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... custom size partition 63 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 66 Creating recovery DVDs/media 68 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 73 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 74 Installing drivers and applications 75 Using the TouchPad 75 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Selecting video cables 80 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............80 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
... custom size partition 63 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 66 Creating recovery DVDs/media 68 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 73 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 74 Installing drivers and applications 75 Using the TouchPad 75 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Selecting video cables 80 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............80 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
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... before replacing it must be hot. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in minor bodily injury. See "Setting up your software" on the base of the computer. NOTE For this procedure. The surrounding area may be installed in Slot A. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module with...
... before replacing it must be hot. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in minor bodily injury. See "Setting up your software" on the base of the computer. NOTE For this procedure. The surrounding area may be installed in Slot A. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module with...
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... a charged battery" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Make sure to a power...
... a charged battery" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Make sure to a power...
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.... When Safe Mode is best to press Enter to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is in memory will not be lost. NOTE If your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. The memory module pops up normally. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is highlighted, then press Enter. NOTE The following screen may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module...
.... When Safe Mode is best to press Enter to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is in memory will not be lost. NOTE If your internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. The memory module pops up normally. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is highlighted, then press Enter. NOTE The following screen may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module...
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... Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Back of the slot. Make...
... Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Back of the slot. Make...
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... drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of-box state Description This option restores the original factory image to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that the computer has recognized the change. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover...
... drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to out-of-box state Description This option restores the original factory image to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. Installed memory (RAM) is inserted completely into the socket and lined up that the computer has recognized the change. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover...
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... need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to see if you first need a larger screen. NOTE In the future you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to the RGB (monitor) port...
... need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to see if you first need a larger screen. NOTE In the future you must purchase an HDMI™ cable. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the monitor to the RGB (monitor) port...
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... an audio CD and close the disc tray. For example, if it is a music CD, open the files on the disc. You are ready to listen, turn the volume down. Do not set the volume too high when using an application that is turned on the center of media, use the disc. The drive will run using this method, try launching the optical disc manually. For other types...
... an audio CD and close the disc tray. For example, if it is a music CD, open the files on the disc. You are ready to listen, turn the volume down. Do not set the volume too high when using an application that is turned on the center of media, use the disc. The drive will run using this method, try launching the optical disc manually. For other types...
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.... 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. 152 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 Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to...
.... 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. 152 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 Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to...
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... the computer's internal storage drive. 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 your home country or region. Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station 161 TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying you when updated software, firmware, documentation...
... the computer's internal storage drive. 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 your home country or region. Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station 161 TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying you when updated software, firmware, documentation...
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... 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 system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® Normally When you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays information about each option at...
... 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 system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® Normally When you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays information about each option at...
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... through the display options. This opens the Personalization window. Click Display and then Change display settings to its previous setting. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖...
... through the display options. This opens the Personalization window. Click Display and then Change display settings to its previous setting. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the monitor is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cord/cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖...
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... modem is on the screen differently from the modem to the telephone line is ON (the wireless indicator light will be set up to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. For more advanced users. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or contact your computer...
... modem is on the screen differently from the modem to the telephone line is ON (the wireless indicator light will be set up to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. For more advanced users. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or contact your computer...
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... battery power. Since problems with restore points" on page 182). No additional software is recommended in the drive. 2 Click Start. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click Back up your data. External optical disc writers are a few tips to optical disc drives, or hard drives. If anything , use the System Restore utility to (or 'burn') as well as special toolbars for "back up files." For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware...
... battery power. Since problems with restore points" on page 182). No additional software is recommended in the drive. 2 Click Start. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click Back up your data. External optical disc writers are a few tips to optical disc drives, or hard drives. If anything , use the System Restore utility to (or 'burn') as well as special toolbars for "back up files." For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware...
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... keys that you use 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. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that saves to perform a task instead of your work , including all open...
... keys that you use 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. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. One A/V component can control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that saves to perform a task instead of your work , including all open...
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... adaptor 45 AC power 116 AC power light 45 accessing network 135 adding memory 50 check total memory 59 optional external devices 50 adequate ventilation cooling fan 44 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Application Cards 192 audio features 137 B backing up files 96, 106 battery battery life 115 Call2Recycle™ 130 care 127, 128 changing 124 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 170 charge time 116 charger 116 charging 47, 116 charging the real-time...
... adaptor 45 AC power 116 AC power light 45 accessing network 135 adding memory 50 check total memory 59 optional external devices 50 adequate ventilation cooling fan 44 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Application Cards 192 audio features 137 B backing up files 96, 106 battery battery life 115 Call2Recycle™ 130 care 127, 128 changing 124 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 170 charge time 116 charger 116 charging 47, 116 charging the real-time...
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... on battery power 114 safety precautions 127 setting notifications 120 battery indicator light 119 BD player general problems 180 BDs using 107 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 107 button eject, optical disc drive 109 power 49 Shut down 52, 86 start 133 C Call2Recycle™ battery 130 caring for your computer 94 changing battery 124 character keys 98 charging the battery 47 checking device properties 168 cleaning the computer 94 communications network connection 135 set...
... on battery power 114 safety precautions 127 setting notifications 120 battery indicator light 119 BD player general problems 180 BDs using 107 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 107 button eject, optical disc drive 109 power 49 Shut down 52, 86 start 133 C Call2Recycle™ battery 130 caring for your computer 94 changing battery 124 character keys 98 charging the battery 47 checking device properties 168 cleaning the computer 94 communications network connection 135 set...
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... 91 using 89 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 201 display brightness 200 Hibernation mode 198 keyboard overlays 204 Lock (Instant security) 195 Output (Display switch) 199 power plan 196 Sleep mode 197 using to set a power plan 123 volume mute 194 Zoom (Display resolution) 203 zooming in 204 zooming out 204 Hot Key Cards 190 Hot key functions 194 I icon desktop 132 moving to desktop 132 recycle bin 132 safety 39 installation memory module 51 installing a charged battery 126 battery 124 memory modules 50 mouse 82 Instruction Manual...
... 91 using 89 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 201 display brightness 200 Hibernation mode 198 keyboard overlays 204 Lock (Instant security) 195 Output (Display switch) 199 power plan 196 Sleep mode 197 using to set a power plan 123 volume mute 194 Zoom (Display resolution) 203 zooming in 204 zooming out 204 Hot Key Cards 190 Hot key functions 194 I icon desktop 132 moving to desktop 132 recycle bin 132 safety 39 installation memory module 51 installing a charged battery 126 battery 124 memory modules 50 mouse 82 Instruction Manual...
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... features 114 problem solving 169 turning on 49 power button 49 power management 116 optimum performance 116 power plans selecting power plan options 122 using a hot key 123 power saving options 121 powering down using Hibernate 89 using Sleep 92 precautions safety 42 printer connecting 82 problem solving 177, 178 setting up 83 USB-compatible 82 printing a file 105 problem solving AC power 169 battery charge does not last 170 battery not charging 170 changing display properties 172 checking device properties...
... features 114 problem solving 169 turning on 49 power button 49 power management 116 optimum performance 116 power plans selecting power plan options 122 using a hot key 123 power saving options 121 powering down using Hibernate 89 using Sleep 92 precautions safety 42 printer connecting 82 problem solving 177, 178 setting up 83 USB-compatible 82 printing a file 105 problem solving AC power 169 battery charge does not last 170 battery not charging 170 changing display properties 172 checking device properties...
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... Installer 148 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect tab 144 Optimize tab 147 Protect & Fix tab 146 Secure tab 145 TOSHIBA eco power plan 124 TOSHIBA eco Utility™ 160 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 153 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 156 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 154 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 161 TOSHIBA Service Station 161 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 158 TouchPad™ using 75 traveling tips 130 troubleshooting BD player general problems 180 DVD player general problems 180 external keyboard 171 keyboard 171 optical disc drive...
... Installer 148 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect tab 144 Optimize tab 147 Protect & Fix tab 146 Secure tab 145 TOSHIBA eco power plan 124 TOSHIBA eco Utility™ 160 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 153 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 156 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 154 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 161 TOSHIBA Service Station 161 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 158 TouchPad™ using 75 traveling tips 130 troubleshooting BD player general problems 180 DVD player general problems 180 external keyboard 171 keyboard 171 optical disc drive...