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..., operations or procedures. 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. If Problems Arise If this change. If these changes might affect your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is resolved. 5 Connection to party line service...
..., operations or procedures. 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. If Problems Arise If this change. If these changes might affect your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is resolved. 5 Connection to party line service...
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... to a custom size partition 62 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 65 Creating recovery DVDs/media 67 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 77 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 78 Using external display devices 78 Selecting video cables 79 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector ....79...
... to a custom size partition 62 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 65 Creating recovery DVDs/media 67 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 77 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 78 Using external display devices 78 Selecting video cables 79 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device 79 Connecting an external monitor or projector ....79...
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... Slot B. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Slot B is to room temperature before they have cooled. The surrounding area may also be lost. Failure to follow these directions could result in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is in minor bodily injury. Before you install or remove a memory module...
... Slot B. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Slot B is to room temperature before they have cooled. The surrounding area may also be lost. Failure to follow these directions could result in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is in minor bodily injury. Before you install or remove a memory module...
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... and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on page 124. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 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 computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it...
... and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on page 124. 6 Turn the computer right side up. 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 computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it...
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... Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of-box state Description This option restores the original factory...
... Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of-box state Description This option restores the original factory...
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... first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Getting Started 79 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 a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to the computer: ❖ Connect one end of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable...
... first need a larger screen. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Getting Started 79 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 a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to the computer: ❖ Connect one end of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable...
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... listen, turn the volume down. The drive will run using this method, try launching the optical disc manually. Before putting on headphones to use it is associated with the media on the disc. To do this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of media, use the associated software to open Windows Media® Player and use the disc. Continuous...
... listen, turn the volume down. The drive will run using this method, try launching the optical disc manually. Before putting on headphones to use it is associated with the media on the disc. To do this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of media, use the associated software to open Windows Media® Player and use the disc. Continuous...
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... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. 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, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
... enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. 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, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
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... 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 system conditions that may not have the same data protection laws or data protection levels as power consumption, the cooling system and the 3D Accelerometer (available on the computer's internal storage drive. Those...
... 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 system conditions that may not have the same data protection laws or data protection levels as power consumption, the cooling system and the 3D Accelerometer (available on the computer's internal storage drive. Those...
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... installing a new program or adding a device. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. If 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...
... installing a new program or adding a device. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. If 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...
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... numlock light. You have registered a password, press any key. Display problems Here are using a different make of the keys. Press any of keyboard. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). You may be related to activate the screen. The keyboard you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. A keypad overlay may need to...
... numlock light. You have registered a password, press any key. Display problems Here are using a different make of the keys. Press any of keyboard. The screen reactivates and allows you through the display options. If this , press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). You may be related to activate the screen. The keyboard you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. A keypad overlay may need to...
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... internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna is ON (the wireless indicator light will not receive or transmit properly. 178 If Something Goes Wrong Modem problems The printer will print. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The modem is firmly connected to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks...
... internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna is ON (the wireless indicator light will not receive or transmit properly. 178 If Something Goes Wrong Modem problems The printer will print. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The modem is firmly connected to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks...
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... configuration with the Windows® operating system The most valuable component of your computer system may be a recent backup of your important files to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). Most 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 read from optical discs...
... configuration with the Windows® operating system The most valuable component of your computer system may be a recent backup of your important files to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). Most 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 read from optical discs...
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... services. When you turn the computer off . Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that you use to perform a task instead of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the motherboard to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys...
... services. When you turn the computer off . Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba computers that you use to perform a task instead of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn on the motherboard to the internal storage drive the current state of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. K keyboard shortcut-A key or combination of keys...
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Index A AC adaptor 44 AC power 114 AC power light 44 accessing network 133 adding memory check total memory 58 memory (optional) 49 optional external devices 49 adequate ventilation cooling fan 43 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 77 Application Cards 192 audio features 135 B backing up files 96, 104 battery battery life 113 Call2Recycle™ 128 care 125, 126 changing 122 222 charge indicator light 45 charge time 114 charger 114 charging 46, 114 charging the real-time clock...
Index A AC adaptor 44 AC power 114 AC power light 44 accessing network 133 adding memory check total memory 58 memory (optional) 49 optional external devices 49 adequate ventilation cooling fan 43 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 77 Application Cards 192 audio features 135 B backing up files 96, 104 battery battery life 113 Call2Recycle™ 128 care 125, 126 changing 122 222 charge indicator light 45 charge time 114 charger 114 charging 46, 114 charging the real-time clock...
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Index 223 running computer on battery power 112 safety precautions 125 setting notifications 119 battery indicator light 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 105, 106 button eject, optical disc drive 107 power 48 Shut down 51, 85 start 131 C Call2Recycle™ battery 128 caring for your computer 93 changing battery 122 character keys 97 charging the battery 46 cleaning the computer 93 communications network connection 133 set up 132 computer caring for...
Index 223 running computer on battery power 112 safety precautions 125 setting notifications 119 battery indicator light 117 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 105, 106 button eject, optical disc drive 107 power 48 Shut down 51, 85 start 131 C Call2Recycle™ battery 128 caring for your computer 93 changing battery 122 character keys 97 charging the battery 46 cleaning the computer 93 communications network connection 133 set up 132 computer caring for...
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... function keys 97 H headphones using 135 Help and Support troubleshooting 167 Hibernation mode 83 configuring 87 configuring options 88 hot key 198 powering down 88 Shut down 88 starting again from 90 using 87 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 201 display brightness 200 Hibernation mode 198 keyboard overlays 205 Lock (Instant security) 195 Output (Display switch) 199 power plan 196 Sleep mode 197 using to set a power plan 121 volume mute 194 Zoom (Display resolution) 203 zooming in 205 zooming out 205 Hot Key Cards 190 Hot key functions...
... function keys 97 H headphones using 135 Help and Support troubleshooting 167 Hibernation mode 83 configuring 87 configuring options 88 hot key 198 powering down 88 Shut down 88 starting again from 90 using 87 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 201 display brightness 200 Hibernation mode 198 keyboard overlays 205 Lock (Instant security) 195 Output (Display switch) 199 power plan 196 Sleep mode 197 using to set a power plan 121 volume mute 194 Zoom (Display resolution) 203 zooming in 205 zooming out 205 Hot Key Cards 190 Hot key functions...
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...48, 87, 90, 93 Web Camera light 136 lock computer, using 94 M maintaining your battery 126 manual eject hole optical disc drive 107 memory adding (optional) 49 check total memory 58 removing memory module slot cover 52 Memory card reader inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 138 using 137 memory module installation 50 inserting into socket 53 removing 55, 57 microphone using 135 modem connecting to telephone line 134 problem solving 178 monitor connecting 79 monitor problems troubleshooting 172 monitoring battery power 116 mouse installing 81 mouse utility 154 moving the computer 94
...48, 87, 90, 93 Web Camera light 136 lock computer, using 94 M maintaining your battery 126 manual eject hole optical disc drive 107 memory adding (optional) 49 check total memory 58 removing memory module slot cover 52 Memory card reader inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 138 using 137 memory module installation 50 inserting into socket 53 removing 55, 57 microphone using 135 modem connecting to telephone line 134 problem solving 178 monitor connecting 79 monitor problems troubleshooting 172 monitoring battery power 116 mouse installing 81 mouse utility 154 moving the computer 94
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... 101 Windows® Explorer 100 Windows® Start menu 99 starting a program from Start 99 starting again from Hibernation mode 90 Sleep mode 93 Startup menu problem solving 166 supervisor password, deleting 149 supervisor password, set up 148 system indicator lights AC power 44 drive in-use indicator 107 LEDs 45, 46, 48, 87, 90, 93, 116, 117, 136 T taskbar 132 telephone line connecting to modem 134 television adjusting display 81 tips for computing 95 Toshiba online...
... 101 Windows® Explorer 100 Windows® Start menu 99 starting a program from Start 99 starting again from Hibernation mode 90 Sleep mode 93 Startup menu problem solving 166 supervisor password, deleting 149 supervisor password, set up 148 system indicator lights AC power 44 drive in-use indicator 107 LEDs 45, 46, 48, 87, 90, 93, 116, 117, 136 T taskbar 132 telephone line connecting to modem 134 television adjusting display 81 tips for computing 95 Toshiba online...
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...; operating system not working 165 wireless networking 178 turning off computer 82 computer more quickly 85 options 83 turning on power 48 U USB-compatible printer 81 user password, deleting 150 user password, setting 149 using a microphone 135 computer lock 94 DVDs 105 Hibernation mode 87 hot key to set a power plan 121 Memory card reader 137 optical disc drive 105 Shut down command 85 Sleep mode 90 TOSHIBA eco power plan 122 TouchPad™ 74 Web Camera 136 using the keyboard 96 using the overlay for cursor control 99 Utilities...
...; operating system not working 165 wireless networking 178 turning off computer 82 computer more quickly 85 options 83 turning on power 48 U USB-compatible printer 81 user password, deleting 150 user password, setting 149 using a microphone 135 computer lock 94 DVDs 105 Hibernation mode 87 hot key to set a power plan 121 Memory card reader 137 optical disc drive 105 Shut down command 85 Sleep mode 90 TOSHIBA eco power plan 122 TouchPad™ 74 Web Camera 136 using the keyboard 96 using the overlay for cursor control 99 Utilities...