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... (recommended recovery method 55 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 57 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 60 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Creating recovery media 65 Restoring from recovery media 67 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 69 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 71 Installing drivers and applications 71 Using the touch pad 72 Adjusting touch pad settings 75 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 75 Connecting an external device 76 Using external display devices 76 Selecting video cables 77
... (recommended recovery method 55 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 57 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 60 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Creating recovery media 65 Restoring from recovery media 67 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 69 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 71 Installing drivers and applications 71 Using the touch pad 72 Adjusting touch pad settings 75 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 75 Connecting an external device 76 Using external display devices 76 Selecting video cables 77
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... 117 Connect 118 Secure 119 Protect & Fix 120 Optimize 121 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 Setting passwords 123 Using a supervisor password 123 Using a user password 125 Deleting a user password 125 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 126 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 127 Mouse Utility 128 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 129 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 130 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 130 USB Sleep and Charge 130 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......132 Power supply mode settings 132 TOSHIBA Accessibility 133 TOSHIBA Service Station...
... 117 Connect 118 Secure 119 Protect & Fix 120 Optimize 121 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 Setting passwords 123 Using a supervisor password 123 Using a user password 125 Deleting a user password 125 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 126 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 127 Mouse Utility 128 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 129 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 130 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 130 USB Sleep and Charge 130 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......132 Power supply mode settings 132 TOSHIBA Accessibility 133 TOSHIBA Service Station...
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... find specific information. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. Introduction This guide 29 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. Your particular model may not have all subject to perform tasks in Windows...
... find specific information. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to change without notice. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. Introduction This guide 29 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. Your particular model may not have all subject to perform tasks in Windows...
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... installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. 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. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in minor bodily injury. Your computer comes with the computer's power...
... installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. 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. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in minor bodily injury. Your computer comes with the computer's power...
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... Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to be installed in place. If the latches and cutouts do not line up . Slot B is the bottom slot. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional...
... Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to be installed in place. If the latches and cutouts do not line up . Slot B is the bottom slot. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional...
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... computer. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer on page 103. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Slot B Back of computer Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
... computer. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer on page 103. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Slot B Back of computer Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... state Description This option restores the original factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your computer to this : ❖ Click the Start button, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to work. 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...
... state Description This option restores the original factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your computer to this : ❖ Click the Start button, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you were trying to work. 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...
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... 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 your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* RGB (Monitor) port *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). You can also connect the following types of external display devices...
... 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 your Quick Start document. ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or external display device via the HDMI™ Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port HDMI™ Out port* RGB (Monitor) port *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports Your computer may include USB 3.0 port(s). You can also connect the following types of external display devices...
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... have connected an external display device, you can change the display settings by pressing F4, or by configuring the display properties settings. Refer to the manual that came with the monitor to see if you first need a larger screen. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Getting Started 77 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable...
... have connected an external display device, you can change the display settings by pressing F4, or by configuring the display properties settings. Refer to the manual that came with the monitor to see if you first need a larger screen. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. Getting Started 77 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable...
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... some changes to remove the user password. In addition, bright background light and or shadows may come with the TOSHIBA Face Recognition utility. If recognition fails, log on to your computer using your computer. TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the face recognition utility technology will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. This utility provides another way to log on to your Windows® password...
... some changes to remove the user password. In addition, bright background light and or shadows may come with the TOSHIBA Face Recognition utility. If recognition fails, log on to your computer using your computer. TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the face recognition utility technology will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. This utility provides another way to log on to your Windows® password...
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... device, or use TOSHIBA Accessibility: 1 Click the Start button and, in the utility and turn the computer on your selection. TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you can press it once, release it, and then press a function key to create a hot key combination with one of TOSHIBA Assist. In the list that appears above, click on to the desired option. 4 Click OK. Utilities TOSHIBA Accessibility 133 NOTE With certain external devices, the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work...
... device, or use TOSHIBA Accessibility: 1 Click the Start button and, in the utility and turn the computer on your selection. TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you can press it once, release it, and then press a function key to create a hot key combination with one of TOSHIBA Assist. In the list that appears above, click on to the desired option. 4 Click OK. Utilities TOSHIBA Accessibility 133 NOTE With certain external devices, the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work...
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... 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® Normally When you may have to fix the problem. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your...
... 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® Normally When you may have to fix the problem. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your...
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... update your keyboard driver. The keyboard you through the display options. Display problems Here are using a different make of keyboard. You may need to activate the screen. 144 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that came with the computer. Refer to the documentation that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor...
... update your keyboard driver. The keyboard you through the display options. Display problems Here are using a different make of keyboard. You may need to activate the screen. 144 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems You have gone into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that came with the computer. Refer to the documentation that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor...
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... 154). If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on battery power. No additional software is recommended in prior to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot back up files." An external hard drive is required. Follow the on-screen instructions to back up your...
... 154). If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see "Backing up your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on battery power. No additional software is recommended in prior to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot back up files." An external hard drive is required. Follow the on-screen instructions to back up your...
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... using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you turn on the screen that activates a memory resident program. hot key-(1) A feature in which only every other services. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that saves to the internal storage drive...
... using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you turn on the screen that activates a memory resident program. hot key-(1) A feature in which only every other services. L2 (level two) cache-Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that saves to the internal storage drive...
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... power light 40 accessing network 112 adding memory check total memory 53 memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 44 adequate ventilation cooling fan 39 adjusting touch pad settings 75 audio features 112 B backing up files 82, 85 battery battery life 93 Call2Recycle™ 106 care 104, 105 changing 101 charge indicator light 42 charge time 94 charger 94 charging 43, 94 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 95 conserving power 99 determine remaining power 97 disposal 105 indicator light 97 installation...
... power light 40 accessing network 112 adding memory check total memory 53 memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 44 adequate ventilation cooling fan 39 adjusting touch pad settings 75 audio features 112 B backing up files 82, 85 battery battery life 93 Call2Recycle™ 106 care 104, 105 changing 101 charge indicator light 42 charge time 94 charger 94 charging 43, 94 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 95 conserving power 99 determine remaining power 97 disposal 105 indicator light 97 installation...
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... monitor 77 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 154 desktop creating new icon 109 exploring the 108 icons 109 recycle bin 109 standard features 109 Windows® operating system 108 Device Manager fixing a problem 141 directing display output 77 disabling touch pad 75, 164 display troubleshooting 145 display devices external 76 display output settings 78 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 20 disposing of used batteries 105 DVD removing...
... monitor 77 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 154 desktop creating new icon 109 exploring the 108 icons 109 recycle bin 109 standard features 109 Windows® operating system 108 Device Manager fixing a problem 141 directing display output 77 disabling touch pad 75, 164 display troubleshooting 145 display devices external 76 display output settings 78 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 20 disposing of used batteries 105 DVD removing...
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... 89 DVD player troubleshooting 151 DVDs using 86 E eject button optical disc drive 87 eject, optical disc drive 87 enabling touch pad 75, 164 ENERGY STAR® 27 exploring desktop 108 external display device HDMI™ Out port 76 RGB (monitor) port 76 external display, adjusting 78 F files backing up 82, 85 restore 86 saving 85 function keys 83 H headphones using 113 Help and Support troubleshooting 140 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 166 display brightness 162 keyboard overlays 165 Lock (Instant security) 162 Output (Display switch) 163 volume mute...
... 89 DVD player troubleshooting 151 DVDs using 86 E eject button optical disc drive 87 eject, optical disc drive 87 enabling touch pad 75, 164 ENERGY STAR® 27 exploring desktop 108 external display device HDMI™ Out port 76 RGB (monitor) port 76 external display, adjusting 78 F files backing up 82, 85 restore 86 saving 85 function keys 83 H headphones using 113 Help and Support troubleshooting 140 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 166 display brightness 162 keyboard overlays 165 Lock (Instant security) 162 Output (Display switch) 163 volume mute...
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...-saving features 92 power management 94 optimum performance 94 power plans selecting power plan options 100 power saving options 99 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 148 problem solving contacting Toshiba 158 Startup options 139 program, starting 84 program, starting from Start menu 85 projector connecting 77 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 93 recording sounds 112 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 71 creating recovery media 65 erasing internal storage drive 69 installing drivers and applications 71 internal storage drive 53 out...
...-saving features 92 power management 94 optimum performance 94 power plans selecting power plan options 100 power saving options 99 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 148 problem solving contacting Toshiba 158 Startup options 139 program, starting 84 program, starting from Start menu 85 projector connecting 77 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 93 recording sounds 112 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 71 creating recovery media 65 erasing internal storage drive 69 installing drivers and applications 71 internal storage drive 53 out...
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... memory 45 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 TOSHIBA Assist 117 Connect tab 118 Optimize tab 121 Protect & Fix tab 120 Secure tab 119 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 126 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 129 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 127 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Service Station 134 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 130 touch pad using 72 traveling tips 107 troubleshooting 144 AC power light is blinking 137 battery light is blinking 138 bookmarked site not found 140 checking device properties 141 computer will not start...
... memory 45 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 TOSHIBA Assist 117 Connect tab 118 Optimize tab 121 Protect & Fix tab 120 Secure tab 119 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 126 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 129 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 127 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Service Station 134 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 130 touch pad using 72 traveling tips 107 troubleshooting 144 AC power light is blinking 137 battery light is blinking 138 bookmarked site not found 140 checking device properties 141 computer will not start...