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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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... can be hot. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is in good condition. Failure to be installed in minor bodily injury. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. See "Setting up your software" on may be lost. If only one or two memory modules. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 49...
... can be hot. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one memory module is in good condition. Failure to be installed in minor bodily injury. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. See "Setting up your software" on may be lost. If only one or two memory modules. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on page 49...
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... Sleep mode). If you can now continue setting up . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 59. 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...
... Sleep mode). If you can now continue setting up . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 59. 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...
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... "Installing a memory module" on top of one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be a sign that you turn on . Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you turn it is in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The memory module pops up the next time you may appear when you need to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter. You...
... "Installing a memory module" on top of one of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be a sign that you turn on . Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) Removing a memory module If you turn it is in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The memory module pops up the next time you may appear when you need to remove a memory module with the computer turned on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter. You...
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... damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on page 126. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Overheating your...
... damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on page 126. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Overheating your...
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...; Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. The following program to make changes to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method)" on page 61. 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 your computer without your internal storage drive if necessary. Getting Started 59 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables...
...; Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. The following program to make changes to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method)" on page 61. 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 your computer without your internal storage drive if necessary. Getting Started 59 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables...
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... the manual that came with your computer if you first need a larger screen. 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 computer) to your television. To do this: 1 Read the directions 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...
... the manual that came with your computer if you first need a larger screen. 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 computer) to your television. To do this: 1 Read the directions 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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... Stop button. To do this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the configuration, your computer may jam the drive. Recording optical media Depending on the center of media, use the associated software to loud sound can harm your hearing. Playing optical media If you insert the disc incorrectly, it clicks into the optical disc drive and...
... Stop button. To do this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the configuration, your computer may jam the drive. Recording optical media Depending on the center of media, use the associated software to loud sound can harm your hearing. Playing optical media If you insert the disc incorrectly, it clicks into the optical disc drive and...
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Deleting a user password To cancel 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. 152 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...
Deleting a user password To cancel 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. 152 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...
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... 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 the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information 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...
... 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 the computer and related devices and logs service-relevant information 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...
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... change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. See your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of 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...
... change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. See your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you experience any of 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...
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.../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 its previous setting. The screen does not look correct. This opens the Personalization window. A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that is supported...
.../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 its previous setting. The screen does not look correct. This opens the Personalization window. A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that is supported...
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... transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. This mode lets you see Windows® Help and Support or contact your computer technician. ❖ If your computer is equipped with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna is firmly connected to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. It should...
... transmit at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Contact the software manufacturer for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. This mode lets you see Windows® Help and Support or contact your computer technician. ❖ If your computer is equipped with an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna is firmly connected to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. It should...
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... hardware or software can write to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). An external hard drive is required. General tips for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. Since problems with the Windows® operating system The most valuable component of your computer system may be a recent backup of your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to help , click Start, Help and Support...
... hardware or software can write to set a restore point (see the section titled restore points). An external hard drive is required. General tips for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. Since problems with the Windows® operating system The most valuable component of your computer system may be a recent backup of your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to help , click Start, Help and Support...
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... instead of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Compare non-interlaced. See also HDMI. hot swapping - The decentralized, world-wide network of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. K keyboard shortcut - L L1 (level one) cache - See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. See also Sleep, Suspend. The ability to add or remove devices from...
... instead of using this function, if connected with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Compare non-interlaced. See also HDMI. hot swapping - The decentralized, world-wide network of many Toshiba computers that activates a memory resident program. K keyboard shortcut - L L1 (level one) cache - See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. See also Sleep, Suspend. The ability to add or remove devices from...
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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...