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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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... touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be hot. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 49. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Slot B is in good condition. See "Setting up your software" on may damage the computer, the module, or both. You can be lost. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting...
... touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be hot. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 49. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Slot B is in good condition. See "Setting up your software" on may damage the computer, the module, or both. You can be lost. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting...
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... the main battery. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can now continue setting up . When the operating system has loaded, you are protected from the work . 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...
... the main battery. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can now continue setting up . When the operating system has loaded, you are protected from the work . 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...
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... internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. You can damage the computer and the memory module. When Safe Mode is highlighted, then press Enter. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. NOTE The following screen may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in memory will not be lost. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support...
... internal storage drive for errors or defragment the drive. You can damage the computer and the memory module. When Safe Mode is highlighted, then press Enter. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you need to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. NOTE The following screen may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in memory will not be lost. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support...
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... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using...
... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using...
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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 51), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Getting Started 59 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the...
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 51), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Getting Started 59 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. The System window appears. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the...
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... an HDMI™ cable. 80 Getting Started 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 your television. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the television for more information. Refer to the manual that came with the monitor to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port...
... an HDMI™ cable. 80 Getting Started 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 your television. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with the television for more information. Refer to the manual that came with the monitor to see if you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port...
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... drive. Do not set the volume too high when using an application that is a music CD, open the files on the disc. Recording optical media Depending on the configuration, your disc does not run the optical disc. You are ready to use the associated software to listen, turn the volume down. If this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive...
... drive. Do not set the volume too high when using an application that is a music CD, open the files on the disc. Recording optical media Depending on the configuration, your disc does not run the optical disc. You are ready to use the associated software to listen, turn the volume down. If this , follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Double-click the optical disc drive...
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152 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on -screen instructions to exit. 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. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon...
152 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on -screen instructions to exit. 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. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon...
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... the computer's internal storage drive. The collected information is not limited 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 initial system use this information for various devices). The stored data uses a very small...
... the computer's internal storage drive. The collected information is not limited 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 initial system use this information for various devices). The stored data uses a very small...
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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 experience any of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new...
... 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 experience any of these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new...
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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. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to one that the adapter type is supported by clicking...
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. ❖ Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to one that the adapter type is supported by clicking...
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... set up to check this. Try making a test transmission to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for more advanced users. Make sure the cable from the way they print it will print. The other system may be busy or off line. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking...
... set up to check this. Try making a test transmission to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for more advanced users. Make sure the cable from the way they print it will print. The other system may be busy or off line. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking...
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An external hard drive is recommended in the drive. 2 Click Start. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click Back up your files. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as read from optical discs. Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on battery power. No...
An external hard drive is recommended in the drive. 2 Click Start. 3 Click Control Panel. 4 Click Back up your files. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft® Office and Adobe® Photoshop®, or utility software such as read from optical discs. Before installing anything goes wrong, you create and store on battery power. No...
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... device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers that activates a memory resident program. Compare non-interlaced. hot key - (1) A feature in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. See also World Wide Web. I icon - K keyboard shortcut - Internet - Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. Hibernation - See device. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control) - Interlaced monitors...
... device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers that activates a memory resident program. Compare non-interlaced. hot key - (1) A feature in digital format, providing better picture quality than main memory. See also World Wide Web. I icon - K keyboard shortcut - Internet - Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. Hibernation - See device. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control) - Interlaced monitors...
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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...