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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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.... ❖ Use the table of contents and the index to perform tasks in Windows® 7. 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. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information...
.... ❖ Use the table of contents and the index to perform tasks in Windows® 7. 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. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features as well as some basic procedures needed to find specific information...
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.... You will be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Installing a memory module with the computer...
.... You will be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. See "Setting up your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Installing a memory module with the computer...
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... main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. Make sure to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. The memory module should be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in place. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional...
... main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. Make sure to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. The memory module should be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in place. Getting Started 49 Adding memory (optional...
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... the work surface before restarting the computer. Always make sure your computer on page 103. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Overheating your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Slot B Back of the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your...
... the work surface before restarting the computer. Always make sure your computer on page 103. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Overheating your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Slot B Back of the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your...
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... factory default software with the socket latches. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you to this : ❖ Click the Start button, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. 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 55. This is displayed below the System heading. Getting Started 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive...
... factory default software with the socket latches. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you to this : ❖ Click the Start button, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. 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 55. This is displayed below the System heading. Getting Started 53 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive...
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... directions that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports To distinguish these ports, please look for the blue inset within the USB 3.0 port (if available). You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your system, some models may automatically detect the...
... directions that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on certain models (Sample Illustration) Video ports To distinguish these ports, please look for the blue inset within the USB 3.0 port (if available). You can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: NOTE To locate your system, some models may automatically detect the...
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... can change the display settings by pressing F4, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. NOTE Some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached and turned on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on...
... can change the display settings by pressing F4, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. NOTE Some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached and turned on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on...
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... of the face recognition software or utility. Please refer to the online help file to learn more about this utility and what it offers: ❖ Setting up a Face Recognition account ❖ Registering a user image ❖ Updating a user image ❖ Changing a user image ❖ Deleting a user image ❖ Configuring Settings ❖ Authentication Functions Please note that some changes to your Windows® password. TOSHIBA does not guarantee that...
... of the face recognition software or utility. Please refer to the online help file to learn more about this utility and what it offers: ❖ Setting up a Face Recognition account ❖ Registering a user image ❖ Updating a user image ❖ Changing a user image ❖ Deleting a user image ❖ Configuring Settings ❖ Authentication Functions Please note that some changes to your Windows® password. TOSHIBA does not guarantee that...
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... use a different charging device. 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 no matter which charging mode 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 those cases, disable USB Sleep and Charge in the Search field, type Accessibility. Using Accessibility lets you make...
... use a different charging device. 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 no matter which charging mode 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 those cases, disable USB Sleep and Charge in the Search field, type Accessibility. Using Accessibility lets you make...
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... keys, Windows® displays information about each option at the bottom after Description. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. 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...
... keys, Windows® displays information about each option at the bottom after Description. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. 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...
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... the builtin screen. The keyboard you through the display options. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. Press any key to update your keyboard driver. If this , press F4. 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 . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly...
... the builtin screen. The keyboard you through the display options. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. Press any key to update your keyboard driver. If this , press F4. 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 . ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly...
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... Start button, Help and Support, and search for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 153). Most of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as read from optical discs. If anything , use the System Restore utility...
... Start button, Help and Support, and search for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 153). Most of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as read from optical discs. If anything , use the System Restore utility...
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... monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image. internal device-See device. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. hot key-(1) A feature in which only every other services. interlaced-A method of keys that activates a memory resident program. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to...
... monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image. internal device-See device. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. hot key-(1) A feature in which only every other services. interlaced-A method of keys that activates a memory resident program. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys that represents a function, file, or program. I icon-A small image displayed on the motherboard to...
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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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... 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 162 Zoom (Display resolution) 167 zooming in 165 zooming out 165 Hot Key Cards 160 Hot key functions 161 I icon desktop 109 moving to desktop 109 recycle bin 109 safety 30 installation memory module 45 installing a charged battery 103 battery 101 memory modules 45 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 33 internal storage drive recovery 53 K keyboard...
... 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 162 Zoom (Display resolution) 167 zooming in 165 zooming out 165 Hot Key Cards 160 Hot key functions 161 I icon desktop 109 moving to desktop 109 recycle bin 109 safety 30 installation memory module 45 installing a charged battery 103 battery 101 memory modules 45 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 33 internal storage drive recovery 53 K keyboard...
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.../cable connectors 168 energy-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...
.../cable connectors 168 energy-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...
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... 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 136 contacting Toshiba 157 corrupted/damaged data files 147 data/entire system backup 154 Device Manager 141 Disk Defragmenter 146 display error message 145 display problems screen is blank 144 DVD player 151 eject button...
... 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 136 contacting Toshiba 157 corrupted/damaged data files 147 data/entire system backup 154 Device Manager 141 Disk Defragmenter 146 display error message 145 display problems screen is blank 144 DVD player 151 eject button...