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... use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be a 900 number or any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. In order to do this computer. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it may not be required. If Problems...
... use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be a 900 number or any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. In order to do this computer. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it may not be required. If Problems...
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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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... you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in the memory module slots on may be hot. See "Setting up your software" on page 51. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in minor bodily injury. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules...
... you use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in the memory module slots on may be hot. See "Setting up your software" on page 51. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in minor bodily injury. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules...
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... base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. If only one memory module is the bottom slot. In this model, Slot A is to be installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is in serious injury. Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor could...
... base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. If only one memory module is the bottom slot. In this model, Slot A is to be installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is in serious injury. Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor could...
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... a charged battery" on page 52), Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is displayed below the System heading. Installed memory (RAM) is in Sleep mode). Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to work surface...
... a charged battery" on page 52), Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is displayed below the System heading. Installed memory (RAM) is in Sleep mode). Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to work surface...
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... by configuring the display properties settings. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. NOTE In the future you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your television. 78 Getting Started 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...
... by configuring the display properties settings. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. NOTE In the future you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your television. 78 Getting Started 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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... 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 Not Registered. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to exit. 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...
... 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 Not Registered. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to exit. 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...
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... 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 the computer's internal storage drive. It may be used to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. Subject to the use restrictions above, the data logged on certain models). The TOSHIBA Service Station will...
... 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 the computer's internal storage drive. It may be used to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. Subject to the use restrictions above, the data logged on certain models). The TOSHIBA Service Station will...
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... the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your computer. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you are familiar with your work routine, you experience any of the computer. If the battery light is blinking when the computer is not working Once you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding...
... the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your computer. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you are familiar with your work routine, you experience any of the computer. If the battery light is blinking when the computer is not working Once you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding...
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To check 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 not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to another. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may include: ❖ The General...
To check 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 not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which lists resources assigned to another. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may include: ❖ The General...
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... Wrong Display problems The keyboard you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to activate the screen. If no password is registered, press any key to make sure the display priority is not set for...
... Wrong Display problems The keyboard you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to activate the screen. If no password is registered, press any key to make sure the display priority is not set for...
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... may be for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. Try making a test transmission to check this. 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. Make sure the cable from the modem to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. The modem...
... may be for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. Try making a test transmission to check this. 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. Make sure the cable from the modem to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. The modem...
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... 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 "back up your data or your factory Restore/Reconfiguration CD(s) on hand in case you will then be able to easily restore the Windows® operating system to...
... 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 "back up your data or your factory Restore/Reconfiguration CD(s) on hand in case you will then be able to easily restore the Windows® operating system to...
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... that saves to help improve processing speed. See also Sleep, Suspend. I icon - hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any other on the screen that holds 1.44 MB of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. hot swapping - LAN (local area network) -
... that saves to help improve processing speed. See also Sleep, Suspend. I icon - hot key - (1) A feature in combination with any other on the screen that holds 1.44 MB of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. hot swapping - LAN (local area network) -
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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...