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... of the telephone company is to use a computer or other number for them know of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may occasionally be a 900 number or any message unless such message clearly contains in their equipment, operations or procedures. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to send and...
... of the telephone company is to use a computer or other number for them know of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may occasionally be a 900 number or any message unless such message clearly contains in their equipment, operations or procedures. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to send and...
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... recovery method 56 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 58 Recovering to a custom size partition 61 Creating recovery DVDs/media 63 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 66 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 67 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 69 Installing drivers and applications 69 Using the touch pad 70 Adjusting touch pad settings 73 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 73 Using external display devices 74 Selecting video cables 74 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 74 Connecting an external monitor...
... recovery method 56 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 58 Recovering to a custom size partition 61 Creating recovery DVDs/media 63 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 66 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 67 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 69 Installing drivers and applications 69 Using the touch pad 70 Adjusting touch pad settings 73 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 73 Using external display devices 74 Selecting video cables 74 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 74 Connecting an external monitor...
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... & Fix 135 Optimize 136 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 137 TOSHIBA Application Installer 137 Setting passwords 138 Using a supervisor password 138 Using a user password 140 Deleting a user password 140 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 141 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 142 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 143 Mouse Utility 144 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 145 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 147 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 147 USB Sleep and Charge 147 Enabling USB Sleep and Charge 149 Power supply mode settings 149 TOSHIBA Button Support 150 TOSHIBA Accessibility 151 TOSHIBA eco...
... & Fix 135 Optimize 136 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 137 TOSHIBA Application Installer 137 Setting passwords 138 Using a supervisor password 138 Using a user password 140 Deleting a user password 140 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 141 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 142 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 143 Mouse Utility 144 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 145 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 147 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 147 USB Sleep and Charge 147 Enabling USB Sleep and Charge 149 Power supply mode settings 149 TOSHIBA Button Support 150 TOSHIBA Accessibility 151 TOSHIBA eco...
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...; Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 74) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 76) Adding memory (optional) Your computer comes with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to your software. Contact the location you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to send you purchased the computer at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by improper installation...
...; Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 74) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 76) Adding memory (optional) Your computer comes with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to your software. Contact the location you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to send you purchased the computer at http://www.register.toshiba.com, or by improper installation...
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Getting Started 73 Using the touch pad Adjusting touch pad settings While you are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the touch pad, so that it is enabled by default. The on-screen pointer may be replaced by the next character you type. Also, accidental light touches or taps on the touch pad may select an item or text on the screen, and potentially the item or text may seem to move or...
Getting Started 73 Using the touch pad Adjusting touch pad settings While you are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the touch pad, so that it is enabled by default. The on-screen pointer may be replaced by the next character you type. Also, accidental light touches or taps on the touch pad may select an item or text on the screen, and potentially the item or text may seem to move or...
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...) Video ports Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need a larger screen. 74 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable...
...) Video ports Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need a larger screen. 74 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable...
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... are using. Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable. For example, F2 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. 92 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with...
... are using. Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable. For example, F2 turns the touch pad ON/OFF. 92 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with...
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... button. Playing optical media If you insert the disc incorrectly, it is a music CD, open Windows Media® Player and use the associated software to open the files on the disc. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 103 8 Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat on , the default...
... button. Playing optical media If you insert the disc incorrectly, it is a music CD, open Windows Media® Player and use the associated software to open the files on the disc. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 103 8 Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat on , the default...
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... the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your computer. TOSHIBA is not responsible for the power-on -screen instructions to complete the process. A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 5 Enter the password, then click OK. 6 Click OK to exit. 7 Restart the system to remove the user password. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password protection. Using a user password A user password provides power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 140 Utilities Setting passwords 4 Click...
... the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your computer. TOSHIBA is not responsible for the power-on -screen instructions to complete the process. A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 5 Enter the password, then click OK. 6 Click OK to exit. 7 Restart the system to remove the user password. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password protection. Using a user password A user password provides power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 140 Utilities Setting passwords 4 Click...
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... mouse or keyboard to the compatible ports. However, some external devices cannot be disabled. 148 Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will be charged solely by supplying USB bus power (DC 5V). In that case, if there is a USB port that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ❖ External devices connected to Enabled, USB bus power...
... mouse or keyboard to the compatible ports. However, some external devices cannot be disabled. 148 Utilities TOSHIBA Sleep Utility NOTE ❖ When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is set to Enabled, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work , but the "USB Sleep and Charge function" will be charged solely by supplying USB bus power (DC 5V). In that case, if there is a USB port that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when using the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ❖ External devices connected to Enabled, USB bus power...
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... service by your TOSHIBA computer. TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. It alerts users to the examples specified here. number of power button uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per year). Subject to install the updates if you when updated software, firmware...
... service by your TOSHIBA computer. TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. It alerts users to the examples specified here. number of power button uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per year). Subject to install the updates if you when updated software, firmware...
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Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when 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® Normally When you...
Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when 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® Normally When you...
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... connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maintaining battery power, see "Power Plans" on the computer. Is the display power set to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. Refer to the documentation that takes its power from the battery? Try using the internal storage drive more? If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 163 If the battery has completely discharged, it will need to update...
... connected may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more information on maintaining battery power, see "Power Plans" on the computer. Is the display power set to the keyboard manufacturer's Web site. Refer to the documentation that takes its power from the battery? Try using the internal storage drive more? If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems 163 If the battery has completely discharged, it will need to update...
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... the problem, press F5 again to return the display priority to its previous setting. Click Display and then Change display settings to activate the screen. The screen does not look correct. You can change the settings for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press F5 to continue working. If you are using the...
... the problem, press F5 again to return the display priority to its previous setting. Click Display and then Change display settings to activate the screen. The screen does not look correct. You can change the settings for the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press F5 to continue working. If you are using the...
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... computer system, install just one installation at a time, creating restore points immediately before connecting a new hardware item to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your back up anything that the installation is completed, and will clean up DVD(s) on page 175). Follow the on-screen instructions to determine the origin of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like...
... computer system, install just one installation at a time, creating restore points immediately before connecting a new hardware item to set a restore point (see "Backing up your data or your back up anything that the installation is completed, and will clean up DVD(s) on page 175). Follow the on-screen instructions to determine the origin of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like...
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... a function, file, or program. internal device-See device. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed. See also Sleep, Suspend. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of using this function, if connected with the Fn keycan set system options or control...
... a function, file, or program. internal device-See device. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed. See also Sleep, Suspend. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. Internet-The decentralized, world-wide network of using this function, if connected with the Fn keycan set system options or control...
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... power 108 accessing network 127 adding memory (optional) 54 optional external devices 54 adequate ventilation cooling fan 48 adjusting touch pad settings 73 audio features 127 B backing up files 91, 98 backlit keyboard 93 battery battery life 107 Call2Recycle™ 121 care 119, 120 changing 116 charge indicator light 51 charge time 108 charger 108 206 charging 51, 108 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 109 conserving power 113 determine remaining power 112 disposal 120 indicator light 111 installation...
... power 108 accessing network 127 adding memory (optional) 54 optional external devices 54 adequate ventilation cooling fan 48 adjusting touch pad settings 73 audio features 127 B backing up files 91, 98 backlit keyboard 93 battery battery life 107 Call2Recycle™ 121 care 119, 120 changing 116 charge indicator light 51 charge time 108 charger 108 206 charging 51, 108 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 109 conserving power 113 determine remaining power 112 disposal 120 indicator light 111 installation...
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... TV or display device 74 monitor 74 power cord/cable 50 power source 50 cooling fan adequate ventilation 48 customize computer settings 88 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 176 DC-IN power light 49 desktop creating new icon 124 exploring the 123 icons 124 recycle bin 124 standard features 124 Windows® operating system 123 Device Manager fixing a problem 161 directing display output 75 disabling touch pad 73, 185 display troubleshooting 165 display devices external 74 display output settings 75 display panel opening 52
... TV or display device 74 monitor 74 power cord/cable 50 power source 50 cooling fan adequate ventilation 48 customize computer settings 88 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 176 DC-IN power light 49 desktop creating new icon 124 exploring the 123 icons 124 recycle bin 124 standard features 124 Windows® operating system 123 Device Manager fixing a problem 161 directing display output 75 disabling touch pad 73, 185 display troubleshooting 165 display devices external 74 display output settings 75 display panel opening 52
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... configuring 82 configuring options 83 powering down 83 Shut down 83 starting again from 85 using 82 hot key backlight 189 disabling or enabling wireless devices 188 display brightness 187 Internet 185 keyboard overlays 189 optical disc drive 185 Output (Display switch) 186 Sleep mode 185 zoom 189 zoom in 189 zoom out 189 Hot Key Cards 183 Hot key functions 184 I icon desktop 124 moving to desktop 124 recycle bin 124 safety 43 installing a charged battery 118 battery 116 memory modules 54 mouse 76 Instruction Manual...
... configuring 82 configuring options 83 powering down 83 Shut down 83 starting again from 85 using 82 hot key backlight 189 disabling or enabling wireless devices 188 display brightness 187 Internet 185 keyboard overlays 189 optical disc drive 185 Output (Display switch) 186 Sleep mode 185 zoom 189 zoom in 189 zoom out 189 Hot Key Cards 183 Hot key functions 184 I icon desktop 124 moving to desktop 124 recycle bin 124 safety 43 installing a charged battery 118 battery 116 memory modules 54 mouse 76 Instruction Manual...
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... backup 176 DC-IN power light is blinking 157 Device Manager 161 Disk Defragmenter 166 display error message 165 display problems screen is blank 164 DVD BD player 172 eject button 167 error message, warning resume failure 157 Error-checking 166 external display problems 165 external keyboard 163 external monitor 164 good computing habits 173 hard disk drive is slow 166 HD content, Blu-ray Disc™ 168 Help and Support, Windows® operating system 160 high-pitched noise 170 installing hardware/software...
... backup 176 DC-IN power light is blinking 157 Device Manager 161 Disk Defragmenter 166 display error message 165 display problems screen is blank 164 DVD BD player 172 eject button 167 error message, warning resume failure 157 Error-checking 166 external display problems 165 external keyboard 163 external monitor 164 good computing habits 173 hard disk drive is slow 166 HD content, Blu-ray Disc™ 168 Help and Support, Windows® operating system 160 high-pitched noise 170 installing hardware/software...