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...-distance transmission charges.) 5 Connection to party line service is subject to send and receive fax transmissions. If Problems Arise If this equipment, for information. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to...
...-distance transmission charges.) 5 Connection to party line service is subject to send and receive fax transmissions. If Problems Arise If this equipment, for information. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to...
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... custom size partition 64 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 72 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 74 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 75 Installing drivers and applications 76 Using the TouchPad 76 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 79 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 80 Using external display devices 80 Selecting video cables 81 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............81 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
... custom size partition 64 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 67 Creating recovery DVDs/media 69 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 72 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 74 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 75 Installing drivers and applications 76 Using the TouchPad 76 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 79 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 80 Using external display devices 80 Selecting video cables 81 Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or external display device............81 Connecting an external monitor or projector...
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... button in the lower-right corner of the computer, and then place the computer upside down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start...
... button in the lower-right corner of the computer, and then place the computer upside down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start...
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... inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is turned on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Using your computer...
... inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is turned on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up. If only one memory module is to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Using your computer...
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... are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer is turned on page 126. 6 Turn the computer right side...
... are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer is turned on page 126. 6 Turn the computer right side...
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... 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 permission. The System window appears. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. The following program to make changes to out-of...
... 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 permission. The System window appears. Recovering the Internal Storage Drive Your computer includes recovery utilities to allow the following internal storage drive recovery options are available: Recovery option Recover to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. The following program to make changes to out-of...
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... purchase an HDMI™ cable. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Getting Started 81 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the...
... purchase an HDMI™ cable. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Getting Started 81 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you need to install new software. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the...
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...: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole (Sample Illustration) Optical disc drive Drive in use the internal speakers, click on the Speakers tab and click Set Default. ❖ Use the arrow keys on the side of the TouchPad™ or a mouse is in -use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is not supported within the Blu-ray Disc™ player console. 108 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive (Sample Image) Sound properties window ❖...
...: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole (Sample Illustration) Optical disc drive Drive in use the internal speakers, click on the Speakers tab and click Set Default. ❖ Use the arrow keys on the side of the TouchPad™ or a mouse is in -use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is not supported within the Blu-ray Disc™ player console. 108 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive (Sample Image) Sound properties window ❖...
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... feature does not automatically start your disc does not run the optical disc. The drive will run using headphones. Recording optical media Depending on the configuration, your computer may come with the media on headphones to loud sound can harm your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Before putting on the disc. Do not set the volume too high when using this , follow these...
... feature does not automatically start your disc does not run the optical disc. The drive will run using headphones. Recording optical media Depending on the configuration, your computer may come with the media on headphones to loud sound can harm your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Before putting on the disc. Do not set the volume too high when using this , follow these...
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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 Not Registered. 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. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left...
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 Not Registered. 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. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left...
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... 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, and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination time, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis. This information is used to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by notifying you when updated software, firmware...
... 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, and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination time, and temperatures for quality assurance analysis. This information is used to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by notifying you when updated software, firmware...
User Guide
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... installing a new program or adding a device. 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 ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows...
... installing a new program or adding a device. 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 ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows...
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... display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key to update your keyboard driver. The keyboard you through the display options. If no password is blank. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you connected may need to activate the screen. You have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. Press any key. If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating...
... display problems and their solutions: The screen is registered, press any key to update your keyboard driver. The keyboard you through the display options. If no password is blank. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you connected may need to activate the screen. You have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. Press any key. If you have connected an external keyboard and the operating...
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... work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also Sleep, Suspend. A small image displayed on the motherboard to the internal storage drive the current state of keys that represents a function, file, or program. Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. Internet - Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. Memory cache installed on the screen that activates a memory resident...
... work is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. See also Sleep, Suspend. A small image displayed on the motherboard to the internal storage drive the current state of keys that represents a function, file, or program. Interlaced monitors take two passes to help improve processing speed. Internet - Memory cache built into the processor to create a complete screen image. Memory cache installed on the screen that activates a memory resident...
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... adaptor 45 AC power 116 AC power light 45 accessing network 135 adding memory check total memory 60 memory (optional) 51 optional external devices 50 adequate ventilation cooling fan 44 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 79 Application Cards 192 audio features 137 B backing up files 98, 105 battery battery life 115 Call2Recycle™ 130 care 127, 128 changing 124 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 171 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 check total memory 60 memory (optional) 51 optional external devices 50 adequate ventilation cooling fan 44 adjusting TouchPad™ settings 79 Application Cards 192 audio features 137 B backing up files 98, 105 battery battery life 115 Call2Recycle™ 130 care 127, 128 changing 124 charge indicator light 46 charge not lasting 171 charge time 116 charger 116 charging 47, 116 charging the real-time...
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... RTC memory 115 running computer on battery power 114 safety precautions 127 setting notifications 120 battery indicator light 119 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 107 button eject, optical disc drive 108 power 49 Shut down 52, 87 start 133 C Call2Recycle™ battery 130 caring for your computer 95 changing battery 124 character keys 99 charging the battery 47 checking device properties 169 cleaning the computer 95 communications network connection 135 set up 134...
... RTC memory 115 running computer on battery power 114 safety precautions 127 setting notifications 120 battery indicator light 119 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Blu-ray Disc™ using 107 button eject, optical disc drive 108 power 49 Shut down 52, 87 start 133 C Call2Recycle™ battery 130 caring for your computer 95 changing battery 124 character keys 99 charging the battery 47 checking device properties 169 cleaning the computer 95 communications network connection 135 set up 134...
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Index 223 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 174 running slow 175 display does not look normal/flickers 173 external monitor not working 173 display devices external 80 display output settings 82 display panel opening 48 display problems screen is blank 172 display, external adjusting 83 disposal information 28 disposing of used batteries 129 DVD caring for discs 113 removing with computer off 112 removing with computer on 112 DVDs using 106 E eject button optical disc drive 108 eject, optical disc drive 109 enabling TouchPad™ 80, 202...
Index 223 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 174 running slow 175 display does not look normal/flickers 173 external monitor not working 173 display devices external 80 display output settings 82 display panel opening 48 display problems screen is blank 172 display, external adjusting 83 disposal information 28 disposing of used batteries 129 DVD caring for discs 113 removing with computer off 112 removing with computer on 112 DVDs using 106 E eject button optical disc drive 108 eject, optical disc drive 109 enabling TouchPad™ 80, 202...
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... display brightness 200 Hibernation mode 198 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 51 mouse 83 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 41 internal storage drive recovery...
... display brightness 200 Hibernation mode 198 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 51 mouse 83 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 41 internal storage drive recovery...
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226 Index 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 90 using Sleep 93 precautions safety 42 printer connecting 83 setting up 84 USB-compatible 83 printing a file 104 problem solving AC power 170 battery charge does not last 171 battery not charging 171 changing display properties 173 checking device properties 169 computer will not power up 164 contacting Toshiba 186...
226 Index 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 90 using Sleep 93 precautions safety 42 printer connecting 83 setting up 84 USB-compatible 83 printing a file 104 problem solving AC power 170 battery charge does not last 171 battery not charging 171 changing display properties 173 checking device properties 169 computer will not power up 164 contacting Toshiba 186...
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... tips 130 troubleshooting external keyboard 172 keyboard 172 optical disc drive 175 turning off computer 85 computer more quickly 88 options 85 turning on power 49 U USB-compatible printer 83 user password, deleting 152 user password, setting 151 using a microphone 137 computer lock 96 DVDs 106 Hibernation mode 90 hot key to set a power plan 123 Memory card reader 139 optical disc drive 106 Shut down command 87 Sleep mode 92 TOSHIBA eco power plan 124 TouchPad™ 76 Web Camera 138 using the keyboard 98 Utilities 142 V video projector adjusting display 83...
... tips 130 troubleshooting external keyboard 172 keyboard 172 optical disc drive 175 turning off computer 85 computer more quickly 88 options 85 turning on power 49 U USB-compatible printer 83 user password, deleting 152 user password, setting 151 using a microphone 137 computer lock 96 DVDs 106 Hibernation mode 90 hot key to set a power plan 123 Memory card reader 139 optical disc drive 106 Shut down command 87 Sleep mode 92 TOSHIBA eco power plan 124 TouchPad™ 76 Web Camera 138 using the keyboard 98 Utilities 142 V video projector adjusting display 83...