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... long-distance transmission charges.) Also, you to make changes in a margin at (949) 859-4273. If trouble is subject to state tariffs. 5 Connection to party line service is experienced with this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone...
... long-distance transmission charges.) Also, you to make changes in a margin at (949) 859-4273. If trouble is subject to state tariffs. 5 Connection to party line service is experienced with this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone...
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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 module slots on may also be installed, it . If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is in Slot A. Slot B is to be hot. If only one or two memory modules. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the top slot...
... memory module slots on may also be installed, it . If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is in Slot A. Slot B is to be hot. If only one or two memory modules. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is the top slot...
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... resulting in Sleep mode). Using your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those 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 out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 124. 6 Turn the...
... resulting in Sleep mode). Using your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those 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 out of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 124. 6 Turn the...
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... original factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your internal storage drive if necessary. otherwise, click Cancel. The following program to make changes to recover your computer to its out-of-box state. (Recommended recovery method) See "Recovering to work. 58 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel...
... original factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your internal storage drive if necessary. otherwise, click Cancel. The following program to make changes to recover your computer to its out-of-box state. (Recommended recovery method) See "Recovering to work. 58 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel...
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... configuring the display properties settings. Getting Started 79 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to your computer if you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the side of the cable to the HDMI™ Out port, you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. NOTE In the future you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. Refer to the manual...
... configuring the display properties settings. Getting Started 79 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to your computer if you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the side of the cable to the HDMI™ Out port, you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. NOTE In the future you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the external device. Refer to the manual...
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... the Stop button. Playing optical media If you insert the disc incorrectly, it to listen, turn the volume down. To do this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the disc. You are ready to open Windows Media® Player and use the disc. The drive will run using this method, try launching the optical disc manually. For other types of...
... the Stop button. Playing optical media If you insert the disc incorrectly, it to listen, turn the volume down. To do this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the disc. You are ready to open Windows Media® Player and use the disc. The drive will run using this method, try launching the optical disc manually. For other types of...
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... side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for 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...
... side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to exit. 150 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for 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...
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..., the data logged on certain models). The TOSHIBA Service Station will alert you when updates are available, and you can then choose to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. 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...
..., the data logged on certain models). The TOSHIBA Service Station will alert you when updates are available, and you can then choose to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. 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...
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... do this, use the options in the Startup menu to start properly, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays 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 automatic restart on...
... do this, use the options in the Startup menu to start properly, you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays 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 automatic restart on...
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... built-in screen, make of the keys. If you are using is blank. To do this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to its previous setting. A keypad overlay may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If...
... built-in screen, make of the keys. If you are using is blank. To do this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to its previous setting. A keypad overlay may have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. If...
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... your program has a print preview mode. The modem is ON (the wireless indicator light will print. Many programs display information on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. For more information. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users.
... your program has a print preview mode. The modem is ON (the wireless indicator light will print. Many programs display information on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. For more information. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users.
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... system configuration with restore points" on battery power. Since problems with the Windows® operating system The most valuable component of your computer system may be a recent backup 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. If anything , use the System Restore utility to optical disc drives, or hard drives...
... system configuration with restore points" on battery power. Since problems with the Windows® operating system The most valuable component of your computer system may be a recent backup 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. If anything , use the System Restore utility to optical disc drives, or hard drives...
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... represents a function, file, or program. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using a pointing device such as a mouse. I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Compare...
... represents a function, file, or program. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using a pointing device such as a mouse. I icon-A small image displayed on the computer again, your work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. Compare...
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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...