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... local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this equipment, for information. If Problems Arise If this change. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc...
... local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this equipment, for information. If Problems Arise If this change. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc...
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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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Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. You will be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. Allow the module(s) to cool to follow these...
Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. You will be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. Allow the module(s) to cool to follow these...
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... memory module is the top slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected 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. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located...
... memory module is the top slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected 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. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located...
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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). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), The System window appears. 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. In this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. Installed memory (RAM) is in "Installing a memory module" on...
... the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), The System window appears. 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. In this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. Installed memory (RAM) is in "Installing a memory module" on...
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Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Refer to the manual that came with the television for more information. NOTE In the future you must purchase an HDMI cable. 78 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your television...
Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Refer to the manual that came with the television for more information. NOTE In the future you must purchase an HDMI cable. 78 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your television...
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... 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. 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.
... 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. 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.
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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 residence (e.g., European Union). Subject to the use this information for various devices). The TOSHIBA Service Station will automatically delete all collected information from the internal storage drive. It may also be transferred to help...
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 residence (e.g., European Union). Subject to the use this information for various devices). The TOSHIBA Service Station will automatically delete all collected information from the internal storage drive. It may also be transferred to help...
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... Wrong The Windows® operating system is on, this indicates a power mismatch. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in the Startup menu to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of the computer. 3 If the specifications do match, contact Toshiba. The output specifications of...
... Wrong The Windows® operating system is on, this indicates a power mismatch. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in the Startup menu to start after the initial startup appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to fix the problem. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of the computer. 3 If the specifications do match, contact Toshiba. The output specifications of...
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... making sure the module is worthwhile checking for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which provides an array of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. If Something Goes Wrong Memory problems 173 Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of the Start menu. Memory problems Incorrectly connected...
... making sure the module is worthwhile checking for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which provides an array of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. If Something Goes Wrong Memory problems 173 Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of the Start menu. Memory problems Incorrectly connected...
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... registered a password, press any key. The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). If you are using a different make of keyboard. This opens the Personalization window. Choose a theme for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings by...
... registered a password, press any key. The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into effect. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). If you are using a different make of keyboard. This opens the Personalization window. Choose a theme for your desktop background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the display settings by...
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...) specified in Device Manager (part of networks, and may be a configuration issue. 182 If Something Goes Wrong Modem problems Modem problems (Available on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of the Windows® Control Panel, System and Security). Some Toshiba models may be busy or off line. For more advanced users. The...
...) specified in Device Manager (part of networks, and may be a configuration issue. 182 If Something Goes Wrong Modem problems Modem problems (Available on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of the Windows® Control Panel, System and Security). Some Toshiba models may be busy or off line. For more advanced users. The...
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... to easily restore the Windows® operating system to the state it and/or inserting a blank optical disc in case you need any changes that the installation process introduced. ❖ Back up your data or your entire computer with restore points" on certain models). 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...
... to easily restore the Windows® operating system to the state it and/or inserting a blank optical disc in case you need any changes that the installation process introduced. ❖ Back up your data or your entire computer with restore points" on certain models). 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...
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... the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you turn on the network. A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other line of keys that activates a memory resident program. internal device - A key or combination of pixels is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also...
... the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that you turn on the network. A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other line of keys that activates a memory resident program. internal device - A key or combination of pixels is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also...
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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...