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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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... model, Slot A is the bottom slot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be hot. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is the top slot. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting...
... model, Slot A is the bottom slot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be hot. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is the top slot. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting...
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... a charged battery" on page 59. Overheating your computer on a carpet or other soft material can now continue setting up . Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in "Checking total memory" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Using your computer is connected...
... a charged battery" on page 59. Overheating your computer on a carpet or other soft material can now continue setting up . Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in "Checking total memory" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Using your computer is connected...
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... before removing/installing the bottom module. The memory module pops up the next time you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration...
... before removing/installing the bottom module. The memory module pops up the next time you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you need to scan your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration...
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... resulting in Sleep mode). 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. ❖ Always operate your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the...
... resulting in Sleep mode). 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. ❖ Always operate your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the...
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... module is displayed below the System heading. Getting Started 59 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. If unsure, cancel and try again. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you to work. To do this computer?" 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...
... module is displayed below the System heading. Getting Started 59 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. If unsure, cancel and try again. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you to work. To do this computer?" 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...
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...first need a larger screen. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. 80 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device to the computer: ❖ Connect one...
...first need a larger screen. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. 80 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external device. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device to the computer: ❖ Connect one...
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... with the media on the center of media, use it is a music CD, open the files on , the default player opens. ❖ To play the CD. 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 listen, turn the volume down. Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 111 If...
... with the media on the center of media, use it is a music CD, open the files on , the default player opens. ❖ To play the CD. 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 listen, turn the volume down. Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 111 If...
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... the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the 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. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist...
... the User Password icon. 4 Click Not Registered. 5 Follow the 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. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist...
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... help diagnose problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. Subject to the 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). 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...
... help diagnose problems should the computer require service by TOSHIBA or TOSHIBA's authorized service providers. Subject to the 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). 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...
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... to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu to change the system in the Startup menu. 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 system failure ❖ Disable Driver...
... to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu to change the system in the Startup menu. 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 system failure ❖ Disable Driver...
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... background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the settings for your hardware. 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...
... background, under Colors, Sounds, and Screen Saver, or change the settings for your hardware. 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...
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... programs display information on certain models.) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will print. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be set up to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or...
... programs display information on certain models.) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will print. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be set up to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or...
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... to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). 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. If anything , use the System Restore utility to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on battery power. Fortunately, the Windows® operating...
... to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). 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. If anything , use the System Restore utility to "Saving system configuration with restore points" on battery power. Fortunately, the Windows® operating...
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... internal storage drive the current state of many Toshiba computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other line of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other services. hot key - (1) A feature in combination with the Fn key 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 HDMI cables. HDMI-CEC (HDMI...
... internal storage drive the current state of many Toshiba computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other line of refreshing a computer screen, in which certain keys in which only every other services. hot key - (1) A feature in combination with the Fn key 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 HDMI cables. HDMI-CEC (HDMI...
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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...