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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 installed, it . To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in the memory module slots on the base of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Before you install or remove a memory module...
... touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be installed, it . To avoid damaging the computer's screws, use a small Phillips screwdriver that is in the memory module slots on the base of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. Before you install or remove a memory module...
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... battery. 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. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). When the operating system has loaded, you are protected from the work...
... battery. 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. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). When the operating system has loaded, you are protected from the work...
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... computer turned 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. You can damage the computer and the memory module. The computer could be saved. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. NOTE The following screen may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete...
... computer turned 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. You can damage the computer and the memory module. The computer could be saved. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. NOTE The following screen may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete...
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... 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. Always make sure your computer on a hard flat surface. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 126. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
... 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. Always make sure your computer on a hard flat surface. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 126. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
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... following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that says, "Do you want to allow you were trying to work. 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...
... following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to time, Windows® will display a pop-up squarely with the socket latches. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that says, "Do you want to allow you were trying to work. 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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... need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the manual that came with the television for more information. NOTE In the future you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your television. 80 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to see if you 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...
... need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the manual that came with the television for more information. NOTE In the future you can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your television. 80 Getting Started Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to see if you 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...
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... and multi-media files to listen, turn the volume down. If your computer may jam the drive. For example, if it is a music CD, open Windows Media® Player and use the associated software to pause, click the Play/pause button. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. Playing...
... and multi-media files to listen, turn the volume down. If your computer may jam the drive. For example, if it is a music CD, open Windows Media® Player and use the associated software to pause, click the Play/pause button. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. Playing...
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... 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 verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window...
... 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 verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window...
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TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your home country or region. 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 the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per year). The collected...
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your home country or region. 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 the total hard disk capacity (approximately 3 MB or less per year). The collected...
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... to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, 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 ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows...
... to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, 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 ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows...
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... 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 choose the screen resolution. Click Display and then Change display settings to make...
... 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 choose the screen resolution. Click Display and then Change display settings to make...
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... programs display information on certain models.) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will not receive or transmit properly. Contact the software manufacturer for more advanced users. 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. The modem is ON (the wireless indicator light will be for networking problems, specifically wireless...
... programs display information on certain models.) This section lists common modem problems. The modem will not receive or transmit properly. Contact the software manufacturer for more advanced users. 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. The modem is ON (the wireless indicator light will be for networking problems, specifically wireless...
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... , click Start, Help and Support, and search for your important files to optical disc drives, or hard drives. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 Prepare your backup target by connecting it , the next most valuable component of your computer system is the data you will Follow the on its internal storage drive. An external hard drive is required. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point...
... , click Start, Help and Support, and search for your important files to optical disc drives, or hard drives. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 Prepare your backup target by connecting it , the next most valuable component of your computer system is the data you will Follow the on its internal storage drive. An external hard drive is required. If anything , use the System Restore utility to set a restore point...
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.... See device. One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also HDMI. interlaced - internal device - The decentralized, world-wide network of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache installed on the motherboard to the internal storage drive the current state of computers that you use to create a complete screen image. Hibernation...
.... See device. One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. See also HDMI. interlaced - internal device - The decentralized, world-wide network of your work , including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off . L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache installed on the motherboard to the internal storage drive the current state of computers that you use to create a complete screen image. Hibernation...
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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...