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... to state tariffs. 5 Connection to party line service is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may occasionally be necessary for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc...
... to state tariffs. 5 Connection to party line service is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may occasionally be necessary for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc...
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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 Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in Slot A. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the Start menu. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. For information on removing...
... button in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed in Slot A. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the Start menu. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. For information on removing...
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... Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If only one memory module is to a power outlet (even if your computer is the top slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Slot B is in Sleep mode). Using...
... Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If only one memory module is to a power outlet (even if your computer is the top slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Slot B is in Sleep mode). Using...
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.... 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base 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. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer...
.... 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base 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. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer...
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... or remove a memory module, you were trying to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. If unsure, cancel and try again. 60 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. This is a security feature to recover your permission. The following program to make changes to perform the action, click Continue; To do this computer?" Installed memory (RAM...
... or remove a memory module, you were trying to this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. If unsure, cancel and try again. 60 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. This is a security feature to recover your permission. The following program to make changes to perform the action, click Continue; To do this computer?" Installed memory (RAM...
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Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. 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 on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the side of your computer, and...
Connecting an external monitor or projector You can change the display settings by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. 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 on the side of the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the side of your computer, and...
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... disc drive Drive in use. Eject button-Press to release the disc tray. 108 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive (Sample Image) Sound properties window ❖ If you want to 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...
... disc drive Drive in use. Eject button-Press to release the disc tray. 108 Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive (Sample Image) Sound properties window ❖ If you want to 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...
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... to loud sound can harm your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Recording optical media Depending on headphones to your hearing. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 111 Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. Do not set the volume too high when using an application...
... to loud sound can harm your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Recording optical media Depending on headphones to your hearing. To do this method, try launching the optical disc manually. Learning the Basics Using the optical disc drive 111 Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. Do not set the volume too high when using an application...
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... 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 -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 Not Registered. 5 Follow the on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
... 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 -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 Not Registered. 5 Follow the on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start...
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... choose to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. It alerts users to install the updates if you wish. 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, and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination...
... choose to specific system conditions via pop-up messages. It alerts users to install the updates if you wish. 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, and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, backlight illumination...
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... option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays information about each option at the bottom after Description. 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...
... option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays information about each option at the bottom after Description. 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...
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... any key, type the password and press Enter. If you are using a different make sure the display priority is turned on. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that came with the computer. Display Auto Off may need to the keyboard itself. You may be related to update your keyboard driver. 172 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems NOTE To capture a print screen of keyboard. You have activated the instant password...
... any key, type the password and press Enter. If you are using a different make sure the display priority is turned on. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that came with the computer. Display Auto Off may need to the keyboard itself. You may be related to update your keyboard driver. 172 If Something Goes Wrong Keyboard problems Keyboard problems NOTE To capture a print screen of keyboard. You have activated the instant password...
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... other services. Memory cache installed on the computer again, your work is slower than L1 cache and faster than analog signal. Internet - Hibernation - When you turn on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. See also Sleep, Suspend. hot key - (1) A feature in combination with HDMI cables. I icon - See device. One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control) - A method of computers that activates a memory...
... other services. Memory cache installed on the computer again, your work is slower than L1 cache and faster than analog signal. Internet - Hibernation - When you turn on the motherboard to create a complete screen image. See also Sleep, Suspend. hot key - (1) A feature in combination with HDMI cables. I icon - See device. One A/V component can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control) - A method of computers that activates a memory...
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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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... (monitor) port 80 external display, adjusting 83 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 174 file extensions using 104 files backing up 98, 105 file names 104 printing 104 restore 106 saving 103 using a file extension 104 function keys 99 H headphones using 138 Help and Support Windows® operating system 168 Hibernation mode 86 configuring 90 configuring options 90 hot key 198 powering down 90 Shut down 90 starting again from 92 using 90 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 201
... (monitor) port 80 external display, adjusting 83 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 174 file extensions using 104 files backing up 98, 105 file names 104 printing 104 restore 106 saving 103 using a file extension 104 function keys 99 H headphones using 138 Help and Support Windows® operating system 168 Hibernation mode 86 configuring 90 configuring options 90 hot key 198 powering down 90 Shut down 90 starting again from 92 using 90 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 201
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... working 164 special Windows® keys 100 troubleshooting 172 using 98 keyboard, external 83 keys Ctrl Fn Alt 99 function keys 99 L LEDs system indicator lights 119 AC adaptor light 118 AC power light 45, 46 battery light 46, 47 ON/OFF light 49, 90, 92, 95 Web Camera light 138 lock computer, using 96 M maintaining your battery 128 manual eject hole optical disc drive 109 memory adding (optional) 51 check total memory 60 problem solving 170 removing memory module slot cover 53 Memory card reader inserting memory media 140 removing memory media 140 using...
... working 164 special Windows® keys 100 troubleshooting 172 using 98 keyboard, external 83 keys Ctrl Fn Alt 99 function keys 99 L LEDs system indicator lights 119 AC adaptor light 118 AC power light 45, 46 battery light 46, 47 ON/OFF light 49, 90, 92, 95 Web Camera light 138 lock computer, using 96 M maintaining your battery 128 manual eject hole optical disc drive 109 memory adding (optional) 51 check total memory 60 problem solving 170 removing memory module slot cover 53 Memory card reader inserting memory media 140 removing memory media 140 using...
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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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...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 76 traveling 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...
...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 76 traveling 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...