memory media 138 Chapter 5: Utilities 139 TOSHIBA Assist 140 Secure 141 Protect & Fix 142 Optimize 143 TOSHIBA Application Installer 144 Setting passwords 145 Using an instant password 145 Using a supervisor password 146 Using a user password 147 Deleting a user password 148 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 149 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 Mouse Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 152 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 TOSHIBA Service Station...
...136 Using the Web Camera 136 Using the Memory card reader 137 Inserting memory media 137 Removing memory media 138 Chapter 5: Utilities 139 TOSHIBA Assist 140 Secure 141 Protect & Fix 142 Optimize 143 TOSHIBA Application Installer 144 Setting passwords 145 Using an instant password 145 Using a supervisor password 146 Using a user password 147 Deleting a user password 148 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 149 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 Mouse Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 152 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TOSHIBA Accessibility 155 TOSHIBA Service Station...
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... Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is in minor bodily injury. If only one or two memory modules. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is the bottom slot. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 51 NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 49. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module...
... Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is in minor bodily injury. If only one or two memory modules. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is the bottom slot. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 51 NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 49. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module...
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... connector may have built up. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you can damage the memory module. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on the computer. Static electricity can...
... connector may have built up. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you can damage the memory module. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on the computer. Static electricity can...
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... as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the slot. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer.
... as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the slot. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer.
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... memory module installed for the computer to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. NOTE From time to work. The System window appears. If the computer does 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 page 61. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 59 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. This is displayed...
... memory module installed for the computer to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. NOTE From time to work. The System window appears. If the computer does 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 page 61. Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 59 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. This is displayed...
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... new files for viruses. This precaution is active. 96 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is especially important for files you do not let the Windows® operating system shut down normally, details such as your desktop setup...
... new files for viruses. This precaution is active. 96 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is especially important for files you do not let the Windows® operating system shut down normally, details such as your desktop setup...
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... Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. For other types of media, use it is associated with an optical disc drive that is a music CD, open the files on the disc. Continuous exposure to recordable optical media. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. If your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Recording optical media Depending on the configuration...
... Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. For other types of media, use it is associated with an optical disc drive that is a music CD, open the files on the disc. Continuous exposure to recordable optical media. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. If your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Recording optical media Depending on the configuration...
User Manual
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... on-screen instructions to exit. 148 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. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start...
... on-screen instructions to exit. 148 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. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start...
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The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu. 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 automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® ...
The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in the Startup menu. 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 automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® ...
User Manual
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... using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. To change the settings for your hardware. To do not work with the secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you to its previous setting. If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 167 registered, press any key. Click Display and then Change display settings...
... using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. To change the settings for your hardware. To do not work with the secondary control button, then clicking Personalize. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you to its previous setting. If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 167 registered, press any key. Click Display and then Change display settings...
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... and stop bits) specified in the communications program. The other computer cannot browse to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for more information regarding your computer is equipped with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that your computer can connect to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack.
... and stop bits) specified in the communications program. The other computer cannot browse to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for more information regarding your computer is equipped with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that your computer can connect to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack.
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... many Toshiba computers that saves to 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 a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers or other services. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache...
... many Toshiba computers that saves to 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 a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers or other services. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache...
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... adaptor 45 AC power 114 AC power light 45 accessing network 133 adding memory check total memory 59 memory (optional) 50 optional external devices 50 adequate ventilation cooling fan 44 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Application Cards 186 audio features 135 B backing up files 95, 105 battery battery life 113 Call2Recycle™ 127 care 125, 126 changing 122 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 165 charge time 114 charger 114 charging 47, 114 charging the real-time...
... adaptor 45 AC power 114 AC power light 45 accessing network 133 adding memory check total memory 59 memory (optional) 50 optional external devices 50 adequate ventilation cooling fan 44 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Application Cards 186 audio features 135 B backing up files 95, 105 battery battery life 113 Call2Recycle™ 127 care 125, 126 changing 122 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 165 charge time 114 charger 114 charging 47, 114 charging the real-time...
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216 Index RTC memory 113 running computer on battery power 112 safety precautions 125 setting notifications 118 battery indicator light 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button eject, optical disc drive 106 power 49 Shut down 52, 85 start 131 C Call2Recycle™ battery 127 caring for your computer 93 changing battery 122 character keys 97 charging the battery 47 checking device properties 163 cleaning the computer 93 communications network connection 133 set up 132 computer caring for...
216 Index RTC memory 113 running computer on battery power 112 safety precautions 125 setting notifications 118 battery indicator light 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button eject, optical disc drive 106 power 49 Shut down 52, 85 start 131 C Call2Recycle™ battery 127 caring for your computer 93 changing battery 122 character keys 97 charging the battery 47 checking device properties 163 cleaning the computer 93 communications network connection 133 set up 132 computer caring for...
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... printing 104 restore 105 saving 102 using a file extension 103 function keys 98 H headphones using 136 Help and Support Windows® operating system 162 Hibernation mode 84 configuring 88 configuring options 88 hot key 192 powering down 88 Shut down 88 starting again from 90 using 88 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 195 display brightness 194 Hibernation mode 192 keyboard overlays 198 Lock (Instant security) 189 Output (Display switch) 193 power plan 190 Sleep mode 191 using to set a power plan 121 volume mute 188...
... printing 104 restore 105 saving 102 using a file extension 103 function keys 98 H headphones using 136 Help and Support Windows® operating system 162 Hibernation mode 84 configuring 88 configuring options 88 hot key 192 powering down 88 Shut down 88 starting again from 90 using 88 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 195 display brightness 194 Hibernation mode 192 keyboard overlays 198 Lock (Instant security) 189 Output (Display switch) 193 power plan 190 Sleep mode 191 using to set a power plan 121 volume mute 188...
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... to type numeric data 99 L LEDs system indicator lights 117 AC adaptor light 116 AC power light 45, 46 battery light 46, 47 ON/OFF light 49, 87, 90, 93 Web Camera light 136 lock computer, using 94 M maintaining your battery 126 manual eject hole optical disc drive 107 memory adding (optional) 50 check total memory 59 problem solving 164 removing memory module slot cover 53 Memory card reader inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 138 using 137 memory module installation 51 inserting into socket 54 removing 57, 58 microphone using...
... to type numeric data 99 L LEDs system indicator lights 117 AC adaptor light 116 AC power light 45, 46 battery light 46, 47 ON/OFF light 49, 87, 90, 93 Web Camera light 136 lock computer, using 94 M maintaining your battery 126 manual eject hole optical disc drive 107 memory adding (optional) 50 check total memory 59 problem solving 164 removing memory module slot cover 53 Memory card reader inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 138 using 137 memory module installation 51 inserting into socket 54 removing 57, 58 microphone using...
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... 42 printer connecting 81 problem solving 171 setting up 82 USB-compatible 81 printing a file 104 problem solving AC power 165 battery charge does not last 165 battery not charging 165 changing display properties 167 checking device properties 163 computer will not power up 158 contacting Toshiba 180 corrupted/damaged data files 169 Device Manager 163 disk drive is slow 169 display is blank 166 external display not working 168 external monitor 167 faulty memory 164...
... 42 printer connecting 81 problem solving 171 setting up 82 USB-compatible 81 printing a file 104 problem solving AC power 165 battery charge does not last 165 battery not charging 165 changing display properties 167 checking device properties 163 computer will not power up 158 contacting Toshiba 180 corrupted/damaged data files 169 Device Manager 163 disk drive is slow 169 display is blank 166 external display not working 168 external monitor 167 faulty memory 164...
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... Utility 149 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 152 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 TOSHIBA Service Station 156 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TouchPad™ using 75 traveling tips 128 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 174 external keyboard 166 keyboard 166 optical disc drive 169 turning off computer 83 computer more quickly 86 options 83 turning on power 49 U USB-compatible printer 81 user password, deleting 148 user password, setting 147 using a microphone 135 computer lock 94 DVDs 106 Hibernation mode 88 hot key to set a power plan 121 Memory card reader 137 optical disc drive...
... Utility 149 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 152 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 150 TOSHIBA Service Station 156 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TouchPad™ using 75 traveling tips 128 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 174 external keyboard 166 keyboard 166 optical disc drive 169 turning off computer 83 computer more quickly 86 options 83 turning on power 49 U USB-compatible printer 81 user password, deleting 148 user password, setting 147 using a microphone 135 computer lock 94 DVDs 106 Hibernation mode 88 hot key to set a power plan 121 Memory card reader 137 optical disc drive...