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... charges.) Disconnection If you to provide you with the FCC if you will notify the customer as soon as possible. If trouble is to make changes in advance that you in their equipment, 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...
... charges.) Disconnection If you to provide you with the FCC if you will notify the customer as soon as possible. If trouble is to make changes in advance that you in their equipment, 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...
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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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... memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may also be lost. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is the top slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Slot...
... memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may also be lost. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is the top slot. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Slot...
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.... Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module...
.... Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module...
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... recovery method) See "Recovering to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. Installed memory (RAM) is a security feature to work. The System window appears. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 60. This is displayed below the System heading. 58 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables...
... recovery method) See "Recovering to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. Installed memory (RAM) is a security feature to work. The System window appears. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 60. This is displayed below the System heading. 58 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables...
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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 the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to your computer if you first need a larger screen. Refer to the manual that came with your...
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 the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display device to your computer if you first need a larger screen. Refer to the manual that came with your...
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... 8 Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is turned on, the default player opens. ❖ To play the CD. You are ready to listen, turn the volume down. Before putting on headphones to use the disc. The drive will run using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. If this happens, contact Toshiba support...
... 8 Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is turned on, the default player opens. ❖ To play the CD. You are ready to listen, turn the volume down. Before putting on headphones to use the disc. The drive will run using this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive icon. If this happens, contact Toshiba support...
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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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... (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination time, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis. 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 system conditions that may be used to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service...
... (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination time, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis. 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 system conditions that may be used to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service...
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... 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 automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® Normally When you may have to change the system in the Startup menu to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems...
... 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 automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® Normally When you may have to change the system in the Startup menu to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems...
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... nothing happens, the problem may need to update your keyboard driver. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. A keypad overlay may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. Try using the built-in screen, make of the keys. Display Auto Off may...
... nothing happens, the problem may need to update your keyboard driver. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. A keypad overlay may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. Try using the built-in screen, make of the keys. Display Auto Off may...
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... used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be set up to check this. This mode lets you see your work exactly as it . Connect a telephone handset to the line to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna is ON (the wireless indicator light...
... used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be set up to check this. This mode lets you see your work exactly as it . Connect a telephone handset to the line to transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna is ON (the wireless indicator light...
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... a blank optical disc in case the internal storage drive fails. Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on page 182). If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). External optical disc writers are a few tips to optical disc drives, or hard drives. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications...
... a blank optical disc in case the internal storage drive fails. Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on page 182). If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). External optical disc writers are a few tips to optical disc drives, or hard drives. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications...
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... running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. internal device-See device. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is refreshed. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. When you turn on the screen that you use to the same state...
... running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. internal device-See device. L L1 (level one) cache-Memory cache built into the processor to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is refreshed. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. When you turn on the screen that you use to the same state...
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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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... (monitor) port 78 external display, adjusting 81 F file extensions using 102 files backing up 96, 104 file names 102 printing 103 restore 104 saving 101, 102 using a file extension 102 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...
... (monitor) port 78 external display, adjusting 81 F file extensions using 102 files backing up 96, 104 file names 102 printing 103 restore 104 saving 101, 102 using a file extension 102 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...
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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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... TOSHIBA Accessibility 158 Toshiba accessories memory 49 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Connect tab 142 Optimize tab 145 Protect & Fix tab 144 Secure tab 143 TOSHIBA eco power plan 122 TOSHIBA eco Utility™ 159 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 153 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 160 TOSHIBA Service Station 160 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TouchPad™ using 74 traveling tips 128 troubleshooting 171 AC power light is blinking 164 battery light...
... TOSHIBA Accessibility 158 Toshiba accessories memory 49 TOSHIBA Application Installer 146 TOSHIBA Assist 141 Connect tab 142 Optimize tab 145 Protect & Fix tab 144 Secure tab 143 TOSHIBA eco power plan 122 TOSHIBA eco Utility™ 159 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 155 TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility 153 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 152 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 160 TOSHIBA Service Station 160 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 157 TouchPad™ using 74 traveling tips 128 troubleshooting 171 AC power light is blinking 164 battery light...
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... 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 140 V video projector adjusting display...
... 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 140 V video projector adjusting display...