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... (recommended recovery method 55 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 57 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 60 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Creating recovery media 65 Restoring from recovery media 67 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 69 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 71 Installing drivers and applications 71 Using the touch pad 72 Adjusting touch pad settings 75 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 75 Connecting an external device 76 Using external display devices 76 Selecting video cables 77
... (recommended recovery method 55 Recovering of factory default software with user's data 57 Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions 60 Recovering to a custom size partition 63 Creating recovery media 65 Restoring from recovery media 67 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 69 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 71 Installing drivers and applications 71 Using the touch pad 72 Adjusting touch pad settings 75 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 75 Connecting an external device 76 Using external display devices 76 Selecting video cables 77
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...Connect 118 Secure 119 Protect & Fix 120 Optimize 121 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 Setting passwords 123 Using a supervisor password 123 Using a user password 125 Deleting a user password 126 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 127 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 128 Mouse Utility 129 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 130 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 USB Sleep and Charge 132 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......134 Power supply mode settings 134 TOSHIBA Accessibility 135 TOSHIBA eco Utility 136 TOSHIBA...
...Connect 118 Secure 119 Protect & Fix 120 Optimize 121 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Application Installer 122 Setting passwords 123 Using a supervisor password 123 Using a user password 125 Deleting a user password 126 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 127 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 128 Mouse Utility 129 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 130 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 USB Sleep and Charge 132 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge......134 Power supply mode settings 134 TOSHIBA Accessibility 135 TOSHIBA eco Utility 136 TOSHIBA...
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... 153 DVD operating problems 155 Develop good computing habits 156 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 157 If you need further assistance 161 Contacting Toshiba 162 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 162 Toshiba's worldwide offices 162 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 164 Hot Key Cards 164 Using the Hot Key Cards 165 Hot key functions 165 Volume Mute 166 Lock (Instant security 166 Display brightness 166 Output (Display switch 167 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 168 Keyboard hot key functions 169 Disabling or enabling wireless devices...
... 153 DVD operating problems 155 Develop good computing habits 156 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 157 If you need further assistance 161 Contacting Toshiba 162 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 162 Toshiba's worldwide offices 162 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 164 Hot Key Cards 164 Using the Hot Key Cards 165 Hot key functions 165 Volume Mute 166 Lock (Instant security 166 Display brightness 166 Output (Display switch 167 Disabling or enabling the touch pad 168 Keyboard hot key functions 169 Disabling or enabling wireless devices...
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... procedures needed to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. Introduction This guide 29 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or...
... procedures needed to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are designed for a product Series. While Toshiba has made every effort at support.toshiba.com. Introduction This guide 29 NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are all the features and specifications listed or...
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... external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Before you use a Phillips screwdriver of today's popular applications. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Installing a memory module with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your software...
... external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Before you use a Phillips screwdriver of today's popular applications. Installing a memory module Memory modules can install one or two memory modules. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be hot. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it. Installing a memory module with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. See "Setting up your software...
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... connected to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
... connected to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover...
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... trying to work. otherwise, click Cancel. If unsure, cancel and try again. This option recovers the factory default software, while the computer attempts to out-of -box state Description This option restores the original factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your permission. 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 page...
... trying to work. otherwise, click Cancel. If unsure, cancel and try again. This option recovers the factory default software, while the computer attempts to out-of -box state Description This option restores the original factory image to your internal storage drive, returning your permission. 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 page...
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... include USB 3.0 port(s). Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see if you can easily attach an external device your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your Quick Start document...
... include USB 3.0 port(s). Using external display devices Your computer comes with the device to see if you can easily attach an external device your system, some models may automatically detect the external device. To do this: 1 Read the directions that came with a built-in display, but you first need to install new software. 2 Connect the device's video or USB cable to the port on the computer and to the device. 3 Connect the device's power cable to your Quick Start document...
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... the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on . NOTE Some modes are only available with your computer if you can change the display settings by pressing F4, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Getting Started 77 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or...
... the computer. 3 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on . NOTE Some modes are only available with your computer if you can change the display settings by pressing F4, or by configuring the display properties settings. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Getting Started 77 Using external display devices Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or...
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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 function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist. 126 Utilities Setting passwords Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to remove the user password. In the list that appears above, click on your selection.
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 function: 1 Click the Start button and, in the Search field, type TOSHIBA Assist. 126 Utilities Setting passwords Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on -screen instructions to remove the user password. In the list that appears above, click on your selection.
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... the computer's internal storage drive. It alerts users to the examples specified here. Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying 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...
... the computer's internal storage drive. It alerts users to the examples specified here. Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station helps you keep your new computer running at its best by notifying 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...
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... 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® Normally When you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to change the system in the Startup menu. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Unless a hardware device...
... 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® Normally When you change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to change the system in the Startup menu. The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these problems, use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. Unless a hardware device...
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... the computer. If you connected may need to make of keyboard. If this , press F4. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to update your keyboard driver. If you through the display options. You may be defective...
... the computer. If you connected may need to make of keyboard. If this , press F4. HINT: Pressing the F4 key several times will advance you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. ❖ Press F4 to update your keyboard driver. If you through the display options. You may be defective...
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... optical disc drives, or hard drives. External optical disc writers are a few tips to help , click the Start button, Help and Support, and search for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 157). General tips for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of the optical disc drives...
... optical disc drives, or hard drives. External optical disc writers are a few tips to help , click the Start button, Help and Support, and search for your web browser). ❖ Create a restore point (refer to "Saving system configuration with the Windows® operating system" on page 157). General tips for installing hardware and software Here are also widely available. For more help ensure safe and easy installation of the optical disc drives...
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... control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of pixels is slower than L1 cache and faster than analog signal. See also World Wide Web. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. It is refreshed. I icon-A small image displayed on the screen that activates a memory resident program. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options...
... control another while using a pointing device such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of pixels is slower than L1 cache and faster than analog signal. See also World Wide Web. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. It is refreshed. I icon-A small image displayed on the screen that activates a memory resident program. HDMI-CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronics Control)-One A/V component can set system options...
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... power light 40 accessing network 112 adding memory check total memory 53 memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 44 adequate ventilation cooling fan 39 adjusting touch pad settings 75 audio features 112 B backing up files 82, 85 battery battery life 93 Call2Recycle™ 107 care 105, 106 changing 102 charge indicator light 42 188 charge time 94 charger 94 charging 43, 94 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 95 conserving power 99 determine remaining power 97 disposal 106 indicator light...
... power light 40 accessing network 112 adding memory check total memory 53 memory (optional) 45 optional external devices 44 adequate ventilation cooling fan 39 adjusting touch pad settings 75 audio features 112 B backing up files 82, 85 battery battery life 93 Call2Recycle™ 107 care 105, 106 changing 102 charge indicator light 42 188 charge time 94 charger 94 charging 43, 94 charging the real-time clock (RTC) 95 conserving power 99 determine remaining power 97 disposal 106 indicator light...
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... monitor 77 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 158 desktop creating new icon 109 exploring the 108 icons 109 recycle bin 109 standard features 109 Windows® operating system 108 Device Manager fixing a problem 145 directing display output 77 disabling touch pad 75, 168 display troubleshooting 149 display devices external 76 display output settings 78 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 20 disposing of used batteries 106 DVD removing...
... monitor 77 power cord/cable 42 power source 41 cooling fan adequate ventilation 39 customize computer settings 78 D data/entire system backup troubleshooting 158 desktop creating new icon 109 exploring the 108 icons 109 recycle bin 109 standard features 109 Windows® operating system 108 Device Manager fixing a problem 145 directing display output 77 disabling touch pad 75, 168 display troubleshooting 149 display devices external 76 display output settings 78 display, external adjusting 78 disposal information 20 disposing of used batteries 106 DVD removing...
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... using 113 Help and Support troubleshooting 144 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 170 display brightness 166 keyboard overlays 169 Lock (Instant security) 166 Output (Display switch) 167 volume mute 166 Zoom (Display resolution) 171 zooming in 169 zooming out 169 Hot Key Cards 164 Hot key functions 165 I icon desktop 109 moving to desktop 109 recycle bin 109 safety 30 installation memory module 45 installing a charged battery 103 battery 102 memory modules 45 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 33 internal storage drive recovery 53 K keyboard...
... using 113 Help and Support troubleshooting 144 hot key disabling or enabling wireless devices 170 display brightness 166 keyboard overlays 169 Lock (Instant security) 166 Output (Display switch) 167 volume mute 166 Zoom (Display resolution) 171 zooming in 169 zooming out 169 Hot Key Cards 164 Hot key functions 165 I icon desktop 109 moving to desktop 109 recycle bin 109 safety 30 installation memory module 45 installing a charged battery 103 battery 102 memory modules 45 Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort 33 internal storage drive recovery 53 K keyboard...
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...-saving features 92 power management 94 optimum performance 94 power plans selecting power plan options 100 power saving options 99 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 152 problem solving contacting Toshiba 162 Startup options 143 program, starting 84 program, starting from Start menu 85 projector connecting 77 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 93 recording sounds 112 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 71 creating recovery media 65 erasing internal storage drive 69 installing drivers and applications 71 internal storage drive 53 out...
...-saving features 92 power management 94 optimum performance 94 power plans selecting power plan options 100 power saving options 99 precautions safety 37 printer troubleshooting 152 problem solving contacting Toshiba 162 Startup options 143 program, starting 84 program, starting from Start menu 85 projector connecting 77 R real-time clock (RTC) battery 93 recording sounds 112 recovery checking internal storage drive operating status 71 creating recovery media 65 erasing internal storage drive 69 installing drivers and applications 71 internal storage drive 53 out...
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... Monitor 137 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 touch pad using 72 traveling tips 107 troubleshooting 148 AC power light is blinking 141 battery light is blinking 142 bookmarked site not found 144 checking device properties 145 computer will not start 140 contacting Toshiba 161 corrupted/damaged data files 151 data/entire system backup 158 Device Manager 145 Disk Defragmenter 150 display error message 149 display problems screen is blank 148 DVD player 155 eject button...
... Monitor 137 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 122 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 TOSHIBA Sleep Utility 132 touch pad using 72 traveling tips 107 troubleshooting 148 AC power light is blinking 141 battery light is blinking 142 bookmarked site not found 144 checking device properties 145 computer will not start 140 contacting Toshiba 161 corrupted/damaged data files 151 data/entire system backup 158 Device Manager 145 Disk Defragmenter 150 display error message 149 display problems screen is blank 148 DVD player 155 eject button...