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...to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures....network, the telephone company will be required. In order to do this, it is necessary. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to file a complaint with the FCC if you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support...
...to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures....network, the telephone company will be required. In order to do this, it is necessary. 5 Connection to party line service is subject to file a complaint with the FCC if you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support...
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... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 70 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 72 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 73 Installing drivers and applications 74 Using the TouchPad 74 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 76 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 77 Using external display devices 77 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 79 Adjusting the quality of the external display......80 Using an external keyboard 80 Using a mouse...
... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 70 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 72 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 73 Installing drivers and applications 74 Using the TouchPad 74 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 76 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 77 Using external display devices 77 Connecting the display device 77 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 79 Adjusting the quality of the external display......80 Using an external keyboard 80 Using a mouse...
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... memory media 138 Removing memory media 138 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 139 Chapter 5: Utilities 140 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Connect 142 Secure 143 Protect & Fix 144 Optimize 145 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 Setting passwords 147 Using an instant password 147 Using a supervisor password 148 Using a user password 149 Deleting a user password 150 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........153 Mouse Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TOSHIBA Button Support...
... memory media 138 Removing memory media 138 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 139 Chapter 5: Utilities 140 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Connect 142 Secure 143 Protect & Fix 144 Optimize 145 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 Setting passwords 147 Using an instant password 147 Using a supervisor password 148 Using a user password 149 Deleting a user password 150 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........153 Mouse Utility 154 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TOSHIBA Button Support...
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... adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. You can be lost. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may want to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. If you install or remove a memory module...
... adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Failure to room temperature before they have cooled. You can be lost. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may want to increase the computer's memory if you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. If you install or remove a memory module...
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... Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected...
... Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected...
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... the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in Sleep mode). 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is in "Installing a memory module" on page 121. 6 Turn the...
... the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in Sleep mode). 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is in "Installing a memory module" on page 121. 6 Turn the...
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... purchase an HDMI cable. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or VCR/DVD player To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or VCR/DVD player to the computer: ❖ Connect one end of an HDMI cable (not included with the monitor to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. 78 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you can...
... purchase an HDMI cable. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or VCR/DVD player To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or VCR/DVD player to the computer: ❖ Connect one end of an HDMI cable (not included with the monitor to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. 78 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you can...
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.... 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to exit. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 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...
.... 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to exit. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 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...
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TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by notifying you wish. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain models). The stored data...
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by notifying you wish. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information on certain models). The stored data...
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... you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The battery light is blinking when the computer is on . If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in the DC-IN socket. If the battery light is blinking when the computer is on , this indicates a power mismatch. 170 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working...
... you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. The battery light is blinking when the computer is on . If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in the DC-IN socket. If the battery light is blinking when the computer is on , this indicates a power mismatch. 170 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working...
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... device is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which provides an array of the Start menu. This tab also provides options for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the Shut down completely. 2 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 52, and making sure the module is causing a problem. The tabs that seem to the device. The computer shuts down button in "Installing a memory module...
... device is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which provides an array of the Start menu. This tab also provides options for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the Shut down completely. 2 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 52, and making sure the module is causing a problem. The tabs that seem to the device. The computer shuts down button in "Installing a memory module...
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... typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is blank. This opens the Personalization window. Press any key. You may have activated the instant password feature by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the computer. Click Display and then Change display settings to continue working power...
... typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on . ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is blank. This opens the Personalization window. Press any key. You may have activated the instant password feature by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the computer. Click Display and then Change display settings to continue working power...
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... of the Windows® Control Panel, System and Security). If it can detect access points or routers. Some Toshiba models may be set up to someone else. Connect a telephone handset to the line to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The...
... of the Windows® Control Panel, System and Security). If it can detect access points or routers. Some Toshiba models may be set up to someone else. Connect a telephone handset to the line to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is on certain models) This section lists common modem problems. The...
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For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 187). ❖ Have your factory Restore/Reconfiguration CD(s) on...
For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 187). ❖ Have your factory Restore/Reconfiguration CD(s) on...
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... - internal device - See also World Wide Web. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. 217 Glossary Hibernation - high-density diskette - hot swapping - interlaced - Interlaced monitors take two passes to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See device. K keyboard shortcut - It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Compare non-interlaced. Memory...
... - internal device - See also World Wide Web. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. 217 Glossary Hibernation - high-density diskette - hot swapping - interlaced - Interlaced monitors take two passes to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See device. K keyboard shortcut - It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Compare non-interlaced. Memory...
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... changing 119 charge indicator light 48, 113 charge not lasting 175 charging 48, 112 conserving power 116 disposal 124 installing 119, 121 low charge 115 maintaining 123 monitoring power 48, 113 not charging 174 notifications 116 power plan 199 power plan hot key 118 real-time clock (RTC) 110, 112 remaining power 115 removing 120 safety precautions 122 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 128 buttons eject, optical drive 103 Media control buttons 104 C Call2Recycle™ battery 125 changing...
... changing 119 charge indicator light 48, 113 charge not lasting 175 charging 48, 112 conserving power 116 disposal 124 installing 119, 121 low charge 115 maintaining 123 monitoring power 48, 113 not charging 174 notifications 116 power plan 199 power plan hot key 118 real-time clock (RTC) 110, 112 remaining power 115 removing 120 safety precautions 122 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 128 buttons eject, optical drive 103 Media control buttons 104 C Call2Recycle™ battery 125 changing...
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.../trouble accessing a drive 177 running slow 178 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 179 cannot read a diskette 179 display does not look normal/flickers 176 external monitor not working 177 display device connecting 77 external 77 display output settings 79 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 176 display, external adjusting 80 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 124 DVD using 102 DVD player general problems 184 E eject button optical drive 103 eject, optical drive 103 ENERGY STAR® 37 error...
.../trouble accessing a drive 177 running slow 178 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 179 cannot read a diskette 179 display does not look normal/flickers 176 external monitor not working 177 display device connecting 77 external 77 display output settings 79 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 176 display, external adjusting 80 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 124 DVD using 102 DVD player general problems 184 E eject button optical drive 103 eject, optical drive 103 ENERGY STAR® 37 error...
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... keys 95 function keys 96 H HDMI™ Out Port 77 headphones using 135 Help and Support Windows® operating system 172 Hibernation mode 82 configuring 86 hot key 201 starting again from 88 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 205 disabling or enabling wireless devices 204 display brightness 203 Hibernation mode 201 keyboard overlays 207 Lock (Instant security) 198 Output (Display switch) 202 power plan 199 Sleep mode 200 volume mute 197 Zoom (Display resolution) 206 zooming in 207 zooming out 207 Hot Key Cards 193 Hot key functions 197 hot key power...
... keys 95 function keys 96 H HDMI™ Out Port 77 headphones using 135 Help and Support Windows® operating system 172 Hibernation mode 82 configuring 86 hot key 201 starting again from 88 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 205 disabling or enabling wireless devices 204 display brightness 203 Hibernation mode 201 keyboard overlays 207 Lock (Instant security) 198 Output (Display switch) 202 power plan 199 Sleep mode 200 volume mute 197 Zoom (Display resolution) 206 zooming in 207 zooming out 207 Hot Key Cards 193 Hot key functions 197 hot key power...
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... features 109 problem solving 174 turning on 50 power button 50 power plan hot key 118 power plans 117 power source connecting 47 powering down using Hibernate 86 using Sleep 88 precautions 43 printer connecting 80 problem solving 181 printing a file 100 problem solving AC power 174 accessing disk drives 168 battery charge does not last 175 battery not charging 174 cannot insert diskette in drive 179 cannot read a diskette 179 changing display properties 177 checking device properties 173...
... features 109 problem solving 174 turning on 50 power button 50 power plan hot key 118 power plans 117 power source connecting 47 powering down using Hibernate 86 using Sleep 88 precautions 43 printer connecting 80 problem solving 181 printing a file 100 problem solving AC power 174 accessing disk drives 168 battery charge does not last 175 battery not charging 174 cannot insert diskette in drive 179 cannot read a diskette 179 changing display properties 177 checking device properties 173...
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...; Start menu 97 starting up the computer from Shut down 86 from Sleep 91 Startup menu problem solving 171 supervisor password, deleting 149 supervisor password, set up 148 T taskbar 128 telephone line connecting to modem 130 television adjusting display 80 connecting 77 Toshiba registering computer 51 worldwide offices 191 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA eco power plan Using 119 TOSHIBA eco Utility 160 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup...
...; Start menu 97 starting up the computer from Shut down 86 from Sleep 91 Startup menu problem solving 171 supervisor password, deleting 149 supervisor password, set up 148 T taskbar 128 telephone line connecting to modem 130 television adjusting display 80 connecting 77 Toshiba registering computer 51 worldwide offices 191 TOSHIBA Accessibility 159 Toshiba accessories memory 52 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 TOSHIBA Button Support 158 TOSHIBA eco power plan Using 119 TOSHIBA eco Utility 160 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup...