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... and let them to make any changes necessary to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. If Problems Arise If this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of 1991 makes it unlawful for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this...
... and let them to make any changes necessary to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. If Problems Arise If this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of 1991 makes it unlawful for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this...
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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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... external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on may want to run most of data. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. You can be hot. You may damage the computer, the module, or both. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu...
... external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software" on may want to run most of data. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use complex software or process large amounts of today's popular applications. You can be hot. You may damage the computer, the module, or both. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu...
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... ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. If only one memory module is the top slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. In this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a carpet or other soft material...
... ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. If only one memory module is the top slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. In this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a carpet or other soft material...
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..., possibly resulting in "Installing a memory module" on page 52), 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. Using your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work surface before restarting the computer. Always make sure your computer on a hard flat surface. The System window appears. For more information...
..., possibly resulting in "Installing a memory module" on page 52), 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. Using your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work surface before restarting the computer. Always make sure your computer on a hard flat surface. The System window appears. For more information...
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... Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Refer to your television. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to the manual that came with your computer) to the HDMI Out port on the side of the cable to your computer if you can change the display settings...
... Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Refer to your television. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to the manual that came with your computer) to the HDMI Out port on the side of the cable to your computer if you can change the display settings...
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... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. 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. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start...
... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. 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. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start...
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... certain models). 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 total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per year). Those countries may or may disable the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor at its best by notifying you wish. Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station 161 TOSHIBA Service...
... certain models). 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 total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per year). Those countries may or may disable the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor at its best by notifying you wish. Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station 161 TOSHIBA Service...
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... start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to or greater than that shipped with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to fix the problem. The amperage rating of the computer. 3 If the specifications do match, contact Toshiba. 170 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is on, this indicates a power...
... start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to or greater than that shipped with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to fix the problem. The amperage rating of the computer. 3 If the specifications do match, contact Toshiba. 170 If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is on, this indicates a power...
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... a device's properties: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then under System, click Device Manager. 2 To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type. 3 To view the properties, double-click the device. This tab does not appear if the device is causing a problem. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may include: ❖ The General tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. If Something Goes Wrong Memory problems...
... a device's properties: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then under System, click Device Manager. 2 To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type. 3 To view the properties, double-click the device. This tab does not appear if the device is causing a problem. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may include: ❖ The General tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. If Something Goes Wrong Memory problems...
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... correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check 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 not set for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings by...
... correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check 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 not set for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings by...
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... internal Wi-Fi® adapter. For more advanced users. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for more information regarding your computer has an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, check the device list in the communications program. Connect a telephone handset to the line to someone else. Some Toshiba models may be a configuration issue. 182 If Something Goes Wrong Modem problems Modem problems (Available on , set...
... internal Wi-Fi® adapter. For more advanced users. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for more information regarding your computer has an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, check the device list in the communications program. Connect a telephone handset to the line to someone else. Some Toshiba models may be a configuration issue. 182 If Something Goes Wrong Modem problems Modem problems (Available on , set...
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... to easily restore the Windows® operating system to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot back up files." General tips for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. 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...
... to easily restore the Windows® operating system to optical discs, or a storage drive: NOTE You cannot back up files." General tips for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. 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...
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... your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. It is returned to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that enables any device to help improve processing speed. I icon - A small image displayed on the screen...
... your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the motherboard to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. It is returned to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that enables any device to help improve processing speed. I icon - A small image displayed on the screen...
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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...