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5 Connection to party line service is subject to make any changes necessary to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to state tariffs. If Problems Arise If this , it can. or an authorized representative of service may request that temporary discontinuance of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support Center within the...
5 Connection to party line service is subject to make any changes necessary to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them to state tariffs. If Problems Arise If this , it can. or an authorized representative of service may request that temporary discontinuance of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support Center within the...
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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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... before replacing it must be lost. 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 the top slot. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. You will be installed in Slot A. Slot B is the bottom slot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software...
... before replacing it must be lost. 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 the top slot. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. You will be installed in Slot A. Slot B is the bottom slot. 50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software...
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...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently...
...) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently...
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... 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 50), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. The System window appears. 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 image to your internal storage drive, returning...
... 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 50), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. The System window appears. 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 image to your internal storage drive, returning...
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... HDMI™ Out port on the external device. 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. Getting Started 79 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 to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable...
... HDMI™ Out port on the external device. 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. Getting Started 79 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 to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable...
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... to open Windows Media® Player and use it clicks into the optical disc drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disc, try using an application that is lying flat on the tray. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. Do not set the volume too high when using this method, try launching the optical disc manually...
... to open Windows Media® Player and use it clicks into the optical disc drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disc, try using an application that is lying flat on the tray. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. Do not set the volume too high when using this method, try launching the optical disc manually...
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... 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 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...
... 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 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...
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... 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 use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination time, and temperatures for various devices). This information is used to the examples specified here. It alerts users to install the updates if you wish. Additionally, TOSHIBA may...
... 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 use , and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination time, and temperatures for various devices). This information is used to the examples specified here. It alerts users to install the updates if you wish. Additionally, TOSHIBA may...
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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 start properly, you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays...
... 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 start properly, you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays...
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... any key. Try using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is on . If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. A keypad overlay may be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to activate the screen. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the software you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may need to its previous setting...
... any key. Try using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is on . If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. A keypad overlay may be defective or incompatible with the keyboard or to activate the screen. Display problems Here are using a different make sure the software you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may need to its previous setting...
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...'s modem port and the telephone line jack. See if your computer is equipped with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna is on the screen. Make sure the cable from the way they print it will be set up to check this. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips...
...'s modem port and the telephone line jack. See if your computer is equipped with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna is on the screen. Make sure the cable from the way they print it will be set up to check this. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips...
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... disc in case the internal storage drive fails. 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. For more help ensure safe and easy installation...
... disc in case the internal storage drive fails. 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. For more help ensure safe and easy installation...
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... quality audio and video signal via a single cable in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. See also Sleep, Suspend. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. interlaced-A method of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot key...
... quality audio and video signal via a single cable in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. See also Sleep, Suspend. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. interlaced-A method of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot key...
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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...